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Native Orchid Conservation through Citizen Science
Presented by Café Scientifique, speaker Dr. Neil Jacobs will cover a 20-year project to document and protect native orchids species in North America. It will be a photographic journey with stories about science, conservation, discovery, taxonomy, and community engagement. There are over 27,000 orchid species, yet less than 900 have been studied, and over half of those are considered vulnerable, threatened, or endangered. The event will be held in person but also streamed via Zoom. To reserve a seat at 49 West, call 410-626-9796.…
Find out more »Catfish Species in Maryland: A Snapshot of the Last 120 Years
Maryland is often called the “United States in miniature” and we have a variety of catfish species that demonstrates this as well. We will look at the various habitats that these versatile fish prefer (native and introduced), the problems that can result from stocking nonnative fish and the challenges that managers face when dealing with a species that is both loved and reviled. Presented by Mary Groves, Fisheries Biologist with the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, Fishing and Boating Services.…
Find out more »Pollinator/Preserve Wednesday
Every Wednesday, year-round, see Jug Bay’s newest property, Emory Waters Nature Preserve, and learn about native perennials that support our native butterflies, bees, and other pollinators. More info. Friends of Jug Bay is a GreenGive partner.
Find out more »Ask an EV Owner
Get your questions about driving electric answered by people who know -- experienced EV drivers -- in a fun, informal way, via Zoom. This is an initiative or the Electric Vehicle Association of Greater DC (EVADC), our local EV drivers' group. Anyone can join in on the first Wednesday of each month at this link: Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83125134893? Password: TWVqZnZIR3JZUlpFeDBtWDdTeElidz09
Find out more »Waterbird Survey
Join a periodic survey of waterbirds on freshwater, tidal, marshes at Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary. It’s a phenomenal learning experience in the beautiful early morning light of the Jug Bay Wetlands on the Patuxent River. Ages: 12 and older. More info. Friends of Jug Bay is a GreenGive partner.
Find out more »Ask the Alliance Series: Trees at Home: Planting, Pruning, and Maintaining
Learn from Zach Carnegie, the Alliance's Maryland Forests Projects Coordinator, how to plant, prune, and maintain your home’s trees. Register here
Find out more »Pollinator/Preserve Wednesday
Every Wednesday, year-round, see Jug Bay’s newest property, Emory Waters Nature Preserve, and learn about native perennials that support our native butterflies, bees, and other pollinators. More info. Friends of Jug Bay is a GreenGive partner.
Find out more »Ask the Alliance Series: Bats!
Did you know bats benefit greatly from forest cover? Join Jim Kauffman, the Alliance's Pennsylvania Forests Projects Coordinator to learn more about bats and how we benefit from them. Register here
Find out more »Pollinator/Preserve Wednesday
Every Wednesday, year-round, see Jug Bay’s newest property, Emory Waters Nature Preserve, and learn about native perennials that support our native butterflies, bees, and other pollinators. More info. Friends of Jug Bay is a GreenGive partner.
Find out more »Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professional Summer Level 1 Training
Registration is now open for Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professional (CBLP) Level 1 training and certification. New for this session: The course will be offered in both a fully in-person format, and a hybrid, online/field format. Both options balance highly interactive course content with a field day. Discounts are available for companies or organizations sending three or more employees to Level 1. Email katie@cblpro.org to ask about discounts or scholarships. CBLP is a voluntary, regional credential on sustainable landscaping and green…
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