Nov 10, 2022 | Announcements
In partnership with the Howard County Government, we are thrilled to launch a landmark effort to save environmentally sensitive property in Howard County. This preservation program, the first of its kind in Maryland, offers financial incentives to nonprofit property...
Oct 10, 2022 | Announcements, News
Birding Alert: Allen Lewis, a member of the Howard County Bird Club, spotted a Western kingbird in our northwest field Sept. 20. This is the first verified record of the species in Howard County – state-wide alerts about the sighting were sent. A type of...
Sep 27, 2022 | Announcements, News
HUGE thanks to our donors and volunteers for making the 15th annual Wine in the Garden, Beer in the Barn the best one yet! A fun night celebrating the Conservancy’s environmental education and preservation programs and raising critical funds to help connect...
Sep 16, 2022 | Announcements, News
Yesterday, Howard County Executive Calvin Ball awarded the Conservancy’s Nature Preschool a Rise to the Challenge Award for going “above and beyond” during the pandemic. In the midst of lockdowns and school closures, our preschool opened its doors on...
Apr 6, 2022 | Announcements, News
Did you know that beaver dams can be huge? The world’s largest recorded stretches for over .5 miles. in the wilderness of northern Alberta. Have you seen the beaver dam at the Conservancy? Although ours may not be that long, we still think it is pretty...
Apr 6, 2022 | Announcements, Events, News
Join us for our annual day of service! Service projects include tree plantings, invasive plant removal, and garden cleanup! Also make sure to visit the Youth Climate Institute Energy Team’s table to swap out your old incandescent lightbulbs for free...
Feb 14, 2022 | Announcements, Events
Volunteers are needed to lead hikes for our K-12 programs during the fall and spring! Availability is needed on weekdays mornings, when field trips take place. A love of nature and working with children is all that is required — we teach you the rest! Upcoming...
Feb 9, 2022 | Announcements
All year round, nature abounds with opportunities for our earliest learners! Registration is OPEN for our nature preschool summer sessions for 3-5 year old friends. Come explore our forests, meadows and natural play spaces at Belmont Manor and Historic Park in...