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Environmental Community Service / August 2017 Community Service Opportunities

« Last post by esingletary on August 13, 2017, 09:25:22 AM »

Sorry this is a bit late in the month, but I have pulled together a lot of opportunities for August and September.

August 16, 2017 (10:00 am - 12:00 pm)
Plankton Monitoring Studies. A great opportunity for science-minded individuals to contribute to monitoring and research at the Anita C. Leight Estuary Center. Overview: Our plankton citizen science project is a great opportunity for science-minded individuals to contribute to monitoring and research at the Center. Help is needed with collection, identification, and analysis of plankton samples. Interested individuals should contact the Center for introductory training at 410-612-1688. Location: Anita C. Leight Estuary Center 700 Otter Point Road Abingdon, MD 21009 (410) 879-2000, ext16
https://findyourchesapeake.com/events/detail/plankton-monitoring-studies/

August 19, 2017 (9:00 am - 11:00 am)
Potomac Stewards River Cleanup Join Team Potomac at Fletcher's Cove as we do our part to clean up the Potomac River. Overview: Enjoy the summer sun while giving back to your hometown river! Join Team Potomac at Fletcher's Cove as we do our part to clean up the Potomac River. Together we'll keep the Potomac free of litter so this national treasure can remain a great place to bike, hike, paddle, and fish. Location: Potomac River Water Trail Fletcher’s Cove 4940 Canal Road Northwest Washington, DC 20007 (804) 786-5046
https://findyourchesapeake.com/events/detail/potomac-stewards-river-cleanup/

August 23, 2017 (10:00 am - 12:00 pm)
Plankton Monitoring Studies. A great opportunity for science-minded individuals to contribute to monitoring and research at the Anita C. Leight Estuary Center. Overview: Our plankton citizen science project is a great opportunity for science-minded individuals to contribute to monitoring and research at the Center. Help is needed with collection, identification, and analysis of plankton samples. Interested individuals should contact the Center for introductory training at 410-612-1688. Location: Anita C. Leight Estuary Center 700 Otter Point Road Abingdon, MD 21009 (410) 879-2000, ext16
https://findyourchesapeake.com/events/detail/plankton-monitoring-studies/

August 26, 2017 (9:00 am - 1:00 pm)
Jug Bay Free Canoe River Clean Up. Have fun on the water and help clean up the Patuxent River. Overview: Have fun on the water and help clean up the Patuxent River. We will paddle the Patuxent River and Western Branch picking up trash along the way. Prompt start time. Bring plenty of water, sunscreen, sun hat, sunglasses, a lunch, and closed-toe shoes that can get wet. Location: Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary. 1361 Wright on Rd. Lothian, MD 20711 (410) 741-9330
https://findyourchesapeake.com/events/detail/jug-bay-free-canoe-river-clean-up/

August 30, 2017 (10:00 am - 12:00 pm)
Plankton Monitoring Studies. A great opportunity for science-minded individuals to contribute to monitoring and research at the Anita C. Leight Estuary Center. Overview: Our plankton citizen science project is a great opportunity for science-minded individuals to contribute to monitoring and research at the Center. Help is needed with collection, identification, and analysis of plankton samples. Interested individuals should contact the Center for introductory training at 410-612-1688. Location: Anita C. Leight Estuary Center 700 Otter Point Road Abingdon, MD 21009 (410) 879-2000, ext16
https://findyourchesapeake.com/events/detail/plankton-monitoring-studies/

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Environmental Community Service / Re: Planting Trees through Arbor Day

« Last post by Crystal on August 01, 2017, 02:59:10 PM »

This should be updated

http://www.cedarlightgrove.org/services/community-service/

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Environmental Community Service / Planting Trees through Arbor Day

« Last post by carynml on July 29, 2017, 08:40:59 AM »

Our tree planting drive over the past year has been very successful and as we wrap up one tree planting fundraiser, the witan has voted to start another. The 31st is the final day for the current fundraiser and the next starts on Aug 1st in honor of Lugh and Tailtue.

I recently go this from Arbor Day

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An average of 200 wildfires rage across the country every day. And every day, those fires claim about 19,178 acres of land (more than 242 football fields an hour). Some of the land is burned so severely that natural regeneration of the trees and plant life is not possible.

The U.S. Forest Service is already facing a backlog of more than 700,000 acres of forest land in need of replanting. It is critical that we redouble our efforts to replant these forests. And your continued generosity is needed now more than ever.

You see, this isn’t just about trees. The trees we plant together in forests across America and around the globe provide immeasurable benefits. They provide the necessities of life itself: clean air, clean drinking water, cooler temperatures, and habitat for countless wildlife.

The need to replant is at a historic level, and we simply cannot replace these trees fast enough without your help. Please don’t wait. Can we count on your support today?

So the efforts we are making to do this are actually making a difference. This is truly an area where we can make a difference for the planet. I hope you will join us in this effort. You can donate at the grove or at paypal via cedarlightgrove@gmail.com.

The Sacred Earth thanks you.

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Environmental Community Service / Re: June 2017 Community Service Opportunities

« Last post by Crystal on June 12, 2017, 10:01:28 AM »

Thank you for your hard work compiling these Eric. They are fantastic and it helps us stay organized when doing our quarterly outreach. So extremely helpful

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Environmental Community Service / Re: June 2017 Community Service Opportunities

« Last post by esingletary on June 01, 2017, 05:13:18 PM »

I am planning on being at Masonville Cove this Saturday if anyone can find openings in their schedule and cares to join me.

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Environmental Community Service / June 2017 Community Service Opportunities

« Last post by esingletary on June 01, 2017, 05:12:14 PM »

Below are the community service opportunities that I have found for June. As always, feel free to post here if you find anything else happening this month.

JUNE 2017

June 3 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Wetland Planting at Masonville Cove
We need your help planting native wetland grasses along the shores of Masonville Cove! Your volunteer effort will not only help to restore Baltimore’s Inner Harbor, but will also support a community enhancement project that includes an environmental education center, hiking trails and a bird sanctuary.
https://aqua.org/care/conservation-events

June 3, 2017 (11:00 am - 1:00 pm)
Invasive Plant Removal at Greenbelt Park. Help remove invasive plants from the park each first Saturday of the month. Overview: Help remove invasive plants from the park each first Saturday of the month. This partnership with the University of Maryland involves identifying and removing different invasive plants in the park. This hands-on volunteer project is going strong thanks to Volunteer Leader Tom Crone. Thanks to the efforts of volunteers and the University of Maryland students, Greenbelt Park is preserving the park for future generations. It is not a difficult or dangerous task. Please bring insect and/or tick repellant. Meet at the Sweetgum picnic area. 301-344-3944. location: Greenbelt National Park 6565 Greenbelt Rd Greenbelt, MD 20770
https://www.findyourchesapeake.com/events/detail/invasive-plant-removal-at-greenbelt-park/

June 3, 2017 (8:30-11:00 am)
Clean Up the Bay Day at Pocahontas SP
Join Pocahontas State Park staff and volunteers in helping keep Swift Creek Lake, and the area watershed clean. We will be collecting trash from Swift Creek Lake, as well as the surrounding shoreline and woods. You are welcome to bring your own canoe or kayak or use one of the park's. If you prefer to stay on land, volunteers may pick up trash on nearby shoreline and trails surrounding the lake.
https://www.findyourchesapeake.com/events/detail/clean-up-the-bay-day-at-pocahontas-sp/

June 4, 2017 (1:00 pm - 3:30 pm)
Oxon Cove Sunday Shoreline Sweep-up. Every first Sunday of the month, join Ranger Steph and your fellow park-lovers to help clean up the trash that finds its way onto the banks of Oxon Cove. Overview: Every first Sunday of the month, join Ranger Steph and your fellow park-lovers to help clean up the trash that finds its way onto the banks of Oxon Cove. Spend your afternoon in the fresh air, getting some exercise and making a visible difference. Earn service hours needed for your organization. Wear old clothes and shoes that you don't mind getting wet and muddy. Work gloves provided. Come alone or bring a group. Meet in the parking lot. This event is canceled if weather is inclement. Location: Oxon Cove Park & Oxon Hill Farm, 6411 Oxon Hill Rd. Oxon Hill, MD 20745. (301) 839-0503.
https://www.findyourchesapeake.com/events/detail/oxon-cove-sunday-shoreline-sweep-up/

June 9, 2017 (1:00 pm - 3:30 pm)
Cleanup of Lynch Cove Run South with Clean Bread And Cheese Creek. Volunteers all ages and ability needed! We can certainly use your help! Please mark your calendars for our cleanup of the southern section of Lynch cove Run. Registration will be across the street from Grange Elementary School at Lynch Cove Park 7833 Scholar Road, Dundalk off of Church Road., MD 21222 (Look for our tents and signs). This event will be run in conjunction with the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay’s Annual Project Clean Stream and American.
Location:7833 Scholar Road Lynch Cove Park Dundalk, MD 21222
http://www.breadandcheesecreek.org/

Saturday, June 17, 2017 9:00AM-12PM
Native Planting Day. Saturday Service Day. Volunteers of all ages are welcome. Dig in and further improve habitat for wildlife. We will plant native plants in various spots throughout the Center. Pickering Creek Audobon Center. 11450 Audubon Ln, Easton, MD 21601. For all volunteer events please call Samantha at 410-822-4903 to let her know you are planning on helping out.
http://pickeringcreek.audubon.org/get-involved/upcoming-volunteer-opportunities

Saturday, June 24, 2017 9:00AM-12PM
Help clean up the stream along the parking lot of Merritt Park Baptist Church which flows into Bear Creek. Bring the whole family to help! A photographer/videographer is also needed to help document the cleanup. Trash bags, gloves, snacks, water, and lunch will be provided. A limited number of tools are available for loan, but bring your own if you have them. 1799 Merritt Blvd. Merritt Park Church Dundalk, MD 21222
http://pickeringcreek.audubon.org/get-involved/upcoming-volunteer-opportunities