Carroll Environment

09/14/2026

EAC Agenda
The next Environmental Advisory Council meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 16, 2026.

09/10/2026

Flutter your way to Bear Branch Nature Center (300 John Ownings Road, Westminster) this Saturday, September 12th to help celebrate Fall and the beautiful Monarch Butterfly! At this event you will learn about their migration to Mexico and learn about tagging then and you can even adopt a Monarch at the event! Also, while your there don’t forget to check out their Butterfly house!

Save the date! Details will be added over the summer. Celebrate the arrival of fall by learning about the amazing annual migration of the Monarch Butterfly! Say goodbye to the butterflies we've been raising as they begin their long journey South to Mexico. Join us for: Monarch Tagging Demonstra

09/09/2026

PSU Extension Webinar
Today (9/9) at Noon, join PSU Extension for a free webinar on “Hidden Canopies: Exploring Underutilized Trees and Shrubs.” Hosted by Dr. Beth Brantley, research scientist and plant pathologist at the Bartlett Tree Research Lab, discover how lesser-known woody species can enhance resilience, biodiversity, and sustainability in managed and natural landscapes.

Explore underutilized trees and shrubs and learn practical strategies to enhance landscapes, support biodiversity, and promote sustainable production systems.

09/08/2026

The Maryland Forestry Foundation is having it's monthly Framing the Future webinars on September 17th from 1pm to 2pm. This months title is " Producing Future Urban Forests to Enhance Human Well-Being with David J. Nowak, PhD". During this webinar he will discuss the current status of urban forests, and how they are changing through time. He will also touch on how trees provide services that benefit human lives and how YOU can enhance these benefits. If you would like to participate in the discussion and ask questions, you can register at the link below. If you can not make it on the day, check out their YouTube channel "Maryland Forestry Foundation" for this recorded webinar and previous webinars you ay be interested in!

09/08/2026

PSU Extension Forest Seminar
Today (9/8) at Noon or 7pm, join PSU Extension for a free webinar on “Forest Erosion in a Dynamic World.” Learn how changing rainfall patterns affect erosion, the importance of seasonally flowing streams, and best practices for protecting forest watersheds and water quality.

Learn how changing rainfall patterns affect erosion, the importance of seasonally flowing streams, and best practices for protecting forest watersheds and water quality.

09/07/2026

Grab your gloves and your favorite pair of clippers because the Audrey Carroll Sanctuary is looking for help to do some routine maintenance on their trails. Come out and help tomorrow, Tuesday the 8th from 9:30am to 11:30am. The main tasks will be removing invasive plants, planting native plants, clearing and cutting the trails, upgrading the area around the gatehouse and more! Please dress accordingly to work outdoors with closed toed shoes.

Everyone is welcome to help us do regular maintenance at our Audrey Carroll sanctuary. Tasks include removing invasive plants, planting natives plants, clearing and cutting the trails, upgrading the area around the gatehouse, revising/adding a perennial garden. We hope to see you there!

09/01/2026

Saving Ash for Future Forests Webinar
Have you heard of EAB (Emerald Ash Borer)? In 2002, it was officially discovered in Michigan and in 2003 it was found in Maryland. It quickly spread to 30+ states and has decimated the ash species. Why ash? Ash trees are where EAB completes its lifecycle and as a food source: similar to Spotted Lantern Fly and the Tree of Heaven.
Historically, ash made up roughly 25% of our forest canopy on the East coast, currently it is estimated to be below 3%. Unfortunately, our forests were not alone and many cities and communities that had ash as street trees saw this damage.
This webinar presented by Todd Bitner, Director of Natural Areas, will shed some light on the current situation and conservation efforts and how citizen scientist (like YOU) can help restore ash to their former glory! Register at the link below for the September 2nd Natives at Noon webinar.

Ash trees in North America face a severe threat from the emerald ash borer (EAB), now present in 38 states. Ash species are vital to many forest ecosystems, including black ash (Fraxinus nigra), which holds cultural significance for numerous Indigenous communities. Cornell Botanic Gardens is working...

08/27/2026

In case you’ve missed it here is your chance! Trivia with Sasquatch is this weekend, Saturday, August 29th from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM at Piney Run Park Nature Center. Go hiking and answer trivia questions with Mr. Sasquatch himself!

2024 Boathouse HoursBoathouse hours are subject to change. Please call the Gatehouse at 410-795-3274 to confirm hours of operation.

08/26/2026

From the Maryland Department of Natural Resources: “With record-setting rainfall all around the state and rivers rising more often, some landowners may be inundated with water like they’ve never seen before. That’s where our native trees and shrubs come in. Plants can act as sponges, their roots taking up water and serving as a sustainable, renewable means of flood remediation. The Maryland Forest Service recommends the following trees and shrubs for residents dealing with recurring flood issues, as well as coastal landowners faced with potential saltwater intrusion. Refer to the grow zone map to determine whether you are in the Mountain, Piedmont or Coastal Plain. In parentheses after each species are additional notes on approximate conditions they tolerate. “

An official website of the State of Maryland.

08/25/2026

Happy 110th Birthday to our National Parks!
SHORELY we can all celebrate 110 years! That’s unbeLEAFable!! If you aren’t sure how to celebrate our parks, consider spending a little time in nature today. DEW you enjoy walks in the woods? It’s a great day to make time for it!

National Park Service Birthday