Gunpowder Valley Conservancy

Bridging People, Land Preservation, and Waterway Restoration Since 1989

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Thank you @baltimoresun for sharing this great image of our wonderful volunteers hard at work!

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Did you know that GVC has planted over 1,600 native trees around Pine Ridge Golf Course? And that's just the beginning! On Saturday, we hosted a special tree planting with @classic5golf family volunteers to commemorate our partnership to restore forest health & clean water.

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Are you ready to #GVCExplore? Registration is now open for our first annual Explore the Gunpowder Watershed Challenge https://t.co/7qlhG48Vrg

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We’re suing the Environmental Protection Agency for its failure to enforce the Clean Water Act. Here’s what you need to know https://t.co/91vLymJci6

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Caring for your local waters is a way of caring for your neighbors. Join @IPC_Chesapeake free webinar "Watershed Eyes: Do Unto Those Downstream" today at 7 pm. Our Associate Program Manager will discuss actions that local congregations can take to reduce pollution

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Curious about rain gardens? We still have a couple spots open for our FREE Bayscape & Rain Garden Maintenance workshop. Don't miss this opportunity to take a tour of our Bay-Wise Project at Our Lady of Mount Carmel funded by @baytrust https://t.co/uuV1pu4DXT

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We are starting to roll out our fall volunteer opportunities! Don't miss your chance to spend time outdoors for a good cause! RSVP soon because events are limited in size to allow for social distancing while we continue to do our important environmental stewardship work.

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Tomorrow is the deadline to sign up for our curbside pickup of rain barrels at Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Essex, MD. Send us a message at [email protected] to reserve your barrel! #clearcreeks

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235 native trees were planted within our watershed in late spring! We couldn't have done it without our volunteer leader crew chiefs, interns, staff and property owners. They worked in very small groups while wearing face masks and gloves and maintaining sanitized equipment.

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In honor of #PollinatorWeek (June 22 - June 28), our #WildlifeWednesday posts will feature ways YOU can promote pollinator habitat in your backyard. Add native plants to your yard! Learn more at: https://t.co/thYsfG3jMu

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Socially distanced tree planting! We are slowly beginning to start up field work again in accordance w/ our Covid-19 protocol. Our first group of 10 volunteers (GVC interns, crew chiefs, and homeowner) planted native trees in the Loch Raven watershed. Here's to clean air & water!

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Seeking solace? Enjoy the beauty of this stream near the Big Gunpowder Falls. #mondaymantra #gunpowderfalls

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Ever wonder why our logo features the Jericho Covered Bridge? GVC aims to connect our watershed residents to environmental opportunities that preserve and protect our lands & waterways. Stay tuned in June as GVC staff and board share stories about #WhyWeGVC #gunpowderfalls

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Baltimore County can expect a mixed bag w/climate changes: higher risks of runoff, flooding & saturated fields; higher summer temperatures put crop & soil health at risk; biodiversity is at risk; & invasive species, could fare better. https://t.co/t37gea0Qvk

[Chesapeake Bay Foundation @chesapeakebay]

This #BiodiversityDay, take a minute to indulge in some of the biodiversity the Chesapeake has to offer. From the fungi in the woods, to the humpback in the mouth, we need diverse, native plants and animals to keep the Bay, the economy, and our way of life healthy and thriving.

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Keep your eyes open for invasive bugs this holiday weekend! Maryland is trying to halt the spread of spotted lanternfly, which can cause major damage to agricultural crops. Report potential sightings to MDA by sending picture and location information to [email protected].

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Md Ag News: Department Confirms First Spotted Lanternfly Hatch of 2020 — Marylanders Encouraged to Keep a Lookout for Invasive Pest👀

More info. in our press release: https://t.co/E6mWHVT20b

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Wildflowers along the Big Gunpowder Falls. Make sure to stop and take in the beauty on your next hike.

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For the first time, the #ChesapeakeBay watershed health was scored as part of our 2019 Chesapeake Bay Watershed Report Card. The overall #ChesBay watershed scored a B-, while the Chesapeake Bay score decreased from a C to a C-. https://t.co/rW1Kqqgl54
#onechesapeake

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We're excited to get "our" report card today!

[IAN @IAN_UMCES]

In ONE HOUR, we go LIVE on Facebook to share the release of the 2019 Chesapeake Bay Report Card! See you soon!! #chesapeakebay #onechesapeake #ecoreportcard #chesbay #raisethegrade #watershedaware