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SUMMARY:Holly Hills Fall Festival: Workshops\, Volunteer Event\, and Open House
DESCRIPTION:About: Join Howard EcoWorks\, an environmental nonprofit serving Howard County and the surrounding region\, for a family-friendly fall festival at Holly Hills. This free community open house celebrates two years of stewardship at the 16-acre property and offers visitors a chance to explore the site\, learn about environmental conservation\, shop for native plants\, meet local conservation partners\, and participate in hands-on activities.  Holly Hills serves as Howard EcoWorks’ headquarters\, training site\, and home of Seeds of Change Native Plant Nursery. The property is also an important part of our green workforce development efforts\, providing a place where people can gain experience in environmental stewardship and conservation.  Date: Saturday\, September 26\, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM Location: Holly Hills\, 14270 Burntwoods Rd\, Glenwood\, MD 21738 Main Event: https://www.howardecoworks.org/event-details/holly-hills-fall-festival Volunteer Registration: https://www.howardecoworks.org/event-details/volunteer-activities-at-holly-hills-fall-festival  EVENT SCHEDULE 10:00–11:30 AM | Acorn & Nut Collection Volunteer Activity Help collect acorns and other nuts from native trees\, in support of Gather & Grow\, while learning about growing trees from seed. Activity includes air-pruning tables and best practices for producing healthy trees.  10:30 AM–12:30 PM | Biochar Burn Demonstration Participate in a biochar demonstration and learn how biochar can be produced and used in landscapes.   1:00–1:30 PM | Tree Talk Join a tree expert from Davey Tree to explore everything from tree care and maintenance\, pressing issues like oak decline and beech leaf disease\, and the importance of healthy soil for newly planted trees. All questions are welcome from root to crown!  1:30–2:30 PM | Forest & Tree Maintenance Volunteer Activity Put the workshop into practice with hands-on forest and tree care at Holly Hills.   10:00 AM–3:00 PM | Native Plant Sale Shop Seeds of Change Native Plant Nursery’s selection of native perennials\, shrubs\, and trees\, including plants grown from Mid-Atlantic local ecotypes.  10:00 AM–3:00 PM | Open House\, Self-Guided Tours\, & Partners Explore Holly Hills and learn about completed projects\, work currently underway\, and plans for the future. A site map and informational materials will help visitors explore at their own pace. Additionally\, check out tables and information from our visiting partners!  10:00 AM–3:00 PM | Snacks & Birthday Treats Enjoy refreshments and help us celebrate two years at Holly Hills! \n\n\n\nDirections and Parking Entrance to our driveway is at 14270 Burntwoods Rd\, across from Brantly Rd. Please park in the designated area\, the grassy area across from the barn.  Guests are not required to register; however\, registration allows the attendee to add this event to their calendar and receive automatic email reminders. By attending this event\, you agree to our liability and photo release waiver. In summary\, you agree to follow any safety instructions provided by staff members of EcoWorks\, and understand that staff members may be taking photos or videos during this public event.  RSVP for the main event at this link: https://www.howardecoworks.org/event-details/holly-hills-fall-festival  If you would like to participate in the volunteer activites\, register here: https://www.howardecoworks.org/event-details/volunteer-activities-at-holly-hills-fall-festival
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/holly-hills-fall-festival-workshops-volunteer-event-and-open-house/
LOCATION:Holly Hills\, 14270 Burntwoods Rd\, Glenwood\, Maryland\, 21738\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,Environment
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SUMMARY:September Weekend Butterfly ID Class & Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join experts from the Howard County Bird Club for a morning all about butterflies! Start indoors with a beginner-friendly butterfly identification class covering key features\, common local species and simple techniques to help you recognize butterflies in the field. Then join leaders on a guided walk around the Conservancy’s Mt. Pleasant trails and gardens to apply the butterfly identification tips and tricks you learned in class. Our native plant and pollinator gardens are bursting with flowers that attract butterflies.\n\nDetails: \nClass will start at 9:30 a.m. and the walk will begin around 11:00 a.m.\nPlease remember to dress for the weather and bring your reusable water bottle.\nThis is beginner-level walk for adults and interested children 8 and older (accompanied by an adult).\nThough dogs on leash are permitted on our grounds\, please refrain from bringing your pet on this hike.\nFree. Space limited. Registration required.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/september-weekend-butterfly-id-class-walk/
LOCATION:Gudelsky Environmental Education Center\, 10520 Old Frederick Road\, Woodstock\, Maryland\, 21163\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Howard County Conservancy":MAILTO:programs@howardnature.org
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