Maryland Association for Environmental and Outdoor Education
Monday, April 25, 2011
Volunteer Coordinator Job Announcement
Howard County Department of Recreation and Parks is seeking a Volunteer Coordinator for the new Robinson Nature Center. The Volunteer Coordinator will develop and manage volunteer-based opportunities and programs for the Robinson Nature Center and oversees the day-to-day operations of volunteer programs. For more information and to apply, visit http://agency.governmentjobs.com/howardcounty/default.cfm. The deadline for applications is May 2, 2011.
Delmarva Birding Weekend
The Delmarva Birding Weekend celebrates the spring migration of thousands of warblers, shorebirds, waterfowl and raptors. The Weekend combines boat trips, paddling treks, and expeditions by foot, and takes place April 28 through May 1, 2011.
The Delmarva Peninsula possesses an extensive variety of environments, including barrier islands, tidal wetlands, cypress swamps, upland fields and primeval forests. Field trips take place in the land and water that feed into the Delaware Bays and coastal inland bays. More than 400 bird species have been recorded in the region. 204 species were tallied during the 2009 event!
Space is limited, but weekend participants can book trips through May 1 to kayak in Rehoboth Bay, search for seabirds aboard the Cape May/Lewes Ferry, and explore some of Delaware’s best birding grounds at Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge, Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge, Cape Henlopen State Park, Delaware Seashore State Park, and Assawoman Wildlife Area. On Friday, April 29 at 5:00 pm, a birder’s Tally Rally will be held at Dogfish Head in Rehoboth Beach to add species to the weekend’s checklist.
Participating birders will be helping birds by promoting bird and habitat conservation. Birders, both novice and experienced, can make an important statement about the economic value of birds and their habitats through low-impact tourism. Birders are encouraged to remind local businesses that they are here to enjoy Delmarva’s natural areas and the birds that inhabit them.
For more information, please email dlitedirector@comcast.net or call 443-614-0261. For more information about the Delmarva Birding Weekend and trip availability, please visit www.delmarvabirding.org.
The Delmarva Peninsula possesses an extensive variety of environments, including barrier islands, tidal wetlands, cypress swamps, upland fields and primeval forests. Field trips take place in the land and water that feed into the Delaware Bays and coastal inland bays. More than 400 bird species have been recorded in the region. 204 species were tallied during the 2009 event!
Space is limited, but weekend participants can book trips through May 1 to kayak in Rehoboth Bay, search for seabirds aboard the Cape May/Lewes Ferry, and explore some of Delaware’s best birding grounds at Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge, Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge, Cape Henlopen State Park, Delaware Seashore State Park, and Assawoman Wildlife Area. On Friday, April 29 at 5:00 pm, a birder’s Tally Rally will be held at Dogfish Head in Rehoboth Beach to add species to the weekend’s checklist.
Participating birders will be helping birds by promoting bird and habitat conservation. Birders, both novice and experienced, can make an important statement about the economic value of birds and their habitats through low-impact tourism. Birders are encouraged to remind local businesses that they are here to enjoy Delmarva’s natural areas and the birds that inhabit them.
For more information, please email dlitedirector@comcast.net or call 443-614-0261. For more information about the Delmarva Birding Weekend and trip availability, please visit www.delmarvabirding.org.
Thursday, April 7, 2011
Compost Bin & Rain Barrell Sale
Once again, Baltimore County Dept. of the Public Works and the Department of Environmental Protection and Sustainability are sponsoring a Compost Bin and Rain Barrel sale, first come, first serve, truckload sale for one day only! There will be no leftovers the next day.
Saturday, April 30,2011, 9 am - 3:00 pm at the auxiliary parking lot of The Avenue at White Marsh 8125 Honeygo Boulevard (behind the movie theater, across Town Center Drive)
The Earth Machine Compost Bin: 2 pieces fits in all cars.
Systern Rain Barrel: 1 piece, large size, fits in most cars.
There will be six lines to pay cash, check and credit cards. Two lines will be cash only.
See more details including pricing at www.bcrecycles.com or contact 410-887-2000, press 0 for an operator.
Saturday, April 30,2011, 9 am - 3:00 pm at the auxiliary parking lot of The Avenue at White Marsh 8125 Honeygo Boulevard (behind the movie theater, across Town Center Drive)
The Earth Machine Compost Bin: 2 pieces fits in all cars.
Systern Rain Barrel: 1 piece, large size, fits in most cars.
There will be six lines to pay cash, check and credit cards. Two lines will be cash only.
See more details including pricing at www.bcrecycles.com or contact 410-887-2000, press 0 for an operator.
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
Position Announcement: Undergraduate/Graduate 2011 Summer Research Internship @ Anita C. Leight Estuary Center
Anita C. Leight Estuary Center
Otter Point Creek Component
Chesapeake Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve - MD
Application Deadline: All applications must be received by April 15, 2011.
Background: The Otter Point Creek Alliance and the Chesapeake Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve in Maryland (Maryland Reserve) are co‑sponsoring two summer research internships for the summer of 2011. Internships are open to qualified undergraduate and graduate students to conduct a summer research project within the Otter Point Creek Component of the Maryland Reserve. The Maryland Reserve is one of 28 Reserves throughout the country that serve as field laboratories for the betterment of coastal zone management through research, education, and stewardship.
Site Description: The Otter Point Creek Component is one of three sites that comprise the Maryland Reserve. It contains 704 acres of upland and riparian forest, tidal freshwater marshes, streams, creeks, submerged aquatic vegetation, and open water. Otter Point Creek is located in the tidal headwaters of the Bush River in Harford County, Maryland. Staff from the Anita C. Leight Estuary Center oversees all efforts and activities at Otter Point Creek. Students are encouraged to work with staff to coordinate the use of laboratories, field equipment, and other amenities (canoes, boats, storage space, etc.) in support of their research project. Students are also encouraged to incorporate education and volunteer opportunities, if applicable, in their research efforts.
Research Topics:
Otter Point Creek is an ideal site for a broad range of research topics with a diversity of habitats (tidal freshwater marshes, SAV beds, and riparian and upland forests). Students can work with the Reserve’s Research Coordinator, Park Naturalist and the Park Manager on one of the following topics:
* Beaver Habitat Sustainability Study
* Mapping of Phragmites patches and wild rice at Otter Point Creek
* Study the marsh colonization process at the HaHa branch mudbank
* Short-term sedimentation study at the HaHa branch marsh
* Physical characterization of the vernal pool including size, GPS location, vegetation, soil parameters, etc.
Qualifications:
Internships are open to qualified undergraduate and graduate students who are capable of working independently with minimal supervision. Students should be self-motivated, have good communication and writing skills, and be comfortable working in physically challenging environments.
Application Requirements:
Qualified applicants should submit the following:
1) a short proposal (five or less single spaced pages that includes a title, hypotheses, methods/ procedures, objectives/goals of study, and references)
2) copies of unofficial transcripts
3) two letters of recommendation and
4) a one-page resume.
All applications must be received by April 15, 2011.
Internship Requirements
The successful applicant is expected to develop an expanded detailed proposal, conduct independent research, and provide a final report, public presentation and newsletter article for the Otter's Tale, about their project within one year of completing their project.
Financial Support:
The Otter Point Creek Alliance will provide a stipend totaling $2,000 in four equal installments of $500. Final payment is made upon the receipt of the final report. In addition, the Chesapeake Bay Reserve will provide up to $500 for supplies and/or sample analysis. Interns should figure on working a minimum of 20 hours a week for a minimum of three months during the summer of 2011.
Send complete applications to:
Kriste Garman, Park Manager
Anita C. Leight Estuary Center
700 Otter Point Road
Abingdon, MD 21009
For more information contact:
Kriste Garman at 410‑612‑1688 or ksgarman@harfordcountymd.gov
Otter Point Creek Component
Chesapeake Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve - MD
Application Deadline: All applications must be received by April 15, 2011.
Background: The Otter Point Creek Alliance and the Chesapeake Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve in Maryland (Maryland Reserve) are co‑sponsoring two summer research internships for the summer of 2011. Internships are open to qualified undergraduate and graduate students to conduct a summer research project within the Otter Point Creek Component of the Maryland Reserve. The Maryland Reserve is one of 28 Reserves throughout the country that serve as field laboratories for the betterment of coastal zone management through research, education, and stewardship.
Site Description: The Otter Point Creek Component is one of three sites that comprise the Maryland Reserve. It contains 704 acres of upland and riparian forest, tidal freshwater marshes, streams, creeks, submerged aquatic vegetation, and open water. Otter Point Creek is located in the tidal headwaters of the Bush River in Harford County, Maryland. Staff from the Anita C. Leight Estuary Center oversees all efforts and activities at Otter Point Creek. Students are encouraged to work with staff to coordinate the use of laboratories, field equipment, and other amenities (canoes, boats, storage space, etc.) in support of their research project. Students are also encouraged to incorporate education and volunteer opportunities, if applicable, in their research efforts.
Research Topics:
Otter Point Creek is an ideal site for a broad range of research topics with a diversity of habitats (tidal freshwater marshes, SAV beds, and riparian and upland forests). Students can work with the Reserve’s Research Coordinator, Park Naturalist and the Park Manager on one of the following topics:
* Beaver Habitat Sustainability Study
* Mapping of Phragmites patches and wild rice at Otter Point Creek
* Study the marsh colonization process at the HaHa branch mudbank
* Short-term sedimentation study at the HaHa branch marsh
* Physical characterization of the vernal pool including size, GPS location, vegetation, soil parameters, etc.
Qualifications:
Internships are open to qualified undergraduate and graduate students who are capable of working independently with minimal supervision. Students should be self-motivated, have good communication and writing skills, and be comfortable working in physically challenging environments.
Application Requirements:
Qualified applicants should submit the following:
1) a short proposal (five or less single spaced pages that includes a title, hypotheses, methods/ procedures, objectives/goals of study, and references)
2) copies of unofficial transcripts
3) two letters of recommendation and
4) a one-page resume.
All applications must be received by April 15, 2011.
Internship Requirements
The successful applicant is expected to develop an expanded detailed proposal, conduct independent research, and provide a final report, public presentation and newsletter article for the Otter's Tale, about their project within one year of completing their project.
Financial Support:
The Otter Point Creek Alliance will provide a stipend totaling $2,000 in four equal installments of $500. Final payment is made upon the receipt of the final report. In addition, the Chesapeake Bay Reserve will provide up to $500 for supplies and/or sample analysis. Interns should figure on working a minimum of 20 hours a week for a minimum of three months during the summer of 2011.
Send complete applications to:
Kriste Garman, Park Manager
Anita C. Leight Estuary Center
700 Otter Point Road
Abingdon, MD 21009
For more information contact:
Kriste Garman at 410‑612‑1688 or ksgarman@harfordcountymd.gov
Photo Contest
2011 DNR Photo Contest
Enter your photos into the 2011 Maryland Natural Resource Photo Contest, sponsored by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, the Maryland Park Service and Maryland Public Television. Contest winners receive prizes and have their photos published in the Maryland Natural Resource 2012 winter issue as well as the 2012 Maryland Natural Resource Calendar.
http://dnr.maryland.gov/photocontest/
Enter your photos into the 2011 Maryland Natural Resource Photo Contest, sponsored by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, the Maryland Park Service and Maryland Public Television. Contest winners receive prizes and have their photos published in the Maryland Natural Resource 2012 winter issue as well as the 2012 Maryland Natural Resource Calendar.
http://dnr.maryland.gov/photocontest/
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Stipend Volunteers are sought for the Chesapeake Conservation Corps
The Chesapeake Bay Trust is proud to announce the second year of a new partnership with the State of Maryland and Constellation Energy to establish a Chesapeake Conservation Corps Program. The purpose of the Corps is 1) to enable stipend volunteers to work with host organizations and communities throughout Maryland to implement on-the-ground restoration and energy conservation projects, and 2) to provide leadership and training opportunities for young adults pursuing environmental and conservation careers. Corps volunteers will work on projects in the realms of watershed restoration, energy conservation, agriculture, forestry, and environmental education. Over 40 placement possibilities at non-profit and government organizations across Maryland exist and can be viewed at www.cbtrust.org/chesapeakeconservationcorps. At least 16 Corps Volunteers will be placed.
Applications for CORPS VOLUNTEERS, ages 18-25, are currently being solicited, with a deadline of May 20, 2011. Successful Corps Volunteer applicants will be matched with Host Organizations by the end of June, with the one-year service term to begin on August 29, 2011. Corps Volunteers will receive a stipend of $19,000 for the year of service. In light of the Trust’s commitment to the advancement of diversity in its environmental work, the Trust strongly encouraged applications from Host Organizations and now encourages applications from Volunteers that increase awareness and participation of people and communities of color in natural resource restoration and protection.
More information and application materials can be found at www.cbtrust.org/chesapeakeconservationcorps.
Applications for CORPS VOLUNTEERS, ages 18-25, are currently being solicited, with a deadline of May 20, 2011. Successful Corps Volunteer applicants will be matched with Host Organizations by the end of June, with the one-year service term to begin on August 29, 2011. Corps Volunteers will receive a stipend of $19,000 for the year of service. In light of the Trust’s commitment to the advancement of diversity in its environmental work, the Trust strongly encouraged applications from Host Organizations and now encourages applications from Volunteers that increase awareness and participation of people and communities of color in natural resource restoration and protection.
More information and application materials can be found at www.cbtrust.org/chesapeakeconservationcorps.
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
New Logo
In case you didn't see it at the conference, MAEOE has a new logo! We worked hard to come up with a design that, while embracing the feel of our original logo, could also be used to help identify our many programs as being part of MAEOE. Keep your eye out for the new logo to be popping up all over Maryland's Environmental Programs :)
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