Category: Community Engagement

Our Business Members, Nonprofit Members, and Collaborators

Posted on | Community Engagement

At Wild Ones Chesapeake Bay, we are incredibly grateful for the businesses and nonprofits that share our passion for native landscaping and environmental stewardship. These valued members and collaborators demonstrate their commitment to a healthier planet and strengthen our efforts to connect people with the power of native plants. We extend our heartfelt thanks to these organizations for […] Continue reading "Our Business Members, Nonprofit Members, and Collaborators"

National Pollinator Week June 16-22, 2025

Posted on | Community Engagement, Native Plants & Seeds, Public Outreach

Happy National Pollinator Week from Wild Ones Chesapeake Bay! The 2025 Pollinator Poster titled Pollinators Weave Connections was “crafted by Deanna Derosia, highlighting the essential role pollinators play in creating and expressing human culture, in all of its forms. “As we reflect on the interconnectedness of our world, let’s unite in a collective effort to […] Continue reading "National Pollinator Week June 16-22, 2025"

Deeply Rooted in NatureFest

Posted on | Community Engagement, Public Outreach

NatureFest, now in its 5th year, is a fun, family-friendly celebration of the beauty and wonders of nature and wildlife. It’s all about creating meaningful connections with nature and each other. Wild Ones Chesapeake Bay (WOCB) is thrilled to be partnering with several local organizations – Neighborhood Creative Arts Center (NCAC), College of Southern Maryland […] Continue reading "Deeply Rooted in NatureFest"

Invasive Plants on the WB&A Trail

Posted on | Community Engagement, Habitat Impact, Our Work

“Earth Day on the WB&A trail in Odenton saw volunteers pulling out invasive vines and trees in the sweltering humidity. Despite the heavy concentration of invasive plants in this area, we found and saved several native trees, including oaks, sweet gums, and a river birch! Volunteers filled 14 fifty-gallon trash bags and one full-size truck […] Continue reading "Invasive Plants on the WB&A Trail"

Building Habitat for Native Bees – Youth Empowerment

Posted on | Community Engagement, Habitat Impact, Our Education

One of the keystone programs of Wild Ones Chesapeake Bay is youth empowerment. Our chapter President, Marlene Smith, has been mentoring Esther Bonney, WOCB chapter member and Founder/President of Nurture Natives, since the two met at a local University of Maryland Extension 4-H project on pollinators in January 2022. Together, the two have partnered on […] Continue reading "Building Habitat for Native Bees – Youth Empowerment"