American Chestnut Land Trust

a land conservancy

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Hunting Season Runs Sept 10th thru Feb 3rd
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& what trails are affected

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Connecting People with the Land

Free access to 22 miles of trails across a 3,400 acre preserve, guided canoe trips on the beautiful Parkers Creek, regenerative farming that benefits a local food pantry. ACLT is dedicated to land conservation and to the community.

Explore the Land

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PLAN YOUR VISIT

Care for the Land

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Farm the Land

farm-the-landDonating earth-friendly produce to food pantries

 DOUBLE OAK FARM

Upcoming Events

OCTOBER

  • 30th - Guided Hike – Fall Foliage
    • When: Saturday, October 30th - 10-11:30 a.m.
      (Rain Date: October 31st - same time)
    • What: Guided Hike
    • Where: Turkey Trail (north side)
    • Fee: FREE

NOVEMBER

  • Annual Dinner & Auction (Cancelled due to COVID)

DECEMBER

  • 4th - ACLT's 35th Anniversary Celebration/Volksmarch
    • When: Saturday, December 4th - Time TBD
    • What: ACLT members and supporters are invited to join us for a Volksmarch (a non-competitive organized hike that encourages people to connect with nature and each other). Begin from any trailhead and join fellow ACLT supporters for an inaugural hike on the new Holly Hill trail! We will gather for the 35th Anniversary Celebration at the newly-stabilized historic barn at Holly Hill. More details to come!
    • Where: Holly Hill
  • 5th - ACLT's Annual Wreath & Greens Sale
    • When: Sunday, December 5th - 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
    • What: Each year, volunteers gather greens from around ACLT properties and more volunteers make beautiful wreaths and decorative greens for sale as a fundraiser.
    • Where: South Side Trailhead

See full Calendar of Events Here.

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Congratulations to the winners of ACLT's 2021 Parkers Creek Challenge! Pictured - Top Row (L-R):
Shawn Kyle (1st Place Male Overall)
Dewayne Hudson (Winning Relay Team, Bike)
Aaliyah El-Amin (Winning Relay Team, Run)
Bottom Row (L-R):
Jake Rupard (2nd Place Male Overall)
Mark Smith (Winner, 60 & Over Male)
Troy Juliar (3rd Place Male Overall)
Victor Oliphant (Winning Relay Team, Paddle)
Diane Lawless (3-Way Tie, 60 & Over Female)
Fay Walton (3-Way Tie, 60 & Over Female)
Autumn Phillips-Lewis (1st Place Female Overall)
Jessica Steck (2nd Place Female Overall)
Maria Koelbel (3rd Place Female Overall)
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Congratulations to the winners of ACLTs 2021 Parkers Creek Challenge! Pictured - Top Row (L-R): Shawn Kyle (1st Place Male Overall) Dewayne Hudson (Winning Relay Team, Bike) Aaliyah El-Amin (Winning Relay Team, Run) Bottom Row (L-R): Jake Rupard (2nd Place Male Overall) Mark Smith (Winner, 60 & Over Male) Troy Juliar (3rd Place Male Overall) Victor Oliphant (Winning Relay Team, Paddle) Diane Lawless (3-Way Tie, 60 & Over Female) Fay Walton (3-Way Tie, 60 & Over Female) Autumn Phillips-Lewis (1st Place Female Overall) Jessica Steck (2nd Place Female Overall) Maria Koelbel (3rd Place Female Overall) Not Pictured: Annalisa Cooper (3-Way Tie, 60 & Over Female)
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Congratulations all! Great job Mark Smith!!

Thanks for an awesome race! We loved it!

Congratulations everyone!

Congratulations, Everybody!

Way to go Autumn Phillips-Lewis!! Congrats to all the participants!

Woohoo, Mark Smith !!

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REGISTRATION CLOSES TOMORROW (MONDAY)! REGISTER NOW! https://form.jotform.com/212373547000142 ... See MoreSee Less

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2 spots left on the Parker's Creek Guided Canoe Trip Saturday at 11:30am - must register today! https://form.jotform.com/210744165070145 ... See MoreSee Less

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October is just a few days away. Spider fanciers, rejoice! October (otherwise known as ‘Arachtober’) has been officially designated by spider enthusiasts as International Spider Month! Read our latest blog by Master Naturalist and Guest Blogger Judy Ferris and prepare to enter the amazing world of Arachnids! https://acltweb.org/index.php/… ... See MoreSee Less

October is just a few days away. Spider fanciers, rejoice! October (otherwise known as ‘Arachtober’) has been officially designated by spider enthusiasts as International Spider Month! Read our latest blog by Master Naturalist and Guest Blogger Judy Ferris and prepare to enter the amazing world of Arachnids! https://www.acltweb.org/index.php/the-secret-life-of-insects-9/
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There are still spaces available for this Saturday's paddle up Hunting Creek! Register today! ... See MoreSee Less

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4 spots have opened up on our Guided Canoe trip on Parker's Creek this Saturday at 11:30 am. Register here: https://form.jotform.com/210744165070145 ... See MoreSee Less

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Your Woods in Autumn: Top Ten Things to See on Fall Hikes September 20, 2021 By Keith Williams, Community Engagement Coordinator Scientifically speaking, it is the 23.5-degree tilt of the earth that g...
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This going to be so fun! Register today for the kickoff event October 2nd. Pre-registration NOT required to enjoy the storywalk all month long! ... See MoreSee Less

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Join us as we kick-off our StoryWalk® event which will run through the month of October at the American Chestnut Land Trust (ACLT!)
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Sign Up Today for ACLT's Parkers Creek Challenge Triathlon! New This Year! 3-member relay teams are permitted! Get two friends to join and do the bike, running or kayak leg! https://acltweb.org/index.php/… ... See MoreSee Less

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Did we mention that our "Flower Girls" will be selling gorgeous bouquets of flowers cut fresh from @Double Oak Farm?!?! Get here early! They're sure to sell out quickly! ... See MoreSee Less

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Trail Conditions

North Side Trails:
All trails open.

South Side Trails:
Swamp Trail is permanently closed.

Prince Frederick to Bay Trail:
Open.

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