


Connecting People to the Land
Since its inception in 1986, ACLT has been providing environmentally sustainable public access to managed properties for educational, scientific, recreational, and cultural purposes. ACLT's 26 miles of trails crisscross creeks and streams and meander through wildlands and a variety of forest types, offering the visitor an opportunity to witness wildlife in its natural environment. ACLT and its partners have preserved over 4800 acres of land in the Parkers Creek and Governors Run watersheds. ACLT promotes land conservation and preservation throughout Southern Maryland. Guided hikes, canoe trips, and events are offered throughout the year. ACLT also manages a small farm that uses regenerative practices to raise produce that is donated to the local food pantry.
North Side Trailhead:
All trails open.
South Side Trailhead:
All trails open.
PF2Bay Trail:
Open.
Trail Map
Explore the Land
Enjoy guided canoe trips & 26 miles of trails
Care for the Land
Help the land, the wildlife & the mission
Farm the Land
Donating earth-friendly produce to food pantries
Calendar of Events
ACLT has lots of fun events planned for 2025!
Click here to view the full Calendar of Events.
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2 weeks ago 3 weeks ago 3 weeks ago 1 month ago 1 month ago DETAILS: ACLT will have a team in this year’s North Beach Dragon Boat Festival to End Hunger on June 14th to raise money for End Hunger In Calvert County and to introduce ACLT to residents and event attendees in the North Beach area who may not have heard about us.
The End Hunger organization supports the food insecure in our community similar to the way Double Oak Farm raises and donates food to the local food pantry.
PLEASE SHARE!! Help us introduce ACLT to a new audience while helping End Hunger Calvert at the same time.
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We hope to see you on the next Mountain Laurel Guided Hike on Thursday, May 29th @ 6:30pm (Laurel Trail) Register for this hike here: https://form.jotform.com/250214032645142
(photo credit: Gerry Walles, Jen Ludlow)
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Each team must raise at least $1,500. Would you be willing to donate and help us reach our fundraising goal?If so, you can visit our page and make a donation here: https://secure.qgiv.com/event/2025ehdragonboatfestival/team/989227/.
PLEASE SHARE!! Help us introduce ACLT to a new audience while helping End Hunger Calvert at the same time.
Below is a highlight video from last year's race. Come cheer us on! June 14th from 9am to 2pm.
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/15q63T12Hf/
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Eastern Box Turtles, like the ones you see here, are very active during and after rain storms because it brings out an abundance of food sources like worms, insects & invertebrates. Please watch carefully for turtles crossing the road on rainy days like today! An ACLT staff member spotted 5 turtles on Double Oak Rd this morning!! 😱
(Photo credit: Jen Ludlow)
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Each team must raise at least $1,500. We're looking for ACLT supporters willing to donate and help us reach our fundraising goal.
If you’d like to help us reach our goal, you can visit our page and make a donation here: https://secure.qgiv.com/event/2025ehdragonboatfestival/team/989227/ You can also leave a message for us about why you decided to donate – We'd love to hear from you!
PLEASE SHARE! Please share this post If you can think of others who might be interested in making a donation. End Hunger Calvert is a great organization and you’d be helping them (and ACLT!) by spreading the word.
Thank you so much for helping us reach our goal, and for supporting End Hunger Calvert and ACLT. We couldn’t do it without you!
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See full list schedule: https://www.acltweb.org/index.php/calendar-of-events/
More Info on Individual Events:
So.Md. Heritage Festival at Sotterley: https://sotterley.org/somd-heritage/
College of So.Md. LaPlata Campus Naturefest: https://www.neighborhoodcreativeartscenter.org/nature-Fest
Children's Day on the Farm at Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum: https://www.facebook.com/events/2418134348526762/?
Patuxent River Wade-in at Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum: https://www.facebook.com/share/1HzS7mz24e/
Calvert NAACP Juneteenth Celebration at Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BG5rRV9Mq/
End Hunger Dragon Boat Festival-North Beach https://secure.qgiv.com/event/2025ehdragonboatfestival/team/989227/
Insectival at Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center: https://www.facebook.com/share/1FUnxEMQ2N/
So.Md Sunflower Festival at Serenity Farms by the Farm Heritage Conservancy (not yet posted
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See full list schedule: https://www.acltweb.org/index.php/calendar-of-events/
More Info on Individual Events:
So.Md. Heritage Festival at Sotterley: https://sotterley.org/somd-heritage/
College of So.Md. LaPlata Campus Naturefest: https://www.neighborhoodcreativeartscenter.org/nature-Fest
Children's Day on the Farm at Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum: https://www.facebook.com/events/2418134348526762/?
Patuxent River Wade-in at Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum: https://www.facebook.com/share/1HzS7mz24e/
Calvert NAACP Juneteenth Celebration at Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BG5rRV9Mq/
Insectival at Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center: https://www.facebook.com/share/1FUnxEMQ2N/
So.Md Sunflower Festival at Serenity Farms by the Farm Heritage Conservancy (not yet posted)
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Hikers - if you see ATVs or dirt bikes on the trails, please call the Sheriff’s office at the time of activity and give them the location (i.e. - coordinates, name of trail, drop a pin)
Calvert Co. Sheriff’s Office non-emergency: (410)535-2800/ (301)855-1194
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Hear about all the great things ACLT achieved last year and our goals for this year at our Annual Meeting tomorrow, Saturday, May 3rd at Truth Bible Church-Calvert @ 9:30am. Go to www.acltweb.org for more info!🌦☔️ April showers bring May flowers 🌱🌷🪻and the latest round of accreditation decisions 📨 Join us in congratulating the 29 land trusts who recently achieved renewal! 🎉
Want to join in the celebration? Leave a message of, "job well done!" on our Facebook celebration posts! #conservation #conservationexcellence #accreditation #AccreditationSuccess #landconservation #savingland
First Renewals: East Haddam Land Trust, Friends of the Columbia Gorge
Second Renewals: American Chestnut Land Trust - ACLT, Elkhorn Slough Foundation, Frenchman Bay Conservancy, Housatonic Valley Association, Ice Age Trail Alliance, Kestrel Land Trust, The Land Conservancy of San Luis Obispo County, Land Trust of Napa County, Louisville/Jefferson County Environmental Trust, Norfolk Land Trust, North Shore Land Alliance, Rondout-Esopus Land Conservancy, Sagebrush Steppe Land Trust, Sonoma Land Trust, Vital Ground, Wareham Land Trust, Inc., Washington Farmland Trust
Third Renewals: Brandywine Conservancy, California Farmland Trust, Conserving Carolina, Countryside Conservancy, Five Valleys Land Trust, Heritage Conservancy, Hudson Highlands Land Trust, North Branch Land Trust, Placer Land Trust, Scenic Hudson
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National Travel & Tourism Week is around the corner, and there’s no better time to plan your visit to the American Chestnut Land Trust! 🗺️💚
Whether you’re into hiking, birdwatching, or just looking for a peaceful escape into nature, ACLT has over 26 miles of trails, stunning views, and rich conservation history waiting for you. 🥾🌳
✅ Add it to your travel list
✅ Pack your hiking shoes
✅ Support local conservation
✨ This week is all about discovering what’s in your own backyard — and ACLT is a Maryland gem worth the trip.
#ACLT #PlanYourTrip #NationalTravelAndTourismWeek #NatureAwaits #EcoTourism #HikeMD #SupportLocalLandTrusts #TravelLocal #ExploreMaryland #FindYourTrail #HiddenGems
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