American Chestnut Land Trust

a land conservancy

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hiking during hunting at aclt

Hunting Season Runs Sept 10th thru Feb 3rd
See the Full Hunting Schedule
& 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

explore-the-land-2Enjoy guided canoe trips & 22 miles of trails

PLAN YOUR VISIT

Care for the Land

care-for-the-landHelp the land, the wildlife & the mission

 VOLUNTEER

Farm the Land

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

 DOUBLE OAK FARM

Upcoming Events

DECEMBER

  • 4th - ACLT's 35th Anniversary Celebration/Volksmarch 
    • When: Saturday, December 4th - 12-2 p.m.
    • What: A Volksmarch (people's march or walk) is a non-competitive, organized hike that encourages people to connect to nature and each other. We are also celebrating our 35th Anniversary with lunch, music and fun!
    • Where: Begin from any trailhead and hike the new Holly Hill Trail!

      PLEASE NOTE! The new Holly Hill Trail will not be open to the public until December 5th! The trail is not yet marked with signage or blazes. It will be open on the 4th only to registered attendees of this event, who will receive a trail map just prior to the event.

  • 5th - Holly Hill Trail Opens to the Public
  • 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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Is registering for the Volksmarch on your To-Do List? Be sure to do so before 4 p.m. TODAY if you want lunch! https://acltweb.org/index.php/… ... See MoreSee Less

Is registering for the Volksmarch on your To-Do List? Be sure to do so before 4 p.m. TODAY if you want lunch! https://www.acltweb.org/index.php/volksmarch-35th-anniversary/
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One of the best parts about being in the Corps is visiting the organizations of fellow Corps Members and learning about the various efforts happening across the region to protect and restore the environment. You can see the beauty of this element in the incredible blog post by Corps Member Amelia Lowe at the Chesapeake Conservancy and her visit with Mary Hoover at the American Chestnut Land Trust - ACLT. During her site visit she learned about how ACLT's one-acre farm is going beyond sustainable agriculture and implementing regenerative practices that will not only avoid degrading the land but will actually improve the land. Such a great read!🌱 https://chesapeakeconservation.org/a-fall-farm-vis…
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One of the best parts about being in the Corps is visiting the organizations of fellow Corps Members and learning about the various efforts happening across the region to protect and restore the environment. You can see the beauty of this element in the incredible blog post by Corps Member Amelia Lowe at the Chesapeake Conservancy and her visit with Mary Hoover at the American Chestnut Land Trust - ACLT. During her site visit she learned about how ACLTs one-acre farm is going beyond sustainable agriculture and implementing regenerative practices that will not only avoid degrading the land but will actually improve the land. Such a great read!🌱 https://www.chesapeakeconservation.org/a-fall-farm-visit-regenerative-edition/ #chescorpslife #chescorpsimpactImage attachmentImage attachment+2Image attachment
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Join Us! Remember ... the sale is on SUNDAY this year because Saturday we'll be busy with ACLT''s 35th Anniversary Celebration & Volksmarch! ... See MoreSee Less

Join Us! Remember ... the sale is on SUNDAY this year because Saturday well be busy with ACLTs 35th Anniversary Celebration & Volksmarch!
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Garden Smarter 2022 schedule.
~ Currently majority of the presentations will be in-person unless a presenter chooses to do the lecture as a virtual program. This is not the final version of the pamphlet. Calvert Master Gardeners will be presenting a lot of new & old favorite lectures. More information about our Annual Seed Swap coming soon! ... See MoreSee Less

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Mike Benton is with Robert Gholl and Jeff Greene at The Mike Benton Team with Home Towne Real Estate.

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Another great hike on the American Chestnut Land Trust - ACLT… #5.8Miles Looking forward to seeing everyone on the 4th… ... See MoreSee Less

Another great hike on the American Chestnut Land Trust - ACLT… #5.8Miles Looking forward to seeing everyone on the 4th…Image attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment
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ATTENTION: Gun Hunting runs Saturday, November 27th through December 11th and January 7-9th. Find out where, when, and what types of hunting are allowed on ACLT and DNR properties and how to take precautions to keep everyone safe on the trails. Visit: https://acltweb.org/index.php/… ... See MoreSee Less

ATTENTION: Gun Hunting runs Saturday, November 27th through December 11th and January 7-9th. Find out where, when, and what types of hunting are allowed on ACLT and DNR properties and how to take precautions to keep everyone safe on the trails. Visit: https://www.acltweb.org/index.php/2021-aclt-hunting-schedule/
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Jason Francisco may be worth looking at.

Mike Benton is with Jeff Greene.

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This Black Friday, start a new tradition - skip the malls and #optoutside! ACLT's trails may be a bit muddy, but they're guaranteed to be less crowded! ... See MoreSee Less

This Black Friday, start a new tradition - skip the malls and #optoutside! ACLTs trails may be a bit muddy, but theyre guaranteed to be less crowded!
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Today and every day, we give thanks for our members, volunteers, and supporters! Happy Thanksgiving! ... See MoreSee Less

Today and every day, we give thanks for our members, volunteers, and supporters! Happy Thanksgiving!
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Love this grateful message from supporters Helenmary Ball and Julian Ball

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The Holly Hill trail signs are painted and ready to be put up next week just in time for ACLT's Volksmarch & 35th Anniversary Celebration! Register today to be among the first to hike this gorgeous trail! ... See MoreSee Less

The Holly Hill trail signs are painted and ready to be put up next week just in time for ACLTs Volksmarch & 35th Anniversary Celebration! Register today to be among the first to hike this gorgeous trail!
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Wally Gooding - looks like we have a new trail to hike!

Cant wait! #❤️ACLT

No need to ask for directions while on the ACLT trails!

South side or north side? ❤

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Our Wednesday Woods Workers are gathering the greens today for our Annual Wreath and Greens Sale! Sunday, December 5th 11-1 at American Chestnut Land Trust-South Side Trailhead! Thank You, Volunteers! ... See MoreSee Less

Our Wednesday Woods Workers are gathering the greens today for our Annual Wreath and Greens Sale! Sunday, December 5th 11-1 at American Chestnut Land Trust-South Side Trailhead! Thank You, Volunteers!
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THANK YOU for all you do: )

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A Big Thank You to Girl Scout Troup 11066, the Plum Point Daisies, for this very informative (and adorable) poster they made to encourage visitors to Leave No Trace! See it in person at the American Chestnut Land Trust-South Side Trailhead barn! ... See MoreSee Less

A Big Thank You to Girl Scout Troup 11066, the Plum Point Daisies, for this very informative (and adorable) poster they made to encourage visitors to Leave No Trace! See it in person at the American Chestnut Land Trust-South Side Trailhead barn!Image attachment
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Yay Girl Scouts

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Join Us! Pre-Registration Required: https://www.acltweb.org/index.php/volksmarch-35th-anniversary/?fbclid=IwAR0RTeMaG_N-rYnt8rP44te99sAerh0I8fKJ8MmYzR3PdnBAemlFtVQfNG0
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NOTICE: ACLT is conducting a controlled burn at the Holly Hill property today. The fire department is onsite. The fire will not impact any trails, but don't panic if you see smoke! ... See MoreSee Less

NOTICE: ACLT is conducting a controlled burn at the Holly Hill property today. The fire department is onsite. The fire will not impact any trails, but dont panic if you see smoke!
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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.

Trail MAP and rules

 

 

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