Message from ACLT’s Executive Director,  May 31, 2019: ACLT is asking the Board of County Commissioners to restore land preservation funding in the proposed county budget to $2.5 million. We believe that part of the funding should be used in the Purchase and Retirement (PAR) fund which retires rather than redirects residential growth. The other […]

Those who care about Calvert County should make every effort to attend the public hearing on the recommended Calvert County Comprehensive Plan at 7:00 p.m., February 26th at the Calvert Pines Auditorium. The Plan contains similar goals of past comprehensive plans and a quick read would make you feel hopeful for Calvert’s future.  However, what […]

Stakeholder Notification/Public Notice The Land Trust Alliance Accreditation Program recognizes land conservation organizations that meet national quality standards for protecting important natural places and working lands forever. American Chestnut Land Trust (ACLT) has been accredited since 2014 and is pleased to announce that it is currently applying for its scheduled renewal. As such, a public […]

Hunting and Hiking in 2018? Soooo here’s the deal… The Situation: Gun Hunting Season is about to start. And while that makes some of our friends happy, it frustrates others.  Out of respect to all, the best we can do is to find a way to help everyone enjoy the land in whatever way they […]

Happy Trails At ACLT Photo Contest Winners! Congratulations to Instagram users @dani_lane and @mehotchkiss for winning our Happy Trails at ACLT Photo Contest!  You can also view their beautiful pictures of the Swamp Trail, North-South Trail, and the Parkers Creek Loop on our Instagram (@hikeaclt) or our Facebook Page.  We love seeing others who share our appreciation for nature […]