PC: Jodi Sulpizio, Penn State Extension LSLT is now accepting applications for Yards For Creation, a program that installs native meadows on public land with a focus on congregations in Wicomico, Worcester, and Somerset Counties. Earlier this year LSLT via their Yards for Creation Program in partnership with Interfaith Partners for the Chesapeake installed a native meadow at The Delmarva Free School ( a member-based intentional land-use recovery community and nature sanctuar

Step 1: Assess and Simplify Plan where you want to make changes for next spring. Rethink your garden expectations and simplify areas that have been problematic or disappointing. We encourage native plants and trees no matter the size of your garden. Consider removing a few higher-maintenance ornamental plants or grass patches to make room for the beneficial features of natives. Step 2: Sift through Research This Winter   Spend the dormant season learning about a few native sp

As we approach the end of the year and celebrate our 35th anniversary, it’s a perfect moment to reflect on how far we’ve come, and the incredible momentum carrying us forward. Matt Heim, Mary Beth Carozza, and King Burnett at Flannel Formal 2025. PC: Lauren Imhof This year brought record engagement across our signature events. Our Native Plant Sale, Pollinator Garden Tour, and Flannel Formal each enjoyed banner years, drawing more participants and supporters than ever before.

Come check out LSLT's Stewardship and GIS coordinators business, Frank Deuter's business: Corddry Crossing Hobbies this holiday season! Located just 1 block away from the LSLT office ( 110 W Green St Unit A, Snow Hill, MD 21863) . There will be open houses and workshops all December long. For more information, please call 410-710-8038 or visit corddrycrossinghobbies.com .

In our 35th year, we celebrate King Burnett, one of Lower Shore Land Trust’s founders. Without King’s vision, hard work, and passion for our rural communities, the Lower Shore Land Trust wouldn’t be here today. This year, we have the rare privilege of honoring King at our biggest celebration of the year, The Flannel Formal. King Burnett PC: King Burnett King is a multi-award-winning leader recognized for his dedication and excellence in myriad arenas, including legislative, e

Pawpaw Tree Flowers PC: Eric Draper, OSU The Pawpaw tree is the largest fruit tree native to North America. The fruit is a small custard-like delight, tasting of a combination of banana, mango, and pineapple, which ripens in late August through September in Maryland. A Native American staple, the fruit of this tree is engrained in North America’s history. If you’re like me, you may be wondering: why? What about pawpaws sets it apart from other native fruit trees like American

As Thanksgiving approaches, we’ve been taking a moment to reflect on what fills our hearts this season. Between the busy days, changing leaves, and community events, it’s easy to forget how much there is to be thankful for the people we work alongside, the landscapes we help protect, and the small, everyday moments that make it all meaningful. In that spirit, we asked our team to share what they’re most thankful for this year and shared some photos of our favorite LSLT memori

At the Lower Shore Land Trust, we usually focus on protecting open spaces and wildlife, not chasing ghosts! But this Halloween, we could not resist sharing one of Board Member  Glenn Irwin’s  favorite chilling tales from his  other role as a ghost tour guide in Ocean City. Glenn during a ghost tour! PC: Glenn Irwin When he is not helping raise funds for events such as our upcoming  Flannel Formal on November 8th , Glenn leads visitors through Ocean City’s haunted past with 

J oin us on Saturday, November 8th from 3-6pm for the 9th Annual Flannel Formal,  the well-known and loved celebration of land...

Shane Hall (Salisbury University Professor) and Lauren presenting her summer research project at DRCN's Annual Meeting. PC: Brooke Orr...

Fall foliage along the Pocomoke River beside LSLT's office. PC: Jared Parks Where do you go for fall colors? New England? East Texas?...

The Lower Shore Land Trust’s Yards for Creation  initiative continues to grow literally through vibrant meadow and tree plantings that...

Moths, butterflies, chrysalides & caterpillars are still active as we head into fall.   Monarchs are on the move and time is of the...

Lower Shore Land Trust staff attended the Land Trust Alliance “Rally” Conference in Cleveland, OH. Brooke Orr, Jared Parks, and Frank...

Young Matt enjoying some English’s Chicken on the beach with his Dad, Bob and brother, Marc. PC: Matt Heim When I think about the places...

Northern Red-bellied Cooter PC: Frank Deuter Curious about the lizards, snakes, turtles and toads this summer? Who have you discovered...

Josh Curtis, Salisbury University Graduate 2025 PC: Josh Curtis My name is Josh Curtis, and I am a recent graduate of Salisbury...

Trail of Change Identification Sign PC: Pocomoke State Park Shad Landing State Park has been host to many unforgettable memories over the...

This year marks a remarkable milestone for the Lower Shore Land Trust: 35 years of protecting the natural beauty, wildlife, and rural...

In June, the town of Snow Hill held their second annual river raft race at Sturgis Park. As with last year, LSLT entered a raft to...