Maryland Native Plant Society

10/16/2026

Did you know the Patuxent Research Refuge is the only National Wildlife Refuge created specifically to support wildlife research?

As we celebrate National Wildlife Refuge Week, let's celebrate the Patuxent Research Refuge established in 1936 by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. The Refuge is home to the USGS Eastern Ecological Science Center, where scientists study both aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems to support conservation across the nation.

At EESC, our expertise spans wildlife health and disease, invasive species, contaminants, species ecology, habitat and stream health, wetlands, geospatial modeling, remote sensing, population monitoring, and structured decision‑making.

EESC on the Patuxent Research Refuge is also home to several nationally and internationally recognized programs:
🔹The USGS Bird Banding Laboratory, central to bird conservation across the Western Hemisphere
🔸 The North American Breeding Bird Survey, guiding wildlife management for nearly 60 years
🔹The USGS Bee Lab, supporting research on native bees.

Science, conservation, and innovation come together here on the Refuge.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/TFXN50ZVRwO

📸: Rising mist and fall colors at Snowden Pond, Patuxent Research Refuge, Laurel, MD. Credit: USGS Public Domain.

10/15/2026

Join the fun, learn, go on a nature walk, crafts for kids!

Join us for our 2nd Annual Springsong Museum Meet & Greet , a free community celebration at the future home of Springsong Museum!

10/10/2026

📰: Tree-Mendous Maryland Program Expands Support for Community Forestry

Maryland communities now have more opportunities to care for the trees and forests in their neighborhoods and public spaces through the Tree-Mendous Maryland Program. Since its creation, Tree-Mendous has supported tree planting in more than 3,000 communities, parks, and schools statewide.

Legislation signed during the Maryland General Assembly session earlier this year updates the program’s purpose to recognize community participation in both tree planting and stewardship, including community forestry activities that maintain and care for native trees and shrubs. Read more: https://ow.ly/hO3V50ZWfRg

10/10/2026

Getting more native plants growing is the foundation for many kinds of conservation work. That is why a key part of our work here at the Xerces Society focuses on increasing the supply of native plants available for habitat restoration.

10/10/2026

Congratulations Esther!

3 Million Seeds, 420 Acres And National Honor For La Plata Teen Esther Bonney

READ THE STORY: https://thebaynet.com/3-million-seeds-420-acres-and-national-honor-for-la-plata-teen-esther-bonney/

10/08/2026

please stay extra alert this season!

📰: Deer Fall Breeding Season Increases Collision Risk for Drivers

Deer mating season is right around the corner, which means deer will travel across roads in often unpredictable patterns at all times of the day and night in search of a mate. Most other wildlife are also more active at this time of year, as they search for food to prepare for the coming winter. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources reminds motorists to be vigilant. Read more: https://ow.ly/XwEl50ZVxEa

10/01/2026

Online fall plant sale @ Adkins Arboretum, from Oct 1- 8, 2026.
Order here: https://adkinsarboretum.org/support/native-plant-sales/
Pick up appointment in mid-October.
Adkins is one of our Certified Nurseries! Arboretum members receive a discount.