Shade Tree Commission of Cumberland, MD

Today is the day! Keep track of what birds you see and report your findings. Full instructions available at : https://www.birdcount.org/

Save the date - the upcoming "Too Toxic to Trash" collection event, hosted by the Allegany County Recycling Office, will provide a way to get rid of any household hazardous waste you’ve been holding on to.

The event will take place on Saturday, October 9th, 2021 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Allegany County Fairgrounds (11490 Moss Avenue in Cumberland), and will provide free disposal of common household wastes requiring special disposal.

For more details, please see the flyer or visit https://gov.allconet.org/1639/Too-Toxic-To-Trash-Event.

Check out the 2021 MOS convention! This will be held IN PERSON in Cumberland next year!!!

This is a global citizen science challenge. There is even an app for your tree measurements, that helps you calculate the height of a tree!

By participating in Citizen Science projects, citizens can gain a greater say in and commitment to scientific and research matters.

Here is a fun way to contribute!

The 2021 Community Challenge begins today. You can participate by taking tree observations or by learning, creating, or engaging with us about . Find out more about the challenge on our website: https://observer.globe.gov/trees-2021
NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration NASA Earth NASA Citizen Science Challenge

Volunteers wanted: Allegany County Potomac Watershed Cleanup

When:
Saturday April 10, 2021, 9am - noon
(Rain/high water date: April 17)

Where: 3 Sites in Allegany County - RSVP encouraged!

1. Allegany County Fairgrounds Boat Launch
RSVP to [email protected]
Link: http://trashnetwork.fergusonfoundation.org/event/4996/show

2. Canal Place
RSVP to [email protected]
Link: http://trashnetwork.fergusonfoundation.org/event/4967/show

3. C&O Canal by Mason’s Sports Complex
RSVP to [email protected]
Link: http://trashnetwork.fergusonfoundation.org/event/5057/show

What volunteers should expect:
While we do provide cleanup supplies (bags and gloves) as part of the Potomac Watershed Cleanup, if you have your own gloves,please bring them! Feel free to bring along your own rakes or grabbers too.

Please bring your own water.

Clothes and shoes may get dirty. Wear old clothing that is weather appropriate and bring extra layers. If working near water, waterproof boots or waders may be helpful.

Not all cleanup sites are child-friendly or handicap accessible. Each cleanup site offers different amenities. Contact the site leader or check the notes listed for a specific site to determine site specifics.
Expect moderate work that requires bending over to pick up trash, and walking. Other volunteer jobs such as volunteer check-in and recording data may be less strenuous. Check with your site leader for specific volunteer tasks.

Click the link to the DNR page in article below to search through the list of experts locally!

Hiring Licensed Tree Experts Helps Avoid Scams Hiring Licensed Tree Experts Helps Avoid Scams March 18, 2021 DNR Advises Homeowners Check Tree Contractors Photo by Stephen Badger/Maryland DNR The Maryland Department of Natural Resources cautions homeowners to be alert for non-licensed tree contractors who take money for work that never gets done...

The mystery of the blue flower: nature's rare colour owes its existence to bee vision Through a bee's eyes, blue flowers are more common than you'd think — and they could be used to monitor environmental health.

Please join us for our very popular Spring Garden Series with Ashley Bodkins and Sherry Frick!

To register:

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Deer Resistant Landscaping tiny.one/deerresistant
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Plant trees please!

The MD DNR Forest Service is now accepting reservations for the 2021 Backyard Buffer Program in Garrett and Allegany Counties! Landowners in these counties with a stream, drainage ditch, or other waterway on their property are eligible to receive a packet of 25 tree seedlings for planting on their property. Seedlings will be available for pickup sometime in April. More information will be sent to program applicants once pickup details are finalized. Requests to participate must be received by March 19th (or when the program reaches capacity). Sign up using the Google form below.

https://forms.gle/9Jz8CrbJbuhrqUJF8

Are you between the ages of 18-25 and have an interest in conservation careers, or do you know someone who is? Consider becoming a Chesapeake Conservation Corps Member!!

The Chesapeake Bay Trust anticipates placing 35-40 Corps Members with nonprofit organizations and government agencies throughout the state of Maryland to work full time for a stipend-support year of service
($20,000) beginning on August 17, 2021.

The City of Cumberland Corps Member position will include Forestry and Urban Environmental career experience! Build your resume within three focus areas of the City: Urban Forestry, Watershed Forestry,
and City-Wide Environmental Programs.

Recent graduates seeking environmental careers and
interested in experience working in Western Maryland check
out https://cbtrust.org/chesapeake-conservation-corps/prospective/ for more information.

Please share with anyone you feel would be interested!

Chesapeake Conservation Corps Application Now Open

Looking to launch your career in the environmental field? Or know a young person who is? Young professionals gain experience, vital green career skills, and a network of connections in the environmental field through the Chesapeake Conservation Corps.

The Chesapeake Conservation Corps is a one-year term of paid service that places young adults (ages 18-25) with nonprofits or government agencies to work fulltime in the environmental field. Throughout the year this program provides real-world experience managing projects and programs, leadership and professional development training, mentorship, a support network of young professionals, and other skill-building opportunities including networking and grant writing. Positions offered by host organizations are in the fields of environmental restoration, community engagement, environmental education, sustainable agriculture, energy conservation, and forestry.

The Chesapeake Bay Trust anticipates placing around 35 Corps Members, young adults 18-25, with nonprofit organizations and government agencies throughout the Chesapeake Bay region for a paid year of service ($20,000) beginning on August 17, 2021. There is a Diversity Fellowship opportunity to assist Corps Members with the financial challenge of a stipend year of service in the Corps. The Diversity Fellowship provides an additional $5,000 to 4 Corps Members who demonstrate financial need and identify with an underserved group including but not limited to the list that is provided in the Diversity Fellowship Application Package.

Applications for the Corps Program and the Diversity Fellowship must be submitted through the Trust’s online system by March 4, 2021 at 4:00 pm. To learn more and apply go to https://cbtrust.org/prospective/.

For any questions about becoming a volunteer or about the Chesapeake Conservation Corps, contact Senior Program Officer Tara Drennan, [email protected] or 410-974-2941, ext. 102.

Prospective - Chesapeake Bay Trust “The program really surpassed my expectations. I was able to bond with the other Corps Members, experience other Host Organizations, and my mentor was open and supportive in helping me accomplish my goals and satisfy my vision for the year. I gained a ton of networking skills, organizational skill...

There is even a webinar for the Great Backyard Bird count! https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_8g5Wl0vORlib6RslXn_6VQ

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Watch Birds and Share the Joy: How to Participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar. Winter is a great time for watching birds close to home—there’s even an event built around it. Every February people from around the world spend time watching and counting birds for the Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC). Join the count running from February 12-15, to celebrate the birds near you ...

Get to know your back yard birds by participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count - February 12-15!

Join us February 12–15, 2021 Each year people from around the world come together to watch, learn about, count, and celebrate birds. Join us, February 12-15, 2021.

These guys are one great reason trees are so important in the urban environment!

Minnesota Bird Songs | Minnesota Conservation Volunteer This interactive illustration will help users identify and listen to 24 birds common to Minnesota.

Cumberland's Big Tree Contest 2021! Nominate a BIG tree within the City!

Now that leaves are fallen, many Marylanders will prepare for winter by trimming live trees or removing dead trees. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has a few important suggestions that homeowners should follow before hiring a contractor to do the work.

Only Maryland Licensed Tree Experts should be hired to trim branches and remove trees – they are the only tree care professionals who lawfully can perform this work in Maryland.
https://news.maryland.gov/dnr/2020/11/19/marylanders-reminded-to-hire-licensed-tree-experts/

Marylanders Reminded to Hire Licensed Tree Experts Marylanders Reminded to Hire Licensed Tree Experts November 19, 2020 Make Sure Work is Legal, Safe, and Insured Now that leaves are fallen, many Marylanders will prepare for winter by trimming live trees or removing dead trees. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has a few important suggest...

Enter the Arbor Day Poster Contest!

The Maryland Forest Service, in partnership with Maryland Forest Conservancy District Boards, is sponsoring a poster contest for fifth graders throughout Maryland. Winners will receive a tree planting at their school.

Do you know a creative 5th grader? Encourage them - and their classmates - to get artistic this winter! Kids can share their knowledge by creating a poster with this year's theme: "Trees are Terrific and Forest Products are too!

https://dnr.maryland.gov/Forests/Pages/Arbor-Day-Poster-Contest.aspx

Arbor Day Poster Contest The Maryland Forest Service, in partnership with the Maryland Forest Conservancy District Boards, is sponsoring a “Poster Contest” for 5th grade classes throughout the State of Maryland.​

Maryland State Parks will be offering self-guided hike opportunities across the state from January 1-3, 2021

https://dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/Pages/firstdayhikes.aspx

First Day Hikes Maryland State Parks will be offering self-guided hike opportunities across the state from January 1-3, 2021. First Day Hikes are part of a nationwide initiative led by America’s State Parks that encourages all 50 states to offer outdoor hiking opportunities on the first day of the new year! Join ...

The University of Maryland Extension's Woodland Stewardship Education program offers and shares a variety of webinars, workshops, publications and educational programs for woodland owners, natural resource professionals, and interested citizens across Maryland. Please consider participating in one of these offerings. Additional events are listed on the Event Calendar at http://extension.umd.edu/woodland .

There are three (3) items in this announcement:

1) Woodland Wildlife Wednesday webinar: The importance of landscape-scale forest management to meet the full breeding season needs of eastern forest birds. Offered Wednesday, October 21, 2020, 12 noon - 1:00 PM, Online.

This webinar will discuss the important role private and public forest managers can play in creating and sustaining dynamic forest landscapes for the protection and expansion of habitats for eastern forest birds, such as the golden-winged warbler.This presentation will highlight results of recent studies and share how a partnership is working to implement sustainable forestry practices to improve forest health and recover declining bird populations. Registration is required. For more information, go to https://woodlandwildlife.eventbrite.com.

Previous webinars in this series have covered topics including bear biology, reptile and amphibian conservation, and managing deer. See the complete list and access the recordings at https://extension.umd.edu/woodland/your-woodland/webinar-recordings.

2) Natural Area Management Services Webinar Series: Learn About Expanding Green Industry Services to your Clientele.
Offered on October 22, 29, November 5, & 12, 2020, Online.

Designed for Green Industry professionals such as arborists, landscapers, land managers and more, this 4-part webinar series will increase your knowledge base, add skills and gain an edge over the competition with additional services to offer your clients. A resource manual and specialized checklist tool have been developed for Green Industry professionals to determine which enhancement practices are suitable for the client’s property. For more information and to register through Eventbrite, go to https://go.umd.edu/NaturalAreasServices.

3) New publication available from The Woods in Your Backyard Partnership:

“Woodland Health Practices Handbook: A Practitioner’s Guide for Creating, Enhancing and Maintaining Natural Areas”

https://woodlandhealth.eventbrite.com/

Visit the City's website. Download the Recycle Coach app to have the City's recycling schedule at your fingertips!

http://www.cumberlandmd.gov/236/Solid-WasteRecycling-Collection

Solid Waste/Recycling Collection | Cumberland, MD Review the rules and regulations for solid waste collection provided through the city.

https://naturalhistory.si.edu/events/evening-scott-edwards-bicycling-and-birding-across-america

An Evening with Scott Edwards: Bicycling and Birding Across America As an evolutionary biologist, Harvard ornithology professor Scott Edwards usually spends summers conducting fieldwork in places like Australia and Mongolia. When COVID-19 made international travel impossible, Edwards decided to undertake a lifelong dream and cycle from the Atlantic to the Pacific oc...

We've received so many phone calls regarding the new ordinance about bagging trash - and, in case you are wondering if you are supposed to put recycling in bags, the answer is no...

Just like the photo you see here, all Co-Mingled Containers Recycling (bottles, cans, jugs, etc) are to be rinsed and placed loosely into the recycling bin.

All Mixed Paper Bundles shall be placed on the curb (need not be in a bin). It’s okay if recycling gets rained on, It will still be collected.

It's that easy!

Recycle each and every week in the City! Follow the schedule below.

City Recycling/trash collections remain on schedule during this time. Please visit the City of Cumberland website or call 301-759-6604 for latest information.

Thank you for recycling!!!!

Mon/Tue/Wed (whichever is your first trash day)
*** Co-Mingled Containers Recycling ***
Co-Mingled Containers recycling includes cans, plastic containers/bottles ( #1, #2, #4, #5 & #7) and glass are to be placed in the burgundy recycling tote at your curb on your 1st trash day this week!

Thu/Fri/Sat (whichever is your second trash day)
*** Mixed Paper Recycling ***
Mixed Paper Recycling (bundled and set out beside your trash) Mixed Paper Recycling including newspaper, magazines and catalogs should be bundled and set out next to your trash. Cardboard boxes must be emptied, flattened and folded no larger than 24" X 24".

City of Cumberland Recycling/Trash collections remain on schedule during this time.

Please visit the City of Cumberland website or call 301-759-6604 for latest information.

Thank you for recycling!!!!

From Cumberland City: With the increased use in disinfectant products, wipes and paper towels, the City of Cumberland Utilities Division would like to inform the community to NOT flush disinfectant wipes or wipes of any kind down the toilet.

Items, including wipes labeled by manufactures as “flushable” should never be flushed down the toilet. They do no break up in the sanitary system like toilet paper and can cause sewer back-ups in homes, apartments, and businesses, as well as in the sewer system. These back-ups can require costly plumbing repairs and create an environmental hazard.

The following items are considered trash and should be placed in the trash can (do not flush):

Wipes (baby, disinfecting, personal, etc)
Personal hygiene products​
Paper towels and other disposable cleaning clothes
Facial tissue, Q-tips, Dental floss, etc…

Please only flush toilet paper. Toilet paper is made to break apart after it is flushed.

Did you know that Leap Days are needed to keep our calendar in alignment with the Earth's revolutions around the Sun? It takes the Earth approximately 365.242189 days – or 365 days, 5 hours, 48 minutes, and 45 seconds – to circle once around the Sun. This called a tropical year. Without an extra day on February 29 nearly every four years, we would lose almost six hours every year. After only 100 years, our calendar would be off by approximately 24 days.
📸: Mohammed Mubashir

Area Info – MOS Convention Area Info Cumberland has a rich history, great outdoor venues, and a vibrant dining scene. While you’re here, discover tree-lined streets, small town ambiance and an arts community that will surprise you, tucked away in the Maryland mountains. Click here for visitor information. Welcome to Allega...

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