The Otter Point Creek Alliance

The Otter Point Creek Alliance is the nonprofit organization dedicated to the support of the research, education and conservation goals of the Otter Point Creek Component of the Chesapeake Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve in Maryland. Ways in which the Otter Point Creek Alliance supports the Reserve are by promoting environmental education of school children and the general public, offering volunteer opportunities, supporting research projects, sponsoring college internships, and promoting stewardship and conservation in the Reserve and surrounding area.

You can become a member of the Otter Point Creek Alliance and support the Anita C. Leight Estuary Center and the Otter Point Creek Component.

To become a member or to renew your membership online, click here. Or, fill out and mail an Otter Point Creek Alliance Membership Form to join. Membership benefits include quarterly calendar mailed to your home plus 10% off birthday parties and gift shop purchases. Memberships purchased after 7/16/2017 will no longer receive a 10% discount on programs. Previously purchased memberships will receive a 10% discount on programs until their current membership expires. We are a 501(c) corporation and therefore membership fees are tax deductible.

Membership Types

$8/yr - Senior (62+) or Student

$12/yr - Individual or Senior Couple

$20/yr - Family

$50/yr - Contributing

$100/yr - Sustaining

Otter Point Creek Alliance Officers

President: Sharyn Spray
Secretary: Annette Rolfes
Treasurer: Phil Powers
Board Members: Michele Dobson, Madeline Lovera, Madeline McAlister, Natalie van Breukelen, Andrea Musser, Dan Bennett, and Bob Shakeshaft
Advisory Board Members:
Bryon Bodt, Kriste Garman, and Chris Snow

Click here to download a copy of the 2018 Otter Point Creek Alliance budget.

More Information

Calendar of EventsView all

Halloween Hike and Campfire10/20/2018 @ 6:00 pm-9:30 pmSpend a spooky evening at the park hiking through the woods to discover the creatures of Halloween. Meet these real "scary" critters up close and listen to their tales spun by Halloween characters. After the hike, enjoy music and roasted marshmallows down by our cozy campfire. Pre-register for 1/2 hour time slots to begin hike. Payment at door - Only $7/person!!
Pumpkin Chunkin' Hike10/21/2018 @ 10:00 am-11:30 amHead out on the Discovery Trail to examine the jack-o-lanterns left from the Halloween Hike. Look closely to see what critters have taken up residence. Then, let the biodegradable pumpkin chunkin’ begin!
Tails and Tots10/21/2018 @ 2:00 pm-3:00 pmStory time with a natural twist! Come listen to some stories, learn new songs, and move like the animals. This is a free drop-in program for ages 0 to 6 w/adult.
Nature Playgroup10/22/2018 @ 9:30 am-10:30 amLittle ones and their parents play and learn in the natural world. Stories, songs, simple crafts and discovery outings will highlight each day's theme. Topics: bears, spiders, bird migration, leaves, bats, turkeys
Nature Tots10/22/2018 @ 11:00 am-12:00 pmLittle ones and their parents play and learn in the natural world. Stories, songs, simple crafts and discovery outings will highlight each day's theme. Topics: bears, spiders, bird migration, leaves, bats, turkeys