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

Plankton Monitoring Studies08/22/2018 @ 10:00 am-12:00 pmOur plankton citizen science project is a great opportunity for science-minded individuals to contribute to monitoring and research at the Center. Help is needed with collection, identification, and analysis of plankton samples. Interested individuals should contact the Center for introductory training.
Members Only - Early Migrants Paddle08/25/2018 @ 9:00 am-11:30 amTwo months past the longest day of the year, shortening days and cooler nights are signaling “time to pack up and fly south” to the earliest migrators of the avian world, as well as migratory butterflies and dragonflies. Mosey across the creek and through the marsh in search of some of these “early birds”.
Critter Dinner Time08/25/2018 @ 1:30 pm-2:30 pmWatch our turtles, amphibians and snakes eat while learning about these fascinating creatures.
Invasinators08/25/2018 @ 2:30 pm-4:30 pmBecome a part of the volunteer team of invasive plant removers and native plant restorers. Learn why non-native invasive plants are a threat to our ecosystem, how to identify problem plants, and removal and restoration strategies. Wear sturdy shoes, long sleeves, and work gloves for field work in the Reserve each meeting date.
Tails and Tots08/26/2018 @ 2:00 pm-3:00 pmStory time with a natural twist! Come listen to some stories, learn new songs, and move like the animals.