Support the OPCA

The Otter Point Creek Alliance is a non-profit 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. Click here for more information on the OPCA and to download a membership form.

DONATE TO THE OPCA

Monetary donations can be made online with your credit card using our secure system, and are tax-deductible. Click on the button below to make a donation.

Otter Point Creek Alliance Amazon Wish List

The Estuary Center now has an Amazon Wish List with things we need to help around the Center with programs and activities. It’s really easy to use! Just select something from the list, pay for it, and it will be delivered directly to the Estuary Center. Purchases may be tax-deductible, just contact the Estuary Center to get a tax receipt after your purchase is delivered. Thank you for your support!

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Plankton Monitoring Studies01/23/2019 @ 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.
If a Woodchuck Could Chuck...01/26/2019 @ 10:30 am-12:00 pmThrough story, play and craft, learn about groundhogs and why there is a day honoring them.
Critter Dinner Time01/26/2019 @ 1:30 pm-2:30 pmWatch our turtles, amphibians and snakes eat while learning about these fascinating creatures.
Family Paint Night at Leight01/26/2019 @ 6:00 pm-7:30 pmFollow along on this guided paint night while enjoying hot cocoa, hot cider and cookies. All ages are welcome!
Hibernation Hideaway01/27/2019 @ 1:00 pm-2:00 pmFind out which animals make a nice comfy bed to sleep away the winter and what those hideouts look like. Afterwards, build your own cozy fort in which to curl up and read a story while inside the Estuary Center. Hot chocolate included.