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 Studies09/27/2017 @ 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.
Good Morning Marsh Kayak09/30/2017 @ 7:30 am-10:00 amIn the natural world the day begins early. Get up with the sun to see who’s “shaking a leg” in the wee hours of the morning, on the water and in the wetlands.
Meet a Critter10/01/2017 @ 1:30 pm-2:30 pmCheck out one of our live critters up close while discovering what makes that animal special.
Nature's Playgroup10/02/2017 @ 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: Fall colors, deer, spiders, foxes, migration, turkeys
Nature Tots10/02/2017 @ 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: Fall colors, deer, spiders, foxes, migration, turkeys