HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday thru Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m.
Anita C. Leight Estuary Center's
"Volunteer of the Year" Program
Nominations Accepted April 1 to June 1
What Is the Program?
The program is an annual process, organized and created by the Otter Point Creek Alliance (OPCA) Board to give the ACLEC community a way to recognize, enhance the prestige of, and publicly reward adult (18 and over) and junior (17 and under) volunteers for exceptional, outstanding service.
Why Was it Created?
To recognize special volunteer(s) who give of their time and resources to increase awareness, stewardship and appreciation of the estuarine environment and of the ACLEC and its programs.
Who is Eligible?
All who volunteer at ACLEC.
Who May Nominate?
All members, volunteers, staff, and program participants of ACLEC and OPCA. You may remain anonymous if you wish.
When May Nominations be Made?
Nominations are accepted from April 1 to June 1, annually.
How Do You Nominate?
Complete an "Application for Nomination" or submit a one page, double-spaced letter outlining duties, contributions, special traits, and the reason why the person nominated should be the Volunteer of the Year. Applications are available on the website, www.otterpointcreek.org, or at the Center. Applications or nomination letters may be emailed (aclec@harfordcountymd.gov), faxed (410-612-0819), or mailed (700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon, MD 21009) to the Estuary Center .
Where Will Recipients be Recognized?
At the annual Volunteer Appreciation Picnic.
Calendar of EventsView all
- iNaturalist Trek - Cancelled05/30/2020 @ 10:00 am-11:00 amTap into your inner naturalist! Use the iNaturalist app while searching Leight Park for interesting plants and animals and help us collect biodiversity data. Learn how you can utilize this program on other outdoor adventures.
- Wildlife Explorers - Cancelled05/30/2020 @ 10:30 am-11:30 amWith a naturalist as your guide, discover the changes that take place in Leight Park throughout the spring. Observe the weather, the growing plants, and the animals that live here. *Program developed by the National Recreation and Park Association*
- Kids 'n Kayaks - Cancelled05/30/2020 @ 1:00 pm-3:00 pmLearn beginner paddling strokes and techniques and take a short tour of the creek while using your new skills.
- Date Night Dinner Cruise - Cancelled05/30/2020 @ 6:00 pm-7:30 pmRelax with your sweetie while floating down the Bush River. Savor a delicious dinner as the sun slips toward the horizon and the creek settles into evening. *Meet at Estuary Center
- Tie Dye with Nature - Cancelled05/31/2020 @ 2:00 pm-3:30 pmWalk the trails and find art inspiration! Collect natural items to use for a tie dye activity. Bring your own white t-shirt for dyeing.
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