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Posted September 24, 2024 | Topic: Education
Thursday, 10/17/2024: Book Discussion: Rivers of the Eastern Shore (Choptank, Miles, and Wye Session) (Easton, MD)
Join ShoreRivers for an immersive journey into the history of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, as we explore how its rivers shape our way of life then, now, and in the future. We invite you to a special book discussion featuring the second edition of The Rivers of the Eastern Shore by Hulbert Footner, with a forward…
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Posted September 24, 2024 | Topic: Education
Wednesday, 10/16/2024: Expedition: Moonrise Paddle at Hambleton Island (St. Michaels, MD)
Join Choptank Riverkeeper Matt Pluta and ESSUP (Eastern Shore SUP) for an evening moonrise paddle on the Choptank River. Kayakers and paddle boarders will enjoy the stunning sunset as they paddle on Broad Creek and watch the moonrise from Hambleton Island! This event is open for paddlers ages 18 and up. Paddlers are asked to…
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Posted September 24, 2024 | Topic: Organizational Development
Sunday, 10/20/2024: Rendezvous at the Farmstead (Stevensville, MD)
Rendezvous at the Farmstead guests will enjoy an autumn afternoon on Thompson Creek, celebrating the people and programs of ShoreRivers over casual cocktails and canapés. To add to the festivity, ShoreRivers will present this year’s Award for Environmental Stewardship to William A. Anderson, II for his volunteer leadership and tireless local advocacy. Funds raised through…
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Posted September 4, 2024 | Topic: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, Organizational Development, Professional Development
Deputy Director of HR & Culture – ShoreRivers
ShoreRivers seeks a Deputy Director of HR & Culture to ensure a talented, well-supported team operates with high impact, integrity, and accountability in a collaborative and inclusive work culture. In this newly-created leadership position the Deputy Director of HR & Culture will facilitate organizational growth, sustainability, and effectiveness. The ideal candidate will have personal qualities…
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Posted August 20, 2024 | Topic: Education
Seasonal Field Educator – ShoreRivers
NOW HIRING: Seasonal Field Educator ShoreRivers seeks a seasonal Field Educator to enthusiastically deliver environmental education field trips and classroom lessons to elementary and high school students, inspiring them to care about their local environment and empowering them to make a positive impact. The ideal applicant is an energetic team player who respects children, adults,…
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Posted April 30, 2024 | Topic: Education
Thursday, 08/08/2024: Expedition: Eating Invasives with the Chesapeake Culinary Center (Denton, Maryland)
Join ShoreRivers for an afternoon at the Chesapeake Culinary Center, an innovative food security and culinary center in Denton. Participants will receive a tour of the center and learn how to cook with invasive species. While enjoying your meal of invasive blue catfish, participants will hear from owner Beth Brewster about how to use cooking…
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Posted April 30, 2024 | Topic: Agriculture, Education
Tuesday, 08/20/2024: Expedition: Pizza and Permaculture with the Eastern Shore Permaculture Institute (Galena, Maryland)
Join ShoreRivers for an introduction to permaculture and a tasty cooking demo (with produce fresh picked from the garden by YOU) at The Eastern Shore Permaculture Institute. Tour this tightly packed eco-demonstration site and learn about our community garden, wildflower meadow, raspberry tornadoes, mushroom logs, bees, chickens, greenhouse, cobb pizza oven, Paw Paws, and much…
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Posted April 29, 2024 | Topic: Education
Wednesday, 09/18/2024: Expedition: Learn How to Fly Fish (Galena, Maryland)
Whether you are an experienced fly fisher or a beginner, this expedition is for you! Join ShoreRivers and Chuck Jolly of Rosehill Farm for an afternoon of fly fishing and enjoying the beautiful scenery on a property right next to Mill Creek, a tributary of the Sassafras River. Rosehill fishery is unique because the top…
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Posted April 25, 2024 | Topic: Education
Thursday, 07/25/2024: Expedition: Lotus Paddle with Sassafras Riverkeeper (Kennedyville, Maryland)
Join Sassafras Riverkeeper Zack Kelleher to experience the annual blooming of the American lotus—a hallmark of summertime on the river. If you haven’t experienced North America’s largest wildflower up close, it’s a special tradition each summer that attracts visitors from around the world. This two-hour event is open for 16 paddlers, ages 10 and up….
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Posted April 25, 2024 | Topic: Education
Wednesday, 07/24/2024: Expedition: Wildly Native Tour with Edible Flowers (Chestertown, Maryland)
Come learn about wildflowers with ShoreRivers at Wildly Native Flower Farm. You will learn from this amazing team how to use wildflowers in creative ways (including which are edible) and how to identify the weeds. Participants will also leave with a hand-picked bouquet!
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Posted April 25, 2024 | Topic: Education
Saturday, 07/20/2024: Expedition: Tuckahoe Lake Family Paddle (Ridgely, Maryland)
Join ShoreRivers’ Chesapeake Conservation and Climate Corps member, Autumn Conley, as she leads a paddle at Tuckahoe State Park. This expedition is an interactive, family-friendly, guided paddle/tour. Participants will explore Tuckahoe Creek, a stream bordered by rich marsh and woodland habitat, and learn more about Eastern Shore ecology and history. This two-hour event is open…
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Posted April 25, 2024 | Topic: Habitat Restoration & Conservation
Wednesday, 07/17/2024: Expedition: Farm Tour with Wildlife Artist Jonathan Shaw (Wye Mills, Maryland)
Come visit the 467-acre, preserved Wye Farm near Wye Mills, and enjoy a guided walking tour of 33 acres of wildflowers, pollinators, and successional grasslands so important for breeding birds including quail. Wildlife artist Jonathan Shaw will lead you on an easy walk on well-manicured grass trails, sharing his knowledge of the abundant native wildflowers…
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Posted April 24, 2024 | Topic: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice
Wednesday, 05/01/2024: Expedition: Chestertown Environmental Justice Walking Tour (Chestertown, Maryland)
Join the ShoreRivers’ Community Engagement department as we take a walking tour of Chestertown. The tour will explore environmental justice and the geography of privilege in historic Chestertown. Walking past waterfront homes, hidden streams, and bricks that tell stories, you are sure to learn something new about Chestertown’s past and present relationship with water. The…
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Posted April 24, 2024 | Topic: Education
Saturday, 06/08/2024: Expedition: CBEC Family Wetland Exploration Day (Grasonville, Maryland)
Join ShoreRivers’ Education Department team to explore the wonders of the wetlands at the Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center in Grasonville. This free expedition is designed for families and includes a 15-minute, stroller friendly hike to a riverside wetland where participants will learn about the functions of the wetland and discover the wildlife that depends on…
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Posted April 24, 2024 | Topic: Agriculture
Thursday, 06/20/2024: Expedition: Oksana’s Farm to Table Tour (Chestertown, Maryland)
Join ShoreRivers for an evening on Oksana’s Produce Farm, a small-scale farm located in Chestertown, MD, where they grow a diverse mix of vegetables and herbs on 6.5 acres of river-friendly farm land. Participants will be guided on a tour of the various strategies of crop and land management that benefit the river paired with…
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Posted April 24, 2024 | Topic: Education
Thursday, 06/27/2024: Expedition: Granary Creek Paddle with the Miles-Wye Riverkeeper (Queenstown, Maryland)
Join Miles-Wye Riverkeeper Ben Ford for a morning paddle on Granary Creek in the Wye River. Participants will launch from the Granary Creek Picnic Area on Wye Island and will paddle along a serene creek bordered by woodlands and marsh. Optional post-paddle picnicking is available at the launch site. This two-hour event is open for…
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Posted February 21, 2024 | Topic: Organizational Development
Deputy Finance Director – ShoreRivers
ShoreRivers seeks a Deputy Finance Director to support the organization’s financial operations in implementing high quality programs and facilitating organizational growth and sustainability. Key skills and attributes for this position are integrity, attention to detail, strategic and critical thinking, and interpersonal skills. The candidate must have knowledge of accounting, financial, and business principles. This position…
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Posted February 7, 2024 | Topic: Marketing and Communications
Communications Summer Intern – ShoreRivers
ShoreRivers seeks applicants for an exciting, hands-on summer internship experience in the environmental field, with a focus on organizational communications, based out of our Easton, MD office. Note: If you are a Washington College or University of Delaware student, please see our other internship opportunities. ShoreRivers is a nonprofit organization that protects and restores Eastern…
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Posted December 20, 2023 | Topic: Organizational Development
Database & Development Coordinator – ShoreRivers
ShoreRivers seeks a full-time Database & Development Coordinator to effectively maintain supporter information in the Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT database. As a primary user of database tools, this position supports all staff members with data and analysis that help them focus on their specific areas of expertise, as well as enhance efficiency and collaboration across…
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Posted December 15, 2023 | Topic: Science (Methods, Monitoring, and Evaluation)
Elizabeth Brown Memorial Summer Internship – ShoreRivers, Inc.
Elizabeth Brown was ShoreRivers’ 2015-2016 Chesapeake Conservation Corps Volunteer. She was dedicated to clean water, engaging others with their rivers, and serving as an environmental steward in every way. She brought enthusiasm and joy to every task. Contributions in honor of Elizabeth go toward her legacy of caring for local rivers by supporting the next…
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Posted December 6, 2023 | Topic: Education
Seasonal Educator
ShoreRivers seeks a seasonal Field Educator to enthusiastically deliver environmental education field trips and classroom lessons to elementary and high school students, inspiring them to care about their local environment and empowering them to make a positive impact. The ideal applicant is an energetic team player who respects children, adults, and the environment equally….
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Posted December 6, 2023 | Topic: Education
Seasonal Educator
ShoreRivers seeks a seasonal Field Educator to enthusiastically deliver environmental education field trips and classroom lessons to elementary and high school students, inspiring them to care about their local environment and empowering them to make a positive impact. The ideal applicant is an energetic team player who respects children, adults, and the environment equally….
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Posted August 25, 2023
Seasonal Field Educator – ShoreRivers
ShoreRivers seeks a seasonal Field Educator to enthusiastically deliver environmental education field trips and classroom lessons to elementary and high school students, inspiring them to care about their local environment and empowering them to make a positive impact. The ideal applicant is an energetic team player who respects children, adults, and the environment equally. This…
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Posted August 8, 2023
Database Specialist (part-time) – ShoreRivers
ShoreRivers seeks a part-time Database Specialist to effectively maintain donor and volunteer information in the Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT database. The most critical skills for this position are attention to detail, analytical and problem-solving skills, and an ability to manage short-term and long-term priorities. This position offers an hourly rate of $20 – $24 based…
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Posted August 8, 2023
Community Restoration Coordinator – ShoreRivers
ShoreRivers seeks a Community Restoration Coordinator to manage the River-Friendly Yards and Tree Stewards programs for ShoreRivers, which involve substantial field work and interfacing with volunteers. As part of the Community Engagement department, the Coordinator will help develop a strong and diverse ambassador base for clean water work, mobilize grassroots behavior change, and implement collaborative…
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Posted August 8, 2023
Events & Development Coordinator – ShoreRivers
ShoreRivers seeks an Events & Development Coordinator to join our team and help fulfill our mission to protect and restore Eastern Shore waterways. The position manages ShoreRivers’ events and assists with other development activities. The ideal candidate will be an energetic, outwardly social self-starter who is organized, detail-oriented, and enthusiastic about the environment and the…
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Posted May 5, 2023
Restoration Technician- ShoreRivers
SHORERIVERS SEEKS RESTORATION TECHNICIAN ShoreRivers seeks a Restoration Technician to assist in delivering restoration projects that support our efforts to achieve healthy waterways across Maryland’s Eastern Shore. This is an early career position for someone interested in ecological restoration design. The ideal candidate would have knowledge of both engineering and the ecology and morphology of…
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Posted February 28, 2023
Saturday, 04/15/2023: Educator Workshop: Tidal Wetlands in the Face of Climate Change (Grasonville, MD)
PLEASE NOTE: THIS WORKSHOP IS OPEN TO HOMESCHOOL PROVIDERS, CLASSROOM TEACHERS, AND NON-FORMAL ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATORS. Join us for a day at the Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center, engaging side by side with scientists and educators from Stroud Water Research Center and ShoreRivers as we embark on a hands-on journey exploring the impact of climate change on…
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Posted January 12, 2023
ShoreRivers Seeks “Elizabeth Brown Memorial” Summer Interns
ShoreRivers seeks applicants for an exciting, hands-on summer internship experience in the environmental field, based out of our Easton, MD office. This internship program is supported by the Elizabeth Brown Memorial Fund. ShoreRivers is a nonprofit organization that protects and restores Eastern Shore waterways through science-based advocacy, restoration, and education. With offices in Easton, Chestertown,…
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Posted January 12, 2023
ShoreRivers Seeks Finance & HR Manager
ShoreRivers seeks a Finance & Human Resources Manager to support the organization’s financial operations and human resource needs to facilitate organizational growth, sustainability, and long-term success. Key skills for this position are problem solving, analytical and critical thinking, interpersonal skills, and attention to detail. The candidate must have knowledge of accounting, financial, and business principles,…
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Posted January 12, 2023
ShoreRivers Seeks Community Engagement Coordinator
ShoreRivers seeks a Community Engagement Coordinator to manage volunteer programs and community engagement efforts to achieve our vision of healthy waterways on the Eastern Shore. As part of the Community Engagement department, the Coordinator will help develop a strong and diverse ambassador base for clean water work, mobilize grassroots behavior change, and inspire civic engagement….
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Posted January 12, 2023
ShoreRivers Seeks Miles-Wye Riverkeeper
ShoreRivers seeks a Miles-Wye Riverkeeper to be the primary voice for the Miles and Wye Rivers and Eastern Bay on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, working through the core strategies of advocacy, enforcement, outreach, and scientific water quality monitoring to achieve our vision of clean waterways. The most critical skills for this position are excellent writing and…
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Posted January 12, 2023
ShoreRivers Seeks Education Coordinator
ShoreRivers seeks an Education Coordinator to support our efforts to achieve healthy waterways across Maryland’s Eastern Shore. The Coordinator will provide classroom instruction, conduct student field experiences, and lead teacher professional development workshops for multiple school districts. The ideal candidate for this position is a high-energy team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills and…
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Posted January 12, 2023
ShoreRivers Seeks Restoration Technician
ShoreRivers seeks a Restoration Technician to assist in delivering restoration projects that support our efforts to achieve healthy waterways across Maryland’s Eastern Shore. What will set you apart from other candidates is a willingness to learn, an understanding of the natural and built environment, and an eagerness to work in the outdoors. This position offers…
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Posted September 20, 2022
ShoreRivers Seeks Finance & Human Resources Manager
ShoreRivers seeks a Finance & Human Resources Manager to support the organization’s financial operations and human resource needs to facilitate organizational growth, sustainability, and long-term success. Key skills for this position are problem solving, analytical and critical thinking, interpersonal skills, and attention to detail. The candidate must have knowledge of accounting, financial, and business principles,…
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Posted September 20, 2022
ShoreRivers Seeks Miles-Wye Riverkeeper
ShoreRivers seeks a Miles-Wye Riverkeeper to be the primary voice for the Miles and Wye Rivers and Eastern Bay on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, working through the core strategies of advocacy, enforcement, outreach, and scientific water quality monitoring to achieve our vision of clean waterways. The most critical skills for this position are excellent writing and…
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Posted August 29, 2022
Sunday, 09/18/2022: ShoreRivers Seeks Swimmers and Cyclists (Wye Mills, Maryland)
This fall, swimmers and cyclists have two opportunities to support ShoreRivers while enjoying the beautiful Eastern Shore: the ShoreRivers Ride for Clean Rivers at Chesapeake College on September 18, and the Maryland Swim for Life at Rolph’s Wharf on the Chester River on September 24. Visit ShoreRivers.org/events for information and to register. Plan to pedal…
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Posted July 25, 2022
ShoreRivers Seeks Seasonal Educator (Easton, MD)
ShoreRivers seeks a seasonal part-time Educator seasonal, part-time Educator to enthusiastically deliver environmental education field trips and classroom lessons to elementary and high school students, inspiring them to care about their local environment and empowering them to make a positive impact. The ideal applicant is an energetic team player who respects children, adults, and the…
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Posted May 18, 2022
Tuesday, 06/14/2022: ShoreRivers Celebrates Summer Solstice (Maryland)
Last year, in the midst of the pandemic, ShoreRivers pivoted its annual Summer Solstice Celebration to instead feature small-group outdoor expeditions led by experts presenting particular aspects of our local ecosystem. Back by popular demand, ShoreRivers will again host a slate of exciting and experiential outings, as well as the beloved big-tent party on the…
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Posted May 13, 2022
ShoreRivers Seeks Communications Specialist
ShoreRivers seeks a Communications Specialist to manage and implement our communications strategy—ensuring high quality, professional, on-brand materials and messages through all avenues. The most critical skills for this position are excellent verbal and written communications, excellent interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and organization. This position offers a competitive benefits package and a salary range between…
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Posted April 12, 2022
ShoreRivers Seeks Restoration Designer (Easton, MD)
ShoreRivers seeks a Restoration Designer to assist in delivering restoration and landscape design projects that support our efforts to achieve healthy waterways across Maryland’s Eastern Shore. The ideal candidate will be a driven, energetic professional who is enthusiastic about restoring the natural environment and pursuing a career in restoration design. This is an excellent…
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Posted April 8, 2022
ShoreRivers Seeks Restoration Designer (Easton, MD)
ShoreRivers seeks a Restoration Designer to assist in delivering restoration and landscape design projects that support our efforts to achieve healthy waterways across Maryland’s Eastern Shore. The ideal candidate will be a driven, energetic professional who is enthusiastic about restoring the natural environment and pursuing a career in restoration design. This is an excellent position…
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Posted April 8, 2022
Friday, 04/22/2022: ShoreRivers@Troika Gallery—A Collaborative Show Celebrating Eastern Shore Waterways (Easton, MD)
Troika Gallery is proud to announce the opening of a collaborative show, ShoreRivers@Troika Gallery on Earth Day, April 22, 2022. The new exhibit features select Troika artists depicting the waterways of the Eastern Shore, with a portion of sales supporting the clean water advocacy, restoration, and education work of ShoreRivers. “Having never joined forces with…
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Posted March 30, 2022
ShoreRivers Seeks Volunteers for Project Clean Stream – April 2 to May 26
Trash is everywhere throughout our watersheds. It’s nearly impossible to go anywhere without seeing garbage littering roadways, fluttering through farm fields, floating in ditches and streams, and dirtying parks. This spring, ShoreRivers and volunteers are hosting community trash cleanups as part of Project Clean Stream, a Bay-wide trash cleanup organized by the Alliance for the…
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Posted February 15, 2022
ShoreRivers Calls for Summer 2022 Internship Applicants
ShoreRivers is accepting applications for four paid summer internships: one position based in the Easton office is open to the public, and three positions based in the Chestertown and Galena offices are open to Washington College students. Internships feature a variety of activities including restoration, water quality monitoring, outreach, enforcement, and education. Interns will gain experience and training in scientific…
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Posted January 31, 2022
Saturday, 03/19/2022: Middle and High School Students Invited to Youth Environmental Summit (Chestertown, MD)
Registration is now open for the 2022 Upper Shore Youth Environmental Action Summit. The event is co-hosted by ShoreRivers and the Washington College Center for Environment and Society, and will take place at Washington College’s Gibson Center for the Arts in Chestertown on Saturday, March 19, 2022, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Summit,…
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Posted January 10, 2022
Elizabeth Brown Memorial Summer Internship – ShoreRivers
Contributions in honor of Elizabeth go toward her legacy of caring for local rivers by supporting the next generation of environmental stewards through the Elizabeth Brown Memorial Internship. ShoreRivers seeks applicants for an exciting, hands-on summer internship experience in the environmental field, based out of our Easton office. This internship program is supported by the…
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Posted January 10, 2022
ShoreRivers and Washington College Summer Internship Program
ShoreRivers and Washington College Summer Internship Program Chestertown and Galena, 2022 ShoreRivers seeks applicants for an exciting, hands-on summer internship experience in the environmental field, based in the Chester and Sassafras watersheds. This internship program is provided through a partnership with Washington College, Center for Environment & Society. ShoreRivers is a nonprofit organization that protects…
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Posted January 4, 2022
ShoreRivers Seeks Restoration Designer (Easton, MD)
ShoreRivers seeks a Restoration Designer to assist in delivering restoration and landscape design projects that support our efforts to achieve healthy waterways across Maryland’s Eastern Shore. The ideal candidate will be a driven, energetic professional who is enthusiastic about restoring the natural environment and pursuing a career in restoration design. This is an excellent…
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Posted December 7, 2021
ShoreRivers Seeks Restoration Designer (Easton, MD)
ShoreRivers seeks a Restoration Designer to assist in delivering restoration and landscape design projects that support our efforts to achieve healthy waterways across Maryland’s Eastern Shore. The ideal candidate will be a driven, energetic professional who is enthusiastic about restoring the natural environment and pursuing a career in restoration design. This is an excellent position…
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Posted November 18, 2021
Sunday, November 21, 2021: ShoreRivers Partners with Local Environmental Organizations for EcoFest (Centreville, MD)
Join ShoreRivers, Interfaith Partners for the Chesapeake, and other local environmental organizations from across the Upper Eastern Shore for Queen Anne’s EcoFest at Saint Paul’s Parish in Centreville on Sunday, November 21 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. EcoFest will provide free fun for the whole family. Activities include a free native plant seed giveaway, critter…
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Posted November 4, 2021
Friday, November 19, 2021: ShoreRivers Inspires Action with Wild & Scenic Film Festival (Easton)
ShoreRivers will host its 12th Annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival on Friday, November 19, starting at 7 pm. Like last year, hundreds of passionate environmental advocates will gather online to enjoy a carefully curated slate of award-winning films that reflect a theme of “Resilient by Nature.” General admission tickets are FREE, but donations are…
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Posted October 25, 2021
Saturday, March 19, 2022: Upper Shore Youth Environmental Action Summit Seeks Student Leaders and Sponsors (Chestertown, Maryland)
ShoreRivers and Washington College Center for Environment and Society (CES) will co-host the Upper Shore Youth Environmental Action Summit on Saturday, March 19, 2022, at the Gibson Center for the Arts on Washington College’s campus in Chestertown. The Upper Shore Youth Environmental Action Summit is a student-centric, conference-style experience celebrating environmental action led by local…
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Posted September 9, 2021
Saturday, September 11, 2021: Shaw Bay Raft-Up Concert Featuring the Wye River Band (Easton, MD)
Celebrate the end of summer with the Miles-Wye Riverkeeper and the Wye River Band at the Shaw Bay Raft-Up Concert on Saturday, September 11 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. Begun decades ago by the Eastport Oyster Boys to raise awareness for clean water efforts, this annual on-the-water party will feature music by the Wye River Band this…
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Posted August 3, 2021
Saturday, August 7, 2021: ShoreRivers & CCA Maryland Seek Volunteers to Build Oyster Reef Balls (Easton, MD)
Round one of oyster reef ball builds is on the books for ShoreRivers and the Coastal Conservation Association (CCA) Maryland. Volunteers of all ages came out in July to spend the morning constructing concrete reef balls and then helped unveil them the next day. These reef balls provide essential habitat for oysters and other animals…
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Posted August 3, 2021
Thursday, August 19, 2021: ShoreRivers & CCA Maryland Seek Volunteers to Build Oyster Reef Balls (Easton, MD)
Round one of oyster reef ball builds is on the books for ShoreRivers and the Coastal Conservation Association (CCA) Maryland. Volunteers of all ages came out in July to spend the morning constructing concrete reef balls and then helped unveil them the next day. These reef balls provide essential habitat for oysters and other animals…
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Posted July 14, 2021
Thursday, July 15, 2021: ShoreRivers & CCA Maryland Seek Volunteers to Build Oyster Reef Balls (Easton, Maryland)
ShoreRivers and the Coastal Conservation Association (CCA) Maryland are seeking volunteers of all ages to help construct oyster reef balls that will be placed in the Choptank River to create underwater habitat. CCA Maryland is a nonprofit organization that advocates for, conserves, and educates communities about Maryland’s marine resources. ShoreRivers, a nonprofit organization that restores…
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Posted July 6, 2021
ShoreRivers Seeks Agricultural Specialist
ShoreRivers seeks an Agricultural Specialist to work with the agricultural community, supporting our efforts to achieve healthy waterways across Maryland’s Eastern Shore. The ideal candidate will be a driven, energetic professional who is enthusiastic about restoring the natural environment and pursuing a career in agricultural conservation. The Agricultural Specialist acts as a liaison with the…
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Posted June 30, 2021
ShoreRivers Seeks Development & Events Coordinator (Easton & Chestertown, MD)
ShoreRivers seeks a Development & Events Coordinator to join our team and help fulfill our mission to protect and restore Maryland’s Eastern Shore waterways. The position manages ShoreRivers events and assists with development and communications activities. The ideal candidate will be an energetic, outwardly social self-starter who is organized, detail-oriented, and enthusiastic about the environment…
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Posted June 7, 2021
ShoreRivers Seeks Development & Events Coordinator (Easton, MD)
ShoreRivers seeks a Development & Events Coordinator to join our team and help fulfill our mission to protect and restore Maryland’s Eastern Shore waterways. The position manages ShoreRivers events and assists with development and communications activities. The ideal candidate will be an energetic, outwardly social self-starter who is organized, detail-oriented, and enthusiastic about the environment…
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Posted May 3, 2021
Saturday, May 1, 2021: ShoreRivers Announces 2021 Photo Contest
Do you have a passion for photography or just like to capture special moments with your phone? Do you love your local waterways and want to promote and preserve them? ShoreRivers is pleased to announce its 2021 Photo Contest from May through October, so snap a picture and send it our way! Shore rivers are…
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Posted April 26, 2021
Sunday, June 20, 2021: Embark on a ShoreRivers Solstice Expedition!
Beginning on the Summer Solstice (Sunday, June 20) until June 26, ShoreRivers will host a new kind of Solstice Celebration that offers something for everyone. Instead of one evening under the tent, the week-long celebration will include small-group expeditions, an online auction, and a free livestream concert with Philip Dutton and the Alligators. ShoreRivers is…
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Posted April 12, 2021
Friday, May 7, 2021: Nancy Cordes to Host ShoreRivers State of the Rivers via Zoom
ShoreRivers proudly presents its annual State of the Rivers online via Zoom on Friday, May 7, from 5:00-6:15 pm. Nancy Cordes, CBS News chief White House correspondent, will emcee the live presentation, which will include the official release of the 2020 River Report Card and a Q&A session with the Choptank, Miles-Wye, Chester, and Sassafras Riverkeepers….
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Posted March 29, 2021
Sunday, May 2, 2021: Interfaith Nature Walk (Grasonville, Maryland)
ShoreRivers and Interfaith Partners for the Chesapeake will lead a socially distant Interfaith Nature Walk at the Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center in Grasonville. This is the perfect opportunity to learn more about the connection between faith, our local environment, and the call to care for Creation. This effort is part of a larger movement of…
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Posted March 26, 2021
Thursday, April 22, 2021: Virtual film screening of “Earth Water Woman”
Join us for a virtual film screening of “Earth Water Woman” followed by a panel discussion and celebration of congregations’ stewardship efforts. “Earth Water Woman” is a film that spotlights a community reforestation project in Trinidad and Tobago and its charismatic leader, Akilah Jaramogi. A micro-solution for the macro problem of climate change, this documentary urges…
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Posted March 26, 2021
Saturday, April 17, 2021: ShoreRivers Hosts Project Clean Stream Cleanups
STOP TRASH POLLUTION: JOIN BAY-WIDE CLEANUP EVENTS IN APRIL Trash is everywhere throughout our watersheds—floating in ditches and streams, littering roadways, dirtying parks, and fluttering through farm fields. In April, ShoreRivers and volunteers will host community trash cleanups to help rid our towns, streets, and parks of litter before it reaches our waterways. These events…
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Posted March 26, 2021
Sunday, April 11, 2021: ShoreRivers Hosts Project Clean Stream Cleanups
STOP TRASH POLLUTION: JOIN BAY-WIDE CLEANUP EVENTS IN APRIL Trash is everywhere throughout our watersheds—floating in ditches and streams, littering roadways, dirtying parks, and fluttering through farm fields. In April, ShoreRivers and volunteers will host community trash cleanups to help rid our towns, streets, and parks of litter before it reaches our waterways. These events…
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Posted March 26, 2021
Saturday, April 3, 2021: ShoreRivers Hosts Project Clean Stream Cleanups
STOP TRASH POLLUTION: JOIN BAY-WIDE CLEANUP EVENTS IN APRIL Trash is everywhere throughout our watersheds—floating in ditches and streams, littering roadways, dirtying parks, and fluttering through farm fields. In April, ShoreRivers and volunteers will host community trash cleanups to help rid our towns, streets, and parks of litter before it reaches our waterways. These events…
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Posted March 26, 2021
Saturday, April 10, 2021: ShoreRivers Hosts Project Clean Stream Cleanups
STOP TRASH POLLUTION: JOIN BAY-WIDE CLEANUP EVENTS IN APRIL Trash is everywhere throughout our watersheds—floating in ditches and streams, littering roadways, dirtying parks, and fluttering through farm fields. In April, ShoreRivers and volunteers will host community trash cleanups to help rid our towns, streets, and parks of litter before it reaches our waterways. These events…
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Posted March 11, 2021
ShoreRivers Seeks Community Engagement Coordinator (Easton, MD)
ShoreRivers seeks a Community Engagement Coordinator to manage volunteer programs and support community engagement efforts to achieve our vision of healthy waterways on the Eastern Shore. As part of the Community Engagement department, the Coordinator will help develop a strong and diverse ambassador base for clean water work, mobilize grassroots behavior change, and inspire civic…
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Posted January 29, 2021
Elizabeth Brown Memorial Internship
ShoreRivers seeks applicants for an exciting, hands-on summer internship experience in the environmental field, based out of our Easton office. This internship program is supported by the Elizabeth Brown Memorial Fund. ShoreRivers is a nonprofit organization that protects and restores Eastern Shore waterways through science-based advocacy, restoration, and education. With offices in Easton, Chestertown, and…
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Posted December 12, 2020
ShoreRivers Seeks CAD Technician – UPDATED POSTING
** NEW DEADLINE: January 6, 2021 ** ShoreRivers seeks a Computer Aided Design (CAD) Technician to assist in delivering restoration projects that support our efforts to achieve healthy waterways across Maryland’s Eastern Shore. The ideal candidate will be a driven, energetic professional who is enthusiastic about restoring the natural environment and pursuing a career in…
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Posted November 30, 2020
Computer Aided Design (CAD) Technician- ShoreRivers
ShoreRivers seeks a Computer Aided Design (CAD) Technician to assist in delivering restoration projects that support our efforts to achieve healthy waterways across Maryland’s Eastern Shore. The ideal candidate will be a driven, energetic professional who is enthusiastic about restoring the natural environment and pursuing a career in restoration design. The CAD Technician is directly…
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Posted November 19, 2020
ShoreRivers Seeks Chester Riverkeeper
ShoreRivers seeks a Chester Riverkeeper to act as the lead advocate for the Chester River in our efforts to achieve healthy waterways across Maryland’s Eastern Shore. The Riverkeeper is the primary voice for the river and works through the core strategies of advocacy, enforcement, outreach, restoration, education, and water quality monitoring. The ideal candidate will…
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Posted October 29, 2020
November 20, 2020: Be Inspired by ShoreRivers Wild & Scenic Film Festival
ShoreRivers will host the 11th Annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival on Friday, November 20, starting at 7 PM. Things will look a bit different this year, with hundreds of passionate environmental advocates gathering virtually to enjoy a carefully curated slate of international, award-winning films through an online platform. General admission tickets are FREE this…
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Posted September 25, 2020
ShoreRivers Seeks Education Programs Manager
ShoreRivers seeks a full-time Education Programs Manager to assist in the development, coordination, and delivery of environmental education programming to public and private schools as well as education events with community partners. The ideal candidate will be an energetic, creative, and outgoing individual who is enthusiastic about environmental education and knowledgeable about Maryland public school…
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Posted August 17, 2020
September 20, 2020: ShoreRivers Hosts 16th Annual Ride for Clean Rivers (Wye Mills, Maryland)
With more people and families seeking respite from the indoors, cycling has become an increasingly popular source of exercise and a welcome breath of fresh air. What better way to celebrate the outdoors than by riding on Sunday, September 20, at the 16th Annual Ride for Clean Rivers at Chesapeake College. Riders will enjoy the…
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Posted May 28, 2020
ShoreRivers Seeks Contractual Ag Specialist
ShoreRivers is seeking proposals for one or more Agricultural Restoration Specialists to be hired on a contract basis (on retainer) for three years starting July 1, 2020. Successful candidates will demonstrate an ability to work with landowners and manage large-scale restoration practices. The selected contractor must be able to provide a Certificate of Insurance including…
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Posted April 24, 2020
May 1, 2020: ShoreRivers Presents Virtual State of the Rivers
With data collected by four professional Riverkeepers and nearly 100 citizen scientist volunteers, ShoreRivers proudly presents its annual State of the Rivers and Report Card Release via Facebook Watch Party on Friday, May 1 from 5:00-5:30 pm. A Facebook account is not necessary to participate, simply visit facebook.com/shorerivers. The presentation will also be available at…
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Posted April 17, 2020
August 25, 2020: Stewards for Streams Seeks to Engage Queen Anne’s County Faith Community (Grasonville, Maryland)
ShoreRivers has received funding from the Chesapeake Bay Trust to expand the faith-based conservation program, Stewards for Streams, to Queen Anne’s County congregations. Stewards for Streams is a partnership between two nonprofit organizations: ShoreRivers, which protects and restores Eastern Shore waterways; and Interfaith Partners for the Chesapeake, which has engaged over 300 congregations across Maryland…
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Posted April 17, 2020
August 4, 2020: Stewards for Streams Seeks to Engage Queen Anne’s County Faith Community (Grasonville, Maryland)
ShoreRivers has received funding from the Chesapeake Bay Trust to expand the faith-based conservation program, Stewards for Streams, to Queen Anne’s County congregations. Stewards for Streams is a partnership between two nonprofit organizations: ShoreRivers, which protects and restores Eastern Shore waterways; and Interfaith Partners for the Chesapeake, which has engaged over 300 congregations across Maryland…
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Posted April 17, 2020
July 14, 2020: Stewards for Streams Seeks to Engage Queen Anne’s County Faith Community (Grasonville, Maryland)
ShoreRivers has received funding from the Chesapeake Bay Trust to expand the faith-based conservation program, Stewards for Streams, to Queen Anne’s County congregations. Stewards for Streams is a partnership between two nonprofit organizations: ShoreRivers, which protects and restores Eastern Shore waterways; and Interfaith Partners for the Chesapeake, which has engaged over 300 congregations across Maryland…
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Posted April 13, 2020
April 10, 2020: ShoreRivers Presents Lawn Fertilizer Awareness Campaign
Spring is the time for planting, weeding, and generally sprucing up our yards. Now, during the Governor’s stay-at-home order, is an especially good time to experience fresh air, sunlight, and physical activity to help rejuvenate our yards and ourselves during these strange and difficult times. While enjoying the healing power of the outdoors, ShoreRivers encourages…
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Posted April 1, 2020
May 1, 2020: Accepting Teacher Applications for MWEE Academy (Easton, MD)
MEANINGFUL WATERSHED EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE ACADEMY APPLY BY MAY 1, 2020 ShoreRivers is excited to announce a new environmental education opportunity for teachers in Eastern Shore schools. The Meaningful Watershed Educational Experience Academy (MWEE Academy) is a yearlong program that supports teachers integrating Chesapeake-focused environmental issue investigations into their curriculum using the MWEE framework. WHO CAN…
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Posted February 24, 2020
RFP – Agricultural Restoration Specialist on Retainer
ShoreRivers is seeking proposals for one or more Agricultural Restoration Specialists to be hired on a contract basis (on retainer) for 3 years starting April 1, 2020. Successful candidates will demonstrate an ability to work with landowners and manage large-scale restoration practices. CLICK HERE for full position description and requirements. SUBMISSION PROCEDURE: Proposals will…
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Posted January 23, 2020
February 14, 2020: ShoreRivers Presents 5th Annual Cambridge Film Festival on Valentine’s Day (Cambridge Maryland)
ShoreRivers and Dorchester Citizens for Planned Growth are pleased to host the fifth Cambridge Film Festival on February 14, 2020. This annual festival presents ten short environmental and adventure films that illustrate the beauty of the Earth and the work that communities are doing to protect our increasingly threatened planet. The community is welcome…
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Posted January 14, 2020
Summer Intern- ShoreRivers
Elizabeth Brown Memorial Summer Internship Program 2020 ShoreRivers seeks applicants for an exciting, hands-on summer internship experience in the environmental field, based out of the Easton office. This internship program is supported by the Elizabeth Brown Memorial Fund. ShoreRivers is a nonprofit organization that protects and restores Eastern Shore waterways through science-based advocacy, restoration, and education….
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Posted January 7, 2020
February 5, 2020: ShoreRivers to Host Workshop on Building Resilient Eastern Shore Farms (Princess Anne, Maryland)
On February 5, ShoreRivers will host a free workshop in Princess Anne on building farm resiliency through improved water management and soil health. The workshop is open to the public and will focus on innovative practices that benefit both farm productivity and conservation efforts. Farmers, landowners, and agricultural professionals are encouraged to attend. View the…
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Posted November 25, 2019
ShoreRivers Seeks Education Coordinator
ShoreRivers seeks a part-time Education Coordinator to assist with K-12 classroom curriculum, student field experiences, teacher professional development, and community engagement programming from January-June of 2020. The Education Coordinator reports to the Director of Education & Outreach and works primarily out of the Easton, MD office at the Eastern Shore Conservation Center. This is a…
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Posted October 16, 2019
(Easton, MD) ShoreRivers to Host Wild & Scenic Film Festival November 15
This fall, ShoreRivers joins over 250 organizations across the country to showcase a suite of exceptional films that inform and inspire a deep connection to the environment. The national Wild & Scenic Film Festival is rooted in both environmental activism and an enduring love of nature. On Friday, November 15, prepare to be moved by…
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Posted August 26, 2019
Shaw Bay Raft-Up Concert with Eastport Oyster Boys
Celebrate the end of summer with the Miles-Wye Riverkeeper, ShoreRivers, and the Eastport Oyster Boys at the Shaw Bay Raft-Up Party on Saturday, September 7, from 4-6:30 p.m. This annual on-the-water benefit concert is a must for cruisers of all persuasions. Bring your dinghy, paddle board, kayak, sailboat, or jon boat, and join the floating…
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Posted August 9, 2019
ShoreRivers Hosts 15th Annual Ride for Clean Rivers
On Sunday, September 15, ShoreRivers will host the 15th Annual Ride for Clean Rivers. Ride the beautiful back roads of Talbot and Queen Anne’s Counties in support of ShoreRivers’ work for clean waterways. This is a great way to bring summer to a close surrounded by friends, family, and fellow community members. Register at shorerivers.org before…
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Posted July 3, 2019
ShoreRivers Announces Tour the Shore Kayak Paddle Series
ShoreRivers’ Tour the Shore summer kayak series begins this month, with a monthly paddle on one of four rivers through September. Tour the Shore gives novice and experienced paddlers alike an opportunity to explore creeks and rivers with small groups led by ShoreRivers’ experienced, certified staff. Paddle routes are chosen to highlight the Eastern Shore’s…
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Posted May 29, 2019
ShoreRivers- Development & Events Coordinator
ShoreRivers seeks a Development & Events Coordinator to join our team and help fulfill our mission to protect and restore Maryland’s Eastern Shore waterways. The position manages all ShoreRivers events and assists with development and communications activities. The ideal candidate will be an energetic, outwardly social self-starter who is organized, detail-oriented, and enthusiastic about the…
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Posted May 20, 2019
ShoreRivers Opens Pumpout Boat Season & Begins Bacteria Testing Program
ShoreRivers is pleased to announce an expanded bacteria testing program for the 2019 swimming season. The strain of bacteria sampled, Enterococci, indicates pathogens that may cause human illness. This bacteria can originate from a variety of sources, including failing septic systems, sewer overflows or leaks, poultry and livestock operations, improper disposal from marine tanks, and…
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Posted April 17, 2019
ShoreRivers Presents State of the Rivers Benchmark
ShoreRivers Director of Riverkeeper Programs Matt Pluta conducting water quality sampling, a signature component of ShoreRivers’ operations and the only comprehensive testing of our local rivers currently being conducted. With data collected by four professional Riverkeepers and nearly 100 citizen scientist volunteers, ShoreRivers is proud to present its annual State of Rivers Series and…
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Posted January 14, 2019
Cambridge Wild & Scenic Film Festival – February 15, 2019
SHORERIVERS AND DORCHESTER CITIZENS FOR PLANNED GROWTH PRESENT 4TH ANNUAL CAMBRIDGE WILD & SCENIC FILM FESTIVAL ShoreRivers and Dorchester Citizens for Planned Growth are pleased to host the 4th annual Cambridge Wild & Scenic Film Festival on February 15, 2019. The festival presents six short environmental and adventure films that illustrate the beauty of the Earth…
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Posted January 14, 2019
ShoreRivers- Sassafras Riverkeeper
ShoreRivers seeks Sassafras Riverkeeper to act as the liaison for the Sassafras River in our efforts to achieve healthy waterways across Maryland’s Eastern Shore. The Riverkeeper is the primary voice for the river and works through the core strategies of advocacy, enforcement, outreach, restoration, and water quality monitoring. The ideal candidate will be an energetic,…
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Posted January 11, 2019
ShoreRivers- Summer Internship
ShoreRivers is seeking applicants for an exciting, hands-on summer internship experience in the environmental field. ShoreRivers is a nonprofit organization that protects and restores Eastern Shore waterways through science-based advocacy, restoration, and education. With offices in Easton, Chestertown, and Galena MD, the organization serves as an advocate for the health of our area rivers and…
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Posted October 11, 2018
ShoreRivers Presents 9th Annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival
ShoreRivers is pleased to host its 9th annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival on Friday, November 16, 2018. The festival showcases communities and individuals engaging with issues surrounding their environment. This year the festival will be comprised of eight films highlighting the beauty of our Earth and the work many communities are doing to protect…
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Posted October 4, 2018
ShoreRivers – Director of Development
ShoreRivers is seeking a full-time Director of Development to join our team and help fulfill our mission to protect and restore Eastern Shore rivers and the living resources they support. This is a senior level position, responsible for cultivating and expanding funding sources and developing an effective strategy for environmental philanthropic giving. The ideal candidate…
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Posted September 24, 2018
ShoreRivers – Administrative Assistant
ShoreRivers seeks a full-time Administrative Assistant to support all office functions at our headquarters office in Easton. Successful candidates will be familiar with general office procedures and receptionist tasks, and possess basic-to-advanced computer, email, phone system, and data-entry skills. This position requires interaction with a wide variety of people and organizations. The ideal candidate will…
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Posted September 4, 2018
October Nature Walk Connects Faith and Environment
Join ShoreRivers, an environmental nonprofit, and Interfaith Partners for the Chesapeake (IPC), a faith-based advocacy group, for a Spiritual Nature Walk on Sunday, October 7, from 3-5 p.m. at the beautiful Bolingbroke Park in Trappe. ShoreRivers’ Choptank Riverkeeper Matt Pluta and IPC’s Religious Educator Kolya Braun-Greiner will guide a two-mile walk through the secluded forests…
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Posted September 4, 2018
ShoreRivers Hosts 14th Annual Ride for Clean Rivers
On Sunday, September 16, ShoreRivers will host the 14th Annual Ride for Clean Rivers. Ride the beautiful back roads of Talbot and Queen Anne’s Counties in support of ShoreRivers’ work for clean water. This is a great way to bring summer to a close surrounded by friends, family, and fellow community members. Register at rideforcleanrivers.org…
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Posted August 30, 2018
ShoreRivers – Outreach & Restoration Manager
ShoreRivers seeks an Outreach and Restoration Manager to join our team and help fulfill our mission to protect and restore our rivers and the living resources they support. This position manages the River-Friendly Yards Campaign, coordinates volunteer water quality monitoring programs, and manages restoration projects. The ideal candidate will be an energetic, outgoing individual who…
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Posted May 10, 2018
ShoreRivers Hosts First Annual State of the Chester, Wye, and Eastern Bay
ShoreRivers will host its first annual State of the Rivers presentation focusing on the Chester and Wye Rivers and Eastern Bay on Wednesday, May 16 at the Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center (CBEC), located at 600 Discovery Lane in Grasonville. The event is free and open to the public. Doors open at 5:30 pm for a…
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Posted May 8, 2018
Development & Event Coordinator
ShoreRivers seeks a full-time Development and Event Coordinator to join our team and help fulfill our mission to protect and restore our rivers and the living resources they support. The ideal candidate will be an energetic, outgoing individual who is organized, detail oriented, and enthusiastic about the environment and the communities we serve. The position is located…
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Posted May 8, 2018
Tour the Shore Kayak Series – July 27, Turners Creek
ShoreRivers is taking to the water and invites you to join our annual Tour the Shore guided kayak series on our local rivers. ShoreRivers is an environmental nonprofit whose mission is to protect and restore Eastern Shore waterways through science-based advocacy, restoration, and education. Tour the Shore introduces residents and visitors to our local rivers,…
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Posted May 8, 2018
Tour the Shore Kayak Series – June 22, Cambridge Creek
ShoreRivers is taking to the water and invites you to join our annual Tour the Shore guided kayak series on our local rivers. ShoreRivers is an environmental nonprofit whose mission is to protect and restore Eastern Shore waterways through science-based advocacy, restoration, and education. Tour the Shore introduces residents and visitors to our local rivers,…
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Posted May 8, 2018
Tour the Shore Adventure Series – May 18, Tuckahoe Creek
ShoreRivers is taking to the water and invites you to join our annual Tour the Shore guided kayak series on our local rivers. ShoreRivers is an environmental nonprofit whose mission is to protect and restore Eastern Shore waterways through science-based advocacy, restoration, and education. Tour the Shore introduces residents and visitors to our local rivers,…
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Posted April 17, 2018
ShoreRivers – Development and Event Coordinator
ShoreRivers seeks a Development and Event Coordinator to join our team and help fulfill our mission to protect and restore our rivers and the living resources they support. The ideal candidate will be an energetic, outgoing individual who is organized, detail oriented, and enthusiastic about the environment and the communities we serve. The position is…
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Posted April 13, 2018
Senator Van Hollen to Speak at Inaugural ShoreRivers Event April 20
ShoreRivers will host its annual State of the Midshore Rivers Party on Friday, April 20, 2018 at 5:00 pm. The event takes place at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum (CBMM) in Saint Michaels, Maryland and will report on the current state of the Choptank, Miles and Wye Rivers. Admission is free and open to the…
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Posted April 2, 2018
Senator Van Hollen to Speak at Inaugural ShoreRivers Event April 20
ShoreRivers will host its annual State of the Midshore Rivers Party on Friday, April 20, 2018 at 5:00 pm. The event takes place at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum (CBMM) in Saint Michaels, Maryland and will report on the current state of the Choptank, Miles and Wye Rivers. Admission is free and open to the…
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Posted April 2, 2018
Lawn Fertilizer Awareness Week April 1-8, 2018
Last year, ShoreRivers (formerly Midshore Riverkeeper Conservancy), partnered with over 20 organizations throughout the Chesapeake Bay watershed to provide awareness about lawn fertilizer use. Through these efforts, the organization was able to reach almost 20,000 individuals via social media. A Tool Kit is available at shorerivers.org. For more information, visit the ShoreRivers Facebook page or…
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Posted February 7, 2018
Wild & Scenic Film Festival Comes to Cambridge February 16
ShoreRivers (formerly Midshore Riverkeeper Conservancy) and Dorchester Citizens for Planned Growth (DCPG) are pleased to announce that tickets are still available for the 3rd annual Cambridge Wild & Scenic Film Festival on February 16, 2018. The festival presents seven short environmental and adventure films that illustrate the beauty of the Earth and the work that…
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Posted January 31, 2018
ShoreRivers Seeks Agricultural Specialist
ShoreRivers seeks an Agricultural Specialist to act as the primary liaison with the farming community in our efforts to achieve healthy waterways across Maryland’s Eastern Shore. The ideal candidate will be committed to environmental conservation and have significant experience in agricultural practices and with the farming community on the Eastern Shore. This is a full-time…
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Posted November 15, 2017
ShoreRivers – the Eastern Shore’s Uncompromising Voice for Clean Rivers
ShoreRivers – the Eastern Shore’s Uncompromising Voice for Clean Rivers by Jeff Horstman and Isabel Junkin Hardesty The Eastern Shore’s rivers weave through farmland, forests, marshes and towns on their way to the Chesapeake Bay. Each river is unique, with its own character, but they share in common the fish, crabs, waterfowl and people that…
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Posted May 30, 2017
MRC SEEKS VOLUNTEER CREEKWATCHERS
Midshore Riverkeeper Conservancy (MRC) is seeking volunteers to join our Creekwatchers program on the Wye River, Cox Creek, Crab Alley, and Harris Creek. Creekwatcher teams conduct water quality monitoring at approximately 115 sites on nine rivers and Eastern Bay. Volunteers measure salinity, temperature, water clarity, and dissolved oxygen, and test for nitrogen, phosphorus, and chlorophyll a…
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Posted January 23, 2017
MRC Assists Town of Greensboro with Tree Project
Midshore Riverkeeper Conservancy (MRC) and the Town of Greensboro have formed a partnership to develop and implement the Greensboro Tree Initiative. With a total of $43,247 awarded from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this project will identify opportunities to improve water quality in the Choptank River using…
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Posted January 18, 2017
Junkin Receives Ellen Fraites Wagner Award
Tim Junkin, founder of Midshore Riverkeeper Conservancy (MRC), was the recipient of Chesapeake Bay Trust’s 2017 Ellen Fraites Wagner Award for Chesapeake Bay Stewardship. Pictured at the awards ceremony are, Junkin (with beard) surrounded by MRC staff members (left to right) Elle O’Brien, Tim Rosen, Kristin Junkin, Matt Pluta, Suzanne Sullivan and Sarah Boynton. Photo…