Our inaugural Discover the Heart of Maryland event could not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors and the dedication of Catoctin Land Trust. Our sponsors’ commitment to conservation, community, and environmental stewardship will help bring together landowners, local organizations, and community members for an afternoon of connection, education, and celebration in the Heart of Maryland on July 25, 2026, from 1-3 pm at Antietam Creek Vineyards.
Appalachian Landscape Sponsor ($5,000+)
We are incredibly grateful to Chaberton Energy, our Appalachian Landscape Sponsor, for their generous support of Discover the Heart of Maryland. Chaberton Energy brings renewable energy projects to local communities with a commitment to creativity, excellence, and humanity. These core values guide everything they do, from collaborating with community members and business partners to developing projects that create lasting, positive impacts. Their dedication to building strong relationships while advancing sustainable energy reflects the collaborative spirit of this event. Thanks to their support, we are able to bring together conservation organizations, landowners, and community members to celebrate the landscapes that make the Heart of Maryland so special. We sincerely appreciate Chaberton Energy’s partnership and their investment in both our communities and the future of conservation.
Forest Steward Sponsor ($2,500)
A heartfelt thank you to Earth, our Forest Steward Sponsor, for helping make Discover the Heart of Maryland possible. Earth is reimagining funeral care by offering soil transformation, a natural, regenerative process that allows a person’s final act to contribute to the health of the planet. Guided by a team of funeral professionals, scientists, and engineers, Earth is committed to creating environmental end-of-life options that align with modern values and foster a deeper connection between people and nature. Their mission to intertwine end-of-life care with land conservation reflects the same spirit of stewardship that brings our event together. We are grateful for Earth’s sponsorship and for their investment in a future where communities and natural landscapes can thrive together.
Friend of the Heart of Maryland Sponsor ($250)
We are also pleased to recognize the Family Forest Carbon Program, our Friend of the Heart of Maryland Sponsor. Developed by the American Forest Foundation and The Nature Conservancy, the Family Forest Carbon Program works with family forest owners to improve forest health, address climate change, and support local communities. By making carbon markets more accessible to landowners with properties as small as 30 acres, the program provides opportunities for families to earn income while implementing climate-positive forest management practices. Through collaboration with scientists, foresters, landowners, and local organizations, the Family Forest Carbon Program is helping ensure that family-owned forests continue to play a vital role in conserving our natural resources for future generations. We are grateful for their partnership and their commitment to empowering landowners and advancing conservation across our region.
Thank You!
To all of our sponsors, thank you for believing in the mission of Discover the Heart of Maryland and for helping make this event a success. Your partnership strengthens conservation efforts throughout our region and supports opportunities for landowners and communities to learn, connect, and make a lasting impact. We are grateful for your generosity and look forward to continuing our work together to conserve and enhance the landscapes that make the Heart of Maryland such a special place.