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Finding a Plant in a Concrete Jungle

In strictlybaltimore on December 4, 2012 at 9:45 am

Flower

Baltimore Green Space

In this concrete jungle it is rare that you see plants and vegetables growing in your neighborhood.

But with Baltimore Green Space they are looking to change that one neighborhood at a time.

Baltimore Green Space, a nonprofit land trust, preserves and supports community gardens and community-managed open spaces. Founded in 2007 they have expanded to three locations, one in Upper Fells Point, Duncan Street, and Pigtown.

Community-managed gardens and open spaces contribute positive effects to the community. An empty abandoned lot will transform an eye sore in to one of the prides of the community. Which will also increase the property value of your house.

While the Baltimore Green Space assists with protecting and preserving the community lot, it is up to the community to nurture and maintained. This is done through a community partner to maintain the quality of the green space which bond the community together.

They are always looking for assistance and locations to expand. If you have or know of an open space in your area that you would like to preserve please let them know. You can also volunteer your time or donate to the land trust.

When was the last time you watered a plant or stopped to smell a rose?


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The Sierra Club – Enjoy the Great Outdoors Around Baltimore With the Locals

In strictlybaltimore on September 21, 2012 at 5:19 pm

English: mountain hiking in Hibiny (North Russ...

Stop and Smell the Roses…

Then Grab a Beer or Two!

Looking to go outside and enjoy the great outdoors but don’t know where to go or if there’s a club to join?

Consider joining the Greater Baltimore Group of the National Sierra Club (the Sierra Club for short). They have several events a week where you get to socialize and enjoy the best hiking trails of Baltimore and its surrounding areas. Other than hikes they also have social where people can get together and hang out and share a beer or two.

They have a calendar of upcoming events on their main website that are updated often. They have multiple events posted each month. Most events cost little to no money at all and it’s great exercise. If your thinking of joining any of the activities contact the host of the event for exact meeting times and places.

Be one with nature.

Meet new people.

Join the Sierra Club