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Howard County Watershed Stewards Academy

Welcome

Our Mission is to increase the number and diversity of trained volunteers who become Master Watershed Stewards. These Stewards have the knowledge and skill required to enhance the health of our local streams, rivers, and lakes. Master Watershed Stewards also work with their community to provide the best storm water management practices.

2025 Contributions Included

  • Completed Projects: Community Outreach; Conservation Landscapes;
    Stream Assessment/Live Stake Planting; Neighborhood Source Assessments;
    Homeowner Site Assessments
  • Number of Plants Planted: 2,000 plants, 24 trees and shrubs
  • Number of Individuals Educated: 3,500
  • Number of Volunteer Hours: 1,510
  • Number of Rain Barrels: 122

Become a Master Watershed Steward


Map with Location indicators
Locations of homeowner’s helped throughout the County

Erosion along fence line

Erosion Problems?

Stormwater Issues?

Free Help Available!

Sign-ups for Neighborhood and Homeowner Interview and Assessments will return in the Spring.

Teachers can receive 5 MSDE credits for completing the WSA Certification.

WSA Partnership Engages Students in Environmental Stewardship --
WSA representatives will provide volunteers and support school efforts to apply for and maintain Green School designation. WSA will also offer professional learning sessions or consultations for teachers on storm water management and related topics.

Stream Wader Information

Local Events Calendar

Latest Posts

  • Howard County Native Landscaping Tours, a Rousing Success!01/19/2026
  • Maryland Sea Grant Extension’s Community Value12/09/2025
  • Community Program Contributed to Improved Local Stream Health12/05/2025
  • Coming Fall Semester 202506/29/2025
  • Garden Tours06/12/2025
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WSA DEIR Policy
Understanding that environmental injustices and the resulting land, water, and air pollution disproportionately affect under-served communities, the Howard County Watershed Stewards Academy is committed to seeking solutions through the promotion of Diversity, Equality, Inclusion, and Respect throughout our organization and program.

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