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Living With Nature: Designing a habitat that brings joy to you and the wildlife

18751 Hogaboom Lane
St. Mary's City , 20686

09 Sep 2025

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4:30pm - 6:00pm

ginger.newman-askew@maryland.gov

Events, Members

Living With Nature: Designing a habitat that brings joy to you and the wildlife

18751 Hogaboom Lane
St. Mary's City , 20686

09 Sep 2025

4:30pm - 6:00pm

Overview
Living with Nature: Designing a Habitat That Brings Joy to You and the Wildlife

September 9, 2025 | 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Location: Visitor Center Auditorium, 18751 Hogaboom Lane, St. Mary’s City, MD 20686
Free for HSMC members | Registration required: ginger.newman-askew@maryland.gov

Discover how to transform your outdoor space into a beautiful, sustainable habitat for both people and wildlife. Join Historic St. Mary’s City for a special members-only presentation, Living with Nature: Designing a Habitat That Brings Joy to You and the Wildlife, featuring Kim Hollaway, HSMC’s Grounds Manager and an experienced landscape designer.

In this insightful and engaging talk, Hollaway will introduce the core principles of landscape design, with a focus on native plants, ecological balance, and creating spaces that support biodiversity. Whether you’re a home gardener, nature lover, or simply interested in sustainable landscaping, you’ll gain valuable knowledge to help you plan and maintain your own environmentally friendly garden.

What you’ll learn:

Fundamentals of landscape design and planning

Tips for creating low-maintenance, wildlife-friendly gardens

How to support pollinators and native species in your yard

Real-world examples from Historic St. Mary’s City’s grounds

This free educational event is exclusive to HSMC members. Space is limited—register early to reserve your seat!

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