Stream Recons [ongoing]

Stream Cleanups [ongoing]

During 2007, our members and other volunteer friends were
responsible for removing over 35 tons of trash throughout the Patapsco River Valley area. Thirty separate FPVHG sponsored
clean-ups were conducted based on past recons and stream watch reports of problem areas. Clean-ups were conducted in Cooper's Run, Deep Run, Herbert Run, Miller Branch, Patapsco River, Sawmill Branch, Soapstone Branch, Sucker Branch and Tiber Hudson Branch. Our volunteers groups include: boy and girl scout troops, church groups, community and civic groups, college students, public school students and hundreds of individuals who came
out just to help make a difference! Thanks to our 696 volunteers,
approximately 71,272 pounds of trash was removed. Click here for additional details on upcoming events and contact information.

Tree Plantings [ongoing]

Grist Mill Trail Extension [1999-2006]
The Friends of Patapsco Valley and Heritage Greenway in cooperation with the Maryland Department of Natural Resources held a Ribbon Cutting to celebrate the completion of the last link of the Grist Mill Trail Extension November 4, 2006 at the Patterson Viaduct, Ilchester. Our press release and a fact sheet are also available. A photo of the new bridge is available click here.

Interpretive Signage

Completed Viaduct and Hotel Signs [2006]
Create a PHG Display Panel [2006]

Library of Congress Local Legacy [1997-2000]


Past Performances

A Winter's Feast - Patapsco State Park Hollofield Area [2007]
Blackberry Ramble
Story Circles
Patapsco Players


Publications [ongoing]

Management Study
The Hal Sharp Book
Patapsco Heritage Trail map for Avalon (5.1 MB pdf)


Annual Garlic Mustard Challenge
Invasive Plant Removal Patapsco State Park Avalon Area was held Sunday, May 6, 2007 and will be held Sunday May 5, 2008. click here for details.

Develop an Endowment Program [2005]