Izaak Walton League of America Bethesda-Chevy Chase Chapter

02/04/2022

The B-CC IWLA YouTube has been refreshed and relaunched since its creation a few years ago

Enjoy the videos, subscribe to the chapter's YouTube channel, and check back often for new content !!!!

Two important chapter videos have been posted to the site:

• "Fi****ms, Conservation, and Leadership" - the keynote presentation to the 2013 Izaak Walton League of America National Convention

• "An Interpretive Walk in the Woods" - an instructional aid compiled for the chapter for Poolesville High School students in the Global Ecology Program

01/14/2022

Izaak Walton League - A Century of Conservation Leadership

The Izaak Walton League of America turns 100 TODAY !!!

The Izaak Walton League of America was founded 100 years ago today on January 14th, 1922 !!!

In celebration, IWLA National has released the following short video that tells the story of the league’s founding & accomplishments: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZSKkv5UNFvw

Over the past 100 years, the Izaak Walton League of America has been an extraordinary champion and defender of the nation's soil, air, woods, waters and wild...

10/17/2021

The American Chestnut Was Wiped Out A Century Ago. Could It Make A Comeback?

The B-CC IWLA conservation farm is home to not 1 but 2 groves of chestnut seedlings as part of the nationwide effort to breed American Chestnut trees that are more blight-resistant

Chestnut trees once dominated forests throughout the East Coast (including the D.C. region). Now they're gone, except for small saplings.

09/14/2021

September is Tree Stand Safety Awareness Month. Tree stand accidents are the leading cause of hunter injuries in Maryland. If you are hunting from an elevated platform, you must be familiar with and wear a full-body harness!
To ensure you and your fellow hunters are safe, visit the following link for tree stand safety tips.
https://dnr.maryland.gov/nrp/Pages/treestand_tips.aspx

08/31/2021

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Are you ready for the season? Find out what you need in order to hunt at B-CC IWLA

https://bcciwla.org/2021/08/get-ready-for-hunting-season/

08/24/2021

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Mark your calendars! Wednesday, September 1st marks the first day of Dove Season and our annual dove hunt with a cookout following. As always, the farm committee has done a meticulous job this year to ensure our fields are prepped for the season!

https://bcciwla.org/2021/08/opening-day-dove-hunt/

08/19/2021

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Montgomery County Fair – Bethesda-Chevy Chase Chapter of the IWLA

Need work hours before September 1st? Here is a good way to claim some!

18 Aug VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Montgomery County Fair 0 CommentJoe TrotterActivities, Our Chapter, Volunteer Subject to county guidelines, it looks like the Montgomery County Agricultural Fair is on for this year. The fair starts on August 13, 2021 and runs through August 21, 2021. We are looking for...

08/18/2021

Due to inclement weather, the Apollo Archery Program will be postponed to next Wednesday, 6pm-7:30pm.
All current and veteran service members, their families and caregivers are welcome to join our Range Officers for free instruction and light refreshments.

08/04/2021

Last night B-CC IWLA Archery hosted about 25 kids and about as many parents at the Youth Archery Program. What a treat to see the next generation of Ike archers take their first shots!
John Gorney and Scott and Ryan Binder were phenomenal instructors for all, and a special thanks to Elena Naum and Beau Schweikert for their administrative and culinary aid.
We are looking forward to the next two events!

06/21/2021

While on patrol, Officer First Class Owens observed a turtle in the middle of the road in Ridge, Maryland. OFC Owens activated his lights and safely exited the vehicle to help the turtle cross the road.

During this time of year, wild turtles can often be seen crossing roads. We urge drivers to use caution when driving. For more information please visit:
https://news.maryland.gov/dnr/2021/06/04/marylands-wild-turtles-are-on-the-move-2/

06/11/2021

The APOLLO ARCHERY PRORAM begins this month.
Apollo Archery will provide archery instruction and experiences to current and former military members.
Our partnership with Walter Reed National Medical Center through the USMC and Army will help us give something back to those who give so much to us all.
6pm-7:30pm on the third Wednesday of every month, rain or shine

06/11/2021

3-D Archery
Tomorrow and Sunday the Archery Woods are open for archers from 9am-1pm
Instruction will not be available tomorrow due to Scout Merit Badge Seminar, but will resume on Sunday

06/11/2021

Archery Merit Badge Clinic
Saturday, June 12th starts at 9am
Deborah and her staff have filled all registration slots for this session. Tomorrow will be a very busy day at the Archery Compound with the scouts, but 3-D Archery will be hosted as usual.

06/08/2021

A Warning About Ticks – Bethesda-Chevy Chase Chapter of the IWLA

Ticks are very prevalent in our region and, since they can transmit serious diseases, they are one of the biggest potential health threats one may encounter while enjoying the outdoors. Read more!

05 Jun A Warning About Ticks 0 CommentJoe TrotterActivities, Chapter House, Conservation, Facilities & Grounds Ticks are very prevalent in our region and, since they can transmit serious diseases, they are one of the biggest potential health threats one may encounter while enjoying the outdoors. Not...

05/31/2021

On this solemn day of remembrance, the B-CC IWLA Archery Committee is proud to announce the commencement of our new APOLLO ARCHERY PROGRAM, providing archery instruction and experiences to current and former members of the United States Armed Services and their families.
Please keep following for schedule updates to be announced this June.

05/22/2021

Ready for the chapterhouse opening next Friday the 28th

05/21/2021

License Free Fishing Days are Right Around the Corner!

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources announces upcoming license-free fishing days for 2021 on June 5, June 12, and July 4 — a free option to explore Maryland’s diverse and unique fishing experiences without needing a fishing license, trout stamp, or registration.

https://go.usa.gov/xHSxT

05/17/2021

Bethesda-Chevy Chase Chapter of the IWLA – Conservation Sportsmen & Sportswomen

According to DNR, young black bears are moving through Montgomery County in search of other bears to socialize with

MD DNR's advice is to be calm, give the bears their space, and notify authorities so that they can monitor the bears

This time of year, bears are on the move, so they won't hang around long. However, they likely won't pass up an easy meal along the way, so reconsider cooling blueberry pies on your deck

https://wtop.com/montgomery-county/2021/05/multiple-bear-sightings-in-potomac/

Conservation is our mission. The National IWLA pledge is “To strive for the purity of water, the clarity of the air, and the wise stewardship of the land and its resources; to know the beauty and understanding of nature, and the value of wildlife, woodlands and open space; to the preservation of t...

05/14/2021

A public/private conservation relationship helps protect the Bay from invasive species of fish !!!

Find out more from the MD DNR at the following link: https://news.maryland.gov/dnr/2021/05/13/invasive-fish-from-conowingo-dam-donated-to-food-banks-science/

04/22/2021

Happy Earth Day 2021 from the B-CC IWLA to our neighbors in Poolesville, MD, our chapter members in Maryland, DC, Virginia, Pennsylvania, & beyond, all IWLA chapters nationwide, and the greater community of conservationists everywhere !!!

04/06/2021

I probably bought a much older copy of this book at an elementary school book fair. "Diary" is an easy-reading narrative with a fistful of descriptions and diagrams that can be converted into lessons about living with nature and even into woodcraft projects

I still want to make a swimming hole by building a wooden dam (don't try this at home!)

"Diary of an Early American Boy" may drive a slim wedge between kids who read it and their electronics 🤓

03/07/2021

Pictures cannot do today justice!

Groups in compliance with local COVID-19 guidelines were active all over the B-CC IWLA conservation farm today enjoying:

- Hiking the trails
- Running their dogs in the fields
- Tending the fields under cultivation
- Fishing the ponds
- Enjoying the shooting sports on the ranges
- Picnicking under the bluebird sky

Best day of 2021 so far!

03/04/2021

Who's ready to go for a walk in the woods?

03/02/2021

Vegetable Garden Update – February 2021 – Bethesda-Chevy Chase Chapter of the IWLA

The days are growing longer and even without warmer temperatures yet, gardeners are eagerly anticipating and planning for the next growing season. At B-CC IWLA we have an active gardening community, full of members who enjoy the opportunity to play in the soil. Want to rent a garden plot? Here's how.

12 Feb Vegetable Garden Update – February 2021 0 CommentJoe TrotterFacilities & Grounds, Gardens Larry Anderson240 246-5302 [email protected] Pat Tarquinio [email protected] The days are growing longer and even without warmer temperatures yet, gardeners are eagerly anticipating and planning fo...

02/26/2021

Who's ready for spring?

02/25/2021

Wildlife Report – February 2021 – Bethesda-Chevy Chase Chapter of the IWLA

The 2020-2021 deer season has drawn to a close, and by all accounts, we had a pretty good year on our farm. Check the link for more info!

13 Feb Wildlife Report – February 2021 0 CommentJoe TrotterConservation, Hunting, Our Chapter, Wildlife The 2020-2021 deer season has drawn to a close. By all accounts, we had a pretty good year on our farm. 24 deer were reported taken on our farm, about a normal number (16-25) that get reported e...

02/24/2021

Woodland Wildlife Wednesday: A Look at Maryland’s Snakes (VIDEO) – Bethesda-Chevy Chase Chapter of the IWLA

Ever wonder what slithers around Maryland’s forests?

22 Feb Woodland Wildlife Wednesday: A Look at Maryland’s Snakes (VIDEO) 0 CommentJoe TrotterVideo, Wildlife Ever wonder what slithers around Maryland’s forests? If you want to learn more about our state’s snakes, check out this video from the University of Maryland Extension – Woodland Stewa...

02/23/2021

Archery Range Report –February 2021 – Bethesda-Chevy Chase Chapter of the IWLA

There are a lot of great programs coming to the B-CC IWLA archery range! Learn more about our upcoming tree-stand practice platform install, bowhunting seminar, fletching / stringing seminar, Youth Archery Course, Military Veteran Archery Program, and many infrastructure improvements.

13 Feb Archery Range Report –February 2021 0 CommentJoe TrotterArchery Range, Ranges Jack Mandel, Committee Chair [email protected] We had a productive Archery ZOOM Committee Meeting the last week of January. The next Committee Meeting is scheduled for March 2nd at 7:30pm. All members are we...

02/22/2021

Local Event: Hometown Habitat – Stories of Bringing Nature Home – Bethesda-Chevy Chase Chapter of the IWLA

The Izaak Walton League of America is partnering with the Muddy Branch Alliance, the City of Gaithersburg, and the Chesapeake Bay Trust to host a film screening and discussion panel for Hometown Habitat – Stories of Bringing Nature Home. The event will feature a follow-up panel discussion featuring experts in regenerative landscaping and stormwater management. We encourage you to attend both events but attendance at both is not required to participate in one or the other.

22 Feb Local Event: Hometown Habitat – Stories of Bringing Nature Home 0 CommentJoe TrotterConservation, Video The Izaak Walton League of America is partnering with the Muddy Branch Alliance, the City of Gaithersburg, and the Chesapeake Bay Trust to host a film screening and discussion panel for H...

02/19/2021

It may be a bit chilly outside, but the farm is as beautiful as ever!

02/18/2021

Black Powder Clinic

Did you receive a black powder firearm as a present and don’t know what to do with it? Are you ready to test your skills against others in the afternoon shooting match and compete for prizes? Don’t miss out on this marvelous opportunity for knowledgeable instruction, loads of fun, and the unique smell of black powder smoke at our Black Powder Clinic!

Click here to learn more: http://bcciwla.org/2021/02/black-powder-muzzleloader-event-2021/

02/16/2021

Looking For a Scholarship? – Bethesda-Chevy Chase Chapter of the IWLA

Looking for a scholarship? The IWLA National Conservation Scholarship annually supports rising junior and senior college undergraduates from recognized conservation or environment-related degree programs. Click to read more and find out how to apply!

13 Feb Looking For a Scholarship? 0 CommentJoe TrotterConservation, Membership, Our Chapter Dear Members: Established to promote conservation leadership among future natural resource managers and professionals, the IWLA National Conservation Scholarship annually supports rising junior and senior col...

02/14/2021

The Great Backyard Bird Count is Here! – Bethesda-Chevy Chase Chapter of the IWLA

The Great Backyard Bird Count is here! Spend at least 15 minutes observing and counting the birds in your backyard or neighborhood. Click the link to find out how to easily report your results and how your contribution helps scientists across the nation.

http://bcciwla.org/2021/02/the-great-backyard-bird-count-is-here/

13 Feb The Great Backyard Bird Count is Here! 0 CommentJoe TrotterActivities, Conservation, Facilities & Grounds, Wildlife Participate in the 24th Great Backyard Bird Count organized by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, the National Audubon Society, and Birds Canada. Spend at least 15 minutes a day, o...

02/13/2021

The cabin looks mighty cozy in the snow! Big thanks to our members working on restoring this piece of history.