Coastal Conservation Association Of Maryland Annapolis Chapter - Habitat Today For Fish Tomorrow

The Coastal Conservation Association (CCA) of Maryland's Annapolis chapter is making a significant impact on the Chesapeake Bay, and we’re not slowing down anytime soon! We are a group of passionate volunteers dedicated to keeping the bay healthy and thriving for future generations.

Whether you're a professional angler or just starting out, the Annapolis chapter offers a variety of educational events (Anglers' Night Outs) to help you hone your skills. The most recent Anglers' Night Out featured a seminar on fishing for the invasive snakehead, and previous events have included seminars on effectively using boat electronics to locate fish.

The Annapolis chapter has become a go-to organization for anyone who cares about the Chesapeake Bay. We have been involved in various projects, from restoring oyster populations to advocating for cleaner water and more sustainable fishing practices. The chapter has been instrumental in planting millions of oysters in the bay, which helps filter the water and provide habitat for marine life.

In the community, CCA Maryland collaborates with Busch Library in Annapolis and both Calvert and Carroll County public schools to build artificial reefs. In Calvert County, every fifth-grader has participated in the Living Reef Action Campaign (LRAC) over the last three school years. Community support makes it possible for CCA Maryland to continue working with local students to build “Habitat Today for Fish Tomorrow,” CCA’s flagship campaign.

Beyond our hands-on work, our chapter also focuses on advocacy. We’re not afraid to speak up when it comes to protecting Maryland’s coastal resources, often working to support legislation that reduces pollution and safeguards wetlands. We also emphasize educating the public and getting people involved in conservation efforts.

Engaging the communities on the Severn and Magothy rivers is what it’s all about. We want everyone to feel connected to the bay and to understand how important it is to protect it.

If you’re motivated to support our efforts or just want to learn more about becoming a better angler, we would love to have you in our chapter.

A great upcoming event is our annual chapter banquet. This year, it will be on October 10 at the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, where you can enjoy spectacular views of the bay and indulge in food, drinks, oysters, raffles, and live and silent auctions. This fundraising dinner directly supports CCA Maryland’s mission to ensure the health of our marine resources and anglers’ access to them, as well as our objective to conserve, promote and enhance our marine resources for the benefit of the public.

Join our chapter and come have fun on October 10!

For more information on how you can get involved, check out our website at www.ccamaryland.org/annapolis or find us on Facebook at “CCA Maryland - Annapolis Chapter.”