NatureCity Forum

Innovative Tools • Community Engagement • 2030 Vision of Resiliency

June 16 & 17, 2021

9:00 AM - 12:30 PM EST

Join us in a two-day dialogue to explore themes such as equitable access to green space, community engagement, green infrastructure, the health benefits of nature, and much more. Hear from Mayor Brandon Scott, County Executive Calvin Ball, Delegate Dana Stein, and our keynote speakers, Paul Wapner and Jacqueline Patterson. Stay for a virtual lunch on Day 1, where a chef will walk us through preparing a locally-sourced vegetarian meal that we can all enjoy together. We look forward to seeing you in June!

Hosted by the Greater Baltimore Wilderness Coalition


A 2030 Vision: Supporting vibrant communities through nature.

Photos from Previous NatureCity Forums

Panel Discussion Topics

Climate and Trees: Why the sudden, big, global interest? How are local organizations working towards increasing tree planting and how do trees enhance resiliency?

Community and Health: The benefits of a healthy environment and access to nature. How do leaders address the necessity for climate equity and environmental justice in the context of public health?

Community Engagement: Meeting communities where they are: working to engage more people in community greening and climate resiliency initiatives.

Access to Green Space: Who has access to green space and the benefits that come with it? How can we increase access to greenspace for everyone? What is green infrastructure?

Business: How are local businesses helping the environment, creating sustainable green jobs, and empowering equity and food security?

Project Implementation: Learn about vibrant communities in action as panelists teach us about urban greenspaces in our backyards and beyond.

Workforce Development: How can we bring sustainable green jobs to the center of nature-based solutions?

Youth Leadership: A conversation between young leaders about advocacy, sustainability, and engaging the next generation of environmental stewards.

And So Much More...

Featured Speakers

Mayor Brandon M. Scott
Baltimore City


Dr. Paul Wapner
American University
Author of "Is Wildness Over"

Jacqui Patterson
Environmental and Climate Justice Program, NAACP

Delegate Dana Stein
MD General Assembly
Executive Director, CivicWorks

County Executive
Dr. Calvin Ball
Howard County

Join us for a lunchtime cooking demo!

Featuring Annapolis's Person of the Year, Monica Alvarado, from Bread & Butter Kitchen, join us for lunch on June 16th to cook a meal with a local entrepreneur and businesswoman!

Watch the video to the right to hear about Monica's efforts to support the community!

For more great speakers, click here!