10 in 10 Project – Letter from DNR.
Dear Valued Buffer Strip Use Permit Holder,
We hope this letter finds you well and enjoying the beauty of your lakefront property. We are thrilled to introduce the “10 in 10” program, an initiative by the Lake Management Office partnered with the Maryland Forest Service, Property Owners Association, and Deep Creek Lake Watershed Foundation.
The “10 in 10” program focuses on providing trees and planting supplies to lakefront property owners, with a special emphasis on properties with less than 10% existing vegetation. By participating in this program, you not only contribute to the conservation of our natural surroundings but also stand to benefit from the positive impact on the overall ecosystem and the visual appeal of your property. A well-rooted and vegetated shoreline can be extremely beneficial for providing fish and wildlife habitat, stabilizing sediment pollution improving water quality, and increasing ecological diversity, all while also providing our property owners that extra bit of privacy!
Planting Supplies Provided
- Native tree saplings
- Soil amendments
- Mulch
- Tree cages
Potential Tree Species
Our program offers a carefully curated selection of native tree species that thrive in our local climate. Some options include spicebush, elderberry, buttonbush, red maple, black willow, serviceberry, black birch, and more! These species are chosen for their ability to adapt to and improve the lakefront environment while providing lasting benefits to the ecosystem and reducing the effects of erosion on our lakefront properties!
Project Timeline:
Spring 2024
Inquiry: Please contact the Lake Management Office with any questions or interests!
Property Assessment: In the days following your request, our staff will perform a preliminary inspection to determine your property’s eligibility for this program. During our eligibility inspection, our team will assess your property to provide recommended species and planting locations, but you have the freedom to choose what works for you!
Nursery Tree Delivery: Trees from the nursery will be delivered during the first week of spring.
Supply Pickup Day: Owners can pick up planting supplies, including native tree saplings, soil amendments, mulch, and other information, within two weeks of nursery tree delivery from the Lake Management Office. To best support our property owners, pick-up times and dates will be flexible, allowing for scheduled pick-ups on weeknights or weekends as needed.
Follow-Up: Our team will conduct follow-up visits to ensure the successful establishment of the planted trees and provide any necessary support.
We encourage you to participate in the “10 in 10” program and be an integral part of preserving the natural beauty of our lakefront community. To express your interest or seek additional information, please contact the Deep Creek Lake Management Office at 301- 387- 3545.
Thank you for your commitment to environmental stewardship, and we look forward to seeing our community flourish through this collective effort.
Sincerely,
Julia Vache
Natural Resource Planner II
Deep Creek Lake Management Office
Properties with more than 40% existing vegetation coverage will not be eligible to participate in this program. This program is not offered to be combined with any state-issued mitigation plans or shoreline erosion control grant programs. Property owners will be elected on a first come, first served basis with a consideration of priority.
