We're an Environmental
Nonprofit Serving the Baltimore Region

We engage and educate the community about environmental sustainability and restoration, while creating pathways to green jobs through our workforce development programs.

We design, install, and maintain attractive and resilient landscapes with plants and trees native to the local environment to enhance habitat, benefit pollinators, and local wildlife.

WHAT'S NEW?

Howard EcoWorks Names Alec Lynde Executive Director; Founder Lori Lilly to Serve as Senior Advisor

We are proud to announce a leadership transition as the Board of Directors appoints Alec Lynde as its next Executive Director. Founder Lori Lilly will remain a vital part of the team, transitioning into a Senior Advisor role. In this new capacity, she will lead strategic initiatives such as fundraising, project development, and the continued transformation of Holly Hills into a premier center for conservation and green jobs training.

Learn more about this transition and Alec in our announcement blog post!

WE'RE HIRING!

Program Foreman

EcoWorks is seeking a full-time Program Foreman to oversee our conservation crews and workforce development programs to implement our mission and values through field activity and training.

READY Crew Leader

Want to join our summer conservation crew and engage your leadership skills? This is a full-time, seasonal, paid position available for people ages 18 - 25 (Ideal for high school and college students).

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Senior Crew Member

Want to join our year-round conservation crew? Engage in conservation efforts for forest and stream health. If you're passionate about the environment and local communities, then joining EcoWorks might be right for you.

EcoAmbassadors

Join our summer internship program designed to empower high school students in environmental stewardship and leadership.

READY Crew Member

Join our seasonal summer conservation crew! This is a full-time, paid position available for people ages 16 - 25 (Ideal for high school and college students).

Check Out February Metrics!

New Hours for our Native Plant Nursery!
Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays from 8am - 3pm

VISIT STORE

2025 in Review: Environmental Impact with EcoWorks

Greenfest

Date: 4/11/26

Time: 10 am - 3 pm

Howard Community College

10901 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Columbia, MD 21044

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EcoWorks is a sponsor for Greenfest this year and we will be selling native plants! GreenFest is Howard County's largest celebration of Earth Day, aiming to connect residents with the resources that local businesses, non-profits, and government.

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Serenity Ridge Earth Day Festival

Date: 4/25/26

Time: 11 am - 3 pm

Serenity Ridge Natural Burial Cemetery and Nature Preserve | 2406 Ridge Rd, Windsor Mill, MD 21244

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EcoWorks will be attending this Earth Day Festival. Serenity Ridge is a location where we’ve planted several hundred trees over the years, and we’re excited to see their growth!

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Engage with EcoWorks | Virtual Presentation

Date: 4/15/26

Time: 5 pm - 5:30 pm

Virtual online webiar

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Learn about summer internships, work programs, and volunteer opportunities with EcoWorks. This virtual presentation is open to anyone to join. Programs are ideal for students and post-graduates.

Native Plant Palooza

Date: 5/3/26

Time: 12 pm - 4 pm

Robinson Nature Center

6692 Cedar Ln, Columbia, MD, 21044

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EcoWorks will be selling native plants at this annual plant sale! Additionally, enjoy the lovely grounds of Robinson Nature Center and free educational activities.