Hello everyone,

We’re excited to invite all members, volunteers, and nonmember friends of the Maryland Chapter of The American Chestnut Foundation (TACF) to our upcoming spring membership meeting!

Join us on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the Gaithersburg Library, located at 18330 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20879, from 10:30 am - 2 pm. 

• Welcome and Networking 10:30 – 11am, 

• Featured Speaker 11 am – 12 pm, 

• Lunch and Mingle 12 – 12:45, 

• National and Chapter Updates 12:45 to 1:30, 

• Business Meeting 1:30 – 2.

We are pleased to have Donald Edward Davis as our featured speaker. Donald is a scholar, a former Fulbright fellow, and the author of “The American Chestnut: An Environmental History.” His presentation will explore the journey of the American chestnut from Native American prehistory to today's restoration efforts. Donald plans on bring copies of his book. You can get your book autographed. This is a fantastic opportunity to engage in this important discussion, and we hope to see you there

https://ugapress.org/book/9780820360454/the-american-chestnut/.

Bruce Levine, board member and TACF interim CEO will present the latest news on research and breeding at the national level.  We will also have an update on our orchards.

A limited number of chestnut seedlings will be available (donation suggested).  Email questions to mdtacf@outlook.com

Lunch will be provided, and we encourage guests to come and learn more about the history of this iconic tree. Looking forward to seeing you all there!

Registration is free and suggested, but not mandatory. We do not want to run out of space and food.