Heritage Award

Hal Delaplane longtime President of the Conservancy guiding local land conservation efforts, combining science, policy, and grassroots action.

Ken Robinson for his leadership during eight years as Charles County Commissioner in establishing land use policy and legislation to preserve natural resources and foster smart growth throughout the county.

Lloyd Bowling for promoting preservation of the history, culture, customs, and landscapes of Charles County

Dr Jim Long for bringing science to bear to inform and educate the public and persuade decision-makers to protect the natural resources of the Mattawoman Watershed

Tom Roland, county parks director who increased outdoor recreation and environmental education by greatly expanding the county park system

Steve Bunker, founding member, environmental scientist, conservation policy advocate, and citizen planner

Deanna Wheeler, environmental activist, Nanjemoy civic leader, and gifted science teacher connecting children to nature

Vivian H. Mills, founder and past president, who for 16 years provided the Conservancy with her vision and leadership

Harry and Millie Kriemelmeyer, long-time activists for smart transportation strategies, land preservation, and rural zoning integrity

Ellen Heilmeier, a founding member, longtime conservationist, and pioneer of recycling programs

Cheryl Thomas, tenacious watchdog for threats to land and water resources

Charles Rice, county planner successfully advancing Rural Legacy and farmland preservation goals

Peter F. Murphy, an advocate and supporter for preservation of open space and the county’s natural and historic areas

George Jett, founding member, naturalist, nature photographer and longtime pillar of Southern Maryland Audubon Society

George Wilmot, widely known for his dedication to protecting Mattawoman Creek

Joan Bowling, founding member and an energetic member of the Wicomico Scenic River Commission and the Rural Commission

Elmer Biles, whose many contributions to the community include sharing extensive research on Charles County’s early history

Carol Ghebelian, long active in the Southern Maryland Audubon Society and Friends of Chapman State Park

David H. Posey for his contributions to protecting open space and preservation of Zekiah Swamp