Reel Rewards Program - Incentivizing Sustainable Fishing
Reel Rewards, a program led by the Environmental Justice Journalism Initiative, is an innovative, incentivized program that promotes sustainable fishing practices and combats invasive species in the Middle Branch of the Patapsco River.
Diana
“My daughter has ventured out on the boats, while I've explored the trails for walking and biking. These amenities not only provide avenues for recreation but also serve as gateways to deeper connections with nature and with one another.”
Westport & Smith Cove Waterfront Parks Community Input Meeting (Virtual)
We invite you to join us, in partnership with the Westport Community Economic Development Corporation, for a virtual Community Input Session on Monday, March 18, 2024, from 6:00 - 7:00pm EDT. During this virtual meeting, project team members will provide an update on the project design, incorporating valuable insights gathered from initial community feedback.
Pop-up Ice-Skating on the Waterfront at Middle Branch Park Recap
Pop-up Ice-Skating on the Waterfront at Middle Branch Park
Over 300 people enjoyed the first free Winter Activation event.
New Date! Pop-up Ice-Skating on the Waterfront at Middle Branch Park
New Date! Pop-up Ice-Skating on the Waterfront at Middle Branch Park
Join us for this free event in Middle Branch Park on Saturday, February 3, 2024 from 12:00 - 5:00pm.
Baltimore Black Sox Memorial
Parks & People, in partnership with the South Baltimore Gateway Partnership (SBGP), is thrilled to lead the creation of the Baltimore Black Sox Memorial in Westport. The Baltimore Black Sox baseball team was founded in 1913 and began playing in Westport in 1917 as part of the Negro Leagues. This Memorial Park will be a prominent feature along a new African American Heritage Trail, symbolizing the indelible legacy of the Baltimore Black Sox and their profound influence on the city’s African American history and baseball culture.
Tim
“For a reimagined Middle Branch, my core tenant would be 'accessibility.' Ensuring that residents on both the south and north shores of the Middle Branch have safe access to all that both shores offer.”
Community Development Fund and South Baltimore Gateway Funding Consortium
South Baltimore Gateway Partnership Launches $3.5 Million Community Development Fund and $35 Million Funding Consortium with Baltimore City and Community Development Financial Institutions
Middle Branch Resiliency Initiative: Community Info Session Recap
MBRI Community Info Session Recap
September 13, 2023 (hybrid; in-person location at the Middle Branch Fitness & Wellness Center)
We were delighted to be joined by 40 community members virtually and in-person to share the latest updates about the Middle Branch Resiliency Initiative (MBRI) wetland restoration coming soon to South Baltimore. Check out the recording here.
Middle Branch Resiliency Initiative: Community Info Session
MBRI Community Info Session
September 13, 2023, 6:00 - 7:30PM (hybrid; in-person location at the Middle Branch Fitness & Wellness Center)
Please join us virtually or in person for the latest updates about the Middle Branch Resiliency Initiative (MBRI) wetland restoration projects coming to South Baltimore as part of Reimagine Middle Branch.
Middle Branch Resiliency Initiative (MBRI)
Reimagine Middle Branch calls for restoring the native wetlands that used to surround and protect the Middle Branch with the Middle Branch Resilience Initiative: a comprehensive, basin-wide implementation effort for shoreline restoration.
Keisha
“Nature is resilient yet fragile and it’s everyone’s responsibility to be good stewards of the earth.”
Westport Waterfront Park Community Input Session & Ice Cream Social
On June 27, 2023, the Westport Waterfront Park project team, in partnership with the Westport Community Economic Development Corporation, hosted an ice cream social and community input session at Westport Academy.
Westport Waterfront Park Community Input Session & Ice Cream Social
Westport Waterfront Park Ice Cream Social and Community Input Session
June 27, 2023, 5:00 - 6:30PM (in-person; inside in the library)
Join us, in partnership with the Westport Community Economic Development Corporation, to discuss plans for a waterfront park in the Westport community!
Dawod
“One of my strongest memories of the waterfront here on the Middle Branch is the amount of trash that had to be hauled when we first started cleaning the park.”
Community Input Meeting #2 – Conway Street Park North Plaza Project (in-person, outside)
May 20, 2023, 2:00 - 4:00PM (in-person; outside)
Join the South Baltimore Gateway Partnership, Ridgley’s Delight, EnviroCollab, and CityScape Engineering in the next step of the design process!
Reimagine Middle Branch at Cyclovia and Move Well Festival
April 22, 2023, 12:00 - 4:00PM (Carroll Park)
Reimagine Middle Branch joined Black People Ride Bikes and Pigtown Climbs for this free, all ages event!
Cyclovia and Move Well Festival
April 22, 2023, 12:00 - 4:00PM (Carroll Park)
Join Black People Ride Bikes and Pigtown Climbs for this free, all ages event! Reimagine Middle Branch will be there with an outreach table.
Rona
“…we cannot give up on our waterways any more than we can give up on our neighborhoods. They deserve a fighting chance.”
Reedbird Park Community Meeting #2
April 26, 2023, 6:00 - 7:00PM (Virtual)
Join Baltimore City’s Department of Recreation and Parks for an update about the Reedbird Park design process!