Savor the beauty of this stunning lodge, crafted from chestnut wood, while indulging in a delicious chestnut-themed buffet lunch. Enjoy live music, engaging presentations, and sip on hand-crafted chestnut beer. Treat yourself to fresh roasted chestnuts, and delectable desserts, explore our exciting silent auction, featuring items and experiences from eco-conscious local businesses, pick up some chestnuts or chestnut trees to take home, and check out local venders. It’s a celebration of community, sustainability, and the rich bounty of the chestnut tree!
What to expect at the event:
12:30 Gather on the patio with chestnut roasting, chestnut beer, hot cider, charcuterie, and acoustic music with a special “Chestnuts from Tree to Table” presentation by Eric Joseph Lewis. Silent Auction opens!
1:30 A chestnut themed buffet luncheon, welcome announcements, live music.
2:00 Presentation by SilvoCulture’s Michael Judd and Key Note Speaker Kevin Atticks, Maryland Secretary of Agriculture.
3:00 Coffee and desserts, Botany & Ecology Walk with Bodhi Vasilopoulos, live music.
4:00 Silent auction closes, winners announced, departing remarks!
Lunch will include local flavors brought to you by:
Honey D Charcuterie
Hippy Chick Hummus
Les Cookies Delight
Test of Time Bakery
And Silent Auction items and experiences have been generously donated by:
Butler's Orchard
Tree Trekkers
Yogamour
The Healing Storm Holistic Wellness
Grazy Days Farm
Key City Compost
And more!
Live music brought to you by:
The RhizOMes
Local Venders:
Forest Farms of Maryland
Plant Path Nursery
Sol Nectar Farm
Wild Woman Medicine, LLC
Check out the SilvoCulture table for books, swag, chestnuts, and chestnut trees!
100% of proceeds go towards our mission of helping plant ONE MILLION NUT TREES in the mid-Atlantic!
A Huge Thank You to our Event Sponsors
Photos shared from last year’s event by Amanda Lucia Photography:
Your attendance at this event ensures that you are investing in a healthier planet and a more secure future. Your contribution will help us plant more trees, develop educational programs, and support local farmers. Together, we can create a lasting positive impact and a better future for our community.