ShoreRivers is pleased to announce the addition of two new members — Trey Hill and Dr. Chelsea Peters — to its Governing Board. As a grassroots nonprofit organization, the hard work and support of board members is imperative to the organization’s efforts for thriving rivers on the Eastern Shore.

Trey Hill, owner of Harborview Farms in Rock Hall, is a leader in regenerative agriculture and a vocal advocate for the health of the Chesapeake Bay. By pioneering large-scale carbon sequestration and 100% no-till practices, Hill focuses on fostering soil health as a primary tool to improve water quality. He views his fields as a living filter designed to protect the Chester and Sassafras rivers from runoff through innovative ecological stewardship.

This marks Hill’s second term on the ShoreRivers’ Board, and the organization is excited to welcome him back. During his previous term, Hill said he found it immensely rewarding to build bridges between the agricultural and environmental communities. He believes that science-based collaboration is essential to ensuring a sustainable future for the Eastern Shore. As a dedicated resident of the shore, Hill’s commitment is also personal: he is an avid boater who enjoys fishing with his children and is dedicated to ensuring the rivers remain a vibrant legacy for the next generation.

Dr. Chelsea Peters will be embarking on her first term on the ShoreRivers’ Board, but she is no stranger to the organization. She currently serves as the Director of Watershed Innovation at the Center for Environment and Society at Washington College, where she leads applied research and community partnerships focused on water quality, watershed restoration, and climate resilience on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. She earned her PhD from Vanderbilt University in 2018, with research centered on groundwater–surface water interactions and saltwater intrusion in coastal systems. Dr. Peters’ work integrates monitoring, geospatial analysis, and stakeholder engagement to advance science-based watershed management. She grew up on a bison farm in Oxford, MS, and brings a deep appreciation for working in rural communities to her work. She now lives in Chestertown with her partner, cats, and backyard chickens, and enjoys hiking, pottery, and spending time outdoors.

Dr. Peters says she values ShoreRivers for its exceptional leadership in advancing science-based restoration, community engagement, and environmental advocacy across Maryland’s Eastern Shore. She has seen firsthand how the organization translates rigorous monitoring and research into meaningful action, from large-scale restoration projects to widely trusted programs that empower residents to understand and care for their waterways. Through its deep partnership with Washington College, ShoreRivers has also created transformative opportunities for students, connecting classroom learning with hands-on fieldwork, internship experiences, and community-based science opportunities. She is particularly inspired by ShoreRivers’ ability to bring together diverse stakeholders — scientists, landowners, educators, and volunteers — to address complex watershed challenges collaboratively.

ShoreRivers extends deep gratitude for the wise counsel, encouragement, and vision of these exceptional community members and is excited to see the impact they will make in this leadership role. See a full list of Board members at ShoreRivers.org/leadership.