Many popular snow removal methods can harm our streams, rivers and the Chesapeake Bay. Read our latest how-to article for some helpful guidelines for removing snow and ice the Bay-friendly way.
We asked a handful of people in Chestertown, Md., how they plan to help protect the Bay and its rivers in the new year. Listen to their ideas in our latest Chesapeake Unscripted video!
Each winter, millions of waterfowl visit the Chesapeake Bay region to rest and feed. Learn more about these beautiful migratory birds in our latest Bay 101 video.
Have a question about the Chesapeake Bay? Visit our new and improved FAQ section to get answers to some of our most frequently asked questions. You can even submit your own question for us to answer!
Teachers and educators: Use Bay Backpack to find teaching resources, field studies, and grant and training opportunities to help you integrate Bay and watershed education into your curriculum.
Maryland will provide $19 million in grants to upgrade nutrient removal technology at four wastewater facilities.
Clark Creek, a 31-mile-long tributary of the Susquehanna River, is popular with hikers, cyclists and fly fishermen.
Friends of Sligo Creek is a volunteer organization that has worked since 2001 to clean up this Potomac River tributary.
The vast underwater grass beds of the Susquehanna Flats are in much better condition than scientists expected.
The Howard County Conservancy protects natural areas and educates the public about Maryland's environment.
January's Critter - The bay scallop is a bivalve that lives in the lower Chesapeake’s salty, shallow waters. Its ribbed shells are often found on beaches throughout the lower Bay.
The EPA established a "pollution diet" to reduce nutrients and sediment in the Bay.
Calls on the federal government to lead a renewed effort to restore the Bay.
A tool to assess progress and enhance accountability and transparency.
A powerful statewide tool designed to assess, coordinate and Bay restoration.
Only 58 percent of the Bay watershed is forested, and development is reducing forests at the rate of 100 acres per day.
Don't pour fat, oil or grease down your drain. They can clog pipes and lead to sewage overflows over time.