Stories by Bianca Martinez Penn
Bianca is a 2023 graduate of the University of Miami where she earned a bachelor's degree in sociology with minors in both marine policy and sustainable business. In 2022, Bianca was a C-StREAM intern working with the Chesapeake Bay Program's Diversity Workgroup.
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Five ways to become an A+ Chesapeake Bay steward
April 17, 2026Simple changes made by educators and students can have a big impact on the Chesapeake
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The woodcock’s courtship is a spring treat
April 6, 2026The out-of-place woodland bird’s mating ritual involves a special song and sky dance
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Three Part Harmony farm nourishes D.C. community
March 26, 2026Gail Taylor and her crew of volunteers believe in accessible produce for all
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Turn your yard into a Bay-friendly habitat
March 18, 2026Spring is the perfect time to beautify your yard and save the Bay
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Early spring pollinators strike gold with this native wildflower
March 10, 2026The golden ragwort is a common, soil-stabilizing food source found across the watershed
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What goes down the drain matters
February 26, 2026Your small actions at home can help prevent sewage spills--and protect the Bay
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This vibrant Chesapeake winter visitor is easy to spot against the snow
February 5, 2026Thanks to its song as well as its distinct color, the purple finch is an easy find for year-round birders
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Day of Service encourages community action throughout the Bay watershed
January 16, 2026Many environmental organizations honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day by hosting volunteer clean-up events
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Warmer winters makes the Bay a more suitable place for the white pelican
January 9, 2026This large bird has been spotted more frequently in the watershed
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Improving stream restoration outcomes across the Chesapeake Bay watershed
January 8, 2026The Chesapeake Bay Program’s Science and Technical Advisory Committee comes together to improve stream restoration outcomes
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