Recent Stories
Browse our articles and in-depth feature stories to learn about the latest Bay news.
Reforesting 36 acres of farm field near the Patuxent River
April 25, 2023Chesapeake Bay Program staff help replant seedlings
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Get to know these eight regenerative farms throughout the Bay watershed
April 19, 2023These farms grow food in a way the protects local streams and rivers
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A federal agency recounts two big wins in Chesapeake wildlife conservation
April 19, 2023The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service plays a major role in the protection of the region’s critters
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Looking for a new gardening project that’s good for the Bay? Try ‘rewilding’
April 17, 2023Naturalistic gardens require less maintenance and have more environmental benefits
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Six key programs that monitor the health of the Chesapeake Bay watershed
April 17, 2023Detecting changes over time guides environmental protection
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Five tree species to plant in the Chesapeake region
April 14, 2023Use these North American trees and shrubs to brighten up your property and benefit wildlife
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A hot take on restoring habitat
April 12, 2023Prescribed burns are supporting wildlife across the Chesapeake watershed
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Bay scientists evaluate reasons for the blue crab’s population decrease
April 7, 2023Invasive fish, disease, warming waters and more are seen as threats to blue crabs
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New Bay Program report offers a roadmap for combating rising water temperatures
April 5, 2023Planting trees and conserving forests is critical for combating temperature increases
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My Clean Water Story: Carin Bisland
March 31, 2023Chesapeake Bay Program's Branch Chief tells a tale of two waters
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