Stories by Marisa Baldine

The American persimmon was prized for centuries but it has fallen out of favor in recent decades.

Universities in the watershed are increasing tree canopy through campus arboretums

The common snapping turtle is an evolutionary wonder.

Native to the Chesapeake, the passionflower is a cousin of the tropical passionfruit.

The bold pattern and colors of the eastern milksnake are key for identification

Neighborhood flower farms support the local economy while helping keep our waters clean.

Brood X cicadas emerge every 17 years to blanket the Chesapeake Bay watershed.

These vineyards utilize sustainable agricultural practices to limit pollution

Volunteers gather for Rock Creek Conservancy’s Extreme Cleanup

Skunk cabbage has the ability to create its own warmth and serve as an early food source for pollinators.