Stories by Rachel Felver
Rachel is the Director of Communications for the Chesapeake Bay Program. She has the experience of growing up in a headwaters state--Pennsylvania--and is now living life right next to the Bay in Maryland. After obtaining her masters' in environmental policy and management from the University of Pittsburgh, she spent almost nine years with the Environmental Protection Agency before a stint with the National Aquarium. She loves to explore the watershed by hiking, paddleboarding and kayaking.
We are stronger together
June 10, 2020A diversity of people is critical for a restored Bay
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Uncover nature’s secrets from your own backyard
April 3, 2020From observing wildlife to identifying plants, community science offers options for all
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This year’s Bay Barometer sets a different type of foundation for Bay restoration
March 25, 2020Annual report provides most up-to-date information, data on Bay health
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Distance yourself in nature
March 18, 2020The Chesapeake Bay watershed offers several respites during these uncertain times
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Fencing out manure pollution
March 11, 2020Virginia passes legislation with the goal of keeping cattle out of streams
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Public invited to comment on outcome changes
February 18, 2020Updated language helps better refine Bay Program goals
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Increased budget will increase restoration
December 30, 2019Additional $12 million in Bay Program budget will be spread throughout the watershed
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Alternative energy powers a Virginia farm
December 19, 2019Riverhill Farm attracts national attention for sustainable and economically friendly practices
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Bay sees worst dead zone in the past five years
December 3, 2019Warming temperatures and heavy rainfall impact size, duration
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Long-awaited Conowingo plan begins to take shape
October 9, 2019Funds awarded to help address financing, oversight of Conowingo WIP
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