Stories by Stephanie Smith
Stephanie is the Web Content Manager at the Chesapeake Bay Program. A native of the Midwest, she received her Bachelor’s in Professional Writing from Purdue University and Master of Science degree from the University of Michigan. Stephanie’s lifelong love of nature motivates her to explore solutions to environmental problems and teach others what they can do to help.
Chesapeake Bay Foundation reports minimal changes in overall Bay health
January 5, 2015Water quality improvements offset by declines in blue crab, striped bass
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Seven tips for a Bay-friendly holiday gift exchange
December 22, 2014From homemade presents to recycled wrapping paper, here's our guide to gifts that help the environment.
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Rising air temperatures lead to warming streams in Chesapeake Bay region
December 16, 2014Warmer waters could have severe effects on water quality, aquatic life.
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Chesapeake Executive Council names Virginia's Governor McAuliffe as next chair
December 11, 2014Past chair, Maryland Gov. O'Malley, commended for his accomplishments.
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Elizabeth River earns a "C" on latest report card
December 4, 2014Community restoration projects have aided in the recovery of this historically polluted waterway.
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Six food traditions from across the Chesapeake Bay
November 26, 2014From Delaware to West Virginia, favorite recipes from each state will give a Chesapeake twist to your holiday feast.
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Reducing upstream pollution could ease effects of full Conowingo reservoir
November 13, 2014Lowering nutrient and sediment loads more effective than dredging the dam.
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Assessment explores impact of land development on Chesapeake Bay
November 12, 2014Researchers studied link between land use and ecosystem health in Corsica, Magothy and Rhode River watersheds.
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Rising population, development threaten health of Potomac River
November 12, 2014As many move to the region, “smart planning” could protect waterway from impacts of rapid growth.
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