Chesapeake Stewardship
Get to know conservationists and community leaders making a difference in the Bay watershed.
Make your winter Bay-friendly!
January 15, 2021Seven small changes to help you protect the Bay throughout winter
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Honoring a steadfast orchestrator of Chesapeake Bay restoration
January 14, 2021The Chesapeake Bay Program’s recently retired deputy director reflects on 12 years spent saving the Bay
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An urban forestry collaborative plants deep community roots
December 4, 2020When it comes to planting trees, community engagement is everything
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A military veteran’s new mission is to restore a stream and help people heal
November 10, 2020Patriots Cove has built a community around fly fishing to give veterans, first responders and caregivers a sense of purpose
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For these rural retirees, stewardship is a pastime
October 29, 2020A couple in Pennsylvania is taking a piecemeal approach to restoring their land
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When family heritage inspires a career in environmentalism
September 15, 2020Two-time Chesapeake Bay Program intern describes his work with diversity and inclusion
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Chesapeake litter meets its maker
September 10, 2020Project Clean Stream helps residents clear their communities of trash
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A Latino environmental organization pivots to COVID-19 relief
July 23, 2020ecoLatinos is serving communities as they navigate new health risks
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A fresh perspective on revitalizing Maryland’s Eastern Shore
July 16, 2020A young Eastern Shore native emerges as a leader in community enrichment
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LGBTQ+ hiking groups blaze Chesapeake trails
June 26, 2020How outdoor social groups make for a safer, more welcoming experience
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