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Draft two-year work plans available for public feedback
January 22, 2016Plans outline short-term actions needed to achieve goals of Watershed Agreement
Read storyBy supporting key habitats, we support the ecosystem
January 5, 2016Conserving habitat for surrogate species helps build a healthy, balanced watershed
Read storyBy the Numbers: 589
December 29, 2015The area, in acres, of oyster reefs targeted for restoration in the Little Choptank and Tred Avon rivers
Read storyStudy finds intersex bass near wildlife refuges in Northeast U.S.
December 17, 2015Intersex characteristics tied to endocrine-disrupting chemicals
Read storySix ways to enjoy the Chesapeake region in winter
December 15, 2015Shorter days and chilly temperatures don't have to keep you from exploring
Read storyUrban farms offer novel approach to stormwater management
December 9, 2015Report outlines benefits of urban agriculture as green infrastructure
Read storyPhoto Essay: Climbing aboard the Learning Barge
December 7, 2015Virginia students get hands-on with the Elizabeth River Project’s million-dollar floating classroom
Read storyThe Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement: A year in review
December 1, 2015As 2015 comes to a close, we reflect on our progress and strive to continually improve
Read storyBy the Numbers: 87
November 30, 2015The waterbird species that take up winter residence on the Chesapeake Bay.
Read storyFish facing warmer waters
November 25, 2015Chesapeake Biological Laboratory holds long-term temperature record
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