Recent Stories
Browse our articles and in-depth feature stories to learn about the latest Bay news.
Federal agencies outline progress toward Chesapeake Bay cleanup
March 28, 2013The work completed in 2012 helped to restore land, water and wildlife across the watershed.
Read storyRebuilding oyster reefs in Harris Creek, Maryland
March 19, 2013State and federal partners are working to restore oysters to 20 Chesapeake Bay tributaries by 2025.
Read storyMore wintering waterfowl counted in Maryland in 2013
March 14, 2013Both Canada geese and snow geese were more abundant during the latest Midwinter Waterfowl Survey.
Read storyRestoration partners share progress, reinvigorate work, build relationships
March 13, 2013Stewardship Fund grant recipients came together at an annual forum.
Cabin Branch restoration will heal damage from area development
February 28, 2013Stormwater runoff is a source of pollution for the Maryland waterway.
Read storyPoplar Island restoration brings critical habitat back to Bay
February 26, 2013The island hosts shorebirds, waterfowl, raptors and other wildlife.
Read storyDistrict of Columbia releases plan to become healthier, greener, more sustainable city
February 22, 2013The Sustainable DC Plan outlines two decades of changes.
Read storyTilghman Islanders grow oysters to replenish local reefs
February 20, 2013Cages on private piers give spat a head start before they are planted in the Bay.
Read storyStream cleanup at Pope Branch shows restoration progress being made
February 13, 2013Trash is becoming less of a problem for the District of Columbia waterway.
Read storyNational Park Service writes plan to improve public access to rivers, streams, Chesapeake Bay
February 11, 2013Demand for access sites is high in urban areas.
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