Recent Stories
Browse our articles and in-depth feature stories to learn about the latest Bay news.
Six key programs that monitor the health of the Chesapeake Bay watershed
April 17, 2023Detecting changes over time guides environmental protection
Read storyFive tree species to plant in the Chesapeake region
April 14, 2023Use these North American trees and shrubs to brighten up your property and benefit wildlife
Read storyA hot take on restoring habitat
April 12, 2023Prescribed burns are supporting wildlife across the Chesapeake watershed
Read storyBay scientists evaluate reasons for the blue crab’s population decrease
April 7, 2023Invasive fish, disease, warming waters and more are seen as threats to blue crabs
Read storyNew Bay Program report offers a roadmap for combating rising water temperatures
April 5, 2023Planting trees and conserving forests is critical for combating temperature increases
Read storyMy Clean Water Story: Carin Bisland
March 31, 2023Chesapeake Bay Program's Branch Chief tells a tale of two waters
Read storyA conversation with the leadership of the Citizens Advisory Committee
March 31, 2023Committee focuses 2023 priorities on equitable access to grants, forest land conversion and healthy water quality
Read storyAn outdoor recreation group for women is offered across the Chesapeake region
March 29, 2023The Becoming an Outdoors Woman program provides opportunities for women to learn about opportunities to enjoy the outdoors in a safe space.
Read storyFrom the fish kills to Conowingo Dam, USGS investigates the Bay watershed’s most complex issues
March 27, 2023USGS Chesapeake Bay Coordinator weighs in on the agency’s achievements
Read storyWho's afraid of the big, bad wolf?
March 17, 2023Not those who visit the 55 wolves living at the Wolf Sanctuary of PA
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