Recent Stories
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Oyster restoration soon to be complete in Lafayette River
September 26, 2017Chesapeake Bay Stewardship Fund provides almost $400,000 to fund oyster restoration efforts
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The rebounding Lafayette River is first when it comes to oyster reefs
September 25, 2017With a grant from the Chesapeake Bay Stewardship Fund, the Virginia tributary will reach goals for oyster restoration
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White oaks dazzle no matter the season
September 22, 2017Known for their white bark and beautiful autumn leaves, white oak trees have a special place in Maryland history
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Universal Sailing Club supports African-American maritime heritage
September 20, 2017Since 2001, Marcus Asante has led one of the Bay’s first African-American sailing clubs
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$12.6 million in funding will support restoration across Chesapeake Bay region
September 19, 2017Chesapeake Bay Stewardship Fund to support 44 environmental projects
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Education program gets teachers on the estuary
September 15, 2017Week-long workshop introduces educators to science and restoration on the Bay
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Scientists help sturgeon on road to recovery
September 8, 2017Once-abundant prehistoric fish now rare sight in Bay waters
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Monitoring marsh birds in Monie Bay
September 7, 2017By counting bird calls, researchers get estimate of marsh habitat health
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Preserving the pristine Mattawoman Creek
September 1, 2017This tributary of the Potomac River is one of Maryland’s healthiest waterways
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Gardening in the heart of the city
August 30, 2017Nexus for learning, food and healing grows in DC food hubs
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