Tagged Stories: "winter"
Browse our articles and in-depth feature stories to learn about the latest Bay news.
‘Winter jellyfish’ basks in cold Bay waters
January 20, 2017When temperatures drop, the lion’s mane jellyfish thrives
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 storyWinter wildlife in the Chesapeake Bay watershed
March 6, 2014The mid-Atlantic boasts a variety of wildlife viewing opportunities for year-round nature seekers.
Read storyCapturing sea ducks on the Chesapeake Bay
March 22, 2012Take a midnight trip on the icy Bay to learn how scientists brave sleep deprivation and frigid weather to monitor sea ducks.
Read storyBuilding a home for birds on Maryland’s Poplar Island
March 8, 2012Biologists collect discarded Christmas trees to build bird nesting habitat on a restored island in the Chesapeake Bay.
Read storyMaryland’s wintering waterfowl population down slightly in 2012
February 28, 2012Scientists counted fewer ducks, geese and swans wintering along Md.’s Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic shorelines in 2012.
Read storyNine native Chesapeake Bay plants that look beautiful in winter
January 30, 2012Learn about native plants that can provide food and habitat for wildlife year round
Read storySix great spots to explore the outdoors this winter
December 19, 2011Here are six great places across the Chesapeake Bay watershed to experience activities you can only enjoy in winter.
Read storySix Chesapeake Bay animals best seen in winter
December 5, 2011Get your winter critter-fix by learning about these six beautiful Bay animals that are most common during our coldest months.
Read storyChesapeake Bay blue crab population at second-highest level since 1997, according to scientists
April 19, 2011The Chesapeake Bay's blue crab population is at its second-highest level since 1997.
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