10 local places to splash, swim, and keep cool this summer
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Who needs a pool when we live by the water?
As summer heats up, here are our picks for safe, open, clean water spots in the Potomac River regions to cool off.
Read MoreStudy finds globally rare plants and habitat on mountain protected by Potomac Conservancy
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Just when you thought White Horse Mountain couldn't get any better . . . Learn about Rock Dome Preserve, home to habitat and wildflowers that rarely found anywhere else in the world!
Read MoreBlue Minds: How protecting access to the river protects our public health
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Science says that getting on or near water can ease the collective stress we’re all feeling. That’s why protecting our natural resources is more important now than ever.
Here’s how you can help keep our local waterways clean and publicly accessible during a time of crisis.
Read MoreUpstream land conservation protects locally endangered turtle
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Learn about the wood turtle, an endangered local animal that calls the upstream waters of the Potomac home, and find out what we're doing to save them.
Read More15 of our favorite local date spots for the outdoor romantic
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Skip Netflix binge-watching, take a hard pass on a crowded restaurant, and get outside to make some memories with your special someone.
Whether you already have plans or still need to make some for the big day, we’ve got you covered with a list of the best outdoor dates on and around the Potomac.
Read More15,000 acres and counting: Explore the protected lands of the Potomac River
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Why is protecting land vital to protecting the Potomac? And how can we make sure it is protected forever?
Find out with our new interactive story map…and explore the lands themselves.
Read MoreEels are nearly extinct in the Potomac. Here’s why we want to bring them back.
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Eels: a slimy, snake-like fish most of us would rather not think about.
But, as it turns out, eels are an unlikely weapon in the fight against pollution, and scientists are working to return them to a stretch of river they’ve been blocked from for a century.
Learn more about the unappreciated eel and what’s being done to restore them to the Potomac.
Read More12 tips for a river-friendly holiday season
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Ah, the holidays. It’s one of our favorite times of year. But it can also be — dare we say it — a wasteful time of year.
Let’s make this holiday season a tad greener this year. Check out 12 simple tips and tricks from our staff and host a memorable, river-friendly holiday party!
Read MoreA Weekend on White Horse Mountain
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Five years ago, we purchased White Horse Mountain in West Virginia to protect it from development. Last year, the state of West Virginia officially opened it as a public recreation area.
Now you, along with the abundant wildlife that calls the mountain home, can enjoy its vast acres of uninterrupted forest, unimpeded river views, clear streams, and rare wildflowers. Find out how in our visitor’s guide, including 6 adventure activities.
Read More12 places that will help you keep cool this summer
/It's late summer. And it's hot.
The good news is there are plenty of spots where you can jump in, cool off, and enjoy the Potomac River and local streams — no pool pass required.
Read MoreTop threats to native fish in the Potomac River
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The Potomac River is home to dozens of species of fish — from largemouth bass to migratory shad. Fish can be thought of as "indicator species" for the overall health of the river because they are impacted by a host of environmental factors.
Though several of the Potomac's fish populations are making a comeback, they aren't in the clear yet. Find out what's harming our local fisheries and how you can help.
Read MoreOur favorite local date spots for the outdoor romantic
/Skip Netflix binge-watching, take a hard pass on a crowded restaurant, and get outside to make some memories with your special someone.
Whether you already have plans or still need to make some for the big day, we’ve got you covered with a list of the best outdoor dates on and around the Potomac.
Read MoreHost a river-friendly holiday party with these 12 easy tips
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Ah, the holidays. It’s one of our favorite times of year. But it can also be — dare we say it — a wasteful time of year.
Let’s make this holiday season a tad greener this year. Check out 12 simple tips and tricks from our staff and host a memorable, river-friendly holiday party!
Read MoreEels are nearly extinct in the Potomac. Here’s why we want to bring them back.
/Eels: a slimy, snake-like fish most of us would rather not think about.
But, as it turns out, eels are an unlikely weapon in the fight against pollution, and scientists are working to return them to a stretch of river they’ve been blocked from for a century.
Learn more about the unappreciated eel and what’s being done to restore them to the Potomac.
Read More12 places that will help you keep cool this summer
/It's late summer. And it's hot.
The good news is there are plenty of spots where you can jump in, cool off, and enjoy the Potomac River and local streams — no pool pass required.
Read MoreStudy finds globally rare plants and habitat on mountain protected by Potomac Conservancy
/Just when you thought White Horse Mountain couldn't get any better . . . Learn about Rock Dome Preserve, home to habitat and wildflowers that rarely found anywhere else in the world!
Read MoreOur favorite local date spots for the outdoor romantic
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Do something different for Valentine's Day this year and plan an outdoor date!
Check out our list of the best local places to explore with your special someone.
Read MoreUpstream land conservation protects locally endangered turtle
/Learn about the wood turtle, an endangered local animal that calls the upstream waters of the Potomac home, and find out what we're doing to save them.
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You can add these colorful fish to the list of Potomac comebacks
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You can add these cute little fish to the list of returning Potomac wildlife! Their return speaks volumes about improving water quality.
Hear how restoration and conservation are saving upstream waters and protecting healthy habitat.
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