If a celebrity swims in the Potomac River, should we all jump in too? You’re probably wondering if it’s safe to cool off in our local waters. Get the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions about swimming in the Potomac River.
Read MoreHave you heard about how tree-mendous urban trees are? Check out these 7 benefits trees have for cities in the Potomac River region!
Read MoreSay it ain't so! That flower you love might actually be harming the environment and endangering local wildlife. And you might not even realize it.
Become an expert at spotting and stopping invasive plants in your backyard.
Read MoreRestoring the Potomac River to full health is a community-wide effort that requires many strategies to return clean, safe waters to local streams. We combine the power of local land conservation with clean water advocacy work. Read on to learn more about the bills we supported during this year’s legislative sessions on a county-, state-, and federal level, why exactly they matter, and what we are working on next.
Read MoreAn accomplished marathoner and a one-time triathlete, Alice Till was hesitant when friends invited her to join them for a paddle on the Potomac River. She hadn’t swum in years. But she didn’t let her fear stop her—and ended up having a blast!
Read MoreThe Potomac River region boasts around 120 bird species thanks to plentiful food and habitat options. Check out these five large birds you can easily spot on a thirty-minute walk along the river—and read on for inspiration on what smaller species to look out for next!
Read MoreCheck out the unique ecosystems that are the Potomac’s tidal forests—and learn about the top climate threats facing them.
Read MoreWho 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 region to cool off.
Read MoreUnderstanding how many bottlenose dolphins in the Potomac-Chesapeake area are reproductive females, the number of calves they’re having, and how many of those calves survive reveals much about the current state of the population and its trajectory.
Discover what the Potomac-Chesapeake Dolphin Project (PCDP) is learning about baby dolphins in the Potomac River and how this research is unlocking key information about the health of the mid-Atlantic dolphin populations.
Read MoreThe well-being of our families and communities depends critically on the health of our lands, waters, wildlife, and our relationship with them. Yet, the destruction of the natural environment and barriers to access and safety outdoors disproportionately affect BIPOC and other historically marginalized communities.
Learn more about how these inequities impact Potomac Conservancy’s mission and the commitments we’ve made to ensure our outdoor communities and spaces are diverse, equitable, inclusive, and just.
Read MoreLearn what an earlier blooming season means for our increasingly vulnerable urban ecosystems.
Read MorePotomac Conservancy’s signature celebration and fundraiser event was a spectacular night that brought together supporters and friends who are standing up for clean water and our local environment.
Read MoreSo you've probably heard that birding is a great hobby—it keeps you in touch with nature, it's inexpensive, and you can do it through a window or in a quiet wood. But how do you go from fledgling to eagle-eyed?
We talked to Tykee James, a local expert from the Audubon Society, about easy ways to start birding (and make friends doing it!) and what makes being a Potomac region bird-nerd so special.
Read MoreMonika Hartsel and Brian Cipperly were just recently married on the Potomac River. We caught up with them at an Earth Month cleanup at Jones Point Park in Alexandria, Virginia—and here are seven things they learned as volunteer leaders stewarding our Nation's River.
Read MoreWhere does all the trash in the Potomac River come from? Are litterers as careless as we think? And how can we help?
The story is complicated - so let’s break it down and take action!
Read MoreCan you make a difference for our climate if you’re not an energy policy wonk or oceanographer? Yes, in fact, it’s better that you’re not an expert.
Find out why, six other tips for talking about climate action, and how to get involved today in our local movement on climate.
Read MoreEarth Day and Arbor Day are just around the corner! Let’s take the time to learn about the vulnerable upland forests in the Potomac region, and why protecting these lands is important for clean water.
Read MoreOur river’s banks, meadows, and woodlands are about to explode with color thanks to hundreds of local wildflower species, so get prepared for the most vibrant time of year with our handy guide to when and where to spot the most beautiful blooms of the Potomac!
Do you know a snowdrop from a spatterdock??
Read MoreTrees are a river’s best friend! Check out how trees act as nature’s own Brita filter to keep rivers clean and healthy.
Read MoreYou probably have heard about Treasure Island, but how about Treasure Wetlands?
Learn about the climate threats that the Potomac’s tidal marshes face and how we can protect these priceless lands.
Read MoreThe region’s leading clean water advocate, fighting to ensure the Potomac River boasts clean drinking water, healthy lands, and connected communities.
Potomac Conservancy is a nationally accredited land trust and clean water leader in the Potomac River region. We’re committed to restoring the Potomac to full health for the five million people who rely on the river for drinking water and outdoor enjoyment. We improve local water quality through land conservation initiatives that effectively stop pollution from entering our streams and tributaries. Our impassioned base of 30,000 supporters empowers us to protect and expand streamside forests, pass water protection laws, and restore local shorelines.
Potomac Conservancy
962 Wayne Ave, Suite 540
Silver Spring, MD 20910
EIN: 52-1842501
(301) 608-1188
