Local naturalist and author shares 5 reasons why the Potomac Gorge is a must for nature lovers

Local naturalist and author shares 5 reasons why the Potomac Gorge is a must for nature lovers

Always searching for new nature adventures close to home? Look no further!

Local naturalist, author, and forest-bathing guide Melanie Choukas-Bradley shares her tips for exploring the wild and beautiful Potomac Gorge that boasts incredible geology, biodiversity, and recreation options right in our backyards.

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Maryland passes historic forest protection legislation

Maryland passes historic forest protection legislation

This new law is a tree-mendous success that will raise forest protection standards statewide and ensure we will experience a net gain of trees in the coming years and decades!

Read on to see what benefits the new legislation will have for the Potomac River, local wildlife, and our communities.

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A Day in the Life: Alexis Dickerson, our Sr. Director of Community Conservation

A Day in the Life: Alexis Dickerson, our Sr. Director of Community Conservation

Want to know why a community working together is critical for meeting our region’s clean water needs? Curious to learn how local residents are realizing their vision for a healthy Potomac River and how you can become a part of the solution?

Alexis shares that and much more.

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The Montgomery County Council unanimously passed an updated Forest Conservation Law

The Montgomery County Council unanimously passed an updated Forest Conservation Law

Forest protections are critical in the fight for a clean Potomac River. We are proud to support Montgomery County’s recent passing of an updated Forest Conservation Law. This will not only benefit our drinking water, but also our community’s health, and local ecosystem.

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From sapling to adulting, follow the journey of tomorrow’s trees

From sapling to adulting, follow the journey of tomorrow’s trees

We all know that water is a vital source of life that trees need to grow and thrive. But did you know that water needs trees too?

Learn how critical trees are for a healthy Potomac River and how our Tomorrow’s Trees initiative helps put trees in the ground with the help of our local community.

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A popular Potomac River island received some much-needed TLC on MLK Day weekend

A popular Potomac River island received some much-needed TLC on MLK Day weekend

Despite chilling temps, our 2023 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service cleanups in DC, Maryland, and Virginia saw amazing turnout!

Our fantastic volunteers were joined by Dr. Kandis Boyd, Director of US EPA Chesapeake Bay Program. Read about her experience, the day’s results (including some very strange finds!), and how our community carries on Dr. King’s legacy.

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A Day in the Life: Anna Mudd, our Senior Director of Policy

A Day in the Life: Anna Mudd, our Senior Director of Policy

Ever wonder what a job in clean water advocacy looks like?

Our Senior Director of Advocacy Anna Mudd—whose love for nature and politics led her to pursue a career in this field—shares more about how her job changes with the legislative calendar, what keeps her going, and how building relationships is crucial for achieving success.

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15 **more** tips for getting outside in the cold (and loving it!)

15 **more** tips for getting outside in the cold (and loving it!)

Not keen on spending too much time outside in the winter? It’s OK—we know it can feel rather dreary out there. But there are so many benefits to enjoying the outdoors even when it’s cold!

From bundling habits to outdoor education to fun recreation, these tips will help you get outside, LOVE IT, and look forward to doing it again soon!

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