The Potomac River has been shaping its physical surroundings for over 3 million years when it was first formed—and for thousands of years, it has played a critical role in the lives of the communities that settled along its banks. Inevitably, humans shaped the river back. Where does that leave us now?
Read MoreRead about an Arlington couple whose shared love for the Potomac River inspired them to give back to the local community in a truly unique way.
Read MoreThe Potomac River has been shaping its physical surroundings for over 3 million years when it was first formed—and for thousands of years, it has played a critical role in the lives of the communities that settled along its banks. Inevitably, humans shaped the river back. Where does that leave us now?
Read MoreA riverside scavenger hunt suitable for all ages! Whether you want to deepen your knowledge of Potomac River flora or simply spice up your spring strolls with an activity, we’ve got your next adventure sorted!
Read MoreA riverside scavenger hunt suitable for all ages! Whether you want to deepen your knowledge of Potomac River flora or simply spice up your spring strolls with an activity, we’ve got your next adventure sorted!
Read MoreJune is Great Outdoors Month! What better way to celebrate than to get outside and get fit?
Ditch the treadmill and give your workout a boost by heading down to the river.
Read MoreRaise your glass to Rebecca: avid paddler, River Center volunteer, and donor!
Just think. The Potomac would be restored with swimmable and fishable waters much sooner if the river had more friends like Rebecca. Hear from her directly and learn what drove her to get involved in the fight for clean water.
Read MoreWe talk a lot about the value of the Potomac as a source of drinking water and destination for recreation.
But what about as a place for spiritual exploration?
Hike along the Billy Goat Trail with Melissa from Team Potomac and Beth Norcross with the Center for Spirituality in Nature as they explore the spiritual value of our hometown river.
Read MoreA Maryland Department of Natural Resources and U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service survey indicates the non-native snakehead species has spread into the C&O Canal and the Upper Potomac River.
Learn why this is bad news for the Potomac and what local anglers can do to help.
The region’s leading clean water advocate, fighting to ensure the Potomac River boasts clean drinking water, healthy lands, and connected communities.
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