7 ways urban trees *leaf* communities healthier, cleaner, and thriving
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Have you heard about how tree-mendous urban trees are? Check out these 7 benefits trees have for cities in the Potomac River region!
Read MoreWe went nuts for clean water during the 2024 acorn collection season
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With the summer drought, we saw fewer acorns than usual, but our volunteer squirrels stepped up and helped us make it a successful season!
Find out how many tree nuts we collected this year!
Read MoreWe’re standing united against irresponsible tree removal along the George Washington Memorial Parkway
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Trees are not a luxury, they're an essential natural defense against water pollution and the climate crisis. That's why Potomac Conservancy is standing with local environmental partners to stop further destruction of mature trees along one DC-area highway. Read our joint letter.
Read More7 tree-centric hikes near the Potomac River to fall in love with this autumn
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Is leaf peeping on your fall bucket list? We've gathered the best hikes to see the incredible leaves this season. Trees are critical to our clean water work, so it's important that we appreciate them throughout the year!
Read MoreNature’s mast years: the mystery of the tree's bountiful seeds and acorns in the fall
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Every few years, trees mass produce – a boost in production known as a ‘mast year’. But, exactly why – and how – trees synchronize their production every few years remains a mystery. So, what’s really going on?
Read MoreTree Planting Project in Shepherdstown, WV takes root thanks to key partners coming together
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Good news: the Potomac River region’s tree population just got bigger! We’re tree-ting our river with this major sapling planting in the headwaters. Not only will these trees provide shade when they grow tall, they will also help clean our water!
Read MoreYour voice matters: 4 new policy wins thanks to community support, Potomac Conservancy leadership
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The 2024 legislative session is over, and thanks to you, we saw some great Potomac River successes! Dive in to see which bills passed and which made monumental progress.
Read MoreA Maryland data center project has violated environmental protections
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We partnered with local organizations to share our concerns about environmental damage caused by the Quantum Loophole data centers project in Fredrick County, Maryland.
Read on to see what are our main concerns and recommendations to remedy any environmental harm.
Read MoreTo protect clean water, we need to talk about the Potomac’s English ivy problem
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Beloved ornamental or tree killer? English ivy has blanketed our region, harming trees and reducing biodiversity wherever it grows. We talked with Jon Nowick of Tree Friends United about how to get invasive vines under control.
Read MoreBranch out and explore 5 old-growth forests in the Potomac River region
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Our region’s old-growth forests improve water and air quality, provide vital wildlife habitat, and help fight the climate crisis. And, they also offer a diversity of recreational opportunities! What can’t they do?
Check out these 5 local forests to visit!
Read MoreMontgomery County Forest Coalition bands together for clean water
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Are you worried about your local neighborhood trees in Montgomery County? Us too! Trees are critical to a healthy and thriving Potomac River, which is why we need to protect them!
Read on to see how the Montgomery County Forest Coalition, with leadership from Potomac Conservancy, is fighting for healthier trees in your county.
Read More4 state laws that will make a difference for the Potomac River
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The 2024 Legislative session is in full swing in Maryland and Virginia. Potomac Conservancy and our partners are committed to advancing clean water laws for everyone.
Ready to find out what our priorities are in 2024?
Read More2023 was a “nutty” year for the Potomac River - Here’s why
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Results are in, and our local “squirrels” made a huge impact for clean water.
Find out the most common acorn species collected and how many pounds were donated.
Read MoreOh no, ticks are proving their winter survival skills – discover their secrets
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Winter is here, but that doesn’t mean you can let your guard down when it comes to ticks!
Read on to learn about how the climate crisis is leading to rising populations of ticks—and steps we can take to keep the pests out of our backyards.
Read More2023 Impacts: Strengthening Clean Water Laws
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We helped pass bipartisan laws at every government level that have increased conservation resources, raised environmental protection standards, and funded forest and stream restoration across the region.
Check out what our big policy wins were this year.
Read More5 ways trees are affected by the climate crisis – and how they help combat it
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Forced to contend with increasingly frequent droughts, wildfires, and severe storms, forests are profoundly affected by the warming planet. But, they are also one of the best ways to help combat the effects of a changing climate.
Learn just how critical trees are for our region’s climate resilience and how you can help protect them!
Read MoreMaryland passes historic forest protection legislation
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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.
Read MoreA Day in the Life: Alexis Dickerson, our Sr. Director of Community Conservation
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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.
Read MoreFrom sapling to adulting, follow the journey of tomorrow’s trees
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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.
Read More15 **more** tips for getting outside in the cold (and loving it!)
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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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