This category has news about environmental issues that affect the Chesapeake Bay.
Research indicates significant potential with native oysters for industry and environment, while not demonstrating reasonable assurance that the non-native species will be successful or that it will not harm an already compromised estuary. The Federal government along with Maryland and … Continued
Did you know that the septic systems many of us use actually leak nitrogen that can harm the Chesapeake Bay, your stream, and our drinking water? If you own a septic system, you can get a FREE upgrade to make … Continued
Recognizing the challenges facing Maryland’s commercial fishing industry and the Chesapeake Bay’s blue crab population, earlier this year Governor Martin O’Malley worked with members of the General Assembly to secure $3 million in capital funding for projects to help mitigate … Continued
The following message from VMRC should be of interest to anyone that is in favor of restoring the Chesapeake Bay watershed. We’re looking to form a flotilla one morning next month for an hour. The Elizabeth River Project will hold … Continued
Toxic Algae Bloom Identified in POTOMAC RIVER TRIBUTARY, MATTAWOMAN CREEK Dept. of Natural Resources Asks Potomac Watershed Residents For Help to Prevent Future Harmful Algal Blooms Routine water quality monitoring by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources and the Morgan … Continued