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Agriculture Uncovered: Why the Alliance is Investing in Ag Conservation

The methods used to farm have lasting impacts on water and habitat quality, animal welfare, farmers’ livelihoods, and access to fresh foods.

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What is Proggin’? – A Natural Treasure Hunting Pastime

Proggin’ is a very Chesapeake-specific term for beachcombing. My family and I have spent hours just walking the shore, looking down at what washed up.

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Thank you for another great Wild & Scenic Film Fest!

Thank you to everyone who joined us from March 4-6 across the watershed for the Alliance’s 5th Annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival!

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Going Farther Together for Cleaner Rivers and Streams

Spring is here and the Alliance is gearing up for another season of planting more trees, coordinating volunteer cleanups, and strengthening our partnerships. But as an organization that receives substantial federal funding, we have been keeping a close eye on the emerging priorities of the new Administration.

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What’s Poppin’? Phenological Fun: Shrub Willow

Shrub willows are notoriously challenging to identify, but provide numerous benefits to Chesapeake forests and streams!

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Large Caliper Bare Root Tree Planting: A Game-Changer for Urban Green Spaces

Despite the challenges, large caliper bare root trees are a fast, cost-effective way to green up cities.

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Spring Garden Tips: There’s a Right Time for Everything

Spring is right around the corner, but don’t trim back your dormant plants just yet! While this year’s colder-than-normal winter might have you wanting to get back in the garden, it’s important to wait until the last freeze of the season before starting spring cleaning.

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What a trip to Key West taught me about Chesapeake Bay conservation

As someone who works in communications, where my job can be boiled down to making people care more about the Chesapeake Bay, this little lesson on marine ecology, delivered by a weather-beaten boat captain no less, was no doubt the highlight of my trip.

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Discounted RiverSmart Maintenance Available for DC Residents!

Do you live in the Anacostia watershed? The Alliance is offering up to 75% off of maintenance for your installations!

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What is a watershed anyway? – understanding the Chesapeake Bay watershed

A lot of us clean water enthusiasts have probably heard the word “watershed” countless times. But what does the word actually mean?

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