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Giddy Up, Partner

Meaningful Partnerships to Promote Native Plants and Sustainable Landscaping Let’s face it: having a great partner makes a world of difference!  That’s true for many facets of life.  But, in this year of upheaval, new normals, and reshaping our interactions, leaning on professional partners has been more crucial than ever to work together to get …

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50 Stories: Alliance Through the Years

Through the years, our logo has remained relatively consistent; Reflecting our commitment to bring together communities, companies, and conservationists to improve the lands and the waters of the Chesapeake Bay

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50 Stories: Interview with William Matuszeski (BMAT)

Retired Director of the Chesapeake Bay Program and Alliance Honorary Director, William Matuszeski (BMAT) reflects on his time working with the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay and his appreciation for our unique work on the local level such as the Alliance’s annual ‘Susquehanna Sojourn’” as well as our ability to connect with the public.

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Meet the Next Generation of Black Environmentalists

During Black History Month this year, I have read several articles about the iconic environmental breakthroughs of George Washington Carver, or the conservationist mindset of Charles Young. However, I found myself seeking more information about today’s Black environmentalists, the spaces they are working in, and how the Alliance can unite and uplift their messages. I’m …

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Water Quality Monitoring and GIS Story Mapping with Alliance Intern Catherine Unger

Catherine Unger (she/her/hers) spent January 2021 as an intern with the Alliance’s Water Quality Monitoring Team where she learned how to use water quality monitoring equipment and developed a GIS Story Map to illustrate water quality data trends.

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Winter in the Forests of the Chesapeake

Colder temperatures, snowpack, shorter days, and reduced food sources create challenges for many organisms throughout the forests of the Bay watershed.

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Pioneers in the Wilderness in the 1970s

How caring for the environment became an “it thing” and hit its stride with the aid of teamwork and collaboration

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Monitor Moment: Camille Grabb

Dedicated, volunteer citizen scientists have been monitoring water quality as part of the RiverTrends project for over 35 years, giving us a invaluable local knowledge and support.

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50 Stories: Dennis Chestnut & His Love for the Anacostia River

Growing up near the Anacostia River created a strong bond between Dennis Chestnut and the water. It’s where he spent his youth, learned to swim, and eventually raised a family. Listen as Dennis tells the story of how the river led him to a greater understanding of the Chesapeake Bay.

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Welcoming Our New Communications Director

The Alliance is very excited to welcome our new Communications Director, Adam Miller, to our team!

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