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Join Our Mission: We’re Looking for New Board Members in Washington, DC!

Are you a Washington, DC resident with a heart for the environment and a knack for leadership? We want to hear from you!

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Agriculture Uncovered: No-till Organic Grain Production

Tillage is a particularly common tool in organic grain production because of its uses in weed control. One impact of tillage is that it breaks up the soil structure. However, soil’s structure is what holds it together and reduces erosion from wind or rain.

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Welcome to our 2026 Pennsylvania Field Crew!

The Alliance is excited to welcome our newest Watershed Conservation Field Technicians! Join us for some Technician Q&A below to learn more about the team.

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Set Course to Help Migratory Birds this Spring

From February to May, the Atlantic Flyway — the broad migration super highway that runs through eastern North America from Florida to northern Quebec (and the other way around in the fall) — turns our region into one of the busiest routes of migratory birds in North America.

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Seeking Contractors For Accessible Trail on School Grounds – Richmond, VA

The Alliance is seeking bids for a professional contractor to collaborate on and install an ADA accessible nature trail at Amelia Street School in Richmond, VA.

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Improving a Nature Preserve for Clean Water

The Alliance worked with JBWS staff to reforest 36 acres of former agricultural fields and plant meadow on an additional 17.5 acres. By establishing new forests and a meadow, the project provides a myriad of benefits to the park, but also, to water quality.

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Share Your Expertise at the 21st Annual Chesapeake Watershed Forum

We are officially seeking speakers for our 21st annual event! Do you have research, a tool, or a success story that could empower your peers? We are looking for sessions that explore “Practical Solutions for People and Planet.”

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Invitations for Bids: Green Infrastructure Best Management Practice Installation in D.C. (Multiple Projects)

The Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay (“Alliance”) is soliciting four separate bids from qualified and licensed professional landscape contractors to install best management practices (BMPs) at one or multiple partner locations in the District of Columbia through the District Department of Energy & Environment’s RiverSmart Communities Grant Program: Installation of permeable interlocking pavers Location: Tabernacle …

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Reduce Your Stormwater: Rain Barrels

A rain barrel is a containment system connected to your downspout that collects rain water from a roof to store water for later use. Stored rainwater can be used around the outside of the home for watering gardens, lawns, and even car washing.

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The 2026 Wild & Scenic Film Festival Lineup is Here!

Wild & Scenic Film Festival tickets are on sale now! We hope to see you in Annapolis, MD, Washington, DC, Lancaster, PA, or virtually for these 9 incredible films, guest speakers, door prizes, and more!

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