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Executive Director of the Chesapeake Bay Commission, Ann Swanson reflects on the early years of bay conservation and her time spent working with Fran Flanigan. Fran taught Ann how important it was to work with and listen to the community. Ann worked closely with the Alliance as we became the leading convener of voices throughout …
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The Chesapeake Monitoring Cooperative (CMC) works with diverse partners to collect and share new and existing water quality data. This data aims to help develop a comprehensive understanding of Chesapeake Bay watershed health. Check out the full report of CMC’s achievements from 2015-2021 HERE.
Meet Imogene Treble, a volunteer water quality monitor with the RiverTrends program since February of 2019. Imogene is a retired chemist from New Jersey who moved to Spotsylvania, Virginia to spend more time with her grandchildren. Soon after settling in Virginia, she learned about the Master Naturalist program, completed her training in 2016, and has …
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 …
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
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 …
Colder temperatures, snowpack, shorter days, and reduced food sources create challenges for many organisms throughout the forests of the Bay watershed.
How caring for the environment became an “it thing” and hit its stride with the aid of teamwork and collaboration
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.
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.
