Location: Washington, DC

Project Clean Stream Kick Off Event – Washington, DC

Join the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay’s DC staff, DC Greens, The Green Scheme, Friend of Oxon Run Park, and Nature Forward for a cleanup of Oxon Run Park to kick off this spring’s Project Clean Stream season! Gloves, trash bags, water, and light snacks will be provided. Please dress appropriately for the weather and …

Read More

3 Watersheds, 24 Sites, and 80+ Amazing Volunteers

The summer of 2022 marked the fourth year of the DC Citizen Science Water Quality Monitoring program, funded by our partners at the Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE). From May to September, during the peak recreation season, volunteers braved DC traffic each week to collect valuable water quality data about their watershed.

Read More

DC Citizen Science Water Quality Monitoring Training – In-Person

Become a Water Quality Monitoring Citizen Scientist and gain hands-on experience collecting data and water samples throughout the District!

Read More

DC Citizen Science Water Quality Monitoring Training – Virtual

Become a Water Quality Monitoring Citizen Scientist and gain hands-on experience collecting data and water samples throughout the District!

Read More

DC Citizen Science Water Quality Monitoring Training – Virtual

Become a Water Quality Monitoring Citizen Scientist and gain hands-on experience collecting data and water samples throughout the District!

Read More

Spring Garden Care Tips

Depending on where you are in the watershed, this unseasonably warm spell may have your plants getting ready to break dormancy early. Right now is a perfect opportunity to prepare your garden and prevent it from blooming too early.

Read More

Wild & Scenic Film Festival is Almost Here!

Since 2019, the Alliance has brought communities in Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington, DC, together by hosting the Wild & Scenic Film Festival across the watershed. This spring, the Film Festival will provide warmth, inspire action, and raise hope during a time of growth and rebirth.

Read More

Project Clean Stream is Back for 2023

Every year, tens of thousands of volunteers come together to pick up trash from local streams, creeks, rivers, parks, and neighborhoods as part of the Alliance’s Project Clean Stream.

Read More

RiverSmart Homes Rebate Rain Barrel Training

Learn how to install a rain barrel! The District Department of Energy & Environment offers rebates on rain barrels to DC residents.

Read More

5th Annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival in Washington, DC

The Alliance is excited to announce we’re officially bringing our annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival back to in-person in 2023! Learn more now.

Read More