Team Potomac celebrated our 30th anniversary paddling on the Potomac
/ Guest User[VIDEO] Our 30th Anniversary Paddle event
Potomac Conservancy turned 30 this year! To celebrate, we hosted a paddle celebration to bring together the Potomac River’s biggest fans!
As we commemorate three decades of restoring the Potomac River, we find ourselves at a momentous juncture—a place where the past converges with the future and where the currents of our work have carried us to waters of hope and possibility.
Through tireless work, community engagement, and forging strong partnerships, we have united a powerful movement that is driving transformational change for clean water.
The Potomac River has made a remarkable comeback. In just over 10 years, the river's health has improved from a dismal "D" grade to a "B." Now, that's progress!
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