The Potomac River is only as healthy as its surrounding land. Sometimes we need to get our hands dirty for clean water and conservation easement landowners know that song best. But what are they actually worried about and working on? Here are their top 3 concerns.
Read MoreThe Eastern box turtle may not move fast, but it has a lasting impact. Found across the eastern United States, including our neck of the woods, this small, land-dwelling turtle supports healthy forests through its feeding habits and movement across the region. Your Potomac River 2026 Critter of the Year is a reminder that even the smallest critters in our ecosystems have a major role in its health!
Read MoreHere’s your guide for cherry blossom locations across the Potomac River region that offer fun ways to celebrate the season, spend time in green spaces, and connect with the communities across the watershed. Explore the towns these local blossom spots are in and make a day of experiencing one of the best times of year in the region.
Read MoreExperience the Potomac region in a new way this winter. With fewer crowds, clearer views, and quiet trails, these hikes provide a different experience than in warmer months. From frozen waterfalls to panoramic overlooks, winter offers some of the most rewarding hiking adventures of the year, when you bundle up and stay safe.
Read MoreOur community power protected this 1700-acre property a decade ago. Now our Potomac River region is healthier and more resilient because of this easement. This land is forever preserved for future generations to enjoy and recreate on.
Read MoreWhat’s a cousin of our river otters, has a tail over half as long as its body, and strikes fear in the hearts of porcupines? Read on to find out!
Read MoreProtecting the land around the Potomac River is critical for its health. We talked with local residents to hear why they think safeguarding the Back Creek region is essential to their community and everyone in the Potomac River watershed.
Read MoreGood news: the Potomac River region’s tree population just got bigger! We’re tree-ting our river with this major sapling planting in the headwaters. Not only will these trees provide shade when they grow tall, they will also help clean our water!
Read MoreWe appreciate the work of the Beyond 2025 Steering Committee but feel the recommendations do not go far and move quickly enough. The following letter offer alternative recommendations for the Chesapeake Executive Council to consider adopting at their annual meeting in December:
Read MoreThe summer is heating up, and we have insider tips on how to beat the heat.
Even though swimming in DC is illegal, there are other ways to enjoy the water around the Potomac River region this season!
Read MoreAs lifelong West Virginia residents, the Hogbins are growing increasingly concerned about urban sprawl in their community.
Learn how they’ve been working with Potomac Conservancy to take a stand against development.
Read MoreAs a nationally accredited land trust, Potomac Conservancy works closely with the community to protect streamside forests.
As we celebrate our 30th Anniversary, we’re excited to announce a new initiative to form a special conservation corridor in the Shenandoah Valley. Learn more!
This heat is no joke!
Cool off this summer by checking out these local swimming holes. You can find the best one for you and your family right here in the Potomac River region.
Read MoreProtecting streamside forests and lands is a critical component of protecting the quality of the water we drink. As a nationally accredited land trust, Potomac Conservancy holds close to 80 conservation easements in the Potomac River headwaters region in Virginia and West Virginia.
Our Stewardship Manager Jeff Feaga spills the beans on what it takes to manage all of these easements, how they benefit communities all along the river, and how he first fell in love with protecting clean water.
Read MoreAh, the holidays. It’s one of our favorite times of year. But December can also be—dare we say it—a rather wasteful month. Let’s make this holiday season a tad greener this year! Check out 10 simple tips and tricks from our staff for a memorable, river-friendly holiday season.
Read MoreWho needs a pool when we live by the water?
As summer heats up, here are our picks for safe, open, clean water spots in the Potomac River region to cool off.
Read MoreSkip Netflix binge-watching, take a hard pass on a crowded restaurant, and get outside to make some memories with your special someone.
Whether you already have plans or still need to make some for the big day, we’ve got you covered with a list of the best outdoor dates on and around the Potomac.
Read MoreDid you know that there are dozens of bat species that call the Potomac River region home…and that many of them are under threat or endangered? Luckily, the work we do to conserve our local lands and waters can also help protect these vulnerable creatures. Take this quiz to get to know some of the bats hanging around in our backyards!
Read MoreScience says that getting on or near water can ease the collective stress we’re all feeling due to the climate crisis and COVID-19. That’s why protecting our natural resources is more important now than ever.
Here’s how you can help keep our local waterways clean and publicly accessible during a time of crisis.
Read MoreWho needs a pool when we live by the water?
As summer heats up, here are our picks for safe, open, clean water spots in the Potomac River regions to cool off.
Read MoreThe region’s leading clean water advocate, fighting to ensure the Potomac River boasts clean drinking water, healthy lands, and connected communities.
Potomac Conservancy
4500 East-West Highway, Suite 150
Bethesda, MD 20814
Call: (301) 608-1188
EIN: 52-1842501
Potomac Conservancy is a nationally accredited land trust and clean water leader in the Potomac River region. We’re committed to restoring the Potomac to full health for the five million people who rely on the river for drinking water and outdoor enjoyment. We improve local water quality through land conservation initiatives that effectively stop pollution from entering our streams and tributaries. Our impassioned base of 42,000 supporters empowers us to protect and expand streamside forests, pass water protection laws, and restore local shorelines.
