July 25, 2022

5 recent policy wins for the Potomac River you should know about

July 25, 2022/ Daniela Jungova

Restoring the Potomac River to full health is a community-wide effort that requires many strategies to return clean, safe waters to local streams. We combine the power of local land conservation with clean water advocacy work. Read on to learn more about the bills we supported during this year’s legislative sessions on a county-, state-, and federal level, why exactly they matter, and what we are working on next.

December 13, 2021

Ask the Expert: How does your grocery list impact the Potomac River?

December 13, 2021/ Willis Kliefoth

Our friends from Mom’s Organic Market tell you how to write a shopping list that really makes a difference for our local environment and the climate. Check out these 5 quick tips to level up your river-friendly grocery game and find out the #1 action you can take for clean water…

October 05, 2020

Ask the Expert: How does your grocery list impact the Potomac River?

October 05, 2020/ Willis Kliefoth

June 27, 2019

Legislative Round-Up: 7 Clean Water Advocacy Updates from 2019

June 27, 2019/ Willis Kliefoth

We’re only six months into 2019 and the Potomac Conservancy has already had four major victories for clean water! With the help of our advocates, we’re protecting land, forests, and vital streams on the federal, state, and local levels.

There are several more battles for the River to be won, though, so brush up on the issues in our Legislative Recap so you’re prepared to vote in the next election!

May 06, 2019

3 Pollutants in the Potomac River You've Never Heard of

May 06, 2019/ Willis Kliefoth

Though the fight against river pollution is gaining momentum, action still needs to be taken against some of the lesser known contaminants plaguing the Potomac. These pesky pestilences may sound unfamiliar, but they can have catastrophic effects on wildlife and public health.

Find out what these pollutants are, how they get into the water, and what can be done to get them out!

September 29, 2017

You can add these colorful fish to the list of Potomac comebacks

September 29, 2017/ Willis Kliefoth

You can add these cute little fish to the list of returning Potomac wildlife! Their return speaks volumes about improving water quality.

Hear how restoration and conservation are saving upstream waters and protecting healthy habitat.

September 08, 2017

Citing public health threats, local groups sue over Shenandoah River pollution

September 08, 2017/ Willis Kliefoth

Four environmental groups are suing the EPA over pollution levels that pose a risk to public health and local wildlife on a major Potomac tributary upstream of DC.

Find out what river is in trouble and what local groups want to see done to save it.

August 23, 2016

Clean water and cattle: a love story along Middle River

August 23, 2016/ Willis Kliefoth

A cattle farmer and soil scientist walk onto a farm . . .

There's no punch line. Hear the story of Bobby Whitescarver and Jeanne Hoffman whose love led to a marriage of farming and conservation along the Shenandoah Valley's Middle River.

January 11, 2016

Photo Essay: Preserving Agricultural Lands and Rural Culture

January 11, 2016/ Willis Kliefoth

Get a sneak peak at some of our protected riverside farms and hear from Director of Land Protection Tracy Lind about the value of preserving local farmland and agricultural areas.

Find out how our work with local farmers is saving healthy lands, water quality, and rural communities!

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