This local Volunteer Leader brought communities together to make a big (2 tons of trash worth) splash for the Potomac

This local Volunteer Leader brought communities together to make a big (2 tons of trash worth) splash for the Potomac

Albert, a D.C. resident and dedicated Volunteer Leader, has led nine cleanups across the Potomac River region, removing over two tons of trash with the help of community volunteers. His efforts show how every cleanup strengthens both the health of our river and the bonds within our neighborhoods. 

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5 old-growth forests in the Potomac River region to expand your hiking repertoire

5 old-growth forests in the Potomac River region to expand your hiking repertoire

Our region’s old-growth forests improve water and air quality, provide vital wildlife habitat, and help fight the climate crisis. And, they also offer a diversity of recreational opportunities! What can’t they do? Check out these 5 local forests to visit!

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What will win the title of “Strangest Trash from Our 2024 Cleanups”?

What will win the title of “Strangest Trash from Our 2024 Cleanups”?

Our dedicated team of river-loving volunteers removed literal tons of trash from our parks and waterways this year. This isn’t just important for keeping our water clean—it can also be a lot of fun! Take a look at some of the most unusual litter they found at our cleanups.

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Branch out and explore 5 old-growth forests in the Potomac River region

Branch out and explore 5 old-growth forests in the Potomac River region

Our region’s old-growth forests improve water and air quality, provide vital wildlife habitat, and help fight the climate crisis. And, they also offer a diversity of recreational opportunities! What can’t they do?

Check out these 5 local forests to visit!

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A Day in the Life: Alexis Dickerson, our Sr. Director of Community Conservation

A Day in the Life: Alexis Dickerson, our Sr. Director of Community Conservation

Want to know why a community working together is critical for meeting our region’s clean water needs? Curious to learn how local residents are realizing their vision for a healthy Potomac River and how you can become a part of the solution?

Alexis shares that and much more.

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A popular Potomac River island received some much-needed TLC on MLK Day weekend

A popular Potomac River island received some much-needed TLC on MLK Day weekend

Despite chilling temps, our 2023 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service cleanups in DC, Maryland, and Virginia saw amazing turnout!

Our fantastic volunteers were joined by Dr. Kandis Boyd, Director of US EPA Chesapeake Bay Program. Read about her experience, the day’s results (including some very strange finds!), and how our community carries on Dr. King’s legacy.

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7 surprising things volunteer leaders want you to know about the Potomac River

7 surprising things volunteer leaders want you to know about the Potomac River

Monika Hartsel and Brian Cipperly were just recently married on the Potomac River. We caught up with them at an Earth Month cleanup at Jones Point Park in Alexandria, Virginia—and here are seven things they learned as volunteer leaders stewarding our Nation's River.

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6 types of trash that harm local animals (and what you can do to help)

6 types of trash that harm local animals (and what you can do to help)

We’re fortunate to live in one of the most ecologically diverse regions in the country! The Potomac River is home to over 1,000 species of animals, but litter is threatening the critters that share our local lands and waters.

Discover 6 types of trash that pose the biggest risk to local wildlife — and what you can do to help!

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Young people are leading a movement for clean water - here’s why

Young people are leading a movement for clean water - here’s why

You may have seen students marching for climate action, but did you know they’re also leading the movement for clean water?

Learn about what these environmentally-conscious college students are doing to protect the Potomac and why they think it’s so vital.

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6 types of trash that harm local animals (and what you can do to help)

6 types of trash that harm local animals (and what you can do to help)

We’re fortunate to live in one of the most ecologically diverse regions in the country! The Potomac River is home to over 1,000 species of animals, but litter is threatening the critters that share our local lands and waters.

Discover 6 types of trash that pose the biggest risk to local wildlife — and what you can do to help!

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Why does densely populated DC have so much wildlife?

Why does densely populated DC have so much wildlife?

A quick Google search of the phrase "DC area wildlife sightings" kicks back thousands of results. From bears and bats to coyotes, dolphins, and eagles - it's clear we are not the only ones living here.

But why is our densely populated metro area of more than 5 million people home to so much wildlife?

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