7 ways urban trees *leaf* communities healthier, cleaner, and thriving
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Have you heard about how tree-mendous urban trees are? Check out these 7 benefits trees have for cities in the Potomac River region!
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Team Potomac celebrated our 30th anniversary paddling on the Potomac
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Potomac Conservancy turned 30 this year! To celebrate, we hosted a paddle celebration to bring together the Potomac River’s biggest fans!
Caring about the Potomac is our favorite thing to do, second is enjoying the river!
Read MoreWater is life. Discover how we're restoring the Potomac River for clean water and thriving communities
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One of Potomac Conservancy’s Maryland Climate Corps members took her passion for a healthy Potomac River and transformed it into a video detailing the importance of clean water.
Are you ready to be inspired?
Read MoreMicroplastics are not a small issue when it comes to the Potomac River
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Microplastics are contributing to the degradation of the Potomac River’s health. But, what does that mean and what can we do about it?
Let’s break it down together and take action!
Read MoreDoes picking up trash really make a difference for the Potomac?
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Wondering if you should volunteer to remove trash from the Potomac River?
We asked a Maryland local why litter cleanups are important to our environment and water quality!
Read More2023 Impacts: Catalyzing Community Power for Clean Water
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Our hands-on stewardship activities have removed of litter from local waterways and engaged thousands of volunteers in cleanup, trail maintenance, water recreation, and tree restoration activities.
Find out what we accomplished this year!
Read MorePotomac Conservancy celebrates 30 years of fighting for clean water
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It’s been said that to know where you’re going, you have to know where you’ve been…
We reflect on Potomac Conservancy’s 30-year history of conservation achievements and the work that still lies ahead of us to return swimmable and fishable waters to our community.
Read MoreHistory we should know: How the Potomac shaped our community
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The Potomac River has been shaping its physical surroundings for over 3 million years when it was first formed—and for thousands of years, it has played a critical role in the lives of the communities that settled along its banks. Inevitably, humans shaped the river back. Where does that leave us now?
Read More“People” are a measure of water quality. Here’s why.
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The health of the Potomac River is multifaceted, which is why we looked at several key indicators in the 2023 Potomac River Report Card.
Find out how the nation’s river scored in the “People” category, and why looking at recreational trends is insightful for the overall health of the Potomac.
Read More5 less obvious benefits of land conservation
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From boosting public health to protecting local wildlife to bolstering city infrastructure, land conservation positively impacts our community in more ways than we may think.
Read about some of the less obvious ways protecting the Potomac River’s lands supports our local ecosystems and communities!
Read MoreThe Potomac River is trashed with plastic litter - Here's why
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Where does all the trash in the Potomac River come from? Are litterers as careless as we think? And how can we help?
The story is complicated - so let’s break it down and take action!
Read MoreThe power of the “aha” moment in creating lasting change for the Potomac River
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Nothing in nature is permanent—but even one person’s efforts to create positive change can leave a lasting impact!
Read on to see how shoreline cleanups build our community’s muscle to create change in this world.
Read More"Wedded to the river” for their entire lives, this couple sets their hearts on giving back
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Read about an Arlington couple whose shared love for the Potomac River inspired them to give back to the local community in a truly unique way.
Read More15 tips for getting outside this winter
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All of us need the mental and physical health benefits of getting outside—yes, even in the winter. How can you take advantage of the cold outdoors without it feeling like a chore?
Check out this list of how to prepare for cold weather, new activities to try, wildlife you can only spot in the winter, and even how to make a difference for your local community.
Read MoreA Day in the Life: Weyessa McAlister, our Director of Community Conservation
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Team Potomac is small but mighty! Meet Weyessa, our Director of Community Conservation: DC Metro, whose passion for clean water led him to co-found a nonprofit that builds wells in his native Ethiopia and mobilize our local communities to protect the Potomac River. Learn more about what drives Weyessa and what his job looks like here at the Conservancy!
Read MoreIt’s a wrap! Results from our acorn collection season
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Our local community got nuts for clean water this fall, collecting thousands of pounds of indigenous tree nuts that will be grown into future forests. Learn more about how you can help defend clean water by getting involved with Tomorrow’s Trees next season!
Read MoreUp Top Acres’ farms are firmly planted on DC roofs
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Rooftop farms provide many amazing benefits to their urban communities—and DC is not an exception! They improve air quality, reduce the urban heat island effect, insulate buildings, and provide amenities to the city’s residents. What’s more, rooftop farms serve as rainwater buffers, reducing pollution from stormwater runoff and making waves for clean water in our city!
Read MoreThank you for helping sustain the river that sustains us all
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Clean water starts with every single one of us, and our collective actions are making a difference. Read our President’s letter about how Potomac Conservancy’s forest protection, clean water advocacy, and community cleanup programs have been critical to reducing pollution and returning clean, safe waters to area streams—and how people like you are making all of this possible.
Read MoreHistory we should know: How the Potomac shaped our community
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The Potomac River has been shaping its physical surroundings for over 3 million years when it was first formed—and for thousands of years, it has played a critical role in the lives of the communities that settled along its banks. Inevitably, humans shaped the river back. Where does that leave us now?
Read MoreAnnouncing Tomorrow's Trees, a people-powered initiative to re-forest the Potomac River region
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The leaves are falling and so are the acorns!
Potomac Conservancy is rebooting and expanding our local acorn collection initiative under a new name: Tomorrow's Trees. Learn more about this exciting roots-to-rivers program and how you can tap your inner squirrel and start collecting acorns this fall.
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