Along the Potomac River, the seasonal fruits, nuts, and grains provide a vital nutritional boost for wildlife. But, humans can enjoy many of the wild edibles found along the river in fall too! Discover which ones are in season right now.
Read MoreFrom 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 MoreRooftop 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 MoreWhat’s the real reason sustainable gardening expert Edamarie Mattei is so passionate about getting the most out of the ground? Like most of us, she’s motivated by a delicious meal!
Here’s Edamarie’s personal story of how home-grown food helped her through hard times and her expert tips on turning your yard (or windowsill!) into a river-friendly garden!
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 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 30,000 supporters empowers us to protect and expand streamside forests, pass water protection laws, and restore local shorelines.
Potomac Conservancy
962 Wayne Ave, Suite 540
Silver Spring, MD 20910
EIN: 52-1842501
(301) 608-1188
