Not keen on spending too much time outside in the winter? It’s OK—we know it can feel rather dreary out there. But there are so many benefits to enjoying the outdoors even when it’s cold!
From bundling habits to outdoor education to fun recreation, these tips will help you get outside, LOVE IT, and look forward to doing it again soon!
Read MoreAll 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 MoreSay it ain't so! That flower you love might actually be harming the environment and endangering local wildlife. And you might not even realize it.
Become an expert at spotting and stopping invasive plants in your backyard.
Read MoreNow more than ever, we all need the mental and physical health benefits of getting outside. But how can you take advantage of the winter 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 stay in touch with the natural world when you’re determined to stay indoors.
Read MoreIn this incredibly stressful time, it’s important to indulge in nature’s restorative powers and take time to unwind. Some of the best relaxation activities can also help our local environment…if you do them right. We’ve got lots of suggestions for self-care methods for nature lovers, and tips and resources for how to do them in a river-friendly way.
Read MoreSay it ain't so! That flower you love might actually be harming the environment and endangering local wildlife. And you might not even realize it.
Become an expert at spotting and stopping invasive plants in your backyard - and learn what you can plant instead.
Read MoreNow more than ever, we all need the mental and physical health benefits of getting outside. But how can you take advantage of the winter 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 stay in touch with the natural world when you’re determined to stay indoors.
Read MoreIn this incredibly stressful year, it’s important to indulge in nature’s restorative powers and take time to unwind. Some of the best relaxation activities can also help our local environment…if you do them right. We’ve got lots of suggestions for self-care methods for nature lovers, and tips and resources for how to do them in a river-friendly way.
Read MoreIt’s time to start planning your winter garden.
Here are 6 ways you can care for a beautiful winter garden that will keep our our rivers clean and our birds and bees happy.
Read MoreSay it ain't so! That flower you love might actually be harming the environment and endangering local wildlife. And you might not even realize it.
Become an expert at spotting and stopping invasive plants in your backyard.
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 MorePut that green thumb to good use this winter.
Here are 6 ways you can care for a beautiful winter garden that will keep our our rivers clean and our birds and bees happy.
Read MoreSay it ain't so! That flower you love might actually be harming the environment and endangering local wildlife. And you might not even realize it.
Become an expert at spotting and stopping invasive plants in your backyard.
Read MoreWe can easily take for granted the plants in our own backyard. In addition to keeping our rivers clean and healthy, native plants had many medicinal uses in the past.
Learn which local plants Native Americans used to treat illnesses, and see if you can find any of them growing near you throughout the year.
Read MorePut that green thumb to good use this winter.
Here are 6 ways you can care for a beautiful winter garden that will keep our our rivers clean and our birds and bees happy.
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
