Our community power protected this 1700-acre property a decade ago. Now our Potomac River region is healthier and more resilient because of this easement. This land is forever preserved for future generations to enjoy and recreate on.
Read MoreAlbert, 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.
Read More843 acres of pristine forests and freshwater streams are now linked as permanently protected easements in Virginia’s Back Creek Corridor, one of the most biologically significant stretches of the Potomac River region. A central force in this grassroots conservation success story is John Gavitt, the Back Creek landowner who got his neighbors talking about the remarkable legacy they could leave together.
Read MoreSarah Shores has loved the Potomac River her entire life and knew she wanted to improve it. Not only for herself, but also for her kids’ future. When she started her jewelry business, she found the perfect way to do what she loves and protect what she loves.
Read MoreMelody Starya Mobley was the first Black female forester in the US Forest Service in 1977. We sat down and talked with her to hear about her story and how she is continuing to fight for youth and young environmentalists.
Read MoreThe decline of America’s bald eagles—and their community-powered rebound—was one of the defining moments for the nation’s environmental movement, especially in the Potomac River region. Their road to recovery highlights the importance of preserving ecological balance.
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
962 Wayne Ave, Suite 540
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Call: (301) 608-1188
EIN: 52-1842501
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.
