Protecting the land around the Potomac River is critical for its health. We talked with local residents to hear why they think safeguarding the Back Creek region is essential to their community and everyone in the Potomac River watershed.
Read MoreGood news: the Potomac River region’s tree population just got bigger! We’re tree-ting our river with this major sapling planting in the headwaters. Not only will these trees provide shade when they grow tall, they will also help clean our water!
Read MoreOur Potomac River region is home for many plants that serve a dual purpose! They aren’t just pretty to look at, they have other important benefits, too!
The key is, we need to protect the land and water they rely on. Without a healthy environment, these plants can’t thrive!
Read MoreAs lifelong West Virginia residents, the Hogbins are growing increasingly concerned about urban sprawl in their community.
Learn how they’ve been working with Potomac Conservancy to take a stand against development.
Read MoreAs a nationally accredited land trust, Potomac Conservancy works closely with the community to protect streamside forests.
As we celebrate our 30th Anniversary, we’re excited to announce a new initiative to form a special conservation corridor in the Shenandoah Valley. Learn more!
Protecting streamside forests and lands is a critical component of protecting the quality of the water we drink. As a nationally accredited land trust, Potomac Conservancy holds close to 80 conservation easements in the Potomac River headwaters region in Virginia and West Virginia.
Our Stewardship Manager Jeff Feaga spills the beans on what it takes to manage all of these easements, how they benefit communities all along the river, and how he first fell in love with protecting clean water.
Read MoreThe Shenandoah Valley is home to the pristine headwaters of the Potomac River. But for its tight-knit communities, poorly planned encroaching development is an increasing worry to both the region’s ecological health and its long tradition of agricultural and forest economy.
Learn more about the importance of conserving land in the Shenandoah Valley and how Potomac Conservancy and local partners work to protect the Potomac’s upstream lands forever.
Read MoreRestoring the Potomac River to full health is a community-wide effort that requires many strategies to return clean, safe waters to local streams. We combine the power of local land conservation with clean water advocacy work. Read on to learn more about the bills we supported during this year’s legislative sessions on a county-, state-, and federal level, why exactly they matter, and what we are working on next.
Read MoreJust when you thought White Horse Mountain couldn't get any better . . . Learn about Rock Dome Preserve, home to habitat and wildflowers that rarely found anywhere else in the world!
Read MoreWhy is protecting land vital to protecting the Potomac? And how can we make sure it is protected forever?
Find out with our new interactive story map…and explore the lands themselves.
Read MoreIn a year if unexpected challenges, Potomac Conservancy has united with our community to achieve many successes for clean water. Find out how we’re making an impact in our 2019 - 2020 Annual Report.
Read MoreHow well do you know local wildflowers? Can you identify staggerweed? Have you ever tasted a fairy spud? Impress your friends with new trail trivia after taking our wildflower quiz!
Read MoreJust when you thought White Horse Mountain couldn't get any better . . . Learn about Rock Dome Preserve, home to habitat and wildflowers that rarely found anywhere else in the world!
Read MoreLearn about the wood turtle, an endangered local animal that calls the upstream waters of the Potomac home, and find out what we're doing to save them.
Read MoreEvery piece of land has a story to tell. This one just happens to have stories about the Civil War!
Learn more about this unique property’s rich history and ecology, and what tool the Potomac Conservancy is using to keep it permanently protected for clean water.
Read MoreWhy is protecting land vital to protecting the Potomac? And how can we make sure it is protected forever?
Find out with our new interactive story map…and explore the lands themselves.
Read MoreExplore the winter forest! Explore the magical winter woods on land protected by Potomac Conservancy and learn about the season's unique and changing landscapes, animal behavior patterns, and plant life.
Once you’re done learning, test your tracking skills…
Read MoreIt's been a great year for our Nation's River!
From banning harmful pollutants to wildlife comebacks, there's a lot to be thankful for this November.
Read MoreEvery piece of land has a story to tell. This one just happens to have stories about the Civil War!
Learn more about this unique property’s rich history and ecology, and what tool the Potomac Conservancy is using to keep it permanently protected for clean water.
Read MoreAfter four years of hard work, an outpouring of local support, and a ton of legal paperwork — our mission to return White Horse Mountain to the people is officially a success!
Learn more about this new public land and the types of outdoor adventures you and your friends can enjoy on the mountain.
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
