To protect clean water, we need to talk about the Potomac’s English ivy problem

To protect clean water, we need to talk about the Potomac’s English ivy problem

Beloved ornamental or tree killer? English ivy has blanketed our region, harming trees and reducing biodiversity wherever it grows. We talked with Jon Nowick of Tree Friends United about how to get invasive vines under control.

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Potomac Conservancy celebrates 30 years of fighting for clean water

Potomac Conservancy celebrates 30 years of fighting for clean water

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.

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Thank you for helping sustain the river that sustains us all

Thank you for helping sustain the river that sustains us all

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.

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5 local plants you'd never guess are invasive (and what you can replace them with)

5 local plants you'd never guess are invasive (and what you can replace them with)

Say 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.

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Frederick County Maryland Gets Back on Track

Frederick County Maryland Gets Back on Track

Hard work by the Clean Water Frederick coalition has paid off in Frederick County, Maryland, where the County Council has increased spending on restoration projects by nearly one million dollars. 

For the county that's home to some of the most polluted streams in the state, that's huge news. 

Get more details about this clean water win. 

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