Why paying attention to small streams matters in the big picture of Potomac River water quality

Why paying attention to small streams matters in the big picture of Potomac River water quality

Streams might seem small, but they have a big impact on water quality, wildlife, and the health of the Potomac River. Changes in flow can concentrate pollutants, erode streambanks, and stress aquatic life. The climate crisis, causing shifts in rainfall and evaporation, makes these challenges even greater. Potomac Conservancy protects streams by conserving land, organizing local cleanups, and advocating for river-friendly policies, ensuring healthy streams today and a resilient Potomac watershed for the future.

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Potomac Conservancy helps protect 200 acres near Strasburg, Virginia, home to two historic Civil War battlefields

Potomac Conservancy helps protect 200 acres near Strasburg, Virginia, home to two historic Civil War battlefields

Every 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.

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This land witnessed the Civil War and it's got quite a few stories to tell.

This land witnessed the Civil War and it's got quite a few stories to tell.

Every 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.

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