Our favorite local date spots for the outdoor romantic
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Do something different for Valentine's Day this year and plan an outdoor date!
Check out our list of the best local places to explore with your special someone.
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3 ways to show your love for the Potomac
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Water you doing for Valentine's Day?
Why not sign up to get your hands dirty and show the Potomac some love at an upcoming spring cleanup! Here are 3 chances to Act Local and spread the love for clean water.
Read MoreFrom skinny dipping to midday fishing trips, here's how presidents enjoyed the Potomac
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To celebrate Presidents' Day, we compiled some fun facts about how past presidents enjoyed the Potomac. You might be surprised to learn the river has borne witness to more than one naked commander in chief.
Read MoreThere’s a new animal in town. Here are tips on what to do if you spot one.
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Maybe you've heard rumors, or maybe you've seen one yourself. Either way, we're here to spread the news: coyotes are here to stay.
Here are some tips on what to do if you encounter one and other fun facts about our new neighbors.
These 3 laws could have a huge impact on local forests. Get Vocal and tell leaders to protect local trees!
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Local trees need your help! Legislation in Frederick County, Maryland, in the Maryland State House, and at the federal level could all have a big impact on Potomac forests.
Make your voice heard by speaking up on these bills to protect local trees.
Two ways to 'Get Vocal, Act Local' for clean water this month
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Make 2018 the year you Get Vocal and Act Local!
To kick off the new year, here are two ways you can take action and make a difference for the Potomac today.
Read MoreUpstream land conservation protects locally endangered turtle
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Learn 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 MoreGreen roofs gaining traction as method to curb urban polluted runoff
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An increasing number of businesses and local governments are turning to green roofs to curb pollution, which is welcome news for our rivers and streams.
Find out what local county is leading the charge in renovating rooftops to make its communities more river friendly.
Read MorePotomac River study reveals close link between air and water pollution
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Rain isn't the only thing falls from the sky and ends up in our rivers and streams.
Find out what a new study of the Potomac River tells us about the connection between air and water pollution and learn how federal clean air threats might affect local waters.
Read MoreHarvey and Maria are the new norm. What can we do?
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With climate change making stronger storms a reality, how can our communities brace for the future?
Science gives us some insights into the importance of river friendly growth and conservation. Find out what your neighborhood can do.
Get to know the businesses that support a cleaner Potomac!
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It's not easy picking up 5 tons of trash, planting hundreds of trees, or collecting thousands of acorns, and although we know our volunteers are the best around, they couldn't have done it without some behind the scenes help. Meet the clean water conscious businesses behind Team Potomac!
Read MoreYou can add these colorful fish to the list of Potomac comebacks
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You can add these cute little fish to the list of returning Potomac wildlife! Their return speaks volumes about improving water quality.
Hear how restoration and conservation are saving upstream waters and protecting healthy habitat.
Read More3 threats to the Potomac River with serious scare potential
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If you're looking for a good scare this Halloween season, look no further.
There might not be ghosts and ghouls polluting the Potomac, but the threats that are out there are downright monstrous.
Read MoreQUIZ: Name that nut! Test your knowledge of local trees.
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Native trees don't just deliver a treat in the form of fall foliage this time of year. They also cover the ground in their acorns and seeds, which are more important to than you might realize.
Test your nut knowledge and find out how you can do your part this fall to protect local trees.
Read MoreCiting public health threats, local groups sue over Shenandoah River pollution
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Four environmental groups are suing the EPA over pollution levels that pose a risk to public health and local wildlife on a major Potomac tributary upstream of DC.
Find out what river is in trouble and what local groups want to see done to save it.
Read MoreNew trash skimmers are picking up tons (literally) of litter in local rivers
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What's big, blue, and on a mission to clean up our local rivers? Flotsam and Jetsam!
Find out how DC Water's newest boats will help the Potomac and Anacostia rivers.
Read MoreDozens, hundreds, thousands? Just how many dolphins are there in the Potomac?
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Have you heard the news? There are dolphins in the Potomac River!
And there might be more than anyone ever imagined. Find out how you can help scientists learn more about the Potomac dolphins.
Read MoreA first for DC: Nation’s Triathlon teams up with Potomac Conservancy to promote clean water, conservation
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A new clean water partnership is taking shape. The Nation’s Triathlon is joining forces with Potomac Conservancy, enabling triathletes and their families to join the fight for a cleaner, healthier Potomac River.
Read MoreCoast Guard wants to kick paddlers off the Potomac when Trump is golfing
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In July, the Coast Guard announced a new policy restricting public access to the Potomac whenever President Trump golfs at his course along the river.
Get the latest following an unexpected announcement from the head of the Coast Guard and find out how to make your voice heard. The public comment period is open until August 9.
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