Rising temperatures in the Potomac River region mean earlier spring blooms—but at what cost?
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Learn what an earlier blooming season means for our increasingly vulnerable urban ecosystems.
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Community leaders come together to raise $270,000 for the Potomac River
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Potomac Conservancy’s signature celebration and fundraiser event was a spectacular night that brought together supporters and friends who are standing up for clean water and our local environment.
Read MoreHow to become a birder: learn from expert Tykee James
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So you've probably heard that birding is a great hobby—it keeps you in touch with nature, it's inexpensive, and you can do it through a window or in a quiet wood. But how do you go from fledgling to eagle-eyed?
We talked to Tykee James, a local expert from the Audubon Society, about easy ways to start birding (and make friends doing it!) and what makes being a Potomac region bird-nerd so special.
Read More7 surprising things volunteer leaders want you to know about the Potomac River
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Monika Hartsel and Brian Cipperly were just recently married on the Potomac River. We caught up with them at an Earth Month cleanup at Jones Point Park in Alexandria, Virginia—and here are seven things they learned as volunteer leaders stewarding our Nation's River.
Read MoreThe Real Reason People Litter – and What You Can Do to Help
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Where does all the trash in the Potomac River come from? Are litterers as careless as we think? And how can we help?
The story is complicated - so let’s break it down and take action!
Read More7 tricks for talking about the climate crisis...so that people will listen
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Can you make a difference for our climate if you’re not an energy policy wonk or oceanographer? Yes, in fact, it’s better that you’re not an expert.
Find out why, six other tips for talking about climate action, and how to get involved today in our local movement on climate.
Read MoreThe Potomac's upstream forests are powerhouses for clean water, but climate and deforestation puts them at risk
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Earth Day and Arbor Day are just around the corner! Let’s take the time to learn about the vulnerable upland forests in the Potomac region, and why protecting these lands is important for clean water.
Read MoreHow many wildflowers can you spot on your next spring hike?
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Our river’s banks, meadows, and woodlands are about to explode with color thanks to hundreds of local wildflower species, so get prepared for the most vibrant time of year with our handy guide to when and where to spot the most beautiful blooms of the Potomac!
Do you know a snowdrop from a spatterdock??
Read MoreWhy we’re obsessed with nature’s water TREEtment plants.
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Trees are a river’s best friend! Check out how trees act as nature’s own Brita filter to keep rivers clean and healthy.
Read MoreRising waters threaten the Potomac’s tidal marshes
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You probably have heard about Treasure Island, but how about Treasure Wetlands?
Learn about the climate threats that the Potomac’s tidal marshes face and how we can protect these priceless lands.
Read MorePotomac Conservancy concludes the region’s first comprehensive climate series — Here’s what we learned
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The climate crisis is here. And so is the final chapter of Rising to the Challenge, the region’s first comprehensive climate report.
Our report and six-part series have revealed the unique ways in which our streams, wildlife, and communities are impacted by a warming climate and extreme weather.
Dive into Part Six to uncover 7 key climate findings that impact the Potomac River — and the nature-based solutions we must support to overcome the crisis of our lifetime!
Read MoreOur favorite local date spots for the outdoor romantic
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Skip Netflix binge-watching, take a hard pass on a crowded restaurant, and get outside to make some memories with your special someone.
Whether you already have plans or still need to make some for the big day, we’ve got you covered with a list of the best outdoor dates on and around the Potomac.
Read MoreSurprising ways 5 local critters survive the cold
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Have you ever wondered how our local critters get through the winter?
Whether it’s packing on the pounds, getting out of Dodge, or cozying up with some friends, Mother Nature has quite an amazing response to the cold. Find out how five common critters spend the winter.
Read MoreRising salt levels in the Potomac River threaten wildlife, drinking water.
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Snow’s certainly not been a stanger this winter! Using salt can keep our roads safe, but it has dangerous consequences for the Potomac River.
Learn about the threat of rising salt levels in the Potomac and its tributaries, and alternatives to traditional salt to keep both our roads and freshwater safe.
Read MoreGenuinely useful tips for getting outside this winter
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Now more than ever, we all need the mental and physical health benefits of getting outside. But how can you take advantage of the winter outdoors without it feeling like a chore?
Check out this list of how to prepare for cold weather, new activities to try, wildlife you can only spot in the winter, and even how to stay in touch with the natural world when you’re determined to stay indoors.
Read MoreWhy do dolphins use the Potomac River?
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Understanding how many bottlenose dolphins in the Potomac-Chesapeake area are reproductive females, the number of calves they’re having, and how many of those calves survive reveals much about the current state of the population and its trajectory.
Discover what the Potomac-Chesapeake Dolphin Project (PCDP) is learning about baby dolphins in the Potomac River and how this research is unlocking key information about the health of the mid-Atlantic dolphin populations.
Read MoreUh, oh. Ticks are surviving winter – Here’s why
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Winter is here, but that doesn’t mean you can let your guard down when it comes to ticks!
Read on to learn about how the climate crisis is leading to rising populations of ticks—and steps we can take to keep the pests out of our backyards.
Read More4 ways Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. left his mark on the environmental movement
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While Dr. King is best known for his role in civil rights actions like the Montgomery Bus Boycott, and his “I Have a Dream” speech during the March on Washington, he also cared deeply about the environment and left his mark on the conservation movement.
Find out why clean water matters to civil rights advocates and how you can help uphold Dr. King’s legacy through action.
Read MoreQUIZ: Name that nut! Test your knowledge of local trees.
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Local and indigenous 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 MoreIndigenous Voices: Discover the beauty of Nanjemoy Creek
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Nanjemoy Creek is known as the “green thumb” of the Potomac River, as it remains so well-forested and pristine. This is in large part thanks to the efforts of the Piscataway people and their efforts to protect their ancestral home.
Hear from Piscataway nation member and Indigenous scholar Gabby Tayac about the connection her people have to Nanjemoy, their history along side it, and how its beauty still inspires her today.
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