The 2024 Legislative session is in full swing in Maryland and Virginia. Potomac Conservancy and our partners are committed to advancing clean water laws for everyone.
Ready to find out what our priorities are in 2024?
Read MoreBarren trees and icy waters may dominate the landscape during this season, but there is also subtle beauty.
Keep an eye out for these seven resilient plants in the Potomac River region.
Read MoreFrom aquatic life deep underwater to majestic birds soaring overhead, and every living thing in between, there's one thing these animals all have in common: they consider the Potomac their home.
Learn more about some of the amazing species that live in and around the river, and ways you can help defend them against pollution, habitat loss, and the climate crisis.
Results are in, and our local “squirrels” made a huge impact for clean water.
Find out the most common acorn species collected and how many pounds were donated.
Read MoreExcited to get outside this winter but not sure where to start? Team Potomac has helpful recommendations about gear, hikes, and what to listen to this season!
Read MoreWondering if you should volunteer to remove trash from the Potomac River?
We asked a Maryland local why litter cleanups are important to our environment and water quality!
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!
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 MoreWait, there’s dolphins in the Potomac? Yes! Dive into how disease has affected this dolphin population.
Spoiler: it isn’t all bad news!
Read MoreOur hands-on stewardship activities have removed of litter from local waterways and engaged thousands of volunteers in cleanup, trail maintenance, water recreation, and tree restoration activities.
Find out what we accomplished this year!
Read MoreWe helped pass bipartisan laws at every government level that have increased conservation resources, raised environmental protection standards, and funded forest and stream restoration across the region.
Check out what our big policy wins were this year.
Read MoreAll lands in the United States are the ancestral lands of Indigenous peoples. If we want to build an equitable and sustainable movement to protect the Potomac River, our local lands, and the climate, we must learn from Indigenous people and their legacy of environmental activism.
Read MoreThe Potomac River’s ecologically rich habitat is home to over a thousand species of animals, and some of the coolest ones around are also the creepiest.
This Halloween, conquer your fears by discovering which animals just put on a spooky face and which are actually scary!
Read MoreIt’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.
Read MoreThe Potomac River has been shaping its physical surroundings for over 3 million years when it was first formed—and for thousands of years, it has played a critical role in the lives of the communities that settled along its banks. Inevitably, humans shaped the river back. Where does that leave us now?
Read MoreAlong the Potomac River, the seasonal fruits, nuts, and grains provide a vital nutritional boost for wildlife. But, humans can enjoy many of the wild edibles found along the river in fall too! Discover which ones are in season right now.
Read MoreLearn more about what national park status would mean for the Chesapeake Bay’s residents, wildlife, ecosystems, and economy!
Read MoreThe health of the Potomac River is multifaceted, which is why we looked at several key indicators in the 2023 Potomac River Report Card.
Find out how the nation’s river scored in the “People” category, and why looking at recreational trends is insightful for the overall health of the Potomac.
Read MoreFrom boosting public health to protecting local wildlife to bolstering city infrastructure, land conservation positively impacts our community in more ways than we may think.
Read about some of the less obvious ways protecting the Potomac River’s lands supports our local ecosystems and communities!
Read MoreWhile fishing in the Potomac River is not yet safe, Potomac Conservancy is working hard to change that.
Check out some of the reasons why eating fish caught in the river may put our health at risk, and what actions we can take for clean water.
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
962 Wayne Ave, Suite 540
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Call: (301) 608-1188
EIN: 52-1842501
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.
