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• The Nature Conservancy Is Mobilizing the World’s Largest Seagrass Restoration Project along Virginia’s Eastern Shore

  Oyster, VA
  Topic (Oceans & Coasts)
  May 10, 2012 2012 05 10

  Eelgrass is important habitat for scallops, crabs and other life in our ocean and bays Learn More

• The Nature Conservancy Is Looking for Your Favorite Green Restaurant – Nominations Are Open in Washington, DC and Virginia

  Washington, DC
  May 02, 2012 2012 05 02

  Who is serving sustainable seafood or local produce, recycling oyster shells for the Chesapeake Bay, or saving energy in their restaurant, and who will get your vote? Learn More

• Maryland/DC and Virginia Chapters of The Nature Conservancy to Celebrate Earth Day at Parkway Classic on April 22

  Alexandria, VA
  Topic (Events)
  April 11, 2012 2012 04 11

  Ultra-Marathoner Scott Jurek will set the pace for Team Nature runners who are protecting and restoring the Chesapeake Bay and natural treasures around the world Learn More

• The Nature Conservancy’s Team Nature is Joining the 37th Marine Corps Marathon on October 28: Healthy You and Healthy Planet

  Bethesda, MD
  Topic (Events)
  March 07, 2012 2012 03 07

  Team Nature is looking for runners to help make the ‘people’s marathon’ a marathon for people and nature; money raised will support Conservancy work locally and globally Learn More

• The Nature Conservancy in Maryland/DC and Virginia Announces Fundraising Challenge for Local Runners to Help Chesapeake Bay

  BETHESDA, MD
  Topic (Events)
  January 17, 2012 2012 01 17

  Top 20 fundraisers receive guaranteed entry to GW Parkway Classic on Earth Day April 22; money raised will help restore oyster reefs and other Chesapeake Bay habitats Learn More

• MD/DC and VA Chapters of The Nature Conservancy Team Up with Pacers Events
  

  September 20, 2011 2011 09 20

  Helping Runners Go Green and Support the Chesapeake Bay
  Partnership will offer runners tips to green their running routines and support local restoration projects to help the Chesapeake Bay including rebuilding oyster populations Learn More

• Governor O'Malley Launches GreenPrint, Proposes Historic Land Conservation Acreage

  ANNAPOLIS, MD
  December 8, 2008 2008 12 08

  Governor announces Rural Legacy Grants and proposes over 9,200 acres of conserved landscape Learn More

• The Nature Conservancy and Oyster Recovery Partnership Plant Five Million Oysters in Harris Creek, Tributary to the Chesapeake Bay

  BETHESDA, MD
  Topic (Oceans & Coasts)
  July 26, 2011 2011 07 26

  The goal is to improve habitat for fish, local water quality and help to rebuild oyster populations in the bay. Learn More

• Maryland/DC and Virginia Chapters of Nature Conservancy Welcome LEAF Students to Local Nature Preserves

  BETHESDA, MD
  July 11, 2011 2011 07 11

  Leaders in Environmental Action for the Future (LEAF), now in its 17th year, connects students from urban settings with nature landscapes and helps them continue their environmental education during the summer Learn More

• Third Annual Earth Day 5K in Silver Spring, MD Benefitting The Nature Conservancy

  BETHESDA, MD
  Topic (Rivers & Lakes)
  January 18, 2011 2011 01 18

  Proceeds from the Earth Day 5K on April 30, 2011 will help restore oyster populations in the Chesapeake Bay Learn More

• The Nature Conservancy Appoints New Land Manager for Nassawango Creek Preserve

  BETHESDA, MD
  July, 11 2006

  Son of the late “Nassawango Joe” to oversee stewardship of state’s largest privately owned nature preserve Learn More

• Conservation groups work with farmers to conserve 1,435 acre near Little Blackwater River

  CAMBRIDGE, MD
  January 29, 2008 2008 01 29

  Voluntary easement to protect large forest and farmland Learn More

• Nature Conservancy and Maryland Environmental Trust protect 128-acre farm along Potomac tributary in Allegany County

  CUMBERLAND, MD
  February 19, 2008 2008 02 19

  Voluntary easement to protect forest buffer along tributary to Sideling Hill Creek Learn More

• Study Examines Air Pollution’s Effects on Ecosystems; Finds Widespread, Serious Impacts

  ARLINGTON, VA
  July 21, 2008 2008 07 21

  Report Highlights Necessary Changes in Air Quality Standards and Regulations Learn More

• The Nature Conservancy Reacts to First U.S. Auction of Carbon Dioxide Allowances

  ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA
  Topic (Climate Change)
  September 25, 2008 2008 09 25

  RGGI is an agreement among 10 Northeast and Mid-Atlantic states to limit — and ultimately reduce — the amount of carbon dioxide their power generators emit. Learn More

• Chesapeake Bay Foundation and The Nature Conservancy Support Native Oyster Alternatives in Environmental Impact Study

  ANNAPOLIS, MD & ARLINGTON, VA
  Topic (Oceans & Coasts)
  October 14, 2008 2008 10 14

  Research indicates significant potential with native oysters for industry and environment, while not demonstrating reasonable assurance that the non-native species will be successful or that it will not harm an already compromised estuary Learn More

• Chesapeake Bay Foundation and The Nature Conservancy Applaud Oyster EIS Decision

  ANNAPOLIS, MD and ARLINGTON, VA
  April 6, 2009 2009 04 06

  The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has rejected the introduction of a foreign oyster in the Bay Learn More

• Rare Hybrid Orchid Discovered on Eastern Shore

  SNOW HILL, MD
  Topic (Conservation Lands)
  August 10, 2009 2009 08 10

  Orchid growth is response to record prescribed burns Learn More

• Congress Approves Funding for Potomac River

  WASHINGTON, D.C.
  Topic (Rivers & Lakes)
  November 2, 2009 2009 11 02

  $585,000 will go towards first-time analysis to identify human and ecosystem needs for Potomac’s water supply Learn More

• Suffolk Farm Protected at Dividing Creek; State’s First Rural Legacy Easement in Somerset County

  POCOMOKE CITY, MD
  Topic (Forests)
  August 19, 2009 2009 08 19

  Watershed is home to 20 rare wildlife and plant species Learn More

Shad face obstacle course in annual run

The Washington Post

May 16, 2011

Conservation groups work to restore the shad population along the East Coast.

Maryland’s plan to boost Chesapeake Bay oysters will require a lot of hanky-panky

The Washington Post

May 01, 2011

Maryland recently embarked on a new effort to increase the Chesapeake Bay's oyster population, encouraging them to procreate by expanding their habitat, increasing aquaculture farming and setting aside larger river sanctuaries to protect them from harvesters.

Teamwork restores Potomac River shorelines

The Washington Post

November 04, 2010

The Nature Conservancy and partners have teamed to restore several parcels of shoreline in an effort to return the Potomac River to its natural state.

Expedition Voices: The Nature Conservancy's Stephanie Flack

Blue Legacy

November 01, 2010

The Conservancy's Stephanie Flack discusses the Potomac River, the river that runs through America's capital.

Water Funds: Coase in South America (and New York)

by Maryland/DC supporter Dr. Donald Marron

October 03, 2010

Understanding water funds around the world.

Why Congress needs to fulfill the Land and Water Conservation Fund

by Maryland director Nat Williams
The Baltimore Sun

July 26, 2010

Maryland/DC state director, Nat Williams, explains why full funding of the Land and Water Conservation Fund is critical.

Art with a bittersweet twist: Couple turn a pesky vine into sculptures

The Washington Post

June 13, 2010

Sculptors Paula Stone and Seth Goldstein turn invasive plants into art.

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