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A smiling group of people including Gov. Wes Moore and CBF President Hilary Harp Falk stand behind a desk with a map of Holly Beach Farm

Office of Gov. Moore

CBF’s Holly Beach Farm Donation to Maryland DNR Approved

The Maryland Board of Public Works approved the Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CBF)’s donation of Holly Beach Farm to the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), the agency announced yesterday.

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Edward Episcopo

Senate Committee Advances Conservation Bill Extending Essential Bay Watershed Restoration Programs

Bipartisan legislation to extend programs essential to Bay restoration and other regional conservation efforts across the country cleared the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee today by unanimous voice vote.

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The summer sun rises and shines a rainbow of colors across the James River. The CSX A-line bridge crosses the river.

Chris Johnson

Virginia Lawmakers Release Budget With Significant Environmental Investments

Significant investments in cleaner water, conservation, and climate readiness were proposed by Virginia state lawmakers this week as the General Assembly session heads toward the finish line.

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Upcoming Events

Monday, March 18

DC on the Half Shell

5:30-9:00 p.m.
Dock 5 at Union Market
Washington, District of Columbia
Saturday, March 30

Oyster Cage Cleaning

10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Registration Deadline: March 28
Downtown Sailing Center
Baltimore, Maryland
Saturday, April 20

Oyster Cage Cleaning

10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Registration Deadline: April 18
Downtown Sailing Center
Baltimore, Maryland
Thursday, May 9

PEAT Teacher Appreciation

3:45-5:45 p.m.
Registration Deadline: May 5
Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania

Ongoing: Volunteers are invited to join us at Clagett Farm in Maryland on Tuesdays to plant, weed, and harvest food for our CSA and the surrounding community. See our calendar to register.

Where We Work

The Chesapeake Bay's 64,000-square-mile watershed covers parts of six states and is home to more than 18 million people.

CBF has programs in Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and the District of Columbia.

Visit our locations to explore our offices, operations, and education centers.

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The Bay Needs You

The State of the Bay Report makes it clear that the Bay needs our support now more than ever. Your donation helps the Chesapeake Bay Foundation maintain our momentum toward a restored Bay, rivers, and streams for today and generations to come.

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Do you enjoy working with others to help clean the Chesapeake Bay? Do you have a few hours to spare? Whether growing oysters, planting trees, or advocating for a clean Bay, there are plenty of ways you can contribute.

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