Rebecca Long
Rebecca is a life long Washingtonian and grew up exploring the lands and waters of the watershed at her back door, the Potomac. Rebecca currently serves as CBF's Digital Engagement and Social Media Manager and is always looking for the next opportunity to get CBF to go viral—in the good way.
She has a degree in environmental geology from the University of Mary Washington. Prior to joining CBF, Rebecca worked on community outreach and digital communications for Potomac Conservancy, the EPA, and American Rivers.
In her free time, Rebecca enjoys paddling the Bay's many rivers and streams, honing her outdoor photography skills, hanging out with her cat, Little Dude, and playing third base for one of her three summer softball leagues.
Rebecca is no longer at CBF.
Rebecca's Posts
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How to Have a Bay-Friendly Thanksgiving
November 23, 2021
Discover five ways to celebrate our Bay, rivers, and streams this Thanksgiving.
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5 Ways to Celebrate the Bay this Thanksgiving
November 17, 2020
You can have your turkey and save the Bay, too. (And don't forget the oyster stuffing!)
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The Five Spookiest Things of 2020
October 28, 2020
From ghost-like masks blowing in the breeze to scream worthy cuts to important Bay funding, 2020 has been the year of many tricks and very little treats.
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Leaf Peeping around the Chesapeake Region
October 15, 2020
Check out some of our favorite spots around the watershed to enjoy fall foliage.
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The Original Inhabitants of Our Land
October 12, 2020
To honor these Indigenous communities of the Bay region, we want to acknowledge the original stewards of the land on which our office buildings sit.
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Raking Leaves? Drop the Rake and Stop What You’re Doing
October 8, 2020
Tell your housemates and HOA, you’re saving the Bay by not raking!
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Every Saturday in October, Buy Chesapeake Bay Seafood
October 1, 2020
Following Governor Hogan’s lead, we’re calling on Bay region residents to buy Bay seafood and help local economies for National Seafood Month.
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Formerly Redlined Areas of Richmond Are Going Green
September 15, 2020
Excessive heat, discriminative housing practices, and trees are three things that may not immediately seem connected, but in Richmond, Virginia, their connection is coming to light.
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Back to School with CBF OWL
September 3, 2020
Our educators are gearing up to join virtual classrooms through our new CBF Online Watershed Learning (OWL) program. We sit down with three CBF educators to ask them about our new virtual learning program and what they're excited for in the coming months.
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Close Out Summer with a Bay Bucket List
August 25, 2020
Summer 2020 wasn’t what any of us expected, but that doesn’t mean we can’t get out and explore the Bay region!
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The Nansemond Indian Nation Joins the Chesapeake Oyster Alliance
August 19, 2020
Despite being pushed from their land, the Nansemond people preserved their identity and are helping to bring back the Bay's keystone species.
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Are There Sharks in the Chesapeake Bay?
August 11, 2020
Swimming and boating are two of the best activities to beat the summer heat, but could sharks be lurking just below the surface?
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Don't Forget Your Meat Tenderizer, Jellyfish Have Invaded the Chesapeake
July 30, 2020
As if we needed another thing to worry about in 2020, sea nettles (jellyfish) have taken over a large portion of the Bay.
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In a Win for the Bay, Atlantic Coast Pipeline Cancelled
July 13, 2020
In a landmark victory for the environment and people across the watershed, earlier this month Dominion Energy and Duke Energy announced they are cancelling the Atlantic Coast Pipeline project
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Following COVID-19 Restrictions, Oyster Restoration is Back
June 25, 2020
After a nearly three-month pause, oyster restoration is back in both Virginia and Maryland.
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Enjoying the Bay’s Bounty from Home
March 20, 2020
Help local, small businesses get through this uncertain time while also saving the Bay!
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Maryland Students Need Outdoor Education
February 24, 2020
Following an elimination of funding to aid Maryland environmental education experiences, students and educators speak out.
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And the Winner Is…
February 13, 2020
We asked for your help to name the bald eagle pair that’s taken to nesting near CBF’s Philip Merrill Center. The results are in!
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And the Winner Is…
February 13, 2020
We asked for your help to name the bald eagle pair that’s taken to nesting near CBF’s Philip Merrill Center. The results are in!
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Five Women in Science Who Called the Chesapeake Home
February 11, 2020
These incredible women have a connection to the Chesapeake Bay region and are pioneers in the sciences.
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6 Ways to Celebrate the Bay this Thanksgiving
November 27, 2019
You can have your turkey and save the Bay, too. (And pie of course.)
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New Sanctuary Will Protect Potomac’s ‘Ghost Fleet’
July 26, 2019
After years of hard work, this paddling destination will have federal protection.
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Don’t Worry—the Oyster Emoji Is Here
July 17, 2019
In honor of World Emoji Day, we’re celebrating the release of the oyster emoji and all there is to love about this critical Bay critter.
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D.C. May Have Had a Little Rain
July 12, 2019
After record-breaking rains and flooding across the Chesapeake region, is this the new normal?
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Is Clean Air Blowing Away in the Wind?
June 28, 2019
The Trump administration’s Affordable Clean Energy Plan is another missed opportunity to reduce nitrogen pollution and address sources of pollution that cause climate change.
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The Year of the Students
April 25, 2019
Students all across the watershed have played an active role advocating for our environment in state legislative sessions this year
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What’s Your Chesapeake Bay Sign?
April 18, 2019
Throw those traditional astrological animal signs out the window—we have your new Chesapeake Bay spirit animals
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Waters of the United States—What Is That?
April 2, 2019
Protection of streams and wetlands is vital to the health of the Chesapeake Bay
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Books for the Future Bay Saver
March 2, 2019
This Read Across America Day help your young reader learn more about the Chesapeake Bay and the world around them.
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So, You're the Bay's Valentine?
February 12, 2019
This Valentine’s Day, show some love for your Bay-Bae!
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Top Five Facebook Posts of 2018
December 27, 2018
Did any of these posts show up on your Facebook feed?
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Defining the Chesapeake
November 28, 2018
Exploring the rich Native American history that is intrinsic to our region’s identity.
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Pesky Leaves on Your Perfect Lawn? We've Got You Covered
November 14, 2018
Autumn is here! Make sure you take care of your leaves the Bay-friendly way.
