Higher river flows in the spring push back the ocean's salty influence; in autumn, drier weather diminishes river flow and the ocean marches up the estuary. The habitats and migration patterns of many Bay creatures, including Blue crabs, oysters, and striped bass, rely on this cycle of change.
Visit our baby lambs and calves, enjoy the farm, bring a picnic.
Join us for fishing, a canoe paddle, or maybe a ride on our skipjack. Check the current schedule.
Announcing a new partnership to improve water quality in Pennsylvania and the Bay.
Each year, on the first Saturday of June, thousands of Virginians simultaneously descend on the rivers, streams, and beaches of the Chesapeake Bay watershed to remove harmful litter and debris. Join us!
Help us restore forested streamside buffers.
Sign our pledge today to say thank you to students and who are protecting and restoring clean water for future generations.
Calling all restaurants and oyster lovers--If you serve oysters or enjoy them this season we want to recycle your shells.
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