Saving the Bay through education, advocacy, litigation, and restoration.
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CalendarFrom tree plantings to special lectures to environmental festivals, check out our events calendar and come join us.
Photo ContestOur annual photo contest features stunning images from around the watershed. Submit your photos or simply come take a peak at past winners.
Clean the Bay DayJune 1 marks the 25th consecutive year Virginians gathered to clean our waters. To date, volunteers have cleaned up more than 5,522,470 pounds of litter!
Bands in the SandThis fun-filled evening at water's edge brings together live music, food, and friends every year all to support the Bay. Come join the party on June 15 !
BayFestOur annual September picnic complete with music, food, outdoor activities, and more in honor of our dedicated volunteers and members throughout the year.
Bay Discovery TripsExplore the Bay with CBF educators on our Stanley Norman skipjack—one of the last of the Chesapeake's famous fleet of skipjacks—or by canoe or fishing boat.
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