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The Clearwater Box captures crystal clear underwater photos even in murky waters with zero visibility. This is extremely valuable for monitoring underwater oyster reefs that would otherwise be inaccessible.
Photo: Nick Caloyianis Productions/CBF
Today the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation awarded two grants for oyster restoration in the Lynnhaven River to Lynnhaven River NOW and the Chesapeake Bay Foundation.
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Forest loss results in degradation of local water quality, as forests soak up pollutants in water runoff and prevent erosion.
Photo: CBF Staff
The Chesapeake Bay Foundation is strongly supporting an Anne Arundel County bill that is designed to reduce the county’s significant forest loss.
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