UPCOMING WEBINARS | RECORDED WEBINARS
From freshwater mussels to microplastics, from trees in urban environments to dolphins in the Bay—there's always something new to explore and learn about in the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Whether it's a connection between critters and habitat that we weren’t aware of, a research paper that changes our thinking, or an innovative technology or practice that shows promise for promoting cleaner water, CBF experts (and sometimes special guests!) are bringing exciting Bay topics directly to you.
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UPCOMING WEBINARS
DOLPHIN WATCH: TRACKING DOLPHINS IN THE BAY
June 17, 2020
12:00-1:00 p.m.
Is there anything more magical than having dolphins frolicking (you can’t just call it swimming) alongside your kayak or sailboat? Amber Fandel, Research Analyst with the Chesapeake Biological Lab has been investigating dolphin behavior as part of conservation efforts across the U.S. since 2012. She’ll share where and when dolphins are being sighted and how you can help track their progress up the Bay. " Register Now
RECORDED WEBINARS
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Plastics and Microplastics: An Emerging Global Issue Webinar
20 May 2020 01:05:22Join us for for a discussion on plastics, microplastics, and their environmental impact. Part of CBF's "Making Waves" webinar series.
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Birds on the Bay Webinar
14 May 2020 00:28:00We are seeing and hearing more from our feathered friends during this time of stillness. But did you know that birds are also indicators for clean water?
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Blue Crabs: Claw and Order Webinar
07 May 2020 00:32:23CBF experts discuss the latest information about the Chesapeake's blue crabs.
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BEC Learning Series: Offshore Drilling? Not In My Bay!
05 May 2020 01:02:57This month's Brock Environmental Center Learning Series takes a look at the controversial topic of offshore drilling along the Atlantic Coast and potential impacts to Chesapeake Bay restoration efforts, wildlife, and more.
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Climate Change: A Scientist and a Lawyer Walk into a Webinar
30 Apr 2020 00:32:25Climate change is causing dire problems, such as sea level rise and negative impacts to fish and underwater grass populations. What is the science behind these challenges? What actions are we taking to reduce these impacts? Or conversely… What actions are we taking to reverse proposed rules that could worsen these issues? Join CBF's senior legal and science experts to delve into these questions and more.
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Clean Water Grows on Trees
23 Apr 2020 00:32:26Trees cleanse the air and provide shade in the summer. But did you know that trees are a crucial part of cleaning up local rivers and streams?
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Discovering the Secrets of Freshwater Mussels
20 Apr 2020 1:03:04Prepare to be amazed at the lifecycle, survival strategies, and filtering capacity of mussels.
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Oyster Farming on the Bay
09 Apr 2020 00:32:47Meet an economist who contributed to a recent report on aquaculture and hear directly from an oyster farmer about how he and others have been dealing with the disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Dolphins in the Bay!
02 Apr 2020 00:31:56Why are dolphins visiting the Bay and what does it mean for the Bay? Join CBF experts as we answer these questions and many more!
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Throwing Shade: Heat Islands, Public Health, and Clean Water
22 Jan 2020 00:42:22Cities are full of asphalt, roads, and brick whose hard, dark surfaces absorb the sun's heat, making cities hot—referred to as the "heat island" effect. But there are ways to improve the health of city residents by "throwing shade." Part of CBF's "Making Waves" webinar series.
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Forests on the Water
20 Nov 2019 00:42:43Forested buffers—stretches of native trees, shrubs, and plants along streams and rivers—keep our waterways clean and healthy. This webinar looks at new options for expanding these critical resources in Virginia. Part of CBF's "Making Waves" webinar series.
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Environmental Impact Bond Webinar
09 May 2018 00:54:13CBF held a webinar in March 2018 to introduce our Green Infrastructure and Environmental Impact Bonds project.
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The Moment in Time for the Chesapeake Bay Webinar
19 Oct 2012 0:13:02Harry Campbell, Chesapeake Bay Foundation Senior Scientist, discusses the state of the Bay and Pennsylvania streams, and what CBF is doing to protect and restore our waters.
