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Helping the Bay and Brook Trout at the Same Time
Brandon Keplinger explains how protecting the Potomac River headwaters is good for the whole river, the Chesapeake Bay, and West Virginia's native brook trout.
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Webinar
Why Virginia Should Ban Toxic Pavement Sealants
Toxic pavement sealants are used to protect asphalt and are applied to streets, driveways, and playgrounds. Unfortunately, these pavement sealants are toxic, containing about 1,000 times more PAHs (polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons) than asphalt-based sealants. Hear our speakers describe the harm done by PAHs, what cost-effective alternatives exist, and why CBF will be working on this issue during the 2024 General Assembly session.
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Webinar
Defending Virginia's Wetlands
In this webinar we look at the value of wetlands, the protections they receive in Virginia, and why these protections are at risk.
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The Future of Chesapeake Bay Striped Bass
Data from a recent survey gives valuable insight into the future of the striped bass population and is an important tool in setting fisheries regulations. The Chesapeake Bay and its rivers form a key nursery area for striped bass, and clean water here is critical to the future of the fishery.
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Lafayette Jefferson on Air and Water Pollution in Petersburg, Virginia
Petersburg advocate and resident Lafayette Jefferson discusses his concerns with plans to increase operations at the Petersburg Compressor Station.
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Webinar
We're All in Hot Water
In this webinar, CBF Senior Scientist Doug Meyers and Seth Coffman of Trout Unlimited discuss what's driving water temperatures upward and the ecological implications for the watershed.
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Algae Problems on the Shenandoah River’s North Fork
Every summer, excessive algae growth, fueled by nutrient pollution and warm temperatures, causes problems for people who spend time on the North Fork of the Shenandoah River.
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Educational Video
Blue Crab Lifecycle
Explore the lifecycle of one of the Chesapeake Bay's most iconic residents, the blue crab.
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Fish and Fellowship
Hear from people on the bank of the James River talk about how water bring us together and just plain make life better.
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A Day on the Water with the Blue Crab Winter Dredge Survey
In March 2023, CBF joined researchers from the Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS) for the annual Chesapeake Bay blue crab winter dredge survey.
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All About Oyster Gardening
Find out all about oyster gardening along the Chesapeake Bay! CBF oyster gardeners raise baby oysters in wire cages hung off waterfront docks and care for them for a year until they can be planted on sanctuary reefs.
