The nation’s river is one step closer to being fishable and swimmable
May 30, 2023The health grade of the Potomac River raises to a “B”
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Chesapeake Bay
Our History
We are a regional partnership working together to meet the goals of the Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement.
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Explore the hidden habitats of Baltimore’s Inner Harbor
May 26, 2023 in Travel, Recreation and Culture and WildlifeA turtle island, floating wetlands, oyster cages and more are sprinkled throughout the waterfront
40 years of dedication to Chesapeake Bay oysters—and their many benefits
May 25, 2023 in Restoration SpotlightNOAA’s role in advancing oyster habitat restoration in the Chesapeake Bay
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Restoring a National Treasure
Our partnership is governed by the Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement, which established 10 goals and 31 outcomes that guide the restoration of the Bay, its tributaries and the lands that surround them.
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Bay Trivia
Uncover interesting details about the Bay’s geography, flora, fauna and people.
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Field Guide to the Chesapeake
Explore the Field Guide to learn about more than 250 species of birds, fish, insects, invertebrates, mammals, plants, reptiles and amphibians that live in the Chesapeake Bay region.
Piping plover
Charadrius melodus
Critter of the month
Piping plover is a small, sand-colored bird that nests along the Atlantic Coast.
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