Stories by Catherine Krikstan
Catherine Krikstan is a web writer at the Chesapeake Bay Program. She began writing about the watershed as a reporter in Annapolis, Md., where she covered algae blooms and climate change and interviewed hog farmers and watermen. She lives in Washington, D.C.
Shad abundance surpasses restoration goals in Potomac, Rappahannock
May 8, 2015The migratory fish forms a critical link in the Chesapeake Bay food web.
Read storyChesapeake Bay’s blue crab population shows modest rise
April 27, 2015Adult female crabs are no longer depleted, but remain below the 215 million population target
Read storyBy the Numbers: 33
April 27, 2015The number of fish species that have ascended a fish lift, ladder or other structure in the state of Maryland
Read storyRunoff has sent more nitrogen, sediment into Bay than anticipated
April 6, 2015New data has given the Chesapeake Bay Program a more accurate picture of pollution in the watershed.
Read storyExperts consider Chesapeake Bay an ecosystem in recovery
February 3, 2015The latest Bay Barometer offers a science-based snapshot of watershed health and restoration.
Read storyPollution levels in nine rivers remain below long-term average in 2013
January 23, 2015Lowering nutrient and sediment loads could have a positive impact on the Chesapeake Bay.
Read storyBay Foundation estimates economic benefits of a restored Chesapeake
October 6, 2014Once implemented, the watershed’s “pollution diet” could generate $130 billion each year.
Read storyChesapeake Forest Champions honored for efforts to conserve trees
October 1, 2014The Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay celebrated four winners at the Chesapeake Watershed Forum.
Read storyLetter from Leadership: Environmental literacy matters
September 30, 2014Today's students will play a critical role in preserving the health of tomorrow's Chesapeake Bay.
Read story$9.8 million in grant funds will reduce pollution, restore habitats in Chesapeake Bay
September 23, 2014The Stewardship Fund will support 45 projects across the watershed.
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