Stories by Jenna Valente
Jenna developed a passion for conservation through her outdoorsy nature and upbringing in Hawaii, Washington State and Maine. A graduate of Virginia Tech's Executive Master of Natural Resources program and University of Maine's School of Communication and Journalism, she welcomes any opportunity to educate the public about the importance of caring for the environment.
Biologists track bay grass abundance for clues about water quality
June 13, 2013Underwater grasses are sensitive to pollution and an indicator of Bay health.
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Urban wetland provides refuge for Baltimore wildlife
June 3, 2013Manmade wetland replenishes wildlife habitat and mitigates pollution in the Chesapeake Bay.
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Farm’s conservation practices cut pollution at its source
May 13, 2013This father and son duo has implemented best management practices on their farm.
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Ten invasive species of the Chesapeake Bay
April 22, 2013Meet the most disruptive invasives currently living in the Chesapeake Bay watershed
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