Household use of water, electricity and cleaners does not start and end in our homes—it has a direct effect on the health of the Bay and its watershed. Help the Bay while performing your everyday household tasks.
While we may think the actions we take in our yards are contained within our fences, runoff from fertilizers, pesticides and pet waste collectively have a big impact on our local streams, creeks, rivers—and ultimately the Bay.
We often think of the Bay's pollution problems in terms of water pollution. However, air pollution is a huge contributor to the Bay's poor health, because what goes into the air must eventually come back down.
The Chesapeake and its many tributaries are a boater's paradise, a sailor's heaven and a fisherman's dream. Follow these tips to make your time on the water good clean fun for both you and life in the Bay.
Americans spend an average of 40 to 50 hours per week at work—often creating waste and using energy and resources. So even if you live Bay-consciously at home, you can't forget the Chesapeake from nine to five.
While you may spend your summers swimming, boating or simply enjoying the Bay or one of its many rivers and creeks, heading into the classroom each fall doesn't mean you should forget about the region's water resources.