Fish, plants and birds are not the only members of the Chesapeake Bay ecosystem — humans are a large part of it as well. You may think you have very little impact on the Bay, but collectively, the 16.6 million people living in the Chesapeake watershed play a very significant role in the health of the Bay and its many tributaries. It will take the actions of all of us — from changing to more Bay-friendly habits to exploring the natural wonders the Chesapeake region has to offer — for Bay restoration to be a success.
Want to get out and enjoy the Bay or one of its rivers? Check out this list of activities, attractions and other places to visit and explore the Chesapeake's history, culture and natural beauty.
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Places to Visit
Find a fun and exciting Bay-related event to attend with this list of upcoming events happening across the Chesapeake watershed. Events range from nature workshops for children and families to bird walks to restoration activities like trash clean-ups and invasive plant removals.
For Bay restoration to be a success, we all must do our part. Our everyday actions — from fertilizing our lawns to driving our cars — have a major impact on the Bay, one that can't be fixed by government and non-profit restoration partners alone.
In Your Home |
In Your Backyard |
On the Road |
On the Water |
At Work |
At School
Use this directory to find and get involved with a small watershed organization in your area. Watershed organizations are essential partners in Bay restoration, mobilizing citizens and helping to protect and conserve the Bay and its rivers, streams and natural lands.
Students, teachers, watershed organizations and local government officials can search these pages for specialized links and resources to help understand and join the Bay restoration effort.
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Businesses