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Reflection of trees in Maryland's Middle Patuxent River

Bob Garrigus

CBF Welcomes Maryland’s New Congressional Delegation, Urges Continued Bay Commitments

At a critical moment for federal leadership in the future of Chesapeake Bay restoration, Maryland voters have elected new members to Congress.

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The sun sets over water with waves crashing on rocks in the foreground.

Tammy Moore

CBF Congratulates Virginia’s New Congressional Delegation

As a pivotal moment arrives for Chesapeake Bay restoration, Virginia voters have chosen three new members to send to Congress next year.

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The sun rises over still water. There are long, scattered clouds across the sky with gold tones and a shining sun. The silhouette of a boat, dock, and marsh grass are in the foreground.

Dean Thomas Harrison

Trump-Vance Win Comes as 2025 Bay Restoration Deadline Looms

Former President Donald Trump and Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance have been declared the winners of the 2024 presidential election. This comes at a critical juncture for the Chesapeake Bay restoration effort, which faces a 2025 deadline under the current cleanup agreement and questions about what comes next. 

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Upcoming Events

Tuesday, November 12

Maryland Shellfish Aquaculture Conference

8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Registration Deadline: November 10
The Westin Annapolis Hotel
Annapolis, Maryland
Thursday, November 14

Carroll County Tree Planting

9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Registration Deadline: November 12
Westminster, Maryland
Saturday, November 16

Oakwood Playground Tree Planting

9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Registration Deadline: November 14
Richmond, Virginia
Saturday, December 7

Baltimore Oyster Cage Cleaning at Lighthouse Point Marina

10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Registration Deadline: December 5
Baltimore, Maryland

Ongoing: Volunteers are invited to join us at Clagett Farm in Maryland on Tuesdays to plant, weed, and harvest food for our CSA and the surrounding community. See our calendar to register.

Where We Work

The Chesapeake Bay's 64,000-square-mile watershed covers parts of six states and is home to more than 18 million people.

CBF has programs in Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and the District of Columbia.

Visit our locations to explore our offices, operations, and education centers.

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The Bay Needs You

The State of the Bay Report makes it clear that the Bay needs our support now more than ever. Your donation helps the Chesapeake Bay Foundation maintain our momentum toward a restored Bay, rivers, and streams for today and generations to come.

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Do you enjoy working with others to help clean the Chesapeake Bay? Do you have a few hours to spare? Whether growing oysters, planting trees, or advocating for a clean Bay, there are plenty of ways you can contribute.

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