This category has news about environmental issues that affect the Chesapeake Bay.
DNR Calls on Boaters to Help Prevent Spread of Harmful Zebra Mussels The Maryland Department of Natural Resources recently confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in the lower Susquehanna River. The latest zebra mussels found in Maryland were recovered from … Continued
On November 20th, Governor Martin O’Malley hosted the 2008 annual meeting of the Chesapeake Executive Council (EC) at Union Station in Washington, D.C., marking the 25th anniversary of the regional partnership. The meeting resulted in several significant actions, including regional … Continued
NOAA’s National Ocean Service has announced a 30 day public comment period on a revision to the Chesapeake Bay Virginia National Estuarine Research Reserve Management Plan. Four sites along the York River comprise the Chesapeake Bay Virginia National Estuarine Research … Continued
The Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CBF), the Virginia State Waterman’s Association, the Maryland Watermen’s Association, the Maryland Saltwater Sportfishermen’s Association, former Maryland Governor Harry Hughes, retired Maryland Senator Bernie Fowler, former Virginia legislator and Natural Resources Secretary Tayloe Murphy, and former … Continued
Research indicates significant potential with native oysters for industry and environment, while not demonstrating reasonable assurance that the non-native species will be successful or that it will not harm an already compromised estuary. The Federal government along with Maryland and … Continued