Watershed Protection

Updated: November 21, 2022

Landscapes that Help the Chesapeake Bay - FS 701

Water flowing from the landscape after rain or during irrigation can pick up sediments and nutrients that pollute streams, rivers, and the Chesapeake Bay.

Updated: November 21, 2022

Pond and Watershed Management

Prior to digging or re-digging a pond, landowners need to contact their Soil Conservation District or Natural Resources Conservation Service Office to obtain the appropriate permits. In most counties, these offices can offer assistance in pond sitting and design.

Updated: November 10, 2022

Pond Management Calendar and Record Keeping Log

Updated: October 12, 2022

Calvert County Watershed Stewards Academy

The Watershed Stewards Academy (WSA) is a training program to empower residents to improve the quality of local waterways.

Updated: August 19, 2022

What Happens after Phragmites is Killed? (EBR-59)

Non-native Phragmites australis can negatively impact wetlands by altering hydrology, displacing plants and animals, and increasing fire potential. Researchers are trying to understand if eradicating Phragmites without replanting the marsh with native plants can result in negative impacts to the marsh. Authors: Eric Buehl, Andrew Baldwin, Sylvia Jacobson, Karin Kettenring, Melissa McCormick, Dennis Whigham; Title: What Happens after Phragmites is Killed? (EBR-59)

Updated: July 27, 2022