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New Report Explores Ecological, Economic Effects of Oyster Reef Restoration

Researchers found in one Chesapeake Bay river system that restored oyster reefs could boost the blue crab population—and the economy.
June 05, 2020 - Feature Story ,
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Coastal Projects to Enhance Recreational Fishing and Restore Habitat

Nearly $170,000 will support habitat restoration projects in Alaska, Washington, California, and Virginia.
April 02, 2020 - Feature Story ,
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Top Habitat Highlights of 2019

Among many efforts in 2019, we made progress on restoring corals, opened up rivers and tide channels for fish, and worked with communities to restore habitat across the U.S. and territories. Here are some highlights.
January 09, 2020 - Feature Story ,
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NOAA Chesapeake Bay Office Offers Five 2020 Summer Internships

College students can explore fisheries science, policy, climate, environmental education, and data visualization.
December 23, 2019 - Feature Story ,
Two college students are on board a NOAA research vessel. The young woman and young man are each wearing baseball caps and lifejackets. She is holding a net; he is holding a board with a fish on it.

Chesapeake Bay Environmental Education Funding Opportunity Available; Recent Grantees Announced

NOAA's Bay-Watershed Education and Training program supports student learning and teacher training in places including the Chesapeake Bay watershed.
December 13, 2019 - Feature Story ,
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Conservation Partners to Restore Nearshore Habitat in Virginia

NOAA and partners are working to restore nearshore habitat for fish and other Bay species in Virginia's Middle Peninsula area.
December 04, 2019 - Feature Story ,
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Oyster Restoration Resumes in Virginia's Lynnhaven River

After a two-year hiatus, reef construction is back in action, thanks in part to NOAA funding.
October 16, 2019 - Feature Story ,
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NOAA Chesapeake Bay Office Releases Report to Congress

Biennial update describes work on fisheries science, oyster restoration, and much more.
May 16, 2019 - Feature Story ,
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Checking in on Chesapeake Bay Striped Bass

Anglers up and down the Chesapeake are eager to wet a line and land a striped bass, but concern about population levels is altering plans
May 06, 2019 - Feature Story ,
On a boat, a woman wearing a camouflage jacket and thick orange gloves holds a large striped bass

How Outdoor Time Can Be a Learning Experience for Students

In the Chesapeake watershed, educators are building the next generation of Bay stewards by sharing meaningful watershed educational experiences with them. What exactly are these "MWEEs"?
March 13, 2019 - Feature Story ,
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