The world’s leading scientists are calling for dramatic increases in conservation efforts to conserve 30% of the Earth’s lands and waters by 2030. Here in the Chesapeake, we’re working with partners to conserve 30% of the Chesapeake’s lands and waters by 2030, which is critical for climate resilience, biodiversity and water quality. Conserving land and forests in the Chesapeake watershed provides habitat for wildlife and does a job that nature intended—filtering stormwater before it reaches the Bay, helping to prevent sediment and nutrients from entering our waterways.

When we conserve land, we also strive to ensure that it is open to the public for recreation, often by expanding or creating new parks and wildlife refuges. We believe in Bay access for all to develop the next generation of Chesapeake Bay advocates. We have partnered to create 248 new public access sites and engage diverse park visitors through our bilingual ranger program and a new bilingual nature center at Maryland’s Sandy Point State Park. Learn more below, or see "Our Impact" for a full list.