Anacostia Watershed Society Blog

Dear Friends, At the Anacostia Watershed Society, collaboration is more than a value—it’s a cornerstone of our mission. Whether through community-based groups, government agencies, or global initiatives, our partnerships are…

New River Terrace Tuffboom Will Keep Tons of Trash Out of The Anacostia River! We are proud to announce the installation of a newly designed trash boom at River Terrace…

Download PDF of this blog post Since its inception in 1989, the Anacostia Watershed Society has worked tirelessly to remove tons of trash from the Anacostia River with the help…

Our 2024 State of the River Report is here and there’s good news to celebrate! For the fourth time in seven years, water quality in the Anacostia River has received…

In 2024, the Anacostia Watershed Society celebrates our 35th year. It is a perfect moment to look back and take stock of where we’ve been, and look ahead to what…

The Anacostia River is home to a remarkable plant that plays a significant role in our ecosystem. This "east coast" native wild rice, known scientifically as Zizania aquatica, once thrived…

Anacostia Riverkeeper will host the first permitted swim event in the Anacostia River for the general public in over 50 years. This “Splash” event marks a significant milestone in the…

It’s Mussel May! We’re shell-ebrating these filtering phenoms by highlighting their amazing contributions and our efforts to restore these unsung heroes of the Anacostia River. Freshwater mussels are nature’s water…

Have you ever experienced the calm of a quiet forest? The tranquility of a flowing stream? You’re not alone! May is Mental Health Awareness Month and it is essential to…

As the Spring warm-up is well under-way, so is the annual run of the American Shad! The newly-minted “DC state fish” spends most of its life in the ocean, but…