Data collected by the CBIBS will be used to help educate students, teachers, trail users and the general public about the health of the Chesapeake Bay. The water quality of the Bay is directly related to the decisions we make in our daily lives. Many of the decisions we make, such as what we apply to lawns and agricultural lands, how much we drive, our treatment of sewage outputs, where we dispose of debris, and how many fish we catch annually, all affect the health of the Chesapeake Bay and its surrounding tributaries.
No one intentionally harms the Chesapeake Bay, but through education and outreach we can change habits and attitudes toward this precious national treasure. How can one person help? Get involved! Organize or participate in a debris clean-up, plant native species in your lawn, understand fishing rules and regulations, drive less, and support state and federal legislation that will help the Bay.
The following links will provide you with information on opportunities to get personally involved in Chesapeake Bay stewardship and restoration.
- Chesapeake Bay Foundation
- Chesapeake Bay Program
- Chesapeake Bay Gateways Network
- James River Association
- Maryland Department of Natural Resources
- Friends of the John Smith Trail
