And of the large quantity of plastics that are not recycled, many can find themselves polluting our waterways -- posing risks to both humans and wildlife alike. Take action today -- sign the petition here: https://ow.ly/QLqe50ZVSHx Source: Container Recycling Institute

On Sunday, we made some BIG waves in Alexandria — with your help we were able to raise $349,100 for our rivers! We are incredibly grateful for the support of the community and their dedication to protecting our waterways alongside us. THANK YOU! 🌊 SAVE THE DATE: Saturday October 30th, 2027.

On Tuesday, Oct 20 from 6-7.30 pm at the Fishersville Library in Fishersville, VA attend a presentation about "The Farmers' Right to Know". Dangers of PFAS in fertilizer is not widely shared. Farmers and we have a right to know. Learn what PRKN is doing about this crisis. Details in the flyers.

Early voting has already begun! Please be sure that you are informed about your candidates' views on data centers. There are so many critical issues before us this election and for the sake of clean water, data center development is at the top of the list! Graphic credit: ACLU

That's a wrap for our 2026 WQM season! 🥳 To all of our volunteers, whether you were collecting samples in the field or helping out in the lab, THANK YOU for your hard work and dedication to this program. Your support is truly invaluable -- this program would not exist without you. ♥️

Summer may be over, but there is still plenty of fun to be had on the river! This month will be extra special because we’ll be celebrating our volunteers at two events in the Lower Potomac - join us! 🎃 Get more info at our event calendar here: potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/events/

Get to know our best pal, Sea Dog 🐶 What was your favorite fun fact?? Photo Credit: Alan Lehman, Ashley Flores, Cherry Wyman 📸 #potomacriver #potomac #boatlife #riverkeeper #cleanwater

This past Saturday was Shenandoah Riverkeeper’s River Rodeo and it sure was a blast! Leon was the winner of the Biggest Smallmouth award. That same fish also won Biggest Fly Rod caught fish! Nothing like a river fishin’ day 🎣 #shenandoahriver #riverkeeper #smallmouthbass #cleanrivers #shenandoah

The North Fork of the Shenandoah -- one of our prized locations. This photo by Alan Lehman captures it! Two kayakers paddling away from the Meems Bottom Covered Bridge in Shenandoah County, VA. Don't you wish you were with them?

As a result of recent rainfall, all Rock Creek sites, much of the Upper Potomac sites, and several Potomac sites failed to meet water quality standards for bacteria this week. Explore the Potomac River Health Index here: https://prhealthindex.streamlit.app/ #waterquality #potomacriver #riverhealth

At this year’s Waterkeeper Alliance Alliance Global Conference held in Ecuador, our own Potomac Riverkeeper, Dean Naujoks was presented with the Terry Backer Award! 🏆 Photo Credit: Waterkeeper Alliance/Monica Aguilar 📸

As part of the Great American Expedition, representatives from DOI and NOAA, joined us to visit our floating mussel nursery aboard the PRKN Science Barge! We discussed the mussels growth over the summer and the potential for mussels to improve water quality in the Potomac and Shenandoah.

It’s not Forks, but the Potomac watershed has plenty of forested areas to give you that hoahoa vibe. Happy #autumnequinox 🍂 Photo Credit: Roy Sewall 📸

Join PRKN Staff Scientist, Evan Quinter for a lunchtime seminar with our friends at Chesapeake Research Consortium where they’ll discuss all things mussels and the impact these unsung heroes can make on the Chesapeake Bay and the Potomac. Register here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Lots of fun last week at Shenandoah State Park -- first ever flyfishing contest, which benefitted Shenandoah Riverkeeper. Learn more from Mark's radio broadcast, sponsored by Front Royal Outdoors: https://theriver953.com/river-report-9-14-26/

The Potomac River basin sits inside the Chesapeake Bay — so protecting them go hand in hand. Read the full statement here: potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/potomac-rive... #cleanwater #chesapeakebay #potomacriver #potomac #waterinfrastructure

Happy #WorldWaterMonitoringDay ! 💧 Since we began our community science water quality monitoring program 7 years ago, it has blossomed into something incredible that builds beautiful connections between people and their water -- all while giving back to the community. Thank you to our volunteers! ♥️

Don Roberts, owner of Front Royal Outdoors will be honored as our 2026 Protector of the Shenandoah at this year’s annual gala! ⭐️ Ticket sales will close SOON, so secure your seats today: give.potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/event/annual...

Join PRKN’s webinar for a discussion on UPRK’s recent project about PFAS in the Antietam Watershed, what it means for rural communities that rely on private wells, and the steps communities can take to better understand and address PFAS contamination. Register here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

SAVE THIS POST AND SHARE! 💧 The more eyes we have on the river, the better we can protect it. If you see suspicious discharge or suspect a pollution hotspot, please call one of our pollution hotlines or contact us here: https://potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/contact-us/

River Rodeo — September 25 - 27 -- only a couple spots left! Mark Frondorf, Shenandoah Riverkeeper, and his fishing guide pals star in Mark’s River Rodeo. Some fishing, some great food and bourbon with loads of fun and storytelling. Contact Mark@shenandoahriverkeeper.org PC William Heresniak

Let this be your sign to 1) research candidates that support clean water this midterm election and 2) become a member of PRKN to join us in our efforts to advocate for clean water laws! 💧 Photo Credits: 1) watchara_2517 // Getty Images 2) Eda Hoyman // Getty Images 3) Alan Lehman 4) Roy Sewall 📸

We had a shortage of volunteer coverage in the Upper Potomac this week resulting in only about of those sites being tested. But the results we were able to get otherwise look great! 🩹 Explore the Potomac River Health Index here: https://prhealthindex.streamlit.app/

VA Twin Rivers Watermen's Association is holding their Annual ALL You Can Eat Crab Feast tomorrow at Coles Point Marina! $45 per person for an advance ticket or $50 at the door. Includes all your drinks, including beer. Please call Ed Arnest to get set up with tickets (804) 761-6909 🦀

Talk about picture perfect weather 🤭 Shenandoah Program Manager, Alan Lehman snapped fellow boaters anchored at the mouth of Mattawoman Creek along the Potomac River while enjoying some much needed river time this past Labor Day. #potomac #boatinglife⚓️ #potomacriver #cleanwater #riverkeeper

#HappyLaborDay ! Today we celebrate PRKN staff, all environmental stewards, and waterkeepers around the world who dedicate their lives to protecting our most precious resources.💧#riverkeeper #potomacriver #shenandoahriver

River Rodeo — September 25 - 27 Mark Frondorf, Shenandoah Riverkeeper, and his comrade fishing guides are the stars of Mark’s River Rodeo in the Valley. Some fishing, some great food and bourbon with loads of fun and storytelling. Contact Mark@shenandoahriverkeeper.org PC William Heresniak

The bad news? It is officially September which means we only have 4 weeks of the water quality monitoring season left. But the good news is that this week's results are looking very green -- and green is good! 🐸 Explore the Potomac River Health Index here: https://prhealthindex.streamlit.app/

We spent a beautifully warm day at The Wharf this week with Omada Health and cleaned up almost 40 pounds of trash from the waterfront! We even found our buddy who likes to hangout on Z dock floating around 😅 Thanks to our partners at The Wharf and Adventures Unbound 🙌🏽

Get ready for an elegant night on the river with PRKN and dozens of our rivers most fierce advocates! Reserve your seat here: give.potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/event/annual... Photo Credit: Jonathan Grant & Anthony Bolognese 📸 #gala #annualbenefit #potomac #shenandoah #riverkeeper