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SUMMARY:Upper Potomac Water Quality Monitoring Training - Hagerstown\, MD
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this in-person training to become a certified Community Science Water Quality Monitoring Program Volunteer!  \n\n\n\nDuring this training\, you will learn about Potomac Riverkeeper Network’s role in preventing pollution in our watershed & the role of Community Science in our Swimmable Potomac Campaign\, learn the field and lab methods for collecting and reading water quality samples\, get hands-on experience practicing water sample collection and take our Community Science Water Quality Monitor Volunteer test to become certified within our program! \n\n\n\nLOCATIONMt. Aetna Retreat Center – Nature Center10375 Retreat Way\, Hagerstown\, MD 21742 \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more about our Water Quality Monitoring Program
URL:https://potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/event/upper-potomac-water-quality-monitoring-training-hagerstown-md/
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SUMMARY:Upper Potomac Water Quality Monitoring Training - Frederick\, MD
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this in-person training to become a certified Community Science Water Quality Monitoring Program Volunteer!  \n\n\n\nDuring this training\, you will learn about Potomac Riverkeeper Network’s role in preventing pollution in our watershed & the role of Community Science in our Swimmable Potomac Campaign\, learn the field and lab methods for collecting and reading water quality samples\, get hands-on experience practicing water sample collection and take our Community Science Water Quality Monitor Volunteer test to become certified within our program! \n\n\n\nLOCATIONHood College – Hodson Science and Technology Center521 Hodson Drive Frederick\, MD 21701 (3rd Floor\, Room 316) \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more about our Water Quality Monitoring Program
URL:https://potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/event/upper-potomac-water-quality-monitoring-training-frederick-md/
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SUMMARY:Explorations with Your Riverkeeper: Harpers Ferry Walking Tour w/ Shenandoah Riverkeeper
DESCRIPTION:Join Shenandoah Riverkeeper Mark Frondorf for SRK’s first-ever\, one-of-a-kind walking tour through historic Harpers Ferry — and Mark is bringing in serious firepower. \n\n\n\nWe’ll be joined by David Fox\, who served for 30 years as the interpretive ranger at Harpers Ferry National Historical Park. David doesn’t just know the history — he brings it to life. From John Brown’s raid to African American history\, from the collision of natural and cultural forces to the powerful role the Shenandoah and Potomac rivers played in shaping our nation — this is storytelling at its best. \n\n\n\nAs we walk the cobblestone streets and narrow passageways\, you’ll see how two rivers converging at a single point helped alter the course of American history. \n\n\n\nAnd for those of us who may not be quite as spry as we once were navigating the river by canoe or kayak\, this is your chance to experience the river’s story with both feet firmly on terra firma — safely removed from White Horse Rapids (known in George Washington’s day as The Spout\, after he surveyed the Potomac following the French & Indian War). \n\n\n\nWe are intentionally limiting the size of this group out of respect for other visitors and the tight quarters of historic Harpers Ferry. Registration is capped\, and online sign-up is limited to two slots per person. \n\n\n\nIf you’ve ever wanted to understand the intersection of rivers\, rebellion\, resilience\, and revolution — this is your moment. \n\n\n\nHarpers Ferry is known for uneven steps and historic (read: unpredictable) terrain. Please wear sturdy\, comfortable footwear. Once you register\, we’ll send detailed information about parking and the required shuttle to the lower town. Definitely allow ample time for parking and taking the shuttle bus. \n\n\n\nSpots will go quickly — don’t wait. Come walk history with us! \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTRIP DETAILS\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nArrival Location:Harpers Ferry National Historical Park Visitor Center171 Shoreline DriveHarpers Ferry\, WV 25425\n\n\n\n\n\nArrival & Check in Time: 9:30 am\n\n\n\nShuttle Departs: Every 10-15 minutes\n\n\n\nEstimated Tour Duration: Approximately 90 minutes\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration Price Per Person: $30\n\n\n\n\nIncluded with each registration: \n\n\n\n\nShenandoah Riverkeeper Guidance\n\n\n\nSRK Swag Bag\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWHAT TO BRING:\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nReusable water bottle (please no single-use plastic bottles or glass)\n\n\n\nWear proper footwear\n\n\n\nSunscreen\, hat and rain gear\n\n\n\n\nTo do in advance:\n\n\n\n\nPRKN Waiver – Participant Waiver\n\n\n\nPlease fill out and return by EMAIL to ashley@prknetwork.org\n\n\n\n\nNote:  We strongly recommend arriving at the parking lot no later than 9:30 AM. That gives you plenty of time to catch a shuttle and stroll to our rally point without breaking into a sprint.
URL:https://potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/event/explorations-with-your-riverkeeper-harpers-ferry-walking-tour-w-shenandoah-riverkeeper/
CATEGORIES:PRKN Featured Event,Explorations with Your Riverkeeper 2026
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SUMMARY:Oxon Cove Earth Day Clean Up - VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
DESCRIPTION:Join Potomac Riverkeeper Network and our partners as we bring our communities together to celebrate Earth Day by giving back! We welcome volunteers of all ages to help remove single-use plastics and trash that has accumulated along the shoreline of Oxon Cove and Oxon Run. We are looking for folks to help on a morning shift or afternoon shift\, and to help us pack up afterward. \n\n\n\nLOCATIONOxon Cove Park & Oxon Hill Farm6411 Oxon Hill Road | Oxon Hill\, MD 20745 \n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Sponsors
URL:https://potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/event/oxon-cove-earth-day-clean-up-volunteers-needed/
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SUMMARY:Lower Potomac Water Quality Monitoring Training - Colonial Beach\, VA
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this in-person training to become a certified Community Science Water Quality Monitoring Program Volunteer!  \n\n\n\nDuring this training\, you will learn about Potomac Riverkeeper Network’s role in preventing pollution in our watershed & the role of Community Science in our Swimmable Potomac Campaign\, learn the field and lab methods for collecting and reading water quality samples\, get hands-on experience practicing water sample collection and take our Community Science Water Quality Monitor Volunteer test to become certified within our program! \n\n\n\nLOCATIONPotomac Fisheries Commission Building222 Taylor StreetColonial Beach\, VA 22443 \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more about our Water Quality Monitoring Program
URL:https://potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/event/lower-potomac-water-quality-monitoring-training-colonial-beach-va/
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SUMMARY:Potomac Water Quality Monitoring Training - National Harbor\, MD
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this in-person training to become a certified Community Science Water Quality Monitoring Program Volunteer!  \n\n\n\nDuring this training\, you will learn about Potomac Riverkeeper Network’s role in preventing pollution in our watershed & the role of Community Science in our Swimmable Potomac Campaign\, learn the field and lab methods for collecting and reading water quality samples\, get hands-on experience practicing water sample collection and take our Community Science Water Quality Monitor Volunteer test to become certified within our program! \n\n\n\nLOCATION100 American WayNational Harbor\, MD 20745 \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more about our Water Quality Monitoring Program
URL:https://potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/event/potomac-water-quality-monitoring-training-national-harbor-md/
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SUMMARY:Water Wednesday: Most Endangered River - Protecting A Drinkable Potomac
DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Roy Sewall\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nJoin Potomac Riverkeeper Network and Nature Forward on April 29th from 12 – 1:30 PM for a stimulating discussion on the Potomac River’s ranking as American River’s #1 Most Endangered River of 2026\, and what earned the River this ignominious distinction. \n\n\n\nOur distinguished panelists\, Lydia Lawrence (Director of Conservation\, Nature Forward) and Kevin Coyle (Board Member\, PRKN; former CEO\, American Rivers)\, will discuss the threat that under regulated data center development and operations pose to the Potomac River\, and how communities can advocate to protect our drinking water and waterways. \n\n\n\nAs always\, we will save time toward the end of the webinar for a Q&A session! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWednesday\, April 29\, 202612 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nFREE Zoom Webinar \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/event/water-wednesday-most-endangered-river-protecting-a-drinkable-potomac/
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SUMMARY:PFAS\, Biosolids & Nomini Bay Community Meeting
DESCRIPTION:When a biosolids company proposed expanding its permit to apply biosolids in Westmoreland county\, local residents and watermen raised concerns about what that could mean for their land\, water\, and livelihoods. Members of the Potomac Riverkeeper Network began hearing from the community\, and decided to take a closer look. \n\n\n\n\n\nBiosolids\, the treated sewage sludge produced by wastewater treatment plants\, are applied to farmland across Westmoreland County in large quantities. Farmers use biosolids because they’re cheaper than traditional fertilizer and are marketed as safe and sustainable. What farmers aren’t told is that biosolids can contain harmful levels of PFAS\, a “Forever Chemical” that is toxic to humans and can migrate from soil into crops\, rivers and well water. \n\n\n\nOver 33\,000 tons of biosolids have been applied to farmlands in Westmoreland in the last 7 years\, nearly half of which are sourced from Maryland\, where biosolids testing and regulation are more stringent. The quantity of biosolids in the Nomini Bay watershed were particularly concerning for the health of the farmers\, residents\, and the environment. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThat’s why the Potomac Riverkeeper Network launched a community-driven effort to better understand and address PFAS contamination. \n\n\n\nWe believe that farmers and rural residents deserve to know what’s in the biosolids being spread on people’s farms. That’s why we’re offering free & confidential PFAS testing of farm soils and well water. \n\n\n\nJoin us on April 30th at 6pm at Coles Point Marina to schedule your free PFAS test and learn more. \n\n\n\n\nLOCATIONColes Point Marina307 Plantation Drive Hague\, VA 22469 \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Dean Naujoks at (336) 809-6041 \n\n\n\n\nWant to learn more? Check out these links: \n\n\n\n\nSewage Sludge Fertilizer From Maryland? Virginians Say No Thanks. – The New York Times\n\n\n\nVirginia communities push back against sewage sludge on agricultural land as PFAS concerns grow\n\n\n\n‘Forever chemicals’ in sludge fertilizer resisted in Virginia\, Maryland | Pollution & Solutions | bayjournal.com
URL:https://potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/event/pfas-biosolids-nomini-bay-community-meeting/
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