Conservation Blog
Biodiversity & Habitats
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Water Protectors empowers community leaders!
In 2023, Nature Forward completed the 3rd year of our Water Protectors of Little Hunting Creek outreach, working with communities along the Route 1 Corridor in the Hybla Valley area of Fairfax County, VA.). Thanks to funding from Virginia Environmental Endowment and in partnership with United Community, Northern Virginia Soil & Water Conservation District (NVSWCD),… Read more
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DC Environment Budget Testimony
On April 6, 2023, Nature Forward submitted testimony on Washington, DC’s FY24 budget for the Department of Energy and Environment. We focused on the following key issues: Out of the many issues addressed across DC’s climate community, we were overall pleased with the finalized budget for the District in FY 2024. Results: Thank you so… Read more
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Earth Day in Edmonston, MD
Nature Forward held a fabulous bilingual Earth Day event with the Town of Edmonston in April 2023. Read more
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Maryland & Montgomery County Forest Wins
Montgomery County and the State of Maryland have both just passed legislations to update their forest conservation laws. Both are historic wins for Maryland’s forests, and both expand protections for forests, moving us closer to the golden goal of no net loss, meaning no more loss of forests. We highlight the main updates in each… Read more
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Maryland General Assembly 2023 Wrap Up!
April 10th marked the end of the 2023 Maryland General Assembly. We are excited to report that ALL of Nature Forward’s MDG23 priority bills passed and are now waiting for the Governor’s approval! Thank you all for your support in sending letters, talking with legislators, and advocating for a healthier, safer, and climate resilient environment… Read more
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Woodend Stream Restoration Project Overview
Nature Forward worked with the Center for Watershed Protection (CWP) to design a step pool system along 1,500 feet of what had been a perennial, spring-fed stream into the 1970s, but over time had become a deeply eroded ephemeral channel at Woodend Nature Sanctuary. After the restoration implemented by Stormwater Maintenance, LLC (SMC), 44 step… Read more
