The Maryland Department of Natural Resources' annual Fall Oyster Survey shows that oyster populations in the Chesapeake Bay are thriving, with strong reproductive success and population growth.

From the catastrophic to the microscopic, just about everything man makes affects the health of the Chesapeake Bay watershed, ...

Chesapeake Bay oysters had another good year in 2024, new Maryland data shows. Oyster reproduction levels were above the median for the fifth straight year, according to the Maryland Department ...

The collapse of the Francis Scott Bridge in 2024 impacted wildlife in the Patapsco River and the Chesapeake Bay.

SO EAT OYSTERS, RECYCLE SHELLS. THEY ALL GO BACK INTO THE CHESAPEAKE BAY, POPULATED WITH NEW JUVENILE OYSTERS. AND JUST TO MAKE IT CLEAR, EXPLAIN JUST HOW IMPORTANT THIS IS FOR THE CHESAPEAKE.

Chesapeake Oyster Week, taking place from March 21-31, 2025, celebrates the popular Eastern Shore seafood delicacy. Seafood enthusiasts can support Chesapeake Bay-friendly businesses participating ...

SUPPORT FOR BILLS TO AID PROGRESS MADE SO FAR. FUNDING FOR OYSTER RESTORATION IN CHESAPEAKE BAY RECOVERY IS IN JEOPARDY ON A STATE AND FEDERAL LEVEL. THE SINGLE ENTREE PICNIC AT LAWYERS MALL AIMS ...

Oyster populations in the Chesapeake Bay are faring well, according to preliminary results of the Maryland Department of Natural Resources’ annual Fall Oyster Survey. After a remarkable year for ...

Learn more about oysters, their importance to the Chesapeake Bay, and how you can participate in the ongoing seafood celebration. Oysters are edible marine bivalve mollusks that can be consumed ...