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Clean water. Strong communities. Clean water watchdog. Home of the Baltimore Harbor Waterkeeper. bluewaterbaltimore.org

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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
Bootcamp Recap Day 10 - Resilience, Reflection, and Farewell: We met with Stillmeadow Community Fellowship, a local resiliency hub. After lunch and graduation, we bid a fond farewell to our interns. Hear from intern Tiwalade Taylor about her experience: bit.ly/BWBTiwalade
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
This week we collected water samples and data throughout the Upper Jones Falls! Check out baltimorewaterwatch.org to see data on these routes and all of the stations monitored throughout Baltimore's watersheds.
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 15/10/2025
Bootcamp Recap Day 9 - Inside the Halls of Power: Our interns spoke with elected officials and visited Baltimore City Hall to learn all about civic engagement and how to speak up for clean water. Hear from intern Jen Plaskowitz about her experience: bit.ly/BWBJen
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
Bootcamp Recap Day 8 - Toxic Legacy, Living Impact - South Baltimore: Our friends at South Baltimore Community Land Trust showed us the many industrial facilities that impact both water quality and quality of life. Hear from intern Meredith Nishiura about her experience: bit.ly/BWBMeredith
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 03/10/2025
This week we collected water samples and data throughout the Herring Run and Tidal Patapsco River! Check out baltimorewaterwatch.org to see data on these routes and all of the stations monitored throughout Baltimore's watersheds.
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 01/10/2025
Bootcamp Recap Day 7 - Underground Waters, Overflowing Truths: Our interns learned about the Sumwalt Run, a buried stream featured in Baltimore’s Ghost Rivers walking tour (ghostrivers.com). Hear from intern Haley Nickel about her experience: bit.ly/BWBHaley
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
Bootcamp Recap Day 6 - Upstream Solutions, Downstream Impacts: Thanks to our friends at Baltimore City Rec & Parks, we explored the Patapsco by kayak and learned how upstream policies can impact people downstream. Hear from intern Thomas Kodua about his experience: bit.ly/BWBThomas
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 19/09/2025
This week we collected water samples and data throughout the Lower Gwynns Falls and Tidal Patapsco River! Check out baltimorewaterwatch.org to see data on these routes and all of the stations monitored throughout Baltimore's watersheds.
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 18/09/2025
Our 9th Annual Fall Fest is just a month away! (Saturday October 18th, 9am – 4pm). Join us for fall treats, pick up plants for your garden, and soak in the seasonal vibes - there will be something for everyone. Mark your calendar and bring friends & family—admission is free!
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 17/09/2025
Bootcamp Recap Day 5 - Clean Water, Dirty Secrets: We learned about the power and the promise of the federal Clean Water Act (thanks Chesapeake Legal Alliance) and a Waterkeeper’s watchdog role, then we toured the Jones Falls. Hear from intern Raisa Haq: bit.ly/BWBRaisa
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 12/09/2025
This week we collected water samples and data throughout the Upper Jones Falls and Tidal Patapsco River! Check out baltimorewaterwatch.org to see data on these routes and all of the stations monitored throughout Baltimore's watersheds.
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 10/09/2025
Bootcamp Recap Day 4 - Toxic Legacy, Living Impact - East Baltimore: Glenn Ross took us on a “Toxic Tour” of East Baltimore then we walked the Herring Run to see where the pipes meet the stream! Hear from intern Jenny Ha about her experiences: bit.ly/BWBJenny
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 05/09/2025
This week we collected water samples and data throughout the Lower Jones Falls and Tidal Patapsco River! Check out baltimorewaterwatch.org to see data on these routes and all of the stations monitored throughout Baltimore's watersheds.
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
BIG WIN! This week, 590 of our community members joined others in writing to City Council to ask for alternatives to the Sisson Street "dump" relocation planned along the Jones Falls. @mayorbmscott just announced the creation of a task force to do just that. GRASSROOTS ADVOCACY WORKS!
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 03/09/2025
Bootcamp Recap Day 3 - Data is King: We introduced our interns to our rigorous water quality monitoring program and trained them how to use scientific instruments. Hear from Lloyce Frimpong about what she took away from the intensive internship: bit.ly/BWBLloyce
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 29/08/2025
This week we collected water samples and data throughout the Tidal Patapsco River! Check out baltimorewaterwatch.org to see data on this route and all of the stations monitored throughout Baltimore's watersheds.
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 27/08/2025
Bootcamp Recap Day 2 - From Crabs to Cranes: Our friends at the @chesapeakebayfdn.bsky.social took us out into the Harbor and beyond on the Snow Goose! Hear from Sabine Feldman about what she took away from the intensive internship: bit.ly/BWBSabine
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 22/08/2025
This week we collected water samples and data throughout the Herring Run and Tidal Patapsco River! Check out baltimorewaterwatch.org to see data on these routes and all of the stations monitored throughout Baltimore's watersheds.
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 20/08/2025
Bootcamp Recap Day 1 - Back to Basics: Our ten interns learned the fundamentals of our underground pipe system and how pollution makes its way into our waterways. Hear from Mikayla Bryant about what she took away from the intensive internship. bit.ly/BWBMikayla
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 15/08/2025
This week we collected water samples and data throughout the Gwynns Falls and Tidal Patapsco River! Check out baltimorewaterwatch.org to see data on these routes and all of the stations monitored throughout Baltimore's watersheds.
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 13/08/2025
Our first-ever Baltimore Harbor Waterkeeper Bootcamp internship was a huge success! Follow over the next ten Wednesdays as we recap our experiences and hear what each member of our cohort learned from the internship in their own words. Learn more about the bootcamp here: bit.ly/BWB-Bootcamp...
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 18/07/2025
This week we collected water samples and data throughout the tidal Patapsco River and the Jones Falls! Check out baltimorewaterwatch.org to see data on these routes and all of the stations monitored throughout Baltimore's watersheds.
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 11/07/2025
Between the scattered storms this week, we collected water samples throughout the Inner Tidal Patapsco River. Results from this week's bacteria samples are shown below. Check out baltimorewaterwatch.org to see data on all the stations monitored throughout Baltimore's watersheds.
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
Please join us & Prince of Peace Lutheran Church to care for their recently installed green stormwater infrastructures. Come enjoy with other passionate volunteers weeding, mulching, and maintaining inter-connected rain gardens, + more. bit.ly/POP-712
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 04/07/2025
This week we collected water samples and data throughout the Jones Falls and tidal Patapsco River! Check out baltimorewaterwatch.org to see data on these routes and all of the stations monitored throughout Baltimore's watersheds.
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 01/07/2025
Grassroots donations power our independence—and our impact. Community support gives Blue Water Baltimore the flexibility to plan long-term, respond quickly to urgent challenges, and stay focused on what matters most: clean water and healthy neighborhoods.
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 27/06/2025
This week we collected water samples and data throughout the Gwynns Falls and tidal Patapsco River! Check out baltimorewaterwatch.org to see data on these routes and all of the stations monitored throughout Baltimore's watersheds.
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 23/06/2025
Please join Gwynn Oaks United Methodist Church in the design of a Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) project slated to treat stormwater on the Church property and Howard Park Neighborhood. The aim of the project is to reduce downstream flooding in neighborhoods downstream
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 20/06/2025
This month marks the beginning of a new water sampling route - the Herring Run! Nine new stations along the Herring Run were visited this week, as well spots throughout the tidal Patapsco River. Check out baltimorewaterwatch.org to see more data on all of the stations monitored.
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 19/06/2025
Honoring freedom, resilience, and Black excellence. ✊🏾 Happy Juneteenth from all of us at Blue Water Baltimore
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 13/06/2025
This week we collected water samples and data throughout the Gwynns Falls and tidal Patapsco River! Check out baltimorewaterwatch.org to see data on these routes and all of the stations monitored throughout Baltimore's watersheds.
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 10/06/2025
We are super excited to kick off pollinator week with you this Saturday! Nursery opens at 9am, event starts at 10am. (6131 Hillen Road) FREE PERENNIAL for the first 100 visitors! FREE TREAT from Lyfe Acai & Smoothie Bar for the first 50 visitors!
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 06/06/2025
This week we collected water samples and data throughout the Jones Falls and tidal Patapsco River! Check out baltimorewaterwatch.org to see data on these routes and all of the stations monitored throughout Baltimore's watersheds.
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 02/06/2025
Join Us for a Week of Action with Blue Water Baltimore! 🌿 Help us celebrate clean water and community with two great events: 🎉 Let’s make a splash for a healthier watershed! 📲 RSVP today at bluewaterbaltimore.org
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 30/05/2025
This week we collected water samples and data throughout the Gwynns Falls and tidal Patapsco River! Check out baltimorewaterwatch.org to see data on these routes and all of the stations monitored throughout Baltimore's watersheds.
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 28/05/2025
We need your help to plant over 2,000 native herbaceous species into the bioretention systems at Miracle City Seventh-day Adventist Church on Sunday, 06/01/2025! Join us in making a lasting environmental impact—register today to volunteer! bluewaterbaltimore.org/event/green-...
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 23/05/2025
This week we collected water samples and data throughout the Gwynns Falls and tidal Patapsco River! Check out baltimorewaterwatch.org to see data on these routes and all of the stations monitored throughout Baltimore's watersheds.
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
We’re back for our Annual Spring Free Tree Giveaway! Join us Saturday, May 17th, from 10AM–2PM at Stillmeadow Community Fellowship to help Baltimore grow greener 🌱 📍 5110 Frederick Ave, Baltimore, MD 🧤 Volunteers needed! Sign up for one of two shifts: 🔹 9:30 AM 🔹 12:30 PM
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
Join us this weekend for some community impact and green action! Celebrate 15 years of clean water advocacy with us by getting your hands dirty at our Green Stormwater Infrastructure Planting and picking up a free tree at our Annual Spring Tree Giveaway! RSVP today at bluewaterbaltimore.org
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 10/05/2025
Join us on Sat, May 17 at Stillmeadow Community Fellowship to plant 1,000+ native plants in a newly built bioswale that will help fight flooding in West Baltimore. Tools, water, and snacks provided! RSVP: bluewaterbaltimore.org/event/green-...
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 09/05/2025
A big shout-out to the incredible volunteers from our Impact Partners at Planit Agency who gathered with Blue Water Baltimore staff for a variety of activities on May 1 at Middle Branch Park. Contact mjenkins@bluewaterbaltimore.org to learn more.
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
Baltimore, We Need You This Saturday! Our city’s greener future starts in Morrell Park 🌳 Join @bluewaterbaltimore to plant trees, connect with community, and make a real impact. FREE pizza, $30 for residents, and solid vibes only 🍕💸 🗓️ May 3 | 🕘 9 AM – 12 PM | 📍Desoto Rd
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 28/04/2025
Join Blue Water Baltimore for a week of community impact through tree planting at Morrell Park! Let’s make a difference together: 🌱 Help grow a greener, healthier Baltimore!
✅ RSVP/Register: bluewaterbaltimore.org
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 24/04/2025
Pre-orders are NOW OPEN! 🌳 Reserve your free tree in advance for the Annual Spring Tree Giveaway! 🌱 Visit our website to browse the full tree selection and claim yours before they’re gone! 🌿 bluewaterbaltimore.org/event/annual...
Pre-orders are NOW OPEN! 🌳
Reserve your free tree in advance for the Annual Spring Tree Giveaway! 🌱

Visit our website to browse the full tree selection and claim yours before they’re gone! 🌿
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 23/04/2025
Big thanks to the Village of Twelve Trees & IAMMENtality for helping us maintain two powerful bioswales in Randallstown—treating up to 10,000 gallons of stormwater! 💧💪 Over 3,000 native plants got some TLC just in time for spring 🌸 Check our site for upcoming volunteer ops!
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 22/04/2025
Join us for the Annual Spring FREE Tree Giveaway 🌱
📅 Sat, May 17 | 10AM–2PM
📍 Stillmeadow Community Fellowship
5110 Frederick Ave, Baltimore, MD 21229 Let’s green our city—one tree at a time! 🌿
Open to everyone. 
➡️ Reserve your tree today! bluewaterbaltimore.org/event/annual...
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 21/04/2025
From tree plantings and giveaways to a sustainability webinar and a chili cook-off, there’s something for everyone. 💚 🗓️ April 20–26 📍 Various locations across Baltimore 🌱 Let’s grow a greener, stronger community—together! 👇 RSVP or register now: bluewaterbaltimore.org/baltimore-ev...
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 18/04/2025
Join us for the first event in our 2025 Partner Series with Chesapeake Legal Alliance! 📅 Friday, April 25 🕐 1 – 2 PM (ET) 💻 Free Webinar – Open to All 🔗 Click the link in bio to register! bluewaterbaltimore.org/event/small-...
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 14/04/2025
Get ready for a week full of action for clean water and a greener Baltimore! 💧🌱 From tree plantings to our big Earth Day celebration, we’ve got something for everyone. ✨ Come out, get involved, and make a difference with us! 🔗 RSVP at www.bluewaterbaltimore.org
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Blue Water Baltimore @bluewaterbaltimore.bsky.social · 10/04/2025
Huge thanks to Micky’s Joint, Wax Atlas, and Four Hour Day Lutherie for raising an incredible $2,052 on behalf of Blue Water Baltimore with their weekend Bluegrass Festival!
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