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WE PROTECT
Our mission is to protect, conserve and replenish Maryland's longest and deepest intrastate waterway.
Through strategic advocacy, restoration and education our goal is long term sustainability for the ecosystem of the entire Patuxent River basin and the people who rely on its future.
Our Nottingham Visitors Center offers Kayak, Canoe & Equipment Rentals and coordinates community events.
While we are a grass roots community based non-profit, we are proud to be members of the Waterkeeper Alliance that advocates for the health and well being global waterways.
Patuxent River Keeper is funded through grants and public donations. We accept tax deductible donations in any amount.
WE CELEBRATE
We often host celebrations and special programs at our Nottingham Center. Check this space to see what is coming up next!
WE ARE
The Patuxent Riverkeeper
Established in 2004 by Fred Tutman, the grass roots movement of the Patuxent Riverkeeper spans seven counties in Maryland to advocate for and restore the Patuxent River.
Today the Patuxent is a study in contrasts with regions rich in history, wildlife and unforgettable scenic vistas to other areas with poisoned beaches, dead zones and hopelessly blocked and snagged upper tributaries.
Once one of the most productive sources of shellfish in the world, the Patuxent has been deeply and negatively affected by negligent land use.
And yet scientists have pointed to the incredible resilience of the ecosystem, its ability to heal itself if we humans can be compelled to mend our behavior toward the river and embrace responsible stewardship.
Anti Riverkeeper Lawsuit Dismissed
A Calvert County judge recently dismissed a SLAPP Lawsuit against Patuxent Riverkeeper that had been filed by a local restaurant and Tiki-Bar operator on St. Leonard’s Creek ( a sub- tributary of the Patuxent River). SLAPP suits are tactics used occasionally by vested interests to antagonize or discourage citizen opposition. The term stands for “Strategic…
Calling all Patuxent River Roughnecks
Indian Creek Campsite Work Trip and Inaugural Picnic & Paddle: Saturday, July 16, Rain Date July 17: Check the flyer on the banner of our home page for details. Find the Facebook event on our Facebook page.
Maryland Faces Civil Rights Complaint After Approving Gas Plant in Black Community
Keith Rushing, Earthjustice, 202-797-5236, 757-897-2147, krushing@earthjustice.org. Neil Gormley, Earthjustice, 202.797.5239, ngormley@earthjustice.org Kamita Gray, Brandywine TB Coalition, 240- 681-9281; md.brandywine@voiceyouropinion.info Frederick Tutman, Patuxent Riverkeeper, 301-579-2073 ext. 7, fred@paxriverkeeper.org. Maryland Faces Civil Rights Complaint After Approving Gas Plant in Black Community The plant would increase pollution in a county already violating national air quality standards WASHINGTON,…
Open House Potluck Coming Up on May 21 from 5-9PM
This promises to be a very fun event.
Local heroes wanted for spring invasives removal
Join us at the Patuxent Riverkeeper Center on Saturday, May 14, 2016 from 10AM-1PM We’ll provide water and supplies. You can bring lunch, picnic and use one of our boats for free afterwards as a thank you for your time and effort. 17412 Nottingham Rd. Upper Marlboro, MD 20772 RSVP to Sonia@paxriverkeeper.org
Spring Birding Trip with Senator Winegrad
Jump on a pontoon boat at Jug Bay Natural Area (16000 Croom Airport Rd. Upper Marlboro, MD 20772) Saturday, May 7, 2016 7:30AM – 11AM RSVP: Sonia@paxriverkeeper.org $5 for gas Don’t forget your binoculars!