West/Rhode Riverkeeper, Inc., is a community-supported conservation organization affiliated with the Waterkeeper Alliance. We focus on enforcement of environmental laws by patrolling the rivers to identify and stop illegal sources of pollution and we hold those responsible accountable. We work to reduce legal pollution through advocacy, education and restoration of habitat.

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Meet the New Riverkeeper
Originally from Chestertown, Chris Trumbauer spent his childhood marveling at the natural wonders in and around the Chester River on Maryland's Eastern Shore. In college, he pursued his interest in science and nature and received a bachelor's degree in chemistry from the University of Maryland. For the past nine years, he has been a biologist for the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, where he coordinated a state-wide water quality monitoring program. He previously served as Vice President of the South River Federation, as well as chairman of the Federation's River Committee. Chris was also a member of the Annapolis Environmental Commission from 2005 - 2008. When he's not on the job, he enjoys sailing, cycling, backpacking and spending time outdoors with his family. Chris currently lives with his wife and two-year old son in Annapolis.

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RHYTHM ON THE RIVER was a Great Success
Thank you to all those who helped make it possible and to our sponsors who contributed funds or goods and services to ensure we can continue to help improve the West and Rhode watersheds. Here are some pictures taken at the event.
Caring For Lawn Helps Chesapeake Bay
Wendy Rieger reports on NBC4 about the effects of lawn care on the Bay. A video clip shows her interview with Bob Gallagher.
Chinese Mitten Crab Watch
The Smithsonian Environmental Research Center asks the public to be on the alert for Mitten Crabs.
Read about them here.
OUR WATERSHED REPORT
Our report on the health of the West and Rhode Rivers has just been released. You can read the report, view the slide presentation and respond to a survey about the usefulness of the report on the Water Quality page.
PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST
The photo contest has ended, but we would still like to receive your excellant photos of the Bay. Simply e-mail them to .
The West/Rhode Watershed
The West/Rhode Watershed includes all the land drained by streams and creeks that empty into those two rivers. The watershed is shown on this map.

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