ABOUT THE BAY

About the Bay
Look here to find basic background information about the Chesapeake Bay, Bay FAQ's, Bay history, Bay trends, an introduction to the Bay ecosystem, suggested reading, and the CBP Bay Journal publication.

2002 State of the Chesapeake Bay Report
The State of the Chesapeake Bay report is an in-depth look into current environmental conditions throughout the Bay region and provides information for every resident of the Bay watershed to get involved in Bay restoration efforts.This report describes the health of the Chesapeake Bay, its tributaries, habitats, and the creatures that call the Bay home.

Chesapeake Bay Frequently Asked Questions
A few commonly asked questions about the Bay are answered by MD DNR

Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay-About the Bay
General facts and information about Bay geography and ecology are answered on this page.

CBF Fact Sheet
General facts about the Bay are listed on this page.

A Chesapeake Bay Primer
This page from Bay Link discusses the bay ecosystem, watershed, life in the Chesapeake, and issues such as toxic pollution.