Sophie is a Maryland native studying Environmental Science at Skidmore College. She is especially interested in land conservation, water protection, and environmental education. At Skidmore, she has contributed to research on invasive species management, nitrogen fertilizer application, and sustainable technologies like solar ovens. This summer, Sophie is supporting Gunpowder Riverkeeper by working at the Sparks …
Will Boyce is a graduating senior from Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs, NY, pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies. He has written for the Environmental Justice Atlas on toxic waste impacts in Indigenous communities and has completed an Aquatic Wild teaching certification. Through working on Skidmore’s Environmental Action Club, he organized campus-wide sustainability …
[NOTE: this Newsletter was originally published on June 13th.] Summer Swimming Season Water Monitoring After Memorial Day, we began our summer swimming season monitoring efforts. So far, E. coli levels have been low enough that it is safe to swim at every point we monitor. Please keep in mind that E. coli levels can change …
Maryland boasts a diverse array of bird species, thanks to its varied habitats, including wetlands, forests, and coastal areas. Notable birds in Maryland include the state bird, the Baltimore Oriole, as well as the American Black Duck, the Red-tailed Hawk, and various migratory species that pass through during the spring and fall. Birdwatching in Maryland …
Aidan Darling, a rising Junior at Skidmore College, is joining Gunpowder Riverkeeper in summer 2025. At Skidmore, Aidan has studied Environmental Science, and he is particularly interested in environmental engineering as a sustainable solution to environmental problems. Coming from a liberal arts background, with interests in Spanish and art, Aidan brings an interdisciplinary approach to …