Wetlands are found across the Chesapeake Bay watershed, from the upper reaches of the Susquehanna River to the banks of Maryland and Virginia waterways. Some wetlands are influenced by changing tides, while others are influenced by the flow of water across the land and underground. All wetlands provide priceless benefits for wildlife and clean water.
Wetlands are what their name implies: land where naturally occurring water saturates soil and plants.
The Chesapeake Bay watershed is home to tidal and non-tidal wetlands. These wetlands can be further classified by the source of the water that saturates their soil, their location within the landscape and the plants that can be found there.
The agricultural community has a tremendous opportunity to restore wetlands on their property and protect the services these habitats provide.
Wetlands Work connects farmers and agricultural landowners with wetland planners, restoration programs and sources of funding. It is a product of the Chesapeake Bay Program and its partners.
