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Peaceful scene on Trent River.
As a community, we are always striving for clean water. A large contributor to protecting our water and its wildlife comes from the Severn River Association. Since 32 residents of the shores of the Severn River gathered together to make a difference in April of 1911, the SRA is the oldest organization in the country dedicated to the preservation of a river and is one of the largest civic groups in Anne Arundel County with over 70 communities represented.
Severn River Association has stepped up to many threats to the river from pollution from septic systems and farm runoff to commercial and residential development, loss of forests, erosion, and stormwater runoff. SRA has a long list of projects that they are responsible for, including reviewing of zone change applications, shore improvement and wetland creation efforts, action to support the Chesapeake Bay Agreement, support for Critical Areas Criteria, and continuing testimony at all levels of government in support of well-crafted legislation to heal and preserve the environment surrounding the Severn River.
Severn River Association is always looking for new volunteers and members. Whether you want to help by monetary donation or by donating your time, there is no better way to help keep our streams and rivers clean. Become an oyster grower and help bring oysters back to the Severn River, become a citizen scientist and help track the growth of underwater grasses, plant trees, there are many ways you can volunteer with Severn River Association. Click here to donate or sign up to volunteer.
