The world needs Science, and Science needs Women! While there is still a lot to be done to achieve true gender equality in science, we want to take this day to celebrate the women of ORP and their accomplishments. Incredible women are part of our…

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The second report from the Oyster BMP Expert Panel for oyster restoration and harvest practices is now available for review on the Chesapeake Bay Program (CBP) website. Written feedback is requested by COB Friday, March 10, 2023. Feedback should be submitted via email to Olivia…

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If you’re like us, you love any excuse to eat oysters, especially Chesapeake Bay-harvested bivalves! National Oysters Rockefelllar Day is the perfect excuse to try a new recipe, or get out and eat these at one of our Shell Recycling Alliance member restaurants. Whatever the…

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As we embark on another exciting year, we thank ORP’s Board of Directors for their steadfast service in support of Chesapeake Bay oyster restoration efforts. We also recognize the significant contributions of two outgoing members, Mr. Joe Jackins and Mrs. Karen Oertel, whose involvement with…

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This winter, embrace that Hygge lifestyle and nerd out on all things bivalve! Learn all about the mighty oyster from the comfort of your warm, cozy home. Whether filtering water, creating habitat, or being darn delicious, oysters are incredible in SO MANY ways! Join us…

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ORP sat down with Billy Abbot and Henry Jager, the founders of Pherm Brewing Co., to learn where the idea for their first Oyster “Phest”ival originated and chat about two new, limited edition brews that support planting oysters! Buy tickets today! When did you try…

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Oyster Recovery Partnership and Restoration Partners Plant 10 Billionth Oyster in the Chesapeake Bay Governor Hogan, other dignitaries, participate in ceremonial planting GRASONVILLE, MD, August 20, 2022 – The Oyster Recovery Partnership (ORP), along with Maryland oyster restoration partners and watermen, planted the 10 billionth oyster in…

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July 13, 2022– Today, the Severn River Association (SRA) and the Oyster Recovery Partnership (ORP) planted 30 million juvenile oysters in the Severn River as part of an ongoing effort known as “Operation Build a Reef” to restore oysters to the iconic waterway. This is…

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Mark your calendars because your favorite oyster lovers’ bash is back and better than ever! Please join Oyster Recovery Partnership on Saturday, October 8th at the B&O Railroad Museum for a party with a purpose! Set in the heart of Maryland’s historic oyster city, the…

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National Eyewear Day’s right around the corner (June 6) and, in honor of the occasion, ORP is proud to a feature our partners at Federal Hill Eye Care, a Baltimore-based optometry practice with big appreciation for oysters! Dr. Scott Klasman had the brilliant idea to…

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