🎣 Reel Invasion 2026 is here! Join DOEE and @MarylandDNR for a free community fishing derby focused on removing invasive fish from the Potomac and Anacostia River. 📅 Date: June 7, 2026 ⏰8:00am to 1:00pm. 📍 Location: Aquatic Resources Education Center, Anacostia Park (1900 Anacostia Dr. SE, next to the skating pavilion) ℹ️Anglers may fish anywhere within Washington D.C. Learn, fish, explore, and help our local waterways! Event highlights include: • Fishing demonstrations • Filleting demos • Making Gyotaku fish prints • Tours of the Aquatic Resources Education Center • Door prizes throughout the event • Derby weigh‑in at noon 🎣 Bait and gear available upon request. 🐟 Eligible fish must be caught in DC waters on the day of the event. 🎟️ Everyone who registers gets a raffle ticket for door prizes! 👉 Register in advance: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F…

Happy Endangered Species Day! Today @MayorBowser issued a proclamation celebrating the day, highlighting endangered species found in the District: Atlantic sturgeon, shortnose sturgeon, northern long-eared bat, and DC's state amphipod, the Hay's Spring amphipod.

Since January, DOEE has been monitoring E. coli levels in the Potomac River as part of the District’s response to the Potomac Interceptor collapse. The site provides sampling data from partners across the region, including DOEE, DC Water, Maryland Department of the Environment, Virginia Department of Environmental Quality, and Potomac Riverkeeper Network. As results become available, they will be added to the dashboard to provide a comprehensive, transparent view that brings regional water testing data into one place. Visit potomacinterceptor.dc.gov for information and updates on testing efforts from across the region. @dcwater @MDEnvironment @VirginiaDEQ @PotomacRiver