Posts by Melissa Diemand — Guest Contributor

Melissa Diemand is Senior Director of Communications of Potomac Conservancy (2010-2020), a nonprofit land trust that advocates for clean water in the greater Washington, DC region. She serves on the board of the Center for Spirituality in Nature (2018-2020). Previously, Melissa led market research and development as a Senior Analyst at The Feldman Group (2006-2010). Melissa graduated from American University in 2006 with degrees in political science and international relations.

Being near water can be healthy during the pandemic. Here are five places to take in the region’s rivers

WalkingBy Melissa Diemand (Guest Contributor), Rebecca Wodder (Guest Contributor) April 16, 2020 1

While crowding at popular riverside spots isn’t safe at this time, many folks have the right idea: Getting near or on our region’s rivers and waterways can reduce the collective stress we’re feeling and help us stay connected to our community and to the larger world. Keep reading…

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Being near water can be healthy during the pandemic. Here are five places to take in the region’s rivers

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