Immerse yourself in stories celebrating Maryland’s defining natural resource during MPT’s 22nd annual Chesapeake Bay Week, premiering April 19–25. Audiences will enjoy more than 30 programs and documentaries exploring the unique ecosystems and culture of our nation’s largest estuary, with even more compelling content available for streaming through the PBS app. 

On Sunday, April 19 at 7pm, discover the power of fresh, free-flowing water in Lifeblood: Chesapeake River Stories. Experience the waterways that shape and sustain the Bay’s landscapes and communities through the perspectives of those who live, work, and play in the watershed. Watch expert whitewater kayakers navigate Great Falls—the Potomac River’s notorious stretch of waterfalls and rapids—follow a pair of acclaimed driftwood artists as they search for inspiration along the Patuxent River, and join prospectors panning for gold in the Susquehanna, a river with ancient roots.     

Meet Chesapeake oyster farmers navigating the industry’s challenges and opportunities in Unfiltered, premiering Monday, April 20 at 9pm, and follow ultramarathon open water swimmer Katie Pumphrey as she attempts to become the first person to swim from the Bay Bridge to Baltimore’s Inner Harbor in Bay to Baltimore, premiering Tuesday, April 21 at 8:30pm.    

For these programs and more, don’t miss the 22nd annual Chesapeake Bay Week.

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