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Protecting the Canal since 1954

Chesapeake & Ohio Canal Association is an independent, all-volunteer citizens organization established in 1954 to help conserve the natural and historical environment of the C&O Canal and the Potomac River Basin. The association works with the National Park Service in its efforts to preserve and promote the 184-mile towpath.
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Have also thought of stopping- will do it soon - thanks for the reminder

Left there 46 years ago after putting up with that hellhole and it’s people for 23 years. Best decision I ever made. It may have been the Queen City 100 years ago but now it’s the septic tank of Maryland.

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C&O Canal Association

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