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A Day on the Bay of the Chesapeake Country Scenic Byway

May 24, 2010

Drive the Chesapeake Country Scenic Byway and experience small-town America at its best! The relaxed environment of the Delmarva Peninsula creates a contrast with the booming city life across the bay -- charming small towns, rich colonial history, spectacular wildlife refuges, manifold maritime recreation, and outstanding scenic views of the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries. Experience the byway’s many remarkable facets as you explore captivating Chesapeake Bay.
Chesapeake Country Byway Boating

Jul 28, 2008

Raise the sails, rev the motor, or pick up a paddle to discover boating bliss on Maryland’s Chesapeake Country Scenic Byway. Celebrate boating in all its forms on the welcoming waters of this area's canals and rivers—and, of course, Chesapeake Bay.
Thumb Grant Golfing on Chesapeake Country Scenic Byway

Dec 18, 2007

A golf course on the southern end of Chesapeake Country Scenic Byway boasts an interesting glimpse into local history. Queenstown Harbor Golf Links, designed by local favorite Lindsay Bruce Ervin, is located on the first "thumbnail" land grant in the state. A "thumbnail" grant was the portion of land covered by the grantee's thumb on a map. That's how much land the grantee received.
Limitless Birding in Chesapeake Country

Jun 4, 2004

Fond of fowl? Bonkers for birds? A trip to Chesapeake Country is sure to leave any bird-lover in awe. The region is full of Wildlife Management Areas, parks and preserves, and other excellent ways to experience a Byway that is for the birds.

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1-Day Trip: History, Water and Wildlife along Chesapeake Country Scenic Byway
(Maryland)

The activities along this byway are so varied and abundant, this itinerary is just a sampling of the kinds of things you can do as you travel the area. Whether you like early American history, Revolutionary War battlefields, water recreation, birding and wildlife watching, or...
1-Day Trip: Food for the Soul: Historic Churches Itinerary
(Maryland)

Religious pluralism was an unusual feature of colonial life and early nation building in Chesapeake Country. Four religious denominations flourished during the pre-Revolutionary War period. They included: Anglican/Episcopal, Catholic, Quaker (Society of Friends), and...
3-Day Trip: Chesapeake Country’s Bountiful Harvest: Working the Water
(Maryland)

Imagine…Striped bass, American and hickory shad, largemouth bass, blue gills, perch, bluefish, flounder, Atlantic croaker, spot, and many other species! Crab for fun and for dinner! Chesapeake Country offers some of the most diverse and exciting fishing in the region....
2-Day Trip: Birding The Byway Itinerary
(Maryland)

Chesapeake Country lies along the migratory corridor known as the Atlantic Flyway. It is well known for its migratory long-legged waders, geese, and ducks, as well as numerous resident bird species. This region of the Delmarva Peninsula is home to the largest concentration...