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(frontispiece) Chesapeake Bay Bridge at Sunset

(jacket front) Queen Anne Marina, Stevensville, Kent Island, Maryland

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or thousands of years, beginning long before the the Washington-Baltimore-Annapolis area to Kent Island, Ffirst EuropeanPROPERY explorers arrived, OF the scenic TWIN vistas LIGHTSMaryland, and the PUBLISHERS Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel links PROPERY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERS and rich natural resources of the Chesapeake Bay Hampton Roads and Cape Charles, Virginia. have lured settlers to its shores. The vast estuary is the Vacationers flock to the Chesapeake Bay for its endless largest in the United States. Much of our nation's history recreational possibilities, from fishing and hunting to began here, and it comes to life in the many carefully pre- camping, boating and swimming, as well as sightseeing and served historic districts along its border. Fort Monroe, in fine dining in the historic towns of St. Michaels, Irvington, Hampton, Virginia played a strategic role in both the Easton and others. Whether they come for a round-the- Revolutionary War and the Civil War. In World War II, it world sailing race or to spend the day in a secluded cove, to became home to the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine stroll a historic cobblestone street, watch fishermen at Command. St. Mary’s City, Maryland was one of the first work, or feast on famous Chesapeake Bay blue crabs, there Catholic settlements in the New World. Annapolis, is enjoyment for millions of visitors from the United States Maryland takes pride in the oldest state house still in leg- and around the world. islative use, and claimsPROPERY the greatest concentration OF TWINof origi- LIGHTSThe Chesapeake PUBLISHERS Bay is a very complex and fragile eco- PROPERY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERS nal 18th century buildings in America. St. Michaels hosts system, home to thousands of species of flora and fauna. the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum in honor of its early For nearly 30 years, the Chesapeake Bay Foundation and shellfish harvesting and boat-building traditions. other concerned organizations have set an example for envi- Geologically, the Chesapeake Bay is a ria, or drowned val- ronmental action as they work tirelessly to restore health ley, of the Susquehanna River, which stretches some 200 miles to endangered marine zones and preserve the beloved from Havre de Grace, Maryland to Virginia Beach, Virginia. Chesapeake Bay for the future generations. Its watershed covers 64,000 square miles, also impacting This collection of photographs is a tribute to the beauty Delaware, West Virginia, New York and Washington, D.C. of the Chesapeake Bay, its tributaries and islands, its history Two dramatic bridges span the Chesapeake Bay, transport- and culture. We invite you to join award-winning photo- ing more than 25 million vehicles a year bound for popular grapher Jake McGuire in a breathtaking aerial tour of our Atlantic Ocean resorts. The Chesapeake Bay Bridge connects great natural treasure. PROPERY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERS PROPERY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERS

Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge Tidal Marshes At the meeting of land and water, two eco- the Atlantic Flyway. The 27,000-acre area is systems collaborate to create one of nature’s composed mainly of tidal salt marshes and loveliest works of art. Blackwater National offers hiking and paddling trails, cycling Wildlife Refuge in Cambridge, Maryland is roads, and hunting and fishing opportunities. a spectacular vantage point to observe thousands of migratory waterfowl traveling along

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PROPERY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERS PROPERY OF TWIN LIGHTSOPPOSITE: VIRGINIA BEACHPUBLISHERS AND RUDEE INLET, VIRGINIA • ABOVE: CAPE HENRY, VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA

Virginia Beach Cape Henry Light Miles of surf and sand, beachfront hotels, and The Virginia coast is the site of hundreds of restaurants make Virginia Beach one of the shipwrecks. The first Cape Henry Lighthouse most popular seaside destinations on the was built of brick in 1792 at Fort Story as a Atlantic coastline. Rudee Inlet provides the beacon to the growing number of merchant only ocean access for boats along the Virginia ships entering Chesapeake Bay. The second Beach coastline. Its sheltered harbor is home lighthouse, built in 1881 at 163 feet, is the tallest to yachts, fishing boats, and other recreational cast-iron plate lighthouse in the United States. vessels, as well as whale watching charters. The two lighthouses stand just 350 feet apart.

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TOP AND BOTTOM: ELIZABETH RIVERPROPERY, NORFOLK, AND PORTSMOUTH OF, VIRGINIA TWIN• OPPOSITE: NAVAL LIGHTS STATION NORFOLK, NORFOLK PUBLISHERS, VIRGINIA PROPERY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERS

Maritime Hub Homecoming The largest base for the United States Navy is frequent dredging to keep the river open. The Tugboats create huge fountains of water to sheltered in the deep waters of the Elizabeth Elizabeth River is currently twice its original greet warships returning to Naval Station River. Since the 17th century, the Port of depth, but it has lost a third of its width. Norfolk. Sailors and officers in full white Virginia has been a hub of military and com- dress uniform line the decks in salute as each mercial maritime operations. U.S. Navy and ship returns after as long as two years away commercial contractor docks, industrial from home. This memorable sight is best plants and coal loading operations line the observed from the water, at the entrance to historic waters. Constant silting has required the Elizabeth River.

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VIRGINIA PORT AUTHORITY, PINNERPROPERY POINT, NORFOLK, VIRGINIA OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERS PROPERY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERS WATERFRONT, PORTSMOUTH, VIRGINIA

Pinner Point Portsmouth Waterfront The Virginia Port Authority operates the Portsmouth has been a crucial East Coast region’s major marine cargo terminals that port since the historic city was founded in include Norfolk International Terminals 1752. Modern revitalization along the shores (NIT), Newport News Marine Terminal, of the Elizabeth River has brought in high- Portsmouth Marine Terminal and the rise hotels and condominiums, which provide Virginia Inland Port, in Front Royal. The majestic views of the river and downtown 219 foot tall Suez-class container cranes at Norfolk. NIT are the tallest in the world.

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TOP: LAMBERTS POINT COAL TERMINAL, NORFOLK, VIRGINIA • BOTTOM: NAVAL MEDICAL CENTER, PORTSMOUTH, VIRGINIA FORT MONROE, HAMPTON, VIRGINIA

Half A Million Tons Oldest Navy Hospital Fort Monroe Lamberts Point Coal Terminal is the largest Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, the nation’s Named in honor of President James Monroe, coal trans-loading terminal in the Northern oldest United States Navy hospital, is located this massive, multi-sided structure is the Hemisphere. The adjacent Lambert’s Point on the banks of the Elizabeth River, where largest stone fort in the country. Built in 1834 Docks, Virginia’s largest break-bulk marine Fort Nelson stood in the 18th century. Today, and surrounded by a medieval-style moat, terminal, processes thousands of rail cars this state-of-the-art facility, equipped with Fort Monroe was designed to guard the delivering rubber, cocoa, and other shipments cutting edge technology and staffed with mouth of Hampton Roads from foreign from around the world totaling over half a superior medical personnel, continues to pro- fleets. It remains an active Army post. The million tons of cargo each year. vide care to the military and their families. Casemate Museum is open for tours.

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OLD PORT COMFORT, HAMPTON, VIRGINIA HAMPTON ROADS, HAMPTON, VIRGINIA PROPERY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERS PROPERY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERS

Old Point Comfort Lighthouse Hampton Harbor Fishing Boats The Old Point Comfort Light at Fort Monroe A variety of commercial fishing vessels and is rich in American history. During the War pleasure craft sail out of Hampton Harbor, at of 1812, the British captured the tower and the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay. Established used it as an observation point to monitor in 1610, Hampton is one of the best-kept Norfolk. At the end of the Civil War, Confed- secrets on the East Coast. erate President Jefferson Davis was imprisoned in a building behind the light. Old Point Com- fort Light, automated in 1973, is still active.

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ABOVE AND OPPOSITE: CHESAPEAKE BAY TO ELIZABETH RIVER, NORFOLK, VIRGINIA

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Sail Virginia More than 50 tall ships from around the Elizabeth River. Hundreds of local boats and world marked the 400th anniversary of the thousands of land-side spectators followed the founding of Jamestown with a six-day mari- progress of the fully rigged sailing ships, sleek time spectacle, Sail Virginia. The event was schooners and small ketches. also held in conjunction with Norfolk’s annual, three-day Harborfest. The parade of ships began in the lower Chesapeake Bay off Ocean View and ended with a dramatic sail up the

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Tall Ships The tall ships docked at Norfolk's Town Point Park, thrilled tourists and locals with a forest of masts; a rare sight not unlike the waterfront of 200 years ago. Tugboats led the official parade of tall ships up the Elizabeth River. Sail Virginia was conceived to promote the 400th anniversary of the Jamestown Colony, the spirit of Norfolk and Virginia's rich history.

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TOWN POINT PARK, NORFOLK, VIRGINIA WATERSIDE DOCK, NORFOLK, VIRGINIA

Week-Long Festival State-of-the-Art Cruise Port In addition to the tall ships from around the The deep waters of the Elizabeth River have world, Native Americans convened from been used for navigation since the region’s throughout Virginia to celebrate their critical Colonial Period. Named for a 17th-century role in Virginia’s history during Sail Virginia. fort, the Half Moone Cruise and Celebration The festival drew in hundreds of artists, musi- Center is an 80,000 square-foot cruise facility. cians, and craftsmen. Historical re-enactments, The terminal accommodates liners sailing military parades, and fireworks charged the to The Bahamas, Bermuda, the Caribbean, festive atmosphere with excitement. New England and Canada.

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PROPERY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERS OPPOSITE, TOP: GEORGEPROPERY P. COLEMAN MEMORIAL BRIDGEOF, YORKTOWN TWIN• OPPOSITE LIGHTS, BOTTOM: GLOUCESTER PUBLISHERS POINT, VIRGINIA • ABOVE: SARAH’S CREEK, YORK RIVER, GLOUCESTER POINT, VIRGINIA

Double-Swing-Span Bridge Virginia Institute of Marine Science Sarah’s Creek The 3,750 foot-long Coleman Bridge is a VIMS, a professional graduate school for the A tributary of the lower York River, Sarah’s double-swing-span bridge that connects York College of William and Mary, is among the Creek flows to the east of Gloucester Point. It and Gloucester counties over the York River. largest marine research and education centers played key roles during both the Revolutionary Soaring about 90 feet above the water, it in the United States. It was chartered in 1940 and Civil Wars, as the site of fortifications swings open to handle large commercial and to provide research, education, and expertise against adversarial ships on the York River. military traffic on the river. Built in 1952, the in contemporary marine science. Its 35-acre Commercial oyster production, once an Coleman Bridge was widened in 1995 to main campus is located on Gloucester Point, important part of the local economy, has been accommodate growing commuter needs. Virginia. replaced by residential growth and development.

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ABOVE: ENTRANCE TO PERRIN RIVER, HAYES, VIRGINIA • OPPOSITE: NEW POINT COMFORT LIGHT, MOBJACK BAY, VIRGINIA

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Protected Harbor New Point Comfort Light Great fishing spots, sailing, and immediate Built in 1805 by Elzy Burroughs, builder of access to the Chesapeake Bay make Perrin the Old Point Comfort Light, this 55-foot- River, near the mouth of the York River, high sandstone tower stood on land at the popular with recreational boaters. Crown entrance of Mobjack Bay until the Hurricane Pointe Marina, with its protected harbor of 1933. The third oldest lighthouse on the just past Jenkins Neck, makes a good starting Chesapeake Bay now stands alone, a watchful point for many boaters. sentry on its own tiny island in the bay.

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ABOVE: DYER CREEK, NEW POINT COMFORTPROPERY, VIRGINIA • OPPOSITE ,OFTOP: NEW TWIN POINT, VIRGINIA •LIGHTSOPPOSITE, BOTTOM: CRICKET PUBLISHERS HILL AND GWYNN’S ISLAND, VIRGINIA PROPERY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERS

Idyllic Peninsula Campsites Battle Site The natural beauty of this peninsula inspired Soft white sands, calm waters, pristine nature, In July of 1776, a battery stood on Cricket plans, in the 1900s, for an idyllic seaside and gorgeous views of the Chesapeake Bay Hill, facing Gwynn’s Island, where the resort, with a grand hotel near the Old Point attract down-to-earth vacationers. A popular Colonial Governor, Lord Dunmore, had set Comfort Light at its tip. Marshes were to be campground destination at New Point offers up a British camp to fight off the Virginia filled and beaches expanded. Prohibitive costs swimming, fishing, boating, crabbing, and forces. Virginia won the Battle of Cricket Hill, doomed the project, which was fortunate, as clamming at their tent and RV camping sites. forcing the British to evacuate the island. the Hurricane of 1933 would have blown much of it away.

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STINGRAY POINT, DELTAVILLE, VIRGINIA TOP AND BOTTOM: HUNTING AND STURGEON CREEKS, DELTAVILLE, VIRGINIA

Healing History Boat Building History Back in the 1600s, Captain John Smith was Once the boat-building capital of the seriously injured by a stingray. He was cured Chesapeake Bay, Deltaville has evolved into a by the Indians, and the site of the healing was favorite recreational destination. Its rivers, named Stingray Point. Nestled at the eastern- creeks, and marshes provide a rich habitat for most tip of the Middle Peninsula on Virginia’s wildlife. Deltaville’s population more than Coastal Plain, Stingray Point marks the quadruples in summer as vacationers flock entrance of two rivers: the Rappahannock on in for fishing tournaments, sailboat races, the north and the Piankatank on the south. seafood festivals, and fireworks.

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MEACHIM CREEK, TOPPING, VIRGINIA TOP: URBANNA CREEK, URBANNA, VIRGINIA • BOTTOM: LOWRY’S POINT, DUNNESVILLE, VIRGINIA

Meachim Creek City of Anne Lowry’s Point This quiet community on Meachim Creek, For the price of ten thousand pounds of The tiny peninsula of Lowry’s Point, on the located between Urbanna and Deltaville and tobacco, anyone could establish a port town southern Rappahannock River shore, offers across the river from White Stone, offers in Virginia back in 1680, in accordance with fine views of the town of Tappahannock and good fishing and sailing on the lower an Act of Assembly at Jamestown. And so Downing Bridge. English explorers arrived Rappahannock River. Hummel Field the “City of Anne,” or Urbanna, was created. on the river in 1607 and actively settled here Airport is visible just behind the creek. The famous Urbanna Oyster Festival, which throughout the 18th century. started in 1957, draws 75,000 visitors every November.

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OPPOSITE: RICHMOND BEACH, TAPPAHANNOCK, VIRGINIA • ABOVE: CROPS ALONG THE RAPPAHANNOCK RIVER

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50,000 Farms Richmond Beach is a residential area located in Essex County along the Rappahannock River. Agriculture has been a major part of Virginia’s economy since colonial days. Three centuries later, more than a third of the state remains farmland. Some 50,000 Virginia farms produce hay, soybeans, and corn. Secondary crops include barley, cotton, and tobacco.

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OPPOSITE: TAPPAHANNOCK, VIRGINIA • ABOVE: FREDERICKSBURG, VIRGINIA

Oldest Town Strategic Location Waterfront homes line the bank of the Rappa- Established in 1671 and named after Prince hannock River, on the northern approach to Frederick, son of King George II, Fredericks- Tappahannock, the oldest town in Essex burg played a major role during the Civil County. Some historians believe the town War. Its strategic location at the falls of the may pre-date Williamsburg. Captain John Rappahannock River was bitterly contested Smith landed here in 1608. Tappahannock by both sides, and several times the city means “on the rise and fall of the water” in changed hands between the Confederate a local Indian dialect. and Union Armies.

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INGLESIDE VINEYARDS, OAK GROVE, VIRGINIA MYER CREEK, CORROTOMAN RIVER, LANCASTER, VIRGINIA

Wine Country Scenic Waters The climate and soil of Virginia’s Northern Deep, protected waters, beautiful scenery, Neck are similar to those of the Bordeaux and a casual atmosphere make the Yankee region in France, making it ideal for grape Point Sailboat Marina popular with boaters cultivation. Several wineries have been estab- from Washington, D.C. and Virginia. It is lished on Northern Neck since the 1970s. located on Myer Creek just off the Corroto- The Flemer family’s award-winning Ingleside man River, 10 miles from the mouth of the Vineyards, on their 3,000-acre estate, is Rappahannock River. among Virginia’s oldest and largest wineries.

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TOP : CARTER’S CREEK, RAPPAHANNOCK RIVER, IRVINGTON, VIRGINIA • BOTTOM: MOSQUITO POINT, WHITE STONE, VIRGINIA POINT LOOKOUT, CORNFIELD HARBOR, MARYLAND

Sophisticated Charm Land of Peaceful Living Marshes and Creeks The “Venice of the Northern Neck” at the Native Americans called this area “the land of Cornfield Harbor is off the beaten path, turn of the 19th century, the busy steamboat peaceful living,” and the name still holds true. and that’s part of its lure for nature lovers. port town of Irvington even had its own The town of White Stone, settled in 1715, Located at the mouth of the Potomac opera house. Much of the city was consumed retains its friendly and relaxed attitude. River, its access road runs through beautiful by fire in 1917. In 1947, the opening of the Residents live at an easy pace, guarding their marshes and creeks. Its waters produce an Tides Inn began a revitalization of the town, values and traditions. Mosquito Point, at the abundance of fish, and its sandy banks and Irvington once again draws visitors for tip of Virginia’s Northern Neck, marks the offer an ideal setting for bird watching its relaxed yet sophisticated charm. entrance to the Rappahannock River. and kayaking.

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ST. MARY’S GOVERNOR'S CUP YACHT RACE, MARYLAND TOP: POINT LOOKOUT STATE PARK, SCOTLAND, MARYLAND • BOTTOM: TANNER’S CREEK, SCOTLAND BEACH, MARYLAND

Governor’s Cup Yacht Race Haunted Past Tranquil Escape Each summer, sailors place themselves at the The peaceful setting at Point Lookout State Quiet and picturesque Scotland Beach is nes- mercy of the unpredictable Chesapeake Bay Park makes it hard to imagine that this land tled near the southernmost end of St Mary’s weather to participate in the largest overnight once was a prison for more than 50,000 County, on a peninsula formed by the yacht race on the East Coast. The 70-mile Confederate soldiers, or that its lighthouse Potomac River and the Chesapeake Bay. race starts in Annapolis, rain or shine, and is considered one of America’s most haunted Surrounded by farms and woods, this small finishes the next day at the St. Mary’s College places. Point Lookout Lighthouse has been the community makes a tranquil getaway from waterfront. The awards ceremony and a big subject of many paranormal investigations. city life. party culminate the event.

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TOP: SOLOMONS ISLAND, MARYLAND • BOTTOM: PATUXENT RIVER, TOWN POINT, MARYLAND SOLOMONS ISLAND AND THOMAS JOHNSON BRIDGE, MARYLAND

Custom Yacht Fame Thomas Johnson Bridge Solomons Island Since the late 1800s, Solomons Island has Built in 1977 and named after the first gover- Improved transportation and communica- taken full advantage of its position at the nor of Maryland, the graceful 1.5 mile-long tions brought tourism to this once-isolated mouth of the Patuxent River. A prominent Thomas Johnson Bridge connects Solomons community. Modern hotels and charming shipbuilding and seafood-harvesting center, Island with St. Mary’s County, passing over B&Bs welcome travelers who come to experi- the island gained international acclaim in the Town Point and Town Creek. The top of the ence the water-dominant culture. The town 1930s as the home of fine wooden yacht bridge affords a wonderful view of Solomons offers fishing charters, The Calvert Marine builder M.M. Davis & Son. In recent decades, Island, the Patuxent River Naval Air Station, Museum, the wooden-planked Riverwalk it has become a popular tourist destination. and Chesapeake Bay. boardwalk, and wonderful seafood restaurants.

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TOP: FISHING CREEK, CHESAPEAKE BEACH, MARYLAND • BOTTOM: NORTH BEACH, MARYLAND NORTH BEACH, MARYLAND

Railroad Resort Town Jewel of the Chesapeake In the late 1890s, The Washington and A half-mile boardwalk past homes and shops Chesapeake Beach Railway Company envi- is dotted with benches providing a vantage sioned a railroad route from Washington D.C. point for lovely Chesapeake Bay views. to a Chesapeake Bay beach. Hence, the resort Antiquing and beachcombing are popular town of Chesapeake Beach was born. After pastimes at North Beach, which also is known losing some of its luster in the mid-20th cen- for its annual summer Bayfest, and a popular tury, the area experienced a revival in the house and garden tour. Pretty little North 1990s, and is once again a popular destination. Beach calls itself the Jewel of the Chesapeake.

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HOLLAND POINT, ROSE HAVEN, MARYLAND HERRINGTON HARBOUR, ROSE HAVEN, MARYLAND

Holland Point World Class Marinas Stately homes with private boat docks are Herrington Harbour was created in the late tucked into the landscape along the water- 1970s when visionary E. Steuart Chaney front of Holland Point, the southernmost embarked on a mission to create an environ- end of Herring Bay. Holland Point overlooks mentally-friendly waterfront development. both Herring Bay and the Chesapeake Bay. Owned and operated by the Chaney family, Minutes away are Herrington Harbour and Herrington Harbour encompasses two mari- the towns of North Beach and Chesapeake nas, an inn, a restaurant, an Olympic pool, Beach. and a Caribbean-style beachfront.

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HERRING BAY, FAIRHAVEN-ON-THE-BAY, MARYLAND DEALE, MARYLAND

Once an Oyster Bar Fishing and Boating In the 1850s, large oyster bars attracted Deale, Maryland is very serious about its watermen from the Eastern Shore to Herring fishing and boating. In addition to several Bay. One of them, Bay Shore Bar, extended smaller marinas, there are two large full- from Herring Bay to West River. Gradually, service marinas, Shipwright Harbor and people from the cities migrated into the area Herrington Harbor North. Home to over 40 for sport fishing and relaxation. Now, charter fishing boats, Deale provides easy Fairhaven-on-the-Bay features magazine- access to the Chesapeake Bay for the residents cover homes along its picturesque banks. of the Washington, D.C. and Annapolis areas.

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Luxury Homes Preserving Culture Less than a century ago, the residential com- The small town of Shady Side, on the penin- munity of Rest Haven was primarily farm- sula between the Chesapeake Bay and the West land. Now, the lovely peninsula east of Deale, River, takes pride in preserving its history and bordered by Parker Creek and Deale Beach, is folklore for future generations. The Maryland graced by large waterfront houses. town is home to The Captain Salem Avery House Museum, run by the Shady Side Rural Heritage Society.

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OPPOSITE: PARRISH CREEK, SHADY SIDE, MARYLAND • ABOVE: WEST RIVER, GALESVILLE, MARYLAND

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Watermen’s Town Sailing Town Visible here from the air are Shady Side The town of Galesville, on the West River, Marina and Discovery Village eco-park, on once was the terminus of a steamship line Parrish Creek. Discovery Village is a research connecting to Annapolis and Baltimore. From and educational facility dedicated to preserv- a thriving community of Chesapeake Bay ing the ecology and culture of the Chesapeake watermen, the town has developed its indus- Bay. It is currently working together with the try around pleasure boating. Today, Galesville Chesapeake Bay Foundation on an oyster is home to the West River Sailing Club, one of restoration project. the most active sailing clubs on the bay.

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BEVERLY BEACH, MARYLAND SOUTH RIVER, SAUNDERS POINT, MARYLAND

Quiet Community Mayo Beach Despite its close proximity to major cities like Homeowners on Saunders Point, at the Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, Beverly mouth of the South River, have both choices: Beach remains quiet and modest. It is a small a tranquil evening on their porch overlooking private residential community, which consists the bay, or an easy boat ride to Kent Island of approximately 400 homes, a private beach, or Annapolis for a fine meal and cultural and a marina. The adjacent Beverly Triton entertainment. The adjacent Mayo Beach Beach Park is a nature preserve with three Park offers picnicking, swimming, and other ponds and wetlands. recreational activities.

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Pretty Town Turkey Point Shoreham Beach, at the entrance to the South Sandwiched between Ramsay Lake (visible on River, offers the best of both water and land. the left) and Selby Bay (on the right), near the Mature trees line the streets and beaches mouth of South River, is the community of beckon for a lunch en plein air, while the Turkey Point. It was established on two con- river and the bay lure enthusiastic boaters. nected islands with the fitting names of Big Ramsay Lake and Selby Bay, visible in the Island and Little Island. The three bodies of distance, have several marinas. water surrounding Turkey Point offer endless recreational possibilities.

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SOUTH RIVER, CAPE LOCH HAVEN, MARYLAND BACK CREEK, EASTPORT, THE SPA CREEK, AND THE SEVREN RIVER, ANNAPOLIS, MARYLAND

Quiet and Green America’s First Colonial Capital Cape Loch Haven lies just down the river from First established in 1649 as the settlement of London Town. Currently an archeological site Providence, the Puritan settlement of Annapo- for studies by The Lost Towns Project, London lis was chosen as Colonial Maryland’s capital Town once was a prosperous tobacco port that in 1694. The Royal Governor named this new rivaled the colonial capitals of Williamsburg seat of power after Princess Anne, an heiress and Annapolis. Quiet and green, Cape Loch to the British throne. It attracted much cultural Haven’s historic London Town House and and maritime activity and quickly became a Gardens are well worth a visit. fashionable metropolis of Colonial America.

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SPA CREEK, ANNAPOLIS, MARYLAND SPA CREEK, ANNAPOLIS, MARYLAND

Georgian Architecture Spa Creek In the early 18th century, prosperous mer- The Naval Academy, the Annapolis Sailing chants built their Georgian townhouses near School, and hundreds of recreational boaters the water. Annapolis has the greatest concen- keep the Annapolis harbor busy. Thousands tration of 18th-century Georgian architecture of small vessels pass through Spa Creek every in America. All four of Maryland’s signers of year. Its nearly equidistant location between the Declaration of Independence lived in Washington, D.C. and Baltimore makes Anna- Annapolis, and three of their homes are polis a convenient, popular, and delightful open for public touring. destination for residents from both cities.

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SPA CREEK BRIDGE, SPA CREEK, ANNAPOLIS, MARYLAND SPA CREEK DRAW BRIDGE, ANNAPOLIS, MARYLAND

Yachting Fame America’s Sailing Capital The internationally-renowned Annapolis Annapolis and its surrounding county Yacht Club began in 1883 as an informal embrace nearly 400 miles of the bay and its canoe club. It now has more than 1400 mem- tributaries, making it the seat of sailing power bers and fleets on both sides of Spa Creek. on the Chesapeake Bay. On breezy summer Nearby is the City Dock, in the heart of his- days, the waterways are dotted with sailboats toric Annapolis. Major maritime attractions of all sizes, racing in the wind or cruising at a include the springtime Maritime Heritage leisurely pace. Festival, boat shows, and waterfront dining.

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Oldest State House Packed Houses United States Naval Academy The Maryland State House is the oldest state There is no lack of spectators any time of year The United States Naval Academy is an under- house still in legislative use. It served as the at this stadium. The games played by the Navy graduate institution that prepares young men United States Capitol from 1783 to 1784. The Midshipmen in this 34,000-seat facility since and women to become fully commissioned Maryland General Assembly convenes there its dedication in 1959 have attracted more naval and marine officers. Since its founding for three months each year. The original than 4 million fans. The stadium was com- in 1845, more than 60,000 have successfully building was completed in 1779, the Dome pletely renovated in 2004 and transformed completed the program. Thousands of proud in 1797. The Dome is thought to have been into a state-of-the-art multi-use facility host- parents arrive on campus every May for the modeled after a tower in Karlsruhe, Germany. ing Navy football, lacrosse, and other events. midshipmen’s graduation.

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SANDY POINT STATE PARK, ANNAPOLIS, MARYLAND

Jet Skiing on Mill Creek Amazing Schooner Race Bay Views An aerial shot gives a bird’s-eye perspective One of the world’s largest and most impres- Sandy Point State Park affords excellent views of jet skiers on Mill Creek, near Hidden sive gatherings of traditional sailing vessels, of the Chesapeake Bay and bridge. Opened in Point, just north of Annapolis. Hidden Point, The Great Chesapeake Bay Schooner Race is 1952, its 786 acres are rich with wildlife and once mostly farmland, now boasts waterfront an annual sailing race from Baltimore to recreational opportunities such as swimming, homes, the Chesapeake Bay Institute Field Portsmouth to benefit the Chesapeake Bay crabbing, boating, and windsurfing. Visitors Laboratory of Johns Hopkins University, Foundation and the Elizabeth River Project. can enjoy a summer picnic while watching and the U.S. Naval Ship Research and The public can view the fleet of magnificent ship and boat traffic on the bay. Development Center at Greenbury Point. schooners during their stay in either port. TOP: MILL CREEK, MARYLAND • BOTTOM: CHESAPEAKE BAY, OPEN WATERS

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Victorian Elegance Chesapeake Bay Bridge Sandy Point Shoal Light features a copper With a shore-to-shore length of 4.3 miles, the roof made white with sea salt. It has a black Chesapeake Bay Bridge is among the world's lantern and an octagonal appearance due to most dramatic over-water structures. The its truncated corners. The mansard roof, two-lane original span was opened to traffic peaked windows, bracketed cornices, and in 1952; the parallel structure opened in 1973. ornamental brickwork give it an unusual Both spans have a vertical navigational clear- Victorian style and elegance. It was auctioned ance of 186 feet, which allows the passage of off in 2006 and is now privately owned. ships to and from the Port of Baltimore.

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ABOVE AND OPPOSITE: CHESAPEAKE BAY BRIDGE, MARYLAND

25 Million Vehicles Volvo Ocean Race The Chesapeake Bay Bridge replaced the need The Volvo Ocean Race is a major yacht race for ferries from the Annapolis area to the around the world. Originally called the Eastern Shore. Now, nearly 25 million vehi- Whitbread Round the World Yacht Race, it cles annually cross the bridge to ocean resorts was conceived by the Royal Naval Sailing and quaint historic towns. Since its construc- Association in 1973, with sponsorship from a tion, the bridge has made significant impact London-based brewery company, and was the on both sides of the bay, especially on the first ever attempt at a global, crewed yacht growth of Eastern Shore communities. race. The race covers more than 28,000 miles.

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CHESAPEAKE BAY BRIDGE, MARYLAND GIBSON ISLAND, MAGOTHY NARROWS, MARYLAND

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Elegant Curve Gated Community The late afternoon sun emphasizes the elegant Gibson Island is a gated community of curve of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge. Once a exclusive homes, built within a carefully year, people have an opportunity to cross this maintained natural environment. Area history non-pedestrian bridge on foot. During the dates back to the 1600s, when Native Ameri- Bay Bridge Walk each May, the westbound cans used the location as a summer residence. span is temporarily configured for two-way The island, as we know it today, was founded vehicular traffic so that nearly 50,000 people by Stuart Symington in the1920s and was can walk west on the eastbound span. named after one of the first homeowners.

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SILLERY BAY AT THE MOUTH OF THE MAGOTHY RIVER, MARYLAND BAYSIDE BEACH, BODKIN CREEK, PASADENA, MARYLAND

Sillery Bay Historic Park At the mouth of Magothy River, just to the Waterfront homes and boats dot the shore- south of Gibson Island, boaters can see Sillery lines of Bayside Beach on secluded Bodkin Bay and Dobbins Island. All summer long, Creek. At the historic Hancock’s Resolution Sillery Bay is alive with boats filled with Park on Bayside Beach stands a pre-Civil War people seeking to escape the rigors of a stone farmhouse. This is an excellent example much-too-hurried lifestyle. of early Chesapeake architecture. Boyd Pond, Fort Smallwood Park, and Rock Creek are visible in the background.

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TOP: STONY CREEK, MARYLAND • BOTTOMPROPERY: FRANCIS SCOTT KEY BRIDGEOF, BALTIMORE TWIN HARBOR, MARYLANDLIGHTS PUBLISHERS PROPERY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERSFORT MCHENRY, ENTRANCE TO BALTIMORE HARBOR, MARYLAND

Stony Creek O Say Can You See? Baltimore Harbor Peaceful residential communities have Arching dramatically over Baltimore Harbor, site of the 1812 bombardment of Fort Star-shaped Fort McHenry stands guard replaced the batteries and fire towers that and reaching the height of a 36-story build- McHenry, the battle that inspired Key to at the entrance to Baltimore Harbor. served as coastal defenses along Stony Creek ing, the 1.6-mile Francis Scott Key Bridge write The Star Spangled Banner. Baltimore is an important international in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Today’s crosses the Patapsco River from Hawkins seaport, Maryland’s largest city, and home to recreational boats and waterfront homes are Point to Sollers Point. The bridge is a part of Johns Hopkins University. Baltimore’s Inner pictured here, counterclockwise, on Stony the 11-mile-long Outer Harbor Crossing toll Harbor area has a vibrant mix of restaurants, Beach, Orchard Beach, Clearwater Beach, facility, which accommodates about 31,000 entertainment, historic ships, museums, Sunset Beach, and Riviera Beach. vehicles a day. The bridge affords a view of the sports complexes, and more.

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TOP: SEVEN FOOT KNOLL LIGHTHOUSE, BALTIMORE MARITIME MUSEUM • BOTTOM: INNER HARBOR, BALTIMORE, MARYLAND • OPPOSITE: PRIDE OF BALTIMORE II

Oldest Screw-pile Lighthouse USS Constellation Pride of Baltimore II The Chesapeake Bay’s oldest surviving The USS Constellation, built in 1854, was the In 1977, the City of Baltimore launched the screw-pile lighthouse was built in 1855 at last all-sail warship built by the United States Pride of Baltimore, an authentic reproduction the mouth of the Patapsco River as an aid to Navy. It served in the Civil War and also for of an early 19th-century Clipper privateer. navigation. One hundred and thirty-three training, diplomatic, and humanitarian pur- Lost at sea after nine years of service and years later, the Coast Guard donated the poses. Today, it is a National Historic Land- 150,000 nautical miles, she was replaced by a lighthouse to the City of Baltimore to be mark, open for tours. Rising behind the ship modern Pride of Baltimore II in 1988. The preserved as an historic landmark. It is now is Baltimore’s World Trade Center, the world's Pride continues the role of Maryland’s part of the Baltimore Maritime Museum. tallest equilateral five-sided building. Flagship and Goodwill Ambassador.

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TOP: OLD ROAD BAY, NORTH POINT,PROPERYPATAPSCO RIVER, FORT HOWARD OF, MARYLAND TWIN• BOTTOM: OLD LIGHTS ROAD BAY, EDGEMERE , PUBLISHERSMARYLAND PROPERY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERSSWAN POINT, NORTH POINT STATE PARK, BACK RIVER, EDGEMERE, MARYLAND

Fort Howard Edge of the Sea Swan Point Known as The Bulldog at Baltimore’s Gate, The township of Edgemere, Old English for Clusters of homes and a marina nestle on this horseback and hiking trails, boat launches, Fort Howard was created to protect the val- “edge of the sea,” is the largest community on swan’s neck-shaped peninsula at the entrance camping, picnicking, and a comprehensive ued Port of Baltimore. It served its purpose the North Point Peninsula of Baltimore to the Back River. Its proximity to Baltimore visitor center. in 1814, when the Americans slowed down County, accessible via the Baltimore Beltway, makes Swan Point a coveted waterfront com- the advance of the British troops in the Battle the Patapsco River, and the Chesapeake Bay. munity. North Point is a state park with rich of North Point. Today, Fort Howard is a pub- history, from a defense against the British in lic park, where many of its batteries can still 1812 to a large amusement park in the first be seen. half of the 20th century. Its amenities include

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TOP: MIDDLE RIVER AND ESSEX SUBURBS, MARYLAND • BOTTOM: ENTRANCE TO SUSQUEHANNA RIVER, HAVRE DE GRACE, MARYLAND OPPOSITE: THOMAS J HATEM MEMORIAL BRIDGE, SUSQUEHANNA RIVER, HAVRE DE GRACE, MARYLAND

Waterfront Communities Millard E. Tydings Memorial Park Havre de Grace In 1929, Glenn L. Martin built an airplane Honoring Havre de Grace’s most famous Named after the port city of Le Havre, factory in Middle River. By the 1940s, thou- native son, United States Senator Millard E. France, Havre de Grace is very popular for sands were employed at the factory, now Tydings, this beautiful park affords magnifi- water recreation. Dotting the shoreline are a Lockheed Martin. Since then, increased inter- cent views of the Susquehanna River. Along city yacht basin and several marinas. The est in waterfront homes inspired some of the the water’s edge is the city's yacht basin. The waterfront promenade is perfect for a relaxing county’s most desirable communities, includ- park hosts many events, including Memorial stroll on a calm summer evening. Havre de ing Island View Beach, Breezy Point Beach, Day services, Fourth of July fireworks, arts and Grace missed becoming our nation’s capital Rockaway Beach, and Cape May Beach. crafts shows, and the annual seafood festival. by just one vote.

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Aggregate Quarries Thomas J. Hatem Memorial Bridge Aggregate rock, from quarries like this one, is More than 200 bridges cross the Susquehanna, barged all over the country. Aggregates form which at 444 miles long, is the longest river the foundation of many great buildings, on America’s East Coast. Formed from two bridges, highways, and airport runways. branches, one in upstate New York and the A very large aggregate quarry can yield as other in western Pennsylvania, it provides half much as 10 million tons of rock per year, of the freshwater inflow for the entire Chesa- enough to fill 10,000 rail cars. peake Bay. The Thomas J. Hatem Memorial Bridge connects Havre de Grace and Perryville.

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TOP: NORTH EAST RIVER, CHARLESTOWN, MARYLAND • BOTTOM: ELK RIVER, LOCUST POINT, ELKTON, MARYLAND • OPPOSITE: SUMMIT NORTH MARINA, C&D CANAL, BEAR, DELAWARE

Charlestown Locust Point Chesapeake-Delaware Canal Charlestown (Charles Town) was established Located at the northeastern shore of the Elk The C&D Canal, connecting the Delaware by a 1742 Act of the Maryland Assembly to River and near the bustling city of Elkton, River with the Chesapeake Bay, is one of only encourage trade in the northern Chesapeake Locust Point offers scenic views from both two commercially vital sea-level canals in the Bay. A major supply depot for the Continen- land and water. Elk Neck State Park, the C&D United States. It is 14 miles long, 450 feet tal Army during the Revolutionary War, the Canal, and Welch Point Wildlife Management wide and 35 feet deep. The C&D Canal is town witnessed two encounters with British Area are easily accessible by boat from Locust owned and operated by the United States warships. Today, Charlestown is a quiet com- Point and Taylors Island marinas. Army Corps of Engineers. munity, with a well-preserved historic district.

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SENATOR WILLIAM V. ROTH, JR. BRIDGE AND ST. GEORGES BRIDGE, CHESAPEAKE-DELAWARE CANAL, ST. GEORGES, MARYLAND TOP: SASSAFRAS RIVER, GEORGETOWN AND FREDERICKTOWN, MARYLAND • BOTTOM: GROVE NECK AND SASSAFRAS RIVER, MARYLAND

Shipping Traffic Sassafras River Drawbridge Between the Rivers The value of connecting the northern This 5-foot high bascule bridge connects the Grove Point on Grove Neck is located Chesapeake Bay with the Delaware River Maryland towns of Georgetown on the south- between the mouths of the Elk and the was recognized as early as the 17th century; ern shore to Fredericktown, on the northern Sassafras rivers and marks the southeastern however, the first waterway was not open shore. The brother villages were named for border of Cecil County. A small pond near for business until 1829. Today's canal is a the sons of King George III. Ideal ways to the tip of Grove Neck neighbors Cheshaven, modern, electronically-controlled commer- pass the day in this part of the Chesapeake a small community 31 miles to the east of cial waterway, carrying 40 percent of all ship Bay would include crabbing along the river Baltimore. traffic in and out of the Port of Baltimore. and poking through antique shops.

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TOP: SASSAFRAS RIVER, BETTERTON, MARYLAND • BOTTOM: GREAT OAK LANDING, FAIRLEE CREEK, CHESTERTOWN, MARYLAND • OPPOSITE: WORTON CREEK, CHESTERTOWN, MARYLAND

Popular Beach Luxury Resort Tranquil Marina Overlooking the confluence of the Sassafras, Beautifully positioned on Fairlee Creek over- Worton Creek, in Kent County, Maryland, is Elk, and Susquehanna rivers, Betterton was looking the upper Chesapeake Bay, Mears part of the Upper Eastern Shore Tributary founded as a fishing village in the mid-1700s. Great Oak Landing is a 70-acre, 350-slip full- Basin. The creek is 2.5 miles long, with head- A century later, the development of steam- service resort marina. Established in 1955 as a waters near Worton Park. It hosts the full- boats made Betterton ideally situated as a private yacht club, marina, and hunting lodge, service, 100-slip Worton Creek Marina. port and, later, as a thriving summer resort. it grew into a large enterprise featuring a Betterton today is a quiet residential commu- restaurant, lodge, banquet facilities, golf nity with a sandy beach favored by swimmers. course, tropical bar, and other amenities.

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ROCK HALL, MARYLAND TOLCHESTER BEACH, MARYLAND

Preserving the Culture Tolchester Marina Rock Hall traces its history to 1707, as an For 85 years, Tolchester Beach was home to important tobacco port and a fishing, crab- an amusement park, which grew from a mod- bing, and oystering center. Today, Rock Hall est 10 acres in 1877 to a flourishing 155-acre preserves the watermen’s culture while pro- attraction that drew 20,000 visitors a week- viding travelers with an alluring destination end. The amusement park closed in 1962. for sailing and boating, art, festivals, and Tolchester Marina is a full service marina. seafood restaurants.

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CHESTERTOWN, MARYLAND TOP: TILGHMAN CREEK ENTERING CHESTER RIVER, MARYLAND • BOTTOM: QUEENSTOWN AND QUEENSTOWN CREEK, MARYLAND

Royal Port of Entry Tea Party Site Queenstown Founded in 1706, Chestertown was one of The Chester River, 40 miles long, is a major Named after Queen Anne of England, Queens- the colony’s six Royal Ports of Entry. By the tributary of the Chesapeake Bay. In the 18th town celebrated its 300th anniversary in 2007. mid-18th century, it trailed only Annapolis as and 19th centuries, it played an important The town has the oldest continuously-used a leading port. Today, it is a quaint and lovely role in Maryland’s economy. In 1774, Chester- courthouse in the state. From its steamboat- town with stately historic homes, small shops, town mimicked the Boston Tea Party with its based economy of the 1850s, it has evolved as excellent restaurants, and stunning views own tea party on the Chester River. The river a center of agriculture and seafood harvesting. from the town dock. Chestertown also is now provides pleasure to recreational boaters It also boasts retail shopping outlets and the home to Washington College. and sailors. Queenstown Harbor Lake Golf Course.

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QUEEN’S LANDING, CHESTER, MARYLAND TOP AND BOTTOM: GRASONVILLE, EAST TO KENT ISLAND, MARYLAND

Queen’s Landing The Narrows In the Northern part of Chester is Queen’s Kent Narrows is the name for both the water condos, hotels, marinas, and restaurants. On Landing, a condominium complex that offers passage that separates Kent Island from the weekends, the Narrows is alive with beach its residents beautiful marina views of Delmarva Peninsula and the community commuters and boaters visiting local restau- Macum Creek and expansive vistas of the through which it runs. Each year, nearly 30 rants and waterfront bars. Despite the growth, Chester River right from a living room or million drivers cross the Route 50 Kent Nar- several large seafood packinghouses remain, a screened porch. rows Bridge on their way to the Atlantic Ocean clustered around Kent Narrows; and water- beaches. In recent decades, Kent Narrows has men still ply the bay in their age-old quest seen rapid growth of waterfront townhouses, for blue crabs and soft-shell clams.

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LOVE POINT, KENT ISLAND, MARYLAND THOMPSON CREEK, KENT ISLAND, MARYLAND

Love Point Quintessential Kent Island Love Point is the northernmost tip of Kent Waterfront homes and their private docks Island. As boaters round Love Point heading line Thompson Creek as it winds its way southeast, they may choose to head up the southbound to the Eastern Bay. The visual Chester River toward Chestertown for a contrast between the waterfront homes and leisurely afternoon trip or to make a straight the surrounding farmers’ fields is a quintes- shot to the Kent Narrows, several miles to sential Kent Island landscape. the south.

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TOP: BAY BRIDGE MARINA, STEVENSVILLE, MARYLAND • BOTTOM: QUEEN ANNE MARINA, STEVENSVILLE, MARYLAND • OPPOSITE: GATEWAY MARINA, TRAPPE, MARYLAND

Marinas of Kent Island Kent Island is less than an hour’s drive from the Baltimore and Washington Beltways. The many marinas afford boating opportunities for those who want to escape the city for a more bucolic Chesapeake Bay lifestyle. Gate- way Marina is one of the few marinas with direct bay access. There are many others that face secluded bays, rivers, and creeks.

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Upscale Getaways Kent Point Marina During the mid-20th century, local working Positioned at Kent Island’s southernmost people built modest homes on Kent Island. In point, Kent Point Marina affords easy access recent years, wealthy mid-Atlantic residents for boating on the Chesapeake Bay, the have discovered the charms of Kent Island, Eastern Bay, and their tributaries. and have replaced the original bungalows with large modern homes for use as weekend getaways.

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Kent Island Crab Alley Neck Residents at the narrowest part of Eastern Sandwiched between Crab Alley Bay and tie a chicken neck to the end of a string, gen- Cox Neck, a peninsula in the south of Kent Prospect Bay is claw-shaped Crab Alley Neck tly pull the tenacious decapods to the surface, Island, have a superb vantage point to enjoy and its most southern tip, Norman’s Point. and then swiftly scoop them up with a net. the sunsets over Cox Creek and other south- The waters on the southeastern shore of Kent ern Kent Island peninsulas to the west. Island have been teeming with blue crabs for centuries, aptly earning its name. Families enjoy crabbing right off their private docks. The time-tested method to catch a crab is to

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OPPOSITE, TOP: ROUTE 50 BLUE STAR MEMORIAL HWY, KENT ISLAND AND KENT NARROWS, MARYLAND • OPPOSITE, BOTTOM: KENT NARROWS, GRASONVILLE, MARYLAND ABOVE: CHESAPEAKE BAY CRABS

Blue Star Memorial Highway Fisherman’s Crab Deck Chesapeake Bounty U.S. Route 50 traverses the state of Maryland, A true local institution, Fisherman’s Crab The ubiquitous blue crab, which turns red connecting Washington, D.C. with Ocean City Deck on Kent Narrows dates back to 1930, when steamed, is the icon of summertime on on Maryland’s Atlantic shore. After passing when Captain Alex Thomas and his wife the Chesapeake Bay. Whether served up Annapolis, it becomes the Blue Star Memorial opened the original Fisherman’s Inn with steamed on a newspaper-covered table, or Highway, a designation that pays tribute to seating for 30. Now an Eastern Shore land- combined with other ingredients into a the armed forces of World War II. Both road- mark, the family-owned and operated favorite crab dish, they're a delicious element ways depend on the Chesapeake Bay Bridge to Fisherman’s Village comprises an inn, a of Chesapeake Bay life. reach Kent Island from Sandy Point State Park. seafood market, and a crab deck.

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TOP: OYSTER COVE, GRASONVILLE, MARYLAND • BOTTOM: PINEY NECK POINT, GRASONVILLE, MARYLAND WYE RIVER, BENNETT POINT LIGHTHOUSE, GRASONVILLE, MARYLAND

Balance of Nature Piney Neck Point Mouth of the Wye Oyster Cove is a modern community sur- One of Chesapeake Bay’s legendary sunsets An intriguing private lighthouse on the tip of rounded by Marshy Creek and Prospect Bay. illuminates the grand houses on Piney Neck Bennett Point marks the mouth of the Wye Condominiums and townhouses were artfully Point, between Eastern Bay and Greenwood River. The Wye River is popular with recre- designed to blend into the natural beauty of Creek. Eastern Bay is a tributary of the ational boaters for its beautiful secluded the peninsula. The architects took care to Chesapeake Bay and is located south of the anchorages, fishing, crabbing, and proximity protect the shore’s delicate ecologic balance, Chester River and north of the Choptank to tourist attractions. The river's most notable while accommodating the need for the con- River. It is connected to the Chester River feature is the Wye Island Natural Resources veniences of contemporary waterfront living. via Kent Narrows. Management Area.

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MILES RIVER, MARYLAND HAMBLETON COVE AND PORTER CREEK, ST. MICHAELS, MARYLAND

Twilight on the Tributary Harbourtowne Golf Resort All is quiet at twilight on the Miles River. The town of St. Michaels is home to the The boats are resting after a day’s work or 153-acre Harbourtowne Golf Resort and recreational sailing on the river, and nature is Conference Center. It features breathtaking getting ready for the night. A tributary of the waterfront views and a Pete Dye-designed golf Eastern Bay traveling from Unionville to the course with his trademark narrow fairways east, Miles River is part of the Chesapeake and deep traps, ponds, walls, and protected Bay watershed. greens.

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ST. MICHAELS, MARYLAND PROPERY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERS PROPERY OF TWINTOP: THE INN LIGHTS AT PERRY CABIN, MILES RIVERPUBLISHERS, ST. MICHAELS, MARYLAND • BOTTOM: MILES RIVER, ST. MICHAELS, MARYLAND

Trendy St. Michaels The Inn at Perry Cabin Crabbing on the Chesapeake Founded in 1677, St. Michaels was a ship- The luxurious Inn at Perry Cabin is a tranquil Trotline fishing, one of many crabbing building center and a trading port until the and refined respite for visitors from nearby methods, is mostly employed by commercial early 1800s. It is known as “the town that Washington, D.C., Baltimore or locations fishermen such as this one. A baited line, fooled the British” because of a clever defense beyond. Built after the War of 1812, the coun- weighted to the bottom, allows the crabber strategy during the War of 1812. Today, it is a try house became an inn in 1990. Its cuisine is to net the busily-feeding crabs as the line trendy destination with upscale shops and famous throughout the area. rises to the surface. restaurants. The movie Wedding Crashers was filmed in St. Michaels in 2004.

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TOP: RICH NECK, CLAIBORNE, MARYLAND • BOTTOM: NAVY POINT, ST. MICHAELS, MARYLAND • OPPOSITE: EASTERN BAY SHORELINE, WITTMAN, MARYLAND

Claiborne Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum Wittman Claiborne was a busy port, first for passenger Founded in 1965, the Chesapeake Bay Mari- A magnificent shoreline estate faces the open and then automobile ferry service across the time Museum promotes the appreciation of waters of Eastern Bay in Wittman, Talbot Chesapeake Bay from 1890 and until 1952. culture and maritime heritage of the County, Maryland. Wittman is a community Claiborne is home to Rich Neck Manor, Chesapeake Bay. The museum is housed in between St. Michaels and Tilghman Island, granted to James Mitchell in 1652, later prop- the Hooper Strait Lighthouse, which was and a short driving distance from Easton. erty of Matthew and Lloyd Tilghman. Jolly saved from demolition and barged 60 miles Talbot County is a choice destination for Sam, the Christmas pony, now resides in to the site. Besides traditional exhibits, the sailors, antique shoppers, hunters, fishermen, Mineral Spring Farm, in Claiborne. museum offers unique interactive programs. and history buffs.

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TOP: TILGHMAN ISLAND, KNAPPS NARROWS, MARYLAND • BOTTOM: HARRIS CREEK, TILGHMAN ISLAND, MARYLAND; CHESAPEAKE BAY IN THE DISTANCE BLACK WALNUT COVE, BLACK WALNUT POINT, TILGHMAN ISLAND, MARYLAND

Knapp’s Narrows Drawbridge Tilghman Island Idyllic Setting The Knapp’s Narrows drawbridge, connecting Three-mile-long Tilghman Island was first activities. The island is home to the only Fifty-seven acres of a wildlife preserve on the Tilghman Island to the mainland, is one of charted by Captain John Smith in 1608. Since commercial sailing fleet in North America, southernmost tip of Tilghman Island offer the most active drawbridges in the world. It the late 19th century, the island has been a the Chesapeake Bay Skipjacks. beautiful water views and waterfowl-watching opens between 10,000 and 15,000 times per popular haven for vacationers drawn by at the Black Walnut Point Bed & Breakfast year. The current bridge replaced an earlier superb water activities and genteel accommo- Inn, where guests also can admire sunrises structure in 1998; the former bridge now dations. Bird watching, sailing, paddling and over the Choptank River and sunsets over the serves as the entrance to the Chesapeake Bay boating, as well as sport fishing and hunting Chesapeake Bay. Maritime Museum in St. Michael’s. are the most popular outdoor recreational

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PROPERY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERS PROPERY OFOPPOSITE TWIN: EDGE CREEK , ROYALLIGHTS OAK, MARYLAND •PUBLISHERSTOP AND BOTTOM: PLAIN DEALING CREEK AND TAR CREEK, BELLEVIEW, MARYLAND

Prime Real Estate Sister Creeks Edge Creek takes its name from James Edge, Spacious waterfront homes offer a tranquil who in 1755 owned more than 700 acres of atmosphere and beautiful views from the surrounding land. Edge Creek is a tributary of banks of Tar Creek and Plain Dealing Creek, Broad Creek, which is in turn a tributary of small tributaries of the Tred Avon River in the Choptank River. Located halfway between Talbot County, Maryland. The sister creeks St. Michaels and Oxford and not far from are just east-northeast of Bellevue and oppo- Easton, Edge Creek is considered prime site the historic town of Oxford. waterfront real estate.

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TRED AVON RIVER, BELLEVUE, MARYLAND TOP AND BOTTOM: TOWN CREEK, TRED AVON RIVER, OXFORD, MARYLAND

Oldest Ferry Oxford The Oxford-Bellevue Ferry, believed to be the Established in 1683, Oxford is among Mary- water provide a haven from the hustle and nation’s oldest privately operated ferry, started land’s oldest towns. Located near the mouth bustle of city life for boaters, weekend visi- in 1683. Service was discontinued after the of the Tred Avon River and surrounded by tors, and summer residents. American Revolution, resumed in 1836, and wealthy tobacco plantations, Oxford flourished has been in operation since. The 20-minute as an international port until the American round-trip service crosses the Tred Avon River Revolution. Today, it is a waterman's town between Oxford and Bellevue and can accom- that also enjoys a growing tourism and leisure modate up to nine cars. economy. Its quiet charm, fresh air, and clean

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PIER STREET MARINA, OXFORD, MARYLANDPROPERY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERS PROPERY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERS BACHELOR POINT, OXFORD, MARYLAND

Pier Street Marina Campbell’s Bachelor Point Yacht Co. Located in the southern part of Historic This 80-slip marina at the mouth of the Tred Oxford, Maryland, with westerly views of the Avon River is surrounded by fourteen serene Tred Avon and Choptank rivers, is the 62-slip acres, twelve of which are a wildlife sanctuary. Pier Street Marina. Tourists and locals can Campbell’s Bachelor Point Yacht Company dock their boats and watch the river activi- specializes in the building and restoration of ties, while feasting on crabs and homemade quality custom boats, from cocktail cruisers pies at The Masthead Restaurant. to luxury yachts.

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ENTRANCE TO ISLAND CREEK, CHOPTANKPROPERY RIVER, OXFORD, MARYLAND OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERS PROPERY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERS LA TRAPPE CREEK, TRAPPE, MARYLAND

Island Creek LaTrappe Creek Just south of Oxford, Maryland, Island Creek Martin Point marks the entrance to La Trappe is a peaceful inlet off the Choptank River. Creek, a tributary of the Lower Choptank Nestled among magnolias and willows on the River in Talbot County, Maryland. La Trappe banks of the creek is the elegant Combsberry is a lovely destination for a short weekend Bed and Breakfast, a country manor which trip from anywhere in the bay. It is quiet and once was an Eastern Shore plantation. Autumn semi-sheltered and is a showcase for beautiful boaters may want to have cameras ready for sunsets. the beautiful colors and migrating birds.

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CHOPTANK RIVER, CAMBRIDGE, MARYLAND HYATT REGENCY CHESAPEAKE BAY GOLF RESORT, SPA, AND MARINA, CAMBRIDGE, MARYLAND

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Long Wharf Park Popular Resort At the end of High Street in Cambridge, Long The 400-acre Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Wharf Park offers public waterfront access to Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina opened in the Choptank riverbank. Residents and visi- 2002 as the first destination resort in the tors enjoy fishing, picnics, and educational Cambridge area. The resort, on the banks of cruises on the skipjack Nathan of Dorchester. the Choptank River, is popular for meetings, Cambridge Creek and Senator Frederick C. family reunions, and vacation getaways. Malkus Bridge are visible in the background.

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Quiet Village Cambridge Secretary, a quiet village in the Cambridge Its location on the southern bank of the metro area along the Warwick River, was Choptank River makes Cambridge one of the named for Henry Sewell, secretary of the most charming settings on the Eastern Shore. colony under Governor Charles Calvert in The city is praised for its lovely shaded streets the late 17th century. Secretary and its neigh- and beautiful Victorian homes. Established in boring town, Hurlock, are connected by the 1684, Cambridge is one of the oldest towns in infamous Suicide Bridge. Maryland, with a rich maritime and cultural heritage.

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ABOVE: WRIGHTS CREEK, CHOPTANKPROPERY RIVER, CAMBRIDGE, MARYLAND OF• OPPOSITE TWIN: NANTICOKE , MARYLANDLIGHTS PUBLISHERS PROPERY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERS

Oyster Shell Point Roaring Point Homes dot the lush green countryside on the An elegant line of sand marks Roaring Point banks of the Choptank River and Wrights in Nanticoke. A nearby waterfront camp- Creek just east of Cambridge, Maryland. The ground offers a peaceful retreat with views of residents of Oyster Shell Point enjoy both the the Nanticoke River and Tangier Sound. Nan- pleasures of tranquil living on the waterfront, ticoke Harbor, which accommodates a variety and the conveniences of nearby towns. of small vessels, is visible on the right. Many cruisers consider the Nanticoke River the most beautiful tributary of the Chesapeake Bay.

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PAGES 134–135: BLACKWATER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE, CAMBRIDGE, MARYLAND • ABOVE: UPPER THOROFARE, DEAL ISLAND, MARYLAND TOP AND BOTTOM: SOMERS COVE, LITTLE ANNEMESSEX RIVER, CRISFIELD, MARYLAND

Tidal Marshes Deal Island Bridge Crisfield At the meeting of land and water, two ecosys- Tiny Deal Island remains untouched by the New waterfront condominiums have risen in supplied seafood to many important markets tems collaborate to create a natural work of sprawl of modernism. Just beyond the Deal Crisfield, the southernmost city in Maryland, of the Northeast. Today, the harbor of Somers art. The Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge Island Bridge, visitors will observe an oyster near the mouth of the Little Annemessex Cove is home to the largest state-owned mari- is a spectacular vantage point to observe hatchery, crab pickers at the harbor, and fish- River. Nearly half of the city’s topography is na in Maryland. Ferries to Smith and Tangier thousands of migratory waterfowl. The ermen unloading the day's catch. Deal Island water, and most of Crisfield was built on islands and hundreds of work boats travel in 27,000-acre area is composed mainly of tidal Harbor is home to the Annual Skipjack Races. billions of oyster shells, crushed together to and out of the harbor carrying passengers, salt marshes and offers hiking and paddling Migrating waterfowl are a big attraction at the fill the swampland. Since the introduction of oysters, crabs, and other seafood. trails, cycling roads, and hunting and fishing. Deal Island Wildlife Management Area. the railroad in the mid-1800s, Crisfield has

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SMITH ISLAND, MARYLAND PROPERY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERS PROPERY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERSTOP: SMITH ISLAND, MARYLAND • BOTTOM: TANGIER ISLAND, VIRGINIA

Soft Shell Crab Capital Isolated Tangier Island Sighted by Captain John Smith and settled by Tangier Island, 6 miles below the Maryland- English watermen in the 1600s, Smith Island Virginia State line, remains isolated from the still is accessible only by boat. Some inhabi- mainland even in the modern day. The only tants retain the Elizabethan dialect of their access to the island is via boat or small air- ancestors. Smith Island earned the title of “soft craft. Crabbing, oystering, and tourism are shell crab capital of the world.”A visit to the island’s main livelihoods. Visitors can Ewell, the island’s largest community, is the catch a cruise across beautiful Tangier Sound quintessential Chesapeake Bay experience. and explore the island’s famous water trails.

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PROPERY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERS PROPERYOPPOSITE OF: COD HARBOR TWIN, TANGIER ISLAND LIGHTS, VIRGINIA • TOP: CAPE PUBLISHERS CHARLES, VIRGINIA • BOTTOM: KIPTOPEKE STATE PARK, CAPE CHARLES, VIRGINIA

Isolated Ecosystem Victoriana Kiptopeke Cabins In 1608, Captain John Smith came upon a Cape Charles was founded in 1884 by ferry Kiptopeke State Park provides recreational group of marshy islands, which he named the and railroad interests and was an important access to the Chesapeake Bay. Besides cabins, Russell Isles. Today, the group is known sepa- passenger and car ferry terminal until the con- yurts, and RV campsites, it has a public beach, rately as Smith, Tangier, and Watts islands. struction of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge- a fishing pier, trails, educational programs, Tangier remains relatively isolated from the Tunnel. Cape Charles has one of the largest and a rich bird habitat along the Atlantic mainland. It is known for the unusual dialect concentrations of late-Victorian and turn-of- Flyway. Kiptopeke, meaning “Big Water,” was of its residents as well as its wonderful seafood the-century buildings on the East Coast and is named by Captain John Smith to honor a dishes, especially the soft-shell crab sandwiches. on the National Register of Historic Places. royal member of the Accawmacke Indian tribe.

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OPPOSITE: CAPE CHARLES LIGHTHOUSE, SMITH ISLAND, VIRGINIA • ABOVE: CHESAPEAKE BAY BRIDGE-TUNNEL, VIRGINA

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Cape Charles Light Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel Standing just over 192 feet, the Cape Charles A modern engineering wonder, the Chesapeake Lighthouse is the second tallest in the United Bay Bridge-Tunnel provides a direct link States. Completed in 1895 and operated man- between southeastern Virginia and the Del- ually until its automation in 1963, it marks the marva Peninsula. Crossing over and under the northern entrance to the Chesapeake Bay. open waters where the Chesapeake Bay and Cape Charles Light is owned and maintained the Atlantic Ocean meet, this 20-mile-long by the United States Coast Guard and contin- structure represents both form and function ues to aide the region’s coastal navigation. on one of the world’s most beautiful waterways.

143 Jake McGuire is known for his striking photographs of American cities and landscapes. His works often appear in private and corporate collections, exhibitions, and airline and travel magazines. He has won 11 awards for photography and photojournalism. In 1989, the Presidential Inaugural Committee commissioned McGuire to produce a limited edition print of the White House, to be signed by the President and Vice President and presented to the Inaugural Gala performers. In 1992, McGuire received an Arts America grant from the United States Information Agency to give photography lectures in the Persian Gulf Sheikdom of Bahrain. In 1997, LIFE MAGAZINE selected one of McGuire’s photos for a special edition cover. In 2004, the Presidential Inaugural Committee chose McGuire’s images for official inaugural publications. The same year, Jake McGuire joined forces PROPERY OF TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERSwith Twin Lights Publishers to produce a seriesPROPERY of colorful OF pho- TWIN LIGHTS PUBLISHERS tographic albums. Titles that are currently available, include Washington, D.C.: A Photographic Portrait, Baltimore, MD: A Photographic Portrait, Annapolis, MD: A Photographic Portrait, Tidewater, VA: A Photographic Portrait, and Flying Above the New England Coast. See more about Jake’s work at www.them- cguirecollection.com.

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