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Annapolis and its surroundings Central Maryland is located on the Chesapeake Bay’s western shore, where the Chesapeake Bay Bridge has its terminus. The colonial waterfront city of Annapolis, dubbed the sailing capital of the world, presents plenty of top-notch sight-seeing, eating and shopping venues. But there’s more to explore. With miles of shoreline above and below Annapolis, the area boasts numerous charming waterfront historic towns like Edgewater, Deale and Shady Side. Several well-known seafood restaurants[...]

Spring There are plenty of things to do in Deep Creek during the spring. Trophy trout and bass await with Maryland Mountains Fly Fishing, a fantastic resource to help you cast your troubles away. Bring the whole family for an unforgettable afternoon learning to fly fish, all equipment provided, in the pristine rivers of the Appalachian Mountains. Away from the lake, fish for local treasures at the year-round Mountain Fresh Farmers Market or Simon Pearce[...]

Succulent, sweet, and centuries of tradition. Baltimore Oyster Bars These venues offer oysters from a variety of locations, so you can sample the subtle flavor differences that arise from their diverse environments and salinities. To savor oysters and seafood delicacies in Fells Point, head to Thames Street Oyster House for the fresh or fried oysters paired with mustard sauce, or Catonsville Gourmet in the suburbs — they dish up favorites like fried-oyster salad along with[...]

Alesia to Ruxton The Falls Road Byway begins near PRETTYBOY RESERVOIR near the tiny community of Alesia. Hiking, fishing and paddle sports are popular pursuits at Prettyboy. The tranquil drive continues through woodland and rural landscapes to GUNPOWDER FALLS STATE PARK, where hiking trails and a blue-ribbon trout stream are found below Prettyboy Dam. Spend the night at MILL POND COTTAGE for a remote retreat just steps from the stream. Enter the town of Butler[...]

With thousands of miles of shoreline along our Chesapeake Bay, Atlantic coastal bays, mighty rivers and western lakes, Maryland has hundreds of hotspots for watching birds on the water. Just like the birdbath in your backyard, Maryland waters are magnets for birds of all varieties. During the fall and spring, millions of birds pass through Maryland during their epic migrations to rest and feed along our shorelines. Winter is a magical time on Maryland waters[...]

What’s New, What’s Next & What May Come in Maryland 2025 & Beyond JANUARY 21, 2025 | Subject to Change SIGNIFICANT ANNIVERSARIES/ EVENTS 2025 Maryland Scenic Byways program 25th Anniversary – 2025 Maryland will be commemorating and celebrating our 18 scenic byways (6 of which are also National Scenic Byways). 60th Anniversary of Assateague Island National Seashore (Berlin) Programming TBD Army-Navy Football Game – The annual Army-Navy Football game will be played at M&T Bank[...]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 28, 2023 Media Inquiries: Dorothy Fuchs, Purple Dot Public Relations Phone: 410-637-8337/410-598-1719 cell [email protected] MARYLAND FLEET WEEK & FLYOVER BALTIMORE RETURNS JUNE 12-18, 2024 The Fleet, Flyovers, and Festivals Return to Baltimore City and County (Baltimore, MD)- November 28, 2023- Strike up the band and get ready for another exciting event in Maryland. Living Classrooms Foundation and Historic Ships in Baltimore are pleased to announce the return of Maryland Fleet Week[...]