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Travel along tree-lined backroads and through the rolling farmland of Southern Maryland—the cradle of American religious liberty—where historic churches stand as powerful reminders of the nation's earliest quest for freedom of worship. Along the way, take in the charm of red-brick colonial homes and historic estates, punctuated by the backdrop of the Potomac River. To board a tiny ship and set sail across the broad unknown of the Atlantic, Maryland’s first English colonists must surely[...]

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[...]

Pet-Friendly Maryland Parks may be the obvious destinations that come to mind when you imagine spending a day with your dog. Fortunately Maryland State Parks offer many pet-friendly options. In some cases, pets are allowed in undeveloped sections of parks. Other parks allow pets in day use and picnic areas, but not on the beach. Check the DNR website about the park that interests you. Maryland State Parks also offer guidelines for responsible pet ownership[...]