Western Maryland Western Maryland is a great place for outdoor adventures. You can climb Maryland's highest mountain, swim in numerous lakes, hike the Appalachian Trail, brave white-water rapids or enjoy all kinds of winter sports from skiing to ice fishing. The three counties of Western Maryland, where fall foliage arrives first and winter usually stays the longest, were Maryland's last frontier. One of the most important events in Western Maryland in the early 1800s was[...]
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Hundreds of freedom seekers risked their lives to escape from slavery in Maryland. Full of courage and inspiration, more people successfully fled from bondage in Maryland than from any other state. Their heroic stories are plentiful and riveting and are told through the National Park Service’s Network to Freedom sites and through programs and tours that share freedom seekers’ struggles and triumphs. Here you can discover the real Underground Railroad and find out why Maryland[...]
Crispy Maryland Blue Catfish Blue catfish are an invasive species, introduced into the Chesapeake Bay Watershed decades ago. The bad news is that they are diminishing our native aquatic life like blue crabs, striped bass, American shad, and yellow perch. The good news is that these invaders are delicious. Put your apron on and get ready to help the Bay by cooking up some crispy blue catfish. This Maryland blue catfish recipe uses classic Old[...]
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[...]
Gourmet and specialty foods store featured on the Food Networks hit show "The Best thing I Ever Ate".
Whether you’re looking for breakfast all day, lunch, supper or drinks, you’ll find a new twist on traditional comfort food, legendary hospitality, and a real sense of community.
When you’re working hard, we bring you a meal to match. Our kitchen carries organic, hand-picked ingredients to build a meal worth remembering.
A neighborhood bar where great food and service surpass expectations. On the Maryland Crab & Oyster trail.
Offering a variety of food from breakfast to dinner.
Waterfront dining on the Kent Narrows of the Chesapeake Bay. On the Maryland Crab and Oyster Trail.