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Old Line State Eats Everyone knows that Marylanders love Old Bay Seasoning on everything—but there are plenty of other quintessential flavors of Maryland to enjoy. There’s nothing quite like a day spent on the Boardwalk in Ocean City, enjoying Fisher's Popcorn and Thrasher's French Fries. And if you’re in Western Maryland, don’t miss out on the award-winning goat cheese at FireFly Farms. Stop into the cheese company’s retail store in Accident for pairings and tastings[...]

Learn of Maryland's history, nature, culture and more while enjoying one of these biking trips. Imagine riding through a picturesque town on main streets lined with shops, or pedaling on a trail beneath a canopy of towering maple and oak trees. No matter your interest or skill level, Maryland has a bike route for you. Bike Tours for History Buffs Head to Washington County for a hilly 21-mile ride on the Antietam Battlefield tour. Begin[...]

There have also been large horse racing farms. Frederick was the home of Glade Valley Farm, once one of the state's leading Thoroughbred operations. as well as Yankeeland Farm, a major national Standardbred harness breeder. It was also home to the New Market Hounds that merged with the Middletown Hounds approximately 40 years ago. There are several 4-H and pony clubs. The Frederick Pony Club is one of the oldest in the state. The Great[...]

It's time to sail on the Chesapeake Bay, build sandcastles in Ocean City, visit some of Maryland's many wonderful parks and outdoor spaces, and get into a mountain of steamed crabs—this is just the beginning of summer in Maryland! Here are just a few ideas of activities happening 4th of July weekend across Maryland. Reach out to the organizers for details. WESTERN REGION Boonsboro Independence Day Celebration - Fireworks Shafer Park & Surrounding Area 37[...]

BALTIMORE (March 10, 2021) Maryland’s Chesapeake Country Scenic Byway has been designated as an All-American Road by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), the highest designation a road can receive. This honor was announced along with 49 new designations to the America's Byways® collection, including 15 All-American Roads (AAR) and 34 National Scenic Byways (NSB) in 28 states. "With elevation of the Chesapeake Country Scenic Byway to an All-American Road, Maryland is[...]

Southern Maryland Welcome to Southern Maryland! Truly a horse haven! Southern Maryland is a geographical, historical and historic region in Maryland composed of the state’s southernmost counties on the Western shore of the Chesapeake Bay. The area includes Anne Arundel, Calvert, Charles, Prince Georges and St. Mary’s Counties and the southern portion of Prince George’s Counties. There are many things that we love about Southern Maryland. It is home to a number of wineries, draws[...]

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[...]

Here comes the sun! The Baltimore Orioles (and the state’s other ball players) will be back on the field eventually and their feathered counterparts (the state bird) are back in the treetops. Shake off any lingering cabin fever and enjoy seasonal festivals, fun overnight trips and gardens exploding with color. Pick your own berries or pick apart the season’s first crabs. Spring headlong into sensory delight. Tour Spectacular Gardens in Maryland Mother Nature shakes off[...]