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Escape to the Chesapeake The treasure that is the Chesapeake, the welcoming heart of Maryland. Whether it’s a five-star resort on the shores of the bay, the rich flavors of traditional Chesapeake cooking, or the warm faces of the people you’ll meet along the way, the healing waters of the mighty Chesapeake Bay are waiting to carry you on your journey. Find the wellness journey just right for you on The Great Chesapeake Bay Loop[...]

SERC is an active research and educational center offering evening lectures and family-oriented science activities, year -round self guided walking trails, and canoeing on site. Discover what's cool about the Chesapeake's wildlife, learn about environmental research, or join a hands -on program for organized groups. Public guided hikes, research site tours and canoe excursions are offered in the summer. A recognized Chesapeake Bay Storyteller, trained by the Maryland Office of Tourism.

On the western shore of the Chesapeake, the rhythm of the tides, call of the gulls, and the hum of the engines from watermen’s boats create a symphony of sounds amid the miles of shoreline and open water. Nestled between the Potomac and Patuxent rivers and the Chesapeake Bay, the rolling hills of these Southern Maryland peninsulas are an easy peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of nearby metropolitan areas. You’ll find plenty of[...]

Cream of Crab Soup This easy and inspired dish is a rich and decadent celebration of Maryland crab’s unique flavor. As to the age-old debate, spicy red Maryland Crab Soup vs. its smooth and creamy cousin, you’ll have to try them both and decide for yourself. Or combine them half-and-half, a true win-win! Total time: 30 minutes Serves: 4 Ingredients: ☐ 1 lb handpicked Maryland jumbo lump crabmeat ☐ 4 tbsp butter ☐ 2 tbsp[...]

You’re welcome in Maryland for experiences beyond compare. From rugged mountain-top scrambles to sedate saunters along Chesapeake shores, Maryland is a hikers’ paradise. But what if you prefer pedal-down two-wheeling adventures? The Old Line State has got you covered with single-track trails sure to tempt and challenge the most hardcore mountain biker; flat expanses of car-free trails for the leisurely day-tripping sort, and incredible, undulating blacktop for the skinny-tire, high-miling set! Or maybe all that[...]

Berlin Without the Lederhosen Germany is a long flight, and we’ve got our own Berlin right on the Eastern Shore and just minutes from the beach. Walk and shop the charming streets of “The Coolest Small Town in America” enjoying unique takes on Eastern Shore seafood, great seasonal events such as the annual Fiddler’s Convention and the hilarious annual bathtub races. See why this quaint town was the setting for films such as “Runaway Bride”[...]

Discover Frederick Douglass Walk where Frederick Douglass walked in the places that influenced him to become an abolitionist, leader, writer, orator and scholar. These walking and driving tours in Baltimore, Annapolis and on Maryland’s Eastern Shore reveal the character-defining moments in Douglass’s life and his return as a respected national leader. All Regions Maryland’s Frederick Douglass Driving Tour follows Douglass’s life in Maryland and visits places where events occurred that formed the foundation of his[...]

Maryland Crab Soup Bold and spicy with a heady scent that fills a room with the flavor of the Chesapeake, Maryland Crab Soup accompanies our best-known seafood star with the bounty of Maryland’s farms. As far as which is the best soup in the world, Maryland Crab or Cream of Crab, the obvious answer is both! Total time: 1 hour and 20 minutes Serves: 6 Ingredients: ☐ 3 large carrots, peeled and chopped ☐ 1[...]