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Maryland's rich equestrian heritage evokes a variety of traditions Maryland gallops into full stride with a rich equestrian culture on display. The most visible tradition might be the Preakness Stakes, but horse enthusiasts can enjoy a wide variety of events and activities year-round. Maryland has now identified four major sites in the MARYLAND HORSE PARK SYSTEM. The four sites are: the Fair Hill Special Events Zone in Elkton, home of the MARS Maryland 5 Star[...]

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[...]

Day 1 Begin with a visit to Hancock; built astride the Old National Pike, it was one of the principal stopping‐off places for stagecoaches and Conestoga wagons headed west. Get a glimpse of history at the C&O Canal Visitors Center, operated by the National Park Service. Railroad history buffs will enjoy this site for the history of the Western Maryland Railroad. After, visit the Blue Goose Fruit Market & Bakery for fresh local produce and[...]