August 23, 2023
Have you ever seen a cypress swamp? These lowland areas are characterized by bald cypress trees and the ecosystem they support. Cypress trees are recognizable by their unique roots, known …
Category: Birding & Wildlife
July 18, 2023
Paddling to a beach sounds delightful, doesn’t it? Beaches that you can drive to are typically mobbed with people. But if you could paddle to a beach that’s not accessible …
Continue reading “Paddle to a Secluded Beach in Coastal Virginia”
June 15, 2023
Most paddlers probably aren’t thinking about outer space when they’re floating down a secluded marsh creek. Most paddlers aren’t imagining what it’s like to live on the International Space Station …
Continue reading “Paddle Around Cutting Edge Science at NASA”
April 13, 2023
The longest stretch of coastal wilderness along the eastern seaboard is found right here in coastal Virginia. The barrier islands of the Eastern shore stretch from the Maryland border on …
Continue reading “Building Oyster Reefs on the Eastern Shore”
January 4, 2023
The Lower Chickahominy region is centered around the tidal portion of the Chickahominy River located on the southernmost peninsula on the western shore of the Chesapeake Bay. The Lower Chickahominy …
Continue reading “Ways to Stay in the Lower Chickahominy Region”
October 17, 2022
Virginia’s barrier islands make up the longest stretch of undeveloped shoreline on the eastern seaboard and it’s a kayaker’s paradise. The seaside of Virginia’s eastern shore region is home to …
Continue reading “Tips for Kayaking to Virginia’s Barrier Islands”
September 20, 2022
When most people imagine traveling to the northern end of the Eastern shore, Chincoteague typically is the first thing that comes to mind. With its world-famous ponies, fresh seafood, and …
August 11, 2022
Located in James City County along the Chickahominy River and Gordon Creek is Chickahominy Riverfront Park. This 140 acre park has a wide variety of offerings for outdoor enthusiasts including …
Continue reading “Exploring the Lower Chickahominy River Part 3: Chickahominy Riverfront Park”
July 15, 2022
Sometimes overlooked by hikers and paddlers, Virginia’s Wildlife Management Areas provide ample opportunities for hiking, kayaking, fishing, birdwatching, and camping. Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) are public lands that are managed …
Continue reading “Paddling Morris Creek and the Chickahominy Wildlife Management Area”
June 24, 2022
Often forgotten on Virginia maps, the Eastern shore has a culture all of its own. This narrow strip of land between the Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean may seem …
Continue reading “Cape Charles: A Weekend Itinerary of Easy-Intermediate Paddling”
