August 18, 2021
Williamsburg-born Shannon Alexander never strays far from the water. She grew up on the Outer Banks fishing and crabbing and revels in the memory of finally being old enough to …
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August 15, 2021
Gloucester has a state park to call its own in Machicomoco State Park, a mix of woodlands and waterfront with so much to do you won’t be able to fit …
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August 15, 2021
How are you enjoying the water these days on the Middle Peninsula of Virginia? If you’re married to the dock — and nothing’s wrong with that — we’ve got some …
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August 13, 2021
Little Oyster Creek Beautiful, Historic, Unique sandy islands move among this shifting water sometimes here, then there Author: Lesley Newman, Virginia Certified Ecotour Guide This water is never flat. Fleet’s …
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July 12, 2021
Paddling is a terrific way to escape, unplug, and get away from it all. Bringing a smart phone out on the water can seem counterproductive if you’re seeking some tranquility, …
June 30, 2021
About Guest Blogger & Ecotour Guide Brenda: I am an artist living in Reedville and I specialize in painting the beautiful landscapes found here by the Chesapeake Bay. I’m always looking …
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June 15, 2021
Region: Middle Peninsula Length: 5 miles, one-way Experience Level: Intermediate Highlights: Wooded banks, winding trail, woodland wildlife Ideal Conditions: Paddling downstream, not after heavy rains …
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May 12, 2021
If you’re new to paddling and you don’t have your own kayak or paddleboard, there are still several ways to explore Virginia’s water trails. You can explore on your own …
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April 5, 2021
So, you’ve decided you want to fish the waters of the Middle Peninsula…in a kayak. Let’s get you started so you can discover what so many local anglers already know. …
June 27, 2020
If there’s one thing our Virginia Certified Ecotour Guides know like the back of their hands, it’s the waterways they bring paddlers and nature lovers out to explore. But you …
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