November 14, 2025
There’s a saying in rural coastal Virginia that the tide shapes everything — the land, the people, even the stories. Nowhere is that more true than in the Guinea Marshes, …
Tag: Chesapeake Bay
December 8, 2022
Kayak the Shore – A Guest Blog by ESVA Tourism This trail is part one of a six part series! Follow along for updates about different trails to explore around Virginia’s …
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September 20, 2022
Even the most passionate environmentalist can’t compete with the oyster. One oyster can filter as many as 50 gallons of water a day, removing pollutants such as nitrogen, phosphorus and …
August 22, 2022
Virginia’s water trails are not just about paddling. When you find yourself paddling a remote trail, with few signs of modern development along the shorelines, it’s almost as though you’ve …
July 21, 2022
Hampton, Virginia. For many people, it probably stirs up thoughts about busy I-64, the Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel, and heavy bumper-to-bumper traffic. But with the help of Claire and Linda …
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June 1, 2022
You don’t have to be an angler or boater to benefit from the Chesapeake Bay. The largest estuary in the United States stretches from Havre de Grace, Maryland, to Virginia …
February 2, 2022
If you’ve been thinking about trying out kayak-camping, make this the year you give it a whirl. Or if you’re an experienced paddler that has completed countless multi-day tours, we …
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October 21, 2021
Paddling at sunset, fresh seafood, and a local brew. Sounds like the perfect way to spend an evening in coastal Virginia. But wouldn’t it be even better if you could …
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August 22, 2021
Where’s the best place to paddle on the Middle Peninsula? Depends whom you ask because this rural coastal Virginia region overflows with waterways of all sizes, each with enchanting nooks …
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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, …
