June 30, 2026

The quiet lapping of water on the shore. The distant cry of an egret soaring overhead. The subtle splash of a silver-bodied fish jumping from beneath the river’s surface. These …

Machicomoco State Park

November 3, 2025

When the summer crowds fade and the air turns crisp, Virginia’s Middle Peninsula transforms into a kayaker’s winter sanctuary. From the York River to the Piankatank, from Dragon Run’s cypress-studded …

Kayaker on a dock preparing to launch a yellow kayak into calm, misty Middle Peninsula waters at dawn

June 19, 2025

Somewhere between the splash of your paddle and the rustle of marsh grasses, a moment appears—a heron lifting off at sunrise, sunlight filtering through cypress branches, a still reflection that …

A white egret and several small shorebirds stand in lush green wetlands

June 19, 2025

Kayaking offers the perfect blend of adventure, nature, and togetherness — making it an ideal family activity on Virginia’s scenic waterways. Whether you’re navigating quiet creeks, coastal marshes, or gentle …

Woman standing on a dock with a kayak paddle, preparing to launch on a calm Virginia river

June 19, 2025

Looking to turn your next kayak outing into a weekend-long escape? The Middle Peninsula of Virginia is home to some of the best places to combine camping and paddling. From …

Sunset over calm water at Grey’s Point Camp


March 17, 2023

As a kid, Patricia Clement didn’t go to the park let alone do things like fish, kayak, camp or crab. “Growing up in Brooklyn, East New York, all I saw …


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 …

several empty boat slips in the foreground with small shanties in the background on a marsh island

September 15, 2022

Your retreat by the river at The Chesapeake Inn awaits in Urbanna, a rural, coastal port town on the Rappahannock River. Everything about this boutique hotel invites you to relax. …

The Chesapeake Inn Urbanna Virginia