This year give that special someone an experience of a lifetime. Give the gift of a fishing trip with the family on the Chesapeake Bay, deep out on the Atlantic Ocean, or along one of Maryland's fresh waterways. For the hunters in your life, plan now so they can enjoy waterfowl season this winter, deer season next fall, or one of the many other experiences Maryland has to offer. Don't wait! 2024 is right around[...]
Three handmade quilts that reflect Douglass’s experiences in Talbot County, Anne Arundel County, and Baltimore City. The quilts are made by Joan Gaither, a Maryland Documentary Story Quilter and recipient of a 2017 Maryland Traditions Heritage Award. On Maryland's Frederick Douglass Driving Tour.
Maryland steamed crabs or our Epicure™ crabmeat, prepared naturally without chemicals, additives or preservatives. On the Maryland Crab and Oyster Trail.
No-frills crab house with covered patio serving Maryland steamed crabs, crab cakes and more. On the Maryland Crab and Oyster Trail.
Overview In the Capital Region of Maryland, catfish anglers are greeted with a unique blend of urban and natural landscapes, creating an ideal backdrop for fishing adventures. The Potomac River and its tributaries offer prime catfishing opportunities among historic landmarks such as the C&O Canal and top attractions like National Harbor. Anglers can target blue catfish in these diverse waterways, enjoying the thrill of reeling in impressive catches against the backdrop of urban skylines and[...]
Overview Catfishing on Maryland's Eastern Shore presents anglers with a network of brackish waterways, each teeming with opportunities to reel in impressive catches. The Chesapeake Bay, along with its tributaries such as the Choptank and Nanticoke Rivers, provides fertile grounds for Blue and Flathead Catfish. These estuarine environments offer a unique mix of freshwater and saltwater, creating diverse habitats where catfish thrive. With abundant forage and ample cover provided by marshes, oyster reefs, and submerged[...]
Overview From the sprawling Chesapeake Bay tributaries like the Patapsco River to the quiet waters of Loch Raven Reservoir, Central Maryland provides anglers with plenty of target opportunities for Blue and Flathead Catfish in various habitats. These waterways boast abundant food sources and ample cover, including submerged structures and rocky outcrops, creating ideal conditions for catfish to thrive. With their accessibility and plentiful populations, the bodies of water in Central Maryland provide an excellent setting[...]
Fun to catch, these fish travel in schools, moving from salt water to coastal marshes throughout the year—providing anglers an extremely passionate fishery. But don't get them confused with the small stream trout anglers catch in Western Maryland. Key Distinguishing Markings: Spotted sea trout are dusky gray on top fading to silver at the belly. The upper body is marked with numerous dark spots which extend into the dorsal and tail fins. The dorsal and[...]