The premier indoor climbing gym in Maryland. Located in Columbia, Timonium and Rockville. Climbing for all ages and abilities.

Blue Catfish Blue catfish are the largest of the North American catfish and can easily exceed 100 pounds. They are generally slate blue on the back to silvery/white on the underside and have a deeply forked tail. The native range of blue catfish extends from Minnesota and Ohio southward into Mexico. They prefer the large river basins of the Ohio, Mississippi, and Missouri River drainages. However, due to extensive introductions, their current range incorporates several[...]

Governor Larry Hogan today announced Executive Order 01.01.2017.24 establishing the Maryland Outdoor Recreational Economic Commission (MORE). This commission will be responsible for developing strategies and making recommendations to the governor to strengthen the state’s outdoor recreation industry and help ensure increased investment in our state’s outdoor recreation resources. “Maryland is abundant with natural, cultural, historical, and recreational resources that contribute significantly to our economy and quality of life,” said Governor Hogan. “This commission will help[...]

As we all try to practice social distance to stay healthy, it’s a great time to get outside and spend a day fishing. Surrounded by the Chesapeake Bay, bordering the Atlantic Ocean and filled with rivers, ponds and reservoirs, Maryland is full of opportunities to make a catch, including the invasive and tasty blue catfish. Ten to 12 years ago Maryland anglers were just getting on a roll with big, barrel-chested blue catfish that were[...]

Our 35-acres of private oysters beds on the Rhode & West rivers help improve water quality. Offering watermen’s heritage talks and tours on his oyster aquaculture farm. Live high quality crabs, hard and soft, seasonal oysters and fish available for purchase. On the Maryland Crab and Oyster Trail. A recognized Chesapeake Bay Storyteller, trained by the Maryland Office of Tourism.

An infamous bar and restaurant on the bay to enjoy drinks, Caribbean fare and great music. On the Maryland Crab and Oyster Trail.

Appeals to visitors and locals alike; check out Michener's Crab Vegetable Soup. On the Maryland Crab and Oyster Trail

Homemade soups, crab cakes, oysters, stuffed ham, steamed crabs; carryout. On the Maryland Crab and Oyster Trail.

A family-owned restaurant specializing in Eastern Shore fare with a unique, eclectic flair. On the Maryland Crab and Oyster Trail.