ATTRACTIONS & RECREATION SOUTHERN MARYLAND 6655 Rose Hill between Rts 225 & 6, Port Tobacco, 301-392-1776 www.nps.gov/thst Haberdeventure, a 1770s Georgian mansion, sits on 328 acres near Port Tobacco and was the home of Thomas Stone, a Maryland signer of the Declaration of Independence. Mar-Dec: Thur-Sun, 10am-4pm. d Thomas Stone National Historic Site Scotland OUTDOOR RECREATION c/o Point Lookout State Park, 11175 Point Lookout Rd, Scotland, 301-872-5688 http://dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/pages/southern/ newtowne.aspx A 776-acre peninsula surrounded by Breton Bay, St. Clements Bay and the Potomac River. It has seven miles of ecologically and recreational waterfront. Sunrise-sunset. 11175 Point Lookout Rd, Scotland, 301-872-5688 http://dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/pages/southern/ pointlookout.aspx Picturesque peninsula formed by the Chesapeake Bay and Potomac River was once the site of a Confederate prison camp. A museum, monuments and mysterious hauntings recall its notorious past. Year-round, sunrise-sunset. d $ Loch Jaw Charter Fishing Newtowne Neck State Park 255 Lore Rd, Solomons, 410-474-0606 www.islandcreekllc.com Charter fishing, tours and hunting. Call for schedule. Lucky Strike Fishing OUTDOOR RECREATION 8950 Chapel Point Rd, Port Tobacco, 301-743-7613 http://dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/Pages/southern/ chapelpoint.aspx An undeveloped multi-use park that boasts a waterfront that offers excellent fishing. 14556 S Solomons Island Rd, Solomons, 410-474-9180 www.luckystrikefishingcharters.com Max charter size is 15 people. Call for schedule. Chapel Point State Park Marchelle Point Lookout State Park 14448 Solomons Island Rd, Solomons, 410-326-3241 www.bunkyscharterboats.com Max charter size is 49. Mar-Dec: Mon-Sun, 9am-6pm. Renegade Prince Frederick ATTRACTIONS 150 Adelina Rd, Prince Frederick, 240-245-4609 www.calvertbrewingcompany.com Maryland’s first designated farm brewery with a dedication to pride, loyalty and quality. 150 Adelina Rd, Prince Frederick, 410-414-8486 www.runningharevineyard.com Reminiscent of the gentle hills of France, the beauty of Tuscany and feel of Napa. Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy with our award-winning wines. Apr-Nov: Wed-Sun, 12N-6pm. d $ c/o Beacon Marina, 255 Lore Rd, Solomons, 301-839-9270 www.renegade-captainwally.com Lifetime of charter fishing and boating experience. Mid-Apr-mid Dec. Calvert Brewery Company Beer Garden RG Sportfishing Solomons ATTRACTIONS 14200 Solomons Island Rd, Solomons, 410-326-2042 www.calvertmarinemuseum.com Explore and learn how the prehistoric past, natural environments and maritime heritage come together to tell the Chesapeake Bay’s unique story. 10am-5pm. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years. d $ 200 Farren Ave, Solomons, 410-326-7443 www.umces.edu/cbl/outreach Learn about the ecology and natural resources of the Chesapeake Bay and the important contributions made by CBL scientists to our environmental heritage. May-June: Fri-Sun, 9:30am-4:30pm; July-Labor Day: Wed-Thur, 9:30am-4:30pm; Labor Day-Nov: Fri-Sun, 9:30am-4:30pm; December: special Christmas walk hours. 14200 Solomons Island Rd, Solomons, 410-326-2042 www.calvertmarinemuseum.com Visit the 1883 screwpile cottage-type lighthouse, one of three remaining on the Chesapeake Bay. 10am-5pm. Closed major holidays. 14430 Solomons Island Rd, Solomons, 410-326-2878 www.calvertmarinemuseum.com Learn about the region’s commercial seafood industries at the restored 1934 oyster-packing house. See tools and gear used by local watermen with new exhibits and displays. May and Sept: weekends and holidays, 1-4pm; June-Aug: daily, 1-4pm; Oct-Apr: closed. d Running Hare Vineyard Calvert Marine Museum c/o Calvert Marina, 14485 Dowell Rd, Solomons, 301-904-1294 www.rgcharters.com Chesapeake Bay sportfishing. Max charter size is 6 people. Call for information. Spring Cove Marina-Solomons OUTDOOR RECREATION 676 Double Oak Rd, Prince Frederick, 410-414-3400 www.acltweb.org Pristine 3,000-acre natural area with 22 miles of hiking trails, including interpretive trails and historic structures, community farm and guided canoe trips. Sunrise-sunset. 2880 Grays Rd, Prince Frederick, 410-535-5327 www.co.cal.md.us/battlecreek One-hundred-acre nature sanctuary is a protected home to this wildlife; quarter-mile elevated boardwalk provides access to nature; seasonal wildflowers and 100-ft canopy of cypress trees. Mon-Fri, 9am-4:30pm; Sat-Sun, varies by season. Closed major holidays. Chesapeake Biological Lab Visitor Center 455 Lore Rd, Solomons, 410-326-2161, 1-866-539-6039 www.springcovemarina.com Resort marina with full-service boatyard, ship’s store, pool, fuel dock, free shuttle to area restaurants and shops. 8am-5pm; summer, 8am-6pm. c American Chestnut Land Trust Strike Zone Charters c/o Calvert Marina, 14485 Dowell Rd, Solomons, 443-624-0247 www.fishstrikezone.com Max charter size is 6 people. Apr-Dec. St. Leonard ATTRACTIONS Patuxent Environmental & Aquatic Research Laboratory (PEARL) 10545 Mackall Rd, St. Leonard, 410-586-9700 www.morgan.edu/pearl Private non-profit institution expands knowledge of nature through discovery and inspires stewardship of the environment. Tours and hands-on activities available by appointment. Closed major holidays. 8650 Mackall Rd, St. Leonard, 410-586-2710 www.perigeaux.com Eight acres of vines on a 27-acre farm provide a beautiful setting to enjoy traditionally crafted wines unique to the soils and climate of Southern Maryland. Wed-Fri, 2-6pm; Sat, 12N-8pm; Sun, 12N-6pm. d Battle Creek Cypress Swamp Sanctuary Drum Point Lighthouse Joseph C. Lore & Sons Oyster House Ridge ATTRACTIONS 16040 Woodlawn Ln, Ridge, 301-872-5175 www.slackwine.com Fine white, rosé and sparkling wines made from 30 acres of grapes at Woodlawn and Jubilee farms. Red wines from Italian and French vinifera. Perigeaux Vineyards & Winery Slack Winery HISTORY & HERITAGE 14150 Solomons Island Rd, Solomons, 410-326-2042 www.calvertmarinemuseum.com Cruise aboard the 1899 log-built bugeye Wm. B. Tennison the oldest Coast Guard-licensed, log-hulled vessel in the United States. One-hour cruises around Solomons Inner Harbor. $ Wm. B. Tennison OUTDOOR RECREATION 49675 Buzz’s Marina Way, Ridge, 301-872-5887 www.buzzsmarina.com Marina and small campground, dry storage/slips with boat ramps and fishing boats, bait, ice, gas and supplies. Fishing charters available. Year-round; call for schedule. 16244 Millers Wharf Rd, Ridge, 301-872-5000 www.pointlookoutmarina.com Full-service marina, easy access to bay. 160 slips, yachts to 200-ft., fuel/repair service, pool, picnic area, playground and restaurant. 8am-sunset. HISTORY & HERITAGE 10515 Mackall Rd, St. Leonard, 410-586-8501 www.jefpat.org State museum of archaeology overlooking the Patuxent River. Visitors can spend the day picnicking, biking, touring our Visitor & Exhibit Center, Discovery Room, hiking trails and Indian Village. Canoe & kayak launch. Mon-Fri, 7:30am-sunset. d Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum Buzz’s Marina OUTDOOR RECREATION 14448 Solomons Island Rd, Solomons, 410-326-3241 www.bunkyscharterboats.com Charter boat trips with private fishing excursions and dinner cruise. Paddleboard, kayak and boat rentals. Max charter size is 49 people. Mar-Dec: Mon-Sun, 9am-6pm. 14448 Solomons Island Rd South, Solomons, 202-409-8685 www.kellydsportfishing.com Max charter size is 18 people. Call for schedule. Kathy C Point Lookout Marina OUTDOOR RECREATION Flag Harbor Yacht Haven 1565 Flag Harbor Blvd, St. Leonard, 410-586-1915 www.flagharbor.com Full service marina and boatyard. Mon-Sat, 8am-5pm. c Kelly D Sportfishing DESTINATION MARYLAND ✥ 107
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