INTERSECTING TRAILS The Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail is just one of many well-developed routes that offer exciting forays into the abundant historical, cultural, natural and recreational opportunities of the Chesapeake Bay region. Along these “Intersecting Trails” (pages 50-55) , you can admire the beauty of scenic byways, sip up the atmosphere along wine trails and step through Chesapeake Bay gateways into a wonderland of outdoor adventures. GEOCACHING ON YOUR JOURNEY On the Star-Spangled Banner Geotrail, use Global Positioning System (GPS) technology to hunt for hidden treasures at more than 30 locations or “caches” along the national historic trail. Each site has a story to tell and treasures to trade. Register for free at geocaching.com to download coordinates for the caches. Find more information at nps.gov/stsp/geotrail.htm. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Various websites offer extensive information about Chesapeake Bay destinations and the latest happenings related to the War of 1812 bicentennial commemoration: • Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail nps.gov/stsp • National Park Service nps.gov/stsp • Maryland Office of Tourism visitmaryland.org • Virginia’s War of 1812 Heritage Trail va1812bicentennial.dls.virginia.gov/ heritage_trail.html At 1812battles.com, interactive battlefield maps bring to life the battles of St. Leonard Creek, Bladensburg, North Point and Baltimore. Display the maps on your mobile phone, tablet or desktop computer. You’ll enjoy seeing a film about the War of 1812 on the Chesapeake at video.mpt.tv/video/2247655935. The trail’s award-winning companion book, “In Full Glory Reflected: Discovering the War of 1812 in the Chesapeake,” written by historians Ralph E. Eshelman and Burton K. Kummerow, includes an extensive travel section for the region and beautiful illustrations. ★ FOLLOW US THE COMMISIONERS OF LEONARDTOWN 10. Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine 2400 E. Fort Ave., Baltimore (39.263826, -76.579857) Boat tours and water taxi service. nps.gov/fomc/index.htm 11. Jean S. Roberts Memorial Park Ostego and Water Sts., Havre de Grace (39.55351, -76.091609) Boat ramp to Susquehanna River. Kayak launch, fishing pier. 12. Lapidum Boat Ramp Susquehanna State Park, Lapidum Rd. and Herring Run Ln., near Havre de Grace (39.597504, -76.127615) Boat ramp to Susquehanna River. NATIONAL PARK SERVICE Above: Leonardtown Wharf Public Park – Leonardtown. Below right: Belle Haven Park and Marina – Alexandria. 8. Turner’s Creek Landing Turner’s Creek Rd., Kennedyville (39.357894, -75.982904) Access to the 20-mile-long Sassafras River Water Trail. Concrete boat ramp for canoes, kayaks and powerboats. www.kentcounty.com/recreation/ parks/county-parks/turner-s-creek-park 9. Canton Waterfront Park 3001 Boston St., Baltimore (39.278278, -76.573935) Boat ramp, Baltimore Waterfront Promenade Trail, fishing pier, water taxi service to Fells Point, Fort McHenry and the Inner Harbor. baltimore.org/info/canton-waterfront-park BALTIMORE & VICINITY
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