Chesapeake Bay News
The latest Chesapeake Bay news affecting powerboaters, anglers, and anyone living or working on the Chesapeake Bay. For Chesapeake business-related news, visit our Chesapeake Business News page.
August 29, 2024
Annapolis Boat Shows and Safe Harbor Marinas jointly announced a new partnership to employees, patrons, and key stakeholders ahead of the 2025
August 15, 2024
We put together this glossary of common boating terms to make sure everyone is on the same page when we talk about Chesapeake B
August 9, 2024
“Let’s go out and play on the water,” Janie Meneely said to fellow musicians Kevin Brooks and Jeff Holland more than 30 years ago.
August 9, 2024
The challenge: tracking and explaining scientific data on the Bay’s health in a way that the average person can understand, and stakeholders will find helpful. The answer?
August 9, 2024
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) recommends awarding $10 million to fund new reef construction for a Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) oyster sanctuary in the
August 9, 2024
As part of its mission, the Eastport Yacht Club Foundation (EYCF) seeks to support exceptional students who have a passion for the maritime world, a love of life on the water, a respect for the mar
July 29, 2024
It’s that time of year again—time to send in your submissions for PropTalk's annual Cover Contest celebrating powerboating on the Chesapeake Bay.
July 22, 2024
The Portsmouth Paddle Battle will bring fun to the Elizabeth River in Olde Towne, Portsmouth, VA, on September 7.
July 16, 2024
You might think boat docking competitions are simply a chance for the watermen to show off their skills, but they are so much more.
July 15, 2024
Here are five amazing opportunities to get out on Anne Arundel County rivers for free.
July 12, 2024
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Pumpout Grant Program is offering boat owners and marinas free pumpout adapter kits.
July 2, 2024
As boaters, we know the best place to catch a Chesapeake Bay fireworks show is from the water. We wish all of our readers a safe and happy holiday.
May 23, 2024
Where should Chesapeake Bay boaters go to find Maryland crabs and refreshing ice-cold crushes?
May 20, 2024
On a Saturday morning, February 10, I got a text from my brother, Captain Chris Yearwood: “Want to take a ride on a ship from Sparrows Point to the Chesapeake and Delaware (C&D) Canal?” I was i
May 20, 2024
You know boating season has arrived when the Blue Angels roar into Annapolis in honor of U.S. Naval Academy Commissioning Week, the one before Memorial Day Weekend.
May 10, 2024
Along one of the Northern Neck’s beautiful stretches of shoreline on the Corrotoman River you will fin
May 9, 2024
Maryland Fleet Week and Flyover, June 12-18, will feature fleets, flights, and festivals that the whole family can enjoy.
April 22, 2024
Spring is often prime boat-buying season, but before selling a boat, you must know that you are not in the free a