Spot dolphins and ospreys in the natural habitat on this cruise of Chesapeake Bay departing from Chesapeake Beach. Sail past the Calvert Cliffs and get the chance to steer the boat.

 

EXPERIENCE:

Discover the wildlife and history of Chesapeake Bay on this cruise from Chesapeake Beach. See dolphins and ospreys and learn about the bay’s role in World War II from your captain. Drinks and snacks are included.

Set sail from the Rod n’ Reel Resort in Chesapeake Beach. Keep an eye out for dolphins, ospreys, and other wildlife or cruise ships in the shipping channel. Help yourself to the included snacks and water.

Enjoy the peaceful sounds of the waves gently breaking off the hull of Eternal Hope as it glides through the waters of the bay. If there is a strong breeze out of the west, you may sail close to the other side of the bay.

Take in sights such as the Cliffs of Calvert as you sail and see instruments used in World War II to detect German U Boats off the coast of Virginia and North Carolina.

On the return to Chesapeake Beach, try your hand at steering the boat and become captain for a few moments.

 

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Feast your eyes on native and non-native Maryland wildlife such as dolphins
Learn about the lesser-known role played by Chesapeake Bay in World War II
Watch mighty cruise ships and tankers sail through the strait of the bay
Make your dreams of being a captain a reality by steering the boat as you sail
Admire the fossils of the Cliffs of Calvert from a unique waterside perspective

 

 

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