True Tales of the Tide: An Angler’s Lifelong Quest chronicles a wide variety of fishing adventures from citation spot to the capture of the largest fish ever caught on rod and reel in Virginia, John Thurston’s 1099-pound, 12-ounce tiger shark. Mike … Continued
A bounty of seafood is available in Hampton Roads, with catches of fish and shellfish varying by season. In the deep Atlantic waters off the Virginia Coast, commercial fishing boats catch flounder and other species of saltwater fish and land … Continued
Late summer is an excellent time to visit local Virginia farmers’ markets and stock up on fresh fruits, vegetables, produce, herbs, flowers, garden plants, seafood, meats, cheeses, poultry, eggs, breads, jellies, jams, arts and crafts, and more. Virginia farmers grow … Continued
The Chesapeake Watershed: A Sense of Place and a Call to Action is described as a must read for anyone living in the 6 state region that drains into the Chesapeake Bay. Written by local author and environmental scientist Ned … Continued
For 2015, a local beach was included in the Clean Beaches Coalition annual list of beaches. Sandbridge Beach in Virginia Beach was one of two beaches in Virginia that were included in the list. Toms Cove Beach, at Assateague Island … Continued
This article explores accommodations in Hampton Roads Va; Bed and Breakfasts vs. Motels When visiting Hampton Roads Va, motels and hotels are usually the cheapest option. Motels are usually run by large companies and offer features such as online reservations, … Continued
In Tidewater Virginia, summer birdwatching can be particularly satisfying as the variety of species that visit is astounding. Marshes, creeks and lagoons are excellent places to explore in summer. These estuaries are frequented in summer for several species of ducks, … Continued
In 2014, four Tidewater Virginia beaches were named as superstar beaches by the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC). The organization designated 35 popular beaches across 14 states as superstars for consistently meeting water quality safety thresholds. Superstar beaches met national … Continued
Eco-friendly vacation activities have become extremely popular. As the nation focuses on sustainability, green living practices, and environmental issues, eco-friendly recreation has soared in popularity. Tidewater Virginia guides and tour operators offer several eco-friendly activities such as kayaking tours, guided … Continued
Virginia Beach has an excellent selection of kayaking areas. Inshore kayakers will find ponds, lakes, marshes, creeks, and other areas to explore. For advanced paddlers, there are plenty of launch areas nearby with Chesapeake Bay or access to enjoy ocean … Continued