Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail

Highlights

Paddle a Water Trail
Launch your canoe or kayak from one of more than 60 sites along the John Smith Trail. There’s no better way to experience the Chesapeake than by boat, and no matter where you live you’ll find a water trail nearby.
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Tribes Today
It is a common misconception that Indians no longer live in the Chesapeake Bay region. Learn about the American Indians who live around the Chesapeake region today.
Learn about American Indian Tribes
Fishing in the Wake of Captain Smith
Naturalist John Page Williams shares his favorite fishing spots along the John Smith Trail. From the Susquehanna to the Rappahannock, Williams tells you about Captain Smith’s wildlife encounters at each site and the types of fish you’ll find there today.
Fish on!
Smith's Shallop
Captain John Smith and his crew undertook their two Chesapeake Bay voyages in a small, wooden boat called a shallop. Learn more about this rather modest vessel that guided Smith on his amazing explorations of the Chesapeake.
Learn About Smith's Shallop

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9/4/2010
Marvels Of Morattico
Paddle to Morattico and tour a museum
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9/4/2010
13th Annual Boat Auction
A wide variety of boats offered at auction
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9/4/2010
Skipjack Nathan Of Dorchester Public Sail
Skipjack sail for individuals, families, area visitors.
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