Things To Do
With nearly 3,000 miles of trail route there are countless things to see and do along the Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail. The trail combines history, the natural environment, and outdoor recreation in a myriad of ways and places throughout much of the Chesapeake watershed.
The trail takes you to authentic places to learn the history and meaning of Smith’s journeys. It takes you to authentic places to learn about the Native Americans and their descendant communities today. It takes you into natural areas to see the Bay’s rich diversity of plants and wildlife and learn how the environment has changed over time. The trail offers new ways to discover the Chesapeake Bay and what makes the Bay a national treasure.

Here are a few ideas for experiencing the Chesapeake Bay through adventures along the Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail. Check this trail website often as you plan your own trail adventures:
Visit places in the Chesapeake Bay Gateways and Watertrails Network for authentic Chesapeake experiences. Check Visit the Trail or www.baygateways.net to find out more.
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Upcoming Events
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3/11/2010
Free Black Caulkers And The Riots Of 1858
Baltimore’s Free Black Caulkers and the Riots of 1858
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3/12/2010
Beguiled By The Wild
nature art by Charley Harper
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3/12/2010
Campfire On The Beach
Enjoy fire-made snacks and listen to a Park Ranger
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