Tag: Beach

The Backstory Behind Kurtz’s Beach 

The Backstory Behind Kurtz’s Beach 

The highly anticipated Made in Maryland Festival will be taking place this Sunday, September 13, at Kurtz’s Beach in Pasadena, Maryland. To celebrate all things Maryland-made and the end-of-summer season, the chosen location couldn’t be more fitting. This is especially true given the significant role Kurtz’s Beach has played in Maryland State history as a beloved … Continue reading The Backstory Behind Kurtz’s Beach  →

Flag Ponds Nature Park Beach—An Alternative to Mainstream Maryland Beachgoing

Flag Ponds Nature Park Beach—An Alternative to Mainstream Maryland Beachgoing

Swim season is in full swing across the Mid-Atlantic, with many folks crowding the beaches and other popular watering holes. We certainly have no shortage of options for swim-time destinations, with Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia beaches all ranking high on the list of highlights this time of year.  Credit: Pexels But what about those who … Continue reading Flag Ponds Nature Park Beach—An Alternative to Mainstream Maryland Beachgoing →

Delaware’s Delightfully Long-Lived Lighthouses

Delaware’s Delightfully Long-Lived Lighthouses

Delaware has forever been home to numerous notable lighthouses of great distinction.  With its unique coastal location overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, massive beacons have forever been part of the picturesque scenescape, serving to direct sailing ships on a safer course to the shoreline. The longevity of Delaware’s lighthouses even predates American Independence, with the first having … Continue reading Delaware’s Delightfully Long-Lived Lighthouses →

Virginia’s Underrated Beach Alternatives

Virginia’s Underrated Beach Alternatives

When most people think of beachgoing throughout the state of Virginia, their thoughts tend to automatically sway to the resorts and attractions found in Virginia Beach, specifically. It’s understandable, given “Beach” is in the very title of the community’s name. But for those who know where to look, there are a host of alternative suggestions … Continue reading Virginia’s Underrated Beach Alternatives →