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Come out of your shell and get a little crabby with an Eastern Shore Labor Day Tradition spanning nearly eight decades. It’s the 79th Annual Hard Crab Derby, running this extended weekend. Credit: Crisfield Chamber of Commerce The initial “derby” event began in 1947 as the brainchild of newspaper editor Egbert L. Quinn. It served … Continue reading Happy Times at the Hard Crab Derby
Worcester County on Maryland’s Eastern Shore presents a wide range of coastal callouts that are commonly pursued by vacationers every summer. But not everyone is a self-proclaimed “beach bum,” so to speak. For those of us who are history buffs, an off-the-beaten-track historic roadside detour can prove to be an even more treasured experience—a way … Continue reading Wicomico County Museums That Should Be on Any History Buff’s Bucket List
Did you know that February 13 has been designated “Get a Different Name Day”? While this national, albeit obscure observation was invented purely for fun, it does put one in mind of the unique impact titular claims to fame have on various people and places throughout the world. Some are meaningful and even powerful, while … Continue reading The Backstory Behind Bizarre Town Names in Delaware and Maryland
We’ve established that West Virginia’s regional terrain makes it a premium pick for snow sports. Therefore, it shouldn’t be surprising to learn that it is the ultimate cold-weather destination in so many other ways, too. Even just a ride along the gleaming, shimmering snowy landscapes can be an enthralling and breathtaking experience. Furthermore, various locales … Continue reading Wildest Rides to Go on This Winter in West Virginia