Choptank River Lighthouse

10/18/2026

Who doesn’t love flying a kite!?! This is what we spotted out by the river today. Be sure to stop by (and also the lighthouse) while you’re out today!

10/17/2026

Thought for the month: “What if exploring a place didn’t mean picking one narrow lane? In Dorchester County, the landscape invites you to move differently, whether you’re drawn to open-air roads, quiet waterways, or the slower rhythm of a walk under wide skies. The appeal isn’t just scenic. It’s how naturally the county connects nature, local culture and history into the same day....”

We love the truth in those words from the Washington Post! See link in the comments to read more and to watch the great video.

Choptank River Lighthouse Blackwater Adventures Layton's Chance Vineyard & Winery Emily's Produce Cambridge Main Street/Downtown Cambridge The Bay Country Bakery & Cafe RAR Brewing Elusive Tours

10/01/2026

Happy Oyster Season! Joy to all who celebrate!

10/01/2026

Don’t miss seeing the tall ships in our harbor this weekend, and be sure to pay us a visit too!

09/30/2026

It’s not every day when you can see a skipjack, two tall ships, and a beautiful lighthouse in town! Head over to Long Wharf and see for yourself.

09/30/2026

Check out this fascinating program if you're around!

How Can an Island Nearly Washed Away Re-Emerge from the Chesapeake Bay? Join representatives from the Maryland Port Administration and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on October 7 at 5:30 p.m. at the Cambridge Yacht Club to hear how the lost islands will return—and how their renewal will benefit wildlife, waterways, and Eastern Shore communities for generations to come. 🚩Go to www.cambridgeyachtclub.com to sign-up or see link in comments below.

James and Barren islands were landmarks of life on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. As erosion gradually claimed them, these cherished places nearly disappeared beneath the Bay. Now, dredged material from Maryland’s shipping channels is helping renew the islands—and the habitats they support. Following decades of scientific study and technical analysis of more than 105 disappearing Chesapeake Bay islands, James and Barren islands were selected for restoration based on their engineering feasibility, cost-effectiveness, ecosystem benefits, and potential impacts on wildlife and neighboring communities.

09/30/2026

Don't walk... RUN to the wharf to see this magnificent vessel!

Ship Watcher Update | Back on the Bay -- Bound for Cambridge!

After an amazing weekend in Fells Point hosting our third annual Sailabration Festival, PRIDE II is now underway & beginning her journey to Maryland's Eastern Shore & the historic waterfront City of Cambridge.

The ship will be docked at the foot of High Street at Long Warf Park September 30 through October 5. While in Cambridge we are excited to be collaborating with the Richardson Maritime Museum, Blacks of the Chesapeake, Alpha Genesis CDC, & Dorchester County Public Schools. Tip of the hat to the City of Cambridge & Dockmaster for making our visit possible. We are also offering FREE deck tours & ticketed sails during our port of call visit.

We’re excited to visit Cambridge & celebrate the region’s rich maritime heritage, from generations of shipbuilders & watermen to the nearby sites that tell the story of the Chesapeake during the War of 1812. It’s a great gateway to a part of the Bay where maritime history is still very much a part of the community.

Ship Schedule:
Wed, Sept. 30 | 9 AM-Noon | Arrival (timing window)
Wed, Sept. 30 | 3-6:30 PM | Free Deck Tours
Fri, Oct 2 | 4:30-6:30 PM | Day Sail ($55 Adults, $25 Child)
Sat, Oct 3 | 11 AM-4 PM | FREE Deck Tours
Sun, Oct 4 | Noon-3 PM | FREE Deck Tours
Sun, Oct 4 | 4:30-6:30 PM | | Day Sail ($55 Adults, $25 Child)

View our schedule & book a sail by going to https://pride2.org/come-aboard/

Photo courtesy of Deadrise Marine Photography.

08/26/2026

Our lighthouse keepers are the backbone of everything we do. Which of these smiling faces will you see when you visit the Choptank River Lighthouse this weekend? (Oh, and we have many more keepers too!)

08/24/2026

REMEMBERING LAUNCH DAY!
It was eight years ago this week that a big “Lighthouse Launch” event was held at Long Wharf to mark the start of construction on our Lighthouse. That day marked the culmination of many years of effort by many, many dedicated people in our community—our thanks to everyone who pitched in along the way to get the ball rolling! Shown here are Jackie Noller and the late Rufus Todd firing up a big crowd gathered on the dock!

08/14/2026

With these beauties on the water, this weekend is the perfect time to visit the lighthouse. How much more Chesapeake can you get? Log canoes viewed from a screwpile lighthouse?!