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Photo exhibit premiers August 24
The Barrier Islands Center in Machipongo, VA, has announced an upcoming photographic exhibition showcasing the same view sheds and landscapes that John Smith saw on his voyages of discovery in June of 1608.  More>>

New book out for trail travelers
Edward Wright Haile has written a detailed and entertaining guide to Capt. John Smith's exploration of the Chesapeake Bay. Titled John Smith in the Chesapeake, Haile's book is an invaluable companion to a person interested in the region's history and in traveling along the new Capt. John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail. Printed on waterproof paper, it makes a great cockpit companion! Find out more about the book and how you can get a copy >>

More Trail Updates & Events

Maryland state government is looking at expanding and publicizing water access points as part of the Capt. John Smith National Historic Water Trail. An upcoming report by the Dept. of Natural Resources should pave the way for future improvements to help people get on the water to follow the Smith trail.

The fourth CBIBS interactive buoy was deployed on July 19th at Stingray Point. Check www.buoybay.org for updates. Watch for more information about the Havre de Grace and Nauticus buoys, expected to be deployed in September.

Delaware, Maryland, and Friends sign Nanticoke Partnership Agreement to protect, restore and enhance the Nanticoke's natural, historic and cultural resources. Read the Agreement.

Sultana Launches John Smith Trail Expeditions program, the first educational program designed specifically for the National Park Service's new Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail. See photos of recent trips and find out how you can participate in one.

The National Park Service (NPS) Comprehensive Management Plan (CMP) for the Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail (CAJO) is progressing with plans for public workshops this summer. NPS recently concluded its workshops for the Interpretive Plan. A total of ten workshops were held throughout the Chesapeake Bay region to gather information and insight on important stories, places and ways to interpret the Captain John Smith trail. In addition, the National Park Service has recently entered into an agreement with the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation to assess existing and potential future access to the Trail.

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Photo credits: Bill Portlock, Ian Plant