FAQ: What is an Oyster Midden?
When European settlers arrived in the 1600’s, they encountered well-established towns and villages, sophisticated political alliances, complex trade networks, advanced […]
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FAQ: What is the Chesapeake Bay?
We’ll start with the basics. The Chesapeake Bay is a body of water on the East Coast of the United […]
Washington’s Chesapeake Legacy: A Birthday Celebration
As we celebrate George Washington’s Birthday this February 22nd, we at Island Chill Yacht Charters invite you to explore the rich maritime […]
The Day a General Became a Legend: George Washington’s Resignation at Annapolis
On a cold December afternoon in 1783, an extraordinary event took place in Annapolis, Maryland – one that would shape […]
The Annapolis Convention of 1786: The Meeting That Saved America
Ten years after the Declaration of Independence in 1776, a small gathering in a Maryland tavern in Annapolis would change […]
Pure White Grace on the Chesapeake: Dancing with Snowy Egrets
Against the dark waters and green marsh grasses of the Chesapeake Bay, you’ll often see nature’s most elegant ballerinas put […]
FAQ: How Deep is the Chesapeake Bay?
Answer: Not very…. While the Chesapeake Bay is 4,480 square miles in area (four times the area of the state […]
Choosing the Balance of Togetherness, Views, Fun Activities and Specific Destinations
Both our sailboat and powerboat charters create memorable cruise experiences: ‘togetherness’ and connection with friends and family on a […]
FAQ: Chesapeake Bay Boat Charters: Powerboat or Sailboat?
Both are wonderful ways to experience the Chesapeake Bay – each differs in possible experiences, destinations and activities. Sailboat charters […]
FAQ: We’re Coming to Annapolis, Washington D.C. and Baltimore: How Do We Actually Get Out Onto the Chesapeake Bay?
Great question! Although there’s places to look out over the Chesapeake Bay, nothing matches getting out onto the water by […]