Welcome to Our Bait, Tackle and Seafood Carry-out! We have the best seafood around and bait and tackle for all your fishing needs. At Kellam’s Seafood we strive to provide to you our customers the freshest seafood we can find. We carry a large selection of local Maryland seafood such as fresh fish, hard crabs, soft crabs, and oysters. In addition to Maryland seafood we also carry a selection of fresh seafood from around country such as salmon and tuna. We also carry a large selection of bait and tackle for all your fishing needs. We have the latest in tackle for trolling, chumming, bottom fishing and more. Stop by and check out all our unique tackle and pickup up your Maryland Fishing License which we also sell. Crabbing is a Southern Maryland tradition and we carry a large supply of crabbing supplies for catching crabs from your pier or boat. Whether its crab pots, trot lines, or dip nets you need, we have them all and more. We are looking forward to seeing you soon at Kellam’s Seafood in Ridge, Maryland! More Infomation

Point Lookout Marina

BWG is your local place for great food, distinctive wines and a global assortment of beers. Organic & Gluten Free Products Practicing Good Environmental Stewardship Wine Tastings Every Day Gift Certificates Available HOURS: 11:00a.m. -7:30pm evryday

Delivering fresh-caught seafood daily, including crabs and rockfish, for over forty years.

The Ruddy Duck Seafood and Alehouse is a vibrant waterside space where fresh seafood and artisan-crafted beer are delivered wtih passion. Enjoy a creative menu utilizing fresh local resources coupled wtih gracious service. http://ruddyduckbrewery.com/

Asian Grocery offers a clean comfortable shopping experience with a wide assortment of food. – Thai, Japanese, Korean, Filipino, Lao , Vietnam, Indonesia – Rice, Fresh-Dried Noodles, Snacks & Beverages, Seafood, Tea, Organic, Frozen Food: Lumpia, Dumplings, Buns – Sauce &Seasonings, BBQ Sauce, Fresh Tofu, Flour , Spices , Kimchi , Fresh Vegetables and Ice Cream HOURS: Monday – Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. Sunday: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Come to our farms and stay awhile… Get lost in the vineyards, wander shore’s end, visit the chickens and the kale and wonder at those tidy balls of cantaloupe plugging away. What child’s day isn’t better on a farm? Who can resist a tractor, a barn, or a kayak by the shore? No child we’ve ever known.

Varied menu of local seafood including crabs. Outside dining along the Patuxent River. Swampy’s Tiki bar with live music throughout the summer. Pier with boat access. Adjacent to Sandgates Restaurant, this has been a local spot for over thirty years.

Bringing Southern Maryland products to the Southern Maryland community! We now accept credit/debit cards and WIC!

Cradled by Breton Bay, the Potomac River and St. Clements Bay, this 776-acre property of woodlands, wetlands and agricultural fields offers low impact recreational opportunities such as biking, walking, hunting, birding and fishing. Capt. John Smith explored the waters surrounding the property in 1608. Newtowne was the first settlement in the Maryland province after St. Mary’s City. Hunting on Sundays will not be permitted. Goose field blind sites are open Saturdays, Mondays, and Thursdays only. Hunting reservations: A free annual Southern Region Permit and daily reservations will be required for all hunters. 301-872-5688 or 301-743-5161 between 8:00 am–12:00pm. HOURS: Sunday – Saturday: Sunrise to Sunset

Buzzy’s is a general store located in St. Mary’s County, Southern Maryland near Pt. Lookout State Park. Buzzy and Jean Ridgell purchased the Store from Jean’s father Harry Raley in 1953. Buzzy operated it until his passing in 2009. His son J. Scott Ridgell is the current owner.

Presented by the Coastal Arts Partnership, the Arts Market is an outdoor monthly market held the Third Saturday of every month at Port of Leonardtown Park. The Arts Market features handmade, affordable art from local and regional artists and artisans. Styles of art include Painting, Photography, Ceramics, Glass, Jewelry, Wood, plus handmade quilts, clothing, soap, furniture and other delights. All products sold must be handcrafted, no manufactured products allowed. HOURS: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm (Rain or Shine) Third Saturday of Every Month

Route 235 to Sotterley Road to Forrest Landing Road – Landing with boat ramp and pier. Public landings are open from sunrise to sunset. Some things to remember: 1. Landings are closed between sunset and sunrise; with the exception of loading and unloading boats 2. Please do not block ramps, parked vehicles, bulkheads or access to piers 3. Overnight parking, camping, night fishing or open fires are not allowed 4. Obey “No Fishing or Crabbing” signs where posted 5. Do not leave boats or equipment at landing 6. Do not leave residential trash in trash cans 7. No alcohol consumption at landing 8. No glass bottles or containers; no littering 9. Those fishing and crabbing need to move fishing and crabbing lines as boaters use the boat ramps 10. Thank you for being a courteous user of our public landings!

Welcome to Our Bait, Tackle and Seafood Carry-out! We have the best seafood around and bait and tackle for all your fishing needs. At Kellam’s Seafood we strive to provide to you our customers the freshest seafood we can find. We carry a large selection of local Maryland seafood such as fresh fish, hard crabs, soft crabs, and oysters. In addition to Maryland seafood we also carry a selection of fresh seafood from around country such as salmon and tuna. We also carry a large selection of bait and tackle for all your fishing needs. We have the latest in tackle for trolling, chumming, bottom fishing and more. Stop by and check out all our unique tackle and pickup up your Maryland Fishing License which we also sell. Crabbing is a Southern Maryland tradition and we carry a large supply of crabbing supplies for catching crabs from your pier or boat. Whether its crab pots, trot lines, or dip nets you need, we have them all and more. We are looking forward to seeing you soon at Kellam’s Seafood in Ridge, Maryland! More Infomation

Historic Sotterley continues an over 300-year farming tradition with the Sotterley Farmer’s Market – a producer only farmer’s market. Sotterley Plantation has always had strong ties to the Southern Maryland farming community, having been a working farm during all of its entire existence. Find quality home-grown vegetables, fruit, plants, as well as unique, handcrafted items and more. See website for exact dates and times. SEASON: End of May – End of September HOURS: 8:00 AM – Noon

Hand made buggies and buggy repair.

A small family farm just west of Leonardtown. Haucaya alpacas that have been bred and chosen with an emphasis on fine fiber, correct conformation, and pleasing dispositions. The alpacas at Nobella Alpacas are pleasant to work with and have fine fiber in order to create luxury yarns and end products. The female alpacas are mothers who are able to have easy, uncomplicated births, ample milk supply, and mothering skills to take care of their crias (alpaca babies). Visitors are always welcome! Please call to schedule your visit so we can be available to create the visit you desire. The alpacas would love to see you!

Part of the Cecil’s Mill Historic Distrct, the old Cecil’s store and post office now holds fine antiques, home and personal accessories, gifts, and children’s items in a setting that features the original post office window and country store display cases. Mary Lou Troutman prints, Kitras Art Glass, and Department 56 collectible

Come to our farms and stay awhile… Get lost in the vineyards, wander shore’s end, visit the chickens and the kale and wonder at those tidy balls of cantaloupe plugging away. What child’s day isn’t better on a farm? Who can resist a tractor, a barn, or a kayak by the shore? No child we’ve ever known.

Forrest Hall Farm & Orchard is located in the northern part of St. Mary’s County, Maryland, on just about 100 acres of land. The current owners, Joe and Mary Wood, live on the farm with their three children and their families (including seven grandchildren). Beautiful fields, scenic views, woodland, and a one-acre pond encompass what is known today as Forrest Hall Farm & Orchard. Join us for a day of fun, adventure, and time well spent with your family. You won’t regret it. Join us at the farm for some Crazy Corn Maze adventures, shopping at the store, and meeting all the nice folks that love to stop by for a visit. After you enjoy your corn maze adventure, why not enjoy the rest of the farm! Hay Wagon Slide • Picnic Area • Fun & Games • Farm Animals • Snacks • Hayride & More! Don’t forget the store, stop by for Seasonal Produce• Pumpkin Patch • Farm Product Sales • Decorative Items • Local Artists & Crafter’s Wares • Mums & More! SEASON: May – December HOURS: Farm Store (May-December): Every Day, 9AM – 5PM Corn Maze (Mid-September-End of October): Weekends, 9AM – 5PM GROUP RATE OFFERED TOURS, […]

Two monuments, one state and one federal, mark the interment site of more than 3,000 prisoners who died at Point Lookout Prison Camp. Names of those who died at Point Lookout are engraved on the federal monument which is the only federal monument erected to the Confederate soldier. The cemetery is located outside of Point Lookout State Park.

Built in 1858 and in use until 1942, the granite block and brick structure retains its original upstairs cells where prisoners were once segregated by gender and race. The jail keeper’s quarters downstairs house artifacts that relate county history. A cannon from The Ark, one of two ships that first brought colonists to Maryland, and later used to defend St. Mary’s City, is displayed on the grounds. The museum also serves as a county visitor information center. Special tours and hours are available by advanced arrangement. AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE – Runaway slaves were often held in public jails until their owners retrieved them or they were sold in compensation for the cost of care. Five stories of runaway slaves are connected with the Old Jail. HOURS: Wednesday – Friday: 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Unique and interesting home furnishings and accessories. Traditional to Modern, Coastal to Urban, Classic to Industrial. An eclectic collection of furnishings and accessories, something for everyone.

Climb one of the oldest lighthouses on the Potomac River, constructed in 1836. The site was once visited by Washington dignitaries including several U.S. presidents. The six-acre park includes a picnic area, kayak launch, a boardwalk, pier and sandy beach (no fishing or swimming). The museum details the area’s history and also includes an exhibit of the WWII U-1105 Black Panther German submarine, which lies just offshore in an area designated as the state’s first Historic Shipwreck Dive Preserve. The Potomac River Maritime Exhibit includes a collection of of historic wooden boats that once plied the waters of the Chesapeake Bay as well as the watermen’s story. The museum, maritime exhibit and boardwalk are handicap accessible. Call ahead or visit the website for the museum’s seasonal hours of operation, to schedule a group tour or to come by boat. Admission is $7 per adult, $3.50 for senior citizens and military personnel, students 6 to 18, and free for children 5 and under. Admission fee provides a staffed guided tour of the museum, maritime exhibit, and lighthouse tower. The park area is free and open to the public from sunrise to sunset. AFFILIATIONS: American Association of Museums OFFICIAL DESIGNATIONS: Southern Maryland […]

Sotterley Plantation, a National Historic Landmark, has a history dating back to the turn of the 18th century and is one of the oldest museums of its kind in the United States. Many have called Sotterley home over its 300 year history. Some came to prosper; others worked the land, either for wages or under bondage. Sotterley today consists of almost 100 acres of breathtaking beauty on the Patuxent River that includes over six miles of nature trails, Colonial Revival Gardens, and over 20 historic buildings. The Plantation House had its beginnings in 1703 and has undergone many changes and additions over time. Sotterley’s only surviving original Slave Cabin illustrates the life conditions of many St. Mary’s County people from the early-1800s into the early 20th century. We invite you to immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Sotterley and also its rich story of history and cultures. Join us for the wide variety of public programming offered throughout the year, and become a part of Sotterley’s historic legacy through membership! Accessible by water, call for information. Grounds open year round. Guided tour season: May 1 – Oct. 31, Tuesdays – Sundays. Museum Shop is open during tour season. Group […]

Historic St. Mary’s City (HSMC) is a museum on the site of Maryland’s first capital. Decades of research are the foundation of living history exhibits assembled across the landscape. • At water’s edge, take in a pristine view that Lord Baltimore would have recognized. Step onboard the Maryland Dove, which evokes the tall ship that carried settlers to the New World. • In Town Center, tour a mercantile stocked with (reproduction) items every colonist coveted and visit the forbearer of the modern motel. Help run a printing press and learn why the first printer south of Boston worked in here. • Visit the Woodland Indian Hamlet and discover how the Yaocomaco people lived comfortably using only items found in their surroundings. • At the Godiah Spray Tobacco Plantation, it’s always 1661. See varieties of plants used 350 years ago for food and medicine and meet the livestock. • Tour the first monumental Catholic Church in the English colonies, reconstructed on its original foundation. The St. John’s Site Museum offers insights into ways researchers reconstruct the past using historical and archaeological evidence. During the archaeology field season, tour working excavations. Allow at least four hours for your visit. You will leave […]

Located outside of Point Lookout State Park, the memorial park was constructed by the Point Lookout Descendant’s Organization to honor those who were imprisoned and who died at Point Lookout during the Civil War. The park includes a plaza and ring of flags of Confederate states and a bronze statue. HOURS: Every Day: Sunrise to Sunset

The museum store offers an array of Piney Point Lighthouse souvenirs, nautical gifts, books, jewelry, clothing, children’s corner and more! The store is operated by the Friends of the St. Clement’s Island and Piney Point Museums with proceeds returning to support museum programs, projects and exhibits. Crab Claw Museum Store at Piney Point is your destination for unique quality gifts. And for the “one who has everything,” consider a gift membership to The Friends! Museum members receive a 10% discount on store purchases.

Point Lookout Marina

Cecil’s Mill was originally built as a cotton/textile factory in the 1800’s. Later, it was transformed into a grist mill and saw mill. After restoration, Cecil’s Old Mill has become a National Landmark in Historic St. Mary’s County and is home to some of the finest local arts and crafts around. HOURS: Tuesday – Sunday: 12:00pm – 5:00pm (winter hours) Starting April 1st: Tuesday – Sunday: 10:00 am – 5:00pm

Farmers’ market located in the BAE Building parking lot on Rt. 235 and Town Creek Drive. Featuring home grown produce and fresh flowers. Producer-only market. SEASON: May – October HOURS: Saturdays: 9AM – 1PM

Locally grown bedding plants, flowers and produce by professional, full-time farmers with more than 50 years of experience. Open seasonally on the farm March 1st through November 30th. You can also visit us at the California Farmers Market & Home Grown Farm Market. SEASON: March 1 – November 30 HOURS: Monday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sunday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Bringing Southern Maryland products to the Southern Maryland community! We now accept credit/debit cards and WIC!

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Our windows filled with playful sheep have been a feature on the square in Leonardtown since 2004. Inside you’ll find a shop filled with gorgeous colors, tempting textures, and a warm welcome for knitters of all interests and levels of experience. We regularly offer fun, empowering individual lessons and group classes on everything from basic skills to the most complex techniques, and stock flattering, stylish patterns that will have you wearing your hand knits with pride in the most sophisticated settings. Wednesday evenings we’re open until 9, with new knitting companions to meet around the table. Friday mornings it’s time for Coffee for Ewe with yarn and friends. And we always feature a great new project kick-off for First Fridays, with music, refreshments, and fun from 5 to 8. Whether you’re an experienced knitter, or have never picked up a needle, come join us. You are always welcome here! HOURS: Tuesday – Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. First Fridays until 8 p.m. (Closed Sunday & Monday)

Tables and chairs, entertainment units, bookcases, kid’s furniture

Nearly two miles of shoreline including beach areas (no lifeguard), picnic tables, informal canoe/kayak launching, three miles of hiking trails, parking and portable restroom facilities. Fees begin the first weekend in May through Labor Day. Hunting information: Waterfowl hunting in the third split of the season only. Reservation required (Please contact Maryland DNR for permitting and more info at 301-743-5161). For more information about this park, please contact St. Mary’s County Recreation and Parks: 301-475-4200 ext. *1800. PARK AMENITIES: HIKING TRAILS, PADDLING, SWIMMING BEACH WITH NO LIFEGUARD SUPERVISION, PICNIC AREAS, RESTROOMS HUNTING AVAILABLE: WATERFOWL (GEESE, DUCKS)

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David’s combines a full-service flower shop with rooms of antiques and quirky collectibles which spill out onto Fenwick Street. Fill your favorite spaces with flowers and fun.

Asian Grocery offers a clean comfortable shopping experience with a wide assortment of food. – Thai, Japanese, Korean, Filipino, Lao , Vietnam, Indonesia – Rice, Fresh-Dried Noodles, Snacks & Beverages, Seafood, Tea, Organic, Frozen Food: Lumpia, Dumplings, Buns – Sauce &Seasonings, BBQ Sauce, Fresh Tofu, Flour , Spices , Kimchi , Fresh Vegetables and Ice Cream HOURS: Monday – Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. Sunday: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Wholesale auctions are held on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays (in season, see above) and feature a wide variety of fruits and vegetables and flowers in various wholesale lot sizes. Buyers and sellers pre-register. Come watch the action. HOURS: February: 12, 26 March: 4, 11, 18 April: Mondays & Fridays May 2 – October 31: Mondays, Wednesday, Fridays November: Fridays December: 2, 16 Hours – Mon: 11AM, Wed & Fri: 9AM Call for More Info

The parking lot of the Charlotte Hall Library fills with shoppers on Monday – Saturday at this seasonal market. It’s a great place to pick-up produce, flowers, and Amish baked and canned goods. HOURS: Open weather permitting Closed Sundays April: Wednesdays and Saturdays: 8 AM – 6 PM May: Open most days: 8 AM – 6 PM June: Open most days: 8 AM – 7PM July: Open most days: 8 AM – 7PM August: Open most days: 8 AM – 7PM September: Open most days: 8 AM – 6 PM October: Open most days: 8 AM – 6 PM November: Open Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays: 8 AM – 4 PM

The Craft Guild Shop is a co-op of award-winning and juried Maryland artists dedicated to working in one or more of the following categories: basketry, candle-making, ceramics, clay, fiber, furniture making, jewelry, leather, metals, mixed media, natural materials, needlework, paper, photography, polymer/resin, pottery, and stained glass. Because of such a diverse range of local talent, the Craft Guild Shop is able to offer a wide variety of unique handcrafted items available at any time (custom orders can be arranged). The Craft Guild Shop welcomes artists and crafters whose creative handiwork demonstrates stimulating visual appeal, good design, and fine craftsmanship. Before acceptance as a member of the Guild, each person’s work must undergo a jurying process. The artisan will submit three to five representative pieces in a selected media category for examination by a committee of fellow artisans who are seasoned Guild members. The committee awards points based on workmanship, use of materials, design concepts, overall appearance, originality, and/or execution of traditional designs. The Craft Guild Shop provides an affordable, positive place for artists and crafters to display and sell their products as well as opportunities to teach classes and to demo their artistic process of creating their products. The Guild […]

The Ruddy Duck Seafood and Alehouse is a vibrant waterside space where fresh seafood and artisan-crafted beer are delivered wtih passion. Enjoy a creative menu utilizing fresh local resources coupled wtih gracious service. http://ruddyduckbrewery.com/

High-end, craftmanship woodworking. Jewelry boxes, chests, tea boxes, spoons and more!

BWG is your local place for great food, distinctive wines and a global assortment of beers. Organic & Gluten Free Products Practicing Good Environmental Stewardship Wine Tastings Every Day Gift Certificates Available HOURS: 11:00a.m. -7:30pm evryday

Come to the farm in beautiful St. Mary’s County and pick your own delicious strawberries! Open early May – mid-June, when strawberries are ripe. Call (301) 769-3878 or check our Facebook page for opening dates. We have a great playground for younger children, with pedal tractors, the fort, a giant sandbox, and covered picnic areas. There is no admission fee—just pay for your sweet strawberries by the pound. Join us at our petting zoo and meet some of our great farmyard friends such as our horse, Genny, or our loveable donkey, Jack! SEASON: Early May – June (call for dates) HOURS: Monday – Friday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Sunday: Noon – 5 p.m.

Located in the Charlotte Hall Shopping Center along Three Notch Road, this 9-acre flea market also offers local produce, baked goods, plants and more. SEASON: All Year HOURS: Wednesday: 1PM – 5PM Saturday: 8AM – 5PM

Kellam’s Seafood provides fresh local seafood to Southern Maryland from our bait, tackle and seafood carryout location in Ridge, Maryland. Kellam’s Seafood is owned by waterman Paul Kellam, a lifetime resident of St. Mary’s County. Currently he has embarked on bringing back crab picking as a cottage industry. HUNTING & FISHING SERVICES: BAIT & TACKLE

Guide to Patuxent River Water Trail The Patuxent River is approximately 110 miles long and is the largest river, completely within the state boundary of Maryland. The river corridor is rich in scenic beauty, wildlife, history. Many public parks and launching sites for recreational boating provide additional access for visitors to enjoy the river’s resources. The trail runs through Saint Mary’s, Charles, Prince George’s, Montgomery, Howard, Anne Arundel, and Calvert Counties The route begins in southern Calvert County and ends in the Triadelphia Reservoir in Montgomery County. Greenwell State Park in St. Mary’s County is on the route. The trail distance is approximately 80 miles. The Patuxent River is the longest river that flows entirely within the State of Maryland. Scenery around the Patuxent ranges from rich marshlands to lush fields, rural landscapes and suburban growth and locations of archaeological and historical significance. The Patuxent River Water Trail map highlights points of interest and launch sites along the river. Waterproof.

The Navy’s aircraft and flight systems have been tested and evaluated at the Patuxent River Naval Air Station since WWII. The Museum is the only naval museum dedicated to aviation research, development, testing, and evaluation. Interior exhibits include a propulsion display, unmanned aerial vehicles (including a fullscale mock-up of the X-47A Pegasus unmanned combat air vehicle), crew system artifacts, ejection seats, radars, and test instrumentation. An outdoor aircraft park displays 21 naval aircraft, and features both the X-32B and X-35C Joint Strike Fighter concept demonstrators tested at Pax River. Fly Mach Combat™ flight simulators, and stop in the Museum’s Flightline Gift Shop, which has the largest collection of aviation themed merchandise in the area. Guided tours and children’s educational activities available by advance arrangement.

Ridge Market is a general store with a gas station in the parking lot.  An ATM is also present in the parking lot area.

Visit the Corn Crib Studio to view Christina Allen’s works of art. Many of her paintings are watercolor landscapes of Southern Maryland. Christina has been a professional artist for 35+ years. She has shown her work in juried regional, national, and invitational international exhibitions. She has written and illustrated an award winning children’s book, A Micro-Chip on My Shoulder, as well as illustrating other books. She lives on Allen’s Heirloom Homestead, a sustainable farm, with her husband, cat, chickens, flock of rare Jersey Buff turkeys, and a flock of sheep. Together they enjoy sustainable gardening by raising much of their own food. Christina finds much inspiration for her artwork in this way of life and with the beautiful Chesapeake Bay around the area. You can find Christina working in her Corn Crib Studio most days. On other days she may be spinning the sheep’s wool, working in the greenhouses, going for a row on the Chesapeake Bay with her husband, or planting in the gardens. She also is an avid handweaver, spinner and knitter. The documentary film “The Dinner” movie was filmed about their farm. Go to www.thedinnermovie.com

Located in what used to be Duke’s Bar in downtown Leonardtown. Selling new and used books, cds, vinyl records and movies since 2003. Over 23,000 books in stock. General, collectible, and first editions as well as local authors and regional material. Located in downtown, historic Leonardtown, right next door to Café des Artistes. Join us for special First Friday events every month. We can order any books you are looking for, including hard to find books. We can usually order and receive new books within two days (no Saturday deliveries). Join our email list and receive our newsletters with specials and discounts for our members!

Artist and well known portrait painter. Studio visits by appointment. You can also learn a range of art skills with Carolyn Egeli each Wednesday and Thursday morning (different classes each day), including still lifes, animal drawing, marines, working from photos, sketchbooks, some watercolor techniques, oil predominately and drawing with pastel, charcoal and pencil. Click Here to Learn More and how to sign up.

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Situated at the north end of the St. Mary’s River watershed in the center of the county, the park consists of approximately 2,000 acres of land with a 250-acre fishing lake. The relatively flat landscape of St. Mary’s County is not usually thought of as mountain biking terrain; however, the 7.5-mile course encircling the lake at St. Mary’s River State Park is a little known treasure. This course is also available for hiking. Park open daily dawn to dusk April – October, and 10 AM–4 PM November – March. St. Mary’s River State Park is divided into two areas, Site 1 and Site 2. Site 1 included St. Mary’s Lake and has an entrance and parking off Camp Cosoma Road. Site 2 is a wildlands and managed hunting area. Hunting information: 2,200 acres of public hunting lands. Firearm and bow and arrow hunting are allowed in season. Reservations required. Call 301-872-5688 or visit the DNR website for more information. For reservations call 301-743-5161 between 8 AM and noon. Site 1: Waterfowl hunting at designated sites only. Boat access only (No gas motors). Reservation required. Site 2: Hunting Information: 850 acres of public hunting lands. Trapping allowed by permit.

This nationally-accredited museum shares the story of Maryland’s founding and traces the route of the first brave English colonists who sailed across the dangerous Atlantic Ocean in two small wooden ships, landing on St. Clement’s Island in March of 1634. A 13-minute orientation film brings the story to life and includes the other interesting details of the people and events that create 370+ years of island history. The island is now a Maryland State Park and offers areas to hike, picnic, and bird watch. A 40-foot cross stands as a memorial to the first colonists who sought religious toleration. A replica of an original lighthouse stands at the south end of the island and is often open for tours. Scenic and serene, the island is available by private boat or by taking the museum’s seasonal weekend water taxi (June through August). The museum also offers history of local watermen and the Blackistone Lighthouse. The museum store offers an array of unique gift and souvenir items with discounts for museum members. A large pier is adjacent to the museum and visitors are welcome to tie up and come by boat. The museum grounds offer a Potomac River Dory Boat Exhibit, an […]

Organic practice, sustainable homestead, with rare Jersey Buff turkeys, heritage chickens, and two flocks of sheep. Spring events include seeing baby turkeys, baby chicks, and extensive gardens. Two greenhouses of heirloom vegetable seedlings (40 varieties of salad greens, 12 varieties of heirloom tomatoes, etc!!) and gourmet on-farm salad blends for sale, in season. Meet “Chip” the famous turkey from the award winning children’s book “A Micro-Chip on my Shoulder”. Book signings by the author, with purchase of a book. (Bring raisins or apples to feed Chip!) Unusual plants such as homegrown tea, organic colored cotton, pomograntes, etc. Limited visitors in the spring, as it is our busiest season. Visit the Corn Crib Studio to see Christina Allen’s original artwork. Call ahead for appointment. Heirloom vegetable seedlings for sale March until mid-May. HOURS: Sunrise to Sunset, by appointment

The Moore or Less Farm is a 65-acre farm run by Jim (Moe) and Elissa Moore and is located in Bushwood, Maryland on the road to the Historic St. Clement’s Island State Park and Museum. We have a roadside market, Po Moe’s Country Emporium, that is open to the public in front of our farm along side our barn that is approximately 75 years old, a former tobacco barn, that faces MD Rt. 242, We sell fruits and vegetables, a variety of seasonal flowers and local products along with odds and ends to include alpaca products made from our very own stock. At Moore or Less farm we offer a guided educational tour that provides an introduction to exotic farm life raising alpacas, followed by hands on if desired an up close and personal meeting with the alpacas. Please call or email to schedule a tour. AFFILIATIONS: Maryland Alpaca Breeders Association, AOBA, Suri Network, Southern Maryland Trails OFFICIAL DESIGNATIONS: Southern Maryland Trails Site SEASON: May 1 – December 25 HOURS: Saturday and Sunday 10:00am-6:00pm GUIDED TOURS FOR GROUPS OFFERED GROUP RESERVATIONS REQUIRED TOURS, PUMPKIN PATCH

The Three Notch Trail is a non-motorized pedestrian and bicycle trail being constructed on the St. Mary’s County railroad right-of-way. The trail is constructed of asphalt and is 10 feet wide in most sections, with 2 – 3 ft. grass shoulders. The trail in the northern area of the county begins at Deborah Drive (just past the St. Mary’s County line) in Charlotte Hall and runs south to John V. Baggett Park in Laurel Grove for a distance of about eleven miles. The trail in this area provides connections to the Northern Senior Center, Charlotte Hall Veterans Home, Charlotte Hall Library, St. Mary’s County Farmers’ Market, the St. Mary’s County Welcome Center, various businesses, churches, Mechanicsville Elementary School and Baggett Park. Parking and restrooms along the Charlotte Hall section of the trail can be found at the Northern Senior Center, St. Mary’s County Welcome Center and at the Charlotte Hall Library. Parking is also located at the Gospel Light Baptist Church in Mechanicsville and at John V. Baggett Park at Laurel Grove. Weekend parking is available at Mechanicsville Elementary School. Restrooms at Baggett Park are open from April through October; seasonal port-o-lets are also available along the trail. Other trail […]

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Vintage, antique furniture and findings, locally made art, India handicrafts, clothing and jewelry. HOURS: Thursday – Sunday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

With a history dating back to the late 17th century, Summerseat is a 120-acre working farm with a Queen-Anne style house, outbuildings including meat and dairy houses, barns and gardens. Summerseat breeds the only publicly accessible herd of American Buffalo in the region. The farm has other animals, a vineyard and trails including a bluebird trail. Tables and a gazebo are available for picnickers. Check the website for special programs, events, and facilities rental information. Summerseat Farm is open to the public on on the first Saturday of the month May-September.

Boat tie ups, canoe/kayak launch and rentals; restrooms, no overnight boat facilities. HOURS: Open Dawn until Dusk

MD Route 235 to end of Clarke’s Landing Road – Small landing with boat ramp and minimal parking. Public landings are open from sunrise to sunset. Some things to remember: 1. Landings are closed between sunset and sunrise; with the exception of loading and unloading boats 2. Please do not block ramps, parked vehicles, bulkheads or access to piers 3. Overnight parking, camping, night fishing or open fires are not allowed 4. Obey “No Fishing or Crabbing” signs where posted 5. Do not leave boats or equipment at landing 6. Do not leave residential trash in trash cans 7. No alcohol consumption at landing 8. No glass bottles or containers; no littering 9. Those fishing and crabbing need to move fishing and crabbing lines as boaters use the boat ramps 10. Thank you for being a courteous user of our public landings!

One of the best preserved African-American schoolhouses in the country, The one-room schoolhouse still occupies its original site and has not been significantly altered. Built circa 1890, it was in use until 1944. The structure marks the era of segregated schools in St. Mary’s County. Interpretive panels offer self-guided tours. Group tours are available by advance arrangement. Daily: Sunrise to Sunset

The Home Grown Farm Market is a producer only market aimed at providing fresh produce, flowers, plants, meats, cheeses and baked goods to the Southern Maryland community while promoting sustainable agriculture. Sustainable agriculture requires economic viability, eco-friendly production techniques that preserve water and soil resources, limited transportation of food and dependence on fossil fuels, and a strong connection between the producers and the consumers. The market carries a large selection of veggies from all around the county, frozen meats from the Southern Maryland area, and Maryland ice cream and cheese. You can also find cheese from Clover Hill Dairy, and Amish dairy in Mechanicsville. Market accepts cash, credit and debit cards, EBT and WIC vouchers. Special Events Join the UME-St. Mary’s Master Gardeners at the Home Grown Farm Market, where they will provide information on various garden topics starting at 9:30AM: SEASON: April – December HOURS: Spring: April 2, 2016 – June 11, 2016: Saturdays (9AM to 1PM) Peak: June 15, 2016 – October 29, 2016: Wednesdays (10AM to 4PM) & Saturdays (9AM to 1PM) Winter: November 5, 2016 – December 17, 2016: Saturdays Only (9AM to 1PM)

Locally grown vegetables, bedding plants and flowers, and locally and Mennonite crafted articles.

Route 5, end of Camp Calvert Road – Canoe and kayak launching only; minimal parking. Public landings are open from sunrise to sunset. Some things to remember: 1. Landings are closed between sunset and sunrise; with the exception of loading and unloading boats 2. Please do not block ramps, parked vehicles, bulkheads or access to piers 3. Overnight parking, camping, night fishing or open fires are not allowed 4. Obey “No Fishing or Crabbing” signs where posted 5. Do not leave boats or equipment at landing 6. Do not leave residential trash in trash cans 7. No alcohol consumption at landing 8. No glass bottles or containers; no littering 9. Those fishing and crabbing need to move fishing and crabbing lines as boaters use the boat ramps 10. Thank you for being a courteous user of our public landings!

Nearly 600 acres of parkland, 10 miles of trails, and two miles of waterfront along the Patuxent River with an accessible 50 ft. pier. Kayak/canoe launch sites, beach and picnic areas. Wheelchair accessible facilities: Quarter Creek Pavilion and Rosedale Manor House. The manor, chapel and gardens are available for weddings and events. All inclusive programs: recreational and therapeutic horseback riding lessons, summer camps and special events. Hunting Information: 187 acres of public hunting lands – provisions to hunt from a vehicle, call for conditions. The Greenwell Foundation is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization dedicated to providing accessible and inclusive programs, services and facilities for all community members, with and without disabilities, in Southern Maryland. The Foundation operates in Greenwell State Park, a 600-acre property located along the lower Patuxent River in Hollywood, Maryland. Greenwell has a wheelchair-accessible floating kayak and canoe launch, open to the public during regular park hours (sunrise to sunset). The park boasts 10 miles of trails, beaches, picnic tables, grills, gorgeous views and plenty of open space. Available for rent: Quarter Creek Pavilion. OFFICIAL DESIGNATIONS: Southern Maryland Trails Site | Chesapeake Bay Gateways Network Site HOURS: The park is open sunrise to sunset. The Greenwell Foundation […]

Five hundred feet of shoreline with unsupervised swimming, picnicking and fishing. The park has a picnic pavilion, playground, portable restrooms, changing area and parking. Park is open 7 AM to Sunset. No evening or nighttime activities permitted. Fees begin for weekends only beginning the first weekend in May through Labor Day Hunting Information: Bow Hunting Only, starting on Sept. 15 (deer hunting only). Hunting permit is required and can be obtained at the Recreation & Parks office at 23150, Patuxent Building, Leonard Hall Drive, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Only 5 hunters allowed in the hunting area at any one time and there is a sign in sheet at the park entrance. (19350 Back Door Road, Lexington Park, Md. 20653). For hunting on Elm’s Beach property managed by Maryland Department of Natural Resources, please call Maryland DNR for more information and permitting at 301-743-5161. For more information about this park, please contact St. Mary’s County Recreation and Parks 301-475-4200 ext. *1800. PARK AMENITIES: CRABBING, SWIMMING BEACH WITH NO LIFEGUARD SUPERVISION, PICNIC AREAS, PLAYGROUND, RESTROOMS HUNTING AVAILABLE: DEER

Farm market selling all natural pork year round and vegetables in season. Available vegetables: Kale, Collard Greens, Spinach, Mustard, Turnips, Rape, Field Cress, Swiss Chard, Beets, Cabbage, Broccoli, Cauliflower, String Beans and Sweet Potatoes HOURS: Monday – Friday: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Private, pre-arranged tours only. Call for info.

Delivering fresh-caught seafood daily, including crabs and rockfish, for over forty years.

Buzz’s Marina, located in beautiful Southern Maryland on Saturday’s Choice Farm, has everything to make a weekend getaway one you and your family will remember for a lifetime. Come experience fun in the sun for the whole family from the youngest to the oldest! We are situated on St. Jerome’s Creek, just minutes to Point No Point on the Chesapeake Bay, centrally located for the best fishing you’ll find! We have many features for fishermen and campers alike… Enjoy exploring our site and finding out about everything we have to offer. More About Buzz’s Marina

HOURS: Studio Open by Appointment

Recreational opportunities abound on this picturesque peninsula formed by the Chesapeake Bay and the Potomac River. Swimming, fishing, boating and camping are just a few of the activities to be enjoyed in this beautiful bay setting. This park’s peaceful surroundings belie its history as the location of a prison camp which imprisoned as many as 52,264 Confederate soldiers during the Civil War. A museum on site recounts this vivid history. A park map is available at park headquarters, the camp office, camp store, and the Civil War Museum/Marshland Nature Center. Visit the Maryland Department of Natural Resources

Let Suttler Post Farm Clydesdales, LLC horse drawn carriage service offers to you a grand entrance to your event with one of our elegant carriages. If the wedding party needs a ride as well, they offer a wagon that accommodates 12 adults. All carriages are pulled by their Clydesdale horses and are sure to turn heads at your event.