The Chesapeake Bay Bridge and Tunnel Commission has awarded the Dragados Team a contract to construct a new parallel tunnel at the Thimble Shoal Channel. The Dragados Team, a joint venture composed of Dragados USA, Inc. and Schiavone Construction Company … Continued
The long-awaited extension of the James River Fishing Pier is now complete and open to the public. Phase II adds 1,112 linear feet to the existing structure, extending the pier’s total recreational length to 2,364 feet. The new extension includes … Continued
In 2014, Chesapeake Bay Program partners opened 17 boat ramps, fishing piers, and other sites that allow the public to access rivers, streams, and the Chesapeake Bay. Virginia opened 14 sites, while Maryland, Pennsylvania, and New York each opened one. … Continued
On October 5th, the Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CBF), the Maryland Artificial Reef Initiative (MARI) and the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) finished construction of an artificial oyster reef alongside the Bill Burton Fishing Pier adjacent to the Fredrick C. … Continued
Maryland is offering two free fishing days for the 2013 season; June 8 and July 4. No license, stamp or registration is required to fish in Maryland waters on these days. Maryland fishing regulations, including size and possession limits are … Continued