The public beach at the Chesapeake Bay Foundation is located where Black Walnut Creek meets Chesapeake Bay. It is a popular site for swimming and boating. However, due to limited parking a permit pass much be acquired from the Philip Merrill Environmental Centre. The beach is accessible from 8:30 to 5 on weekdays only, and this schedule may vary depending on events or field trips at the learning Centre. The Philip Merrill Environmental Centre, headquarters to the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, is a favourite destination for school and learning groups The centre is considered one of the most energy-efficient buildings in the world and its design is a reflection of the foundation’s mission to promote protection and restoration of Chesapeake Bay.
Note that there are no public washrooms on site.
Keep your distance from other people.
Practicing social distancing is still essential. Only go to the beach if you are able to keep 6 feet or 2 meters away from others. Follow the instructions provided by your local health authorities. If your community has asked that you remain indoors and away from others, do so. Spending a day in any crowded place is the worst thing we can do for our most vulnerable right now and will counter our efforts to curb the virus’s spread.
The public beach at the Chesapeake Bay Foundation is located where Black Walnut Creek meets Chesapeake Bay. It is a popular site for swimming and boating. However, due to limited parking a permit pass much be acquired from the Philip Merrill Environmental Centre. The beach is accessible from 8:30 to 5 on weekdays only, and this schedule may vary depending on events or field trips at the learning Centre. The Philip Merrill Environmental Centre, headquarters to the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, is a favourite destination for school and learning groups The centre is considered one of the most energy-efficient buildings in the world and its design is a reflection of the foundation’s mission to promote protection and restoration of Chesapeake Bay.
Note that there are no public washrooms on site.
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