June 16, 2026

  • Academy

    Applications Open for Teen Academy

    Leadership Southern Maryland and Stella’s Girls are accepting applications for the 2026 Teen Leadership Academy to be held July 27-31 at the College of Southern Maryland Hughesville campus. The deadline to apply is June 19.

  • Kayak

    Greenwell’s Guided Kayak Tours Are Back

    The Greenwell Foundation’s guided kayaking program is back. Paddle offerings have been expanded with more dates, new discounts, extra activities, and even more chances to get out on the water.

  • Blue Angels

    Blue Angels Headline Pax River Air Show

    The US Navy says the 2026 NAS Patuxent River Air Show on June 20 and 21 is going to be packed with thrilling performances, including appearances by the Blue Angels.

  • Fishing

    State Offering License-Free Fishing Days

    All Maryland residents and visitors can fish without needing a fishing license, trout stamp, or registration on June 13 and July 4.

  • R&P

    R&P Staff Members Complete Training Programs

    Three staff members of the St. Mary’s County Department of Recreation & Parks completed professional development programs and were honored in April.

Leader Exclusives

shellfish harvesting

Oyster Prices Down in 2023-24

Jan 15, 2024

“Oyster season in the months with R” used to be the norm, but conservation efforts and disease have dictated some changes to that meme.

Winter in the Chesapeake: Where Are the Ducks?

Jan 9, 2024

It’s the time of year where rafts of ducks fill Island Creek for good eating — and usually hunters are out looking for the same thing. But this winter has seen few arrivals thus far. Give Cap’n Jack a shout if you’ve spotted some of the ducks listed here.

TPP Pathways Scholarship Accepting Applications

Dec 31, 2023

Reminder: Applications are now being accepted for The Patuxent Partnership Pathways Scholarship. The deadline to apply is January 31, 2024.