August 2012 Rivah Guide - The Rappahannock Record

Places to go and thingsto do in the Northern Neckand Middle Peninsula

Ebb&FlowS We’d love to hear from you.Write us at Rivah@rrecord.com.Rivah (‘riv-â), n. [der. river]:1. the lands and watersof the Northern Neckand Middle Peninsula ofVirginia, USA, particularlyfavored by urban dwellersfor spring, summer and fallescapes. 2. a region in thesepeninsulas bound by theChesapeake Bay and theRappahannock, Potomacand York rivers, inclusive.adj.– rivah: reflecting anattitude indicative of theabundantly pleasant lifestylein this area. August 2012 Learning to SailHoist, trim and hit the water. . . . . . . . . 12The Art of RelaxingDesign time at Zekiah Glass . . . . . . . . . 40Places to go and thingsto do in the Northern Neckand Middle PeninsulaOn the CoverCongratulations toour cover contestwinner Lauren Leona!Jaedyn and BrayleeO’Donnell walk handin-handdown theirgrandparents’ pieron Little Bay. is published6 times a year jointly by the Rappahannock Record, P.O. Box 400,Kilmarnock, Va. 22482, (804) 435-1701, and the Southside Sentinel, P.O.Box 549, Urbanna, Va. 23175, (804) 758-2328. Email: Rivah@rrecord.comNews Tom Hardin and Robert D. Mason Jr., editors; Larry S.Chowning, Tom Chillemi, Lisa Hinton-Valdrighi, Audrey Thomassonand Shannon RiceAdvertising Sara Amiss and Maeghaen Eley, managers;K.C. Troise, Marilyn Bryant, Wendy Payne and Troy RobertsonProduction Julie H. Burwood, art director; Wayne Smith, manager;Joseph Gaskins, Susan Simmons, K.C. Troise and Sarah BowisPublications Coordinator Susan SimmonsEditorial Consultant Lisa Hinton-ValdrighiAccount Managers Geanie Longest and Lindsay BishoffGeneral Managers Fred and Bettie Lee Gaskins Camping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Concerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Counties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Dining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Diversions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Fishing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 It Happened Here . . . . . 10 Lodging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Places to go and thingsto do in the Northern Neckand Middle PeninsulaPlaces to go and thingsto do in the Northern Neckand Middle PeninsulaRichmond County FairRides, games and more . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Marinas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Museums . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Nabhan’s Coming Here . .51 Parks & Recreation . . . . . 44 Ramps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Rivah Fare . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Rivah Safety . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Rivah Life Photos . . . . . . 11 Reader Recipes . . . . . . . . 34Did you know?The Rivah Visitor’s Guide is also online andfree. Find interactive directories with live linksto lodging, marinas, restaurants and more atwww.SSentinel.com and www.RRecord.com 1

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EventsPark. Learn about the osprey.$5. Equipment and experiencedguide provided. Reservationssuggested. 462-5030.Lancaster County LittleLeague Spanish MackerelFishing Tournament Hostingmarina: Chesapeake BoatBasin, Kilmarnock. Entry fee:$175. Entries should be submittedto YCLC, c/o Kathy Pittman,660 Regina Road, Lancaster VA22503, or call 724-9279.Skipjack Cruise Aboard TheClaud W. Somers 11 a.m.-1:30p.m., Departs the Reedville Fishermen’sMuseum pier. By reservation,453-6529.Proof 3 p.m., WestmorelandPlayers 16217 Richmond Road,ABURGESS HOUSE, INC.Callao, $20 adults, $12 students.Tickets at 529-9345, orWestmorelandplayers.org.An Evening With Mark Twainwith Dick Saxer. 7 p.m., socialhour/8 p.m. curtain. Boys & GirlsClub of the Northern Neck, 517North Main Street, Kilmarnock.$20, including a beverage anddessert. Wine and beer availablefor purchase. Tickets at 435-9696. or thagen@bgcnn.com.Splendors of Simonson’s 6:30-8 p.m. Watch the sun set overLancaster Creek. Canoes, paddles,and life jackets provided.Bring a picnic dinner to eat on thewater. Minimum age is 6 years.Pre-registration required. $10 individuals/$30family, or $8/$24for Friends of the Rappahannockmembers. 313-5080.Weekend Watercolor Fun10 a.m.-3 p.m., Bay School,Mathews Court House. KathleenNoffsinger, instructor. $100.725-1278.Farmers’ Market 9 a.m.-1 p.m.,Mathews Court Green. 725-3318.Barbeque 4-7 p.m., Church ofFrancis de Sales, 176 LoversLane, Mathews. Advance ticketsonly, $18 for sit-down dinner,$15 for take-out, $8 for ages 9and under. 725-1537.Stock Car Racing 6:30-11 p.m.,Virginia Motor Speedway, Route17, Jamaica, Middlesex County.Virginia Army National Guard DirtSeries. 758-1867.August 18-1933rd annual Rod Run To TheBeach all day. Judged car show.Co-sponsored by the ColonialBeach Chamber of Commerceand Colonial Beach EducationFoundation. 224-0690.Sunday, August 19Sunday Morning Crafts 10-11a.m., Belle Isle State Park. $2.462-5030.Proof 3 p.m., WestmorelandPlayers 16217 Richmond Road,Callao, $20 adults, $12 students.Tickets at 529-9345 orWestmorelandplayers.org.An Evening With Mark Twainwith Dick Saxer. 3 p.m. socialhour/4 p.m. curtain. Boys & GirlsClub of the Northern Neck, 517North Main Street, Kilmarnock.$20, including a beverage anddessert. Wine and beer availablefor purchase. Tickets at 435-9696 or thagen@bgcnn.com.Monday, August 20Wild Foods Walk 9-11 a.m.,Belle Isle State Park. $2 per person,or $6 pre family. 462-5030.An Evening With Mark Twainwith Dick Saxer. 7 p.m. socialhour/8 p.m. curtain. Boys & GirlsClub of the Northern Neck, 517North Main Street, Kilmarnock.$20, including a beverage and9 fAn UnforgettableShopping Experience!Old, New & In-betweenHome Decor, Furniture,Jewelry, Nautical & Collectibles.80 Jessie Dupont Memorial Hwy.Burgess, VA (804) 453-5900Jean’sBargainCenter“Why Buy New When Used Will Do”Open Mon., Thurs., Fri., Sat.804-580-2850Route 360 • Between Heathsville & Burgess‘DISCOVERIES’Wicomico Parish Consignment ShoppeUpscale and unique clothing andhome accessories. Shabby Chic’. Accepting consignments/donationsntique’nt theR ivahA Multi-Dealer Mall located inEssex Square Shopping CenterCome browse our store for furniture, glassware,jewelry, coins, trains and lots more!Located on Route 200-Wicomico Church Plum Summerfor YouOpen 6 days a week • Closed Wednesdayeverything nice . . .and Your HomeSpecialtyShops,Antiques &TreasuresMaterial GirlQuilt ShopSupplies for QuiltingPunch NeedleRug Hooking Classes(804) 453-600316658 Northumberland Hwy, Reedville www.materialgirlnn.comJust Arrived Apparel FabricsFabrics, Notions, Patterns,Custom Window TreatmentsSlip Covers and Local Artisans.804-443-2154158 Prince St., Tappahannock, VAPick up a PurseGreat Selection of Fashion AccessoriesPut in a PergolaPatios, Indoor & Outdoor Painting15170 Northumberland Highway, BurgessFriday - Monday 7

It happened hereby Larry S. ChowningGeorge Snediker of Gravesend, Long Island, and CharlesDoughty of Fairhaven, New Jersey, are considered by many asthe two men who successfully introduced pound nets to the ChesapeakeBay region around 1870.The first recorded use of the stationary stake pound net in Americawas in 1849 when the nets were being employed in New Englandwaters near Old Saybrook, Connecticut. It should be notedthat Native Americans made smaller variations of pound nets outof sticks and vines.Captain Henry Fitzgerald constructed a net on the ChesapeakeBay in 1858 but it was improperly set. It was so unsuccessful that itwas soon taken up.Snediker and Doughty were highly successful with their nets atNew Point in Mathews County and introduced the net to fishermenin that region.A pound net is a stationary net attached to poles that are shovedinto the mud bottom of rivers and bay. The nets have a hedgingor leader attached to a line of wooden poles that directs fish intoa big heart-shaped bay which, in turn, directs fish into a smallerheart-shaped bay through a funnel, and into the head or pocket thatcaptures and contains the fish.Although there are different variations of pound nets used to harvestfish, most watermen use a skiff and dip net to go inside thepocket to corral the fish. It is an extremely efficient way of catchingfish, particularly if nets are set in good fishing locations. Every riveron the bay had a pound net at one time or another.The last pound net fisherman on the Piankatank River was RobertMajor of Stormont. Major fished three nets and learned the businessfrom his father. He stopped fishing around 1970.Major was recently going through his garage when he found a relicused by his father Johnny, his uncle Berlin, and his brother Hubertto clean barnacles off the pound net poles while the poles were stillin the water. The tool was shaped similar to tongs with scissor-likehandles. The base is a circular shape to fit around the pound pole. Thetongs were lowered to the bottom of the pole and pulled up and downover the poles using the handles. When the metal base of the tongsscraped across the pole, it knocked barnacles off.The tool was used primarily in the fall. “They fished pound netsin the spring and fall in brackish water,” said Robert Major. “Theytook the nets up in the summer but left the stakes. The stakes wouldget a lot of barnacles on them over the summer. Before they put thenets back in the fall, they’d clean barnacles off so it would not tearthe nets.“Old man Guy Williams more than likely made the tool,” saidMajor. “He was a jack-of-all-trades. He was a blacksmith, boatbuilderand carpenter in Saluda. Old man Guy was quite a character.He chewed tobacco and he was a good boatbuilder. He builtdeadrise skiffs.“When I fished the Piankatank River it was one of the mostenjoyable times of my life,” Major said. “Sometimes I made moremoney fishing than I did with my carpentry work because carpentrywages weren’t too good in the 1960s.“We caught shad, perch and herring in the spring and rockfishand halibut (flat fish) in the fall,” he said. “There were times whenI’d catch three or four hundred pounds of halibut, and I’d get twentycents a pound. That was good money.”“My daddy taught me how to set and work the nets,” Major said.“I’d cut pine stacks from the wood down there at Piankatank Shoresand drag them behind my truck to where my boat was. I fished in a22-foot wooden skiff that I bought from a New Point waterman.“I never used that (barnacle scraping) tool, but it must have had8-to-10-foot handles to get to the bottom of the stakes,” he said. “Iwas the last pound net fisherman on the Piankatank River. I was thelast idiot, but nobody enjoyed anything any more than I did when Iwas fishing. I’d still be doing it if there were any fish to catch.”Urbanna - 3 bedroom, 2 bathbeautifully maintained, ready tomove-in ranch on large cornerlot. Walk to town of Urbanna.$223,900Topping - This home hasit all! Indoor swimmingpool, 2 acre pond with boatlift, 4 car garage on over31 acres. Great for horses.$1,600,000.Call us for all of yourreal estate needs!10880 P General Puller Hwy., Hartfield (804) 776-6044Gloucester - Amazing views of thePiankatank. 3 Bedroom Cape. Largecorner lot. Community amenities:boat ramp and pier. Priced to Sell at$219,000Gloucester-This Georgeous3359 sq.ft. 6 Bedroom3.5 Bath home isin the heart of Gloucester.Move-in ready. This homehas been well maintainedin a quiet neighborhood.Attached 2-car garage,open floor plan on largelot. $379,000CALL TODAY!!!River Run - 4.697 acres ready tobuild on this large lot in a great areaof Middlesex. $92,500Marguerithe HaasnootBroker804-776-6044Dianne McNameeAssociate Broker804-240-3288dbmcnamee@gmail.comDonna BaileyRealtor804-839-2020debailey514@gmail.com10

❶Rivah Life1. From left, Christina Flear, Nicole Schwien,Stephanie Flear and Vincent Flear plunge intoStratford Harbour waters near Montross.❺2. A flock of feathered friends sits on top ofa houseboat at Walden’s Marina on BroadCreek.3. A beautiful sunset on the RappahannockRiver.4. Tanner Hurst, 12, checks his crab pots on theWare River.5. A blue heron snatches his dinner out ofthe Rappahannock River near Grey’s PointCampground.❷❹❸@ 11

sailing lessons:a summer adventure leadingto a lifetime of experiencesThe Optimist is the most popular type of racing sailboat for juniors upto 15 years of age.by shannon riceSo you’ve come to the Rivah and naturallythe first thing you want to do is hit thewater. You want to enjoy the tranquility ofa natural environment, but find the jet skisand motorized boats too closely resemble thehustle and bustle of the busy highway youleft behind. Still, you want an exhilaratingwater experience.Finally, you find your vessel. It’s majesticyet serene. It’s a sailboat, and you’ve got tohave one.But what type of boat do you get? Whatdoes starboard mean? How do you dock it?“It’s much easier than you think with alittle instruction,” says Arabella Denvir, sailinginstructor and owner of Premier SailingSchool in Irvington. Denvir grew up in thesailing community of Kinsale, Ireland.“I started when I was eight [years old] andI was terrified,” said Denvir. “At 10, I wentback and loved every sense of it.”With extensive cruising and racing experience,Denvir and her late husband, Philip,provided sailing instruction in Ireland, England,France and the Mediterranean Islandof Malta before coming to the U.S. PremierSailing School was established at The TidesInn in 1998 and its instructors are Premiergraduates. The school offers courses to childrenas young as age 6 to adult, including aU.S. Keelboat Certificate Program.“For both the children and the adults, themost important thing in the beginning isconfidence-building,” says Denvir.Before you begin any type of instruction,you need a boat.“This is totally subjective,” says BradSindle, sailing instructor at Norton SailingSchool in Deltaville. “There are as manytypes of sailboats as there are desires for theuse of that particular “perfect” boat. I havetaught couples whose first sailboat was a46-footer though many of us started as kidsin a Laser or an Optimist Pram.”In general, sailboats are distinguished bysize, hull configuration, keel type, numberof sails, use and purpose. The Optimist isusually the go-to boat for junior sailors, saysDenvir. A level up is the Sunfish which is oneof the most popular. The Laser is similar tothe Sunfish but higher performance, accordingto Denvir. Then there are Keelboatswhich can hold several passengers and cancontain in-board diesel engines.Both Denvir and Sindle insist you canlearn to sail on any type of boat. However,Denvir’s personal favorite for beginners isthe Sunfish.“In a smaller boat like this you learn thosefinesses. You use your body and physicallyfeel the movements of the boat. And the Sunfishis totally usable all around for recreationand racing,” says Denvir.Doug Power, commodore of theRappahannock River Yacht Club prefers aCat Boat.“It has one sail to deal with, but all thebasic skills are the same,” says Power.Not ready to commit to purchasing aboat? Many of the sailing schools have theirown fleet available for courses.Once you have chosen a vessel, it’s helpfulto learn the lingo of sailing.“One should know the names of the basicparts of the boat, the sails, and standard nauticalterms associated with the sport. This isespecially true in boats having more than justthe skipper onboard. A sailing crewmembershould know what the captain is talking aboutwhen he asks you to “trim the jib” or “hoistthe main halyard” or “sit to windward” etc.,”says Sindle.Sailing has had a language all its own andthe jargon is one of the most intimidatingfactors for beginning sailors. (See sidebar)For those who find even the condensed list abit daunting, rest assured.“We really play that down especially in thePremier Sailing School in Irvington offers instruction to children asyoung as six. Adult certification courses are also offered. The schoolfeatures a fleet of sailboats including J24s, Cal 30 and Catalina 30 forits adult courses.Recoveringfrom acapsizedboat is justpart of thelearningexperience.

eginning. It just happens automatically.You learn it by actually goingthrough it,” says Denvir.After learning the vocabulary, it’stime to start sailing.“One should understand thebasics of sailing, how to make theboat go where you want, how to readchannel markers, several importantknots, and the basic rules ofthe road, meaning who is expectedto change course when two vesselsare approaching each other,” saysSindle.Aside from learning how to riga boat, most of the instruction actuallytakes place on the water, saysDenvir. At Premier, students practicea particular skill each day. Basicskills include learning to sail awayfrom the mooring, trimming thesails, knowing the points of sailing,anchoring the boat, picking up a manoverboard, docking the boat, andand learning to tie the right knots.Learning how to fly the spinnaker,gybe, sail faster, put your weight inthe right place and work your crewto get the most out of the boat areamong the list of advanced skills.“There are skills required to sail,but mostly it takes common senseand focus,” says Powers.As for the fear of docking, Denvirsays, “Do not be afraid of big boatsand docking. It’s only a little bit moredifficult than parking your car.”As for sailing, Denvir insists it’ssomething you have to experience tounderstand and encourages everyoneto do so.Denvir says, “Just go for it. It’s avery happy, exhilarating, confidencebuildingsport. It’s a sport for life.”The Northern Neck and MiddlePeninsula are home to manysailing schools and boating clubs thatprovide lessons to children and adultsin a variety of formats, including:Nortons Sailing School50 Marina Road, Deltaville776-9211Offers fully sanctioned American Sailing Association classesto both beginners and advanced students.Stingray Pt. Sailing School18355 Puller Highway, Deltaville909-2655ASA certified training facility offering sailing instructionfrom Introduction to Sailing to Advanced Coastal Cruising.Premier Sailing School744 Saint Andrews Lane, Weems438-9300Professional sailing school recognized by US Sailing to teach Keelboat CertificationProgram. Options include US Sailing Certification Courses for Adults, Family SailingCourses, Sailing Courses for Children & Teenagers, Corporate sailing afternoons& special events and Premier Women’s Sailing Club.Yankee Point Racing and Cruising Club734 Oak Hill Road, Lancaster462-0006Club offering various seminars throughout the year.How to work your crew to get the most out of the boat are among thelist of advanced sailing skills.Rappahannock River Yacht Club100 Rappahannock Road438-6650Junior Sailing Beginner’s Week is August 6-10.DiscoverBoating.comhas compiled a listof sailing termseveryone should know:Aft - the back of a boat, also known as the stern.Bow - the front of the boat.Port - the left-hand side of the boat when you are facing the bow.Starboard - the right-hand side of the boat when you are facingthe bow.Leeward - also known as lee, the direction opposite to the way thewind is currently blowing.Windward - the direction in which the wind is currently blowing.Boom - the horizontal pole which extends from the bottom of themast. Adjusting the boom towards the direction of the wind is how thesailboat is able to harness wind power in order to move forward or backwards.Rudder - located beneath the boat, the rudder is a flat piece ofwood, fiberglass, or metal that is used to steer the ship. Larger sailboatscontrol the rudder via a wheel, while smaller sailboats will have a steeringmechanism directly aft.Tacking - basic sailing maneuver, turning the bow of the boatthrough the wind so that the wind changes from one side of the boat tothe other side.Jibing - the opposite of tacking, this basic sailing maneuver refersto turning the stern of the boat through the wind so that the wind changesfrom one side of the boat to the other side.Safety should always come first when sailing. Common sense such as not anchoring inrough waters could have prevented this boat from landing on Dameron Marsh last year.Denvir says sailors should be self-sufficient and not count on others to rescue them.

All area codes are (804) unlessotherwise listed.Essex■ Rappahannock RiverGarrett’s Marina339 Catch Penny Ln.Bowler’s Wharf 443-2573At Buoy 19 on RappahannockRiver. Gas, ship’s store, enginerepair, boat sales, launchingramp, restrooms, showers andboat storage.Harborside Storageat Garrett’s Marina339 Catch Penny Ln.Bowler’s Wharf 443-0190Fully enclosed dry stack andopen dry stack storage.June Parker Marina531 Church Ln.Tappahannock 443-2131High/dry storage, ship’sstore, boat ramp, and slips. Gasand on-demand diesel.Gloucester■ GlennsFriday’s Marine14879 Geo. Wash. Hwy.Glenns 758-4131Suzuki outboard enginessales and repair. Most outboardsserviced, marine store.■ Perrin RiverCrown Pointe Marina9737 Cook’s Landing Rd.Hayes 642-6177On Perrin River off York River.Yamaha dealer, Valvtect gas,diesel, ice, bait, pumpout,ship’s store, 20-ton travel lift,restrooms, showers, ramp, fishcleaning station. Fishing charters,two pools, 235 slips plustransient slips.■ Rowes CreekHoliday Marina3143 Holiday Marina Rd.Hayes 642-2528On Rowes Creek off theSevern River. Diesel, ice, showers,restrooms, transient slips,marine parts, full service marina,hull repair, 60-ton lift, ramp.■ Sarah’s CreekJordan Marine Service7804 Jordan Rd.Gloucester Point 642-4360On Sarah’s Creek off the YorkRiver. Sewage pumpout, 12-ton14 and 60-ton travel lifts, 100-tonrailway, paint and hull repairs,wet and dry storage, showersand restrooms.York River Yacht Haven8109 Yacht Haven Rd.Gloucester Point 642-2156At mouth of Sarah’s Creekafter green marker #9. Gas, diesel,10 ft. depth at fuel dock,sewage pumpout, ship’s store,ice, hull and engine repair, fullservice yard or do-it-yourself.35 and 60 ton lifts, car rentalnearby, showers, restrooms,pool and picnic area, transientslips.■ Severn RiverSevern River Marina3398 Stonewall Rd.Hayes 642-6969On southwest branch ofSevern River near marker #4,off Mobjack Bay. Full service repairswith 75-ton travel lift, wetand dry storage, ship’s store,transient facilities and otheramenities.Lancaster■ Carter’s CreekCarter’s Cove Marina347 Carter’s Cove Dr.Weems 438-5273Deep water slips, electricservice to all slips, sewagepumpout, laundry facilities,restrooms, modern bath house,wireless internet.Marina at The Tides InnRivah MarinasCrown Pointe Marina is on the Perrin River in Hayes.480 King Carter Dr.Irvington 438-5000Gas/diesel, sewage pumpout,mini ship’s store, showers,laundry, dining, lodging, slips,restrooms, access to golf, tennisand swimming pools.www.tidesinn.comRappahannock Yachts/Sanders Yacht Yard70 Rappahannock Rd.Irvington 438-5353Located on Carter’s Creek.Full service boatyard for powerand sail. 30-ton travel lift, carpentryand engine shop. Paintshed for Awlgrip/restorationprojects. Slips, dry storage,restrooms and showers.www.rappyachts.com■ Indian CreekChesapeake Boat Basin1686 Waverly Ave.Kilmarnock 435-3110Gas/diesel, complete ship’sstore, inboard/outboard enginerepairs, Suzuki, Mercury,Nauticstar and Boston Whalerdealer, brokerage sales, slips,restrooms, launching ramp, iceand swimming pool.www.chesapeakeboatbasin.com■ Meyer CreekYankee Point SailboatMarina1303 Oak Hill Rd.Lancaster 462-7018In Ottoman near the MerryPoint Ferry. Gas/diesel, pumpout, restaurant, swimming pool,boat brokerage, rental cottages,ship’s store, repairs, slips,restrooms, ramp.www.yankeepointmarina.com■ Rappahannock RiverWindmill Point Marina40 Windjammer Ln.White Stone 436-1818Fuel docks, deep water slips.Electric service, pump out,restrooms, swimming poolsand restaurant with tiki bar andgrill.www.liveatwindmillpoint.comMathews■ Cobbs CreekGinney Point Marina22 Ginney Point Ln.Cobbs Creek 725-7407At Piankatank River andCobbs Creek; depth at fueldock, 5.5’; gas, diesel and oil;ramp, ice, toilets and showers,electric boat for charter. Engine,hull, electrical and sail repairs;slip rental, wet, dry, openand covered boat storage; limitedmarine supplies, one rentalapartment.■ Davis CreekThe Marina on Davis Creek343 Davis Creek Rd.Bavon 725-3343Located by the water, northwestof New Point Light just offthe Mobjack Bay; Lat.37-19.8’N Long.76-17.9’ W. Deep waterslips for boats to 50’, pump outstation, ramp usage with dry sliprental, showers and restrooms,Valvtect gas and diesel.■ Horn HarborHorn Harbor Marina308 Railway Rd.Port Haywood 725-3223Located north of NewPoint Comfort. Gas, diesel,ice, 6’ depth. Pool, showers,restrooms, pumpout; 15-tontravel lift, 80-ton railway. Hullrepairs for fiberglass and wood.Covered and open slips.■ East RiverCompass Marina6199 East River Rd.Mobjack 725-7999From East River at MobjackBay, enter at the #5 Daymark.Floating docks, in-slip pumpout,up to twin 50 amp electricalservice, bathhouse, 17 slipsfor boats up to 50’, dredged to8’ MLW.Zimmerman Marine59 Heron Point Rd.Cardinal 725-3440On the west side of the EastRiver, at navigation marker 13;engine, hull, electrical and radiorepairs; can haul power boatsup to 55’ and sailboats up to60’ and 35 tons. No dockage ormarina services.■ Milford HavenMorningstar Marina249 Mill Point Rd.Hudgins 725-9343Next to the Milford HavenCoast Guard Station, Gwynn’sIsland. Gas and oil, fuel dockdepth, 4’. Engine repairs, bottompainting, ship’s store, ice,bait and fishing supplies. Sewagepumpout, dry storage only.Picnic area, bathhouse, rentalapartment.www.morningstarmarinas.com■ North RiverMobjack Bay Marina454 Marina Rd.North 725-7245On Blackwater Creek nearmarker #2. Gas, diesel, fueldock, low tide depth—4’. Primarilya sailboat marina. Repairs tohulls, electrical systems, minorengine repairs, bottom painting.20-ton travel lift. Dockage,boat ramp, dry storage, sewagepumpout, showers, restrooms,ship’s store.■ Queen’s Creek

MarinasQueen’s Creek Marina321 Walnut Acres Ln.Hudgins 240-8670Sail and powerboat slips,some covered, electric, freshwater. Clubhouse, restrooms,showers, ice, covered picnicarea, play area, fish cleaningstation, pumpout station. Landboat/trailer storage.Middlesex■ Broad CreekChesapeake Cove Marina170 Greens Cove Rd.Deltaville 776-6855Gas and diesel fuel, sewagepumpout, ship’s store, hulland engine repair, restrooms,Finatic fishing charters, travellift and prop service. Powerboatsales.Coastal Marine Inc.160 Dockside Dr.Deltaville 776-6585Full service boatyard for powerand sail, 50-ton travel-lift,engine and mechanical shop,specializes in repair of Mercuryoutboards, Crusader enginesrepair and service.Deltaville Yachting Center18355 Gen. Puller Hwy.Deltaville 776-9898Gas, ship’s store, clubhouse,pool, hull refinishing/painting,engine repairs and installation,full rigging service, a/c andheat install and repair, boatel,yard storage, slips, forklift,50-ton travel lift. ChesapeakeYacht Sales; dealer for Catalinayachts, Mainship Trawlers andCarolina classic powerboats. VAclean marina.www.dycboat.comChesapeakeYacht SalesNorton Yacht Sales, Inc.97 Marina Dr.Deltaville 776-9211Slips, fuel, pumpouts,restrooms, laundry, full serviceyacht repair yard, Yanmar dieselengine repairs, 35 ton travellift, dealer for Hunter and Jeanneausailboats, brokerage sailand power, ASA sailing school,sail charters.www.nortonyachts.comNorview Marina18691 Gen. Puller Hwy.Deltaville 776-6463Gas and diesel, sewagepumpout, ship’s store, boatel,hull and engine repair,restrooms, boat ramp, swimmingpool, laundromat, conveniencemarket, travel lift,forklift, Delta boat sales andbrokerage.Regatta Point YachtingCenter137 Neptune Ln.Deltaville 776-8400Open and covered slips to70’, clubhouse, conferenceroom, pool, private bathrooms,laundry, pumpout, 30 transientslips for individuals/groups,wireless internet access, concretefloating docks.www.doziermarine.comwww.waterwayguide.comRappahannock MarineService141 Hamble Ln.Deltaville 776-7574Full service boat yard. 30-ton travel lift, boat forklift, hauland launch, quick haul, bottompainting, engine and transmissionrepair and replacements,winterizations, wooden boatrepairs.rmsboatyard.com1997 Luhrs 32 $64,9502000 Catalina 34 $82,5002009 Mainship Trawler 31 SOLD!1984 Nautical Development 40 $69,900Owners: Lew & Onna GrimmLarge Inventory Used Power & Sail Boats(804) 776-9898 www.cysboat.comStingray Point Boat Works19047 Gen. Puller Hwy.Deltaville 776-7070All kinds of maintenance,dockage and storage isavailable.Stingray Point Marina19167 Gen. Puller Hwy.Deltaville 776-7272Ship’s store, hull and enginerepair, restrooms, travellift, boat storage and annualrentals.Walden’s Marina1224 Timberneck Rd.Deltaville 776-944075 covered and open boatslips, ship’s store, gas and dieselfuel, restrooms, pumpout16 fDeltaville Yachting CenterBOATEL • SLIPS • SERVICE • BOATYARDOwners: Lew & Onna Grimmwww.dycboat.com (804) 776-989818355 General Puller Hwy., DeltavilleSend your photos of peoplehaving fun at the Rivah!Rivah@rrecord.comBobby’s Marine Service, Inc.Serving The Northern Neck and Celebrating our 50 th Year!With complete Repair Service including Dockside Service, offeringthe highest quality boats, parts and motors. We stock Nissan Marine,Tohatsu, Evinrude and offer drop shipping on all Nissan Motors under 25 HP. Deltaville, Va. Green’s Cove Rd. 15

Marinasf 15facility, full-service boatyard,hull and engine repair, ice, transientspace, travel lift.■ Fishing BayChesapeake Boat Works548 Deagles Rd.Deltaville 776-8833Ship’s store, hull and enginerepair, restrooms, travel lift,railway and boat storage.Fishing Bay Harbor Marina519 Deagles Rd.Deltaville 776-6800Gas and diesel, sewagepumpout, ship’s store, modernrestrooms, swimming pool, laundromat,bicycles, Wi-Fi, ValvTectmarine fuel, floating and fixed,open and covered slips.■ Jackson CreekDeltaville Boat Yard274 Bucks View Ln.Deltaville 776-8900Hull and engine repair, drystorage, fiberglass repair, carpentrywork, travel lift, full riggingservices, full service yard.Deltaville Marina274 Bucks View Ln.Deltaville 776-9812Gas and diesel, sewagepumpout, ship’s store,restrooms, swimming pool, laundromat,yacht repair services.■ LaGrange CreekRemlik Marina andDanny’s Marine Services485 Burch Rd.Urbanna 758-5450Full-service boatyard, hulland engine repairs, ship’sstore, pumpout, 30-ton travellift, swimming pool, restrooms,onshore winter storage, gas, 99covered slips.■ Locklies CreekLocklies Marina784 Locklies Creek Rd.Topping 758-2871Gas and diesel fuel, ship’sstore, dry storage, charter boatsmoor at the facility, restrooms,two launching ramps, boat rentals,picnic tables.Regent Point Marinaand Boatyard Inc.317 Regent Point Dr.Topping 758-4457Boaters’ BoutiqueSailboats only. Sewagepumpout, restrooms, showers,boat ramp for leaseholders,playground, covered picnicarea, storage lockers, and fullservice boatyard including haulingand ground storage.www.regentpointmarina.com■ Rappahannock RiverBoatyard at Christchurch1228 Crafton Quarter Rd.Saluda 758-4067Boatel, 30-ton travel lift, boatrentals for day fishing, gas,dry storage, ship’s store, bait,bathhouse, launch, ramp, hullCan we offer you a lift?Urbanna, Va.(804) 758-1099 or (800) 718-5737www.eastcoastboatlifts.comBoat Lift Featuresand mechanical repair.■ Robinson CreekSunset Point Marina792 Burrell’s Marina Rd.Urbanna 758-501640 slips on Robinson Creek,hand made rockfish, flounderand trout tackle on sale,restrooms and bath houses,pumpout facilities, ramp, picnictables, ice, gas grills and EastCoast houseboats sales andmanufacturing.■ Urbanna CreekDozier’s Port UrbannaBoat Lift TypesYachting Center1 Waterfront St.Urbanna 758-0000Hull and engine repair,restrooms, outside boat storagefacilities, limited transientdockage. Groceries and downtownUrbanna within walkingdistance. Covered slips to 70’,clubhouse and 40-ton lift.Urbanna Creek Marinaat the Bridge10 Watling St.Urbanna (540) 226-5357Adjacent to Urbanna CreekBridge. 44 slips, bath andClothing, Hats& Accessories…for the fun of it!Hidden Inside Deltaville Yachting Center Ships’ StoreMon. – Sat. 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. 804-776-9898• Aluminum or GalvanizedSteel Construction• Stainless Steel Cables• GFCI Protected Motors• Enclosed Covers• Standard & Custom Design• Optional Remote Controls• Aluminum Overhead Beam (NEW)• Galvanized Overhead Beam• Low Profi le• Jet Ski Lifts(rotation & standard)• Boathouse• Boat Lift Replacement Parts(motors, switches, cable, beams, etc.)Since 1948 • Full Service Yard • ABYC804-776-9211 • Deltaville, VANew Sales and Pre-Owned Sail & Power16

Marinasshower facilities, restaurant access,apartment complex foryearly rental.Urbanna Town Marina210 Oyster Rd.Urbanna 758-5440At foot of Virginia St. 32 slips,16 transient. Bath and showerfacilities, laundry, bikes andgolf cart rentals, pumpout station,handicapped accessible.Northumberland■ Coan RiverCoan River Marina3170 Lake Rd.Lottsburg 529-6767Deep water slips with easyaccess to bay and river. Gas/diesel, sewage pumpout, ship’sstore, laundry, restrooms, fullrepairs, 25-ton travelift.Lewisetta Marina410 Church Ln.Lottsburg 529-7299Gas/diesel, pumpout, ship’sstore, ice, hull and engine repair,restrooms, ramp.■ Cockrell’s CreekBuzzards Point Marina468 Buzzard Point Rd.Reedville 453-3545Restrooms, showers, gas/diesel, ice, pumpout service,70 in-water slips, dry storage,Wi-Fi, Tangier Island ferry service,picnic area.Fairport Marina252 Polly Cove Rd.Fairport 453-5002Gas/diesel, ship’s store andrestaurant, restrooms.Reedville Marina902 Main St.Reedville 453-6789At Crazy Crab on Cockrell’sCreek, boat slips, gas/diesel,showers, pumpout, Wi-Fi, giftshop, restaurant with inside/outside dining, 30 and 50 ampelectric.■ Great Wicomico RiverGreat Wicomico RiverMarina836 Horn Harbor Rd.Burgess 580-0716■ Little Wicomico RiverChesapeake Bay Camp-Resort382 Campground Rd.Reedville 453-3430Covered slips, store, showers,swimming pool, mini-golf,pavilion, Sun. breakfast. Overnightor annual slip rentals.Cabins, lodges, tent, RV sites.Cockrell’s Marine Railway309 Railway Dr.Heathsville 453-3560Hull and engine repair, sewagepumpout, ramp.Smith Point Marina989 Smith Point Rd.Reedville 453-4077Full service, covered and uncoveredslips, ramp, forklift and12-ton travel lift, camping, bathhouse,laundry, ship’s store.Transients welcome. Wi-Fi. Onemile to the bay.www.smithpointmarina.com■ Lodge CreekOlverson’s Lodge CreekMarina Inc.1161 Melrose Rd.Lottsburg 529-6868Gas/diesel, pumpout, ramp,sand beach, heated pool, laundry,restrooms/showers, boatwith trailer storage, covered18 f16314 Gen. Puller Hwy.DeltavilleBAYCANVASCustomBoat InteriorsNot Mobile?The Motor DoctorGrid MichalWe do what we say we’re going to dowhen we say we’re going to do it.Call me.804-776-6284Fax: 804-776-6495(804) 436-2601gridmichal@gmail.comCUSTOM YACHT CANVAS 11 Years Best of Bay Winner“BEST CANVAS SHOP”– Chesapeake Bay MagazineWHITE STONE(804) 435-7229 DELTAVILLE(804) 776-7044 17

Marinasf 17and open slips, transientswelcome.■ Towles CreekIngram Bay Marina545 Harveys Neck Rd.Heathsville 580-7292Near Wicomico Church. Coveredslips up to 48’, outsideslips up to 60’. Transient slips,rental cabins, banquet facilities.Gas/diesel, sewage pumpout,ship’s store, tackle/bait shop,deep boat ramp, restrooms,showers, beach. Fishing charters,cruises (dinner, sunsetor destination), boat/canoerentals.www.captbillyscharters.com■ Yeocomico RiverKrantz Marine Railway3048 Harryhogan Rd.Callao 529-6851Pumpout, ship’s store, hardwareand marine suppliesonly, hull and engine repair,restrooms, slip rentals.Richmond■ Morattico CreekWhelan’s Marina3993 Hales Point Rd.Farnham 394-9500Gas, ship’s store, boat repairs,launching ramp, ABCoff, restrooms/showers, salesof boat and engines, YamahaWave Runners, travel lift.www.whelansmarina.comWestmoreland■ Mattox CreekStepp’s Harbor View Marina277 Harbor View CircleOak Grove 224-9265Slip rentals, showers, pool,store, snack bar, boat sales andrepairs, fuel, sewage pumpout.■ Monroe BayBayside Marina11 Monroe Bay Ave.Colonial Beach 224-757040-slip marina, close todowntown Colonial Beach. Newbathhouse and clubroom. LighthouseRestaurant. Transientswelcome.www.baysidemarina.comNightingale’s Moteland Marina101 Monroe Bay Ave.Colonial Beach 224-7956Transient slips, restrooms,restaurant next door, motel18 accommodations.Stanford’s Marinaand Railway829 Robin Grove Ln.Colonial Beach 224-7644Working boatyard, slip rentals,haul and lift, wooden boatrepairs, marine store.Monroe Bay Marina551 Lafayette St.Colonial Beach 224-754495 rental slips, water andelectric, bathrooms, on-sitesecurity.Winkie Doodle Point Marina554 Lafayette St.Colonial Beach 224-956065 rental slips, bathrooms,water and electric.■ Potomac RiverColonial Beach Yacht Center1787 Castlewood Dr.Colonial Beach 224-7230200-slip marina with coveredand floating berths, transientswelcome, fuel, ship’s store,boat yard with 30-ton marinelift, sewage pumpout, bathhouse,beach, playground, pub,restaurant.Westmoreland State Park1650 State Park Rd.Montross 493-8821Public boat ramp, gas, ice,bait and fishing supplies.■ Yeocomico RiverKinsale Harbour Yacht Cluband Restaurant285 Kinsale Rd.Kinsale 472-2514Deep water slips, showers,swimming pool, tennis court,and restaurant. Transientswelcome.Port Kinsale Marinaand Resort347 Allen Point Ln.Kinsale 472-2044106 slips. Store, fuel, electric,laundry, bath houses, sliprentals, boat ramp, sewagepumpout, pool, laundry, lodging.The Mooring Restaurant.Full-service marina with mechanicalservices.White Point Marina175 Marina Dr.Kinsale 472-2977Slip rentals, fuel, sewagepumpout, showers, haul-out/railway facilities, service.Racing boats torun July 28 onUrbanna CreekURBANNA—A demonstrationof “Cocktail Class” smallboat races will be held Saturday,July 28, at 10 a.m. on UrbannaCreek.These wooden boats are about10 feet long. There are twoengine classes, 6 or 8 horsepower,with a top speed ofabout 18 and 26 miles per hour,respectively.The boat racing demonstrationwill be held near the UrbannaTown Marina at Upton’s Point.Test rides will be available andthere will be information on kitsto build a low-cost racer.Plans are being made to holda race in Urbanna next spring.The boats travel around markersin races that last about 2minutes.A video can be viewed atwww.vimeo.com/30987190.Visit www.ccwbra.com formore information.Visit us at: 42 Jacks Place, Deltaville, VAFind us online at: brownsmarine.comHonda OutboardsYamaha OutboardsEvinrude/Johnson PAC DealerVentureSend your photos of peoplehaving fun at the Rivah!Rivah@rrecord.comMagic Tilt

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Junior Rangers coming& C ustom StainlessSteel FabricationPhone: (804) 694-7561Come see us at www.phase2marinecanvas.comSend us your Rivah recipesto Rivah@rrecord.comto Belle Isle State ParkSOMERS—Junior Rangers willuse all of their senses to explorenature July 31 through August 2 atBelle Isle State Park.Participants will catch bugs andnotice their shapes and colors, findout how animals use scent, explorethe textures of nature, improve naturelistening, taste some healthy snacks,and observe the beauty of nature allaround them, said chief ranger interpreterCharlene Talcott. Lessons arereinforced with games and crafts totake home.The program will be led jointlyby Lancaster and NorthumberlandExtension agent Tara Brent and Talcott.“I’m excited that we are partneringwith 4-H on this fun program,”said Talcott. “Kids will learn how toimprove their listening and observationskills while learning how animalsuse their senses to survive. Each day,4-H will provide healthy snacks thattie in to that day’s lesson.”The fee is $5 per day. The programwill extend from 9 a.m. tonoon. Those who attend all threedays will receive a certificate. Thisprogram is designed for ages 5 to9, but older children may attend.Adults attending with their childrendo not pay a fee.To register, call Belle Isle StatePark at 462-5030.M a r i n a & R e s t a u r a n tServing the Boating & DiningCommunity for over 25 yearsBreakfast, Lunch & DinnerFriday & Saturday • 7:30 am to 8 pmSunday • 7:30 am to 2:00 pmPrivate Membership DocksDeep Water Slips AvailableRunabout to 60 ft.Reasonable RatesCome By Car - Come By Boat285 Kinsale Road, Kinsale, VA • 804-472-2514 Visit us soon!If the power goes outwill you be ready?No more worries of blackouts, brownouts or weather relatedoutages. Just peace of mind that 24 hours a day, 7 days a week,your home and family are protected against electrical failure. Summer Specials (while supplies last)HURD’s, INC.START RIGHT. START HERE. Models Available:7kw - 150 kwGENERATORInstallation & ServiceWesley Hatchell, Sr.804-758-0357Cell: 804-347-9843 21

Fishing in recent weeks hasprovided challenges, yet localwaters yielded a mixed bag of success.Water temperatures continueto bounce in the low 80s.Fishing offers more diversity forthose willing to travel as catchesare spread throughout the region.Flounder fishing has beenimproving. Fishing efforts havebeen widespread. Several locationshave been providing actionincluding The Cell (Buoy 41, Buoy42 area), the Rappahannock Rivermouth, the Tangier flats, SmithPoint and along numerous channeledges.Creel limits can be attained butcareful catch and release is necessaryto weed through the smallerfish. Drifting large strips of squid,flounder belly or spot fillets havebeen enticing bites. Live baitofferings, whether a small spot ora large bull minnow, are producingBilly PipkinThe Fishing Linewell. Some anglers prefer to trollvery slowly with a bottom bumperrig. Fish finder rigs also work wellfor us.Croaker fishing also has beenimproving slightly. The main areasof effort have been along the mainshipping channel. Both the easternand western edges have producedthis week. In bay waters, the besthauls have come from 45 to 60 feetof water. Locations holding structuresuch as grasses have yieldedgreater catches in both size andnumber.The lower Rappahannock Riverhas been holding good numbersof croaker with the more shallowlocations offering up the largestfish.Anglers will find that whenchumming, large croaker are oftencaught in the mix.Bluefish action remains fair onthe S.W. Middle Grounds. Therehave been 1- to 4-pound specimenslanding in the coolers upthere. A large Taylor blue is primefor smoking on the grill. Try slappinga few fillets on the smokerwith a little dry rub and peppercornseasoning.Trolling action has pickedup along the western shorelinebut remains scattered. From thePiankatank River up to WindmillPoint there have been schools ofmixed blues and Spanish mackerel.The fish are relatively modestin size with some larger specimenshitting the rails.Spanish mackerel have beencaught locally, but have yet toshow up in the abundance found atthe mouth of the bay. The westernside of the shipping channel fromthe Rappahannock River mouthup to the Great Wicomico Riverhas been offering up a few of thespeedsters mixed in with the smallbluefish. A faster six- to sevenknottrolling speed will entice themackerel to bite.Speckled trout remain activein creeks and marshy areas. Interestfor trout is growing strongeramong sea kayaking enthusiasts.Several folks are renting kayaksfrom Ingram Bay Marina and arefishing the local flats. We’ve seenseveral successful outings forcroaker and trout on fly rods andlight spinning tackle.When you experience a challengingtime of slow fishing,remember, “Patience is bitter butits fruit is sweet.”Until next time…fair winds.Capt. Billy Pipkin owns and operatesCapt. Billy’s Charters andIngram Bay Marina in WicomicoChurch —580-7292. For the latestfishing information and tips, readhis column “The Fishing Line”weekly in the RappahannockRecord.Robert G. Rowe of Gloucesterdisplays the 5-lb., 6-oz., 29.5-inchcitation speckled trout he caughtin the North River on July 5. Heweighed the fish at The TackleShop at J&W Seafood in Deltaville.SpanishmackereltournamentslatedRegistrations are now beingaccepted for the 4th annual LancasterCounty Little League (LCLL) SpanishMackerel Fishing Tournament onAugust 18.Sponsored by Chesapeake BoatBasin, the tournament offers over$5,000 in prizes including a $2,500first prize, $1,000 second prize, $750third prize, $500 fourth prize and$250 fifth prize.“We have added a cash prize forour junior angler,” said tournamentdirector Kathy Pittman. “This issomething people have been askingfor so we are giving it to them.”The tournament includes a$25,000 prize sponsored by Tri-StarSupermarket for a Spanish mackerelbreaking the state record.Along with junior and lady anglerawards, a Calcutta will be offered atthe captain’s meeting.The entry fee is $175 per boat.Entries should be submitted toYCLC, c/o Kathy Pittman, 660Regina Road, Lancaster VA 22503,or call 724-9279.Call us!We always haveTruckload PricingWe feature high-quality Andersen® products.22

2012 Sizes and LimitsRecreational Fishing Regulations in Virginia’s Marine Waters Black DrumMinimum Size Limit: 16” Total LengthLimit: 1 Black Drum per person per day SpadefishMinimum Size Limit: NoneLimit: 4 Spadefish per person per day Blue CatfishMinimum Size Limit: NoneLimit: Only one over 32” Spanish MackerelMinimum Size Limit: 14” Total LengthLimit: 15 Spanish Mackerel per person per day BluefishMinimum Size Limit: NoneLimit: 10 Bluefish per person per day Speckled Trout (Spotted Sea Trout)Minimum Size Limit: 14” Total LengthLimit: 10 Speckled Trout per person per day Cobia (Bonita)Minimum Size Limit: 37” Total LengthLimit: 1 Cobia per person per day Grey Trout (Weakfish)Minimum Size Limit: 12” Total LengthLimit: 1 Grey Trout per day per person Striped Bass (Striper, Rockfish)Virginia Trophy Season, May 1–15Minimum Size Limit: 32”Possession Limit: 1 Rockfish per person per daySpring Season, May 16-June 15Minimum Size Limit: 18” | Maximum Size Limit **: 28”Limit: 2 Rockfish per person per day** One fish of the two fish limit may be 34” in length or largerFall Season, October 4-December 31No Rockfish between 28” and 34” may be kept1 Rockfish 34” or longer can be keptMinimum Size Limit: 18” | Maximum Size Limit: 28” Red Drum (Channel Bass)Minimum Size Limit: 18” Total LengthMaximum Size Limit: 26” Total LengthLimit: 3 Red Drum per person per day Summer Flounder (Fluke)Minimum Size Limit: 16.5”Limit: 4 Flounder per person per day SheepsheadMinimum Size Limit: noneLimit: 4 Sheepshead per person per day TautogMinimum Size Limit: 16”Limit: 3 Tautog per person per dayClosed Season: April 16 – September 23For information on the most current regulations, contact Virginia Marine Resources Commission, 2600 Washington Ave., P.O. Box 756, Newport News, Va. 23607: (757) 247-2200. VMRC “Hotline” number to reportviolations: (800) 541-4646. VMRC monitors VHF Channel 17. The VMRC website is www.mrc.state.va.us. Fish illustrations, courtesy Duane Raver, may not be reproduced without permission (919) 553-0280.

Where can you go in RivahCountry for a family friendlyexcursion or day of fun? Beloware listings of places that maybe of interest. All area codes are(804) unless otherwise listed.Air ExcursionBay AviationHummel FieldTopping 436-2977Animal FarmRiver Birch Animal Farm5952 Gen. Puller Hwy.Locust Hill 758-8814Open daily, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Freeadmission.Boat CruisesBay Water Excursions308 Railway Rd.Port Haywood 725-2876Boat tours on the ChesapeakeBay with USCG certified captain.Blue Sky Memories475-1066Chesapeake Bay and more.Sailing, cruising, tours and excursions.Adult and child instructionon your boat or ours, boat delivery,and consulting. LicensedCoast Guard Captains Ken andKaren Barber.www.blueskymemories.comCaptain Billy’s Charters/River Cruises580-7292Departing from Crazy Crab Restaurantevery Sat. evening. Privatecruises available.www.captbillyscharters.com“Claud W. Somers”504 Main St.Reedville 453-6529Sails twice each month on Sat.at 10:30 a.m.“Faded Glory”65 Tavern Rd.Irvington 438-6053Cruises aboard a classic ChesapeakeBay deadrise. Thurs.-Mon.evenings. Departs at 5 p.m. Onehour. Reservations required.Let’s Go Sailing!Urbanna 824-4006Day cruises, boat rides andlessons on “Free Spirit” byappointment.24 Mobjack SailingFoster 815-0144Day sails, island picnic cruises,sunset and moonlight sails.Potomac River ChartersColonial Beach 224-1400Departs from Colonial BeachTown Pier.Rappahannock River CruiseTappahannock 453-2628“Captain Thomas” travels toIngleside Vineyards.“Serenity”Yorktown (757) 710-1233A 65’ schooner offers two-hourcruises. Weekends only. Privatecharters, group reservations and“locals” specials.Smith Island Cruise382 Campground Rd.Reedville 453-3430Departs from ChesapeakeBay Camp-Resort. Reservationsrequired.Tangier Island Cruise468 Buzzard Point Rd.Reedville 453-2628Departs from Buzzard’s PointMarina.www.tangiercruise.comUrbanna CruisesUrbanna 366-1778Cruise local creeks and riversaboard a comfy, chartered pontoonboat. Also, float plane flying.Rivah DiversionsThe Irvington Farmers’ Market (above) is held the first Saturday of every month through December.www.urbannacruises.comVintage Yacht Tours4303 Irvington Rd.Irvington 438-5510Departs daily from the TidesInn or Carters Cove Marina.Boat RentalsBoatyard at Christchurch1228 Crafton Quarter Rd.Saluda 758-4067Near Christchurch School inMiddlesex.Ingram Bay Marina545 Harvey’s Neck Rd.Heathsville 580-729214–18” boats with 25 hp outboardmotors. Fishing licensesincluded in rental. Rod and reelrental at marina tackle shop.www.captbillyscharters.comTucker’s RecreationPark and Marine244 Barn Rd.Shacklefords 785-446416’ and 17’ open bow fiberglassboats with outboard motors.Fishing license included inrental.BowlingEvans Bowling Center34 Cralle Ct.Kilmarnock 435-3950River Lanes and Grill16 Town Centre Dr.Kilmarnock 436-9004Village Lanes7307 John Clayton Mem. Hwy.Gloucester 693-3720Camps for Kids4–H CampsContact local extension offices.Aylett Country Day SchoolPowcan Rd.Millers Tavern 443-3214Day camps June, July, Aug.Belle Isle State Park1632 Belle Isle Rd.Lancaster 462-5030Boys and Girls Clubof the Northern Neck517 Main St.Kilmarnock 435-2422Summer camps in 2-week sessions.Activities, field trips, swimming,arts and crafts, more.BridlewiseSummer Horse Camps12612 Gen. Puller Hwy.Hartfield 776-0606Camp offered by BridlewiseRiding Academy Day and BoardingCamp from beginner to advancedriders.Camp Piankatank1586 Stampers Bay Rd.Hartfield 776-9552Day and residential camps forages 7–17. Activities include sailing,rock wall, archery, swimmingand Bible study.Fun Factory Inc.202 Opal Ln.Montross 493-9518School age summer camp.Gloucester CountyParks and Recreation6467 Main St.Gloucester 693-2355Mathews County YMCA10746 Buckley Hall Rd.Mathews 725-1488Middlesex Family YMCA11487 Gen. Puller Hwy.Hartfield 776-8846Sailing camps, soccer camps,summer day camps.www.peninsulaymca.orgMissoulaChildren’s Theatre Camps(406)728-1911Week-long residency “starring”local students in a full-scalemusical.Northern Neck Family YMCA39 William B. Graham Ct.Kilmarnock 435-0223Weekly summer sessions.NorthumberlandFamily YMCA6348 Northumberland Hwy.Heathsville 580-8901Weekly summer camp in conjunctionwith the public schools.Rappahannock Art LeagueCamps19 N. Main St.Kilmarnock 436-9309Weekly art camps for ages6–17. Held in Kilmarnock,Heathsville and Deltaville.ReedvilleFisherman’s Museum504 Main St.Reedville 453-6529Sail Aboard the Skipjack; TrappingDay; Grab-a-Crab; Boats onthe Bay.Richmond County YMCA45 George Brown Ln.Warsaw 333-4117Weekly summer sessions.Stratford Hall Camps483 Great House Rd.

Montross 493-8038Summer Camps on the River49 Seahorse Ln.Christchurch758-2306 (ext. 177)Residential and day camp coedsummer camp, ChristchurchSchool in Middlesex.VIMS Summer Camps1375 Greate Rd.Gloucester Point 684-7878Westmoreland Family YMCA18849 Kings Hwy.Montross 493-8163Licensed summer day campprogram.Westmoreland CountyCamps18849 Kings Hwy.Montross 493-8163Day camp.Canoe/Kayak RentalsBelle Isle State Park1632 Belle Isle Rd.Lancaster 462-5030Chesapeake BayCamp-Resort382 Campground Rd.Reedville 453-3430Ingram Bay Marina545 Harvey’s Neck Rd.Heathsville 580-7292Rent or bring your own and exploremiles of shoreline or join agroup tour to remote locationsaround the rivers and bay.Lazy Days AdventuresHardyville 776-9853Rentals and eco-tours of localwaters. Will deliver.Westmoreland State Park1650 State Park Rd.Montross 493-8821Group trips, paddle boats andhydro bike rentals.Enrichment ClassesChestnut CoveBed and Breakfastand Zekiah Glass511 Oakley Ln.Farnham 394-3142Two guest rooms with privatebaths, full breakfast and lunch.Two-day classes in creatingstained glass, with a separatefee, is offered inclusively withovernight stays.InsideOut Yoga366 James Wharf Rd.White Stone 436-2204Four levels of vinyasa flow yogaclasses. Classes integrate breathand movement, awareness andalignment, strength and flexibility,stillness and joy.www.insideoutyoga.orgOlive for Yoga16314 Gen. Puller Hwy.Deltaville 832-0079Studio offers ABC’s of yoga,gentle/restorative, hatha, yin,power vinyasa, vinyasa flow andyogalates.www.oliveforyoga.comTriYoga370-4856Offering a multi-level hatha804-580-7292blend. Class times and locationsvary.www.triyoganow.comFarmers’ MarketsDeltaville Farmers’ Market287 Jackson Creek Rd.Deltaville 776-6950Fourth Sat. of the month May–Nov.; 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Holly PointNature Park at the Deltaville MaritimeMuseum.Gloucester Market6523 Main St.Gloucester 695-0700Monthly June–Aug., Wed. evenings4–7 p.m. Located at theGazebo.Heathsville Farmers’ Market73 Monument PlaceHeathsville 580-3377Third Sat. of the month Apr.–Oct., 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Behind Rice’sHotel/Hughlett’s Tavern.Irvington Farmers’ MarketIrvington CommonsIrvington 480-0697First Sat. of the month fromMay–Nov., 9 a.m.–1 p.m.Mathews Farmers’ Market10494 Buckley Hall Rd.Mathews 725-7196Every Sat., 9 a.m.–1 p.m. atMathews historic courthousegreen.Urbanna Farmers’ Market351 Bonner St.Urbanna 761-4840The second Sat. of each monthMay–Sept.; 9 a.m.–1 p.m. in Tab-CaptBillysCharters.comer Park.Warsaw Farmers’ MarketMain St.WarsawFrom 9 a.m.–1 p.m. the secondSat. of each month July–Nov.,except Oct. which is WarsawFestival.Fun ParksSwamp Fun Park2735 Geo. Wash. Mem. Hwy.Gloucester 642-8778Paint ball.Cyber Star6706 Main St.Gloucester 824-9450Video game center with X-Box,Wii, PlayStation, arcade games,laser tag.Northern Neck ATV Park4618 Leedstown Rd.Colonial Beach(540) 809-8902ATV Track, ATV Dragrace, obstaclecourse, and mudbog racing.Learn to SailNortons Sailing School97 Marina Rd.Deltaville 776-9211Mobjack SailingFoster 815-0144Blackwater Creek, North River,Mathews County.Premier Sailing744 St. Andrews Ln.Weems 438-930026 fRappahannockRiver CruiseDepart from Tappahannock on this day cruise that willtake you to Ingleside Vineyards. Along the way, viewBald Eagles as they soar overhead. Once at thevineyard enjoy an optional lunch and wine tasting.Leaves Tuesday-Sunday at 10:00 and Returns at 4:30.Cruise the Bayfor just $ 27DiversionsMon-Thurs:11am - 11pmFriday-Sat:11am - 12amSunday:1pm - 7pm436-9004KilmarnockTangier Island CruiseTake a cruise across the Chesapeake Bay aboard ourluxurious “Chesapeake Breeze.” Discover the tinyisland of Tangier where you will see the forgottenlifestyle of its inhabitants and eat seafood delicaciesat one of its several restaurants.Leaves Daily at 10:00 and Returns at 3:45For more information & reservationsvisit: TangierCruise.comNOW taking reservations ONLINE!or call us at: 804.453.BOAT (2628) 25

Diversionsf 25www.premiersailing.comStingray Point Sailing School18355 Gen. Puller Hwy.Deltaville 909-2655MoviesEssex 5 Cinemas1653 Tap pahan nock Blvd.Tappahannock 445-1166Hillside Cinema7321 John Clayton Mem. Hwy.Gloucester 693-2770York River Crossing Cinema2226 York Crossing Dr.Hayes 642-5999Pick Your OwnBentwaters Farm1083 Circle Dr.Mathews 725-5839Spray-free blueberries, homegrownyarns from sheep raised onthe farm, lambs and Kids, Cashmereand Nigerian goats. Open byappointment.Eastfields Farms85 Preston Point Rd.Mathews 725-3948Spray-free blueberries in July/Aug. Open Fri., Sat., Sun.Lew Bristow’sBlackberry Farm9607 Gen. Puller Hwy.Hartfield 776-77859 a.m.–5 p.m., Mon., Wed.,and Fri.; 9 a.m.–7:30 p.m., Tues.,Thurs. and Sat, in season.Tater Neck Blueberry FarmPotato Neck Rd.Port Haywood 725-2623Open mid-July through LaborDay, during daylight. No chemicalsused, six different varietiesavailable.Westmoreland Berry Farm1235 Berry Farm Ln.Oak Grove 224-9171Putt PuttBethpage Miniature Golf andIce Creamery4817 Old Virginia St.Urbanna 758-GOLF (4653)Putt-putt golf. Rt. 602 justoutside of Urbanna, MiddlesexCounty.Open Daily10 a.m. – 10 p.m.RacingBill Sawyer’sVirginia Motor Speedway4426 Tidewater Tr.Jamaica 758-1867Dirt track racing select Sat.nights Apr.–Oct.Colonial Beach Dragway2035 James Monroe Hwy.Colonial Beach 224-74551/8th mile asphalt drag track.Dragon Motor Sports1790 Howerton Rd.Dunnsville 443-1903Truck and tractor pulls.SkatingStan’s Skateland17408 Kings Hwy.Montross 493-9890Fri.–Sat., 7:30–10 p.m..TheatersCourt House PlayersMathews 725-0474Serving Gloucester, Mathewsand Middlesex Counties. Dinnertheater.www.courthouseplayers.orgDonk’s Theater223 Buckley Hall Rd.Mathews 725-7760Virginia’s Lil’ Ole Opry. Livecountry music in a familyatmosphere.www.donkstheater.comLancaster Players361 Chesapeake Dr.White Stone 435-3776www.lancasterplayers.orgWestmoreland Players16217 Richmond Rd.Callao 529-9345Trolley RidesTriangle Trolley435-1552Between Kilmarnock, Irvingtonand White Stone. Every Fri. andSat. May 4–Oct. 6 and Sun. May27 and Sept. 2.The Pearl TrolleyUrbanna 758-2613The Pearl runs in and aroundUrbanna in Middlesex County,from May 24–Sept. 3 25¢. Sponsorsneeded.Wine TastingsAthena Vineyardsand Winery, Inc.3138 Jessie Ball duPont Mem. Hwy.Burgess 580-4944Belle Mount Vineyards2570 Newland Rd.Warsaw 333-4700The Dog and Oyster Vineyard170 White Fences Dr.Irvington 438-6053Wine tastings, 11 a.m.–6 p.m.Thurs.–Mon.General’s Ridge Vineyard1618 Weldons Dr.Hague (703) 313-9742Tasting room, appetizers. Fri.noon–7 p.m.; Sat. noon–6 p.m.;Sun. noon–5 p.m. 703-313-9742Mon.–Thurs.; 472-3172 Fri.–Sun.Good Luck Cellars1025 Good Luck Rd.Kilmarnock 435-1416Open Thurs. 11 a.m.–6 p.m.,Fri. 11 a.m.–8 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.–6 p.m. and Sun. noon–5 p.m.www.goodluckcellars.comHague Winery8268 Cople Hwy.Hague 472-5283Ingleside Vineyardsand Winery5872 Leedstown Rd.Oak Grove 224-8687Oak Crest Vineyardand Winery8215 Oak Crest Dr.King George(540) 663-2813Vault Field Vineyards2953 Kings Mill Rd.Kinsale 472-4430Seafood Festivaltickets going fastSOMERS—Tickets are available for the 22nd annual Kilmarnock-Irvington-White Stone Rotary Club Bay Seafood Festival September7 at Belle Isle State Park in Lancaster County. The festival features avariety of seafood and other regional favorites, entertainment, rafflesand a silent auction.Folks may come by automobile or boat. There’s plenty of free parkingand a free water taxi. Tickets are $55 each. To purchase tickets, call1-800-777-9717; visit kiwsrotary.com.ChitterchatsIce Cream ParlorOpen 7 Days A WeekOffering 30 Flavors of Homemade Ice Cream846 Main Street, Reedville • 804-453-333526

Unless noted, all rates areper night and all lodgingsare with the (804) area code.Call the lodging place for moreinformation. $ indicates averagenightly room rates $ = $40 to 80;$$ = $90 to $120; $$$ = $130to $160; $$$$ over $160.EssexDays Inn Motel1414 Tappahannock Blvd.Tappahannock 443-920060 rooms. Cable TV. Free continentalbreakfast. $.The Essex InnBed and Breakfast203 Duke St.Tappahannock 443-9900An historic TappahannockGreek revival inn. Four rooms andfour suites all with private baths,DSL or Wi-Fi access, cable TV,most with working fireplaces. Fullgourmet breakfast. $$$.Holiday Inn Express1648 Tappahannock Blvd.Tappahannock 445-120063 rooms, pool, business center,fitness center, washer anddryer, free internet and breakfast.$$$.Southside Motel and Marina910 S. Church Ln.Tappahannock 443-336330 rooms, TV, microwave andrefrigerator, pool. Free boat slipsavailable. $.Super 81800 Tappahannock Blvd.Tappahannock 443-388843 rooms with cable TV, highspeed internet, some with microwavesand most with refrigerators.Suites and king-sized roomsavailable. $.Dollar Inn823 S. Church Ln.Tappahannock 443-336625 rooms with cable TV. $..GloucesterAirville Plantation6423 TC Walker Rd.Gloucester 694-0287A pre-Revolutionary estate on400 acres in Zanoni, this bed andbreakfast has two guest roomsin the main house (circa 1756)and a cottage with kitchenette.Pool table, TV room, pool andfull breakfasts. Water access toMobjack Bay. $$-$$$.Comfort Inn6639 Forest Hill Ave.Gloucester 695-1900Close to the Historic District.Free hot breakfast, Wi-Fi, andoutdoor pool. Hot tub rooms available.All 79 rooms have TVs andinternet. Call for group discounts.$$.http://www.facebook.com/pages/Comfort-Inn-Gloucester-VA/204252269595100Gloucester Inn1408 Geo. Wash. Mem. Hwy.Gloucester Point 642-333716 rooms with refrigerators andmicrowaves. Cable TV. $-$$.Hampton Inn6638 Forest Hill Ave.Gloucester 693-9393Close to the Historic District.Free hot breakfast, Wi-Fi, indoorpool, fitness center, meetingroom, on-site guest laundry. All 84rooms have cable TV, coffee makers,laptop desk and more. Groupdiscounts available. $$-$$$.http://www.facebook.com/HamptonInnGloucesterRivah LodgingThe five-star Tides Inn is in Irvington on Carters Creek.Inn at Warner Hall4750 Warner Hall Rd.Gloucester (800) 331-2720A plantation created in 1642, byGeorge Washington’s great-greatgrandfather, Augustine Warner.The inn is a 38-acre waterfrontretreat. Fine dining Fri. and Sat.Rooms feature antiques and privatebaths. Some have views ofthe Severn River, a fireplace andjacuzzi. $$$$. www.warnerhall.comNorth River InnBed and Breakfast8777 Toddsbury Ln.Gloucester 693-1616On 100 waterfront acres, featuresantiques, air-conditioning,phones, and private baths, withviews of the river, creek or fields.Full breakfast on weekends. Canoesavailable and deep waterdock. $$-$$$.The WillowsBed and Breakfast5344 Roanes Wharf Rd.Gloucester 693-0270In a former Victorian countrystore and post office. Privatebaths, TV, queen-sized beds andbreakfast. No smoking. $$.Tidewater Motel3666 Geo. Wash. Mem. Hwy.Hayes 642-215533 rooms, some with kitchenettes.Pool. Non-smoking roomsavailable. $.LancasterBack Inn Time445 Irvington Rd.Kilmarnock 435-2318A classic B&B, features fourrooms with private baths, AC, Wi-Fi, gourmet breakfast and modernconveniences. $$-$$$.Bel Air Mansionand Guest House1632 Belle Isle Rd.Lancaster 462-5030Fully furnished waterfronthomes at Belle Isle State Park.Mansion has whirlpool tub andaccommodates six. Guest houseaccommodates eight. Canoesand bicycles included. Seasonalrates.www.virginiastateparks.govCreek View FarmBed and Breakfast735 Norwood Church Rd.Morattico 462-0306Open May 1–Sept. 30. Twoguest rooms, includes full breakfast.$.www.creekviewbb.comFlowering FieldsBed and Breakfast232 Flowering Field Rd.White Stone 435-6238Full breakfast. Golf packagesand fishing charters arranged.King, queen and twin rooms, allwith private baths. Weekday andweekend specials. $$.Holiday Inn Express599 North Main St.Kilmarnock 436-150068 rooms with Wi-Fi, extendedstay rooms, handicap rooms,meeting room, business centerand outdoor pool. Full hot breakfast.$$$.Hope and Glory Inn65 Tavern Rd.Irvington 438-6053Boutique hotel fashioned froman historic schoolhouse, eclecticallystyled. Soak in a hip pool,taste wine in the vineyard or cruiseaboard a private boat. $$$$.www.hopeandglory.comInn at Levelfields10155 Mary Ball Rd.Lancaster 435-6887B&B featuring six guest rooms.King/queen beds, fireplaces; fourrooms with private baths and twowith shared bath. Rowing school,pool, library. $$-$$$.Kilmarnock Inn34 East Church St.Kilmarnock 435-003416 private guest rooms andsuites, breakfast served eachmorning. Meeting room and eventspace. Private lunches and dinners.Walk to restaurants andshops. Wi-Fi. $$$-$$$$.www.kilmarnockinn.comHistorical Lancaster TavernBed and Breakfast8373 Mary Ball Rd.Lancaster 462-0080Two master suites. Internet,antique furnishings. Restaurant,includes full breakfast. $$$$.Tides Inn480 King Carter Dr.Irvington 438-5000Par 3 golf course on-site, championshipgolf at The Golden Eagle,swimming, tennis, sailing, biking,summer children’s program, spa,special events, golf and familypackage plans. $$$$.Whispering Pines Motel226 Methodist Church Rd.White Stone 435-1101Twenty-five guest rooms, 2suites; swimming pool, Wi-Fi.$-$$.Yankee Point Marina Cottages1303 Oak Hill Rd.Ottoman 462-7018Pool. Cottages: fully equippedwith 3 bedrooms and 2 baths oncreek with dock and ramp.MathewsBethel Beach Inn1751 Bethel Beach Rd.Onemo 725-0517Located on 11 wooded acres,just minutes from a sandy beachon Chesapeake Bay. Offers a luxurioussuite with a king size bed,28 f 27

Lodgingf 27upscale bathroom and privatedeck. Perfect for bicyclists andkayakers. $$.Buckley Hall Inn11293 Buckley Hall Rd.Mathews 725-1900Offers a variety of rooms, allwith private baths. Country breakfast,some four poster beds andfireplaces, well-stocked library.$$-$$$.www.buckleyhall.comThe Inn at Tabbs Creek384 Turpin Ln.Port Haywood 725-5136A waterfront retreat situated ona secluded creek. Over 800 ft. ofwaterfront and 8 acres of woodedand open space. The main Inn isan 1820’s newly renovated farmhousewith separate cottageshousing the suites just across thegarden and pool. $$-$$$$.www.InnatTabbsCreek.comKingston Plantation985 Kingston Ln.North 725-5831It has 10,000 square feet ofliving area, six fireplaces, hardwoodflooring, three suites andtwo rooms with adjoining bath.$$$-$$$$.Steamboat Landing49 Grace St.Mobjack 347-0201On Mobjack Bay at the EastRiver in the town of Mobjack. 3BRand 2½ baths. Large yard, fishingpier, kayak, boat tie-up. Open allyear.The White Dog Inn68 Church St.Mathews 725-7680Offers two elegant suites witha variety of amenities. Continentalbreakfast or brunch. Restaurant,coffee house, bar and lounge, Wi-Fi Internet and more. $$$$.MiddlesexAtherston Hall250 Prince George St.Urbanna 758-2809English country living in theheart of historic Urbanna. Fourguest rooms (one suite) all withprivate baths. Breakfasts, Wi-Fi,gardens, porches, private parking.$$-$$$.www.atherstonhall.comBethany Inn at Leafwood820 Gloucester Rd.Saluda (864) 934-73081780’s Colonial home locatedin Saluda. The garden cottagehas a queen bed, sitting room,What Happens At The Heathsville Tavern?AugustHeritage Arts Taught at the TavernSpinning & Weaving kitchenette and private bath. TheAcacia Room and Leafwood Roomare upstairs in the main house andrented as one. Rooms include fullbreakfast, snacks, robes, Wi-Fi,TV with DVD player, DVD library,sunroom with DirecTV and library.Massage available. $$$.www.bethanyinnatleafwood.comThe Chesapeake Inn250 Old Virginia St.Urbanna 758-1111Urbanna’s unique boutiquehotel catering to the boater, businessand leisure traveler. $$$.www.thechesapeakeinn.comThe Deltaville Inn15378 Gen. Puller Hwy.Hardyville 761-7059A bed and breakfast. $$$.Deltaville Dockside Inn70 Dockside Dr.Deltaville 776-9224Air-conditioning, cable TV, pool.$.Dragon Run Inn35 Ware Bridge Rd.Church View 758-5719Large rooms, private baths, jacuzzi,self-controlled heat and air.$$.www.dragon-run-inn.comFARMERS MARKET on August 18 th at 9 a.m. Tavern Gift Shop will be open: 580-3536County Seat Restaurant at the Tavern: for reservations and information: 580-7900For more information about any of the events above & Farmers Market call: 580-3377Memberships, donations and fund raising efforts help this historic Tavernremain in YOUR backyardEdentide Inn204 Bland Point Rd.Deltaville 776-6915Three air-conditioned roomswith TV and VCR. Private sittingroom with fireplace, privatescreened porch. Boat slips available.Sand beach and fishing pier.Full breakfast. $$-$$$.Harrow House167 Lovers Ln.Deltaville 815-3102View of Jackson Creek and theBay. Three double rooms withshared bath, air-conditioned, cableTV, continental breakfast. $.Heaven ScentBed and Breakfast14180 Gen. Puller Hwy.Deltaville 832-6200Farmhouse with ground floorroom with king bed. Upstairsfamily suite with king, queen andtwin beds. Refreshments andfull breakfast on large screenedporch. WIFI, guest computers,Cable TV, DVD collection andlibrary. Will shuttle to local marinas.Parking area for boats andtrailers. Children welcome. Petfriendly. Late arrival okay. Openyear round. $$-$$$.Inn at Urbanna CreekBed and Breakfast210 Watling St.Urbanna 758-4661Virginia’s Cottage has a queenbed, kitchenette, bath, porchwith rockers, and private gardenwith rain shower. King Suite includesseparate sitting room,jacuzzi bath and shower. WatlingSuite includes two rooms withqueen beds, and a private bath.All include full breakfast, robes,DirecTV, W-iFi, library and patio.$$-$$$.www.innaturbannacreek.comIvy Cottage323 Twiggs Ferry Rd.Hartfield (757) 472-7211Upscale guest cottage for twoon the Piankatank River. Featurescentral air, full kitchen, living room,bedroom with adjoining bath anda year-round porch. Non-smoking.Amenities include cable TV, VCR,DVD, telephone, pier, complimentarybreads, cereals, coffee andteas. $$$.www.virginiarivercottages.comPilot House Inn2737 Greys Point Rd.Topping 758-226224 rooms, cable TV, Wi-Fi, diningroom, conference room, andairport adjacent to inn. $.NorthumberlandBay Motel18754 Northumberland Hwy.Lilian 453-517120 air-conditioned rooms withcable TV and phone; swimmingpool. Pets $10. $.Cats Cove Cottage2273 Mundy Point Rd.Callao 529-5056A private waterfront cottage fortwo. Sailboat depth deep-waterpier. Swimming pool, rowboat.Continental breakfast servedweekends. Two night minimum.$$.Cottages at Ingram Bay545 Harvey’s Neck Rd.Heathsville 580-7292Two cedar cabins with view ofChesapeake Bay. Sleeps up to6. Kitchen, bath, Wi-Fi, satelliteTV, access to fishing, crabbing,canoe, kayak and outboard boatrentals. Daily or weekly rentals.www.captbillyscharters.comFleeton FieldsBed and Breakfast2783 Fleeton Rd.Reedville 800-497-821528

Three water view suites with privatebaths, robes, DirecTV, Wi-Fi.Kayak and canoe available. Childrenand pets with prior arrangement.Breakfast. $$$$.www.fleetonfields.comGables Bed and Breakfast Inn859 Main St.Reedville 453-5209Victorian Captain’s Mansionc.1874 National Register with1800’s schooner mast built intothe home. One guest room withprivate bath in main house. Coachhouse with four guest rooms withprivate baths and water views.Waterside cottage with two luxurysuites. Boat slips available.Breakfast. $$$$.www.thegablesbb.comGrandView Bed and Breakfast114 Riverside Ln.Reedville 453-3851Waterfront bed and breakfaston the Chesapeake Bay, close toSmith Island and Tangier cruises.Private pier, breakfast, wheelchairaccessible. $$.Ma’Margaret’s House249 Greenfield Rd.Reedville 453-9110A restored grandmother’s homeexpanded to meet the needs of thetwenty-first century. Built in 1914.All rooms have private baths, personalthermostat, TV and Wi-Fi.Northumberland Motel436 Northumberland Hwy.Callao 529-637011 rooms; daily/weekly/monthlyrentals. $.RichmondGreenwood Bed and Breakfast99 Maple St.Warsaw 333-4353Two guest rooms with privatebaths, cable TV; central dining forguests. Country breakfast. $.Best Western Plus Warsaw4522 Richmond Rd.Warsaw 333-170038 rooms, including suites,satellite TV, air conditioning,swimming pool, exercise room.Continental breakfast. Pets accepted.$-$$$.WestmorelandBell House Bed and Breakfast821 Irving Ave.Colonial Beach 224-7000Alexander Graham Bell’s summerhome on the Potomac River.Listed on the National Register ofHistoric Places and is a VirginiaHistoric Landmark. Four roomswith private baths. Wine andcheese each evening, full breakfast.$$$.www.thebellhouse.comGeneral’s Ridge Vineyard1618 Weldons Dr.Hague 493-0226The Manor House, a threebedroomhome with full kitchen,dining and living spaces. VineyardViews, a two-bedroom homewith full kitchen, dining and livingspaces. Homes situated in thevineyard. Complimentary bottle ofwine. $$$$.Guest Housesat Stratford Hall483 Great House Rd.Montross 493-8038The Cheek and the Astor guesthouses each have a fully-equippedkitchen, living room, central heatingand air conditioning and guestrooms with private baths. 21guest rooms. Breakfast and tourincluded. $$.Let us help you“experience the experience”of Log Home LivingThe Inn at Montross21 Polk St.Montross 493-8624Bed and breakfast with 5 guestrooms.$$$.Nightingale Moteland Marina101 Monroe Bay Ave.Colonial Beach 224-795635-slip marina with electricand water, motel with five guestrooms, restaurant next door. $.Riverview Inn24 Hawthorne St.Colonial Beach 224-000621 guest rooms. Waterfront.$-$$.Skipjack Inn347 Allen Point Ln.Kinsale 472-2044Four guest rooms, private bath,individual temperature controls. Aguest kitchenette is available onthe main floor. $$$-$$$$.The Plaza B & B21 Weems St.Colonial Beach 224-1101Six guest rooms with privatebaths; two full suites, four minisuites.Full breakfast and afternoonrefreshments included.Heated pool and hot tub. Two cottagesalso available. The GardenCottage, is equipped with kitchen,central air, washer/dryer, dishwasher,cable TV. Accommodatessix. The Yellow Door Cottage, threeWineries, historic sitescollaborate on new bookWARSAW—Leading historicattractions and the wineries of theChesapeake Bay Wine Trail havecollaborated to produce a bookand website offering a pictorialnarrative of wine and history inthe seven counties of ChesapeakeBay Wine Country.Many of the wine-relateddetails have never been revealedand the relationship of eachwinery to important historicevents is unparalleled, said LisaHull of the Northern Neck TourismCommission.The book, Virginia: First inWine and History, will be availableonline, at the wineries,featured attractions and selectlocations within the area.George Washington BirthplaceNational Monument superintendentLucy Lawliss commentedthat “we are thrilled to be partof a project that commemorateshistory and wine tourism in ourarea.”By combining these two areasof interest, visitors will moreeasily enjoy self-guided toursthrough the region savoring thememories with the keepsakebook, she said.Many notable historic characterswere involved in the developmentof the region. GeorgeWashington, Robert “King” Carterand Francis Lightfoot Lee are justa few of the characters with a rolein shaping the country, said Hull.They all had wine cellars.Promotional efforts for the bookwill include the wine trail passportmap and re-enactments of manyhistoric occasions in the region,she said. The initiative is expectedto highlight the importance of thehistoric events that occurred hereand boost attendance to the participatingfacilities.Your Place on the RivahIvy CottageCharming Guest Cottage for 2 on the PiankatankRESERVATIONS: (757) 472-7211Tour the Cottage on the Web at:www.virginiarivercottages.comVisa & Master Card AcceptedLodgingblocks away, has one bedroomand bath and comparable amenities.Linens provided. $$$$.Wakefield Motel1513 Irving Ave.Colonial Beach 224-7311Twenty rooms, some with refrigerator,microwave. Some withkitchenettes. Private pier. $-$$.Washington and Lee Motel17055 Kings Hwy.Montross 493-8093Twenty-eight rooms with microwavesand refri g erators, free Wi-Fi. $.www.washingtonleemotel.comWeyant portfolioswill be featured atthe Studio GalleryKILMARNOCK—TheRappahannock Art League will presentthree portfolios of storytelling artworkby Gail C. Weyant of Chantillyfrom August 1 through September1 at the Studio Gallery at 19 NorthMain Street in Kilmarnock.The public is invited to an openingreception from 5 to 7 p.m. August 3.These three collections offerdiversity of subject matter andshould appeal to a range of viewers,said Weyant. There is something inthis show for everyone.The first portfolio,“Engaging theEnemy,” features Civil War battlefieldcombat reenactment photography.This collection illustrates the sacrificesand rigors of combat that troopsendured during the country’s mostdivisive conflict, said Weyant. Thecollection moves the viewer throughthe progression of skirmishing to afull battlefield engagement includingcavalry, infantry and artillery.The second portfolio offers “WildernessLandscapes.”Most of her vacations are spentin wilderness areas where she hikes,bikes and photographs the sceneryand wildlife, she said. This collectioncovers some of her favorite locationson the East Coast.The third portfolio showcases“Fine Art Ceramics.”Her love of ceramics goes backabout 40 years and this collectionincludes sculpted wildlife inspiredby her photography. She also enjoysalternative firing processes such asRaku, Horsehair and Pitfire. Shechallenges herself to create ceramicssuitable for collectors as well asbeing functional, said Weyant. 29

If You GoAll Fired Up25 Cross StreetUrbanna, VA 23175286-9016OpenTuesday - Saturday11 a.m.-9 p.m.Lunch and DinnerOn the MenuEntrées:$11.99 -$21.99Sandwiches:$6.99-9.99Kids’ menu:(3 items) $3.99-4.99Did you know?All Fired Up has anactive facebook page,including pictures of thefood specials.You can order take-outby the pound! Barbecue,Brisket, Ribs, SmokedTurkey and sides.ReviewRivah FareFollow your nose to All Fired Upby Kate OliverWhen I offered to take myfoodie friend out to dinner,she offered to drive. On a summerWednesday evening we drove, topdown in her convertible, to Urbanna.As we came off the bridge andslowly pulled into town, we smelledsomething on the grill.“I hope that smell is coming fromwhere we are going!”Sure enough, as we got closer toAll Fired Up, the smell got stronger.We arrived around 6:30 p.m. andwere seated quickly at a table nextto a large window with a view ofoutdoor diners, Urbanna Creek, anda nearby marina. Inside, the casualdécor includes wooden beams,stonework, a fireplace and raiseddining area.From six appetizers on the menu,we ordered crab dip and tuna bites.The crab dip was served warmwith crunchy triangle pita chips. Itwas quite tasty with plenty of crabmeat. The tuna bites were deliciousas well. The batter they were friedin was not too thick and not to thin– just right! The dipping sauce was olate” so I don’t remember what because it vanished.in catering and throwing small parties.He does most of the grillingspicy. A little bit went a long way. the other ones were. Something After our meal, I asked theI’m glad it was spicy, otherwise this about cobbler served warm with ice waitress if I could speak with the and smoking at the restaurant himself.Head chef Walter Mitchemdish would have been too bland. cream…yum! Maybe next time. chef, but he was quite busy. I thenI brought this particular friend My friend, the chowhound chauffeur,ordered the Limoncello Mas-out, meeting Dan Permoda and his rants in the Richmond area andrequested the owner and lucked has been a chef at several restau-along for a reason. A master in herhome kitchen, she won’t hesitate to carpone Cake. Triple Chocolate wife.here. Most recently, he came fromvoice her opinion. Also, she’s pretty Tart Cake—for me.I asked what made him decide to Eckhard’s restaurant in Topping.fun to be around! When I asked for The server told me it was flourlessand gluten free. I know there and found he has always been inter-small and large dinner parties,venture into the restaurant business All Fired Up is available foradjectives to describe the appetizers,she could only shake her head no are a lot of folks out there eating ested in food and cooking. After 24 catering services, take-out orders,because she was too busy chewing. a gluten-free diet who would like years of land surveying, he and his indoor and outdoor dining. YouI took that to mean she was really a taste of chocolate. The dessert wife had the opportunity to fan the can even dock your boat alongsideenjoying the food.was like a piece of dark chocolate flame of his cooking desire and they the pier and have it in view as youFor our entrée courses, I ordered cheesecake. I was so full, I took half opened All Fired Up in May 2011. dine. Or, you could just hitch a ridethe Wednesday night special. The of it home to my family. My friend’s This is Dan’s first restaurant, in a convertible and sniff your wayKing Kut is an eight ounce sirloin cake must have been scrumptious although he has some experience there.fillet with baked potato. My cohortordered the Smokehouse Sampler,which comes with three ribs, barbecue,brisket and two sides. She chosecole slaw and hand cut French fries.My steak was tender and flavorfuland my baked potato was cooked toperfection. My friend kept insistingthat I taste each of the three differenttypes of meat on her platter, and shecomplimented the barbecue sauceseveral times. We both would orderour entrées again and recommendthem to our friends.The menu seemed to offer somethingfor everyone, with choices ofpasta, seafood, chicken, burgers,salads and a kids menu.If you don’t see any desserts onthe menu, don’t be alarmed. Ourserver recited four or five choices. Iwas stuck on the phrase “triple choc-

Restaurants are listed bycounty and all are in the(804) area code unless noted.Call for hours. B=breakfast,L=lunch, D=dinner. $ indicatesaverage price range of entrees:$ = under $10; $$ = $10 to $16;$$$ = over $16.EssexAlmost There Family Dining6501 Richmond-Tapp. Hwy.Tappahannock 443-2622American cuisine. Steaks,burgers, barbecue, sandwiches,seafood and daily specials.B/L/D/$.Applebee’s1650 Tappahannock Blvd.Tappahannock 443-0361American cuisine, steaks, ribs,stir-fried specialties and more.L/D/$$.Asia Café1619 Tappahannock Blvd.Tappahannock 445-9991Chinese restaurant servingSzechwan, Hunan and Cantonesecuisine. Take out. L/D/$.Bella’s Italian Restaurantand Pizzeria1673 Tappahannock Blvd.Tappahannock 443-4912Pizza, subs, spaghetti, andwraps. Lunch specials. L/D/$-$$.Captain’s Grill and Patio528 Church Ln.Tappahannock 443-2800Appetizers, burgers, seafood,sandwiches, and a late nightmenu. L/D/$$.China King Buffet1392 Tappahannock Blvd.Tappahannock 443-2999Chinese Szechwan, Cantoneseand Peking cuisines plusAmerican foods. Lunch specials,family dinners. L/D/$$.Ferebee’s330 Prince St.Tappahannock 443-5715Food and spirits. Handcutsteaks, fresh local seafood,salads, sandwiches, desserts.Open 7 days a week. L/D/$$.Java Jack’s Coffee House504 Church Ln.Tappahannock 443-5225B/L/D/$-$$.Hobbs Hole Restaurant1267 Hobbs Hole Dr.Tappahannock 443-4451Serving hand cut steaks,baby back ribs, fresh fish andseafood, pork and much more.L/D/$-$$$.Los Portales1425 Tappahannock Blvd.Tappahannock 443-0132Authentic Mexican cuisine.Featuring quesadillas, fajitas,burritos, enchiladas and more.L/D/$-$$.Lowery’s Seafood528 North Church Ln.Tappahannock 443-2800Family dining, specializing incrab cakes, oysters, shrimp, fish,beef and all-American chicken.House salad dressings. Meetingfacilities. L/D/$$.Parr’s Drive Inn715 N. Church Ln.Tappahannock 443-2000Burgers, sandwiches, icecream and more. B/L/D/$.Pizza Hut1685 Tappahannock Blvd.Tappahannock 443-2915Different styles of pizza alongwith side dishes including salad,pasta, buffalo wings, breadsticks,and garlic bread. L/D/$$.Rivahside Cafe221 Prince St.Tappahannock 443-2333Signature items include burgers,homemade chicken saladand soups. B/L/$.Roma’s Italian Restaurant1250 Tappahannock Blvd.Rivah DiningBentley’s Grille in White Stone serves lunch and dinner.Tappahannock 443-5240Complete Italian menu. Lunchand dinner specials. L/D/$-$$.Shoney’s1607 Tappahannock Blvd.Tappahannock 443-5306Breakfast, lunch & dinner buffets.Serving fresh local seafoodevery weekend. B/L/D/$.TBonz and Tuna429 Dock St.Tappahannock 445-8862A specialty meat and seafoodshop. Boars Head deli meatsand cheeses, specialty itemsand ready-to-cook meals, beersand wines. Fresh bait and ice foryour river fishing needs. Carryout only. L/$$.To Do Cafe & Restaurant1008 Church Ln.Tappahannock 443-2002Traditional American food: Barbeque,burgers, hot dogs, seafoodand steaks. L/D/$.Twister’s PremiumFrozen Yogurt1252 Tappahannock Blvd.Tappahannock 445-1252Offering 10 Flavors. $.Gloucester5 Bucks Fresh Pizza2272 York Crossing Dr.Hayes 642-5823Pizza, salads, subs, calzones,strombolis, gyros, 25 flavors ofhot wings. L/D/$$.Anna’s Pizza6545 Market Dr.Gloucester 693-4171Pizza, subs, salads, Italian dinners.L/D/$$.Anna’s Pizza14911 Geo. Wash. Mem. Hwy.Glenns 758-1112Pasta dishes, subs, pizza.Take out only. L/D/$-$$.Ann’s Family Dining14761 Geo. Wash. Mem. Hwy.Glenns 758-3031Traditional American menuserved country style. B/L/D/$.Applebee’s6086 Walton Ln.Gloucester 694-3160American cuisine, steaks, ribs,stir-fried specialties and more.Take out available. L/D/$$.Bangkok Noi6724 Main St.Gloucester 695-1177Authentic Thai cuisine. L/D/$-$$.Courthouse Restaurant6714 Main St.Gloucester 210-1506Serving breakfast all day. Dailyspecials and homemade pies.B/L/D/$.Cruiser’s Sports Bar & Grill4938 Geo. Wash. Mem. Hwy.Gloucester 693-6246Homemade lunch specials.Charbroiled steaks, deli sandwiches.Live entertainment.L/D/$$.Damon’s7104 Geo. Wash. Mem. Hwy.Gloucester 693-7218Seafood, prime rib, sandwiches,subs. B/L/D/$$.Egghead’s Diner1759 Geo. Wash. Mem. Hwy.Gloucester 684-1222Fresh, local seafood, desserts,full menu including breakfastavailable all day. B/L/$-$$.El Ranchito7313 Main St.Gloucester 694-8003Burritos, taco salad, tamales,chili rellenos. L/D/$.Ginny’s Place2348 Geo. Wash. Mem. Hwy.Hayes 642-8780Hometown cooking, buffetstyle. L/D/$.Goodfella’s5036 Geo. Wash. Mem. Hwy.Hayes 693-5950Varied menu featuring seafood,steaks and prime rib. D/$$$.Good FortuneChinese Restaurant6904 Main St.Gloucester 694-0111Cantonese and Szechwan.Beer, wine, cocktails. L/D/$$.Great Wall6585 Market Dr.Gloucester 695-0500Hunan and Szechwan Chinesecuisine. L/D/$.Hana Sushi2274 York Crossing Dr.Hayes 642-3055Sushi bar and Japanese Hibachicooking. Watch the chefs performtricks with knives as theycook to order. D/$$.Hong Kong2328 York Crossing Dr.Hayes 642-5555Chinese takeout. Small eat-inarea. L/D/$$.Jay Sushi1759 Geo. Wash. Mem. Hwy.Gloucester Point 642-4422Sushi, Sashimi, Terriyaki, noodles,soups, salads. L/D/$$.Jessica’s Sweet Shop,Cafe and Bakery6558 Main St.Gloucester 693-5235Fresh roasted coffee, salads,soups, sandwiches. Fresh bakedcinnamon rolls, scones, yeastbreads. B/L/$.Jessica’s On Main6553 Main St. 693-202032 f 31

Diningf 31GloucesterGreat food, friendly atmosphere,full bar. Salads, sandwiches,fresh seafood, hand cutsteaks, homemade desserts anddaily specials. Fri. and Sat. PrimeRib. L/D $-$$$. Closed Sunday.Juan’s Mexican Cafeand Cantina2310 Geo. Wash. Mem. Hwy.Hayes 642-5401Mexican menu. L/D/$$.Gloucester 693-6500Carry-out catering, box lunches,gourmet baskets. Wine andbeer tastings. $-$$.Nick’s Spaghettiand Steak House1440 Geo. Was. Mem. Hwy.Gloucester Point 642-2330Traditional Greek cuisine, Italiandishes, steaks and seafood.L/D/$$.Number One7481 Hargett Blvd.Gloucester 693-3851Chinese cuisine. L/D/$$.Olivia’s in the Village6597 Main St.Gloucester 694-0057Steaks, seafood and pasta,B/L/D/$$.Pizza Hut1725 Geo. Wash. Mem. Hwy.Gloucester Point 642-4620Different styles of pizza alongwith side dishes including salad,pasta, buffalo wings, breadsticks,and garlic bread. L/D/$$.The Point Bar and Grill1785 Geo. Wash. Mem. Hwy.Gloucester 684-2234Appetizers, steaks, seafood.L/D/$$.The River’s Innand Crab Deck8109 Yacht Haven Rd.Gloucester Point 642-6161Provides seasonal entreesusing fresh, local seafood andproduce. Views of Sarah Creekon the York River. Outdoor diningavailable. L/D/$$-$$$.Rosemary and Wine6655 Main St.Gloucester 684-0777Tapas, full wine bar and micro-Kelsick Specialty Market6632 Main St.Dock & DineLooking for a place where youcan pull up in your boat andenjoy a meal by the water?The following restaurants offermoorings for customers.See full restaurant listings formore information.merroira tasting roomat Locklies Marinahome of Rappahannock River OystersPotomac River Areas The Mooring Restaurant –Yeocomico Rivers Dockside Restaurant andThe Blue Heron Pub – MonroeCreeks AC’s Cafe & Sports Grill –Lower Machodoc Creeks Kinsale Harbour Restaurant–Yeocomico Rivers Riverboat on the PotomacGreat WicomicoRiver Areas The Crazy Crab – Cockrell’sCreeks Deli at Cockrell’s Creek Seafood– Cockrell’s Creeks Leadbelly’s – Cockrell’sCreeks Horn Harbor House Restaurant– Great Wicomico RiverRappahannockRiver Areas Cocomo’s – Broad Creeks The Tides Inn – CartersCreeks All Fired Up – UrbannaCreeks Merroir Tasting Room – LockliesCreekPiankatank River Areas Seabreeze Restaurant – MilfordHavenYork River Areas River’s Inn - Sarah’s CreekWe’re pleased to announce that we are now open every single day of the week!We sell our farm-raised oysters to the finest restaurants in the country, and believe it makes senseto also showcase them just a few hundred yards from where they are harvested.We serve the oysters alongside artisanal small plates, specialty beers and a great wineselection…all with sweeping views of the Rappahannock River and Locklies Creek.Come help us celebrate some watershed moments this month – a mention in the June 2012 issue ofFood & Wine magazine, the successful launch of our joint collaborationRappahannock River Oyster Stout with Flying Dog Brewery and the recent filmingon-site of Bravo TV’s upcoming new show, Life After Chef.Daily Seating Sunday - Thursday 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. • Friday - Saturday 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.784 Locklies Creek Rd, Topping, VA • 804.758.2871facebook.com/merroir32

Diningbrews. D/$-$$.Ruby Tuesday6749 Fox Center Pkwy.Gloucester 694-4955Burgers, extensive salad bar.American style cooking. Curbsideservice. L/D/$$.Sal’s Pizza2520 Geo. Wash. Mem. Hwy.Hayes 642-6470Subs, pizza, pastas. L/D/$$.Salsa’s Mexican Grill4329 Geo. Wash. Mem. Hwy.Hayes 684-5545Mexican atmosphere. Fajitas,tacos, chimichangas, enchiladasand vegetarian entrees. Karaoke.L/D/$.Short Lane Ice CreamCompany6721 Geo. Wash. Mem. Hwy.Gloucester 695-2999Over 20 flavors of homemadeFAUNCE SEAFOOD 804-493-86902811 Cople Hwy., Montrossice cream. Banana splits, fancysundaes, cones and dishes. $.Sweet Frog of Gloucester6826 Walton Ln.Gloucester 693-4065Family friendly frozen yogurtshop featuring a wide variety offlavors and 60 toppings. $.Sweet Madeline’s2091 Geo. Wash. Mem. Hwy.Gloucester 642-1780Homemade soups, salads,desserts. Café, delicatessen,catering, corporate functions,box lunches. L/$.Tony and Milena’s Pizzeria2364 Geo. Wash. Mem. Hwy.Hayes 684-0708Authentic Italian food. $$.2 LOCATIONS to serve you BETTER!CALL AHEAD TO PLACE YOUR ORDER804-333-3935123 Maple St. Unit 3, WarsawWe live on the Chesapeakeand so does our food.Wild Ginger6904 Main St.Gloucester 694-0111Fine Chinese and Asian cuisine.L/D/$$.Wild Rabbit Café6604 Main St.Gloucester 694-5100Coffee bar with latte, cappuccino,espresso, brewed coffees,iced or hot, and smoothies.Soups, salads, deli sandwiches,paninis. B/L/D/$.King & QueenAntonio’s Pizza6564 Gen. Puller Hwy.Mattaponi 785-2720Pizza, pasta, subs, salads andmore. Italian food, friendly atmosphere.L/D/$-$$.Nick’s Spaghettiand Steak House3483 Gen. Puller Hwy.Shacklefords 785-6300Specializing in Italian food andsteaks. L/D/$$.King WilliamArnest Seafood109 Commerce Park Dr.Manquin 769-3315Fresh seafood.Anna’s Pizza3040 King William Ave.West Point 843-4035Pizza, subs, salads, Italian dinners.L/D/$$.Hong Kong4915 Richmond-Tapp. Hwy.King William 769-8832Chinese food. L/D.Pizza Hut4357 irvington roadirvington, VA 22480804-438-6363www.natestrickdogcafe.com416 4th St.West Point 843-3444Different styles of pizza alongwith side dishes including salad,pasta, buffalo wings, breadsticks,and garlic bread. L/D/$$.Tony and George’s2880 King William Ave.West Point 843-4448Seafood and Italian dishes.L/D/$$.Tops China100 Winters St.West Point 843-2211L/D/$.Arby’s Hwy. Gloucester, 695-2745.Burger King Hwy. Gloucester, 693-6051. Tappahannock, 443-3151.Domino’s Pizza Hwy., Gloucester 693-6800.Hardee’s Hwy., Gloucester, 693-0360. Hwy., Hayes, 642-3950. West Point, 843-4274. 725-7468. Saluda, 758-4931.Kentucky Fried Chicken Hwy., Gloucester. 693-9482. Kilmarnock, 435-9410. Tappahannock, 443-3912.saw,333-4011.McDonald’s Hwy., Gloucester, 694-4810. Hwy., Hayes, 642-4330. Vinny’s Italian Grilland Pizzeria4915A Richmond-Tapp. Hwy.Aylett 769-8822L/D/$-$$$.LancasterAlley Cafe Sports Lounge608 N. Main St.Kilmarnock 436-1100Daily specials. B/L/D/$.Anna’s150 Old Fairgrounds WayKilmarnock 435-8960Pasta, pizza, subs, seafood34 fRivah Fast Foodhannock, 435-9900.435-2331.Sonic Drive-in Hwy., Gloucester, 694-4447.Starbuck’s Pkwy., Gloucester 694-3146.Subway843-2782. Hwy., Aylett 769-7889. Gloucester, 693-4617. Hayes, 642-3420.Mathews, 725-3181. Tappahannock, 443-6787. Kilmarnock, 435-0198.Kilmarnock 435-1240Taco Bell Hayes, 642-6622. Tappahannock, 443-3912.Tropical Smoothie Cafe Gloucester, 693-6900Wendy’s Hwy., Hayes, 642-7475. Hwy., Gloucester, 694-4825. han nock, 443-5262. 33

DiningLee’s Restaurant30 S. Main St.Kilmarnock 435-1255Hometown cooking and atmof33and steaks. L/D/$-$$.Bentley’s Grille572 Rappahannock Dr.,White Stone 435-2000American-continental cuisinewith a French flair. Closed Sun.L/D.Bluewater Seafood and Deli459 N. Main St.Kilmarnock 435-3530Fresh Seafood and homemadedeli items. $$.Carwash Cafe and Catering481 North Main St.Kilmarnock 435-0405Take out available. B/L/$.Carried Away Cuisine10 N. Main St.Kilmarnock 435-9191Specialty coffees, sandwiches,fresh salads, homemade soupsand desserts. Gourmet entreesto go. B/L/$$.Find us on Facebook or www.CarriedAwayCuisine.comCorner Bar and Grill5360 Mary Ball Rd.Lively 462-0110Home of the ½ lb. black angusburger, no filler crab cake. Thurs.night is shrimp night. L/D/$.Country CottageIce Cream Shopand Fudge Factory795 Rappahannock Dr.White Stone 435-3812Hand-packed ice cream cones,sundaes, splits and milkshakes.Homemade fudge and gourmetchocolate. $.Dixie Deli55 Irvington Rd.Kilmarnock 435-6745Soups, hot and cold sandwichesand salads. L/$.El CharritoRestaurante Mexicano652 N. Main St.Kilmarnock 435-1791Daily specials. Closed Mon.L/D/$-$$.Golden Eagle GrilleRivah Reader Recipes364 Clubhouse Dr.Irvington 438-6740Closed Tues. Private parties.L/$-$$.Great FortuneChinese Restaurant443 N. Main St.Kilmarnock 435-6333Specializing in authentic Mandarin,Szechwan, Hunan, Pekingand Cantonese cuisine. L/D/$.Historic Lancaster Tavern8373 Mary Ball Rd.Lancaster 462-0080Providing homestyle cookingand fine dining for over 200years. Breakfast Sat. and Sun.B/L/D/$-$$.www.lancastertavern.comHong Kong410 N. Main St.Kilmarnock 435-7979Chinese, Szechwan, Hunanand Cantonese. L/D/$.Hope and Glory Inn’sDining Hall65 Tavern Rd.Irvington 438-6053Fine dining, four courses,prix fixe. Reservations required.D/$$$.KC’s Crabs and Cues10428 Jessie Ball duPont Mem.Hwy.Kilmarnock 435-7665Dining room, a bar and 9 pooltables. Chesapeake Blue Crabsfor dinner. L/D/$$.Kilmarnock Inn34 E. Church St.Kilmarnock 435-0034Serving breakfast everyday.Available for private events.B/L/$$.King Carter Golf Club Cafe480 Old Saint Johns Rd.Kilmarnock 435-7843Located in the clubhouse atKing Carter Golf Club. Sandwichesand salads with fresh localseafood. Closed Mon. L/$.Newest Restaurant on Main St.Come experience our wonderful pub typeatmosphere and amazing service.Fri. & Sat. After 4pm - Tender Juicy PrimeRib or our Classic Fish FryLive EntertainmentAugust 1st - Acoustic Mike Jorgensen 6:30-8:30pmAugust 24th - Acoutsic with local William Berg 6:30-9:30pmFull Bar - Extensive Wine Menu • Check us out on Facebook!Mon-Thurs 11–9 • Fri & Sat 11–10 • Closed Sunday6553 Main Street, Gloucester • 693-2020Spicy Baked Shrimp1/2 cup olive oil2 tablespoons Cajun orCreole Seasoning2 tablespoons lemonjuice2 tablespoons choppedfresh parsley1 tablespoon honey1 tablespoon soy saucePinch of cayenne pepper1 pound uncooked, largeshrimp - shelled, deveinedCombine first 7 ingredientsin a 9 x 13 inch bakingdish. Add shrimp and tossto coat. Refrigerate for 1hour.Preheat over to 450degrees.Bake until shrimp arecook through, stirring occasionally,about 10 minutes.Serves 4Jackie CooperDeltavilleSend us your Rivah recipesto Rivah@rrecord.comBreakfast Tomato Eggs2 T. olive oil1 small onion, diced1 small fennel bulb,sliced in half and thinlysliced1 serrano chili, seededand chopped1 red pepper, seededand chopped2 cloves garlic, minced1 T. masa harissa flour1 t. paprika28 oz. choppedtomatoes with liquid½ c. water6 eggs, poached3 minutes½ c. crumbled fetaIn a large skilled, heatthe oil. Add the onion andfennel and cook until softened.Add chili and redpepper and cook until softened.Add the garlic, harissaand paprika and cook oneminute. Add the tomatoesand water and cook untilthickened. Serve in individualcasserole disheswith a poached egg on top.Top egg with crumbled fetacheese. Serve with popoversand fresh fruit. Youcan also make the saucethe night before and reheatjust before serving with thepoached eggs.Serves 6Fruit Ice CreamJo MasonKilmarnock1 large package of vanillainstantpudding2 large cans of evaporatedmilk2 cups of sugarDash of salt½ Teaspoon vanillaMix all together with yourfavorite fruit (2 cups).Put in ice cream maker.Deborah BrooksWhite StoneSteamboat RestaurantOpen to the Public“Raising the standards of being served.”Come experience dining at its finest,overlooking the greens.NEW MANAGEMENT,NEW MENU, NEW TEAMThursday night entertainment.Call for other special eventsand daily specials.Salads - Fresh, Local Seafood - PaninisSandwiches - SubsMany different Ethnic StaplesCatering and Private Parties available withBanquet & Pavilion rooms that can seat over 200.Call and book your party today!!6198 Stormont Road, Hartfield804-776-6589, Ext. 234

sphere. Full menu, local seafoodin season, homemade desserts.Serving since 1939. B/L/D/$.The Local4337 Irvington Rd.Irvington 438-9356Coffee, espresso, bagels,and muffins for breakfast andsoups, salads and sandwichesfor lunch. Outdoor patio. On/OffABC. B/L/$.Nate’s Trick Dog Cafe4357 Irvington Rd.Irvington 438-6363A restaurant full of music,laughter, and food. Reservationssuggested. D/$$$.www.natestrickdogcafe.comThe Oaks5434 Mary Ball Rd.Lively 462-7050“. . . more a great restaurant than a good one!”- Arthur Frommer’s Budget TravelServing great food at great prices since 1997What’s your favorite good eat?Open Thursday - Sunday from 5 p.m. to closingWeekly dining updates at GoodEatsCafe.net GiftsHomeAccessoriesGarden Art462-6260Do you have a businessin Lively?Advertise here!Call Troy 435.1701 ext. 15Casual family dining. Freshmeats and seafood specialsweekly. Daily specials. L/D/$$.Pizza Hut589 N. Main St.Kilmarnock 435-3551Different styles of pizza alongwith side dishes including salad,pasta, buffalo wings, breadsticks,and garlic bread. L/D/$$.River Lanes and Grill16 Town Centre Dr.Kilmarnock 436-9221Try Chef Ron Rhodus’ newmenu. $$.OF EASTERN VIRGINIARiver Market1 Rappahannock Dr.White Stone 435-1725Gourmet shop featuring lunchesand dinners to go. Homemadebread and salads, large wine selection.L/D/$-$$.Rocket Billy’s851 Rappahannock Dr.White Stone 435-7040Breakfast, sandwiches, burgers,crab cakes, and more. Outdoorpick-up window. B/L/$.Rose’s Steak House37 N. Main St.Kilmarnock 435-2855Featuring bison and angusburgers as well as steaks.D/$$$.Sal’s Pizza456 North Main St.Kilmarnock 435-6770Hot and cold subs, Italian dishesand pizza. L/D/$$.Sandpiper850 Rappahannock Dr.White Stone 435-6176Established in 1982. Specializingin fresh seafood and handcut meats. D/$$$.Savannah Joe’s Barbecue‘an eclectic collection...’462-0220 OpenOverlooking Cockrell’s CreekTuesday - Friday Open 5:00pmSaturday - Sunday Open 12 noonR E E D V I L L E M A R I N A5344 Mary Ball Rd. 804-462-7840 866-462-7840Greenpoint55 Irvington Rd.Kilmarnock 435-6000Real hickory pit, slow smokedbarbecued pork, ribs, chicken.Live entertainment Fri. nights.L/D/$.Seven606 Chesapeake Dr.White Stone 435-2300A sinful martini bar and restaurant.D/$$$.Stevie’s Ice Cream469 N. Main St.Kilmarnock 435-2252Cones, milkshakes, sundaes,specialty sundaes, Bay Blast,lattes, smoothies and snowcones. Outside seating only. $.Sting Ray’s Food Service3611 Irvington Rd.Irvington 436-2720Specialty burgers, Italian sausage,sandwiches, snow cones,ice cream sundaes and more. $5lunch specials and meal deals.Family oriented, pet friendly.B/L/$.RESTAURANTON HISTORIC MAIN STREETREEDVILLE, VIRGINIA804-453-6789. . . a village steeped inSouthernhospitality and rich inhistory.THE WORLD FAMOUSCORNER BAR & GRILLLocated in Uptown Lively • 462-0110HOURS M-Th 11AM - 11PMFri & Sat 11AM - 1AM • Closed Sunday(804) 462-5131 Member FDICDiningThai Pot36 N. Main St.Kilmarnock 436-THAIThai and American food. Outdoordining available. L/D/$$.Tides Inn – Dining Room480 King Carter Dr.Irvington 438-5000Regional favorites and gourmetfare with award winning winelist, views of Carters Creek. Dockand dine. D/$$$.www.tidesinn.comTides Inn – Chesapeake Club480 King Carter Dr.Irvington 438-5000Multi-tiered layout with acasual atmosphere and bar.B/L/D/$$-$$$.www.tidesinn.comTown Bistro62 Irvington Rd.Kilmarnock 435-0070Featuring a seasonal menuof locally inspired dishes. Openkitchen, full bar. Chef owned andoperated. D/$$$.TreyLeighs238 N. Main St.Kilmarnock 435-3523Fine food and spirits, locallychosen meats and produce.Soup, appetizers, salads, sandwiches,entrees and desserts.L/D/$$.Willaby’s327 Old Ferry Rd.White Stone 435-0000Serving lunch and dinner witha view of the Rappahannock River.L/D/$-$$.Visit us on facebook or www.willabys.comMathewsLinda’s Diner56 Buckley Hall Rd.Mathews 725-7070Hamburgers, BBQ, sandwiches,breakfast specials. Dinnerspecials Friday. B/L/$.Lynne’s Family Restaurant9303 Buckley Hall Rd.Mathews 725-9996Fresh seafood platter, primerib and fresh cut steaks.B/L/D/$$.Richardson’s Café12 Church St.Mathews 725-777236 f 35

Diningf 35Old-fashioned soda fountainand ice cream bar. Daily specialsand old time favorites. Lunchsandwiches, paninis, wraps andburgers. Dinner steaks, pastasand fresh, local seafood. L/D/$-$$.Sandpiper Reef342 Misti Cove Rd.Hallieford 725-3331A view of the Piankatank River.Fresh seafood and prime beef,original desserts. D/$$.Seabreeze384 Old Ferry Rd.Gwynn’s Island 725-4000Local seafood on the waterfront.B/L/D/$$.Shun XingChinese Restaurant183 Main St.Mathews 725-4682Szechwan, Canton and Hunancuisine. L/D/$.Skyy Blue Coffee Houseand Gallery50 Church St.Mathews 725-7682Relaxing, Bohemian atmospherefeaturing gourmet coffeeand coffee drinks, breakfast,baked goods and local artwork.Free Wi-Fi. B/$.Southwind Pizza44 Church St.Mathews 725-2766Homemade pizzas, sandwicheson homemade bread, freshlocal seafood, handcrafted beeron tap, live music some Sat.L/D/$$.Stan-Strings Family Kitchenand Pizza12 Linden Ave.Cobbs Creek 725-9797Down home Southern cooking.Pizza, steaks, seafood,sandwiches, paninis and subs.B/L/D/$.The White Dog Inn68 Church St.Mathews 725-7680Dine indoors or out at anhistoric inn. Coffee bar/bistro.L/D/$$.MiddlesexAll Fired UpSmokehouse and Grill25 Cross St.Urbanna 286-9016BBQ, smoked meats, seafood,steak, pasta, sandwiches.L/D/$$.Bethpage Miniature Golf andIce Creamery4817 Old Virginia St.Urbanna758-GOLFTwenty flavors of Hershey’shand dipped ice cream and softserve. Banana splits, sundaes,homemade waffle cones, milkshakes,smoothies and more. $.Blue Dog Restaurant15170 Geo. Wash. Mem. Hwy.Saluda 758-2070L/D/$.Cafe By the Bay17435 Gen. Puller Hwy.Deltaville 776-0303Sandwiches, paninis, saladsand coffee. B/L/$.Café Mojo230 Virginia St.Urbanna 758-4141Fresh seafood, pastas, internationalfare. Dine Caribbeanstyle. Reservations accepted forparties of 6 or more. D/$$$.China Spring126 Gen. Puller Hwy.Saluda 758-2266Szechuan, Hunan and Cantonesecuisine. L/D/$.CoCoMo’s1134 Timberneck Rd.Deltaville 776-8822Offering fresh seafood, steaks,burgers and sandwiches as wellas a full bar. L/D/$$-$$$.Colonial Pizza50 Watling St.Urbanna 758-4079Greek-Italian and Americanfood. L/D/$$.Cross Street Coffee51 Cross St.Urbanna 758-1002Gourmet and organic coffee.Sandwiches, paninis and pastries.B/L/$.Dano’s Pizza10880 Gen. Puller Hwy.Hartfield 776-8031Pizza and subs. Free delivery.L/D/$$.Debbie’s Family Restaurant6209 Gen. Puller Hwy.Locust Hill 758-9595Steak, salmon, pastas, salads,sandwiches, seafood, Buildyour own burgers. B/L/D/$$.Doghouse Deli16314 Gen. Puller Hwy.Deltaville 776-0099Breakfast, sandwiches, icecream, daily specials. Localmarina pick-up available. Hoursvary. B/L/$.DooWilly ConcessionsTruck 758-0630Cheese steaks, crab cakes,seafood, sandwiches, subs,wraps, daily specials. Cateringand special events. $.Eckhard’s2700 Greys Pt. Rd.Topping 758-4060German, Italian, fresh seafood,Black Angus steaks. Chef’s dailyspecials. Featuring Black Angusprime rib Fri. and Sat. Reservationssuggested. D/$$$.Keepers15447 Geo. Wash. Mem. Hwy.Saluda 758-5720Hot grill. B/L/$.Capt. Tom’sOyster FloatsOyster Gardening Floats,Spat and SuppliesDelivery and Set-up ServicesVisit ourwebsite forour Deltaville& IrvingtonFarmers’Market showdates!Can’t wait fora show? Suppliesavailable at ourHartfield, Onancockand Chesapeakelocations. Call or visitour website!The “Vineyard Restaurant”at Jacey WineryEnjoy unique dining experiences in the center of our vineyardTom NoffsingerDeltaville, Va.Phone: (804) 815-1423www.oystergardening.comtom@oystergardening.comThursday through Saturday Lunch 11:00 - 3:00 Wine Tastings Thursday through Sunday 10:00 - 5:00(804) 580-4053Located at 619 Train Lane, Wicomico Church, Va.From Route 200 in Wicomico Church take Remo Road-Rt 609 East for 2 miles.Right on Mill Point Road and Left on Train Lane.www.jaceyvineyards.com36

Diningf 37The Daily130 Court CircleWarsaw 333-3455Coffee shop with breakfastsandwiches, paninis, deli sandwichesand salads. B/L/$.Fat Finch Cafe4288 Richmond Rd.Warsaw 333-3188Seafood and steaks. L/D/$-$$$.Hunan VillageChinese Restaurant453 Main St.Warsaw 333-1688Specializing in Hunan andSzechwan Cuisine. L/D/$.Northern Neck Gourmet115 Main St.Warsaw 333-3012Homemade chicken salad andquiche, sandwiches and salads.L/D/$.www.northerneckgourmet.comRoma’s Italian Restaurant5061 Richmond Rd.Warsaw 333-1932Complete Italian menu. L/D/$-$$.WestmorelandAC’s Cafe and Sports Grill190 Plantation Dr.Coles Point 472-5528Come by land or water.L/D/$.Angelo’s15835 Kings Hwy.Montross 493-8694Italian dishes including pasta,sandwiches, subs; gyros, steaksand more. L/D/$-$$.The Art of Coffee15722 Kings Hwy.Montross 493-9651Serving full breakfast, lunchesand gourmet coffees, lattes, pastries,frappes and smoothies $.www.theartofcoffee.bizBackdraft7415 Oldhams Rd.Kinsale 472-4200B/L/D/$$.and the Blue Heron Pub1787 Castlewood Dr.Colonial Beach 224-8726Seafood, steak, veal, pastaand chicken. L/D/$$.Driftwood5157 Coles Point Rd.Hague 472-3892Fresh seafood, steaks andhome cooked vegetables. L/D/$-$$.Espresso Station215 Washington Ave.Colonial Beach 224-0045Gourmet coffee shop. $.Fat Freda’s119 Hawthorne St.Colonial Beach 224-1211Soups, sandwiches. L/D/$.Good Eats Cafe12720 Cople Hwy.Kinsale 472-4385Chef-owned since 1997. Yourbest chance for a great mealwith local wines, children’s menuand full bar. Visit us on FacebookD/$$.High Tides on the Potomac205 Taylor St.Colonial Beach 224-8433 Good Friends~Great Food~Good TimesLunch daily:11am-4pmDinner Wed-Sunday: 5-10pmSunday brunch:11am262 Quinton Oaks Lane, Callao • 804-529-5200Steak and seafood restaurantand tiki bar. L/D/$-$$.The Inn at Montross21 Polk St.Montross 493-8624Fine dining, catered events.Open Thurs.–Sun. D/$$$.Kinsale Harbour Restaurant285 Kinsale Rd.Kinsale 472-2514Come by boat or by car.B/L./D/$-$$.The LighthouseRestaurant & Lounge11 Monroe Bay Ave.Colonial Beach 224-7580Seafood, steaks, all Americanfare. Hard shell crabs in season.The MooringAntonino RandazzoJennifer Randazzo804-529-754858 Northumberland HwyCallao, VA 22435www.NinosPizzaCallao.CALLAO BUY-RITELargest discount store inNorthumberland County58 Northumberland Hwy., Callao804-529-7505363 Allen Point Ln.Kinsale 472-4470Sat. & Sun. L/D/$$.Nancy’s Ice Cream Shoppe301 Washington Ave.Colonial Beach 224-1212Soft serve ice cream cones,milkshakes, sundaes, flurries,floats, malts, brownie a la modes,banana splits, snowballs. $.Riverboat on the Potomac301 Beach TerraceColonial Beach 224-7055Potomac River views.B/L/D/$$-$$$.Seaside French and Thai201 Wilder Ave.Colonial Beach 224-2410L/D/$$.804-333-4700Stratford Hall Dining Room483 Great House Rd.Stratford 493-1965Soups, sandwiches, seafoodand more L/$.Wilkerson’sSeafood Restaurant3900 Mckinney Blvd.Colonial Beach 224-7117Seafood, buffet and sandwiches.L/D/$-$$.Yesterday’s15220 Kings Hwy.Montross 493-0718Prime rib, seafood, steaks,chops, pasta and Mexican.L/D/$$.For All YourCraft Needs!Open Tues.-Sat.804-529-52102248 Hampton Hall Road, Rt. 202CRALLEINSURANCE AGENCYGENERAL INSURANCECallao, VA (804) 529-6226Coles Point TavernRestaurant and Bar850 Salisburg Park Rd.Hague 472-3856B/L/D/$.Dockside RestaurantBanes N. N. UpholsteryMarine - Custom Tops - EnclosuresFurniture & Fabricswww.BanesUholstery.comVisit us on Facebook /Banes Upholstery129 Northumberland Hwy.Callao, Va. • 804- 529-7652To Advertise inThe Rivah Visitors GuideCall Marilyn804-435-1701 ext. 1138

All campgrounds provide fullwater, electric and sewagehookups unless noted and allphone numbers are in the (804)area code. Contact the camp formore information and for rates.GloucesterYogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resort3149 Campground Rd.Hayes 642-4316On the Severn River. 235 sites,RV and tent camping, fishing andcrabbing piers, Recreation Center,playground, Jumping Pillow,boat landing and rental cottages.A splash park with two 70-footlong slides and six water features.Birthday party packages,private parties and day passesavailable.Facebook.com/JellystoneGPThousand Trails – ChesapeakeBay Preserve12014 Trails Ln.Gloucester 693-6924On Piankatank River. 400 sites,nationwide membership camping,pool, boating facilities, campstore, entertainment, organizedactivities.LancasterBelle Isle State Park1632 Belle Isle Rd.Lancaster (800) 933-ParkCampsites (28), canoe/kayakcampsites (8), rental cabins,mansion and guest house. Freeboat launch for overnight guests.Trails, fishing pier, canoe andmotor boat rentals, camp store,laundry facilities, bath house andrestrooms.www.virginiastateparks.govMathewsGwynn’s Island RV Resort551 Buck Chase Rd.Gwynn 725-5700125 sites, sand beach, portableboat launching, boat rampnearby, recreation hall, campstore.New Point ComfortRV Resort846 Sand Bank Rd.New Point 725-5120300 sites, boating facilities,pool, playgrounds, recreation hall,planned entertainment. Sites onwaterfront.Rivah CampingMiddlesexBethpage Camp-Resort679 Browns Ln.Urbanna 758-43491,000 sites, water park, conferencecenter, playgrounds, organizedactivities, charter fishingand cruise boats, boat slips, boatstorage, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom vacationrentals. 2005-06 NationalRV Park of the Year.Bush Park Campground724 Bushy Park Rd.Wake 776-6750400 sites, year-round section,pool, recreation hall, laundry,scheduled activities, pier, boatramp.Cross Rip Ltd.Cross Rip Rd.Deltaville 776-9324Beach boat basin, water andelectric. Reservations requested.www.crossripcamp.comGrey’s Point Camp3601 Greys Point Rd.Topping 758-2485700 sites, boat ramp and slips,bait and tackle shop (VirginiaSaltwater Tournament weigh station),recreation hall, splash poolwater park, nature trails, plannedentertainment.Grey’s Point Camp in Topping offers nature trails and water sports.NorthumberlandChesapeake Bay Camp-Resort382 Campground Rd.Reedville 453-3430On Little Wicomico River. Pool,children’s playground, mini golf,satellite TV, hot showers, canoerentals and boat ramp. Big rigsites, tent and smaller RV sitesavailable.Smith Point Marinaand Campground989 Sunny Bank Rd.Reedville 453-4077On Little Wicomico River. 10campsites for seasonal campers.RichmondHeritage Park2570 Newland Rd.Warsaw 333-403878 sites plus log cabins, 243acres, pool, boat ramp, hikingtrails, shaded picnic grounds. 2BR cabins available.Naylors Beach Campground4011 Naylors Beach Rd.Warsaw 333-3951Sites for tents and trailers,camp store, playground, boatramp. Open May 1-Sept. 30.WestmorelandHarbor View Campground15 Harbor View CircleColonial Beach 224-8164Open May–Sept. 140 campsiteswith full hookups. Familyoriented, outdoor pool, recreationcenter, boat slips, fishing, picnicarea, horseshoes, playgroundand basketball.Leedstown Campground2195 Leedstown Rd.Oak Grove 224-7445Open May 1–Nov. 1. 20 RVsites. 10 tent sites. Waterfrontcamping, fishing pier, boat launch,gas dock, camp store and arcade.Monroe Bay Campground1412 Monroe Bay CircleColonial Beach 224-7418302 sites, including 134 fullhookup sites. Playground, gameroom, campground store, propaneon site, beach area andboat ramp.www.monroebaycampground.comWestmoreland State Park1650 State Park Rd.Montross 493-8821Camping (133 sites), groupcamping (3 sites), and 26 cabins.Pool and boat launch free for overnightguests. Camp store, laundryfacilities and bathhouse.Casting callissued forchildren’s playBURGESS—Auditions will beheld from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. August 6 at15932 Northumberland Highway inBurgess for the Missoula Children’sTheatre (MCT) production of “ThePied Piper.”Those who are auditioning shouldplan to arrive at 9 a.m. and stay forthe entire time, said Beverly Jenkins.Some of the cast members willbe asked to remain for a rehearsalimmediately following the auditions.Among roles to be cast are thePied Piper, Sara, the Mayor’s Sonand Daughter, the Mayor’s Council,Cooks, Townskids and the troublesomeRats, said Jenkins. Studentsin grades 1 through 12 are urgedto audition. No prior experience isnecessary.Assistant directors also will becast to help with rehearsals throughoutthe week and to take on essentialbackstage responsibilities, she said.The MCT touring productions arecomplete with costumes, scenery,props and makeup. MCT tour actor/directors will conduct the rehearsalsfrom 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. daily.The play will be presented at 3and 5:30 p.m. August 11 at 15932Northumberland Highway in Burgess.The MCT residency in Burgessis sponsored by Shiloh CommunityMinistries with support from ShilohBaptist Church.For more information, call Jenkinsat 453-3134, or Shiloh CommunityMinistries at 453-2601.‘Galleria’ isAugust 18in UrbannaURBANNA—The MiddlesexCounty Woman’s Club (MCWC)will host its third annual “Galleria”from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on Saturday,August 18, at the club building at210 Virginia Street in Urbanna.The Galleria is a collection of“small shops,” both inside andoutside the club building, offeringconsultants from the PamperedChef, Tupperware and others aswell as crafters offering for salemany handmade items.All proceeds go directly into theclub scholarship fund. 39

y Tom ChillemiGearing down to the relaxed pace of Virginia’sRivah Country is hard for some folks. Thosewho find it difficult to do nothing may want totry an unusual experience while visiting.Zekiah Glass in Richmond County nearWarsaw affords the opportunity to design andmake a unique stained glass in just two days.Bob and “Barney” Harris, husband and wifeentrepreneurs, have created Chestnut CoveBed & Breakfast on Morattico Creek off theRappahannock River near Farnham. Guestshave the option of learning from Barney how tomake their very own stained glass panel.Barney started making stained glass as ahobby in the early 1980s and started teachingher art about 15 years ago.The class goes beyond working with a kit,and students actually design their own panels.Sometimes they have an idea or a photo. Barneywill draw it full size. “They look over my shoulderand we tweak it until it’s just how they wantit to be,” she said.The creative processBarney said it’s not difficult and anyone can doit. “It’s time consuming, and labor intensive, butI’ve found that if people like to do things withtheir hands, or if they’re artistic or mechanical,they can do it.”She gets some “Type A” personalities who wantto get away and relax, but can’t just sit in a beachchair very long. They find it relaxing to be able tocreate something they can take home. “It’s a getawaything, but you get to accomplish something.”Barney is the antidote for a hurried world.Her calm and reassuring teaching manner gives40

The design takes form as pieces of glass are tacked to a table withhorseshoe nails. (Also see opposite page, bottom photo.)Opposite page, top photo: A class in session at the workshop atZekiah Glass.Barney Harris (right) explains how to “chase” the solderwith the iron.confidence to the novice. “I was able to do farmore than I thought I could,” said Amy Fox asshe soldered her stained glass of a morningglory. “I’m totally pumped.”The class runs from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. withlunch provided. Barney’s students remark howfast the time goes by. “We had to be kickedout of here for lunch and dinner, “ said SarahBrophy, who enjoyed being immersed in thecreative process for two days. “I would havenever guessed I could do this.”Barney takes a relaxed approach, breaking theartistic process into steps. She explains how tocut the individual pieces and shape them on asander, wrap them with foil, then solder themtogether. Barney frames it. Then it’s coated in aprocess to give it a deep patina (surface tarnish).Students practice each technique, anddevelop skills along the way, Barney explainswhy some things are necessary, problems towatch out for, and solutions.Barney imparts a lifetime of artistic experience.“Not every piece of glass cuts exactly theway you want,” she tells her students. “You cango with the way it comes out, and change yourdesign a little.”Fox added, “You will have things that won’tbe the way you want them to be.”To which Barney quipped, “But things usuallyget better.”That’s a reflection of life.On a recent weekend, four women whohave been friends for decades came to ZekiahGlass. “We were trying to think of what advicewe would give to young people,” said CaseyHovick. Among their advice was to keep learningnew skills, be flexible, and make time forfriends. “This class met all that,” she said.continued on page 42A bead of solder on each side holds the pieces in place. 41

continued from page 41I was ableto do farmore thanI thought Icould.–Amy FoxTop photo: The first look at the framed creation is ahuge moment.Bottom photo: Casey Hovick (right) lights up as shesees sunlight shining through her stained glass forthe first time. Teacher Barney Harris (left) sharesher satisfaction.Bay School Community Arts Center279 Main StreetMathews, VA 23109o The Bay School will have twoclasses on Saturday, August 25. Learnto weave a “Lunch Pail Basket” from9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Also offered is aworkshop titled “Botanical Watercolors”from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.o For more class information, call 725-1278, or visit www.bayschool-arts.comGloucester Arts on Main6580-B Main StreetGloucester, VA 23061o Gloucester Arts on Maia variety of classes includphoto clinic on Saturdaysand free fi gure sketchingWednesdays at 6:30 p.m.o For more information, cor visit www.gloucesterart42

Dig this experienceDid you ever want to be an archaeologistand feel the thrill of discovering the past andthe landscape of our ancestors.The Fairfield Foundation offers thatexperience on the Middle Peninsula. Thenon-profit foundation offers the uniqueexperience of working alongside archaeologistsduring excavations on historicsites throughout the region. Fairfield Plantationin Gloucester County is one of thesesites.No equipment, experience, or preconceivednotions are necessary—just anenthusiasm for discovering the past. Volunteersare welcome for the day (or longer)and training is provided on-site.Opportunities in the lab are also available,especially on particularly hot days.Few experiences are more memorable thanactually discovering history, and connectingwith the past in a hands-on activity.For more information, contact DavidBrown and Thane Harpole at the FairfieldFoundation (804-815-4467; www.fairfieldfoundation.org;fairfield@inna.net). Thereis no fee to participate, but scheduling atleast one week in advance is necessary. Mostactivities take place on weekdays, but occasionalweekend excavations are available.n offersing a freeat 11 a.m.;essions onRappahannock Art League19 North Main St.Kilmarnock, VA 22482o RAL has exhibits, workshops, artforums and more throughout the year.o For more information, call 436-9309or visit www.ralgallery.comall 824-9464s.org. 43

Rivah Parks & RecreationAll area codes are (804)unless otherwise listed.EssexEssex County Parks andRecreation Department305 Cross Street443-2470Sports activities for youthand adults. Ball fields atEssex High School.Marsh Street ParkMarsh St.Tappahannock 443-2470The park is run by EssexCounty Parks and RecreationDepartment, pool open June–Aug., Tues.–Sat. 11 a.m.–6p.m. and Sun. 1–6 p.m.Tennis Courts833 High School CircleTappahannock 443-2470At Essex High School. Opento the public from 5 p.m. untildark when school is not insession.GloucesterArk Park7963 Number Nine Rd.GloucesterThis active park featuressoccer fields, a softballfield, outdoor basketballcourt, restrooms and a largeplayground.Beaverdam Park8687 Roaring Springs Rd.Gloucester 693-2107The park contains a 635-acre freshwater lake. Elevenfish attractors and severalspecies of fish are foundthere. Canoes, kayaks, paddleboats, and Jon boatswith or without electric motorsare for rent. Launchyour own for a fee. Motorspowered by fuels are notpermitted. The park has aplayground, picnic shelterand an extensive hiking trailsystem including an interpretivetrail, and multi-use trailfor horseback riding or biking.Open daily from sunriseto sunset. Fishing and huntinglicenses, bait and snacksare available.Brown ParkFoster Rd.GloucesterFeatures a half pipe andlarge concrete area withramps and rails for skateboarders.An open, treelinedgrass area is alsoavailable.Gloucester Point BeachPark1255 Greate Rd.Gloucester PointThe park offers fishingwith no license required,public beach, playground,restrooms, snack bar, an observationdeck with high poweredbinoculars to view birdsand wildlife.The GloucesterDepartment of Parks andRecreation6467 Main Street693-235525 public parks or water accessareas.Public BeachGloucester Point Beach onRt. 1208 at the York River.Fishing and restrooms.Tyndall Point Park1376 Vernon St.Gloucester PointThe park contains remnantsof Confederate and Union fortifications.It is the site of colonialGloucester Towne, thefirst building of which was atobacco warehouse built in1632. It also has open playareas.Woodville ParkBray’s Point Rd / WoodvillePark RdThe county’s newestpark contains hundreds ofacres of land donated toGloucester for preservationof green space. It will includesoccer and football fields,gardens, hiking paths andoffer an area for eventsand social activities.LancasterBelle Isle State Park1632 Belle Isle Rd.Lancaster 462-5030A 700-acre park on theRappahannock River, Mulberryand Deep creeks. Opendaily, sunrise to sunset. Picnicareas, handicap accessibleboardwalk and fishingEnjoy one of the area’s many nature trails, such as Hickory Hollow(above) in Lancaster Court House.pier, hiking/biking trails,bridle paths, motorboat ramp($3 fee). Canoe and kayakrentals, bicycle and motorboatrentals. The park alsooffers sunset and moonlightcanoe trips, nature programsand overnight camping andaccommodations. Parking fee$3 weekends/holidays, $2weekdays.www.virginiastateparks.govScottie YardLocated on N. Main St.and Town Centre Dr. hisKilmarnock Dog Park featuresoff-leash play areas for smalland large dogs. Open dawn todusk.Hiking TrailsHickory Hollow Trail, 2 milesof marked trail, Regina Rd.(Rt. 604) in Lancaster Courthouse.Open dawn to dusk.Chesapeake Trail, 1.5 mi.hiking trail geared to kids,Mary Ball Rd. (Rt.3) ¼ mileeast of Lancaster Courthouse.Open dawn to dusk.Baylor Nature Trail onNorris Pond in Kilmarnock ison a former logging road. OnMary Ball Rd. (Rt. 3) east ofdowntown Kilmarnock. Opendawn to dusk.Public BeachWestland Beach at the terminusof Windmill Point Rd.(Rt. 695) provides access tothe Chesapeake Bay. Opendawn to dusk.MathewsBethel BeachNatural Area PreserveTurn left on Rt. 611just south of the town ofMathews. Turn right on Rt.643, then left on Rt. 609.This 50-acre parcel containsa sandy beach, low dunes andsalt marsh habitat borderingthe Chesapeake Bay. Over90 bird species have beenreported on the preserve,which also protects the globallyrare Northeastern BeachTiger Beetle.Mathews Recreation ParkThe park is next to MathewsHigh School. It has a softballfield, basketball court,playground and two lightedtennis courts. Rt. 14 abouta mile north of MathewsCourthouse.Public BeachesNew Point Comfort Islandat the Bay is accessible onlyby boat at high tide.Haven Beach, Diggs on Rt.643 at the Bay.MiddlesexHolly Point Nature ParkDeltavilleThe park offers a retreat onthe banks of Mill Creek. Activitiesavailable are picnicking,bird watching or walking thenature trail. Visitors can explorethe fish-shaped wildflowermeadow and view the boatsexhibited by the Deltaville MaritimeMuseum. There is also achildren’s garden and kayaklanding. Open daily from dawnto dusk.Lewis B. Puller MemorialParkSaludaThe park is sponsored bythe Middlesex County Museumand is open 24 hours aday and is on Business Rt. 17across from the museum.Urbanna Waterman’s ParkThe park is at the end ofColorado Ave. in Urbanna andoverlooks the RappahannockRiver. There is a picnic areaand the park is open fromsunup to sundown.Middlesex CountySports ComplexWalking track, volleyballand basketball courts, soccer/footballfield (open dawnto dusk), softball/baseballfields (must be scheduledthrough Sports ComplexCommittee.)Public BeachWake Beach at the end ofRt. 627.Swimming PoolsTown of Urbanna andDeltaville Community Association(for residents and guestsof residents).Taber Park351 Bonner St.UrbannaFor residents and guestsof residents: playground, andswimming.King GeorgeCaledon Natural Area(800) 933-PARKA National Natural Landmark,Caledon was the earlycolonial seat of the Alexanderfamily. John and PhilipAlexander founded the city ofAlexandria and establishedCaledon Plantation in 1659.Preservation of the bald eaglehabitat is the primary focus ofthe natural area. Five hikingtrails, limited tours of the eaglearea are offered mid-Junethrough Aug. by reservationonly. Guests can learn moreabout Caledon by touring thevisitor center.Barnesfield Park(540) 663-3205Hwy. 301 at the Potomac44

f 47Gateway Welcome Center,King George. 175-acre countypark on the Potomac Riverwith nature trails, picnic areas,playground, and beachfishing.NorthumberlandBush Mill StreamNatural Area PreserveAt the mouth of Bush MillStream freshwater meetsthe saltwater of the GreatWicomico River. Tidal marshesand mud flats betweensteep-sided forested shores.Access by foot or canoe.Open daylight hours. Trails,boardwalk, viewing platformand interpretive signs for anabundance of wildlife. Fourmiles from Heathsville onCourthouse Rd. (Rt. 201),continue straight on KnightsLodge Dr. (Rt. 642) for halfa mile, and turn left at thesign.Dameron MarshNatural Area Preserve225-2303This 316-acre preservecontains one of the mostsignificant wetlands on theChesapeake Bay for marshbirdcommunities. Sandbeach habitat is important forthe threatened northeasternbeach tiger beetle. Facilitiesinclude a trail and boardwalk,a wildlife viewing platform,and parking area. Jessie BallduPont Mem. Hwy (Rt. 200)to Shiloh School Rd. (Rt. 606)turn left on Balls Neck Rd.(Rt. 605).Fishing PiersThe Great Wicomico PublicFishing Pier is on thesouthern shore of the GreatWicomico River just off JessieBall duPont Mem. Hwy. (Rt.200) near the bridge at GlebePoint. Open from sunrise tosunset.Hughlett PointNatural Area Preserve225-2303The 205-acre preserve hassand beaches on the ChesapeakeBay and the mouth ofDividing Creek, hiking trailsand observation decks toview shorebirds, deer, turkeyand migratory waterfowl.The beaches are home tothe threatened northeasternbeach tiger beetle. Take JessieBall duPont Mem. Hwy.(Rt. 200) turn on ShilohSchool Rd. (Rt. 606) to theend. Turn right on Balls NeckRd. (Rt. 605).Public BeachVir-Mar Beach at the end ofVir-Mar Beach Rd. (Rt. 643 )in Hack’s Neck.RichmondFishing PierRt. 624 to Rt. 638.Public Beach4011 Naylors Beach Rd.WarsawTake Rt. 360 to Rt. 624 toRt. 634.Public Hiking TrailsWarsawRichmond County trail behindRappahannock CommunityCollege, Rt. 360.Rappahannock River ValleyNational Wildlife Refuge336 Wilna Rd.WarsawOne of four refuges thatcomprise the Eastern VirginiaRivers National WildlifeRefuge Complex. It protects20,000 acres of wetlandsand associated uplandsalong the river and its majortributaries. At least fourfederally-listed threatened orendangered species may befound, including the Americanbald eagle, peregrinefalcon, shortnose sturgeon,and sensitive joint vetch. TheRefuge hosts three sites onthe Virginia Birding and WildlifeTrail.Totuskey TricentennialParkWith boat landing, Rt. 3 atTotuskey Creek Bridge.Wilna Pond333-1470A 35-acre site, is open topublic fishing. The pond ishome to large mouth bass,bluegill sunfish, fliers, yellowbullhead catfish andAmerican eel. The Wilna Unitis open for observation andphotography daily, sunrise tosunset. Access for canoesand kayaks is available.All other refuge units areopen by advanced reservationonly. Headquarters areopen Mon.–Fri., 8 a.m.–4:30p.m., except federal holidays.From Tappahannock,take US-360 E. toward Warsaw.Follow US-360 E. for4.1 miles, then turn leftonto Rt. 624/Newland Rd.Follow Newland Rd. for 4.2miles, then turn left ontoStrangeway/Rt 636. FollowStrangeway for ¼ mile, thenturn right onto Sandy Ln./Rt 640. Follow Sandy Ln. for1.1 miles, then turn left intoRappahannock River ValleyNWR.WestmorelandA.T. JohnsonRecreation Center18849 Kings Hwy.MontrossAerobics, dance classes,cooking programs, basketball,gymnastics, volleyball,enclosed batting cage, soccerand baseball fields and smallauditorium. Meeting room andpatio available for rental.Castlewood ParkOn Castlewood Dr. Permitrequired for parties over 20people.Hurt Field at Legion ParkRt. 3 west of Montross.Four-acre public park adjacentto Chandlers Mill Pond offeringrecreational opportunitiesfor county residents.Oak Grove ParkRt. 205 between Oak Groveand Colonial Beach. Eightacrepublic park featuringasports field, playground andpicnic area.Robin Grove ParkColonial BeachOn Robin Grove, off MonroeBay Ave.Public BeachColonial BeachSunrise to sunset.Voorhees Nature Preserve1235 Berry Farm Ln.Colonial Beach(434) 295-6106A 729-acre preserveon the northeast bank ofRappahannock River, next toWestmoreland Berry Farm.Four miles of wooded trails forself-guided walks. Trail mapavailable at the WestmorelandBerry Farm store. Open weekends,8 a.m.–6 p.m., Apr.22–Dec. 17.Westmoreland Parks andRecreation Department493-8163Provides recreation servicesto all county citizens andvisitors.Westmoreland State Park1650 State Park Rd.MontrossThe park extends aboutone and a half miles alongthe Potomac River, andits 1,299 acres neighborthe former homes of bothGeorge Washington andRobert E. Lee. The HorseheadCliffs provide visitorswith a spectacular view ofthe Potomac River. The parkoffers hiking, camping, cabins,fishing, boating andswimming. The visitor centergives an historical andecological perspective toan important natural areaon the coastal plain.If you have aRivah House,you need aRivah Dentist!Eric N. Miller D.D.S.ParksCivil WarprogramplannedMATHEWS—The MathewsCounty SesquicentennialCommittee will sponsor a visitfrom Captain Sally Tompkinsof the Confederate Army onSaturday, August 4, at 7 p.m.in the old Mathews Courthousebuilding.Captain Sally will talk abouther war years as director ofRobertson Hospital in Richmond.Come and meet CaptainSally and find out about life inRichmond during the war. Formore information, call 725-7418.Send usyourRivah recipesRivah@RRecord.comNow Accepting New PatientsAdvanced General, Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry® 45

Hartfield couple survives boat crashby Tom ChillemiCarolyn and Joe Schott ofHartfield started sailing togetheron a Sunfish over 50 years agowhile in college. They average1,500 miles sailing per summerand never had a boating accident—until Friday the 13th of July.No one was seriously injuredwhen the Schotts’ 41-foot sailboatand a 35-foot powerboat collidedat 4:05 a.m. in the Atlantic Ocean,said Carolyn Schott.This story, which could havehad a tragic ending, began the daybefore when the Schotts, with theircat aboard, sailed “Obsession”from Wilton Creek at Hartfielddown the Chesapeake Bay and upthe East Coast. They were on theirway to Cape May, New Jersey, thefirst stop on a three-week vacation.Just before sunrise on Friday,the Schotts were motor sailingat about 6.5 knots off BethanyBeach, Delaware. Visibility wasimproving. The moon was behindthe clouds, but there were lots ofstars. The lights on shore were visibleabout 7 miles away.The Schotts didn’t know therewas a fishing tournament aboutto begin at Bethany Beach, orthat boats would be leaving portsA 35-foot powerboat (right) sank after the collision with Carolyn and Joe Schott’s sailboat “Obsession” (left).headed for the canyon to fish fortuna.The Schotts had just switchedplaces on a 2-hour watch. Joeexplained to Carolyn the referencepoints and lights he was using tonavigate.Carolyn watched the boat’sradar, which showed nothing. Shefinished a 360-degree scan aroundthe boat and saw no lights.However, Carolyn soon heardAllison’s AwningsAdd exterior space with beautiful and colorfulSunbrella fabrics. Increase energy efficiencythrough shading. Protection from the elements onyour deck or patio. Call for your FREE estimate.Go with Long & Fosterʼs BEST, ask for Will or Bonnie VEST!Summer SaleStarts August 1Ladies ApparelCasual, Cruise & Special OccasionJewelry & AccessoriesMon.-Sat. 10 am-5 pm • Sunday 12-4 pm12 South Main Street, Kilmarnock, Va.804-435-220046

a “whining sound like a smallaircraft.” Then, there was a hugeimpact. Joe, who was lying on theopen cockpit settee, was knockedto the floor. Carolyn was thrownforward toward the companionway, the opening that leads to thecabin below.They looked up to see the bowof a 35-foot powerboat on top oftheir boat’s bow, just in front ofthe mast and just a few yards fromwhere they were.They put on their automaticinflatinglife vests, which theyhad with them in the cockpit. Joewent forward and found about 8feet of the powerboat across their Item,” quickly took on water andeventually sank. The occupantswere able to deploy a life raft.There had been six people onboard the powerboat, and now fourof them were in the water. Theywere taken aboard the Schotts’sailboat.Meanwhile, Carolyn had triedto use the VHF radio to “MayDay” the U.S. Coast Guard, buttheir boat’s mast was broken nearits base, so the antenna was in thewater.Although her cell phone indicatedonly one bar of service, shewas able to call 911 and gave thecoordinates before she lost theconnection. The 911 dispatcherrelayed the information to theIndian River Coast Guard Station,which sent a boat to the crashscene. The rescue boat arrivedabout 30 minutes later. AnotherUSCG boat was sent from CapeMay, N.J.Where was Smokey?Carolyn explained that Smokey,the Schotts’ 16-year-old cat, hadbeen sleeping on the cabin floorwithin 3 feet of the impact andalmost right under the mast, whichhad been broken off near its base.Smokey doesn’t like loud noisesand he ran to the stern—his safehaven. “I can imagine him runningthere as fast as he could,” said Carolyn.“I’m surprised I didn’t seehis claw scratches in the woodwork.”Carolyn put Smokey in his catlife vest.As they waited for the CoastGuard, Carolyn gathered up essentialitems that they would need.Smokey was placed in a canvasice bag, the kind of bag that hehad been known to sleep in. “Helet me put him in the bag andwhen I took him outside he lookedaround like, ‘What is going on?’We transferred him to four differentboats and he must have feltsafe in his bag.”Smokey stayed with a ladynamed Susan, who ran the ship’sstore at Indian River Marina,while the Schotts unloaded theboat. “She took us under herSmokey in his bag.wing,” said Carolyn. “Everyonewas extremely nice.”Carolyn also was impressedwith the Coast Guard. “The CoastGuard guys and gals were welltrained and were super great.”What can be learned from theirexperience? “I cannot emphasizeenough how important it is totake a safe boating course,” saidCarolyn. “They go through all theprocedures to prevent these thingsfrom happening.”She added, “Sometimes wepoo-poo these courses thinking,‘I know how to do this stuff.’ Wetake things for granted. But in situationslike this (crash) you reactautomatically because you’vebeen through them many times inyour mind.”RivahSafetyTake asafe boatingcourseby Tom ChillemiSailors for 50 years, Carolyn and Joe Schott of Hartfieldwere involved in a serious boat collision on July 13. Carolynhas this advice: “I cannot emphasize enough how important itis to take a safe boating course. They go through all the proceduresto prevent these things from happening.”She added, “Sometimes we poo-poo these courses thinking,‘I know how to do this stuff.’ We take things for granted. Butin situations like this (crash) you react automatically becauseyou’ve been through them many times in your mind.”Taking a boating safety course is not only a good idea, butit’s also the law.Virginia is phasing in a requirement that all motorboat operatorsmust pass an approved boating safety course.Currently (as of July 1, 2012), motorboat operators 30 yearsof age and younger and all personal watercraft operators arerequired to have taken the class.On July 1, 2013 those 40 years of age and younger musthave completed a safe boating course. The requirement willapply to a different age group each July 1 through 2016, whenall motorboat operators will be required to have completed thecourse.U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary 62 of Deltaville is offering theclass twice in August in Urbanna. The class can be taken in two4-hour sessions on August 9 and 16 starting at 7 p.m.; or the8-hour class is available on Saturday, August 18, starting at 9a.m. The course is free.In addition, the USCG Auxiliary will teach the course togroups of five or more persons at a time and place to fit thegroup’s schedule.For information, call E.T. Minter at 301-741-3513, or registervia email at etfc62@hotmail.com.A list of all Boating Safety Education courses is at www.DGIF.gov.Upcoming classes in Rivah Country include: Rescue Station #3, Hayes. Gloucester County. Kilmarnock. Montross. Kilmarnock. starting August 22 and running through October 22. Call350-8630. 47

All area codes are (804) unlessotherwise listed.EssexEssex County Museumand Historical Society218 Water Ln.Tappahannock 443-4690Included is the “Carl D. SilverGallery,” another smallergallery, a gift shop, referenceroom, document storage room,and handicap accessiblerestrooms.Exhibits of interest include“from Sandlot to Semipro: Baseballin Essex County,” whichfollows the story of America’spastime in the county from justafter the Civil War to presentday. The museum also housesa civil war diorama: “Ft. Lowry.”Continuing exhibits include prehistoricfossils, Native Americanartifacts, colonial relics,and items from the AmericanRevolution, Bacon’s Rebellion,the Civil War and World Wars Iand II.Open free of charge daily (exceptfor Wed. and Sun.) from 10a.m.–3 p.m.GloucesterGloucester Museumof History6539 Main St.Gloucester 693-1234The Botetourt Building, builtabout 1770, was New’s Ordinary,a roadside tavern. On displayis the “Battle of the Hook”exhibit, which was donated bythe Battle of the Hook Committeeand created by WarrenDeal. Other displays of militaryconflicts focus on Gloucester’sWW II veterans. The “Good OldDays” exhibit will resume July1.The free museum is openMon.–Sat. from 11 a.m.–3 p.m.and by appointment.Pocahontas Museum7335 Lewis Ave.Gloucester 693-2795The Museum has information,artifacts and pictures relatingto the Indian Pocahontas,Captain John Smith and thePowhatan Indians. On displayis a rock traditionally known asthe one on which Capt. JohnSmith’s head was placed whenPocahontas saved his life at48 Rivah Museums & Historic SitesThe Farm Museum in Burgess shows the history of farming through its display of equipment.Werawocomoco (Wicomico) inGloucester County.The museum is open on thesecond Sat. of each monththrough Oct. from 1–4 p.m. andby appointment.LancasterChrist Church andCarter Reception Centerand Museum420 Christ Church Rd.Weems 438-6855The reception center and museumwas built in 1735 by Robert“King” Carter.The church, reception centerand museum are open to thepublic Apr.–Nov. from 10 a.m.–4p.m. Mon.–Sat. and 2–5 p.m.Sun. Callfor group tours. Othertimes by appointment.www.Christchurch1735.orgKilmarnock Museum76 N. Main St.Kilmarnock 436-9100This museum features displaysand exhibits focusing onKilmarnock’s past and present.Rotating exhibits are featuredplus displays of local artifactsand a timeline of eventsthroughout area history. Currentlyon exhibit is news photographyby the late TanyuaDickenson, reporter for theRappahannock Record.The museum is open Thurs.–Sat., 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Free.Mary Ball WashingtonMuseum8346 Mary Ball Rd.Lancaster Courthouse462-7280Located in the Historic District,the museum comprisesthree historic buildings and library.More than 350 years ofarea history is on exhibit in the1797 clerk’s office, 1821 jail,and 1828 Lancaster House.The Genealogy and History Libraryprovides more than 7000reference materials includinglocal court records, censusdata, business information,vital records, county histories,church records, and family files.The card catalogue is availableonline.Open Wed.–Fri. 10 a.m.–4p.m. Admission is $3.Research library open Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. with a $5daily use fee.Both facilities open someSaturdays. Closed major holidayweekends. Check websitefor complete listing and hours.www.mbwm.orgMorattico WaterfrontMuseum6584 Morattico Rd.MoratticoThe museum offers exhibitsof an old fashioned countrystore, the history of the worklife, gear and agriculture of localwatermen of the village. Also ondisplay are Native American artifacts,photos and documentsrelating to village history.The museum is open Sat.noon–4 p.m. and Sun. 1–4 p.m.May–Oct.Northern NeckSports Wall of Fame60 South Main St.Kilmarnock 435-1211The Northern Neck SportsWall of Fame features plaqueswith bios and photos of individualspast and present that haveexcelled in sports from theNorthern Neck of Virginia. Free.Open Mon.–Fri. 9 a.m.–5:30p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.–4 p.m.Steamboat Era Museum156 King Carter Dr.Irvington 438-6888The museum offers a visualhistory of the steamboats importanceto area commerce,culture, social connections andlife to small towns along theChesapeake Bay and its tributaries.Dioramas, oral histories,models, artifacts, paintings,photos and audio and interactivecomponents.The “Welcome Aboard” exhibitfeatures an eight footcutaway model of the steamerLancaster. Also featured arevignettes of various roomssuch as a typical stateroom,wheelhouse, boiler room, galleyand dining room. The exhibitincludes a sixfoot map showingsteamboat wharf stops.Summer hours are Thurs.–Sat., 10 a.m.–4 p.m. and Sun.,1–4 p.m. Donation only.www.steamboateramuseum.orgMathewsGwynn’s Island Museum1775 Old Ferry Rd.Gwynn 725-7949Features an exhibit of the“CINMAR” Discovery—theoldest man-made stone toolfound in the Americas. Theoriginal stone blade was datedat 20,000 years old and is ondisplay in the Smithsonian Institution.It was dredged from240 feet of water about 40miles offshore in the AtlanticOcean by Mathews scallopboat captain Thurston Shawnin 1970.Other exhibits include a pre-Civil War Wheeler and Wilsonsewing machine and a tableauxdepicting the legend ofCol. Hugh Gwynn acceptingwhat is now called Gwynn’sIsland from Princess Pocahontasin gratitude for savingher life when she fell from hercanoe.Also featured is memorabiliafrom the 1907 JamestownExposition, an extensive displayof antique spectaclescollected by the late Dr. Wm.H. Gatten, and artifacts froma mid-18th century home site,including glass and potteryshards from the 17th century,a King George III half pennydated 1773, Native Americanpoints, pottery and fossils.There also are photos of twobarrel wells.Also on display are itemsrelating to the Black Americanhistory of Gwynn’s Island, prehistoricNative Americans, andan extensive history on the lifeof Captain John Smith and hisconnection to Gwynn’s Island.There is a 100- plus year oldcorn sheller, with original redpaint and name.There is a large collection ofantique medical instrumentsfrom the estate of the lateMathews physician, Dr. JamesWarren Dorsey Haynes, and

Museumsthe old Grimstead Post Office.The museum, open 1–5p.m. each Fri., Sat. and Sun.May–Oct., also has a researchlibrary and gift shop.Admission is free, donationswelcome.Mathews Maritime Museum482 Main St.Mathews 725-4444The museum features memorabilia,artifacts, documents,photos, models, and manymemories of time gone by. Longa boat building area of note,Mathews additionally has hadits share of local watermen,menhaden fishermen, merchantmariners, US Navy sailors,fish packing houses, boatrepair facilities, and marinas.The museum honors the pastand works to educate the futureabout maritime history.The museum is staffed byvolunteers, generally on Fri. andSat. from Apr.–Nov. from 10–2,or by request for groups. If the“open” flag is flying, you’re invitedinside.Tompkins Cottage43 Brickbat Rd.Mathews 725-3487Near the Mathews Courthouse,is a typical tidewatercottage of the early 1800s. Ithouses a museum and headquartersof the Mathews HistoricalSociety.The oldest wooden structurein the courthouse, it was usedby Christopher Tompkins as ageneral store starting in 1816.The museum houses a permanentexhibit of Mathewshistory including informationon Captain Sally Tompkins, theonly woman officer in the ConfederateArmy. Also included isan area of changing exhibits, acounty map, and a sales areaoffering publications concerningMathews history and relatedgift items.Admission is free. Open Fri.and Sat. from 10 a.m.–1 p.m.through Oct.MiddlesexDeltaville Maritime Museumand Holly Point Nature Park287 Jackson Creek Rd.Deltaville 776-7200The newest exhibit is“Middlesex in the Civil War1861-1865” and will run until2015. Artifacts and modelsfrom when Deltaville was the“Boat Building Capital of theChesapeake” are on exhibit.The Johns’ Pavilion displayshistoric vessels such as theW. A. Johns, a 34-foot threelogbottom sailing canoe thathas had a number of workinglives in Deltaville waters. Also,displayed is an old sora skiffonce used for bird hunting inthe Dragon Run, and severalsmall skipjacks and deadriseworkboats. The F. D. Crockett,a log bottom buyboat is atthe museum’s Pierwalk as isthe Explorer, a 30’ reproductionof the shallop CaptainJohn Smith used to exploreand map Chesapeake Bay in1608.In the boat shop visitors cansee under construction a flatbottomedutility skiff typical ofDeltaville boats of the past.In the park are picnic tables,walking trails, a sculpture garden,a kayak landing and a children’sgarden. There is also afish-shaped wildflower meadow.Reedville Fishermen’s MuseumPreserving the Watermen’s HeritageOn the fourth Sat. May-Nov.there is a Farmers’ Market withover 40 vendors, creek cruises,miniature horse rides andmore.The nature park is open daily,dawn to dusk. The museum isopen Tues.- Sat. 10–4 and Sun.1–4.www.deltavillemuseum.comMiddlesex County Museum777 Gen. Puller Hwy.Saluda 758-3663As one of the oldest countymuseums in the state of Virginia,the museum covers over400 years of local history. Recentlyremodeled, our expandedexhibits feature a vast arrayof objects and items not seentogether before: fossils andIndian artifacts, 19th Centurytextiles and clothing, a 1930’scountry store, agricultural andindustrial tools, historical money,toys and medical instruments.The exhibits containstories of our past, includingour African American history,Civil War, Revolutionary War,WWI, and WWII era, and talesof our most famous local resident,Lt. General “Chesty”Puller, the most decorated Marinein corps history.The museum has local historybooks for sale and resourcebooks for the public’s use inthe research center.Open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.Wed.–Sat.www.middlesexmuseum.com.NorthumberlandNorthern Neck FarmMuseum12705 Northumberland Hwy.Burgess 761-5952Luther Welch donated theproperty and much of theequipment to create a museumto tell the history of farming inthe Northern Neck. The big redbarn houses a photographicexhibit of farms, an AmericanIndian exhibit and farm equipmentsuch as antique tractors,hand tools, planters, seed hullersand butter churns. Otherexhibits include a children’sarea and an exhibit on NorthernNeck rural electrification.The gift shop features manyitems including a first editioncollectible tractor and toys.Hours are Sat. 10 a.m.–2 p.m.and Sun. 1–4 p.m. Admission is$2 for adults, $1 for students,and children under 12 are free.ReedvilleFishermen’s Museum504 Main St.Reedville 453-6529The museum offers visitors aglimpse of the rich heritage ofthe fishermen and watermen ofVirginia’s Northern Neck andthe Chesapeake Bay.In addition to the mainmuseum gallery housing itspermanent and changing exhibits,the museum featuresthe Pendleton Building withits boat and model workshopsand the historic William WalkerHouse.In the water, the museumshowcases the Claud W. Somers,a 42-foot skipjack built in1911, which offers tours twicemonthly, and the Elva C., a 55-foot traditional workboat builtin 1922, which offers tours tomembers only.The museum also offers agift shop and is open daily from10:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Maythrough Oct. Admission is $5for adults, $3 for seniors andfree for children under 12.Rice’s Hotel/Hughlett’s Tavern73 Monument PlaceHeathsville 580-3377A 1700’s restored Tavernand community square, thesite includes a gift shop, foundationoffice, blacksmith shop,woodworkers shop, weavingstudio and Carriage House. TheTransportation Museum Buildinghouses a permanent exhibitof the Chicacoan Oak. The museumalso offers a communityroom for rent and various typesof educational programs.Tavern Gift Shop: Call forhours. 580-3536. BlacksmithShop hours: Tues., Thurs.,Sat. 10 a.m.–3 p.m. CountySeat Restaurant at the Tavern,call 580-7900. Tavern Foundationhours: Mon.–Thurs. 9a.m.–noon.RichmondMenokin4037 Menokin Rd.WarsawMenokin was built c. 1769. Itwas the home of Independencesigner Francis Lightfoot Lee. Apartial ruin, the house providesa unique opportunity to see“behind the walls” of an 18thcentury mansion.The King Conservation andVisitors Center provides informationon the history ofthe property and the architecturalconservation work goingon at Menokin. Hike trails toCat Point Creek through theRappahannock River Valley NationalWildlife Refuge.From Apr.–Oct., open Mon.–Sat., 10 a.m.–4 p.m. FromNov.–March, open Mon.–Fri. 10a.m.–4 p.m. and weekends byappointment.804-453-6529 Open Daily May-Oct.504 Main St., Reedville, VA 22539www.rfmuseum.orgRichmond County Museum5874 East Richmond Rd.Warsaw 333-3607The museum is in the county’sold jail, which was built in1872. It includes three galleries,exhibit rooms and an office.The jail’s hanging chamberis also on the second floor.On permanent display is ascale model of the historic1748 Richmond County Court-50 f 49

Museumsf 49house, the third oldest courthousein Virginia, a collection ofForrest Patton photography andan old fashioned country store.Another exhibit features FrancisLightfoot Lee, signer of the Declarationof Independence.The current rotating exhibit,“Honoring the Earth: NaturePreserves of Richmond County,”will run May through December.The exhibit featuresphotographs, text panels andartificats.Open Wed.–Sat. from 11a.m.–3 p.m.WestmorelandA.T. Johnson Museum18849 Kings Hwy.Montross 493-7070The museum preserves thehistory and legacy of educationfor African American students inthe Northern Neck, especiallyin Westmoreland County.The museum is a depositoryfor collections, artifacts, memorabilia,documents and otheritems related to education.Built in 1937 in the ColonialRevival style, A. T. JohnsonHigh School was the first publiceducation facility servingAfrican American students inWestmoreland. The school wasnamed for Armstead TaskerJohnson, a black educator andcommunity leader instrumentalin its construction.Open on Sat.,10 a.m.–2 p.m.,Sun., 2 p.m.–4 p.m. and othertimes by appointment.George WashingtonBirthplace NationalMonument1732 Popes Creek Rd.Colonial Beach 224-1732George Washington is amongWestmoreland’s most famousnative sons. Commander of theContinental Army, RevolutionaryWar hero and first Presidentof the United States, he professedto be first and foremosta farmer. He was born on February22, 1732 at this site onPope’s Creek.Open to the public 9 a.m.–5p.m. Admission $3. 16 and underfree.James Monroe BirthplaceMuseum and Visitor Center4460 James Monroe Hwy.Colonial Beach 214-9145Open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.50 Saturdays and Sundays fromMemorial Day through LaborDay. Admission is free. A picnicarea is on the grounds anda canoe launch is at a dock onMonroe Creek.Kinsale Museum449 Kinsale Rd.Kinsale 472-3001The museum is dedicatedto the preservation, collection,exhibition and interpretation oflocal history. It’s in a late 19thcentury barroom, which wasused as a meat market in the1920s; the old Ice Cream Parlornext door is being renovated bythe Kinsale Foundation for gallery,library and meeting space.The 1909 Bank of Kinsale buildingstands just off the greenbeside the Kinsale Motor Corp.building (1919).Open Fri. and Sat. from 10a.m.–5 p.m.Museum at Colonial Beach128 Hawthorne St.Colonial Beach 224-3379It is housed in the former HoffmanGas Building (c. 1893).The museum depicts ColonialBeach heritage through variousartifacts. Emphasis is on theperiod from 1890 through 1958when the town was a busy rivertourism attraction that drewhuge summer crowds.The museum is open Sat.and Sun. from 1–4 p.m. and byappointment.Stratford Hall Plantation483 Great House Rd.Montross 493-8371Stratford Hall Plantationwas home to several generationsof famous Lees. It wasthe boyhood home of RichardHenry Lee and Francis LightfootLee, signers of the Declarationof Independence. GeneralHenry “Light-Horse Harry” Leewas a Revolutionary War heroand served as one of GeneralGeorge Washington’s mosttrusted officers. He was RobertE. Lee’s father. General RobertE. Lee was born in 1807 atStratford Hall. His cradle can beseen on the tour of the GreatHouse.www.stratfordhall.orgWestmoreland Museum43 Court SquareMontross 493-8440The museum shares quarterswith the Westmoreland CountyVisitor’s Center, Hungerford Library,Northern Neck of VirginiaHistorical Society and NorthernNeck Historical ResearchLibrary.Exhibits include a replica ofGeorge Washington’s baby quiltand an exhibit on the history ofelectricity in the Northern Neck.Outdoors, the PresidentsGarden honors the three U.S.Presidents born on the NorthernNeck: George Washington,James Madison and JamesMonroe.Open six days a week (closedSun.), from 10 a.m.–4 p.m.No admission fee.See what flying is really meant to bein our impeccably restored1943 Fairchild PT-19Kilmarnock VFD carnivalcontinues through August 4 annual Kilmarnock Volunteer FireDepartment Firemen’s Festival opensJuly 26 at the carnival grounds offWaverly Avenue in Kilmarnock.Recognized as one of the oldest,continuous firemen’s carnivals inVirginia, the nightly attraction willbe open to the public from 7 - 10 p.m.through August 4, except Sunday,said carnival president and KVFDmember Johnny Smith.In addition to games, rides andat Hummel Field, Topping436-2977 758-9500food, a drawing will be held the finalevening to award raffle prizes. Thegrand prize is a 2012 Ford Mustang.Tickets are $10 each. Tickets may bepurchased from KVFD members, atMedlin Ford in West Point, at Noblett and at the carnival as supplies last.Medlin Ford helped the KVFDacquire the car, said Medlin salesmanager Robbie Crowther ofKilmarnock.Reasonable RatesCall us for an appointment.

Doug Nabhan’sComing HereRichmondDeltavilleBoating: Nabipedia:Great moments of joy surroundedby never-ending moments offixing, cleaning, gassing, oiling,osprey cleanup and expense. Also,encompasses the best two days ofyour life—the day you buy and theday you sell a boat; reference alsomade to as a “boat is a hole thatyou pour money into.”If you think about the realities,no one other than a commercialfisherman could actually justify the fact boats are kind of expensiveto buy. Could you imagine if yourwife said she wanted to buy somethingexpensive she would useonly three months of the year, andmainly on weekends if the weatherpermits? Oh, and by the way, shewill need a trailer, pier, electricity,boat lift and water to clean the boatbecause most boats are white andget really dirty.Also, unlike a car, when youbuy a boat you just get a boat. Youstill need all kinds of other stuffto make it work, such as radios,anchors, and everything else thatBoatUS sells. So why do we do it?I just had my Purdue Universityroommate/fraternity brotherand his wife visit and we wereout on the boat. He says, “So thisis a fairly significant operation totake this little baby out for a spin,right?” I could see he had figuredout what we all know, and that isyou have to be half crazy to owna boat.It would be hard to argue that.Imagine if we started talking aboutsailboats. In that case, you havebought a car that has a motor thesize of an electric shaver, and youactually have to make it move byhoping it is a little windy (remember,most sailors do not like toadmit their sailboats have motors).Obviously, I do not know a thingabout sailing, and no sailor nearmy home would be caught deadwith me on board his sailboatbecause I do not own all the cuteclothing items you must own ifyou sail. I see people on sailboatsall the time, and they look likethey are having a wonderful time.So peaceful and quiet, the windgently pushing them along until apowerboat comes by and, you, asa sailor, are obliged to shake yourfist and curse at them. I would saythat people who sail are slightlymore crazy than people who havepowerboats. The exception to thatis people who own really largeboats that burn 30-plus gallons offuel per hour.So it is nearly impossible toexplain why we go through somuch time and expense to be onthe water, but the great momentsof joy must be worth it or else allboaters would be institutionalized.The next observation my roommatementioned was, “I bet thesethings use a lot of fuel, eh?” Yes,this is not like taking the little Priusto the store. If you do not like theprices at the pump, you are reallynot going to like them at the marinabecause they are so much higher.The notion of fuel efficiency hasnot dawned on the boating world.The theory is that anyone who hasgot enough money to own a boatcould care less about how muchfuel it burns. While car companiestalk about miles per gallon,boat companies use the term gallonsper hour, and the creation ofethanol gas is a boater’s nightmare.They apparently did not run that“corn-gas” idea by the boat enginepeople because no matter whatproblem I have with my boat, it iscaused by ethanol in the gas. “Myhorn is broken,” “That darn ethanol!”So now you get to pay for alot of corn-gas that is bad for yourmotor, and will cost you in repairs,too. I imagine somewhere they areworking on “maple syrup motoroil.”We are all crazy to do it, butboaters of all kind agree that somehowall of the agony and expense isworth it. Some of the best momentsof my life have been on the waterwith family and friends enjoyingthe beauty of the gift we all sharewhen we get to “come here.”Douglas M. Nabhan is alawyer with the firm of WilliamsMullen in Richmond and has hada weekend home in Deltaville for20 years.Good Luck CellarsAn Estate Winery Saturday 11am-6 pm Sunday Noon-5 pm1025 Good Luck Road www.goodluckcellars.comFacilities available to rent forweddings, reunions, parties, etc.51 f 51

Sign up for 2012 4-HWater Wizard ProgramMONTROSS—The 4-HWater Wizards day-camp willbe offered by Westmorelandand Richmond County 4-H programsAugust 13, 14 and 15.The three-day environmentaleducation program is focused ona meaningful watershed experience,said 4-H Extension agentWendy Herdman. The programis open to ages 12-14. The programis shaping up and subject tochange, said Herdman. The firstday will be at a site with wateraccess and the second day will bespent exploring a local creek bycanoe with Chesapeake Bay Educators.The third day will be heldon the Chesapeake Bay on a charterboat leaving from Reedville.The program will extend from9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the first andsecond days and from 8 a.m. to4 p.m. on day three, she said.Youth should be committed toattending all three days.The fee is $20 per participant.Transportation is not provided.Registration will be firstcome, first served. Participantsmust register by calling theWestmoreland County ExtensionOffice at 493-8924. Thedeadline is August 3.Crab feast set for July 28Baptist Church at 490 EastChurch Street in Kilmarnockwill hold an all-you-can-eatcrab feast beginning at 5 p.m.July 28.Tickets are $20 for crab eatersand $8 for others. There alsowill be hamburgers, hot dogs,baked beans and slaw.Visit our offi ce at theDeltaville Marina274 Bucks View LaneDeltaville, VA.From small beginningsto greater things…From generation togeneration…For over half a centuryAnnapolis Yacht Saleshas served sailors inthe Chesapeake Bayand beyond.Find us online atwww.annapolisyachtsales.comor call (804) 776-7575Advertise in the Rivah Visitor’s Guide!Call Call 758-2328 or 435-170152

Boat operators ages 30 andunder must complete courseBefore you head out on thewater, take a boating safetycourse! Virginia’s Boating SafetyEducation Compliance Requirementstates boaters must take aboating safety education courseapproved by the National Asso- accepted by the Virginia Departmentof Game and Inland Fisheries(VDGIF). The requirement hasbeen phased-in by age group andcategory since 2009 and will continueto be phased-in over the nextseveral years.Currently, PWC (jet ski) operatorsage 50 and younger and motorboatoperators 20 and youngerwho operate boats with motors of10 horsepower and greater mustcomplete a boating safety educationcourse and have such proof intheir possession while operating aboat or PWC.On July 1, 2012, the law requiresall PWC operators, and motorboatoperators age 30 and younger whooperate boats with motors of 10horsepower and greater to havecompleted a boating safety educationcourse and carry such proofin their possession while operatingthe vessel.Boaters can take a classroomcourse, an internet course, ora challenge exam to meet therequirement. Classroom coursesare taught by volunteer instructorsthroughout the state. There areseveral internet courses that areaccepted by the VDGIF. Once youtake a course, carry your coursecompletion certificate or walletcard with you while operating aPWC or motorboat.For boaters who have taken aboating safety course in the past, Boating Safety Education Card isavailable. This durable, driver’slicense-styledcard is available fora fee of $10. Get an application byvisiting www.dgif.virginia.gov/boating/lifetime-boater-card.To learn more about boatinglaws in Virginia, and about boatingsafety education courses, visitthe department’s website at www.dgif.virginia.gov/boating.“After we bought the new home, evenafter we unpacked all the boxes . . . weweren’t home until we found our newChurch . . .”We invite you to join us!Irvington Baptist Church“The Sunday Place for Everyday Christians”Handicapped access to every level available by ramps and elevatorOver forty young persons in our Youth GroupSunday School Assembly-9:45 a.m. • Bible Classes-10:00 a.m.Worship Service-11:00 a.m. • Nursery ProvidedWednesday Prayer Service-7:00 p.m.Wednesday night Bible study for Preteens and TeensPastor: John Howard Farmer 438-6787jhf.ibc@verizon.net -- www.rrecord.com/irvchurch.htm53 King Carter Drive (at Route 200)Stroke?Heart Attack?Minutes Matter.At Riverside Tappahannock Hospital, our Emergency Department has theskilled doctors and technology to successfully treat a stroke or heart attackand save lives. But, none of that matters if you don’t seek help immediately. Sudden numbness of the face, arm or leg,especially on one side of the body. Sudden confusion. Sudden trouble speaking. Sudden difficulty seeing. Sudden dizziness. Severe headache with no known cause.It could be a stroke.Waterfront Realty79 South Main Street, Kilmarnock, VA 22482Each Office is Independently Owned & OperatedTerri GrohKnow the warning signs.Chest discomfort.Other upper body discomfort.Shortness of breath.Lightheadedness.Nausea.It could be a heart attack.If you experience any of the warning signs listed above,call 911 and get to the experts at Riverside.www.riversideonline.com 53

All area codes are (804) unlessotherwise listed.EssexHobbs Hole1267 Hobbs Hole Dr.Tappahannock 443-4500An 18-hole course behindWalmart. Restaurant, pro shop.www.hobbshole.comGloucesterGloucester Country Club6731 Golf Club Rd.Gloucester 693-2662A 9-hole course. Pro shop,snack bar.LancasterRivah GolfThe Golden Eagle364 Clubhouse Rd.Irvington 438-4460An 18-hole course. Operatedby The Tides resort. Restau-rant. Pro shop.www.tidesinn.comKing Carter Golf Course480 Old Saint Johns Rd.Weems 435-7842An 18-hole course. Restaurant.Pro shop.MiddlesexPiankatank RiverGolf Club6198 Stormont Rd.Hartfield 776-6516An 18-hole course. Pro shop,full-service restaurant.www.piankatankrivergolfclub.comNorthumberlandQuinton Oaks262 Quinton Oaks Ln.Callao 529-5367An 18-hole course. Restaurant.Pro shop.Call 758-2328 or 435-1701to advertise in TheRivah Visitor’s GuideUnique Golf Carts LLCUnique One-of-a-Kind CartsStock, Mild or WildEverything in-betweenSales & ServiceDarrell & Donna Sears Golf tourneyto benefitAlzheimer’sAssociationTAPPAHANNOCK—Riverside Neck and Middle Peninsula willhost The Fond Memories CharityGolf Tournament beginning atnoon August 24 at Hobbs’ HoleGolf Course in Tappahannock.“We plan to raise at least $5,000to support the Alzheimer’s Association,which provides consultation,information and referral andsupport programs to our community,”said tournament chairmanMartie Allman, recreation therapydirector/household coordinator atThe Orchard in Warsaw.For more information regardingthe tournament registration, sponsorshipor donations, call MikeGroves or Allman at 313-2400.Proceeds will be presented atthe Walk to End Alzheimer’s at 9a.m. September 15 at BotetourtElementary School at 6361 MainStreet in Gloucester.HOBBS HOLE RestaurantWhere Good Food,Good Friends and GoodTimes Come Together!Tappahannock’s Premier CasualDining ExperienceFull Service Restaurant & BarExtensive Wine List – Open to the Publicwww.HobbsHoleRestaurant.com www.t-towntack.comTappahannock • 804-443-4614Farm Bureau entersState Fair partnershipTo help preserve the traditionof the State Fair of Virginia, theVirginia Farm Bureau Federation(VFBF) has entered into a formalpartnership with Universal Fairs Called Commonwealth Fairs nershipwill run the State Fairand other shows and events atthe 331-acre property in CarolineCounty. This year’s StateFair will be from September 28through October 7.“Virginia Farm Bureau Federationand Universal Fairs haveput together a partnership thatwe feel will help retain and growthe agricultural component ofthe fair,” explained VFBF presidentWayne F. Pryor. “UniversalFairs has a proven track recordof putting on successful fairsin several locations around thecountry.”UF’s events include largefairs in Tennessee, Georgia andWashington state, a festival inArizona, and a variety of showsand expos throughout the UnitedStates.“Universal Fairs has extensiveexperience in running familyfriendly,entertaining fairs, andVirginia Farm Bureau brings anexciting agricultural componentto the mix,” said UF president Virginia, but we know how torun a fair. I think that by workingtogether we can help strengthenVirginia’s agricultural statureand visibility through variousshows, events and exhibits.”Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnellextended congratulations toFarm Bureau on the partnership,which he said “will guaranteethat agriculture, Virginia’s largestindustry, will be featuredprominently—as it should be—atthe fair for years to come.”New agriculture-related eventsbeing planned include a 5-kilometerrace sponsored by the VirginiaFoundation for Agriculturein the Classroom, which strivesto improve the farm literacy ofschool children, as well as theReal Virginia Virtual Farm Tour.The tour will engage families atthe fair and at home with a liveonline discussion about farmingpractices. Viewers will have theirquestions answered by a panelof farm experts and will “tour”a half-dozen Virginia farms viavideo. At each farm, the ownerswill be on camera to describetheir operations.“Being the state’s largest farmorganization, and having as partof our mission the preservationof agriculture, we felt it wasparamount to step up to the plateand assist with the fair,” Pryorsaid. “Equally important to usis retaining the scholarship programsfor youth who competein livestock and equine showsthrough the FFA and 4-H organizations.We also plan to continuecompetitions in photography,arts and crafts, and other disciplines.”A State Fair has been held inVirginia for most of the past 150years.Contact Greg Hicks, VFBFvice president of communications,at 804-290-1139 for moreinformation.54

★ Potomac GatewayVisitor CenterMaryland3301James Monroe Birthplace★ Colonial Beach★Colonial Beach MuseumRivah CountrySites of Interest in the Northern Neckand Middle Peninsula★WESTMORELANDCOUNTYGeorge Washington Birthplace★Westmoreland State Park★Stratford HallMontross★Westmoreland CountyMuseum and Visitor’s CenterHagueColes PointESSEXCOUNTY★King WilliamCourthouseKING WILLIAMCOUNTY17Mattaponi River633303202Kinsale MuseumSmith IslandNaylors BeachCallaoWarsaw360NORTHUMBERLAND★TappahannockRichmond County Museum360COUNTY★Virmar Public BeachEssex County Museum★360Cruise to Smith Island6443HeathsvilleSmith Point LightRice’s HotelHughletts Tavern★Burgess Sunnybank FerryRICHMOND★Northern NeckFarm Museum652COUNTYBushmill Stream360MoratticoNatural AreaTangier Island★PreserveReedvilleWaterfront★ Museum★Reedville Fisherman’s354 LANCASTERMuseumBelle Isle200State Park LivelyCOUNTYCruise to Tangier Island★ 683605LancasterCanoe House★201 ★Mary Ball ★Dameron MarchPublic BeachWashington Museum★PamunkeyIndian Reservation64Rap. Riv.Wild Refuge★★KING & QUEENCOUNTYRappahannock River★Potomac RiverMerry Point Free Ferry ★Hughlett Point17607 Natural Area PreserveSteamboat Era KilmarnockMuseumMIDDLESEX★Lancaster Visitors CenterDragon Run★★354 3COUNTY200Historic Christ ChurchUrbanna Irvington ★★White Stone★ Mattaponi Urbanna Visitor’s CenterWindmill Point LightIndian ReservationWindmill Point626★Public Beach★ Saluda 3Middlesex County33Museum30West PointDeltaville Stingray Point Light3333Stingray Point★Holly Point Nature Park/Deltaville Maritime Museum333★ Gwynn’s Island Museum17 GLOUCESTERGwynn’s IslandCOUNTY314 MATHEWSHistoric Gloucester COUNTYCourthouse Square &Beaverdam Park★Wolf Trap LighthouseVisitor’s CenterWilliams Wharf Rowing Center64★York River★Tompkins Cottage14★Bethel Beach Natural Area PreserveChesapeakeBayWilliamsburgRosewell Ruins★17MobjackBayGloucesterPoint★ VIMS Aquarium/Gloucester Point Beach Park★ New Point Comfort LighthouseNew Point Comfort Observation WalkwayNew Point Comfort IslandYorktown17This map shows approximate locations and is not intended to be used for navigation.Newport News© 2012 Rivah Visitor’s Guide

Matt Bruington and Frank Brewer display winning flounder.Target Ship Shoot Outwinners are announced ernNeck Anglers Club (NNAC)Target Ship Shoot Out recentlytook place. Sponsored by Surf- villeand by the NNAC, this eventincluded the species of croaker,bluefish and flounder, reportedsecretary Susan Hudson.There were a number of bluefishcaught and weighed in. PauletteO’Connor placed first witha 1-pound bluefish aboard Graceful.Jan Jamrog took second witha 12-ounce bluefish aboard BayViews.In the croaker category, BarrySmith Jr. placed first with a1-pound, 13-ounce fish whilehis dad, Barry Smith Sr., placedsecond with a 1-pound, 8-ouncecroaker. They were fishing aboardRed Mako.Frank Brewer, who spoke atthe June NNAC club meetingabout his flounder fishing techniques,placed first with a flounderweighing 4 pounds, 8 ouncesboard T-Bear. Fishing withBrewer, Matt Bruington placedsecond with a 3-pound, 9-ounceflounder.First- and second-placeanglers will receive gift certifi- and first-place winners additionallyreceive a plaque.The club’s next fishing tourna- 18-19. The targeted species willbe bluefish, Spanish mackereland spot.To join the club, visit northernneckanglersclub.wordpress.com.Crab Feastis August 4in Deltaville Middlesex Volunteer Fire DepartmentCrab Feast will be held atthe Deltaville Firehouse on Saturday,August 4.Featured will be all-you-caneatsteamed crabs, hamburgers,hot dogs and corn-on-the-cobfrom 5-8 p.m.Music by “Round Midnight”will be from 8 p.m.-midnight.Tickets are $25 in advance; $30at gate; children age 6 and underfree. Tickets are available at Harrow’sHome Center at Cooks in Deltaville, Urbanna BuildersSupply in Saluda, from any fireman,or by calling 776-9753.Tickets are also availableat Nortons Yacht Sales, Inc.,The Crabby Couple, MerryvaleFarms and Pat’s Gallery, all in Son in Topping.Dunfee pursues angleraward within 16 hoursWHITE STONE—Charles Stone and Upper Marlboro, Md.,recently completed requirementsfor the Virginia Junior AnglerAward recognized by the VirginiaMarine Resources Commission(VMRC) and the Governor of theCommonwealth of Virginia.The award is earned by anglersages 15 and younger who catchand release six different saltwaterfish species in one year.Dunfee, having hired the privateguide services of The FishDon’t Care, completed the questin roughly 16 hours, beginningthe evening of July 2, accordingto Capt. Joe Smith. He caughtand released his sixth fish species,a Spanish mackerel, on July3. The first five species includedspot, croaker, puppy drum, speckledtrout and bluefish. All specieswere caught and released within ledtrout were being caught two onone line during his July 3 outing.Charles Logan DunfeeA comprehensive search ofrecords is being undertaken todetermine the possibility of astate record of his speed quest,said Capt. Smith. Although notrequired for the angler award, hiscatches were photographed andtime tagged. A formal awards ceremonyis planned for later in thesummer.Call 758-2328 or 435-1701to advertise in theRivah Visitor’s GuideLet’s Get To The Point!Better Built Better ValueCustom or Modular Built HomesWicomico Church, Va.TheHomeCraftersVa.comTheHomeCrafter@live.comRon Herring: 804-761-7047Greg Herring: 804-580-0948The 77th annual Kilmarnock Volunteer Fire Department Firemen’s Festival continues from 7-10p.m. through August 4, except Sunday, at the carnival grounds off Waverly Avenue in Kilmarnock.The nightly attraction offers games, rides and food. A drawing will be held the final evening toaward raffle prizes. The grand prize is this 2012 Ford Mustang. Tickets are $10 each and maybe purchased at the carnival. Tickets are limited.Office/Fax: 804-580-4046REDUCED to $379,000Wonderful building lot on theYork River with oversizeddock and boat lift, readyfor you to build your dreamhome and watch the sunsets.Sandy beach...privacy...3.49acres...fish and crab fromyour own dock.Unusual opportunityto obtain a lot like this on the York.Just east of West Point and convenient toRichmond and Hamptons roads areas.Call Sandra Willis, RealtorERA Woody Hogg & Associates804-380-3804 56

Richmond County Fairby Lisa Hinton-ValdrighiWant all the fun of a state faircloser to home? The RichmondCounty Fair, celebrating its 24thyear, brings all the sights, soundsand thrills to the Northern Neckevery August.The fair has it all — livestockjudging of cows, pigs and chickens,horticulture and craft competitions,a midway with rides and gamesand all that carnival fare includingfunnel cakes, candied apples, Italiansausages and cotton candy.And this year, the fair has a newhome, moving from its location forthe last 23 years to the RichmondCounty Community Park on theRoute 3 bypass.“Right now we’re trying to focuson getting moved and getting the fair dington.“We’re converting a steelbuilding that exists on the propertyfor an exhibit hall.”The fair will be held August 21through 25 with a grand openingevent at 7 p.m. Tuesday, August 21.The exhibit hall for crafts and horticulturedisplays will open at 6 p.m.Wednesday, August 22. The midwayopens Tuesday through Thursday at6 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday at10 a.m. Thursday through Wednesdayare “wristband nights” wherethrill seekers pay one price forunlimited rides.The fair also offers nightly entertainmentat the grandstand, wherevisitors are urged to bring a lawnchair or blanket, relax and listen to avariety of music from bluegrass andcountry to soul and gospel.The fair started in 1988 when County Extension agent and organizedit as a three-day event. Itquickly grew to a five-day celebration.It’s estimated that morethan 13,000 visitors attend the faireach year, some for the thrill ridesand carnival games operated by some to pet the animals and look atthe livestock, some to listen to themusic and browse the hundreds ofexhibits and still others just to playbingo.The competitions, which includeeverything from the biggest tomatoesto the best pine cone Christmastree, have five different divisions,including primary (ages 10 andyounger), junior youth (ages 11-14),senior youth (ages 15-18), adult(ages 19 and older) and assistedliving seniors/nursing home residents.On Stage at the Fair:Tuesday, August 21 6 p.m.–10 p.m. Cold Steel CountryWednesday, August 22 6 p.m.–10 p.m.Ransomed, One Lane Bridge, 4the LordFaron HamblinB2BRoyalti Blues BandCactus JackAtumpan – The Talking Drums (Stories from aroundthe world, rhythms of West Africa, and interactive music)Wild CountryAtumpan – The Talking Drums (Stories from aroundthe world, rhythms of West Africa, and interactive music)Fair operating hours:Tuesday, Wednesay and Thursday, August 21-23 — 6-11 p.m.Friday and Saturday, August 24-25 — 10 a.m.-midnightArts and Crafts Building:Wednesday, August 22 — 7-9 p.m.Thursday and Friday, August 23-24 — 10 a.m.-9 p.m.Saturday, August 25 — 10 a.m.-3 p.m.How to get there: The 24th annual Richmond County Fair will be heldat the Richmond County Community Park on the Route 3 bypass. Parkingis free but there is a gate admission of $2 per person. Toddlers areadmitted free. There is an additional cost for ride tickets. 57

‘Good Old Days’ exhibitto open in Gloucester Museum of History Summer 2012exhibit, “The Good Old Days,” isnow open and will continue throughNovember. It includes householditems, clothing, toys, photos, toolsand numerous other items that wereused in Gloucester County from thelate-1800s to the mid-1900s.Visitors will be able to visualizethe way life was before electricwiring, indoor plumbing, television,and air conditioning, when familiesmilked their own cows, raisedtheir own vegetables, slopped hogs,cranked ice cream freezers, madeclothes from feed sacks, repairedtheir own shoes, made bread athome, and cut their own firewood.The museum houses numerousother permanent exhibits,which include the “Battle of theLittle Bay Retreat ~ $995,950Views as Far as theEye Can SeeHook” exhibit, “Captain JohnSmith’s 1608 Christmas Journeyto Gloucester,” “The OldCountry Store,” “Irene Morgan,”“The HoneyPod Tree,” “TheHotel Botetourt,” “Gremer DollHouses,” “James D. Gardner,”“Warner Hall,” “Free SchoolHouse,” “Fairfield,” and more.The museum is located in thehistoric Botetourt Building at6539 Main Street.Hours open 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.Monday through Saturday.Closed Sundays and holidaysunless otherwise announced.Hours subject to change withoutnotice due to weather conditionsand other emergencies.For appointments and tours,call 693-1234.Admission is free.Mesco General Contractors Serving the Middle Peninsula & Northern NeckChris Mesco - 804.580.2420 or 804.335.6572Along Westmoreland’sHistoric HIGHWAYSBridget’s BouquetsFlower ShopGift Baskets, Balloons, ArrangementsServing you through all life’s important eventsMontross, VA 804-493-8800MURPHY SEED SERVICE, INC.Hardware & Paint,Boating & Garden Supplies,Mulch, Flower Pots, Landscaping BlocksCheck out our Great Gift SectionDog Days Specialsthroughout the store.804-472-2755Rt. 202, Mt. Holly, VANORTHERN NECKBUILDING SUPPLY, INC.~ Installed Sales Division ~*FIBERGLASS INSULATION( Batts, Blown , & Spray In Wall Systems )* SEALED & CONDITIONED CRAWLSPACES*CENTRAL VACUUM SYSTEMS*CUSTOM STORAGE SHELVING *LOCK SERVICES*GARAGE DOORS * KITCHEN CABINETS /COUNTER TOPS17144 Kings HighwayMontross, Virginia(804) 493-9588Carrot CottageJim Shore,Willow Tree,Crocs, Flags, Garden& Nautical AccessoriesBauble Lulu BeadsLots of Tervis Tumblers“We CelebrateEverything!”Montross804-493-1320Custom Builders Personal Home5 Bedrooms, 3 Full BathsSpacious Interiors, High Ceilings,Tremendous StorageOutdoor Shower, Screened Porch,Pier, 2 Electric Boat Lifts & 2 Electric Jet Ski Lifts,Sand Beach, Rip Rap ShorelineJena Simpson804-399-1806jena.simpson@LNF.comjenasimpson.lnfre.comGarner’s ProduceFarm Fresh Fruits, Vegetables& much moreFamily Owned & OperatedRt. 3 Nomini GroveWestmoreland Co., VA804-761-2412www.garnersproduce.com A Virginia Century FarmFruits, Vegetables & Plantsat the stoplight in Montross804-450-0010owners Gary & Carolyn Sisson The Great House.Gardens. Outbuildings.Galleries. Nature Trails. Beach.Gristmill. Gift Shop.And the many Special Events.www.StratfordHall.org 804-493-803858

HistoryEssex County’s history in written formdates from Captain John Smith’s visitduring the winter of 1607-08, when hewrote of the “excellent, pleasant, fertile,and navigable” Rappahannock Valley.In 1645 Bartholomew Hoskins patentedthe Tappahannock site, whichbecame known at various times asHobbs His Hole, Hobb’s Hole, the shortlivedNew Plymouth, and the Indianname Tappahannock. The port town wasto become a center of commerce duringthe 17th and 18th centuries, establishinga crossroads.The county came into being in 1692when Old Rappahannock County, whichonce encompassed at least 50 moderncounties in Virginia and West Virginia,was divided along the river with thenorth side becoming Richmond Countyand the south becoming Essex.During Bacon’s Rebellion in 1676,armed men gathered near PiscatawayCreek and defeated Governor Berkeley’scavalrymen. Later they prevailed in theDragon Swamp, but eventually Englishwarships and troops suppressed theuprising. Frontier patrols, however, weremaintained against hostile northernIndians into the early 1700’s.The British Stamp Act of 1765 leddirectly to the American Revolution, andThe old Essex County Clerk’s Office on Duke Street in Tappahannock was built in 1808. Itis now the home of the Essex County Woman’s Club.it was in Tappahannock that one of thefirst confrontations occurred.Leading merchant Archibald Ritchie,who supported the Stamp Act, waslabeled as “the greatest enemy of hiscountry.” On February 27, 1766, gentlemenfrom nine counties gathered atLeedstown to draft the “Resolutions”that led Virginians to disobey Parliament.They also made plans to publiclyhumiliate Ritchie and the Scots merchantArchibald McCall. These eventsoccurred seven years before the BostonTea Party.The Essex Courthouse contains theoldest records in Virginia. James B.Essex CountySlaughter’s history of the area, “Settlers,Southerners, Americans: TheHistory of Essex County, Virginia 1608–1984,” recounts in detail the county’s350-year-old story. The book is availableat the county administrator’s office.Today Essex has a population of 9,989and Tappahannock is one of the largestcommercial centers in the region.GovernmentThe Essex County seat is at 205 CrossSt. in the Tappahannock CourthouseSquare. 443-4331. Essex County hasone town, Tappahannock. 443-3336.The sheriff’s office can be reached at443-3346.LibrariesEssex Public Library, Tappahannock,443-4945.For VisitorsThe Tappahannock-Essex Chamber ofCommerce is at 205 Cross St.Don’t Misss Catesby Jones Concert July 28s Kiwanis Fish Fry August 17s Tappahannock Farmers’ MarketAugust 18HistoryExploration of what would becomeGloucester County began soon after1607 when Jamestown, the firstpermanent English settlement in theNew World, was started 25 miles toits south.Gloucester County was formed in1651 from York County. It containedKingston Parish, which becameMathews County in 1791.Gloucester was home to several wellknownpersons including Pocahontas,daughter of Indian Chief Powhatan.According to legend, she petitionedher father to spare the life of Englishexplorer Captain John Smith, who wasone of the first white men to see thearea in the early 1600s.Another infamous resident wasNathaniel Bacon who, in 1676, leda force of planters against the Indians.Bacon’s Rebellion defeated theIndians and then attempted to makethe governor reform colonial policies.His army burned Jamestown and hebriefly controlled the colony beforehis death ended the revolt.Fortified during Bacon’s Rebellion,Gloucester Point is just across theYork River from Yorktown, site of theThe United States Air Force Jazz Quintet (above) will perform from 6-7:30 p.m. on Friday,August 3, on the Court Green at Gloucester Court House. Admission is free. Bring lawnchairs or blankets. Call 693-1264 for more information.British surrender to end the AmericanRevolution.Originally called Tyndall’s Point,named for an early mapmaker, it wasrenamed Gloucester Towne and wasonce the county seat until it wasmoved 13 miles north during the1700s.When Jamestown was burned byBacon in 1676, the Virginia ExecutiveCouncil considered moving thestate capital to Tyndall’s Point, butthe motion was rejected. Jamestownremained the state capital until it wasshifted to Williamsburg.In 1769, the new county seat, BotetourtTowne (old town Gloucester),was laid out. It was named for BaronGloucester Countyde Botetourt, then governor of Virginia.Today, Gloucester is the largest ofthe eight counties that make up theNorthern Neck and Middle Peninsulawith 34,500 residents.GovernmentMost Gloucester County offices arein the courts and office building at6467 Main St. 693-4042. The sheriff’soffice can be reached at 693-4042.LibrariesGloucester Library, 6920 Main St.693-2998. Gloucester Pt. Branch Library,1720 George Washington MemorialHighway in Hayes. 642-9700.For VisitorsThe Gloucester Visitor Center is inthe Roane Building at 6509 Main St.Open Mon.–Sat., 10 a.m.–4 p.m. andSun., 1–4 p.m. 693-3215.Don’t Misss Moonlight Fishing August 6s Cloverbud Camp August 7-9s Wednesday Main Street Markets 59

Lancaster CountyHistoryIndians occupied the Northern Neckfor some 10,000 years before Capt.John Smith sailed up the RappahannockRiver in 1608. The Powhatan Confederatewas represented here by theMoraughtacunds and the Cuttatawomentribes. A short 43 years later,Lancaster County was establishedfrom neighboring Northumberland.Families of notable influence in thesocial, political and economic climateof the colonies built magnificent “empires”here, and family names likeCarter and Ball still are prevalenttoday.Robert “King” Carter (1663–1732)of Corrotoman Plantation (in Weems)was the son of immigrant John Carter.He acquired over 300,000 acres withsome 1,000 slaves working his variousproperties.Married twice, “King” Carter fathered15 children. Among his descendantswere eight governors of Virginia,three signers of the Declaration of Independence,two presidents, leader ofthe confederate armies Gen. Robert E.Lee, and a Supreme Court Justice.Carter is buried alongside his wivesat the church he built near Irvington,historic Christ Church.Try a nostalgic ride on the Merry Point Ferry.The Ball family, meanwhile, establishedthemselves at Millenbeck andEpping Forest. Mary Ball, the motherof George Washington, was bornabout 1708. The Mary Ball WashingtonMuseum is located in LancasterCourthouse and offers an extensivegenealogy library.A courthouse was establishedin 1698 at Queenstown on theCorrotoman River but in 1742 was relocatedto a central area were the militiagathered, now known as historicLancaster Courthouse.Today Lancaster County, with a populationof some 11,400, has one of thelargest communities of retirees in thestate thanks to its picturesque shorelineand temperate climate.The world class Steamboat Era Museumon the Commons in Irvingtonand the Kilmarnock Museum on NorthMain Street in Kilmarnock offer visitorsa nostalgic trip back in time.GovernmentLancaster County offices are headquarteredat 8311 Mary Ball Roadin Lancaster Courthouse. 462-5129.There are three incorporated towns inLancaster County: Kilmarnock, WhiteStone and Irvington. The sheriff’s officecan be reached at 462-5111.LibrariesLancaster Community Library,Kilmarnock, 435-1729.For VisitorsInformation Center in the Lancasterby the Bay Chamber, 506 N. Main inKilmarnock (weekdays) or KilmarnockAntique Mall at 144 School St.Don’t Misss Irvington Crab Festival August 4s 77th Annual Kilmarnock Firemen’sFestival, July 26-August 4Mathews CountyHistoryMathews County was an establishedshipbuilding center for the ChesapeakeBay when it broke away from Gloucesterin 1791 to become a separate county.About that time, 12 sailing ships over20 tons each were built in a single yearin Mathews, which the Chiskiake Indianshad called Werowocomico.Between 1790 and 1820, approximatelya third of the ships built in Virginiacame from Mathews. The sharp,fast vessels, popularly known as BaltimoreClippers, were built throughout theChesapeake Bay region. Before the Warof 1812, these fast ships were simplyknown as “Virginia built.”From 1802 to 1844, Mathews wasan official port of entry for the registrationand enrollment of ships. Duringthis period, 10,000 vessels called atthe “Port of East River.” The customshouse stood at Williams Wharf (marker13), which was a center of maritime activityuntil the steamers quit running inthe 1940s.Cricket Hill, near Gwynn’s Island, wasthe site of one of the last naval engagementsof the Revolutionary War. In June1776, Continental forces bombardedthe British fleet and encampment onGwynn’s Island. Lord Dunsmore, thelast royal governor, was driven from the60 The New Point Comfort Lighthouse, built in 1806, marks the southern tip of MathewsCounty where the Chesapeake and Mobjack bays meet.colony, ending British rule in Virginia.When water was the highway, boatswere the standard means of travel. Thearrival of steamships at Williams Wharfwith cargo from Norfolk, Newport Newsor Baltimore was a daily highlight.World War II put most of the steamboatlines out of business. In 1942 thegovernment requisitioned most of thebay and coastal steamers for service inthe war effort.The last remaining steamboat line,the Old Bay Line, stopped its York Riverto Baltimore run in 1942. About 20years later, the Old Bay Line droppedpassenger service between Baltimoreand Norfolk. The steamers stopped forgood in the spring of 1962.Today Mathews has a population of9,200 people. While it is the smallestcounty in the Northern Neck and MiddlePeninsula with only 87 square miles, ithas some 367 miles of shoreline andsome of the area’s best public access.GovernmentMost county government officesare in Liberty Square at 10604 BuckleyHall Road, Mathews, 725-7172 orco.mathews.va.us. The sheriff’s officecan be reached at 725-7177.LibrariesMathews Memorial Library, 251 MainSt. 725-4123.For VisitorsThe Mathews County Visitor and InformationCenter is in historic Sibley’s GeneralStore at 239 Main St. 725-4229.Don’t Misss World Famous Breakfast August 5s Willy Wonka Junior August 10-12s Lynda Smith Concert August 18

White StoneSouthern Gateway to The Northern NeckWhite Stone Pharmacy804-435-1051416 Chesapeake Dr.White Stone, VA 225789M-Fam9- 6am-6pm M-F,pm, Sat.Sat.9 am-4am-4pmpmYour locally ownedWhite StoneThePerfect TouchUnique AccessoriesFor your Home & GardenSusan Sanders RPHLocally owned Health Mart pharmacies honoryour prescription plans, including Medicare.Visit us on the web at www.healthmart.comMaggie’sTuesday - Saturday -Rt. , Lively, VA.--Fabulous finds foryou & your home538 Rappahannock Dr.436-8505Mark Twain performanceto benefit Boys and Girls Club Girls Club of the Northern Neck willhost “An Evening with Mark Twain,”performed by Dick Saxer August 18through 20 at the clubhouse at 517North Main Street in Kilmarnock.On Saturday, August 18, doorswill open for a social hour at 7 p.m.,followed by the performance at 8White StoneEvent CenterUnder one rooffor all your celebrationsWeddings, anniversariesprivate partiesAlso on premisese enbar & restaurant606 Chesapeake Drive WhiteStoneEventCenter.comp.m., said Donna Anderson. Hoursfor Sunday, August 19, are 3 and 4p.m.; and for Monday, August 20, 7and 8 p.m.Tickets are $20, including a beverageand dessert. Wine and beer alsowill be available for purchase.Purchase tickets at 435-9696, orthagen@bgcnn.com.804-435-1695www.lamberthbldg.comMuseum tohost crabfestivalIRVINGTON—The IrvingtonSteamboat Era Museum willhost the Irvington Crab Festivalfrom 5 - 8 p.m. August 4 at theIrvington Commons.Music will be provided by Backfin Boys.“There’s gonna be a wholelotta pickin’ goin on,” saidmuseum director Terri Thaxton.This is an all-you-can-eatevent, with crabs, barbecue andhot dogs, said Thaxton. Beerwill be available for purchase.Tickets are $25 in advanceor $30 at the door. Tickets areavailable on the event Facebookpage “Irvington Crab Festival,”steamboateramuseum.org, themuseum at 156 King CarterDrive in Irvington, or by calling438-6888.To help promote the event,museum board member BillChapman recently video-tapedpast Irvington mayor AlexanderFleet and his wife, Suzanne, saidThaxton. The Fleets are shownin front of their home discussingthe “how tos” of catching,picking and eating ChesapeakeBay blue crabs.The video may be viewed onthe event Facebook page.Fabulous Consignmentsladies apparel, accessories& giftsNew Location!Ice House Fieldnext to Bank of Lancaster(804) 436-1701open tuesday - saturday 11-5FARMWhite Stone, VirginiaCultivate Great Style349 ChesapeakeDrive804.436.0100804-436-3222349 CHESAPEAKE DRIVE,WHITE STONE, VA 22578Positive ImageSalon & Day Spa“White Stone’s answerto Steel Magnolias”Donna Goodman 804-435-7700on the RappahannockOpen for Lunch 11-3Monday-SaturdayDinner 5:30-8:30Thursday-SaturdayAt the foot of thebridge, White Stonewww.willabys.com435-0000Air ConditioningRefrigeration(804) 435-3837(804) 435-6897 FAX804.435.6176 804-435-6100Houseof804-435-6400Call 758-2328or 435-1701to advertisein TheRivahVisitor’s GuideRRecord.comSSentinel.com 61

latitude:37.637° Nlongitude:76.574° Wnce a bustling colonial port — Now aharbortown big with charm and sur pris es.Stroll along the streets where friendlyneighbors stop to chat and where kids stillride their bikes after school.Enjoy a picnic in Taber Park, relax atthe waterfront at Upton’s Point or visitpicturesque Waterman’s Park.Discover imaginative shops with trendydesigner labels and where shopkeepersknow everyone by name.Dine under the palms Caribbean-style. Kickback for boss barbecue or enjoy gourmetcoffee and sandwiches. Order a heapingseafood platter or settle down for pizza andbeer. Urbanna’s restaurants satisfy manytastes — from home style to gourmet.■ Bristow’s Store “Home of Good Goods” Men’sand Women’s Fashions, Children’s Clothing and GiftItems. Est. 1876. Come in and see us.804.758.2210■ Marshall’s Drug Old Fashioned Soda Fountain.Home of the World Famous Milkshakes! Come andtry one.804.758.5344■ Cyndy’s Bynn, of course Latest Fashions, Gifts. Check out our Facebook page.cyndysbynn.com804.758.3756■ Café Mojo Dazzling gourmet cuisine in the heartof Urbanna. Prepared with fresh local produce andseafood.www.cafe-mojo.com804.758.4141■ Inn at Urbanna Creek B & B Historic Home,Wonderful Beds, Delicious Breakfasts, SouthernHospitality. Also, private, romantic cottage with www.innaturbannacreek.com804.758.4661■ Upton’s Point Marina 32-slip Town OperatedMarina. Electric, cable, laundry room and the bestmarina bathrooms in the area. Transients Welcome!804.758.5440■ All Fired Up Smokehouse & Grill Relax andenjoy dockside dining overlooking Urbanna Creek.25 Cross Street804.286.9016■ Urbanna Visitor's CenterOld Tobacco Warehouse, 130 Virginia Street.804.758.2613■ Unique Golf Carts, LLC Unique, one-of-a-kind 391-C Hillard St.www.uniquecarts.net540.903.6773■ Cross Street Coffee & Shops at 51 CrossStreet Taylor Building.804.758.1002■ Urbanna Harbor Gallery and Art ServicesArt gallery/framery, antique mall, advertisingdesign. 202 Virginia Street.www.urbannaharborgallery.com804.758.2828■ Atherston Hall The elegance of Englishcountry living in the heart of historic Urbanna.www.atherstonhall.com804.758.2809■ Lowe Tide Latest designer fashions, a marketwith local farm products, art from area artists,and Pieces of Peper jewelry! Where treasures arefound. 51 Cross Street. lowe-tide.com804.758.4444■ Trainor's Art Archival quality, limited editions. 51 Cross Street,www.trainorphotoart.comtrainorphotoart@yahoo.com703.946.6794■ Haywood’s Variety Consignment Shop An you love to shop! JDLeake@aol.com804.937.4514 a town that can captureyour heart — and bring you back again.www.urbanna.com August 11 Urbanna Farmers’ Market, 9 a.m. to 1p.m. at Taber Park. 761.4840August 18 Music Under the Stars 7 to 9 p.m. atTaber Park. Musical guest 33 East. Free.Bring your own chair or blanket, comeearly and have a picnic, socialize andenjoy the music!Septembe r 1 Oyster Roast 7 to 9 p.m. at the FireHouse.

HistoryMiddlesex County was formed around1669 from Lancaster County, whichmakes it one of the oldest English settlementsin the United States. Many plantationhomes still stand from the Colonialera. The county is rich in history thatspans nearly 350 years.Bordered by the Rappahannock andPiankatank rivers and the ChesapeakeBay, much of its history centers aroundthe water. The town of Urbanna wasformed in 1680 as a center for shippingtobacco from surrounding plantations.Urbanna was the county seat until1852 when it was moved to Saluda, amore central location for area citizens.Throughout the county are homes built inthe 1700’s and wartime stories abounddating back to the Revolutionary and Civilwars. During these wars, plantationssuch as Providence and Rosegill werebombarded and looted.Stingray Point near Deltaville gainedimmortal fame as the spot where CaptainJohn Smith was nearly killed by astingray.Three centuries ago ships from London,Liverpool, Bristol and Glasgowwere common sights on Urbanna Creek.Just across the creek from Urbanna isRosegill, one of the oldest plantations inA new playground has been built on the grounds of the Deltaville Community Center.A tornado in April, 2011, destroyed the former playground and heavily damaged thecommunity center and swimming pool buildings. All have been repaired and/or replaced.America. It was for many years a centerof influence in the Colony and a power inthe political and commercial life of thisarea. It was the home of five generationsof Wormeleys, one of the most influentialfamilies in the colony. Colonial governorsSir Henry Chicheley and Lord Howard ofEffingham made Rosegill their home.During the Civil War, General GeorgeMcClellan formulated a plan of attack totake Richmond by starting from Urbanna.The plan was named the Urbanna Plan,but it was never instituted.In 1862, several Yankee warshipsbombarded the town but legend has itthat the only thing the Yanks killed wasan old hare. One of the cannonballs didhit the old courthouse, which today is theMiddlesex Woman’s Club building on VirginiaSt.During the bombardment the townsfolkcongregated on the creek bank nearwhere the Urbanna Bridge is located today.Legend has it that an old man by thename of Montague stood at the top ofthe hill and whenever he saw a flash ofMiddlesex Countya cannon firing he would scream “squat”and the townsfolk would squat down tothe ground.Today Middlesex County has a populationof 9,600 and is home to the popularUrbanna Oyster Festival, which drawsthousands to enjoy a weekend of musicand mollusks every November.GovernmentMiddlesex County offices are in theWoodward Building at the CourthouseComplex in Saluda. 758-4330. Middlesexhas one town, Urbanna: 758-2613.LibrariesMiddlesex Public Library UrbannaBranch, 758-5717. Deltaville Branch,776-7362.For VisitorsOld Tobacco Warehouse in Urbanna.Listed on the National Register of HistoricPlaces. Serves as a visitors centertoday. 45 Cross St. 523-4711Don’t Misss Deltaville Crab Feast August 4s 33 East Concert August 18s Galleria August 18HistoryNorthumberland County is calledthe Mother County of the NorthernNeck.Settled by the English in 1648,Northumberland was officially establishedby an act of the Burgessesin Jamestown in 1648. It waslater divided into three additionalcounties, Lancaster, Richmond andWestmoreland Counties.At its heart is Heathsville, thecounty seat. Located between theheadwaters of the Coan and the GreatWicomico rivers, in 1679 it was chosenas the site of the county courthouse.The building was completedand county justices were moved in1681.In 1797, citizens established a20-acre town around the courthousesquare naming it in honor of citizenleader John Heath who lived just downthe road at Springfield, an historicplantation mansion still standing andoccupied today.In 1992, the National Register ofHistoric Places designated Heathsvillean Historic District, along with theoriginal courthouse and tavern, nowa restaurant, gift shop and museum.The courthouse square also includesa blacksmith shop, transportationA scene from the Healthsville Farmers’ Market.museum, old jail and carriage house.Northumberland was once dependentupon tobacco as its major cashcrop and currency. Later, most of itsresidents relied on the water for theirlivelihoods. Today, there are manycharter boat captains. And cruises,like those to Tangier and Smith Island,are major tourist attractions.The quaint fishing village ofReedville, with its “Millionaire’s Row”of Victorian homes, remains a tributeto the area’s heritage. The ReedvilleFisherman’s Museum provides acomprehensive overview of the village’sfishing industry, both past andcurrent.Burgess is home to the NorthernNeck Farm Museum, which featuresthe area’s agricultural history, fromthe Indians who roamed the lands tothe large commercial canneries thatonce lined the shores. Visitors canlearn about agriculture, view the toolsNorthumberland Countythat assisted the farmers and learnthe impact of these industries on thepeople of this region.With more than 556 miles of scenicshoreline, more than 12,300 callNorthumberland County home.GovernmentThe Northumberland County seatis on Rt. 360 in Heathsville. 580-7666 or co.northumberland.va.us.The sheriff’s office can be reached at580-5221.LibrariesNorthumberland Public Library isat 7204 Northumberland Highway inHeathsville, 580-5051. High speedwireless internet access available.For VisitorsThe Northumberland County Chamberof Commerce Visitors Center,129Northumberland Hwy. (Rt. 360) inCallao is open Wed., Thurs. and Sat.,9 a.m.–1 p.m. and Fri., 9 a.m. to 5p.m. 529-5031.Don’t Misss Farmers’ Market August 18s Ice Cream Social August 18 63

Richmond CountyHistoryKnown as the Gateway to the NorthernNeck, Richmond County was established in1692 from the old Rappahannock County.Originally explored by Captain John Smithin 1607–1608, the county was settled in1640 when people migrated up from settlementsbelow the Rappahannock River.It was presumably named after the FirstDuke of Richmond, cousin to both KingWilliam III and Queen Mary. One of the earlysettlers was Colonel Moore Fauntleroy,who patented land in the county in 1650.The first county seat was thought tobe at the mouth of Little Carter’s Creek,then moved to Naylors, an early river settlement.The seat moved inland in 1730and renamed the Richmond County Courthouse.In 1831, the name was changedto Warsaw in sympathy with the Polishstruggle for independence. Warsaw wasincorporated as the county’s only town in1947.The Downing Bridge was built across theRappahannock River in 1927, connectingRichmond County to Essex and opening uptravel to and from the Northern Neck. Thebridge replaced 200 years of ferry serviceand was dedicated by Sen. Thomas Downingof the Northern Neck.Richmond County was home of thelast president elected under the ArticlesBoaters launch at the public boat ramp on Totuskey Creek near Warsaw.of Confederation. In 1788, Judge CyrusGriffin was elected president of the U.S.Congress Assembly and held that positionuntil the U.S. Constitution was adoptedand his successor, George Washington,was elected as the first President of theU. S.William A. Jones gained recognition forRichmond County in 1916 when, in supportingself-government for all people, heauthorized a bill that guaranteed independencefor the Philippines. In 1926, thepeople of the Philippines erected a memorialat Jones’ gravesite in the St. John’sEpiscopal Churchyard in Warsaw.Today Richmond County has a populationof 9,300. Serving as the crossroadsof U.S. Route 360 and State Route 3, thecounty seat of Warsaw is currently theheadquarters for many regional governmentagencies as well as a community college,vocational center and regional jail.GovernmentThe Richmond County seat is at 101Court Circle in Warsaw. 333-3415. RichmondCounty has one incorporatedtown, Warsaw. The sheriff’s office can bereached at 333-3611.LibrariesThe Richmond County Public Library isat 52 Campus Dr. in Warsaw. 333-3025.For VisitorsThe Richmond County Museum andVisitors Center is open Wed. - Sun. andis at 5874 Richmond Rd. in Warsaw. 333-3607Don’t Misss Splendors of Simonson’s, August 186:30-8 p.m. Watch the sun set overLancaster Creek. Canoes, paddles,and life jackets provided. Bring a picnicdinner to eat on the water. Minimumage is 6 years. Pre-registrationrequired. 313-5080.s Richmond County Fair, August 21-25.Westmoreland CountyHistoryEstablished in 1653 by the colonial governmentin Jamestown, WestmorelandCounty was named for a British shire.The county’s most significant contributionsto history include its fostering ofmore statesmen than any other countyin the country, and for the LeedstownResolutions.Considered the forerunner of the Declarationof Independence, the LeedstownResolutions were signed in February,1766. Prepared by Richard Henry Lee,the document was signed by 115 patriotswho bound themselves together “To PreventThe Execution of The Stamp Act.”Stratford Hall was the boyhood homeof Richard Henry Lee and Francis LightfootLee, signers of the Declaration ofIndependence.General Henry “Light-Horse Harry” Leewas a Revolutionary War hero and servedas one of General George Washington’smost trusted officers. He is the father ofRobert E. Lee.General Robert E. Lee was born in1807 at Stratford Hall. Lee was a colonelin the U. S. Army when the Civil Warbroke out. Offered the command of theUnion Army, Lee declined because he“could take no part in an invasion” of hisSun bathers and swimmers enjoy a summer afternoon at Colonial Beach.homeland.Most notable among the statesmen ofWestmoreland, George Washington wasborn at Popes Creek in 1732.James Monroe, the nation’s fifth president,was born in 1758 on a farm nearMonroe Bay.Today, Westmoreland has a populationof 16,700 and is home to the onlyoff-track betting casino in the area. Fishingand agriculture are still the area’smainstays, with wineries, produce farmsand seafood packers among some ofthe most prominent businesses in thecounty.GovernmentThe Westmoreland County offices areat 111 Polk St. in Montross. 493-0130.westmoreland-county.org. Westmorelandhas two towns, Colonial Beach andMontross. The sheriff’s office can bereached 493-8066.LibrariesAbraham and William I. Cooper MemorialBranch is at 18 Washington Ave. inColonial Beach. 224-0921. MontrossBranch is at 56 Polk St. in Montross.493-8194. Blake T. Newton MemorialBranch is at 22 Coles Point Road inHague. 472-3820.For VisitorsThe Westmoreland County Visitors Centeris in the county museum and library at43 Court Square, Montross. 493-8440.Virginia’s Potomac Gateway WelcomeCenter is on Rt. 301 at the Potomac RiverBridge. (540) 663-3205.Don’t Misss “Proof,” August 4-19 WestmorelandPlayers Theater, 16217 RichmondRoad, Callao. 8 p.m. $20 adults, $12students. westmorelandplayers.org, or529-9345.s 33rd Annual Rod Run To The Beach,August 18-19.64

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REPRESENTING VIRGINIA’S CHESAPEAKE BAY COUNTRY SINCE 1957Spectacular Views to the BayStunning coastal design with open floor plan.Private boat harbor with dock. $1,200,000.Mariners Woods - Piankatank River2.43 acre site offers a rare opportunity to build aretreat on the river’s deep waters. $495,000.‘Cove House’ on Carters CreekClassic Virginia waterfront home with privatedock. Deep water access to the Bay. $475,000.Potomac Bay Estates - Potomac RiverWaterfront home in idyllic setting with vast waterviews in a relaxed coastal community. $575,000.Carters Creek - IrvingtonArchitectural gem in a premier location. Soaringceilings, walls of glass, simple elegance. $625,000.Crab Point - Rappahannock RiverHandsome, comfortable home in a premier riverfrontlocation. Wide, expansive views. $649,000.Eubank Drive - Town of KilmarnockBuilt in 2006. Private, yet close to all town amenities.1st floor BR. Local marina nearby. $282,500.Heatherfield - KilmarnockAttractive townhouse in convenient lowmaintenancecommunity. $209,000.Steamboat Road - Carters CreekVirginia farmhouse on historic Steamboat Road.Lovely wide views. Small sand beach. $699,000.349 Chesapeake DriveWhite Stone, Virginia804.435.3131www.CarterRealEstate.com4478 Irvington RoadIrvington, Virginia804.438.6575