Walking up to 2 miles per day at a moderate pace of 2 mph over mostly flat terrain. Standing up to 2 hours per day. Wading in knee-deep water during shellfish harvesting activity. Program will require approximately 4 miles of walking over 3 days. Hotel does not have elevator access; stairs are required for most guest rooms, with limited ground-floor rooms available. Must be able to use stairs in order to navigate some field trip sites. Getting on/off a pontoon boat and getting in/out of bus and traveling up to 2 hours per day. Must be physically capable of participating in all planned program activities.
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A Hands-On, Sea-to-Table Extravaganza on Chincoteague Island
Program No. 23441RJ
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A Hands-On, Sea-to-Table Extravaganza on Chincoteague Island
A Hands-On, Sea-to-Table Extravaganza on Chincoteague Island
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Program
At a Glance
Duration
6 days
Program Begins
Chincoteague , Va.
Program Concludes
Chincoteague , Va.
Group Type
Small Group
Meals
13 (
5B, 4L, 4D
)
Activity Level
From
2,449A new aquaculture industry is emerging in the coastal waters surrounding Chincoteague Island off Virginia’s Atlantic coast as the famous salty oysters known as the “Chincoteague Salts” make a comeback. These local waters also offer excellent grounds for clamming and crabbing, and sea-to-table restaurants abound, providing ample opportunities to enjoy these bountiful harvests. During this hands-on seafood extravaganza, get your feet wet as you join local watermen to hunt for clams, learn about oysters, catch the famous blue crab, and work with experienced chefs to prepare historic and modern Chincoteague dishes. Along the way, learn about the re-emerging aquaculture industry from those who live it and discover the challenges faced by those who work on the water.
Best of all, you'll...
- Enjoy a hands-on clam-harvesting experience and learn about oysters and aquaculture with local experts.
- Learn about beer and wine during a private tasting event with a local expert.
- Work with an expert local chef to create historic and modern Chincoteague dishes.
General Notes
All rooms at Channel Bass Inn have one bed, and some include a sleeper sofa or space for a rollaway bed. Roommate matching is unavailable for solo travelers on this program. If you do not have anyone to share a room with you must book as a single room option for the additional cost.
Featured Expert
Cindy Faith
Cindy Faith has been a Group Leader and lecturer at the Museum of Chincoteague Island’s Road Scholar programs for many years. Raised on the Eastern Shore of Virginia, her knowledge of the region’s natural and local history is encyclopedic. Her expertise runs the gamut from horseshoe crabs and wild ponies to pirates and the Civil War’s impact on the Chincoteague region. Combined with her warm sense of humor, Cindy’s vast knowledge assures Road Scholar participants of an informative and interesting experience.
Please Note:
This expert may not be available for every date of the program
Activity Level
Keep the Pace
Small Group
(13 to 24)
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.
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You can also find many of the books we recommend at the Road Scholar store on bookshop.org, a website that supports local bookstores.
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We want your Road Scholar learning adventure to be something to look forward to—not worry about. That’s why we go to the ends of the earth to give you peace of mind, from the moment you enroll until the day you return home.
Assurance Plan
Road Scholar is committed to the well-being of every participant, whether on a program in the United States or abroad. That’s why all participants are covered under our Road Scholar Assurance Plan, which provides 24-hour assistance in the event of an emergency during your program, as well as insurance for emergency medical evacuation.
Want to Protect Your Investment?
Road Scholar is pleased to offer its Trip Protection Plan as a way to protect your program investment. You may purchase this optional trip protection plan when enrolling in your program.
Sustainable Travel
We offset a portion of the emissions created by your travel. Read about our commitment to a more sustainable planet.
- Peace of Mind
We want your Road Scholar learning adventure to be something to look forward to—not worry about. That’s why we go to the ends of the earth to give you peace of mind, from the moment you enroll until the day you return home.
- Assurance Plan
Road Scholar is committed to the well-being of every participant, whether on a program in the United States or abroad. That’s why all participants are covered under our Road Scholar Assurance Plan, which provides 24-hour assistance in the event of an emergency during your program, as well as insurance for emergency medical evacuation.
- Want to Protect Your Investment?
Road Scholar is pleased to offer its Trip Protection Plan as a way to protect your program investment. You may purchase this optional trip protection plan when enrolling in your program.
- Sustainable Travel
We offset a portion of the emissions created by your travel. Read about our commitment to a more sustainable planet.
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