Historic London Town Tells Revolutionary War Tales Around July 4

MARYLAND — With Independence Day right around the corner, Historic London Town & Gardens planned a revolutionary celebration. Guided tours will offer insight into the colonial days. A reading of the Declaration of Independence is also in store.

Patch recently partnered with several local organizations to bring you their latest news. This guest contribution comes from National Park Service Chesapeake Gateways and Chesapeake Conservancy. Here's what Jody Hedeman Couser submitted to help you explore the Chesapeake Bay:

"Revolutionary London Town

Experience the heady days of 1776 and join the people of London Town in exploring what “independence” really means. Meet individuals from London Town's past and discover what they thought of the Revolution. Take one of the guided tours, listen to a reading of the declaration, and participate in some colonial crafts! You'll even get the chance to play tavern games in the newly restored William Brown House. Program fee is $10 for adults, $9 for seniors, $5 for youth ages 7 to 17, and $3 for children ages 4 to 6. Fee includes admission to London Town. July 10-11, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm; Historic London Town & Gardens, Edgewater, Maryland. More information.

Discover Patuxent Refuge By Bike

Enjoy a summer bicycle ride while experiencing the beauty of the Patuxent Research Refuge’s local wildlife, plants and historical sites. Learn the importance of reducing your footprint and leaving no trace on the 12-mile, guided bicycle ride. Bring your own bike, snack, water bottle and helmet. Free; reservations required. July 10, 10:00 am to 12:30 pm; Patuxent Research Refuge, Laurel, MD. More information and registration.

Maryland’s Bees Webinar

Did you know that there are around 400 native species of bees in Maryland alone? From busy honey bees, to tiny sweat bees and tunneling miner bees, there [are] lots of different bee species found across the state. Join Sam Droege and Pickering Creek Audubon Center staff to discuss the yellow and black buzzing insects that can be found across the old line state. July 6, 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm. More information and registration.

Explore the Current, Weather and Captain John Smith's Historic Voyage with CBIBS!

Head out on the water and learn firsthand the experiences of Captain John Smith's Voyage on NOAA's Chesapeake Bay interpretive Buoy System. CBIBS provides real time weather and environmental information, as well as a glimpse into living Chesapeake Bay History. You can also download the app for your Android or iPhone from the website. Note: some buoys may be offline with no data currently available.

Chesapeake Trail Riverview

Take a virtual tour of the Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail from your computer or mobile device! To help you plan your trip before you go, the Chesapeake Conservancy partnered with Terrain360 to bring you virtual tours of the trail’s great rivers. Sit back and virtually explore the Elk, James (sponsored by the James River Association), Nanticoke, Northeast, Patapsco, Patuxent, Potomac, Rappahannock, Sassafras, Susquehanna, and York rivers. Check out some of the Chesapeake’s special places like Werowocomoco, Fones Cliffs, Baltimore’s Inner Harbor and Mallows Bay. We hope to eventually bring you a virtual tour of the entire Chesapeake Trail! Explore the Chesapeake's great rivers on our website."

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