Articles related to "Salt Marshes"

Try sea kayaking, explore salt marshes and tidal rivers or enjoy freshwater ponds and streams. Cape Cod's varied waters offer plenty of options for water based holiday.

For kid friendly, hands-on education about sea creatures, alligators, beach ecology and more, visit Myrtle Beach State Park and Huntington Beach State Park.

Nearly 40 years after the oil spill, residual oil under the sediment is still damaging the health of a salt marsh, impacting crabs and sea grass beds.

Add the vigorous native fall flowering groundsel shrub to your natural habitat garden in southeastern coastal or piedmont regions.

Natural Unrefined Sea Salt has been produced in Maldon since Saxon times, and is praised by celebrity chefs including Jamie Oliver and Nigel Slater.

Britain's coastline is reknowned for its beautiful beaches and Wells-next-the-Sea in East Anglia provides one such example, combined with a friendly and bustling port.

Grand Pré Historic Site recalls Acadian life and the historic expulsion. Visit Grand Pré to see Evangeline, explore an archaeological dig, or taste the local wines.

Oceanic and coastal marine species live around a mountaintop 25 metres below the surface of the sea.

When Machias settlers heard of Lexington and Concord, they attacked a British ship picking up lumber for British barracks in Boston.

Hook it, slice it, birdie or double eagle - even a divot or two can happen in the Myrtle Beach area. Enjoy playing in the sands at over 100 golf courses.

Nantes will be hosting a number of matches in the Rugby World Cup this autumn. But besides the matches there's a lot to see in this fine city- certainly more than enough.

Marsh Samphire is a popular wild food ingredient often found on fish stalls. Delicious in salads while young, or steamed with butter to accompany fish.

The beach bistro La Grand Plage has it all: nice food, great view, a big beach right at its doorstep - and even a sauna!

Ocracoke Island is little more than a strip of sand outlining the North Carolina coast, but this small barrier island has a lot to offer.

Thought to be among the oldest organisms on earth, methanogens live in extreme environments and have adaptations allowing them to thrive in their harsh habitats.

Red drum are some of the most popular saltwater fish among fly fishers in the United States. They are available along much of the Atlantic and all of the Gulf coast.

Tucked away in the north-west corner of Lancashire, bounded on the west by Morecambe Bay, is the Arnside and Silverdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Key West is home to many rare species, and is important as a pit-stop for many migratory birds. Here's a few birds to look for, as well as five birdwatching hot spots.

Though it's one of the seagulls, the Black-headed Gull doesn't go to sea: it prefers shallow waters and gentle coastlines, and tolerates humans. Most live in Europe.

A 40-mile cycle-ride, through the Devon countryside and on the Tarka Trail beside the Taw and Torridge river estuaries featured in the famous story of 'Tarka The Otter'.

Along the Florida Panhandle's Forgotten Coast, find unspoiled sand dunes, inviting accommodations and pet-friendly beaches.

The Looe Valley Line is one of the most picturesque branch railways in England, linking the main line with the coast through some of Cornwall's most scenic countryside.

As the economy worsens, Americans look for more economical ways of spending time with their families. Since the turn of the century families have enjoyed state parks.

One of only a handful of Northeast Florida-based fashion designers, Erin Rossie Healy hopes her looks will help boost the fledgling local industry.

The vast coastal marshes provide visitors abundant opportunities for birdwatching. This refuge encompasses over 68,000 acres on the Apalachee Bay/Gulf Coast of Florida.

Red drum are a fly fisher's dream. They are readily available from Virginia south to Florida and along the Gulf to Mexico. In Louisiana, they are always willing to eat.

Gulf State Park is located along Alabama's coast in Gulf Shores. It contains 6,150 acres, including two miles of white sand beaches, a 900 acre lake, and scrub forest.

The region of Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur offers the visitor three distinct landscapes to explore, the Mediterranean coast, Provence and the Alpes d'Azur.

Think marshmallows are a mysterious confection impossible to make at home? Think again! Yes, you can make delicious light-as-air marshmallows in your own kitchen.

The Indian River Lagoon extends through the Treasure Coast of Florida. Known as one of North America's most diverse estuaries, it is a haven for recreational paddling.

Just south of Los Angeles, Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, Balboa, Laguna Beach, Dana Point and San Clemente are among the great beaches in Orange County, California.

Two great learning experiences for those wishing to explore the nature and ecosystems of Martha's Vineyard include an unusual arboretum and a wildlife sanctuary.

A review of water activities for kids on North Carolina's Outer Banks

Take time to visit South Carolina and enjoy what many think is the best place on earth for paddle sports like canoeing and kayaking.

Growing vegetables is becoming a popular way to cut down on food costs. By following these tips, gardeners can reduce their planting expenses as well.

Loggerhead turtle populations are declining worldwide. Volunteers with the Caretta Research Project help protect nests and escort hatchlings safely to the ocean.

Land hermit crabs make great pets. But too many new crab owners learn the hard way that these crustaceans can't survive with only sand and the wire cage they came in.

Walking, biking and exploring nature are among the many activities available in the East Sussex Country Park famous for its chalk white cliffs shimmering along the coast.

Want to vacation somewhere that has clear blue waters, sugar white beaches, a ton of activities, and still be close to civilization? Check out St. Andrews State Park!

Chose the southern end of the Canal du Midi because of its varied scenery. From the tree-lined canal to the open waters of the Etang du Thau.

Two playful otters and a giant shark fossil make the Calvert Marine Museum in Solomons, Maryland, a fun and educational destination offering something for all ages.

The North Norfolk coast is one of the best holiday spots in East England, but towns like Cromer, Holt, Wells, Blakeney, Hunstanton and Cley are all very different.

Using Spring motifs in "Autumn Rivulets," Whitman plays ironically with the idea of reminiscence, a remembering of innocence within the context of experience.

Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge on Maryland's Eastern Shore is the destination for avid birders, but families with kids will enjoy seeing bald eagles too.

The North Norfolk coast is only a couple of hours from London. But you can still get lost in the salt marshes, and drink in a flint-walled village pub.

The American alligator, West Indian manatee, and wood stork are among the species that thrive in the J. N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refugee on Sanibel Island.

Some species of wading birds can be found along every roadway and waterway in Florida. A few have specific habitats in which they will be found.

Remote Ocracoke Island is part of the least developed region of North Carolina's Outer Banks. Known for simple pursuits and miles of open beach, it is reachable by ferry.

England's long distance walks offer diverse enjoyments - from bleak and challenging moorland walks to gentle lowland rambles.

Asparagus is the harbinger of Spring. This versatile vegetable can stand on its own or be used in a hundred other recipes. Here's one that will have your guests raving.