Visit Maryland.org – Maryland Office of Tourism
https://www.visitmaryland.org/listing/tours/bay-venture-outfitters
TripAdvisor
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g41294-d8147547-Reviews-Bay_Venture_Outfitters-North_East_Maryland.html
Cecil County Government – Business Directory List
https://www.ccgov.org/Home/Components/BusinessDirectory/BusinessDirectory/957/25?alpha=B
Yelp
https://www.yelp.com/biz/bay-venture-outfitters-north-east
Paddling.com
https://paddling.com/paddle/locations/bay-venture-outfitters
Take a Kayak Tour of the Chesapeake Bay – Blog – Inn at the Canal
The Chesapeake Bay provides a multitude of kayaking options, from adventurous to relaxing, and everything in between. You never know what’s around the bend when you explore the stunning Chesapeake Bay from the water. Marvel at the natural beauty that surrounds you and be amazed by the discovery of wildlife in their natural habitat.
https://www.innatthecanal.com/blog/take-kayak-tour-chesapeake-bay
Elk Neck State Park a peak Chesapeake experience – Chesapeake Bay Journal – July 22, 2020
He led me into Stoney Run, a half-mile long stream bordered by an unbroken wall of greenery on either side. A beaver den was the only constructed edifice in sight. Blue herons glided above us. Carp gave an occasional heavy splash. At one point, my paddle alerted a river otter to my presence, and I caught a glimpse of its slick, brown fur as it disappeared in the murky water beside me.
https://www.bayjournal.com/travel/elk-neck-state-park-a-peak-chesapeake-experience/article_a2d33b34-c833-11ea-b6e7-57e77f36d271.html
Four Things to Do in Maryland Before Winter Hits – Blog – McCool Insurance
Kayaking on the bay offers beautiful sites along with wildlife you were not ready to find! You will see deep coves that are filled with turtles, birds catching fish mid-air, and geese soaking up some sun.
https://www.mccoolinsurance.com/four-things-to-do-in-maryland-before-winter-hits/
North East, Maryland: Small Town Chesapeake Life – Edible Delmarva – September 13, 2017
North East offers a tasty trip for travelers willing to venture off the beaten path and take in the wonders of a quaint small town and soak in some Chesapeake Bay history. Take the time this season to make the trip – you’ll be glad you did!
https://edibledelmarva.ediblecommunities.com/things-do/north-east-maryland-small-town-chesapeake-life
Visiting North East – Bay Dreaming
https://baydreaming.com/destinations/north-east-maryland/
Kayaking our way to clean streams – Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay – April 22, 2022
The past 2 years, we have kicked off our cleanup season with the earth day kayak cleanup in our current hometown of north east, md. These cleanups were registered with project clean stream as well. We decided to use kayaks because the marsh area across from the north east community park is not easily reached by land. In order to make this more accessible to the community, we partnered with a local rental business, bay venture outfitters.
https://www.allianceforthebay.org/2022/04/kayaking-our-way-to-clean-streams/
Cleanup By Kayak On North East River – Chesapeake Bay Magazine – May 3, 2021
Nearly three dozen kayakers, including several youth volunteers, were able to collect 2,020 pounds of trash from the North East River before it could make its way into the Chesapeake Bay. The North East-based nonprofit High 5 Initiative led the cleanup with funding from the Chesapeake Bay Trust, and Bay Venture Outfitters provided kayaks.
https://www.chesapeakebaymagazine.com/cleanup-by-kayak-on-north-east-river/
INTO THE BLUE – TWENTY-ONE WAYS TO HIKE, BIKE, AND PADDLE AROUND THE CHESAPEAKE BAY – Baltimore Magazine
The scenic North East River headwaters of the Chesapeake Bay—not far from Elk Neck State Forest—provide the setting for a unique paddling getaway from the city.
https://www.baltimoremagazine.com/section/travel/chesapeake-bay-outdoor-guide-hike-bike-paddle/
Cecil Recognizes Tourism Partners – May 23, 2022
The final award of the morning was the Tourism Person of the Year. This person is an entrepreneur who understands the importance of visitor experience, creativity, and partnership. In his early years of working in the industry, he listened to visitors and took to heart a frequent wish to experience the water. That lead to the opening of his paddling business which has been a huge success. He enthusiastically hosts travel writers, helps with projects, and supports tourism efforts. He served on North East Chamber board, and now serves as a Town of North East Commissioner, but never looks for recognition or the spotlight. He quietly does what he does, dedicating time, energy, caring, and expertise simply because he believes he should.”
The 2022 Tourism Person of the Year recipient is: Kelly Benson (Bay Venture Outfitters and Port House Grill)
https://conduitstreet.mdcounties.org/2022/05/23/cecil-recognizes-tourism-partners/