Campfire Stories: Chesapeake Bay: Tales & Travel Companion - Paperback

by Ilyssa Kyu (Editor), Dave Kyu (Editor)

Immerse yourself in a unique blend of literature and lore about Chesapeake Bay, including classic passages, original essays, poems, and natural history

• Curated story collections explore the rich and diverse legacies of Chesapeake Bay
• Contributors include Tiya Miles, Annie Marhefka, Gilbert Byron, Tom Wisner, James Michener, Audrey Scharmen, Makshya Tolbert, and RagghiRain
• Local recommendations for outdoor exploration, select cultural activities, camping options, gateway towns, and more
• "How to Visit Well" and "Community Resources" sections offer tips on sustainable travel while highlighting cultural, Indigenous, and conservation organizations

Expanding on the bestselling Campfire Stories volumes, which feature shareable tales from our national parks, this new series from Ilyssa and Dave Kyu immerses readers in the storytelling endemic to America's beloved natural spaces, offering unique tours through diverse histories, lore, and landscapes.

Part story collection and part travel companion, each eye-catching volume begins with an anthology of "campfire stories"--from classic passages to original poetry, historical excerpts to fresh perspectives, treasured folk songs to local myths. Through the magic of storytelling, readers are deeply drawn into each distinctive terrain. These tales are then followed by a mini-guide: community-sourced recommendations for outdoor activities, cultural landmarks, and historical points of interest that will enrich the reader's experience, as well as tips on how to best travel lightly and respectfully through these scenic and varied public lands.