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Saltwater Cowboys | Chesapeake Bay Magazine A time-honored tradition returns to Chincoteague by Marty Legrand When Chincoteague nearly burned down in 1920 after the ice cream parlor caught fire, the pumps failed on the town’s only fire engine.

PRESS RELEASE: Local Decoy Carvers & Talented Artisans Offer Items to Highest Bidder

Chincoteague Island, VA—March 15, 2021: Easter weekend on Chincoteague Island has historically included attending the Easter Decoy & Art Festival sponsored by the Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce. Visiting with favorite carvers and artists became a tradition for many over the past 40 years. However, due to continued restrictions and safety concerns associated with COVID-19, the Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce has created an alternative this year. We invite you to participate in our virtual Decoy, Art & Getaway Auction. The online auction hosted by
Zeb B. Barfield INC. Professional Auction Sales runs April 4-17. We encourage you to help the chamber raise much needed operating funds as well as support the exhibitors who would normally be at our live show and our local merchants, restaurants, and lodging partners who will be donating gift certificates and packages.

On Easter Sunday April 4, 2021, the virtual auction will begin at www.ZebsAuctions.com. We invite you to preview the items firsthand at the Chincoteague Center on Friday, April 16, 4pm to 7pm, and Saturday, April 17, 9am to Noon. The auction will begin ending at 5pm on April 17. Items purchased may be picked up at Chincoteague Center on Sunday April 18 from Noon to 3pm. Shipping can be arranged for an added cost. The Chincoteague Center is located at 6155 Community Drive, Chincoteague Island, VA 23336.

Items include decoys; original oil, watercolor, and acrylic paintings; painted furniture; shell art; Misty movie memorabilia; old Easter Decoy Festival posters; decorated wooden Easter Eggs; copper art and so much more. New items are arriving daily. We are excited to offer this opportunity to support our business community, artisans, and chamber mission.

Learn more at the Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce Facebook event page. www.facebook.com/events/2844568229124956/ Something different.... something fun! Plan your spring weekend getaway to the island on April 16-18 to preview auction items and hopefully take home some unique treasures. Enjoy all the outdoor activities Chincoteague and Assateague Islands then bid in the privacy of your hotel room, campground, cottage or bed and breakfast while relaxing with a glass of wine watching the sunset. Bid high and bid often to help the local artisan and business communities and the Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce! Enjoy!

"Opening Day" has arrived and The Museum of Chincoteague Island will be open tomorrow, Friday, March 19! Our opening coincides with our 2021 Heritage Days and the theme this year is Celebrate Being Local. We will be open every day (except Sunday, March 21) from Friday, March19-Saturday, March 27. As a part of celebrating being local, any visitor with a Delmarva address will be admitted free of charge, just show us your Delmarva address.

We are open in four, hour and fifteen minute blocks at 11:00, 12:30, 2:00 and 3:30. We will close for fifteen minutes between these blocks to clean high traffic areas. Walk-ins can be admitted based on availability.

To get your tickets in advance, just go to covatix.com and search Museum of Chincoteague Island and choose the time you wish.

As a part of Heritage Days this year, we have reprinted Native Seafood Cookery, the cookbook originally printed in 1972 to celebrate the Oyster Museum's opening and raise funds for the museum. The cookbooks have arrived and are available at the museum and will be available to order soon on our BetterUnite site.

So come on out and enjoy your Museum and buy a cookbook to support The Museum of Chincoteague Island.

PRESS RELEASE: Spring is in Full Swing on Chincoteague Island

Chincoteague, VA—March 12, 2021: Who's ready for spring? After a long, cold winter with limited activities and events to enjoy, who isn't? Well, we have the remedy for your spring fever....a few days in beautiful Chincoteague Island where salt air and sunshine will awaken your senses and frogs will sing you to sleep. Enjoy miles of nature trails and pristine Atlantic Ocean beach in the beautiful Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge fws.gov/refuge/chincoteague/. Rent bicycles, relax on a boat cruise, or discover our marshes by kayak with opportunities to soak in the sights and sounds of spring. Guided or self-guided history tours are a great way to learn about the island's rich history and lore.

Historic Main Street Merchants officially usher in Spring with a two-day scavenger hunt to celebrate the "wearin' o' the green" on Chincoteague Island Friday, March 19, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday March 20, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit chincoteaguemerchants.com/ to learn more about the Search for Shamrocks. Social distancing and masks will be required to ensure everyone's safety while visiting local businesses.

Easter weekend on Chincoteague Island has historically meant attending the Easter Decoy & Art Festival sponsored by the Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce. As an alternative this year, we invite you to participate in the inaugural virtual Decoy, Art, & Getaway Auction. This unique, online auction hosted by Zeb B. Barfield, Inc. www.zebsauctions.com/ runs April 4-17 with preview days on Friday, April 16, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturday, April 17, 9 a.m. to Noon, at the Chincoteague Center located at 6155 Community Drive. We encourage you to help the chamber raise much needed operating funds as well as support the exhibitors who would normally be at our live show and our local merchants, restaurants, and lodging partners. Visit the Chamber Facebook event facebook.com/events/2844568229124956 for more details. Something different.... something fun!

Another first time event sponsored by the Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce is being planned for April 30-May2. "Around The Tump in 3 Days" will allow participants to eat, stay and play at local businesses while enjoying a long weekend of relaxation. Participants can hop on the Pony Express Trolley free of charge on Friday, April 30, 5 p.m. to 11 p.m., Saturday May 1, 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Sunday May May 2, 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. for a fun-filled weekend exploring Chincoteague (the Tump). Participating businesses listed on the official playing card will offer specials or discounts. cards may be purchased at the chamber office located at 6733 Maddox Boulevard along with souvenir t-shirts, food trays, and Extravaganza Raffle tickets on event days or pre-orders will begin on April 5 by visiting the office or calling 757-336-6161. Visit the Chamber Facebook event facebook.com/events/276347233868829 for all the details.

The Museum of Chincoteague Island's virtual ArtSea event facebook.com/events/427670168305169 can be enjoyed from 5:55 p.m. Friday, April 30 to 5:55 p.m. Saturday, May 1 while resting in your room between shopping, eating, and discovering. Preview days of the popular '5x5' art event will be Monday, April 26 to Friday, April 30 in the Museum Legacy Pavilion located at 7125 Maddox Boulevard.

Spring is foaling season on an island where wild ponies roam! Be sure to look for babies on wobbly legs with curly tails.....they will be close to mom!

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After much consideration, the Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors has made the decision to cancel this year’s Chincoteague Old-Fashioned Christmas Parade, scheduled for Saturday, December 5th. With the new state guidelines limiting all public and private in-person gatherings to 25 individuals and with the safety of our participants, essential workers, volunteers, and staff as our highest priority, this is the best public safety decision. Even a drive-thru parade would have its risks. We know this is another disappointment, but we are already working on some other special happenings because this is still a Season of Thankfulness and we still have so much to be thankful for. Stay tuned for more details here and at www.chincoteaguechamber.com.

PRESS RELEASE: Chincoteague Old-Fashioned Christmas Parade - "A Season of Thankfulness"

Chincoteague, VA—October 29, 2020: The Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the 41st Annual Chincoteague Old-Fashioned Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 5, 2020 (inclement weather date is Friday, December 11th). The parade is sponsored this year by Taylor Bank.

As this year of challenges, change and uncertainty comes to a close, the chamber asks that everyone stop for a moment and remember all that we have to be thankful for... our first responders, health care workers, and front line workers who have risked their own health to provide for their communities; our families, employees and recovery efforts that have helped businesses grow and prosper even in challenging times; summer and fall tourism seasons that were beyond expectations and helped the island recover from closures and lost revenue in the spring. Let us come together and celebrate the people, communities, memories, and blessings that have brought us safety, comfort, and love in 2020. We hope you will be able to participate and enjoy the parade within "A Season of Thankfulness".

The parade will begin at 6 p.m. (new start time) and has an extended route from the Main Street/Maddox Boulevard corner down Main Street to Bunting Road to allow for better social distancing and prevent crowding in the downtown area. Please wear a mask whether you are in the parade or just watching. Spread holiday cheer and bring a new, unwrapped toy to put in the Chincoteague Police Department vehicle as it passes in the parade. The toys will bring joy to local needy children this Christmas season.

For everyone's safety, there will be no awards ceremony, refreshments, or visits with Santa this year. Winners will be contacted so arrangements can be made to receive their trophies. We hope you enjoy the festive atmosphere of the fire trucks, classic cars, equestrian teams, decorated boats and more. You may also watch form the comfort of your own home, as the parade will live stream at www.Facebook.com/ChincoteagueChamber.

Make the Chincoteague Old-Fashioned Christmas Parade a part of your holiday tradition. Spend the day in beautiful Chincoteague Island or book a room and stay the weekend! Plan to watch the parade or fill out your entry form today to be a participant. Forms can be found online at www.chincoteaguechamber.com along with a full schedule of holiday events. Deadline to enter in the parade is November 20, 2020.

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Spend Thanksgiving with us and discover your love of Chincoteague Island! Chincoteague and Assateague Islands offers a great fall getaway to enjoy nature, drive up the Service Road to see the North Herd of Chincoteague Ponies, Holly Day Market, Holiday Tree Lighting, Small Business Saturday and so much more. Click the following link to see what restaurants will be open for your Thanksgiving dining pleasure. Reservations are required for most, especially due to social distancing guidelines.
https://www.chincoteaguechamber.com/dining-chincoteague-island/
Be sure to check our schedule of events to see all you can enjoy during your visit! https://www.chincoteaguechamber.com/events/

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Visit www.chincoteaguechamber.com to plan your fall adventure!

Fall is a wonderful time to visit Chincoteague Island…. so keep those Oyster Festival getaway plans or make some new ones at www.chincoteaguechamber.com and join us for the DIY Chincoteague Oyster Festival on Saturday, October 10, 2020 from 10am - 1pm!

The DIY Chincoteague Oyster Festival event can be found at https://www.facebook.com/events/413517342952848

PRESS RELEASE: Chincoteague Island Virginia Voted Best Coastal Small Town by USA Today 10Best

Chincoteague Island, VA—July 10, 2020: Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce is happy to announce that Chincoteague Island, Virginia is the winner of USA Today's 2020 10Best Readers' Choice travel awards for Best Coastal Small Town! This honor was achieved by daily, dedicated voting from Chincoteague Island friends from around the globe! We thank you!

The list of winners is quite impressive and includes:

1. Chincoteague Island- Virginia
2. Bayfield - Wisconsin
3. Venice - Florida
4. Rockport, Texas
5. Bay Saint Louis - Mississippi
6. Southport - North Carolina
7. Georgetown - South Carolina
8. St. Marys - Georgia
9. Gulf Shores - Alabama
10. Sandusky - Ohio

From quaint boutiques and art galleries to delectable cuisine caught fresh from local waters, Chincoteague Island is bursting with coastal charm. A thriving artisans community blends with local flavor and the result is purely captivating. Wild ponies roam on neighboring Assateague Island where the Atlantic Ocean beckons one to explore, relax, and recharge. Boat tours and walking history tours offer glimpses into our past while enjoying the present. Waterfront parks offer sunset or sunrise views over channels surrounding Chincoteague Island; sightings of the Chincoteague wild ponies; delightful sounds of herons, egrets, seagulls and terns as they fish for the night's dinner; and peaceful moments to simply watch the sparkling water.

Small town coastal charm is waiting for you! We are open for business and welcome your visit. Begin your planning today at www.chincoteaguechamber.com. If you have questions regarding COVID-19 and area response, please visit What's Open on CI? to learn more.

Nominees for all categories are chosen by a panel of relevant experts which include a combination of editors from USA TODAY; editors from 10Best.com; relevant expert contributors; and sources for both these media and other Gannett properties.

Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce 6733 Maddox Boulevard Chincoteague, VA 23336

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Pearl in Toms Cove clam a special surprise for family

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