The Eastern Shore of Maryland offers boundless beauty. From the rolling fields and old orchards to sunny beaches and quaint towns, a summer on the shore is a magical thing. Sometimes, when the weather is behaving and the days are long, we like to explore.
The farms on the shore are seemingly endless. Many of these date back hundreds of years. Our farm isn't nearly quite as old as these places, but we do have a collection of fruit trees that are decades old and still bear fruit. These trees give the bees a source of pollen, and add to the unique flavor of our Spring Honey. We've only recently transformed the fields back into naturalized meadows, and in doing so, the local ecosystem has stabilized.
A beautiful plum tree on the Eastern Shore. Apples beginning to show just a little color. On this old farm, there is a cemetery in the back yard. Farmers in years past often died at the same farm where they were born. Figs grow surprisingly well on the Eastern Shore-they get to be huge bushes. Some years, sunflowers don't do very well. But, in July 2013, they did exceptionally well. An old smokehouse at the farm. The highest fruit needs to be picked, which takes a little crafty thinking. Beautiful plums from the Eastern Shore. Relics of times gone by remain all over the Eastern Shore. Fresh from Joyce's garden. Joyce is quite the chef, and makes up beautiful meals like this. Fresh from her garden, too!
How Do You Relax on the Eastern Shore?
Where are your favorite places to relax? How do you like to kick back in the heat of the summer? If you spend any time on the shore, we'd love to see your photos! Tag us on Instagram with @beeinspiredgoods so we can see how you're enjoying your summer days.