Author's posts
Lighthouse Stamps
If you support the idea of the US Postal Service issuing a set of postage stamps that features five lighthouses from the Chesapeake Bay, then the Chesapeake Chapter, USLHS requests that you take one of the pre-printed letters with you. Please fill out your name, address and the date up top and sign at the …
Permanent link to this article: https://cheslights.org/lighthouse-stamps/
Special Edition Maryland Lighthouse Challenge Coaster
Earn a Special Edition Maryland Lighthouse Challenge Coaster When you become a member, renew your membership, give a gift membership, OR donate a minimum of $10 to the H.E.L.P. Fund you will receive a special edition souvenir coaster from the 2017 Maryland Lighthouse Challenge, depicting a beautiful photo of Thomas Point Shoal Lighthouse by photographer …
Permanent link to this article: https://cheslights.org/special-edition-maryland-lighthouse-challenge-coaster/
2017 Preservation Grant: Friends of Concord Point Lighthouse
The Chapter awarded the 2017 HELP preservation grant of $1,000 to the Friends of Concord Point Lighthouse in Havre de Grace, MD on Saturday November 4th, Chesapeake Chapter President Greg Krawczyk presented the Chapters 2017 Preservation Grant to the Friends of Concord Point Lighthouse in Havre de Grace MD. Accepting the grant were President Larry …
Permanent link to this article: https://cheslights.org/2017-grant-award-friends-of-concord-point-lighthouse/
Ex- Coastie John Clark and wife Vicki return to visit TPSLH after 35 years!
Wednesday, October 11, 2017 Ex- Coastie John Clark and wife Vicki return to visit TPSLH after 35 years! Tour conducted by Chapter officers Tony, Hobie and Captain Howard and his wife Cathy.
Permanent link to this article: https://cheslights.org/ex-coastie-john-clark-and-wife-vicki-return-to-visit-tpslh-after-35-years/
1st Finishers Results! – 2017 MD Lighthouse Challenge
Saturday, September 16 2017 Maryland Lighthouse Challenge FIRST OVERALL FINISHERS – Cove Point Connie and Bobby Dietz from Brandywine, Maryland, 4:10 pm Fort Washington Lauren and Jennifer Schnitzlein from Abingdon, Maryland, 4:17 pm Point Lookout Dawn Linthicum & Richard Kwiatkowski from Columbia, Maryland, 5:24 pm Piney Point Cindy Bragg from Columbus, Ohio, 6:00 pm Sunday, …
Permanent link to this article: https://cheslights.org/1st-finishers-results-2017-md-lighthouse-challenge/
2015 Maryland Lighthouse Challenge souvenirs available for purchase
Attention Challengers! Available along the Challenge route, while supplies last, don’t miss the opportunity to purchase a 2015 – 10th Anniversary Maryland Lighthouse Challenge Booklet and Stamp set*! The booklet contains timelines of all the Challenge Lights and other pertinent information. Each beautiful color stamp in the set affixes to the corresponding page in the …
Permanent link to this article: https://cheslights.org/2015-maryland-challenge-souvenir-sale/
Our Sponsors – 2017 MD Lighthouse Challenge
WE THANK OUR SPONSORS! Sawyer Chesapeake Bay Fishing Charters & Chesapeake Bay Tours www.sawyercharters.com/
Permanent link to this article: https://cheslights.org/our-sponsors-2017-md-lighthouse-challenge/
Special Edition Newsletter – 2017 MD Lighthouse Challenge
Download the Special Edition of the Challenge Newsletter! Featuring Cruisin’ for Coasters… The 2017 Maryland Lighthouse Challenge by Karen Rosage and Lauren & Paula Liebrecht 17ChallengeIssue.pdf
Permanent link to this article: https://cheslights.org/special-edition-newsletter-2017-md-lighthouse-challenge/
Collectible Pin – 2017 MD Lighthouse Challenge
The 2017 Maryland Lighthouse Challenge Collectible Pin. Available at select stops along the Challenge route. At this time, it is anticipated that the stops will include Concord Point, Drum Point, Hooper Strait and Piney Point. Any change will be noted on the Challenge webpage as the event draws closer.
Permanent link to this article: https://cheslights.org/pin-2017-md-lighthouse-challenge/
T-Shirt Design – 2017 MD Lighthouse Challenge
Introducing the 2017 Maryland Lighthouse Challenge T-Shirt Design. Available at select stops along the Challenge route. At this time, it is anticipated that the stops will include Concord Point, Drum Point, Hooper Strait and Piney Point. Any change will be noted on the Challenge webpage as the event draws closer.
Permanent link to this article: https://cheslights.org/t-shirt-design-2017-md-lighthouse-challenge/
Souvenir: Coasters – 2017 MD Lighthouse Challenge
CHALLENGE LIGHTS COMPLETER BONUS LIGHTS BONUS CRUISE Information and details for making reservations are available at Sawyer Fishing Charters & Chesapeake Bay Tours, 410-397-3743 www.sawyercharters.com/chesapeake-bay-lighthouse-cruises.htm. SPECIAL EDITION Earn a Special Edition Maryland Lighthouse Challenge Coaster Become a member, renew your membership, give a gift membership, OR donate a minimum of $10 to the H.E.L.P. Fund …
Permanent link to this article: https://cheslights.org/souvenir-coasters-2017-md-lighthouse-challenge/
Challenge Fees and Schedules – 2017 Maryland Lighthouse Challenge
Challenge Fees and Schedules – Last update: August 7, 2017 NOTE: We have had multiple inquiries for directions. They are currently being reviewed to make sure nothing has changed on the roadways, and will be posted within the next week or so. Sorry for the delay, but we want to be as accurate with our …
Permanent link to this article: https://cheslights.org/challenge-fees-and-schedules/
Rack Card – 2017 Maryland Lighthouse Challenge
2017 Maryland Lighthouse Challenge Rack Card Help us spread the word about our 11th Maryland Lighthouse Challenge! Download a PDF here or email challenge@cheslights.org if you would like to receive a bundle of rack cards to hand out at your favorite location, group or to share with friends and family. Also click the ‘Like’ button …
Permanent link to this article: https://cheslights.org/rack-card-2017-maryland-lighthouse-challenge/
2015 MD Lighthouse Challenge
The Chesapeake Chapter’s 2015 Maryland Lighthouse Challenge The 2015 Maryland Lighthouse Challenge September 19 and 20 Click here to see our photo album of Finishers, Volunteers and Memorable Moments from the 2015 MD Lighthouse Challenge List of 1st Finishers Take our AFTER CHALLENGE SURVEY! Download the Special Edition of the Challenge Newsletter! Featuring – Form …
Permanent link to this article: https://cheslights.org/2015-md-lighthouse-challenge/
Scouts Earn Chesapeake Chapter Scout Patch
This quarter we received two applications for the Chesapeake Chapter Scout Patch! The following scouts received their patch, a certificate, and a copy of the Chapter’s Summer 2016 newsletter. Girl Scout troop 1204, led by Christie Bennett-Zellers, from Bernville, Pennsylvania spent the night at Hooper Strait in June. The nine Scouts receiving their patch are: …
Permanent link to this article: https://cheslights.org/scouts-earn-chesapeake-chapter-scout-patch/
Girl Scout from Fredericksburg, VA Earns Chesapeake Chapter Scout Patch
This quarter we received one application for the Chesapeake Chapter Scout Patch! The following scout received her patch, a certificate, and a copy of our newsletter announcement. Girl Scout Troop 468 from Fredericksburg, VA – Led by Kira Fredenburgh – Scout: Cadette Jordan Rice. Jordan provided photos of her projects: Congratulations Jordan!! ~ Spring 2016 Contact: Education Coordinator, …
Permanent link to this article: https://cheslights.org/scouts-spring-2016/
Final 2015 Open House at Point Lookout
Winnie, Hobie, Alma & Tony participated in the final Open House for 2015 at Point Lookout Lighthouse on Saturday, November 7.
Permanent link to this article: https://cheslights.org/final_2015_open_house_point_lookout/
Scouts take the Challenge
An unprecedented number of scouts (43) and their leaders (23) from 21 different troops, three states, and the District of Columbia, participated and finished the MD Lighthouse Challenge, earning them the Chesapeake Chapter “Keeping the Lights Shinning” Scout Patch! The following troops received their patch and certificates along with a copy of the Fall newsletter. …
Permanent link to this article: https://cheslights.org/scouts-take-the-challenge/
T-Shirt Design – 2015 MD Lighthouse Challenge
Introducing the 2015 MD Lighthouse Challenge T-Shirt Design.
Permanent link to this article: https://cheslights.org/t-shirt-design-2015-md-lighthouse-challenge/
Special Edition Newsletter – 2015 MD Lighthouse Challenge
Download the Special Edition of the Challenge Newsletter! Featuring Form Meets Function: The Diverse Architecture of the Maryland Challenge Lights by Tony Pasek www.cheslights.org/pdf/15ChallengeIssue.pdf
Permanent link to this article: https://cheslights.org/special-edition-newsletter-2015-md-lighthouse-challenge/
Souvenir: Stamps – 2015 MD Lighthouse Challenge
CHALLENGE LIGHTS COMPLETER BONUS LIGHTS BONUS CRUISE
Permanent link to this article: https://cheslights.org/souvenir-stamps-2015-md-lighthouse-challenge/
Our Sponsors – 2015 MD Lighthouse Challenge
WE THANK OUR SPONSORS!
Permanent link to this article: https://cheslights.org/our-sponsors-2015-md-lighthouse-challenge/
Rack Card – 2015 Maryland Lighthouse Challenge
2015 Maryland Lighthouse Challenge Rack Card Help us spread the word about our 10 year Anniversary Celebration. Email challenge@cheslights.org if you would like to receive a bundle of rack cards to hand out at your favorite location, group or to share with friends and family.
Permanent link to this article: https://cheslights.org/rack-card-2015-maryland-lighthouse-challenge-2/
2015 Spring Chapter Board Meeting Photos
The Chapter Fall Board Meeting was held Saturday, March 14, 2015 at the John Marshall in Alexandria, VA Click here to see more photos on our Facebook page. (You do not need to have a Facebook account)
Permanent link to this article: https://cheslights.org/2015-spring-chapter-board-meeting-photos/
1st Finishers Results! – 2015 MD Lighthouse Challenge
Maryland Lighthouse Challenge First Finishers – In Order of Time Finished Concord Point: David and Diane Richmond, Hanover, Maryland; 3:30 p.m. on Saturday. (Grand First Finishers!) Drum Point: Lisa & Evan Mintz, Dix Hills, New York; 3:57 p.m. on Saturday. Piney Point: Hilari Seery North Carolina; 5:18 p.m. on Saturday. Baltimore: Rose, Rick and Melissa …
Permanent link to this article: https://cheslights.org/1st-finishers-results-2015-md-lighthouse-challenge/
Girl Scouts and Webelo Pack from Indian Head, MD
Scouts from Indian Head, MD completed our Scout Patch program! Seven Senior, Cadette, and Junior Girl Scouts from troops 2492, 6461 and 2505; and three Webelos from pack 425, visited Drum Point and Cove Point as part of the eight completed activities from our program. Their activities included making posters to display at their local …
Permanent link to this article: https://cheslights.org/girl-scouts-and-webelo-pack-from-indian-head-md/
2014 Preservation Grant: Friends of Concord Point Lighthouse
The Chapter awarded the 2014 HELP preservation grant of $1,000 to the Friends of Concord Point Lighthouse in Havre de Grace, MD on October 13, 2014. This non-profit group will use this grant along with $1,500 to be raised by the Friends for some needed restoration and improvements to both the 1827 lighthouse and the …
Permanent link to this article: https://cheslights.org/2014-grant-award-friends-of-concord-point-lighthouse/
Chapter 25th Anniversary Celebration Photos
The Chapter celebrated it’s 25th Anniversary on Saturday, September 20, 2014 with a picnic to honor members and volunteers at Fort Washington Park. Click here to see more photos on our Facebook page. (You do not need to have a Facebook account)
Permanent link to this article: https://cheslights.org/chapter-25th-anniversary-celebration-photos/
2014 Fall Chapter Board Meeting Photos
The Chapter Fall Board Meeting was held Saturday, September 13, 2014 at the Concord Point Keepers House in Havre de Grace, MD Click here to see more photos on our Facebook page. (You do not need to have a Facebook account) View Larger Map
Permanent link to this article: https://cheslights.org/fall-chapter-board-meeting-photos/
Education: Brownie Troop, Dawn, VA
Chapter President, Tony Pasek, his wife Alma and Chapter Secretary, Hobie Statzer did a lighthouse talk and the Chapter’s preservation efforts on August 11 to a group of Brownies in Dawn, VA during their week-long day Camp Evening Shade. The Brownies are working on a special Lighthouse badge and are rising 2 & 3rd graders. …
Permanent link to this article: https://cheslights.org/education-brownie-troop-dawn-va/
