9.01.2008

Labor Day Weekend, Kiptopeke


The last summer weekend  at the waters of the lower Chesapeake Bay. Placid and tranquil.
 
A little cookout at the picnic area.

Swimming area at Kiptopeke State Park

Jetty
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In December 1948, nine McCloskey ships were partially sunk to form a ferry breakwater off the coast of Kiptopeke Beach, Virginia.

After the construction of the Chesepeake Bay Bridge and Tunnel, the ferry was put out of business; however, the breakwater still protects the beach and provides a home for coastal fish and birds.

 
Shore birds

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