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Biking on Chincoteague & Assateague Islands is one of
the best and most enjoyable ways to see all the Island's
treasures. From the vast trails on the Chincoteague Wildlife
Refuge to the back streets of Chincoteague you'll find yourself
relaxing while getting in your excersise.
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| Herbert
H. Bateman Center |
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state-of-the-art facility is brimming with areas of
interest for even a casual observer. Visitors will be
treated to exhibits featuring many computer-enhanced
features.
One
is a piping plover tracking system where visitors can
shadow the movements of any tagged bird via the Internet.
In a larger-than-life eagle's nest, visitors get a literal
"bird's-eye view" of what a nest looks like.
Nearby will be a television with a live camera feed
of a real eagle's nest.
The
building also features a 125-seat auditorium equipped
with the latest in audio-visual technology. There is
also a classroom for visiting school groups equipped
with work tables, microscopes and various other science
and nature-related materials.
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| Chincoteague
National Wildlife Refuge |
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 Explore
the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge, world
famous for the Chincoteague wild Ponies, and take
in all the spectacular views. The Refuge offers
an Interpretive Program Schedule, including bird
watching, the history of Lighthouses, evening walks,
and the fragile Eco-system of the land. Birdwatchers
will be delighted to find that the refuge is home
to over 260 species of birds and waterfowl. Be sure
to visit the Herbert H. Bateman Educational and
Administrative Center.
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| Oyster
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 The
Oyster and Maritime Museum is rich in history and
maritime lore of the present, and days gone by.
Various exhibits, including the original prismatic
lighthouse lens make for a must see attraction.
7125 Maddox Blvd, 757-336-6117
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NASA |
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 The
NASA Visitor Center on Wallops Island offers excitement
for both young and old. Real rockets are on display
and model rocket launches are frequently held. Thrills
await the visitor! Route 175 (Wallops Island) 757-824-2298
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Area
Attractions:
Nearby
Restaurants:
- A.J's
on the Creek - 1.2 mi
- Bill's
Seafood Restaurant - .5 mi.
- Chincoteague
Inn - .2 mi
- Don's
Seafood Restaurant - 1.0 mi
- Etta's
Channel Side - 1.0 mi.
- Maria's
Family Restaurant - 1.8 mi.
- Ray's
Shanty (off island) - 2 mi.
- That
Mexican Place- 1.4 mi.
Recreation:
- Golfing
- 15 mi.
- Bowling
- .5 mi.
- Skate
Park - 1.0 mi.
- Driving
Range Cages- 15 mi.
- Mini
Golf - 1.4 mi.
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