Fish, that’s what, and maybe crab a little. Still, you can’t fish every waking hour, though I’d like to try some day.
But there are lots of other things to do and see in Deltaville.
For starters, there is The Deltaville Maritime Museum and Holly Point Nature Park, home to the Nationally registered historic boat, the F.D. Crockett. Situated on 36 acres crossing both the waters of Mill Creek and Jackson Creek Road, this water accessible park acts as a setting for the Museum, the multi-purpose events pavilion, outside exhibits and the waterfront performance area. Founded in 2002, the Museum and Park’s mission is to preserve and present the history of Chesapeake Bay watermen, their workboats, fisheries, and methods. The Museum and Park also host farmer’s markets, plays, concerts, and Holiday events throughout the year.
Another interesting Deltaville attraction is the Deltaville Ballpark, home to a semi-pro baseball team called the Delta Dodgers. The 1948 vintage Deltaville Ballpark reminds baseball fans of the past – when minor league baseball flourished in small and mid-sized towns throughout America.
There are several very good restaurants in Deltaville. We ate at The Table, an upscale eatery with delightful Seafood and American entrees. I had a huge slab of fried flounder and Nancy ordered oysters and clam strips. Everything was excellent. We also ate at The Galley, a long-time Deltaville fixture. We had a combination of tuna, flounder and oysters and it was all good. One night while Ian blew his rainy and windy path through town, we ordered Chinese from Top’s China – everything was delicious.
There is one grocery store – Deltaville Market – but it was well stocked and open long hours. I always enjoy shopping at the local markets, a refreshing change from the big box grocery stores. Sometimes their local meats – like sausages – are unique.
We also took several tours along the back roads in Middlesex County through farming and fishing country. That in itself is worth a visit to Deltaville.