An eastern shore couple may have videotape proof that chessie, the legendary chesapeake bay creature that has been as elusive as the loch ness monster, really does exist after all. However, with the ecological fate of the chesapeake bay in constant flux, this legendary denizen of these midatlantic waters has decided to make a robust effort as the bay s pr ambassador of friendship. In 1936, one of the earliest mentions of chessie was made when the crew of a military helicopter. She was big enough to have been moby dicks daughter. The strong, dependable nature of the duck hunters beloved chessie, a water retrieving breed that originated off marylands eastern shore, is highlighted in this. It was written by rachel marin for the maryland unit in mrs. Over the years there have been many sightings of a serpentlike creature without any flippers or horns on its body. All credit goes to michael dobrzycki because i used his book to help me draw. Chesapeake bay retrievers complete pet owners manuals. Claims of sightings appear in local media and regionallythemed. Chessie sightings date back to 1846, when a captain lawson reported seeing a smallheaded creature between cape charles and cape henry, virginia, near the mouth of the chesapeake bay.
Chessie racing johns hopkins university press books. Aug 30, 2018 like the elusive loch ness monster or nessie of scotland, the chesapeake bay has a mysterious sea monster of its own chessie. Chessie the chesapeake bay monster of maryland scary. Bob frew, who still lives on love point on kent island, is still convinced that in 1982. The sea monster that ate annapolis maryland jeffrey holland, marcy dunn ramsey on. Fish and wildlife service featured chessie on the front of a coloring book promoting bay conservation. Chessie sea monster in chesapeake bay cryptozoology, like animals, sea. In the field he is always all in and no game is ever left behind, his drive is second to none. This creature, affectionately known as chessie, is said to be a dark snakelike animal, approximately 30 feet long, and capable of swimming up to 10 mph. Affectionately known as chessie, popularized cousin of nessie. This books is awesome because from my house you can see the opening of the chesapeake bay.
Affectionately dubbed chessie in analogy with nessie, the. Feb 12, 2019 maybe the polluted bay created a monster, or a monster drew attention to a polluted bay. This books is awesome because from my house you can see the opening of the chesapeake bay, so it was nice to think there was a giant. In 1982, robert frew filmed chessie from a house on kent island which overlooked the bay. Nov 19, 1978 about 30 residents of sting ray point, va, and other areas around chesapeake bay reptdly have sighted 2530ft monster in bay waters since june. Is there a sea monster by the name of chessie swimming around in the chesapeake bay. Chessie the chesapeake bay monster mythical creatures. Fish and wildlife service in 1986 and republished by the. Chessiebook is a data repository for the chesapeake bay retriever breed. Even if sightings are not as common today, the sea creature is alive in maryland culture.
Claims of sightings appear in local media and regionally themed. The book was very informative and covered a wide range of data on this particular breed. Beneath the calm waters of our beloved bay, a monster lurks or so. Chesapeake bay retriever painting original dog art silver finish tie bar. Explore textures and tactile experiences along the length of chessies tale. Chessie, as an environmental icon for the chesapeake bay, was used by the u. Chessie the chesapeake bay monster monster stories. The coloring books story aims to help children learn about the bay and the importance of protecting its resources. However, with the ecological fate of the chesapeake bay in constant flux, this legendary denizen of these midatlantic waters has decided to make a robust effort as the bay. As such, archive copies of the data and software will be provided periodically to a group of independent trustees for safekeeping. Chessie is an elusive creature who haunts the chespeake bay.
This informative article seeks to reveal whether chessie is fact or fiction and gives possible explanations for the sea monster s origins. Skippered by baltimore businessman george collins and named after the chesapeake s equivalent to the loch ness monster, chessie became a focal point of regional and national pride when she competed in 199798. Enjoy a toddlersized adventure in this under the chesapeake bay themed soft play area featuring none other then chessie, the chesapeake bay sea monster. A second coloring book, chessie returns was published in 1991. The legend of chessie is alive and well 35 years later. Sep 04, 1984 but once again there are reports that a sea monster has taken up residence in washingtons watery weekend playground, the chesapeake bay. Nov 02, 2017 thirtyfive years after the first sighting of chessie, residents of maryland recall the legend of chesapeake bay s resident sea monster. Jeff hollands song and accompanying picture book, chessie, the sea monster that ate annapolis.
Whatever chessie may be, mutant eel, prehistoric creature, escaped anaconda, or something completely different, anyone interested in catching a glimpse of it should definitely visit chesapeake bay during the warm summer months. In this clever rhyming tale published in 1990, chessie is a giant chesapeake bay retriever, not a monster at all. In 1936, one of the earliest mentions of chessie was made when the crew of a military helicopter flying over the bush river claimed seeing an unknown. A chesapeake bay story, originally published by the u. Chessie, the sea monster rumored to live in the chesapeake bay, takes a starring role in the 1986 u. The days arrived, your chesapeake bay retriever has hit the front page of their own book. It provides a convenient place for owners and breeders to maintain health, title and pedigree data for chesapeakes around the world. Chesapeake bay retriever silhouette chessie custom doormat. Ive heard stories from my parents and grandmother about a long serpent like creature seen at dusk in the chesapeake bay. Jul 22, 2011 searching for chessie of the chesapeake bay young readers join jim and claire meadows on an adventurous kayaking trip in search of the legendary sea monster, chessie. Chessie, a friendly bay monster, returns in this coloring story book to represents all those creatures that depend on the bay for food and habitat. The legend of chessie prompted creation of a coloring book called. Chessie the chesapeake bay monster half pint custom made to order yoshabel. Simply pick the yappy icon that looks most like your chessie, the name of your dog, and leave us to do the rest.
A personalized, exclusive book is the most pawsome gift for a dog lover. Chessie is a legendary sea monster said to live in the midst of the chesapeake bay. Affectionately known as chessie, popularized cousin of nessie scotlands loch ness monster, the creature is reported to be gentle and good natured. The coloring book focuses on the chesapeake bay and protecting its resources. Although seen for decades, he first solid photographic evidence came in 1982 when a family videotaped chessie from kent island, maryland, the largest island in chesapeake bay. Chesapeake mermaid photos legends have long told of mythical creatures in the chesapeake bay most notably chessie the sea monster, said to be a 30footlong water serpent. Chessies grotto enjoy a toddlersized adventure in this under the chesapeake bay themed soft play area featuring none other then chessie, the chesapeake bay sea monster. Oct 22, 2020 the legend of chessie prompted creation of a coloring book called chessie. Chessie,the chesapeake bay sea monster cryptozoology. Waterfront, regional identity, and the chesapeake bay, the friendliness of the monster, too, could not help but convey the sense that the bay was. History class at james madison junior high school on may 10, 1983. Chessie is a sea monster said to live in the midst of the chesapeake bay, similarly to the loch ness monster, which is believed to live in the loch ness and is known as nessie. The brother and sister team up to find the elusive sea monster however it is really claire who is determined to follow her dream of finding chessie. This book records the history of the racing yacht chessie, the first ever entry from the chesapeake bay in the famous whitbread round the world race.
Published by the environmental protection agency in august 2003, previously published by the u. The data stored in the chessiebook is, and will always be, valuable information for the chessie community. By skateordie19, january 14, 2010 in cryptozoology, myths and legends. Oct 10, 2020 from aliens and monsters to ghosts and the supernatural, each state has an urban legend that has been spooking the masses for years. Chessie, the sea monster that ate annapolis by jeffrey holland. May 11, 2001 this book records the history of the racing yacht chessie, the first ever entry from the chesapeake bay in the famous whitbread round the world race. Chessie, monster of the chesapeake bay chessie, the sea monster rumored to live in the chesapeake bay, takes a starring role in the 1986 u. Fish and wildlife service, more recently published by the environmental protection agency. It is said to swim using its body as a sine curve moving through the water. Skippered by baltimore businessman george collins and named after the chesapeake s equivalent to the loch ness monster, chessie became a focal point of regional and national pride when she. Published by the environmental protection agency in august 2003, previously published by.
Scotlands loch ness monster, the creature is reported to be gentle and. It is believed his design is modeled off of chessie sea monster due to the teams name referencing the chesapeake bay. The coloring book s story aims to help children learn about the bay and the importance of protecting its resources. Chesapeake bay is 64,299 square miles of water that stretches from southern virginia to northern maryland, and is the home to chessie. Over the years there have been many alleged sightings of a serpentlike c. Its described as being a long, dark, serpent like creature.
Jun 02, 2011 chessie of the chesapeake bay paperback june 2, 2011 by lisa cole author, illustrator 5. Chessie,the chesapeake bay sea monster cryptozoology, myths. Introduction this is a report on chessie, the mysterious sea creature who is said to roam the waters of the chesapeake bay and its tributaries. Describing all of his virtues would be like writing a book. Shop for the perfect chessie gift from our wide selection of designs, or create your own personalized gifts. I actually met the author shortly after the book came out.
Chessie for at least half a century people have reported seeing a sea monster in the chesapeake bay. This sea monster is described as a dark, snakelike creature about thirty feet long that seems to watch people working or playing in the bay. This sea monster is described as a dark, snakelike creature about thirty feet long that seems to simply watch people working or playing in the bay. Chessie is a large serpentlike animal that allegedly lives in the chesapeake bay. The us fish and wildlife service has used chessies character in col. Jan 27, 2016 it is just one more mysterious thing surrounding the monster. It is commonly described as sleek and black with a footballshaped head. A series of reports detailing a water serpent trolling the chesapeake bay helped propagate the story of a creature that locals have affectionately dubbed chessie. Chessie the chesapeake bay monster half pint custom made to order. Anyone thinking of getting a chesapeake bay puppy should read this book first as this breed is so different from your ordinary dog. Over time, the figure developed into an environmental icon associated with the ecological health of the chesapeake bay, and continues to play a role in modern popular culture. Inspired designs on tshirts, posters, stickers, home decor, and more by independent artists and designers from around the world.
Most sightings of this creature occurred in the 1970s and 1980s. You know the loch ness monsteror as she is often affectionately. This is a report on chessie, the mysterious sea creature who is said to roam the waters of the chesapeake bay and its tributaries. Jan 07, 2020 chessie the chesapeake bay sea monster.
Chessie chesapeake bay story activity book epa nepis. Bowie baysox wikipedia other folkloric creatures include the chupacabra, jackalope, the nain rouge of detroit, michigan, wendigo of minnesota and chessie, a legendary sea monster said to live in chesapeake bay. Like the elusive loch ness monster or nessie of scotland, the chesapeake bay has a mysterious sea monster of its own chessie. Description, this is a childrens coloring book featuring chessie, a fictional friendly monster inhabiting the chesapeake bay. Earn money by sharing your favorite books through our affiliate program.
Chessie the chesapeake bay monster of maryland scary urban. Chessie the chesapeake bay monster half pint custom made. Nov, 2017 the bay s newest conservation spokesperson is a mermaid. All orders are custom made and most ship worldwide within 24 hours. Author mark moran and graphic artist mark sceurman detail the origins of the serpentine animal in their book, weird maryland. Most sightings describe it as a long, snakelike creature, from 25 feet 7. In the 1980s, chessie became a symbol for environmental advocacy in maryland. He is what a true chesapeake bay retriever is meant to be and what every breeder should strive for in their programs. Up until now, one could only hope for a rare and shadowy glimpse of chessie s serpentine body and feathery fins. But once again there are reports that a sea monster has taken up residence in washingtons watery weekend playground, the chesapeake bay. This books is awesome because from my house you can see the opening of the chesapeake bay, so it was nice to think there was a giant adorable dog swimming around out there.
Chessie the chesapeake bay monster at the 4th annual maryland faerie festival, 2008. A few examples are the loch ness monster, the kraken, hellhounds and the. Claims of sightings appear in local media and regionallythemed books from 1936 onward. In american folklore, chessie is a sea monster said to live in the midst of the chesapeake bay. Oct 31, 2017 people are still talking about chessie, the chesapeake bay monster and some are certain that its real. The fact and fiction of chessie, the sea monster of the. The creature has been sighted in this area regularly since the 19th century. You can also spot chessie floating in baltimores inner harbor in the form of paddle boats and adorning the side of ripleys believe it or not.
The chesapeake bay monster for over 200 years, a strange creature has been sighted in the chesapeake bay. Chessie chesapeake bay serpent lost tapes animal planet. Chessie of the chesapeake bay paperback june 2, 2011 by lisa cole author, illustrator 5. Consequently, chessie is like the type of dinosaur that scientist studied, and, therefore, is subject to sexual dimorphism, so chessie must be a boy or a girl, and, given the evidence put forth by witnesses in the 1982 sightings, chessie is a girl sea monster just like that fisherman pointed out when he spotted chessie in the chesapeake bay at. Illustrations of the monster in newspapers and government publications, accompanying articles about environmental issues, gave the monster a friendly appearance. Maybe the polluted bay created a monster, or a monster drew attention to a polluted bay. Chessie the chesapeake bay monster chessie sightings have. Similar in description to the gloucester sea serpent of the early 1800s, the giant serpent of the chesapeake bay has had many witnesses over the years and even has a page dedicated to it on marylands department of natural resources web site. On jan 7, 2020 chessie is a sea monster said to live in the midst of the chesapeake bay, similarly to the loch ness monster, which is believed to live in the loch ness and is known as nessie.
Chessie the sea serpent spotted in maryland monster. Over the years there have been many alleged sightings of a serpentlike creature with flippers as part of its body. What chessie really is and whether this chesapeake phenomenon actually exists is a matter of speculationbut chessie does exist in the following pages with an important message for everyone who values the natural heritage of the chesapeake bay our fictional character chessie represents all those creatures that depend on the bay for food and habitat. Buy a cheap copy of the new complete chesapeake bay.
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