Sinepuxent Bay WMA In the 1930's dredge spoils from the
Chesapeake Bay created 29 islands from Coffin's Point to
Tingle's Island. Because of erosion, only four of the thirteen
islands designated for wildlife protection in 1964 remain. Heron
and Skimmer Islands, located north of the U.S. Route 50 Bridge,
were added to this the Sinepuxent Bay WMA in 1993. These
islands, totaling 25 acres, are a mixture of marsh and tidal mud
flats located in eastern Worcester County. What To See
Sinepuxent Bay WMA serves as breeding habitat for birds which
nest together in large colonies. Royal terns and black skimmers
are among the "Colonial nesting" waterbirds on the islands.
Ducks and herons nest on those islands with grasses or small
trees. Since 1987, one of these islands is home for a colony of
nesting Brown pelicans. What To Do Bird-watching is the primary
attraction. The islands can be reached only by boat. Weather
conditions in the Coastal Bays can change rapidly and visitors
are reminded to use proper boating safety t