Saltwater Pony Blog

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to spend a day searching for wild ponies, dolphins, bald eagles, and hidden corners of Assateague, come aboard. As the First Mate for Saltwater Pony Tours, I have the privilege of spending my days exploring the waters around Chincoteague Island and sharing some of the area’s most memorable…

Memorial Day weekend brought some unpredictable weather to Chincoteague and Assateague Island, but once the rain cleared, the water came alive. What started as a cloudy afternoon quickly turned into an incredible two-hour ride through the back bays, and the southern herd of wild ponies did not disappoint. Captain Henry was running the big boat…

There’s something special about seeing Chincoteague from the water. The marshes stretch out wide and quiet, the air smells like salt, and time seems to slow down just enough for you to really take it all in. This island isn’t just a vacation destination, it’s home, and it has a rhythm and story all its…