Oyster Blog

Bourbon That Gives Back to the Bay

We’re thrilled to announce a new partnership with Redwood Empire Whiskey to support oyster restoration right here in Maryland! For…

Introducing the Schurick Shuck Truck & Trailer!

Get excited, oyster lovers—there’s a new set of wheels hitting the road, and she’s built to spark curiosity, conversations, and…

A Historic Moment for Oyster Recovery in Maryland! 

The Millard Tawes, a former Maryland State buoy tender with deep maritime roots, has officially been put back into service—this…

BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO TRACK SEAFOOD SALES IN THE CHESAPEAKE BAY

Accurate seafood purchase and sales reporting is essential for managing sustainable fisheries. Across the Chesapeake Bay, seafood dealers use a…

Top 10 Shell Recycling Alliance Restaurants of 2025

ORP’s Shell Recycling Alliance is comprised of Bay-friendly businesses that go above and beyond, dutifully recycling oyster shells to be…

Celebrate Chesapeake Oyster Week – March 21-31!

Join the Oyster Recovery Partnership (ORP) in celebrating Chesapeake Oyster Week, March 21-31! This week-long event, in partnership with the…

PRESS RELEASE: Derelict Gear Project in Severn and South Rivers

Thousands of Abandoned Crab Pots, Other Derelict Gear, Targeted Local Watermen Using Grappling Hooks to Retrieve Lost Gear Annapolis, March…

A Vision for Eastern Bay: Sustainable Oyster Restoration & Management 

Photo Credit: Jordan Salafie For generations, Eastern Bay has been a vital part of Maryland’s seafood economy, supporting a thriving…

2025 Board Member Update

As we reflect on the conclusion of our 30th anniversary year, we take a moment to express our deepest gratitude…

Rebuilding Public Oyster Grounds in 2024: A Record-Breaking Year for Maryland’s Commercial Fishery

Rebuilding Public Oyster Grounds in 2024: A Record-Breaking Year for Maryland’s Commercial Fishery In October, ORP and its dedicated watermen…