Chesapeake Beacons is a breathtaking survey of the Bay’s most treasured navigation landmarks, complete with stunning bird’s-eye aerials, up close and personal tours, and dramatic time-lapse views that capture their iconic beauty. A visual spectacle, this special also introduces viewers to the legends, lore and fascinating maritime history behind these beacons of the past.

Chesapeake Bay by Air captures the unparalleled wild beauty, rich history and natural serenity of the bay from a meandering aerial journey at 2,000 feet. The program marries gentle verse, prose and music with dramatic images captured by high-definition cameras, which bring the region into razor-sharp perspective.