Citizens for a Better Eastern Shore
CBES is a nonprofit 501(c)(3)serving the Eastern Shore of Virginia's Accomack & Northampton Counties since 1988
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citizens for a
better Eastern Shore

Dedicated to promoting balanced growth, enhancing the quality of life of all our citizens, and preserving our cultural and natural resources.
CBES works to accomplish this through EDUCATION, while promoting OPEN GOVERNMENT & CITIZEN ENGAGEMENT.

PLEASE DONATE
CBES HELPS PROTECT WHAT YOU LOVE ABOUT THE EASTERN SHORE 
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world.
Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has."
Margaret Mead 

CBES PLEDge to you

  • Continue our Role as Government Watchdog and Advocate for Transparency and Process
  • Educate our Community on Key Issues with Reliable Information
  • Promote Citizen Involvement and Social Justice 
  • Assist in Developing a Well-informed Electorate
  • Champion Balanced Growth, Enhanced Quality of Life, and Protection of the Shore's Natural and Cultural Heritage


INFORM - ENGAGE - EMPOWER
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​CBES MEMBERSHIP INCLUDES
Monthly Editions of ShoreLine News Journal

[including Special Issues of ShoreFacts]. In depth articles on critical issues and local interest you won't find elsewhere.  
KEEPING CITIZENS INFORMED SINCE 1988

CBES INITIATIVES/PROJECTS:
  • ANNUAL COMMUNITY UNITY DAY with local NAACP
  • CLEAN THE BAY DAY with The Nature Conservancy
  • CANDIDATE FORUMS - Shorewide
  • EASTERN SHORE RAIL TRAIL - Committee Member/Supporters
  • EASTERN SHORE TRAILBLAZERS, A Celebration of Women's History Month with local NAACP
  • 30th BETWEEN THE WATERS BIKE TOUR the Shore's oldest ecotourism event pumping $$$ in the local economy                and...
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FOLLOWING INFO PROVIDED BY: Jim Lang, Waterfront Law, A Division of Pender & Coward, PC*



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​WETLANDS
LAWS & REGS How to identify wetlands, why wetlands matter, how wetlands are regulated, which activities do/do not require permits... CLICK & LEARN MORE
CHANGING WATERFRONT PROPERTY LINES: Yours, Mine & Ours CLICK & LEARN MORE   Also in February ShoreLine
LEARN ABOUT LIVING SHORELINES:  WATCH VIDEO HERE or READ PDF HERE 
* Reliable Sources apart from CBES are offered for perspective and are not necessarily meant to be an endorsement of a position or product.  




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30th ANNUAL BETWEEN THE WATERS BIKE TOUR
REGISTRATION OPENS APRIL 1
Saturday, October 28, 2023 - Exmore VA 

CLICK TO GET ON NOTIFIC​ATION LIST / INFO

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CLICK for sponsorship packet https://my.visme.co/view/90r8wr8g-cbes-btw-bike-tour-sponsorship-packet   Questions:Contact Matt Pienkowski, Bike Tour Coordinator, cbesbiketours@gmail.com ,757-607-7659
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​EASTERN SHORE OF VIRGINIA RAIL TRAIL
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The future ESVA Rail Trail will be a 49-mile walking and biking trail along the historic Eastern Shore railroad corridor. The Trail will connect towns, encourage outdoor recreation and tourism, contribute to economic growth and support a healthier and more prosperous community. It will also connect with the already established 5-mile Southern Tip Bike & Hike Trail that begins at the Eastern Shore National Wildlife Refuge.
Because CBES has the oldest, most popular Bike Tour in the region [Between the Waters Bike Tour began in 1993] we recognize the benefits to the Shore from this green infrastructure. CBES supports the trail development in any way we can.
Stay updated with CBES ShoreLine Newsletter. follow on Facebook ​(2) Eastern Shore Rail Trail Foundation | Facebook   and esrailtrail.org 
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For nearly three decades, our grassroots organization has been committed to a sustainable future for the Shore we love. As an advocate for open government, we provide the tools and information that give our diverse membership a strong, unified voice on the issues that impact our quality of life as we work together for a better Eastern Shore.

DO YOU LOVE THE EASTERN SHORE?

Our 70-mile peninsula is a place of rich rural beauty with a unique coastal heritage - an amazing rarity in today's world.
Citizens for a Better Eastern Shore believes preserving this for generations to come is a goal worth fighting for as we work for balanced, sustainable growth
that benefits all Eastern Shore citizens.
CBES WORKS TO PROTECT WHAT YOU LOVE ABOUT THE EASTERN SHORE

RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP 
 OR JOIN CBES!  

$25* Annual Membership 
INCLUDES MONTHLY SHORELINE NEWS  
Stay Current on Shore Issues

plus PayPal Fees
CBES MEMBERSHIPS
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​BE INVOLVED 
ES Government/Civic Meetings

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BE INFORMED 
SHORELINE News Journal

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BE THERE!  EVENTS
30th Annual Between the Waters Bike Tour
Sat., October 28, 2023 and more!
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CITIZENS FOR A BETTER EASTERN SHORE
P.O. Box 882
16388 Courthouse Road

Eastville, VA 23347

757-678-7157 
info@cbes.org


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