Shored Up

Shored Up: A Coastal Experience
It’s like grown up show and tell with an end goal to raise awareness and inspire stewardship.
OUR MISSION
To connect people to waterways, growing a love and stewardship for each, through exciting and educational experiences and excursions.
About SHORED UP
Our Mission + Our Vision + You

It’s true what they say. When we foster a love for something, we tend to take care of it. Become a steward for it. Grow an affinity for it.

Claire Neubert and Linda Hamm, founders and owners of Shored Up, have a deep love for the water, the environment and the communities that make up the Chesapeake Bay watershed regions of Virginia.

Together, they want to spread that love and help foster greater stewardship for the unique elements that make up so much of the culture, heritage, economy and life of Virginia.

More specifically, Claire and Linda created a way to offer fun and unique eco-tour experiences to locals and visitors alike.
WE WILL...
...provide a connection to our shoreline and waterways that fosters stewardship and ensures resiliency for generations to come.
Our Experiences

Tours
Explore & Discover Local Treasures!
Let us connect you with a tour that showcases unique environmental and historical gems.
See, Taste, Tour!
Oysters
All Things Oyster!
Explore an oyster garden, hear what oysters sound like and experience the flavor of Virginia Oysters!
Learn
Hands-on
Activities to
Educate!
Inspire, educate, foster stewardship through
nature-themed activities.
Oyster Roast
Let us Rock Your Oyster Roast!
We choose the best oysters, along with beverages, activities and education, to complement them.
Food & Fun
Fun for the Foodie!
Savor the flavor and feel the vibe of sustainable seafood, wines, brews, ciders and more at restaurants, pubs and cool hot spots!
Paddle Tours
Public & Private tours available!
Enjoy a narrated tour on the water in the comfort of your own kayak, canoe or paddle board!
Customized programs for you!
Land and Shore-based programs available!
Let us create a custom tour for your group, party or event!
UPCOMING EVENTS:

2025 PUBLIC NARRATED KAYAK TOURS!

Birds, Bees & Tree Tour
Saturday June 14, 9 a.m.-Noon
Discover the magic of the Upper Hampton River on this kayak tour with bird, bee and tree experts!

Downtown Hampton Pirate Paddle & Pint
Saturday July 12, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Explore the historical Hampton River on this kayak tour. Learn about our rich maritime heritage and present-day restoration. Paddle ends with a complimentary pint at Bull Island Brewing Co. Anyone in pirate garb gets an extra raffle ticket!

SCHEDULE SOME SUMMER FUN!
January 7, 2025
Joy to the (Oyster!) World!!!
December 17, 2024
SHELLabration 2024!
November 5, 2024
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Photos & videos from our tours.
Contact Us
Don't be afraid to reach out. You + us = awesome.
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Certified Virginia Ecotour Guide
Shored Up proudly features Certified Virginia Ecotour Guides. We have received training in wildlife and habitat protection, customer service, interpretation, and planning – so you are sure to have a safe and enjoyable time, naturally!

Shored Up: A Coastal Experience

It’s like grown up show and tell with an end goal to raise awareness and inspire stewardship.

OUR MISSION

To connect people to waterways, growing a love and stewardship for each, through exciting and educational experiences and excursions.

About SHORED UP

Our Mission + Our Vision + You

WE WILL...

...provide a connection to our shoreline and waterways that fosters stewardship and ensures resiliency for generations to come.

Our Experiences

Tours

Explore & Discover Local Treasures!

Oysters

All Things Oyster!

Learn

Hands-onActivities to Educate!

Oyster Roast

Let us Rock Your Oyster Roast!

Food & Fun

Fun for the Foodie!

Paddle Tours

Public & Private tours available!

Customized programs for you!

Land and Shore-based programs available!

Birds, Bees & Tree Tour

Saturday June 14, 9 a.m.-Noon

Discover the magic of the Upper Hampton River on this kayak tour with bird, bee and tree experts!

Saturday July 12, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Explore the historical Hampton River on this kayak tour. Learn about our rich maritime heritage and present-day restoration. Paddle ends with a complimentary pint at Bull Island Brewing Co. Anyone in pirate garb gets an extra raffle ticket!

Gallery

Photos & videos from our tours.

Contact Us

Don't be afraid to reach out. You + us = awesome.

Certified Virginia Ecotour Guide

Shored Up proudly features Certified Virginia Ecotour Guides. We have received training in wildlife and habitat protection, customer service, interpretation, and planning – so you are sure to have a safe and enjoyable time, naturally!

Hands-on
Activities to
Educate!