Charlestown Maryland Wellwood Yacht Club 1915 Real Photo Postcard
The Wellwood Club, situated near Charlestown, Maryland, was a prominent hunting and fishing club established in the early 20th century, likely around 1900-1910. Located on the North East River, it served as a retreat for affluent members drawn to the abundant waterfowl hunting and fishing opportunities characteristic of the upper Chesapeake Bay region.
Such private sporting clubs were a significant aspect of social and recreational life for the wealthy during this period, reflecting a growing emphasis on outdoor leisure. The Wellwood Club played a role in the local economy and contributed to the area's reputation as a destination for seasonal sports and social gatherings for several decades.
Such private sporting clubs were a significant aspect of social and recreational life for the wealthy during this period, reflecting a growing emphasis on outdoor leisure. The Wellwood Club played a role in the local economy and contributed to the area's reputation as a destination for seasonal sports and social gatherings for several decades.
