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Ice boating on the Chesapeake

The recent deep freeze across much of the U.S. has created the best opportunity in decades to sail ice boats across frozen bays and rivers — including Chesapeake Bay.

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Frank Langfitt is NPR's London correspondent. He covers the UK and Ireland, as well as stories elsewhere in Europe.