Tag: Boat
Cruise to WineFest in St. Michaels
Travel in luxury to the St. Michaels Wine Festival. Take a cruise on a Watermark Yacht from Annapolis to St. Michaels. On board you’ll enjoy a continental breakfast with 1 complimentary non-alcoholic beverage. The cruise is an enjoyable cruise across the Chesapeake Bay. Once on land in St. Michaels, you’ll attend the St. Michaels Wine […]
On-Water Training- Annapolis Boat Show
Tickets: BoatUS.org/Annapolis For info on the Annapolis Powerboat Show: www.annapolisboatshows.com/united-states-powerboat-show Entrance into the boat show will be included with each ticket purchase. No experience necessary! Whether you love boating and want to gain confidence at the helm, you’re considering buying or renting a boat and want to learn new skills, or you’re just curious about […]
On-Water Training- Annapolis
No experience necessary! Whether you love boating and want to gain confidence at the helm, you’re considering buying or renting a boat and want to learn new skills, or you’re just curious about boating, the BoatUS Foundation has partnered with Freedom Boat Club Maryland to offer you the BoatUS Foundation On-Water Training program. It is […]
On The Water Training at Freedom Boat Club – Annapolis
No experience necessary! Whether you love boating and want to gain confidence at the helm, you’re considering buying or renting a boat and want to learn new skills, or you’re just curious about boating, the BoatUS Foundation has partnered with Freedom Boat Club to offer you the BoatUS Foundation On-Water Training program.It is a fun, […]
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society announces “Off the Water” race teams and partnership with Porsche of Annapolis
Calling all Sailors and Annapolis Community Members! You are invited to participate in the Annual Leukemia Cup Regatta, a signature event of the Maryland Chapter Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. The Leukemia Cup first began in Annapolis 24 years ago and has since been duplicated in 46 sailing and boating communities all over the country. In […]
Annapolis Yacht Club expands racing slate this season
Every Chesapeake sailing season includes special events with opportunities for boats that are not typically part of the racing fleet. These special events are designed to be attractive for boat owners and crews who are not frequent racers. In an effort to extend the appeal of its events to a broader spectrum of sailors, this […]
AYC adds classes at Dock Street Clubhouse
In an effort to extend the appeal of its racing events to a broader spectrum of sailors, the coming sailing season sees modifications to two longstanding Annapolis Yacht Club regattas in the form of additional classes. These new classes will create opportunities for boats that are not typically part of the racing fleet and are […]
Eastport Yacht Club Lights Parade scheduled for December 12th
The Eastport Yacht Club Lights Parade, one of Annapolis’ signature events for more than 30 years, is just around the corner! The parade bursts upon the Annapolis waterfront with up to 40 boats of all shapes and sizes, power and sail, brightly decorated with thousands of lights and crewed by jolly revelers. This festive maritime […]
Win a sailboat at this year’s boat show
[do action=”fringe”/] A lucky sailor will win a Beneteau First 22 at the United States Sailboat Show, October 8 – 12, 2015, the Annapolis Boat Shows recently announced. “This is our grandest prize yet and will add to the excitement of the 2015 United States Sailboat Show,” said Paul Jacobs, general manager and president of the […]
County Executive Schuh kayaks in County waterways
Late last month, County Executive Steve Schuh, Recreation and Parks Director Rick Anthony, and other county official took part in a three mile kayak tour of Rhode River in an effort to highlight the FY 2016 budgets investments to increase water access. “Our waterways are part of Anne Arundel County’s identity,” said Schuh. “With […]
City of Annapolis receives waterway grant
Mayor Michael J. Pantelides announced that the City of Annapolis has received a total of $75,000 from the State Waterway Improvement Fund to expand and enhance public boating opportunities and improve boating safety. “I am grateful for the state’s continued support to our recreational boating resources, benefiting the visitors, residents, and merchants of Annapolis.” $50,000 was […]
Maryland Boating Safety Class this weekend
Get your Boating Safety Class Card in one weekend. You need it if you were born after July 1972 to legally operate a recreational vessel in Maryland. This course awards the card for all who attend the course and pass the test with an 80% or higher. The class is being offered on a weekend […]
Annapolis spring sailboat show a huge success
In its fourth year, the Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show not only saw continued growth in exhibitors and attendance; its many interactive programs introduced beginners to the sport and prepared experienced sailors for the cruising lifestyle. This year’s footprint was 15 percent larger than 2014 with more than 76 sailboats on display. Despite a chilly and […]
Traffic restrictions announced for Blue Angel’s flight demonstrations
The Blue Angels will perform above the Severn River, Tuesday, May 19 and Wednesday, May 20 as part of the Naval Academy’s Commissioning Week. These events are free and open to the public. The Blue Angels are the U.S. Navy’s Flight Demonstration Squadron and fly a team of six Navy F/A-18 Hornets and a C-130 […]
Bay Bridge Boat Show resounding success
The Bay Bridge Boat Show, an annual springtime in-water powerboat show, was graced with good weather and lots of sunshine. Exhibitor space expanded by 13 percent and included more than 270 boats on display. Ticket sales grew by three percent over 2014–a year that saw a 25 percent increase in attendance. As the national economy […]
“Boats, Boats & more Boats” opening at Annapolis Maritime Museum March 19th
“Boats, Boats and more Boats” is a visually exciting art show to be unveiled at the Annapolis Maritime Museum on March 19, showcasing local artists and local boats. Everything from simple Dorys to Skipjacks to ocean going Freighters will adorn the walls of the Museum’s Bay Room during the run of the show, through April 12. […]
Midshipman found dead in room on Yard
Eye On Annapolis has learned that a 2nd Class Midshipman (Class of 2016) in the 16th Company at the United States Naval Academy died Thursday night in Bancroft Hall. Details surrounding the death have not been released by the Academy, but we learned that the Midshipman was found deceased by his roommate late Thursday evening. The Midshipman was […]
Military Bowl 2014 – LIVE BLOG
Welcome to the 2014 Military Bowl in Annapolis, Maryland. The Military Bowl presented by Northrop Grumman, benefiting the USO, encourages fans of all ages to enjoy this year’s festivities leading up to the 1 p.m. kickoff as Virginia Tech faces Cincinnati at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. Eye On Annapolis will be covering the entire day and […]
Pantelides submits candidate for Planning and Zoning Director
Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides announced his recommendation for the Planning and Zoning Director. He will request confirmation at the December 22nd City Council meeting. Clement (Pete) Gutwald has more than 25 years of professional planning experience, including serving as the Harford County Director of Planning and Zoning since 2005. Prior to that, he served as […]
EYC Lights Parade on tap for December 13th
The Eastport Yacht Club Lights Parade, one of Annapolis’ signature events for more than 30 years, is just around the corner! This year, the Lights Parade will be held on Saturday, December 13, between the hours of 6:00 and 8:00 PM. The event will occur rain or shine, with only high winds forcing a cancellation. […]
Pantelides appoints Michael Morris as Recreation and Parks Director
Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides announces the nomination for Recreation and Parks Director and will request confirmation at the Monday’s City Council meeting, scheduled for November 24. “Michael Morris has strong credentials regarding his budgeting abilities and years of experience as a recreation and parks director,” Mayor Pantelides said. “I think Michael will be a real asset […]
EYC’s Lights Parade scheduled for December 13th
[do action=”schuh”/] The Eastport Yacht Club Lights Parade, one of Annapolis’ signature events for more than 30 years, is just around the corner! The parade bursts upon the Annapolis waterfront with up to 40 boats of all shapes and sizes, power and sail, brightly decorated with thousands of lights and crewed by jolly revelers. This […]
