History of Shipping in the Chesapeake Bay

Schooner Woodwind at Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Dock 80 Compromise Street, Annapolis, MD

Ever since the colonists arrived here, IN SHIPS, there has been shipping. Come discuss with us, the fascinating history and differences of early local maritime shipments and how drastically different things look today. History Monday Sunset Sails occur every Monday, May-September 24. Different topics and speakers vary throughout the season. Our bar includes a selection ... Read more

Legends and Lore of the Annapolis Waterfront

Legends and Lore of the Annapolis Waterfront

Schooner Woodwind at Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Dock 80 Compromise Street, Annapolis, MD

Annapolis sailor and author David Gendell brings aboard stories of Annapolis, the Naval Academy, sailing, and the people who make the Chesapeake Bay one of the world's most vibrant sailing grounds. History Monday Sunset Sails occur every Monday, May-September 24. Different topics and speakers vary throughout the season. Our bar includes a selection of Craft ... Read more

Friendship and Strife on the 17th-century Chesapeake Bay

Schooner Woodwind at Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Dock 80 Compromise Street, Annapolis, MD

Early Maryland history is a fascinating mix of rivalry, conflict, and coexistence. This talk will focus on A) the rivalry between the proprietary government of Lord Baltimore and the Kent Island settlement led by William Claiborne, B) the Battle of the Severn (1655) between rival factions from St. Mary's and Annapolis, which has been called ... Read more

History of oysters on the Bay and how water quality affects them

Schooner Woodwind at Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Dock 80 Compromise Street, Annapolis, MD

Learn more about oysters, from growing habitats to different types of oysters and how water quality affect them. Learn about the Severn River Association’s water quality monitoring, its history, and how it impacts the health of our water in general. Learn how this monitoring gives us the scientific facts to know where to ‘plant’ new ... Read more

The History of Annapolis — The City on the Severn

Schooner Woodwind at Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Dock 80 Compromise Street, Annapolis, MD

Annapolis has a fascinating history, from its foundation in 1649 as Providence, to the "Golden Age" of the 1770's, to its brief role as first peacetime capital of the United States in 1783, the founding of the U.S. Naval Academy, and onward to today. You'll get an introduction to this town's fascinating past, all within ... Read more

Birds of the Chesapeake

Birds of the Chesapeake

Schooner Woodwind at Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Dock 80 Compromise Street, Annapolis, MD

The Chesapeake Bay is home to hundreds of species of birds, many living close to the shores of the Severn River. Join Jack to learn about the birds of the Chesapeake, their life histories, fun facts, and see how many different species of birds you can spot on the water! History Monday Sunset Sails occur ... Read more

History of Shipping in the Chesapeake Bay

History of Shipping in the Chesapeake Bay

Schooner Woodwind at Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Dock 80 Compromise Street, Annapolis, MD

Ever since the colonists arrived here IN SHIPS, there has been shipping. Come discuss with us, the fascinating history and differences of early local maritime shipments and how drastically different things look today. History Monday Sunset Sails occur every Monday, May-September 22. Different topics and speakers vary throughout the season. Our bar includes a selection ... Read more

Across the Bridge – The Importance of Eastport in the Area’s History

Schooner Woodwind at Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Dock 80 Compromise Street, Annapolis, MD

Historically, Eastport played a vital role in the emergence of Annapolis as a commercial, legislative, and recreational landmark in the Chesapeake Bay. Learn about its history as a fort and hospital for those wtih smallpox during the Civil War, a glass factory, and boat building hub for dynasties such as the Trumpy Yachts. History Monday ... Read more

Schooners, Ketches & Yawls – Oh My

Schooner Woodwind at Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Dock 80 Compromise Street, Annapolis, MD

A multitude of vessels plow the waters of the Chesapeake Bay and the reflect both humankinds relationship with the seas, as well as in some cases specifically people's engagement with the Bay. Come learn about the evolution of sailing craft, with particular attention paid to the American experience, and the development of sailing vessels on ... Read more

Legends and Lore of the Annapolis Waterfront

Legends and Lore of the Annapolis Waterfront

Schooner Woodwind at Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Dock 80 Compromise Street, Annapolis, MD

Author and lifelong Chesapeake Bay sailor Dave Gendell brings aboard a boatload of stories of the Annapolis waterfront including the colorful personalities and events that make the waters off Annapolis one of the world’s most vibrant sailing grounds. History Monday Sunset Sails occur every Monday, May-September 22. Different topics and speakers vary throughout the season. ... Read more