The Birds of Annapolis and the Chesapeake Bay
Schooner Woodwind at Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Dock 80 Compromise Street, Annapolis, MDDan Haas will be discussing the birds, bird habitats and movements for our region. He will highlight and point out any birds within view, and also discuss landmarks, habitats, and local hotspots within our view as we sail on the Bay. He will discuss migration, bird movements, historic rare bird sightings from our area, feeding ... Read more
Mother’s Day Brunch
Schooner Woodwind at Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Dock 80 Compromise Street, Annapolis, MDSail Mom away! Guests can raise the sails, steer the boat, or just sit back and relax with a cold beverage. We sail past the Naval Academy and into the Chesapeake Bay. Fun for the whole family. Departing Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Dock at 11:00am and returning at 1:00pm. Maximum 30 guests on each sail. Includes ... Read more
Birds of the Chesapeake Bay
Schooner Woodwind at Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Dock 80 Compromise Street, Annapolis, MDHave you ever wondered what all the birds are doing out in the Chesapeake Bay? Look no further! Jack 'Wildlife' Turner has spent years documenting the birds of the Chesapeake Bay and beyond and is ready to fill your evening with interesting facts, bird stories, and ways that you can participate in the wonders of ... Read more
Socializing on the Severn: After Hour Entertainment Off the Water
Schooner Woodwind at Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Dock 80 Compromise Street, Annapolis, MDWhile the Bay is well known for its significance to maritime history and the oyster industry, not all was work and no play. The tour focuses on fun after hours in the 19th/20th century, such as the Severn Rowing Club, Bay Ridge Resort, Eastport private clubs, Carr-Sparrow beaches, and the tradition of sock burning. History ... Read more
Blue Angels Performance Cruise
Schooner Woodwind at Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Dock 80 Compromise Street, Annapolis, MDWatch the Blue Angels perform their aero-acrobatics during this special cruise. Depart from Annapolis at 11:30 am and return at 3:30 pm. Typically, we sail for a 2 hour cruise and then we anchor up front in the "spectator zone" for the best view of the performance, which usually happens around 2:00 pm.
Acoustic Brunch Sail with Gareth Asher
Schooner Woodwind at Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Dock 80 Compromise Street, Annapolis, MDAn Intimate, Acoustic Show with Memorial Day favorite, GARETH ASHER aboard the Schooner Woodwind for a concert on a beautiful sailing boat, including a light delicious brunch. We will only sell 30 tickets to this really special event! We do sail rain or shine. If the musicians cannot play due to the weather, but we can still ... Read more
Tunes & Tales of the Golden Age of Annapolis, 1750-1783
Schooner Woodwind at Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Dock 80 Compromise Street, Annapolis, MDJoin us on the Woodwind for a lively set of tunes & tales about life during the heyday of Annapolis (1750-1783), the social life and events that created the American Revolution. 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
Legends and Lore of the Annapolis Waterfront
Schooner Woodwind at Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Dock 80 Compromise Street, Annapolis, MDAnnapolis 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
Father’s Day Brunch Sail
Schooner Woodwind at Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Dock 80 Compromise Street, Annapolis, MDSail Dad away! Guests can raise the sails, steer the boat, or just sit back and relax with a cold beverage. We sail past the Naval Academy and into the Chesapeake Bay. Fun for the whole family. Departing Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Dock at 11:00am and returning at 1:00pm. Maximum 30 guests on each sail. Includes ... Read more
The Battle of the Severn
Schooner Woodwind at Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Dock 80 Compromise Street, Annapolis, MDThe Battle of the Severn, which took place off Greenbury Point in Annapolis harbor, was the only battle fought in America associated with the English Civil War (1642 - 1655), pitting Roman Catholics against Protestants. It was also the first battle ever fought between American soldiers on American soil. History Monday Sunset Sails occur every ... Read more