Wine in the Wind: Women in Wine
Schooner Woodwind at Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Dock 80 Compromise Street, Annapolis, MDJoin us and sip on women-led wineries who have all broken ground in different ways and challenged the old guard of wine making. We invite you to raise the sails, steer the boat or sit back and relax. Wine Samples paired with "Magnificent Morsels" There will be representatives aboard to talk about the food and ... Read more
Fireworks Cruise
Schooner Woodwind at Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Dock 80 Compromise Street, Annapolis, MDJoin us for a festive cruise celebrating the 4th of July. We will depart from the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel dock at 6:30 pm for a sunset sail. We will then anchor close to the fireworks barge for the 9:15 pm fireworks display and return to the dock after the show.
The War of 1812 on the Chesapeake
Schooner Woodwind at Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Dock 80 Compromise Street, Annapolis, MDThe War of 1812 is a sometimes forgotten war in American history but it helped secure the future of a young United States. You'll learn about the important role the U.S. Navy played in the conflict and the circumstances that led to the creation of one of our nation's most enduring symbols. History Monday Sunset ... Read more
History of Shipping in the Chesapeake Bay
Schooner Woodwind at Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Dock 80 Compromise Street, Annapolis, MDEver 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
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
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
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
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
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
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.