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Fire Dept. Honored on 5th Anniversary of Saving Historic Workboat from Flames
It is nearly five years to the day after a waterfront fire threatened to destroy a beloved 1931 workboat. Thanks to the hard work of local firefighters, the deck boat is still around. Those firefighters were honored last weekend for their role in saving history. The York County and City...
Best UV Sun Protection Clothing for Boaters
When you spend many blissful hours on the Chesapeake Bay, sunscreen can only take you so far. Sun-blocking clothing shouldn’t be overlooked as part of your sun protection plan. When it comes to what you wear, it’s the UPF, not SPF, rating that matters. UPF measures the amount of UV radiation that penetrates a fabric and reaches the skin.
First Bald Eagles Nest on Island Rebuilt with Dredge Spoils
Some eagle-eyed wildlife biologists have made a surprising discovery at Poplar Island. That’s the island in Maryland’s portion of the Chesapeake Bay that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Maryland Port Authority have been rebuilding over the last 25 years, using dredge spoils from the Port of Baltimore’s shipping channel. What was once almost entirely open water is now more than 1,700 acres of rock-ringed land.
Battleship Wisconsin Hosts Buffett Tribute Concert
You don’t have to be a dad to attend Fins on the Fantail over Father’s Day Weekend, but if your dad is a Parrot head, there’s absolutely no better gift. The maritime discovery center Nauticus invites you to Margaritaville on Saturday, June 15, from 5 to 8:30 p.m. The historic battleship Wisconsin will transform itself into the world’s largest beach bar with themed drinks, food vendors, games, and much more. It all unfolds on the fantail of the largest and last battleship built by the U.S. Navy. The classic Buffett tribute band Tiki Bar will perform Buffett’s classic hits and lesser-know fan favorites starting at 5:30pm.
Getting Back to Bmore: New Experiences Await
For Baltimore boaters, it’s been a rough spring. With the destruction of the Key Bridge and the closure of the shipping channel, Baltimore’s maritime industry has taken a significant hit. But with the gradual re-opening of the channel earlier and more chances for recreational boaters to pass, Baltimore is ready to once again win hearts over as one of the best cruising destinations on the Chesapeake.
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