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CONTENTS » 2 Marina Map
3 Helpful Information 9 Harbor East Map 10 Rules & Regulations 13 Port Personalities 14 What’s Happening Around the Harbor: Explore Charm City’s Waterfront 16 Events & Attractions
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Welcome to Harbor East Welcome to Harbor East Marina. Thank you for choosing our marina as your home away from home while visiting Baltimore!
We are proud to be among the finest marinas to visit on the East Coast and we are committed to making your stay with us as pleasant as possible. We strive to have a staff second-to-none in hospitality and expertise. Our fully updated marina is welcoming boaters from across the East Coast and beyond. Throughout the season we offer seasonal events, custom events for clubs, boat shows and more.
Harbor East Marina is an integral part of the premier Baltimore neighborhood with 12 square blocks of fine dining and casual restaurants, first-rate hotels, lively pubs, and chic shopping. From our marina, you can walk to all the major attractions at the Inner Harbor, Harbor East, Fells Point and Little Italy, including the National Aquarium, Maryland Science Center and Landmark Harbor East Cinema. Sports fans can catch a quick ride share or scooter over to Oriole Park at Camden Yards or the Ravens’ M&T Bank Stadium. This edition of Marinalife at Harbor East magazine gives you a full guide to our facility, including a marina map and description of the amenities we offer on-site for our guests. Any time during your stay, please do not hesitate to ask us for help and let us know how we can make your stay memorable. It’s our goal to ensure you have a remarkable experience while exploring this wonderful city. Enjoy! Sincerely
Matt Giorgi Area Manager, Oasis Marinas
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40 International Drive Baltimore, MD 21202 410-625-1700 www.harboreastmarina.com EDITOR IN CHIEF Susan Elnicki Wade ASSOCIATE EDITOR Alexa Zizzi
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2022 Annual Slip Rates For current marina rates visit our website at: harboreastmarina.com/marina-information or scan here:
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Helpful Information • Check-In: 12:00 noon.
• Check-Out: 11:30 a.m.
• Approach and Docking: As you approach the Domino Sugar Factory hail us on Channel 68 or 16.
• Electrical Hook-Up: Each slip is equipped with either a 30, 50 or 100 AMP service. Only 30’ foot slips have 30 amp service. • Restroom and Showers: Located in the marina office. You will need your access card to enter after hours.
• Recycling: Trash and recycling are located near the base of each gate.
Amenities • Floating docks, with IPE decking and full length finger piers. • Complimentary wireless internet.
• Whole Foods is a brief stroll away, with BIN 604 Wine & Spirits located on the 2nd floor of the market. • Popular retailers in the Harbor East district, include Under Armour, J. Crew, Anthropologie and more. • West Marine is a quick ride away.
• Easy walking distance to the Inner Harbor, Fells Point and Little Italy.
• Convenient access to the Water Taxi and Circulator for area attractions. • Dry cleaning facilities nearby.
• Special events throughout the summer for slip holders and guests.
Getting Around
• Ice available for purchase.
Charm City Circulator A fleet of free shuttles that travel four routes in the central business district of Baltimore. Visit charmcitycirculator.com for more information on routes and schedules.
• Garage parking (complimentary pass for monthly and annual slip holders).
Baltimore Water Taxi Offering unique and convenient transportation to Baltimore’s Inner Harbor and its adjacent landmarks. To view routes and schedules, visit baltimorewatertaxi.com.
• 30, 50, and 100 AMP shore power pedestals are available. • Gated access, monitored by security.
• Clean and well-appointed boater lounge and laundry/ bath facilities. In-slip pumpout onsite.
• Discounted passes to the Maryland Athletic Club.
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• More than 20 great restaurants, all within walking distance.
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Outdoor Dining Guide Named for a protective Mayan deity, Maximón infuses fine-dining with an exciting Latin flavor and flair to Harbor East’s beautiful Four Seasons Hotel. The menus, inspired by South American and Mexican cuisines, perfectly complement the stunning stone architecture, wood and marble furniture, and lush greenery.
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This Italian chophouse boasts an impressive menu featuring hand-cut steaks, fresh hand-rolled pasta, house-made charcuterie, and a bounty of fresh seafood. Be sure to enjoy a refreshing bottle of wine while listening to live piano music under the sparkling lights of our patio. TagliataRestaurant.com
An oasis of style, comfort, and warmth in Baltimore’s Harbor East neighborhood, Azumi brings an uncompromising commitment to the Japanese craft, using quality ingredients. Sip on a refreshing glass of sake or a signature cocktail while listening to live DJ entertainment. AzumiRestaurant.com
Located in the Four Seasons Hotel, Loch Bar is a classic Maryland tavern featuring one of the region’s largest raw bars and whiskey selections. Enjoy craft beers and handcrafted cocktails while listening to live music by local musicians from our outdoor bar. LochBar.com
The Choptank, located in the heart of historic Fells Point, is a classic crab house serving Maryland’s famous cuisine. Have a cocktail, crush, or one of 20 draft beer selections while listening to live local music seven nights a week. The Choptank features an outdoor bar, games, and plenty of seating so you can watch the bustling neighborhood that surrounds you. TheChoptankBaltimore.com
The view of Baltimore doesn’t get better than from the 29th floor. This 1920s gastro pub offers signature rotisserie items including an array of poultry, game, and meat. Enjoy cocktails on the outdoor balcony while soaking in the views of Charm City. TheBygoneRestaurant.com
In the heart of Fells Point, this bar and music venue draws a steady influx of professionals and locals. The Admiral’s Cup hosts live entertainment, featuring cover bands by Baltimore musicians, local draft beers, and small plates featuring iconic Maryland dishes. TheAdmiralsCup.com
Watershed is a classic Maryland seafood house featuring some of the region’s signature dishes, including steamed hard-shell blue crabs. Our rooftop deck provides an intimate outdoor experience in the heart of Federal Hill complete with a full bar, TVs, and a gaming area. WatershedBaltimore.com
The Waterfront Hotel, the second oldest brick building in Baltimore, is a bar that embodies the true spirit of Baltimore featuring your favorite pub fare and live music seven days a week. WaterfrontFells.com
Located in the historic Bagby Furniture Building, Italian Disco is a restaurant and bar with a retro twist. Serving pizza, sandwiches, calzones, pasta, and more, Italian Disco also has 36 beers on draft, cocktails, and wines. TheItalianDisco.com
Escape the city hustle and step into Ouzo Beach. This beautiful Mediterranean villa-inspired bar and lounge is complete with beautiful gates, stone, marble, lush greenery, elegant light fixtures, palm trees, and a beautiful wooden trellis overlooking Baltimore’s Inner Harbor. Guests can enjoy cocktails and a live DJ while soaking in the city views. OuzoBeach.com | OuzoBay.com
Providing an unparalleled entertainment experience that redefines dining
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Swimming, fishing and crabbing are strictly prohibited. This includes traps and pens secured within the slips. Pets must be leashed at all times and cleaned up after. Bags are available for your convenience. Navigation. All boats must adhere to navigation rules of right of way and operate with no wake.
Noise. Music and other noises must be limited to a range of 50’. Marina quiet hours during the weekday are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. and during the weekends from 11:00 p.m. to 9:00 a.m. Power tools, such as, buffers, sanders, and saws, may only be operated between 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on weekends and holidays.
Gates. Do not prop open gates. If the gates malfunction, please contact the Marina Office.
Outside Contractors. With the exception of emergencies, contractors are only permitted between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday-Friday, except holidays.
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Exceptions must be approved by Marina Office. Contractors must sign in and provide insurance information.
11. Heaters. Unattended space heaters are not permitted.
Sewage. Absolutely no overboard discharge of sewage, including treated sewage treated with Type I or II MSD’s. Pumpout is an in-slip service, and the Marina Office has contact information for mobile pumpout operators.
13. Stairs. Must meet the following criteria and be approved by the Marina. Must not exceed 24” in width. Must not restrict access to any part of the docks. Must be easily removed and must not double as storage.
Type of Work. Spray painting, fiberglass work, heavy engine service, or any other work that results in debris or debris entering the water, docks, or neighboring vessels is prohibited.
Hazardous materials. Flammables, toxic, and pollutants, must be stored and disposed of properly. Absolutely no dumping in marina garbage or storing on docks. The nearest disposal site for such materials is Baltimore City’s Northwest Solid Waste Yard located at 2840 Sisson St, Baltimore, MD 21221.
10. Grills. No charcoal grilling is permitted. Electric grills may be used on the piers, but must be attended.
12. Storage. Dock boxes are not permitted. Storage of furniture, equipment, plants, bicycles, watercraft, fuels and other chemicals on the piers is prohibited. All areas are to be kept free of tripping hazards and clutter.
14. Laundry. There will be no hanging of laundry on the rigging, lifelines, or other parts of the exterior of the vessel. Washers and dryers are available in the Marina Office. 15. Commercial Activity. All commercial activities must be approved in writing by the Marina.
16. Signage. Vessels for sale are permitted one sign, limited to 18” x 24” and hung on the transom or aft deck. All other signage is prohibited.
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Frederick Douglass-Isaac Myers Maritime Park
Yachting & Cruising Clubs If your cruising club is looking to spend some time in heart of downtown Baltimore, look no further! With 180 slips and 500 feet of alongside dockage, we can accommodate all types of groups — large and small. Our team will work closely with your club’s director to ensure that slips are reserved together and that all your needs are met. We are happy to: • Provide online booking capability for your group • Make reservations at nearby restaurants
• Arrange a special event on our party pad
• Assist your group with special directions and recommendations for the area
• Coordinate boat service with a trusted partner if you have trouble.
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Superyachts Harbor East Marina is the only marina with direct access to the heart of downtown Baltimore with over 500 feet of alongside dockage, making it an ideal stop for superyachts in the Chesapeake Bay. Captains and boat owners will love being able to dock with ease, while they stay and play in the exclusive Harbor East neighborhood. The attentive staff at Harbor East Marina will be on-site to assist with all of our service offerings, while our concierge can coordinate provisioning, restaurant and hotel reservations and local transportation. HARBOR EAST MARINA
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Maritime Magic
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PORT PERSONALITIES
MIKE WILKINS General Manager Harbor East Marina
What brought you to Harbor East Marina? I’ve always loved Baltimore’s Inner Harbor, and after deciding to relocate to Maryland to be closer to family, I jumped at the opportunity to join the Oasis Marinas organization. It was a perfect fit with my boating and marina management experience, as well as an opportunity to learn about the operational aspect of a largely transient location and grow with an emerging industry leader.
What do you enjoy most about your job? I’ve never enjoyed sitting behind a computer screen in an office all day. I very much prefer to be out on the docks engaging with boaters, maintaining our beautiful facility and assisting with transient arrivals. Having the opportunity to keep moving and work outdoors is a dream come true.
What is the number one attraction you would recommend for first-time visitors to Baltimore? I’m a big baseball fan, so for me, there’s nothing better than an afternoon game at Camden Yards.
Describe the perfect meal. What would you eat and where would you be? Picking up hoagies and a couple bags of chips from DiPasquale’s in Harborview and heading out on the boat for a day on the Chesapeake sounds perfect.
What is the best compliment a boater said about your marina? The most consistent praise we receive usually has to do with the level of professionalism of our Marina Service Associates — people always mention how polite, helpful, courteous and knowledgeable our staff is.
What is your favorite watersport or water activity? I own a Grady-White Tournament 192, and I love taking friends and family to Hard Yacht Cafe in Dundalk or Tiki Lee’s in Sparrows Point for a full day of fun in the sun.
If you didn’t work at a marina, what would be your dream job? Is Batman an option?
What is your favorite thing about Baltimore? For me, the best thing about Baltimore is the uniqueness of each neighborhood. As a Philadelphia native, it really reminds me of home. From Federal Hill (where I currently live) to Fells Point, or Mount Vernon to Canton, or Locust Point to Little Italy, each place has its own identity.
Natalie Strohecker Assistant General Manager As a Maryland native, Natalie recently moved back home to pursue a career in the marina industry after living in Arizona for more than a decade. She grew up boating with her family in the Severna Park area, spent years of working in the hotel hospitality business, and now hopes to elevate her customer service skills to a new level at Harbor East Marina. She enjoys hiking and just about any outdoor activity. She is also a horse lover and used to ride competitively!
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What’s Happening Around the Harbor? A Powerful Maritime Past Bolsters Preservation of Today’s Waterways By Alexa Zizzi
Lined with vibrant restaurants, trendy retailers, world-class museums and luxury high-rise apartments, Baltimore’s premier Harbor East neighborhood holds memories of a deep-rooted maritime legacy. Energized by diversity and a vibrant urban population, the area’s high-end establishments are located next to 18th century pubs and mom-and-pop shops, giving Charm City a unique connection to its community. As a major port for shipbuilding and steamship transportation through the 18th and 19th centuries, the city was built by working-class immigrants, seamen and visionary entrepreneurs who paved the way for a booming economy. Canning companies, chandleries, railway, steel and manufacturing flourished in the southeast side of the city, which eventually faced a rough transition into the late 20th century when many of the old industries became obsolete or left town. Harbor East was left with desolate warehouses and decaying architecture. But by the 1980s, the city began rebuilding its infrastructure and created the thriving neighborhood we see today where visitors can easily dock their boats, wander the waterfront or hop on the water taxi to sightsee its unique neighborhoods. Stroll along the promenade that connects Inner Harbor to the far east side of the water in Canton. Packed with family-fun attractions, the Inner Harbor delights kids of 14
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all ages with attractions such as the National Aquarium, Maryland Science Center, Port Discovery, Children’s Museum and the USS Constellation. Just steps from the marina, walk the cobblestone streets of the historical (and some say haunted) Fells Point neighborhood, where redbrick row houses and old-school saloons look the same as they did centuries ago.
Food, Shopping & Culture Galore For upscale shopping and fine dining, step out front of the marina and follow the circle around the National Katyń Monument dedicated to Baltimore’s Polish-American community. High-end retailers on Aliceanna Street meet retro mom-and-pop shops intertwined along side streets, offering the best of both worlds to explore. Sample authentic seafood by feasting on crab cakes, jumbo shrimp, and fresh fish and exploring raw bars ranging from Harbor East’s Loch Bar in the Four Seasons Hotel and The Oceanaire Seafood Room, to Thames Street Oyster House a few blocks over in Fells Point. The ethnic food scene extends to Fells Point’s historic Broadway Market where you can find a European deli, seafood stand, Asian cuisine and a chicken and waffles spot. While shopping in Harbor East, grab lunch from Bambao, Harbor East Deli or RA Sushi. For dinner or a night out, enjoy craft cocktails and bottle service at Blk Swn on Fleet Street or the recently opened Bar One on Lancaster Street.
Just steps away from Harbor East, head over to Little Italy for classic pasta dishes from family-owned restaurants in timeless 19th century row houses.
On game days south of the harbor, you’ll see Ravens and Orioles fans fill the bars in Federal Hill, where you can sift through delectable food options from the newly redesigned Cross Street Market and rooftop bar at Watershed. Discover Baltimore’s Civil War past and catch the best view of the city atop Federal Hill Park.
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For more history, museums and a mix of traditional and modern restaurants, several neighborhoods are a quick cab ride away. Enjoy upbeat bars and nightlife in Canton Square, or sample culturally diverse restaurants in Highlandtown and Greektown. Head north to admire beautiful architecture in historic Mount Vernon or catch the kitschy and quirky vibe of Hampden.
Local Partnerships Help the Community Thrive
Another Harbor East Marina partner, The Living Classrooms’ Maritime Education Program emphasizes applied learning — or as they call it — “learning by doing,” with shipboard land and sea programs that serve local students of diverse backgrounds and economic means. In addition to Maritime Education, the Harbor East neighborhood is home to programs including the Crossroads School, Baltimore Urban Gardening with Students (BUGS), Fresh Start Program and customized training for production, warehouse, distribution and Certified Nursing Assistant/Geriatric Nursing Assistant certifications.
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As a Certified Clean Marina, Harbor East Marina is dedicated to enriching the unique ecosystem in its urban oasis. The staff prides itself on community engagement by teaming up with local organizations such as the Living Classrooms Foundation, National Aquarium and Waterfront Partnership of Baltimore in efforts to keep the community connected to preserving the Chesapeake Bay. Thanks to programs from Waterfront Partnership of Baltimore, the community works diligently to clean and preserve local waterways with natural approaches. For example, the Great Baltimore Oyster Partnership, a joint program by the Chesapeake Bay Foundation and Waterfront Partnership, recruits volunteers to plant thousands of oysters in the Bay annually. Do you know that a single oyster filters up to 50 gallons of water per day?
Directly between Harbor East and Fells Point, Chase’s Wharf is home to the Frederick Douglass-Isaac Myers Maritime Park, a site dedicated to Baltimore’s diverse nautical past, Chesapeake Marine Railway and Dry Dock Company, the first African American-owned shipyard in the country. The floating classrooms’ historic vessels include the pungy schooner Lady Maryland, skipjack Sigsbee and Chesapeake Bay buyboat Mildred Belle. Just across the water, take a spin along the Inner Harbor on a familyfriendly dragon boat or pirate ship. Visit livingclassrooms.org
One of the most successful programs features the famous Mr. Trash Wheel, a 50-foot-long, googly-eyed mechanical wheel stationed at the mouth of Baltimore waterways absorbing tons of trash and debris that pollute the harbor. To learn more, visit waterfrontpartnership.org/healthy-harbor
DON’T MISS THE TALK OF THE TOWN:
In the heart of Inner Harbor, discover amazing aquatic habitats ranging from the tropical rainforest to a northern Australian river gorge and various colorful coral reefs. Catch a glimpse of Atlantic bottlenose dolphins or a jellyfish invasion. Be sure to take advantage of Half-Price Friday Nights, where guests enjoy a fun evening for halfprice tickets after 5:00 p.m. every week. Visit aqua.org. 15
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Baltimore’s National Aquarium
Explore Baltimore’s Waterfront Attractions & Charming Historic Neighborhoods These notable destinations are how Baltimore earned its nickname, “Charm City.”
Must-See Attractions
Sports & Entertainment
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• Oriole Park at Camden Yards — Baltimore Orioles baseball • M&T Bank Stadium — Baltimore Ravens football • Royal Farms Arena — Baltimore Blast soccer • Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall • Hippodrome Theatre • MECU (Pier Six) Pavilion • Power Plant Live! • Baltimore Soundstage • 8x10 Federal Hill • Live music in Fells Point and Canton
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American Visionary Art Museum B&O Railroad Museum Baltimore Museum of Art Baltimore Museum of Industry Canton Waterfront Park Cylburn Arboretum Druid Hill Park Edgar Allan Poe House & Museum Federal Hill Park Fort McHenry Frederick Douglas-Isaac Myers Maritime Park George Peabody Library Harborplace Horseshoe Casino Maryland Center for History & Culture Maryland Science Center National Aquarium National Great Blacks in Wax Museum Patterson Park Port Discovery Reginald F. Lewis Museum of African American History & Culture • The Maryland Zoo • USS Constellation • Walters Art Museum
Events
June - October
Pier Six (MECU Pavilion) Concert Series
FashionEasta
Baltimore “Flotilla”
TrawlerFest Baltimore
Enjoy the Inner Harbor’s top waterfront music venue featuring genres such as rock, reggae, rap, R&B, pop, children’s theater and more. You can even watch a show from your boat! Hosted by Waterfront Partnership’s Healthy Harbor Initiative, you can paddle through the harbor on a seafaring mission to raise money for a good cause. Benefits provide city students with environmental field trips and helps Mr. Trash Wheel keep tons of trash out of local waterways.
Baltimore Small Kinetic Sculpture Race
Every year, the American Visionary Art Museum hosts a 15-mile-long race of creativity on land and sea. Dozens of human-powered works of art are custom built for both land and water races throughout the city.
This annual event transforms Harbor East into a live runway show with a day of fashion, food, entertainment and shopping. Local retailers highlight their newest fashions as models strut down Aliceanna Street. Hosted at Harbor East Marina, PassageMaker’s annual TrawlerFest showcases the best of boats designed for cruising-under-power enthusiasts.
Fells Point Fun Festival
For two days of waterfront fun every October, the historic neighborhood fills its cobblestone streets with crafty vendors, local artists and multiple stages of live music by local bands.
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