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WELCOME TO THE MARINE TRADES ASSOCIATION OF BALTIMORE COUNTY’S (MTABC) 23rd EDITION OF ITS ANNUAL WATERFRONT GUIDE. Since its inception in 1988, our mission has been to improve the marine environment for boaters and residents of Baltimore County by working with community organizations and government agencies to promote a healthy Chesapeake Bay. MTABC gives environmental scholarships to area students, supports the efforts of local organizations including Wounded Warriors Day on the Bay, Back River Restoration Committee and Boating Safety Day and joins with the Greater Chesapeake Gateway Chamber of Commerce for fundraising events. Check out the calendar of events on page 10 for information on MTABC’s July 4th Fireworks Extravaganza, the Lighted Boat Parade and July Toy Run, and other area local festivals. Eastern Baltimore County has 173 miles of waterfront from the scenic shorelines of Marshy Point to the quiet coves of Bear Creek. The deep, uncrowded waters are made for swimming, sailing, wakeboard or waterskiing, kayaking, paddle boarding, cruising, fishing or just plain relaxing in a jellyfish free environment. Our area is also home to the Chesapeake Bay’s finest, most affordable marine facilities offering a wide range of boat slips, marine services and new and used boat sales. On behalf of our members, I invite you to dine at our delicious restaurants, enjoy special events, and explore the exceptional beauty of the Eastern Baltimore County waterfront — the Hidden Gem of the Chesapeake Bay! I wish you a safe, fun-filled boating season. Brian Keith Schneider President, MTABC
Waterfront Guide Produced by the Marine Trades Association of Baltimore County, P.O. Box 18137 Baltimore, MD 21220
Published by Marinalife, LLC. 500 Harborview Drive Baltimore, MD 21230 Phone: 410-752-0505 Fax: 866-622-9488 marinalife.com
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Welcome from MTABC
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County Representatives’ Message
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Calendar of Events
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Wounded Warriors Day on the Bay
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Hart-Miller Island Update
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Essex Revitalization
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Yacht Clubs
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Baltimore County Waterfront Map
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Back River Restoration Committee
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Association Fireworks
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Lighted Boat Parade/Toy Run
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We Remember
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Fishing Piers & Tournaments
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Neighborhood News
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MTABC Members
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Directory of Services
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Boat Ramps & Anchorages
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Emergency and Resource Numbers
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Advertisers Index
Publisher: Joy McPeters Editor: Kalie Walter Project Coordination & Ad Sales: Barbara Barrett, Ellen Honey Art Director: Ebony Brown Designer: Cortney Geare Contributors: Sgt. Robert Bouder, Officer James Bylen, Ellen Honey, Bob Palmer, John Polek, Karen Wynn
Distribution by Weaver’s Marine and BRRC. If you would like to have the guide delivered to your business, call Sam at 410-686-4944.
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A MESSAGE FROM OUR BALTIMORE COUNTY REPRESENTATIVES Welcome to Baltimore County’s beautiful waterfront, which offers some of the best beaches and marinas on the Chesapeake Bay. Whether you enjoy boating, sailing, or fishing on the Bay, keep in mind the delicious seafood to be enjoyed at many of our local restaurants. With more than 60 marinas, yacht clubs and Chesapeake Bay industries in Baltimore County, the Marine Trades Association of Baltimore County is a very productive and important segment of the economy, producing millions of dollars of economic benefit to our community.
Enjoy this edition of the Waterfront Guide and the many businesses that make “Life On The Baltimore County Waterfront” enjoyable!
Kevin B. Kamenetz Baltimore County Executive
Cathy Hughes Bevins Baltimore County Councilwoman
Todd L. Crandell Baltimore County Councilman
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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APRIL 21
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APRIL 22
MTABC Legislative Brunch • 11am-1pm MTABC members invite the Baltimore County Council to brunch at Baltimore Yacht Club to say thank you for their service. mtabc.org
APRIL 27-29 $ Bay Bridge Boat Show • Fri-Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 10am-5pm Kick off your boating season at the Bay Bridge Boat Show at Bay Bridge Marina in Stevensville, MD – the largest in-water boat show north of Florida, featuring vessels from 7 to 70 feet. annapolisboatshows.com
MAY 5-6
Towsontown Spring Festival • Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 1pm-6pm The festival includes free entry, live music, beer gardens, and a great assortment of food. There are carnival rides & games, pony rides, fun zone and kids entertainment. 410-825-1144, towsontownspringfestival.com
MAY 5
20th Annual Kinetic Sculpture Race • 10am-All Day Hosted by the American Visionary Art Museum in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor, the race displays the imaginative human-powered works of art that are designed to travel on land, through mud, and over water. 410-244-1900, avam.org
Spoil all 5 senses right here in Baltimore County. Kayaking on the Gunpowder, golfing at Rocky Point, visiting the Glenn L. Martin Aviation Museum, and dining at one of the many waterfront restaurants— enjoy what the 200-mile shoreline in eastern Baltimore County has to offer!
JUNE 2
Marine Safety Day at Wilson Point Park • 11am-4pm Join the Baltimore County Police Marine Unit along with the Essex Precinct, Natural Resources Police, and the United States Coast Guard at the 3rd Annual Boating Safety Day at Wilson Point Park.
JUNE 3 $ Rockin’ on The River • 12pm-5:30pm Enjoy live music and entertainment, great food and alcoholic beverages, located at the historic Conrad’s Ruth Villa on Frog Mortar Creek off of Middle River. 410-335-6450, conradsvilla.com
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Join guest bartender, DJ Jon Boesche at Carsons Creekside Restaurant for this fundraising event. Receive a free raffle ticket with your admission fee for a chance to win one of two prizes: 1st place: $1,000; 2nd place: $500. This event supports MTABC fireworks.
JUNE 23
Water Wise Event & Cardboard Boat Race • 9am-12pm Sponsored by the Maryland Natural Resources Police and Bowleys Quarters Improvement Association, this family friendly event features a water safety presentation followed by cardboard boat building and race at Miami Beach Park.
JUNE 29-JULY 1 $ Dundalk Heritage Fair • Fri: 4pm-10pm, Sat-Sun: 12pm-10pm Join the 3-day celebration that includes live musical entertainment, amusement and carnival rides, games, arts and craft vendors, a petting zoo, pig races, food vendors and entertainment for kids. 410-284-4022, dundalkheritagefair.com
JUNE 30 $ Marine Trades Association Fireworks in Memory of Raymond N. Porter and Jack Deckelman II Come enjoy a beautiful fireworks display over Middle River starting at dusk and located off Wilson Point on Middle River. 410-335-7000, mtabc.org
JULY 4
The 84th Annual Dundalk 4th of July Parade • 8:15am Sponsored by the Heritage Association of Dundalk and the Dundalk Heritage Parade Committee, the parade starts on Dundalk Ave and finishes on South Liberty Parkway at Dunmanway. 410-285-4550, dundalkheritagefair.com/parade
AUGUST 18 $ Hot August Music Festival • 11am-10pm WTMD presents this annual music festival featuring three stages with a lineup of performing artists and onsite food vendors. 877-321-3378, hotaugustmusicfestival.com
AUGUST 18 $ Easterns Bayside Blues & Wine Festival • 1pm-7pm Enjoy the tunes of exceptional blues musicians while tasting an array of wines from local Maryland wineries. The festival is located along the waterfront at Eastern Yacht Club. 410-391-2251, easternsbaysidefestival.com
AUGUST 23- SEPTEMBER 3 $ Maryland State Fair • Mon-Thurs 12pm-10pm, Fri-Sun, Labor Day 10am-10pm Located at MD State Fairgrounds in Timonium the fair includes agricultural exhibits, live entertainment, horse shows, carnival rides, livestock exhibitions. 410-252-0200, marylandstatefair.com
SEPTEMBER 2
Defender’s Day • Sun 10am-5pm Located at Fort Howard Park, the event commemorates the Battle of North Point with a reenactment where British troops invaded in 1814. Presented by Dundalk Patapsco Neck Historical Society and Museum. 410-284-2331. WATERFRONT GUIDE
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SEPTEMBER 30 $ Marine Trades Association of Baltimore County Crab Feast on the Water • 1pm-5pm Join the MTABC for steamed crabs and more at this fabulous event at the Hawk’s Yacht Club. mtabc.org
OCTOBER 4-8 $ United States Sailboat Show • Thurs: 10am-6pm, Fri-Sun: 10am-6:30pm, Mon: 10am-5pm Visit City Dock in Annapolis, MD for the internationally acclaimed sailboat show, recognized as the largest, most prestigious, and only remaining sailboat show in the world. annapolisboatshows.com
OCTOBER 11-14 $ United States Powerboat Show • Thurs: 10am-6:30pm, Fri-Sat: 10am-6:30pm, Sun: 10am-5pm Visit the historic seaport of Annapolis to catch all major powerboat manufacturers and climb aboard more than hundreds of center consoles and tour brokerage boats. annapolisboatshows.com
NOVEMBER 24
Middle River Lighted Boat Parade • 5pm Get your holiday season started! The boat parade will start at Stansbury Yacht Basin and travel inside the 6 mile/hour marker.
DECEMBER
Dundalk Historical Society’s Train Garden • 1pm-7pm The well-loved Christmas train garden operates daily and is on display to the public at the Society’s museum at Center Place.
DECEMBER 8
Essex Christmas Tree Lighting • 5pm-7pm The tree lighting features a DJ, gifts for children and a visit from Santa Claus.
DECEMBER 15 $ MTABC Christmas Party at Carson’s Creekside Restaurant 6pm-10pm mtabc.org JANUARY 24-27 $ Baltimore Boat Show • Thurs-Sat: 10am-8pm, Sun: 10am-5pm Attend Maryland’s longest running boat show that offers something for every boating enthusiast along with nautical fun for all ages. baltimoreboatshow.com
MARCH 30 $ MTABC/CGCC Bull Roast and Shrimp Feast Join the MTABC and CBCC for a bull roast and shrimp feast at Rosedale Gardens in Rosedale, MD. mtabc.org
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WOUNDED WARRIORS DAY ON THE BAY
Honoring Our Veterans
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ounded Warriors Day on the Bay is in its sixth year providing wounded military veterans and their family members an enjoyable, stress-free day on the Chesapeake Bay. Hosted by North Point Yacht Club in Sparrows Point, with help from its sister clubs and numerous sponsors and volunteers, the event has received rave reviews from volunteers and attendees alike. Upon arrival, wounded veterans are presented with logo backpacks loaded with gifts and $250 gift cards. Their kids receive backpacks full of age-appropriate toys and school supplies. Attendees are then welcomed with a Vietnam Veterans Honor Guard, greetings from the Baltimore Ravens Cheerleaders, a military ceremony and officer’s greeting, Mission Bar B-Q lunch, and a 2-hour regatta cruise to Baltimore’s Inner Harbor through a water display by the Baltimore City Fireboats. Post-cruise, guests enjoy a Maryland style crab and shrimp feast, games and goodies for the kids. The 2018 event in August expects up to 200 guests with 40 boats, 50 volunteers and hundreds of donations. There is no doubt it
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will be another successful, rewarding day for all involved. Major sponsors include MTABC, Aerotek, Minerva Engineering, State Mechanical Contractors, MD Council Vietnam Veterans of America, and The Fitz-Patrick Wealth Management Group. Donations raised in excess of expenses go directly to wounded military and their families in the local area. Since 2012, WWDB has donated over $30,000 to local Wounded Warrior Projects, Frogman Outdoors, Operation Homefront and the local Fisher House Foundation. Although the event is not open to the public, information about the event and donating can be found at: wwdayonthebay.org or at Facebook.com/ woundedwarriorsdayonthebay. wg
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HART-MILLER ISLAND
Escape To The Island BY MARYLAND ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICE
IN MAY 2016, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Port Administration (MDOT MPA) opened the South Cell of Hart-Miller Island (HMI) Dredged Material Containment Facility to the public for the first time. Last year, an additional 20,000 people came to enjoy the recreational and educational opportunities at HMI compared to 2016, with increased numbers of bicyclists, campers, and program attendance. Over a quarter of the visitors who entered the South Cell were returning visitors who wanted to experience biking or hiking on the island again. The Ranger led interpretative programs, which are designed to be interesting and informative for every age group, include fish seining and guided interpretation. Many family friendly activities to engage children in the outdoors and recreational activities such as beach volleyball are available. Programming was expanded in 2017 to include new offerings such as family fun days, treasure
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hunts, Monarch Butterfly tagging, and Ranger instructed history programs. Exhibits at the HMI Ranger Station to educate visitors about local flora and fauna on the island were also new in 2017. Bicycles and binoculars are available to South Cell visitors to observe birds and other wildlife while traveling along eight miles of trails that circle a large pond and include covered benches with breathtaking views of the Chesapeake Bay. The 1.8-mile Long Trail Loop around the South Cell is marked with signage about the island’s ecosystem and history. In 2017, a monument was added to the trail honoring the HMI Citizen’s Oversight Committee (COC), which has monitored the formation and impact of the island since 1981 and served as a voice for citizens. The COC now oversees the island and monitors the future development, use, and maintenance of the Hart-Miller/Pleasure Island chain, and water quality in the area immediately surrounding the islands. There are plans to improve a particularly steep portion
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HMI beach from ranger station, 2017
AND NEARBY... Bicycles and binoculars are available to South Cell visitors to observe birds and other wildlife while traveling along eight miles of trails that circle a large pond and include covered benches with breathtaking views of the Chesapeake Bay. Pirates with treasure map, coloring page, and eye patches
South Cell pond
of the Long Trail Loop for easier travel in 2018. Public access to the HMI South Cell will continue for its third season, beginning Memorial Day weekend and continuing through September. In response to visitor feedback, expanded days and hours of operation are being planned for the 2018 season. Note that the island is accessible only by personal boats and no public shuttles are available at this time.
Light concessions are available for purchase near the Ranger Station. The HMI North Cell design is currently under development. Upon completion it will primarily consist of upland habitat with some transitional areas and a deep pool. Currently efforts are being made to dewater and vegetate the cell. When the North Cell habitat development is complete it will also be managed and operated by the DNR as part of the State Park, similar to the South Cell. wg
In addition to HMI South Cell public access, the Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Port Administration (MDOT MPA) also owns two additional facilities that offer public access; Swan Creek at the Cox Creek Dredged Material Containment Facility (DMCF) and Masonville Cove, adjacent to the Masonville DMCF. The Cox Creek facility is located on the south side of the Patapsco River downstream of the Francis Scott Key Bridge. The Masonville facility is located along the Middle Branch of the Patapsco River near the Hanover Street Bridge. The Cox Creek and Masonville facilities are the only sites that can accept dredged material from the Baltimore Harbor Shipping Channels. The development and operation of the Cox Creek facility includes environmental improvements to the neighboring Swan Creek wetlands and beach area. Both are protected by conservation easements held by the North County Land Trust. The tidal connection to the wetland has been restored and reef balls have been installed offshore to improve aquatic habitat and prevent beach erosion. The wetland has become a major bird habitat and draws birding enthusiasts from all over the greater Baltimore area. Masonville, named for an extinct railroad town, was once an industrial riverside area. After purchasing the site, the MDOT MPA removed large amounts of abandoned industrial debris and launched an extensive environmental restoration project. This includes developing the Masonville Cove Environmental Education Center, a “green� building that opened in 2009 with acres of surrounding land that encompass trails, wetlands, a pier, and a floating dock. Activities available to children and adults include kayaking, birdwatching, fishing, and hiking. Special events such as open houses draw regular crowds, and the center serves as a desirable meeting spot for many groups. For more information, including public tours and access to the Swan Creek wetland or Masonville Cove, visit the community page: marylandports.com/greenport.
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ESSEX REVITALIZATION
Essex Day from the air
Essex tree lighting
Essex Rebirth
Breathing New Life into a Gateway Community ARTICLE AND PHOTOS BY KAREN WYNN
Land plots sales for Essex, MD began in 1909. The area, surrounded by beautiful waterways was seen as a summer getaway community. Prime jobs were available when Glenn L. Martin acquired property in Middle River and contracts started growing to build aircraft. When the economy slumped the area began a rapid decline with the loss of jobs resulting from the closing of Sparrows Point Steel Mill, Eastern Stainless, General Motors and other large manufacturing companies. Attempts have been made in the past to revitalize the area with limited success, but this time around a different approach is being taken. The Eastern Baltimore County Task Force (EBCTF) is a committee formed under the Chesapeake Gateway Chamber of Commerce, working to breathe life back into the Essex Business Corridor and the surrounding area. The EBCTF is comprised of several vested
residents and business owners from Essex including President, Cliff O’Connell and Vice-President, Sam Weaver. The Board of Directors and committee members are made up of proven community leaders that combined have owned businesses in Essex for well over a century. But it doesn’t stop there because each has been involved in cleaning up their neighborhoods and waterways and have rallied to get the community involved in their respective projects. The different approach is to take on smaller, attainable projects like cleaning up trash, fixing benches and adding street corner flower pots to draw attention and pump pride back into the community, instead of taking on grand, unattainable goals. The Chamber applied for and recently received a Commercial Revitalization Action Grant for $10,000 from Baltimore County Department
of Planning to begin small projects. The EBCTF has also been working with Planning and Councilman Todd Crandell to apply for a Sustainable Community Designation from the State of Maryland. This designation, when approved, will open the door to larger grants offered through the Department of Housing and Community Development, Community Legacy Program. The EBCTF knows this is a community that comes together for events such as the Essex Christmas Tree Lighting, Essex Day Street Festival or even a Back River stream cleanup when hundreds come out to celebrate and take pride in their community. The area is surrounded by peaceful rivers and streams, parks and golf courses with views of the Chesapeake Bay. The organization is working to improve the economy and quality of life and now is the time to strike with jobs coming back to the area from TradePoint Atlantic, Amazon and the Greenleigh Development of Route 43. With the support of Baltimore County and key community stakeholders such as the Marine Trades Association of Baltimore County and the Essex Middle River Civic Council, a better Essex is attainable. wg
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YACHT CLUBS
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vessel provides the transport while the boater provides the dream. As with all passions, there comes a joy in sharing adventures, education and comradery. For many boaters, that sharing happens at their yacht club. Yacht clubs began centuries ago — some for racing and competitions and others for the social aspect. The tradition continues today. They are organized like most clubs with naval titles like Commodore, Vice Commodore and Rear Commodore. Generally, each yacht club has a unique burgee (flag) that identifies members during activities and events. The Baltimore County waterfront is dotted with a variety of yacht clubs where lifetime friendships have formed through the love of boating and fun of exploring the area’s waterways. Investigate the options and choose the right fit for your boating lifestyle.
Situated at the entrance of Sue Creek with a grand view of the creek, Middle River and the Chesapeake Bay, BYC provides amenities including bar, restaurant, pool, dockmaster services and fuel dock. Visiting yacht clubs are welcome.
Bowleys Point Yacht Club 1700 Bowleys Quarters Road Baltimore, MD 21220 410-335-3553 bowleysmarina.com/yacht-club/ BPYC provides boating activities and social events with affordable family rates that include 5-6 member cruises throughout the boating season.
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Pleasant Yacht Club 1800 Wharf Road Sparrows Point, MD 21219 410-477-9781 The quiet waters of Jones Creek is also home to Pleasant Yacht Club. This club’s mission is to encourage boating and water activities and to promote safety at sea. The spacious clubhouse and outdoor picnic area and pavilion offer plenty of fun family activities.
Red Eye Yacht Club
Local yacht clubs members join up for a great day on the water.
Crescent Yacht Club
Golden Anchor Yacht Club
1840 Cape May Road Baltimore, MD 21221 410-687-2582 crescentyachtclub.com
Riverside Marine 600 Riverside Drive Essex, MD 21221 410-686-1500 goldenanchoryachtclub@yahoo.com
Crescent is a popular club that offers a clubhouse, visitor docking with electric, bar, picnic area and swimming pool.
Eastern Yacht Club 2330 Seneca Road Essex, MD 21221 410-686-3555 easternyachtclub.com Located just off the Chesapeake Bay at the mouth of Middle River this facility offers a clubhouse, bar, beach, picnic area and amazing views. Transient dockage is available.
Galloway Yacht Club PO Box 70052 Baltimore, MD 21237 gallowayyachtclub.com This small, friendly club meets at the Middle River Yacht Club. Members are bonded in their pursuit of fun on the water and social events that encourage adventure and entertainment all year round.
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Formed by a group of boaters at Riverside Marine in Essex, MD who enjoy great boating and deep friendships, the club organizes cruises and hosts an outstanding crab feast. Visitors welcome.
Middle River Yacht Club 200 Nanticoke Road Essex, MD 21221 410-687-1160 middleriveryachtclub.com Located on Hopkins Creek off Middle River this welcoming club has a clubhouse and waterside pavilion with beautiful views. Boasting one of the best tiki bars on the bay, they host lots of fun parties throughout the season.
North Point Yacht Club 1700 Wharf Road Sparrows Point, MD 21219 410-477-2471 npyc.org Originally this club’s members were mostly employees of Bethlehem Steel. It is located on Jones Creek off of Old Road Bay and along with its rich history of devoted watermen and yachtsmen, members enjoy a great social circle in the clubhouse and on the water.
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2222 Poplar Road Baltimore, MD 21221 410-686-5399 reyc.org The clubhouse sits on a beautifully landscaped waterfront site on Sue Creek. It’s location, just minutes from the Bay has made it a popular choice for boaters to explore the Chesapeake’s many offerings. They host a variety of boating activities for members and their families.
Riverside Yacht Club 730 Riverside Drive Baltimore, MD 21221 410-686-4944 riversideyachtclub.org Riverside is a small club with a huge heart. Visiting clubs are always welcome and other club’s members are sure to feel at home. Riverside’s home at Weaver’s Marine has modern floating docks for up 50’ vessels and all the amenities including a fuel dock. Great support from members adds enthusiasm to their many social events.
Sue Haven Yacht Club 542 Edgar Avenue Baltimore, MD 21221 410-574-8290 Sue Haven Yacht Club sits on Sue Creek and features a new clubhouse and bar with visiting docks available. Sue Haven is a working club with most events and maintenance done by its supportive members. There is also a restaurant and fuel dock located nearby. wg
Sue Island Marina Family Owned and Operated
We are a full service marina offering the finest in customer care for your boat. Our family friendly marina is a welcoming home port to enjoy with friends after a great day on the water. On site experienced technicians will take care of maintenance and repairs and keep your boat in tiptop shape all season and winterize your boat for safe, onsite storage.
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Family-Friendly Atmosphere 850 Baltimore Yacht Club Road Essex, Maryland 21221 N 39° 17.05’ W 76° 23.45’
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BACK RIVER RESTORATION COMMITTEE
GET INVOLVED AND GET RESULTS!
ARTICLE AND PHOTOS BY KAREN WYNN
BACK RIVER RESTORATION COMMITTEE (BRRC) was formed in 2007 by Herb Ulrich who was raised on the much-polluted Back River in Eastern Baltimore County. The good news is that the river has shown remarkable improvements in the past couple of years due to the efforts of selfless volunteers, generous supporters and improvements in the Back River WWTP. The watershed for Back River runs from Towson through Baltimore City to Essex. Through the years BRRC has organized many cleanups with hundreds of volunteers. Between these volunteer cleanups and the Trash Boom managed by BRRC and located below the 695 overpass, they have kept over 3 million pounds of trash from entering the Chesapeake Bay. Volunteers have included students from local schools including Crossroads and Eastern Technical. The organization and its volunteers work to protect the future of Back River and the Chesapeake Bay. BRRC realizes the importance of working with the community, businesses and other organizations to educate and accomplish their goals of cleaning up the Chesapeake Bay. Some of the organizations that BRRC partners with include but are not limited to MTABC, Coastal Conservation Association, Baltimore County Business Association, Upper Bay Yacht Clubs and their members, Chesapeake Gateway Chamber of Commerce, Friends of Herring Run and numerous community organizations. Through the support of many local businesses and the community, the organization has grown tremendously since its inception in 2007. They have added boats, barges, a dump trailer, restroom trailer for cleanups and much more equipment to aid in the removal of
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Karen Wynn and Sam Weaver received a Governor’s Citation from Governor Hogan for BRRC, recognizing the group’s devotion in restoring Back River and the Chesapeake Bay.
trash, tires and abandoned boats in the waterways. BRRC understands that they need to educate our youth and guide them to understand the significance of protecting our natural resources. The organization has chartered both BSA Venturing Crew 726 and Sea Scout Ship 7117 in the past year. Involving this generation in both recreational and cleanup situations on the water makes them aware of the importance of clean water. BRRC recruits environmental students for its Summer Internship Program to give them an opportunity to apply classroom knowledge
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BRRC clean up crew 2018
in a real-world situation. The students learn about running a boat, tides, wildlife, and participate in cleaning up the river, planting trees, marking storm drains and educating the community. As they move forward, BRRC would like to work with more schools in the area, increase their volunteer base and become more involved with water monitoring. The more people that are involved, the more effective they will be with cleaning up our waterways and keeping them from being polluted in the future. wg If you would like to be a part of BRRC, please contact President Sam Weaver or Director Karen Wynn at savebackriver.org.
BRRC gets help from CBSFA
LOCAL CLEANUP EVENTS BACK RIVER RESTORATION COMMITTEE
CLEAN BREAD: CHEESE CREEK
BRRC/CCA BULL & OYSTER ROAST
ROCKIN’ ON THE RIVER AT CONRAD’S RUTH VILLA
SPRING BREAD AND CHEESE CREEK CLEANUP WITH PROJECT STREAM CLEAN
June 3, 2018
April 7, 2018
BRRC GOLF TOURNAMENT AT ROCKY POINT GOLF COURSE
BEAR CREEK PARK AND SHORE CLEANUP WITH PROJECT STREAM CLEAN
June 22, 2018
April 21, 2018
February 24, 2018 GUEST BARTENDER NIGHT AT SYLVESTER’S SALOON
March 23, 2018 SPRING GENERAL STAKEHOLDERSCOMMUNITY MEETING
BRRC ROCKFISH TOURNAMENT
STANSBURY PARK AND POND CLEANUP
April 10, 2018
September 8, 2018
May 19, 2018
SPRING CLEANUP – PROJECT CLEAN STREAM AT KEY BREWERY
10th ANNUAL BRRC SHRIMP FEAST AT HAWK’S PLEASURE CLUB
LYNCH COVE RUN CLEANUP
April 14, 2018 REMAX COMMUNITY DUMPSTER DAY
April 14, 2018 TOWSON YMCA HEALTHY KIDS DAY
April 21, 2018 BALTIMORE COUNTY MARINE POLICE BOATERS SAFETY DAY
October 27, 2018 FALL GENERAL STAKEHOLDERS-COMMUNITY MEETING AT HAWK’S PLEASURE CLUB
October 30, 2018
June 23, 2018 DUNDALK’S 1812 MONUMENTS CLEANUP
July 7, 2018 FALL BREAD AND CHEESE CREEK CLEANUP WITH THE INTERNATIONAL OCEAN CONSERVANCY
September 8, 2018 BEAR CREEK CLEANUP WITH THE INTERNATIONAL OCEAN CONSERVANCY
September 21, 2018
June 2, 2018 For more information on Back River Restoration Committee events, visit savebackriver.org
For more information on local cleanup events or to inquire about volunteering, visit breadandcheesecreek.org
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FIREWORKS
2018 MARINE TRADES ASSOCIATION FIREWORKS IN MEMORY OF RAYMOND N. PORTER AND JACK DECKLEMAN II BY ELLEN HONEY
Raymond N. Porter
GET YOUR SPARKLE ON at dusk on June 30th! After a five-year hiatus, the Marine Trades Association of Baltimore County will be producing a dazzling fireworks display named the Marine Trades Association Fireworks in Memory of Raymond N. Porter and Jack Deckleman II. The event will take place on the water east of Wilson Point. Because they are not burdened by land safety restrictions, barge based displays use larger shells causing higher explosions seen and heard for miles. Residents and boaters located on Hogpen, Norman, Hopkins, Dark Head, Stansbury and Frog Mortar Creeks will have especially spectacular views. The intense seventeen minute illumination will feature high aerials visible from Baltimore County waterfront restaurants. This display is dedicated to two departed MTABC members who had a significant impact on the association and the community. In the mid-nineties, it was Ray Porter who conceived the idea that a fireworks show would be a great thing for the residential and boating communities. For many years, it was Jack Deckleman’s towing company getting barges into place. Produced by MTABC and sponsored by local businesses and community donations, the event has become a major fundraiser for MTABC. The proceeds are a key component of charitable giving for the year. Locally, MTABC supports the Back River Restoration Committee, Wounded Warriors Day on the Bay, the Middle River Lighted Boat Parade, Baltimore County Marine Police Safety Day, environmental educational scholarships, the Stembridge Youth baseball program and
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various Christmas season donations among many other events. They also offered support to the New Jersey Marine Trades during Hurricane Sandy. Obviously production cost of a barge mounted fireworks show is very expensive and is dependent on the financial sponsorships of residents, boaters and businesses in the area. wg
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Support donations can be sent to: MTABC, P.O. Box 18137, Middle River, MD. 21220. For additional details, and major sponsor information, please call 410 335-7000.
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‘TIS THE SEASON
Christmas is Twice The Fun This Year! Middle River Christmas in July Toy Run If you enjoy the Middle River Lighted Boat Parade, check out the latest addition to the boating season, the Middle River Christmas in July Toy Run. In its 2017 inaugural year, 2,000 toys were gathered and delivered to the Eastern Baltimore County area. This year on July 25th, the event is expected to collect over 2,500 toys. Jim High and Hunter Markley Williams have worked tirelessly to make sure that Baltimore County children have an enjoyable Christmas. Those interested in joining in on the fun can participate by decorating their boat and visiting participating waterfront restaurants with unwrapped gifts for boys and girls. Depending on the number of toys donated, participants will receive a gift certificate prize.
Lighted Boat Parade November 24th, 2018 The annual Lighted Boat Parade features 95 lighted vessels from a 16-foot Jon Boat to a 65-foot yacht, all displaying creativity. The event takes place the first Saturday after Thanksgiving with its slogan, “Let’s Get This Christmas Season 30
Started, Middle River Style!” As many as 12,500 onlookers from Pennsylvania, Virginia and beyond jump-start their holiday season watching Santa, snowmen, angels and the Grinch float along the four mile course. One noteworthy local participant, Captain Nick Hock is known for crafting interesting presentations over the years including a bi-plane, a fire truck complete with lights and sirens, a flame-spewing volcano and the legendary Bay Dragon, “Chessie” breathing fire as it floated along. Waterfront restaurants are some of the favorite gathering spots to catch the parade, allowing guests to view a fireworks display, a visit from Santa Claus and activities for children to round out this family friendly event. Reserve early as restaurants book a month ahead.
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Producer Jim High attributes the majority of the hard work to event host Pat Williford of Stansbury Yacht Basin, along with Chris Templeton, Scott Borrowy, and Tony Correlli for coordinating the captains and route. wg For more information on the Middle River Christmas in July Toy Run and the Lighted Boat Parade, visit Eventbrite.com
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WE REMEMBER
RAYMOND N. PORTER
RAYMOND N. PORTER
BOB PALMER REMEMBERS
1939 – 2017
Prior to 1979, Raymond Porter worked as a Steamfitter. On April 1, 1979, Ray and his wife, Shelia, purchased a marina in Eastern Baltimore County and renamed it Porter’s Seneca Marina. This action was the beginning of Ray’s new career as “his own boss” in the recreational boating arena. Being an avid outdoorsman (hunting, fishing, and boating), Ray enjoyed being with boating people in the marina environment. In late 1988, with nine years of experience as a marina owner, Ray and a number of other operators saw a need to form an association of individuals involved in the recreational boating trades in Baltimore County. The Marine Trades Association of Baltimore County, (MTABC) was formed. Ray was elected to the initial Board of Directors, the 2nd Vice president (1990-1993), and the 3rd President (1994-1996). As a very active member of the MTABC board from its beginning to the time of his passing, Ray initiated and coordinated many activities including the Middle River Fireworks for 15 years. Ray and his family also coordinated the MTABC Bull & Oyster Roast for more than 10 years. The MTABC, the Baltimore County boating community, and Ray’s family have lost a very good person. Raymond J. Porter, his son, is now at the helm of Porter’s Seneca Marina, located on Seneca Creek, in Middle River, Maryland.
June 5, 2017 marked the passing of Raymond N. “Butch” Porter, beloved husband for 56 years to Sheila (nee Picard), devoted father of Raymond J. Porter and wife Coleen, Kimberly Hubbard and husband Chris; loving grandfather of Kaitlan, Christopher J., Alyssa, Brittany, Meghann, Christopher N. and Brian. Ray was born in Harford County. His father built Porter’s Blue Gables Bar & Restaurant on Pulaski Hwy. In the early 60’s Ray and his new bride owned Butch’s Seafood (now Al’s Seafood on Eastern Blvd.) while he simultaneously worked in Steamfitters Local 438 as an apprentice. When he left the steamfitters to purchase what is now Porter’s Seneca Marina, Ray often joked that he and Sheila got into the marine business on April Fool’s Day since they made settlement on April 1, 1979. The marina was a family affair including son, Ray and daughter, Kimberly. As the younger Porter assumed more of the day-to-day marina management, Ray and Sheila began to travel, especially on cruises. A friendly, outgoing man, Ray enjoyed hunting in Wyoming and Colorado, time at his cabin in West Virginia, and quiet time fishing on their 38’ Bertram. But according to his son, most of all Ray loved his family and working at the marina. “He loved going to work every day and interacting with people. He made a lot of friends through the marina, especially other marina owners”, says Ray Jr. “His best friend was Bob Palmer of Tradewinds Marina and we used to joke that we would have to get them an intercom they talked so much.” 34
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JACK WHEELER 1929-2017 J. Stanley (Jack) Wheeler Jr. passed on to eternal life November 22, 2017. He was born October 31, 1929 to Stanley J. Wheeler Sr. and Augusta Brill Wheeler. The family moved from Patterson Park in Baltimore to Essex, MD in 1946. On May 10, 1953 Jack married Edith Betz to start a marriage that lasted 58 years until her passing in 2011. Jack spent his life dedicated to his family and his career in the foundry industry. After serving his apprenticeship at Bethlehem Steel Corp, he worked at Gibson and Kirk Foundry in Baltimore where he eventually became Vice President. During that time he also was a Chairman of the Chesapeake Chapter of the American Foundry Society and an instructor in the U.S. Navy. In 1970, Jack and Edith started Chesapeake Foundry Inc. The fuel crisis in the late 1970’s changed the company’s focus from marine manufacturing to marine repair and is currently known as Millers Island Propeller Inc. Jack stayed active in the family business until his death, and will be remembered and missed by all the great friends and customers he made over the years in the marine industry. He is survived by his two children Jacqueline Wheeler, Robert Wheeler and wife Donna, two grandchildren Robert Wheeler Jr. and wife Kerri, and Stuart Wheeler. wg
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FISHING PIERS & TOURNAMENTS Maryland Department of Natural Resources offers fishing piers at many of its waterfront parks for the enjoyment of all. Park hours are sunrise to sunset. Maryland Sport Fishing & Crabbing Licenses — Individuals under the age of 16 are not required to obtain a license to sport fish/crab. They can, however, purchase a recreational crab license if they want to catch the bushel of crabs allowed with that license. Chesterwood Park Bullneck Creek 2200 Chesterwood Rd. Dundalk, MD 21222 410‑887‑7155 Cox’s Point Park Back River 820 Riverside Dr. Essex, MD 21221 410‑887‑0255 Edgemere Senior Center & Park Greenhill Cove/Back River 6600 North Point Rd. Sparrows Point, MD 21219 410-887-7529 Fleming Community Center & Park Bear Creek 641 Main St. Dundalk, MD 21222 410‑887‑7155 Fort Howard Park Patapsco River 9500 North Point Rd. Sparrows Point, MD 21219 410-887-7529 Hawthorne-Midthorne Park Middle River Whitehorn Way & Coralthorn Rd. Middle River, MD 21220 410‑887-0234
Merritt Point Park Bullneck Creek 7800 Dunmanway Dundalk, MD 21222 North Point State Park Back River/Chesapeake Bay 8400 North Point Rd. Edgemere, MD 21219 410-477-0757 Rocky Point Park Back River 2200 Rocky Point Rd. Essex, MD 21221 410‑887‑3873 Turner Station Park Peachorchard Cove/Bear Creek 23 Rayme Rd. Dundalk, MD 21222 410‑887‑7155 Watersedge Park Bear Creek 8820 Bullneck Rd. Dundalk, MD 21222 410‑887‑7155 Wilson Point Park Dark Head Creek/ Middle River 950 Beech Rd. Middle River, MD 21220 410‑887‑0234
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NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS NEW “SAFE BOAT” ON PATROL THE BALTIMORE COUNTY MARINE POLICE UNIT received its new 23-foot center console “Safe Boat” in November 2017. Purchased through the FEMA Port Security Grant with Baltimore County Police matching the cost by 25 percent, the new boat replaced an aged 21-foot Boston Whaler. The added length gives operator and crew an improved, safer ride over turbulent water. The 23-foot Safe Boat’s 100-gallon fuel capacity means longer patrol time and more time on a scene. The new Safe Boat is powered with T/200 high output Evinrude E-Tec G2 engines. The entire boat, with the exception of the foam collar system, is made of long-lasting aluminum, reducing costs over the long run for repairs and replacement by Baltimore County. The new boat also has a forward looking infrared system (FLIR) which allows the crew to see objects, people or boats in the water at night or in low light situations. Because the boat is long enough to hold their additional gear, the boat will be also be utilized by the county’s Underwater Recovery Unit. As part of the grant, the Marine Unit also procured a radiological, nuclear, biological detection portable back pack system allowing them
to scan large container ships for any dirty bomb material from a safe distance as they proceed to port. The Baltimore County Police Marine Unit is proud to have the opportunity, in the area of Homeland Security, to protect the citizens and infrastructure of Baltimore County, Baltimore City and the state of Maryland from hazards imported into its neighborhoods. wg
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STORM RESCUE TOWBOATUS BALTIMORE CAPTAINS, Dale and Austin Plummer are local heroes — earning the Boat US Meritorious Service Award for saving a man’s life in the summer of 2017. A brutal storm had knocked sailor John Dalmas into the water. When his 25-foot sailboat was found aground, the Coast Guard and Maryland Natural Resources Police quickly launched a search. After fruitless hours off Bodkin Point, the Plummers made one last pass along the North Point shoreline before dark. It was then that 19-year-old Austin Plummer who had not yet earned his captain’s license, sighted Dalman. After seven hours in the water, he was standing in chest-deep water about 300 yards from shore. When the Plummers pulled him aboard, Dalmas explained that other boats had been within several hundred yards of him, but only the red towboat crew had seen him. wg
AIRCRAFT RETURN “HOME” The Martin RB-57A Canberra The Glenn L. Martin Museum received a Preservation Heritage Fund Grant of $1,800 to repaint 52-1467, the first non-building funds ever granted. After 10 months and 550 volunteer hours of sanding, sheet metal work, priming, painting and detailing, the final coat of black gloss paint was applied in the summer of 2017 followed by lettering, “stars and bars” and tail decals. The glossy black paint is a salute to its Cold War service as a night reconnaissance aircraft in Europe. The Martin Company built sixty seven RB-57A Canberras at Middle River in 1953 for the U.S. Air Force. Mauler under restoration Photos used with permission of the Glenn L. Martin Maryland Aviation Museum
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Additionally, two Martin AM-1 Maulers have been brought back to the Museum. With help from the Maryland Air National Guard, the planes are now at GLM for extended restoration. Various sub-components have been returned to factory condition, including extensive sheet metal work to replace unusable and damaged airframe areas. The Museum’s intent is to take the best pieces of the two aircraft to bring a finished example of this rare Martin aircraft to full display condition. Much remains to accomplish, so volunteers are welcome to join this significant restoration project to bring another of Glenn L. Martin’s treasures back into public view. wg
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MTABC MEMBERS
The Marine Trades Association of Baltimore County (MTABC) was formed in the late ’80s to improve the Baltimore County waterfront for recreational boaters and to educate and engage government officials about the marine industry. Look for our logo throughout Eastern Baltimore County and patronize our members. Happy boating!!
Ahab Marine Services All Star Marine Association of Marina Industries Automotive Training Center Avon Dixon Agency, Inc.. Bafitis & Associates Baltimore Boating Center Baltimore Yacht Club Bayside Marine Surveying Inc Beacon Light Marina Bill’s Boat Basin/Rowboat Willies Blitz Mobile Detailing Bowleys Marina Bowleys Quarters VFD Business Transition Advisors Captain Waterfront Carroll Independent Fuel Carson’s Creekside Restaurant Chesapeake Bay Magazine Chesapeake Gateway Chamber Chesapeake Yachting Center Chrismar Marina Comer Company & Son Community Colleges Of BC Conrad’s Crabs & Seafood Restaurant Crazy Tuna Bar & Grille Cutter Marina Deckelman’s Marine Enterprises Dissen & Juhn Corporation
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Dundalk Sail & Power Squadron East Coast Marine Consulting Eastern Marine Service/KB Essex Marina & Boat Sales Essex Yacht Harbor First Captains Galloway Creek Marina Galloway Yacht Club Gonce Marine Goose Harbor Marina Harris Fire Protection Hawk’s Yachts Henry M. Murray Agency, Inc. Hilltop Marina Howard Energy Integrity First Floors Intercoastal Marine Island View Waterfront Café’ Latshaw Real Estate Group M & M Boat Sales Marinalife LLC Marine Repair Unlimited/Holly Neck Marina Marine Trades Assn. Of MD Markel’s Boat Yard Markley’s Marina Maryland Marina & Yacht Sales Maryland Port Administration Michael’s Bay Marine Middle River Landing Marina
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Millers Island Propeller Norman Creek Marina Norris Seafood Parkside Marina Pizza John’s Port Side Marine Porter’s Seneca Marina Riverside Marine Inc. Riverwatch Restaurant & Marina Robert Liberto,CPA,PC Salty Dog Publications,Inc. Shore-Line Construction SS Canvas, LLC Stouten’s Bear Creek Marina Sue Island Marina Sunset Cove Café’ Sunset Harbor Marina The Diver To Hire TowBoatUS / Baltimore Marine Recovery Tradewinds Marina Uberlux Home Ultimate Watersports Upper Bay Boating Weaver’s Marine Service Weis Markets William F. C. Marlow Jr. XxStream Marine
DIRECTORY OF SERVICES ACCOMMODATIONS Best Western Plus Hotel 5625 O’Donnell St. Baltimore, MD 21224 (410) 633-9500 Country Inn & Suites 8825 Yellow Brick Rd. Rosedale. MD 21237 (443) 772-5000 Fairfield Inn & Suites 8477 Cordon Way Nottingham, MD 21236 (410) 933-9797
Springhill Suites 6110 Crossroads Cir. Middle River, MD. 21220 (410) 335-2112
Marine Trades Association of Baltimore County (410) 687-1002 mtabc.org
Super 8 Motel 98 Stemmers Run Rd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 780-0030
Marine Trades Association of Maryland (410) 626-1940 mtam.org
ASSOCIATIONS/ ORGANIZATIONS/ TOURISM OFFICES
Maryland Office of Tourism (866) 639-3526 visitmaryland.org
American Boat & Yacht Council (410) 990-4460 abycinc.org
Maryland Port Administration (410) 385-4480 MarylandPorts.com
Hampton Inn 8225 Town Center Dr. Nottingham, MD 21236 (410) 931-2200
Association of Marina Industries (866) 367-6622 marinaassociation.org
Hilton Garden Inn 5015 Campbell Blvd. Nottingham, MD 21236 (410) 427-0600
Baltimore County Tourism & Promotion (410) 887-2849 enjoybaltimorecounty.com
Home 2 Suites 10465 Philadelphia Rd. White Marsh, MD 21162 (410) 933-1010
Bowley’s Quarters Volunteer Fire Company (410) 952-5700 bqvolunteers.wixsite.com
La Quinta Inn & Suites 4 Philadelphia Ct. Rosedale, MD 21237 (410) 574-8100
Chesapeake Bay Yacht Clubs (609) 877-2561 cbyca.org
Enterprise Rent-A-Car 1201 Eastern Blvd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 682-6474
Chesapeake Gateway Chamber of Commerce (443) 317-8763 emrchamber.org
Enterprise Rent-A-Car 6902 Eastern Ave. Baltimore, MD 21224 (410) 282-4211
Residence Inn 4980 Mercantile Rd. Nottingham, MD 21236 (410) 933-9554
CANVAS SS Canvas 222 Bowleys Quarters Rd. Middle River, MD 21220 (410) 344-1183 CAR RENTALS Avis/Budget Car Rental 8200 Perry Hall Blvd. Nottingham, MD 21236 (410) 931-2423
CHURCHES Back River UMC 544 Back River Neck Rd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 686-4195 Calvary Baptist Church 7321 Manchester Rd. Dundalk, MD 21222 (410) 285-4129 Dundalk UMC 6903 Mornington Rd. Dundalk, MD 21222 (410) 284-4818 First Baptist Church of Essex 911 Mace Ave. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 686-8499 Hope Evangelical Lutheran 1901 Middleborough Rd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 686-7587 Middle River Baptist 610 Middle River Rd. Middle River, MD 21220 (410) 686-8810 Orems UMC 1020 Orems Rd. Middle River, MD 21220 (410) 687-9483 Our Lady of Mt. Carmel (RC) 1706 Old Eastern Ave. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 686-0859
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DIRECTORY OF SERVICES St. Matthew’s Lutheran 3260 Red Rose Farm Rd. Middle River, MD 21220 (410) 335-4210
Wells Fargo Bank 1418 Martin Blvd. Middle River, MD 21220 (410) 687-5678
Weis Markets Dundalk 7200 Holabird Ave. Dundalk, MD 21222 (410) 284-2762
Middlesex Discount 1225 Eastern Blvd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 574-6257
St. Stephen’s AME Church 1601 Old Eastern Ave. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 686-9392
GROCERY STORES
Weis Markets Dundalk 7848 Wise Ave. Dundalk, MD 21222 (410) 282-0218
Orems Laundry 2100 Orems Rd. Middle River, MD 21220 (410) 686-8848
Weis Markets Essex 165 Orville Rd. Middle River, MD 21221 (410) 687-9400
Sudsy’s Laundromat 7844 Wise Ave. Dundalk, MD 21222 (410) 282-2427
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Shore-Line Construction 4713B Forge Rd. Perry Hall, MD 21128 410-574-6623 shorelineconstruction.com
William F. C. Marlow 400 Allegheny Ave. Towson, MD 21204 (410) 821-1013
FINANCIAL SERVICES
Food Lion 1565 Hyde Park Rd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 918-0171
Bank of America 1203 Windlass Dr. Middle River, MD 21220 (410) 686-7130
Food Lion 7514 North Point Rd. Edgemere, MD 21219 (410) 477-4784
Bank of America 1336 Eastern Blvd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 687-3590
Food Lion 1413 Fuselage Ave. Middle River, MD 21220 (410) 391-9316
Howard Bank 176 Carroll Island Rd. Middle River, MD 21220 (410) 344-0606
Geresbeck’s 2109 Eastern Blvd. Middle River, MD 21220 (410) 686-3487
M &T Bank 1115 Merritt Blvd. Dundalk, MD 21222 (410) 285-5393
Giant Food 8665 Philadelphia Rd. Rosedale, MD 21237 (410) 687-1007
M &T Bank 809 Eastern Blvd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 686-8823
Redner’s 7938 Eastern Ave. Baltimore, MD 21224 (443) 216-1138
M &T Bank 5236 North Point Blvd. Sparrows Point, MD 21219 (410) 477-0030
Shoppers 1200 Eastern Ave. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 574-2020
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INSURANCE Avon Dixon Agency 106 No. Harrison Baltimore, MD 21601 (800) 242-8757 Henry M Murray Agency 2498 Riva Rd. Annapolis, MD 21401 (410) 224-2664 LAUNDROMATS Family Wash Day 1415 Eastern Blvd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 687-5868
LIBRARIES Essex Branch 1110 Eastern Blvd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 887-0295 North Point Branch 1716 Merritt Blvd. Dundalk, MD 21222 (410) 887-7255 Perry Hall Branch 9685 Honeygo Blvd. Perry Hall, MD 21128 (410) 887-5195
Sollers Point Branch 323 Sollers Point Rd. Dundalk, MD 21222 (410) 877-2485 LOCAL PUBLICATIONS The Avenue News (410) 398-3311 avenuenews.com Chesapeake Bay Magazine (410) 263-2662 chesapeakebaymagazine.com East County Times (410) 780-3303 eastcountytimesonline.com Marinalife Magazine (410) 752-0505 marinalife.com Salty Dog Publications (888) 843-1585 thesaltydog.com Upper Bay Boating (410) 937-6866 upperbayboating.com MARINE CONSTRUCTION Dissen & Juhn Co. (410) 604-1802 dissen-juhn.com Gonce Enterprises Inc (GEI) (410) 477-6887 geicontracting.com
Rehbein Enterprises Corp (410) 335-7051 dredgeanddock.com XxStream Marine (410) 830-9580 xxstreammarine@gmail.com MARINE EDUCATION & INSTRUCTION Automotive Training Center 900 Johnsville Blvd. Warminster, PA 18974 (866) 905-4278 autotraining.edu Baltimore County Sailing Ctr. 2200 Rocky Point Rd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 391-0196 bcsailing.org Community College of BC 7201 Rossville Blvd. Baltimore, MD 21237 (410) 682-6000 ccbcmd.edu Dundalk Power Squadron 1916 Robinwood Rd, Baltimore, MD 21222 (410) 456-5543 uspsdundalk.org East Coast Marine Consulting P.O. Box 27, Havre de Grace, MD 21078 (410) 322-6701 eastcoastmarineconsulting.com
First Captain’s Boating Service P.O. Box 5027 Middle River, MD 21220 (410) 808-2137 firstcaptains.com MARINE PRODUCTS Access Metals 8893 Kelso Drive Baltimore, MD 21221 410-687-2414 accessmetalsinc.com Carroll Independent Fuel 2700 Loch Raven Rd. Baltimore, MD 21218 800-834-8590 carrollfuel.com Harris Fire Protection Co. 50 Kane St. Baltimore, MD 21224 410-285-7272 harrisfire.com Howard Energy P.O. Box 268, Severna Park, MD. 21146 (410) 647-1500 ghoward@howardenergyinc.com Integrity First Floors PO Box 268 White Marsh, MD 21162 (443) 253-2998 boatcarpetpro.com
MARINE SALES & SERVICES All Star Marine 2434 Hollyneck Rd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 574-8281 allstarmarineonline.com Aquaguard Paint/Flexdel Corp (888) 353-9335 flexdel.com Baltimore Boating Center 2015 Turkey Point Rd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 687-2000 baltimoreboatingcenter.com Baltimore Marine Recovery/ Tow Boat US P.O. Box 975, Pasadena, MD 21123 (410) 255-8700 dale@towboatusbaltimore.com Bayside Marine Surveying 6903 Harewood Park Dr. Middle River, MD. 21220 (410) 335-3955 yachtinspector@aol.com Beacon Light Marina 825 Bowleys Quarters Rd. Middle River, MD 21220 (410) 335-6200 beaconlightmarina.com Bill’s Yacht Basin 9033 Cuckold Point Rd. Sparrows Point, MD 21219 (410) 477-5137
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DIRECTORY OF SERVICES Blitz Mobile Detailing 2015 Turkey Point Rd Essex, MD 21221 (443) 226-7127 blitzmobiledetailing.com
Cutter Marina 1900 Old Eastern Ave, Baltimore, MD 21221 (410) 391-7245 cuttermarina.com
Bowleys Marina 1700 Bowleys Quarters Rd. Middle River, MD 21220 (410) 335-3553 bowleysmarina.com
Decklemans Marine 201 Oak Ave. Essex MD 21221 (410) 391-6482
Chesapeake Yachting Center 114 Carroll Island Rd. Bowleys Quarters, MD 21220 (410) 335-4900 chesapeakeyachtingcenter.com Chrismar Marina 200 Chrismar Ln. Essex, MD 21221 (443) 996-1155 chrismar-marina.com
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Essex Yacht Harbour Marina 500 Sandalwood Rd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 686-0292 Galloway Creek Marina 1414 Burke Rd. Middle River, MD 21220 (410) 335-3575 Gonce Marine 8906 Avenue B Edgemere, MD 21219 (443) 242-6162 goncemarine.com Goose Harbor Marina 4040 Briar Point Rd. Middle River, MD 21220 (410) 335-7474 gooseharbor.com
Hawk’s Yachts 114 Carroll Island Rd. Middle River, MD. 21220 (443) 823-9512 hawksyachts.com Hilltop Marina 1802 Hilltop Rd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 780-1900 Intercoastal Marine 2925 Eastern Blvd. Middle River, MD 21220 (410) 335-0458 intercoastalmarinemd.com KB Diver Services 3009C Eastern Blvd. Middle River, MD 21220 (443) 231-7052 kbdiverserivces.net
M&M Boat Sales 2010 Eastern Blvd. Middle River, 21220 (410) 391-2333 mmboats.com
Port Side Marine 149 Back River Neck Rd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 682-2998 portsidemarine.net
Tradewinds Marina 412 Armstrong Rd. Middle River, MD 21220 (410) 335-7000 tradewindsmarina.com
Marine Repair Unlimited 2426 Holly Neck Rd Essex, MD 21221 (410) 574-3988
Porter’s Seneca Marina 918 Seneca Park Rd. Middle River, MD 21220 (410) 335-6563 porterssenecamarina.com
Weaver’s Marine Service 730 Riverside Dr. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 686-4944 weaversmarine.net
Riverside Marine 600 Riverside Dr. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 686-1500 riversideboats.com
MARINE SURVEYORS
Markel’s Boat Yard 7745 North Point Creek Rd. Sparrows Point, MD 21219 (410) 477-3445 Markley’s Marina 223 Nanticoke Rd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 687-5575 Maryland Marina 3501 Red Rose Farm Rd. Middle River, MD 21220 (410) 335-8722 marylandmarina.net Michael’s Bay Marine 4431 No. Pt Blvd, Ste.B Sparrows Point, MD 21219 (410) 477-3440 Norman Creek Marina 2229 Corsica Rd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 686-9343 normancreekmarina.com Parkside Marina 3300 Edwards Ln. Middle River, MD 21220 (410) 344-1187 parksideboating.com
River Watch Restaurant & Marina 207 Nanticoke Rd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 687-1422 riverwatchrestaurant.com Stouten’s Bear Creek Marina 817 Wise Ave. Dundalk, MD 21222 (410) 477-2288 stoutensbearcreekmarina.com Sue Island Marina 850 Baltimore Yacht Club Rd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 574-7373 Sunset Harbor Marina & Boatel 1651 Browns Rd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 687-7290 sunsetharbor.com
Ahab Marine Services 515 Park Ave, Towson, MD 21204 (410) 812-7761 ahabmarine.com Bayside Marine Surveying 6903 Harewood Park Dr. Middle River, MD 21220 (410) 335-3955 baysidemarinesurveying.com East Coast Marine Consulting P.O. Box 27 Havre de Grace, MD 21078 (410) 322-6701 eastcoastmarineconsulting.com MARINE TOWING & SALVAGE Deckleman’s Marine 201 Oak Ave, Essex, MD 21221 (410) 391-6482 chesapeakebayassistassociation.com
TowBoatUS/Balt. Marine Recovery P.O. Box 975 Pasadena, MD 21123 (410) 255-8700 towboatusbaltimore.com MEDICAL SERVICES Concentra Urgent Care 1833 Portal St. Baltimore, MD 21224 (410) 633-3600 Concentra Urgent Care 8101 Pulaski Hwy. Rosedale, MD 21237 (410) 687-6462 ExpressCare 1354 Eastern Blvd. Essex, MD 21221 (443) 231-5203 Franklin Square Hospital 9000 Franklin Square Dr. Rossville, MD 21237 (443) 777-7000 MOVIE THEATERS AMC White Marsh 8141 Honeygo Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21236 (410) 933-9428 amctheatres.com Bengies Drive-In Theatre 3417 Eastern Blvd. Baltimore, MD 21220 (410) 687-5627 bengies.com
Mark Murphy | (410) 830-9580 929 Short Road Baltimore, MD 21222 XxStreamMarine@gmail.com
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DIRECTORY OF SERVICES East Point Movies 10 7938 Eastern Ave. Baltimore, MD 21224 (443) 216-2195 eastpointmovies10.com MUSEUMS/ HISTORIC SITES Ballestone-Stansbury House 1935 Back River Neck Rd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 887-0218 ballestonestansburyhouse.org
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Fire Museum of Maryland 1301 York Rd., Lutherville, MD 21093 (410) 321-7500 remuseummd.org Fort Howard Park 9500 North Point Road Edgemere, MD 21052 (410) 887-7529 baltimorecountymd.gov Glenn L. Martin Maryland Aviation Museum 701 Wilson Point Rd., Hangar 5, Middle River, MD 21220 (410) 682–6122 mdairmuseum.org Hampton National Historic Site 535 Hampton Ln. Towson, MD 21286 (410) 823-1309 nps.gov/hamp Heritage Museum of Essex 5156 Eastern Blvd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 574-6934 essexmuseum.com Todds Inheritance 9000 North Point Rd. Sparrows Point, MD 21219 (410) 388-0209
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PHARMACIES CVS Pharmacy 500 Eastern Blvd. Baltimore, MD 21221 (410) 238-2607 Drug City 2805 North Point Rd. Dundalk, MD 21222 (410) 284-2424 Rite Aid Pharmacy 140 Back River Neck Rd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 238-0511 Rite Aid Pharmacy 6 Carroll Island Rd. Middle River, MD 21220 (410) 335-2323 Walgreens 401 Compass Rd. Middle River, MD 21220 (410) 780-4770 Walgreens 6 S. Marlyn Ave. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 918-0790 POST OFFICES Chase Branch 12404 Eastern Ave. Chase, MD 21027 (410) 335-6283 Dundalk Branch 44 Shipping Pl. Dundalk, MD 21222 (410) 347-4275 Essex Branch 444 Maryland Ave. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 687-6366 Middle River Branch 200 Wilson Point Rd. Middle River, MD 21220 (410) 391-9428
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
RECREATION
Bafitis & Associates 1249 Engelberth Rd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 391-2336
Gunpowder Falls State Park 2813 Jerusalem Rd. Kingsville, MD 21087 (410) 592-2897
Bowleys Quarters Volunteer Fire Dept 900 Bowleys Quarters Rd. Middle River, MD. 21220 (410) 335-8820
Hart-Miller Island State Park Essex, MD 21221 (410) 592-2897
Robert Liberto, CPA, PC 5430 Campbell Blvd. Ste. 113 White Marsh, MD 21162 (410) 931-5010 William F.C. Marlow 400 Allegheny Ave. Towson, MD 21204 (410) 821-1013 REAL ESTATE AGENTS Capt. Waterfront, Skip Tolley Real Estate Professionals, Inc. 518 Eastern Blvd. Baltimore, MD 21221 (410) 935-7500 captainwaterfront.com Debbie Henninger, Realtor 8015 Corporate Dr., Ste C (443) 318-8800 UberLuxeHome.com Latshaw Real Estate Advisors 502 Baltimore Ave. Towson, MD 21204 (410) 296-6000 latshaw.net
Ladew Topiary Gardens 3535 Jarrettsville Pike Monkton, MD 21111 (410) 557-9570 Marshy Point Nature Center 7130 Marshy Point Rd. Baltimore, MD 21220 (410) 887-2817 Oregon Ridge Nature Center and Park 13555 Beaver Dam Rd. Cockeysville, MD 21030 (410) 887-1815 Rocky Point Beach and Park 2200 Rocky Point Rd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 887-2818 Rocky Point Golf Course 1935 Back River Neck Rd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 887-0215 Sparrows Point Country Club 919 Wise Ave. Baltimore, MD 21222 (410) 477-1500
Stansbury Golf & Sports Park 7900 Stansbury Rd. Dundalk, MD 21222 (410) 282-6600
Island View Waterfront Café 2542 Island View Rd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 687-9799
RECREATION RENTALS/ WATERSPORTS
Pizza John’s 113 Back River Neck Rd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 687-7733 pizzajohns.com
Gonce Marine 8906 Ave. B Edgemere, MD 21219 (443) 242-6162 goncemarine.com Island View Waterfront Café 2542 Island View Rd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 687-9799 islandviewwaterfrontcafe.com MR. SUP Stand-Up Paddleboards 2015 Turkey Point Rd. Baltimore, MD 21221 (410) 687-2000 baltimoreboatingcenter.com Ultimate Watersports 7340 Greenbank Rd. Middle River, MD 21220 (410) 335-5352 ultimatewatersports.com RESTAURANTS
River Watch Restaurant 207 Nanticoke Rd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 687-1422 riverwatchrestaurant.com MIDDLE RIVER
By the Docks 3321 Eastern Blvd. Middle River MD 21220 (410) 686-1188 Carson’s Creekside Restaurant 1110 Beech Dr. Middle River, MD 21220 (410) 238-0080 carsonscreekside.com Sunset Cove 3408 Red Rose Farm Rd. Middle River, MD 21220 (410) 630-2031 sunsetcovemd.com
ESSEX
Crazy Tuna Bar & Grill 203 Nanticoke Rd. Essex, MD 21221 (443) 559-9073 crazytunabar.com
MILLER’S ISLAND
Rowboat Willie’s Dock Bar 9033 Cuckold Point Rd. Sparrows Point, MD 21219 (410) 477-5137
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DIRECTORY OF SERVICES PERRY HALL
Conrad’s Seafood Restaurant 9654 Belair Rd., Perry Hall, MD 21236 (410) 529-3474 conradscrabs.com RESTAURANTS-CARRYOUT AND/OR DELIVERY Conrad’s Crabs & Seafood Market 1720 E. Joppa Rd. Parkville, MD 21234 (410) 882-1515 Norris Seafood 749 Sue Grove Rd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 574-6759 Pizza John’s 113 Back River Neck Rd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 687-7733 Zesto Pizza & Grill 750 Concourse Cir. Middle River, MD 21220 (443) 317-8265 SHOPPING MALLS The Avenue at White Marsh 8125 Honeygo Blvd. Baltimore, MD 21236 Carroll Island Shopping Center 162 Carroll Island Rd. Middle River, MD 21220
Country Ridge Shopping Center 100 Back River Neck Rd. Essex, MD 21221
Boordy Winery 12820 Long Green Pike Hydes, MD 21082 (410) 592-5015
Golden Anchor Yacht Club 600 Riverside Dr. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 686-1500
Eastpoint Mall 7839 Eastpoint Mall Baltimore, MD 21224
DeJon Vineyards 5300 Hydes Rd. Hydes, MD 21082 443-253-9802
Martin Plaza Shopping Center 1408 Martin Blvd. Middle River, MD 21220
YACHT CLUBS
Middle River Yacht Club 200 Nanticoke Rd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 687-1160 middleriveryachtclub.com
Baltimore Yacht Club 800 Baltimore Yacht Club Rd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 682-2310 baltimoreyachtclub.org
North Point Yacht Club 1700 Wharf Rd. Sparrows Point, MD 21219 (410) 477-2471 npyc.org
Bowleys Point Yacht Club 1700 Bowleys Quarters Rd. Baltimore, MD 21220 (410) 335-3553 bowleysmarina.com/yacht-club
Pleasant Yacht Club 1800 Wharf Rd. Sparrows Point, MD 21219 (410) 477-9781
Middlesex Shopping Center 1334 Eastern Blvd. Essex, MD 21221 White Marsh Mall 8200 Perry Hall Blvd. Baltimore, MD 21236 TAXI COMPANIES
Crescent Yacht Club 1840 Cape May Rd. Baltimore, MD 21221 (410) 687-2582 crescentyachtclub.com
Atwater Cab 10105 Philadelphia Rd. Rosedale, MD 21237 (410) 391-4040 New Eastern Cab 955 Eastern Ave. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 687-3232 VINEYARD/WINERY
Eastern Yacht Club 2330 Seneca Rd. Essex, MD 21221 (410) 686-3555 easrernyachtclub.com
Basignani Winery 15722 Falls Rd. Sparks, MD 21152 (410) 472-0703
Galloway Yacht Club PO Box 70052 Baltimore, MD 21237 gallowayyachtclub.com
Red Eye Yacht Club 2222 Poplar Rd. Baltimore, MD 21221 (410) 686-5399 reyc.org Riverside Yacht Club 730 Riverside Dr. Baltimore, MD 21221 (410) 686-4944 riversideyachtclub.org Sue Haven Yacht Club 542 Edgar Ave. Baltimore, MD 21221 (410) 574-8290
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ANCHORAGES Old Road Bay Bear Creek (55 ft bridge) Chink Creek Bullneck Creek Lynch Cove Back River Seneca Creek Galloway Creek Frog Mortar Creek Dark Head Creek Hopkins Creek Sue Creek Rocky Point Hart-Miller Island Greenhill Cove North Point Creek Jones Creek
PUBLIC BOAT RAMPS HOURS OF OPERATION: April, May, September, October: 6am-8pm June, July, August: 6am-8:30pm November, December, January, February, March: 6am-5:30pm Cox’s Point Park Location: Back River Ramps: 2 Vessel Size*: Large Ramp Width: 10 feet 410-887-0255
Gunpowder Falls State Park Location: Gunpowder River Ramps: 1 Vessel Size*: Small Ramp Width: 13 feet 410-592-2897
Turner Station Park Location: Peach Orchard Creek Ramps: 4 Vessel Size*: Large Ramp Width: 13 feet 410-887-7134
Inverness Park Location: Lynch Cove/Bear Creek Ramps: 2 Vessel Size*: Large Ramp Width: 11 feet 410-887-7134
Wilson Point Park Location: Dark Head Creek Ramps: 2 Vessel Size*: Large Ramp Width: 14 feet 410-887-0234
Merritt Point Park Location: Bull Neck Creek Ramps: 2 Vessel Size*: Large Ramp Width: 13 feet 410-887-7155
*Vessel Size is intended as a general reference to ramp capacity. Generally, vessels less than 16 feet in length are considered small and those greater than 16 feet are large. Ramps at these parks open daily year-round at 6 a.m. All boaters are asked to be out of the parks by the closing time posted at the ramp. Ramp closing times: November, December, January, February and March, 5:30 p.m. April, May, September and October, 8 p.m. June, July and August, 8:30 p.m.
Rocky Point Park Location: Back River Ramps: 2 Vessel Size*: Large Ramp Width: 11 feet 410-887-3873 Southwest Area Park Location: Patapsco River Ramps: 2 Vessel Size*: Small Ramp Width: 13 feet 410-887-1439
Baltimore County does not charge a fee or require a permit to use the Chesapeake Bay access ramps. There is a $5 trailer paring fee at Rocky Point from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
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EMERGENCY AND RESOURCE NUMBERS Police, Fire or Medical Emergency 911 On the Water Boating Emergency Use VHF Channel 16 (Monitored by the Coast Guard, Baltimore County Police and Fire Departments, MD Department of Natural Resources Police) United States Coast Guard Station Curtis Bay 410‑576‑8051 or 410‑576‑2625 Station Still Pond 410‑778‑2201 or 2202 Search and Rescue 410‑576‑2525 Baltimore County General Information 410‑887‑0000 baltimorecountymd.gov
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State of Maryland Department of Natural Resources 1‑877‑620‑8DNR dnr.state.md.us Mass Transit Administration Metro, MARC, Light Rail and Bus 410‑539‑5000 mtamaryland.com Recreation Vessel VHF Channels Safety and/or Distress Channel 16 Alternate Calling Channel 09 Ship‑to-ship (safety only) Channel 06
Ship‑to‑ship (navigation only) Channel 13 Ship‑to‑ship/Ship‑to‑shore Channels 09, 68, 69, 71, 78A VHF Mayday procedures in the event of immediate danger to life or property: 1. Select Channel 16 on your VHF radio. 2. Repeat: MAYDAY — MAYDAY — MAYDAY. 3. Give vessel name and call sign. 4. Give position and description of vessel, as detailed as possible, and how many people are on board. 5. Describe the emergency. 6. Repeat the above procedures every two minutes until you receive a response for assistance. If the situation is not life threatening, call a commercial towing company for assistance, or call the Coast Guard, who will contact one for you.
Debbie Henninger, Realtor...................... 13
MTABC.......................................................... 32
Dissen & Juhn............................................. 13
Norris Seafood........................................... 13
Essex Yacht Harbour Marina.................... 46
Pizza John’s................................................. 29
First Captains.............................................. 20
Porter’s Seneca Marina............................. 15
Baltimore Boating Center........................ 12
Flexdel Corporation/Aquaguard............ 29
Portside Marine......................................... 42
Baltimore County Dept of Tourism......... 10
Galloway Creek Marina/ Rehbein Enterprises.................................. 41
River Watch Restaurant & Marina........... 15
GEI Marine Construction.......................... 33
Rowboat Willie”s Dock Bar at Bill’s Yacht Basin......................................... 18
Ahab Marine Services............................... 36 All Star Marine............................................ 33 Automotive Training Center...................... 2
Baltimore Yacht Club................................. 23 Beacon Light Marina................................... 8 Blitz Mobile Detailing............................... 36 Bowleys Marina............................................ 7 Bowleys Quarters Volunteer Fire Co...... 29 Captain Waterfront Real Estate..........20,41 Carroll Fuels................................................ 37 Carson’s Creekside Restaurant................ 18
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Recreation and Parks 410‑887‑3817 baltimorecountymd.gov/agencies/recreation
Gonce Marine............................................. 32 Goose Harbor Marina............................... 46 Harris Fire Protection................................ 46 Hawk’s Yacht Sales..................................... 20 Integrity First Floors.................................. 36 It’s A Waterlife............................................. 47
Riverside Marine........................................ 27
Salty Dog Publications............................. 46 Shore-line Construction........................... 35 SS Canvas.................................................... 43 Sue Island Marina...................................... 23 Sunset Cove Cafe......................................... 9 Sunset Harbor Marina................................. 3
CCBC........................................................32,35
Robert A Liberto CPA, P.C......................... 43
Chesapeake Bay Magazine...................... 48
M & M Boat Sales & Service........................ 5
TowBoat US/ Baltimore Marine Recovery..................... 38
Chesapeake Yachting Center................... 52
Marine Repair Unlimited.......................... 48
Tradewinds Marina.................................... 11
Chrismar Marina........................................ 37
Markel’s Boatyard...................................... 47
Upper Bay Boating.................................... 45
Conrad’s Crabs & Seafood Market.......... 33
Markley’s Marina....................................... 37
Weaver’s Marine Service............................ 4
Conrad’s Ruth Villa/Parkside Marina...... 51
Martin State Airport.................................. 13
Weis Markets.............................................. 31
Crazy Tuna Bar & Grille............................. 20
Maryland Marina......................................... 3
William F.C. Marlow................................... 42
Cutter Marina............................................. 35
Maryland Port Administration................ 44
XxStream Marine....................................... 45
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