Itinerary change - 9/3! Vera's is closed except for weekends - so we are changing Sept 16 to Cuckold Creek/Stoney's
The Great Escape Cruise – Part 3 September 11-21
Notice- to include those that feel more comfortable anchoring during this virus -
we have "remodeled" the itinerary to include some anchoring sites!
Since the National Rendezvous has been postponed, we thought a cruise was in order!
The Great Escape Cruise “series” will continue with Part 3 –
barring any bad fall storms! Davids will host the weekend portion of the cruise in Crisfield.
Bartletts will host the “before/after cruise” to get there and back.
First how are we handling Covid? In this crazy time, things change daily – and we just have to “roll with it”.
So, cruisers, here’s our chance to be spontaneous and flexible and still keep safe. What better way to “socially distance” yourself than to hop on your boat and “ESCAPE”? We know that MD recommends masks, 6 foot separation, groupings limited to 10 or less.
But we are all adults, you may individually decide your own comfort level. If you feel sick that weekend or know you’ve been around someone with a confirmed case, we all expect you to stay home.
Of course, you may attend any part of the cruise or all of it, just let Bartlett’s (bayleif@verizon.net) know your plans as to when to expect you! Sign up to attend on the MTOA.net website event calendar, so we know you are coming!
Itinerary:
Friday, September 11 – Shaw Bay
Bill Bogutski turned us onto an anchoring opportunity!
We will cruise to Shaw Bay (Wye River - near St. Michaels) to anchor up for the concert the next evening.
Saturday, September 12 –
Shaw Bay Concert Shaw Bay Raft-up Concert
Featuring The Eastport Oyster Boys 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Bring your dinghy, paddle board, kayak, or trawler, and relax with music from the
Eastport Oyster Boys in lovely Shaw Bay along the Wye River.
This free concert is held each year to raise funds and awareness for clean water efforts
on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Donations support the ShoreRivers pumpout boat for the Miles and Wye rivers.
For more information, contact Development & Events Coordinator Connor Liu at cliu@shorerivers.org
Sunday, September 13 –St. Michaels
Sunday, we will cruise down to St. Michaels (5.5 nm) to either anchor or get a slip at
St. Michaels Marina (https://stmichaelsmarina.com/rates/ )
Please call our Reservations Line at 410.745.2400.
Slips are $2.75/ft and power is: 30 amp 110V – $15.00 50 amp 220V – $30.00
Those that feel comfortable, may visit the town during the day. The group may decide to go out for dinner later.
Monday, September 14 – Baby Owl Cove
Monday, we will cruise (32 nm) to one of our favorites - Baby Owl Cove.
This is a peaceful cove for anchoring and enjoying the beauty.
We may decide to raft up for a socially distanced cocktail party in the evening to enjoy the sunset.
Tuesday, September 15–La Trappe Creek
Tuesday, we will cruise (12.5 nm) to another of our favorites - La Trappe Creek.
Another peaceful cove for anchoring and enjoying the beauty.
You can dinghy over to the "spit" during the day. We may decide to raft up for a socially distanced cocktail party
in the evening.
Wednesday, September 16– Cuckold Creek
Wednesday, we will cruise across the bay (35 nm) and up to beautiful Cuckold Creek. You may choose to anchor or get a slip at Stoney's Seafood Restaurant (details coming). We can decide if we want to go to the restaurant in the evening or just meet for docktails.
Thursday, September 17 – Solomons
Thursday, we will cruise 10 nm to Solomons. We will be checking with Solomon’s Yacht Club as to availability of slips
for our group and arrangements for one night or you may anchor in the Creek. We will have docktails on the lawn or in the bar at 6 pm.
The group may choose to eat out or have dinner on the boat afterwards.
Friday, September 18 and Saturday, September 19– Crisfield – Somers Cove Marina
The fleet will leave on Friday morning for a 43 nm cruise to Crisfield - Somers Cove Marina. The marina is one of our “MTOA marina partners” -
MTOA discount: $.10 discount per gallon of fuel. Stay any 3 nights, (do not have to be consecutive nights) get 4th night free!
There is room for anchoring in the basin, if you prefer to anchor. Come "chill" with us at the pool –
they hope to have it open through the end of September!
We may even get up a Boatopoly or Mexican train game going! We will have a BYOB cocktail party on Friday night - bring your own beverage.
Plans for Saturday night will be announced soon.
Please call Bonnie at the marina (410-968-0925) to arrange for your slip reservations –
Daily cost: $1.95/ft. Power: $5 for 1 30 amp or $10 for two 30amp/50amp
Sunday, September 20 – Slaughter Creek Marina
The fleet will leave Sunday morning for a 60.4nm cruise to Slaughter Creek Marina.
Call 410-221-0050 for slip reservations.
Daily Cost Under 35’ - $45/night; Daily Cost Over 35’ - $55/night Power: 50 amp - $12/night, 30 amp - $6/night
http://slaughtercreekmarina.com/Index.htm
BYOB Docktails will be at 6 pm. Dinner at the on-site restaurant or on your boat.
Monday, September 21 –Cambridge Yacht Basin
The fleet will depart Monday morning for a 27.2nm cruise to Cambridge Yacht Basin.
Daily Rate: $1.50 per foot Power Rates: Single 30 / $5 Double 30 or Single 50/ $10.
The Cambridge Yacht Basin in Cambridge, Maryland, is located on the beautiful Choptank River near the mouth of Cambridge Creek.
It is one of our “MTOA partner marinas” - MTOA Discount: 10% off transient slip.
With a maximum depth of 13 feet, this marina is an ideal stop for boats large and small.
Whether you are out for a day trip on a 20 feet boat, or on a weekly excursion on a 200 feet luxury yacht, the Cambridge Yacht Basin
is ready to welcome you to historic Cambridge, MD. (410) 228- 4031. https://www.cambridgeyachtbasin.com dockmaster@choosecambridge.com
Slip reservations can be also made thru “Snag A Slip” online. We will meet at the gazebo for docktails 6-7pm.
We can do a group dinner at a restaurant nearby, order pizza or dinner on your own boat.
Tuesday, September 22- Fleet Heads for Home