From the Bay

from Old Town Crier October 2022 - Full Issue

National Harbor

It’s Show Time on the Bay

I remember the days when we wouldn’t miss a sailboat boat show that went down within our commuting area unless the weather was close to hurricane status. Those were the days when my pal was on the hunt for a “bigger” boat and I was really fond of having every latest *saily gadget for the galley and just the right splash jacket for the hanging locker. Not to mention seeing the latest and greatest in bottom paint, boat soap and other fancy cleaning gadgets and potions. Moving on to present day (15+ years)….I am still using many of the *saily gadgets and I definitely need a new splash jacket and the “bigger” sailboat could really use some of the latest and greatest in paint, soap and potions. This all being said, I believe we will head to Annapolis for the Sailboat Show this year. In full disclosure, we spend quite a bit of time in this Sailing Capital and it is one of my favorite places in the United States!

I enlisted the help of our pals at Annapolis Boat Shows to get the scoop on the 2022 events. See below:

The boating world will once again rejoice as fall approaches and visitors from the U.S. and abroad return to Annapolis for two iconic boat shows, the United States Powerboat Show (Oct. 6-9) and United States Sailboat Show (Oct. 13-17). This year, in addition to celebrating the return of international travel, the Annapolis Boat Shows will celebrate the 50th United States Powerboat Show.

Each year, the team from the Annapolis Boat Shows transforms Annapolis Harbor into a floating showcase of new models of boats and innovative products. This year, the boat shows will again have an impressive lineup of new and premiering boats. Shoreside exhibit areas and tents will feature nautical accessories and services, top educational courses will return, and vacation charter companies will be onsite to answer questions and book vacations.

This perfect destination showcases beautiful brick-lined streets filled with art galleries, a variety of apparel, antique shops, and specialty boutiques. Restaurants for every palate line the streets providing visitors easy access to refuel after

Photo courtesy of Josh Davidson The Annopolis Boat Show transforms Annapolis Harbor into a haven for boat-lovers throughout the mid-atlantic.

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Taste award winning wines at the Port of

Leonardtown Winery. Paddle the McIntosh Run water trail. Enjoy a sunset along Breton

Bay. Dine at an outdoor café. Shop the unique shops and Shepherd’s Old Field

Market. Explore the galleries showcasing Taste award winning wines at local artists in Southern Maryland’s only Arts & Entertainment District. Located in the heart of St. Mary’s County. the Port of Leonardtown Winery. Explore the galleries showcasing local artists in Southern Maryland’s VisitStMarysMD.com/leonardtown only Arts & Entertainment District.

Stay overnight and make it a weekend getaway! Dine on the square at an outdoor cafe. Enjoy a sunset along Breton Bay.