Annapolis Sailing Cruises Around the Chesapeake Bay Aboard the Schooner Woodwind.
Woodwind
Offers...
2-Hour
Public Sailing Cruises
"Woodwind"
sails up to four times daily throughout our summer season from the
Annapolis Marriott Waterfront Hotel. Each trip is unique. All cruises
sail by the United States Naval Academy and then into the Chesapeake
Bay. Sailing under the Chesapeake Bay Bridge is a fabulous experience
as are the breathtaking sunsets over the historic Annapolis skyline.
Let
our captain and crew make your trip most enjoyable and memorable.
Help hoist the sails (all 4 of them) or take a turn at the wheel.
Our cash bar is stocked with wine and beer, including a nice selection
of local micro-brews.
The
74-foot schooner "Woodwind" wascustom
designed and built specifically for sailing on the Chesapeake Bay.
Woodwind is a replica of the classic, fast wooden schooners that
were built as "yachts" in the early part of this century.
Her handsome mahogany brightwork, gleaming
chrome and roomy cockpit distinguish her from cargo carrying work
vessels.
Have
a group of 18 passengers or more? You can get your tickets further
in advance and pay the gratuity up front. Click here for our Group
Sail Brochure.
PLEASE
NOTE!All children weighing less than 35 lbs:
The United States Coast Guard (USCG) requires a life jacket
for all passengers. The USCG requires our vessel to carry only
Type I life jackets, which are limited to passenger weights
of 35 pounds and greater. Therefore passengers must bring a
suitable lifejacket of proper size and fit for children under
35 pounds. No child under 35 pounds will be allowed to board
without a lifejacket.
Sunset
Sails &
Entertainment
The
sunset over the Annapolis skyline is breathtaking. The golden glow
reflecting off the sails as the sun descends near the horizon is
an unforgettable sight. Our popular sunset sails start in May. Weekday
sunset sails include the following events or entertainment.
Mon.
Tues.
Wed.
Thurs.
Historic Mondays Historic oriented
guided tour from the water
Beer
Tasting Sample
3 different local and regional microbrews
Race
Woodwind vs.
Woodwind II as we start just
after AYC series with over 100
boats!
Let
our captain and crew make your trip most enjoyable and memorable.
Help hoist the sails (all 4 of them) or take a turn at the wheel.
Our cash bar is stocked with wine and beer, including a nice selection
of local micro-brews.
gleaming
chrome and roomy cockpit distinguish her from cargo carrying work
vessels.
PLEASE
NOTE! All children weighing less than 35 lbs:
The United States Coast Guard (USCG) requires a life jacket
for all passengers. The USCG requires our vessel to carry only
Type I life jackets, which are limited to passenger weights
of 35 pounds and greater. Therefore passengers must bring a
suitable lifejacket of proper size and fit for children under
35 pounds. No child under 35 pounds will be allowed to board
without a lifejacket.
just
after AYC series with over 100
boats!