Tides & Weather in Potomac & Western Chesapeake Bay, VA, Virginia
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Perseverance Gala with the Herreshoff Marine Museum
December 10 @ 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
NOTE: This is a Virtual Event. Please join us, December 10th, for an exciting virtual gala, a 75-minute production featuring daunting sea stories, celebratory salutes from a few of your favorite sailors, a surprise Award ceremony, a live auction, and spoken word from our youth sail instructors! Stunning cinematography, cannons,… SEE MORE
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News from Our Coasts: November 2020
NEWS & UPDATES FOR NOVEMBER News from Harbormasters News & Virtual Events from Our Partners Updates from Our Coastal Business Community Photos of the Month Cheers! We're getting our holiday mood on... We've gathered some of our favorite products, foods and books to delight everyone on your holiday list. Let us… SEE MORE
America's Great Loop on a Budget
Interest in the Great Loop, the 6,000-mile boat trip that circumnavigates the eastern US and part of Canada, is growing rapidly. But, as many consider taking on this adventure of a lifetime, a frequent question is “Can I afford it?” The simple answer is yes, as there are many ways… SEE MORE
Paddling 101: Safety Tips
Any time you head out on the water, bringing the essential gear and clothing is important. A few additional safety measures are also in order on a non-guided tour: Bring a paddling buddy. When no guide is along, you should always go with another paddler who can summon help or provide… SEE MORE
How to Get Marine Weather on Your Chartplotter/MFD
Watch how Captain Henderson uses SiriusXM Marine Weather to stay safe! SiriusXM Marine provides up-to-date marine weather information and forecasts directly on your boat’s chartplotter/MFD. The service is delivered by satellite, giving you current situational awareness for up to 200 miles from the contiguous US. Plus, you can add SiriusXM… SEE MORE
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News from Our Coasts: November 2020
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Our Holiday Gift Guide: Favorite Books for Ocean Adventurers
As the holidays approach, and we find ourselves with a little more time to spend… More
These Items in Your Home Are Harming America’s Sea Animals
By Catrin Einhorn. How severely the world’s plastic waste crisis is affecting marine wildlife is… More
America's Great Loop on a Budget
Interest in the Great Loop, the 6,000-mile boat trip that circumnavigates the eastern US and… More
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