Northern Chesapeake Cruising Club

NC3 Mtg & Sock Burning – Mar 21, 2026
2026-03-21 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Cutter Marina, 1900 Old Eastern Ave, Baltimore, MD, 21221, United States
NC3 Mtg & Sock Burning – Mar 21, 2026
11:00-1:00. @ Cutter Marina
Join us to celebrate Spring and the upcoming sailing season as we shed our socks for the summer and cast them into the fire. Lunch will be supplied by NC3. Lunch will include Pulled Chicken/Cole Slaw, Garden Salad, Pasta Salad, Fruit Tray, and Cookies. Be sure to bring your own favorite beverage. The sock burning will be held after lunch.

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SHAKEDOWN WEEKEND & NC3 GATHERING - May 2nd & 3rd, 2026
2026-05-02 09:00 - 2026-05-03 12:00
SHAKEDOWN WEEKEND & NC3 GATHERING
Join us for the Shakedown Cruise. Finish up those last couple of loose ends. Daysail both days with a Saturday Night group dinner at the BYC Pavillion, Hobo Style! Hook up with fellow members if you need some help. More info to follow.

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MEMORIAL DAY CRUISE - May 23 - 25
2026-05-23 09:00 - 2026-05-25 12:00
Join Allan and Joey Vanderheyden for a great holiday weekend on the Bay.
SATURDAY
Take a leisurely cruise to Worton Creek. Weather permitting, we will raft up for an international experience. Raise the flag of your country and serve a dish from there – we will go boat to boat trying the delicacies. Prizes, will be given out, so stay tuned.
SUNDAY
We will head off to Magothy River, location to be defined based on weather. For those wanting to feel the rush of the early season wind, you can be part of the very low key race to Magothy. Instructions to follow. We will use the evening to celebrate the season and the upcoming vacation day by shooting off a couple of old flairs – bring yours and join us for a mini 250-year celebration.
MONDAY
This is your own day, but we will, in honor of our veterans, do a sail past flying your biggest American flag and any other patriotic paraphernalia you may have. From there head home at your own time.
We look forward to starting off the season with friendship and sailing. Please feel free to contact me for any information and we will see you on channel 78!!

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International Flag / Food Weekend Cruise June 6-7
2026-06-06 08:00 - 2026-06-07 12:00
Join Allan and Joey Vanderheyden for a great weekend of fun on the Bay.
SATURDAY
Take a leisurely cruise to Worton Creek/Swan Creek or the Magothy. dependent on the wind. Weather permitting, we will raft up for an international experience. Raise the flag of your country and serve a dish from there – we will go boat to boat trying the delicacies. Prizes will be given out, so stay tuned.
SUNDAY
We will head home at an agreed upon time. For those wanting to feel the rush of the early season wind, you can be part of the very low key race back to the Middle River. If the wind looks better Saturday, the race may be on route to our destination! Instructions to follow.
We look forward to starting off the season with friendship and sailing. Please feel free to contact me for any information and we will see you on channel 78!!

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Baltimore Sail 250 Tall Ship Visit / Blue Angel Flyover - June 26-28
2026-06-26 08:00 - 2026-06-28 17:00 | Lighthouse Point Marina, 2780 Lighthouse Point E, Baltimore, Ma, 21224
Join other NC3 Boats and enjoy the Tall Ships. the Blue Angel Flyover, and all the festivities that will be part of America’s 250th celebration. Many boats have already reserved slips as the crowds should be quite large. This will not be a cruise, per se, but whenever NC3 Members get together for any event fun follows! Bruce and Norma Stumpp have offered to act as a point of contact and information. All of the NC3 boats that have reserved slips so far are staying at Lighthouse Point Marina.

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MID SUMMER CRUISE - 7/11 - 7/17
2026-07-11 08:00 - 2026-07-17 17:00
MID SUMMER CRUISE, 7-DAY, WHERE THE WIND BLOWS
2 Itineraries – Dependent On Wind
We all know that July weather can be brutal and unpredictable at times on the Bay. It is for this reason that I have prepared two options to mitigate any adverse winds/weather. Because some like marinas, and other prefer anchorages, this week mostly has options at either.
True South with cooperative winds
Day 1 Sat. July 11, sail across the bay to Tolchester Marina for lunch and music at Shanty Bar. Arrive before 1130 to ensure one of their free large floating docks. Southland is a modern country band. https://www.youtube.com/shorts/L24OVmYVbIA
Leave for slip North Point Marina in Rock Hall, dinner aboard, cocktails in Pavilion
Day 2 Sun July 12, Depart Rock Hall for West River. 24 nm. take a slip at CYC or anchor out. dinner aboard.

Day 3 Mon July 13, While in West River, 11:30 brunch at Stan and Joe’s, a casual, dog friendly eatery having fresh crabs. They have 10+ large deep slips and are easily accessible. Depart West River 1 pm for a long cruise (40 km) down to Solomons. Sunset is 2033 hours So expect to arrive before dark. Settle in one of Mill Creek’s many anchorages for a quiet eve. Bring fans!

Day 4 July 14, swing over to Spring Cove Marina or anchor in Back Creek hopeful for an early arrival to be able to enjoy a walk or bike into town. Town dinghy dock is available. Pot Luck Dinner in the Spring Cove Pavillion- make your fav dish.
Day 5 July 15, Decision to stay an extra day will be made by members as Solomons has lots to offer. Or take a short trip up the Patuxent and St Leonard’s creek for meal at Vera’s Marina Restaurant.
Day 6. July 16, Early departure for Oxford. Stay at Safe Harbor or anchor in Tred Avon River.

Day 7. July 17, Leave for home port
Alternative Sail Plan. (under construction)

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NC3 COOKOUT/SUNDAY-JULY 26TH/11AM-3PM
2026-07-26 11:00 - 15:00
SEE REVISED DATE & TIME!
JULY 26TH – 11 AM – 3 PM
To RSVP Please REGISTER below! Members free, guests over 12 YO, $10 EACH.

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Northern Bay Winery Tour 7/31 - 8/2
2026-07-31 08:00 - 2026-08-02 12:00
Northern Bay Winery Cruise – Update 07/27

Friday – July 31st

Sail (or drive your car) to the Bohemia River https://bohemiamanorfarm.com/

39 28.136N 75 52.255W
@29nm from Middle River Buoy Red #4

Raft-up with others, share heavy Hors d’oeuvres, BYOB
Anchor for the night

Saturday – August 1st

Morning – Dinghy exploring of the Bohemia Creeks
Around 12noon – Visit the Bohemia Manor Farm Winery Property
Lunch & Wine Tasting in the Vineyard House Restaurant & Bar (optional)
Afternoon Games on the Property (practice your bowlines)
Sold Out – 2pm – Wine Tour and Taste, $36/person, 1.5 hours (optional)

You can sign up for the 12noon tour, also if desired select Contact Us and ask to be put on a wait list for the 2pm tour.
You may cancel the tour and get refunds up to 1 day before the tour.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bohemia-manor-winery-tour-and-taste-tickets-1983636357744?aff=oddtdtcreator

Dinner in the Vinyard House Restaurant (optional)

Sunday – August 2nd

Raft-up near TRANCE for a Blueberry Pancake and Mimosa Breakfast
Return to your Home Port
If there is interest, we can arrange a return race.

Note: We are on TRANCE and likely others have dinghies to ferry people to/from shore.

For additional information contact:
Dan & Marlene Reasoner
dcreasoner@gmail.com
267-450-1446

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Wine/Beverage & Appetizer Pairing Party. Aug 21 - 23
2026-08-21 08:00 - 2026-08-23 17:00 | Worton, MD, Worton, Maryland, 21678
Wine/Beverage & Appetizer Pairing Party. Aug 21 – 23
Join us on Aug 22 for an evening of great food, fantastic wine, and friendly competition! Each guest is invited to bring two bottles of wine (or a beverage of choice) and a homemade or artisan appetizer to share with the group — the more creative, the better.
As the evening unfolds, guests will mingle, taste, and explore the art of pairing, discovering how the right bite can elevate a sip and vice versa. Whether you’re a seasoned sommelier or simply someone who enjoys a good glass with good company, there’s a place at the table for you.
A panel of fellow guests will vote on three coveted prizes:
∙ 🍷 Best Wine — for the bottle that wowed the crowd
∙ 🥗 Best Appetizer — for the dish everyone couldn’t stop reaching for
∙ 🏆 Best Pairing — for the duo that was simply made for each other
Come ready to taste, share, and maybe take home a little glory. No formal training required — just an adventurous palate and a willingness to have fun!
Please RSVP with your wine and appetizer selection so we can ensure a delicious variety on the night.
Location TBD, most likely Worton with BYC as a foul weather backup. This will allow those that can’t get away Friday an opportunity to join in.
Wine/Beverage and Appetizer Pairing…Saturday August 22
Worton Creek Marina
Take a slip or anchor out and dingy in. Worton Creek Marina (410-778-3282) or Dockwa slips $1.50/ft. Don’t forget to tell them you’re with NC3. Worton Creek has confirmed they can handle boats with 6’ drafts.
Bring enough beverages and an appetizer to share for everyone to have a taste. Be prepared to tell us what you’ve picked and why. We will provide 2oz tasting glasses.
This will be a friendly competition for the best beverage, the best appetizer, the best pairing, and the best presentation/story.
For those who wish to arrive Friday for dinner or have a Saturday evening snack/drink after the competition, “The View at Worton Creek” restaurant just opened to rave reviews.
Most of you are familiar with WCM; however, WCM is unique in that it is a true “working marina”. The current owners have made a business out of buying and refurbishing damaged high-end yachts. There is always an interesting project boat in the yard to investigate. From their website:
In the 19th and early 20th century, Worton Creek had an active steamboat route, and a steamboat wharf on the site served as a hub for steamboats that transported produce, goods and people in an era before the Chesapeake Bay Bridge.
In 1949, in response to the growing number of recreational boaters and sailors, Bill and Eleanor Fairlie purchased the property with plans to create a marina. The property still had the old steamboat wharf as well as a farmhouse and a barn. The Fairlies converted the wharf building into the marina store, adding docks and fuel sales. They quickly expanded the facility, building a restaurant with bath houses in the basement, a marine railway and a red shop building for repair work.
In 1970, Ken and Marion Roberts purchased Worton Creek Marina and continued to expand. They added more robust haul out capabilities, added an office to the main shop building, and constructed a paint shop, a lower bath house and a swimming pool.
Today, the marina is owned and operated by John and Libby Patnovic, who purchased Worton Creek Marina in 1997. As the third family to own the marina, the Patnovics worked to modernize the facility. They added larger fixed slips, increased the boat lift capacity to accommodate larger boats, built a new, more spacious paint shop, replaced two of the original docks with floating piers and greatly increased the capability of the boat repair operation.
But even as Worton Creek Marina grew in capacity and amenities, it stayed true to the heart of the business—a family-run, mom-and-pop marina where clients and boaters are on a first-name basis. With a comfortable, welcoming atmosphere, excellent customer service, and surrounded by the natural beauty of the creek, we are proud to honor the legacy of our marina for years to come.
Paul & Dottie Borchardt
S/V Tenacity padozary1@gmail.com 610-633-7831

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Late Summer Cruise - Aug 29 - Sept 5
2026-08-29 08:00 - 2026-09-05 12:00
Late Summer Cruise – Aug 29 – Sept 5
Grab your knife and fork. We are going on a week-long culinary exploration of the on the Late Summer Cruise.

Saturday, August 29 – Sail out on a short passage to Rock Creek, off the Patapsco River. We plan to anchor in Wall Cove, just to the left after you enter the creek. If you want to use a marina, you have two choices, Maryland Yacht Club or Fairview Marina. For dinner this evening, we’ll dinghy over to Fairview Marina to visit Sam & Maggie’s Dockside Grill. Those of you who have been here before will remember the excellent food and friendly staff.

Sunday, August 30 – Cross the Bay to Rock Hall. We are planning to stop over at North Point Marina, home of the friendliest marina staff on the Bay. They will help us arrange transportation to Ford’s Seafood Restaurant, a quirky, down-home place where you’ll get good food at good prices. This is the place where the local people go, so plan on having a great time.

Monday, August 31 – Today is a sail to one of our favorite marinas, Lankford Bay Marina, located on Davis Creek off of Langford Creek (yes, the spellings are correct) off the Chester River. Today you are on your own for dinner, but the marina staff can help you arrange a ride back to nearby Rock Hall if you would prefer to eat there.

Tuesday, September 1 – A “lay day” at Lankford Bay Marina. You can take a look at the boat repair operation there is just spend a day hanging around the pool. Tonight is Mexican burrito night at the marina. The fleet is supplying all of the makings for build-your-own burritos in the marina’s pavilion.

Wednesday, September 2 – See if you can brave the challenge of sailing up the winding Chester River to Chestertown. The Chester will have you going through all points of the compass, so bring determination and patience. Watch out for the shoals at the “Devil’s Reach” where the river bends sharply to the left. Dock at the Chestertown Marina alongside the replica schooner Sultana, if she is in town. Tonight we will visit Watershed Alley Restaurant for dinner.

Thursday, September 3 – Let’s take a walk! Chestertown has a designated walking tour of historic and architecturally significant houses. We can take a very shortened group walk to view some of the most interesting in the downtown area. Take some time to get lost in the stacks at The Bookplate, one of the most unusual bookstores that you will ever see. Tonight is a special treat – dinner at The Kitchen at the Imperial. Operated by local chef Steve Quigg, The Kitchen is a labor of love as he brings casual fine dining to higher level of quality.

Friday, September 4 – We start on our way home by sailing back down the winding Chester River, stopping at our last marina location at Castle Harbour Marina on Kent Island. Just outside of the marina gate you will find a wonderful pub restaurant, The Pour House. Tonight is a dinner celebrating good friends, visits to interesting places, and lots of great food along the way.

Saturday, September 5 – Homeward bound! Enjoy a last sail up the Chesapeake Bay to Middle River, or wherever your boat calls home.
North Point Marina – 410-639-2907
Lankford Bay Marina – 410-778-1414
Chestertown Marina – 410-778-3616
Castle Marina – 410-643-5599

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UCS Boaters Boat Show / Sept 11 - Sept 13
2026-09-11 08:00 - 2026-09-13 17:00 | Anchorage Marina, 2501 Boston Street, Baltimore, MD, 21224
Cruise to the Anchorage Marina, on the Patapsco, in the heart of Baltimore. Participate in the Show & Tell Boat Show. See many great boats and some really spectacular boat projects, complete and in progress.
The Boaters Boat Show is not your typical showroom floor packed with gleaming, untouched vessels waiting for a buyer—it’s something far more authentic, more soulful. This is a show dedicated to the heart and soul of cruising classics—boats with stories, with character, with salt in their wood and wisdom in their wakes. These are boats that have been lived in, loved, and customized by their owners over years of adventure.

Here, it’s not about price tags or spec sheets. It’s about conversation. It’s about pulling up alongside a seasoned captain and asking, “What made you fall in love with this boat?” It’s about hearing what they’ve added, modified, reinforced, or simply endured—because that’s what cruising is really about. You’ll find everything from clever DIY upgrades to finely tuned systems that reflect thousands of miles of experience.

This show celebrates the bond between boater and boat. The quirks, the triumphs, the annoyances, the “I wish I knew that before” moments. Whether it’s a classic trawler, a salty ketch, or a battle-hardened liveaboard, every boat here is a piece of living maritime history—and every owner is a chapter in that story.

Come for the boats. Stay for the stories. This is the Boaters Boat Show: where passion floats.
Anchorage Marina will host us this year!
Look on the events page of the UCS group for the RSVP. I’m only posting it here to reach as many of us as possible.
Call the Marina directly for slips. They will be giving us a better rate than Dockwa.
Mention you are going for the Boater’s Boat Show/Upper Chesapeake Sailing Group
Email: Receptiondesk@AnchorageMarina.com
Call: (410) 522-7200
Street Address: 2501 Boston Street, Baltimore, MD, 21224
Directions by Sea:
From the Chesapeake Bay, enter the Patapsco River. At Fort McHenry, bear to starboard entering the Northwest Harbor. Follow East, then West channel. Anchorage Marina is on starboard, located at 39.16.77 / 076.34.96.
Water depth into the marina exceeds 10′.
The receptionist is Junyay.
The Dockmaster is Wayne Easton.
The marina is on the promenade on the waterfront, with the waterfront and Pusser’s both an easy walk away. The boaters’ boat show will be on Saturday during the day, and there is a band playing at the marina Saturday evening.
If anyone feels like bringing some instruments, we can have a jam session, too. We will break the boats into groups for visitation. We will do that as we get closer and we get a sense of how many will be in attendance.
This will be awesome!!

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Sign up for the LROS Race - 9/24
2026-09-24 10:00 - 14:00 | TBD, United States
Last Rites of Summer Race – 9/24
This year’s race will be run before the start of the LROS Cruise, early on 9/24. Racecourse will be somewhere off the Middle River depending on conditions. More info to follow as we get closer to the race. Woza Moya has held the trophy for a year, as did TRANCE and TideChaser!
Time for a new winner and a new home for the
LROS TROPHY in 2027!

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Last Rites Of Summer Cruise 9/24 - 9/29
2026-09-24 14:00 - 2026-09-29 17:00
September 24 – 29.
Join us for a casual, no rush cruise of pleasant gunkholes in the northern Chesapeake Bay.
This cruise is coordinated in conjunction with the Chesapeake Corinthian Sailing Club (CCSC), so it will be an opportunity to meet other cruisers of the Chesapeake.
Cruise will gather in the bay outside of Worton in the afternoon of the 24th.
Destinations may include:

Bush River (overnight)
Still Pond
Sassafras River (overnight)
Georgetown – lunchtime at Fish Whistle or The View at Skipjack Cove
Chesapeake City (overnight – anchor or slip) – dinner at the Chesapeake Inn
Fairlee Creek (overnight)
Hart-Miller Island (day trip).

Weather permitting, boats can raft up in evenings for happy hours/dinner.
Suggested raft up protocol:
Anchor boats are responsible for the anchor. Boats rafting up are to provide fenders and lines prepared to raft up.
Ian Diamond
914.419.3134

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Full Moon Scavenger Hunt Cruise Oct 10 - Oct 11
2026-10-10 08:00 - 2026-10-11 17:00 | Rock Hall, MD, Rock Hall, Maryland, 21661
We will sail to Swan Creek and throughout the day there will be a scavenger hunt with BIG, BIG prizes for the first, second and third place winners. You can get a slip at Swan Creek Marina, pick up a mooring ball there or anchor in the creek. We will meet at the picnic area in the marina at 4:00PM for Happy Hour. Bring your own drink and an appetizer to share. Don’t forget to bring your scavenger hunt results along with your proof. More information and rules below.
We will ooh and aah at the full moon later that night, as no one really wants to sail around crab pots in the near dark.
Each boat will be provided with a list of items that can typically be found in marinas or out on the water. Each item will have points associated with it. Proof that you found an item must in the form of an image on your phone/camera.
Since we are not all at the same marina the list will be provided by email a day or two before so you can print it out and check off items as you find and photograph them. All images must be taken on the day of the event.
During Happy Hour you will be randomly paired with another boat to check and tally each other’s results.
The Scavenger Hunt will begin on October 10 at 8:00AM and end with Happy Hour at 4:00PM. All photos must be taken within that time frame.
May the best eagle eyes win.

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Sultana Downrigging Cruise - Chestertown - 10/30 11/01
2026-10-31 08:00 - 2026-11-01 12:00 | Chestertown
What do you get when you combine the largest annual gathering of Tall Ships in North America, a top-notch Bluegrass festival, and one of the coolest small towns in America on a beautiful river? The Sultana Education Foundation’s Downrigging Weekend. Featuring three days of music, sailing, ship tours, lectures, exhibits, and family activities, there is no festival like it anywhere. And the best part . . . all proceeds from the festival benefit the Foundation’s environmental literacy programs and the other educational nonprofits participating in the festival.
Info on the Downrigging Event Click HERE!
The plan as of now is to stay at Lankford Bay Marina and use the marina courtesy van to commute the 20-minute trip to the event each day. It all depends on how many sign up, so sign up today! Alternatively, the Chester River Yacht Club has agreed to put us on a waiting list for slips. This facility has a restaurant on site and is only a short mile south of town. Let Steve Allan know at stevenallan.acip@gmail.com if you want your boat to be added to the waiting list. He will stay in touch and keep us up to date as the plan develops.

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