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Annapolis to Newport Race June 7. Follow the Wharf Rat Race Team as we sail out of the Bay, over the CBBT and out to Chesapeake Light before heading N to Newport. The big question becomes which course to follow; inshore trying to pick up land breezes, rhumb line for shortest distance, into the Gulf Stream for the current or offshore for possible big winds.We'll carry a transponder so you can track us virtually seeing our place, course and conditions along with our competitors.

July 4th Fireworks Cruise and BBQ. Sail into the port of Baltimore and set anchor for the annual celebration. seasonal fruit, appetizers, salads, BBQ entres, vegetables and desert under the fireworks.

Memorial Day BBQ May 27, 4-8p View the beauty of the Chesapeake Bay and sail its waters while feasting on a traditional BBQ anchored in a cove. Email for more information!

Mother's Day Brunch 10:00-2:00 Surprise Mom with a Chesapeake Bay sail and a freshly prepared brunch anchored in a local cove. Reserve this special day with ASE! Call or Email Captain Larry for more information.
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PICTURES! 9th Annual Fell's Point Privateer Festivl! April 20 and 21
Sail into Fell's Point aboard WHarf Rat and honor the maritime history of Fell's Point and the patriotic privateer fleet and celebrate the 'pirate' fantasy of sailing lore. A weekend full of family-friendly activities from Thames Street Park and  Ann Street Pier to Broadway Square, Broadway Pier! Entry is FREE!
Dock time: 9:00a Oak Harbor Marina, arrive Fell's Point 11:15a
Return time: Leave Fell's Point 6:00p, arrive Oak Harbor 8:15p
Times are approximate t.

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Captain Larry Responds Spinsheet, a local sailing magazine, ran an article on Sailing with Guests which ASE responded to. Read Captain Larry's response to it after sailing with over 600 guests the past three years!
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Box of Rain 2013 Annual Fundraiser Rock and Roast!
April 13.A program of education, mentoring, and self realization discovered through the diversity of maritime culture. Box of Rain is a year-round program designed to inspire and encourage Annapolis area youth, especially those from disadvantaged circumstances, to gain self-esteem and to develop life skills that lead to positive contributions to the community. It is free for all of our participants. Bid on an ASE "Sunset Dinner Cruise" in the Silent Auction! Buy tickets here! See you there! Click Here for Pictures

Howl at the Moon! Sign up for a Full Moon Cruise during January and receive a free bottle of wine. Click here for more info. Email Captain to reserve your night on the Bay.

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What do Sailors do in the Off season? It's tough to write about sailing in the middle of Winter so take a look at these pictures skiing in Stratton, VT.

Full Moon Cruises, Happy New Year! ASE Full Moon Cruises initiated for the 2013 season, come on out and howl! Sail for an evening (7-11p) on the moon lit waters of the Chesapeake Bay watching the sun set and the full moon rise over the Eastern Shore fields. View the pale disc rise and reflect off the water as you take the helm and steer a course aboard the powerful, 40ft sloop, Wharf Rat through the Bay's chop. Grab some friends and sail for an evening you will not soon forget!

• Get together your own group of six or join other guests for this new, exciting, evening sail, 7-11p. Click here for more info.

Weekday Charters: 69/person, 399/group of six
Weekend Charters: (Friday and Saturday): 79/person, 439/group of six

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Wednesday Night Racing Every Wednesday evening Rock Creek Racing Association sponsors PHRF sailboat racing on the Patapsco River between the Francis Scott Key Bridge and the Bay followed by a BBQ on the deck of Oak Harbor Marina. Sail with the Wharf Rat crew for a fun introduction into sailboat racing and see why we are out there each week competing and enjoying a night on the water. Email Captain Larry for details and prices.

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