Description: | From Watermen's Appreciation Day Website: Watermens Appreciation Day
Sunday, Aug. 9, 2020 10am5pm RAIN or SHINE
MEMBER PRICING
$10 Adults
$10 Seniors (65+)
$10 College student (with ID)
$10 Retired military (with ID)
$5 Active military (with ID)
$6 Children 617
Free Children 5 and younger
Family & Friends Membership Level and
above can extend member pricing to two guests.
NON-MEMBER PRICING
$18 Adults
$10 Licensed Watermen Adult (with ID)
$15 Seniors (65+)
$15 College student (with ID)
$15 Retired military (with ID)
$5 Active military (with ID)
$8 Child 617
$6 Child of Licensed Watermen Adult (with ID)
Free Children 5 and younger
On Sunday, Aug. 9, the 11th annual Watermens Appreciation Day comes to the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum in St. Michaels, Md., featuring a spirited boat docking contest, steamed crabs and other regional food, live music, beer, boat rides, family activities, and more. The fundraising event is organized by CBMM in cooperation with the Talbot Watermen Association, with proceeds benefiting both organizations.
The opportunity to meet the Chesapeakes watermen, along with local steamed crabs, beer, and other food and beverages continue to highlight the waterfront festival.
Beginning at noon, the events watermens rodeo boat docking contest returns to the Miles River near CBMMs 1879 Hooper Strait Lighthouse. Bleacher seating will be provided for spectators to the contest.
Starting at noon, the days catch of steamed crabsserved by watermenwill be available for purchase, in addition to beer, water, soda, hot dogs, hamburgers, ice cream, and more.
Children and families can enjoy games and activities offered throughout the day. Later in the day, childrens on-the-water activities include a childrens row boat competition, with prizes awarded. Event-goers can also take part in a silent auction in the Small Boat Shed, with all proceeds supporting the Talbot Watermen Association.
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