2024 Maryland Rod & Reef Slam

Philip Merrill Environmental Center 6 Herndon Avenue, Annapolis, MD, United States

Sponsored by CBF, Chesapeake Oyster Alliance, and Coastal Conservation Association Maryland. The Rod & Reef Slam fishing tournament is unlike any other. You don't just win by catching the biggest fish. To celebrate the vast biodiversity oyster reefs support, prizes are instead awarded for how many different species you catch (and release). In the event […]

Chesapeake Legal Alliance 15th Anniversary Party

Celebrate a milestone with us as the Chesapeake Legal Alliance marks 15 years of dedicated service and advocacy. For 15 years, we have been at the forefront of environmental law, leveraging our expertise to promote sustainable development, safeguard natural resources, and ensure the long-term health of this iconic estuary through legal advocacy. We are thrilled to host a special […]

The Taste (Virginia) – Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay Fundraiser

The Taste is a celebration of our Chesapeake Bay watershed, offering live music, locally-inspired eats, awards, silent auctions, and comradery. As our largest annual fundraiser, the Taste aims to bring together like-minded corporations and conservationists within three distinct Chesapeake Bay watershed communities. Benefits Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay. There are three, separate Taste events: Pennsylvania's […]

River Days Festival – Fort Smallwood Park

This summer the Anne Arundel County Executive’s Office will host five River Days festivals at different waterfront locations throughout the county. Each festival will feature fun activities for all ages, including water activities, environmental educators, boat rides, live music, food trucks, games, crafts, face painting, county agencies, and more. Registration to the festivals is free and […]

ShoreRivers 20th Annual Ride for Clean Rivers

ShoreRivers will host its 20th Ride for Clean Rivers—a chance for cyclists to ride the beautiful back roads of Talbot and Queen Anne’s counties in support of the organization’s work for thriving rivers cherished by all Eastern Shore communities. Riders of all ages and levels are welcome to register for fully supported Metric Century (62-mile), 35-mile, […]

6th Annual Tiki Lee’s Rockfish Invitational

Striped bass tournament based at Tiki's Lee's Dock Bar in Sparrows Point, Maryland. Scheduled for September 19th to 22nd. Postponement dates are September 26th to 29th. Click here for full details and updates. 

The Taste (Maryland) – Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay Fundraiser

The Taste is a celebration of our Chesapeake Bay watershed, offering live music, locally-inspired eats, awards, silent auctions, and comradery. As our largest annual fundraiser, the Taste aims to bring together like-minded corporations and conservationists within three distinct Chesapeake Bay watershed communities. Benefits Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay. There are three, separate Taste events: Pennsylvania's […]

Annapolis Baygrass Music Festival

Sandy Point State Park 1100 E. College Parkway, Annapolis, MD, United States

Annapolis Baygrass Music Festival held at Sandy Point State Park blends the finest progressive bluegrass music with a gorgeous beachfront venue and a core mission to protect and restore the Bay. You'll enjoy top touring bands on 2 stages over 2 days, delicious local food, microbrews, wines, craft cocktails/mocktails, workshops, craft vendors, and fun activities […]

Rappahannock Riverfest

It's the party of the year to raise funds for Friends of the Rappahannock River. Enjoy a day of crab feasting, drinks, music, and more all to benefit the conservation work, programs, and education of FOR. On the banks of the Rappahannock River in Downtown, Fredericksburg, Virginia. Save the Date: This year's Riverfest is September […]

Boatyard Beach Bash

Annapolis Maritime Museum 723 Second Street, Annapolis, MD, United States

Concert and outdoor festival benefiting Annapolis Maritime Museum. Let yourself be whisked away to Key West as you immerse yourself in the incomparable talent of world-class musicians. This year in memory and in honor of Jimmy Buffett, be prepared to be: Captivated as John Frinzi, accompanied by Coral Reefers Doyle Grisham, Eric Darken, Nadirah Shakoor, as well as Frinzi […]

World is Your Oyster Fest

Get ready for an unforgettable shell-e-bration at the Bay’s biggest bivalve bash, World is Your Oyster Fest (WIYO)! Enjoy the finest local oysters, seafood, and handcrafted drinks. Learn to 'Shuck Like a Pro, cheer for pros competing in the Tito's Handmade Vodka Shucking Competition, and learn why oysters are the answer to Chesapeake Bay restoration. The […]

6th Annual Tangier Classic

Three-day, multi-species fishing tournament. Catch-photo-release format. The eligible species include: Rockfish, slot and over slot sized Red Drum, Cobia, Speckled Trout, Grey Trout, Bluefish, Flounder, Spadefish, Croaker, Sheepshead, Spanish Mackerel, Black Drum, and White Perch. Special calcuttas for invasive species (snakehead and blue catfish). Powerboat teams and individual kayaker and youth divisions, too. Proceeds directly […]