Arundel Rivers on the Half Shell
2026-03-14 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | MD
Get your tickets now for Saturday, March 14, 2026 at YMCA Camp Letts in Edgewater, MD from 6-9 pm! Arundel Rivers on the Half Shell is the organization’s largest, annual fundraising event. Join Arundel Rivers for a fun-filled evening featuring camp fare, drinks, oysters, and a silent auction – all benefitting Arundel Rivers!
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Maryland Fly Fishing & Collectible Tackle Show
2026-03-21 09:00 - 16:00 | West Village Commons, 404 Emerson Drive, Towson, MD, 21204, United States
One of the east coast’s premier shows, the Maryland Fly Fishing and Collectible Tackle Show brings together fishing enthusiasts throughout the mid-Atlantic region with high-quality fly-fishing dealers for a day of tackle review, sales, demonstrations, seminars, clinics, and conversation. Plus, a number of collectible fly-fishing tackle dealers on hand, offering a unique selection of vintage and rare items for collectors and enthusiasts. From vintage rods and reels to rare flies, you will find a wide variety of collectibles to choose from.
At the West Village Commons in Towson, Maryland, 404 Emerson Drive, Towson, MD 21204
West Village Commons is located on the west side of Towson University’s campus. The campus is enjoying Spring Break this weekend so the campus is open to our show. There is FREE garage parking and a short walk to the event building.
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Angler's Night Out - Annapolis Chapter w/ John Veil Presenting
2026-03-26 17:30 - 19:30 | West End Grill, 2049 West Street, Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
Join CCA Maryland and it’s Annapolis Chapter at West End Grill for Angler’s Night Out with awards given for the Pickerel Championship, along with a special presentation by angler John Veil. Gather at 5:30pm, talk at 6pm. This event is free and open to the public and seating is first come first serve, so arrive early.
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Mid-Atlantic Recreational Fisheries Roundtable Webinar
2026-03-31 15:00 - 18:00 | MD
NOAA Fisheries is hosting a mid-Atlantic recreational fisheries constituent roundtable via webinar.
The meeting will provide NOAA Fisheries’ Greater Atlantic leadership and the recreational fishing community an opportunity to connect with one another. Following some brief presentations, this meeting will be an open forum to discuss the priorities, concerns, and topics of interest to recreational fishermen.
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ASA's Keep America Fishing Fly-In 2026
2026-04-12 15:00 - 2026-04-15 12:00 | The Royal Sonesta, 20 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC, 20001, United States
Four day sportfishing/legislative conference/expo event in the heart of Washington, D.C. Connect with legislators, engage with top Administration officials, and gain insight into the sportfishing policies shaping our future. Experience Washington, DC’s most notable attractions and take part in hands-on advocacy training for first-time attendees.
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CCA Maryland - Greater Washington Chapter Meeting
2026-04-30 17:00 - 19:00 | MD
Join CCA Maryland for the 3rd Greater Washington chapter event of 2026!
Chapter leadership will meet at The Hunter’s Hound at 5 pm for a chapter meeting, on the docket we’ll discuss passion projects around the DC area and how to utilize CCA’s cache and contacts to accomplish those objectives, as well as a planning discussion on the chapter banquet scheduled for Thursday, February 18th, 2027, followed by a chapter happy hour.
All CCA Maryland members and non-members are welcome to attend either the 5 pm leadership meeting, happy hour, or both!
Come one, come all to make new friends with like-minded folks and discover what CCA has in store for the Greater Washington, D.C. area in 2026 and beyond.
This is a casual, low-key event, perfect for anyone unfamiliar with CCA Maryland.
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Howard County Spring Fishing Tournament
2026-05-02 06:00 - 13:00 | Centennial Park & Lake, 10000 Clarksville Pike, Ellicott City, MD, 21042, United States
Howard County Recreation & Park’s fun, spring fishing tournament returns. Boat or shoreline anglers, fish for prizes in this catch-and-release event. Children 13 years and under win prizes and trophies. Adults win prize money and trophies. Prize categories include bass, bluegill, catfish, crappie, and trout. T-shirts are given to preregistered participants. Bring bait and tackle. Electric motors only.
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CCA Maryland - Annapolis Chapter Angler's Night Out
2026-05-14 17:30 - 19:30 | MD
Annapolis anglers—discover Smarter Fish Measurement Using AI Tools with Glen Odor of Big Fish Daily & Fishtechy. Glen will introduce Fishtechy, an innovative AI-powered system that instantly measures fish from a simple photo—bringing unprecedented accuracy, fairness, and efficiency to catch-photo-release fishing and tournaments. Learn how this cutting-edge technology is changing the way fish are documented, verified, and shared, and what it means for the future of recreational fishing.

Date: Thursday, May 14

Time: Gather at 5:30 PM — Talk & Q&A follow

Location: West End Grill

Cost: Completely free and open to all—just bring your questions and fishing spirit

Seats are first‑come, first-served. Arrive early to grab a good spot and maybe a bite before the talk.
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Lucky & Blessed Fishing's 4th Annual Autism Awareness Fishing Event
2026-05-16 10:00 - 15:00 | Sandy Point State Park, 1100 E. College Parkway, Annapolis, MD, 21409, United States
Join Lucky & Blessed Fishing (LABF) at Sandy Point State Park in Annapolis for a special Autism Awareness Community Fishing Event designed for all ages and abilities. This is a fun, welcoming, and inclusive day on the water—whether it’s your first time fishing or you’re a seasoned angler, everyone is welcome.
💙 What to Expect on May 16:

🎣 Fishing (onshore + limited boat experiences)

🍽️ Food provided by Newk’s Eatery

🎯 Games & activities

🎁 Free prizes for participants

🏆 Tournament winners recognized

🤝 Supportive, inclusive environment for all ages and abilities

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Maryland Free Fishing Day
2026-06-06, 2026-06-13, 2026-07-04 | MD
During a free fishing day, a person may catch and possess finfish in the tidal and nontidal waters of the State for recreational purposes without an angler’s license, Chesapeake Bay sportfishing license, or any fishing stamp normally required by the State, but shall otherwise observe all fishing laws and regulations. Maryland’s free fishing days are the first two Saturdays in June and July 4.
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2026 Annapolis Decoy Show
2026-06-07 09:00 - 15:00 | Annapolis Elks Lodge #622, 2517 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD, 21037, United States
2026 Annapolis Decoy Show sponsored by the Potomac Decoy Collectors Association and held at the Elks Lodge in Edgewater, Maryland. Attendees can view, buy, sell, and trade antique and contemporary duck decoys, hunting and fishing items, paintings, prints, and sporting art, books, hunting and fishing license, shell boxes, fishing lures, and so much more from over 40 dealers. World-class decoy carvers from Maryland will be exhibiting and attendees can purchase their incredible works.
Contact: Chad Tragakis at (703) 593-3024 or chad.tragakis@gmail.com.
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Bands in the Sand
2026-06-13 17:30 - 22:00 | Philip Merrill Environmental Center, 6 Herndon Avenue, Annapolis, MD, 21403, United States
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Celebrating 20 years of Bands in the Sand!
Bands in the Sand is the party of the year, and you won’t want to miss it! For two decades, Bay savers from across the region gathered on the warm beach, danced to live music, enjoyed all-inclusive food and drink, and raised a drink to a saved Bay.
As we celebrate the 20th anniversary of Bands in the Sand, we are humbled to reflect on the memories made and impact created through this event. Since its inception, Bands in the Sand has raised $5.5 million to help save the Bay. This is thanks to every sponsor, donor, and attendee who has made Bands in the Sand the kick-off to summer. A special thank you to Dick Franyo, who stood on the Philip Merrill Environmental Center beach 20 years ago and had the brilliant idea to host the most fun fundraiser on the Chesapeake.

National Women's Fly Fishing Day
2026-06-27 | MD
This one is for you lady anglers! Today is National Women’s Fly Fishing Day! The day is dedicated to honoring and promoting female fly fishing anglers throughout the world! Emerald Water Anglers is the woman responsible for the establishment of this holiday observation in 2020. Women are encouraged to form friendships with other female anglers in their communities and fly fish, learn, uplift, and support one another.

Green Careers Fair
2026-08-01 10:00 - 12:00 | Quiet Waters Park, 600 Quiet Waters Park Road, Annapolis, MD, 21403, United States
Are you passionate about caring for the environment? When you think of your future, do you envision yourself working to protect our natural world? If so, look no further! On August 1st, Arundel Rivers Federation is hosting a Green Careers Fair at Quiet Waters Park to introduce middle and high school students to a variety of careers in the hopes of uncovering the path that leads them to their dream profession. This event entails a walk to two restored streamline projects, along with multiple guest speakers from different environmental disciplines, including park staff, engineers, construction specialists, and more. Come prepared to learn, and leave with a newfound confidence in your future!
From this event you will learn invaluable information on how to progress in the discipline of your choosing. It is incredibly important for students to have access to a network of people in the professions they are interested in pursuing, of which this event will provide. From careers that do require a college degree to those that don’t, there is something in the environmental field for you.
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7th Annual Delmarva Decoy & Sporting Collectibles Show
2026-09-26 09:00 - 15:00 | MD
To be held at the East New Market Fire Hall in East New Market, Maryland. Contact: Burt Campbell at (302) 750-0248. Admission $6.
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CCA Maryland - Annapolis Chapter Celebration of Conservation Fundraising Banquet
2026-10-01 17:30 - 21:00 | Philip Merrill Environmental Center, 6 Herndon Avenue, Annapolis, MD, 21403, United States
The Annapolis Chapter of Coastal Conservation Association (CCA) Maryland welcomes you to join a celebration of conservation, and all things Chesapeake Bay. As a recreational fishing based organization, we know that the public’s connection to the Chesapeake Bay through fishing and boating is what drives the passion to ensure that future generations will also enjoy what is so near and dear to us. This fundraising dinner directly supports CCA Maryland’s focus on ensuring the health of our marine resources and anglers access to them, and our objective to conserve, promote and enhance our marine resources for the benefit of the general public. As a local hub of volunteers from the Greater Annapolis area, our chapter has come together for more than 25 years to support our cause, and connect with others throughout our community.
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