Shad Night 2025!

Friends of Fletcher's Cove's annual "Shad Night 2025" will be held February 20th beginning at 7 p.m. Winter has been harsh this year but it’s almost over. Shad will begin arriving soon at Fletcher’s Cove and it's time to get ready! Shad Night, DC’s annual get-together for shad fishing enthusiasts, will return online next week for […]

2025 Annapolis Saltwater Fishing Expo

Annapolis Elks Lodge #622 2517 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD, United States

Presented by the Annapolis Anglers Club. Features dozens of local tackle and fishing vendors, seminars with boat captains and expert anglers, food and beverages (pit beef sandwiches, oysters, etc.), charter captains/guides on site, raffle prizes, and much more.   8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is $5 per person; kids 14 & under are free. Click […]

AMM Winter Lecture Series: The Ecology and Economics of Blue Catfish

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

The Annapolis Maritime Museum holds its annual Winter Lecture Series over eight consecutive Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. from mid-January through early March. You will be challenged to question and to learn by engaging speakers on diverse topics including maritime history, local history, science, and maritime art. February 27th: Chesapeake Invaders: The Ecology and Economics […]

Wild & Scenic Film Festival

Maryland Hall 801 Chase Street, Annapolis, MD, United States

The Wild & Scenic Film Festival is a one-of-a-kind fundraiser for the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay where staff selects 10-15 short films for our audiences to enjoy. Films highlight topics related to nature, community activism, adventure, conservation, water, energy and climate change, wildlife, environmental justice, agriculture, Native American, and indigenous culture. Overall, the Wild […]

Arundel Rivers on the Half Shell

Get your tickets now for Saturday, March 8, 2025 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! Click here […]

2025 Fly Fishing Film Tour

Arlington Cinema Drafthouse 2903 Columbia Pike, Arlington, VA, United States

The highly anticipated 19th Annual Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) is back and ready with a curated selection of the best fly fishing films from around the world. Anglers, outdoor enthusiasts, and adventure seekers are invited to join the tour as it visits cities nationwide, showcasing stunning cinematography, unforgettable stories, and the heart-pounding excitement of […]

Maryland Youth-Only Trout Fishing Day

Organized by Maryland Department of Natural Resources. A trout fishing opportunity just for youth anglers! Only individuals 15 and younger may fish in certain put-and-take trout areas from 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. on March 22, one week before the traditional season opening. The areas that will be open only to youth on this day […]

Maryland Fly Fishing & Collectible Tackle Show

West Village Commons 404 Emerson Drive, Towson, MD, 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 […]

Annapolis Oyster Roast & Sock Burning

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

Join the Annapolis Maritime Museum for the best Spring party in town! The Annual Annapolis Oyster Roast & Sock Burning has roots that date back the late-1970s, when sailors, shipyard workers, and friends doffed their socks and burned them to celebrate the arrival of Spring! This year's event features live music, plenty of libations, all-you-can-eat […]

Maryland Trout Fishing Opening Day

Assessed and organized by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. Maryland’s trout season officially opens March 29 at 6:30 a.m. Thousands of hatchery-raised brown, golden, and rainbow trout will be stocked in areas closed to fishing across the state in the weeks leading up to the event. Click here for full details, rules, regs, and […]

Bay Bridge Boat Show

Safe Harbor Narrows Point 428 Kent Narrow Way N, Grasonville, United States

The Bay Bridge Boat Show features a large selection of powerboats, boating seminars, marine gear, accessories, and apparel, as well as a selection of food tracks, and outdoor bars. Click here for the full schedule and details.

Eastern Shore Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival

Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum 213 N. Talbot Street, St. Michaels, MD, United States

The Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum hosts the Eastern Shore Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival April 12th and 13th. A fun-filled tradition since 2011, the Eastern Shore Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival highlights artisans and craftspeople who come from near and far to exhibit and sell coastal and sea-glass related jewelry, home décor, art, […]