No Hard Feelings Cruise II
17-24 June
Commodore Don Bradbury
Guest Coordinator
Secretary Dick Breen
Event Chairman Robert Young
The Commodore, Rendezvous Committee and the No Hard Feelings
Cruise II Event Chairman would like thank all who assisted in the advance
planning for this event. Special thanks to the following:
P/C John Patmore, Welcome Dinner coordinator and emcee
P/Cs John Melchner and Don Carren, event logo design
P/C Ron Peterson and Ryan Peterson, race committee
Geoffrey Wadsworth, Baltimore area coordinator
Laury Deschamps, video production and web site
Tony van Hover, web site
Fred Hallet, historian
Jim Terry, Committee Chairman
Staff of the Annapolis Yacht Club
Staff of the Miles River Yacht Club
And finally the members who got their sign up sheets submitted in a timely
manner which facilitated planning.
A few words about the information contained in the cruise book. All
Captains, both members and guest, are instructed to review and
comply with the Maritime Safety and Security Bulletin which can be
found following the Rock Creek anchorage write up. Tidal information
provided is for the day's destination. Current information is for the mid
point of the leg. Distances represent the most conservative route.
Captains are requested to monitor channel 72 at 0800 and 1600 for
daily announcements.
Southern Chesapeake Bay
The southern bay extends from the mouth of the bay, which is guarded
by Cape Henry and Cape Charles up to the Potomac River. This part
section is in the state of Virginia. There are four major rivers which flow
into the lower bay, the Elizabeth (just out of the picture to the south), the
James, the York and the Rappahannock. Tangier Island is located at the
north end of this section. This is the widest portion of the bay ranging from
10 to 15 miles wide.
Middle Chesapeake Bay
The middle bay extends from the Virginia Maryland border up to just
south of the Annapolis area. There are two major rivers on the western
shore, the Potomac and the Patuxent. Both of these saw activity during the
War of 1812. There are two minor rivers on the western shore at the
northern end of the middle bay, the West and Rhode Rivers. We will spend
one night at anchor in the Rhode River. The eastern shore has numerous
rivers and creeks. We will anchor once in the Miles River and twice in the
Choptank River
Northern Bay
There is not a universally agreed boundary between the northern and
middle bay but for the purpose of these discussions we will use the Severn
River. Key features in this part of the bay include the ports of Baltimore
and Annapolis, the Bay Bridge, which connects the western shore to Kent
Island, and the commercial anchorage just south of the bridge. You will
normally find several large ships in this anchorage waiting to proceed to
Baltimore. We will make two stops north of the Bay Bridge first in Rock
Creek followed by the port of Baltimore.
Sunday, 17 June
Spa Creek, Annapolis
Annapolis Yacht Club
Most of us will attend the welcome dinner by land yacht. The chart is
provided primarily for our guests. Cocktails will start at 1730 and the dinner
bell will ring at 1845. Attire for men is coat and tie. We are fortunate to
have Mr. Jim Cheevers, curator of the Naval Academy museum as a guest
speaker. He will give us a historical overview of the events which happened
here on the Chesapeake Bay 200 years ago. Monday, 18 June
Rock Creek
This our first night on the hook. The main event tonight is a raft party at
1630. Raft boats have been identified so please anchor out and dinghy
over when the signal is given. Beer and wine will be provided. Members
whose last names begin with A thru M please bring an hors d'oeuvres to
share. Entering Rock Creek you will pass one of the few real navigational
hazards on the bay, White Rocks. For most vessels, White Rocks can be
left to starboard or port but the more conservative course is to leave them
to port.
Low Tide: 1356 ~ + 0.5.
High Tide: 1846 ~ + 1.1
Distance: 20.8 nm (from AYC)
Current: Ebbing, max -1.5 kts at 1200
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MARITIME SAFETY & SECURITY BULLETIN 08-12
May 17,2012
Safety Zone, War of 1812 Bicentennial Commemorations, Chesapeake Bay and Port of Baltimore, MD
Notice is hereby given for the establishment of a temporary safety zone, established under the Ports and Waterways Safety
Act (PWSA), 33 U.s.c. 1226, which allows the Coast Guard to take such actions. As described in Title 33 CFR §
165.35T-05-0 123, the Coast Guard has established a temporary safety zone in portions of the Inner Harbor, Northwest
Harbor, Patapsco River, and Chesapeake Bay before, during and after the War of 1812 Bicentennial Commemorations in
Baltimore, MD. The zone will be enforced from 6 p.m. on June 12,2012 until 9 p.m. on June 13,2012, and from 6 a.m.
on June 19,2012 until 5 a.m. on June 20, 2012. The zone includes: (1) all waters within 500 yards of any War of 18 12
Bicentennial Commemorations vessel which is greater than 100 feet in length overall , while operating in the navigable
waters of the Chesapeake Bay or its tributaries, north of the Maryland - Virginia border and south of latitude 39°35'00" N;
and (2) all waters within 100 yards of any War of 1812 Bicentennial Commemorations vessel which is greater than 100
feet in length overall, while operating in the navigable waters of the Chesapeake Bay or its tributaries, north of the
Maryland - Virginia border and south of latitude 39°35'00" N. (Datum NAD 1983).
The general safety zone regulations found in 33 CFR 165.23 apply to the safety zone. USCG Navigation Rules shall
apply while within the safety zone. Persons and vessels intending to transit the area of the safety zone described in
subpara. (1) above shall operate at the minimum speed necessary to maintain a safe course, unless required to
maintain speed by the NavRules, and shall proceed as directed by the Captain of the Port (COTP) Baltimore or his
designated representative. Entry into or remaining in the area of the safety zone described in subpara. (2) above is
prohibited, unless authorized by the COTP Baltimore or his designated representative. Persons desiring to transit
the area of the safety zone described in subpara. (2) above must first request authorization from the COTP Baltimore or
his designated representative at phone number 410-576-2693 or on Marine Band Radio VHF-FM channel 16 to seek
permission to transit the area. USCG vessels enforcing this zone can be contacted on Marine Band Radio VHF-FM
channel 16. Upon being hai led by a USCG vessel, or other Federal , State, or local agency vessel, by siren, radio, flashing
lights, or other means, the operator of a vessel shall proceed as directed. If permitted, all persons and vessels must comply
with the instructions of the COTP Baltimore or his designated representative and proceed at the minimum speed necessary
to maintain a safe course while within the zone, unless required to maintain speed by the NavRules. The USCG may be
assisted in the patrol and enforcement of the zone by Federal, State, and local agencies.
Captain of the Port Baltimore means the Commander, U.S. Coast Guard Sector Baltimore, Maryland.
Designated represelltative means any Coast Guard commissioned, warrant, or petty officer who has been authorized by the COTP
Baltimore to assist in enforcing the safety zone described above.
War of 1812 Bicentennial Commemoratiolls Vessels includes all vessels participating in War of 1812 Bicentennial Commemorations
activities under the auspices of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Application for Marine Event submitted for the War of
1812 Bicentennial Commemorations activities in Baltimore, Maryland and approved by the Captain of the Port Baltimore.
PENALTY: Vessels or persons violating this section may liable pursuant to 33 U.S.C. 1232 and 50 U.S.C. 192.
COMMANDER, U.S. COAST GUARD
USCG SECTOR BALTIMORE
Baltimore Inner Harbor
Fort McHenry
Tuesday 19 June
As we head north from Rock Creek to Baltimore we should have the
opportunity to see some of the OpSail participants as they head south.
Naval ships will start departing Tuesday morning with the tall ship
departures commencing about 1100. Please see the diagram of the
Anchorage Marina on the following page for help in finding your slip. Our
Baltimore contingent has also provided a comprehensive review of events
and services available during our stay. We will attempt to hold a race
enroute. Start sequence begins at 0930 please see race supplement for
details
Anchorage Marina
Tuesday, 19 June
Tuesday, June 19
Baltimore Inner Harbor
Anchorage Marina is located in Canton between the fuel dock at the
Baltimore Marine Center and the marina at Henderson’s Wharf (Fells
Point). It is well marked and has bright blue canvas on its small dock
house. We are getting a discounted rate of $1.75/ft at the Anchorage vs.
$2.50 at the Inner Harbor. The difference will pay for several cab rides.
There is a Sailors Lounge we will use for cocktails (beer, wine & rum
punch 1700 – 1930 hrs, members with last name beginning with N thru Z
please an bring hors d’oeuvres). The Lounge is at street level of the main
Marina building with its entrance opposite “C” Dock. Dinner will be on your
own tonight. The docks are floating, full length, both sides, with water &
electricity. Safeway, West Marine, Starbucks, & a wine shop are within a
block away. O’Donnell Square in Canton is a short walk to the East and
Fells Point is a reasonable walk to the West.
The marina tells us we are welcome to come as early as we like on
Tuesday the 19th. This will allow time to visit Fort McHenry by Water Taxi
or other Baltimore attractions. There may be only one dock hand on duty
to help you tie up, so some early arrivals may need to help the rest of the
SCC fleet tie up (stay tuned to ch 67)
Anchorage Marina, 2501 Boston St. Baltimore.
www.anchoragemarina.com. Ch 16/67
410-522-7200
76 34.84 W 39 16.77 N;
Baltimore & OpSail On Tuesday 6/19/12, the Parade of Sail is scheduled to commence in the
morning and ships pass by the Fort on the way out of Baltimore – many
spectators will be in the Park to watch! On a weekday, the traffic in the
harbor, at the Fort, and on the Water Taxi may not be too bad
Google: Sail Baltimore; OpSail 2012 Baltimore; Maryland War of 1812
Bicentennial Commission; www.starspangled200.com to stay informed
about events and schedules.
Fort McHenry: The grounds are open 8am – 5pm; Fort and Visitors Center
close at 4:45pm; $7.00 Adult Admission to go inside the Fort. National Park
Pass ($10 lifetime pass for USA Seniors 62+) can take 3 adult guests. The
recently renovated Visitors Center has displays and a movie regarding the
Battle of Baltimore and the Star Spangled Banner. This is worthwhile to
see before going to the Fort and it plays every half hour. You will want to
stop here by 3pm to leave time for the Fort and the Park before closing
time. The Fort is stop #17 on the Water Taxi.
Go to www.nps.gov (National Park Service) –for information concerning
Fort McHenry, history & culture, and the War 1812.
The last Water Taxi leaves the Fort at 5pm.
The Water Taxi Has made arrangements for more and larger boats
during the Opsail event and hopefully will be able to maintain its schedule
of departures every 15-20 minutes. There are 3 routes and 2 transfer stops
( Harbor Place and Fells Point). Boats operate from 10am to 11pm
weekdays in June. The closest stops to the Marina are #14 and #16 at
Captain James Landing and the Canton Waterfront Park. $12 for an all
day pass – can only pay cash when onboard. There is a $2.00 discount for
20 or more tickets. The Fort is the most popular destination. You should
be on a boat no later than 3pm in order to see the Fort and leave on the
last boat at 5pm.
Wednesday, 20 June
Rhode River
This one of our favorite anchorages in the middle bay area. Much of the
southern and western shores are a nature preserve. After passing the
green 7 marker you should favor the southern shore to avoid the shoal
which lies on the eastern edge of anchorage. No events scheduled tonight
relax and enjoy a pleasant anchorage.
Low Tide: 1258 ~ + 0.5'.
Hide Tide: 1817 ~ + 1.0'
Distance: 33.6 nm
Current: Ebbing, max + 1.6 kts at 1312
Thursday, 21 June
Long Haul Creek, St Michaels
St Michaels is one of the most popular destinations on the bay. It is
a charming waterfront town with restaurants, shops and the Chesapeake
Bay Maritime Museum. There will be a race enroute, with start sequence
beginning at 1000. For race information see the SCC race supplement.
The Commodore's Dinner will be held at the Miles River Yacht Club,
cocktails will run from 1800 to 1900 with dinner to follow. The attire for men
is coats but no ties. Slip availability is limited and those members who can
be accommodated will be notified. Other members can either anchor in
Long Haul Creek or take a slip in St Michaels and arrange their own
transportation to the yacht club (A list of those members attending by land
yachts is included for possible shuttle impressment). Low Tide: 1356 ~ +0.5.
High Tide: 1846 ~ +1.5
Distance: 22.3 nm
Current: Ebbing, max -.5 kts at 1012
Friday, 22 June
Baby Owl Cove
The trip down to the Choptank River will offer some navigational
choices. Most will take Poplar Narrows and Knapps Narrows and some of
the deeper draft vessels (>5.5') will want go west of Poplar Island and
south of Black Walnut Point. However you get there, we have some fun
events planned for the evening. First, we will have the Wind Scoop
Regatta in which you will transform your inflatable dinghy into a sailing
vessel. After a couple of qualifying races we will have a match race
between the British and SSC cruisers. After some spirited racing, that
evening our British guests will be hosted by yachts other than their
designated host. Low Tide: 1327 ~ + 0.6'.
High Tide: 1846 ~ +1.6'
Distance: 34.7 nm (long route)
Current: Ebbing, max + 0.5 kts at 1200
Saturday 23 June
LaTrappe Creek
Between the towns of Oxford and Cambridge, (hopefully our British
guests appreciate their country's influence on this part of the bay) lies our
next anchorage, LaTrappe Creek. Keep a sharp eye out for bald eagles as
you enter this creek. We plan to have a beach party on the sand spit which
guards the entrance, due to logistics it will be a BYOB&M (bring your own
beverage and munchies). If a make up race is needed it will be conducted
enroute. Start sequence will begin at 1000, please see SCC race
supplement for details.
Low Tide: 1425 ~ + 0.4'.
High Tide: 1944 ~ +1.7'.
Distance: 12.1
Current: Ebbing, max -.5kts at 1116