Join us for an evening sail on the Lady Maryland. Here is your chance to learn a bit about sailing as well as engage in hands-on marine science from our friends at the Living Classroom Foundation. Activities will include water quality testing, plankton trawling with microscope exploration, trawl fishing for marine life, oyster dissection, birding, setting sail, and steering the ship. Bring a light dinner and beverage: alcohol is allowed, too.
The Lady Maryland is a replica of a pungy schooner, originally built in Maryland and Virginia between 1840 and 1880. Pungies were a significant development in vessel design, uniquely adapted for carrying perishable cargo on the Chesapeake Bay. Pungies have a hull shape similar to the famous Baltimore Clippers making them extremely fast, an important asset when delivering cargo. The Lady Maryland was built in 1986 to provide a hands-on opportunity to sail a historic vessel and learn about the ecology, history, and economics of the Bay.
Our time will be spent touring the Inner Harbor and Fort McHenry. In addition to the science, the crew is very knowledgeable about Baltimore sights and local history, and they love to share stories with guests.
Ages 18 and up.
Remember
- Everyone must sign a liability waiver for Living Classroom. It will be emailed to all participants.
- Temperatures drop when out on the water, especially in the evening.
- Bring drinks and a light dinner. An ice chest will be available.
- Allow plenty of time to park in the garage, walk to the dock, and check in. The ship leaves promptly at 530 pm.
- A restroom is available onboard.
NEW – Payment and Cancellation Policy: Payment is due online at the time of registration. Cancellations made seven or more days in advance of the event will receive a refund minus a 5% processing fee. Cancellations made within seven days of the event will not receive a refund. Events and field trips with fees of $10 or less are not refundable at any time unless canceled by NHSM. NHSM retains the right to update or change these requirements at any time.
For questions, please email Jayne at JAsh@marylandnature.org.