Herring Bay Yacht Club

Chili Cook-off
2022-10-22 13:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | HBYC Clubouse (rear of the picnic area near I dock)
Chili anyone?

Join your fellow club members at the annual Chili Cook-Off. Spend the afternoon sampling the various chilies made by our members while enjoying everyone sharing stories of their cruising adventures. It’s historically been a challenge for our judges to pick the Chili Cook-Off winner so expect a great selection of traditional and innovative recipes. Join in the competition by bringing a crock pot full of your favorite chili for free admission or just come for a terrific meal. HBYC beer and wine glasses as well as merchandise from a local small business, Mast & Boom, who make tote bags and other items from recycled sails will be available for sale. Beer, wine, soft drinks, condiments, and dessert included.
Contestants receive 2 free tickets – Register by clicking here.
Attendees (not cooking): Members $15 Guests $20

Chili Cook-Off

Member $15.00 USDGuest $20.00 USD

Are you ready to Bunco?
2022-10-08 19:00 - 22:00
This event has been cancelled. It will be rescheduled for a later date.

Please join us for an HBYC night of dice, drinks, snacks and prizes on Saturday, October 8 from 7 to 10 PM at the Herrington Harbour North Loft.
Tickets for game play are $10.00 with prizes awarded throughout the evening. Please register no later than October 7th to ensure you get a seat. Maximum players = 48

Cruise to Chestertown
2022-10-01 10:00 - 2022-10-02 17:00 | Chestertown Marina, 207 S Water St, Chestertown, MD, 21620, United States
Join us in Chestertown!

Unfortunately, this cruise has been canceled due to weather

HBYC is cruising to Chesterown Marina Saturday, October 1st – Sunday, October 2nd. Enjoy the Chestertown Car Show as well as the shopping and great restaurants within walking distance of the marina in this beautiful town up the Chester River.
The marina is holding slips until August 31st so if you want to go, be sure to make your reservations by then to avoid being shut out. To book your slip, cruisers should go to chestertownmarina.com and use the reservation page. Most importantly, in the “special request” section, note that you are with HBYC. Check back for more details as the timing of the pre-cruise briefing and on shore activities are not yet final.
One more thing…please click here to register with us so we can keep you informed of all details of the cruise.

Fall Feast
2022-09-17 17:00 - 22:00 | West Beach at Herrington Harbor South
The Event of the Season!

Join your fellow members at the fall feast. We are changing it up this year so mark your calendars and plan to come for a great meal experience, entertainer and bonfire. Our famous HBYC clam chowder will be served along with a Hawaiian themed charcuterie. Dinner will be provided by Pit Boys of Annapolis with a roasted Kalua Pig and Huli Huli Chicken. A complimentary MaiTai bar and beverages (beer, wine, water and soft drinks) will be provided. Music will be provided by Kurt Gibbons.

Annual Feast

Member $60.00 USDGuest $75.00 USD

Raft up for Shaw Bay Concert
2022-09-10 11:00 - 18:00
Join us for the Shaw Bay Concert!
HBYC is heading to Shaw Bay for the annual concert organized by Shore Rivers to raise funds and awareness for clean water efforts on Mayland’s eastern shore. The concert starts at 3PM. The anchorage will be crowded so head over early so you have room to raft up with the group. Grab your friends, bathing suits, rafts, libations and lunch and come relax for the day. The anchorage is also a great place to stay overnight because it is well protected. Click here for more information on the concert.
One more thing…please click here to register with us so we can keep you informed of the briefing details, where we are in the anchorage as well as anything else that comes up.

3rd Quarter General Membership Meeting
2022-09-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Virtual (Zoom), MD, United States
HBYC 3rd Quarter Virtual General Membership Meeting
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Join the Board for this virtual General Membership Meeting at 7:00 PM Wednesday, September 7, 2022. Hear all about upcoming events, ongoing initiatives and new ideas. Find out how you can get more from your membership. Provide your suggestions on how to make the club better for everyone. The zoom link and agenda will be sent out on September 6th to those that register.
Please sign up today!

Register by clicking here

Cruise to Rock Hall
2022-09-03 10:00 - 2022-09-05 17:00 | Rock Hall Landing Marina, 5657 South Hawthorne Avenue, Rock Hall, MD, 21661, United States
Join us for Labor Day Weekend in Rock Hall!

HBYC is cruising to Rock Hall Landing Marina Saturday, September 3rd – Monday, September 5th. Finish the summer by enjoying the pool at the marina and all that Rock Hall has to offer. The marina is in the main harbor, next door to Watermans and within walking distance of Harbor Shack, Java Rock and the shopping area of Rock Hall. The Wheelhouse Rock Band will be playing Saturday evening (7-11) at Waterman’s. The band played at Great Oak Landing Marina during our Memorial Day weekend cruise and was enjoyed by all.
Reservations should be made at dockwa.com and don’t forget to indicate that you are traveling with HBYC. (Note: the link will take you directly to the marina on dockwa). Check back for more details as the timing of the pre-cruise briefing and on shore activities are not yet final.
One more thing…please click here to register with us so we can keep you informed of all details of the cruise.

2022 Long Cruise
2022-08-06 08:00 - 2022-08-14 17:00
Join the Fun on the (updated) Long Cruise!

This year, HBYC is heading south. The 8 day cruise itinerary is as follows:

Sat – Herring Bay to Solomons Island – 32 NM to Solomons Island Yacht Club, dinner at Lighthouse Point Restaurant
Sun – Solomons Island to Onancock – 55 NM to Onancock Wharf, dinner at Mallards
Mon – Lay Day in Onancock, dinner at Blarney Stone Pub
Tues -Onancock to Cape Charles – 40 NM to Oyster Farm Marina, Deadrise Pies for dinner
Wed – Lay Day in Cape Charles, dinner at Oyster Farm Seafood
Thurs – Cape Charles to Tides Inn Marina on the Rappahannock – 37 NM, dinner at Fish Hawk Oyster Bar
Friday – Tides Inn Marina to Solomons Island – 63 NM to Safe Harbour Zahnisers, dinner at La Vela
Saturday – Lay Day in Solomons – Dragon Boat Races, dinner on your own
Sunday – Solomons to Herring Bay – 32 NM

If you are planning to go, please take a moment to click here to register today so that you are included on all future communications regarding this great cruise.

Cruise to Taylors Island
2022-07-23 10:00 - 2022-07-24 17:00 | Slaughter Creek Marina, 638 Taylors Island Road, Taylors Island, MD, 21669, United States
Join us at Slaughter Creek Marina!

HBYC is cruising to Slaughter Creek Marina Saturday, July 23th – Sunday, July 24th. The marina is approximately 4 miles from the Chesapeake off the Little Choptank River. Enjoy the pool with fellow members. We will be firing up the grills for an HBYC barbecue Saturday night.
Reservations should be made by calling the marina at 410-221-0050. Don’t forget to indicate that you are traveling with HBYC. C
One more thing…please click here to register with us so we can keep you informed of all details of the cruise.

Beer & Wine Tasting
2022-07-02 15:00 - 17:00 | HBYC Clubouse (rear of the picnic area near I dock)
Beer & Wine Tasting!

Join us at the HBYC Club House (located at the rear of the picnic area by I Dock at HHS) for the first ever Beer & Wine Tasting. Craft Beer by Greenspring Brewing, wines from Italy and Washington state, heavy appetizers by Hook and Vine. Each participant will receive an HBYC branded glass or beer mug. Growlers and bottles of wine will be available for purchase.
Click the button below to buy your tickets (members $30; guests $35)

Beer & Wine Tasting

Member $30.00 USDGuest $35.00 USD

Raft Up in Herring Bay
2022-06-25 10:30 - 15:30 | Gibson Island, Purdy Point, Gibson Island, MD, 21056
Come have some fun!

The venue has changed! HBYC will be rafting up in Herring Bay rather than off Gibson Island in the Magothy. Look for Coping (Bright blue 37 Formula PC with the name in yellow on the sides). Grab your friends, bathing suits, rafts, libations and lunch and come relax for the day. This change in venue reduces our fuel requirements and, for those HHS slip holders, gets us back to the marina in plenty of time for the slipholders dinner that evening.
One more thing…please click here to register with us so we can keep you informed of the briefing details, where we are in the anchorage as well as anything else that comes up.

Cruise to Solomons Island
2022-06-11 10:00 - 2022-06-12 17:00 | Spring Cove Marina, 455 Lore Road, Solomons Island, MD, 20688
Join us in Solomons Island!

HBYC is cruising to Spring Cover Marina Saturday, June 11th – Sunday, June 12th. Enjoy the pool & poolside bar or take advantage of the courtesy shuttle and bicycles to visit the town.
The marina is not holding slips and is filling up fast so please RESERVE YOUR SLIP NOW to avoid being shut out. Reservations should be made at dockwa.com and don’t forget to indicate that you are traveling with HBYC (Note: the link will take you directly to the marina on dockwa). Check back for more details as the timing of the pre-cruise briefing and on shore activities are not yet final.
One more thing…please click here to register with us so we can keep you informed of all details of the cruise.

Poker Run / Party
2022-06-04 12:00 - 19:00 | Herrington Harbour North, 389 Deale Rd, Tracys Landing, MD, 20779, United States, Herrington Harbour North, 389 Deale Rd, Tracys Landing, MD, 20779, United States
Come Join Us @ HHN on Rockhold Creek

Visit the 4 nearby venues at your own pace to capture a playing card and finish with a member and guests party to show the best Poker Hand for the win. Captain instructions available once you sign up. The water taxi is expected to be operating from HHN to accommodate those without a dinghy. Salad and beverages (beer, wine & soft drinks) are included at the party.
Location: Party at HHN Pool Lawn, Time: Poker Run at your leisure, Party 5-7pm

Party Menu from Flame and Cones Wood Fired Pizza Truck:
Meal includes pizza and a snow cone
Pizza options are:
DC Summer – Spicy Sausage, Italian tomatoes, basil, red pepper flakes, mozzarella
Air Force One – Ricotta, parmigiana, pecorino, Italian herbs, spinach, red onions, roasted chicken
Margherita – Italian tomatoes, basil, fresh mozzarella, extra-virgin olive oil, Parmigiano
Senate – Italian tomatoes, mozzarella, pecorino, pepperoni, basil
The House – Pick up to three toppings: pepperoni, spicy sausage, chicken, mushrooms, onions, spinach, black olives

(Special diet items available upon request)

HBYC complies with CDC, State and Local Gov’t guidelines for the prevention and control of COVID 19

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2nd Quarter General Membership Meeting
2022-06-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Virtual (Zoom), MD, United States
HBYC 2nd Quarter Virtual General Membership Meeting
Wednesday, June 1, 2022
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Join the Board for this virtual General Membership Meeting at 7:00 PM Wednesday, June 1, 2022. Hear all about upcoming events, ongoing initiatives and new ideas. Find out how you can get more from your membership. Provide your suggestions on how to make the club better for everyone. The zoom link and agenda will be sent out on May 31st to those that register.
Please sign up today!

Register by clicking here

Cruise to Fairlee Creek
2022-05-28 10:00 - 2022-05-30 17:00 | Safe Harbor Great Oak Landing Marina, 22170 Great Oak Landing Road, Chestertown, MD, 21620
Join us for Memorial Day Weekend in Fairlee Creek!

HBYC is cruising to Safe Harbor Great Oaks Landing Marina Saturday, May 28th – Monday, May 30th. Kick off the cruising season by enjoying the pool, the beach, Jellyfish Joels Beach Bar and the Landing Restaurant at this full service marina that also has a 9 hole executive golf course.
The marina is not holding slips so please RESERVE YOUR SLIP NOW to avoid being shut out. Reservations should be made at dockwa.com and don’t forget to indicate that you are traveling with HBYC. (Note: the link will take you directly to the marina on dockwa). Check back for more details as the timing of the pre-cruise briefing and on shore activities are not yet final.
One more thing…please click here to register with us so we can keep you informed of all details of the cruise.

2022 Opening Day
2022-05-21 18:30 - 22:30 | Herrington Harbour South, 7155 Lake Shore Drive, Friendship, MD, 20758, United States, Herrington Harbour South, 7155 Lake Shore Drive, Friendship, MD, 20758, United States
Come Join Us for Opening Day!

Plan to attend with other members and guests in our first seasonal party to celebrate the opening of the annual boating season. Meet new members and prospective members as we offer a traditional “Blessing of The Fleet & Firing of the Cannon”. Live music and beverages included.
Menu:
Charcuterie Appetizers
Louisiana Crawfish Boil Sampling

Dinner Catered by Chesapeake Deli & Grille
All Beef Hot Dogs and Angus Burgers
Cole Slaw
Corn On the Cob
(Special diet items available upon request}

HBYC complies with CDC, State and Local Gov’t guidelines for the prevention and control of COVID 19

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Change of Watch
2022-04-03 11:00 - 14:00 | Carrol’s Creek Cafe, 410 Severn Ave, Annapolis, MD, 21403
Come Join Us for Our First Event of The Season!
Please join Commodore Gregg Borchelt and his leadership team for a Sunday Lunch celebration at Carrols Creek Café in Annapolis, April 3rd, 2022. The Change of Watch represents a rotation in leadership amongst the HBYC Board members. The Commodore and the leadership team will share the cruise schedule and land events that will pilot the club for a successful 2022 boating season.
Location: Carrol’s Creek Cafe 410 Severn Ave, Annapolis, MD 21403
Time: 11:00 to 2:00
Lunch Menu (with hosted bar)
(Special diet items available upon request)
Cost: $35 Members, $40 Guests (parking is included)
HBYC complies with CDC, State and Local Gov’t guidelines for the prevention and control of COVID 19

Change of Watch

Member $35.00 USDGuest $40.00 USD

1st Quarter General Membership Meeting
2022-03-12 09:30 - 11:30
Join us for the 1st Quarter Board & General Membership Meeting
This virtual meeting will be held Saturday, March 12th from 9:30AM – 11:30AM. The proposed land and cruise events as well as the annual budget will be discussed and voted upon. The link to the meeting will be sent out on Friday, March 11th to all those that register.
Click here to register.

HBYC General Membership Meeting
2021-12-04 14:00 - 17:00 | Virtual (Zoom), MD, United States
HBYC General Membership Meeting
Saturday, December 4, 2021
2:00pm to 5pm

Join the Board at Happy Harbor Restaurant for the General Membership Meeting on December 4, 2021. Bylaw changes will be voted on and the results of the election for 2022 Board Members will be announced. Appetizers will be provided by the Club. Members purchase their own drinks.
Please sign up today!

Register HERE

Turkey Fry
2021-11-20 14:00 - 17:00 | Pavillion at Herrington Harbour South, 7149 Lake Shore Dr, Friendship, MD, 20758, United States, Herrington Harbour South, 7149 Lake Shore Dr, Friendship, MD, 20758, United States
HBYC Turkey Fry
Saturday, November 20, 2021
This annual tradition gives us the opportunity to share our good fortune with the hungry living near Herring Bay. Starting at 1 PM, dedicated fryers will set up at the HHS marina clubhouse near the K dock bath house. Attending members and guests will join at 2 PM, bringing side dishes to share and a cash donation. Beverages are provided by the Club. Join us and help those in need

Please register HERE

Chili Cook-Off
2021-10-23 13:00 - 17:00 | Pavillion at Herrington Harbour South, 7149 Lake Shore Dr, Friendship, MD, 20758, United States, Herrington Harbour South, 7149 Lake Shore Dr, Friendship, MD, 20758, United States
Chili Cook-Off
October 23, 2021
This annual tradition brings together the best chili recipes from participating members for judging and prizes. Starting at 12 PM, members participating as cookers will set up at the HHS marina clubhouse near the K dock bath house. Contestants come for free! Attending members and guests will join at 1 PM to taste of each chilis and vote on a Club favorite. Side dishes and beverages are provided by the Club. Join us and see if you can stand the heat!
Contestants sign up HERE!

Members $15 / Guests $25

Chili Cookoff 2021

Members $15.00 USDGuests $25.00 USD

St. Michaels Harbour Inn, Marina & Spa Cruise
2021-10-09 09:00 - 2021-10-11 17:00 | St. Michael’s Inn Marina, 101 N Harbor Road, St. Michaels, Maryland, St. Michael’s Inn Marina, 101 N Harbor Road, St. Michaels, Maryland
Cruise to St Michaels for the Italian Festival
October 9th – October 11th
Distance: Approximately 23 nm from HHS
Make your reservation now for St. Michael’s Inn Marina as slips for this weekend fill up fast. If you are planning to close out the cruising season with us.

Please make sure you register https://hbyc.org/event/st-michaels-harbour-inn-marina-spa-2/ and contact the Marina 410-745-9001 to reserve your slip or reserve your slip on the web at https://www.harbourinn.com/…/boat-slip-reservation…/.

Make sure you let them know you are with HBYC!
Looking forward to seeing everyone there!

Cruise to St Michaels for the Italian Festival
October 9th – October 11th
Distance: Approximately 23 nm from HHS

Please register HERE

Lobster & Clambake
2021-09-25 16:00 - 22:00 | Pavillion at Herrington Harbour South, 7149 Lake Shore Dr, Friendship, MD, 20758, United States, Herrington Harbour South, 7149 Lake Shore Dr, Friendship, MD, 20758, United States
LOBSTER & CLAMBAKE
September 25, 2021
This fabulous event is held on Saturday, September 25th from 4:00-10:00 pm on the west beach of HHS. Festivities start with a seafood extravaganza cooked by our head chef and Rear Commodore, Jeff Wyvill, and his selected cooking crew. This extravaganza includes beer and wine, our traditional new England clam chowder made fresh by the ladies of HBYC and Lobsters, clams, fresh fish, corn and potatoes are served just before 5 under a big tent on the beach. There will be a band and plenty of dancing!

Lobster 2021

Members $60.00 USDGuests $75.00 USD

HBYC General Membership Meeting
2021-09-18 09:30 - 11:30
HBYC General Membership Meeting
Saturday, September 18, 2021
9:30-11:30 AM

Join the Board for a Virtual General Membership Meeting on September 18, 2021. If you have any questions, please contact secretary@HBYC.org. More Details to Follow.

Please Register HERE

Cruise to Bay Bridge Marina
2021-09-04 09:30 - 2021-09-06 17:00 | Bay Bridge Marina, 357 Pier 1 Road, Stevensonville, MD, 21666
HBYC Cruise to Bay Bridge Marina
Labor Day Weekend
September 4th – September 6th
Slip fees: $3.00 per foot; $7.00 for 30 amp electricity, $14 for 50 amp.
Please make your slip reservation by calling the marina on 410-643-3162 or booking on Dockwa.
Be sure to note that you are with the Herring Bay Yacht Club.
The current agenda includes: Welcome party on Saturday (byob and appetizers to share), Sunday morning pot-luck brunch, Sunday dinner reservations at Hemingway’s, the on-site restaurant.
Please register HERE to get all the details and logistics of this cruise.

Dobbins Island Raft Up
2021-08-28 11:00 - 17:00
Raft Up – Dobbins Island (Magothy River)
Saturday, August 28, 2021
More Details to Follow.
Hope to see you there!!!
Please register HERE

Poker Run and Party
2021-08-21 16:00 - 19:00 | Pavillion at Herrington Harbour South, 7149 Lake Shore Dr, Friendship, MD, 20758, United States, Herrington Harbour South, 7149 Lake Shore Dr, Friendship, MD, 20758, United States
HBYC Poker Run and Party
August 21, 2021
Clubhouse at HHS near K Dock
Poker Run in the Afternoon
Party at 4pm
Poker Run starting at noon. Party starts at 4pm. For the Poker Run you will pick up your cards at restaurants and bars in Deale. You get the last card at the Party. The party will have hors d’oeuvres and beverages. Members $15.00; Guests $20.00. Poker Run entry fee $5.00.
At 5:00pm the winner of the auction for the wine refrigerator will be announced.

Members $15; Guests $20

Poker Run & Party

Option 1 $15.00 USDOption 2 $20.00 USD

HBYC Long Cruise - August 7-15
2021-08-07 08:00 - 2021-08-15 17:00 | Maryland, Maryland
2021 Long Cruise
August 7th – August 15th
Stops in Sassafras River, Chesapeake City, Cape May (optional), Delaware City, Havre de Grace, and Baltimore.
The itinerary for the August 7 – 15 Long Cruise is as follows:
August 7 – Cruise 58 miles to Georgetown on the Sassafras River, stay at Skipjack Cove Marina
August 8 – Cruise 20 miles to Chesapeake City, stay at Chesapeake Inn, Restaurant and Marina
August 9 – Cruise 73 miles to Cape May NJ, stay at Canyon Club Resort Marina (or stay at Chesapeake Inn)
August 10, 11 – Stay at Canyon Club Resort (or cruise 13 miles to Delaware City, stay at Delaware City Marina)
August 12 – Cruise 62 miles to Delaware City, stay at Delaware City Marina (or stay at Delaware City Marina)
August 13 – Cruise 35 miles to Havre De Grace, stay at Tidewater Marina
August 14 – Cruise to Tolchester, MD, stay at Tolchester Marina
August 15 – Cruise 42 miles back to HHS
The Club is working with the marinas to block slips for our use. To do this, we need your help. Whether you plan to go on the whole cruise including Cape May, choose not to go to Cape May (opt to stay in Chesapeake City and Delaware City), or plan to do one or more weekends, it is important that you register with us as soon as possible. Once we have blocked the slips, you will need to make your own reservations.
Please register HERE with HBYC so you get ALL the details and can be included in ALL dinner reservations and activities.

Oxford Cruise
2021-07-24 09:00 - 2021-07-25 17:00 | Safe Harbor Oxford, 402 East Strand, Oxford, 21654, United States
HBYC Cruise to Safe Harbor Oxford Marina
Saturday, July 24th – Sunday, July 25th
Please call 410-226-5450 for slip reservation or book on Dockwa
$2.75/foot
$7.50/30 amp, $15/50 amp or 2/30 amp shore power.
Saturday Pre Cruise Brief 10:00 am
Saturday arrival around 2:00 – 4:00 pm
Happy hour at 4:00 on Saturday and dinner at Capsize at 6:00.
Please click HERE to register with us so we can keep you informed of all details of the cruise.

Ice Cream Social
2021-07-11 12:00 - 14:00 | Pavillion at Herrington Harbour South, 7149 Lake Shore Dr, Friendship, MD, 20758, United States, Herrington Harbour South, 7149 Lake Shore Dr, Friendship, MD, 20758, United States
July 11, 2021
Noon to 2pm
Join members for a special treat on Sunday, July 11. An Ice Cream Social will be held at Herrington Harbour South, West Beach, from noon to 2:00. There will be syrups and other toppings to create your social sundae. Games such as cornhole, horse shoes and badminton will be available. The cost is a mere $5.00 per person. This would make a nice ending to a weekend at the marina.

Members $5

Ice Cream Social

Members $5.00 USD
