Welcome to our 2024 Gear & Gift Guide! If you spend time on the Chesapeake Bay, we know what you really want for the holidays…unique Bay experiences and stuff that helps you live your best life on the water. Here are some just-right gifts from our partners for boating and the Chesapeake lifestyle!
Gift the 2025 Annapolis Baygrass Music Festival!
Since its inception, Baygrass has delivered some of the most outstanding music festival lineups in the country, all while supporting the critical mission of saving the Chesapeake Bay. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this incredible event!
Come to the scenic shores of the Bay for two days of live music, gourmet food, yard games, a beer garden, and so much more!
2025 Blind Faith tickets are now on sale – this is your opportunity to grab 2-Day passes (both GA & VIP) at the lowest price. We’re confident the 2025 lineup will be just as impressive as ever! Tickets make a great gift, help the Chesapeake Bay, and create an unforgettable festival experience.
Give the gift of sailing or fishing on the Chesapeake Bay to your friend or family member with a disability. CRAB offers fulfilling outdoor recreation experiences for people with disabilities. Make a reservation for the 2025 boating season and we will do the rest!
The CRAB Adaptive Boating Center in Annapolis offers accessible boating on the Chesapeake Bay in a park-like setting. Individuals with disabilities can enjoy safe sailing and boating with fully adaptive watercraft. Our dedicated team of volunteer skippers and crew ensures top-notch care and safety for all CRAB guests.
Email [email protected] to make a donation and reserve a spot for your friend or family member today! Specific dates and times can be arranged with the recipient at their convenience. For more information, visit crabsailing.org
The Chesapeake Bay Boat Show 2025
Tickets are onsale now for the 4th annual Chesapeake Bay Boat Show presented by the Marine Trades Association of Baltimore County, January 10-12th, 2025, at the Maryland State Fairgrounds. The show features more than 300 boats on display and more than 100 exhibitors.
Climb aboard boats for all lifestyles: Fishing boats, ski boats, center consoles, jet skis, pontoons, inflatables and more.
Enjoy live music, the latest in marine technology and boating gear all under one roof! Visit the Fishing Tackle Pier to test your skills at the fishing simulator, chat with charter fishing companies and find the perfect fishing tackle.
New this year is the Coastal Conservation Association of Maryland’s Kids Zone with lure painting, fish printing (Gyotak) and a live fish tank. Chef Charlie from Jimmy’s Famous Seafood will be “Dockside – Catch it, Clean it, Cook it!” – with Catfish Filet/Cooking demos, tastings and Oyster Shucking demos. The Maryland Department of Agriculture and DNR will discuss the MD True Blue Program and Maryland’s Catfish Trail.
Discounted tickets available at TheChesapeakeBayBoatShow.com
Freedom Boat Club—a lifetime of memories on the water
For the holidays and ALL the days, treat your loved ones—or yourself—to the gift that keeps on giving!
Give the gift of a lifetime of memories with unlimited boating on a variety of boats and access to over 400 locations worldwide! SHOP NOW
Freedom Boat Club Membership offers the boating lifestyle without the hassle…for your favorite person—or yourself.
When you give a Freedom Boat Club membership, you’re actually giving unforgettable adventures, life-enhancing moments, and limitless joy.
But there are tangible benefits, too. All Freedom Boat Club members get:
︎ Zero maintenance boating—we handle the cleaning, repairs, insurance and beyond.
︎ Ease and convenience—arrive at the docks and your reserved boat will be fueled up and ready to go.
︎ Access to a diverse, premium fleet of name-brand boats
︎ Reciprocal access to over 400 locations across North America, Europe and Australia
︎ Free and unlimited training by certified captains
︎ Member events and special programs
Unwrap all the benefits of a Freedom Boat Club membership. Holiday Offer: Join by 12/31/2024 to enjoy a special Chesapeake Bay Magazine discount.
Share the gift of Chesapeake Bay exploration and stewardship!
Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum members become part of the Chesapeake story and connect with our region’s rich cultural heritage through authentic experiences on our 18-acre waterfront campus via exhibitions, programming, and events, while joining our mission.
Share this unique gift with a friend or loved one this holiday season and unlock a year of fun, learning, and adventure as a part of our community committed to preserving and exploring the history, environment, and culture of the entire Chesapeake Bay region, and making this resource accessible to all.
In addition to supporting this special place and mission, CBMM members enjoy free general admission and reduced festival pricing, discounts on classes, programs, and workshops for all ages, access to our Members-Only Marina, invitations to exclusive events, savings in the Museum Store and aboard cruise boat PATRIOT, and more.
The Ultimate Holiday Gift: Wolfeboro Boats Classic 15
Give the gift of adventure with the Wolfeboro Boats Classic 15, available exclusively at Smith’s Marina on the Severn.
This fully composite, wood-free center-console boat combines timeless charm with modern innovation, offering unmatched durability and effortless maintenance.
Perfect for family outings, fishing trips, or water sports, the Classic 15 features a spacious deck, intuitive controls, and a buoyant foam core providing over 2,500 pounds of flotation. Premium highlights include a Garmin-integrated 12-gallon fuel tank, stainless steel push-button controls, and a JL Audio/Fusion sound system.
Make it your own with bespoke options like refined color palettes, tailored cushions, elegant bow rails, custom rod holders, and premium accessories.
Holiday Offer: Buy by 12/31/2024 to enjoy FREE shrink wrap, FREE winter storage, and a FREE 2025 ramp pass at Smith’s Marina on the Severn (a $1,985 value).
Call 443.203.8911 or visit wolfeboroboats.com today!
junedays Tuckaway 6 and This & That Caddy
Meet the junedays Tuckaway 6 and This & That Caddy—a dynamic duo that brings order to boats, cars, and beyond. The Tuckaway 6 offers six roomy pockets for essentials like sunglasses, phones, and keys, with easy attachment to rails, stays, or command hooks. Pair it with the This & That Caddy—a portable, compartmentalized organizer perfect for footwear, clothing, and supplies. Its sturdy handle makes it easy to transport from car to boat to campsite. Made from weather-resistant materials, these collapsible organizers keep belongings secure and dry. Give the gift of calm, clutter-free adventures this holiday season! Special holiday pricing at checkout.
Further Customs Inflatable Skippers Seat
Perfect for boat owners, our Inflatable Adirondack-Style Chair provides lightweight, portable seating, ideal for adding extra spots on the bow or converting any paddleboard into a kayak. Crafted from non-corrosive materials, it inflates in under 2 minutes and features non-slip EVA padding for maximum comfort, along with stainless steel D-rings for secure cleat attachment. Easy to store and transport at only 6 pounds, it’s also perfect for relaxing on beaches and shoreline—an essential addition to any boater’s gear.
Starlink from KVH: Internet for Boaters
Starlink from KVH offers blazing fast connectivity that delivers an at-home Internet experience affordably for boaters at the dock, in the Bay, and on blue water. Working with KVH also brings a wide range of special features and expanded support that make things even easier and more convenient. KVH’s all-inclusive Starlink marine solution offers your choice of three different Starlink terminals, a complete Starlink kit with cables and mounting options with same-day shipping and KVH-certified installers, and custom data plans to suit your communications needs and budget. Plus, KVH’s Starlink customers enjoy 24/7 live airtime support for activations and plan changes, the secure KVH Manager portal with in-depth Starlink tools and reporting, and KVH’s OneCare premium technical support and warranty replacement units in advance to keep you connected.
Annapolis School of Seamanship Gift Cards
Give the gift of on-water knowledge this year!
For that favorite boater on your list, or even for yourself, Annapolis School of Seamanship offers training for new and experienced mariners. ASOS offers ongoing classes for systems, electronics, diesel engines, weather, and even the path to become a licensed captain.
Choose a specific course or dollar amount to redeem for a class of their choosing. Physical cards can be personalized with the names of sender and recipient and digital gift cards are also available.
Gift a Cozy Italian Dinner at Luna Blu
One of our favorite Annapolis holiday dinner spots turns 23 this month! Luna Blu offers authentic Southern Italian dishes for lunch and dinner on West Street downtown. To celebrate the anniversary, Luna Blu is offering a gift card deal: Receive a $25 bonus card with a purchase of a $100 gift card, cash only, in-store purchase only. This birthday deal is available through Dec 20, 2024. Surprise friends or family with a great meal and save while doing it.