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Outdoor Activities

Anne Arundel County offers ample choices for the outdoor enthusiast like biking, hiking, picnicking, and sailing. From biking in Downs Memorial Park along the shore of Chesapeake Bay to paddle boating in Quiet Waters Park in Annapolis to walking the Java Trail at the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center, you’ll find something for everyone. Bring the entire family and discover what makes Annapolis and Anne Arundel a fun vacation getaway. Browse outdoor activities below.

ABC Events, Inc
Specializing in large venue multiple day events and festivals as well as insuring maximum exposure for specific clients through events and multi-media campaigns. Home to New Year’s Annapolis, Inc www.newyearsannapolis.com and The Maryland Seafood Festival www.mdseafoodfestival.com

Annapalooza, Inc.
Annapalooza celebrates local and regional music and arts – primarily in a once a year outdoor music and art festival – August 28, 2010 with 22 bands on 3 stages at the fairgrounds.

Annapolis Amblers
Recreational walking, club member of the American Volksmarch Association. Four year-round local routes & occasional weekend or evening events. Walks in the tri-state area available to members and non-members.

Annapolis Carriage
Turn back time on a historic tour of Annapolis via a horse-drawn carriage. Meet us at the Museum Store ( 77 Main St.) or HistoryQuest(99 Main St). Perfect for parties, weddings, special occasions. Reservations suggested

Annapolis Community Boating
Making boating accessible and fun for all. We have small boats and large boats used in various boating programs for the public. Boating industry resource for Annapolis.

Annapolis Sailing Cruises: Schooner Woodwind
Sail the Chesapeake on a 74-foot schooner! Raise the sails, steer the boat or sit back and relax on a two-hour sail. Special, longer event cruises, too. Departs from the downtown Annapolis Marriott Waterfront Hotel. Two 74-foot schooners offer a real Chesapeake sailing experience for public sails and private charters. Buy a ticket, or privately charter the entire boat. Fun, team match racing, corporate outings, crab feasts and catered sunset sails.

Anne Arundel County Fair, Inc.
An all-volunteer, non-profit organization dedicated to showcasing our community's best at our annual fair event. We also sponsor other family fundraising events. Fairground rentals also available.

Cannon Stadium, Ordinance Road Sports Complex and Randazzo Ballpark
County owned and operated sports facilities offering quality baseball and softball fields for team play and tournaments. Call for Scheduling.

Capital Bicycles Inc.
Capital Bicycles is a full service bicycle shop with a complete line of bikes. We also offer rentals and tours at www.annapolisbybike.com. Pick up and delivery available.

Chesapeake Bay Sport Fishing, LLC
We pride ourselves on being a first-class Chesapeake Bay fishing charter. Our services are very productive for entertaining cleants as well as many private and family fishing charters.

Chesapeake Bayhawks
Playing their 2nd season at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium and operating under new ownership, the Chesapeake Bayhawks bring the excitement of Major League Lacrosse to this region. For ticket information visit www.thebayhawks.com or call 866-99-HAWKS (42957).

City Dock Productions
An event management company with over 36 years experience producing boat shows, arts and crafts festivals, wine festivals, home shows and other consumer product expositions and public events.

Classic Sail Charters
Classic Sail Charters offers Chesapeake Bay adventures on Licentia, a beautiful 2008 Catalina 42 MK II. Come out and enjoy some time sailing on the Bay.

Diane Knaus Photography
Customized walking tours by international photographer Diane Knaus. An Annapolis Native, Diane has photographed many Annapolis Events and been published in newspapers and magazines.

Down Time Sportfishing Charters
World Class Chesapeake Bay Sportfishing for private groups and family fishing charters. Full Time Professional Fishing Guide services and Annapolis area Chesapeake Bay Cruising. Licensed for up to six guests. Come on aboard and have a great day on the Bay! Call 443-949-8030 or visit our website at www.DownTimecharters.com for complete details.

Fly & Light Tackle Fishing Charters
Enjoy fly or light tackle fishing for striped bass and other species on the Chesapeake Bay. ORVIS Endorsed Fly Fishing Guide Capt. Tom Hughes provides everything and boarding is just 15 minutes from Annapolis.

Fresh Farm Markets
Fresh Farm Markets sponsor a producer-only farmers market in downtown Annapolis (city dock) every Sunday, 8:30AM – 12:00PM, from May 2 – November 21, 2010. Local farmers, local foods and educations programs at the market.

Green Pedals
Green Pedals opened an electric bike rentals and a light electric vehicle showroom off Chinquapin Road. We offer GPS navigation on the bikes and can help organize your touring or provisioning routes.

Kayak Annapolis, LLC
Enjoy an educational and exciting guided tour on sit-on-top kayaks through one of America's oldest seaports. The harbor and the Naval Academy will be the backdrop for our 3 hour tour that is history rich and designed for everyone- corporate groups, families, and leisure vacationers.

Marlborough Hunt Races at Roedown
The Marlborough Hunt Races will be held at historic Roedown Farm, Davidsonville on Sunday, April 11, 2010. High-class thoroughbred steeplechase racing, tailgate parties and vendor stalls. For more information call 410-798-5040.

Maryland Renaissance Festivals, Inc.
A twenty-two acre English village with more than 200 performers, ten stages, 5,000 seat jousting arena, 148 craft shops and 48 food/beverage facilities. Maryland's premier outdoor event.

Maryland Zoo in Baltimore
Embark on an awe-inspiring journey from the far north to the Southern tip of Africa, just minutes away from the Inner Harbor. Group rates available, Free Parking.

Navy Annapolis Flight Center, Inc.
Aerial tours of Annapolis, Eastern Shore or destination of your choice; tailored flight transportation to restaurants, resorts, antiquing, attractions and other local outdoor activities; charter flights available to any destination.

Patuxent Research Refuge, National Wildlife Visitor Center
Explore exhibits and wildlife habitats or enjoy a seasonal tram tour. The Visitor Center is open daily (except federal holidys) from 9:00am to 4:30pm.. For more information, visit http://patuxent.fws.gov

Quiet Waters Park
Nestled between the South River and Harness Creek, Quiet Waters Park in Annapolis offers a wide variety of family activities. Visitors can walk, jog, or bike on over 6 miles of scenic paved trails, play at the large multi-level children’s playground, enjoy the South River promenade and scenic overlook, or picnic among 336 acres of beautiful park land. Boat rental and ice-skating are available seasonally, and the park’s Visitor Center includes formal gardens, art galleries, and a café.

River Plantation, The
The River Plantation an experience as exceptional as its location, offers a waterfront resort with indoor outdoor venues for weddings, social and corporate entertaining, 27-hole links championship golf, sporting clays, fishing charters and more.

Sail the Pintita
The sailing ketch Pintita is licensed for groups up to 20, and is one of the most economic vessels availbale. She can heat or air condition underway and has an all weather enclosable cockpit. Overnight cruises available for up to 6 passengers.

Sandy Point State Park
Offering sandy beaches with swimming, playgrounds, hiking, crabbing, fishing, and an excellent view of the Bay Bridge. Marina offers 22 ramps, seasonal marina with small boat rentals.

SegZone
We offer a new twist on old vacation favorites by offering pre-arranged, individual or group tours to historical sites and other outdoor attractions. SegZone takes it up a notch and also offers indoor and outdoor competitve and non-competitive events such as obstacle courses, corporate events such as team building retreats and rentals.

SunTime Rentals, Inc.
New nineteen foot Inboard powerboats and new Yamaha waverunners available for hourly, half-day and full day rental on the South River in Annapolis. Also, wake boarding, tubing and water skiing

Terrapin Adventures
Terrapin Adventures (TA) operates unique outdoor adventure centers appealing to corporate groups, tourists and more! For a day of teambuilding and fun, visit our onsite center located in Central Maryland or we will create an adventure at your location. All adventures are led by trained guides that may include a climbing tower, zip line, giant swing, high ropes course, mountain biking, hiking, sailing, geo-caching and horseback riding while sharing environmental facts, skills and fun facts. Equipment is provided.

Trigger Agency
International Great Grapes! Wine, Arts and Food Festival Anne Arundel Fairgrounds Annapolis MD July 29 & 30, 2006 A grand celebration of wine, food and live music! Master the art of wine tastingm attend gourmet cooking demonstrations and shop amongst uniq ue artists.

Truxtun Park
Tennis, basketball, hiking trails, swimming pool, skate park, boat launch, picnic, playground, swim team, and fishing.

United States Yacht Shows, Inc.
41st Annual Sail Boat Show - October 7-11, 2010 39th Annual Power Boat Show - October 15-18, 2010

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