The top five reasons it is recommended to haul out and store your boat on land during winter: 1. Storing on land during winter increases your boat’s lifespan. A boat stored on land has the chance to dry out, increasing…
It's time to get your vessel ready for a fun-filled boating season! Here are 10 ways to organize your boat gear onboard to ensure smooth sailing. 1. Keep cockpit clutter to a minimum with Boatmate's Cruisin' Caddy Boatmate's Cruisin' Caddy…
As the legend goes, the winter of 1977-78 was a particularly cold and snowy one on the Chesapeake Bay. Boatyard worker and sailing enthusiast Bob Turner had decided he had enough of the cold weather. Leaving work on the first…
Whether you're shopping for your co-captain, crew, or dock neighbor, our gift list will have you sneaking items into the shopping cart for yourself! We've curated a list of 15 gift ideas—and not just for any boater on the Bay—this…
Looking for a gift for a boat enthusiast? Are people asking you what you want for Christmas? The best gifts are ones that create memories and actually get used. This holiday season, if you're looking to get away from the…
Mother’s Day is just around the corner and it’s a perfect time for a gift with the upcoming boating season in mind. Whether the mom in your life enjoys cruising, sailing, or just relaxing dockside, we've curated a list of…
The New Year brings excitement and hope for a happier, healthier you. The good news is to achieve this, we have one New Year’s Resolution that covers it all: "Live Life, Go Boating!". Herrington Harbour North knows this is one…
Send season's greetings to your boating friends and family with nautical themed holiday cards by Herrington Harbour North. Simply click the link to download your card and conveniently print it at home. Looking for gift ideas? Check out our holiday…
It’s important to periodically check on your boat on land, but it becomes increasingly important after periods of heavy rain and strong winds so we've put together a list of 5 steps to help you check on your boat: 1.…
Mother’s Day is just around the corner and it’s a perfect time for a gift with the upcoming boating season in mind. Whether the mom in your life enjoys cruising, sailing, or just relaxing dockside, we've curated a list of…
It’s important to periodically check on your boat on land, but it becomes increasingly important after freezing temperatures, snow, and ice so we've put together a list of 5 steps to help you check on your boat after winter weather…
Whether you're shopping for your co-captain, crew, or dock neighbor, our gift list will have you sneaking items into the shopping cart for yourself! We've curated a list of 14 gift ideas—and not just for any boater on the Bay—this…
Looking for a gift for a boat enthusiast? Are people asking you what you want for Christmas? The best gifts are ones that create memories and actually get used. This holiday season, if you're looking to get away from the…
Why Own a Dinghy? Ensuring you remain safe on the water is a prime reason for carrying a dinghy along on your Chesapeake Bay cruises. Having it in tow is one of the best ways to make sure you don’t…
Zinc or Aluminum? Fewer items on a boat can outweigh the importance of a properly working set of anodes. Anodes have been a hotly debated topic for several years now. Last season, Herrington Harbour began promoting aluminum anodes over the…
In the past, the United States sourced recycling out to China. However, in 2018 the Chinese government mandated that it would no longer accept recyclable materials from other nations. In response, some states and municipalities began storing their recyclables. However, many others…
Boat Shows in the Chesapeake Bay Area Stay in good boating spirits this winter by going to a few boat and fishing shows. You can go home with some new gear and gadgets for the summer boating and fishing season.…
Go Out and Explore Cruising the scenic Chesapeake Bay can be inspiring and spiritual. It provides plenty of opportunity to relax and enjoy spectacular sights along the way. Here are a few of the main reasons why so many people…
Planning to Vacation You work hard throughout the year, and you deserve to enjoy a relaxing vacation on your boat. For some people, planning and taking a vacation is more stressful than staying at home. It doesn't have to be…
Why you Should Buy Some of our slipholders have told us how much they love to be out on the open water. Whether for fishing, sailing, or just feeling the gentle waves help them unwind after a stressful week at…
What You Need to Know Shrink-wrap, tarps, and canvas are used to protect the majority of boats stored for the winter all across the state of Maryland. Recently, Senator Ed Reilly worked on legislation to help boaters understand the danger…
Fish for a Cure Results It's been a big year for Brian and Stephanie Heller, owners of "Alternating Currents". The season began with their acquisition of a new Weaver 43 that was built right here in Deale, MD. From there…
Eleven Years of Sailing Extreme boating is now second nature to this cruising power couple from Iowa. They've navigated the globe and are the first to complete BOTH the European Great Loop and the American Great Loop. The Kelly's departed…
New or Used? Buying a boat for the first time can feel like an intimidating and overwhelming process. Keep reading for some shopping tips to assist you in navigating through the boating market. Doing your homework can prevent you from…
We Make Boating Easy As we begin to prepare for the coming Winter Storage season, I'd like to offer you a few suggestions. Our Winter Work Request forms are available in a variety of ways. From our website you can…
Fall is just as beautiful a season as any other on the Chesapeake Bay. In Maryland, the weather is still warm enough to enjoy the outdoors, and the water is always teeming with fish. You can enjoy the Eastern Shore's…
Pick Your Spot and Plan Your Adventure Tilghman Island is located on the eastern shore of the upper Chesapeake Bay at the periphery of Maryland's Bay Hundred Peninsula. The island is wedged between Eastern Bay, the Choptank River, and Harris…
A State Park Destination by Boat Only Secluded, peaceful, and beautiful, Hart-Miller Island State Park sits where the Middle River meets the Chesapeake Bay near the mouth of Baltimore Harbor. Accessible only by private boat, Hart-Miller makes the perfect boating…
Live From the Osprey Cam At the top of a 50' piling, approximately 450' from the shoreline of Herring Bay, sits an Osprey platform. On Tuesday, February 27th, a crew took to the sky in a 55' hydraulic lift to…
Gifts for Kids By Amy Ford What do you get the child that seemingly has everything? A safe bet is to always go with something electronic. Here are a few cool electronic devices that don't require a monthly service plan.…
Gifts for Him By Amy Ford Why not give the man in your life the gift of health and wellness this year? Better yet, save that for next year, and instead shower him with cool stuff that he’s sure to…
Five Tips for Easier Cooking in the Boat Galley Boating enthusiasts can't wait to get out on the water because the options for fun, relaxation and adventure are practically endless. You might like to do a little cruising through the…
Something for Kids of Every Age There's no minimum age to begin boating with your kids. In the Chesapeake Bay, you can have successful excursions with children of any age. When boating with toddlers, make the trips short. If you…
Electrical and Electronics Specialists https://youtu.be/P7fEQNdXJ-U Marine Technical Services is a full service marine electronics and electrical systems contractor located at the award winning Herrington North Marina. MTS offers electronics sales, installation, service, repair and warranty work on all brands of…
No Two Gifts are the Same Buying a great gift for a boater isn't easy -- especially if he/she seems to have everything already. For someone who doesn't spend a lot of time on the water, two potential gifts might look…
The History and Preservation of Iva W The Oyster Buyboat Iva W was built by John Wright of Deltaville, VA for Captain Johnny Ward who was only 26-years old when she was launched in 1929. He named her for his…
Watch Quality in Action Phipps Boat Works is a family owned and operated business that has been with Herrington Harbour Marinas for 34-years. Buster Phipps started the business because he believed that he could offer customers unparalleled, quality service and…
