Henderson's Wharf
Marina
Scuttlebutt
1001 Fell Street 
Baltimore, MD 21231

Reservations and  
Dockmaster's Office: 410-732-1049

E-Mail: 
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Web Links:

 


Weekend Weather:

Sat & Sun, Aug 23rd & 24th    
CLOUDY   
Highs in the high 70's and
lows in the mid 60's
Sat Tides: L 1:05 pm H 6:12 pm
Sun Tides: L 1:37 am L 6:57 pm

  
 
August 30th & 31st    
Click HERE for the  
long term forecast  
Sat Tides: H 10:07 am L 4:27 pm 
Sun Tides: H 10:50 am L 5:03 pm
 
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QUICK LINKS

Weather Summary

 

  



Referral Program


Introducing our new
Referral Program ! 

 

Receive cash or a credit  

when you refer a friend to Henderson's Wharf Marina.

 

Annual lease referral will qualify for  : $250.00

 

Seasonal lease referral will qualify for :  $100.00

 

Please register your referral at Marina office.  

 

Note: Referral program is  

for new customers only.

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The West End

 

Prime Slips in a private portion of the marina with special benefits...

  • Special Guest Rates in the Hotel
  • Ice on Arrival
  • Daily Garbage Pickup
  • Pump out Service
  • Guest Passes to the MAC Pool and Wellness Center
  • Drink Passes and Discounts at Fell's Point Establishments
  • Courtesy Shuttle Passes
  • Harbor Magic Event VIP Passes
Ask for Details at the
Marina Office

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Harbor Magic
Resident's Club

 

Join the FREE Harbor Magic Resident's Club and Receive a 15% discount on hotel accommodations, catering and more !   

Call the Dock Master for an application.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Orioles Home Games


8/25 - 8/28 Tampa Bay Rays

8/29 - 9/1 Twins

Info.... HERE
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Big Bay Hunt

Henderson's Wharf Marina is a official sponsor of the Big Bay Hunt and will be hosting the end of hunt rendezvous party at the Tiki Hut. 
 
Sept. 19, 2014
 
Click Here to Register

and HERE for more information 
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Greetings!

Welcome to the latest edition of Henderson's Wharf Marina Scuttlebutt, bringing you updates, news and goings on around the Marina, Hotels and beautiful Baltimore Harbor.   
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The West End - Lookin GOOD!

 

We are VERY pleased with the steady progress on our new West End docks, and know you will be too!  

 

See some pictures below - we're almost done!

 

   

 

   

When you are making your docking arrangements,  

ask for the West End! 

Celebration Party !!

 

Join us on Saturday September 13th for  our Star Spangled Spectacular Party!   Food, Cocktails and FUN at Henderson's Wharf Marina.

Call the Dock Office to make your reservations ASAP.
410-732-1049
Summer Storms - A Textbook Example

 

Last issue we talked about Summer storms and how to use Intellicast to help predict (and avoid) them. As that edition was being finalized, a VERY strong and fast moving Summer storm ripped through a harbor in CT where we were cruising with wind gusts of 54 MPH and "white out" conditions... The storm moved quickly southward from Massachusetts, through CT and dissipated as it crossed the Sound.

 

Here are the details of that squall and a look at how specific internet websites and technology can help us predict and avoid being in the wrong place at the wrong time.

 

This is the view on Intellicast just before it scored a Direct Hit on our location...

 

 

This is the view of the local weather station during the storm.  Note the Barometer falling as the storm approached, then shooting back up as it passed by. The wind graph indicates the lower wind after the squall cell has passed through.  The temperature dropped noticeably and the wind was eerily quiet just before the storm hit. It came in with a vengeance, quickly building whitecaps in the harbor which then had their foamy heads blown off as the strong wind frothed them into a wall of salt spray.

 

 

This is the SailFlow view of conditions at nearby Cedar Point Yacht Club showing the dramatic  spike in windspeed and 180 degree change in wind direction as the squall hits and passes by.

 

 

 

Here is a picture from the safety of the pilothouse of our 43 foot cutter, "Independence" as the Squall  passes through. At the height of the storm we were heeling 20 degrees and local visibility dropped to less than 40 feet. The shoreline and other boats anchored nearby disappeared in "white out" conditions.

 

 

Lessons Learned

Prepare your boat like it could blow over 50 knots in 20 minutes! Don't leave cushions, life jackets or towels laying out. Watch the various websites and use these incredible online aids to insure you aren't "surprised" by a fast moving squall line. It least keep a watchful eye on the horizon.

 

Be prepared to ride out the storm. Pick up a mooring, drop your anchor, really think twice before running back into the "safety" of the harbor if you are in deep water. It may be much safer to stay out, away from the rocks. Get in the lee of the shore or an island to lessen the effect of the wind and waves. Consider keeping a diving mask or ski goggles aboard. When the wind blows in the 50s with driving rain, you can't see!  

 

Know that squalls like this blow through quickly. Two hours later we went to a concert at a local beach! 

Activities and Fun Things to Do Around Town

Fells Point Farmers' Market - Saturday Mornings

More than 40 vendors gather on Saturday mornings in Fells Point's Broadway Square to offer a variety of fresh and organic products.   Saturday, 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
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Through Sept 19

National Aquarium: Star Spangled Friday Nights

Friday nights: all guests entering the National Aquarium after 5:00 p.m. will enjoy a special admission price of $18.12.

More HERE

  

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Sept 19th  Big Bay Hunt Party

End of Hunt Rendezvous Party at the MHW Tiki Hut.  
 
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Sept 25 - Sept 28   TrawlerFest 2014

Trawler Fest is Passage Maker Magazine's boat show designed for cruising enthusiasts. Trawler Fests feature an impressive in-water selection of new and pre-owned cruising powerboats, the latest in marine gear and services, first-class education & demonstrations, and plenty of opportunities to connect with serious, qualified buyers.

Trawler Fest is more than a boat show; it's where industry, education and community come together in an intimate, rendezvous atmosphere. Trawler Fest is an experience you simply won't want to miss!

 

http://www.passagemaker.com/locations/baltimore/  

 

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Oct 13 - Oct 19   

The Great Chesapeake Bay Schooner Race


The Great Chesapeake Bay Schooner Race features a parade of gorgeous Schooners and an exciting race through the port of Baltimore.  


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First Thursdays Concerts in the Canton Waterfront Park
 
September 4   The Hold Steady,  Hamilton Leithauser and
Among Wolves



Baltimore Seafood Festival

Saturday, Sept 20th Canton Waterfront Park 

 

 

Click HERE for Info
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On a Final Note: