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WaveRunners | Pontoon Boats | Fishing Boats
| Crabbing Boats | Pleasure Boats | Jon Boat
| Sailboats | Kayaks | Canoes
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equipment which provides you a safe and enjoyable experience is our #1 Priority. With that in mind, you should
know that all equipment is new and professionally maintained. Additionally, we are a Maryland State Department
of Natural Resources (DNR) Safety-Certified rental facility. To us this means that our equipment, procedures and
paper trail are compliant with the DNR standards. To you it means that our equipment can be trusted to live up
to your expectations so that your experience will be joyfully remembered. All rentals include your personal instruction, all safety equipment and any related activity gear. Most equipment is offered at a discounted rate for long term (1 week or longer) or multiple rentals. Most equipment can be delivered to your waterfront property or vacation home rental for your exclusive use throughout your stay. Boating safety, operation and on the water training is offered by Captain Ron, a US Coast Guard Licensed Captain. Reservations are strongly recommended in order to ensure that your preferred equipment is available. Most rental equipment requires a security deposit authorization on a credit card. We accept Visa and Mastercard credit cards. |
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| Some prefer the thrill of skipping across Bay waters at 45mph while others enjoy exploring waterway sites with the freedom of an eagle. Either way you will remember your adventure for years to come. So pack a towel, lunch, camera and smiles; we'll supply the rest. |
WAVERUNNERS & JET-SKIS
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KAYAKS
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Paddle the Chesapeake Bay's many moods starting right from our facility. A Bayside saltmarsh awaits you just next door, with beautiful wildlife, meandering channels and wide flats. The more adventurous can circumnavigate Tilghman Island while others may prefer a few leisurely hours swimming from a secluded beach just a short paddle away. If you have never kayaked before, do not fret; this is one of the easiest, most intuitive sports you'll ever experience. We use ultra-stable & unsinkable Ocean Kayaks equipped with padded seats and supportive backrests for your comfort. Each year we have dozens of first-time kayakers ranging in ages from toddlers to seniors who rave about their newfound sport. If you're looking for family style entertainment and memories that will last a life time; you have got to try this! |
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| If you've never been on a Pontoon Boat before, you are missing out on a wonderful slice of life. Running one on the Chesapeake Bay or upon our local rivers and creeks is truly a pleasure. Their shallow draft enables your access to places most other boats of similar size can only dream of. Bring your family, friends and lunch for a day of swimming, sunning, sightseeing and exploring in a style of comfort you deserve. |
PONTOON BOATS
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FISHING, CRABBING & PLEASURE BOATS
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It would be a crime to visit the Eastern Shore without spending some time on the water. And what better way than to captain the boat yourself. Pack a cooler with your favorite soft drinks, lunch and snacks. Then go sightseeing, fishing, crabbing, swimming or exploring. There are literally hundreds of miles of natural shoreline with remote beaches just waiting for you. If you're looking to fish or crab, Captain Ron will share his knowledge of a few local hot spots. And by the way, all Fish/Crab Boats are equipped with a Chesapeake Bay Fishing/Crabbing Boat License which covers everyone onboard. That means you won't have to buy a licenses for each person. What a wonderful thing! | |||
| This may be our smallest motorboat, but it sure is fun to operate. My first boat was similar in size but it was made of wood which meant several days of painting each year prior to launch. This boat is made of a maintenance-free poly material which requires only an occasional wash down. Its 3.3HP Mercury outboard motor is a perfect match. Although it won't pull a water skier, you'll certainly enjoy puttering the shores of creeks and other sheltered waters. |
FISH/CRAB JON BOAT
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CANOES
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Just across from the marina is the
entry to Back Creek Park Water Trail; a perfect place to soothe your soul while emersed in Mother Nature's hospitality.
The creek rambles on for about 2.5 miles inland, with a number of side coves just waiting for exploration. The
creek is too shallow for craft other than kayaks, canoes or paddle boats. As such, most of the wildlife native
to this area are readily visible while in their natural habitat. Bald Eagles, Osprey, Blue Heron, hawks, egrets,
swans, geese, ducks, deer, fox and beaver are just a few of the critters that are spotted on a typical day. Be sure to pack your camera. |
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| So you say you're a sailor, well you'd better be if you're thinking of sailing on the challenging Chesapeake Bay. Well...there are some days where the Bay is calm and serene like the lake you sailed upon when you were young. Then again, when the Bay kicks up, it offers water fit only for a truly seasoned sailor. Most of the in-between days are calm enough so that the rest of us can enjoy a thrilling but safe sail; so come on, try your skills. |
SAILBOATS
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MOTOR SCOOTERS
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Scoot around town on our Euro-style Motor Scooters. Spend hours exploring the many side streets both on and off Tilghman Island. Ride them to St. Michaels for lunch or across the Oxford Bellevue Ferry for a day of sightseeing and shopping in Oxford. They are easy to drive, will accommodate 1 or 2 people and you do not need to have a motorcycle license. Helmets are recommended but not required. | |||
| If you feel intimidated by a motor scooter, you may feel right at home with a moped. They are quiet running, very easy to operate and will give you the thrill of a motorcycle but without the noise and smell. That's because they are battery powered. So enjoy your tour of our island on one of our new electric mopeds. |
MOPEDS
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BICYCLES
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If MotorScooters or Mopeds are not your style, then a bicycle may be just what the doctor ordered. Considering our island is only 1 mile wide and 3 miles long, a bike will serve you well. Your only decisions are whether a Cruiser, Mountain, or Hybrid style is most desired and whether or not to use a helmet. We also offer children's bikes. | |||
| I've been crabbing since I was old enough to stand on my own two feet. My grandfather was my teacher, my sisters and best buddy were my partners. I'll remember those years forever. Memories like these are why crabbing is at the top of my list of family oriented sports. Everyone gets involved and a fruitful day provides a feast for the night. Each set comes with 4 handlines and 2 cages. For customers who rent the equipment along with one of my boats, I'll provide the gear at a discount and chart you a few local hot spots. |
CRABBING GEAR
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FISHING GEAR
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So you came all this way and forgot to bring your gear. Don't worry, you can use mine. I've equipped each tackle box with a variety of lures for cast & retrieve as well as bottom rigs for those who want to fish and relax. For customers who rent the equipment along with one of my boats, I'll provide the gear at a discount and chart you a few hot spots that have proven to be fruitful. For customers who want to fish from the shore, we also offer surf fishing equipment. | |||
| Cruise to The Poplar Islands aboard
our luxurious Pontoon Boat with kayaks in tow. You'll then be launched from a beach location to paddle the pristine
shoreline and salt-flats of the remote Islands with Mother Nature as your guide. You'll feel like you've entered
the world of Jurassic Park as you glide amongst erratically sculptured driftwood with Blue Herons squawking in
the background. It's interesting to see how the abundant wildlife flourishes amongst the largest island restoration
project in the world. Allow approximately 4 hours. |
KAYAK EXCURSIONS
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WATERWAY TOURS & SIGHTSEEING
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If you've never been on a pontoon
boat before, you really should try touring on one. From the helm of our "Limo-luxurious Pontoon Boat",
a US Coast Guard licensed captain will take you on a waterway tour of your sites or ours. We've also enjoyed doing
wedding parties, waterfront real-estate viewing and chauffeur/taxi service. Packing a cooler is recommended and reservations are necessary. |
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There are a lot of choices when it comes to selecting your end of day celebration cruise. You really can't go wrong on any because just being on the water when the sun sets is awesome. We're kind of particular about which nights we go as not all are appropriate for a SunSet Drift, but if we are going and we have room, you're more than welcome to come. We typically depart the docks about 45 minutes prior to sunset and are back within 30 minutes after it sets. Consider making your dinner reservations at a local restaurant for just 15 minutes later to complete an evening you'll remember forever. Bring your own drinks, snacks and friends for a personal party or enjoy a little romantic time with your First-Mate just before dinner. You are encouraged to bring a cooler
packed with your favorite drinks and appetizers. |
SUNSET DRIFTS
This is a real Chesapeake Bay SunSet! |
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POWER BOAT SAFETY, OPERATION AND HANDLING LESSONS
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If you've never driven a power boat
before, don't let that spoil your opportunity to explore our beautiful waters on your own. US Coast Guard licensed
Captain Ron will train you within a few enjoyable hours. And I'm not talking about the typical classroom book study
stuff. You'll get most of your training behind the wheel of a small outboard motor boat. There are no other boating
lessons in this area that offer that kind of hands-on training. We are Maryland State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Safety Certified. Course attendees are issued a Temporary Certificate of Boating Safety Education. Now you're ready to explore our waterways on your own! Lessons by appointment only. |
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| The thing with sailing is that you
really need some theory prior to getting underway. Knowing what makes a sailboat sail and how to apply that knowledge
to the mechanicals of the boat is essential. Therefore, you'll be provided the basics on land, then underway on
Bay waters for practical application. Once you are comfortable with your newfound ability, you're on your own to
experience the serenity of being under sail, no motor sounds or smell, just the wind and seas to invigorate you
and your mate. Lessons by appointment only. |
SAILING LESSONS
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