Annapolis Part 3: A few Boats

Annapolis is known for it's boating.  There are large in-water boat shows there that draw large crowds.  As I mentioned in the previous posts  Ego Alley has quite a display, our last visit was no exception.


You saw this in the "Ducks" post, but I liked the contrast of the Zodiak against the 20+ ft boats in the background.

 Wooden boats always capture my attention, especially when well cared for.

The boat below, Bear and her sister Bull were on display.  They are replicas of 1860's "Sandbaggers" which had huge sail areas for their hull lengths.  They are pure thoroughbred racing machines.  You can learn more about them here.

The rigging and tackle fascinated me -  I'm an engineering dork after all.











You may get an idea of just how long the boom and bowsprit are!

I just liked the 'lines' in this shot.

 The photo below frames one of the larger boats that evening that takes passengers out.  It looks like a great time.  You can also notice the red and white towers on the right.  I'm told they were used for Naval communications.  The Wiki article doesn't have references, but may be a place to learn more about them.  You can also catch a glimpse of the Bay Bridge.

 There was apparently a distress call from a boat in the harbor, but fortunately there wasn't any great peril, and this officer is returning to dock.

A Catboat exiting Ego Alley.


And last, the yacht below was HUGE!  Docked well into the Alley close to the city.  I'm not really sure just how long it was..60ft.. more?  It had two Wave Runners and a Rib on the upper aft deck!!!

I liked the fact that a rower was along side in the shot.


I may have a few more 'random' shots I'll post later.

Blessings,
Brian