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Past Photo Contest Winners and Entries for the 74-foot, Schooner Woodwind to win Boat and Breakfast Package.
Woodwind's 2010 Photo
Contest
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Congratulations Denis Ahr of Annapolis!
Photo Contest Winner for 2010
Wins a Boat & Breakfast Package for 2011.
(Value $295)
2011 Photo Contest Starts January 1
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Rodney Faith
"It is probably not often that you receive a picture of someone’s wife with another man sailing aboard your boat. At least, not one that the husband is happy about, but I should explain. 
My wife and I celebrated our 10 year anniversary on March 18th, 2010. Due to several circumstances, we were not able to go away to celebrate the special landmark in our marriage. So, as the months rolled on, I kept an eye out for something special that my wife and I could enjoy. One day, while at work, I was watching a youtube clip from the movie “Wedding Crashers” and happened to find out that a scene was filmed in Maryland. As it intrigued me, I did more searching and it led me to your web site. With that being said, I saw an advertisement on the calendar of events for a brunch cruise with Ernie Halter. Now, I will be honest, I am pretty knowledgeable about music, but I had not heard of Ernie. But I also noticed the name “Tony Lucca”. With that said, my wife is a huge Tony Lucca fan. She listens to Tony’s music all the time and can tell you about his short run tv show, his Mickey Mouse Club days, his Justin Timberlake tequila commercial, etc… So anyway, I saw the name and immediately jumped at the chance to get two tickets for us both. I went home that day and told her we were going to go away on a Sunday and started giving her clues to what we were doing. Needless to say, a few minutes later (as my clues were lousy so I just pulled up your website) she was beyond excited. However, she had never been on a boat like this before and was a bit nervous. However, the idea of seeing Tony Lucca only helped her quickly overcome her nervousness.
Now, fast forward to that morning of the brunch. We leave Hagerstown MD for a nice car ride down to Annapolis. As we get closer, the rain drops start. And the closer we got the rain drops got bigger and faster. We pull into the parking lot next to the hotel and as it pours down rain, we just know the day is going to be cancelled. Although she tried to put on her best smile, I could tell that inside she was upset about the day being ruined. But we decided to hang around a bit and see what happened. As we waited around, we see the boat and Tony and Ernie along with the crew hanging out. So we figure this is our best glimpse of the day. Then something magical happened, the rain stopped. As we boarded the boat, the sun peaked through. Then, we start our journey off into the horizon, and the sun breaks free of the grey, and we begin with the most wonderful day.
That day was beyond perfect, as not only did we get to see the performance of a lifetime (and trust me, I have been to enough concerts in my life to say that this was by far extremely special – even surpassing my several Dave Matthews shows, Pink Floyd at the old RFK, second row for Chicago, and 10 feet away from Jason Mraz in a Border’s book store performance). But something even more wonderful happened, what a wonderful day on the water. The crew was awesome, the food was delicious, and the scenery was beyond breath taking. We could not have asked for a more wonderful day. At the end of our day, Tony took the time to have his picture taken with my wife and this still is something that when I look at it, even though I could not provide her with a week away on a little island, I was able to make a day of special memories with your help.
I have for sometime wanted to send this note as a thank you, and when I saw the Facebook post, I just had to stop everything I was doing to send this. Again, thanks for wonderful memories, and I look forward to coming back again in 2011."
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Lori Tragno, Bedminster, NJ
"I took this photo at the 2010 Annapolis Sailboat Show; what a gorgeous day! A sail on your schooner is always the high point of my annual trip to the show. This has become my favorite screensaver so I can feel like I'm out on the water even while I'm at work. Thanks!" |
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Lloyd Collins
"With "Pride of Baltimore" barring down astern, the 127 nautical mile Great Chesapeake Schooner Race began in a persistent rain. The skippers Kaye, dedicated to the service of the crew, inspired exceptional performance, maintaining the lead well into the night, challenged by speeds up to 15.9 knots. Yes, as the judges noted Woodwind is the competitor to best. Those privileged to be aboard, inspired by the Kaye's, became the crew to best. Hooray for Woodwind's top performance." |
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Julie Crager, Fairfield, CT
"10 Year Old, Jack Crager at the helm for his birthday!" |
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Jim Moore
"My wife and I enjoyed the 4th of July Fireworks cruise on the Woodwind II - the fireworks were great and the day on the Chesapeake was beautiful with a nice wind in our sails. We enjoyed trying to keep up with the Carnival Pride as it sailed out of Baltimore and passed under the Bay Bridge, and Captain Ken even gave me the helm for awhile. We also liked the balladeers, who entertained us with songs and interesting stories during the sailing. Captain Jen was on the Woodwind, and we passed her several times during our cruise. A very enjoyable day, and we're sure to come back again in 2011 for some more special event cruises on the Woodwind and Woodwind II." |
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Diane Rey
"My husband, Dave, brings his work team from VA out for a day in Annapolis every summer. This June, we took them out on the Schooner Woodwind. Everyone had a blast! Thanks for the great Annapolis experience!" |
George Pappafotis
"This is my computer screen saver. Clean and simple lines, ship shape, and a challenge ahead! How are we going to get under that bridge? No people in view. This is the heart of Woodwind II. The absence of humans indicates the heart of the vessel, as she seems to sail herself. The clouds are either a storm brewing or a storm pasing. Either way, Woodwind II is ready for the challenge of the storm or ready to soak in a sun drenched sail in calm water." |
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Phillip Grove, Hagerstown, MD
"My wife and I were participating in a user conference on May 21, 2010 at the Marriott Waterfront Hotel, which ended aboard the Schooners Woodwind and Woodwind II. I cannot think of any better way to end the conference and the day than by sailing into the sunset. This was my first time my wife has been sailing, and I did not know if she would like it. After a great time aboard the Schooner Woodwind, she is now a converted land lover." |
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| "Capt Ken on the Woodwind during the Parade of Sail..the Prelude to the Great Chesapeake Schooner Race 2010. It was a beautiful afternoon for a sail and a lovely sunset! The perfect beginning for the adventure that followed in the next 36 hours!" |
"This was taken just after the start of the Great Chesapeake Bay Schooner Race, Oct 14, 2010. The Woodwind was first over the starting line with the Pride of Baltimore II not far behind. Capt.Jen was at the wheel and Rai Muhlbauer on the Main. Try as she might, it would take the Pride of Baltimore II well into the night to get passed the Woodwind and her awesome crew! Thanks to Ken, Jen and the rest of the Woodwind Crew for an adventure to remember!" |
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Larry & Pat Meekma, Canada
"Gotta say that we had a great time sailing. Looks like you had fun too." |
Bonnie Schloss, Annapolis MD
"I thought this was real pretty so I'm passing it along." |
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Charles Yardley
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Emily Reyer, Chevy Chase, MD
"Pics from our awesome sail with Tony Lucca and Ernie Halter!" |
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Rick Adlesic, Annapolis MD
"On Wednesday, September 23 we were holding 5.5 - 6 kts of speed when Woodwind and her crew came blasting up and overtook us like we were standing still. You sure you didn't have your engine on?
We've sailed on Woodwind & Madeline (Newport, RI) and even though we have our own sailboat we still get a rush to go out on such a great sailing vessel....... Woodwind is an icon of the Chesapeake." |
Nakeia Bradshaw
"Here is the picture that I took on 9/17 from our team building outing with Schooner Woodwinds. We had a great time; thanks again!!" |
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Elizabeth, Mark & Nina Marotta
"We can’t wait to sail again with you!"
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Kim Allen, Girl Scout Troop 1017
"Thanks so much for a wonderful time on our recent Woodwind adventure! Our Girl Scout troop learned so much about sailing and the Moms had a ball. Your crew is amazing!"
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Scott, Cathy, Andrew and Amanda Eckhardt Columbus, OH
"This was our first time to the Annapolis area and our first time sailing. What an awesome experience. We have always been 'power boat people' but this has changed our preference. Thanks for a wonderful ride. Say 'hi' to our favorite deckhands, Scott and Ben." |
Mike and Mary Fitzpatrick
Annapolis, MD
"My wife and I are repeat sailors on Woodwind. We had so much fun the first time out, we had to go again. Our latest trip was the Friday night sunset cruise on September 17. The crew, the boat and the Bay couldn't be better. I'm sure we'll be back again sometime in the future." |
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Dawn Reed, Smithsburg, MD
"These pictures are from Saturday, September 4th, 2010. We had a great time." |
Maria and Dave
"I took Dave on a surprise date to Annapolis and we sailed on the Woodwind…the breeze and views were magnificent. We have this photo framed on our coffee table to remind us of the wonderful time we had!" |
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Jim and Lorna Cunningham,
Edgewater, MD
"This is a picture of our niece from Iowa on the Woodwind for a sunset cruse. She had never been on a boat before and really had lots of fun, even got to
captain the ship….."
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Stephanie
"I had a lovely time sailing with your crew!" |
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John Amann
"Captain Jen, we were with you for the win last Wednesday, August 25th.. We has an awesome time and can't wait to join you again for an evening sail." |
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JR Cook
"It was a perfect evening to enjoy sailing on the Chesapeake Bay on August 29th. I am reminded of the song, The Secret of Life by James Taylor. Yes, indeed the Schooner Woodward is a lovely ride!!!
"The secret of life is enjoying the passage of time
Any fool can do it
There ain't nothing to it
Nobody knows how we got to
The top of the hill
But since we're on our way down
We might as well enjoy the ride
Now the thing about time is that time
Isn't really real
It's just your point of view
How does it feel for you
Einstein said he could never understand it all
Planets spinning through space
The smile upon your face
Welcome to the human race
Isn't it a lovely ride
Sliding down
Gliding down
Try not to try too hard
It's just a lovely ride"
James Taylor"
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Shanon and Joshua Haley
"I purchased tickets for my husband's 28th birthday and we sailed on Sunday, August 8. It was a beautiful afternoon. He has always loved to sail and we had not been since our honeymoon. We are stationed in Maryland and hope to sail frequently. Here are a few pictures that I captured on the trip! Thanks to your great crew for an amazing time! We hope to see you all again soon!"
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Kim Youtzy
"The crew was a lot of fun and we had a great time!" |
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Mark & Rhonda Burgoon
"August 4th Wednesday Night Race" |
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Margaret Moses and Judd Dague, Las Vegas NV
"We had the most amazing experience on our Sunset Cruise on Monday, August 2nd! I've never been sailing, so the experience exceeded my expectations. The crew knew how to have a fun time and the onboard "wench" also brought some good laughs throughout the evening. We especially liked the education on "fan" sign language. I would recommend the experience to anyone going near Annapolis, it is worth every cent! We traveled from Las Vegas, NV and were staying in D.C. for a few nights after attending a wedding. We made the trip out to Annapolis specifically to eat some fresh blue crabs and go on the sunset cruise. Thank you for making it a night to remember!"
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Tom Lawrence, Baltimore MD
"Capt’n Jen and the crew are the best. Actually, I think Jen tells the Navy when and where to fly so guests have great photo opportunities. Grab your honey. Call in sick. This Blue Angels Practice Cruise and Performance Day Cruise is definitely a “must do before you die” trip!" |
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Phil Cifone
"I had a fantastic time on the Woodwind, it was my first time sailing and it needless to say I had a blast! The storm we passed through may have been a little too much to handle for a first timer, but I know next time I'm down in Annapolis, MD I will be taking another sail on the woodwind! And yes!, I do still have my frequent sailor card!" |
Christine de Benedictis
"I took your cruise last night and had an amazing time! It was the perfect gift." |
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Colleen Palmateer
"Mara Palmateer, and her boyfriend Charlie Kassir. The other is one of my other daughter, Grace Palmateer." |
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| David C. Lewis,
Macedon, NY |
The Ragusa's and Guzinski's, Philadelphia PA
"Thank you for a wonderful day on your schooner. It was great fun and everyone was so nice and accommodating. Would love to do it again!" |
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Jay Miller, Arnold, MD
"Thank you for a great sailing experience for my grandson Drew and Me. What a great day yesterday was. We will be back for sure. Your boat is beautiful! The best remark from Drew when I asked would you go again, was a resounding YES." |
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Glenn Shirley
"We had a BLAST on our sunset cruise :) Ran into a little squall! The crew was awesome!" |
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Alex Duhovich, Frederick, MD
"We had a great time on the 8/3/10 sunset cruise."
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Lisa Zimmerman, Annapolis MD
"One of the two beautiful Woodwinds after they crossed paths on Back Creek...Love watching them sail up the Creek!" |
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Patti Bock
"Your crew was excellent! The weather didn't cooperate, but 'magic time' did occur. This was a Ritz camera event 6:30pm."
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Jessica Becker
"I enjoyed my first time on a sailboat on July 1st of this year on your Woodwind II! Here are some great shots I'd like to enter into the contest. I am hoping to bring my family back to Annapolis for a weekend get away later this month or in August." |
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Peggy Murphy, Annapolis, MD
"My husband and I bring a different "Woodwind Virgin Couple" out sailing in the evening with you all every year. At first, my husband, a native of NY City had never gone sailing and Skipper Ken gave him the helm on his birthday a few years ago and he has been a WOODWIND fan ever since. Recently we came down to Pusser's and had lunch then sat for hours and watched the comings and going of the harbor and your two schooners from the benches in the shade with the breeze blowing by the Hilton. (My favorite spot in all of Annapolis). Here are some photos I took that day to share with you. You all and your crew and schooners are a great asset to our community. Thanks for being here."
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Mike and Mary Fitzpatrick, Annapolis, MD
"My wife and I celebrated our anniversary (May 19) by booking passage on Woodwind II for the July 11 Lighthouse Cruise. It was two months after the fact, but well worth the wait. The weather was absolutely perfect, although the wind was a bit light, however it made for a nice steady platform while taking pictures. The close up views of historic Thomas Point Light and Bloody Point Light are awe inspiring. And the friendly cordial manner of the crew was as refreshing as the gentle sea breeze. Be sure to give our sincere appreciation to Captain Ken, Leslie, Ben and Rena."
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Blair and Amanda Beal
"These pictures are from the Jamacian dinner cruise June 2010. We had a great time!" |
Alison Torrillo French
Vienna, VA
"My husband and I were passengers on Monday's (July 5, 2010) 6:30 pm historic sailing cruise to celebrate our anniversary and I wanted to submit some photos from our wonderful time to your contest!" |
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Jenn Wurzbacher
"July 10th, Sunset Sail--with rainbows!" |
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Pam Sheets
"Everyone I bring along loves the sailboats (Woodwinds) and they always have a great time!" |
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| Sarah Young, Wilmington, DE
"This was one of the best experiences of my life. My date and I had such a great time! Thanks so much to the crew and captain for a wonderful evening!"
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Gene Hamm II
"Watch your step, captain." |
Bart Weitzel, MD |
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Jon and Barb Borcik, Reisterstown, MD
"This was our second evening cruise. Very relaxing and enjoyable. Our four guests from Pittsburgh, PA loved it also." |
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Cynthia Benitez
"My fiancé and I throughly enjoying the Jamaican-Me-Crazy dinner cruise. What a wonderful experience and pleasant staff :)
Thanks for the memory!" |
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Frank Sanchez
"The end of another great sailing trip on the bay.
A picture is worth a 1000 words, Woodwind is a picture of grace and elegance."
"We have been sailing with you 4 times over the past three years and every trip has been enjoyable. The Captains and crew have been great. We look forward to our next trip."
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Cristin Shirley
"We were on last nights cruise on Woodwind I, and had a WONDERFUL time! Thanks to all the crew, and beautiful weather! Everyone was so friendly and accomodating, and seemed to really love their jobs. We had a wonderful time!! I can't wait to reccomend this to others, and go on another cruise!" |
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Matt Golden
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family and I enjoyed a Wednesday race night May 26th in celebration of
my brother's graduation from the Naval Academy. Thanks!" |
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Chantelle Taylor & Bri Brown,
Silver Spring, MD
"We had a great time, the weather was beautiful, the crew was friendly and we look forward to coming back."
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Christina Culp, Girl Scout Troop #4615, Olney, MD
"Thanks again to you and your great crew for helping our girls have an absolutely wonderful end of year party! I'm going to try to bring my other girl scout troop next year!"
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Fred Benavidez, Florida
"My girlfriend and I were on the evening cruise on May the 6th. Needless to say, we had a phenomenal time." |
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Barbara Atkinson
"We had a ball! Thanks!" |
Bill Thayer, Owings Mills, MD |
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Marites Tan
"We sailed, we joined, we will keep coming back!" |
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Jan Johnston, Raleigh, NC. At the helm is David Johnston.
"Our first trip on Schooner Woodwind was terrific! We sailed on the 2nd cruise of 2010, April 17, 2010 on the 3:00 sail with 3 other friends, one from Asheboro, NC, one from Baltimore, and one who now lives in Annapolis. It was a sunny day but quite cold and very windy - which made the sailing great! The offer to take the helm was right up my husband's alley - he was a sea captain in another life I think. He had a great time at the wheel, we all had a great time on the sail, and we are already talking about our next trip to Annapolis, and our next sail on Schooner Woodwind." |
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Your
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Enter
your photos NOW!
All eligible photos are taken either from Woodwind or Woodwind
II, or of Woodwind or Woodwind II. We love shots of passengers
having fun aboard as well as action shots of the boats cruising
the Bay.
We
will post photo contest entries two to three times each
month to this site. All entries are eligible for the Grand
Prize, selected in late December of 2010, based on originality,
creative use of subject matter, and of course, how good
they are for promotional use!
The
Grand Prize winner
will receive a gift certificate for one cabin of our "Boat
& Breakfast" package for 2011!
Mail:
1930-A Lincoln Dr., Annapolis, MD 21401
Email your photos now: Click
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Woodwind's 2009 Photo
Contest
Congratulations to Linda & Bob Fleischman for winning the 2009 Photo Contest.
The Photo Contest Winner will recieve a Boat & Breakfast Package for two aboard the Woodwind, a $289 Value.
Linda & Bob Fleischman, West Los Angeles, California
"We sailed with you on 5/13/09 and thought we would share this photo with you. We enjoyed the trip very much!"
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Susan Cohen, Annapolis, MD
"This was my maiden voyage EVER on a sailboat. It was my Birthday Evening at 56. I went alone, with just my camera. This is one of my many favorites photographs captured on that July 9,2009 Sunset cruise. I fell in love with sailing that evening and It has been a part of me ever since. I have taken sailing Classes , formal & private all summer & fall. I Spent 5 days at the Annapolis Boat show from dawn till dusk, Loving every minute and absorbing all the information. In Fact! I now own my own Sailboat. I just just bought a 48 ft Cheoy Lee Offshore Sloop, as alive aboard novice and will continue to learn to sail & explore the Bay. You guys made me fall in love with sailing with the beauty of your Woodwind cruises. RAH..... RAHHH...RAH!!!! I have had many family groups AND FRIENDS join you since my eve. this summer, to experience the Woodwind Sails....All have been thrilled with the views and power of the ride! Thanks for the beginnings to a wonderful dream come true...as I always dreamed of sailing and I am REALLY learning to sail... I LOVE Annapolis and I LOVE the Woodwind Schooner journeys." |
Wendy Deemer Crofton, MD
"My parents and I enjoyed the most memorable 4th of July this year on your sailboat. I am looking forward to this spring and summer to do it again. I am sure it will be just as great, if not better. Please enter my photos into the contest, Feel free to use them in anyway, if you wish. We are no models, but just happy guests aboard your vessels. :-) Thank you so much." |
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Malcolm & Toni Christian, Rockville MD
"It was my husbands dream to sail from Annapolis and so on his birthday i booked a midweek cruise, boy
we were pleasantly surprised to be the ONLY schooner passengers. Beautiful weather, wonderful captain and crew with an awesome view. Malcom lived out his dream and I got to practice my hobby of photography...
Thank you for a terrific time we shall remember always... it won't be our last!"
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John Barry
Captain Jen says: We love getting our passengers to yell "Hello Jack" to one of our favorite sailors out there on the bay, Jack Sherwood. His friend, John Barry, sent this photo in of one of his sails with Jack as the Woodwind sailed past.
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Patrick Brainard
"Having fun on Father's Day! Well, just looking at how you all were collecting photos ;)
Anyways, see you all again in a few months :)" |
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Amy Krekel, Glen Burnie, MD
"We had a fabulous sail with your crew. My brother was visiting from Arizona and we both had a relaxing and beautiful time out on the bay. Thanks for the memories!"
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"Moby" Michael, "Lambasted" Louise, Matt "the Pirate", and "Scooby" Lauren Kozak
"In short? We had a Blast -
CAN'T WAIT TO EXPERIENCE THIS FEELING AGAIN .... OH WHAT A NIGHT !! THE NAVAL ACADEMY LIGHTS OUR WAY HOME ... YOU WONT SOON FORGET A TRIP ON THE SCHOONER WOODWIND !!! .... "HAAAZAAAAAAAAAA" " |
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Barbara Polonsky, Columbia, MD
"Here are some of my favorite pictures from my 50th Birthday celebration June 1, 2009: Me with my two sons, and the sails going up! I loved that boat sail!!!!" |
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Carol Benson, Annapolis, MD
"We had such a great sail! Natalie learned that she loves to sail!" |
Robert Coyle
"We enjoyed ourselves!" |
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Jamie Quinn
"We had a great time and hope to visit again next spring/summer." |
Dawn Dzmura, Wheeling, WV
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Lisa Carr, Virginia
"What an amazing experience viewing the start of the Great Chesapeake Bay Schooner Race from the Woodwind II. Great fun cheering on our sister boat, the Woodwind I. I usually would not go out in cold and rainy weather, but it was definitly worth it. I look forward to going again next year." |
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Lauren & Rich Matera,
Annapolis, MD
"Thank you so much for the amazing ride it was both of our first times on a sail boat. It was also my husband and my 1 yr Anniversary and it was great to spend it cruising around."
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Phil
"Thanks again for the sail on the Woodwind this week. I had a wonderful time and it was great to see you again. I hope the boatshow went well."
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Frances Borchardt
"9/9/09 last Wednesday night race of the season, we
Had a wonderful time! Great way to end the summer. (it was a birthday gift too)." |
Denise Mornini, Gaithersburg, MD
"We, Gaithersburg Upcounty Senior Center, thoroughly enjoyed ourselves on the Woodwind. The captain and crew had an entertaining shtick, the beverages were excellent, and weather couldn't have been nicer. We'll be back for more in the future." |
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Janis & Jay Silverman
"July 19, 2009. It was a perfect day on the bay."
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Anne-Marie Aguiar, Gaithersburg, MD
"The girls (Troop #360) had a wonderful time. Thanks for taking such good care of us. Here's some pictures from the trip." |
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Gina West, Ellicott City, MD
"Wow, what an incredible way to end the day. We're so fortunate to live in such a beautiful area. I'm hooked. I couldn't believe that I took almost 250 pictures! (Don't worry, I'm not sending you all of them!) I'll be back for more and bring others with me too... Thank you! "
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Keri Delaney, Annapolis, MD
"I've attached a photo I took during the 1:30pm, August 1st sailing cruise aboard the Woodwind.
My photo was taken from Woodwind with Roxanna Roberts--a member of our Baltimore Social Group--"commanding" the wheel. In the background is the Woodwind II.
The entire group had a marvellous time!"
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Celeste Berteau
"Four pm sail on Woodwind, July 25: This is the view from under the jib as it was being raised. Hope you enjoy!"
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Deb Bokesch, Youngstown Ohio
"We sailed @ 11 knots with you and this was our very first time. Thanks Woodwind ! WOW!!"
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John Burkhardt, Zionsville, IN
"I took this photo while enjoying a ride on one of your schooners. It was taken on July 22 on the charter arranged by the Maryland DOT. Obviously, the boat in the picture isn’t one of yours but it does show the fun had on one of your cruises." |
Hugh "Huge" Mallon
"Thank you for an outstanding evening on the Chesapeake Bay. The captain and the crew were outstanding and entertaining. I have a picture of which I thought summed up the evening - fantastic. We will be back.... The big guy who stood helm with Jen."
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Ellen Huddleston
"On 7/11/09 my daughter’s wedding reception was up the stairs from Pusser’s at the Marriott. I thought you might enjoy some fun pics your crew let our photographer take. They are some favorites, that’s for sure! Thanks so much, they make us smile every time we look at them!" |
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Stephanie Burns
"My husband and I enjoyed a sail on the Woodwind Schooner last night (Saturday July 18, 2009 Sunset Sail). I took this photo of the Woodwind II as we sailed alongside it. I am submitting it into the best photo contest for the year 2009! The sailing was wonderful, thank you!" |
Anthony Brice
"I really had an amazing time on the water. So many photos! Thanks again for a great sail. I can't wait to do it again." |
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Betsy Shaltry
"Pictures from our sunset cruise on 7/16/09. It renewed my love of sailing."
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Linda & Bob Fleischman, West Los Angeles
"We sailed with you on 5/13/09 and thought we would share this photo with you. We enjoyed the trip very much!"
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Paul Henning, Annapolis, MD
"It was a great evening in the Annapolis Harbor tonight for enjoying the race series.
I live on the Severn and was out taking pictures. I thought you might enjoy these photos." |
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Lynda Sudia
"We have recently taken 2 separate schooner trips with you - and have enjoyed each very much. Here are my 2 favorite pictures. The one of my daughter CarolAnn and Duncan is so much fun. And the one with my son Henry really captures the whole experience - fun, American flag, Naval Academy in background - we had two wonderful experiences. Thank you."
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Terry Ann Wright, Milford, DE
“I have a low budget camera but good enough for my memories. The sunset cruise on 6-21-09 with Tyronne and the guys was an awesome experience and best sail I have ever taken. It was perfect weather, awesome music, great Captain & crew, it will be hard to top it. But I will keep checking back for other unique opportunities to sail on the Woodwinds – that was my first sail with you guys but definitely will not be my last. Have a great summer season." |
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Jim Quade, Virginia Beach
July 3rd Evening Cruise |
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Markham and Family
"It was a pleasure to sail with Capt. Ken and the fireworks were breathtaking. Thanks for a great sail. Caught the Woodwind from II."
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Kim Ramierez
"Thanks for a great time! Tell Scott thanks for being so fun." |
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Becky and Sean
"We sailed with you on July 3rd and really enjoyed the trip! I took a few pictures and wanted to share some of the lighthouse.
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Sophia Santillan, Annapolis MD
"I had a wonderful time on the sunset cruise with my parents, who came to visit from Texas, on 7/3! Here are a few photos from the cruise!
Thanks."
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Shonna & Dave Pope
"It was really great to see you again and to sail the Woodwind II on Sunday with you, Tiffany and the crew. Here are some of our wedding photos from the Woodwind two years ago. Say hi to Duncan too!"
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Pamela Galipo
"I thought you and the crew might enjoy this. Thank you for such a great time. I will tell all the leaders that they have to take their girl scout troop too. Thanks."
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Diane Peer
"It was a wild day, with a wild crew.. Thanks for the memories."
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Dave Hardy
July 17 2009 Sail
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Amy Mattia
"Just hanging out last weekend on Ego Alley watching the boats pass us by...."
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Ken Garver
"My girlfriend and I took a sunset sail on the Woodwind on May 15th 2009. Even though the wind was light we did hoist all the sails and had a nice sail. The captain even let me steer for a while. We really enjoyed the sail. Your crew is very friendly." |
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Maureen Junkins, Laurel, MD
"I was on your Mothers Day Brunch cruise and had a wonderful time. I just wanted to pass along these pictures of you and your crew, please share them with them." |
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Smita & Harsha
"Here are some pics of the woodwind sunset cruise me and my husband went on 05/17/09. We had great time, the cruise was peaceful yet fun. The crew gave a great company. I wanted to share the the photos, as I promised captain Jon and the crew :)"
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Pete Chambliss, Annapolis, MD
"Thanks for a great evening! You are a super skipper, Jen." |
James Erny (check out the double rainbow!) |
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Pushpinder Malik
"Thanks for an unforgettable sailboat experience - it was our first & one that will be hard to beat." |
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Noreen Pary, Annapolis, MD- Picture taken during one of our Wed. Night Races
"Thanks for a great first sailing experience - I had a great time. I took over 100 pictures!" |
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Siobhan Parker, Annapolis MD
"There's nothing better then live music
and a 74 foot sail boat! This acoustic Tyrone Wells concert
was great!" |
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Maggie
Hubbard
"Here are some photos from our fun this
summer on both Woodwinds (we went twice in a week). Thanks
for all the fun!" |
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J.C.
Waters
"Schooner Woodwind sails majestically
before Fort McHenry birthplace of the National Anthem."
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Terri
Stovall
"While our daughter attended Volleyball
Camp at the US Naval Academy, my husband & I stayed in
Annapolis for a mini-vacation. We enjoyed our sail on the
Woodwind so much that we returned with our 11-year old daughter
and some family friends for another sail a couple of days
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Enter
your photos NOW!
All eligible photos are taken either from Woodwind or Woodwind
II, or of Woodwind or Woodwind II. We love shots of passengers
having fun aboard as well as action shots of the boats cruising
the Bay.
We
will post photo contest entries two to three times each
month to this site. All entries are eligible for the Grand
Prize, selected in late December of 2009, based on originality,
creative use of subject matter, and of course, how good
they are for promotional use!
The
Grand Prize winner
will receive a gift certificate for one cabin of our "Boat
& Breakfast" package for 2010!
Mail:
1930-A Lincoln Dr., Annapolis, MD 21401
Email your photos now: Click
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To
be eligible for the Grand Prize, all photos must include a
release form for all recognizable persons. All photos become
the property of Running Free, Inc. |
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Woodwind's
Past Photo Contest Entries |
 Congratulations
to
Bryan & Nicole Zupan
winning the 2008 Photo Contest!
They won with this photo the pirze
of a
Boat & Breakfast Package (value $289.00). |
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& Nicole Zupan's photo of Marc & Dana Zupan's wedding
aboard both Woodwind & Woodwind II |
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Sechrist, Springfield, VA |
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Kathy and Mark Stranieri,
Germantown, MD
"We had such a wonderful time on the Woodwind
last summer. It was our first experience on a boat of that
size---it was a truly wonderful day!!" |
Robin Hamme
"My best friend and I took a two hour
sail on our annual weekend girl's trip. Being out on the water
and looking up at the sails was the most relaxed I had felt
in months. I framed these pictures as a reminder of the feeling!" |
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Maureen Junkins,
Laurel MD
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Elise Payne |
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Mom
So, Vienna VA
"This photo is my favorite shot from the show day with
Tyrone Wells. Like you, the show at Ram's Head was the first
time I had ever seen him perform and I was immediately hooked
too. This was such a wonderful idea and I can't wait to do
it again next year!" |
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Katie Burkhart,
Hunt Valley, MD
"We planned an Annapolis trip last April
for some of our out-of-town friends. The Woodwind is one of
our favorite Annapolis activities, so although it had been
pouring all day, we all opted to follow-through with our plans
to go for a sail and enjoyed several of the delicious micro-brew
varieties on board! We had an amazing time and still laugh
about how it was actually really memorable because of the
weather."
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Linda
and Ted Smith, Fishers IN
"In July we took our son Scott and grandson Henry on
a Schooner Woodwind evening cruise. Eleven year old Henry
(Smith) got to be at the helm - and my photo of him is now
my computer's screen saver.
The cruise was the highlight of our week long tour of Washington,
D.C. and Annapolis." |
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The Dicken
Family
"We were celebrating Brian's 9th birthday
and Father's Day in June. We try to take at least one trip
each year! We love the Woodwind!" |
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Hee Jung Hwang, Baltimore, MD
"This picture was taken from our second trip in September.
It was very windy that day and the sailing was much more
thrilling. I love the picture of me hanging onto the boat
when the boat was tipping. Also second time I brought my
parents with me and they had so much fun too!" |
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Karen
Davidson
"Left Picture is the USNA sailboats. Right
picture is sunset over Annapolis. We truly loved the cruise.
It was both exciting and relaxing at the same time. Thanks
again for a wonderful cruise." |
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David,
Toni and Courtney Gras, Aurora OH
Aurora, OH"Thank you for a wonderful relaxing ride on
the Bay! It was a highlight of our brief visit to Annapolis!" |
Steve Swartz |
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Robin Hughes, Alexandria,
VA
"I love this photo of my boyfriend and
I having our first kiss "off the mainland" We went
in June of 2007 and had a lovely day. We're definitely bringing
our parents next year. Thanks!"
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Thomas Spivey, Richmond
VA
"Photos taken on May 08" |
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Maitland, Annapolis, MD |
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Pam
Sheets
Metro Washington Chapter of the Penn State
Alumni Association
"We sailed on Sunday, August 3, and we
had a GREAT time!" |
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taken by Terersita Galarce (age 12) on September 13, 2008 |
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Tracy Ward, Nashville TN
"Thanks to Captain Jenny and all the
crew of Woodwind, the Sunday brunch was awesome! you did
a perfect job on the weather as well. what a wonderful experience,
we can not wait to ride again! PS: my son Carson wanted
me to ask for the recipe for that absolutely " best
in the world" apple cake. We sailed on the Sunday brunch
Oct 12, 08. Thanks again!" |
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Kristin and Scott Shotter, Potomac Falls, VA
"We were married aboard the Woodwind
II on September 13, 2008 and wanted to share a few photos
from our special day (as well as enter the contest!). It
was an amazing day, a beautiful boat and perfect weather!
Many thanks" |
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Jean & Ed Rodier
"Here are some photos I took during
the 2005 Great Chesapeake Bay Schooner Race." |
Cindy Douglas, MiddleBrook
Pharmaceuticals
"We had such a great time! We had beautiful
weather, calm seas, and lots of fun with the Captain and the
historic Wench. They both were so funny! Thanks again." |
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Scott Couturier
"A beautiful sunset, a beautiful boat,
a beautiful memory..." |
Ryan Knapp
Olney, MD |
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ShaLee
Ruth
"What an amazing experiance! Thank You!
Congratulations Marc and Dana! May your life together be a
wonder smooth sail. We had so much fun. We would love to come
back! The crew was delightful, and we enjoyed ourselves thoroughly!" |
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Marc
& Dana Zupan, Annapolis, MD
"A few photos from our sail on August
8th. Marc & I, along with all of our guest, had a wonderful
time (at our wedding aboard both Woodwinds). Who would have
guessed PERFECT weather in August ?!?!? Thanks again." |
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Michael
Thomas, Millersville, MD
"These were taken on June 25. My camera
club the Arundel Camera Club had a field trip on the Woodwind.
We had a grand time watching the races and came away with
some great pictures." |
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Matt Stroup, Philadelphia, PA
"Thanks, had a really nice time." |
Ric
Parton
"The cruise was really fun. We
had a great time and cant wait to do it again. Thanks." |
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Audra Agnelly
"My friends and I were on the Woodwind
wine tasting tour on August 10th to celebrate my 30th birthday.
The cruise was wonderful, and the weather was perfect up
until the last 2 minutes of the cruise. The hail made it
all the more memorable!"
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Chris & Kathy Allerton, Charlottesville, VA
"We took this photo as the boat returned
from an afternoon sail in late July. As we took the picture,
the crew yelled for us to submit the shot in your photo
contest. We didn't sail with you during our trip, but we
look forward to doing so on our next visit to Annapolis!" |
Patrick McCann,
Glen Burnie, MD
"Wednesday night sailboat races in Annapolis,
MD. This picture was taken aboard the Schooner Woodwind on
Jun 25, 2008."
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Dina M. Davis
"My niece Alexandra and I had a lovely
time on Woodwind II yesterday. I especially loved going
under the Bay Bridge – some artsy shots of the bridge
and Woodwind I and II are attached for your photo contest.
Thank you for a fun and very wet afternoon!" |
Yaro T. Kulchyckyj,
Arnold, MD
"Photograph taken during the sun set cruise
on July 17, 2008." |
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Kellee
" We went out this past Saturday evening
and had so much fun - we'll definitely be back! The weather
couldn't have been more perfect! Here are some photo's we
took. " |
Charlie
Wilson, of Montross VA.
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D.Opie
"We had the best time on the Woodwind
on June 21-22. Duncan was superb--made the "Boat and
Breakfast" extraordinary!!! We celebrated our 19th
wedding anniversary with the sunset cruise followed by the
"Boat and Breakfast"--it was fantastic!
Thank you for everything. Enjoy the photos!" |
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Ben
Redmond
"My girlfriend and I enjoyed an amazing sunset sail aboard
the Woodwind Schooner one beautiful evening this past September.
She was a bit scared at first but soon grew comfortable and
we both loved it. I snapped this photo as we neared the end
of the cruise just before the last light of day was gone." |
Mary Elliott
Jeffersonton, VA
"What a lovely sunset sail we had on 6-2-08!!
My boyfriend surprised me with this romantic treat that I
will always remember. The crew on the boat were awesome!!
Thanks guys. Happy and safe sailing." |
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Romani
Thaler (Lighthouse Tour)
"What a great way to try out my new camera!" |
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Buford
Rowland (and wife, Camille)
Shady Side, MD
"I took a few pictures at the 2006 and
2007 Great Chesapeake Bay Schooner Races. What a contrast
between the two years ---
2006 no wind at the start; 2007 plenty of wind for the whole
race which allowed most everyone to set new course records." |
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Debbie Jensen-Grubb and Alan Grubb
"We want to thank you for a most enjoyable
sunset cruise and a delicious breakfast aboard the Woodwind
as part of your Boat and Breakfast package. We were celebrating
our marriage from the day before and to have such a relaxing,
peaceful, and calming respite from the weekends festivities
was so welcomed! We can't wait until we can do it again!
Debbie Jensen-Grubb and Alan Grubb |
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Amy Kehring
"We met Sat night on board your boat...you
were kind enough to invite Greg and I from Skipjack Martha
Lewis along with the rest of our crew
on board to eat and drink. Anyways, I have a neat shot of
Woodwind from the top of the hounds on Martha when I was up
crisco'ing the mast earlier in the day. Thought you might
like it." |
Arielle
on the Schooner Woodwind
"Hope you like this photo of my daughter
celebrating her fifth grade graduation on the Schooner Woodwind!"
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Chris Rogers
"I was on the J46 , the committee boat
for Shearwater Sailing Club's twilight race on May 31st
in the vicinity of Severn River 5 near sunset. I took a
bunch of picures, including a pretty good string of both
of your schooners in action. I really liked the way some
of them came out." |
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Gary
Fowler
Hollywood, Md.
"Hope you like these pictures as much
as I enjoyed the sailing that day." |
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Devika Levy
Washington, DC 20009
"These were taken at my 40th birthday
party. We had a great time!" |
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Benjamin
Michaelson
Annapolis, MD
He was sailing on his E 33 when he took these
pictures of the schooenrs sailing in the Severn River. |
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Kyle
Rogers
"I sailed on the Woodwind 2 on May 25.
I am not a professional photographer but Captain Jennifer
asked that I might send her some pictures since the lighting
on our sail was incredible. I would also like to thank the
Crew again for such a relaxing evening on the water. Thank
you again." |
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Mark and Laura Woodruff
Endicott, NY
"We just wanted to drop and note and
thank you for our wonderful sailing cruise on Saturday.
We had traveled to the D.C. area with the intent of showing
our children the normal historical monuments and sites.
Our day in Annapolis was sort of an after-thought, but became
the high-light of our entire trip after sailing on the Woodwind.
We truly enjoyed ourselves and our memory of the day will
stay with us for the rest of our lives. Thanks so much.
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Charity Duncan
Marshall, Virginia
"We, Charity, Kerstin, Rosine (LtoR),
had a wonderful time. We sailed last September for my mother-in-laws
birthday. We had a wonderful time. We went sailing again this
May and brought the kids too. What a wonderful time. "
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Ron Baker
Annapolis, MD
Ron took these photos with his cell phone
as Woodwind passed by the Pride of Baltimore II under full
sail. Ron was sailing on another boat in the Chesapeake
Bay when he took these photos. |
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Don Janda, April 12
"Had a great wet time on your first
time out (for the season) on Saturday. Just a few soggy
pics for your file." |
Emily McAuley, Annapolis MD
"What a fun trip we all had on one of
your trips last year!" |
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The Winner for last year's
Photo Contest is.. 2004
Matthew
Parker of DC. He sent the collage to us with
the following message: "My photo collage is taken over
one hour from 6:27 pm till 7:20 pm. I wanted to capture
the feeling Lea Alice and I had for that time period termed,
"ghosting." The photo collage captures the whole
boat, the sail, the passengers and the Captain, from bow
to stern following the path of the sun setting on the horizon
behind Captain Ken. The photo collage is interesting because
it really captures what a person could see on a sunset cruise
from a 180 degree angle of the boat to a 180 degree view
of the horizon."
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Enter
your photos in our photo contest!
All
eligible photos are taken either from Woodwind or Woodwind II,
or of Woodwind or Woodwind II. We love shots of passengers having
fun aboard as well as action shots of the boats cruising the Bay.
We will
post two or three pictures per month to this site. All entries
are eligible for the Grand Prize, selected in late December of
2005, based on originality, creative use of subject matter, and
of course, how good they are for promotional use!
The
Grand Prize
winner
will receive our "Boat
& Breakfast" package during the year 2006!
Mail:
1930-A Lincoln Dr., Annapolis, MD 21401
Email: Click
here!
To
be eligible for the Grand Prize, all photos must include a release
form for all recognizable persons. All photos become the property
of Running Free, Inc.
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