Visit Chesapeake Bay Events

The Reedville Fishermen’s Museum joins the Tidewater Chapter of the Antique and Classic Boat Society to present their 6th Annual Antique & Classic Boat Show, September 11 - 13th.

Most of the boats will arrive on Friday and depart on Sunday, so the major events take place on Saturday the 12th from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. in Reedville.
The highlight of the show promises to be the spectacular Annual Classic Boat Parade. The parade is scheduled for Saturday at 3:00 p.m. and features the finest classic boats from across the region.

Entrants should book early, as dock and land display space is limited. For flea market sales space or boat registration and info contact Clif Ames by Email: macames@keyisp.com

Don’t miss this wonderful family event! Make your plans now to attend. For more information, call the Reedville Fishermen’s Museum at 804.453.6529.

Join the premier bicycling event in the Northern Neck. Four different trail rides for riders of all ages. Ride with five hundred other riders in bicycling flat, rural Northern Neck, located between the Potomac and Rappahannock Rivers. Never too far from water, the Northern Neck features quiet and picturesque roadways for cycling. Various routes are available on the Northern Neck RiverRide, so that you can choose the mileage you desire.

All routes have fully-supported rest stops, route signage and SAG support. Routes open at 7:30 am and close at 5 pm.

The Northern Neck RiverRide Tour Book that you receive at registration will have a color map and complete details on all of the rides available. Be sure to attend orientation when you arrive.
Edie Jett. info@lancasterva.com. 804-435-6092

Registration information:RiverRide.org

Crafts, rides, parade, food, vendors. Family fun on the grounds of Rappahannock Community College in Warsaw.
Sponsored by the Warsaw Richmond County Chamber of Commerce. 804-333-3737

Rockfish, Bluefish and Bounty Trout (specks or grey)
1st, 2nd places for Rockfish & Bluefish plus 1st place for Trout.
Northern Neck Anglers Club.
804-730-7877
See website

Annual Rockfish Tournament. Colonial Beach. Carey Geddes 804-224-5000 or 804-224-4145.

Colonial Beach Chamber of Commerce

Rockfish (Striped Bass) only. For 4 weekends
1st, 2nd & 3rd places for each weekend plus largest fish overall.

Northern Neck Anglers Club.
804-730-7877

See website

Smith Point Marina is a check-in station for the two day Derby which has over $34,000 in prizes. Many prize categories for Rock Fish, Blue Fish, and Croaker also include ladies, youth, and daily prizes. Details at smithpointsearescue.com

Smith Point Sea Rescue, Inc. is a volunteer sea rescue service which covers the middle Chesapeake Bay between the Potomac River and the Rappahannock River. All members are volunteers.

WSVFD Waterfowl Festival. White Stone Firehouse, Saturday 10-6, Sunday 10-4. For more info on Friday night preview, visit www.rrws.org or call 804.435.6355

A unique art festival showcasing all forms of wildfowl art. Original paintings, prints, carvings of life-size and miniature birds of all kinds, decoys for display or hunting, antique decoys, exquisite bronze sculptures, and handcrafted jewelry are all available to purchase or enjoy viewing.

Exhibitors come from Vermont to Florida and most exhibitors return each year. New exhibitors are selected who enhance the reputation of a high quality art show.

The show is sponsored by the White Stone Volunteer Fire Department and all proceeds benefit the operating expenses of the fire department. Many visitors are amazed that a rural fire department hosts such a first-rate art exhibition.

Located in the small town of White Stone, which is on the Rappahannock River, near the Chesapeake Bay, the Rappahannock River Waterfowl Show has become a popular destination for art enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. Recent shows have had attendance of over 3,000 people.
Friday night there is a Preview Night Gala - advanced tickets required.
Hours:Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
$8 admission, Children under 12 are admitted free
website
e-mail info@RRWS.org
Call 804.435.6355

Celebrate the arrival of spring with a bike tour through the backroads of Mathews County along the Chesapeake Bay, the East River and the North River. Registration begins Friday, May 16, 2008 with the main ride on Saturday, May 17. Stay the night and enjoy a “no frills” ride on Sunday and explore Mobjack Bay and Gwynn’s Island.

Enjoy scenic lanes winding down forgotten coves or pedal in and out of bountiful salt marshes instead of traffic. Consider bringing your canoe or kayak for a pedal/paddle weekend.

On Saturday May 17th come to a Block Party sponsored by the community. Enjoy music on the old court house green, sample foods from the hometown vendors or just strool the village. There is plenty to see!

Date: Open Daily
Friday, May 15, 2009 - Sunday, May 17, 2009

Admission Fee: $
Children Welcome

804 725-4229

Email:
mcvic@visitmathews.com

(804) 725-4229
Mathews County - A great place to ride -
See bikechesapeake.org for registration details.

1.5k Swim ~ 26mi Bike ~ 10k Run Presented by 3 Sports Endure - Richmond Multisports
Starts at 8AM

Pre-register for race at website

Northern Neck Audubon Society Bird Walk. See northernneckaudubon.org for details.