Bluewater Rendezvous

The 2^nd Annual Bluewater Rendezvous in Hampton takes place June 25-27, 2010.

Cruise from Bluewater Yachting Center in Hampton to Bay Creek Marina on the bayside of the Eastern Shore of Virginia.

Last year's inaugural Bluewater Rendezvous was definitely a highlight of the summer wth 40 boats! This year upwards of 50 boats are expected. Good friends and good times. Just boating and relaxing, with maybe a cocktail or two!

The rendezvous is open to everyone, not just Bluewater customers. The cost is $50 per boat for two people ($25 for additional person), which includes four tickets to all of the events, including three cocktail parties and a registration gift. Obviously, this is more than a good deal!

There will also be a boat christening brigade on Sunday morning for anyone that bought a boat in the last year, regardless of where your boat came from.

Hurry! Register by June 2 by calling Chris Hall Jr. at 757-723-0793.

Here’s the plan:

Friday, June 25 6 pm: cocktail party at Bluewater Pool Deck

Saturday, June 26, 11 am: depart for Bay Creek Marina

5 pm Cocktail party on the dock at Bay Creek

Sunday, June 27, noon: depart Bay Creek for Sunset Beach Tiki Bar

Boater Cook-out at Southall Landings Marina

Southall Landings Marina and the Southall Yacht Club will co -host a cook-out for their boaters on Saturday, May 22 from 4-7pm.

-There will be hot dogs, chili, bake beans, chips and sodas.

-The yacht Club with have desserts for all.

-The yacht club will also have beer and wine (what color wine goes with hot dogs anyway!?) for $1 donations

-There will be a bounce house/ water slide for the kids and corn hole toss games for all.

Festivities will be held at the parking circle near the marina office, 333 Mainsail Drive, Hampton. Call 757-850-9929 for more information.

Hampton Boat Tax is Rejected

Hampton marinas can be relieved the proposed property tax on recreational boats was turned down by the city council. Many believe the lack of a boat tax makes Hampton a desirable city to dock year-round, thereby helping the local economy of this historic port city, poised to celebrate its 400th anniversary.

Read the full news story.

Downtown Hampton Marketplace begins May 22

For many boaters, the challenge of finding fresh produce within walking distance of a marina can be a challenge.

But not so in downtown Hampton, where the Downtown Hampton Market Place will be open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. beginning May 22 through Sept. 4.

The market features a variety of fruits and vegetables from regional farmers, as well as seafood, homemade baked goods and other Virginia specialties. Enjoy live music, local artistry, cooking demonstrations, and wine and beer tastings as well. Children can enjoy activities and ride the Historic Hampton Carousel.

Admission is free; $4 charge for children’s rides and activities. Call 727-0900 for information.

Note: No market on July 10 due to the Hampton Blackbeard Pirate Festival and 400th Anniversary Celebration Weekend.