Enjoy a peaceful evening of tunes by the Annapolis Symphony Orchestra or head to the water for swimming or sailing this month. There is no shortage of fun outdoor activities in August as the summer winds down to a close.
Sultana Sails
Aug. 9, 5-7 p.m.
Chestertown Marina
207 S. Water St., Chestertown MD 21620
Hop aboard a 1768 schooner on the Chester River and help the crew set sail! Passengers are encouraged to help raise sail, steer or even fire the schooner’s swivel guns; must be age 5 or older
$20-$40 | sultanaeducation.org/public-sails
Camp Nabi
Aug. 9-11
Arlington Echo Outdoor Education Center
975 Indian Landing road, Millersville, MD 21108
At this overnight camp for ages 6 to 18, counselors and trained volunteers help kids process grief through memorializing activities, coping skills and integrative arts. Traditional camp activities such as swimming, field games and a ropes course balance fun with support. Free transportation is available from pickup points in Anne Arundel, Calvert, Charles and Prince George’s counties.
$100 per camper | chesapeakelifecenter.org
River Days Festivals
Aug. 11 & 25, noon to 4 p.m.
(Aug. 11) West River Center
5100 Chalk Point Road, West River, MD 20778
(Aug. 25) Quiet Waters Park
600 Quiet Waters Park Road, Annapolis, MD 21403
Celebrate Anne Arundel County’s rivers with family-friendly festivals for all ages including water activities, environmental educators, boat rides and food, music, games, crafts and more.
Free; registration required | aacounty.org/riverdays
Full Moon Paddle
Aug. 18, 7:15-8:45 p.m.
Capital SUP
655 Americana Drive, Annapolis, MD 21403
Not an early riser? Take advantage of cool summer evenings and watch the moon rise during a moonlit paddle that includes facts about the moon and local wildlife.
$30-$105 | capitalsup.com
Pops in the Park
Aug. 31, 11:30 a.m.
Downs Park
8311 John Downs Loop, Pasadena, MD 21122
An all-ages outdoor performance of tunes, from classics to recognizable movie and Broadway music, by the Annapolis Symphony Orchestra; part of a free series made possible by The Anne Arundel County Arts Council and Anne Arundel County Department of Recreation and Parks.
Free | annapolissymphony.org
