Recreational boaters can get ready for end of ban

By Greg Ellison

(April 30, 2020) Starting tomorrow (Friday) the Ocean Pines Association’s Yacht Club and Swim and Racquet Club marinas will allow vessels to be loaded in slips as boat owners begin preparations for the summer.

Recreation and Parks Manager Debbie Donahue said beginning on May 1 slip holders would be permitted to drop boats after the required documents and payments are received.

Donahue said marina staff would adhere to CDC guidelines for safe distancing with only limited services available

“They are going to do fuel and oil only,” she said.

While recreational boating restrictions remain in place in Maryland, Donahue said OPA marina slip holders could get prepared for whenever mandates are lifted.

“We will keep everyone updated on any changes as we move forward,” she said.

Donahue said boat owners visiting either marina should adhere to the following safety guidelines, including: refraining from visiting establishments if feeling ill or having exposure to the covid-19 virus, maintaining a six-foot distance from others and practicing regular hand washing.

For any further information, call 410-641-7052.