The 4th of July represents our Declaration of Independence from Great Britain and the birth of our nation and its values. With family being one of our core values, it’s no wonder we spend the holiday celebrating with our loved ones. In Ocean City, the beach is the main venue for celebrating our nation’s independence. With 10 miles of sand and ocean at your disposal, a variety of attractions and things to do, and a spectacular fireworks show and concert in the evening, the weather did not damper your fun this 4th of July weekend. We asked for your 4th of July photos and you delivered. We’d love to see your photos. Just visit our ‘submit your photos’ page. Keep submitting your pictures for a chance to win a free two-night stay at the Grand Hotel & Spa!
With July 4th upon us, Ocean City, Md is primed for one of its biggest annual celebrations. To help celebrate, OceanCity.com and the Grand Hotel are teaming up to give you a chance to win a free 2 nights stay! For your chance to win, visit OceanCity.com/Submit and share your favorite photos from July 4th in OCMD. Winner will be announced next Friday on our Facebook page.
Here are the rest of your holiday weekend highlights:
– As always, the Town of Ocean City is committed to giving you an Independence Day celebration you’ll never forget. You can catch a free concert followed by eye-popping fireworks displays at 2 locations- the beach at N. Division St. and Northside Park– beginning at 8pm. If one day of fireworks isn’t enough, Ocean City will also have beach fireworks on Monday and Tuesday nights.
-When it comes to July 4th in Ocean City, Seacrets is a tradition as time honored as fireworks and crab feasts. This year will be no different as Ocean City’s most iconic bar will hold an all day celebration complete with a fireworks extravaganza of its own. As it tends to do on holiday weekends, Seacrets is likely to fill up fast, so make sure you get there early if you want a spot in the bay.
– Fish Tales will be home to yet another American tradition as the 8th annual July 4th Hotdog Eating Contest takes place at 1pm. Participants have had the chance to qualify over the past few weeks, now see who can eat the most hotdogs in 10 minutes and take home the Ocean City title.
Your own piece of paradise awaits you in these Paradise Plaza photos. On the Boardwalk at 9th Street, it really is in the center of everything. The views from the balconies are amazing, with the beach just steps away. A relaxing pool offers an alternative to the beach, and the 9th Street Taphouse Bar and Grille is onsite offering breakfast, lunch and dinner with its exciting menu and daily happy hour. Walk to all the entertainment the Boardwalk has to offer or people watch from your balcony. Your little piece of paradise while staying in Ocean City Maryland.
The Grand Hotel and Spa, on the Boardwalk at 21st Street, has spectacular views of the Ocean City Boardwalk, Atlantic Ocean and Assawoman Bay. Just steps away from the beach, there is also an indoor as well as an outdoor pool, fitness center, onsite spa and game room to keep everyone in the family happily occupied. Check out 21 Photos of The Grand Hotel.
The members of the Ocean City Beach Patrol spend the summer vigorously training, attending mandatory safety meetings, and manning life guard stands to protect our visitors while they enjoy our beaches and ocean. Each Beach Patrol crew operates as a team to man the 5 or 6 lifeguard stands on its assigned beach, with the crew chief stand located in the center. An assistant crew chief and up to six additional SRTs (Surf Rescue Technicians) work together under direction of the crew chief to cover all stands 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. All guards follow the same training program, so guards from any crew can work together to save lives; but Ocean City’s coastal geography creates unique working environments at each beach and each crew takes great pride in keeping its area safe.
In order to promote teamwork and crew pride, the Ocean City Beach Patrol sponsors competitions throughout the summer to encourage members to work together and practice using essential life guarding skills in high-stress situations. The 2015 Crew Competitions takes place this Saturday, July 25, beginning at 6:30pm on the beach at N. Division St.
Tug-of-war from 2013 OCBP Crew Comps. Photo by Ocean City Beach Patrol.
The “Crew Comps,” as they are called, test the physical and mental toughness of beach patrol members, while giving them the chance to compete for pride in events such as the land line, paddle relay, run-swim-run relay, 400 M sprint relay, and tug of war. Not only are the Crew Comps a fantastic way to put the Beach Patrol to the test, they also give the rest of us the opportunity to thank the men and women responsible for keeping our beaches safe!
Below are the winners of last year’s competiton. Make sure to head out to this year’s to support the men and women who keep you and your family safe all summer!
2014 Crew Comp results
The overall winner of Crew Comps last summer was Crew 1 from the South. They defeated the two time defending champions from the Middle North, Crew 12 (CC DeKemper, Summers 2012 & 2013). CC Kevin Johnson and ACC Manu Ouellet, along with their well-balanced team of both rookies & veterans, were able to rise above all other challengers. The other members of Crew 1 from last year are as follows: George Buchman, Sam Duhaime-Morisette, Will Gray, John Miller, Tyler Mitchell, Jon Rothermel, and Yannick Stein-Tremblay. They secured first place with a score of 41 points. Tied for second place with 33 points were Crew 9 & Crew 17. Crew 9 was led by CC Jake Ritter and ACC Andrew Douglas and Crew 17 was led by CC Charlie Swartz and ACC Karen Hessler.
The White Marlin Open in Ocean City Md takes place at Harbor Island Marina at 14th Street and the Bay. Check out Ocean City’s Famous White Marlin Open Photos. Hundreds of boats compete for the prize money, and hundreds more spectators show up to watch the fish be weighed in. Watching the boats depart from the Ocean City Inlet in the early hours of the morning, as they set out to catch the big one, is also a spectacular sight. Join them in the late afternoon and on into the evening as the boats return with their catch for the weigh it in, hoping they have won some share of the prizes money which totals more than $2 million.
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There’s nothing quite like being out on the water. Whether you’re fishing or boating the rush is still the same. It’s no wonder why the two activities are important to Ocean City. Here are some photos from local fishing and boating excursions. Grab your family and give fishing or boating a try.
The family friendly resort of Ocean City Md brings thousands of families to the resort each year. Of course, the beach is a great place for kids to play and use up all their energy, but the whole town is geared towards family fun, whether its family friendly restaurants and hotels, activities such as miniature golf, rides and water parks, or just the sprinkling of play grounds dotted around the resort. Kids in Ocean City can have the time of their lives. Check out our Ocean City kids photos.
Assateague Island is home to its famous wild ponies. Take a stroll along the beach and you might just run into one. Here are a few photos from our own adventures on the island. Don’t stop here though; experience the island’s beauty for yourself.
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Craft beer has recently taken off in Ocean City Md. It is where “world class beer meets the world class beauty of the Eastern Shore” There are 7 craft beer breweries in and around the resort of Ocean City Md, with another 10 just a short drive away. Some of these breweries are just that, a brewery creating and selling beer. Others have small restaurants attached, and others are almost as famous for their food as they are for their beer! Hotels are realizing the growing demand for craft beer, and have unique craft beer packages available, where they will team you up with a special shuttle service which will drive you safely from brewery to brewery for your tastings. This is an experience which can’t be matched, and better still, available all year round in the Resort. Try visiting all the local breweries to see which of their beers is your favorite. Check out these Craft Beer Photos to give you an idea of the choice available.
Nothing is quite as exciting on your summer vacation in Ocean City, MD than the Boardwalk by night. Here are photos of rides, lights, and the people and places that make your trip to Ocean City and the Ocean City Boardwalk so special.
If you’re looking for a gift for an adventurous friend or you’ve been struck with wanderlust, Inca Ruins can help. Located in Berlin, the shop specializes in handmade Peruvian clothing, jewelry, accessories, and more–hand-selected by the store’s owners. There’s something for everyone. You can even outfit your dog in the high quality organic cotton and wool items the store offers.
Even better, every purchase made benefits someone in the local community or back in Peru. Purchases help provide fair wages, meals, and educational books for communities in Peru. An Inca Ruins Basket Fundraiser is running through September 11th to help support the Worcester County Arts Council and its community programs. Click here for more information
Inca Ruins is located on Pitts Street in Berlin, MD. Just look for a furry alpaca out front. A competition is being held to name the alpaca. The winner will receive an alpaca-themed gift. Visit the store by July 4th to submit an entry, no purchase necessary. In the meantime, like and follow Inca Ruins on Facebook and Instagram.
Ocean City Md is beautiful from the ground, but have you ever thought about soaring high above the resort to get a birds eye view? Parasailing will allow you that treat, as you are towed behind a boat hundreds of feet above the ocean to take in the panoramic views of the ocean, town and bay for a unique perspective. This thrilling ride can be enjoyed by the whole family, as these parasailing photos show.
After a huge turnout for last week’s OC Air Show, Ocean City is primed for yet another action-packed weekend. Regardless if you’re joining us for Father’s Day, the Maryland State Fireman’s Convention, or your family vacation, Ocean City has plenty to keep you entertained.
Here are this week’s highlights:
– Sunday is Dad’s day and what better way to celebrate than by taking him to Seacretsfor the first ever Jah-Bacon Brew Fest? Featuring a bacon-centric menu, great beers from local breweries, and a bacon eating contest, the Jah-Bacon Brew Fest is the hottest ticket in town this Father’s Day.
– If dad prefers wings over bacon, then the ‘King of the Wings’ contest at Marina Deck is the better option for your Father’s Day festivities. The event lasts from 1-6pm and features wings from 14 local restaurants. For just $10 you can sample them all. The event will include guest judges, prizes for the top wings, and happy hour pricing all day long.
– With summer well underway, the Town of Ocean City is bringing back free weekly events. This week catch OC Beach lights on the beach at N. Division St. on Sunday from 9-10:30pm, watch The Lego Movie on the beach at 27th St. on Monday, or compete in the Family Beach Olympics on 27th St on Tuesday at 6pm.
Finally, firemen from across the state converge on Ocean City next week for the annual Maryland State Fireman’s Association Convention. With multiple days of events originating from the Convention Center and the iconic Fireman’s parade on Wednesday at 1pm, Ocean City is certainly the place to be for the men and women who keep Maryland safe from fires.
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Jet skiing in Ocean City Md is a thrill! We are surrounded by water with the Atlantic Ocean and the Assawoman Bay, so there is plenty of space to let yourself go. Feel the water spraying up into your face as you navigate the Bay waters to discover islands and waterways you never new were there. Take a ride on the bayside and Jet Away on these Jet Ski Photos.
Ocean City is surrounded by water, so what better way to explore it than by water? There are many ways to do this, but one of the most family friendly, and relaxing way is by pontoon boat. Explore the bayside, with its canals and islands, try crabbing or fishing, or just relax with your family and discover a very different view of Ocean City Md. 15 Reasons to Rent a Pontoon Boat Photos may just inspire you to take a ride on the bayside.
