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Maryland’s distilling roots run deep. Prior to Prohibition, Maryland proudly produced what was widely regarded to be the nation’s finest whiskey, a distinct style called Maryland Rye. During the 13 years of Prohibition, Maryland’s enterprising farmers continued to turn their plentiful harvests into high-proof “swamp lightning” in stills hidden among the coves, inlets, and marshes of the Chesapeake. Oystermen and crabbers smuggled the “good stuff” up and down the Bay, evading Federal Revenue agents and the Coast Guard, finding safe haven among the close-lipped communities that lined the tidewater.

But rarely did they face harassment from local authorities. Maryland, the only state never to enact a Prohibition enforcement law, was known as the “wettest state” during the 13 years of national Prohibition. It was during this time that Maryland figures such as Governor Albert Richie and author and Baltimore Sunpapers columnist H.L. Mencken rose to national fame for their vehement opposition to what they viewed as an egregious overreach of Federal authority, and rumrunners like Pete “King James” Kelly rose to infamy.

At Blackwater Distilling, Maryland’s first fully-licensed beverage alcohol distillery since 1972, we celebrate this brash, enterprising, and fiercely independent spirit, as well as the farmers, bootleggers, and rumrunners who kept the “good stuff” flowing while the rest of the nation ran dry. Like the enterprising farmers and watermen of the 1920s and 1930s, it is our mission to produce the highest quality spirits from quality, local ingredients, preserving one of Maryland’s finest traditions.

The American Chestnut Land Trust (ACLT) is a local land trust in Calvert Co., Maryland, an hour's drive from both D.C. and Baltimore. 22 miles of free trails, guided canoe/kayak trips up the beautiful creek, and lots of events and activities celebrating this beautiful region and the Chesapeake Bay. Dedicated to caring for the land, ACLT also manages a small farm, educational garden and food forest all focused on regenerative and perma-culture growing. Thousands of lbs of naturally grown produce is donated to a local food pantry annually. So many ways to get involved with caring for the land and sharing it with the community! ACLT...Connecting people to the land. Visit http://acltweb.org for more info!

POOL HOURS OF OPERATION

COMPETITION POOL

Depths from 4-12.9 feet, heated to 79-82F

Follows the facility hours of operation

LEISURE (CHILDREN’S) POOL

Depths up to 3 feet, heated to 82-84F

Slides, climbing features, and water drop buckets

Monday - Friday 12:00pm - 9:00pm*

Saturday 12:00pm - 9:00pm

Sunday 8:00am - 8:00pm

**Leisure pool will close from 4:00pm - 7:00pm for swim lessons on Tuesdays and Thursdays

THERAPY POOL*

Heated to 92F, depths from 3.5 - 4.5 feet with an exercise wall of 8 feet. Adjustable walking bars.

Monday - Friday 6:00am - 9:00pm

Saturday 8:00am - 9:00pm

Sunday 8:00am - 8:00pm

** Must be age 18+ to use the therapy pool

DIVING WELL

Monday - Thursday CLOSED

Friday 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Saturday 12:00pm - 9:00pm

Sunday 12:00pm - 8:00pm

SPA/HOT TUB*

3 feet depth, heated to 100-102F

Monday - Friday 6:00am - 9:00pm

Saturday 8:00am - 9:00pm

Sunday 8:00am - 8:00pm

** Must be age 18+ to use the spa

Pools close 15 minutes prior to facility closing time. These are general hours of operation and are subject to change. Some areas of the pool may be closed for programs. We encourage users to call the facility before their visit.

DAILY ADMISSION

Adult (18-59) $6.00

Senior (60+) $4.00

Child (3-17) $4.00

Infant (1-2) $2.00

Infant (under 1) FREE

MEMBERSHIP CARDS

Annual Household $475.00

Annual Adult (18-59) $300.00

Annual Senior (60+) $225.00

Annual Child (3-17) $225.00

Winter Household $375.00

Winter Adult (18-59) $285.00

Winter Senior (60+) $185.00

Winter Child (3-17) $185.00

Summer Household $240.00

Summer Adult (18-59) $225.00

Summer Senior (60+) $145.00

Summer Child (3-17) $145.00

Adult Punch Pass $100.00

Senior Punch Pass $68.00

Child Punch Pass $68.00

DESCRIPTIONS

DAILY ADMISSION All patrons entering the

facility must pay the daily admission rate regardless of if they are swimming unless they are accompanying a participant in a Parks and Recreation activity.

HOUSEHOLD Includes those who permanently reside at a residence or house, up to 5 people. Households do not include home daycares, babysitters, or any other places, businesses, or group of people.

ANNUAL PASS Valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.

WINTER PASS Valid from the Tuesday after Labor Day through the Friday of Memorial Day weekend. Pass is prorated at time of purchase.

SUMMER PASS Valid from the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend through Labor day Monday. Pass is prorated at time of purchase.

PUNCH PASS Valid for 20 admissions at the Hall and expires one year from the date of purchase.