Color on the Creek
Annually, Sailing Through The Winter Solstice begins in November, when a number of boats, transformed through the creative minds of many Frederick friends, set sail on the Creek. Our fleet has grown from one boat the first year to 26 sailing boats and 4 land-locked boats in the 2022-23 season. The boats are anchored in Carroll Creek, between Market Street and Carrol Street.
The fleet includes gaff-rigged ketches, yawls, three-masted schooners, and pirate ships, moored with their sail outlines, rigging and decks lit up from dusk till dawn. If you can’t imagine it make sure to come by and take a look at the amazing flotilla!
It’s not just fun, it’s for a purpose. In addition to voting for your favorite boat ($1 per vote), many organizations are raising awareness and money for amazing causes. Take a few minutes to watch an inspiring video about the USS Andrew Lee. All proceeds raised during STTWS got to Color On The Creek and each boat’s designated charity. The event runs from launch week in November through the 1st Saturday in February’s traditional theme ‘Fire & Ice’.
Click here to vote for your favorite boat! Proceeds for the Dynamic Automotive boat go to Second Chance Garage.