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CULINARY 2 BOUNTY OF SPRING THAT DAMN MARY TASTINGS CRUSTACEAN CELEBRATION SPRING WEEKEND TOASTS Select dates April-May April 24 WITH OUR VINTAGE BAR CART Join the Tides Inn culinary team in the Chef’s Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, 6-7pm Kitchen for exciting and delicious events Local brewers, “That Damn Mary,” bring The Tides Inn celebrates Chesapeake Bay featuring the bounty of spring, including delectable varieties of craft beer to the Blue Crabs in the first annual Crustacean Our vintage bar cart, Rosie, will appear the local harvest of apples, arugula, beets, Fish Hawk this spring. Their Brew Masters Celebration. Live fire expert Chef Eric in a special new setting each evening, broccoli, asparagus and new potatoes. guide you through a 16-choice beer tasting. Gephart of Kamado Joe Grills brings the offering you an opportunity to discover Wine dinners, classes, mixology and much “We use as many green and sustainable, heat with his favorite crustacean, along a new wine or cocktail, meet new friends more will showcase our local purveyors and locally grown ingredients as possible and with the Tides culinary team. For $150 per and capture a new photo memory. the blue crab season. as many Virginia sources as we can find. person, guests will enjoy a live cooking Starting at $65 per person Our mission is to deliver high quality, full demonstrations and sommelier-curated flavored craft beer in an environment that wine pairings – all in a low-country boil In addition, events for our Virginia Master celebrates individuality and supports our style dinner. Upgrade to VIP status at Chefs series are being scheduled, such community,” say their experts. $225 per person to experience a Chef’s as Chef Devin Rose of Adrift on April 13. Starting at $65 per person Social welcome reception on Friday and These multi-coursed affairs will feature a a farewell toast with Blue Crab Bloody welcome reception in the Chef’s Kitchen, Mary’s on Sunday. followed by a wine dinner in the “sun Starting at $150 per person room” of Chesapeake Restaurant. Springtime 2021 (March-May)
M A K E R S PAC E 3 Our newly created Maker Space is a light-filled, interactive studio with programs for all ages and ability levels. Please make reservations for all activities, and a 24-hour cancellation notice is required. In addition, all hosted activities come with an 18% facilitator fee. SPRING BLOSSOM SOAP MAKING POTTERY PAINTING DRAWING FOR BEGINNERS Offered weekly March-May Offered at 11 am on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays Offered upon request Our experience begins with a walk on our new nature Create your own lasting memory in this popular, hands- Our resident artist will introduce you to the basics of trail past the old Willow Oaks and mushroom piles to on workshop. You will be invited to choose your pottery drawing. This immersive class will help you learn how wildflower fields near our beehives. Our horticulturalist, piece, paint and decorate it. We do the rest, including to capture the faces of your loved ones, the renowned Jessica Teague, advises guests to gather the yellow glazing, firing and shipping it home for you. sunsets of Carter’s Creek or the abundant wildlife of our flower, calendula, as it’s wonderful for moisturizing $150 per person region. No experience is necessary. and smoothing the skin. After you have collected your $125 per person favorite wildflowers, we return to the Maker Space for soap making. Choose the color and fragrance, mix in OYSTER JEWELRY MAKING oyster shell sand for exfoliation and add flowers. At Offered March 21, April 18, May 23 & 30 at 10 am DAILY KIDS CRAFTS the end, each guest will leave with beautiful scented Offered Monday-Saturday at 1 pm and Sundays at 4 pm The Northern Neck’s leading oyster jewelry artist guides handmade gifts. you through the design process. At the conclusion of Bring your children to experience the best of the Maker $99 per person the workshop, you will take home a beautiful piece of Space uniquely tailored for younger guests. original oyster jewelry. Painting Workshop: $20 per child $99 per person Candle Making: $60 per child SEASONAL FLOWER ARRANGEMENTS Pottery Wheel Class: $60 per child Offered April 11 & 25, May 2 & 16 at 1 pm The Tides Inn welcomes local floral designers from OYSTER SHELL CANDLE MAKING Cathi’s Garden to lead this enriching and creative Offered Thursdays and Mondays at 3 pm workshop. We will talk about what’s on trend for floral With your collection of seashore keepsake shells, sea décor in 2021 and learn helpful techniques for arranging glass, or smooth stones, create a beautiful reminder of flowers like a professional. Guests will create tailored your time at the Tides Inn. centerpieces or stand-alone arrangements designed $99 per person to reflect the themes of spring celebrations they are planning to host. $85 per person Springtime 2021 (March-May)
P OT T E R Y C L A S S E S 4 BEGINNER POTTERY WHEEL EXPERIENCE, 2.5 HOURS Offered Fridays and Saturdays at 10 am Join our Master Potter, Patricia Shook, for an introduction to the pottery wheel. Arrive prepared for a rewarding experience that may cover you from head to toe. Included in the class is one fully fired, glazed and finished piece which will be mailed home to you. $225 per person, $75 for each additional piece SPRING POTTERY PAINTING, 2 HOURS Offered Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays at 11 am Allow a piece of pottery to be your canvas and let your imagination lead the way. Once you have completed finishing touches on your beautiful piece of art, it will be fired, boxed and ready to take home with you. $150 per person POTTERY & PINOT, 2 HOURS Offered nightly at 8 pm With your choice of a bottle of Pinot Noir or Pinot Grigio, join our pottery instructor for a fun beginner class and a glass or two. $125 per person THE TIDES POTTERY EXPERIENCE, 6-7 HOURS Offered upon request This private, all-immersive pottery experience guides you from an introduction to the pottery wheel through the firing process and onto the glazing of your final masterpiece. Challenge yourself to learn a new skill, create art, be inspired and enjoy the company of those who share a passion for lifelong learning. $600 per person Springtime 2021 (March-May)
OUTDOORS 5 HISTORIC GUIDED BIKE RIDE WINE & CHEESE SUNSET CREEK RAPPAHANNOCK KAYAK TOUR GOLF Offered daily CRUISE Offered daily Offered daily Offered daily Our tour begins with an easy, leisurely ride Join our resort wellness guide, India, Golf enthusiasts will feel like they own to the Steamboat Era Museum where you Set sail on a picturesque sunset cruise for a creek tour to the mouth of the the course at Golden Eagle, carved will receive a guided tour and learn about around Carter’s Creek with a bottle of Rappahannock River. During our tour out of a wooded landscape around a its new “Potomac Pilot House” on display. wine paired with cheese and seasonal we will enjoy bird watching for the great 50-acre lake. This George W. Cobb Next, we will pass by the Hope & Glory Inn fruit. Our seasoned captains navigate blue heron, peregrine falcon, osprey and designed course features many elevation and Dog & Oyster Vineyard. After enjoying you through the beauty and history of many more species. Learn about the changes, well-placed bunkers, Bermuda more of the beautiful forested countryside, Carter’s Creek. aquaculture and how our waterways are fairways and three major water hazards we will discover Historic Christ Church $100 per person or $600 per boat, six replenishing our local oysters. Enjoy all of all in the serene, historic setting of by private guided tour. On our return, passenger maximum what the creek has to offer with this one- Virginia’s Chesapeake Bay region. we will take the opportunity to stop at hour tour. Schedule your tee time to enjoy the 6,511 Kellum Seafood and Produce for some $45 per person, 1 hour yards of championship golf by calling local goods, as well as to enjoy a scoop 804.438.4460. of Homestead Creamery ice cream. Each guest will receive a small souvenir from the Steamboat Museum and Historic Christ Church, and a donation will be made to both organizations on each guest’s behalf. $80 per guest, 2 hours Springtime 2021 (March-May)
L I V E M U S I C AT T H E T I D E S 6 SOLO GUITARIST MERCY CREEK PAIGE MELTONE Sunday evenings on the lawn Wednesday evenings at Fish Hawk Mercy Creek, performing Influenced by Neil Young, Bonnie what they call aggressive folk Raitt and Janis Joplin, Paige Melton’s rock, is comprised of singer voice reflects those from the 60s and guitarist Cheryl Ball and and is reminiscent of the grace songwriting partner and of that generation. Paige’s voice drummer Jim Ball. The duo and guitar playing are timeless, began singing together in representing the innocence and 1998 and have recorded eight attitude of that generation. independent albums. Springtime 2021 (March-May)
WELLNESS 7 CREEKSIDE MORNING YOGA THE SPA AT TIDES INN Sunday morning sessions will be held at Hughlett Point Unwind in our serene setting at the Spa, featuring treatments specially created for Private sessions available spring. With notes and nods to spring flowers, these new offerings deliver rejuvenation The Tides Inn’s serene setting allows you to center yourself with the natural world during and relaxation. Or, sooth tense muscles with a deep tissue massage, leaving you feeling an outdoor waterfront yoga session. Creekside Morning Yoga with our wellness guide, restored and ready to explore our Northern Neck region. India, begins with a gentle session of Hatha Yoga (stretching) focused on breath, body and mind. This session will ease into Vinyasa Yoga, stimulating the heart and coordinated with breath. The experience ends in a deep Savasana with guided meditation to allow you to let go completely for a deep relaxation. During your meditation, permit the sounds of nature to center you. $60 per person (20 max), $90 per person (Sunday Session 6 max) Springtime 2021 (March-May)
SPRING SEASONAL OFFERINGS* 8 EASTER WEEKEND SPRING FESTIVAL NAUTICAL WEEKEND GOLDEN EAGLE AT THE TIDES INN WEEKEND AT THE RETREAT “LIFE ON THE GOLF ESCAPE April 2-4 TIDES INN April 23-25 WATER” April 30-May 2 Celebrate the coming of spring in this fun- CRUSTACEAN CELEBRATION Experience the nautical life with Premier Golfers will revel in this recreational retreat filled weekend for the whole family. The Tides Inn celebrates Chesapeake Bay Sailing’s Arabella Denvir. Ranked at Golden Eagle Golf Club. This peaceful Blue Crabs in the first annual Crustacean internationally by World Sailing with races course, set around a 50-acre lake and Friday, April 2 Celebration. in Ireland, England, Malta and more, carved out of a wooded landscape, will MANAGING DIRECTOR’S SOCIAL Denvir brings her expertise and skill to challenge the best of players. 5-6pm Saturday, April 24 the lucky guests attending this seafaring Guest chef and live fire expert, Eric weekend. $800 per person. This offer includes: Saturday, April 3 Gephart of Kamado Joe Grills, teams up • Nightly accommodations IRVINGTON FARMER’S MARKET with our Executive Chef, Truman Jones, Friday, April 30 at the Tides Inn 9am-1pm to present a dinner dedicated to the AFTERNOON SAILING 1-4pm Chesapeake Blue Crabs. Enjoy a casual, On the Water Practical Sailing 3-hour lesson • Daily round of golf at Golden MAKER SPACE POTTERY: GLOUCESTER DAFFODIL VASE low-country boil style meal with grilled Eagle Golf Club (per person) BOATING BASICS 8pm 10am-12pm crustaceans and learn tips and tricks After dinner at Fish Hawk, join us in the • Unlimited same-day golf from the chefs as they demonstrate their replay (per person) EASTER EGG DECORATING View Room to learn “boating 101” as we cooking techniques live. Upgrade to VIP sip nautical-themed cocktails, such as an 2:30-3:30pm • Tee times booked in advance status and enjoy a Chef’s Social welcome Anchors Aweigh. FAMILY FEUDING TEAM TRIVIA reception and a farewell toast on Sunday. with Tides Inn Concierge 4:30-5:30pm SPRING FESTIVAL Saturday, May 1 Rates from $254 per night VIRGINIA MASTER CHEF WINE IRVINGTON FARMERS MARKET DINNER 6pm Sunday, April 25 11am-5pm 9am-1pm Sunday, April 4 Join us as we kick off our 74th season AFTERNOON SAILING 1-4pm EASTER MORNING MEDITATION with our annual Spring Festival. Enjoy On the Water Practical Sailing 3-hour lesson AND YOGA live music, coastal cuisine, Virginia wines, 8:30-9:30am at Hughlett Point craft beer tastings and an artisan market Sunday, May 2 * Schedules are subject to change based featuring gifts, clothing, jewelry, fresh (IN CASE OF POOR WEATHER) upon CDC and local government guidelines EASTER EGG HUNT WITH THE produce and more. for gatherings. Cancellation fees due to EASTER BUNNY 10-11am EXTRA SAILING SESSION 9am-12pm OR such circumstances will be waived. EASTER BUFFET 11am-3pm Rates from $374 per night with minimum KNOW YOUR KNOTS AND SEASONAL FLOWER ARRANGING two-night stay TRADITIONAL NAVIGATION 2:30-4:30pm 10am-12pm Rates from $264 per night with minimum Rates from $379 per night with minimum two-night stay two-night stay Springtime 2021 (March-May)
L I V E L I K E A LO C A L 9 Perfect Days the Northern Neck Way 2 DAY 2: 1 WATERMEN’S WAY These boots were made for fishing! Discover the Watermen’s Way public art project, fifteen DAY 1: TANGIER ISLAND TOUR painted white boot Retrace the steps of Captain John Smith who landed on a small island he sculptures honoring named Tangier in 1608. Today, Tangier Island is frequented by visitors for the men and women its quaint shops, seafood restaurants and rich history. dedicated to life on the water in Virginia’s River Realm. Schedule a morning flight by Coastal Sky Taxi from nearby Hummel Field in Topping, VA. On the way to the airfield, stop by Chesapeake Doughnut Starting at the Tides Inn marina, locate our pair of boots, titled “Oyster Paisley,” Co. in White Stone for a delectable to-go breakfast and coffee. designed and painted by author-illustrator Mary Jo Beswick. Continue the hunt on the picturesque streets of Irvington via one of our cruiser bikes and If you prefer a boat cruise, depart from historic Reedville on the Chesapeake pre-order a picnic basket from our culinary team. Breeze. Prior to boarding, stop by Front Porch Coffee House in Kilmarnock for regional coffees, sandwiches and sweet and savory breads. At the Steamboat Era Museum in Irvington, stand in the restored pilothouse of the Potomac and peruse the artifact exhibits. Don’t miss the “Wading Known as the soft crab capital of the nation, the tiny fishing village of Around” boot sculpture out front. After your picnic lunch on one of the Tangier is best explored via golf cart. Rent your own golf cart or see the Irvington Commons tables, continue to the Objects, Art & More Gallery and island on a guided tour by a knowledgeable local. The Tangier History pose for pictures inside the Crabber’s Paradise boots. Museum offers free use of canoes and kayaks to explore its water trails through pristine marsh. Journey 1.5 miles to Historic Christ Church & Museum (built in 1732-35), a National Historic Landmark of colonial architecture nestled in the woods of Return to Tides Inn for a delicious meal and sunset drinks reserved for six Weems, VA. Make your final stop at Kellum Farms Produce & Seafood for o’clock on our Overlook Dining heated patio under the great Cedar tree. handmade gifts and a double dip of ice cream. For the “hot bed” of boots, the town of Kilmarnock, a ten-minute drive away, has nine in total. Springtime 2021 (March-May)
L I V E L I K E A LO C A L 10 Perfect Days the Northern Neck Way 3 4 DAY 3: OYSTER OUTING DAY 4: R&R The world is your oyster at the Tides Inn. Begin the day with a hands- Relax and rejuvenate with a pedicure and specialty massage tailored on experience at our new Maker Space – whether in an oyster jewelry just for you at the Tides Inn Spa. Enjoy a leisurely morning of croquet on workshop or pottery wheel experience. the lawn or pirate bingo by the fireplace of the View Room. Afterward, traverse on the Triangle Trolley, a one-hour route between In the afternoon, take a drive over the Corrotoman River by way of the towns of Kilmarnock, Irvington and White Stone. Operating Memorial the Merry Point Ferry, which began operation in 1847. Continue to the Day to the first weekend of October, the trolley conveniently picks up and 892-acre Belle Isle State Park to wind around its tidal wetland trails and drops off at our resort. beaches at your own pace. Along the way, you may catch glimpses of a bald eagle or blue heron. Pass through unincorporated Nuttsville, just Stop at Kilmarnock Antique Gallery, the largest seller of oyster plates in to say you did. Stop in the town of Lively for a delicious crab cake at the nation and one of the largest antique malls in the region with 100 The Corner. dealers. Stroll through the Steptoe’s District of Kilmarnock, an open-air shopping district with more than 50 local businesses. Later, end the day at Fish Hawk to imbibe upon our signature Lancaster Lemonade on karaoke night and pick-up S’mores kits to roast on the Add an across the “rivah” road trip to the “tasting room” of the beach fire. Rappahannock Oyster Company, named Merroir. Proprietors Ryan and Travis Croxton helped reestablish the almost endangered Chesapeake Please contact our helpful Concierge Team to assist with planning Bay oyster almost 20 years ago. Today, Merroir now tops the “best of” lists these excursions! by Travel + Leisure, Food & Wine and others. Return to the Tides Inn for a Cove Cruise of Carter’s Creek and a history lesson of the area’s oystering industry. Dock and enjoy a Dog & Oyster Vineyard wine pairing and coastal dining at the Chesapeake Restaurant. Springtime 2021 (March-May)
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