Blessing of the Fleet in Washington Channel Scheduled for Saturday

     Washington, D.C. -- Mariners are advised that the Port of Washington Yacht Club’s annual “Blessing of the Fleet” is scheduled to occur in Washington Channel on Saturday, May 19, from noon to 3 p.m. Approximately 100 vessels (various types and lengths) will transit in a counter-clockwise course with vessel staging occurring near Hains Point, in Washington, DC. Mariners are urged to use caution when transiting the area and remain clear of the parade route, and if necessary, contact parade officials on marine band radio channel 67 VHF-FM. Chart 12289.