Agent 8 filed their report on the 14th Annual Easton Airport Day event held on October 12:

Hundreds of spectators were on hand for the annual Easton Airport Day, held in perfect weather, on Saturday, October 12. The event was spectacular.

Attendees browsed dozens of historic military and civilian airplanes, including a C-47 that saw service on D-Day, Stearman biplanes, crop-dusters, helicopters, an A-10 Warthog, and even Engine 25 of the Oxford Fire Department.

The airport’s F-104 Starfighter was available for photo opportunities. Dozens of attendees, most born well after the F-104 left active service with the Air Force, had an opportunity to sit in the plane. 

There were many highlights of the event, including an impressive flyover by 20 aircraft, led by the C-47 “Placid Lassie.”  

Vintage and other aircraft participated in the famous Rubber Chicken Drop Contest, sponsored this year by Bluepoint Hospitality. None of the competitors managed to drop a chicken into a white pickup truck parked in the airfield. One competitor, however, came close, depositing the bird four feet in front of the truck.

Attendees enjoyed two parachute jumps by the Naval Academy Parachute Team. The midshipmen-parachutists demonstrated incredible skill, landing safely in the middle of the airport. Spectators greeted the team with smiles and applause.

Youth had the opportunity to learn about careers in aviation in the Aviation Career Education Tent, sponsored by AECOM.

Gourmands were offered bacon and other delicacies from food trucks. This spy, wary about his cholesterol levels, did not sample the bacon, but reports it looked delicious.

As has been the case in previous years, the much-loved event enjoyed broad community support, including from Qlarant, The Oaks Waterfront Hotel, and Bluepoint Hospitality.

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Spy Agent 8 filed their report of the annual Small Craft Festival below:

The weather cooperated for the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum’s annual Small Craft Festival last week.  Dozens of kayaks, canoes, sailboats, powerboats, and even a few cardboard boats were on display on museum grounds or in the water. This Spy particularly loved the wood kayaks. Are they too nice to put in the water? Some would be at home in an art museum.

The sky was cloudy on Saturday morning, but as a large and enthusiastic crowd gathered to share their passion for small boats, the sun came out.

Many of the boats  are hand built and as sea-worthy as a Boston Whaler.

Participants were universally friendly and ready to share how they got into the hobby and how they built their boat.

A good time was had by all.  This Spy has requested assignment to cover the Festival again next year.

This video is approximately one minute in length.

 

Spy Agent 8 Reconnaissance Report: Annual St. Michaels Classic

Auto enthusiasts from across the Eastern Shore and beyond came to St. Michael’s on Saturday for the second annual St. Michael’s Classic. The Classic Motor Museum of St. Michaels event featured six categories of cars:  English Grand Tourers, European Sports Cars, Performance; American Muscle, American Luxury, and Trucks and Wagons. The show also featured a People’s Choice Award—attendees voted on their favorite car.

The weather cooperated nicely, and the cars wowed attendees. Spy 7 was on a mission and directed to be objective, but was excited to see a 1949 Bentley MKVI Drop Head Coupe, a 1951 Kaiser Henry J, a 1962 Oldsmobile F-85 Jetfire, several 1950s Jaguars, and a lovely 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.

The proceeds of the event will benefit the museum’s Automotive Technician Apprenticeship Program and the planned and much-anticipated expansion of the museum. The museum is buying a former service station at 906 South Talbot Street and plans to convert it into a 1950s gas station. The museum also plans to acquire a large steel building that will provide additional work and storage space.

To learn more about this exciting museum and to donate towards the project, visit classicmotormuseum.org.

 

Editor Note: Agent 8 prefers to fill out his intelligence reports in the “old school” tradition 

Summary

The car rally event in Oxford, Maryland, saw significant participation from car enthusiasts, with over 70 vehicles in attendance. The range of vehicles was broad, featuring everything from Volkswagen Beetles to Ferrari, showcasing a diverse spectrum of automotive interests.

Key Observations

Vehicle Participation

Total Number of Cars: Over 70

Range of Models: A mix of iconic classic cars and high-end luxury vehicles, including several Volkswagen Beetles and a notable Ferrari

Notable Brand Representation: Porsche had a particularly strong presence among participants, suggesting a concentration of enthusiasts or owners in the area.

Event Atmosphere

Weather Conditions: The event took place under clear skies and perfect weather conditions, enhancing the outdoor experience.

Community Center Activities: Participants were treated to a delicious breakfast, which was served outside the community center, contributing to a friendly and relaxed atmosphere before the rally commenced.

Rally Route

Oxford Parade: The rally featured a scenic parade through the streets of Oxford, drawing attention from the local community and offering a public display of the wide variety of cars.

Rally Departure: Following the parade, participants embarked on the official rally route, leaving Oxford and continuing to an undisclosed destination outside of town.

Conclusion

The car rally in Oxford, Maryland, successfully brought together a wide range of car enthusiasts in a relaxed, community-centered event. The strong presence of luxury vehicles, especially Porsche, highlighted the high level of participation from car collectors. The event was smoothly organized, with pleasant weather contributing to a highly enjoyable experience for all attendees.

 

According to a recent Spy report, the word is out, and Easton’s the place to be if you’re a skateboarder.

That’s right, with the new skatepark and pumptrack opening at A. James Clark Sports Complex, it didn’t take a New York minute for news to travel to the Mid-Atlantic skateboard community, with Delmarva skaters being the most stoked. Before Easton, board enthusiasts typically had to drive to Annapolis or use the less-than-ideal Salisbury park if they wanted a decent facility. 

Last week, the Spy sent one of our agents to provide some surveillance video.

This video is approximately one minute in length.

No doubt the entire Mid-Shore was a witness to one of the most remarkable lightning storms in recent history last night, but it took an article this morning in the New York Times that indicated that it had achieved national attention.

Once started to support juvenile diabetes research, and later helped ShoreRivers with its conservation work, the pandemic put to rest, at least for a few years, the gathering of bicyclists from all over the region to join the Tour de Talbot.

But those dark days are in the past as over 500 participants gathered in the Easton Volunteer Fire Department’s parking lot for the enjoyment of an organized bike rides ranging from 30 to 60 miles and perhaps some of the flattest roads on the East Coast.

This year the Tour has committed all proceeds($20,000) to four local organizations. CarePacks of Talbot County, YMCA of the Chesapeake, Mariah’s Mission, and Talbot Thrive. Each of these groups play significant roles in bolstering our community’s well-being.

A few Spies filled this report.

 

 

On Saturday afternoon, Academy Art Museum’s gathered together hundreds of friends and artists to celebrate its 65th birthday this year. It was done on the museum’s wonderful South Street lawn with music, complimentary ice cream, and some fun screen-printing of the AAM’s commemorative poster.

But the fun part for many was to help recreate a historic photoshoot the Museum originally staged for its 25th anniversary. In this case, it required professional equipment for the photographer to find just the right angle to match the original. The Spy can’t wait to see the final edition.

A few spies were at the event and filed this report.

This video is approximately one minute in length. For more information about the Academy Art Museum please go here.

 

A trusted spy in the community has provided us recent surveillance footage of Maryland Governor Wes Moore ducking into Out of the Fire restaurant on Tuesday for a quick lunch. In an impromptu chat with other diners, the newly-elected governor made it clear to Easton would be seeing a lot of him in the future. We can only suspect it is OOTF’s pizza that wants him to come back so often.