On July 9, 2024, The County Executive and the Department of Recreation and Parks (DRP) hosted a waterside chat to discuss water access opportunities at Homeport Farm Park - a 25.15-acre park featuring a cartop water vessel launch and parking areas. The County Executive and the Director of DRP spoke for around 20 minutes. After the County remarks, the public could present comments for two minutes, and approximately 25-30 people spoke. A summary of all comments, including those received during the July 9th discussion, is posted below.
The County's position for Homeport Farm Park are:
- Water and access to the water are fundamental characteristics of life in Anne Arundel County.
- The County will respect and adhere to the terms of the deed regarding land use.
- Any amenities added to the property would be for the public benefit and use. (There is NO BOATHOUSE)
- The Department was asked to explore the possibility of allowing a junior rowing club with racks and a floating dock at Camp Woodlands to move its equipment to Homeport Farm Park to retain access to the South River.
- The Annapolis Junior Rowers are being viewed under the same lens as any other youth recreational league in the County.
- NO engineering or technical plans for improvements are underway related to this anticipated use.
The Department continues to look for ways to expand residents' opportunities to enjoy the water. The County is exploring expanded use, not eliminating or supplanting use.
The Department of Recreation and Parks requested feedback from the public on water access opportunities at Homeport Farm Park, specifically those permissible by the deed. The deadline for comments was Tuesday, August 13. The Department thanks everyone who provided comments on this matter. All feedback and comments received have been reviewed and are posted below.
July 9 - August 13, 2024 Public Comments 2022 Homeport Farm Park Feasibility Study and Memo
Park Amenities
- Park is open from dawn to dusk
- Restroom
- Trails
- Cartop Boat Launch
- Easy access to water/ long carry to water
- The distance from the parking lot to the boat launch is around 150 yards. Canoes and kayaks has access to Church Creek, which enters the South River.
- Fishing
- Special rules may apply as noted. Please observe Maryland Fishing Regulations.
Gate Access Request
Homeport Farm Park is a gated park, open from 7:00 am to dusk. Please park in the designated parking areas. Anne Arundel County Department of Recreation and Parks reserves the right to close the park or restrict access for operational, maintenance, or safety reasons.
All trash must be taken with you or placed in trash receptacles, if available. Insect repellant is highly recommended. There is a potential for poison ivy exposure.
Obtaining an Access Code:
- For first time users:
- Visit the Recs & Parks Portal application and click on "Create Account" in the menu. Fill out the form and follow the instructions to create an account.
- Sign in to the application
- For returning users:
- Sign into the portal from the login page
- Once signed in, click on the Park Equipment Access tile.
- Complete the Request Access to Park Equipment form and click Submit.
Using the Gate:
- Once you complete the online form, a 5-digit code and QR code will be sent via email to the inbox associated with the signed in account.
- Enter the 5-digit entry code into the keypad OR scan the provided QR code. Note: You may need to reposition your device if the QR code does not initially scan.
- The gate should open.
- If you are not able to access the park with your provided codes, press the call button for assistance.
- The gate will close automatically behind you.
- To exit, approach the gate slowly. The gate will open automatically.
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