who owned the choptank river and golf course

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Where is the Choptank River Yacht Club?

About Choptank River Yacht Club. The Choptank River Yacht Club is a private yacht club located in Denton, Maryland along the shores of the serene Choptank River. We are more than just a place to keep your boat. Whether you own a boat, want to own one someday or just like to be near the water, we have something to offer.

When did the CRBC double the size of the boat slip area?

By 1959 the demand for boat slips had grown. To accommodate this demand, the CRBC doubled the size of the basin and slip area. In so doing, the previous wooden ramp was filled in and a new cement ramp was poured on the northeast corner of the basin. Late that year the club acquired a building to be used as a clubhouse.

Who proposed a small boat basin with an inside ramp?

At this point an informal meeting at Will’s Sporting Goods Store, Mr. Stewart Wright proposed a small boat basin with an inside ramp. Mr. Ben Johnson, Jr., President of the Chamber of Commerce put the proposition to the Chamber.

What was the proposed park?

The proposed park was to include a new bulkhead along the river side and double the size of the basin. That was too good of an offer for the Town to turn down; there was one hitch. The State would not allow a private organization, namely the CRYC, to occupy any part of park property.