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As the months grow warmer, the boating
season begins to take shape. Once again,
it will be a labor of love to prepare your
second home for another journey into the
world of water and fun.
There’s good news in our feature about
the Chicago harbor system and the
construction of the 31st Street Harbor,
which will add 1,000 slips to the existing
5,200 when it is completed in 2012. But
we do not need to wait another year to
enjoy the new pool of available slips. By
the beginning of this season, another 300
slips will be added to the existing harbor
system, so this should make it easier to
secure a slip assignment.
Our boat feature focuses on Carver
Yachts, which has recently had a change
of ownership. The company is introducing
several new models and has entered a
partnership with SkipperBud’s to carry
their lines in the Midwest.
We also take a look at Honda Marine, a
leader in 4-stroke engine technology. Many
of its outboards include exclusive features
found in the company’s most popular
automobile engines, such as Variable Valve
Timing and Lift Electronic Control.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration and its Offi ce of Ocean and
Coastal Resource Management (OCRM)
administer programs in states to keep
their coasts healthy and economically
viable. OCRM helps each state meet its
priorities in the Great Lakes area, such
as stopping the introduction and spread
of aquatic invasive species, restoring
and protecting fi sh and wildlife habitats,
controlling pollution and toxins, ensuring
the sustainable use of water resources,
investigating new energy sources,
evaluating and interpreting information to
forecast the effects of climate change, and
providing boat access to locations that
need it. Chicago will host the Coastal Zone
2011 conference, sponsored by NOAA, in
July 2011. This will be just the second time
that the Great Lakes have been the setting
for the meeting.
Three spotlights in this issue will provide
you with plenty of information on a variety
of topics. One spotlight describes the
boaters’ paradise that can be found in
Lake Erie at Middle Bass Island State Park
Marina near Port Clinton, Ohio. This new,
state-of-the-art marina now has 252 slips,
including more than 140 for transient
boaters. Another spotlight details the
emergency gear needed to help anglers
survive a mishap offshore. Being smart
is the best way to stay out of harm’s way.
The third spotlight focuses on boating
safely with your pets, with checklists for
on-land and on-board recommendations
so that your furry friends will have trouble-
free outings.
We hope this issue will assist you with
your boating preparations and help you to
enjoy this boating season. Please consider
joining the Great Lakes Boating Federation
to help keep boating viable for years to
come. Boaters working together under
one umbrella can bring about changes
benefi cial to boating and work to keep
boating alive.
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Pedersen Marine, Inc. Antioch (847) 395-3356
West Access Marina Carlyle (618) 594-2461
North Sails Mid-West Chicago (773) 489-1300
UK Sailmakers, Chicago Chicago (312) 326-1053
Marine Services Corp Dolton (708) 841-5660
Pistakee Lake Marina Fox Lake (847) 587-2400
Starved Rock Marina Ottawa (815) 433-4218
Hiddencove Marina at Seneca Yacht Club Seneca (815) 357-6869
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Indiana
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Marina Shores at Dune Harbor Portage (219) 762-5700
Michigan
Great Lakes Docks & Decks Algonac (810) 725-0009
Spring Lodge & Cottages Cedarville (800) 480-2282
UK Sailmakers, Detroit Clinton Township (586) 790-7500
Gregory Boat Company Detroit (313) 823-1900
Harbor Hill Marina Detroit (313) 331-6880
Grand Pointe Marina Dimondale (517) 646-6733
Tower Marine Douglas (269) 857-2151
Mitzie’s Dockside Service Ecorse (313) 383-2716
Lost Peninsula Marina Erie (734) 723-7466
Lindy’s Sales, Inc Fairgrove (989) 893-9931
Bouvier Bridge Marina Fairhaven (586) 725-6530
Damark Marine Gibraltar (734) 676-2880
Humbug Marina, Inc Gibraltar (734) 676-6633
Crescent Shores Marina Holland (616) 392-9951
UK Sailmakers Western Michigan Holland (616) 396-4935
Leaders Marine Kalamazoo (269) 544-2628
L’Anse Marina L’Anse (906) 524-6116
Linwood Beach Marina Linwood (989) 497-4415
Marine City Marine & Service Marine City (810) 420-5106
Menominee Marina Menominee (906) 863-8498
Bridge Harbour Marina Port Huron (810) 982-2492
Party Time Marina Port Huron (810) 987-8010
Port Sanilac Marina Port Sanilac (810) 622-9651
Harbor 9 Marina Saint Clair Shores (586) 776-5650
Miller Marina, Inc. St. Clair Shores (586) 771-9000
Eagle Pointe Harbor St. Joseph (616) 429-7400
Great Lakes Shores Marina Standish (989) 846-6065
Bayshore Marine Center Traverse City (231) 946-6060
Quantum Great Lakes Traverse City (231) 941-1222
Minnesota
Windmill Marina Association Afton (651) 436-7744
Bayport Marina Association, Inc Bayport (651) 439-2040
Spirit Lake Marina Duluth (218) 628-3578
Kings Cove Marina Hastings (651) 480-8900
River Heights Marina Grove Heights (651) 455-4974
Bill’s Bay Marina Red Wing (651) 388-0481
Howard’s Point Marina Shorewood (952) 474-4464
Rockvam Boatyards Spring Park (952) 471-9515
St. Paul Yacht Club St. Paul (651) 292-8964
Watergate Marina St. Paul (651) 695-3780
Ohio
Catalina Harbour Addyston (513) 941-7909
Channel Park Marina Cleveland (216) 631-5000
Wildwood Yacht Club Cleveland (216) 531-9052
Anchor Pointe Marina Curtice (419) 836-2455
Gallipolis Boat Club Gallipolis (740) 446-3262
Lorain Sailing & Yacht Club Lorain (440) 288-0500
Spitzer Harbor Walk Marina Lorain (800) 654-7706
Spitzer Lakeside Marina Lorain (800) 321-3625
Marine City Marblehead (419) 734-2228
Pipe Creek Marina Sandusky (419) 621-1111
Harman’s Harbor Sardis (740) 865-2102
Brenner 75 at Harrison Toledo (419) 729-1676
Key Harbour Marina, Inc. Vermilion (440) 967-6993
Vermilion Power Boats Yacht Club Vermilion (440) 967-4100
Wisconsin
Beaver Dam Bay Marina Beaver Dam (920) 319-4062
Quantum Inland Delafield (262) 646-7610
Ephraim Yacht Harbor Ephraim (920) 854-4014
The Shoreline Resort & Marina Gills Rock (920) 854-2606
City Centre Marina Green Bay (800) 457-2929
SOUTH BAY Marina Green Bay (920) 884-1464
St. Croix Marina Hudson (715) 386-8239
Bluewater Marine Kewaunee (920) 388-4550
Salmon Harbor Marina, LLC Kewaunee (920) 388-2120
Harbor Town Marina Marinette (715) 732-9005
Hi Seas Marina Oconto (800) 229-2088
Quantum Racine Racine (262) 619-0033
Bay Marine of Sturgeon Bay, Inc. Sturgeon Bay (920) 743-6526
Sturgeon Bay Marine CenterSturgeon Bay (920) 743-3311
Wave Pointe Marina & Resort Sturgeon Bay (920) 824-5440
Shipyard Marina/Pirates Cove Suamico (920) 434-2000
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• GREAT LAKES 34• FISHING 38• YACHT CLUBS 40• MARINAS 42• CRUISING 44• NATIONAL 46• SAILING 48
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With its aggressive and sporty profi le, the 44 Sojourn is the newest yacht in Carver’s popular Mariner Series. This completely redesigned model represents numerous logical, ergonomic and styling improvements.
The bridge has seating for at least 12 people and is equipped with a large, comfortable sun lounge. The helm is designed to accommodate today’s high-tech navigation and communication instruments, with a heavy-duty aluminum arch and integral hardtop that serve as support for the optional bridge enclosure.
The salon and cabins are styled around a single-level fl oor plan with no steps to navigate or hamper ease of movement.
The salon is spacious and brightly lit by numerous windows and an aft sliding door. Oak hardwood is used throughout to provide a contemporary atmosphere. To port is a sectional sofa lounge, and to starboard is a dinette that seats six and converts to a double bed. The galley is adjacent to the salon and is equipped with full-size refrigerator, convection microwave, two-burner cook top, coffee maker and numerous drawers and cabinets.
Situated forward of the galley are two staterooms and two head compartments. The master stateroom has an island berth and the VIP stateroom has been confi gured with additional headroom and two twin beds. In addition, there is plenty of storage space.
The yacht is offered with either traditional gasoline inboard engines or can be outfi tted with twin Volvo gas or diesel engines and joystick-controlled IPS pod drives.
Carver Boat Corporation, LLC790 Markham DrivePulaski, WI 54162(920) 822-3214
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Boaters have always been an appealing target for governments
to pick on. And they become exceedingly more att ractive when
it is diffi cult to balance the budget. Do you ever remember a
time when no new, clever revenue sources were sought aft er?
Most lawmakers cannot walk away from budgetary problems
without taking a good, hard look at boating.
For instance, in Chicago in 1986, Chicago’s mayor came
running aft er 5,200 boaters, believing that he had found an
unheard of, lucrative revenue source. Believing that boaters
wouldn’t look for alternative moorings, the mayor subjected
them to a surcharge, believing that they would gladly pay it
and keep boating happily in Chicago.
Well, history proved otherwise. Boaters are a slippery bunch.
Unlike real estate buildings, they can abandon their moorings
and move to other harbors, other municipalities and even
other states. Indeed, that is what happened, when about
2,000, cream-of-the-crop, large-craft owners (of vehicles more
than 27 feet in length) left Chicago never to return.
In addition to boaters being elusive, boats are deceiving when
they are viewed from a distance. To the untrained eye, they
all look expensive and owned by well-heeled individuals.
In reality, many of the 16 million registered boats have the
value of Chevett es, while only a handful are comparable to
Bentleys. Owners accordingly range from carpenters and
plumbers to old-money hoarders and CEOs of large fi rms. At
a time when the administration is gett ing ready to heavily tax
those individuals with high incomes to balance the budget
and reduce the defi cit, boaters have become very att ractive
targets. One doesn’t need to be wealthy or have access to old
money to own a boat. Many used boats in this bad economy
can be purchased for under $25,000, the cost of a moderately
priced new car. A 26-foot or longer boat is oft en considered a
home away from home.
It is as if we have run out of land adjacent to water, where
wind is abundant, to construct wind turbine farms. Strategic
off shore sites on the Great Lakes are being earmarked for
harvesting this renewable energy source. Areas that seems
to att ract installation sites are off shore centers, near large
metropolitan areas and boating centers. Many boaters on the
Great Lakes are day sailors going some fi ve to 10 miles out and
returning at the end of the day to their harbors. Adding wind
turbines to these areas provides an unsightly decorum for
boaters and city dwellers who wish to have their lines of sight
extend farther than the eye can see. It is the last untouched
bastion, where boaters can enjoy the fruits of independence.
Th e deafening sounds generated by the wind turbines do not
mix with the freedom of the open sea.
Without due consideration, a move that can deal a hurtful
blow to millions of boat engines is the fuel with 15% ethanol
that the administration is trying to make available, in total
disregard to the sensitivity to higher ethanol that the 10%
engines can use. Th e administration, justifying this move as
the needed step to break away from our addiction to foreign
oil, is trying to help corn growers who are providing this fuel.
Boating remains one of the best family recreational
instruments and hobby. It is also one of the very few
instruments to enjoy freedom. Th e economic windfall
from these 16 million boaters to the American economy is
mammoth, ranging from $35 to $40 billion annually. On
the Great Lakes alone, it is estimated to exceed $9 billion.
Chicago’s 5,200 boats contribute a whopping $78 million to
the city’s economy, and with the addition of the 31st Street
Harbor next year, that number is expected to swell to $100
million. A boat moored on Chicago’s lakefront is a getaway
at an unbelievable value. A $3,500 rental fee for the entire
boating season (May to November) is an unbeatable bargain.
A mere $500 per month is the cost for an elegant lifestyle,
which accommodates a family on Lake Michigan, with the
backdrop of Chicago’s day and night lifestyle. Th is lifestyle is
not for a select few. It is available to anyone.
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Stop Picking on Boaters
Th e mandatory wearing of life jackets has entered the radar
screen as a possibility in various areas. Th e U.S. Coast Guard
estimates that 80% of boating fatalities could be avoided if
boaters wore life jackets.
On April 5, the Massachusett s State Legislature considered a
bill that would have made it mandatory for everyone to wear
life jackets on boats less than 20 feet long, throughout the
year. Th e legislature tabled the measure, and may reconsider it
this summer.
In Arlington, Va., the National Boating Safety Advisory
Council met on April 1 and 2, and approved a resolution
recommending that the U.S. Coast Guard “initiate
eff orts which target a future regulatory project to pursue
requirements for life jacket wear for recreational boaters
while underway and riding in or upon 1.) personal watercraft ,
regardless of length; 2.) human-powered vessels (such as
canoes, kayaks, rowboats, etc.), regardless of length; 3.) any
vessel less than 18 feet in length; and 4.) any person being
towed while engaged in water sports.”
Th e resolution further directs the Coast Guard to “work with
its partners to design a strategy to engage the boating public
through in-person and electronic dialogue on this topic
through pre-rulemaking consultation aimed at informing the
public about the potential benefi ts of such regulation, gauging
public opinion about life jacket wear based on boating type
and activity, and making decisions on this topic based on
a thorough understanding of both public sentiment and
potential benefi ts.”
It was also recommended that the Coast Guard streamline its
life jacket testing and approval process “to reduce the overall
cost of highly comfortable life jackets, support innovation
and creativity in life jacket design and technology, and allow
improved life jacket models to reach the consumer quicker and
easier.” Additionally, the Coast Guard was asked to consider
the acceptance of alternative life jackets by completing and
accepting a harmonized, North American standard.
A similar comparison could be made between life jackets and
seatbelts. Initially, weren’t seatbelts bothersome, cumbersome
and irritating when forced to wear them? But now, aft er all
this time, the public has become used to the idea, and wearing
seatbelts is second nature. How many lives have been saved
because of this law?
Still, the proposals for mandatory life jacket-wearing raise
some questions: How is this going to be enforced, and
who is going to regulate it? Having safety equipment is
commonsense. However, now it seems like a bureaucracy
may be built around this new rule, perhaps even including the
creation of a new agency to oversee implementation. What
is even more disturbing is the thought that this action might
lead to other mandatory actions, such as boat licensing.
Th ose who say that wearing life jackets has a negative side do
have a point: It can curb the sense of freedom that comes from
boating. In the past, life jackets were bulky and unatt ractive.
However, things have changed. Today’s life jackets are
improved models that are much more comfortable and
stylish than they used to be. Boaters can put on life jackets for
voyages this boating season, and they can practically forget
that they’re wearing them.
Only time would tell whether boaters across the nation would
embrace the requirement of wearing life jackets. Th e majority
of the times a life jacket or a seatbelt is worn, it feels relatively
natural. Life jackets help to make boating expeditions safer,
and the times when emergencies arise make wearing these
safety jackets worth it.
Th e Great Lakes Boating Federation believes in and
encourages the use of life jackets. It’s good sense to start the
season with a resolution to be protected on the water.
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R NUCLEAR WASTE HEADED FOR LAKE HURON SHORES?I boat on Lake Huron a lot. I hear that energy companies in Canada are thinking about storing nuclear waste on its shores. Even though only low levels of nuclear waste would be stored at the beginning, who’s going to watch it to make sure that it won’t start taking in worse types of waste? Even allowing any waste to be stored there at all is not a good way to go.
Before any Canadian energy company decides to do this, they should ask the public what they think. Who is going to have to deal with this, while they’re on the lake? What will happen if radiation leaks into this lake?
I think there should be a ban on all nuclear repositories in the Great Lakes basin. This affects the public too much. It should be looked at from our perspective.
Ben Yakitis
Lexington, Mich.
MORE TAXES FOR BOATERS?I’m hearing that some bad things are going to happen to boaters. In Connecticut, there’s a budget deal taxing boats worth more than $100,000. Is this the start of more taxes? Even though this is supposedly not as bad as an earlier plan, it still hits boaters hard. Why is this happening? Is it going to spread across the country? Are we going to be the targets of states? Are they going to come after boaters now, for property and luxury taxes? What lies ahead?
Ed Schantz
Winnetka, Ill
We want to hear from you.Send a letter to the editor and tell us what you think.
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For more than 58 years, Carver has been designing yachts known for their spacious and comfortable accommodations
and superior construction quality. In a time when many companies have limited their development of new products, Carver has taken an aggressive stance by developing four newly designed yachts for 2011. These four new models display Carver’s continued commitment to delivering intelligently designed yachts that represent tremendous value.
“Boaters are always interested in new designs and new products. It’s just part of their nature,” said company president, Robert VanGrunsven. “A company has to have confidence and part of that confidence comes from the willingness to invest company resources into new products. Without something new and exciting you give people no reason to consider buying their family a new boat.”
Along with their commitment to developing new products, Carver also recently formulated a strong partnership with one of the Midwest’s most highly regarded dealerships—SkipperBud’s. With 12 locations throughout the Midwestern states, SkipperBud’s is well-situated to provide high-level service before and after the sale that today’s yacht owner deserves. Carver and SkipperBud’s is a union between two longstanding and trustworthy companies.
The four new Carver designs include two new yachts in the Mariner class, the 44 Sojourn and the 36 Mariner. Both of these models have their design roots in the company’s popular Mariner, single-level floor plan and concept. This design provides a platform with logical and ergonomic interiors that are exceptionally spacious for their size. In addition, the Mariner concept also provides a command bridge that is low to the water and wide open for entertaining.
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The 36 Mariner has a design that is balanced between a sedan and an
express model. Its stateroom, galley, dinette and salon are built upon
a single-fl oor level.
The easy-to-access bridge has seating for 10 passengers and is
equipped with a wet bar. Forward of the windshield is a sunpad and
bench seating.
The full-beam salon has an L-shaped lounge and an entertainment
center that is equipped with a 20-inch LCD TV, DVD player, satellite
radio system, AM/FM/CD marine stereo and iPod® dock. The galley
is equipped with an electric, 2-burner range, refrigerator/freezer,
microwave and storage cabinets. The master stateroom has a queen-
size berth, tufted, cut pile carpet, curtains, hanging lockers, seven
storage cabinets and private head access.
This new design can be equipped with a wide selection of different
propulsion packages. Choose from a gasoline-powered twin inboard
package or twin Volvo Stern Drive diesels mated with Ocean X® salt-
water-ready stern drive protection and joystick-control technologies.
CARVER 36 MARINER
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The new 44 Sojourn boasts a newly-styled hull, superstructure,
hardtop and contemporary interior.
The bridge has seating for at least 12 people and is equipped with
a large sun lounge. The helm is designed to accommodate high-
tech navigation and communication instruments, with a heavy-duty
aluminum arch and integral hardtop that serve as support for the
optional bridge enclosure.
The salon and cabins are styled around a single-level fl oor plan. To
port is a sectional sofa, and to starboard is a dinette that seats six and
converts to a double bed. The galley is adjacent to the salon and is
equipped with full-size refrigerator, convection microwave, two-burner
cook top, coffee maker and numerous drawers and cabinets.
Forward of the galley are two staterooms and two head compartments.
The master stateroom has an island berth and the VIP stateroom
has been confi gured with additional headroom and two twin beds. In
addition, there is plenty of space to store and hang clothing.
The yacht is offered with either traditional gasoline inboard engines or
it can be outfi tted with twin Volvo gas or diesel engines and joystick-
controlled IPS pod drives.
* with platform and gunnel molding** with gunnel molding
*LOA**Beam
Draft Sleeps
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CARVER 44 SOJOURN
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Also this year, the fresh new Carver 41 Motor Yacht takes a
new approach to the well-established cockpit motor yacht-
style boat. Streamlined styling, hand-crafted woodwork and
effi cient utilization of space make the 41 Motor Yacht a very
attractive vessel for weekends and extended family cruises.
Finally for 2011, Carver is excited to bring their newly
designed 54 Voyager to the market. This design holds true
to the classic pilothouse Voyager series that has been so
successful for the company. The 54V is set to launch in June
of 2011. This true pilothouse design is focused on space,
layout, function, long-range cruising and effi ciency. The 54V
offers outstanding overnight accommodations, timeless
design and exceptional value.
“We see the command bridge market going back to its roots.
Our customers are demanding space for entertaining and
enjoying their families—a space that can be used to vacation,
spend time on and create positive, long-lasting memories.
Our mission is to provide just that in an exceptional and
value-based way,” states VanGrunsven. “The world economy
has changed much in our industry. In the end, people with
a passion for the water and boating will always be present.
However, we recognize that for some families, a more
economical option needs to be present to fulfi ll their product
needs. For 58 years Carver Yachts has been providing just
that. An unmatched product with an unmatched value that is
supported by unmatched customer service and aftermarket
support. This is a value proposition that we have always
offered and we are very proud of that fact.”
CARVER 41 MOTOR YACHT
CARVER 54 VOYAGER
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By Brian Bohnsack, Recreational Boating and Fishing Liaison, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Without question, dreams and persistence are paying off
for Lake Erie boaters with the completion of Phase 3 of
the Middle Bass Island State Park Marina renovation and
expansion project last summer by the ODNR. This phase
included the addition of permanent restroom and shower
facilities within the marina complex. By all accounts, this
summer is looking like a promising one for the marina and for
the accompanying Middle Bass Island State Park. The next
phase of the marina project is scheduled for completion this
fall and will include the development of additional restroom,
shower and laundry machines, as well as the harbormaster
building. The marina, which had a grand opening last
summer to celebrate the new features, has already
experienced overfl owing crowds of boaters.
The ODNR’s plans are resulting in a state-of-the-art marina
that is quickly becoming the top gun in this part of Lake
Erie. With the completion of Phase 3, the Middle Bass Island
marina now has 252 slips, including more than 140 available
for transient boaters. Most of the slips have dockside utilities,
as well as access to the new shower and restroom facilities.
Ken Alvey, president of the Lake Erie Marine Trades Association, looked out over the new docks and facilities at the Middle Bass Island State Park Marina, near Port Clinton, Ohio. He exclaimed, “This exceeds even my wildest dreams!” Alvey, the former chief of
the Ohio Department of Natural Resources’ (ODNR) Division of Watercraft, and many of his colleagues have developed some lofty dreams for the renovation of this marina since it was purchased by his former agency in 2000.
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Perhaps most importantly, the marina serves as a safe harbor
location year round for boaters who get caught out on the
water when the weather turns bad.
“Everyone loves the new facilities,” said Assistant Park
Manager Karen Beckman. “They really appreciate that we
offer electricity and water at most of our docks. Word is
getting out pretty quickly about our marina and we have
already had to turn away some boaters on weekends. We
encourage boaters to make reservations for overnight stays
by calling the marina offi ce. Day stays are on a fi rst-come,
fi rst-served basis.”
Middle Bass Island is a popular attraction for Lake Erie
boaters who fl ock there every summer to enjoy its relatively
slow pace, quaint rental cottages and brewery. The island
can only be reached by boat, ferry or small plane. All of the
island’s attractions can be reached by walking, bicycling or
by using a golf cart after reaching the marina.
The Ohio agency’s initiative began in May 2000 when former
Ohio Gov. Bob Taft announced the purchase of 123 acres on
Middle Bass Island, including the former Lonz Marina. The
area became Ohio’s 74th state park. Before the ink had dried
on the title papers, the ODNR moved forward, developing
plans to renovate and expand the marina in order to provide
boaters with better docks and facilities to access the island’s
popular attractions. The dream was aided by the award of
almost $2 million from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s
Boating Infrastructure Grant program in 2001 and 2002.
Including matching funds, the ODNR has provided $20 million
for the Middle Bass Island State Park Marina.
“Boaters have long told us that transient docks on Ohio’s
north coast are a welcome and needed investment,” said
Pamela Dillon, the current chief of the Ohio Division of
Watercraft. “Our goal is still the same. Quite simply, we want
to make the Middle Bass State Park Marina the crown jewel of
Lake Erie’s western basin.”
The ODNR hopes that the facility will rise to the levels of
popularity and service of the popular Leamington marinas
on the north side of Lake Erie in Canadian waters. State and
local leaders envision being able to provide many of the same
opportunities that Leamington does without the diffi culties
occasionally experienced with having to check in with border
agents from the United States and Canada. Middle Bass
Island is located in an ideal spot to take advantage of this
major regional boating attraction.
Winning the awards from the ultra-competitive Boating
Infrastructure Grant Program was just the beginning of the
challenge. Middle Bass Island is home to the threatened Lake
Erie water snake. As Mike Rowe discovered in one episode
of the popular television show Dirty Jobs, Lake Erie water
snakes not only thrive in this area, but they are also protective
of their habitat. Rowe suffered more than one bite from
these non-venomous snakes as he collected specimens to
aid in research of the species during the taping of his show.
Fortunately, they typically do not disturb the island’s visitors.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, also was required to make
sure that recipients of the agency’s federal grant funds did
not make a negative impact. As a result, the project was
required to complete an environmental impact statement to
ensure that the renovation and construction would minimize
the effects on the snake population. This was no small task
to overcome because the project included dewatering the
existing marina to allow it to be dredged and expanded.
Ultimately, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service approved of the
fi ndings of the environmental impact statement and agreed
that the construction plans would only minimally impact the
snake population. In fact, it was determined that after the
project was completed, snakes were likely to return to this
area and thrive, due to some of the habitat improvements
associated with this project.
The marina is open year round as a safe harbor location.
Shower and restroom facilities are available from May through
October. The marina can accommodate boats up to 52 feet
in length. Sewage pumpouts, electricity (30 and 50 amp) and
potable water are available for boaters using the marina.
dnr.state.oh.us // (419) 285-0311
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31st Street HarborBreaking world records and holding them there for decades is not new to Chicago.
Willis Tower, formerly known as the Sears Tower, was the tallest building on the
globe for many years and a source of envy to many countries.
And now, the Chicago Park District (CPD) and Westrec, the world’s largest owner/
operator of marinas and marine-related businesses are completing the fi nal stages
of a new harbor that will be the 10th on Chicago’s 29-mile pristine Lake Michigan
shoreline. Named the 31st Street Harbor, it will be a 1,000-slip marina that will
provide boaters with unparalleled amenities. The Chicago harbor system will have
a total number of 6,200 slips. Having laid claim to being the largest boating haven
in the country for several decades, Chicago now has surpassed its own record as
being the largest municipal harbor system in the United States.
This remarkable harbor system didn’t materialize by accident. Chicago’s harbors
are exceptional for the manner in which they were designed and staged on Lake
Michigan shores by its architectural forefathers. Owned and operated by Westrec
By F. Ned Dikmen
Perfect 10
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Marinas, a corridor of parks and harbors has been uniquely
tailored to offer only green pastures to its citizens and today
provide an environmental luxury to the area’s boaters. This
corridor is protected by the Lakefront Protection Ordinance,
which ensures that this stretch will remain forever open,
without structures or businesses to interfere with its beauty
and tranquility. Yet a few steps beyond this corridor lay the
vibrant tall buildings, businesses and neighborhoods of
Chicago’s storied nightlife.
It is expected that the 31st Street Harbor project, divided into
land-side and coastal projects, will not only deliver hundreds
of new boat slips to the lakefront, but also will bring new
amenities and facilities, expected to draw non-boaters to the
lakefront, as well.
Construction began during the summer of 2010 and will
continue through May 2012.
With an expected opening date of May 2012, the 31st Street
Harbor is located one mile south of Burnham Harbor and
McCormick Place and will have easy access from Interstate 55
and Lake Shore Drive. It will bring to the lakefront more than
1,000 new boat slips, from 35 to 70 feet long, and will serve
as a center for youth fi shing and sailing programs. Onshore
will be a community building that will offer exceptional views
of the lake and the skyline, a canoe/kayak storage area and
launch locations, an underground, heated parking facility that
will double as winter storage for as many as 200 boats, and
two additional acres of park land.
Additional amenities will include a fuel dock, a harbor store,
fi shing docks, beach, playground and skate park.
Mooring holders will have access to metered electrical
service, subscription cable TV and phone service, fi xed fee
water, free Wifi and free electric pumpouts.
Timothy Mitchell, general superintendent & CEO of the CPD,
has enthusiastic praise for the project. “We’re excited about
the progress being made on 31st Street. The fi rst elements of
the project will come online this summer when the new public
parking areas along Fort Dearborn Drive are completed. The
31st Street Harbor project is more than just a place for
boats. We are constructing a wonderful, state-of-the-art
playground, picnic areas and improvements to the bike path
as part of the project. I can’t wait until it opens next year.”
The new construction will bring more than added facilities
and conveniences to the city. According to a recent economic
impact analysis for 31st Street Harbor, the direct economic
effects on the local economy of harbor-related spending
would be 161 jobs, $3.8 million in labor income and $5.9
million in value added. Direct effects cover the impacts in
businesses selling goods and services directly to these
boaters. This includes 62 jobs in marina services, 46 jobs in
restaurants and bars, and 25 jobs in retail stores. Including
secondary effects, the total impact on the local economy is
224 jobs, $6.0 million in labor income and $9.6 million in
value added.
Besides the construction of a new harbor, enhancements
extend to several other harbors. Scott Stevenson, vice
president, Westrec Marinas, states, “In addition to 31st
Street Harbor, we are also adding more than 300 slips to
the existing harbor system. In Belmont, Diversey, Burnham,
Jackson Outer and Jackson Inner harbors we are taking out
“WE’RE EXCITED ABOUT THE PROGRESS BEING MADE ON
31ST STREET.
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Burnham Harbor is situated on the downtown Chicago
Museum Campus. The harbor boasts 1,120 docks, mooring
cans, star docks and available transient docking. A launch
ramp situated at the harbor has parking for approximately
43 vehicles with trailers. A fuel dock facility, ship’s store and
free-of-charge waste pump-out equipment are also available.
Sixty-two new slips, with sizes ranging from 50 to 70 feet,
have been installed with a fl oating wave attenuator. Later this
year, the harbor will get two new fl oating washrooms.
(312)747-7009
Burnham Harbor
the star docks and extending our existing docks to create
these spaces. This work will be completed for the 2011
boating season.
“The demand for slips in the Chicago harbors remains
strong. We have more than 500 individuals on the new
applicant waiting list and an additional 600 on the transfer
list looking for slips. In a time of continued economic
uncertainty, the harbors are maintaining strong occupancy
and have substantial demand. Because of the slips that we
are offering in 31st Street, along with the additional slips in
the existing harbors, boaters now have the best chance in
decades to get choice slip assignments on the lakefront. We
encourage anyone interested in a dock in Chicago to put in
an application. For the fi rst time, we can actually guarantee
that they will get one next year.”
Chicago, now a major boating center, has provided
access to amenities to those who couldn’t afford them in
a condominium set-up beforehand. The improvements
and services provided by CPD and Westrec have made
Chicago a model that other communities can look to when
establishing their own marinas.
chicagoharbors.com // (312)742-8520
31st Street Harbor (continued)
Home of the Chicago Corinthian Yacht Club, Montrose
Harbor is located on the northern edge of Lincoln Park, a
short walk from Montrose Beach. Montrose Harbor offers
630 docks, mooring cans, star docks and available
transient docking. Waste pump-out equipment is provided
on a no-charge basis. Winter storage for boats up to 45 feet
is available.
(312)742-7527
Montrose Harbor
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Diversey Harbor—Diversey Harbor is located in Lincoln
Park, within walking distance of the Lincoln Park Zoo
and the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum. It has 714
docks and star docks, with transient docking available.
Additionally, the harbor offers a public launch ramp with
parking for roughly 67 vehicles with trailers, as well as
a fuel facility that dispenses gas and diesel fuels and
waste pump-out equipment at no charge. For 2011, 80
new slips have been installed, and the harbor is getting a
new fl oating washroom.
(312)742-7762
Diversey Harbor
Home of the Museum Shores Yacht Club, the 59th Street
Harbor is located in Jackson Park and is a short walk
from the Museum of Science and Industry and the 63rd
Street Beach. The harbor has 125 docks and transient
docking is also available. Waste pump-out equipment is
provided at no charge. For 2011, the harbor washrooms
are receiving a facelift.
(312)747-7019
59th Street Harbor
Belmont Harbor, another harbor in Lincoln Park, offers
730 docks, mooring cans, star docks and transient
docking. Located at Belmont Harbor are the Chicago
Yacht Club (Belmont Station) and the Belmont Yacht
Club. A fuel dock facility, ship’s store and waste pump-
out equipment are available. Additionally, there is a
mast stepping/unstepping facility at the Harbor Building
(reservations are required). For the 2011 season, 108
new slips have been installed, and a fl oating washroom
will be put in place later this season.
(312)742-7673
Belmont Harbor
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To meet accommodation needs, Monroe Harbor was expanded
to create DuSable Harbor in 2000, adding 420 docks. Located
in downtown Chicago, at the foot of Randolph Street, the
harbor also offers transient docking. The entrance to the harbor
is through the Monroe Harbor entrance, past the stern of the
Columbia Yacht Club and into the harbor. DuSable Harbor offers
a ship’s store and waste pump-out equipment at no charge. This
year, winter storage for boats up to 40 feet will be available.
(312)742-3577
Home to the Chicago Yacht Club and Columbia Yacht Club,
downtown Monroe Harbor offers about 1,000 mooring cans and
transient mooring. It also has a tender service which provides
delivery and pickup to boats in the harbor. Waste pump-out
equipment is provided at no charge. For 2011, fi ve new tender
boats have been will be delivered in the near future.
(312)742-7643
DuSable Harbor
Monroe Harbor
Jackson Park HarborsJackson Park Inner Harbor—Located in Jackson Park, Jackson Park Inner Harbor is the home to the Southern Shore Yacht Club. There are 205 docks available, 40 of which are new for this season. A launch ramp on the east side of the harbor with parking for 40 vehicles with trailers. Waste pump-out equipment is available at no charge.
(773)288-7106
Jackson Park Outer Harbor— Situated in Jackson Park at 63rd Street Beach, the Jackson Park Outer Harbor has 169 docks, mooring cans, star docks and available transient docking. It offers a fuel dock facility, ship’s store and a privately-operated restaurant. Waste pump-out equipment is available at no charge. A wave attenuator and 40 fl oating slips are new for 2011. Later this year, a fl oating washroom will be installed as well.
(773)288-1065
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on the GREAT LAKES
T he 30 million people that live in the Great Lakes
states love their boats: 4.3 million recreational
boats are registered, and there are 100,000
miles of shoreline to explore. To help protect this
boaters’ paradise, the nearly $16 billion in spending
each year, and the 107,000 jobs that this activity
generates, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration (NOAA)’s Offi ce of Ocean and Coastal
Resource Management (OCRM) administers Coastal
Zone Management (CZM) programs in states to keep
these coasts healthy, resilient and economically viable.
Balancing the often competing or confl icting demands
of coastal resource use, economic development,
and conservation, the OCRM helps each state meet
priorities in the Great Lakes Region, such as stopping
the introduction and spread of aquatic invasive species,
enhancing fi sh and wildlife by restoring and protecting
habitat, controlling pollution and toxins, ensuring the
sustainable use of water resources, investigating new
By Michele Winowitch, Communications, NOAA/OCRM
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energy sources, and evaluating and interpreting information
to forecast the effects of climate change. In 2010, the OCRM
provided $13 million for coastal programs and $0.6 million
for two NOAA estuarine research reserves, Old Woman
Creek in Ohio and Lake Superior in Wisconsin, and helped
fund the purchase of seven Coastal and Estuarine Land
Conservation properties. You can check out the location of
these properties, get links to the different coastal programs
and read success stories from each Great Lakes state by
going to the new online mapping program, “OCRM in your
State”: http://coastalmanagement.noaa.gov/inyourstate/#.
In July 2010, President Barack Obama’s Interagency Ocean
Policy Task Force released recommendations for improved
stewardship of the ocean, our coasts, and the Great Lakes,
and a need for better “coastal and marine spatial planning”
(CMSP). In a nutshell, CMSP is a planning process that
balances human needs, reduces confl icts and environmental
impacts, and preserves critical ecosystems to meet the
economic, environmental, security, and social needs of our
marine environment. In the case of the Great Lakes, mapping
done by the Ohio and Wisconsin Coastal Programs, with
funding and guidance from the OCRM, is making it easier
for boaters to fi nd their way around.
The Ohio Coastal Atlas is a suite of mapping resources
developed to provide coastal decision-makers, educators,
interest groups and the public with information about
Lake Erie. The “Ports, Harbors and Recreational Boating
Map Viewer” allows boaters to view Water Access Trails,
Recreational Boating Facilities, Ports, and Terminals and
even Bathymetry of the Ohio side of Lake Erie. The “Lake
Eric Public Access Map View” is an electronic version of
the recently published “Public Access Guidebook” which
shows public access sites, including amenities and services
available. You can fi nd these at www.ohiodnr.com/LakeErie/
Maps/tabid/19562/Default.aspx.
“Wisconsin’s Great Lakes Circle Tour - Coastal Access Guide”,
created in partnership with the University of Wisconsin-
Madison, allows users to view maps, such as state and
local parks, historic sites, boat ramps and beaches. It also
provides links to the many tourist information and attraction
web sites available. Go to: “http://wisconsincoastalguide.
org/”wisconsincoastalguide.org/ for more information.
In July 2011, the NOAA-sponsored, OCRM-chaired “Coastal
Zone 2011” conference (CZ11) in partnership with other
federal and state agencies including the Department of the
Interior, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the Environmental
Protection Agency, the Nature Conservancy, the State of
Illinois and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, will
for the fi rst time be held in Chicago, Ill. This will be only the
second time that it has been held on the Great Lakes. CZ11
will bring together coastal managers and experts from around
the world to focus on themes that echo the priorities of U.S.
National Ocean Policy, with special emphasis on the Great
Lakes. Four major themes and four focus areas are designed
to spark dialogue and exchange among decision-makers and
provide a forum for discovering new strategies, solutions and
tools for planning for our coastal future.
www.doi.gov/initiatives/CZ11/index.htm.
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ON LAND
Do a little research.
Call ahead to make sure that
your destination allows pets, at a
minimum, and to fi nd out what their
policies are, as many places require
that you keep animals on a leash
and that you don’t leave them alone.
Also, check with your boat insurance
company to see if your pets are
protected. With Progressive’s Pet
Injury coverage, your vet bills are
covered up to $1,000 if your pets are
hurt in a boating incident.
Get ID tags.
Outfi t your pets with up-to-date ID
tags with your telephone number(s),
marina address, and slip number. If
there’s room on the tags, consider
including that you’ll offer a reward
for your pets’ safe return.
Bring their health records.
Bring along copies of your pets’
health records and vaccinations.
Some marinas and camping spots
require this kind of documentation.
Prepare a doggie bag.
Pack a bag so that you’re prepared
for anything. Stock it with things
like cleaning supplies, towels or
travel beds so that your pets have
places to sleep, portable bowls,
food and water, a pet fi rst aid kit,
and lots of toys.
Assist with their doggie paddling.
Fit each of your pets with a personal
fl otation device, or life jacket. Find
one with a lifting handle to make it
easy and safe to lift your pets from
the water. Give the animals time on
land to get used to them.
ON BOARD
Help them to get their sea legs.
Gradually introduce your pets
to your boat and the water. Give
them a chance to explore their
surroundings while the boat is
docked. Turn on the engine so that
they can get accustomed to its
sound, smell and feel. Take short
cruises and gradually build up to
longer trips.
Clear the deck.
Store away any potentially toxic or
dangerous materials (e.g. cleaning
materials, fuel, hooks, etc.).
Ramp it up.
Give your pets a helping hand with a
ramp that helps them get on board
and off, both from the dock and from
the water.
Combat the sun.
Protect your pets from the heat
by providing shade and plenty of
water, and wash the deck with cool
water to protect their paws.
Watch for wooziness.
If your pets are overly tired or
disoriented, seasickness might
be to blame. Some vets
recommend giving them ginger
or medications like Bonine or
Dramamine. Ask your vet before
giving your pets anything.
Prepare a potty.
If you can’t make regular stops,
make provisions so that your pets
can go to the bathroom on board.
Bring your cat’s litter box along. For
dogs, buy a portable dog potty that
simulates grass.
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In 1964, Honda introduced its fi rst 4-stroke outboard motor.
Today, as the world’s largest engine manufacturer,
the company is committed to precision manufacturing
techniques. This has allowed Honda to remain a leader in
4-stroke engine technology.
In order to maximize power output and durability, many
Honda Marine outboards include exclusive technological
features found in the company’s most popular automobile
engines, including the Honda Accord, Fit, Pilot, Ridgeline,
Odyssey, CR-V, Element and Civic.
The power and reliability of Honda Marine’s 4-stroke
outboard engine lineup is attributed to a number of exclusive
technological features, such as Honda’s Variable Valve Timing
and Lift Electronic Control (VTEC®). First debuting in the
high-performance Acura NSX sports car, VTEC® technology
has since been integrated into the designs of the BF225,
BF150 and BF90 marine engines, providing these models with
a blend of power, torque, and effi ciency at any speed.
Boosted Low Speed Torque (BLAST™), Dual-Stage
Induction, Lean Burn Control, 3-Way Cooling, and a 4-Front
Corrosion Protection System are just a few of the innovative
design components that combine to deliver outstanding
performance, fuel effi ciency and reliability.
Honda Marine also offers a 5-year factory warranty on all
engines purchased for recreational use. True 5 warranty
coverage is the same on the last day as it is on the fi rst.
Honda Marine believes that ultra-low emissions levels are
essential to the protection of global waterways. In fact, Honda
Marine’s full line of current production models meets rigorous
California Air Resources Board (CARB) 3-Star standards,
ensuring their availability and regulatory compliance in all 50
states. Additionally, their line of 4-stroke outboards meets
current emissions standards from the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency.
Honda’s clean, quiet and economical 4-stroke engines bathe
internal components in oil under constant pressure. Since
performance. innovation. ef ficiency.
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4-stroke cylinders or pistons don’t have intake and exhaust
ports, they can run with tighter tolerances for longer life
than two-stroke cylinders.
BF40, BF50/60EFI, BF75/90
The following fi ve models can be used for either salt or
fresh water applications. They also feature the perfect
balance of powerful acceleration and fuel effi ciency, with
Electronic Fuel Injection. Honda’s patented Boosted Low
Speed Torque (BLAST) system advances ignition timing
for explosive “hammer-down” acceleration, while a Lean
Burn Control adjusts the air/fuel mixture for maximum
fuel effi ciency at cruise.
The BF40 and BF50 EFI redefi ne mid-range 4-stroke
performance. The duo has in-line 3-cylinder engines that
feature electronic fuel injection and other Honda-exclusive
technolgies. These are the lightest engines in their class,
with the 214-pound BF40 and BF50 EFI showcasing a
lightweight, 22-amp alternator that offers 17-amp charging
capacity for multiple electronic accessories.
The BF60 EFI combines performance, technology and fuel
effi ciency, and also has one of the lightest engines in its
class, the 239-pound BF60’s 998cc, in-line 3-cylinder engine.
Perfect for pontoon applications, the Power Thrust BFP60
EFI features a lightweight, 27-amp alternator with 22-amp
charging capacity for multiple electronic accessories.
The BF75 and BF90 are lightweight powerhouses. Inspired
by the engine architecture of Honda’s Fit automobile, the
duo’s 1.5-liter, 16-valve, in-line 4-cylinder engines feature
electronic fuel injection for easy starting. A 3-Way Cooling
System also keeps cylinders slightly cooler than the
engine block to promote the long-term durability of critical
components. Performance is further improved with Honda’s
Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control (VTEC®
-BF90), which provides outstanding torque and power at
higher rpm.
BF115
The new BF115 outboard engine, available in both 20- and
25-inch shaft models, allows boaters excellent fuel effi ciency,
low emissions and quiet operation via Honda’s 4-stroke
outboard engine technology.
The BF115 is derived from the inline 4-cylinder, 2.4-liter
dual overhead camshaft (DOHC) engine platform used in
Honda’s Accord automobile—the largest displacement
engine in its class.
Holeshot and acceleration are dramatically improved via the
use of Honda Marine’s BLAST™ system, which advances
ignition spark timing to within one degree of the knock limit
during “hammer down” acceleration. At that point, the Engine
Control Module (ECM) steps in to increase injector timing,
creating a more potent air/fuel mixture. In fact, the ECM
receives constant input from 18 different sensors to deliver
instant starts, smooth operation, strong performance and
excellent fuel effi ciency. Specifi cally, the BF115 reduces fuel
consumption by 19% compared with the previous model, per
Honda R&D internal testing data.
The resulting boost in available torque at low rpm contributes
to a strong holeshot to get the boat up on plane quickly. The
ignition spark timing is appropriately adjusted under slower
throttle advancement, resulting in a leaner air/fuel mix and
class-leading fuel effi ciency.
BF225
Honda Marine’s most powerful outboard engine is the
BF225. The 3.5-liter, 6-cylinder engines feature Variable
Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control (VTEC® - BF225) for
outstanding torque at any speed, while Honda’s patented
Boosted Low Speed Torque (BLAST) system contributes to
explosive holeshots.
Lean Burn Control automatically adjusts the air/fuel mix to
maximize power and improve fuel economy at cruise, while an
on-demand 90-amp alternator keeps battery banks charged all day, even when running multiple accessories.
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By CWO4 Douglas C. LuperSafety Compliance Officer, U.S. Coast Guard Boating Safety Division
Being smart about your boating habits is the best way to
stay out of trouble. If fi shing takes you far offshore—whether
to the Great Lakes or the ocean—make sure you know
your limits, including the vessel’s capabilities. Make a risk
assessment and fi le a fl oat plan before you ever leave shore.
Education is important for every boater. Boating courses
are available everywhere, and include classroom and online
training offered by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, United
States Power Squadrons® and state boating agencies.
Advanced training in navigation, seamanship, boat handling,
and the weather is important to have before you venture into
open waters. Local knowledge and recommendations from
experienced captains who run offshore fi shing charters can
be valuable, as well.
Experienced boaters conduct a simple risk assessment
before each trip, considering all of the parameters: the boat,
the crew, the course and any potential hazards that may arise.
Of particular importance to offshore anglers is the weather,
because it can change dramatically in the time it takes a
small vessel to transit between home port and favorite fi shing
grounds. Take the NFL anglers for example: When they left the
harbor the weather was calm, but the boat was riding 15-foot
swells when it capsized. If any value in a risk assessment is
too high, a boat trip offshore should be canceled or modifi ed.
Filing a fl oat plan—like a pilot’s fl ight plan—is always a good
idea. Leave a note with family members or the marina offi ce,
listing your boat’s name, your passengers’ names, the time of
departure, the destination with coordinates, and the expected
time of return. A fl oat plan can be a tremendous aid in search
and rescue should you fail to appear at the appointed hour.
Accidents are possible even with the best preparation,
however, so here’s your emergency gear shopping list:
✦ Get yourself an EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating
Radio Beacon). EPIRBs are available in a variety of models
and can be manually activated, or automatically activated,
when released from their storage bracket. Modern EPIRBs
not only provide a homing signal for rescue, but can also
EMERGENCY GEARANGLERS’ANGLERS’
Anglers down in the Gulf remember this tragic event: Three friends, two of them NFL players, were lost after their boat capsized during a fishing trip in March of 2009. A fourth was rescued after clinging to the hull in 63-degree water for almost two days. As an offshore angler, you would never want to find
yourself unprepared in such a desperate situation. Having essential emergency gear onboard can help you survive.
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provide exact global positioning system coordinates. The job
of locating a small boat in the vastness of the Great Lakes or
the open ocean can be overwhelming; an EPIRB can make
the difference between days of searching or a speedy rescue.
The costs of today’s EPIRBs have become comparable with
that of the latest fi sh-fi nding equipment. Consider an EPIRB
as a piece of equipment as important as your fi sh fi nder: A
fi sh fi nder helps you locate fi sh; an EPIRB will help you be
located in an emergency.
✦ Provision your boat with life jackets that you and your
passengers will wear. Modern life jackets—in contrast to the
traditional, orange, “horse collar” styles—are unobtrusive
and can be comfortable enough to wear throughout an
offshore voyage. A life jacket helps protect a boater who
is thrown unexpectedly into the water or who is too hurt to
swim. Bright colors and personal signaling devices—such as
a signaling mirror, whistle, or day/night fl are in the pocket—
aid in recovery, too. A larger boat can even carry a small life
raft that can automatically deploy in the event of capsizing.
✦ Never depend upon cell phones for communication
offshore, as their signals rarely reach more than a few miles
from the coast. Instead, carry a good, marine-band VHF-FM
radio, and know how to use it.
✦ Don’t forget a set of tools and basic replacement parts for
the boat. Spare hoses and clamps, extra V-belts, spark plugs
and pump impellers are all helpful to have on board. Breaking
down far from shore can put you in as much jeopardy as
heavy weather or a boating accident. In the same vein, make
sure to carry emergency food and water, enough to sustain
you and your passengers for several days if rescue is delayed.
✦ Finally, as part of your situational awareness, remember
that federally-mandated requirements for safety equipment—
such as visual distress signals and life jackets—are
minimums. Consider the additional hazards that may present
themselves far from land and prepare accordingly.
While it can’t be said for certain that these preparations or
pieces of gear would save lives in an offshore emergency,
there is no question that responsible behaviors such as
taking a boating education course, conducting a risk
assessment and fi ling a fl oat plan, along with purchasing and
maintaining equipment like EPIRBs, can add to your safety no
matter when or where you boat.
The U.S. Coast Guard reminds all boaters to “Boat
Responsibly!” For more tips on boating safety, visit
www.uscgboating.org.
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Great Lakes“WHALE BURPS” LANDING ON SUPERIOR’S SHOREWinds whipping around Duluth and Lake Superior
can produce “whale burps.” Also referred to as
surf balls, these oval, or round, bundles of fi brous
material periodically show up on coastlines
throughout the world.
Curious beachcomber Glenn Maxham of Duluth
brought two of these unusual balls into the Minnesota
Sea Grant offi ce for identifi cation. Grasses, twigs, and
partially degraded polymer mesh combined in the
shallows of Lake Superior to form Maxham’s plum-
sized “whale burps.”
Oregon Sea Grant writes that, although no formal
research has been done on these aquatic oddities,
theory suggests that as lost monofi lament (or, in this
case, strands of black plastic) rolls about in near-
shore waves, it gradually collects seaweed, pine
needles, dune grass, small feathers, shell fragments, and
other debris, forming a tight, bristly ball. Scientists have
found surf balls made of fi ne, vegetative strands on Egyptian
beaches, and surf balls twice the size of large oranges on
Australian shores.
Despite the curio cabinet intrigue of fi nding a surf ball,
discarded and lost plastics damage aquatic environments
and the creatures that live in them. In a 2008 article in
Environmental Research, Charles Moore of the Algalita Marine
Research Foundation reported that more than 260 marine
species ingest or have been entangled in plastic debris.
When these plastics break down, research has shown that
they can release the suspected carcinogen styrene monomer
and Bisphenol A, which has been proven to interfere with
reproduction. In 2006, the United Nations Environment
Program estimated that 46,000 pieces of plastic fl oat in every
square mile of ocean.
MORE OHIOANS MUST RECEIVE BOATING EDUCATION A virtual fl otilla of Ohio boaters, measuring in the thousands,
is coming of age this boating season and must be certifi ed
to operate any powerboat greater than 10 horsepower on
state waterways, according to the Ohio Department of Natural
Resources (ODNR), Division of Watercraft.
Ohioans turning 29 years old this year and those who are
younger are required to comply with a mandatory boater
education law that has been in effect since Jan. 1, 2000. The
law requires all boaters born on or after Jan. 1, 1982, to show
proof that they have successfully completed an approved
boating safety education course, if they operate any powered
watercraft greater than 10 horsepower on a state waterway.
The law includes those who operate personal watercraft,
rental power craft and persons 18 years of age and older who
supervise youth powerboat operators.
Last year, the Division of Watercraft issued a record 14,279
boating safety education cards certifying the successful
completion of a classroom, online or home study course
of instruction approved by the National Association of
State Boating Law Administrators. Among this record total
were 10,864 Ohioans, or 76%, who were required by the
mandatory boater education law to attain their boating safety
education cards.
As a result of Ohio’s boater education law, along with
improved boating equipment designs, marine law
enforcement, education and public awareness programs, the
number of boating-related deaths in Ohio declined 26% from
2001 to 2010, compared to the previous decade.
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MAJOR BOATING GRANT TO SUPPORT TRANSIENT BOAT DOCK The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Boating Infrastructure
Grant (BIG) Program will fund a transient boat dock, which
will be located at the existing Schweibert Riverfront Park in
the city of Rock Island, Ill., situated at the midpoint between
St. Louis, Mo., and St. Paul, Minn., on the Mississippi River.
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources, in cooperation
with the city of Rock Island, will receive $1.5 million and
match that amount with $565,000 to add a fl oating dock
system that will accommodate 23 transient boating slips.
The Mississippi River is a major attraction for tourists and
recreational boaters from St. Paul, Minn., St. Louis and
other nearby metropolitan areas, that serves as a critical
transportation link for commercial barge traffi c. The new
transient dock in the city of Rock Island can accommodate
more visitors, and thus generate economic benefi ts for the
local community and its residents.
Funding for the BIG Program comes from the Sport Fishing
and Boating Trust Fund, formerly known as the Aquatic
Resources Trust Fund, which boaters and manufacturers
support through excise and other taxes on certain fi shing and
boating equipment and boat fuels.
Grantees use BIG funds to construct, renovate, and maintain
facilities with features for transient boats (those staying 10
days or less) that are 26 feet or more in length and used for
recreation. Grantees may also use funds to produce and
distribute information and educational materials about the
program and recreational boating.
fws.gov
TASTE OF THE GREAT LAKES 2011Mark your calendars for a great lakefront party this summer:
the Taste of the Great Lakes. This is the largest annual
fundraiser for the Alliance for the Great Lakes. Climb aboard
the Columbia Yacht Club’s Abegweit ship, anchored in
Chicago’s Monroe Harbor, on Thursday, June 16.
The fun starts on the lake at 6 p.m. with food, live music,
live auction items and a few surprises—all set against the
backdrop of the Chicago skyline.
greatlakes.org/taste2011
LAKE HURON LEVELS PREDICTED TO DROP MORE THAN USUAL
This summer, Lake Huron’s water level could sink by up to 12 inches, a drop that would affect boaters and shipping in both
Canada and the United States.
Bryan MacKenzie, commodore of the Sarnia Yacht Club, said that this change would be due to moisture being drawn off the
lake by powerful winter storms. “Water levels do look low. Certainly, lower than normal,” he said.
Each spring, the club dredges the main passage to Lake Huron from its harbor. Water levels affect this process, and 12
regulatory agencies must approve it, MacKenzie said.
Lake Huron was 569 feet deep last summer, and, if the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has made a recent, correct prediction,
the depth could decrease at most to 568 feet, or between seven and 12 inches.
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NMMA TO PRODUCE SHOWThe National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) will produce the annual Rosemont Sportfi shing, Travel & Outdoors
Show at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Ill., from Jan. 25 to 29, 2012. These were formerly the dates of
America’s Outdoor Show.
With the addition of the Rosemont Sportfi shing, Travel & Outdoors Show, the NMMA will produce the Chicagoland area’s three
leading boat and sport shows, including the Chicago Boat, Sports and RV Show (formerly the Chicago Boat, RV & Outdoors
Show) and Strictly Sail Chicago, creating three distinct, outdoor, recreational shows in the Chicago market.
With the production of the Rosemont Sportfi shing, Travel and Outdoors Show, the NMMA now owns and produces a total of 18
consumer boat and sport shows throughout the United States.
nmma.org
RECORD HIGH FOR OHIO REGISTRATIONS Despite a sluggish economy, Ohioans pushed state
watercraft registrations to a record high for the second year
in a row, according to the Division of Watercraft of the Ohio
Department of Natural Resources (ODNR).
Ohio posted a record 424,700 registered watercraft,
signifi cantly higher than the previous record of 419,364
reported in 2009. The totals do not include more than 6,400
additional watercraft, which are mostly canoes and kayaks,
and were registered through commercial liveries.
Counties with the highest number of watercraft registrations
last year remained unchanged from 2010 and include
Franklin, Cuyahoga, Summit, Hamilton and Montgomery.
Among Ohio’s registered watercraft, according to the Division
of Watercraft:
• 316,220 (74%) were registered powerboats and personal
watercraft
• 89,859 (21%) were canoes/kayaks
• 11,616 (2.7%) were rowboats, and
• 7,005 (1.6%) were sailboats without auxiliary power
During the past decade, the number of Ohio-registered
canoes and kayaks more than doubled, from 44,198 in
2000 to 89,859 in 2010—an increase of 103%. The Division
of Watercraft also reports that the number of watercraft,
mostly canoes and kayaks, included in commercial livery
registrations increased from 5,282 in 2001 to 6,416 in 2010.
Recreational boating has an economic impact on Ohio, which
is estimated at $3.5 billion yearly, supporting the equivalent
of more than 26,000 full-time jobs, according to a 2007 Great
Lakes Commission study. An estimated 3 million Ohioans
go boating each year, or nearly one in four. Almost half of
all Ohio residents (48%) have participated in recreational
boating at least once in their lifetime, according to an Ohio
State University study.
www.ohiodnr.com/watercraft
FREE HELICOPTER SHOOT EVENTOn Saturday, July 9, at noon CST, the Mariner Network Yacht Sales (MNYS) will be conducting
their third Courtesy Helicopter Shoot. All area boaters from Chicago, Ill., to St. Joseph, Mich.,
are welcome to attend. All attending participants will be provided with free aerial pictures of their
vessels at no expense. The event will take place one-half-mile offshore, on the Indiana/Michigan
state line. MNYS will be using VHF Channel 69.
themarinernetwork.com
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TOURS RESUMEThe Door County Maritime Museum has
resumed tours of the tug John Purves in
Sturgeon Bay, and a daily tour schedule begins
in May.
The 149-foot vessel has proven to be a popular
attraction since opening to the public in August
of 2008, following a fi ve-year restoration
project. Many of the volunteers who completed
the restoration are members of the docent team
that conducts the 45-minute tours.
Built in 1919 and christened the Butterfi eld, the
tug has a colorful past that even included World
War II duty in the Aleutian Islands. The tug
made its way to Sturgeon Bay in 1956 when the
Roen Steamship Company purchased it. The
vessel was eventually sold, but it carries the
Roen colors and has been outfi tted to appear
much as it did while Roen operated it in the
1950s and 60s. Capt. John Roen, company owner, renamed the tug in honor of his long-time employee and general manager.
The cost of the tour is included in the $12.50 admission fee to the museum, or is also offered separately for $6. The museum is
located at 120 N. Madison Ave., between the two downtown bridges on Sturgeon Bay’s West Side.
(920) 743-5958 // dcmm.org
Gov. Pat Quinn signed an executive order on Dec. 10, 2010,
to establish the Illinois Coastal Management Program (ICMP)
within the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR).
Through this federally-funded program, the state of Illinois
will receive $2 million annually from the National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to improve northeastern
Illinois’ economy and create jobs by protecting the state’s
coastal resources along Lake Michigan.
The program will be fully funded with federal dollars, which will
be used to restore threatened habitats and to “green” harbors
on Lake Michigan. It will also help
municipalities develop plans to
restore and sustain shorelines.
Some of the ICMP’s goals
include supporting local, state
and federal partnerships as
agencies work to manage coastal
resources; developing strategies
to mitigate and adapt to climate
change; developing long-term
solutions to address toxins
and invasive species; working
to expand the use of green infrastructure to control storm
water, promote groundwater recharge and reduce fl ooding;
and helping communities to identify opportunities for water-
related economic development.
Gov. Quinn also announced that Illinois will receive a
$2.5 million grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency to continue the cleanup of Waukegan Harbor, and
to implement habitat restoration programs along the Lake
Michigan shoreline in northeast Illinois.
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BIGHEAD ASIAN CARP DEEMED “INJURIOUS”
In mid-March, an addition was made to the federal injurious
wildlife list—the bighead Asian carp. Of the three Asian carp
species causing problems in the Great Lakes, the bighead is
the worst. This species reaches a large size by feeding on the
animals and plants at the bottom of the food chain, such as
plankton, which other fi sh, including yellow perch and walleye,
also use as food sources. Part of what is at stake is a $7-billion
recreational and commercial fi shing industry. The bighead
already feature prominently in the Illinois River, and are linked
to Lake Michigan by the Chicago Sanitary & Ship Canal. This
type of listing “means the species has been demonstrated
to be harmful to either the health and welfare of humans,
interests of forestry, agriculture, or horticulture, or the welfare
and survival of wildlife or the resources that wildlife depend
upon,” states the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS).
By adding the bighead Asian carp to the wildlife list, the Lacey
Act makes it illegal “to import or transport live bighead carp,
including viable eggs or hybrids of the species, across state
lines,” according to the USFWS.
However, “for zoological, education, medical or scientifi c
purposes,” permit exceptions may be made, the
USFWS states.
The bighead is the fourth in a series of Asian carp to be listed
as injurious wildlife. The black, largescale silver and other
silver Asian carp were added to the list in 2007.
FishingNATIONAL FISHING & BOATING WEEKFrom June 4 to 12, National Fishing and
Boating Week (NFBW) will take place.
The Recreational Boating & Fishing
Foundation coordinates this national
celebration of boating and fi shing. During
the fi rst complete week of June, NFBW
will occur, and coincide with free fi shing
days in most states, which, in general,
allow participants to fi sh license-free.
Throughout the United States,
thousands of sites will promote
boating and fi shing by hosting events.
If interested, take advantage of this
opportunity to spread awareness of, or
participation in, a particular group, or to
increase sales at a store. The foundation
helps individuals to achieve these goals
by doing the following: 1. Providing
event-planning resources for free,
including suggestions for organizing
logistics and ideas for identifying and
mobilizing sponsors and partners in
the area; and 2. Promoting any events
that interested individuals register on
the TakeMeFishing web site for families,
through a public relations campaign for
the National Fishing and Boating Week.
Visit the RBFF web site for more
information.
rbff.org // takemefishing.org
LAKE ERIE FISHING MORE OF A PROBLEMGreat Lakes fi shing has become more diffi cult, due to algae
and the increasing cost of fuel.
Other factors contributing to the diffi culty include the 4%
reduction in the legal catch limit for yellow perch in Lake Erie,
and the nearly 33% increase in the catch limit for walleye, as
determined by a board of fi ve fi shing managers.
The board is the Lake Erie Committee, which includes
members from Michigan, New York, Ohio, Ontario and
Pennsylvania. Its diffi cult job is to attempt to please a wide
variety of Canadian and U.S. fi shermen.
Crews catching fi sh from the Canadian side of Lake Erie
mainly drop trawl nets, and are employed by a commercial
company working for retail supermarkets and restaurants.
On the other side of the lake, the majority of U.S. anglers
are sport fi shermen, using rods from pleasure boats, bridges
or shorelines, and aiming to catch individual walleye and
yellow perch. These different starting points, combined with
catch limits across the lake, for only walleye and yellow perch,
create competing interests.
There are now 28% fewer yellow perch than there were in
2010, or 130 million, according to an estimate by a Lake Erie
Committee task force. This led the board to drop the catch
limit in 2011, to 12.6 million from 13.1 million. In addition, the
board raised the walleye catch limit to 2.9 million this year,
from 2.2 million.
The lake committee uses mathematical formulas and
complicated biological data to establish the limits each year.
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SALMON-A-RAMAMark your calendars for July 9
through July 17, 2011, when the
2011 Salmon-A Rama will take
place at the Racine, Wis. lake-
front. If you have any comments or
suggestions to be considered for
the 2011 event, tell the organizers
by posting in the forum section of
the Salmon Unlimited Wisconsin web site.
Each day, a $250 cash prize will be awarded to the contestant who
catches the largest “Featured Fish”: chinook salmon on July 9,
coho salmon on July 10, brown trout on July 11, rainbow trout on
July 12, lake trout on July 13, brown trout on July 14, coho salmon
on July 15, chinook salmon again on July 16, and any species on
July 17.
Salmon Unlimited Wisconsin, a Racine-based organization
dedicated to the betterment of Lake Michigan, its fi shing,
tributaries, and shoreline, took over the day-to-day operations of
the tournament and activities in 2010.
Purchase tickets online through July 15 at http://salmon-a-rama.
com/registration.php. Tickets that are purchased after midnight
on July 9 are subject to a $5 late registration fee, as well as a
mandatory, 24-hour cool-down period before weigh-in is allowed.
salmon-a-rama.com // salmonunlimitedwisconsin.com
TAKEMEFISHING.ORG HOTSPOTS MAP The Recreational Boating & Fishing
Foundation (RBFF) in mid-March
announced that its TakeMeFishing.
org Hotspots Map is now featured
on 18 consumer web sites, and the
number of companies wanting to
use it is growing. The embeddable
map was originally created as
part of RBFF’s unprecedented
data project to improve boating
and fi shing access information on
TakeMeFishing.org, and RBFF would like to see it on as many
stakeholder sites as possible to help motivate participation in
the sport.
“We don’t want anyone to miss out on this important project
that makes it easier for people to get out on the water boating
and fi shing,” said RBFF President and CEO Frank Peterson.
Research shows that most participants want to fi nd a place
to boat and fi sh close to home, within 30 to 60 minutes away.
RBFF has collected more than 65,000 boating and fi shing
locations and is currently adding
them to the Hotspots Map for users.
“We’re committed to collecting
as many locations as possible
and making them available on
TakeMeFishing.org, so people can
easily plan for a day on the water,”
Peterson said.
The Kansas Department of Wildlife
& Parks was the fi rst state partner
to display the Hotspots Map on its site. Now several industry
partners, including BASS, BoatUS, Discovery Education,
Field & Stream, FirstBoat.com, Outdoor Life and Trip Advisor
are also using it. Most recently, the Outdoor Channel
incorporated the Hotspots Map on its web site, in addition
to Pure Fishing, which added the map to nine of its brand
sites: Abu Garcia, Berkley, Fenwick, Mitchell, Penn, Pfl ueger,
Shakespeare, Spiderwire and Stren.
(703) 519-0013 // rbff.org // takemefishing.org/state/page
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SUNSET HARBOUR YACHT CLUB REDEFINES MIAMI BEACH LUXURY
Nestled on two acres along Biscayne Bay, just a mile and a half
north of Government Cut, Sunset Harbour Yacht Club (SHYC),
located in Miami Beach, Fla., features fi xed, concrete docks
and 125 deepwater slips with 10-foot depths to accommodate
sport cruisers and sail boats from 45 to 160 feet in length, and
catamarans and mega yachts with heights of up to 65 feet.
Celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2011, SHYC features
an equity club membership program where owners and
shareholders share a piece of the prime, waterfront real
estate. In addition to their wet slip and a gated, covered
parking space, new buyers are granted membership
privileges including the use of a private fi tness center, a
heated, Olympic-size pool, electrical, fresh water, phone,
internet digital satellite TV and a personal dock box.
“We are seeing sales recover as slip ownership regains market
appeal for luxury boat owners tired of leasing,” said Ginger
Hornaday, Broker Associate with ONE Sotheby’s International
Realty. “Interested buyers looking for a secure home for their
vessel covet the convenience of slip ownership as well as the
privacy and fi ve-star amenities that SHYC has to offer.”
In the heart of South Beach, SHYC lies within walking distance
of a number of fi ne restaurants, Miami Beach Golf Club and
the popular shopping destination of Lincoln Road. Designated
a clean marina, SHYC is full-service with restrooms, showers,
laundry facilities and dry cleaning pick up and drop off.
SHYC was voted best marina of Miami Beach in 2008, 2009
and 2010 by the U.S. Local Business Association.
http://sunsetharbouryc.com
YACHT CLUB PROFILE: OCONTO YACHT CLUBThe Oconto Yacht Club (OYC) was established on Dec. 14,
1947, and is located on the Oconto River on the western
shore of Green Bay, Wis., about 10 minutes upriver from
the bay. OYC is situated on nine acres in a park-like setting.
All slips have plenty of “green space,” and most have trees
close to the slips. The OYC has a fi repit on the river side to
enjoy evenings socializing, and an outside grill for cookouts.
This is a nicely sheltered club with a well-supplied
clubhouse for its members. Amenities include a kitchen,
lounge area, showers, and a fully-stocked bar. The
clubhouse is available to members to use for weddings,
birthdays, or other celebrations. OYC schedules several
boating trips annually, and seeks to add new destinations
or change some cruises. OYC is a family-oriented club that
welcomes children and pets. Kids, grandkids and other family
members are allowed to camp for the weekend.
OYC is a working club. What’s a working club, you ask?
Well, there are two work parties a year. One is in the spring
(April) and the other in the fall (October). Members maintain
the club’s docks and tend to the yard maintenance, club
cleaning and boat lifting, which help to keep dues down.
The club also owns a dredge that ensures the channel and
lagoon are kept at a minimum depth of fi ve feet.
Lift service is offered to power or sail boats up to 40 feet long
and 14 feet wide. Outdoor winter storage is also available.
The club offers marine fuel with no ethanol for the members’
boats, a travel lift and a gin pole.
You’ll enjoy the friendships you develop here.
ocontoyachtclub.info/index.html
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RACINE YACHT CLUB CERTIFIED AS A CLEAN MARINA At the quarterly meeting of the Wisconsin Marina Association,
the Racine Yacht Club was awarded the Wisconsin Clean
Marina certifi cation. As a Certifi ed Clean Marina, the Racine
Yacht Club has agreed to adhere to Best Management
Practices (BMP) as developed by University of Wisconsin Sea
Grant Institute, UW-Extension Solid and Hazardous Waste
Center with support from the Wisconsin Coastal Management
Program. The marina association is administering the
certifi cation program. The BMPs were developed over the last
two years to guide marinas and yacht clubs in sustainable
environmental practices.
The Racine Yacht Club is the fi rst yacht club to join the ranks
of 10 other Certifi ed Clean Marinas throughout Wisconsin.
There are more than 260 clubs and marina facilities in the state.
wisconsincleanmarina.org
DETROIT YACHT CLUB SPONSORS APBA GOLD CUP
The Detroit Yacht Club (DYC) has been named the Presenting Sponsor
of the 2011 Detroit American Power Boat Association (APBA) Gold
Cup Races, which are scheduled to take place from July 8 to 10 on
the Detroit River.
As Presenting Sponsor, the DYC will lead the fundraising efforts for
the event, including seeking businesses, individuals and clubs to help
preserve one of the oldest, ongoing events in the city.
The Gold Cup is considered the oldest contested motorsports
trophy in the world, with Detroit hosting the longest running, yearly
hydroplane race in the world. The race will be held at the Detroit River
racecourse, an oval-shaped course just north of the Belle Isle Bridge.
The three-day event will feature a “free Friday” with no admission
charge. In addition to the unlimited hydroplanes, vintage race boats, superlight tunnel boats and offshore race boats will be
featured. The U.S. Navy’s West Coast Super Hornet Demo Team will be returning this year, performing fl ight demonstrations with
one of the Armed Forces’ most impressive aircraft, the FA-18.
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BOATING RESTRICTED AT PORTAGE MARINABoaters using Portage Marina along
Burns Ditch in Portage, Ind., will
notice extra activity as the Indiana
Department of Transportation (INDOT)
continues work this spring on a bridge
maintenance project.
Cofferdams, which are enclosures
which allow water to be pumped out to
create a dry work environment, have
been constructed around all the bridge
piers. Boaters will still have a 35-foot
access lane through the work zone,
but the waterway is restricted. INDOT
is working with the Port Authority,
the Coast Guard and the marina to
maintain safety on this project, which is
expected to last through July.
MarinasReduced seasonal slip rates and a three-nights-for-the-price-
of-two transient special beckon boaters this season to one of
west Michigan’s best kept secrets—the White Lake Municipal
Marina (WLMM) in picturesque Whitehall, Mich., on White Lake.
The city-owned municipal marina offers 50 slips, 30 of which
are transient. The seasonal slip rates have been reduced
to be more comparable to other, similarly-sized marinas in
the state. Seasonal boaters at the WLMM will also receive
four complimentary tickets to the Howmet Playhouse.
Additionally, during the 2011 season, transient boaters who
pay for two consecutive dockage nights at the marina will
receive the third consecutive night free of charge.
Amenities include gas and diesel, water, ice, laundry,
restrooms and showers. The city’s goal is to have bicycles
available for marina patrons this year. WLMM is a short
walk to many shops and restaurants and is adjacent to the
White Lake Pathway, which connects to the Hart-Montague
bike trail.
Set your Lake Michigan course for White Lake and the deal of
the 2011 boating season. The White Lake Municipal Marina is
staffed Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. To reserve
a seasonal or transient slip, call the White Lake Municipal
Marina directly during the season at (231) 894-9689 or during
the off-season, call the city of Whitehall at (231) 894-4048.
Online reservations can be made at www.michigan.gov/dnr.
cityofwhitehall.org //whitelake.org
BOAT RAMP PROJECTS RECEIVE NEEDED REPAIRS
IMPROVEMENTS PLANNED FOR SISTER BAY MARINA
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), Division of
Watercraft, will provide $168,157 for urgent boat launch facility
repairs and maintenance at 14 sites statewide this spring.
Funding is provided through the Waterways Safety Fund,
which consists of monies paid by boaters for watercraft
registration and titling fees, federal grants and a small share
of the state motor fuel tax (0.875%).
A total of 14 repair projects, each ranging in cost from $4,136
to $20,000, will be completed by June 1, including 11 facilities
located in Ohio’s state parks. A list of the approved projects is
available online.
ohiodnr.com
Sister Bay Marina, located in the Village
of Sister Bay, Wis., plans to enlarge and
improve its current marina, by adding
the Al Johnson Marina to its property
recently, and, earlier, buying the
neighboring property, Casperson.
Plans call for an increased number of
public slips, a stop-and-go dock to
allow boaters to moor while visiting the
village, and more boat rentals available
to the public. A connecting structure
will include tables and benches on a
large deck. Park land will be on the
street side, helping to create a south
end with picnic and beach areas,
and a north end with a public beach
and waterfront.
MARINA PROFILE: WHITE LAKE MUNICIPAL MARINA
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MARINA RATES TO RISE DURING COAST GUARD FESTIVAL WEEK
CORNUCOPIA HARBOR MARINA IMPROVEMENTSIn the far north reaches of Bayfi eld County, Wis., the small, neighboring communities of Bell and Cornucopia may soon
make improvements to the two marinas located in Cornucopia Harbor.
Bell is seeking bids for dredging approximately 3,000 cubic yards from its marina. Plans are also underway to create public
access to the outer breakwater that shelters the entrance to Cornucopia’s harbor. If the project is approved, the inner break
wall would acquire a hard-surface, ADA-accessible path.
Recreational boaters will be spending a bit more for dockage
at the Grand Haven Municipal Marina during the Coast Guard,
then put a period after demand.
For a vessel up to 25 feet in length, daily rates will increase
from $28 to $36. Fees for larger boats would increase as well.
These fees will be effective for Coast Guard week, which runs
from July 31 through Aug. 7. City offi cials estimate that the
increase will bring in an additional $3,400 to the city.
The minimum transient rate of $25 per day will be in effect for
the rest of the current boating season.
Sandy Katt, Grand Haven Community Affairs Manager,
states that the marina earns approximately $60,000 each
year. However, recent improvements have resulted in a
$700,000 interfund debt that is to be paid back during the
next 10 years. Once the debt is retired, the marina will be at
a break-even point.
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CruisingThe Great Lakes Cruising Club (GLCC)
will hold its 2011 Rendezvous from July
9 to 13 at Gore Bay on Manitoulin Island
in Ontario, Canada.
A full schedule of activities and social
gatherings includes seminars, Port
Captains’ Meeting, ice cream social,
ship’s store, fl eet review, Commodore’s
reception, volleyball tournament, RC
boat races, bilge auction, dressing ship,
and Commodore’s Dinner.
There are two well-maintained tennis courts just steps away from the docks, game fi shing is accessible, and just outside of town
is a challenging nine-hole golf course.
Most GLCC members will come to the Rendezvous by boat, car or RV, but it’s also possible to reach Gore Bay by personal plane
or air charter company. The Gore Bay-Manitoulin Airport is a certifi ed, year-round service-oriented facility just minutes away
from the harbor.
glcclub.com
GREAT LAKES CRUISING CLUB RENDEZVOUS
This summer, the S/V Denis Sullivan will be conducting a
2-week cruise along Wisconsin’s Schooner Coast, which will
begin at Manitowoc, continue through Two Rivers, Kewaunee
and Algoma, and end in Sturgeon Bay.
On June 25 and 26, the Denis Sullivan will dock at the
Wisconsin Maritime Museum in Manitowoc, Wis., to be part of
the museum’s 2-day River Rendezvous event. Visitors can take
a deck tour of the schooner or book a Lake Michigan cruise.
From Manitowoc, the ship will travel along Wisconsin’s
Schooner Coast, stopping overnight in Kewaunee, Wis., on
June 29, and then weigh anchor for a 3-day port call at the
Door County Maritime Museum in Sturgeon Bay, Wis. From
July 2 through July 4, Door County tourists and residents can
tour or take a lake cruise on the 19th-century schooner.
Adults can secure a berth on the world’s only 3-masted
recreation of a 19th-century, Great Lakes cargo schooner for
a special 3-day cruise along the Schooner Coast from July
5 to 7. During the voyage, passengers can choose to help
the crew set the sails or take a turn at the helm. Or, they can
sit back, relax and enjoy the uninterrupted beauty of Lake
Michigan and its coast.
(866) 724-2356 // [email protected]
LAKE ERIE INTERCLUB CRUISE
WISCONSIN’S SCHOONER COAST VOYAGE
Boats from the United States and Canada will once again participate in the Lake Erie Interclub Cruise that will be held from
June 25 to 29. The series provides fi ve days of sailboat racing and cruising as the entrants race from port to port. In addition,
the regatta provides time to experience the conviviality of the participating clubs, as well as the opportunity to discover the
pleasures of each port.
The organizing authority is the Lake Erie Interclub Cruise Committee that is represented by the following clubs: Buffalo Yacht
Club, Buffalo Canoe Club, Dunkirk Yacht Club, Erie Yacht Club, Sugarloaf Sailing Club, Buffalo Harbor Sailing Club and the
Port Dover Yacht Club. The 2011 event will be governed by the rules as defi ned in the ISAF Racing Rules of Sailing (2009-2012),
which can be found at www.sailing.org the Sailing Instructions and its attachments.
erieinterclub.com
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Lake Effect Boat Week is scheduled to be held in Muskegon, Mich., from Aug. 15
to 21. Join the attempt to make Western Michigan and Muskegon Lake the raft-up
capital of the world and break last year’s record of 1,651 boats that gathered at
Cumberland Lake, Ky.
On Saturday, Aug. 20 (back-up date Aug. 21), boaters are expected to gather from
across the area by land and by lake. Boaters from the ports of West Michigan,
Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin and beyond are invited to show the pride and
camaraderie of the entire Lake Michigan region.
Muskegon Lake is accessible from many boat ramps or via Lake Michigan through
the Muskegon Channel.
Muskegon Lake is the region’s largest full-speed lake, with public and private marinas providing thousands of boat slips and
offering a range of products and services, including boater-friendly restaurants.
lakeeffectboating.com
LAKE EFFECT’S RAFT-UP
The 24th Annual Whitefi sh Chain Antique and Classic Wood
Boat Rendezvous will be held from July 22 to 23 in Crosslake,
Minn. Activities will be held at the Moonlite Bay Family
Restaurant and Bar, at the intersection of CR 16 and 66.
This show promotes fun, relaxation, and a fl y-by that
follows the boat show. During the event, attendees will
enjoy the company of fellow skippers and fi rst mates, liquid
refreshments, outdoor grilling and entertainment.
Tie up and registration will begin on Saturday, July 23, at 8 a.m.
whitefishchainboatshow.com
ANTIQUE & CLASSIC WOOD BOAT RENDEZVOUS
MARINEMAX CRUISING NEAR AND FARJoin MarineMax Ohio from July 12 to 17 for a 5-night, fun-fi lled getaway to places near or around St. Clair Lake and River. There
will be a stop at a different place each day. Places to be visited include Windsor, Ontario; Grosse Pointe Yacht Club, Grosse
Pointe Shores, Mich.; Algonac, Mich.; and more. There will be activities for the whole family. For more information or to RSVP,
call Heidi Biglin at (419) 797-4492 or e-mail [email protected].
The MarineMax team is also planning a Father’s Day weekend in Bimini Island, Bahamas, at the Bimini Bay Resort and Marina.
Fishing, diving, snorkeling and just about any water sports activity you can think of are available in the waters of Bimini. Slips
are limited. Contact Dan Aultman for more information, [email protected] or (772) 287-4495.
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NationalNATIONAL RECREATIONAL BOATING SAFETY STRATEGIC PLAN
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On March 7, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Auxiliary National
Commodore Jim Vass signed the Strategic Plan of the
National Recreational Boating Safety Program for 2012
to 2016. Vass joined representatives of 20 major boating
and water safety organizations from around the country in
signing the document at the International Boating and Water
Safety Summit.
The plan outlines key performance goals and objectives
necessary to reduce recreational boating fatalities and
injuries during the next fi ve years.
During 2009, 736 boaters died in accidents and another 3,358
were injured. The plan for 2012 to 2016 outlines 11 objectives
and supporting strategies aimed at developing a “robust safety
culture” among the boating public through a combination of
educational outreach, regulation and enforcement.
The 11 objectives identifi ed in the plan target are: safety
education certifi cates and course completions, boating safety
outreach, advanced and/or on-the-water skills-based boating
education, life jacket wear, operator compliance, navigation
rules, boating under the infl uence, manufacturer compliance,
operator compliance with USCG-required safety equipment,
boating accident reporting, research and development and
effectiveness of non-profi t organization grants.
cgaux.org
U.S Coast Guard Auxiliary Commodore Jim Vass was one of 20 signatories to the National Recreational Boating Safety Program's strategic plan during ceremonies March 7 at the International Boating and Water Safety Summit.
Nearly 13 million registered boaters in the United States
are planning to hit the water this boating season. As part of
their preparations, boaters would benefi t from making sure
that they have the latest National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration (NOAA) nautical charts on hand to avoid
groundings or accidents while navigating along the coast.
With modern technological advancements,
obtaining the latest chart is easier—and more
important—than ever.
Because storms alter sea fl oors, and water
depths constantly change due to shifting shoals
and submerged hazards, NOAA’s Offi ce of
Coast Survey is charged with maintaining the
nation’s suite of more than 1,000 nautical charts,
covering about 3.5 million square nautical miles
of ocean coasts and the Great Lakes.
NOAA updates its charts weekly using
hydrographic survey data that is collected by
the agency, along with the most current U.S.
Coast Guard Local Notice to Mariners, National
Geospatial-Intelligence Agency Notice to
Mariners, and other critical safety information
reported by commercial mariners or other sources.
Recreational boaters may also submit information or chart
discrepancies through the Offi ce of Coast Survey’s web site.
allianceforsafenavigation.org // nauticalcharts.noaa.gov/pod/POD.htm
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Cruisers Yachts, a manufacturer of luxury yachts, has been
awarded a Best of the Year award by MotorBoating in the
category of Interior Design for its 48 Cantius Sports Coupe.
The new model couples the elegance of a mega yacht with
the practicality of an express hull and marks the beginning of
a new era for Cruisers Yachts.
Each February, MotorBoating selects an exclusive group
of boats, electronics, engines and gear that enhance and
change the landscape of the boating industry. “The Cruisers
Yachts team succeeded in bringing innovation to the market
with the 48 Cantius, and the open style of the interior will
likely defi ne a new generation of sports coupe models,” said
Pierce Hoover, editor of MotorBoating.
The 48 Cantius is the fi rst of a new line of models. Cruiser
Yachts has announced that renderings for a 41-foot model
will be introduced in July 2011. The company has seen an
increase in sales at both the wholesale and retail levels since
the debut of the new yacht.
In addition to the MotorBoating award, the 48 Cantius was
named “Queen” of the 81st Annual Chicago Boat, RV &
Outdoors Show that was held from Jan. 12 to 16.
cruisersyachts.com
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CRUISERS YACHTS AWARDED BEST INTERIOR
FUELING YOUR BOATHere are some precautions to follow when fueling your boat:
• Close all of the windows and doors before refueling.
• Frequently check fuel lines and connections for leaks and
worn spots.
• Be sure the engine and all electrical devices are turned off.
• When gasoline passes through the hose, it generates
static electricity. If that “sparks” with the fumes at the fuel
tank fi ll point, an explosion can occur. To dissipate the
static electricity, keep the metal nozzle of the hose in
contact with the metal part of the refueling opening.
• Try not to spill any fuel during the process.
• When fueling is complete, securely fasten the gas cap.
• Open up all windows and doors to ventilate.
• If you have inboard or inboard/outboard engines, run the
bilge blower. Run the fan for at least fi ve minutes. (It’s a
good idea to run this blower before ANY engines start,
since even a small leak can produce lots of fumes.)
• NO SMOKING!
Use your nose! If you smell gas, shut everything down and
fi nd the source.
Boats less than 26 feet must have at least one B-1
extinguisher. Boats between 26 feet and less than 40 feet
must have two B-1s or one B-2. When buying extinguishers,
purchase the ones that have “ABC” printed on them. They will
put out combustible material and liquids, such as gasoline
or grease, and electrical fi res. The number indicates the
capacity—II is larger than I. As to how many and what size
to buy, more and larger is the way to go. Make sure fi re
extinguishers are Coast Guard-approved.
PHYSICALLY-CHALLENGED SAILORS MOST ABLE TO WINThe Argo Challenge announced its campaign to fund an
international crew of disabled athletes in the Americas Cup,
the most prestigious competition in international yachting. The
goal was to raise between $6 and $10 million by the March 31
deadline for entry fees. The Americas Cup will be held in San
Francisco in 2013, but the World Series begins in June.
Lynn Fitzpatrick, Argo Challenge communications & marketing
director, made the announcement from Shake-a-Leg Miami,
the host of three Paralympic sailing disciplines during the
Rolex Miami Olympic Classes Regatta. “Let’s change the
notion of what is normal in what will be one of the most visible
international sporting events for the next 2.5 years,” she said.
The Argo Challenge marks a milestone in sport and social values,
said Argo Challenge President Antonio Spinelli from Turin, Italy.
“This was just a dream fi ve years ago and it’s a reality now.”
Two-time Olympic Bronze medalist and Argo skipper, Lars
Grael, will be joined on board by 10 other Argonauts: talented
sailors and cross-trained competitive athletes from at least six
countries, including Brazil, England, France, Germany, Ireland
and the United States.
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Sailing
SAILORS UNITE AT SAILING SPOKEN HERE Mariners everywhere have a new global port to call home: Sailing Spoken Here has set
sail to become the premier online network for sailors to congregate offshore. Created
by Mount Gay Rum, a longtime sponsor of regattas worldwide, Sailing Spoken Here is
designed to appeal to every rank of boater, from weekend yachtsmen to competitive
racers. Sailors can celebrate every facet of the sport, connect with fellow enthusiasts,
argue a protest, replay a race move, upload regatta pictures and even fi nd a crew.
Founded in 1703, Mount Gay Rum became an integral part of the sailing community
more than three centuries ago. Early sailors would bring home a cask of rum as proof that they had been to Barbados. In more
modern times, Mount Gay’s commitment to regattas, events and sponsorships within the sailing world have earned considerable
brand loyalty, so much so that the “Mount Gay red cap,” presented only to sailors who complete a race, has become a symbol and
a trophy of victory.
sailingspokenhere.com
BAYVIEW YACHT CLUB PREPARES FOR MACKINAC RACEDetroit’s Bayview Yacht Club (BYC) is accepting
registrations until July 1 for the 87th Bayview
Mackinac Race that will sail from Port Huron to
Mackinac Island.
“We have updated our web site to make it easier
for skippers to register online and Bayview has
standardized entrance fees to make it more
affordable for this year’s participants,” said Charlie
Elmer, 2011 Bayview Mackinac Race Chairman.
The web site also features the updated Mackinac Safety
Regulations for race participants, the offi cial Notice of Race
rules and regulations and the standardized entry fee of $13 per
foot for each sailboat, based-on the boat length overall.
Some 200 to 250 boats are expected to participate in the annual
race that will begin on Saturday, July 23. Each year the Bayview
race alternates with the Chicago Yacht Club on
which race is held fi rst, so members of each club
can participate in the other’s regatta. Chicago
goes fi rst this year, and its race starts on July 16.
“Another new feature for 2011 is we are allowing
all sailboats—cruising or racing— to enter the
shore course. From its traditional start in Lake
Huron near Port Huron, the sailboats will head
due north on two separate courses. The shorter
course is called the Shore Course and runs
252 statute miles along the Michigan shoreline. The race also
features a longer, 298-mile course called Cove Island that
takes the typically larger boats into Canadian waters before
heading toward Mackinac Island,” Elmer said.
Contact the BYC for full race information.
byc.com
Sailors for the Sea, the only ocean conservation nonprofi t
focused on the sailing and boating community, introduces its
“Salty Dog” membership, which allows dog owners to register
their dogs as Sailors for the Sea supporters.
The 12-month membership gives seafaring canines the
opportunity to display their love of the ocean and support
ocean conservation. Each month, the Sailors for the Sea
newsletter and web site will feature a Salty Dog and their
water activities. By sharing their dog’s love for the water, dog
owners can help spread the word about ocean conservation.
Each ‘Salty Dog’ owner will enjoy full membership benefi ts,
including a Sailors for the Sea sticker and brochure, 20% off
Atlantis WeatherGear merchandise, and 30% discounts on all
ePaint products.
Registration is easy. Visit http://sailorsforthesea.org/
Membership/salty-dog-membership.aspx, select “Salty
Dog” in the drop down menu and in the comment section
provide Sailors for the Sea with the dog’s name. Along
with the membership confi rmation, registrants will receive
a questionnaire about their dog and water lifestyle. Once
completed and returned to Sailors for the Sea, their “Salty
Dog” profi le will be developed.
sailorsforthesea.org
SAILORS FOR THE SEA’S ‘SALTY DOG’ MEMBERSHIP
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OFFSHORE TEAM LEADING NEW GENERATION OF SAILORS In announcing the members of its 2011 sailing roster, the
All-American Offshore Team (AAOT) hopes to jumpstart a
movement to foster youth opportunities in offshore racing as
they will do aboard the STP65 Vanquish, which will compete
in four key events this year: the 66th Storm Trysail Club’s
Around Block Island Race; the Annapolis to Newport Race;
the Transatlantic Race (Newport, R. I., to The Lizard, England)
and the Rolex Fastnet Race.
The age range for AAOT was modeled on the age cutoff for
the Volvo Ocean Race with nine sailors between the ages of
18 and 30, who were selected to join the AAOT Management
Team. The 2011 All-American Offshore Team represents nine
different states with an onboard average age of 23.
In late May, the full team will congregate at U.S. Merchant
Marine Academy headquarters in New York, N.Y., to
participate in the Safety at Sea Seminar and begin their
fi rst practice. In early June, the 2011 AAOT will relocate to
Annapolis, Md., for the start of the Annapolis to Newport
Race, followed by an offshore training session, which will
be held as the fi nal preparation for the 2,975-nautical mile
Transatlantic Race from Newport, R.I., to the Lizard, U.K.
HALL OF FAME NOMINATION FORM NOW ONLINEThe sport of sailing is a step closer to having its own “Hall
of Famers” with The National Sailing Center & Hall of
Fame (NSHOF) starting the process by going live with an
online form that the general public is invited to use to make
nominations. The future Hall of Famers will be American
citizens, 45 years of age and older, who have made signifi cant
impacts on the growth and development of the sport in the
United States in categories such as design, racing, cruising,
coaching and administration, among others. Non-citizens
may also be nominated if they have infl uenced the sport in
the United States, and posthumous nominations will also be
accepted. The nomination period will close on June 1, with
the inductees for 2011 determined by late August. To make a
nomination, visit: http://nominate.nshof.org.
The historic fi rst group of NSHOF inductees will be honored
on Oct. 23, 2011, during ceremonies scheduled to take place
at the San Diego Yacht Club in California. The undertaking
to recognize Americans who have made outstanding
contributions to the sport of sailing is central to the mission
of the NSHOF, which was formed in 2005 and has completed
phase one of its plan to establish a permanent facility on the
historic waterfront of Annapolis, Md. A selection committee
appointed by NSHOF will include representatives from
the national governing body, the sailing media, the sailing
industry, community sailing, a maritime museum and NSHOF
founding yacht clubs.
nshof.org
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SEBAGO TRITON SPORTThe Sebago Triton Sport is a summer, casual sneaker that
is stylish and sporty. This athletically-inspired shoe makes
the most of premium, full-grain and nubuck leather. A nylon
shank offers support alongside other comfort features that
include a lightweight EVA midsole. Sebago® Triton™ rubber
cup sole provides exceptional, no-slip stepping. Available in
sizes 7 through 12 and 13 in medium.
$100 // (866) 699-7367 // sebago.com
THE LAW The Launch and Walk System will help prevent the
slip-and-fall injuries that frequently accompany the
manual launch of a small-to-medium boat from a
shallow, murky access ramp, into the water. This high-
strength, easy-to-use trailer application allows a boat
owner to launch the boat while remaining dry. A mostly
aluminum mechanism capable of supporting up to 300
pounds, it is attached near the hitch, via a spring-
loaded, steel pin.
$695 // (586) 585-1552 // theLAWsystem.com
POWERMONKEY-EXPLORERThe Powermonkey-eXplorer is a small, powerful, solar-powered
electronic gadget charger. There are so many gadgets
to charge on a boat trip—including music players, global
positioning systems, iPhones and game players—that it’s
useful for the sun to take the pressure off the power outlets
connected to the boat’s battery.
$109.95 // (877) 886-2646 // stuf fjunction.com
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TUMMY TAMERRelieving the disagreeable effects of rough waters,
bumpy roads, rocking trains, turbulent fl ights and
spinning Ferris wheels, the convenient Queaz-Away
Travelers’ Wristbands exert gentle pressure on specifi c
points of the wrist to minimize or eliminate the miserable
results of motion sickness.
The one-size-fi ts-all, washable wristbands are made
of tough, long-lasting materials. With no complicated
buckles or adjustments, they’re safe and easy-to-use.
$9.99 // (510) 732-9229 // davisnet.com
POWERCAP™The new Pilot Series POWERCAP™ Night Vision Cap
has two red light-emitting diodes (LEDs) and three white
LEDs on separate circuits, to help you maintain your night
vision in the dark on the water. Some of the lights provide
task lighting, while a powerful LED light on the cap brim
can project more than 60 feet. A simple button in the cap
brim serves all of these needs.
$39.95 // (203) 324-4171 // sailorsnightvisioncap.com
EZYBOATThe EzyBoat is a compact pod that quickly and easily
opens to become a 14-foot fi berglass runabout, fi shing
boat or daysailer.
When open and ready for use, the EzyBoat is 14.5 feet
long, but it trailers at eight feet for easy towing and
maneuvering. The wheels retract into the hull with a pull
on a handle after launching. Power comes from a gas or
electric outboard with up to 25 horsepower.
$10,999 // (612) 859-6000 // ezyboat.com
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DUAL-ACTION POLISHERThe Shurhold Dual-Action Polisher’s 6-inch oscillating
head provides a great fi nish, without burns or swirls.
General detail maintenance like waxing and buffi ng
can now be done in half the time, with half the effort
and half the amount of product.
$149.98 // (800) 962-6241 //shurhold.com
SOLAR BOAT PUMPRising Sun Innovation’s Solar Bilge Buddy boat
and dinghy pump is affordable, convenient and
eco-smart. Place the pump in the bottom of a boat
to remove any excess water. It conveniently runs
off a sealed, 12-volt, solar-powered battery. The
solar panel is even removable and can be placed
anywhere in the boat to get the best sunlight.
$159 // (631) 514-4532 // solarbilgebuddy.com
TUF-GLIDE SPRAY Sentry Solution’s TUF-GLIDE™, the quick-drying, powerful rust
inhibitor and lubricant, is now available in a convenient spray bottle.
It especially protects against rust, friction and wear. It will not attract
dust or dirt and does not leave a slippery fi lm like silicone.
It is available in a 4-ounce container, a one-quarter-ounce pen
applicator, a one-half-ounce precision applicator, and an 8-ounce
refi ll bottle.
Prices range from $5.85 to $20.50 // (603) 654-3001 //
sentrysolutions.com
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STA-Z-OFFSta-Z-Off is strong enough to prevent zebra mussels from
attaching to any submerged surface. Use this water-
based solution to treat aluminum, steel, fi berglass, rubber
or plastic substrates. It dries clear, and minimizes gel-
coat staining with an algae barrier. It is also non-toxic, and
does not release any heavy metals into the water.
Available in an 8-ounce bottle, a one-half-gallon or a
gallon container.
Prices range from $29.95 to $335 // (586) 850-6562 //
stazoff.com
IMC CHARGERIMC Chargers by Charles Marine are state-of-the-art battery
chargers specifi cally created for harsh marine environments.
Their rugged design, confi gurable settings and revolutionary
“man-machine” interfaces make these chargers the fi rst choice
for serious boaters.
They each include four bank programmable chargers with
independent 12/24 VDC selection, and six models available in 20
amp increments from 20 to 120 amps. There are simple, intuitive
menus for fast confi guration, and Universal AC input.
Prices range from $652 to $2,750.72 // (847) 806-6300 //
charlesindustries.com
LANOCOTEForespar’s natural solution for marine corrosion, Lanocote,
is now available in an aerosol-free dispenser bottle or a
wipe-on paste.
Lanocote is a safe and natural product that stops and
prevents rust, oxidation and electrolysis. It is the perfect
corrosion solution for environmentally-sensitive marine
locations. Formulated to withstand both fresh and salt
water, Lanocote forms a long-lasting, non-greasy moisture
barrier on all treated parts.
$9.40 // (949) 858-8820 // forespar.com
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PRE-OWNED BOATS94 27’ Wellcraft 2700 Martinque w/7.4L Merc 19,90005 27’ Sea Ray 270 Amberjack w/350 MAG MPI BRIII 49,90085 28’ Bayliner Contessa w/260 HP Volvo 9,90092 29’ Sea Ray 290 Sundancer w/7.4 Bravo II 310HP Merc 24,90000 29’ Chaparral Signature w/T-4.3L Volvos 49,90087 32’ Chris Craft Amerosport T-350 Crusaders 24,90087 32’ Carver Mariner w/T-270HP Crusaders 39,50094 32’ Wellcraft 3200 Martinique w/5.7L Merc 39,900 90 33’ Trojan 10 Meter Express w/T-454 Crusaders 34,90090 33’ Donzi Center Console w/T-250 Johnsons 19,90008 35’ Carver Mariner w/T-5.7 MPI Crusaders 229,00089 36’ Regal 360 Commodore w/T-7.4L Mercs 44,90088 36’ Carver Aft Cabin w/T-340 HP Crusaders 49,90007 37’ Cruisers 370 Express w/T-Yanmar Dsls 279,00007 40’ Sea Ray MY w/T-8.1S Horizon Mercs 329,00007 42’ Rinker 420 Express w/T-496 HO Mercruiser BRIII 199,00009 43’ Carver 43 Super Sport w/T-IPS 500 Volvos 499,000
BROKERED BOATS97 32’ Carver 325 Aft Cabin w/T-350XL Crusaders 54,90006 32’ Cruisers 320 Express w/T-6.2 MPI Mercs 99,50095 33’ Sea Ray 330 Sundancer w/T-7.4L Mercs 59,00000 33’ Wellcraft 3300 Martinique w/T-7.4L Mercs 74,90004 33’ Chaparral 330 Signature w/T-350 MAG MPI BRIII 119,00088 35’ Mainship Convertible w/T-454 Crusaders 49,50090 35’ Sea Ray 350 Express w/T-7.4L Mercs 39,90099 35’ Carver 356 Aft Cabin w/T-7.4L Mercs 119,00002 35’ Carver 356 Aft Cabin w/T-7.4L Mercs 129,90002 35’ Carver 350 Mariner w/T-6.2 MPI 320 Mercs 89,00007 35’ Rinker 350 Express w/T-350 MAG MPI BRIII Mercs 134,500 85 36’ Carver Aft Cabin w/T-454 CID Crusaders 39,90088 36’ Carver Mariner w/T-454 CID Crusaders 54,90099 36’ Carver 36 Mariner w/T-350 Mag Mercs 74,90001 36’ Trojan 360 Express w/T-454 Mag MPI Mercs 79,90003 36’ Carver 360 Sport Sedan w/T-8.1GI Volvos 172,50004 36’ Carver 360 Mariner w/T-6.0L MPI Crusaders 159,00006 36’ Carver 360 Mariner w/T-6.0 Crusaders 153,00094 38’ Carver 380 Santego w/T-7.4 Mercs 63,00002 38’ Carver 380 Santego w/T-6.2L Mercs 99,00003 38’ Sea Ray 380 Sundancer w/T-8.1L Mercruisers 169,90004 39’ Silverton MY w/T-3126 CATS 279,90005 39’ Carver 396 Aft Cabin w/T-8.1 GI Volvos 219,00005 39’ Carver 396 Motor Yacht w/T-8.1 GI Volvos 289,00001 40’ Sea Ray Sedan w/T-3126 Cats 255,00003 40’ Cruisers 405 Express Bridge w/T-370 HP Volvo Dsls 215,00007 40’ Cruisers 415 Express MY w/T-8.1GXI Volvos 399,00008 40’ Marquis Sport Coupe w/T-D6 Series IPS 370HP 569,00085 42’ Grand Banks 42 Classics w/T-3208 CATS 139,50007 42’ Carver 42 SS w/T-IPS 370 HP Volvo Dsls 349,00089 44’ Sea Ray 440 Aft Cabin w/T-330 Mercs 89,00005 44’ Carver 444 CMY w/T-D6 Volvo Dsls 289,00095 44’ Carver 440 Aft Cabin w/T-420 HP Cummins 229,90093 44’ Carver 440 MY w/T-3116TA CATS 169,900
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ILLINOISJUNE 10-12Pride of the Fox RiverfestMultiple venuesSt. Charlesprideofthefox.com
JUNE 10-12North Point Brokerage ShowNorth Point MarinaWinthrop Harborskipperbuds.com
JULY 17-21Coastal Zone 11 ConferenceHyatt RegencyChicagodoi.gov/initiatives/CZ11
IOWAMAY 13-14Muscatine Boat ShowRiverside ParkMuscatinemuscatineboatshow.com
MICHIGANJUNE 17-19Bay Harbor In-Water Boat ShowBay HarborBay Harborbayharbor.com
JUNE 17-19BridgefestMultiple venuesHoughton/Hancockbridgefestfun.com
JUNE 25International Tug Boat RaceDetroit River between Detroit & Windsor, OntarioDetroittugrace.com
JULY 8-10APBA God Cup Races(Unlimited Hydroplane Boat Race)Detroit RiverDetroitgold-cup.com
MINNESOTAJune 17-19Wooden Boat Show and Summer Solstice FestivalNorth House Folk School500 Highway 61 WestGrand Maraisnorthhouse.org/programs/events/
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NEW YORKJULY 8-10Antique & Classic Boat ShowLakeside Dr./Chautauqua LakeBemus Pointcltt-acbs.org
OHIOJUNE 11-12North Coast Harbor Boating & Fishing FestVoinovich Park and North Coast HarborClevelandboatingfest.com
JULY 17Lakeside Wooden Boat ShowHotel LakesideLakesidelakesidewoodenboatsociety.com
WISCONSINJUNE 3-5Pirate FestivalPort Washington HarborPort Washingtonportpiratefestival.com
JUNE 10-12Sturgeon Bay Boat ShowHarbor Club MarinaSturgeon Bayskipperbuds.com
JUNE 23-26Musky FestDowntown HaywardHaywardhaywardlakes.com
JUNE 25-26River RendezvousManitowoc River/ Wisconsin Maritime MuseumManitowocwisconsinmaritime.org
CANADAJULY 2-10National Fishing Week
JULY 9-AUGUST 27Great Ontario Salmon DerbyLake OntarioOntario, Canadasportshows.ca
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WPere Pointe Marina is tucked away in a cove on the Pere Marquette Lake just off Washington Street in Ludington, Michigan.
Marina Highlights:
✦ Close to downtown Ludington.
✦ Deep water marina serving boats up to 42 feet.
✦ Electric outlets for boats.
✦ Fresh water hook-ups for boats.
✦ Wave attenuators.
✦ Clubhouse with restrooms, showers & wireless internet.
✦ Seasonal rates start at $2,375.
✦ Transient boating rates start at $37.50 per night.
✦ Premier condos available for sale.
Pere Pointe Marina350 Lakeside Dr.
Ludington, MI231-843-8100
Pere Pointe Marina
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Boat Share Direct 41
BoatU.S. 3, 5
Carver Yachts 7
Chicago Harbors/Westrec BC
Coastal Zone 2011/DOI 27
Essex Credit IFC
Foremost Insurance 29
Fremont Insurance 43
Jefferson Beach Marina 17
Lake Forest College 10
Pere Pointe Marina 56
Princecraft 2
Progressive Insurance 11
Taste of the Great Lakes 39
ValvTect Petroleum 33
Waukegan Harbor IBC
Wisconsin’s Schooner Coast 45
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