DYC Fall Newsletter 2012

FALL 2012CMG Southern Bay Rendezvous at Deltaville Yachting Center on Broad Creek off theRappahannock River, July 17-18, 2012By Barbara Friedman, CMG Scribe

July 17th was a Tuesday, so obviously this was a weekday marina rendezvous and a bit unusual for a CMG get together. Actually, the CMG raft-ups are usually on week days, but the marinas are usually scheduled on weekends. In fact, one was scheduled in the Solomons for the following week end. Having no precedent for such a weekday venture it was anybody’s guess as to how many boats would be represented in Deltaville. We were delighted to have six boats represented for our late afternoon shared hors d’oeuvres gathering the first day (and 7 boats represented on the next day at the lunch). Three boats were assigned to transient slips, two boats were docked not far away and their owners came by car, and one boat was berthed at DYC (the owner, not yet a CMG member accepted a verbal invitation to join us). Despite the high heat and humidity making the whole area feel like a bake oven on high, we had a pleasant gathering around good food and interesting conversation by the sparkling clean pool in the shade of the boater’s lounge building. We brought the stand up fan from the lounge outside

R Dates to RememberAugust 30Begins 20% off Summer clothing- Boutique September 22Hampton Roads Sunfish Challenge & Dinghy Distance Race Virginia Waterway Clean Up Day @ DYC, 10 AM to Noon - meet in Ship’s Store Autumn Farmers Market, DVL Maritime Museum, 9 AM- 1PM Concert @ DVL Maritime Museum, 6-8PM “Jumbo Lump Daddy” September 27-30TrawlerFest, Baltimore Harbor September 298AM-4PM Wings, Wheels & Keels Show Hummel Air Field, Topping, Va. October 4-8 Annapolis Sailboat Show October 5-7Turkey Shoot Regatta October 11Begins 20% off Entire Boutique & Gifts October 11-14Annapolis Powerboat Show October 13Holly Point Art & Seafood Festival 10 AM-4 PM October 20 Chesapeake Yacht Sales Open House & Boatshow, 9 AM - 4:30 PM Free Sailing Class with Stingray Point Sailing School, 1 PM - 3 PM October 27Autumn Farmers Market, DVL Maritime Museum, 9 AM- 1PM November 2-355th Annual Urbanna Oyster Festival November 22Thanksgiving Day, DYC & CYS closed - including boatel November 24Thanksgiving Farmers Market, DVL Maritime Museum w/ Pier Walk Promenade & Hayrides, 9 AM-2PM, DYC & CYS Closed for Thanksgiving-Boatel Open November 27One Day Silly Santa Sale 8 AM-8PM, 40% off Entire Boutique & Gifts December 22Last Shopping Day @ DYC Boaters’ Boutique December 23- March 15DYC Boaters’ Boutique Closed December 24-28DYC & CYS Offices & Ship’s Store Closed, DYC Boatel Closed, DYC Boatel Opened on Dec. 22-23 and Dec. 29-31 January 1DYC & CYS Offices Closed January 1-March 31DYC Boatel Closed

cruising for 2weeks and their tachometers quit working, so they called and asked if DYC could have someone look at it after they arrived. Almost immediately after their arrival at the marina, they were introduced to the mechanic who would see what he could do about the problem. Shortly thereafter the tachs were working again. The last boat to arrive on Tuesday afternoon was “Wright of Passage” with Richard and Elaine Wright aboard. They keep their Mainship 34 on Slaughter Creek off the Little Choptank River in the northern Chesapeake. On the way south they had, not one, but three separate problems on their boat: no fresh water flowing through, a refrigerator that quit working, and their electronic navigation went out as well. They notified DYC and asked for service help if possible. Upon their arrival, DYC had someone at their boat almost immediately after they docked. Two of the problems were identified and corrected. The third one (the refrigerator) needed a specialist, so that was looked at the next day and the problem identified and addressed. Both of these CMG captains were very pleased with the prompt and efficient help provided to them.

July 18th, Wednesday, was another oven HOT scorcher registering 92 degrees by 9 AM when the Friedmans borrowed the marina car (with 385,000 miles on it) to make a grocery run to town. The day got HOTTER and HOTTER from there. At noon, however, the CMG all gathered in the air conditioned “conference room” off the marina store for a delicious caterer made lunch, offered and arranged by Onna Grimm, one of the marina owners. There was a choice of a Greek Salad or a tall club sandwich, Doritos or Sun Chips, a pickle slice, a cold soda or juice drink, a luscious piece of homemade chocolate cake with “melt in your mouth” icing for dessert. Besides the marina owners, two of Chesapeake Yacht Sales/DYC sales reps and their wives joined us for the luncheon and everyone introduced his or her self around the tables. Lew Grimm, co-owner of DYC, gave an excellent presentation about the current status of the Mainship Company’s Chapter 11 process and how it may affect the Mainship dealers, and then he answered questions from the floor about maintenance on Mainships or boats in general. There were several pertinent questions and Lew answered each one in a clear and helpful way, including a few tips of his own.. (Did you know that just plain vinegar is great for taking rust off of metal? It will soak rust right off.) Commodore Jerry spoke briefly about membership, the burgee, and CMG hat available for purchase.

We received two new memberships in CMG: Mike and Mary Wolfe (30 Pilot,” Sea Beagle”) and John and Karen Arrington (34 ft. Trawler, “Happy Ours”). Both new members keep their boats docked at DYC. We now had seven boats represented at this rendezvous: 5 southern boats –“ Rivanna” from Stingray Point (Anna and Richard Florence); “Red Rider” from Carter Creek (Pat and Bruce Julian); “Judy Lynn” from Fishing Bay (Judy and Dick English); and our two newest members (see above); 2 northern boats – “Wright of Passage” from Slaughter Creek (Elaine and Richard Wright); “Come Alive” from the Tred Avon River (Barbara And Jerry Friedman). There was also one visiting couple who are still sailboat owners but are looking at Mainship trawlers as a possible next boat.

At 3:30 pm all the CMG folks who were interested piled into a couple of cars and went to the brand new West Marine super store in Deltaville. They had their grand opening just a week ago. Bruce Julian had prearranged a time for our group to arrive there and upon meeting the store manager, we were given 15% off on any purchases. The group roamed around that very large store for about 45 minutes and several purchases were made. The store was quite cool with the AC pumped up, so we had a very pleasant little “Field Trip” there. The latest word we had back at the marina was a thermometer temp. of 103 degrees in the shade (later confirmed on the radio). We won’t talk about the “heat index”! We were all thankful for the AC on our boats, in the store and in the restrooms. Once that burning sun went down, however, the evening got bearable and we could go around and visit with each other on the docks or by the boats. Everyone seemed to have had a good time and really complimented the facility’s cleanliness, attractiveness, service, and the friendliness of the owners and staff. If you are in the vicinity of Deltaville,

and it did a great job of keeping a cooling breeze moving around us. One couple left to go to dinner in town (via transportation from the restaurant) and the others stayed around to talk until their own dinner time. Some enjoyed the pool later in the evening.

When each couple (or boat) checked in at the front desk in the store/office, they were given a welcome gift that included a small bright colored zippered tote bag with some snacks and small gifts inside, plus an envelope with two $15 gift certificates inside to spend in the marine store or the boater’s boutique. The certificates were made out in the names of the male and the female of each couple, but it was soon apparent that the women could spend both certificates quite easily in the delightful boutique and that seemed to be what happened in most, if not all, cases. There were some big smiles and some new accessories among the CMG females in the group!! Everyone felt warmly welcomed by the owners of DYC, Onna and Lew Grimm, and were pleased with the facility. There were “Welcome Mainship Rendezvous” signs up on the lounge door and out by the entrance on the road. The lounge sign had photos of Mainships around it. The road sign was in big letters on a sign board for DYC. People definitely knew we were there.

The first boat to arrive for the rendezvous was “Come Alive”, the Commodore’s 34 ft Mainship III sedan trawler. Jerry and Barbara Friedman were out

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DYC Host Station for Automatic Identification System (AIS) Several months ago Deltaville Yachting Center applied to be a host station for the Automatic Identification System (AIS) , providing a base station supporting internet connectivity for recreational users of this system. We are happy to announce we have been accepted by the University of the Aegean and now have an opperational AIS base station operating at DYC!! This gives our customers who have internet access the ability to see who is in the mid bay area with AIS systems operating on their boats .

AIS is a system which periodically broadcasts a vessel’s course, speed, identitity and other information for use by others. This gives you the ability, if you can tap into this information, to know who is passing your location, who is headed your way, who is generally around your boat. If you don’t have an expensive receiving system, you can now access this information over the internet, by going to marinetraffic.com. Yes, there is an app for this as well, for both apple and android devices! So go to marinetraffic.com and look for station 1210, and notice that you’ve helped put Deltaville on the map!

Leukemia Cup RegattaThank you for your participation during the 2012 Leukemia Cup Regatta and auction. Over $118,000 in cash and in-kind donations was raised for the event held in Deltaville, Virginia. Racing commenced on Saturday with 83 registered yachts

Va. on your boat, you might want to overnight at Deltaville Yachting Center, the friendly Mainship Dealer in the Southern Bay, where they truly cater to their boating guests.

Just a sad side note in closing —the CMG rendezvous information had suggested going over to the nearby Deltaville Maritime Museum on the morning of July 18. The Friedmans had been there before and also had walked to it the previous evening and highly recommended it. However, because of the excessive heat on this morning, no one chose to go. On the late afternoon of July 18, a number of us at DYC saw columns of black smoke from the direction of the museum and heard nearby sirens. We learned later that evening that the museum, including its main building containing displays, some outbuildings¸ plus some historic boats, had been destroyed in a fire lasting several hours. What a devastating loss for Deltaville and all those who financially support the museum and/or volunteer there.

For more information, see below:

Deltaville Maritime Museum (Virginia) Fire: A fire on Wednesday evening, July 18, 2012, heavily damaged this very special nautical landmark and some of its exhibits and artifacts.

Check http://www.ssentinel.com/index.php/news/article/fire_destroys_deltaville_maritime_museum/

2012 Hampton Roads Sunfish Challenge & Dinghy Distance Racewww.hrsunfishrace.comChesapeake Yacht Sales & Deltaville Yachting Center is proud to be the ‘Sunfish Sponsor’ for The Hampton Roads Sunfish Challenge and Dinghy Distance Race which will take place September 22, 2012. Here is a chance to get your smaller sail boats (and young sailors!) out on the water. In its 4th year, The HR Sunfish Challenge, encourages boaters to have fun with a safe, casual race course. Check out their website and see pictures from 2011 races. Definitely a family friendly event. Lew and Onna Grimm will help present race trophies at Old Dominion’s Sailing Center. Hope to see you there! Race Route: Start at Willoughby Bay, travel 8.5 miles to Old Dominion Univ. Sailing Center pier. Safety boats stationed along route. Breakfast at race Start. Lunch/dinner at Finish. Participants receive a ‘Swag Bag’ filled by HRSunfish Race sponsors. Classes: Three Sunfish Classes/ Several Dinghy Classes to influde Laser, HOD, Force 5, Windsurfer/ Open Classes for Dinghies 22’ or less. Transportation: Trailers will be dropped off Pre-start at ODU with bus provided back to the start line. Regatta Chair: Jonathan Romero 757-285-6017 [email protected]

DYC Holiday & Boatel Schedule We want to give you the very best attention and allow for your final use of boat during the end of 2012. Please make note of our holiday and boatel schedule and remember we are happy to work with you within that schedule, to meet your boating needs.

November 22: DYC & CYS Offices Closed for Thanksgiving November 24: (Sat.) DYC & CYS Offices Closed, Brokerage Showings by Appointment Only December 24-28: DYC & CYS Offices & Ship’s Store Closed for Christmas Vacation, DYC Boatel Closed December 22-23 and 29-31: DYC Boatel OpenJanuary 1: DYC & CYS Offices Closed January 1-March 31: DYC Boatel Closed

DYC Boaters’ Boutique Sales To Remember!

Thank- you for making The Boaters’ Boutique “Where Boaters Are Beautiful” so successful! At your request we will keep the

boutique and gift items available through December 22nd for your Christmas shopping needs.

Please enjoy the following Boaters’ Boutique Sale Dates & Remember Gift Wrapping is Always Included:

• Begins August 30: 20% off Entire Summer Clothing• Begins October 11: 20% off Entire Boutique & Gifts

• ONE DAY ONLY SALE - November 27 “Silly Santa Sale!”8 AM to 8PM 40% off

Entire Boutique & Gifts, Christmas Cookies

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and continued on Sunday, followed by an award ceremony. In spite of record high temps, spirits were high and the weekend was filled with excitement. Debbie Bridwell, Senior Campaign Manager say “Thank you for your commitment to helping us create a world without blood cancer.”

Broad Creek Green Marker 7Green Marker 7 near DYC on Broad Creek has been replaced. Deltaville Yachting Center maintains the Red 2S, Red 4, Red 6 and Green 7 navigationalmarkers for the benefit of boaters on Broad Creek. Thank-you,to Margaret Kennedy aboard “Irish Magic” and Tim Barker aboard “Destiny” for reporting the damage to Green 7,which was apparently hit and torn off its piling by apassing boater.

DYC Boatyard Manager, Chester Williams, replaced the Green 7 with an aluminum reflective marker. The U.S.Coast Guard has been notified that the Green 7 daymarker is back in service on Broad Creek.

Stingray Point Sailing School Very Busy Stingray Point Sailing School has experienced an outstanding sailing season this year. We take

Pump Out @ DYCIn 2002 Deltaville Yachting Center became Middlesex County’s first Virginia Clean Marina and also functions as a part of the Virginia Dept. of Health’s Pump Out Program. Broad Creek is a No Discharge Zone and using a pump out to empty your holding tank is absolutely required. For your convenience, DYC has one Porta Pottie Dump Station,near the boatel area and two full Pump Out Stations - one near the travel lift pit and one near the boatel gas pumps. $5 tokens can be purchased in the DYC Ship’s Store for a 10 minute high powered pump out of your boat’s holding tanks. The money collected each year for these $5 tokens is then used by the State of Virginia to repair, maintain and install pump out systems around our state. If you need assistance pumping out your holding tanks, we are happy to have a technician show you how it done. There is also a free pump out instruction sheet at the DYC Welcome Counter for your use. If you would rather not bother with the pump out process personally, you can do a workorder with DYC Service Dept. and we will pump out your holding tanks for you.

(If your marina does not have a pump out, you can notify the Va. Dept. of Health and they will do a free demonstration pump out, bringing a portable pump out service to your boat. Scheduling dependent on availability.)

great satisfaction in training new sailors in the basics of sailing and working with experienced sailors wanting to complete advanced training. Our school has provided private instruction to new boat owners from small sloops to large catamarans. We are really happy about the number of returning students wanting to advance their sailing skills by taking additional courses.

The best sailing weeks are approaching and we expect the current tempo of classes to continue to the end of the season. If you have a desire to learn to sail or if you want to upgrade your skills, give us a call at 804 909-2655 or visit us a www.stingraysail.com. Are you currently an experienced sailor? Why not have your experience documented through the ASA Course Challenge Program. Also, look on our website for the winter/spring schedule of our popular Coastal Navigation Course, ASA 105.

We hope everyone has an enjoyable late summer/early fall on the water this year.

Fair Winds,Captain Bill SimpsonStingray Point Sailing School


Fishing with B.T.Autumn is almost here (Sept. 22). Days will be getting shorter and water temps will start to drop. This is a signal for fish to start schooling and feeding heavily for their migration. We as fishermen and boaters don’t like to see summer ever end but do like the relief from the the hot and humid dog days. Spot and croaker will school and provide the chance for us to harvest some of the largest of the year. Try the Spike and Butlers Hole near the mouth of the Rapp for good starting points for these species. Bloodworms, squid and shrimp are choice baits for these fish. There should be some Grey Trout mixed in with them but be sure to check the current regulations on size and bag limits before heading out. Bluefish and Spanish Macks will be availiable for the trollers trying the area of Windmill Bar and buoy 2R until the end of September. Speckled Trout and Puppy Drum will become more active in the shallows as the water temps drop in September also. Soft plastic baits and mirror lures cast to grass beds along the shore should provide some action. Striped Bass seems to be most people’s favorite fall species. Schoolie-sized stripers appear first and are located by diving gulls. Ease up to the action and cast small bucktails and rubber baits into the frenzy. Hook-ups should be immediate. As the water cools even more the larger stripers appear. Get the trolling gear out. Mo Jo’s, umbrella rigs and stretch baits will draw strikes from the mid to lower dephts of the Rapp and the bay. Thanksgiving to the end of the year will usually produce the largest fish. Try the areas of Fleets Bay to buoy 59A and down the Cut Channel to buoy 42, 41 and 36 to 38. The Rapp has been a good place for large stripers also so give it a try in the areas of buoy 8 and 10 which is up river from the bridge. Look for pods of bait on the fish finder and when located stripers should be near by. Check the regulations on size and bag limits as they could change. Good luck with the fall bounty we have been blessed with and hope to see ya’ll at the fish cleaning station.

NERVOUS WRECK B.T.

Recycling Off To Good StartThanks for helping with co-mingled recycling at DYC. Check out the dumpster which is clearly labeled and get onboard!

DYC Enviromental Projects: Each One Helps

“Clean Va. Waterways”Onna Grimm asks that you join her on September 22nd (10 AM to Noon) for the 18th Annual Clean Virginia Waterways creek pick up. Meet 10 AM in DYC Ship’s Store. Bring work gloves and boots, all other equipment will be supplied. Families welcomed. We will pick up litter along Broad Creek shoreline and tabulate it for the International Coastal Cleanup project. Virginia volunteers remove 200,000+ pounds of trash every year and collect data which helps combat the problem of trash and plastic in our waterways. “My Yard Saves Crabs”Deltaville Yachting Center made a commitment not to use lawn fertilizer to avoid excess nutrients tha flow into the Rappahannock and to the Chesapeake Bay. If you live in a different region, your action is helping to do the very same in your own watershed. Visit www.riverfriends.org for more info. “Bring It Back” ProgramYou will notice signs around DYC encouraging you to bring back plastic, trash and fishing line to keep them out of our water and into recycling dumpster, trash dumpster or fishing line recycling stations.

Are You On The 2012 DYC Storm Haul Out List???DYC Storm Haul Out List starts new each January. Did you get on the 2012 Storm Haul Out List???

CLICK HERE to read DYC STORM POLICYCONTACT LAURA MARTIN [email protected] TO GET ON THE STORM HAUL OUT LIST NOW.

Essential Online Tools for Your Virginia Hurricane Prep Kit

TO RECEIVE DYC STORM EMAILSLew Grimm monitors several tidal and storm websites. During named storms, if electricity permits, Deltaville Yachting Center sends out eblasts of storm information updates to everyone on the DYC email lists. Another ‘tool’ you may choose to use is also an online water level monitoring tool called TideWatch http://www.vims.edu/bayinfo/tidewatch/ developed by VIMS researchers. Real-time Storm Observation and Forecast System (Rstofs) is used by National Weather Service to predict coastal flooding. From VIMS press release :Hurricanes and Nor’Easters can cause major damage to property, and this is certainly true for coastal businesses like marinas. Lew Grimm, owner of Deltaville Yachting Center, recalls the $250,000 damage his marina experienced during a previous storm.

“When Hurricane Isabel came in 2003, we didn’t have any information about how water levels would change,” Grimm said. Knowing when dramatic shifts in water levels will occur is important in the marina world. When that boat is tied down, it can pull apart docks as it rises and falls with the water level. To prevent this, employees loosen ropes when water get extremely low or high and tighten ropes when the water levels are near normal. “We had our people scheduled two shifts a-day, not scheduled by natural cycles associated witht the storm” says Grimm. “We exhausted out resources needlessly.” Without information to anticipate the changes in water level, he says, “We didn’t anticipate the water level change, and the boats were tied without sufficient slack (in the rope) to rise.”

Grimm learned about TideWatch when Virginia Sea Grant sponsored a workshop by the VIMS research team in Deltaville in 2009. Since then, Grimm says, he checks the system weekly and his marina has accrued no damage, despite a 2009 Nor’Easter and 2011 Hurricane Irene that together totaled almost $50M in damages for Virginia.

“TideWatch also allowed us to give our customers some comfort,” Grimm says. “When you get in the middle of a storm like Irene, you get this feeling that this will go on forever.” But by updating his customers via email two or three times a day, he was able to keep customers calm. “They absolutely loved the fact that we had real information to give them,” he says. “Knowing their boats are well-tended, they could focus on downed trees or other problems at their homes.” When Real-time Storm Observation and Forecast System (Rstofs) predicted flooding in lower Hampton Roads during Irene, Bill Sammler, external liaison with the National Weather Service, advised emergency managers to evacuate some of the most vulnerable areas. The accuracy of Rstofs system is promising and allows accurate information for residents and emergency managers during a storm.

BOAT U.S.Program: Hurricane Preparation Resources(from Boat U.S. Membership eLine newsletter 7/14/12) Do not wait until a major storm is forecast to begin thinking about protecting your boat.BEFORE A STORM IS HEADED YOUR WAY...take necessary steps to haul out or safeguard your boat. When NOAA names the storm, start keeping an eye on the path. The moment you find your boat anywhere in the ‘cone’, preparations to haul out or safegaurd your boat should already be in place. Visit http://www.boatus.com/hurricanes/ for the Boat U.S. Resource Website.

Partner With Your Marina For Successful Storm Damage Prevention(Boat U.S. Magazine, August/Sept. 2012) Carroll Robertson, Sr. V.P. of Claims, Boat U.S. Marine Insurance says “Waiting until the last moment and making only a token effort will most likely put you on a waiting list when the storm is only hours away.” If you are likely to be away from your boat during hurricane season, make clear arrangements ahead of time for someone else to prepare your boat - preferably hauling it out of the water, lashing it to the ground and removing loose equipment such as canvas, sails, enclosures... If you haven’t already talked to your marina service manager and made a hurricane plan, the time is now. Hurricane season spans June 1 through November 30. Check your insurance policy and make your plan today.


Living Shoreline Two Years Old! In October 2010 the Living Shoreline between C & D docks was installed through the combined efforts of Deltaville Yachting Center, Friends Of The Rappahannock and Hammertime Marine. At almost two years old, the coir log is disintegrating, just like it should...and the native grasses are taking hold beautifully! We thank you for your patience as we allow the recommended 4’ ‘no mow’ area at the top of the shoreline project near DYC picnic and kayak area. It looks a little bushy, but by this time next year, we will be able to cut it normally again. The Living Shoreline is an environmentally friendly method of errosion control. Friends of The Rappahannock hopes to have an educational sign posted at the shoreline site sometime soon. Visit www.riverfriends.org for more info about Friends Of The Rappahannock.

2012 DYC Boaters’ Party Check out Deltaville Yachting Center Facebook (CLICK HERE to view our Facebook page) for complete 2012 Boaters’ Party Picture Album. What a wonderful Memorial Day evening at the Captains’ Clubhouse and Pool, with ‘The Delvers’ playing classics, rock,

us to help with your boats. DYC marine techs are proud to give each customer individual attention and excellent ABYC quality repairs.

It has also been a summer full of covered and open slip rentals. We hope you take the time to introduce yourself to the new faces you see on the docks and around the pool. The Hi-Dri Boatel has seen lots of fish cleaned and families having fun.

Maritime Museum FireOn July 18th, half way through Family Boatbuilding Week, a fire destroyed the Deltaville Maritime Museum, the large wooden event pavilion,three antique wooden boats along with all 8 family built skiffs.

Lower Middlesex Volunteer Fire Dept. responded quickly and with coordinated efforts of many other fire departments were able to save other structures on site. No one was injured and the cause of the fire has not yet been announced.All events scheduled for the museum and Holly Point Nature Park will still be held. Please support this wonderful museum by

bluegrass and popular tunes! The pot luck dinner buffet was super yummy and boaters enjoyed swapping stories. Kids were swimming, adults were dancing and giving each other ‘boat tours’...what a perfect way to start the summer. DYC has brokerage customers visiting from the midwest (who have since purchased a great sailboat from CYS!) and transient cruisers from Florida...who contributed to the party by fiddling and singing with The Delvers band. You never know all the hidden talent! Response to the music was overwhelmingly positive, so DYC has already booked ‘The Delvers Band’ for the May 25, 2013 Boaters’ Party. Hope to see you there!

Service, Slips & Boatel At DYCSummer 2012 has been a good one for DYC and our boaters. The DYC Service Department has remained extremely busy this summer with repowers, keel and deck rebuilds, a/c install and repairs, detailed interior revamps and many electronic installations. We thank you for your continued business and the opportunities you provide for

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Wintertime: DYC Docks & ElectricityBefore you know it there will be freezing temperatures and snow flying. Please heed the following reminders to keep your boat safe:

• Winterize all systems onboard your boat. Even if stored in the water, engines and all water systems can freeze, crack and require repair.

• No heaters or heat sources (like light bulbs) should be left in the ‘on’ position UNLESS YOU ARE ONBOARD the boat. Most boat fires are related to unattended heat sources.

• Electricity on the docks may be ‘off’ during the winter due to maintenance or storm related electricity failure. Do not count on electricity to keep your boat afloat!

• Contact Laura Martin, DYC Service Dept., to schedule your winterization now. Work is done based on when the work order was signed. You may specify the date you want the work done. [email protected] or 804-776-9898

• Lew Grimm, DYC Service Manager, is happy to answer your questions related to maintaining your boat during the winter months. [email protected]

Prepare Your Boat For HibernationBefore putting your boat to bed for the winter,along with winterizing your engine and all water systems according to your owner’s manuals, give your boat systems a little attention.

• If you have a marine head - it most likely has a diaphragm pump. Just before your take the boat out for the last time, put a tablespoon of mineral oil in the bowl and pump a few times. This will lubricate and protect the diaphragm or gasket, keeping it ready and functional for the next season. Also, empty any trash, pump out the tank and sanitize the area.

• Exercise the seacocks - when the boat is out of the water. For Marelon seacocks, use a drop(not a spray) of lightweight penetrating oil; for bronze seacocks, use heavier grade grease. Open and close the seacocks a few times before leaving them open. If your vessel will remain in the water, close the seacocks. Make


sure they are sturdy and operate smoothly. According to Boat U.S. 50% of sinking claims are because of underwater fittings, so visit your boat often in the winter.

• Drain your freshwater tank- if you have one. Flushing it out several times in the spring will eliminate stale smells.

• Spray exposed electrical connections- in the engine room, under the dash and below cabinets with a quality anticorrosion spray. Do not use WD40, it gums up in a saltwater environment. Blaster CSP Corrosion Stop is better. It is hard to find, but worth it. Bring electronics inside to a dry, secure place if possible.

• Remove all food items- from the cabin. Hungry critters will find those leftover crackers before you do next spring. Also, open cabinets and closets and lay cushions on their side to minimize mildew. You may want to scatter a few fabric softner dryer sheets around.

Call To Schedule Your Winter Haul OutLast Winter the DYC Boatyard was very full. We do not want to turn any boater away because we have run out of room.

DYC Service Department recommends that your pre-schedule your Winter Haul Out. Call now and reserve a spot in the boatyard. A $100 deposit and signed workorder with DYC Service Department along with your haul date preference will assure we have room and boatstands for your boat this winter. Contact Laura Martin [email protected] or 804-776-9898 to reserve your spot in the boatyard. You may want to simplify things and schedule your winterization also.

attending the Farmers’ Markets, concerts, Holly Point Art & Seafood Festival and more. For details and pictures of the fire, visit www.deltavilleva.org.

To make donations toward the museum rebuilding fund visit www.deltavillemuseum.com

We Are Selling Boats!

Chesapeake Yacht Sales brokers, Carl Hawkins and Bob Arnett, have been selling and listing lots of boats. If you check out our listings, (CLICK HERE for CYS listings) you will see that CYS inventory is constantly changing. Both powerboats and sailboats are selling and we are always looking for good, clean listings. The new Mainship 31 Pilot was sold and shipped by truck to Canada. Chesapeake Yacht Sales is getting ready to work the Annapolis Sailboat Show as Virginia’s dealer for Catalina Yachts. CYS’s marketing of boats for sale continues to improve with the use of internet and social media as well as print advertising.

Cori Williams, CYS administrator just returned from a Yacht Brokers Association of America conference with excellent ideas to help sell CYS listings.

As Virginia’s Mainship Dealer, we want to share with you that Luhrs Corporation has sold Mainship Trawlers to Marlowe Yachts. Chesapeake Yacht Sales/ Deltaville Yachting Center continues to service and sell Mainships and looks forward to what the future holds for new Mainship manufacturing. No announcement has been made concerning a Mainship production location. It was wonderful to host the Chesapeake Mainship Group Rendezvous here a DYC in July.

Carolina Classics, built in Edenton, NC.continue to perform like the fishing machines they are! Keith Privott, son of Mac and Joan Privott, has taken over the helm of the manufacturing of Carolina Classics, but even in retirement...Mac will know what these sportfishing boats are up to! Happy Retirement Mac and Joan. Thank you for these wonderful boats! (If you don’t believe us,visit ‘Steel Away’ Carolina Classic 28 on DYC B Dock and ask Captain McGee what he thinks of his fishing boat.)

Catalina 22 “Simple Pleasure” Captain Propst

Mainship 39 “Happy Ours” Captain Arrington

Carolina Classic 28 “Steel Away” Captain McGee

MEET THE BROKERS: Bob Arnett

[email protected] Hawkins [email protected]


CHESAPEAKE YACHT SALES

Fall Boatshow & Open HouseSaturday, October 20

9 AM to 4:30 PM New & Used Power & Sailboats on Display! Questions & appointments with CYS broker

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Stingray Point ASA Sailing School

Free Sailing ClassSaturday , October 20

1 PM to 3 PMTo attend email [email protected]

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DYC Fall Newsletter 2012