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by F. Ned Dikmen, Chairman, Great Lakes Boating Federation

Ten years after it was fi rst authorized, the Great Lakes

Recreational Boating Study has fi nally been released by

the Army Corps of Engineers. Despite an expenditure

of $403,400, which the Corps gave to the Great Lakes

Commission the conduct the study, the study is more than

eight years late, relies on faulty methodology, and contradicts

earlier fi ndings.

The report was fi rst due 18 months after it was commissioned

on August 17, 1999 as part of that year’s Water Resource

Development Act. On July 11, 2007, the Great Lakes

Commission released a “summary report” that found that

“the 4.3 million recreational boaters registered in the eight

Great Lakes states generate nearly $16 billion in spending on

boats and boating activities in a single years” and that this

“spending directly supports 107,000 jobs.” The conclusions

of the new and fi nal Army Corps study completely contradict

these fi ndings: it counts “an average of 911,000 boaters [that]

visit the Great Lakes annually,” says they support 60,000

jobs, and estimates an annual economic impact

of $9.4 billion.

What has changed in two years that reduced the number

of boaters by more than a quarter, reduced the number

of jobs they support by nearly half, and reduced their

economic impact by nearly $7 billion? This study asks more

questions than it answers. And according to the author of

the study, John Paul Woodley, Jr., Assistant Secretary of

the Army, the report “does not contain any conclusions or

recommendations for Federal action.” This begs the question,

Why was the study conducted in the fi rst place?

If the study’s fi ndings are not actionable, the Corps will

not be able to use its own data to make decisions about

dredging and other infrastructure projects. This study and

data is especially important now, when so many coastal

municipalities are turning away from commercial navigation

and looking at recreational boating as a way of revitalizing

their lakefronts. In order to make sound economic decisions,

they need reliable data that is not subject to the kind of

second guessing inherent in the drastic differences between

the 2007 summary report and the new fi nal report.

With so much confusion, uncertainty, and seeming

contradiction, boaters are looking for answers. What numbers

should we believe? When will they be provided? Who will

provide them?

THE REAL STATE OF BOATINGWe have seen plenty of doom recently in the boating

community: manufacturers have been downsizing, boat

show attendance has shrunk, sales have declined. But

here at Great Lakes Boating, we are bucking that trend.

Readership and interest has been improving, and that is

nowhere more evident and measurable than on our website.

Our presence on the Internet is evolving and readers are

fl ocking to it.

According to Alexa.com, our overall web ranking has

improved by 348,236 places during the previous three

months. Great Lakes boaters may be staying home because

of the winter weather and the troubled economy, but they

are still fi nding their way to our website. When they arrive,

they are fi nding new and improved ways to read their

favorite articles and to research boating information. And

these new offerings are leading to a larger readership.

Not everything has to be downtrodden right now. Boaters

know that times will change again, and Great Lakes Boating

will be there when they start buying and boating again. As

proof, our improved status is at least one bright spot in

these gloomy times.

We wish to thank all of you who visit the website. And for

those of you who don’t, we remind you to visit to see our

latest features. Also, don’t forget to read the daily news

about topics affecting the Great Lakes region.

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Another dam is being removed, this time in Covington,

New York. The thought is that native fi sh will once again

use the river for spawning, thereby restoring populations

to the glory years when there were so many fi sh that they

fought each other to swim upstream. It takes no amount of

science or thought to realize that removing an impediment

unnatural to an area would allow wildlife to move more

freely. Only time will tell, however, if this removal will

restore the river to past surging populations for future

generations.

Isn’t restoration what this is all about? Making sure there

will be something for our kids? Every time I think of fi shing,

I remember night fi shing with my parents—so scared of

a coyote’s howl that I wouldn’t leave the car. Or having a

big fi sh (how big is still uncertain) on the line and losing it,

only to have my grandfather scold me for not letting him

bring it in. I’m sure you have plenty of tales of your own.

Wouldn’t you like your children to have some, too?

Everyone knows about protected habitats and animals,

but what about fi sh? Sure there are things called marine

sanctuaries, but in the Great Lakes I could only fi nd one,

at Thunder Bay, and it was formed to protect shipwrecks.

Sure, shipwrecks are wonderful and worth preserving,

but the other twelve sanctuaries were created to protect

marine life. Why is the only protected area on the Great

Lakes a place for ships to rest eternally safe? Aren’t living

fi sh at least as important as wrecked vessels?

Restoring an organism to its natural population is not an

easy thing to do, but it is possible. Remember the bald

eagle almost disappearing due to DDT? It’s not even

on the endangered species list anymore. Maybe you

don’t know that the Alaskan salmon was nearly fi shed to

extinction, and that because of smart fi shing practices and

forethought it is now one of the healthiest fi sh populations

in the world. The sanctuaries on the West Coast have

helped to restore marine ecosystems simply by allowing

aquatic plants and animals safe places to grow.

What does the future hold for Great Lakes fi shing? The

answer is in our hands, and one thing is certain: the better

our stewardship, the better the future of fi shing will be.

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It is time the federal government enacts equal protection for

all Americans, by treating ballast dumping as the threat to

our national security that it is. Otherwise, we face the risk

that terrorist and foreign sea captains, who do not like our

country, will dump what they want into our waters, including

viruses, chemicals, drugs and invasive species. Unless our

military is involved in surveillance and inspection, laws will

not be effective.

Having worked in industrial situations, I believe that

paperwork that says requires people follow a certain

procedure is a joke, unless there is verifi cation. The idea

that all international sea captains are reputable people is a

mentality from the 1800’s. We have no way of knowing if our

waters are not already being contaminated systematically.

What is the real origin of red tides, sickening oysters, invasive

species, oil and sludge spills and other mysterious algae

blooms? Unfortunately the leadership of the Coast Guard

seems to think that this problem should not be addressed as

part of their mission, because for years their resources have

been stretched thin on many other vital missions.

Virus purposely dumped may not be detected until

temperatures change, leaving those who did the dumping

undetected. Imagine Iranian speedboats, which have

reportedly put boxes in the water near our navy ships,

polluting the water while unsuspecting merchant or oil

tankers are taking on ballast water. I believe this would create

economic chaos in the world.

Ships dumping in ocean currents out in international waters

could also infect or hurt islands and coastlines. Simple

gelatin in a ballast system could be used to grow all sorts of

things, and possibly could be mixed with latex and nuclear

wastewater to keep it from dissipating. Could fungus and

virus be transferred to agriculture through irrigation?

I cannot help but wonder if even a small vessel traveling in

the Great Lakes feeding existing algae blooms with a gelatin

solution might be problematic? Unfortunately since 2001 our

country still has not learned that we need to change the way

we do business in the world. As I believe Senator Boxer has

proposed in California legislation, the cost for this protection

should be charged to those wishing to use these systems in

all American waters.

Sincerely,

Don Mitchel

Chicago Slips Too ExpensiveNed, I thought you might be interested in reading the letter I recently sent to Scott Stevenson surrendering my Diversey Harbor

slip I can no longer afford.

Hutch Liebewein, Paols Park, Il

February 1, 2009

Scott Stevenson, Westrec Marinas

Dear Scott,

It is with sincere regret that I am returning my 2009 Chicago Park District Diversey Harbor Mooring Assignment unsigned. I

have been a Diversey Harbor tenant since 1979—exactly 30 years! But as a retired senior citizen, I can no longer afford the

outrageous slip fees that the Park District is charging, particularly for suburban boaters like myself. A 9% increase for us

alone is absolutely criminal. I am moving my boat to another Illinois harbor which, unlike Diversey, provides FREE electricity,

FREE dock boxes, FREE satellite TV, with a resultant slip fee almost HALF that charged by the Chicago Park District for the

same 35 foot slip, a yearly saving well over $2000. The nasty fee proliferation continually added by the greedy Chicago

political machine—Non-resident FEE, Chicago Mooring Tax, Water usage FEE and now a $25 electronic Transaction

FEE—demonstrates the grubby mendacity of these politicians who consider boaters their cash cows. Well, not any longer

will they bleed this boater!

Sincerely,

Hutch Liebewein

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Each year, manufacturers introduce a slew a new of models,

all of them packaged with some new feature or option. Rarely,

though, do they reinvent the product they are building. Enter

Sea-Doo, with their brand new GTX Limited iS 255. This

sporty vessel revolutionizes expectations of what a personal

watercraft can be. That begins with the entirely new hull

and deck that have been designed for this vessel, but the

innovation is far more comprehensive than that.

The Limited iS 255, along with the RXT iS 255 that is also

being released this year, introduces a trio of exclusive new

integrated technology systems that function seamlessly

together to provide a level of safety and comfort never before

seen on a PWC.

First there’s the Sea-Doo iControl system, which is

the “brain” of the craft. It may be a behind-the-scenes

component of the vessel, but its presence will be noticed

immediately by anyone who takes the iS 255 for a spin.

Integrating and controlling all the various systems to optimize

their functionality, iControl allows the PWC to adapt on the

fl y to meet riders’ needs for different riding styles, changing

water conditions and whatever else a certain situation

requires.

In addition to this governing function, iControl works with

the intelligent Throttle Control to provide the rider with many

advanced features and benefi ts, including cruise control, a

GPS speedometer, off-throttle assisted steering and Slow

Speed Mode. The new Interactive Multi Function Digital Info

Centre displays all these functions in a way that reduces

confusion and keeps the rider fully informed.

Sea-Doo has long been at the forefront of suspension

on PWC. They began in 1995, with the introduction of a

suspended seat. Further innovation in seat suspension

followed, but now the company is taking their efforts to a

whole new level. The new Intelligent Suspension System

(iS) is the industry’s fi rst ever full suspension system. The iS

supports the entire rider environment, expanding from the

seat to also include the handlebars and footrests.

To maximize the functionality of iS and ensure the smoothest

ride, Sea-Doo offers the system in two different factory-

set calibrations. The RTX iS 255 has a sportier set-up to

accommodate the larger waves of offshore riding, while

the GTX Limited iS 255 model is set for a smoother ride at

cruising speeds targeted at touring riders, like the many here

on the Great Lakes. So, personalization begins before you

make your purchase—but it doesn’t end there.

iS can be adjusted on the fl y, using a rocker switch on the left

handlebar that allows the rider to fi ne-tune the suspension

calibration through nine different settings that range from soft

to fi rm. There’s also an auto-calibration mode for maximum

ease of use: it automatically adjusts fi rmness to ensure that

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the maximum amount of suspension travel is available in

every condition without bottoming.

As one would expect, this makes for an extremely

comfortable ride, even in rough waters. iS also provides

improved control and reduces fatigue over longer distances,

since you don’t have to fi ght and counteract the effect of

each and every wave to remain on course.

The fi nal major breakthrough introduced on this relatively

little vessel is the Intelligent Brake and Reverse System

(iBR). An unprecedented electronically controlled hand-

braking system, iBR provides signifi cantly better control

and confi dence by allowing riders to slow down and stop

on demand as well as delivering superior low speed

maneuverability. The throttle on the right handlebar controls

the speed of the reserve and a lever on the left handlebar

controls the amount of braking. The braking action is

progressive, making the iS 255 far more responsive than

other PWC.

The result is, in the words of Capt. Mark Rizzo, chief of

the Coast Guard Offi ce of Auxiliary and Boating Safety, “a

revolutionary improvement to the safety” of PWC. For this,

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These new systems are mounted on the all-new Sea-

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simultaneously lighter and stronger than the alternatives,

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Considering how much new technology is onboard and

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IT’S NO SECRET THAT THE BOATING INDUSTRY, LIKE THE REST OF THE ECONOMY, IS HURTING. THERE’S SPECULATION ABOUT THE HEALTH OF MANUFACTURERS AND CONCERN ABOUT THE FUTURE OF OUR PASTIME. BUT WHILE IT’S EASY TO BE DOUR, THERE ARE A LOT OF EXCITING CHANGES ON THE HORIZON, ESPECIALLY WHEN IT COMES TO MARINAS.

Marinalife, a cruising concierge company, predicts a very

active 2009 spring and summer boating season. Marinalife

reported a 30% increase in online marina reservations in the

U.S. and Bahamas during these fi rst three weeks of January

in comparison to last year.

But as boaters begin returning to their boats this year and in

years beyond, what will they fi nd at the dock? We decided

to ask some of the top names in marina construction and

development what they thought. Their answers were fairly

wide-ranging, but there was some consensus.

“We deal with all different kinds of boating, from small boats

on small lakes to the largest megayachts that visit marinas

in this country, so we have a broad perspective,” said Scott

Stevenson, Executive Vice President of Westrec Marinas, the

largest owner and operator of marinas in the United States.

“As we look to the future and how [marinas] are used, we see

a greater usage of the boats while they’re in the slips and so

it becomes all the more important to create a friendly, safe

environment where people can have access to the boats and

the amenities that they want.”

“Like real estate, it’s location, location, location,” Stevenson

continued. “It’s no surprise that here in Chicago, people

want premier locations. In terms of demand and amenities,

as boats get larger and more complex, the need to update

utilities and adapt to the new boat designs is important. . .

The marina of the future, therefore, will have the utilities,

great access, great amenities like washrooms and ship stores

and parking and those things that are necessary for boating

access.”

Of course, despite the changes that will likely take place

at marinas, it’s the people who use them that make them

special. “Skipper Bud’s marina managers have noticed

chemistry and a bond between their marina boaters that

cannot be broken even if a family grows out of their boat

and has to change docks,” says Betsey Arvai, Skipper

Bud’s marketing director. “A new boat cannot even break up

longtime dock mates. If someone on the dock has to move

because the new boat doesn’t fi t on the dock, Skipper Bud’s

staff notices a gradual progression where a whole group will

move to the bigger dock or buy a bigger boat so they can

move to the bigger dock as well. On the sales side of things

we have people tell us all the time that they are looking for a

new boat but it has to fi t in my 45 foot slip, they don’t want to

move.”

What follows paints an optimistic picture of the future of

marinas around the lakes. The experts foresee amenity-rich

and environmentally-friendly marinas that offer much more

than a place to moor your vessel. So, though things might be

tough right now, the future of marinas is something to look

forward to.

©1999 EDAW/Photography by Dixi Carrillo ©2005 EDAW/Photography by Davod Lloyd

©2005 Ephraim Osland by Christopher Jones

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MARINA VISIONGregory J. Weykamp

As our economy has shifted over the years from

manufacturing and industry towards service and tourism,

many waterfront communities on the Great Lakes are faced

with new challenges and opportunities. Environmentally

aware boaters want to be reassured that marinas are sensitive

in their design and operation so that their boating activities

can contribute to the preservation of the natural resources

that are required for enjoyment of their pastime.

The most precious asset of any place is its local

distinctiveness. This intangible quality is the main attraction

for visitors and boaters looking for a rich and authentic

experience. The concept of “destination stewardship” requires

that we protect and preserve the uniqueness of a place,

conserve its natural and cultural heritage, minimize negative

impacts and ensure that benefi ts for transient boaters are

shared with the people who live locally.

Because every waterfront site is unique, every one of EDAW’s

projects is tailor-made to capture the essence of the place.

In an increasingly competitive marketplace, marinas that

express the distinctive character of their community will fi re

the imagination of the boater. Taking inspiration from the site

and the community and cultural history, we create resorts

and marinas that become enduring elements of the local

landscape. As many boaters think of the harbor experience

as a weekend getaway, we take advantage of opportunities to

enhance the quality of time spent at the dock and nearby.

We believe that boaters are deeply concerned about the

quality of the waters they visit and that the boating experience

is greatly enhanced when the waters are healthy and shared

with wildlife. Many boaters use kayaks and smaller craft

to explore the local waters near destination marinas, and

we propose collaborative efforts with local communities

that clean up waterfront sites and expand opportunities for

improving local wildlife habitat. We imagine early morning

excursions where kids can fi sh and view migratory or nesting

birds at sunrise, and later in the day sail and race each other

away from larger boat traffi c. We imagine evening gatherings

of boaters in a marina environment where “dark-sky” lighting

techniques ensure they’ll see the glow of every star instead of

the glare of lights near the ground.

Environmental and economic concerns can be addressed

head on by thoughtful redevelopment of abandoned

waterfront sites into high quality marina facilities.

Public-private partnerships and boating-infrastructure grants

can provide funding, and successful marinas can replace

lost jobs and be a catalyst for local economic growth and

recovery. Best of all, this can all be accomplished in an

economically, socially and environmentally responsible

manner that preserves and restores what is most special

about our communities and waterfront.

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MARINAS NOT JUST FOR BOATS ANYMORE

Jim Clemons

It’s hard to pinpoint exactly what or why, but the fact is that

you enjoy some marinas better than others. Your friends and

family feel the same way. And the feeling returns each time

you return.

Well, just like the good feelings you get when you’re in a

beautiful home or building, a marina’s design and construction

contributes greatly to your enjoyment of it. We’re talking about

more than nuts and bolts, mind you. We’re talking about

meaningful ideas and engineering approaches that result in a

more pleasurable and safer marina experience for boaters and

non-boaters alike. But aren’t all marinas built the same way?

“Not exactly,” said Dan Adams, vice president of Atlantic-

Meeco, which builds about 300 marinas a year. “First and

foremost, a marina is essentially an extension of land into

water. So the fi rst thing a marina should deliver is the comfort

of fi rm footing. The decks and platforms should feel solid

underneath you, even though they’re fl oating. Boats might

rock and sway in the waves, but with the exception of extreme

weather, a marina absolutely should not.”

We’ve all heard the expression one size fi ts all. When it comes

to marinas, Adams takes issue.

“For comfortable and safe boardings, it’s very important for

decks to have the appropriate freeboard for the boats they

nest.” Adams also addressed the types of decking. “While

we build lots of wooden and concrete decks, we try to lead

our customers toward the advanced new green decking

materials,” he said. “They’re soft to the touch, so they are

comfortable even to the bare foot. They don’t splinter or crack

or create other safety issues for people, and the range of

colors supports visual interest.”

Boaters today want connections for water, electricity,

telephone, television and high-speed Internet to support their

active lifestyles—and a good marina offers these connections

at dockside.

“More and more people think of their boats as second

homes,” said Adams. “They might go to their boat to have

lunch or dinner, watch a big game on TV and never pull out

of their slip. So for years now, we’ve integrated utility chases

below the decks in all of our marina designs. Boaters today

want all the comforts of home, and we engineer our marinas to

make that possible.”

At one time, marinas were built almost exclusively in natural

harbors. The placid waters in these harbors were serene and

comforting to boaters, and protected boats as well. But as

more marinas have been built, undeveloped natural harbors

have become scarce. The solution is a wave attenuator, a

long fl oating “wall” that stops damaging waves to create a

protected harbor for marinas and the boats that rest there.

Through new construction, expansion or remodeling, Atlantic-

Meeco’s name can be attached to marinas throughout the

Great Lakes. The company’s newest projects are at Sturgeon

Bay on Lake Michigan, along with the Bailiwick Bayside and

Glass City marinas on Lake Erie.

atlantic-meeco.com

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MARINA IMPROVEMENTS BENEFITS BOATERSVincent Alex Brown

Successful marina development must effectively

accommodate the needs of many interested parties.

Boaters’ concerns revolve around location and the marina

experience as a sense of place, as well as available targeted

dockside and upland amenities. Owners expect to make

a return on their investment. Operators must provide the

boaters with the experience they expect and enjoy while

fi nding new and clever ways to stay in business. Navigating

these differing interests can sometimes be akin to walking

a high wire.

In its 25 years as a multi-discipline engineering, design and

consulting fi rm,Applied Technology & Management (ATM)

routinely manages large contracts and large teams. ATM

is often brought into multifaceted, high visibility waterfront

projects because of its unique approach to marina planning

and development. As an example, ATM is providing the

Québec Port Authority with marina consulting services for

the proposed redevelopment of its facility at the Port of

Louise basin.

The Port is currently operating a 415-slip recreational

marina facility in a locked harbor on the St. Lawrence River.

The existing marina facilities are aging and the Port is

proposing to redevelop the marina in an effort to ensure

the long-term functionality and profi tability of the facility.

In order to assist the Port with understanding the

redevelopment potential for the site, ATM is employing

its proven approach to ensure a result that both meets or

exceeds boater expectations and provides for the facility’s

pocketbook into the future.

Another example is the Forty 1° North resort marina in

Newport, Rhode Island. In less than 10 months, ATM helped

transform this tired facility that was once an iconic landmark

into the premier yachting destination of the region, handling

boats of up to 200 feet. From comprehensive inspections, to

economic projections, engineering design, and construction

oversight, the facility experienced a full face-lift. The facility

opened on schedule and fi nished its fi rst season with great

success by providing an unparalleled marina experience—for

the boaters and on behalf of the developers.

Similarly in Charleston, South Carolina, ATM assisted in the

10-year redevelopment of the Charleston City Marina, which

resulted in greatly enhanced boater facilities (dockside and

upland) and a revenue stream growth from $500,000 per year

to more than $12 million per year (in less than 12 years).

“We provide unique professional services for owners with a

primary focus on enhancing the boater experience, helping

all parties involved to design a marina and a complementary

marina village that truly works and one that brings a solid

return on investment to the marina and the connected city,”

says Sam Phlegar, senior vice president and director of

ATM’s Marine Division. “A destination, not a parking lot. An

experience, and not just a slip.”

Marina development success starts with proper facilities

and amenities and service for the boater that is supported

by solid fi nancial performance for the owner as well as

secondary economic benefi ts for the community. This is the

win-win that results from ATM’s comprehensive approach to

waterfront development projects. appliedtm.com

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BOATING THIS YEAR AND BEYOND

Ronald E. Schults

I have been in the marina and boating industry for over 30

years, as a designer and developer of marinas and also as

an avid boater. In this time, I have observed many changes

in the marine industry. And while it’s obvious that the current

economy and the recent high price of fuel have a major

impact on the way people boat, it won’t necessarily have a

signifi cant long-term impact on the number of boaters. But

what do current challenges and changes mean for boaters

about the future design and construction of marinas?

At Edgewater Group, we’re fi nding that the old boatyard-

type marinas with poor infrastructure are doing much worse

(occupancy of 20% to 30%) than those providing a high

level of amenities, or what I would consider a country club

atmosphere, which are still in the 80% and 90% capacity

range. This largely can be attributed to marina design that

responds to discriminating boaters’ needs and wishes.

Despite the recently poor economy and the high price of

fuel, boaters still use their boat an average of 20 to 30 days

per season. The difference is that they don’t leave the dock

as often. Thus, their boat becomes more or less a waterfront

cottage and a destination weekend place to relax. These

fl oating cottages put the emphasis on marina amenities and

design quality at the dock. Amenities include items such as

tennis courts, swimming pools, extensive landscaping with

lots of beautiful fl owers, security, more green space, trees,

good underground utilities, good access to pump-outs, etc.

Boaters are also very concerned about the environment,

pollution and related issues. Projects that support

development of wetlands, habitat for fi sheries and wildlife and

clean water in the marina basins seemingly do much better

than those where you drive into a “sea of asphalt” and fi nd a

parking lot with meager landscaping and poor overall design.

An additional marina development concept that I also believe

will becomes popular is the construction of marinas that will

literally serve as mooring locations for fl oating cottages. The

trend is to build Coast Guard-approved fl oating barge

structures and basically construct a cottage on top. Many

simply look like a cottage and not like a boat at all! It may

not even have an engine, but it would be designed under

Coast Guard requirements as a moored vessel. This fl oating

cottage would typically be accompanied by a smaller dinghy

boat, skiff or 20-foot to 30-foot run-about for local boating

trips, cruising, fi shing or waterskiing. A fl oating barge and

small boat can be in place for $300,000 to $400,000, versus

the million or more needed to buy a land-based waterfront

cottage, boat and slip.

In summary, marinas will continue to prosper, but they

need to adjust to the market needs, namely the demands

for environmentally clean facilities, eco-friendly design and

improved amenities to allow further use of the marina and

boat as a “cottage” destination, versus the old-fashioned,

go-fast boatyard-type marina that is simply a place from

which to depart.

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As our economy has shifted over the years from manufacturing and industry towards service and tourism, many waterfront communities on the Great Lakes are faced with new challenges and new opportunities. Increasingly sophisticated boaters are demanding a higher quality of environment and more varied ways of spending their leisure time while at the dock and in the waters near the marina.

EDAW and AECOM are committed to the design and development of waterfront projects that address sustainable design from an environmental, economic, and social equity point of view. In an increasingly competitive marketplace, marinas that express the distinctive character of their community will re the imagination of the boater. Taking inspiration from the site, community, and cultural history, we create resorts and marinas that become enduring elements of the local landscape.

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First-time boaters to Rochester may be surprised to

learn that the city-center is located eight miles south

of the Lake Ontario’s southern shore. From the mouth

of the Genesee River, where lies the Port of Rochester,

boaters seeking the city must travel two miles south

before encountering the smallest of the three waterfalls

on which the city was built. But the breathtaking scenery

along the Genesee River gorge makes this brief diversion

well worth the trip. One can imagine early Indian

Rochester photos courtesy of VisitRochester

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settlers navigating canoes on these same waters many

centuries ago. One can conjure visions of the covert

transportation of slaves making their way to freedom

in Canada on the Underground Railroad. One will also

notice something more modern: the numerous

area marinas.

Fully equipped marinas at the Port of Rochester,

Irondequoit Bay and Braddock’s Bay make for easy

from Lake Ontario. In addition, the local villages of

Pit tsford, Fairport and Spencerport have invested in the

development of their docking facilities. They of fer many

of the amenities found at marinas, with the added bonus

of being steps away from shopping, dining and

recreational activities.

Rochester’s trails and bikeways, along with its relatively

convenient public transportation, make it easy for any

boater to explore the area. Within walking distance of

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local marinas are a number of retail stores, as well

as restaurants serving everything from fine dining to

Italian cuisine to Rochester’s famous “white hots.” The

white hot is a Rochester tradition of German heritage.

Rochester’s own Zweigle’s Hots produces this hot dog

relative, which consists of beef, pork, veal and secret

spices. Follow-up this local fare with an Abbott’s

Frozen Custard. The flagship store is located on

Lake Avenue at the entrance to Ontario Beach Park.

In summer be prepared for long lines, but this sweet

treat is worth it (especially the popular

chocolate almond).

Ontario Beach Park is easily accessible from the

eastside via the Colonel O’Rourke Bridge. There’s

a sandy beach open to the public (and staf fed with

lifeguards), a restored bathhouse, basketball courts,

six beach volleyball courts, a playground and a 1905

Dentzel carousel. The carousel has been a park staple

for more than 100 years. For a dollar, you can take a

ride and get a glimpse of an old-fashioned tradition.

A short walk from the bathhouse uncovers what

the locals call “the secret sidewalk.” It ’s a half-mile

stretch of public sidewalk nestled between beautiful

lakefront homes and the lake. Access to the sidewalk

is between 490 and 510 Beach Avenue. During the

summer, beautifully tended gardens and a setting sun

make it a truly memorable walk.

The Charlotte Lighthouse is also just a short walk

from the beach area. Built in 1822, the lighthouse

was originally much closer to the lake. However, piers

and sand build-up now make it almost a mile from the

shore. The lighthouse and caretaker’s cottage are

open weekends during the summer.

You can follow bikeways and trails into the city

of Rochester. Or if you prefer, public buses are

convenient and equipped with bike racks. As you near

the city center, just opposite the world headquarters

of the Eastman Kodak Company, is High Falls, the

largest of the waterfalls along the Genesee River.

Here, more than 100 flour mills flourished in the early

1820s. Here too, af ter the opening of the Erie Canal in

1825, Rochester became the country’s first boomtown.

The Center at High Falls of fers a good overall history

of the area and its waterways, and also provides a

spectacular view of the falls. In the summer, the city

puts on a laser light and music show at the falls

every weekend.

Continuing north to the city center, you’ll f ind a rich

collection of architecture that includes the striking

1870s Powers Building. Its builder, Daniel Powers, was

obsessed with having the tallest building in the city.

To achieve that feat, until 1891 he kept adding new

mansard roofs and towers each time another building

in Rochester threatened to claim the title.

Continuing south is the Corn Hill District, originally the

“silk stocking” district of the late 1800s; it has seen a

resurgence that began in the late 1960s when starving

artists purchased rundown buildings for next to nothing.

The new residents began fixing up the old mansions and

landscaping the area, and they later started the Corn Hill

Arts Festival, which today attracts more than 250,000

people during the second weekend in July.

Perhaps one of the best-known attractions in the area is

the Strong National Museum of Play, which is located in

downtown Rochester. It is the second largest children’s

museum in the country, housing the largest collection of

toys, dolls and play-related objects in the world. Strong

is also home to the National Toy Hall of Fame. There,

adults can take a walk down memory lane as they gaze

at examples of the 38 toy inductees that range from

alphabet blocks to the View-Master®.

One of the challenges at Strong is deciding what to do

first and figuring out how to get everything done in one

day. Smaller children love the Sesame Street exhibit,

Adventureland and the Berenstain Bears. Older children

opt for the “Space Lab,” where they can examine

artifacts from the late 19th and 20th centuries. In

addition to the Hall of Fame, adults and children alike are

drawn to the “Dancing Wings” indoor butter fly garden.

Strong is located along the city’s Museum Trail. Signs

will direct you to the other area museums, including the

Rochester Museum & Science Center, the Memorial Art

Gallery and the George Eastman House International

Museum of Photography and Film, all of which are within

walking distance of each other.

At the Rochester Museum & Science Center visitors can

explore the glacial history of the area, “star” in a local

weather forecast and, perhaps most fun for a young

boater, take a vir tual tour of Lake Ontario’s underworld.

One of the most popular exhibits at the museum is the

“Flight to Freedom: Rochester’s Underground Railroad,”

a salute to the area’s history and to Frederick Douglass,

a freed slave and the great American champion of human

rights. Douglass spent 25 of his most active years in

Rochester and is buried in the city’s Mount

Hope Cemetery.

George Eastman House International Museum of

Photography and Film is just south of the Museum &

Science Center on East Avenue. It was the home of

Kodak’s founder and is now a National Historic Landmark

home. It features historical gardens, as well as several

galleries of photography and cameras that draw upon

the world’s oldest museum of photography and largest

technology collection.

One block from the Eastman House is the Memorial Art

Gallery. As you make this quick walk, you’ll note the

whimsical ar t benches and street lamps along the city’s

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visitrochester.com

ARTWalk, a neighborhood filled with outdoor ar t, ar tists’

studios and trendy restaurants and shops. Here’s a lit tle

know fact: the originals of the masterworks seen at the

George Eastman House are actually on display at the

gallery. Eastman lef t the works to the gallery at the time of

his death, and those on display at the Eastman House

are copies.

The art gallery is part of the University of Rochester, as

is the Eastman School of Music. Located in downtown

Rochester in the city’s East End entertainment district, the

school’s students offer nearly 300 free concerts a year

at the Eastman Theatre’s Kilbourn Hall. The Rochester

International Jazz Festival is staged in this area each

June. You’ll find 600 musicians performing in more than

170 sets during this eight-day event

While museums and galleries are abundant in this

culturally rich city, it ’s important to note that there are

more than 12,000 acres of parkland in the area that offer

free recreational opportunities, including the popular Lilac

Festival held annually in mid-May at Highland Park, one of

three Frederick Law Olmsted designed parks in the city.

With so much to see in the Flower City, it is hard to do

everything in one trip. Located within 90 minutes of

Niagara Falls to the west and the Finger Lakes wine

country to the east, Rochester deserves more than

one visit.

In the popular imagination, boating is a pastime by and for upper class white men. Their

wives might be aboard, but they are seldom at the helm. Minorities are nowhere to be found.

While this image may be more accurate than many would like to admit, the tide is turning and

boating is diversifying. In our last issue, we profi led increasing female participation (“Women

at the Helm”). Here, through the fi rst-person accounts of two member-offi cers of the Black

Boaters Club of America, we take a look at personal stories of minorities who discovered a

love of boating.

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RAYMOND BLUEBorn and raised on the north side of Omaha, Nebraska, I

developed a fascination with water at an early age. Coming from a

large family of five brothers and six sisters, there was lit tle money

for recreational activities so we turned to the area lakes as a

means for recreation for the whole family. I clearly remember the

trips to the lake where my brother Richard and I walked 10 miles

(one-way) to spend 10 to 12 hours fishing and watching the boats

pass by, wishing that we could own our own boat someday. That

was the time when I commit ted myself to being on the water—not

just near it.

During the 1960s, few financial opportunities were available

to African-Americans, creating an environment where a young

impressionable African-American male easily could slide into a

life of crime, drugs and despair. I would definitely say that being

on the lake had a profound effect on my life in that being around

the water gave me an outlet to escape the destructive influences

that appeared to be all around me during that time. Upon reaching

the age of 18 and having limited support, I joined the army as a

means to break what I viewed as a vicious cycle and to escape a

questionable future.

Af ter serving three years in the U.S. Army and one tour in Vietnam,

I became employed with the Federal Aviation Administration

(FAA). As I rose through the ranks and experienced many

relocations with the FAA, I had the opportunity to frequent

waterways from the Great Lakes to the Florida Coast, meeting all

types of wonderful people involved in boating and fishing. Also,

I purchased my first boat, an 18-foot Bayliner. However, it was

very noticeable that few minorities, especially African-Americans,

were involved in boating. I wondered why. Following extensive

research, it became apparent that these were latent ef fects of

past conditions that made it dif ficult for African-Americans and

other minorities to identify with the typical recreational boater.

In 2007, the opportunity to redress this misperception presented

itself when fellow African-American boaters Wanda Wallace,

Janice and David Tillery and I decided to organize the Black

Boaters Club of America (BBCA). Along with the support of

MarineMax, Aqualand and Holiday Marinas, we have had

unbelievable results in exposing African-Americans and other

minorities to the awesome world of boating.

JANICE TILLERYMy husband David and I grew up in the suburbs of Pit tsburgh.

Growing up African-American in the ’50s and ’60s we never knew

anyone who owned a boat. We went swimming occasionally and

went to the beach from time to time, but that was the extent of our

water experience and we certainly never thought we would own a

boat ourselves.

In June of 1980, David, our new baby son David II and I moved

to Strongsville, Ohio, a suburb of Cleveland. Due to the city’s

location on the shore of Lake Erie, we began daydreaming about

owning a boat. But because we were newly married with a young

son and we were just star ting our careers, owning a boat was

certainly many years away. Even so, we would walk along the

lakefront and admire the beautiful boats and say, “Some day.”

Years later, Cleveland redeveloped an area of the lakefront

with restaurants and nightclubs called The Flats. There were

water taxis and pleasure craf t ferrying people to and from the

restaurants and clubs. There were also some restaurants that

allowed private cruisers and yachts to tie up in front of their

establishments and come ashore. Everyone looked like they were

having the time of their lives. But by then we were preparing to

send two children to college. We vacationed at the beach and

went on cruises. My husband and son became certified scuba

divers and we all would Jet Ski, swim, snorkel and enjoy other

water sports.

In May of 2005, with both of our children out of college and finally

finding ourselves empty nesters, we moved to Georgia. While

waiting for some paperwork to be completed on our new home,

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Diversityon

Deckwe met someone who casually mentioned that he spent most of the summer on his

houseboat at Lake Lanier. It was even suggested we go to lunch at a restaurant on the

lake. When we arrived, we couldn’t believe our eyes. There were boats of all shapes and

sizes everywhere. Af ter lunch, we drove around and saw marina af ter marina filled with

houseboats, yachts, cruisers and sailboats.

That was when we got the bug. Soon af ter, in January of 2006, we went to the Atlanta

Boat Show and walked out as the proud owners of a brand new SanPan pontoon. We

took delivery in March and decided to slip it at Aqualand, the largest inland marina in the

United States. Within days we had made friends and were enjoying every free weekend

on the lake. Our relatives and friends enjoyed spending time on the lake as well. We

learned a lot from veteran boaters and quickly realized that we were ready to move up

to a cabin cruiser. In June of that same year, we traded in the pontoon for a 27-foot

Bayliner. In October, we traded that in for a 32-foot Bayliner. This is when we realized

that you really need to be educated about what you want to get out of boating so you

can make the right choice first. Ultimately, in April of 2008, we sold the 32-footer and

purchased our water cot tage, our lake house, a Carver 396 Motor Yacht. It has all of the

comforts of home. It is December as I write this, and I am reclining on the sofa in the

salon with the TV on and a hot cup of tea on the end table.

Boating has become the perfect pastime for us. We have found something that we both

enjoy and can do well into retirement.

I know that many more men would buy boats if their wives and families realized how

much fun it is and how many of the conveniences of home can be found aboard these

vessels. As a woman, the whole boating experience can be intimidating, but the more

time I spend on the boat, the more comfortable I have become. We cook out, tie up with

other boats, fish and swim.

Boating is a great way to make friends that share a like interest. We have become part of

a community. Our boat truly is like a second home.

In my experience growing up as an African-American, swimming, fishing and spending

time around water were not things we generally did. A lot of Caucasian boaters we have

met grew up boating and hence became boaters as adults. Also, the cost of boating can

be a possible deterrent. However, I believe that more minorities with disposable income

(if educated about and exposed to the world of boating) would be open to possible boat

ownership. Our first three watercraf t were new, but we have found that buying a pre-

owned vessel can be the way to get into boating at an af fordable price.

Par t of the Black Boaters Club of America’s mission is to expose and educate adults, as

well as young people, about boating. We work with one of the club’s sponsors to provide

water-safety and boater-education classes. And it is not mandatory that you own a boat

to be a member of the club. We feel that the more people we expose to boating in a fun

and safe environment, the more future boaters there will be.

Depending on where you live, you can boat year round. Even though we now live in

northern Virginia, we keep our boat in Georgia where you can boat all year. I feel that I

am on vacation every time I come to the lake.

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Minnesota & WisconsinRoss Nesbit Agency, Inc.Eden Prairie, MN 952-941-9418www.nesbitagencies.com

IndianaArlington/Roe & Company, Inc.Indianapolis, IN 800-878-9891www.arlingtonroe.com

New York & PennsylvaniaStevens Marine Insurance AgencyBuffalo, NY 716-856-3387www.stevensmarineins.com

IllinoisD.J. McCarthy & CompanyGlenview, IL 847-998-8440

MichiganGlobal Marine Insurance AgencyTraverse City, MI 800-748-0224www.globalmarineinsurance.com

Fritsch-Kinney Marine InsuranceSterling Heights, MI 888-417-2628www.alcos.com/marine

Schatz Marine Insurance AgencyGarden City, MI 800-518-1455

Charter Lakes Marine Insurance AgencyGrand Rapids, MI 800 879-2248www.charterlakes.com

OhioThe A.F. Goldenbogen CompanyRocky River, OH 800-356-0601www.afginsurance.com

Wanenmacher InsuranceRocky River, OH 440-331-0351

Ed Jones AgencyCincinnati, OH 800-436-7404www.floatsorflies.com

Fitzgibbons Arnold & CompanyWestlake, OH 800-837-3640www.fitzgibbonsarnold.com

Spring Fishing

FeverArticle and photos by: William D. Anderson

During March and April, the last remaining ice

disappears from all but the northernmost bodies of

water. As the days get warmer and longer, fish become

more active, begin their annual spring feeding frenzy

and star t spawning activity. By the time the ice melts, a

few species will already be well into the spawn cycle.

This period of feeding and spawning represent great

opportunities for anglers to catch the fish of a lifetime.

Most species of fish feed very aggressively prior to

spawning. They instinctively begin an aggressive

feeding cycle that helps them build strength and

energy because during that cycle, and while guarding

their nests, they will of ten not feed at all. An angler has

a good chance at catching a real lunker before, during

and af ter the spawn because the largest members of

the species can be found closer to shore than they will

be at any other time of the year. This makes larger fish

much easier to find and catch.

The feeding cycle can begin as soon as the ice begins

to melt. Bait fish will move closer to shore soon af ter

ice out because the sun quickly warms shallow water

and because warmer water rises to the surface and is

then blown to the sides of the water body. This warmer

water at tracts shad, minnows, crayfish and other small

fish. It also helps to increase metabolism and causes all

species to become more active. Larger game fish prey

upon active bait fish. While the water is still generally

cool, the best time of day to look for fish is usually in

the af ternoon when the sun is at its peak. Soon af ter the

spawn has completed, early morning and early evening

will be better, but that’s not to say that you can’t catch

fish at any time of the day or night.

The most important thing to do when you see a school

of bait fish is observe how they move through the water.

Notice how they swim when they are at ease, and also

how they react to predators and try to dart away. Keep

an eye out for injured fish and observe how they twitch

in the water. You will want to use lures that resemble

the color of the bait fish and imitate all of these types of

behavior. The more natural your bait looks in the water,

the better the chance a fish will go af ter it.

If you are fishing by boat, you can use your electronics

to look for schools of bait fish or “bait balls,” as they are

also known. These show up as clouds on the locator

screen and you can usually see a couple of larger fish

following the school or swimming underneath it. Fish

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BEFORE THE SHOWERS OF APRIL BRING THE FLOWERS OF MAY, THE IDEAS OF MARCH BRINGS THE OPPORTUNITY TO CATCH THE FISH OF A LIFETIME.

your bait to the outside or under these schools of bait fish

so that it stands out and is an easier target. Deep

running crank baits, blade baits and spinner baits that

resemble bait fish are good choices.

Another place to find fish is where runoff flows into the

water. Runoff is of ten warmer than the body of water

it flows into, and it can also contain food that all sizes

and species of fish feed on. Fish are expecting a meal

to come towards them and when you retrieve a lure

in the opposite direction, they will sometimes leave it

alone since it is not something that is natural. In these

situations, float any type of live bait out with the current

and it will catch fish. Smaller plastic baits also can be a

good choice.

As you survey a body of water, look for ripples or other

surface activity that might indicate the presence of

active fish. Bass will of ten herd bait fish into coves or

other confined areas where it is harder for their prey

to escape. Look for minnows jumping out of the water

or larger fish making a commotion near the shoreline.

It is not uncommon to see the water’s surface erupt as

several large fish tear through a school of smaller fish

in an at tempt to catch a meal. When fish are feeding

aggressively like this, they can be caught very easily.

Any crank bait that resembles the species that the

game fish are feeding on will work. Other lures such as

spinners or swim baits will also catch a lot of fish at this

time of the year.

Once the water temperature is conducive for spawning,

the feeding frenzy slows and the fish begin looking

for nesting locations. Species that have a preference

for cooler water usually spawn earlier in the year than

species that prefer more moderate temperatures. For

example, northern pike will spawn once the water

temperature hits 34 to 40 degrees, which means they

will be very aggressive and easy to catch right af ter ice

out. Walleye will begin looking for locations to drop their

eggs when the water reaches 38 to 44 degrees, and

they will spawn in water between 42 and 50 degrees.

What many anglers fail to consider is that the surface

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temperature can vary greatly from the temperature at the

bottom of a lake. So, when looking for the right water

temperature, a probe lowered to the bottom is essential

for an accurate temperature reading.

Northern pike will guard their nests from predators and

there may be as many as three males protecting the

young and the female. In contrast, walleye do not guard

their nests or care for their young. They drop their eggs,

which adhere to plant material, and the young are lef t to

fend for themselves. Walleye prefer to spawn in deeper

water and are harder to find during this period.

Largemouth bass have a wider range of preferred

spawning temperatures that vary by body of water. In

most cases, they will begin to look for nest sites at

around 60 degrees and will drop eggs when the water

is between 62 and 65 degrees. Smallmouth bass have

the same temperature preference when it comes to

spawning, but they have been found spawning when the

water temperature has been as cool as the low 50s and

as warm as the mid 70s. In general, they prefer deeper

water with a dif ferent type of bottom content.

Any fish that is on a nest can usually be caught. Plastic

baits such as craw tubes or power worms, as well as

small natural looking crank baits, will catch nesting fish.

That said, there are times when the fish seem to know

you’re af ter them and they won’t touch anything. In some

cases, a fish can be pestered to the point that it will

leave the nest only to return later to find that the eggs or

fry have fallen prey to other fish in the area.

When targeting spawning fish, it is important to consider

the impact that removing a fish from a nest will have on

the hatch for that year. Some locations prohibit targeting

certain species or fishing in certain areas until af ter

the fish have spawned so that the young have a better

chance at survival. Once a fish is taken off a nest, there

is no guarantee it will return to the nest in time, if it

returns at all, to save the fry af ter it is released.

Once the spawn is complete, game fish will resume

aggressive feeding for a short time. The larger fish

can still be found in shallower water for a short time

before they begin to fall into their late spring and

summer patterns.

The search for big fish doesn’t have to slow down after

the spawn cycle is complete. Later in the spring and

throughout the summer, striped and white bass will herd

shad from deeper water and drive them to the surface.

When this happens, the water will appear to boil for

a short time until the bait fish scatter. When you see

the water boil, a surface plug such as a chug bug is a

favorite bait to throw right into the boil. These fish will

of ten school by size, and it ’s not uncommon to find some

real monsters chasing bait fish.

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Great Lakes

According to the John Glenn Great Lakes Recreational Boating Report conducted by the Army Corps of Engineers, the annual

economic impact, both direct and indirect, of recreational boating on the Great Lakes is $9.4 billion. The fi gure includes $5.1

billion in sales and $1.8 billion in personal income. The study also estimates that 911,000 boaters visit the Great Lakes each

year, supporting over 60,000 jobs.

“This study clearly demonstrates that hundreds of thousands of recreational boaters come to the Great Lakes every year

because the lakes are such a treasure, and they bring with them billions of dollars in economic activity and jobs,” said

Michigan Senator Carl Levin. “Recreational boating is an important part of our economy in Michigan and around the Great

Lakes and this study provides further support for federal funding to keep this economic engine running.”

The report analyzes the economic impact of recreational boating by tracing spending fl ows throughout the region. Nearly one

million registered boaters on the Great Lakes spend $2.44 billion each year on boating trips and $1.44 billion each year on

boats, equipment and supplies.

www.lre.usace.army.mil

ANNUAL ECONOMIC IMPACT OF GREAT LAKES RECREATIONAL BOATING

MINNESOTA LAKES MARITIME MUSEUM EXPANDSThe Minnesota Lake Maritime Museum is expanding with the construction of

a new building. The new building will be approximately 5,500 square-feet and

connect to the current structure on its north side.

The new facility will provide a gallery for antique and classic inboard boats. The

building will have humidity and temperature controls to properly house these

types of boats. The octagon-shaped building will have a cupola, or small dome,

and is designed to hold 12 boats. It will also be used to showcase traveling

exhibits. Two such displays currently under consideration are an extensive Gar

Wood collection and a rare collection of Western art.

The museum is located about two hours northwest of Minneapolis, Minnesota,

in Alexandria and is open from May 15 through October 15 each year. Permanent

exhibits include the history of resort hotels in the area, a Larson boats showcase

and history, a classic wooden boats collection and the history of Alexandria

Boat Works, a builder of wood boats. They also host the Chain of Lakes Classic

Boat Show, where owners can showcase their classic wooden vessels, as well

as the Boats, Blues and BBQ events each summer.

A capital campaign is underway to fund the expansion project and create a

permanent fund for museum operations.

mnlakesmaritime.org

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NEW GREAT LAKES LABORATORY OPENSNOAA has opened a larger Great Lakes

Environmental Research Laboratory

(GLERL) facility in Pittsfi eld Township,

Michigan, and Marie Colton has been

selected as the acting director of the lab

and acting leader of the NOAA Great

Lakes regional team.

GLERL focuses on Great Lakes issues,

leading research on invasive species

and lake levels. It was formed in 1974

and is one of NOAA’s seven research

laboratories. The Ann Arbor area facility

includes a fi eld station in Muskegon on

the shores of Lake Michigan.

Colton, who has been with NOAA since

2005 as technical director of the National

Ocean Service, has also held positions

at NASA and with the U.S. Navy’s Offi ce

of Naval Research. She holds bachelor’s

and master’s degrees in physical

oceanography from the Florida Institute

of Technology. In 1989, she received

her doctorate in physical oceanography

from the Naval Postgraduate School in

Monterey, California.

The new facility is 40,225 square-feet

with modern wet and dry laboratories,

conference facilities, a library, a marine

instrumentation shop and offi ce space.

NOAA will lease the building for 20 years.

Offi ce and laboratory space will also

be provided to partner organizations,

including Michigan Sea Grant Extension,

the Cooperative Institute for Limnology

and Ecosystem Research, the

International Association for Great

Lakes Research, the NOAA National

Center of Excellence for Great Lakes

and Human Health, the NOAA National

Center for Research on Aquatic Invasive

Species and the Great Lakes Habitat

Restoration Offi ce.

noaa.gov

INDIANA ENFORCES EXCISE TAXThough it has been on the books for three years, the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) only recently began

enforcing an excise tax on boats. As a result, boaters whose boats are registered out of state but who permanently moor

or store their vessels in Indiana will have to pay between $200 and $500 per year, depending on what the boat cost when

purchased new. The tax does not affect transient boaters, as one can lawfully operate a vessel for up to 60 days on a

nonresident registration.

According to First Sergeant Theriac of the IDNR, new regulations are designed to make it easier for boaters to comply with the

existing law. By requiring anyone with a boat-storage contract to pay, the new regulations are designed to eliminate the need for

boaters to go through the complicated process of registering their boats.

“People trying to comply couldn’t get a title,” said Theriac. “This eliminates the step of having to register the boat and get a title;

all they have to do is pay the excise. It’s been law for three years. We’re just getting around to starting to enforce it.”

Three hundred tickets have been issued to non-compliant boat owners so far. According to First Sergeant Theriac, people were

warned beforehand. “We sent out letters fi rst,” he said. “We gave them 40 days. Then they were issued citations. It’s not like

we’re dropping a ticket on somebody; we’re giving them a heads up on it.”

Some boaters have left Indiana marinas to avoid the tax. Milan Kruszynski, Director of the Hammond Port Authority, said that a

group of about six boaters did leave the Hammond Marina due to the state’s enforcement of the tax at the end of last season.

Most, however, complied.

“It shouldn’t have caught boaters off guard,” said Kruszynski. “We’ve been telling our boaters about it for years. Those that

understood what was going on, took care of it and they were OK. . . . Boaters fi gure out, ‘Well, it’s not really costing me that

much.’ The big to do ends up being a big nothing. Some of it does go into the environmental fund for the DNR. So for Indiana, it

becomes a win-win.”

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Fishing

A bill pending in the Minnesota House would allow anglers

one line rigged with bait and a bobber and a second with a

spinner. Currently, Minnesota only allows two lines when in

border waters or while ice fi shing.

A similar bill passed the House before, but was stopped

by the Senate. Some think allowing more lines per angler

would reduce the quality of fi sh in Minnesota waters. The

more times a fi sh is caught and released the more stress is

put on its body, lessening its chances of survival.

Those in favor of the bill believe it could mean more money

for the state from additional stamp sales. Potentially,

the extra revenue could reach $1 million per year if an

additional $10 stamp was required for the second line.

dnr.state.mn.us

TWO LINES POSSIBLE IN MINNESOTA

The 2009

Walmart FLW

Walleye Tour

presented by

Berkley opens

April 15 to 18

in Port Clinton,

Ohio, with

restructured prizes. Top pro awards will remain $100,000

including bonuses for each qualifying contest, and

$150,000 including bonuses in the championship. The 50th-

place award has been raised to $3,000 in the Pro Division.

As part of the lead up to next fall’s FLW Walleye Tour

Championship, three other qualifying contests will take

place this summer. FLW Walleye Tour qualifi ers are four-

day, cumulative-weight events that begin on Wednesday

and conclude on Saturday. Entry fees are

$1,750 per tournament for pros and $400 per

tournament for co-anglers. Entry dates will be

released soon. Fields will consist of 150 boats

for qualifying events.

At the conclusion of the FLW Walleye Tour

qualifi ers, Ranger Boats will award the top

three Ranger Cup points places. If the winners

meet “Powered by E-Tec” or “Powered by

Yamaha” qualifi cations, they will also receive bonuses from

Evinrude or Yamaha.

The top 50 pros and co-anglers in the Land O’Lakes Angler

of the Year points standings will advance to the no-entry-

fee FLW Walleye Tour Championship. Additionally, pro

and co-angler Land O’Lakes Angler of the Year winners

will receive free entries for the 2010 season, while the top

100 pros and co-anglers will receive priority entry. The

boater and co-angler points champions from the Michigan,

Minnesota, Wisconsin and Heartland divisions of the

Walmart FLW Walleye League will also qualify for the FLW

Walleye Tour Championship, making a total fi eld of 54 pros

and co-anglers.

FLWOutdoors.com

FLW WALLEYE TOUR TO OPEN IN PORT CLINTON, OHIO

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VAMPIRE FISH CONTROLLED WITH PHEROMONESVampire fi sh, also known as sea lamprey, were accidentally

introduced to the Great Lakes in the 1800s after the Erie

Canal was completed, linking the lakes to New York. By 1940,

they had colonized thousands of streams and fi shermen were

beginning to see the devastation. The ravaging parasite may

not be able to outlast researchers’ latest trick: pheromones.

A Michigan State University research team led by Weiming

Li has created a laboratory version of male sea lamprey

pheromones that is being used to trick ovulating females into

swimming upstream into traps.

This is the fi rst attempt at controlling animal pests, other than

insects, with pheromones. If successful, it could rid the

Great Lakes of the parasite. Each year, $20 million are

spent to keep the vampire fi sh from damaging the multi-

billion dollar Great Lakes recreational fi shing industry

through the use of pesticide dusting, the construction

of barriers to block upstream migration and the release

of sterile males to reduce breeding.

The natural life cycle takes the vampire fi sh from birth

in a stream to adulthood in the ocean. The creatures

have circular jaws that can lock onto larger fi sh and

then suck bodily fl uids from the host fi sh, often killing it.

A single sea lamprey can consume 45 pounds of fi sh during

its lifetime. Eventually, the adults return upstream to breed

and die. Unlike salmon, though, they do not necessarily do

both in the same stream.

As part of a three-year, 20-stream plan, the research team

released the synthetic pheromones from a trap placed in a

stream where vampire fi sh breed. Once the females detected

the scent, they swam vigorously to the source, becoming

trapped. A larger experiment is being planned.

msu.edu

Following the enormous success of Stratos Boats’ 2X “Double Your Winnings”

contingency program in 2008, the company recently announced the renewal of the

program for the 2009 calendar year. Originally designed as a program to reward

Stratos owners competing in bass tournaments, the 2009 contingency program will

expand beyond those competitions and now also offers the same opportunities for

increased tournament winnings to Stratos owners participating in walleye events.

The program will run for the entire 2009 calendar year and will double tournament

winnings from any qualifi ed tournament up to $10,000 for registered Stratos anglers

fi shing out of a qualifying Stratos boat. The program is available to owners of 2007

through 2009 model Stratos boats through June 30, 2009. Beginning with the new

model year for Stratos on July 1, 2009, eligible Stratos boats will be 2008-2010

models. The program makes no restrictions on individual model choice or motor

pairings. With an ever-expanding list of qualifi ed tournaments that already includes

more than 274 events in 31 states and two Canadian provinces, this program allows

Stratos owners to make even more money for tournament wins while competing

close to home.

There are no signup or membership dues necessary for participation in the

program. To participate, just fi ll out an affi davit within 30 days of a fi rst-place win

in a qualifi ed tournament to double your money, no matter how many qualifi ed

tournaments you win in a year.

stratosboats.com

DOUBLE YOUR WINNINGS PROGRAM EXPANDS

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Yacht ClubsYACHT CLUB PROFILE: SAGINAW BAY YACHT CLUBSaginaw Bay Yacht Club (SBYC) is located on the eastern shore of the Saginaw River, about one and a half miles from

the Saginaw Bay. The club welcomes guests and enjoys reciprocity through the Interlake Yacht Club association and the

American Registry of Yacht Clubs.

The club has a long, rich history beginning with its inception in 1894, when William Jennison and 109 other charter

members founded it as the Bay City Boating and Fishing Club. It is one of the oldest yacht clubs on the Great Lakes, with

the fi rst clubhouse opened in January 1895. In 1904 the club moved to its current location, where a new building was

constructed. That building lasted until 1959, when construction on a newer building began. The grand opening for today’s

current clubhouse was April 1960.

Today, you’ll fi nd a full-service restaurant and bar during the boating season.

SBYC has a boat ramp and offers pump-out services and electricity at its docks.

Each year, it hosts one or two open houses to invite prospective new members

to learn about the club. Any member of another yacht club is welcome to dock at

their club.

Across the river is the Bay Harbor Marina. There you can fi nd complete marine

services, such as fuel services, storage and boat repair.

saginawbayyachtclub.com

Photos courtesy of Saginaw Bay Yacht Club

LANSING BOAT CLUB STAYS PUTThe Lansing Boat Club has agreed to a one-year lease with the city of Lansing, Michigan, to stay at Grand River Park.

The same lease was offered to the club last February, but the club rejected it, hoping for a fi ve-year lease instead. Last

year, members said signing a one-year lease would be the end of the club, because the club would have to worry about

its lease renewal each year.

In February 2008, the city sent an eviction notice that gave the club one month to vacate Grand River Park. According to

City Attorney Brig Smith, the city had grounds to evict the club because they had been operating without a lease since

1997. Mayor Virg Bernero said the eviction was never about kicking out the boat club; it was about representing the

taxpayers and determining a long-term use for the land.

The club refused to leave and eventually the city took the Lansing Boat Club to court and prevailed. Members lobbied

City Council for help, with some members in tears over the possibility that they would lose their club. The council passed

a resolution asking that a “fair and equitable” lease be offered.

The new lease stipulates that the Lansing Boat Club will rent space in Grand River Park from the city for a variable fee

based upon the number of members. The club will also pass all slip rental fees, which have been increased to $200 for

city residents and $400 for non-residents, over to the city.

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YC

Appleton Yacht Club (AYC) is being included in BoatU.S.’s

nationally recognized life jacket loaner program for children.

The program is designed to achieve a simple goal: ensure

children are safe while out on the water.

To borrow a jacket, boaters simply have to visit AYC’s

clubhouse. Boaters who borrow jackets are not required

to stay on the Fox River or Lake Winnebago; they can use

them anywhere.

Since 2002, a U.S. Coast Guard rule has

required children younger than 13 to

wear properly fi tted and sized life jackets

while on federal waters. Wisconsin has

legislation pending in the state legislature

that would require children to wear life

jackets. As part of the program, AYC has

received 10 new jackets.

Appleton Yacht Club and the Appleton

Fire Department developed and ran the

loaner program last year, but it was not initiated due to a lack

of funding from BoatU.S. The fi re department expects to assist

the yacht club with implementing the program this year by

contributing to boater education efforts.

The BoatU.S. loaner program provides planning and publicity

support, in addition to giving each participating site up to 15

new child life jackets that are replaceable if damaged or lost.

The program has nearly 90,000 life jackets on loan each year.

appletonyachtclub.com

GROSSE POINTE YACHT CLUBMEETS OPPOSITIONA plan by the Grosse Pointe Yacht Club (GPYC) to expand its harbor,

creating a second entrance into Lake St. Clair, has lakeside residents and

boaters at odds. The project would shield vessels from incoming waves

and allow boaters to avoid a failing drawbridge, while also diminishing

traffi c overfl ow that is caused by the single opening.

There are many safety issues facing the harbor now because of the one-

opening design and the drawbridge. A second entrance would allow all

boaters beyond the drawbridge to avoid it altogether.

Opponents contend the extension would disrupt the natural fl ow of water,

destroy wildlife and further decrease lakeside property values. Lakeside

property owners suggest silt and other residue already builds up on their

property because of the harbor, and they fear that the harbor changes

would increase the problem.

The project would need approval from Michigan Department of

Environmental Quality and the Army Corps of Engineers. A larger project

that called for a 14-acre expansion was rejected 10 years ago when

residents learned that taxes could have been used to foot some of the

projected $18 million bill.

gpyc.org

APPLETON YACHT CLUB LIFE JACKET PROGRAM

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MarinasADDITIONAL BREAKWATER ATLUDINGTON MUNICIPAL MARINAThe City of Ludington, Michigan, is planning to add 850 feet of broadside transient

dockage alongside a steel sheet pile wall with an eight-foot concrete walkway at

the Loomis Street boat launch. The City Council has approved the fi rm of Prein

and Newhoff to do the project’s necessary engineering work.

Breakwater rocks will be added at a northeast angle to the current Loomis Street

breakwater, bringing the entire structure to 1,040 feet in length. The new dock will

include 28 slips built to accommodate 30-foot boats and will have electricity, water

and cable TV hookups. Three public gathering spaces will also be created, one at

each end and one in the middle of the dock.

Both projects will be under way at the same time so that rocks removed from the

marina can be used in the breakwater construction as a cost-saving measure. The

Michigan Department of Natural Resources has awarded the city a grant that will

cover 50% of the approximately $950,000 cost of the dock.

The projects will begin this spring and be completed by September 21, 2009.

www.ludington.mi.us/departments/marina

PETOSKEY MARINA EXPANSION ONE STEP CLOSERThe Petoskey City Council has approved matching a $848,000 grant from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources

(MDNR) to expand the Petoskey Marina. Funds would come from bond sales, rather than from a tax. The entire project is

expected to cost $2.1 million.

Construction will add a fourth pier to the marina between the diversion wall at Bear River and the wooden pier where fuel pumps

are located. The new pier would measure 600 feet long and add 44 slips and three broadside moorings. About half of the slips

would be for seasonal boaters, reducing the length of the current waiting list. The other half would be for transient use, allowing

more vessels to dock during the often-full summer months.

Also included in the project are plans to move an existing shelter to the easternmost pier and to expand a service building to

allow for larger restrooms and showers.

The project cannot go forward until the MDNR gives fi nal approval of the grant funds.

A fi nal engineering study also needs to be completed. If all the requirements are met

quickly, the project could begin as soon as this fall and be completed within one year.

The expansion is the fi nal major part of the city’s master plan for Bayfront Park, which

has been developing since the early 1980s.

ci.petoskey.mi.us

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North Point Marina begins the 2009 boating season celebrating its 20th year as the largest marina on the Great Lakes. North

Point Marina is located in Winthrop Harbor, Illinois, located just 50 miles north of Chicago.

In celebrating its 20th anniversary, slip fees will be the same as last season’s. Slip fees are all inclusive, including electricity/

water, cable TV, dock locker, pump outs, restricted parking and fi ve private bathhouses. Three of the bathhouses also include

private laundry rooms. Slip fees range from $2,000 for a 30-foot vessel to $4,800 for a 60-foot boat.

Roger Mellem, the marina’s harbor master said, “We look forward to celebrating our 20th anniversary with our slipholders. We

will be holding several events with the grand celebration on National Marina Day/Venetian Festival on August 8, 2009.”

REDESIGNED PORT OF ROCHESTER MARINAThe city of Rochester, New York, has released a refreshing

design for the planned redevelopment of the Port of

Rochester. The plan includes a kidney-shaped marina with

residential and commercial buildings curving around the

water. The project would be on the west bank of the

Genesee River, south of Corrigan Street.

The project would be completed in two phases. The fi rst

would include development of a 70-slip marina with private

residences along Lake Avenue. The second phase would

expand the marina by as many as 120 slips and add more

residential development. Several slips will be large enough

for boats up to 70-feet in length. At least 280 residential

units are expected.

The projected costs of the fi rst phase are $15.9 million,

and the second phase is estimated to be an additional $9.3

million. The project is not planned to begin for several years.

The public has been concerned with parking and public

access. Parking will be kept to the north of the marina, but as

a result the area will lose about 260 parking spaces. Some are

concerned that this could cause problems, especially during

festivals and concerts. A public walkway is planned to circle

the marina and lead to Ontario Beach Park, and open spaces

will be included at the north and south ends of the marina.

ci.rochester.ny.us

The Grand Haven City Council has approved the second

phase of Grand Haven Municipal Marina’s nearly $2 million

dock project. The second phase includes removing rocks and

bringing the walkway in along the 40 fl oating docks.

Safety has been an issue because boats routinely hit the

docks and rocks during strong fall currents. The project will

also bring the marina up to current standards for slip widths,

depths and barrier-free access.

Additionally, a more energy-effi cient

ice-prevention system will be put in

place around the docks.

Phase one was completed last year. It

focused on replacing the marina’s 31

fi xed docks, which were deteriorating

from more than 35 years of use.

Phase two is expected to start after

the 2010 boating season and should

be completed before the 2011 season. The cost of the project

will be split between the city and the Michigan Department of

Natural Resources.

In an effort to continue restoration on the waterfront, the city

approved renovations to the Riverview Shops restrooms on

Harbor Drive. Plans to remodel the Chinook Pier buildings are

also being considered.

grandhaven.org

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CruisingThe BVI Spring Regatta, which will be held from March 30 to April 5, is the one

Caribbean Regatta that has something for everyone who attends. Race, cruise,

practice or just come to party.

The weeklong BVI Spring Regatta & Sailing Festival makes its way throughout the

beautiful British Virgin Islands. Starting at Nanny Cay, Tortola, the Sailing Festival

races up the Sir Frances Drake Channel to the Bitter End Yacht Club.

After the warmup, the BVI Spring Regatta kicks off three days of some of the best

racing in the Caribbean. Only the best will take home the Gold and the Glory, along

with great stories and experiences that keep sailors coming back year after year.

Participants can compete in the entire seven-day BVI Spring Regatta & Sailing

Festival, just the four-day festival, or the three-day regatta.

bvispringregatta.org

ATLANTIC CUP BRINGS WINTER CRUISERS HOME The Cruising Rally Association’s Atlantic Cup Rally will depart

from Tortola, BVI on May 3 and will fi nish in Bermuda four

to fi ve days later. The Atlantic Cup is the companion rally to

November’s Caribbean 1500 and offers the opportunity for

returning cruisers to enjoy the camaraderie, competition

and adventure of an 850-mile rally. Pre-start festivities and

skipper briefi ngs will begin on May 1.

The Atlantic Cup is open to sailors with well-founded

offshore boats that are at least 38 feet long and have crews

of two or more. It is not limited to veterans of other Cruising

Rally Association events. Skippers may elect to join the

Cruising Class or the Rally Class for the event. Boats in the

Cruising Class are not scored and participate to enjoy the

adventure and camaraderie of cruising-in-company. Boats

sailing in the Rally Class will be assigned PHRF handicaps

and will compete in several classes. Awards for Rally Class

participants will be presented in Bermuda.

Satellite transponders are mounted on each boat and send

positions to the Cruising Rally Association website.

The Cruising Rally Association rallies retain some of the

competitive elements of traditional sailboat races, but offer

social, educational and technological enhancements that

broaden the appeal of the event to couples and families, as

well as racers—both experienced and novice.

carib1500.com

ANNUAL BVI SPRING REGATTA AND SAILING FESTIVAL

photo credit: Todd VanSickle

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SYNCHRONY LUXURY YACHT PARTNERSHIPNewly formed Synchrony offers a luxury yacht

shared-ownership program with year-round access

to premium yachts positioned in North America,

Europe and the Caribbean.

The program offers all the benefi ts of full ownership at a

fraction of the cost and with fewer responsibilities. Users

acquire a dedicated interest in a specifi c luxury yacht

and have access to the entire Synchrony fl eet of premium

yachts that are fully crewed and maintained. The company

manages, maintains, crews and operates the yachts,

freeing Synchrony owners from the typical burdens

associated with a fully owned private yacht. Concierge and

service teams are always on hand to plan all elements of

the yachting experience, including cruising schedules, trip

logistics and culinary experiences.

Owners have access to the yachts for up to six weeks per

year. Synchrony provides the same access as fully owned

private vessels, including the freedom to book advanced

vacations or spontaneous trips or events.

The Azimut-Benetti Group has been selected to design and

confi gure the Benetti Classic 120-foot yacht specifi cally for

the program. This vessel offers generous accommodations

for 10 to 12 guests in fi ve staterooms, two salons, indoor

and outdoor dining areas and a sundeck with built-in

Jacuzzi and bar.

Research shows that most yacht owners use their yachts

between fi ve and six weeks per year. And on average, a

fully equipped 120- to 130-foot yacht costs $1.4 million per

year to maintain (excluding trip expenses and provisions).

By contrast, Synchrony owners enjoy similar usage and

access at a signifi cantly lower cost.

Synchrony Luxury Yacht Partnership is currently accepting

new owners.

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NationalDoral International Incorporated has received the Trailer Boats Excellence in Design Award for 2009 for the Venezia

during a presentation at the Miami International Boat Show.

The Venezia was launched in 2008 as the “next generation” of the Doral family of luxury cruisers. The boat features

many luxuries sought after by North American boaters with

European fl air in style and design. With a 9’4” beam, the

Venezia is the widest cruiser in its class and offers more

space and an extremely stable ride.

“We would also like to thank you for pushing the envelope

for boat design,” stated Ron Eldridge, editor of Trailer Boats

Magazine. “It is this kind of vision and risk-taking that the

Trailer Boats Excellence in Design Awards program is

intended to recognize.”

doralboat.com

CHANGES TO CROSS-BORDERDOCUMENT REQUIREMENTSThe Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) establishes document requirements for travelers entering the United

States who were previously exempt, including citizens of the U.S., Canada and Bermuda. WHTI was implemented for

air travelers in January 2007. On June 1, 2009, travelers will be required to present a valid, acceptable document that

denotes identity and citizenship when entering the U.S. by land or sea.

Most Canadian travelers already have a passport, which is a WHTI-compliant document. There are three other valid

documents that the United States Customs and Border Patrol will accept at land and seaports from Canadian citizens

entering the U.S. from Canada, Mexico, Bermuda or the Caribbean. They are the provincially issued enhanced driver’s

licenses and NEXUS and FAST trusted traveler program cards that utilize radio-frequency identifi cation technology.

knowyourborder.gov

TAX BENEFITS FOR BOATERSTax deductions may be available

on 2008 federal income taxes for

recreational boaters who paid state

sales tax on a boat purchase or for

those who secured a bank loan to

fi nance a boat.

The sales tax deduction is available

to boat owners who paid substantial

state sales tax on a new or used boat

purchase last year. Boaters must

choose either the states sales tax

deduction or the state income tax

deduction. In addition, to take the

state sales tax deduction, the boat

purchase sales tax must be applied

at the state’s general sales tax rate

and tax returns must be itemized.

The boat loan deduction applies to

owners who secured a boat loan and

paid mortgage interest. Taxpayers

are allowed to use the second home

mortgage interest deduction on a

boat that has a galley, a head and

sleeping birth. Lenders do not need

a 1098 form to take this deduction.

They may contact their lender for

the amount of interest paid and the

lender’s tax ID number, both to be

entered on tax forms.

Unfortunately for those boat owners

who fall under the Alternative

Minimum Tax, these deductions are

not available. Boaters are urged to

contact tax preparers or fi nancial

advisors for more information.

irs.gov

DORAL VENEZIA WINS 2009 DESIGN AWARD

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Tohatsu America Corporation has announced that they are offering extended fi ve-year limited warranties on any new,

unregistered 2008-09 model ranging from 25 hp to 115 hp that is sold between January 1 and April 15, 2009 at no cost to

the consumer or dealer.

The warranty will extend the third year coverage from Tohatsu’s standard warranty. The following major components will

be covered: powerhead, exhaust system, bracket assembly, power trim and tilt assembly, fuel and oil pump assembly,

lower unit assembly and ignition systems. On TLDI Direct Injection models, coverage will include the above, as well as

any TLDI technology-related components such as air rail, air/fuel injectors, air/fuel regulators, vapor separator, fuel feed

pump, throttle position sensor, ECU, air compressor, water temperature sensor and crank position sensor.

Motors must be registered by

April 30, 2009. Motors used in

commercial, government, guide or

racing applications are not eligible.

Tohatsu America Corporation is the

distributor of Tohatsu and Nissan

Marine outboard motors in the U.S.

and Canada.

tohatsu.com

TOHATSU OFFERING EXTENDED FIVE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTIES

SAVING, NOT JUNKING, BOATSSome people want to junk old boats, while others want to save

them. Bone Yard Boats is where those two types meet.

Bone Yard Boats was originally founded in 1996 by Virginia

“Ginger” Marshall Martus. She started with fl yers sent to her

friends in an effort to save an old wooden boat from destruction.

Today, the newsletter has an international audience.

David Irving took over the operation in 2005, after learning of

Ginger’s effort. Until then, she was creating the newsletter on

her typewriter and maintaining a database of subscribers on

index cards. David added a little technology but managed to

keep the mission exactly the same: to “help save old boats.”

David does everything for the website and newsletter himself,

while earning nothing from any boat sales. He enjoys saving the

old boats because he believes that though modern boats may

be perfectly built, most totally lack nautical charm.

Listing a boat costs nothing with a four-issue subscription of

$19.95. Each issue features about 50 boats selling for less

than $10,000, most of which are being offered for free. The last

issue included a 1947 Chris Craft 36 and 1953 Matthews Deluxe

Sedan 41.

bonyardboats.com

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SailingMILWAUKEE COMMUNITY SAILING CENTER WINS NATIONAL AWARD

The Milwaukee Community Sailing Center (MCSC), located at McKinley Marina in the heart of Veteran’s Park, has been awarded

the 2008 Outstanding Outreach & Inclusion Award by the US Sailing Association, the national governing board of sailing, under

the aegis of the Amateur Sports Act.

The Outstanding Outreach and Inclusion Award is given to recognize notable contributions a community-based sailing center

makes to identify and include people in programs who normally have no access to sailing.

One of the cornerstones of MCSC’s service to all of southeastern Wisconsin is its adaptive sailing program. With the help of

hydraulic lifts, a fl oating dock and specially equipped boats, MCSC enables persons with disabilities to experience the freedom

of movement in a sailboat.

In addition to its adaptive sailing, MCSC was recognized for its outstanding youth programs. MCSC teaches hundreds of adults

and children to sail on the waters of Lake Michigan. Residents from the greater Milwaukee area turn to MCSC for lessons,

sailing advice and hands-on sailing experiences. For many MCSC students, the lessons learned from sailing go beyond the

boat—young students discover they can not only steer a sailboat in the right direction, but their lives as well.

MCSC’s youth outreach programs are targeted at Milwaukee’s urban and minority youth, and need-based scholarships are

available to ensure that those interested have the opportunity to participate.

Each year the Sailing Center turns away many who could learn from what learning to sail and Lake Michigan can teach because

the facility is pushed to capacity. This spring MCSC is planning to break ground on a new expanded facility that will include an

administrative building with two classrooms, offi ces and a 110-person capacity community room. The new campus will also

include a three-bay maintenance building that will enable MCSC to service its fl eet of nearly 80 boats.

sailingcenter.org

ATHLETES SELECTED FOR TWO NEW US YOUTH SAILING TEAMSThirty-fi ve youth sailors have been selected for the newly-

launched US Sailing Team – Under 18 (U18) and US Sailing

Team – Under 23 (U23). These talented athletes have been

identifi ed as future Olympic prospects, and US SAILING is

dedicated to guiding them from youth programs to the U.S.

Olympic Sailing Program. US SAILING will provide both

teams with elite-level coaching, as well as educational,

administrative and logistical support throughout the year.

The U18 team includes the top sailors in the Laser Radial

(boys), Laser Radial (girls), 29er (open) and I420 (boys or

girls) classes, who were born after January 1, 1991. The U23

team consists of the top sailors born after January 1, 1986 in

each of the Laser (men) and Laser Radial (women) classes.

As a long-time supporter of youth racing, LaserPerformance

is an offi cial sponsor of both teams.

Included on the U18 boys team are two sailors from the

Great Lakes, Mitchell Kiss of Holland, Michigan, and Drew

Shea of Wilmette, Illinois.

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The Common

Council of

Sheboygan,

Wisconsin, has

granted the

non-profi t group

Sail Sheboygan

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Centre Marina and

the Sheboygan

Yacht Club. Sail

Sheboygan was

formed in 2004 to

promote national

and international

sailing competition

and education and was instrumental in bringing the 2010

U.S. Women’s Match Racing Championship to the city.

Last year the city was designated as a U.S. Sailing Center

by the U.S. Sailing Association.

Sail Sheboygan plans to construct a sailing center on the

location, which also will be used by the Sheboygan Youth

Sailing Club as a launch site for its youth and public

sailing courses, as well as sailing races. The center will

also have sailboats that can be rented.

Planned improvements on the leased property, which will

be paid by Sail Sheboygan, include paving the location,

the construction of a new seawall and the addition of a

crane to launch boats.

A community sailing program will allow people in

the vicinity to participate in sailing without having

to purchase a boat. The Youth Sailing Club seeks

to introduce young people to the world of sailing,

regardless of their fi nancial circumstances.

The International Lightning Class Association has announced the selection of Toms River Yacht Club and Metedeconk

River Yacht Club as hosts for the 2010 North American Championships.

The Women’s, Juniors’ and Masters’ North American Championships will be held August 4 to 6, 2010 at Metedeconk

River Yacht Club in Brick, New Jersey. More than 50 teams are expected for the three days of racing on Barnegat Bay.

The racing will take place on the Green Island Course, where the Lightning Class 1978 Junior North Americans, the

1984 and 1996 Youth Worlds and the 2003 Pan Am Trials were held. The Lightning Class Masters’ event typically sees

25 teams of experienced, intense competitors, including many North American and World Champions.

The Lightning Class North American Championships, which will be held on August 9 to 13, 2010 at Toms River Yacht

Club, Toms River, New Jersey, could see up to 100 boats involved in the competition. This will be the North American

qualifying event for the 2011 World Championships in Buzio, Brazil.

This summer the Toms River Yacht Club will host the Lightning Atlantic Coast Championship Regatta on July 25

and 26. This will be an opportunity for competitors to experience the conditions and “tune-up” for the Championship

regatta in 2010.

lightningclass.org

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G-CAT 36POWERCAT

Fuel effi ciency and

smoothness of ride are

achieved with a hull

design that produces less

turbulence and drag than any planing hull. The deep-V and sharp entry over the full length of the hulls slice through

waves, minimizing energy wasted and providing a smooth ride. Dual engines provide excellent performance and

extraordinary fuel economy.

Inside is an enclosed cockpit design that accommodates six people comfortably, with enough headroom to satisfy

even the tallest of boaters. Custom-designed interior features and optimized use of interior space allow for comfortable

cruising and enjoyable socializing. The quality, attention to detail and decorating options make the 36 PowerCat truly

“A Different Breed of Cat.”

Presently equipped with two Evinrude 90 HP ETEC®-Twins, the G-Cat 36 PowerCat will also be available with two

electric engines.

In addition, G-Cat Multihulls, LLC, is proud that the G-Cat 36 PowerCat has been built to be environmentally friendly

and will also play a humanitarian role, as the company will donate a portion of its profi ts to Morningstar Fisherman, a

not-for-profi t organization dedicated to fi ghting hunger in third world countries.

g-catmultihulls.com

The 2008 G-Cat 36 thrusts a new generation of catamaran

owners into the future in style, comfort and efficiency.

Photos by David Monroe

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STRATOSSTRATOS 486 SF

With loads of lockable storage, the huge center compartment

handles skis, wakeboards and other gear, while the spacious forward

casting deck has even more room for life jackets, rods, tackle and

everything else you need for a day of adventure on the water.

Standard features include performance instrumentation, fi shfi nder electronics, a Minn Kota® 55-pound trolling

motor, aerated livewell, retractable boarding ladder and a fl ush-mounted Sirius Satellite capable AM/FM CD stereo

system with speakers.

The Stratos 486 SF packs fun, freedom and excitement at a special 25th anniversary price of $26,995, which includes

a fully rigged boat, motor and single-axle trailer with brakes.

stratosboats.com

Designed to maximize style,

performance, comfort and value,

the Stratos 486 SF is the ideal

choice for family fun on the water. At 18 feet 6 inches long and

rated for a maximum 150 horsepower, the deep-sided 486 SF

is built for a wide variety of fishing and family water sports.

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Marine Magellan Insight is a unique

wireless security, monitoring and

surveillance system with GPS satellite

tracking.

Connected to the internet through the

Ericsson W25 or the Tellular SX7T,

Insight provides complete access to a

boat from any computer with Internet

access or through a web-enabled

mobile phone. The system has full GPS

tracking through the new Inmarsat

IsatM2M network and will report alarm

notifi cations from anywhere in the world.

When in wireless range, the Insight will

report alarms with a voice message,

email and/or SMS text message and

allow owners to view live video feeds

off the boat.

Owners have a personalized,

password-protected web page to view

live images from onboard cameras and

archived footage from triggered events.

(The Insight DVR adds the ability to

record and store 30 days of video from

four onboard cameras.) The page also

displays vessel status, alarms that have

occurred and a complete history of

events. Onboard security can be armed

or disarmed, and AC/DC accessories

can be controlled remotely via the

Internet connection.

paradoxmarine.com // (954) 565-9898

HOV POD

The three-seater Hov Pod hovers on a cushion or air, so it

can “fl y” at an average height of 8 inches above the surface

at speeds of up to 45 miles per hour. There is no propeller to

get damaged by submerged rocks, so you can gain access

to virgin fi shing areas.

The Hov Pod’s hull design utilizes High Density Polyethylene

(HDPE), which is very light, very strong, impact-resistant

and extremely buoyant. A quick fl ick of the steering handles

can effect a 180° turn or a 360° or 720° spin. The Hov

Pod can be fi tted with four-stroke or two-stroke engines,

and there are waterproof storage areas to stow camping

equipment, GPS, VHF radios and your catch.

The craft also can be used for tenders or rescue craft that

can approach places other craft and people cannot reach,

such as winter ice-bound island homes, shallow rivers

or deserted islands surrounded by coral reefs. With no

propeller to disturb marine life, they are also eco-friendly.

hovpod.com

MARINE MAGELLAN INSIGHT SECURITY SYSTEM

TRAVELER AND EXPLORER ELECTRIC MOTORSSolidNav has introduced two electric

motors for sailboats and small

watercraft: the SolidNav Traveler™

and the SolidNav Explorer™.

The Explorer is the fi rst mass-

produced electric engine solution

for sailboats. Equivalent to a 24-hp

diesel engine, the Explorer is 100 percent

battery powered. Optimized for effi cient

cruising, it provides the power for up to a

33-foot sailboat. The powerful 4kW sparkless

drive provides a safe, clean alternative to

fossil fuel usage in one convenient drop-in

package. An industry-fi rst common cable

mounting system is used with existing controls,

and a fl ex bracket system allows alignment in

almost any existing engine compartment. The

Explorer sells for $4,995, which includes the

engine and mounting system.

The Traveler has been designed for sailboats,

pontoon boats and small watercraft. Weighing

less than 60 pounds, the Traveler is an ideal

engine solution for small watercraft motoring.

With a long shaft and remote engine control, it

makes docking enjoyable without the concern

of lethal oil sheens and clouds of foul smelling

fumes. The motor retails for $2,499.

solidnav.com

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ULTRA ANCHOR

The Ultra Anchor from Quickline has a

unique, rugged and strong design that

features a very low center of gravity that

ensures it consistently lands upright

on the seafl oor. Its pointed, curved tip,

hollow shank and lead-fi lled concave

base allows it to set in virtually all

bottom conditions, penetrating even the

toughest surfaces quickly and ensuring

extra-strong holding power.

The anchor is rust resistant and its

fully enclosed lead base eliminates

any electrolysis issues and concerns.

The anchor’s anti-foul bar ensures that

the anchor rode will not tangle on the

shank or dislodge the anchor from its

set position. The harder the rode pulls,

the more deeply the anchor digs in.

The Ultra Anchor is also an eco-friendly

solution; typically setting within its own

length, it reduces bottom environment

impact, and its high polished surface

resists mud and debris sticking.

The Ultra Anchor is available in 15 sizes

ranging from 18 to 440 pounds and has

a retail price range of $900 to $15,000.

Additional sizes are manufactured to

order.

quickline.us // (714) 843-6964

SLIPKNOT ROPE STOPSlipKnot™ adjustable rope stop is an egg-shaped device that can be used to

create a knot, grip, stop or spacer.

SlipKnot is molded from weather-resistant nylon, has ribbed construction for a

sure grip and can be used with braided or stranded lines to create a secure but

easily adjustable knot or stop. Featuring three sizes that fi t 3/8-inch, 7/16-inch

and 1/2-inch rope, they come in clear plastic clamshell three-packs of each size

and an assortment of all sizes.

Designed to feed a rope through it or disassemble and attach in the middle of

an existing rope, SlipKnot grips by holding one side and twisting the other. An

internal mechanism (patent pending) grips the line with up to 200 pounds of

holding power, depending upon the rope’s construction. They are offered in

three colors: orange, safety yellow and marine blue.

A three-pack of Stafford’s SlipKnot sells for a suggested retail price of $24.95.

staf fordslipknot.com

AUTOTETHERThe Autotether boating safety device is an

unobtrusive wireless unit that clips into the ignition

switch. It operates via a transmitter that sends

radio waves to a receiver connected to the boat’s

ignition. When the sensor is submerged in water,

the signal between the transmitter and the receiver

is instantly broken, and Autotether activates the

ignition kill switch.

The unit can accommodate a total of four wireless

sensors. Any passenger wearing the sensor who

falls overboard will signal the boat to stop with the

sound of an alarm. For added safety, should the

operator or a passenger notice a potential danger,

the red alert button located on the sensor can be

pushed to sound an alarm and stop the boat.

Autotether can be transferred from boat to

boat with the proper clip. It also can

be used to monitor a water skier

or a tuber with the alarm

only and not shut off the

boat if he or she goes in

the water.

The kit includes one ignition

switch clip, one transmitter, two

personal sensors and two AAA

batteries and costs $295. Additional

personal sensors cost $69 apiece.

autotether.com // (888) 593-4181

Marine industry standards require ungrounded, continuously-

energized terminals or studs to be protected with a boot,

cap or other shield. These requirements can be met

with the 200 Series Lug and Ring Terminal Insulators

from VTE Inc.

Ideal for inverters, starters, windlasses,

chargers and other high-energy connections,

the 200 Series Lug and Ring Terminal Insulators

are manufactured from high-quality PVC with a 194°F

temperature rating and are resistant to gasoline and

oil. Available in sizes ranging from 12 to 34 mm terminal

outside diameter, they can handle 18-4/0 gauge cable. For

longer terminals, the series also come in an extended version.

Offered in black or red, as well as

12 additional special-order colors,

the heavy-duty insulators have a

tensile strength of 1,100 PSI and

elongation of 410 percent. They

resist brittleness to -40°F and

are self-extinguishing.

The 200 Series Terminal Insulators

have a suggested retail prices starting at $0.48. For quantities

of 100 to 249, the prices start at $0.30. Commercial quantity

discounts are available.

vteworld.com // (800) 527-9256

Air-Dryr uses heat and

natural convection

to keep air dry and

prevent mold. With

no components to

cause sparking, it is

safe for boat cabins,

v-berths, engine

rooms and bilges.

The unit is placed on the fl oor and plugs into a 110/120V

outlet. Air is heated above dew point to hold moisture in

suspension and is then released through the top vents of

Air-Dryr. As warmed air rises, cooler damp air is drawn into

the unit, where it too is heated.

Silent and economical, the unit has no switch, fan or

thermostat. A thermal cut-off turns the unit off should

air fl ow be impeded.

The Air-Dryr 500 handles up to 500 cubic feet, draws 0.6

amps, 130W and measures 14 inches (L) by 5 inches (W) by

4.5 inches (H). It retails for $57.99. The Air-Dryr 1000 handles

up to 1,000 cubic feet, draws 1.1 amps, 130W, measures 13.5

inches in diameter, stands 4.25 inches high and costs $67.99.

davisnet.com // (510) 732-9229

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TERMINAL INSULATORS

Rhino Hide’s High Bond Acrylic Transfer

Tape (HiBATT) permanently adheres

to countless surfaces, including

polyethylene and polypropylene fi lm,

PVC, metal and wood. The acrylic

adhesive is particularly effective with

plastic sheeting, carpeting, fl ooring

and signs.

The two-sided sealing and bonding

scrim tape is like spray glue on a roll

without volatile organic compounds

and sticky overspray. Supplied on a

natural, siliconized paper release liner,

HiBATT has excellent tack and high

adhesive strength. It is also resistant to

temperature fl uctuations, UV damage,

aging and water vapor.

Expanding and contracting with

the substrate, HiBATT is durable,

fl exible and won’t crack, become

brittle or shrink.

The 108-foot roll comes in widths of

1 inch and 3.5 inches. The 1-inch

version is packaged two rolls per case,

while the 3.5-inch tape is single boxed.

Suggested retail prices start at $14.95.

rhinohide.com // (866) 347-4466

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When Tristan Jones was

discharged from the Navy and

told he was physically unfi t

for seagoing, he got hold of a

small craft, Cresswell, which he

converted to a cruising ketch,

and started sailing. Then,

determined to sail farther north

than anyone else, Jones set

out from Iceland, accompanied

only by Nelson, the one-eyed,

three-legged dog he had

inherited.

Jones spent two winters full

of continuous suspense and

danger in this bleak polar

region. He was trapped by

violent snowstorms, attacked

by a ravenous polar bear and

marooned on an ice pack in

the Arctic Ocean, all the while

grappling with loneliness

and despair, plus dwindling

supplies. Finally, when the ice

shifted, crushing Cresswell like

a matchbox, Jones had to deal

with possible death.

Widely regarded as one of the

best-known small-boat sailors

and writers of our times, Jones

tells the unforgettable story of

this adventurous voyage and

his harrowing survival.

Sheridan House // $16.95

The Sailor from Gibraltar

By Marguerite Duras

Freighters of Manitowoc

By Tom Wenstadt

Freighters of Manitowoc

chronicles the building of

freight carrying vessels

in Manitowoc, Wisconsin.

Manitowoc was a tiny frontier

town in the 1840s with a river

entrance on the western shore

of Lake Michigan. From these

small beginnings, it grew to

build and deliver the largest

vessels on all of the Great

Lakes of the time.

While there was only one

principal shipyard that

produced freight vessels in

the 20th century in Manitowoc,

there were more than 18

builders in the second half

of the 19th century that built

an amazing number of ships.

Read about the builders

themselves, the vessels they

built, their yards and how

their businesses interrelated

with the town, the river, the

lake and other waterways of

the world. You will view the

evolution of ship design and

construction technology and

see freighters built before

your eyes through pictorial

chronologies from keel

blocks through launch, fi nal

fi t-out and delivery. As you

follow from ship to ship and

builder to builder, shipbuilding

becomes the spirit of the city.

Packed with 519 photographs,

this book not only serves as a

reference for details of each

ship but also paints a time-

lapse story of the evolution of

the industry in Manitowoc.

Authorhouse // $17.97

Ice!

By Tristan Jones

Disaffected, bored with his

career at the French Colonial

Ministry (where he has copied

out birth and death certifi cates

for eight years), and disgusted

by a mistress whose vapid

optimism arouses his most

violent misogyny, the narrator

of The Sailor from Gibraltar

fi nds himself at the point of

complete breakdown while

vacationing in Florence. After

leaving his mistress and the

Ministry behind forever, he

joins the crew of the Gibraltar,

a yacht captained by Anna, a

beautiful American in perpetual

search of her sometime lover, a

young man known only as the

“Sailor from Gibraltar.”

Though confronted with the

loneliness and boredom of

life aboard, captain and crew

continue to pursue the passion

for which they fi rst set sail. This

kind of confl icted voyaging

is familiar to many boaters,

and Duras describes it in all

its complexity and beauty. In

one characteristically precise

passage, she writes, “The sea

was smooth and warm. The

ship cut through it like a blade

through ripe fruit.” Readers will

move through this compelling

novel just as effortlessly.

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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SHORE POWER CONNECTIONS TO HELP REDUCE FIRE RISKS.

As pleasure boats have become more complex, onboard

electrical safety has become more important. Although this

may be something boaters don’t think about very often, here

is a critical thought to consider: A major percentage of fi res

on pleasure boats are electrical in origin.

A likely place an electrical fi re can start is at the boat’s inlet

receptacle. The inlet receptacle is the fi xture on the side of

the boat, with the hinged cap, where you connect the shore

power cable. Since it is often exposed to the elements, the

inlet receptacle’s condition can deteriorate.

The receptacle can be damaged in a number of ways,

including the simple action of plugging the cord into it. Over

the years, the clips in the cord that contact the prongs in the

receptacle wear out, which can result in a loose connection.

If the cord end feels loose when you plug into the receptacle,

it may be time to buy a new cord.

If the receptacle is in a location where it gets wet, corrosion

often occurs, especially if the locking ring on the cord end

is missing, or if it isn’t properly attached to the receptacle. If

rain, salt water or washdown water gets into the connection,

the metal parts will corrode and that corrosion will cause

resistance, which results in heat that can melt the insulation

and lead to a disastrous fi re. That locking ring is important.

If your cord doesn’t have one, get one and use it! If you can’t

fi nd a ring for your cord, get a new cord.

You can’t depend on circuit breakers to provide protection

against this kind of damage. A corroded, loose, worn-out

receptacle can generate enough heat to start a fi re with very

little current fl owing. In one case, where a receptacle fi re

destroyed a nice 44-foot motor yacht, the cord and fi xture

Plug Into Fire SafetyBy John Strong, Principal SurveyorACE Recreational Marine Insurance®

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were part of a standard 30-amp shore power connection,

and only 12 amps were actually fl owing at the time of the

fi re—less than half the rating of the breakers on the boat

and on the dock!

How can a boater protect against this type of risk? The

fi rst, and most important, step is inspection. Every time

you unplug and plug in your boat, take a good look at the

inside of the receptacle, under the cap. The three prongs

protrude from a plastic base, and in most newer boats, the

base is white. If a prong has been overheating, the plastic

around the base of the prong will discolor from the heat,

turning light brown at fi rst and darkening over time.

The second step in the process is replacement. If you ever

see any sign of darkening around the base of one of the

prongs, replace the damaged parts immediately! It’s not

good enough to just clean the corrosion from the prongs.

Corrosion is often the culprit, but it may be a worn-out

cord end that’s causing a loose connection, or a loose

connection at the back side of the receptacle, where the

boat’s wiring connects. The electrical loads on boats tend

to change as thermostatically-controlled devices, like

water heaters, block heaters and electric space heaters,

turn on and off. Overheating that begins due to corrosion,

and then goes through countless cycles as components

turn on and off, will cause metal parts to expand and

contract, which can lead to loose connections. This means

that a minor problem can lead to a major catastrophe if

enough time and cycles pass.

For more fi re prevention tips, get a free Fire Extinguisher

brochure from ACE Recreational Marine Insurance at

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Fire aboard a boat, especially in a crowded marina with

covered moorage, can result in an enormous disaster.

Vessels, marina property and lives are all at risk. Do your

part to keep your boat safe, and your marina’s management

will thank you for it. In fact, many marinas are establishing

electrical safety and inspection programs. Good for them!

AN ELECTICAL FIRE CAN START IS AT THE BOAT’S INLET RECEPTACLE. THE INLET RECEPTACLE IS THE FIXTURE ON THE SIDE OF THE BOAT.

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1984 272 Formula: Black/silver, new 10,000 lb. trailer, new interior, twin 5.7 Mercs. Boat shows like new. New cockpit cover, low hours, extra drive. (231) 750-4734. $14,895.

2005 Sea Ray Amberjack 290: Like new, fresh water only and stored inside on a rack. T- 350 Magnum Horizon V-drives, Ray Marine 435i GPS, chart-plotter and more. Less than 30 hrs. of use. (716) 754-1183. Asking $135,000.

1994 Tiara 29’ Open: Excellent condition. Twin Crusader 350s. Raytheon electronics (radar, autopilot, VHF/hailer, videoecho sounder). New canvas. Electric planner board reels, rod holders, much more. See www.LokeLures.com homepage. (586) 725-5911. $79,900.

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2002 Mainship Pilot 30: Hardtop presently located in Pine Island, Florida. 240 hp Yanmar, electric stove, Nova cool fridge and only 197 hours since new. (866) 941-5884. $85,000.

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1963 30’ Chris Craft Constellation: Hardtop, twin 283s, full CC options, new chrome, hardware, interior, bottom paint. Well maintained, under cover. Tennessee River. Ready to cruise. (423) 894-2698. $22,500.

2002 Searay 320 Sundancer: Like new. Twin 350 MPI Horizons/v-drives. Low hours. New canvas ’08. Radar/GPS/heat-ac. (414) 573-9500. $119k.

1989 32’ Wellcraft St. Tropez: 450hrs., 454s, generator, air/heat, chartplotter, windlass, driplass, 4-blade nibral, VC paint. Call (734) 284-5186, lahey08@yahoo.com. Reduced $33,900.

2002 Larson 330 Cabriolet: Twin economical 5.7L Volvo duo-props. Stored heated indoors winters since new. Near new condition. Bayfi eld, WI, edgo@centurytel.net or (715) 779-3153. $64,950.

1973 36’ Unifl ite: Double cabin, twin 440 Chryslers, generator, air conditioning, two heads. Call (440) 759-8145. $29,000 OBO.

1995 Tiara 40 Mid-Cabin Express: Cummins 420s, 400 hrs., 9kw Onan, extended swim platform, cockpit air, ash interior, fully equipped. (313) 949-4392. $239,000 or offer.

2000 Carver 404: Stellar condition with all options. Stored indoors winters and needs nothing. Full canvas and ready to entertain. (866) 941-5884. $169,000.

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2001 420 Sea Ray Aft Cabin: Volvo diesels, fast and economical. 3 staterooms, 2 full heads, all the options. Great 2 couple/family cruiser. (716) 864-1755.

2001 42 Regal Commodore 4160: 300 hrs., Volvo diesels. Large galley, two staterooms, two heads. Full Raymarine, color plotter, radar. Zodiac on roller bunk. Perfect condition. Contact Rick at (231) 941-1284.

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ACE Recreational Marine Insurance 31

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Chicago Park District 5

Dept. of Agriculture 57

EDAW 22

Essex Credit 3

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Glastron Boats 14

Golden Giant 35

Island Pilot 7

William Kuesel, CPA 45

MRE Boat Transport 64

North Point Marina 65

Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council 9

Trawlers Midwest 23

VisitRochester 2

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