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June 2011

PUBLISHER’S NOTE

priorities in the Great Lakes area, such as stopping the introduction and spread of aquatic invasive species, restoring and protecting fish and wildlife habitats, controlling pollution and toxins, ensuring the sustainable use of water resources, investigating new energy sources,

Publisher & Editor in Chief F. Ned Dikmen Managing Editor Karen Malonis

evaluating and interpreting information to forecast the effects of climate change, and providing boat access to locations that need it. Chicago will host the Coastal Zone

As the months grow warmer, the boating

2011 conference, sponsored by NOAA, in

season begins to take shape. Once again,

July 2011. This will be just the second time

it will be a labor of love to prepare your

that the Great Lakes have been the setting

second home for another journey into the

for the meeting.

world of water and fun.

Three spotlights in this issue will provide

There’s good news in our feature about

Editorial Assistant Jessica Tobacman Graphic Design Mila Ryk Juliana Verona

you with plenty of information on a variety

the Chicago harbor system and the

of topics. One spotlight describes the

construction of the 31st Street Harbor,

Design Intern Andrea Vasata

boaters’ paradise that can be found in

which will add 1,000 slips to the existing

Lake Erie at Middle Bass Island State Park

5,200 when it is completed in 2012. But

Web Design Leo Dempsey

Marina near Port Clinton, Ohio. This new,

we do not need to wait another year to

state-of-the-art marina now has 252 slips,

enjoy the new pool of available slips. By

including more than 140 for transient

the beginning of this season, another 300

boaters. Another spotlight details the

slips will be added to the existing harbor

emergency gear needed to help anglers

system, so this should make it easier to

survive a mishap offshore. Being smart

secure a slip assignment.

is the best way to stay out of harm’s way.

Our boat feature focuses on Carver

The third spotlight focuses on boating

Yachts, which has recently had a change

safely with your pets, with checklists for

of ownership. The company is introducing

on-land and on-board recommendations

several new models and has entered a

so that your furry friends will have trouble-

partnership with SkipperBud’s to carry

free outings.

their lines in the Midwest.

We hope this issue will assist you with

We also take a look at Honda Marine, a

your boating preparations and help you to

leader in 4-stroke engine technology. Many

enjoy this boating season. Please consider

of its outboards include exclusive features

joining the Great Lakes Boating Federation

found in the company’s most popular

to help keep boating viable for years to

automobile engines, such as Variable Valve

come. Boaters working together under

Timing and Lift Electronic Control.

one umbrella can bring about changes beneficial to boating and work to keep

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric

boating alive.

Administration and its Office of Ocean and Coastal Resource Management (OCRM) administer programs in states to keep their coasts healthy and economically viable. OCRM helps each state meet its

READ US ONLINE SIGN UP NOW AT GREATLAKESBOATING.COM AND

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Contributing Brian Bohnsack, Writers Neil Dikmen, Douglas C.Luper, Rick Stern, Michele Winowitch

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Carver 44 Sojourn *LOA: 44’4”

FEATURES

FEATURES • CARVER BOATS • CHICAGO HARBORS • COASTAL MANAGEMENT OF THE GREAT LAKES • HONDA MARINE

**BEAM: 13’11” DRAFT: 46” FUEL CAPACITY: : 412 gal.

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SLEEPS: 6 * w/platform and gunnel molding ** w/gunnel molding

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SPOTLIGHTS

SPOTLIGHTS • LAKE ERIE BOATERS’ PARADISE 18 • PET TRAVEL SAFETY ON A BOAT 28 • ANGLERS’ EMERGENCY GEAR 32

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With its aggressive and sporty profile, the 44 Sojourn is the newest yacht in Carver’s popular Mariner Series. This completely redesigned model represents numerous logical, ergonomic and styling improvements.

The bridge has seating for at least 12 people and is equipped with a large, comfortable sun lounge. The helm is designed to accommodate today’s high-tech navigation and communication instruments, with a heavy-duty aluminum arch and integral hardtop that serve as support for the optional bridge enclosure.

The salon and cabins are styled around a single-level floor plan with no steps to navigate or hamper ease of movement.

The salon is spacious and brightly lit by numerous windows and an aft sliding door. Oak hardwood is used throughout to provide a contemporary atmosphere.

To port is a sectional sofa lounge, and to starboard is a dinette that seats six and converts to a double bed. The galley is adjacent to the salon and is equipped with full-size refrigerator, convection microwave, two-burner cook top, coffee maker and numerous drawers and cabinets.

DEPARTMENTS DEPARTMENTS IN THE NEWS IN THE NEWS • GREAT LAKES • FISHING • YACHT CLUBS • MARINAS • CRUISING • NATIONAL • SAILING

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• PUBLISHER’S NOTE • EDITORIALS • LETTERS TO THE EDITOR • NEW PRODUCTS • BOAT CARE AND FEEDING • MARINE MART • EVENTS CALENDAR • ADVERTISER INDEX

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Situated forward of the galley are two staterooms and two head compartments.

The master stateroom has an island berth and the VIP stateroom has been configured with additional headroom and two twin beds.

In addition, there is plenty of storage space.

The yacht is offered with either traditional gasoline inboard engines or can be outfitted with twin Volvo gas or diesel engines and joystick-controlled IPS pod drives.

Carver Boat Corporation, LLC 790 Markham Drive Pulaski, WI 54162 (920) 822-3214 carveryachts.com

EDITORIALS

Stop Picking on Boaters Boaters have always been an appealing target for governments

off shore sites on the Great Lakes are being earmarked for

to pick on. And they become exceedingly more att ractive when

harvesting this renewable energy source. Areas that seems

it is difficult to balance the budget. Do you ever remember a

to att ract installation sites are off shore centers, near large

time when no new, clever revenue sources were sought after?

metropolitan areas and boating centers. Many boaters on the

Most lawmakers cannot walk away from budgetary problems

Great Lakes are day sailors going some five to 10 miles out and

without taking a good, hard look at boating.

returning at the end of the day to their harbors. Adding wind

For instance, in Chicago in 1986, Chicago’s mayor came running after 5,200 boaters, believing that he had found an unheard of, lucrative revenue source. Believing that boaters wouldn’t look for alternative moorings, the mayor subjected them to a surcharge, believing that they would gladly pay it and keep boating happily in Chicago.

Well, history proved otherwise. Boaters are a slippery bunch.

Unlike real estate buildings, they can abandon their moorings and move to other harbors, other municipalities and even other states. Indeed, that is what happened, when about 2,000, cream-of-the-crop, large-craft owners (of vehicles more than 27 feet in length) left Chicago never to return.

In addition to boaters being elusive, boats are deceiving when they are viewed from a distance. To the untrained eye, they all look expensive and owned by well-heeled individuals.

In reality, many of the 16 million registered boats have the value of Chevettes, while only a handful are comparable to Bentleys. Owners accordingly range from carpenters and plumbers to old-money hoarders and CEOs of large fi rms. At a time when the administration is gett ing ready to heavily tax those individuals with high incomes to balance the budget and reduce the deficit, boaters have become very att ractive targets. One doesn’t need to be wealthy or have access to old money to own a boat. Many used boats in this bad economy can be purchased for under $25,000, the cost of a moderately priced new car. A 26-foot or longer boat is often considered a home away from home.

It is as if we have run out of land adjacent to water, where wind is abundant, to construct wind turbine farms. Strategic

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turbines to these areas provides an unsightly decorum for boaters and city dwellers who wish to have their lines of sight extend farther than the eye can see. It is the last untouched bastion, where boaters can enjoy the fruits of independence.

The deafening sounds generated by the wind turbines do not mix with the freedom of the open sea.

Without due consideration, a move that can deal a hurtful blow to millions of boat engines is the fuel with 15% ethanol that the administration is trying to make available, in total disregard to the sensitivity to higher ethanol that the 10% engines can use. The administration, justifying this move as the needed step to break away from our addiction to foreign oil, is trying to help corn growers who are providing this fuel.

Boating remains one of the best family recreational instruments and hobby. It is also one of the very few instruments to enjoy freedom. The economic windfall from these 16 million boaters to the American economy is mammoth, ranging from $35 to $40 billion annually. On the Great Lakes alone, it is estimated to exceed $9 billion.

Chicago’s 5,200 boats contribute a whopping $78 million to the city’s economy, and with the addition of the 31st Street Harbor next year, that number is expected to swell to $100 million. A boat moored on Chicago’s lakefront is a getaway at an unbelievable value. A $3,500 rental fee for the entire boating season (May to November) is an unbeatable bargain.

A mere $500 per month is the cost for an elegant lifestyle, which accommodates a family on Lake Michigan, with the backdrop of Chicago’s day and night lifestyle. Th is lifestyle is not for a select few. It is available to anyone.

It’s Better to Be Buoyant The mandatory wearing of life jackets has entered the radar

the acceptance of alternative life jackets by completing and

screen as a possibility in various areas. The U.S. Coast Guard

accepting a harmonized, North American standard.

estimates that 80% of boating fatalities could be avoided if boaters wore life jackets.

A similar comparison could be made between life jackets and seatbelts. Initially, weren’t seatbelts bothersome, cumbersome

On April 5, the Massachusett s State Legislature considered a

and irritating when forced to wear them? But now, after all

bill that would have made it mandatory for everyone to wear

this time, the public has become used to the idea, and wearing

life jackets on boats less than 20 feet long, throughout the

seatbelts is second nature. How many lives have been saved

year. The legislature tabled the measure, and may reconsider it

because of this law?

this summer.

Still, the proposals for mandatory life jacket-wearing raise

In Arlington, Va., the National Boating Safety Advisory

some questions: How is this going to be enforced, and

Council met on April 1 and 2, and approved a resolution

who is going to regulate it? Having safety equipment is

recommending that the U.S. Coast Guard “initiate

commonsense. However, now it seems like a bureaucracy

efforts which target a future regulatory project to pursue

may be built around this new rule, perhaps even including the

requirements for life jacket wear for recreational boaters

creation of a new agency to oversee implementation. What

while underway and riding in or upon 1.) personal watercraft ,

is even more disturbing is the thought that this action might

regardless of length; 2.) human-powered vessels (such as

lead to other mandatory actions, such as boat licensing.

canoes, kayaks, rowboats, etc.), regardless of length; 3.) any vessel less than 18 feet in length; and 4.) any person being towed while engaged in water sports.”

Those who say that wearing life jackets has a negative side do have a point: It can curb the sense of freedom that comes from boating. In the past, life jackets were bulky and unatt ractive.

The resolution further directs the Coast Guard to “work with

However, things have changed. Today’s life jackets are

its partners to design a strategy to engage the boating public

improved models that are much more comfortable and

through in-person and electronic dialogue on this topic

stylish than they used to be. Boaters can put on life jackets for

through pre-rulemaking consultation aimed at informing the

voyages this boating season, and they can practically forget

public about the potential benefits of such regulation, gauging

that they’re wearing them.

public opinion about life jacket wear based on boating type and activity, and making decisions on this topic based on a thorough understanding of both public sentiment and potential benefits.”

Only time would tell whether boaters across the nation would embrace the requirement of wearing life jackets. The majority of the times a life jacket or a seatbelt is worn, it feels relatively natural. Life jackets help to make boating expeditions safer,

It was also recommended that the Coast Guard streamline its

and the times when emergencies arise make wearing these

life jacket testing and approval process “to reduce the overall

safety jackets worth it.

cost of highly comfortable life jackets, support innovation and creativity in life jacket design and technology, and allow improved life jacket models to reach the consumer quicker and easier.” Additionally, the Coast Guard was asked to consider

The Great Lakes Boating Federation believes in and encourages the use of life jackets. It’s good sense to start the season with a resolution to be protected on the water.

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LET TERS TO THE EDITOR

M ORE TA XES

FOR

B OATERS ?

I’m hearing that some bad things are going to happen to boaters. In Connecticut, there’s a budget deal taxing boats worth more than $100,000. Is this the start of more taxes?

Even though this is supposedly not as bad as an earlier plan, it still hits boaters hard. Why is this happening? Is it going to spread across the country? Are we going to be the targets of states? Are they going to come after boaters now, for property and luxury taxes? What lies ahead?

N UCLEAR WASTE H EADED L AKE H URON S HORES ?

FOR

I boat on Lake Huron a lot. I hear that energy companies in Canada are thinking about storing nuclear waste on its shores. Even though only low levels of nuclear waste would be stored at the beginning, who’s going to watch it to make sure that it won’t start taking in worse types of waste? Even allowing any waste to be stored there at all is not a good way to go.

Before any Canadian energy company decides to do this, they should ask the public what they think. Who is going to have to deal with this, while they’re on the lake? What will happen if radiation leaks into this lake?

Ed Schantz Winnetka, Ill

JOIN THE VOICE of 4.3 MILLION BOATERS

Great Lakes Boating Federation

I think there should be a ban on all nuclear repositories in the Great Lakes basin. This affects the public too much. It should be looked at from our perspective.

Ben Yakitis Lexington, Mich.

We want to hear from you.

Send a letter to the editor and tell us what you think.

www.greatlakesboatingfederation.org

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or more than 58 years, Carver has been designing yachts known for their spacious and comfortable accommodations and superior construction quality. In a time when many companies have limited their development of new products, Carver has taken an aggressive stance by developing four newly designed yachts for 2011. These four new models display Carver’s continued commitment to delivering intelligently designed yachts that represent tremendous value.

“Boaters are always interested in new designs and new products. It’s just part of their nature,” said company president, Robert VanGrunsven.

“A company has to have confidence and part of that confidence comes from the willingness to invest company resources into new products.

Without something new and exciting you give people no reason to consider buying their family a new boat.”

Along with their commitment to developing new products, Carver also recently formulated a strong partnership with one of the Midwest’s most highly regarded dealerships— SkipperBud’s. With 12 locations throughout the Midwestern states, SkipperBud’s is well-situated to provide high-level service before and after the sale that today’s yacht owner deserves.

Carver and SkipperBud’s is a union between two longstanding and trustworthy companies.

The four new Carver designs include two new yachts in the Mariner class, the 44 Sojourn and the 36 Mariner. Both of these models have their design roots in the company’s popular Mariner, single-level floor plan and concept. This design provides a platform with logical and ergonomic interiors that are exceptionally spacious for their size. In addition, the Mariner concept also provides a command bridge that is low to the water and wide open for entertaining.

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*LOA **Beam Draft Sleeps

39’9” 12’5” 37” 4

* with platform and gunnel molding ** with gunnel molding

CARVER 36 MARINER The 36 Mariner has a design that is balanced between a sedan and an express model. Its stateroom, galley, dinette and salon are built upon a single-floor level.

The easy-to-access bridge has seating for 10 passengers and is equipped with a wet bar. Forward of the windshield is a sunpad and bench seating.

The full-beam salon has an L-shaped lounge and an entertainment center that is equipped with a 20-inch LCD TV, DVD player, satellite radio system, AM/FM/CD marine stereo and iPod® dock. The galley is equipped with an electric, 2-burner range, refrigerator/freezer, microwave and storage cabinets. The master stateroom has a queensize berth, tufted, cut pile carpet, curtains, hanging lockers, seven storage cabinets and private head access.

This new design can be equipped with a wide selection of different propulsion packages. Choose from a gasoline-powered twin inboard package or twin Volvo Stern Drive diesels mated with Ocean X® saltwater-ready stern drive protection and joystick-control technologies.

www.carveryachts.com

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*LOA **Beam Draft Sleeps

44’4” 13’11” 46” 6

* with platform and gunnel molding ** with gunnel molding

CARVER 44 SOJOURN The new 44 Sojourn boasts a newly-styled hull, superstructure, hardtop and contemporary interior.

The bridge has seating for at least 12 people and is equipped with a large sun lounge. The helm is designed to accommodate hightech navigation and communication instruments, with a heavy-duty aluminum arch and integral hardtop that serve as support for the optional bridge enclosure.

The salon and cabins are styled around a single-level floor plan. To port is a sectional sofa, and to starboard is a dinette that seats six and converts to a double bed. The galley is adjacent to the salon and is equipped with full-size refrigerator, convection microwave, two-burner cook top, coffee maker and numerous drawers and cabinets.

Forward of the galley are two staterooms and two head compartments.

The master stateroom has an island berth and the VIP stateroom has been configured with additional headroom and two twin beds. In addition, there is plenty of space to store and hang clothing.

The yacht is offered with either traditional gasoline inboard engines or it can be outfitted with twin Volvo gas or diesel engines and joystickcontrolled IPS pod drives.

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CARVER 41 MOTOR YACHT Also this year, the fresh new Carver 41 Motor Yacht takes a

“We see the command bridge market going back to its roots.

new approach to the well-established cockpit motor yacht-

Our customers are demanding space for entertaining and

style boat. Streamlined styling, hand-crafted woodwork and

enjoying their families—a space that can be used to vacation,

efficient utilization of space make the 41 Motor Yacht a very

spend time on and create positive, long-lasting memories.

attractive vessel for weekends and extended family cruises.

Our mission is to provide just that in an exceptional and

Finally for 2011, Carver is excited to bring their newly designed 54 Voyager to the market. This design holds true to the classic pilothouse Voyager series that has been so successful for the company. The 54V is set to launch in June of 2011. This true pilothouse design is focused on space, layout, function, long-range cruising and efficiency. The 54V offers outstanding overnight accommodations, timeless design and exceptional value.

value-based way,” states VanGrunsven. “The world economy has changed much in our industry. In the end, people with a passion for the water and boating will always be present.

However, we recognize that for some families, a more economical option needs to be present to fulfill their product needs. For 58 years Carver Yachts has been providing just that. An unmatched product with an unmatched value that is supported by unmatched customer service and aftermarket support. This is a value proposition that we have always offered and we are very proud of that fact.”

CARVER 54 VOYAGER

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MIDDLE BASS ISLAND

By Brian Bohnsack, Recreational Boating and Fishing Liaison, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

K

en Alvey, president of the Lake Erie Marine Trades Association, looked out over the new docks and facilities at the Middle Bass Island State Park Marina, near Port Clinton, Ohio. He exclaimed, “This exceeds even my wildest dreams!” Alvey, the former chief of the Ohio Department of Natural Resources’ (ODNR) Division of Watercraft, and many of his colleagues have developed some lofty dreams for the renovation of this marina since it was purchased by his former agency in 2000.

Without question, dreams and persistence are paying off

shower and laundry machines, as well as the harbormaster

for Lake Erie boaters with the completion of Phase 3 of

building. The marina, which had a grand opening last

the Middle Bass Island State Park Marina renovation and

summer to celebrate the new features, has already

expansion project last summer by the ODNR. This phase

experienced overflowing crowds of boaters.

included the addition of permanent restroom and shower facilities within the marina complex. By all accounts, this summer is looking like a promising one for the marina and for the accompanying Middle Bass Island State Park. The next phase of the marina project is scheduled for completion this fall and will include the development of additional restroom,

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The ODNR’s plans are resulting in a state-of-the-art marina that is quickly becoming the top gun in this part of Lake Erie. With the completion of Phase 3, the Middle Bass Island marina now has 252 slips, including more than 140 available for transient boaters. Most of the slips have dockside utilities, as well as access to the new shower and restroom facilities.

Photos cour tesy of the Ohio DNR

ERIE’S

Perhaps most importantly, the marina serves as a safe harbor

Pelee Island

location year round for boaters who get caught out on the water when the weather turns bad.

“Everyone loves the new facilities,” said Assistant Park

North Bass Island

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Manager Karen Beckman. “They really appreciate that we offer electricity and water at most of our docks. Word is getting out pretty quickly about our marina and we have

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Middle Island

Middle Bass Island

already had to turn away some boaters on weekends. We encourage boaters to make reservations for overnight stays by calling the marina office. Day stays are on a first-come, first-served basis.”

Middle Bass Island is a popular attraction for Lake Erie

South Bass Island

Lake Erie

boaters who flock there every summer to enjoy its relatively

Kelleys Island

slow pace, quaint rental cottages and brewery. The island can only be reached by boat, ferry or small plane. All of the island’s attractions can be reached by walking, bicycling or by using a golf cart after reaching the marina.

CANADA

The Ohio agency’s initiative began in May 2000 when former

Catawba Point

Ohio Gov. Bob Taft announced the purchase of 123 acres on

New York Michigan

Middle Bass Island, including the former Lonz Marina. The

Pennsylvania

area became Ohio’s 74th state park. Before the ink had dried

Ohio

on the title papers, the ODNR moved forward, developing plans to renovate and expand the marina in order to provide boaters with better docks and facilities to access the island’s popular attractions. The dream was aided by the award of almost $2 million from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s

of their habitat. Rowe suffered more than one bite from

Boating Infrastructure Grant program in 2001 and 2002.

these non-venomous snakes as he collected specimens to

Including matching funds, the ODNR has provided $20 million

aid in research of the species during the taping of his show.

for the Middle Bass Island State Park Marina.

Fortunately, they typically do not disturb the island’s visitors.

“Boaters have long told us that transient docks on Ohio’s

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, also was required to make

north coast are a welcome and needed investment,” said

sure that recipients of the agency’s federal grant funds did

Pamela Dillon, the current chief of the Ohio Division of

not make a negative impact. As a result, the project was

Watercraft. “Our goal is still the same. Quite simply, we want

required to complete an environmental impact statement to

to make the Middle Bass State Park Marina the crown jewel of

ensure that the renovation and construction would minimize

Lake Erie’s western basin.”

the effects on the snake population. This was no small task

The ODNR hopes that the facility will rise to the levels of popularity and service of the popular Leamington marinas on the north side of Lake Erie in Canadian waters. State and local leaders envision being able to provide many of the same opportunities that Leamington does without the difficulties occasionally experienced with having to check in with border agents from the United States and Canada. Middle Bass Island is located in an ideal spot to take advantage of this major regional boating attraction.

Winning the awards from the ultra-competitive Boating Infrastructure Grant Program was just the beginning of the challenge. Middle Bass Island is home to the threatened Lake Erie water snake. As Mike Rowe discovered in one episode of the popular television show Dirty Jobs, Lake Erie water snakes not only thrive in this area, but they are also protective

to overcome because the project included dewatering the existing marina to allow it to be dredged and expanded.

Ultimately, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service approved of the findings of the environmental impact statement and agreed that the construction plans would only minimally impact the snake population. In fact, it was determined that after the project was completed, snakes were likely to return to this area and thrive, due to some of the habitat improvements associated with this project.

The marina is open year round as a safe harbor location.

Shower and restroom facilities are available from May through October. The marina can accommodate boats up to 52 feet in length. Sewage pumpouts, electricity (30 and 50 amp) and potable water are available for boaters using the marina. dnr.state.oh.us // (419) 285-0311

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Perfect 10

By F. Ned Dikmen

31st Street Harbor Breaking world records and holding them there for decades is not new to Chicago.

Willis Tower, formerly known as the Sears Tower, was the tallest building on the globe for many years and a source of envy to many countries.

And now, the Chicago Park District (CPD) and Westrec, the world’s largest owner/ operator of marinas and marine-related businesses are completing the final stages of a new harbor that will be the 10th on Chicago’s 29-mile pristine Lake Michigan shoreline. Named the 31st Street Harbor, it will be a 1,000-slip marina that will provide boaters with unparalleled amenities. The Chicago harbor system will have a total number of 6,200 slips. Having laid claim to being the largest boating haven in the country for several decades, Chicago now has surpassed its own record as being the largest municipal harbor system in the United States.

This remarkable harbor system didn’t materialize by accident. Chicago’s harbors are exceptional for the manner in which they were designed and staged on Lake Michigan shores by its architectural forefathers. Owned and operated by Westrec

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With an expected opening date of May 2012, the 31st Street Harbor is located one mile south of Burnham Harbor and McCormick Place and will have easy access from Interstate 55 and Lake Shore Drive. It will bring to the lakefront more than 1,000 new boat slips, from 35 to 70 feet long, and will serve as a center for youth fishing and sailing programs. Onshore will be a community building that will offer exceptional views of the lake and the skyline, a canoe/kayak storage area and launch locations, an underground, heated parking facility that will double as winter storage for as many as 200 boats, and two additional acres of park land.

“ WE’RE EXCITED ABOUT THE PROGRESS BEING MADE ON

“

31ST STREET.

Additional amenities will include a fuel dock, a harbor store, fishing docks, beach, playground and skate park.

Mooring holders will have access to metered electrical service, subscription cable TV and phone service, fi xed fee water, free Wifi and free electric pumpouts.

Timothy Mitchell, general superintendent & CEO of the CPD, has enthusiastic praise for the project. “We’re excited about the progress being made on 31st Street. The first elements of the project will come online this summer when the new public parking areas along Fort Dearborn Drive are completed. The 31st Street Harbor project is more than just a place for boats. We are constructing a wonderful, state-of-the-art playground, picnic areas and improvements to the bike path as part of the project. I can’t wait until it opens next year.”

The new construction will bring more than added facilities Marinas, a corridor of parks and harbors has been uniquely tailored to offer only green pastures to its citizens and today provide an environmental luxury to the area’s boaters. This corridor is protected by the Lakefront Protection Ordinance, which ensures that this stretch will remain forever open, without structures or businesses to interfere with its beauty and tranquility. Yet a few steps beyond this corridor lay the vibrant tall buildings, businesses and neighborhoods of Chicago’s storied nightlife.

It is expected that the 31st Street Harbor project, divided into land-side and coastal projects, will not only deliver hundreds of new boat slips to the lakefront, but also will bring new amenities and facilities, expected to draw non-boaters to the lakefront, as well.

and conveniences to the city. According to a recent economic impact analysis for 31st Street Harbor, the direct economic effects on the local economy of harbor-related spending would be 161 jobs, $3.8 million in labor income and $5.9 million in value added. Direct effects cover the impacts in businesses selling goods and services directly to these boaters. This includes 62 jobs in marina services, 46 jobs in restaurants and bars, and 25 jobs in retail stores. Including secondary effects, the total impact on the local economy is 224 jobs, $6.0 million in labor income and $9.6 million in value added.

Besides the construction of a new harbor, enhancements extend to several other harbors. Scott Stevenson, vice president, Westrec Marinas, states, “In addition to 31st Street Harbor, we are also adding more than 300 slips to

Construction began during the summer of 2010 and will

the existing harbor system. In Belmont, Diversey, Burnham,

continue through May 2012.

Jackson Outer and Jackson Inner harbors we are taking out

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31st Street Harbor (continued) the star docks and extending our existing docks to create

decades to get choice slip assignments on the lakefront. We

these spaces. This work will be completed for the 2011

encourage anyone interested in a dock in Chicago to put in

boating season.

an application. For the first time, we can actually guarantee

“The demand for slips in the Chicago harbors remains

that they will get one next year.”

strong. We have more than 500 individuals on the new

Chicago, now a major boating center, has provided

applicant waiting list and an additional 600 on the transfer

access to amenities to those who couldn’t afford them in

list looking for slips. In a time of continued economic

a condominium set-up beforehand. The improvements

uncertainty, the harbors are maintaining strong occupancy

and services provided by CPD and Westrec have made

and have substantial demand. Because of the slips that we

Chicago a model that other communities can look to when

are offering in 31st Street, along with the additional slips in

establishing their own marinas.

the existing harbors, boaters now have the best chance in

chicagoharbors.com // (312)742-8520

Burnham Harbor Burnham Harbor is situated on the downtown Chicago Museum Campus. The harbor boasts 1,120 docks, mooring cans, star docks and available transient docking. A launch ramp situated at the harbor has parking for approximately 43 vehicles with trailers. A fuel dock facility, ship’s store and free-of-charge waste pump-out equipment are also available.

Sixty-two new slips, with sizes ranging from 50 to 70 feet, have been installed with a floating wave attenuator. Later this year, the harbor will get two new floating washrooms.

(312)747-7009

Montrose Harbor Home of the Chicago Corinthian Yacht Club, Montrose Harbor is located on the northern edge of Lincoln Park, a short walk from Montrose Beach. Montrose Harbor offers 630 docks, mooring cans, star docks and available transient docking. Waste pump-out equipment is provided on a no-charge basis. Winter storage for boats up to 45 feet is available.

(312)742-7527

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59th Street Harbor Home of the Museum Shores Yacht Club, the 59th Street Harbor is located in Jackson Park and is a short walk from the Museum of Science and Industry and the 63rd Street Beach. The harbor has 125 docks and transient docking is also available. Waste pump-out equipment is provided at no charge. For 2011, the harbor washrooms are receiving a facelift.

(312)747-7019

Diversey Harbor Diversey Harbor—Diversey Harbor is located in Lincoln Park, within walking distance of the Lincoln Park Zoo and the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum. It has 714 docks and star docks, with transient docking available.

Additionally, the harbor offers a public launch ramp with parking for roughly 67 vehicles with trailers, as well as a fuel facility that dispenses gas and diesel fuels and waste pump-out equipment at no charge. For 2011, 80 new slips have been installed, and the harbor is getting a new floating washroom.

(312)742-7762

Belmont Harbor Belmont Harbor, another harbor in Lincoln Park, offers 730 docks, mooring cans, star docks and transient docking. Located at Belmont Harbor are the Chicago Yacht Club (Belmont Station) and the Belmont Yacht Club. A fuel dock facility, ship’s store and waste pumpout equipment are available. Additionally, there is a mast stepping/unstepping facility at the Harbor Building (reservations are required). For the 2011 season, 108 new slips have been installed, and a floating washroom will be put in place later this season.

(312)742-7673

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DuSable Harbor To meet accommodation needs, Monroe Harbor was expanded to create DuSable Harbor in 2000, adding 420 docks. Located in downtown Chicago, at the foot of Randolph Street, the harbor also offers transient docking. The entrance to the harbor is through the Monroe Harbor entrance, past the stern of the Columbia Yacht Club and into the harbor. DuSable Harbor offers a ship’s store and waste pump-out equipment at no charge. This year, winter storage for boats up to 40 feet will be available.

(312)742-3577

Monroe Harbor Home to the Chicago Yacht Club and Columbia Yacht Club, downtown Monroe Harbor offers about 1,000 mooring cans and transient mooring. It also has a tender service which provides delivery and pickup to boats in the harbor. Waste pump-out equipment is provided at no charge. For 2011, five new tender boats have been will be delivered in the near future.

(312)742-7643

Jackson Park Harbors Jackson Park Inner Harbor—Located in Jackson Park, Jackson Park Inner Harbor is the home to the Southern Shore Yacht Club. There are 205 docks available, 40 of which are new for this season. A launch ramp on the east side of the harbor with parking for 40 vehicles with trailers. Waste pump-out equipment is available at no charge. ( 773)288-7106

Jackson Park Outer Harbor— Situated in Jackson Park at 63rd Street Beach, the Jackson Park Outer Harbor has 169 docks, mooring cans, star docks and available transient docking. It offers a fuel dock facility, ship’s store and a privately-operated restaurant. Waste pump-out equipment is available at no charge. A wave attenuator and 40 floating slips are new for 2011. Later this year, a floating washroom will be installed as well.

(773)288-1065

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on the GREAT LAKES

By Michele Winowitch, Communications, NOAA/OCRM

T

he 30 million people that live in the Great Lakes states love their boats: 4.3 million recreational boats are registered, and there are 100,000

miles of shoreline to explore. To help protect this boaters’ paradise, the nearly $16 billion in spending each year, and the 107,000 jobs that this activity generates, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)’s Office of Ocean and Coastal

Resource Management (OCRM) administers Coastal Zone Management (CZM) programs in states to keep these coasts healthy, resilient and economically viable.

Balancing the often competing or conflicting demands of coastal resource use, economic development, and conservation, the OCRM helps each state meet priorities in the Great Lakes Region, such as stopping the introduction and spread of aquatic invasive species, enhancing fish and wildlife by restoring and protecting habitat, controlling pollution and toxins, ensuring the sustainable use of water resources, investigating new

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energy sources, and evaluating and interpreting information to forecast the effects of climate change. In 2010, the OCRM provided $13 million for coastal programs and $0.6 million for two NOAA estuarine research reserves, Old Woman Creek in Ohio and Lake Superior in Wisconsin, and helped fund the purchase of seven Coastal and Estuarine Land Conservation properties. You can check out the location of these properties, get links to the different coastal programs and read success stories from each Great Lakes state by going to the new online mapping program, “OCRM in your State”: http://coastalmanagement.noaa.gov/inyourstate/#.

In July 2010, President Barack Obama’s Interagency Ocean Policy Task Force released recommendations for improved stewardship of the ocean, our coasts, and the Great Lakes, and a need for better “coastal and marine spatial planning” (CMSP). In a nutshell, CMSP is a planning process that balances human needs, reduces conflicts and environmental impacts, and preserves critical ecosystems to meet the economic, environmental, security, and social needs of our marine environment. In the case of the Great Lakes, mapping done by the Ohio and Wisconsin Coastal Programs, with

Madison, allows users to view maps, such as state and local parks, historic sites, boat ramps and beaches. It also provides links to the many tourist information and attraction web sites available. Go to: “http://wisconsincoastalguide. org/”wisconsincoastalguide.org/ for more information.

funding and guidance from the OCRM, is making it easier

In July 2011, the NOAA-sponsored, OCRM-chaired “Coastal

for boaters to find their way around.

Zone 2011” conference (CZ11) in partnership with other

The Ohio Coastal Atlas is a suite of mapping resources developed to provide coastal decision-makers, educators, interest groups and the public with information about Lake Erie. The “Ports, Harbors and Recreational Boating Map Viewer” allows boaters to view Water Access Trails, Recreational Boating Facilities, Ports, and Terminals and even Bathymetry of the Ohio side of Lake Erie. The “Lake Eric Public Access Map View” is an electronic version of the recently published “Public Access Guidebook” which shows public access sites, including amenities and services available. You can find these at www.ohiodnr.com/LakeErie/ Maps/tabid/19562/Default.aspx.

federal and state agencies including the Department of the Interior, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the Environmental Protection Agency, the Nature Conservancy, the State of Illinois and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, will for the first time be held in Chicago, Ill. This will be only the second time that it has been held on the Great Lakes. CZ11 will bring together coastal managers and experts from around the world to focus on themes that echo the priorities of U.S. National Ocean Policy, with special emphasis on the Great Lakes. Four major themes and four focus areas are designed to spark dialogue and exchange among decision-makers and provide a forum for discovering new strategies, solutions and tools for planning for our coastal future.

“Wisconsin’s Great Lakes Circle Tour - Coastal Access Guide”, created in partnership with the University of Wisconsin-

w w w.doi.gov/initiatives/CZ11/index.htm.

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Boat Travel Safety

Assist with their doggie paddling.

Fit each of your pets with a personal flotation device, or life jacket. Find one with a lifting handle to make it easy and safe to lift your pets from the water. Give the animals time on land to get used to them.

ON BOARD Help them to get their sea legs.

Gradually introduce your pets to your boat and the water. Give them a chance to explore their surroundings while the boat is docked. Turn on the engine so that they can get accustomed to its sound, smell and feel. Take short cruises and gradually build up to longer trips.

Clear the deck.

Store away any potentially toxic or dangerous materials (e.g. cleaning materials, fuel, hooks, etc.).

Ramp it up.

Give your pets a helping hand with a ramp that helps them get on board and off, both from the dock and from the water.

By Rick Stern Boat Product Manager, Progressive Insurance

Combat the sun.

Protect your pets from the heat by providing shade and plenty of

ON L AND Do a little research.

Call ahead to make sure that your destination allows pets, at a

marina address, and slip number. If

water, and wash the deck with cool

there’s room on the tags, consider

water to protect their paws.

including that you’ll offer a reward for your pets’ safe return.

Watch for wooziness.

If your pets are overly tired or

minimum, and to find out what their

Bring their health records.

disoriented, seasickness might

policies are, as many places require

Bring along copies of your pets’

be to blame. Some vets

that you keep animals on a leash

health records and vaccinations.

recommend giving them ginger

and that you don’t leave them alone.

Some marinas and camping spots

or medications like Bonine or

Also, check with your boat insurance

require this kind of documentation.

Dramamine. Ask your vet before

company to see if your pets are protected. With Progressive’s Pet Injury coverage, your vet bills are covered up to $1,000 if your pets are hurt in a boating incident.

Prepare a doggie bag.

giving your pets anything.

Pack a bag so that you’re prepared

Prepare a potty.

for anything. Stock it with things

If you can’t make regular stops,

like cleaning supplies, towels or

make provisions so that your pets

travel beds so that your pets have

can go to the bathroom on board.

Get ID tags.

places to sleep, portable bowls,

Bring your cat’s litter box along. For

Outfit your pets with up-to-date ID

food and water, a pet first aid kit,

dogs, buy a portable dog potty that

tags with your telephone number(s),

and lots of toys.

simulates grass.

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performance. innovation. efficiency.

I

n 1964, Honda introduced its first 4-stroke outboard motor.

Boosted Low Speed Torque (BLAST™), Dual-Stage

Today, as the world’s largest engine manufacturer,

Induction, Lean Burn Control, 3-Way Cooling, and a 4-Front

the company is committed to precision manufacturing

Corrosion Protection System are just a few of the innovative

techniques. This has allowed Honda to remain a leader in

design components that combine to deliver outstanding

4-stroke engine technology.

performance, fuel efficiency and reliability.

In order to maximize power output and durability, many

Honda Marine also offers a 5-year factory warranty on all

Honda Marine outboards include exclusive technological

engines purchased for recreational use. True 5 warranty

features found in the company’s most popular automobile

coverage is the same on the last day as it is on the fi rst.

engines, including the Honda Accord, Fit, Pilot, Ridgeline, Odyssey, CR-V, Element and Civic.

Honda Marine believes that ultra-low emissions levels are essential to the protection of global waterways. In fact, Honda

The power and reliability of Honda Marine’s 4-stroke

Marine’s full line of current production models meets rigorous

outboard engine lineup is attributed to a number of exclusive

California Air Resources Board (CARB) 3-Star standards,

technological features, such as Honda’s Variable Valve Timing

ensuring their availability and regulatory compliance in all 50

and Lift Electronic Control (VTEC®). First debuting in the

states. Additionally, their line of 4-stroke outboards meets

high-performance Acura NSX sports car, VTEC® technology

current emissions standards from the U.S. Environmental

has since been integrated into the designs of the BF225,

Protection Agency.

BF150 and BF90 marine engines, providing these models with a blend of power, torque, and efficiency at any speed.

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Honda’s clean, quiet and economical 4-stroke engines bathe internal components in oil under constant pressure. Since

4-stroke cylinders or pistons don’t have intake and exhaust ports, they can run with tighter tolerances for longer life than two-stroke cylinders.

BF40, BF50/60EFI, BF75/90 The following five models can be used for either salt or fresh water applications. They also feature the perfect balance of powerful acceleration and fuel efficiency, with Electronic Fuel Injection. Honda’s patented Boosted Low Speed Torque (BLAST) system advances ignition timing for explosive “hammer-down” acceleration, while a Lean Burn Control adjusts the air/fuel mixture for maximum fuel effi ciency at cruise.

The BF40 and BF50 EFI redefi ne mid-range 4-stroke performance. The duo has in-line 3-cylinder engines that feature electronic fuel injection and other Honda-exclusive technolgies. These are the lightest engines in their class, with the 214-pound BF40 and BF50 EFI showcasing a lightweight, 22-amp alternator that offers 17-amp charging capacity for multiple electronic accessories.

The BF60 EFI combines performance, technology and fuel efficiency, and also has one of the lightest engines in its class, the 239-pound BF60’s 998cc, in-line 3-cylinder engine.

Perfect for pontoon applications, the Power Thrust BFP60 EFI features a lightweight, 27-amp alternator with 22-amp charging capacity for multiple electronic accessories.

The BF75 and BF90 are lightweight powerhouses. Inspired by the engine architecture of Honda’s Fit automobile, the

creating a more potent air/fuel mixture. In fact, the ECM

duo’s 1.5-liter, 16-valve, in-line 4-cylinder engines feature

receives constant input from 18 different sensors to deliver

electronic fuel injection for easy starting. A 3-Way Cooling

instant starts, smooth operation, strong performance and

System also keeps cylinders slightly cooler than the

excellent fuel efficiency. Specifically, the BF115 reduces fuel

engine block to promote the long-term durability of critical

consumption by 19% compared with the previous model, per

components. Performance is further improved with Honda’s

Honda R&D internal testing data.

Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control (VTEC

®

-BF90), which provides outstanding torque and power at higher rpm.

BF115 The new BF115 outboard engine, available in both 20- and 25-inch shaft models, allows boaters excellent fuel efficiency, low emissions and quiet operation via Honda’s 4-stroke outboard engine technology.

The resulting boost in available torque at low rpm contributes to a strong holeshot to get the boat up on plane quickly. The ignition spark timing is appropriately adjusted under slower throttle advancement, resulting in a leaner air/fuel mix and class-leading fuel efficiency.

BF225 Honda Marine’s most powerful outboard engine is the BF225. The 3.5-liter, 6-cylinder engines feature Variable

The BF115 is derived from the inline 4-cylinder, 2.4-liter

Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control (VTEC® - BF225) for

dual overhead camshaft (DOHC) engine platform used in

outstanding torque at any speed, while Honda’s patented

Honda’s Accord automobile—the largest displacement

Boosted Low Speed Torque (BLAST) system contributes to

engine in its class.

explosive holeshots.

Holeshot and acceleration are dramatically improved via the

Lean Burn Control automatically adjusts the air/fuel mix to

use of Honda Marine’s BLAST™ system, which advances

maximize power and improve fuel economy at cruise, while an

ignition spark timing to within one degree of the knock limit

on-demand 90-amp alternator keeps battery banks charged all day, even when running multiple accessories.

during “hammer down” acceleration. At that point, the Engine Control Module (ECM) steps in to increase injector timing,

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ANGLERS’

EMERGENCY GEAR

By CWO4 Douglas C. Luper Safety Compliance Officer, U.S. Coast Guard Boating Safety Division

A

nglers down in the Gulf remember this tragic event: Three friends, two of them NFL players, were lost after their boat capsized during a fishing trip in March of 2009. A fourth was rescued after clinging to the hull in 63-degree water for almost two days. As an offshore angler, you would never want to find yourself unprepared in such a desperate situation. Having essential emergency gear onboard can help you survive.

Being smart about your boating habits is the best way to

small vessel to transit between home port and favorite fishing

stay out of trouble. If fishing takes you far offshore—whether

grounds. Take the NFL anglers for example: When they left the

to the Great Lakes or the ocean—make sure you know

harbor the weather was calm, but the boat was riding 15-foot

your limits, including the vessel’s capabilities. Make a risk

swells when it capsized. If any value in a risk assessment is

assessment and file a float plan before you ever leave shore.

too high, a boat trip offshore should be canceled or modified.

Education is important for every boater. Boating courses

Filing a float plan—like a pilot’s flight plan—is always a good

are available everywhere, and include classroom and online

idea. Leave a note with family members or the marina office,

training offered by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, United

listing your boat’s name, your passengers’ names, the time of

States Power Squadrons® and state boating agencies.

departure, the destination with coordinates, and the expected

Advanced training in navigation, seamanship, boat handling,

time of return. A float plan can be a tremendous aid in search

and the weather is important to have before you venture into

and rescue should you fail to appear at the appointed hour.

open waters. Local knowledge and recommendations from experienced captains who run offshore fishing charters can be valuable, as well.

Experienced boaters conduct a simple risk assessment before each trip, considering all of the parameters: the boat, the crew, the course and any potential hazards that may arise.

Of particular importance to offshore anglers is the weather, because it can change dramatically in the time it takes a

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Accidents are possible even with the best preparation, however, so here’s your emergency gear shopping list:

✦ Get yourself an EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon). EPIRBs are available in a variety of models and can be manually activated, or automatically activated, when released from their storage bracket. Modern EPIRBs not only provide a homing signal for rescue, but can also

provide exact global positioning system coordinates. The job

✦ Don’t forget a set of tools and basic replacement parts for

of locating a small boat in the vastness of the Great Lakes or

the boat. Spare hoses and clamps, extra V-belts, spark plugs

the open ocean can be overwhelming; an EPIRB can make

and pump impellers are all helpful to have on board. Breaking

the difference between days of searching or a speedy rescue.

down far from shore can put you in as much jeopardy as

The costs of today’s EPIRBs have become comparable with

heavy weather or a boating accident. In the same vein, make

that of the latest fish-finding equipment. Consider an EPIRB

sure to carry emergency food and water, enough to sustain

as a piece of equipment as important as your fish finder: A

you and your passengers for several days if rescue is delayed.

fish finder helps you locate fish; an EPIRB will help you be located in an emergency.

✦ Finally, as part of your situational awareness, remember

✦ Provision your boat with life jackets that you and your

such as visual distress signals and life jackets—are

passengers will wear. Modern life jackets—in contrast to the

minimums. Consider the additional hazards that may present

traditional, orange, “horse collar” styles—are unobtrusive

themselves far from land and prepare accordingly.

and can be comfortable enough to wear throughout an offshore voyage. A life jacket helps protect a boater who is thrown unexpectedly into the water or who is too hurt to swim. Bright colors and personal signaling devices—such as a signaling mirror, whistle, or day/night flare in the pocket— aid in recovery, too. A larger boat can even carry a small life raft that can automatically deploy in the event of capsizing.

✦ Never depend upon cell phones for communication offshore, as their signals rarely reach more than a few miles from the coast. Instead, carry a good, marine-band VHF-FM radio, and know how to use it.

that federally-mandated requirements for safety equipment—

While it can’t be said for certain that these preparations or pieces of gear would save lives in an offshore emergency, there is no question that responsible behaviors such as taking a boating education course, conducting a risk assessment and filing a float plan, along with purchasing and maintaining equipment like EPIRBs, can add to your safety no matter when or where you boat.

The U.S. Coast Guard reminds all boaters to “Boat Responsibly!” For more tips on boating safety, visit www.uscgboating.org.

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Great Lakes

“WHALE BURPS” LANDING ON SUPERIOR’S SHORE

Whale Burps: Photo by Chris J. Benson

Winds whipping around Duluth and Lake Superior can produce “whale burps.” Also referred to as surf balls, these oval, or round, bundles of fibrous material periodically show up on coastlines throughout the world.

Curious beachcomber Glenn Maxham of Duluth brought two of these unusual balls into the Minnesota Sea Grant office for identification. Grasses, twigs, and partially degraded polymer mesh combined in the shallows of Lake Superior to form Maxham’s plumsized “whale burps.”

Oregon Sea Grant writes that, although no formal research has been done on these aquatic oddities, theory suggests that as lost monofilament (or, in this case, strands of black plastic) rolls about in nearshore waves, it gradually collects seaweed, pine

Environmental Research, Charles Moore of the Algalita Marine

needles, dune grass, small feathers, shell fragments, and

Research Foundation reported that more than 260 marine

other debris, forming a tight, bristly ball. Scientists have

species ingest or have been entangled in plastic debris.

found surf balls made of fine, vegetative strands on Egyptian

When these plastics break down, research has shown that

beaches, and surf balls twice the size of large oranges on

they can release the suspected carcinogen styrene monomer

Australian shores.

and Bisphenol A, which has been proven to interfere with

Despite the curio cabinet intrigue of finding a surf ball,

reproduction. In 2006, the United Nations Environment

discarded and lost plastics damage aquatic environments

Program estimated that 46,000 pieces of plastic float in every

and the creatures that live in them. In a 2008 article in

square mile of ocean.

MORE OHIOANS MUST RECEIVE BOATING EDUCATION A virtual flotilla of Ohio boaters, measuring in the thousands,

Last year, the Division of Watercraft issued a record 14,279

is coming of age this boating season and must be certified

boating safety education cards certifying the successful

to operate any powerboat greater than 10 horsepower on

completion of a classroom, online or home study course

state waterways, according to the Ohio Department of Natural

of instruction approved by the National Association of

Resources (ODNR), Division of Watercraft.

State Boating Law Administrators. Among this record total

Ohioans turning 29 years old this year and those who are younger are required to comply with a mandatory boater education law that has been in effect since Jan. 1, 2000. The

were 10,864 Ohioans, or 76%, who were required by the mandatory boater education law to attain their boating safety education cards.

law requires all boaters born on or after Jan. 1, 1982, to show

As a result of Ohio’s boater education law, along with

proof that they have successfully completed an approved

improved boating equipment designs, marine law

boating safety education course, if they operate any powered

enforcement, education and public awareness programs, the

watercraft greater than 10 horsepower on a state waterway.

number of boating-related deaths in Ohio declined 26% from

The law includes those who operate personal watercraft,

2001 to 2010, compared to the previous decade.

rental power craft and persons 18 years of age and older who supervise youth powerboat operators.

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ohiodnr.com/watercraft

MAJOR BOATING GRANT TO SUPPORT TRANSIENT BOAT DOCK Illinois DNR

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Boating Infrastructure Grant (BIG) Program will fund a transient boat dock, which will be located at the existing Schweibert Riverfront Park in the city of Rock Island, Ill., situated at the midpoint between St. Louis, Mo., and St. Paul, Minn., on the Mississippi River.

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources, in cooperation with the city of Rock Island, will receive $1.5 million and match that amount with $565,000 to add a floating dock system that will accommodate 23 transient boating slips.

The Mississippi River is a major attraction for tourists and recreational boaters from St. Paul, Minn., St. Louis and other nearby metropolitan areas, that serves as a critical transportation link for commercial barge traffic. The new transient dock in the city of Rock Island can accommodate more visitors, and thus generate economic benefits for the local community and its residents.

Funding for the BIG Program comes from the Sport Fishing and Boating Trust Fund, formerly known as the Aquatic Resources Trust Fund, which boaters and manufacturers support through excise and other taxes on certain fishing and boating equipment and boat fuels.

Grantees use BIG funds to construct, renovate, and maintain facilities with features for transient boats (those staying 10 days or less) that are 26 feet or more in length and used for recreation. Grantees may also use funds to produce and distribute information and educational materials about the program and recreational boating. fws.gov

LAKE HURON LEVELS PREDICTED TO DROP MORE THAN USUAL This summer, Lake Huron’s water level could sink by up to 12 inches, a drop that would affect boaters and shipping in both Canada and the United States.

Bryan MacKenzie, commodore of the Sarnia Yacht Club, said that this change would be due to moisture being drawn off the lake by powerful winter storms. “Water levels do look low. Certainly, lower than normal,” he said.

Each spring, the club dredges the main passage to Lake Huron from its harbor. Water levels affect this process, and 12 regulatory agencies must approve it, MacKenzie said.

Lake Huron was 569 feet deep last summer, and, if the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has made a recent, correct prediction, the depth could decrease at most to 568 feet, or between seven and 12 inches.

TASTE OF THE GREAT LAKES 2011 Mark your calendars for a great lakefront party this summer:

The fun starts on the lake at 6 p.m. with food, live music,

the Taste of the Great Lakes. This is the largest annual

live auction items and a few surprises—all set against the

fundraiser for the Alliance for the Great Lakes. Climb aboard

backdrop of the Chicago skyline.

the Columbia Yacht Club’s Abegweit ship, anchored in

greatlakes.org/taste2011

Chicago’s Monroe Harbor, on Thursday, June 16.

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RECORD HIGH FOR OHIO REGISTRATIONS

Great Lakes

Despite a sluggish economy, Ohioans pushed state watercraft registrations to a record high for the second year in a row, according to the Division of Watercraft of the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR).

Ohio posted a record 424,700 registered watercraft, significantly higher than the previous record of 419,364 reported in 2009. The totals do not include more than 6,400 additional watercraft, which are mostly canoes and kayaks, and were registered through commercial liveries.

Counties with the highest number of watercraft registrations last year remained unchanged from 2010 and include

2000 to 89,859 in 2010—an increase of 103%. The Division

Franklin, Cuyahoga, Summit, Hamilton and Montgomery.

of Watercraft also reports that the number of watercraft,

Among Ohio’s registered watercraft, according to the Division of Watercraft: • 316,220 (74%) were registered powerboats and personal watercraft

mostly canoes and kayaks, included in commercial livery registrations increased from 5,282 in 2001 to 6,416 in 2010.

Recreational boating has an economic impact on Ohio, which is estimated at $3.5 billion yearly, supporting the equivalent of more than 26,000 full-time jobs, according to a 2007 Great

• 89,859 (21%) were canoes/kayaks

Lakes Commission study. An estimated 3 million Ohioans

• 11,616 (2.7%) were rowboats, and

go boating each year, or nearly one in four. Almost half of

• 7,005 (1.6%) were sailboats without auxiliary power

all Ohio residents (48%) have participated in recreational

During the past decade, the number of Ohio-registered canoes and kayaks more than doubled, from 44,198 in

boating at least once in their lifetime, according to an Ohio State University study. www.ohiodnr.com/watercraft

NMMA TO PRODUCE SHOW The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) will produce the annual Rosemont Sportfishing, Travel & Outdoors Show at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Ill., from Jan. 25 to 29, 2012. These were formerly the dates of America’s Outdoor Show.

With the addition of the Rosemont Sportfishing, Travel & Outdoors Show, the NMMA will produce the Chicagoland area’s three leading boat and sport shows, including the Chicago Boat, Sports and RV Show (formerly the Chicago Boat, RV & Outdoors Show) and Strictly Sail Chicago, creating three distinct, outdoor, recreational shows in the Chicago market.

With the production of the Rosemont Sportfishing, Travel and Outdoors Show, the NMMA now owns and produces a total of 18 consumer boat and sport shows throughout the United States. nmma.org

FREE HELICOPTER SHOOT EVENT On Saturday, July 9, at noon CST, the Mariner Network Yacht Sales (MNYS) will be conducting their third Courtesy Helicopter Shoot. All area boaters from Chicago, Ill., to St. Joseph, Mich., are welcome to attend. All attending participants will be provided with free aerial pictures of their vessels at no expense. The event will take place one-half-mile offshore, on the Indiana/Michigan state line. MNYS will be using VHF Channel 69. themarinernetwork.com

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TOURS RESUME The Door County Maritime Museum has resumed tours of the tug John Purves in Sturgeon Bay, and a daily tour schedule begins in May. The 149-foot vessel has proven to be a popular attraction since opening to the public in August of 2008, following a five-year restoration project. Many of the volunteers who completed the restoration are members of the docent team that conducts the 45-minute tours.

Built in 1919 and christened the Butterfield, the tug has a colorful past that even included World War II duty in the Aleutian Islands. The tug made its way to Sturgeon Bay in 1956 when the Roen Steamship Company purchased it. The vessel was eventually sold, but it carries the Roen colors and has been outfitted to appear much as it did while Roen operated it in the 1950s and 60s. Capt. John Roen, company owner, renamed the tug in honor of his long-time employee and general manager.

The cost of the tour is included in the $12.50 admission fee to the museum, or is also offered separately for $6. The museum is located at 120 N. Madison Ave., between the two downtown bridges on Sturgeon Bay’s West Side.

(920) 743-5958 // dcmm.org

Adele Hodde, Illinois DNR

ILLINOIS COASTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAM CREATED on Lake Michigan. It will also help municipalities develop plans to restore and sustain shorelines.

Some of the ICMP’s goals include supporting local, state and federal partnerships as agencies work to manage coastal resources; developing strategies to mitigate and adapt to climate change; developing long-term solutions to address toxins Gov. Pat Quinn signed an executive order on Dec. 10, 2010,

and invasive species; working

to establish the Illinois Coastal Management Program (ICMP)

to expand the use of green infrastructure to control storm

within the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR).

water, promote groundwater recharge and reduce flooding;

Through this federally-funded program, the state of Illinois

and helping communities to identify opportunities for water-

will receive $2 million annually from the National Oceanic and

related economic development.

Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to improve northeastern Illinois’ economy and create jobs by protecting the state’s coastal resources along Lake Michigan.

Gov. Quinn also announced that Illinois will receive a $2.5 million grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to continue the cleanup of Waukegan Harbor, and

The program will be fully funded with federal dollars, which will

to implement habitat restoration programs along the Lake

be used to restore threatened habitats and to “green” harbors

Michigan shoreline in northeast Illinois.

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Fishing

NATIONAL FISHING & BOATING WEEK

event-planning resources for free,

From June 4 to 12, National Fishing and Boating Week (NFBW) will take place.

including suggestions for organizing

The Recreational Boating & Fishing

logistics and ideas for identifying and

Foundation coordinates this national

mobilizing sponsors and partners in

celebration of boating and fishing. During

the area; and 2. Promoting any events

the first complete week of June, NFBW

that interested individuals register on

will occur, and coincide with free fishing days in most states, which, in general, allow participants to fish license-free.

If interested, take advantage of this opportunity to spread awareness of, or participation in, a particular group, or to

the TakeMeFishing web site for families, through a public relations campaign for the National Fishing and Boating Week.

Throughout the United States,

increase sales at a store. The foundation

Visit the RBFF web site for more

thousands of sites will promote

helps individuals to achieve these goals

information.

boating and fishing by hosting events.

by doing the following: 1. Providing

rbff.org // takemefishing.org

LAKE ERIE FISHING MORE OF A PROBLEM Great Lakes fishing has become more difficult, due to algae

On the other side of the lake, the majority of U.S. anglers

and the increasing cost of fuel.

are sport fishermen, using rods from pleasure boats, bridges

Other factors contributing to the difficulty include the 4% reduction in the legal catch limit for yellow perch in Lake Erie, and the nearly 33% increase in the catch limit for walleye, as determined by a board of five fishing managers.

The board is the Lake Erie Committee, which includes members from Michigan, New York, Ohio, Ontario and Pennsylvania. Its difficult job is to attempt to please a wide variety of Canadian and U.S. fishermen.

Crews catching fish from the Canadian side of Lake Erie mainly drop trawl nets, and are employed by a commercial company working for retail supermarkets and restaurants.

or shorelines, and aiming to catch individual walleye and yellow perch. These different starting points, combined with catch limits across the lake, for only walleye and yellow perch, create competing interests.

There are now 28% fewer yellow perch than there were in 2010, or 130 million, according to an estimate by a Lake Erie Committee task force. This led the board to drop the catch limit in 2011, to 12.6 million from 13.1 million. In addition, the board raised the walleye catch limit to 2.9 million this year, from 2.2 million.

The lake committee uses mathematical formulas and complicated biological data to establish the limits each year.

BIGHEAD ASIAN CARP DEEMED “INJURIOUS” U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service

to Lake Michigan by the Chicago Sanitary & Ship Canal. This type of listing “means the species has been demonstrated to be harmful to either the health and welfare of humans, interests of forestry, agriculture, or horticulture, or the welfare and survival of wildlife or the resources that wildlife depend upon,” states the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS).

By adding the bighead Asian carp to the wildlife list, the Lacey Act makes it illegal “to import or transport live bighead carp, In mid-March, an addition was made to the federal injurious

including viable eggs or hybrids of the species, across state

wildlife list—the bighead Asian carp. Of the three Asian carp

lines,” according to the USFWS.

species causing problems in the Great Lakes, the bighead is the worst. This species reaches a large size by feeding on the

However, “for zoological, education, medical or scientific

animals and plants at the bottom of the food chain, such as

purposes,” permit exceptions may be made, the

plankton, which other fish, including yellow perch and walleye,

USFWS states.

also use as food sources. Part of what is at stake is a $7-billion

The bighead is the fourth in a series of Asian carp to be listed

recreational and commercial fishing industry. The bighead

as injurious wildlife. The black, largescale silver and other

already feature prominently in the Illinois River, and are linked

silver Asian carp were added to the list in 2007.

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TAKEMEFISHING.ORG HOTSPOTS MAP The Recreational Boating & Fishing

locations and is currently adding

Foundation (RBFF) in mid-March

them to the Hotspots Map for users.

announced that its TakeMeFishing. org Hotspots Map is now featured on 18 consumer web sites, and the number of companies wanting to use it is growing. The embeddable map was originally created as part of RBFF’s unprecedented data project to improve boating and fishing access information on

“We’re committed to collecting as many locations as possible and making them available on TakeMeFishing.org, so people can easily plan for a day on the water,” Peterson said.

The Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks was the first state partner

TakeMeFishing.org, and RBFF would like to see it on as many

to display the Hotspots Map on its site. Now several industry

stakeholder sites as possible to help motivate participation in

partners, including BASS, BoatUS, Discovery Education,

the sport.

Field & Stream, FirstBoat.com, Outdoor Life and Trip Advisor

“We don’t want anyone to miss out on this important project that makes it easier for people to get out on the water boating and fishing,” said RBFF President and CEO Frank Peterson.

Research shows that most participants want to find a place to boat and fish close to home, within 30 to 60 minutes away.

are also using it. Most recently, the Outdoor Channel incorporated the Hotspots Map on its web site, in addition to Pure Fishing, which added the map to nine of its brand sites: Abu Garcia, Berkley, Fenwick, Mitchell, Penn, Pflueger, Shakespeare, Spiderwire and Stren.

(703) 519-0013 // rbff.org // takemefishing.org/state/page

RBFF has collected more than 65,000 boating and fishing

SALMON-A-RAMA Mark your calendars for July 9 through July 17, 2011, when the 2011 Salmon-A Rama will take place at the Racine, Wis. lakefront. If you have any comments or suggestions to be considered for the 2011 event, tell the organizers by posting in the forum section of the Salmon Unlimited Wisconsin web site.

Each day, a $250 cash prize will be awarded to the contestant who catches the largest “Featured Fish”: chinook salmon on July 9, coho salmon on July 10, brown trout on July 11, rainbow trout on July 12, lake trout on July 13, brown trout on July 14, coho salmon on July 15, chinook salmon again on July 16, and any species on July 17.

Salmon Unlimited Wisconsin, a Racine-based organization dedicated to the betterment of Lake Michigan, its fishing, tributaries, and shoreline, took over the day-to-day operations of the tournament and activities in 2010.

Purchase tickets online through July 15 at http://salmon-a-rama. com/registration.php. Tickets that are purchased after midnight on July 9 are subject to a $5 late registration fee, as well as a mandatory, 24-hour cool-down period before weigh-in is allowed. salmon-a-rama.com // salmonunlimitedwisconsin.com

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YACHT CLUB PROFILE: OCONTO YACHT CLUB The Oconto Yacht Club (OYC) was established on Dec. 14, 1947, and is located on the Oconto River on the western shore of Green Bay, Wis., about 10 minutes upriver from the bay. OYC is situated on nine acres in a park-like setting.

All slips have plenty of “green space,” and most have trees close to the slips. The OYC has a firepit on the river side to enjoy evenings socializing, and an outside grill for cookouts.

This is a nicely sheltered club with a well-supplied clubhouse for its members. Amenities include a kitchen, lounge area, showers, and a fully-stocked bar. The clubhouse is available to members to use for weddings, birthdays, or other celebrations. OYC schedules several boating trips annually, and seeks to add new destinations or change some cruises. OYC is a family-oriented club that welcomes children and pets. Kids, grandkids and other family members are allowed to camp for the weekend.

OYC is a working club. What’s a working club, you ask?

Lift service is offered to power or sail boats up to 40 feet long

Well, there are two work parties a year. One is in the spring

and 14 feet wide. Outdoor winter storage is also available.

(April) and the other in the fall (October). Members maintain

The club offers marine fuel with no ethanol for the members’

the club’s docks and tend to the yard maintenance, club

boats, a travel lift and a gin pole.

cleaning and boat lifting, which help to keep dues down.

The club also owns a dredge that ensures the channel and

You’ll enjoy the friendships you develop here.

lagoon are kept at a minimum depth of five feet.

ocontoyachtclub.info/index.html

SUNSET HARBOUR YACHT CLUB REDEFINES MIAMI BEACH LUXURY estate. In addition to their wet slip and a gated, covered parking space, new buyers are granted membership privileges including the use of a private fitness center, a heated, Olympic-size pool, electrical, fresh water, phone, internet digital satellite TV and a personal dock box.

“We are seeing sales recover as slip ownership regains market appeal for luxury boat owners tired of leasing,” said Ginger Hornaday, Broker Associate with ONE Sotheby’s International Realty. “Interested buyers looking for a secure home for their vessel covet the convenience of slip ownership as well as the privacy and five-star amenities that SHYC has to offer.”

Nestled on two acres along Biscayne Bay, just a mile and a half north of Government Cut, Sunset Harbour Yacht Club (SHYC), located in Miami Beach, Fla., features fixed, concrete docks and 125 deepwater slips with 10-foot depths to accommodate sport cruisers and sail boats from 45 to 160 feet in length, and catamarans and mega yachts with heights of up to 65 feet.

Celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2011, SHYC features an equity club membership program where owners and shareholders share a piece of the prime, waterfront real

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In the heart of South Beach, SHYC lies within walking distance of a number of fine restaurants, Miami Beach Golf Club and the popular shopping destination of Lincoln Road. Designated a clean marina, SHYC is full-service with restrooms, showers, laundry facilities and dry cleaning pick up and drop off.

SHYC was voted best marina of Miami Beach in 2008, 2009 and 2010 by the U.S. Local Business Association. http://sunsetharbouryc.com

YC

RACINE YACHT CLUB CERTIFIED AS A CLEAN MARINA At the quarterly meeting of the Wisconsin Marina Association,

The Racine Yacht Club is the first yacht club to join the ranks

the Racine Yacht Club was awarded the Wisconsin Clean

of 10 other Certified Clean Marinas throughout Wisconsin.

Marina certification. As a Certified Clean Marina, the Racine

There are more than 260 clubs and marina facilities in the state.

Yacht Club has agreed to adhere to Best Management

wisconsincleanmarina.org

Practices (BMP) as developed by University of Wisconsin Sea Grant Institute, UW-Extension Solid and Hazardous Waste Center with support from the Wisconsin Coastal Management Program. The marina association is administering the certification program. The BMPs were developed over the last two years to guide marinas and yacht clubs in sustainable environmental practices.

DETROIT YACHT CLUB SPONSORS APBA GOLD CUP The Detroit Yacht Club (DYC) has been named the Presenting Sponsor of the 2011 Detroit American Power Boat Association (APBA) Gold Cup Races, which are scheduled to take place from July 8 to 10 on the Detroit River.

As Presenting Sponsor, the DYC will lead the fundraising efforts for the event, including seeking businesses, individuals and clubs to help preserve one of the oldest, ongoing events in the city.

The Gold Cup is considered the oldest contested motorsports trophy in the world, with Detroit hosting the longest running, yearly hydroplane race in the world. The race will be held at the Detroit River racecourse, an oval-shaped course just north of the Belle Isle Bridge.

The three-day event will feature a “free Friday” with no admission charge. In addition to the unlimited hydroplanes, vintage race boats, superlight tunnel boats and offshore race boats will be featured. The U.S. Navy’s West Coast Super Hornet Demo Team will be returning this year, performing flight demonstrations with one of the Armed Forces’ most impressive aircraft, the FA-18. www.gold-cup.com

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MARINA PROFILE: WHITE LAKE MUNICIPAL MARINA

Marinas Jerry Grady/gradyimage.com

Reduced seasonal slip rates and a three-nights-for-the-priceof-two transient special beckon boaters this season to one of west Michigan’s best kept secrets—the White Lake Municipal Marina (WLMM) in picturesque Whitehall, Mich., on White Lake.

The city-owned municipal marina offers 50 slips, 30 of which are transient. The seasonal slip rates have been reduced to be more comparable to other, similarly-sized marinas in the state. Seasonal boaters at the WLMM will also receive four complimentary tickets to the Howmet Playhouse.

Additionally, during the 2011 season, transient boaters who pay for two consecutive dockage nights at the marina will receive the third consecutive night free of charge.

Set your Lake Michigan course for White Lake and the deal of the 2011 boating season. The White Lake Municipal Marina is

Amenities include gas and diesel, water, ice, laundry,

staffed Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. To reserve

restrooms and showers. The city’s goal is to have bicycles

a seasonal or transient slip, call the White Lake Municipal

available for marina patrons this year. WLMM is a short

Marina directly during the season at (231) 894-9689 or during

walk to many shops and restaurants and is adjacent to the

the off-season, call the city of Whitehall at (231) 894-4048.

White Lake Pathway, which connects to the Hart-Montague

Online reservations can be made at www.michigan.gov/dnr.

bike trail.

cityofwhitehall.org //whitelake.org

BOAT RAMP PROJECTS RECEIVE NEEDED REPAIRS The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), Division of

A total of 14 repair projects, each ranging in cost from $4,136

Watercraft, will provide $168,157 for urgent boat launch facility

to $20,000, will be completed by June 1, including 11 facilities

repairs and maintenance at 14 sites statewide this spring.

located in Ohio’s state parks. A list of the approved projects is

Funding is provided through the Waterways Safety Fund,

available online. ohiodnr.com

which consists of monies paid by boaters for watercraft registration and titling fees, federal grants and a small share of the state motor fuel tax (0.875%).

IMPROVEMENTS PLANNED FOR SISTER BAY MARINA Sister Bay Marina, located in the Village

Plans call for an increased number of

large deck. Park land will be on the

of Sister Bay, Wis., plans to enlarge and

public slips, a stop-and-go dock to

street side, helping to create a south

improve its current marina, by adding

allow boaters to moor while visiting the

end with picnic and beach areas,

the Al Johnson Marina to its property

village, and more boat rentals available

and a north end with a public beach

recently, and, earlier, buying the

to the public. A connecting structure

and waterfront.

neighboring property, Casperson.

will include tables and benches on a

BOATING RESTRICTED AT PORTAGE MARINA Boaters using Portage Marina along

Cofferdams, which are enclosures

but the waterway is restricted. INDOT

Burns Ditch in Portage, Ind., will

which allow water to be pumped out to

is working with the Port Authority,

notice extra activity as the Indiana

create a dry work environment, have

the Coast Guard and the marina to

Department of Transportation (INDOT)

been constructed around all the bridge

maintain safety on this project, which is

continues work this spring on a bridge

piers. Boaters will still have a 35-foot

expected to last through July.

maintenance project.

access lane through the work zone,

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CORNUCOPIA HARBOR MARINA IMPROVEMENTS In the far north reaches of Bayfield County, Wis., the small, neighboring communities of Bell and Cornucopia may soon make improvements to the two marinas located in Cornucopia Harbor.

Bell is seeking bids for dredging approximately 3,000 cubic yards from its marina. Plans are also underway to create public access to the outer breakwater that shelters the entrance to Cornucopia’s harbor. If the project is approved, the inner break wall would acquire a hard-surface, ADA-accessible path.

MARINA RATES TO RISE DURING COAST GUARD FESTIVAL WEEK Recreational boaters will be spending a bit more for dockage

The minimum transient rate of $25 per day will be in effect for

at the Grand Haven Municipal Marina during the Coast Guard,

the rest of the current boating season.

then put a period after demand.

Sandy Katt, Grand Haven Community Affairs Manager,

For a vessel up to 25 feet in length, daily rates will increase

states that the marina earns approximately $60,000 each

from $28 to $36. Fees for larger boats would increase as well.

year. However, recent improvements have resulted in a

These fees will be effective for Coast Guard week, which runs from July 31 through Aug. 7. City officials estimate that the increase will bring in an additional $3,400 to the city.

$700,000 interfund debt that is to be paid back during the next 10 years. Once the debt is retired, the marina will be at a break-even point.

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GREAT LAKES CRUISING CLUB RENDEZVOUS

Cruising

The Great Lakes Cruising Club (GLCC) will hold its 2011 Rendezvous from July 9 to 13 at Gore Bay on Manitoulin Island in Ontario, Canada.

A full schedule of activities and social gatherings includes seminars, Port Captains’ Meeting, ice cream social, ship’s store, fleet review, Commodore’s reception, volleyball tournament, RC boat races, bilge auction, dressing ship, and Commodore’s Dinner.

There are two well-maintained tennis courts just steps away from the docks, game fishing is accessible, and just outside of town is a challenging nine-hole golf course.

Most GLCC members will come to the Rendezvous by boat, car or RV, but it’s also possible to reach Gore Bay by personal plane or air charter company. The Gore Bay-Manitoulin Airport is a certified, year-round service-oriented facility just minutes away from the harbor. glcclub.com

WISCONSIN’S SCHOONER COAST VOYAGE This summer, the S/V Denis Sullivan will be conducting a

Door County Maritime Museum in Sturgeon Bay, Wis. From

2-week cruise along Wisconsin’s Schooner Coast, which will

July 2 through July 4, Door County tourists and residents can

begin at Manitowoc, continue through Two Rivers, Kewaunee

tour or take a lake cruise on the 19th-century schooner.

and Algoma, and end in Sturgeon Bay.

Adults can secure a berth on the world’s only 3-masted

On June 25 and 26, the Denis Sullivan will dock at the

recreation of a 19th-century, Great Lakes cargo schooner for

Wisconsin Maritime Museum in Manitowoc, Wis., to be part of

a special 3-day cruise along the Schooner Coast from July

the museum’s 2-day River Rendezvous event. Visitors can take

5 to 7. During the voyage, passengers can choose to help

a deck tour of the schooner or book a Lake Michigan cruise.

the crew set the sails or take a turn at the helm. Or, they can

From Manitowoc, the ship will travel along Wisconsin’s Schooner Coast, stopping overnight in Kewaunee, Wis., on

sit back, relax and enjoy the uninterrupted beauty of Lake Michigan and its coast.

June 29, and then weigh anchor for a 3-day port call at the

(866) 724-2356 // museum@wisconsinmaritime.org

LAKE ERIE INTERCLUB CRUISE Boats from the United States and Canada will once again participate in the Lake Erie Interclub Cruise that will be held from June 25 to 29. The series provides fi ve days of sailboat racing and cruising as the entrants race from port to port. In addition, the regatta provides time to experience the conviviality of the participating clubs, as well as the opportunity to discover the pleasures of each port.

The organizing authority is the Lake Erie Interclub Cruise Committee that is represented by the following clubs: Buffalo Yacht Club, Buffalo Canoe Club, Dunkirk Yacht Club, Erie Yacht Club, Sugarloaf Sailing Club, Buffalo Harbor Sailing Club and the Port Dover Yacht Club. The 2011 event will be governed by the rules as defined in the ISAF Racing Rules of Sailing (2009-2012), which can be found at www.sailing.org the Sailing Instructions and its attachments. erieinterclub.com

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LAKE EFFECT’S RAFT-UP Lake Effect Boat Week is scheduled to be held in Muskegon, Mich., from Aug. 15 to 21. Join the attempt to make Western Michigan and Muskegon Lake the raft-up capital of the world and break last year’s record of 1,651 boats that gathered at Cumberland Lake, Ky. On Saturday, Aug. 20 (back-up date Aug. 21), boaters are expected to gather from across the area by land and by lake. Boaters from the ports of West Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin and beyond are invited to show the pride and camaraderie of the entire Lake Michigan region.

Muskegon Lake is accessible from many boat ramps or via Lake Michigan through the Muskegon Channel.

Muskegon Lake is the region’s largest full-speed lake, with public and private marinas providing thousands of boat slips and offering a range of products and services, including boater-friendly restaurants. lakeeffectboating.com

ANTIQUE & CLASSIC WOOD BOAT RENDEZVOUS The 24th Annual Whitefish Chain Antique and Classic Wood

enjoy the company of fellow skippers and first mates, liquid

Boat Rendezvous will be held from July 22 to 23 in Crosslake,

refreshments, outdoor grilling and entertainment.

Minn. Activities will be held at the Moonlite Bay Family Restaurant and Bar, at the intersection of CR 16 and 66.

Tie up and registration will begin on Saturday, July 23, at 8 a.m.

This show promotes fun, relaxation, and a fly-by that follows the boat show. During the event, attendees will

whitefishchainboatshow.com

MARINEMAX CRUISING NEAR AND FAR Join MarineMax Ohio from July 12 to 17 for a 5-night, fun-filled getaway to places near or around St. Clair Lake and River. There will be a stop at a different place each day. Places to be visited include Windsor, Ontario; Grosse Pointe Yacht Club, Grosse Pointe Shores, Mich.; Algonac, Mich.; and more. There will be activities for the whole family. For more information or to RSVP, call Heidi Biglin at (419) 797-4492 or e-mail heidi.biglin@marinemax.com.

The MarineMax team is also planning a Father’s Day weekend in Bimini Island, Bahamas, at the Bimini Bay Resort and Marina.

Fishing, diving, snorkeling and just about any water sports activity you can think of are available in the waters of Bimini. Slips are limited. Contact Dan Aultman for more information, dan.aultman@marinemax.com or (772) 287-4495.

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NATIONAL RECREATIONAL BOATING SAFETY STRATEGIC PLAN

Chris Todd, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary

On March 7, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Auxiliary National Commodore Jim Vass signed the Strategic Plan of the National Recreational Boating Safety Program for 2012 to 2016. Vass joined representatives of 20 major boating and water safety organizations from around the country in signing the document at the International Boating and Water Safety Summit.

The plan outlines key performance goals and objectives necessary to reduce recreational boating fatalities and injuries during the next five years.

During 2009, 736 boaters died in accidents and another 3,358 were injured. The plan for 2012 to 2016 outlines 11 objectives and supporting strategies aimed at developing a “robust safety

U.S Coast Guard Auxiliary Commodore Jim Vass was one of 20 signatories to the National Recreational Boating Safety Program's strategic plan during ceremonies March 7 at the International Boating and Water Safety Summit.

culture” among the boating public through a combination of educational outreach, regulation and enforcement.

rules, boating under the influence, manufacturer compliance, operator compliance with USCG-required safety equipment,

The 11 objectives identified in the plan target are: safety

boating accident reporting, research and development and

education certificates and course completions, boating safety

effectiveness of non-profit organization grants.

outreach, advanced and/or on-the-water skills-based boating education, life jacket wear, operator compliance, navigation

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UP-TO-DATE NAUTICAL CHARTS FOR SPRING Mackinac

With modern technological advancements, obtaining the latest chart is easier—and more important—than ever.

Because storms alter sea floors, and water depths constantly change due to shifting shoals and submerged hazards, NOAA’s Office of Coast Survey is charged with maintaining the nation’s suite of more than 1,000 nautical charts, covering about 3.5 million square nautical miles of ocean coasts and the Great Lakes.

NOAA updates its charts weekly using hydrographic survey data that is collected by the agency, along with the most current U.S. Coast Guard Local Notice to Mariners, National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency Notice to Nearly 13 million registered boaters in the United States

Mariners, and other critical safety information

are planning to hit the water this boating season. As part of

reported by commercial mariners or other sources.

their preparations, boaters would benefit from making sure

Recreational boaters may also submit information or chart

that they have the latest National Oceanic and Atmospheric

discrepancies through the Office of Coast Survey’s web site.

Administration (NOAA) nautical charts on hand to avoid groundings or accidents while navigating along the coast.

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CRUISERS YACHTS AWARDED BEST INTERIOR Each February, MotorBoating selects an exclusive group of boats, electronics, engines and gear that enhance and change the landscape of the boating industry. “The Cruisers Yachts team succeeded in bringing innovation to the market with the 48 Cantius, and the open style of the interior will likely define a new generation of sports coupe models,” said Pierce Hoover, editor of MotorBoating.

The 48 Cantius is the first of a new line of models. Cruiser Yachts has announced that renderings for a 41-foot model will be introduced in July 2011. The company has seen an Cruisers Yachts, a manufacturer of luxury yachts, has been

increase in sales at both the wholesale and retail levels since

awarded a Best of the Year award by MotorBoating in the

the debut of the new yacht.

category of Interior Design for its 48 Cantius Sports Coupe.

The new model couples the elegance of a mega yacht with the practicality of an express hull and marks the beginning of a new era for Cruisers Yachts.

In addition to the MotorBoating award, the 48 Cantius was named “Queen” of the 81st Annual Chicago Boat, RV & Outdoors Show that was held from Jan. 12 to 16. cruisersyachts.com

FUELING YOUR BOAT Here are some precautions to follow when fueling your boat: • Close all of the windows and doors before refueling.

• Frequently check fuel lines and connections for leaks and worn spots.

• Be sure the engine and all electrical devices are turned off.

• When gasoline passes through the hose, it generates static electricity. If that “sparks” with the fumes at the fuel tank fill point, an explosion can occur. To dissipate the static electricity, keep the metal nozzle of the hose in contact with the metal part of the refueling opening.

• Try not to spill any fuel during the process.

• When fueling is complete, securely fasten the gas cap.

• Open up all windows and doors to ventilate.

• If you have inboard or inboard/outboard engines, run the bilge blower. Run the fan for at least five minutes. (It’s a

good idea to run this blower before ANY engines start, since even a small leak can produce lots of fumes.)

• NO SMOKING! Use your nose! If you smell gas, shut everything down and find the source.

Boats less than 26 feet must have at least one B-1 extinguisher. Boats between 26 feet and less than 40 feet must have two B-1s or one B-2. When buying extinguishers, purchase the ones that have “ABC” printed on them. They will put out combustible material and liquids, such as gasoline or grease, and electrical fires. The number indicates the capacity—II is larger than I. As to how many and what size to buy, more and larger is the way to go. Make sure fire extinguishers are Coast Guard-approved.

PHYSICALLY-CHALLENGED SAILORS MOST ABLE TO WIN The Argo Challenge announced its campaign to fund an

notion of what is normal in what will be one of the most visible

international crew of disabled athletes in the Americas Cup,

international sporting events for the next 2.5 years,” she said.

the most prestigious competition in international yachting. The goal was to raise between $6 and $10 million by the March 31 deadline for entry fees. The Americas Cup will be held in San Francisco in 2013, but the World Series begins in June.

Lynn Fitzpatrick, Argo Challenge communications & marketing director, made the announcement from Shake-a-Leg Miami, the host of three Paralympic sailing disciplines during the Rolex Miami Olympic Classes Regatta. “Let’s change the

The Argo Challenge marks a milestone in sport and social values, said Argo Challenge President Antonio Spinelli from Turin, Italy.

“This was just a dream five years ago and it’s a reality now.”

Two-time Olympic Bronze medalist and Argo skipper, Lars Grael, will be joined on board by 10 other Argonauts: talented sailors and cross-trained competitive athletes from at least six countries, including Brazil, England, France, Germany, Ireland and the United States.

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Sailing

BAYVIEW YACHT CLUB PREPARES FOR MACKINAC RACE Detroit’s Bayview Yacht Club (BYC) is accepting

race alternates with the Chicago Yacht Club on

registrations until July 1 for the 87th Bayview

which race is held first, so members of each club

Mackinac Race that will sail from Port Huron to

can participate in the other’s regatta. Chicago

Mackinac Island.

goes first this year, and its race starts on July 16.

“We have updated our web site to make it easier

“Another new feature for 2011 is we are allowing

for skippers to register online and Bayview has

all sailboats—cruising or racing— to enter the

standardized entrance fees to make it more

shore course. From its traditional start in Lake

affordable for this year’s participants,” said Charlie

Huron near Port Huron, the sailboats will head

Elmer, 2011 Bayview Mackinac Race Chairman.

due north on two separate courses. The shorter

The web site also features the updated Mackinac Safety Regulations for race participants, the official Notice of Race rules and regulations and the standardized entry fee of $13 per foot for each sailboat, based-on the boat length overall.

Some 200 to 250 boats are expected to participate in the annual race that will begin on Saturday, July 23. Each year the Bayview

course is called the Shore Course and runs 252 statute miles along the Michigan shoreline. The race also features a longer, 298-mile course called Cove Island that takes the typically larger boats into Canadian waters before heading toward Mackinac Island,” Elmer said.

Contact the BYC for full race information. byc.com

SAILORS FOR THE SEA’S ‘SALTY DOG’ MEMBERSHIP Sailors for the Sea, the only ocean conservation nonprofit

Atlantis WeatherGear merchandise, and 30% discounts on all

focused on the sailing and boating community, introduces its

ePaint products.

“Salty Dog” membership, which allows dog owners to register their dogs as Sailors for the Sea supporters.

Registration is easy. Visit http://sailorsforthesea.org/ Membership/salty-dog-membership.aspx, select “Salty

The 12-month membership gives seafaring canines the

Dog” in the drop down menu and in the comment section

opportunity to display their love of the ocean and support

provide Sailors for the Sea with the dog’s name. Along

ocean conservation. Each month, the Sailors for the Sea

with the membership confirmation, registrants will receive

newsletter and web site will feature a Salty Dog and their

a questionnaire about their dog and water lifestyle. Once

water activities. By sharing their dog’s love for the water, dog

completed and returned to Sailors for the Sea, their “Salty

owners can help spread the word about ocean conservation.

Dog” profile will be developed.

Each ‘Salty Dog’ owner will enjoy full membership benefits,

sailorsforthesea.org

including a Sailors for the Sea sticker and brochure, 20% off

SAILORS UNITE AT SAILING SPOKEN HERE Mariners everywhere have a new global port to call home: Sailing Spoken Here has set sail to become the premier online network for sailors to congregate offshore. Created

by Mount Gay Rum, a longtime sponsor of regattas worldwide, Sailing Spoken Here is designed to appeal to every rank of boater, from weekend yachtsmen to competitive racers. Sailors can celebrate every facet of the sport, connect with fellow enthusiasts, argue a protest, replay a race move, upload regatta pictures and even find a crew.

Founded in 1703, Mount Gay Rum became an integral part of the sailing community more than three centuries ago. Early sailors would bring home a cask of rum as proof that they had been to Barbados. In more modern times, Mount Gay’s commitment to regattas, events and sponsorships within the sailing world have earned considerable brand loyalty, so much so that the “Mount Gay red cap,” presented only to sailors who complete a race, has become a symbol and a trophy of victory. sailingspokenhere.com

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OFFSHORE TEAM LEADING NEW GENERATION OF SAILORS In announcing the members of its 2011 sailing roster, the

In late May, the full team will congregate at U.S. Merchant

All-American Offshore Team (AAOT) hopes to jumpstart a

Marine Academy headquarters in New York, N.Y., to

movement to foster youth opportunities in offshore racing as

participate in the Safety at Sea Seminar and begin their

they will do aboard the STP65 Vanquish, which will compete

first practice. In early June, the 2011 AAOT will relocate to

in four key events this year: the 66th Storm Trysail Club’s

Annapolis, Md., for the start of the Annapolis to Newport

Around Block Island Race; the Annapolis to Newport Race;

Race, followed by an offshore training session, which will

the Transatlantic Race (Newport, R. I., to The Lizard, England)

be held as the final preparation for the 2,975-nautical mile

and the Rolex Fastnet Race.

Transatlantic Race from Newport, R.I., to the Lizard, U.K.

The age range for AAOT was modeled on the age cutoff for the Volvo Ocean Race with nine sailors between the ages of 18 and 30, who were selected to join the AAOT Management Team. The 2011 All-American Offshore Team represents nine different states with an onboard average age of 23.

http://allamericanoffshoreteam.org

HALL OF FAME NOMINATION FORM NOW ONLINE The sport of sailing is a step closer to having its own “Hall

The historic first group of NSHOF inductees will be honored

of Famers” with The National Sailing Center & Hall of

on Oct. 23, 2011, during ceremonies scheduled to take place

Fame (NSHOF) starting the process by going live with an

at the San Diego Yacht Club in California. The undertaking

online form that the general public is invited to use to make

to recognize Americans who have made outstanding

nominations. The future Hall of Famers will be American

contributions to the sport of sailing is central to the mission

citizens, 45 years of age and older, who have made significant

of the NSHOF, which was formed in 2005 and has completed

impacts on the growth and development of the sport in the

phase one of its plan to establish a permanent facility on the

United States in categories such as design, racing, cruising,

historic waterfront of Annapolis, Md. A selection committee

coaching and administration, among others. Non-citizens

appointed by NSHOF will include representatives from

may also be nominated if they have influenced the sport in

the national governing body, the sailing media, the sailing

the United States, and posthumous nominations will also be

industry, community sailing, a maritime museum and NSHOF

accepted. The nomination period will close on June 1, with

founding yacht clubs.

the inductees for 2011 determined by late August. To make a nomination, visit: http://nominate.nshof.org.

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NEW PRODUCTS

POWERMONKEY-EXPLORER The Powermonkey-eXplorer is a small, powerful, solar-powered electronic gadget charger. There are so many gadgets to charge on a boat trip—including music players, global positioning systems, iPhones and game players—that it’s useful for the sun to take the pressure off the power outlets connected to the boat’s battery. $109.95 // (877) 886 -2646 // stuffjunction.com

THE LAW The Launch and Walk System will help prevent the slip-and-fall injuries that frequently accompany the manual launch of a small-to-medium boat from a shallow, murky access ramp, into the water. This highstrength, easy-to-use trailer application allows a boat owner to launch the boat while remaining dry. A mostly aluminum mechanism capable of supporting up to 300 pounds, it is attached near the hitch, via a springloaded, steel pin. $695 // (586) 585-1552 // theL AWsystem.com

SEBAGO TRITON SPORT The Sebago Triton Sport is a summer, casual sneaker that is stylish and sporty. This athletically-inspired shoe makes the most of premium, full-grain and nubuck leather. A nylon shank offers support alongside other comfort features that include a lightweight EVA midsole. Sebago® Triton™ rubber cup sole provides exceptional, no-slip stepping. Available in sizes 7 through 12 and 13 in medium. $100 // (866) 699-7367 // sebago.com

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POWERCAP™ The new Pilot Series POWERCAP™ Night Vision Cap has two red light-emitting diodes (LEDs) and three white LEDs on separate circuits, to help you maintain your night vision in the dark on the water. Some of the lights provide task lighting, while a powerful LED light on the cap brim can project more than 60 feet. A simple button in the cap brim serves all of these needs. $39.95 // (203) 324-4171 // sailorsnight visioncap.com

TUMMY TAMER Relieving the disagreeable effects of rough waters, bumpy roads, rocking trains, turbulent flights and spinning Ferris wheels, the convenient Queaz-Away Travelers’ Wristbands exert gentle pressure on specific points of the wrist to minimize or eliminate the miserable results of motion sickness.

The one-size-fits-all, washable wristbands are made of tough, long-lasting materials. With no complicated buckles or adjustments, they’re safe and easy-to-use. $9.99 // (510) 732-9229 // davisnet.com

EZYBOAT The EzyBoat is a compact pod that quickly and easily opens to become a 14-foot fiberglass runabout, fishing boat or daysailer.

When open and ready for use, the EzyBoat is 14.5 feet long, but it trailers at eight feet for easy towing and maneuvering. The wheels retract into the hull with a pull on a handle after launching. Power comes from a gas or electric outboard with up to 25 horsepower. $10,999 // (612) 859-6000 // ezyboat.com

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BOAT CARE & FEEDING

TUF-GLIDE SPRAY Sentry Solution’s TUF-GLIDE™, the quick-drying, powerful rust inhibitor and lubricant, is now available in a convenient spray bottle.

It especially protects against rust, friction and wear. It will not attract dust or dirt and does not leave a slippery film like silicone.

It is available in a 4-ounce container, a one-quarter-ounce pen applicator, a one-half-ounce precision applicator, and an 8-ounce refill bottle.

Prices range from $5.85 to $20.50 // (603) 654-3001 // sentr ysolutions.com

DUAL-ACTION POLISHER The Shurhold Dual-Action Polisher’s 6-inch oscillating head provides a great finish, without burns or swirls.

General detail maintenance like waxing and buffing can now be done in half the time, with half the effort and half the amount of product. $149.98 // (800) 962-6241 //shurhold.com

SOLAR BOAT PUMP Rising Sun Innovation’s Solar Bilge Buddy boat and dinghy pump is affordable, convenient and eco-smart. Place the pump in the bottom of a boat to remove any excess water. It conveniently runs off a sealed, 12-volt, solar-powered battery. The solar panel is even removable and can be placed anywhere in the boat to get the best sunlight. $159 // (631) 514-4532 // solarbilgebuddy.com

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LANOCOTE Forespar’s natural solution for marine corrosion, Lanocote, is now available in an aerosol-free dispenser bottle or a wipe-on paste.

Lanocote is a safe and natural product that stops and prevents rust, oxidation and electrolysis. It is the perfect corrosion solution for environmentally-sensitive marine locations. Formulated to withstand both fresh and salt water, Lanocote forms a long-lasting, non-greasy moisture barrier on all treated parts. $9.40 // (949) 858-8820 // forespar.com

IMC CHARGER IMC Chargers by Charles Marine are state-of-the-art battery chargers specifically created for harsh marine environments.

Their rugged design, configurable settings and revolutionary “man-machine� interfaces make these chargers the first choice for serious boaters.

They each include four bank programmable chargers with independent 12/24 VDC selection, and six models available in 20 amp increments from 20 to 120 amps. There are simple, intuitive menus for fast configuration, and Universal AC input.

Prices range from $652 to $2,750.72 // (847) 806 -6300 // charlesindustries.com

STA-Z-OFF Sta-Z-Off is strong enough to prevent zebra mussels from attaching to any submerged surface. Use this waterbased solution to treat aluminum, steel, fiberglass, rubber or plastic substrates. It dries clear, and minimizes gelcoat staining with an algae barrier. It is also non-toxic, and does not release any heavy metals into the water.

Available in an 8-ounce bottle, a one-half-gallon or a gallon container.

Prices range from $29.95 to $335 // (586) 850 -6562 // stazoff.com

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JULY 8-10 Antique & Classic Boat Show Lakeside Dr./Chautauqua Lake Bemus Point

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