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As the months grow warmer, the boating

season begins to take shape. Once again,

it will be a labor of love to prepare your

second home for another journey into the

world of water and fun.

There’s good news in our feature about

the Chicago harbor system and the

construction of the 31st Street Harbor,

which will add 1,000 slips to the existing

5,200 when it is completed in 2012. But

we do not need to wait another year to

enjoy the new pool of available slips. By

the beginning of this season, another 300

slips will be added to the existing harbor

system, so this should make it easier to

secure a slip assignment.

Our boat feature focuses on Carver

Yachts, which has recently had a change

of ownership. The company is introducing

several new models and has entered a

partnership with SkipperBud’s to carry

their lines in the Midwest.

We also take a look at Honda Marine, a

leader in 4-stroke engine technology. Many

of its outboards include exclusive features

found in the company’s most popular

automobile engines, such as Variable Valve

Timing and Lift Electronic Control.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric

Administration and its Offi ce of Ocean and

Coastal Resource Management (OCRM)

administer programs in states to keep

their coasts healthy and economically

viable. OCRM helps each state meet its

priorities in the Great Lakes area, such

as stopping the introduction and spread

of aquatic invasive species, restoring

and protecting fi sh and wildlife habitats,

controlling pollution and toxins, ensuring

the sustainable use of water resources,

investigating new energy sources,

evaluating and interpreting information to

forecast the effects of climate change, and

providing boat access to locations that

need it. Chicago will host the Coastal Zone

2011 conference, sponsored by NOAA, in

July 2011. This will be just the second time

that the Great Lakes have been the setting

for the meeting.

Three spotlights in this issue will provide

you with plenty of information on a variety

of topics. One spotlight describes the

boaters’ paradise that can be found in

Lake Erie at Middle Bass Island State Park

Marina near Port Clinton, Ohio. This new,

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

including more than 140 for transient

boaters. Another spotlight details the

emergency gear needed to help anglers

survive a mishap offshore. Being smart

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

The third spotlight focuses on boating

safely with your pets, with checklists for

on-land and on-board recommendations

so that your furry friends will have trouble-

free outings.

We hope this issue will assist you with

your boating preparations and help you to

enjoy this boating season. Please consider

joining the Great Lakes Boating Federation

to help keep boating viable for years to

come. Boaters working together under

one umbrella can bring about changes

benefi cial to boating and work to keep

boating alive.

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Pedersen Marine, Inc. Antioch (847) 395-3356

West Access Marina Carlyle (618) 594-2461

North Sails Mid-West Chicago (773) 489-1300

UK Sailmakers, Chicago Chicago (312) 326-1053

Marine Services Corp Dolton (708) 841-5660

Pistakee Lake Marina Fox Lake (847) 587-2400

Starved Rock Marina Ottawa (815) 433-4218

Hiddencove Marina at Seneca Yacht Club Seneca (815) 357-6869

Waukegan Harbor Waukegan (847) 244-3133

Indiana

Lighthouse Point Yacht Club Aurora (812) 926-4505

Marina Shores at Dune Harbor Portage (219) 762-5700

Michigan

Great Lakes Docks & Decks Algonac (810) 725-0009

Spring Lodge & Cottages Cedarville (800) 480-2282

UK Sailmakers, Detroit Clinton Township (586) 790-7500

Gregory Boat Company Detroit (313) 823-1900

Harbor Hill Marina Detroit (313) 331-6880

Grand Pointe Marina Dimondale (517) 646-6733

Tower Marine Douglas (269) 857-2151

Mitzie’s Dockside Service Ecorse (313) 383-2716

Lost Peninsula Marina Erie (734) 723-7466

Lindy’s Sales, Inc Fairgrove (989) 893-9931

Bouvier Bridge Marina Fairhaven (586) 725-6530

Damark Marine Gibraltar (734) 676-2880

Humbug Marina, Inc Gibraltar (734) 676-6633

Crescent Shores Marina Holland (616) 392-9951

UK Sailmakers Western Michigan Holland (616) 396-4935

Leaders Marine Kalamazoo (269) 544-2628

L’Anse Marina L’Anse (906) 524-6116

Linwood Beach Marina Linwood (989) 497-4415

Marine City Marine & Service Marine City (810) 420-5106

Menominee Marina Menominee (906) 863-8498

Bridge Harbour Marina Port Huron (810) 982-2492

Party Time Marina Port Huron (810) 987-8010

Port Sanilac Marina Port Sanilac (810) 622-9651

Harbor 9 Marina Saint Clair Shores (586) 776-5650

Miller Marina, Inc. St. Clair Shores (586) 771-9000

Eagle Pointe Harbor St. Joseph (616) 429-7400

Great Lakes Shores Marina Standish (989) 846-6065

Bayshore Marine Center Traverse City (231) 946-6060

Quantum Great Lakes Traverse City (231) 941-1222

Minnesota

Windmill Marina Association Afton (651) 436-7744

Bayport Marina Association, Inc Bayport (651) 439-2040

Spirit Lake Marina Duluth (218) 628-3578

Kings Cove Marina Hastings (651) 480-8900

River Heights Marina Grove Heights (651) 455-4974

Bill’s Bay Marina Red Wing (651) 388-0481

Howard’s Point Marina Shorewood (952) 474-4464

Rockvam Boatyards Spring Park (952) 471-9515

St. Paul Yacht Club St. Paul (651) 292-8964

Watergate Marina St. Paul (651) 695-3780

Ohio

Catalina Harbour Addyston (513) 941-7909

Channel Park Marina Cleveland (216) 631-5000

Wildwood Yacht Club Cleveland (216) 531-9052

Anchor Pointe Marina Curtice (419) 836-2455

Gallipolis Boat Club Gallipolis (740) 446-3262

Lorain Sailing & Yacht Club Lorain (440) 288-0500

Spitzer Harbor Walk Marina Lorain (800) 654-7706

Spitzer Lakeside Marina Lorain (800) 321-3625

Marine City Marblehead (419) 734-2228

Pipe Creek Marina Sandusky (419) 621-1111

Harman’s Harbor Sardis (740) 865-2102

Brenner 75 at Harrison Toledo (419) 729-1676

Key Harbour Marina, Inc. Vermilion (440) 967-6993

Vermilion Power Boats Yacht Club Vermilion (440) 967-4100

Wisconsin

Beaver Dam Bay Marina Beaver Dam (920) 319-4062

Quantum Inland Delafield (262) 646-7610

Ephraim Yacht Harbor Ephraim (920) 854-4014

The Shoreline Resort & Marina Gills Rock (920) 854-2606

City Centre Marina Green Bay (800) 457-2929

SOUTH BAY Marina Green Bay (920) 884-1464

St. Croix Marina Hudson (715) 386-8239

Bluewater Marine Kewaunee (920) 388-4550

Salmon Harbor Marina, LLC Kewaunee (920) 388-2120

Harbor Town Marina Marinette (715) 732-9005

Hi Seas Marina Oconto (800) 229-2088

Quantum Racine Racine (262) 619-0033

Bay Marine of Sturgeon Bay, Inc. Sturgeon Bay (920) 743-6526

Sturgeon Bay Marine CenterSturgeon Bay (920) 743-3311

Wave Pointe Marina & Resort Sturgeon Bay (920) 824-5440

Shipyard Marina/Pirates Cove Suamico (920) 434-2000

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• CARVER BOATS 12• CHICAGO HARBORS 20• COASTAL MANAGEMENT OF THE GREAT LAKES 26• HONDA MARINE 30

IN THE NEWSIN THE NEWS

• GREAT LAKES 34• FISHING 38• YACHT CLUBS 40• MARINAS 42• CRUISING 44• NATIONAL 46• SAILING 48

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• PUBLISHER’S NOTE 04• EDITORIALS 08• LETTERS TO THE EDITOR 10• NEW PRODUCTS 50• BOAT CARE AND FEEDING 52• MARINE MART 54• EVENTS CALENDAR 55• ADVERTISER INDEX 56

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

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

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

The salon is spacious and brightly lit by numerous windows and an aft sliding door. Oak hardwood is used throughout to provide a contemporary atmosphere. To port is a sectional sofa lounge, and to starboard is a dinette that seats six and converts to a double bed. The galley is adjacent to the salon and is equipped with full-size refrigerator, convection microwave, two-burner cook top, coffee maker and numerous drawers and cabinets.

Situated forward of the galley are two staterooms and two head compartments. The master stateroom has an island berth and the VIP stateroom has been confi gured with additional headroom and two twin beds. In addition, there is plenty of storage space.

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

Carver Boat Corporation, LLC790 Markham DrivePulaski, WI 54162(920) 822-3214

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Boaters have always been an appealing target for governments

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

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

time when no new, clever revenue sources were sought aft er?

Most lawmakers cannot walk away from budgetary problems

without taking a good, hard look at boating.

For instance, in Chicago in 1986, Chicago’s mayor came

running aft er 5,200 boaters, believing that he had found an

unheard of, lucrative revenue source. Believing that boaters

wouldn’t look for alternative moorings, the mayor subjected

them to a surcharge, believing that they would gladly pay it

and keep boating happily in Chicago.

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

Unlike real estate buildings, they can abandon their moorings

and move to other harbors, other municipalities and even

other states. Indeed, that is what happened, when about

2,000, cream-of-the-crop, large-craft owners (of vehicles more

than 27 feet in length) left Chicago never to return.

In addition to boaters being elusive, boats are deceiving when

they are viewed from a distance. To the untrained eye, they

all look expensive and owned by well-heeled individuals.

In reality, many of the 16 million registered boats have the

value of Chevett es, while only a handful are comparable to

Bentleys. Owners accordingly range from carpenters and

plumbers to old-money hoarders and CEOs of large fi rms. At

a time when the administration is gett ing ready to heavily tax

those individuals with high incomes to balance the budget

and reduce the defi cit, boaters have become very att ractive

targets. One doesn’t need to be wealthy or have access to old

money to own a boat. Many used boats in this bad economy

can be purchased for under $25,000, the cost of a moderately

priced new car. A 26-foot or longer boat is oft en considered a

home away from home.

It is as if we have run out of land adjacent to water, where

wind is abundant, to construct wind turbine farms. Strategic

off shore sites on the Great Lakes are being earmarked for

harvesting this renewable energy source. Areas that seems

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

metropolitan areas and boating centers. Many boaters on the

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

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

turbines to these areas provides an unsightly decorum for

boaters and city dwellers who wish to have their lines of sight

extend farther than the eye can see. It is the last untouched

bastion, where boaters can enjoy the fruits of independence.

Th e deafening sounds generated by the wind turbines do not

mix with the freedom of the open sea.

Without due consideration, a move that can deal a hurtful

blow to millions of boat engines is the fuel with 15% ethanol

that the administration is trying to make available, in total

disregard to the sensitivity to higher ethanol that the 10%

engines can use. Th e administration, justifying this move as

the needed step to break away from our addiction to foreign

oil, is trying to help corn growers who are providing this fuel.

Boating remains one of the best family recreational

instruments and hobby. It is also one of the very few

instruments to enjoy freedom. Th e economic windfall

from these 16 million boaters to the American economy is

mammoth, ranging from $35 to $40 billion annually. On

the Great Lakes alone, it is estimated to exceed $9 billion.

Chicago’s 5,200 boats contribute a whopping $78 million to

the city’s economy, and with the addition of the 31st Street

Harbor next year, that number is expected to swell to $100

million. A boat moored on Chicago’s lakefront is a getaway

at an unbelievable value. A $3,500 rental fee for the entire

boating season (May to November) is an unbeatable bargain.

A mere $500 per month is the cost for an elegant lifestyle,

which accommodates a family on Lake Michigan, with the

backdrop of Chicago’s day and night lifestyle. Th is lifestyle is

not for a select few. It is available to anyone.

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Stop Picking on Boaters

Th e mandatory wearing of life jackets has entered the radar

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

estimates that 80% of boating fatalities could be avoided if

boaters wore life jackets.

On April 5, the Massachusett s State Legislature considered a

bill that would have made it mandatory for everyone to wear

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

year. Th e legislature tabled the measure, and may reconsider it

this summer.

In Arlington, Va., the National Boating Safety Advisory

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

recommending that the U.S. Coast Guard “initiate

eff orts which target a future regulatory project to pursue

requirements for life jacket wear for recreational boaters

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

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

canoes, kayaks, rowboats, etc.), regardless of length; 3.) any

vessel less than 18 feet in length; and 4.) any person being

towed while engaged in water sports.”

Th e resolution further directs the Coast Guard to “work with

its partners to design a strategy to engage the boating public

through in-person and electronic dialogue on this topic

through pre-rulemaking consultation aimed at informing the

public about the potential benefi ts of such regulation, gauging

public opinion about life jacket wear based on boating type

and activity, and making decisions on this topic based on

a thorough understanding of both public sentiment and

potential benefi ts.”

It was also recommended that the Coast Guard streamline its

life jacket testing and approval process “to reduce the overall

cost of highly comfortable life jackets, support innovation

and creativity in life jacket design and technology, and allow

improved life jacket models to reach the consumer quicker and

easier.” Additionally, the Coast Guard was asked to consider

the acceptance of alternative life jackets by completing and

accepting a harmonized, North American standard.

A similar comparison could be made between life jackets and

seatbelts. Initially, weren’t seatbelts bothersome, cumbersome

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

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

seatbelts is second nature. How many lives have been saved

because of this law?

Still, the proposals for mandatory life jacket-wearing raise

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

who is going to regulate it? Having safety equipment is

commonsense. However, now it seems like a bureaucracy

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

creation of a new agency to oversee implementation. What

is even more disturbing is the thought that this action might

lead to other mandatory actions, such as boat licensing.

Th ose who say that wearing life jackets has a negative side do

have a point: It can curb the sense of freedom that comes from

boating. In the past, life jackets were bulky and unatt ractive.

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

improved models that are much more comfortable and

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

voyages this boating season, and they can practically forget

that they’re wearing them.

Only time would tell whether boaters across the nation would

embrace the requirement of wearing life jackets. Th e majority

of the times a life jacket or a seatbelt is worn, it feels relatively

natural. Life jackets help to make boating expeditions safer,

and the times when emergencies arise make wearing these

safety jackets worth it.

Th e Great Lakes Boating Federation believes in and

encourages the use of life jackets. It’s good sense to start the

season with a resolution to be protected on the water.

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

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

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

Ben Yakitis

Lexington, Mich.

MORE TAXES FOR BOATERS?I’m hearing that some bad things are going to happen to boaters. In Connecticut, there’s a budget deal taxing boats worth more than $100,000. Is this the start of more taxes? Even though this is supposedly not as bad as an earlier plan, it still hits boaters hard. Why is this happening? Is it going to spread across the country? Are we going to be the targets of states? Are they going to come after boaters now, for property and luxury taxes? What lies ahead?

Ed Schantz

Winnetka, Ill

We want to hear from you.Send a letter to the editor and tell us what you think.

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For more than 58 years, Carver has been designing yachts known for their spacious and comfortable accommodations

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

“Boaters are always interested in new designs and new products. It’s just part of their nature,” said company president, Robert VanGrunsven. “A company has to have confidence and part of that confidence comes from the willingness to invest company resources into new products. Without something new and exciting you give people no reason to consider buying their family a new boat.”

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

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


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The 36 Mariner has a design that is balanced between a sedan and an

express model. Its stateroom, galley, dinette and salon are built upon

a single-fl oor level.

The easy-to-access bridge has seating for 10 passengers and is

equipped with a wet bar. Forward of the windshield is a sunpad and

bench seating.

The full-beam salon has an L-shaped lounge and an entertainment

center that is equipped with a 20-inch LCD TV, DVD player, satellite

radio system, AM/FM/CD marine stereo and iPod® dock. The galley

is equipped with an electric, 2-burner range, refrigerator/freezer,

microwave and storage cabinets. The master stateroom has a queen-

size berth, tufted, cut pile carpet, curtains, hanging lockers, seven

storage cabinets and private head access.

This new design can be equipped with a wide selection of different

propulsion packages. Choose from a gasoline-powered twin inboard

package or twin Volvo Stern Drive diesels mated with Ocean X® salt-

water-ready stern drive protection and joystick-control technologies.

CARVER 36 MARINER

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The new 44 Sojourn boasts a newly-styled hull, superstructure,

hardtop and contemporary interior.

The bridge has seating for at least 12 people and is equipped with

a large sun lounge. The helm is designed to accommodate high-

tech navigation and communication instruments, with a heavy-duty

aluminum arch and integral hardtop that serve as support for the

optional bridge enclosure.

The salon and cabins are styled around a single-level fl oor plan. To

port is a sectional sofa, and to starboard is a dinette that seats six and

converts to a double bed. The galley is adjacent to the salon and is

equipped with full-size refrigerator, convection microwave, two-burner

cook top, coffee maker and numerous drawers and cabinets.

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

The master stateroom has an island berth and the VIP stateroom

has been confi gured with additional headroom and two twin beds. In

addition, there is plenty of space to store and hang clothing.

The yacht is offered with either traditional gasoline inboard engines or

it can be outfi tted with twin Volvo gas or diesel engines and joystick-

controlled IPS pod drives.

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

new approach to the well-established cockpit motor yacht-

style boat. Streamlined styling, hand-crafted woodwork and

effi cient utilization of space make the 41 Motor Yacht a very

attractive vessel for weekends and extended family cruises.

Finally for 2011, Carver is excited to bring their newly

designed 54 Voyager to the market. This design holds true

to the classic pilothouse Voyager series that has been so

successful for the company. The 54V is set to launch in June

of 2011. This true pilothouse design is focused on space,

layout, function, long-range cruising and effi ciency. The 54V

offers outstanding overnight accommodations, timeless

design and exceptional value.

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

Our customers are demanding space for entertaining and

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

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

Our mission is to provide just that in an exceptional and

value-based way,” states VanGrunsven. “The world economy

has changed much in our industry. In the end, people with

a passion for the water and boating will always be present.

However, we recognize that for some families, a more

economical option needs to be present to fulfi ll their product

needs. For 58 years Carver Yachts has been providing just

that. An unmatched product with an unmatched value that is

supported by unmatched customer service and aftermarket

support. This is a value proposition that we have always

offered and we are very proud of that fact.”

CARVER 41 MOTOR YACHT

CARVER 54 VOYAGER


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

Without question, dreams and persistence are paying off

for Lake Erie boaters with the completion of Phase 3 of

the Middle Bass Island State Park Marina renovation and

expansion project last summer by the ODNR. This phase

included the addition of permanent restroom and shower

facilities within the marina complex. By all accounts, this

summer is looking like a promising one for the marina and for

the accompanying Middle Bass Island State Park. The next

phase of the marina project is scheduled for completion this

fall and will include the development of additional restroom,

shower and laundry machines, as well as the harbormaster

building. The marina, which had a grand opening last

summer to celebrate the new features, has already

experienced overfl owing crowds of boaters.

The ODNR’s plans are resulting in a state-of-the-art marina

that is quickly becoming the top gun in this part of Lake

Erie. With the completion of Phase 3, the Middle Bass Island

marina now has 252 slips, including more than 140 available

for transient boaters. Most of the slips have dockside utilities,

as well as access to the new shower and restroom facilities.

Ken Alvey, president of the Lake Erie Marine Trades Association, looked out over the new docks and facilities at the Middle Bass Island State Park Marina, near Port Clinton, Ohio. He exclaimed, “This exceeds even my wildest dreams!” Alvey, the former chief of

the Ohio Department of Natural Resources’ (ODNR) Division of Watercraft, and many of his colleagues have developed some lofty dreams for the renovation of this marina since it was purchased by his former agency in 2000.

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Perhaps most importantly, the marina serves as a safe harbor

location year round for boaters who get caught out on the

water when the weather turns bad.

“Everyone loves the new facilities,” said Assistant Park

Manager Karen Beckman. “They really appreciate that we

offer electricity and water at most of our docks. Word is

getting out pretty quickly about our marina and we have

already had to turn away some boaters on weekends. We

encourage boaters to make reservations for overnight stays

by calling the marina offi ce. Day stays are on a fi rst-come,

fi rst-served basis.”

Middle Bass Island is a popular attraction for Lake Erie

boaters who fl ock there every summer to enjoy its relatively

slow pace, quaint rental cottages and brewery. The island

can only be reached by boat, ferry or small plane. All of the

island’s attractions can be reached by walking, bicycling or

by using a golf cart after reaching the marina.

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

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

Middle Bass Island, including the former Lonz Marina. The

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

on the title papers, the ODNR moved forward, developing

plans to renovate and expand the marina in order to provide

boaters with better docks and facilities to access the island’s

popular attractions. The dream was aided by the award of

almost $2 million from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s

Boating Infrastructure Grant program in 2001 and 2002.

Including matching funds, the ODNR has provided $20 million

for the Middle Bass Island State Park Marina.

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

north coast are a welcome and needed investment,” said

Pamela Dillon, the current chief of the Ohio Division of

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

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

Lake Erie’s western basin.”

The ODNR hopes that the facility will rise to the levels of

popularity and service of the popular Leamington marinas

on the north side of Lake Erie in Canadian waters. State and

local leaders envision being able to provide many of the same

opportunities that Leamington does without the diffi culties

occasionally experienced with having to check in with border

agents from the United States and Canada. Middle Bass

Island is located in an ideal spot to take advantage of this

major regional boating attraction.

Winning the awards from the ultra-competitive Boating

Infrastructure Grant Program was just the beginning of the

challenge. Middle Bass Island is home to the threatened Lake

Erie water snake. As Mike Rowe discovered in one episode

of the popular television show Dirty Jobs, Lake Erie water

snakes not only thrive in this area, but they are also protective

of their habitat. Rowe suffered more than one bite from

these non-venomous snakes as he collected specimens to

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

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

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

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

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

required to complete an environmental impact statement to

ensure that the renovation and construction would minimize

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

to overcome because the project included dewatering the

existing marina to allow it to be dredged and expanded.

Ultimately, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service approved of the

fi ndings of the environmental impact statement and agreed

that the construction plans would only minimally impact the

snake population. In fact, it was determined that after the

project was completed, snakes were likely to return to this

area and thrive, due to some of the habitat improvements

associated with this project.

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

Shower and restroom facilities are available from May through

October. The marina can accommodate boats up to 52 feet

in length. Sewage pumpouts, electricity (30 and 50 amp) and

potable water are available for boaters using the marina.

dnr.state.oh.us // (419) 285-0311

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

Willis Tower, formerly known as the Sears Tower, was the tallest building on the

globe for many years and a source of envy to many countries.

And now, the Chicago Park District (CPD) and Westrec, the world’s largest owner/

operator of marinas and marine-related businesses are completing the fi nal stages

of a new harbor that will be the 10th on Chicago’s 29-mile pristine Lake Michigan

shoreline. Named the 31st Street Harbor, it will be a 1,000-slip marina that will

provide boaters with unparalleled amenities. The Chicago harbor system will have

a total number of 6,200 slips. Having laid claim to being the largest boating haven

in the country for several decades, Chicago now has surpassed its own record as

being the largest municipal harbor system in the United States.

This remarkable harbor system didn’t materialize by accident. Chicago’s harbors

are exceptional for the manner in which they were designed and staged on Lake

Michigan shores by its architectural forefathers. Owned and operated by Westrec

By F. Ned Dikmen

Perfect 10


Marinas, a corridor of parks and harbors has been uniquely

tailored to offer only green pastures to its citizens and today

provide an environmental luxury to the area’s boaters. This

corridor is protected by the Lakefront Protection Ordinance,

which ensures that this stretch will remain forever open,

without structures or businesses to interfere with its beauty

and tranquility. Yet a few steps beyond this corridor lay the

vibrant tall buildings, businesses and neighborhoods of

Chicago’s storied nightlife.

It is expected that the 31st Street Harbor project, divided into

land-side and coastal projects, will not only deliver hundreds

of new boat slips to the lakefront, but also will bring new

amenities and facilities, expected to draw non-boaters to the

lakefront, as well.

Construction began during the summer of 2010 and will

continue through May 2012.

With an expected opening date of May 2012, the 31st Street

Harbor is located one mile south of Burnham Harbor and

McCormick Place and will have easy access from Interstate 55

and Lake Shore Drive. It will bring to the lakefront more than

1,000 new boat slips, from 35 to 70 feet long, and will serve

as a center for youth fi shing and sailing programs. Onshore

will be a community building that will offer exceptional views

of the lake and the skyline, a canoe/kayak storage area and

launch locations, an underground, heated parking facility that

will double as winter storage for as many as 200 boats, and

two additional acres of park land.

Additional amenities will include a fuel dock, a harbor store,

fi shing docks, beach, playground and skate park.

Mooring holders will have access to metered electrical

service, subscription cable TV and phone service, fi xed fee

water, free Wifi and free electric pumpouts.

Timothy Mitchell, general superintendent & CEO of the CPD,

has enthusiastic praise for the project. “We’re excited about

the progress being made on 31st Street. The fi rst elements of

the project will come online this summer when the new public

parking areas along Fort Dearborn Drive are completed. The

31st Street Harbor project is more than just a place for

boats. We are constructing a wonderful, state-of-the-art

playground, picnic areas and improvements to the bike path

as part of the project. I can’t wait until it opens next year.”

The new construction will bring more than added facilities

and conveniences to the city. According to a recent economic

impact analysis for 31st Street Harbor, the direct economic

effects on the local economy of harbor-related spending

would be 161 jobs, $3.8 million in labor income and $5.9

million in value added. Direct effects cover the impacts in

businesses selling goods and services directly to these

boaters. This includes 62 jobs in marina services, 46 jobs in

restaurants and bars, and 25 jobs in retail stores. Including

secondary effects, the total impact on the local economy is

224 jobs, $6.0 million in labor income and $9.6 million in

value added.

Besides the construction of a new harbor, enhancements

extend to several other harbors. Scott Stevenson, vice

president, Westrec Marinas, states, “In addition to 31st

Street Harbor, we are also adding more than 300 slips to

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

Jackson Outer and Jackson Inner harbors we are taking out

“WE’RE EXCITED ABOUT THE PROGRESS BEING MADE ON

31ST STREET.

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Burnham Harbor is situated on the downtown Chicago

Museum Campus. The harbor boasts 1,120 docks, mooring

cans, star docks and available transient docking. A launch

ramp situated at the harbor has parking for approximately

43 vehicles with trailers. A fuel dock facility, ship’s store and

free-of-charge waste pump-out equipment are also available.

Sixty-two new slips, with sizes ranging from 50 to 70 feet,

have been installed with a fl oating wave attenuator. Later this

year, the harbor will get two new fl oating washrooms.

(312)747-7009

Burnham Harbor

the star docks and extending our existing docks to create

these spaces. This work will be completed for the 2011

boating season.

“The demand for slips in the Chicago harbors remains

strong. We have more than 500 individuals on the new

applicant waiting list and an additional 600 on the transfer

list looking for slips. In a time of continued economic

uncertainty, the harbors are maintaining strong occupancy

and have substantial demand. Because of the slips that we

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

the existing harbors, boaters now have the best chance in

decades to get choice slip assignments on the lakefront. We

encourage anyone interested in a dock in Chicago to put in

an application. For the fi rst time, we can actually guarantee

that they will get one next year.”

Chicago, now a major boating center, has provided

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

a condominium set-up beforehand. The improvements

and services provided by CPD and Westrec have made

Chicago a model that other communities can look to when

establishing their own marinas.

chicagoharbors.com // (312)742-8520

31st Street Harbor (continued)

Home of the Chicago Corinthian Yacht Club, Montrose

Harbor is located on the northern edge of Lincoln Park, a

short walk from Montrose Beach. Montrose Harbor offers

630 docks, mooring cans, star docks and available

transient docking. Waste pump-out equipment is provided

on a no-charge basis. Winter storage for boats up to 45 feet

is available.

(312)742-7527

Montrose Harbor


Diversey Harbor—Diversey Harbor is located in Lincoln

Park, within walking distance of the Lincoln Park Zoo

and the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum. It has 714

docks and star docks, with transient docking available.

Additionally, the harbor offers a public launch ramp with

parking for roughly 67 vehicles with trailers, as well as

a fuel facility that dispenses gas and diesel fuels and

waste pump-out equipment at no charge. For 2011, 80

new slips have been installed, and the harbor is getting a

new fl oating washroom.

(312)742-7762

Diversey Harbor

Home of the Museum Shores Yacht Club, the 59th Street

Harbor is located in Jackson Park and is a short walk

from the Museum of Science and Industry and the 63rd

Street Beach. The harbor has 125 docks and transient

docking is also available. Waste pump-out equipment is

provided at no charge. For 2011, the harbor washrooms

are receiving a facelift.

(312)747-7019

59th Street Harbor

Belmont Harbor, another harbor in Lincoln Park, offers

730 docks, mooring cans, star docks and transient

docking. Located at Belmont Harbor are the Chicago

Yacht Club (Belmont Station) and the Belmont Yacht

Club. A fuel dock facility, ship’s store and waste pump-

out equipment are available. Additionally, there is a

mast stepping/unstepping facility at the Harbor Building

(reservations are required). For the 2011 season, 108

new slips have been installed, and a fl oating washroom

will be put in place later this season.

(312)742-7673

Belmont Harbor


To meet accommodation needs, Monroe Harbor was expanded

to create DuSable Harbor in 2000, adding 420 docks. Located

in downtown Chicago, at the foot of Randolph Street, the

harbor also offers transient docking. The entrance to the harbor

is through the Monroe Harbor entrance, past the stern of the

Columbia Yacht Club and into the harbor. DuSable Harbor offers

a ship’s store and waste pump-out equipment at no charge. This

year, winter storage for boats up to 40 feet will be available.

(312)742-3577

Home to the Chicago Yacht Club and Columbia Yacht Club,

downtown Monroe Harbor offers about 1,000 mooring cans and

transient mooring. It also has a tender service which provides

delivery and pickup to boats in the harbor. Waste pump-out

equipment is provided at no charge. For 2011, fi ve new tender

boats have been will be delivered in the near future.

(312)742-7643

DuSable Harbor

Monroe Harbor

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

(773)288-7106

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

(773)288-1065


on the GREAT LAKES

T he 30 million people that live in the Great Lakes

states love their boats: 4.3 million recreational

boats are registered, and there are 100,000

miles of shoreline to explore. To help protect this

boaters’ paradise, the nearly $16 billion in spending

each year, and the 107,000 jobs that this activity

generates, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric

Administration (NOAA)’s Offi ce of Ocean and Coastal

Resource Management (OCRM) administers Coastal

Zone Management (CZM) programs in states to keep

these coasts healthy, resilient and economically viable.

Balancing the often competing or confl icting demands

of coastal resource use, economic development,

and conservation, the OCRM helps each state meet

priorities in the Great Lakes Region, such as stopping

the introduction and spread of aquatic invasive species,

enhancing fi sh and wildlife by restoring and protecting

habitat, controlling pollution and toxins, ensuring the

sustainable use of water resources, investigating new

By Michele Winowitch, Communications, NOAA/OCRM


energy sources, and evaluating and interpreting information

to forecast the effects of climate change. In 2010, the OCRM

provided $13 million for coastal programs and $0.6 million

for two NOAA estuarine research reserves, Old Woman

Creek in Ohio and Lake Superior in Wisconsin, and helped

fund the purchase of seven Coastal and Estuarine Land

Conservation properties. You can check out the location of

these properties, get links to the different coastal programs

and read success stories from each Great Lakes state by

going to the new online mapping program, “OCRM in your

State”: http://coastalmanagement.noaa.gov/inyourstate/#.

In July 2010, President Barack Obama’s Interagency Ocean

Policy Task Force released recommendations for improved

stewardship of the ocean, our coasts, and the Great Lakes,

and a need for better “coastal and marine spatial planning”

(CMSP). In a nutshell, CMSP is a planning process that

balances human needs, reduces confl icts and environmental

impacts, and preserves critical ecosystems to meet the

economic, environmental, security, and social needs of our

marine environment. In the case of the Great Lakes, mapping

done by the Ohio and Wisconsin Coastal Programs, with

funding and guidance from the OCRM, is making it easier

for boaters to fi nd their way around.

The Ohio Coastal Atlas is a suite of mapping resources

developed to provide coastal decision-makers, educators,

interest groups and the public with information about

Lake Erie. The “Ports, Harbors and Recreational Boating

Map Viewer” allows boaters to view Water Access Trails,

Recreational Boating Facilities, Ports, and Terminals and

even Bathymetry of the Ohio side of Lake Erie. The “Lake

Eric Public Access Map View” is an electronic version of

the recently published “Public Access Guidebook” which

shows public access sites, including amenities and services

available. You can fi nd these at www.ohiodnr.com/LakeErie/

Maps/tabid/19562/Default.aspx.

“Wisconsin’s Great Lakes Circle Tour - Coastal Access Guide”,

created in partnership with the University of Wisconsin-

Madison, allows users to view maps, such as state and

local parks, historic sites, boat ramps and beaches. It also

provides links to the many tourist information and attraction

web sites available. Go to: “http://wisconsincoastalguide.

org/”wisconsincoastalguide.org/ for more information.

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

Zone 2011” conference (CZ11) in partnership with other

federal and state agencies including the Department of the

Interior, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the Environmental

Protection Agency, the Nature Conservancy, the State of

Illinois and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, will

for the fi rst time be held in Chicago, Ill. This will be only the

second time that it has been held on the Great Lakes. CZ11

will bring together coastal managers and experts from around

the world to focus on themes that echo the priorities of U.S.

National Ocean Policy, with special emphasis on the Great

Lakes. Four major themes and four focus areas are designed

to spark dialogue and exchange among decision-makers and

provide a forum for discovering new strategies, solutions and

tools for planning for our coastal future.

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


ON LAND

Do a little research.

Call ahead to make sure that

your destination allows pets, at a

minimum, and to fi nd out what their

policies are, as many places require

that you keep animals on a leash

and that you don’t leave them alone.

Also, check with your boat insurance

company to see if your pets are

protected. With Progressive’s Pet

Injury coverage, your vet bills are

covered up to $1,000 if your pets are

hurt in a boating incident.

Get ID tags.

Outfi t your pets with up-to-date ID

tags with your telephone number(s),

marina address, and slip number. If

there’s room on the tags, consider

including that you’ll offer a reward

for your pets’ safe return.

Bring their health records.

Bring along copies of your pets’

health records and vaccinations.

Some marinas and camping spots

require this kind of documentation.

Prepare a doggie bag.

Pack a bag so that you’re prepared

for anything. Stock it with things

like cleaning supplies, towels or

travel beds so that your pets have

places to sleep, portable bowls,

food and water, a pet fi rst aid kit,

and lots of toys.

Assist with their doggie paddling.

Fit each of your pets with a personal

fl otation device, or life jacket. Find

one with a lifting handle to make it

easy and safe to lift your pets from

the water. Give the animals time on

land to get used to them.

ON BOARD

Help them to get their sea legs.

Gradually introduce your pets

to your boat and the water. Give

them a chance to explore their

surroundings while the boat is

docked. Turn on the engine so that

they can get accustomed to its

sound, smell and feel. Take short

cruises and gradually build up to

longer trips.

Clear the deck.

Store away any potentially toxic or

dangerous materials (e.g. cleaning

materials, fuel, hooks, etc.).

Ramp it up.

Give your pets a helping hand with a

ramp that helps them get on board

and off, both from the dock and from

the water.

Combat the sun.

Protect your pets from the heat

by providing shade and plenty of

water, and wash the deck with cool

water to protect their paws.

Watch for wooziness.

If your pets are overly tired or

disoriented, seasickness might

be to blame. Some vets

recommend giving them ginger

or medications like Bonine or

Dramamine. Ask your vet before

giving your pets anything.

Prepare a potty.

If you can’t make regular stops,

make provisions so that your pets

can go to the bathroom on board.

Bring your cat’s litter box along. For

dogs, buy a portable dog potty that

simulates grass.

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In 1964, Honda introduced its fi rst 4-stroke outboard motor.

Today, as the world’s largest engine manufacturer,

the company is committed to precision manufacturing

techniques. This has allowed Honda to remain a leader in

4-stroke engine technology.

In order to maximize power output and durability, many

Honda Marine outboards include exclusive technological

features found in the company’s most popular automobile

engines, including the Honda Accord, Fit, Pilot, Ridgeline,

Odyssey, CR-V, Element and Civic.

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

outboard engine lineup is attributed to a number of exclusive

technological features, such as Honda’s Variable Valve Timing

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

high-performance Acura NSX sports car, VTEC® technology

has since been integrated into the designs of the BF225,

BF150 and BF90 marine engines, providing these models with

a blend of power, torque, and effi ciency at any speed.

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

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

Corrosion Protection System are just a few of the innovative

design components that combine to deliver outstanding

performance, fuel effi ciency and reliability.

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

engines purchased for recreational use. True 5 warranty

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

Honda Marine believes that ultra-low emissions levels are

essential to the protection of global waterways. In fact, Honda

Marine’s full line of current production models meets rigorous

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

ensuring their availability and regulatory compliance in all 50

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

current emissions standards from the U.S. Environmental

Protection Agency.

Honda’s clean, quiet and economical 4-stroke engines bathe

internal components in oil under constant pressure. Since

performance. innovation. ef ficiency.


4-stroke cylinders or pistons don’t have intake and exhaust

ports, they can run with tighter tolerances for longer life

than two-stroke cylinders.

BF40, BF50/60EFI, BF75/90

The following fi ve models can be used for either salt or

fresh water applications. They also feature the perfect

balance of powerful acceleration and fuel effi ciency, with

Electronic Fuel Injection. Honda’s patented Boosted Low

Speed Torque (BLAST) system advances ignition timing

for explosive “hammer-down” acceleration, while a Lean

Burn Control adjusts the air/fuel mixture for maximum

fuel effi ciency at cruise.

The BF40 and BF50 EFI redefi ne mid-range 4-stroke

performance. The duo has in-line 3-cylinder engines that

feature electronic fuel injection and other Honda-exclusive

technolgies. These are the lightest engines in their class,

with the 214-pound BF40 and BF50 EFI showcasing a

lightweight, 22-amp alternator that offers 17-amp charging

capacity for multiple electronic accessories.

The BF60 EFI combines performance, technology and fuel

effi ciency, and also has one of the lightest engines in its

class, the 239-pound BF60’s 998cc, in-line 3-cylinder engine.

Perfect for pontoon applications, the Power Thrust BFP60

EFI features a lightweight, 27-amp alternator with 22-amp

charging capacity for multiple electronic accessories.

The BF75 and BF90 are lightweight powerhouses. Inspired

by the engine architecture of Honda’s Fit automobile, the

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

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

System also keeps cylinders slightly cooler than the

engine block to promote the long-term durability of critical

components. Performance is further improved with Honda’s

Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control (VTEC®

-BF90), which provides outstanding torque and power at

higher rpm.

BF115

The new BF115 outboard engine, available in both 20- and

25-inch shaft models, allows boaters excellent fuel effi ciency,

low emissions and quiet operation via Honda’s 4-stroke

outboard engine technology.

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

dual overhead camshaft (DOHC) engine platform used in

Honda’s Accord automobile—the largest displacement

engine in its class.

Holeshot and acceleration are dramatically improved via the

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

ignition spark timing to within one degree of the knock limit

during “hammer down” acceleration. At that point, the Engine

Control Module (ECM) steps in to increase injector timing,

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

receives constant input from 18 different sensors to deliver

instant starts, smooth operation, strong performance and

excellent fuel effi ciency. Specifi cally, the BF115 reduces fuel

consumption by 19% compared with the previous model, per

Honda R&D internal testing data.

The resulting boost in available torque at low rpm contributes

to a strong holeshot to get the boat up on plane quickly. The

ignition spark timing is appropriately adjusted under slower

throttle advancement, resulting in a leaner air/fuel mix and

class-leading fuel effi ciency.

BF225

Honda Marine’s most powerful outboard engine is the

BF225. The 3.5-liter, 6-cylinder engines feature Variable

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

outstanding torque at any speed, while Honda’s patented

Boosted Low Speed Torque (BLAST) system contributes to

explosive holeshots.

Lean Burn Control automatically adjusts the air/fuel mix to

maximize power and improve fuel economy at cruise, while an

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

hondamarine.com


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

Being smart about your boating habits is the best way to

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

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

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

assessment and fi le a fl oat plan before you ever leave shore.

Education is important for every boater. Boating courses

are available everywhere, and include classroom and online

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

States Power Squadrons® and state boating agencies.

Advanced training in navigation, seamanship, boat handling,

and the weather is important to have before you venture into

open waters. Local knowledge and recommendations from

experienced captains who run offshore fi shing charters can

be valuable, as well.

Experienced boaters conduct a simple risk assessment

before each trip, considering all of the parameters: the boat,

the crew, the course and any potential hazards that may arise.

Of particular importance to offshore anglers is the weather,

because it can change dramatically in the time it takes a

small vessel to transit between home port and favorite fi shing

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

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

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

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

Filing a fl oat plan—like a pilot’s fl ight plan—is always a good

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

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

departure, the destination with coordinates, and the expected

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

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

Accidents are possible even with the best preparation,

however, so here’s your emergency gear shopping list:

✦ Get yourself an EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating

Radio Beacon). EPIRBs are available in a variety of models

and can be manually activated, or automatically activated,

when released from their storage bracket. Modern EPIRBs

not only provide a homing signal for rescue, but can also

EMERGENCY GEARANGLERS’ANGLERS’

Anglers down in the Gulf remember this tragic event: Three friends, two of them NFL players, were lost after their boat capsized during a fishing trip in March of 2009. A fourth was rescued after clinging to the hull in 63-degree water for almost two days. As an offshore angler, you would never want to find

yourself unprepared in such a desperate situation. Having essential emergency gear onboard can help you survive.


provide exact global positioning system coordinates. The job

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

the open ocean can be overwhelming; an EPIRB can make

the difference between days of searching or a speedy rescue.

The costs of today’s EPIRBs have become comparable with

that of the latest fi sh-fi nding equipment. Consider an EPIRB

as a piece of equipment as important as your fi sh fi nder: A

fi sh fi nder helps you locate fi sh; an EPIRB will help you be

located in an emergency.

✦ Provision your boat with life jackets that you and your

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

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

and can be comfortable enough to wear throughout an

offshore voyage. A life jacket helps protect a boater who

is thrown unexpectedly into the water or who is too hurt to

swim. Bright colors and personal signaling devices—such as

a signaling mirror, whistle, or day/night fl are in the pocket—

aid in recovery, too. A larger boat can even carry a small life

raft that can automatically deploy in the event of capsizing.

✦ Never depend upon cell phones for communication

offshore, as their signals rarely reach more than a few miles

from the coast. Instead, carry a good, marine-band VHF-FM

radio, and know how to use it.

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

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

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

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

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

sure to carry emergency food and water, enough to sustain

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

✦ Finally, as part of your situational awareness, remember

that federally-mandated requirements for safety equipment—

such as visual distress signals and life jackets—are

minimums. Consider the additional hazards that may present

themselves far from land and prepare accordingly.

While it can’t be said for certain that these preparations or

pieces of gear would save lives in an offshore emergency,

there is no question that responsible behaviors such as

taking a boating education course, conducting a risk

assessment and fi ling a fl oat plan, along with purchasing and

maintaining equipment like EPIRBs, can add to your safety no

matter when or where you boat.

The U.S. Coast Guard reminds all boaters to “Boat

Responsibly!” For more tips on boating safety, visit

www.uscgboating.org.


Great Lakes“WHALE BURPS” LANDING ON SUPERIOR’S SHOREWinds whipping around Duluth and Lake Superior

can produce “whale burps.” Also referred to as

surf balls, these oval, or round, bundles of fi brous

material periodically show up on coastlines

throughout the world.

Curious beachcomber Glenn Maxham of Duluth

brought two of these unusual balls into the Minnesota

Sea Grant offi ce for identifi cation. Grasses, twigs, and

partially degraded polymer mesh combined in the

shallows of Lake Superior to form Maxham’s plum-

sized “whale burps.”

Oregon Sea Grant writes that, although no formal

research has been done on these aquatic oddities,

theory suggests that as lost monofi lament (or, in this

case, strands of black plastic) rolls about in near-

shore waves, it gradually collects seaweed, pine

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

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

found surf balls made of fi ne, vegetative strands on Egyptian

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

Australian shores.

Despite the curio cabinet intrigue of fi nding a surf ball,

discarded and lost plastics damage aquatic environments

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

Environmental Research, Charles Moore of the Algalita Marine

Research Foundation reported that more than 260 marine

species ingest or have been entangled in plastic debris.

When these plastics break down, research has shown that

they can release the suspected carcinogen styrene monomer

and Bisphenol A, which has been proven to interfere with

reproduction. In 2006, the United Nations Environment

Program estimated that 46,000 pieces of plastic fl oat in every

square mile of ocean.

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

is coming of age this boating season and must be certifi ed

to operate any powerboat greater than 10 horsepower on

state waterways, according to the Ohio Department of Natural

Resources (ODNR), Division of Watercraft.

Ohioans turning 29 years old this year and those who are

younger are required to comply with a mandatory boater

education law that has been in effect since Jan. 1, 2000. The

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

proof that they have successfully completed an approved

boating safety education course, if they operate any powered

watercraft greater than 10 horsepower on a state waterway.

The law includes those who operate personal watercraft,

rental power craft and persons 18 years of age and older who

supervise youth powerboat operators.

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

boating safety education cards certifying the successful

completion of a classroom, online or home study course

of instruction approved by the National Association of

State Boating Law Administrators. Among this record total

were 10,864 Ohioans, or 76%, who were required by the

mandatory boater education law to attain their boating safety

education cards.

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

improved boating equipment designs, marine law

enforcement, education and public awareness programs, the

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

2001 to 2010, compared to the previous decade.

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MAJOR BOATING GRANT TO SUPPORT TRANSIENT BOAT DOCK The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Boating Infrastructure

Grant (BIG) Program will fund a transient boat dock, which

will be located at the existing Schweibert Riverfront Park in

the city of Rock Island, Ill., situated at the midpoint between

St. Louis, Mo., and St. Paul, Minn., on the Mississippi River.

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources, in cooperation

with the city of Rock Island, will receive $1.5 million and

match that amount with $565,000 to add a fl oating dock

system that will accommodate 23 transient boating slips.

The Mississippi River is a major attraction for tourists and

recreational boaters from St. Paul, Minn., St. Louis and

other nearby metropolitan areas, that serves as a critical

transportation link for commercial barge traffi c. The new

transient dock in the city of Rock Island can accommodate

more visitors, and thus generate economic benefi ts for the

local community and its residents.

Funding for the BIG Program comes from the Sport Fishing

and Boating Trust Fund, formerly known as the Aquatic

Resources Trust Fund, which boaters and manufacturers

support through excise and other taxes on certain fi shing and

boating equipment and boat fuels.

Grantees use BIG funds to construct, renovate, and maintain

facilities with features for transient boats (those staying 10

days or less) that are 26 feet or more in length and used for

recreation. Grantees may also use funds to produce and

distribute information and educational materials about the

program and recreational boating.

fws.gov

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

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

fundraiser for the Alliance for the Great Lakes. Climb aboard

the Columbia Yacht Club’s Abegweit ship, anchored in

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

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

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

backdrop of the Chicago skyline.

greatlakes.org/taste2011

LAKE HURON LEVELS PREDICTED TO DROP MORE THAN USUAL

This summer, Lake Huron’s water level could sink by up to 12 inches, a drop that would affect boaters and shipping in both

Canada and the United States.

Bryan MacKenzie, commodore of the Sarnia Yacht Club, said that this change would be due to moisture being drawn off the

lake by powerful winter storms. “Water levels do look low. Certainly, lower than normal,” he said.

Each spring, the club dredges the main passage to Lake Huron from its harbor. Water levels affect this process, and 12

regulatory agencies must approve it, MacKenzie said.

Lake Huron was 569 feet deep last summer, and, if the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has made a recent, correct prediction,

the depth could decrease at most to 568 feet, or between seven and 12 inches.

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NMMA TO PRODUCE SHOWThe National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) will produce the annual Rosemont Sportfi shing, Travel & Outdoors

Show at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Ill., from Jan. 25 to 29, 2012. These were formerly the dates of

America’s Outdoor Show.

With the addition of the Rosemont Sportfi shing, Travel & Outdoors Show, the NMMA will produce the Chicagoland area’s three

leading boat and sport shows, including the Chicago Boat, Sports and RV Show (formerly the Chicago Boat, RV & Outdoors

Show) and Strictly Sail Chicago, creating three distinct, outdoor, recreational shows in the Chicago market.

With the production of the Rosemont Sportfi shing, Travel and Outdoors Show, the NMMA now owns and produces a total of 18

consumer boat and sport shows throughout the United States.

nmma.org

RECORD HIGH FOR OHIO REGISTRATIONS Despite a sluggish economy, Ohioans pushed state

watercraft registrations to a record high for the second year

in a row, according to the Division of Watercraft of the Ohio

Department of Natural Resources (ODNR).

Ohio posted a record 424,700 registered watercraft,

signifi cantly higher than the previous record of 419,364

reported in 2009. The totals do not include more than 6,400

additional watercraft, which are mostly canoes and kayaks,

and were registered through commercial liveries.

Counties with the highest number of watercraft registrations

last year remained unchanged from 2010 and include

Franklin, Cuyahoga, Summit, Hamilton and Montgomery.

Among Ohio’s registered watercraft, according to the Division

of Watercraft:

• 316,220 (74%) were registered powerboats and personal

watercraft

• 89,859 (21%) were canoes/kayaks

• 11,616 (2.7%) were rowboats, and

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

During the past decade, the number of Ohio-registered

canoes and kayaks more than doubled, from 44,198 in

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

of Watercraft also reports that the number of watercraft,

mostly canoes and kayaks, included in commercial livery

registrations increased from 5,282 in 2001 to 6,416 in 2010.

Recreational boating has an economic impact on Ohio, which

is estimated at $3.5 billion yearly, supporting the equivalent

of more than 26,000 full-time jobs, according to a 2007 Great

Lakes Commission study. An estimated 3 million Ohioans

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

all Ohio residents (48%) have participated in recreational

boating at least once in their lifetime, according to an Ohio

State University study.

www.ohiodnr.com/watercraft

FREE HELICOPTER SHOOT EVENTOn Saturday, July 9, at noon CST, the Mariner Network Yacht Sales (MNYS) will be conducting

their third Courtesy Helicopter Shoot. All area boaters from Chicago, Ill., to St. Joseph, Mich.,

are welcome to attend. All attending participants will be provided with free aerial pictures of their

vessels at no expense. The event will take place one-half-mile offshore, on the Indiana/Michigan

state line. MNYS will be using VHF Channel 69.

themarinernetwork.com


TOURS RESUMEThe Door County Maritime Museum has

resumed tours of the tug John Purves in

Sturgeon Bay, and a daily tour schedule begins

in May.

The 149-foot vessel has proven to be a popular

attraction since opening to the public in August

of 2008, following a fi ve-year restoration

project. Many of the volunteers who completed

the restoration are members of the docent team

that conducts the 45-minute tours.

Built in 1919 and christened the Butterfi eld, the

tug has a colorful past that even included World

War II duty in the Aleutian Islands. The tug

made its way to Sturgeon Bay in 1956 when the

Roen Steamship Company purchased it. The

vessel was eventually sold, but it carries the

Roen colors and has been outfi tted to appear

much as it did while Roen operated it in the

1950s and 60s. Capt. John Roen, company owner, renamed the tug in honor of his long-time employee and general manager.

The cost of the tour is included in the $12.50 admission fee to the museum, or is also offered separately for $6. The museum is

located at 120 N. Madison Ave., between the two downtown bridges on Sturgeon Bay’s West Side.

(920) 743-5958 // dcmm.org

Gov. Pat Quinn signed an executive order on Dec. 10, 2010,

to establish the Illinois Coastal Management Program (ICMP)

within the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR).

Through this federally-funded program, the state of Illinois

will receive $2 million annually from the National Oceanic and

Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to improve northeastern

Illinois’ economy and create jobs by protecting the state’s

coastal resources along Lake Michigan.

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

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

on Lake Michigan. It will also help

municipalities develop plans to

restore and sustain shorelines.

Some of the ICMP’s goals

include supporting local, state

and federal partnerships as

agencies work to manage coastal

resources; developing strategies

to mitigate and adapt to climate

change; developing long-term

solutions to address toxins

and invasive species; working

to expand the use of green infrastructure to control storm

water, promote groundwater recharge and reduce fl ooding;

and helping communities to identify opportunities for water-

related economic development.

Gov. Quinn also announced that Illinois will receive a

$2.5 million grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection

Agency to continue the cleanup of Waukegan Harbor, and

to implement habitat restoration programs along the Lake

Michigan shoreline in northeast Illinois.

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BIGHEAD ASIAN CARP DEEMED “INJURIOUS”

In mid-March, an addition was made to the federal injurious

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

species causing problems in the Great Lakes, the bighead is

the worst. This species reaches a large size by feeding on the

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

plankton, which other fi sh, including yellow perch and walleye,

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

recreational and commercial fi shing industry. The bighead

already feature prominently in the Illinois River, and are linked

to Lake Michigan by the Chicago Sanitary & Ship Canal. This

type of listing “means the species has been demonstrated

to be harmful to either the health and welfare of humans,

interests of forestry, agriculture, or horticulture, or the welfare

and survival of wildlife or the resources that wildlife depend

upon,” states the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS).

By adding the bighead Asian carp to the wildlife list, the Lacey

Act makes it illegal “to import or transport live bighead carp,

including viable eggs or hybrids of the species, across state

lines,” according to the USFWS.

However, “for zoological, education, medical or scientifi c

purposes,” permit exceptions may be made, the

USFWS states.

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

as injurious wildlife. The black, largescale silver and other

silver Asian carp were added to the list in 2007.

FishingNATIONAL FISHING & BOATING WEEKFrom June 4 to 12, National Fishing and

Boating Week (NFBW) will take place.

The Recreational Boating & Fishing

Foundation coordinates this national

celebration of boating and fi shing. During

the fi rst complete week of June, NFBW

will occur, and coincide with free fi shing

days in most states, which, in general,

allow participants to fi sh license-free.

Throughout the United States,

thousands of sites will promote

boating and fi shing by hosting events.

If interested, take advantage of this

opportunity to spread awareness of, or

participation in, a particular group, or to

increase sales at a store. The foundation

helps individuals to achieve these goals

by doing the following: 1. Providing

event-planning resources for free,

including suggestions for organizing

logistics and ideas for identifying and

mobilizing sponsors and partners in

the area; and 2. Promoting any events

that interested individuals register on

the TakeMeFishing web site for families,

through a public relations campaign for

the National Fishing and Boating Week.

Visit the RBFF web site for more

information.

rbff.org // takemefishing.org

LAKE ERIE FISHING MORE OF A PROBLEMGreat Lakes fi shing has become more diffi cult, due to algae

and the increasing cost of fuel.

Other factors contributing to the diffi culty include the 4%

reduction in the legal catch limit for yellow perch in Lake Erie,

and the nearly 33% increase in the catch limit for walleye, as

determined by a board of fi ve fi shing managers.

The board is the Lake Erie Committee, which includes

members from Michigan, New York, Ohio, Ontario and

Pennsylvania. Its diffi cult job is to attempt to please a wide

variety of Canadian and U.S. fi shermen.

Crews catching fi sh from the Canadian side of Lake Erie

mainly drop trawl nets, and are employed by a commercial

company working for retail supermarkets and restaurants.

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

are sport fi shermen, using rods from pleasure boats, bridges

or shorelines, and aiming to catch individual walleye and

yellow perch. These different starting points, combined with

catch limits across the lake, for only walleye and yellow perch,

create competing interests.

There are now 28% fewer yellow perch than there were in

2010, or 130 million, according to an estimate by a Lake Erie

Committee task force. This led the board to drop the catch

limit in 2011, to 12.6 million from 13.1 million. In addition, the

board raised the walleye catch limit to 2.9 million this year,

from 2.2 million.

The lake committee uses mathematical formulas and

complicated biological data to establish the limits each year.

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SALMON-A-RAMAMark your calendars for July 9

through July 17, 2011, when the

2011 Salmon-A Rama will take

place at the Racine, Wis. lake-

front. If you have any comments or

suggestions to be considered for

the 2011 event, tell the organizers

by posting in the forum section of

the Salmon Unlimited Wisconsin web site.

Each day, a $250 cash prize will be awarded to the contestant who

catches the largest “Featured Fish”: chinook salmon on July 9,

coho salmon on July 10, brown trout on July 11, rainbow trout on

July 12, lake trout on July 13, brown trout on July 14, coho salmon

on July 15, chinook salmon again on July 16, and any species on

July 17.

Salmon Unlimited Wisconsin, a Racine-based organization

dedicated to the betterment of Lake Michigan, its fi shing,

tributaries, and shoreline, took over the day-to-day operations of

the tournament and activities in 2010.

Purchase tickets online through July 15 at http://salmon-a-rama.

com/registration.php. Tickets that are purchased after midnight

on July 9 are subject to a $5 late registration fee, as well as a

mandatory, 24-hour cool-down period before weigh-in is allowed.

salmon-a-rama.com // salmonunlimitedwisconsin.com

TAKEMEFISHING.ORG HOTSPOTS MAP The Recreational Boating & Fishing

Foundation (RBFF) in mid-March

announced that its TakeMeFishing.

org Hotspots Map is now featured

on 18 consumer web sites, and the

number of companies wanting to

use it is growing. The embeddable

map was originally created as

part of RBFF’s unprecedented

data project to improve boating

and fi shing access information on

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

stakeholder sites as possible to help motivate participation in

the sport.

“We don’t want anyone to miss out on this important project

that makes it easier for people to get out on the water boating

and fi shing,” said RBFF President and CEO Frank Peterson.

Research shows that most participants want to fi nd a place

to boat and fi sh close to home, within 30 to 60 minutes away.

RBFF has collected more than 65,000 boating and fi shing

locations and is currently adding

them to the Hotspots Map for users.

“We’re committed to collecting

as many locations as possible

and making them available on

TakeMeFishing.org, so people can

easily plan for a day on the water,”

Peterson said.

The Kansas Department of Wildlife

& Parks was the fi rst state partner

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

partners, including BASS, BoatUS, Discovery Education,

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

are also using it. Most recently, the Outdoor Channel

incorporated the Hotspots Map on its web site, in addition

to Pure Fishing, which added the map to nine of its brand

sites: Abu Garcia, Berkley, Fenwick, Mitchell, Penn, Pfl ueger,

Shakespeare, Spiderwire and Stren.

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


SUNSET HARBOUR YACHT CLUB REDEFINES MIAMI BEACH LUXURY

Nestled on two acres along Biscayne Bay, just a mile and a half

north of Government Cut, Sunset Harbour Yacht Club (SHYC),

located in Miami Beach, Fla., features fi xed, concrete docks

and 125 deepwater slips with 10-foot depths to accommodate

sport cruisers and sail boats from 45 to 160 feet in length, and

catamarans and mega yachts with heights of up to 65 feet.

Celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2011, SHYC features

an equity club membership program where owners and

shareholders share a piece of the prime, waterfront real

estate. In addition to their wet slip and a gated, covered

parking space, new buyers are granted membership

privileges including the use of a private fi tness center, a

heated, Olympic-size pool, electrical, fresh water, phone,

internet digital satellite TV and a personal dock box.

“We are seeing sales recover as slip ownership regains market

appeal for luxury boat owners tired of leasing,” said Ginger

Hornaday, Broker Associate with ONE Sotheby’s International

Realty. “Interested buyers looking for a secure home for their

vessel covet the convenience of slip ownership as well as the

privacy and fi ve-star amenities that SHYC has to offer.”

In the heart of South Beach, SHYC lies within walking distance

of a number of fi ne restaurants, Miami Beach Golf Club and

the popular shopping destination of Lincoln Road. Designated

a clean marina, SHYC is full-service with restrooms, showers,

laundry facilities and dry cleaning pick up and drop off.

SHYC was voted best marina of Miami Beach in 2008, 2009

and 2010 by the U.S. Local Business Association.

http://sunsetharbouryc.com

YACHT CLUB PROFILE: OCONTO YACHT CLUBThe Oconto Yacht Club (OYC) was established on Dec. 14,

1947, and is located on the Oconto River on the western

shore of Green Bay, Wis., about 10 minutes upriver from

the bay. OYC is situated on nine acres in a park-like setting.

All slips have plenty of “green space,” and most have trees

close to the slips. The OYC has a fi repit on the river side to

enjoy evenings socializing, and an outside grill for cookouts.

This is a nicely sheltered club with a well-supplied

clubhouse for its members. Amenities include a kitchen,

lounge area, showers, and a fully-stocked bar. The

clubhouse is available to members to use for weddings,

birthdays, or other celebrations. OYC schedules several

boating trips annually, and seeks to add new destinations

or change some cruises. OYC is a family-oriented club that

welcomes children and pets. Kids, grandkids and other family

members are allowed to camp for the weekend.

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

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

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

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

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

The club also owns a dredge that ensures the channel and

lagoon are kept at a minimum depth of fi ve feet.

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

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

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

boats, a travel lift and a gin pole.

You’ll enjoy the friendships you develop here.

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

the Racine Yacht Club was awarded the Wisconsin Clean

Marina certifi cation. As a Certifi ed Clean Marina, the Racine

Yacht Club has agreed to adhere to Best Management

Practices (BMP) as developed by University of Wisconsin Sea

Grant Institute, UW-Extension Solid and Hazardous Waste

Center with support from the Wisconsin Coastal Management

Program. The marina association is administering the

certifi cation program. The BMPs were developed over the last

two years to guide marinas and yacht clubs in sustainable

environmental practices.

The Racine Yacht Club is the fi rst yacht club to join the ranks

of 10 other Certifi ed Clean Marinas throughout Wisconsin.

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

wisconsincleanmarina.org

DETROIT YACHT CLUB SPONSORS APBA GOLD CUP

The Detroit Yacht Club (DYC) has been named the Presenting Sponsor

of the 2011 Detroit American Power Boat Association (APBA) Gold

Cup Races, which are scheduled to take place from July 8 to 10 on

the Detroit River.

As Presenting Sponsor, the DYC will lead the fundraising efforts for

the event, including seeking businesses, individuals and clubs to help

preserve one of the oldest, ongoing events in the city.

The Gold Cup is considered the oldest contested motorsports

trophy in the world, with Detroit hosting the longest running, yearly

hydroplane race in the world. The race will be held at the Detroit River

racecourse, an oval-shaped course just north of the Belle Isle Bridge.

The three-day event will feature a “free Friday” with no admission

charge. In addition to the unlimited hydroplanes, vintage race boats, superlight tunnel boats and offshore race boats will be

featured. The U.S. Navy’s West Coast Super Hornet Demo Team will be returning this year, performing fl ight demonstrations with

one of the Armed Forces’ most impressive aircraft, the FA-18.

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BOATING RESTRICTED AT PORTAGE MARINABoaters using Portage Marina along

Burns Ditch in Portage, Ind., will

notice extra activity as the Indiana

Department of Transportation (INDOT)

continues work this spring on a bridge

maintenance project.

Cofferdams, which are enclosures

which allow water to be pumped out to

create a dry work environment, have

been constructed around all the bridge

piers. Boaters will still have a 35-foot

access lane through the work zone,

but the waterway is restricted. INDOT

is working with the Port Authority,

the Coast Guard and the marina to

maintain safety on this project, which is

expected to last through July.

MarinasReduced seasonal slip rates and a three-nights-for-the-price-

of-two transient special beckon boaters this season to one of

west Michigan’s best kept secrets—the White Lake Municipal

Marina (WLMM) in picturesque Whitehall, Mich., on White Lake.

The city-owned municipal marina offers 50 slips, 30 of which

are transient. The seasonal slip rates have been reduced

to be more comparable to other, similarly-sized marinas in

the state. Seasonal boaters at the WLMM will also receive

four complimentary tickets to the Howmet Playhouse.

Additionally, during the 2011 season, transient boaters who

pay for two consecutive dockage nights at the marina will

receive the third consecutive night free of charge.

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

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

available for marina patrons this year. WLMM is a short

walk to many shops and restaurants and is adjacent to the

White Lake Pathway, which connects to the Hart-Montague

bike trail.

Set your Lake Michigan course for White Lake and the deal of

the 2011 boating season. The White Lake Municipal Marina is

staffed Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. To reserve

a seasonal or transient slip, call the White Lake Municipal

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

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

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

cityofwhitehall.org //whitelake.org

BOAT RAMP PROJECTS RECEIVE NEEDED REPAIRS

IMPROVEMENTS PLANNED FOR SISTER BAY MARINA

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), Division of

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

repairs and maintenance at 14 sites statewide this spring.

Funding is provided through the Waterways Safety Fund,

which consists of monies paid by boaters for watercraft

registration and titling fees, federal grants and a small share

of the state motor fuel tax (0.875%).

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

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

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

available online.

ohiodnr.com

Sister Bay Marina, located in the Village

of Sister Bay, Wis., plans to enlarge and

improve its current marina, by adding

the Al Johnson Marina to its property

recently, and, earlier, buying the

neighboring property, Casperson.

Plans call for an increased number of

public slips, a stop-and-go dock to

allow boaters to moor while visiting the

village, and more boat rentals available

to the public. A connecting structure

will include tables and benches on a

large deck. Park land will be on the

street side, helping to create a south

end with picnic and beach areas,

and a north end with a public beach

and waterfront.

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MARINA RATES TO RISE DURING COAST GUARD FESTIVAL WEEK

CORNUCOPIA HARBOR MARINA IMPROVEMENTSIn the far north reaches of Bayfi eld County, Wis., the small, neighboring communities of Bell and Cornucopia may soon

make improvements to the two marinas located in Cornucopia Harbor.

Bell is seeking bids for dredging approximately 3,000 cubic yards from its marina. Plans are also underway to create public

access to the outer breakwater that shelters the entrance to Cornucopia’s harbor. If the project is approved, the inner break

wall would acquire a hard-surface, ADA-accessible path.

Recreational boaters will be spending a bit more for dockage

at the Grand Haven Municipal Marina during the Coast Guard,

then put a period after demand.

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

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

These fees will be effective for Coast Guard week, which runs

from July 31 through Aug. 7. City offi cials estimate that the

increase will bring in an additional $3,400 to the city.

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

the rest of the current boating season.

Sandy Katt, Grand Haven Community Affairs Manager,

states that the marina earns approximately $60,000 each

year. However, recent improvements have resulted in a

$700,000 interfund debt that is to be paid back during the

next 10 years. Once the debt is retired, the marina will be at

a break-even point.


CruisingThe Great Lakes Cruising Club (GLCC)

will hold its 2011 Rendezvous from July

9 to 13 at Gore Bay on Manitoulin Island

in Ontario, Canada.

A full schedule of activities and social

gatherings includes seminars, Port

Captains’ Meeting, ice cream social,

ship’s store, fl eet review, Commodore’s

reception, volleyball tournament, RC

boat races, bilge auction, dressing ship,

and Commodore’s Dinner.

There are two well-maintained tennis courts just steps away from the docks, game fi shing is accessible, and just outside of town

is a challenging nine-hole golf course.

Most GLCC members will come to the Rendezvous by boat, car or RV, but it’s also possible to reach Gore Bay by personal plane

or air charter company. The Gore Bay-Manitoulin Airport is a certifi ed, year-round service-oriented facility just minutes away

from the harbor.

glcclub.com

GREAT LAKES CRUISING CLUB RENDEZVOUS

This summer, the S/V Denis Sullivan will be conducting a

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

begin at Manitowoc, continue through Two Rivers, Kewaunee

and Algoma, and end in Sturgeon Bay.

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

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

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

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

From Manitowoc, the ship will travel along Wisconsin’s

Schooner Coast, stopping overnight in Kewaunee, Wis., on

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

Door County Maritime Museum in Sturgeon Bay, Wis. From

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

sit back, relax and enjoy the uninterrupted beauty of Lake

Michigan and its coast.

(866) 724-2356 // [email protected]

LAKE ERIE INTERCLUB CRUISE

WISCONSIN’S SCHOONER COAST VOYAGE

Boats from the United States and Canada will once again participate in the Lake Erie Interclub Cruise that will be held from

June 25 to 29. The series provides fi ve days of sailboat racing and cruising as the entrants race from port to port. In addition,

the regatta provides time to experience the conviviality of the participating clubs, as well as the opportunity to discover the

pleasures of each port.

The organizing authority is the Lake Erie Interclub Cruise Committee that is represented by the following clubs: Buffalo Yacht

Club, Buffalo Canoe Club, Dunkirk Yacht Club, Erie Yacht Club, Sugarloaf Sailing Club, Buffalo Harbor Sailing Club and the

Port Dover Yacht Club. The 2011 event will be governed by the rules as defi ned in the ISAF Racing Rules of Sailing (2009-2012),

which can be found at www.sailing.org the Sailing Instructions and its attachments.

erieinterclub.com


Lake Effect Boat Week is scheduled to be held in Muskegon, Mich., from Aug. 15

to 21. Join the attempt to make Western Michigan and Muskegon Lake the raft-up

capital of the world and break last year’s record of 1,651 boats that gathered at

Cumberland Lake, Ky.

On Saturday, Aug. 20 (back-up date Aug. 21), boaters are expected to gather from

across the area by land and by lake. Boaters from the ports of West Michigan,

Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin and beyond are invited to show the pride and

camaraderie of the entire Lake Michigan region.

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

the Muskegon Channel.

Muskegon Lake is the region’s largest full-speed lake, with public and private marinas providing thousands of boat slips and

offering a range of products and services, including boater-friendly restaurants.

lakeeffectboating.com

LAKE EFFECT’S RAFT-UP

The 24th Annual Whitefi sh Chain Antique and Classic Wood

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

Minn. Activities will be held at the Moonlite Bay Family

Restaurant and Bar, at the intersection of CR 16 and 66.

This show promotes fun, relaxation, and a fl y-by that

follows the boat show. During the event, attendees will

enjoy the company of fellow skippers and fi rst mates, liquid

refreshments, outdoor grilling and entertainment.

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

whitefishchainboatshow.com

ANTIQUE & CLASSIC WOOD BOAT RENDEZVOUS

MARINEMAX CRUISING NEAR AND FARJoin MarineMax Ohio from July 12 to 17 for a 5-night, fun-fi lled getaway to places near or around St. Clair Lake and River. There

will be a stop at a different place each day. Places to be visited include Windsor, Ontario; Grosse Pointe Yacht Club, Grosse

Pointe Shores, Mich.; Algonac, Mich.; and more. There will be activities for the whole family. For more information or to RSVP,

call Heidi Biglin at (419) 797-4492 or e-mail [email protected].

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

Fishing, diving, snorkeling and just about any water sports activity you can think of are available in the waters of Bimini. Slips

are limited. Contact Dan Aultman for more information, [email protected] or (772) 287-4495.


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On March 7, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Auxiliary National

Commodore Jim Vass signed the Strategic Plan of the

National Recreational Boating Safety Program for 2012

to 2016. Vass joined representatives of 20 major boating

and water safety organizations from around the country in

signing the document at the International Boating and Water

Safety Summit.

The plan outlines key performance goals and objectives

necessary to reduce recreational boating fatalities and

injuries during the next fi ve years.

During 2009, 736 boaters died in accidents and another 3,358

were injured. The plan for 2012 to 2016 outlines 11 objectives

and supporting strategies aimed at developing a “robust safety

culture” among the boating public through a combination of

educational outreach, regulation and enforcement.

The 11 objectives identifi ed in the plan target are: safety

education certifi cates and course completions, boating safety

outreach, advanced and/or on-the-water skills-based boating

education, life jacket wear, operator compliance, navigation

rules, boating under the infl uence, manufacturer compliance,

operator compliance with USCG-required safety equipment,

boating accident reporting, research and development and

effectiveness of non-profi t organization grants.

cgaux.org

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

Nearly 13 million registered boaters in the United States

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

their preparations, boaters would benefi t from making sure

that they have the latest National Oceanic and Atmospheric

Administration (NOAA) nautical charts on hand to avoid

groundings or accidents while navigating along the coast.

With modern technological advancements,

obtaining the latest chart is easier—and more

important—than ever.

Because storms alter sea fl oors, and water

depths constantly change due to shifting shoals

and submerged hazards, NOAA’s Offi ce of

Coast Survey is charged with maintaining the

nation’s suite of more than 1,000 nautical charts,

covering about 3.5 million square nautical miles

of ocean coasts and the Great Lakes.

NOAA updates its charts weekly using

hydrographic survey data that is collected by

the agency, along with the most current U.S.

Coast Guard Local Notice to Mariners, National

Geospatial-Intelligence Agency Notice to

Mariners, and other critical safety information

reported by commercial mariners or other sources.

Recreational boaters may also submit information or chart

discrepancies through the Offi ce of Coast Survey’s web site.

allianceforsafenavigation.org // nauticalcharts.noaa.gov/pod/POD.htm

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Cruisers Yachts, a manufacturer of luxury yachts, has been

awarded a Best of the Year award by MotorBoating in the

category of Interior Design for its 48 Cantius Sports Coupe.

The new model couples the elegance of a mega yacht with

the practicality of an express hull and marks the beginning of

a new era for Cruisers Yachts.

Each February, MotorBoating selects an exclusive group

of boats, electronics, engines and gear that enhance and

change the landscape of the boating industry. “The Cruisers

Yachts team succeeded in bringing innovation to the market

with the 48 Cantius, and the open style of the interior will

likely defi ne a new generation of sports coupe models,” said

Pierce Hoover, editor of MotorBoating.

The 48 Cantius is the fi rst of a new line of models. Cruiser

Yachts has announced that renderings for a 41-foot model

will be introduced in July 2011. The company has seen an

increase in sales at both the wholesale and retail levels since

the debut of the new yacht.

In addition to the MotorBoating award, the 48 Cantius was

named “Queen” of the 81st Annual Chicago Boat, RV &

Outdoors Show that was held from Jan. 12 to 16.

cruisersyachts.com


CRUISERS YACHTS AWARDED BEST INTERIOR

FUELING YOUR BOATHere are some precautions to follow when fueling your boat:

• Close all of the windows and doors before refueling.

• Frequently check fuel lines and connections for leaks and

worn spots.

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

• When gasoline passes through the hose, it generates

static electricity. If that “sparks” with the fumes at the fuel

tank fi ll point, an explosion can occur. To dissipate the

static electricity, keep the metal nozzle of the hose in

contact with the metal part of the refueling opening.

• Try not to spill any fuel during the process.

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

• Open up all windows and doors to ventilate.

• If you have inboard or inboard/outboard engines, run the

bilge blower. Run the fan for at least fi ve minutes. (It’s a

good idea to run this blower before ANY engines start,

since even a small leak can produce lots of fumes.)

• NO SMOKING!

Use your nose! If you smell gas, shut everything down and

fi nd the source.

Boats less than 26 feet must have at least one B-1

extinguisher. Boats between 26 feet and less than 40 feet

must have two B-1s or one B-2. When buying extinguishers,

purchase the ones that have “ABC” printed on them. They will

put out combustible material and liquids, such as gasoline

or grease, and electrical fi res. The number indicates the

capacity—II is larger than I. As to how many and what size

to buy, more and larger is the way to go. Make sure fi re

extinguishers are Coast Guard-approved.

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

international crew of disabled athletes in the Americas Cup,

the most prestigious competition in international yachting. The

goal was to raise between $6 and $10 million by the March 31

deadline for entry fees. The Americas Cup will be held in San

Francisco in 2013, but the World Series begins in June.

Lynn Fitzpatrick, Argo Challenge communications & marketing

director, made the announcement from Shake-a-Leg Miami,

the host of three Paralympic sailing disciplines during the

Rolex Miami Olympic Classes Regatta. “Let’s change the

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

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

The Argo Challenge marks a milestone in sport and social values,

said Argo Challenge President Antonio Spinelli from Turin, Italy.

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

Two-time Olympic Bronze medalist and Argo skipper, Lars

Grael, will be joined on board by 10 other Argonauts: talented

sailors and cross-trained competitive athletes from at least six

countries, including Brazil, England, France, Germany, Ireland

and the United States.


Sailing

SAILORS UNITE AT SAILING SPOKEN HERE Mariners everywhere have a new global port to call home: Sailing Spoken Here has set

sail to become the premier online network for sailors to congregate offshore. Created

by Mount Gay Rum, a longtime sponsor of regattas worldwide, Sailing Spoken Here is

designed to appeal to every rank of boater, from weekend yachtsmen to competitive

racers. Sailors can celebrate every facet of the sport, connect with fellow enthusiasts,

argue a protest, replay a race move, upload regatta pictures and even fi nd a crew.

Founded in 1703, Mount Gay Rum became an integral part of the sailing community

more than three centuries ago. Early sailors would bring home a cask of rum as proof that they had been to Barbados. In more

modern times, Mount Gay’s commitment to regattas, events and sponsorships within the sailing world have earned considerable

brand loyalty, so much so that the “Mount Gay red cap,” presented only to sailors who complete a race, has become a symbol and

a trophy of victory.

sailingspokenhere.com

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

registrations until July 1 for the 87th Bayview

Mackinac Race that will sail from Port Huron to

Mackinac Island.

“We have updated our web site to make it easier

for skippers to register online and Bayview has

standardized entrance fees to make it more

affordable for this year’s participants,” said Charlie

Elmer, 2011 Bayview Mackinac Race Chairman.

The web site also features the updated Mackinac Safety

Regulations for race participants, the offi cial Notice of Race

rules and regulations and the standardized entry fee of $13 per

foot for each sailboat, based-on the boat length overall.

Some 200 to 250 boats are expected to participate in the annual

race that will begin on Saturday, July 23. Each year the Bayview

race alternates with the Chicago Yacht Club on

which race is held fi rst, so members of each club

can participate in the other’s regatta. Chicago

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

“Another new feature for 2011 is we are allowing

all sailboats—cruising or racing— to enter the

shore course. From its traditional start in Lake

Huron near Port Huron, the sailboats will head

due north on two separate courses. The shorter

course is called the Shore Course and runs

252 statute miles along the Michigan shoreline. The race also

features a longer, 298-mile course called Cove Island that

takes the typically larger boats into Canadian waters before

heading toward Mackinac Island,” Elmer said.

Contact the BYC for full race information.

byc.com

Sailors for the Sea, the only ocean conservation nonprofi t

focused on the sailing and boating community, introduces its

“Salty Dog” membership, which allows dog owners to register

their dogs as Sailors for the Sea supporters.

The 12-month membership gives seafaring canines the

opportunity to display their love of the ocean and support

ocean conservation. Each month, the Sailors for the Sea

newsletter and web site will feature a Salty Dog and their

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

owners can help spread the word about ocean conservation.

Each ‘Salty Dog’ owner will enjoy full membership benefi ts,

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

Atlantis WeatherGear merchandise, and 30% discounts on all

ePaint products.

Registration is easy. Visit http://sailorsforthesea.org/

Membership/salty-dog-membership.aspx, select “Salty

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

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

with the membership confi rmation, registrants will receive

a questionnaire about their dog and water lifestyle. Once

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

Dog” profi le will be developed.

sailorsforthesea.org

SAILORS FOR THE SEA’S ‘SALTY DOG’ MEMBERSHIP


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

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

movement to foster youth opportunities in offshore racing as

they will do aboard the STP65 Vanquish, which will compete

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

Around Block Island Race; the Annapolis to Newport Race;

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

and the Rolex Fastnet Race.

The age range for AAOT was modeled on the age cutoff for

the Volvo Ocean Race with nine sailors between the ages of

18 and 30, who were selected to join the AAOT Management

Team. The 2011 All-American Offshore Team represents nine

different states with an onboard average age of 23.

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

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

participate in the Safety at Sea Seminar and begin their

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

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

Race, followed by an offshore training session, which will

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

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

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

of Famers” with The National Sailing Center & Hall of

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

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

nominations. The future Hall of Famers will be American

citizens, 45 years of age and older, who have made signifi cant

impacts on the growth and development of the sport in the

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

coaching and administration, among others. Non-citizens

may also be nominated if they have infl uenced the sport in

the United States, and posthumous nominations will also be

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

the inductees for 2011 determined by late August. To make a

nomination, visit: http://nominate.nshof.org.

The historic fi rst group of NSHOF inductees will be honored

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

at the San Diego Yacht Club in California. The undertaking

to recognize Americans who have made outstanding

contributions to the sport of sailing is central to the mission

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

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

historic waterfront of Annapolis, Md. A selection committee

appointed by NSHOF will include representatives from

the national governing body, the sailing media, the sailing

industry, community sailing, a maritime museum and NSHOF

founding yacht clubs.

nshof.org

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SEBAGO TRITON SPORTThe Sebago Triton Sport is a summer, casual sneaker that

is stylish and sporty. This athletically-inspired shoe makes

the most of premium, full-grain and nubuck leather. A nylon

shank offers support alongside other comfort features that

include a lightweight EVA midsole. Sebago® Triton™ rubber

cup sole provides exceptional, no-slip stepping. Available in

sizes 7 through 12 and 13 in medium.

$100 // (866) 699-7367 // sebago.com

THE LAW The Launch and Walk System will help prevent the

slip-and-fall injuries that frequently accompany the

manual launch of a small-to-medium boat from a

shallow, murky access ramp, into the water. This high-

strength, easy-to-use trailer application allows a boat

owner to launch the boat while remaining dry. A mostly

aluminum mechanism capable of supporting up to 300

pounds, it is attached near the hitch, via a spring-

loaded, steel pin.

$695 // (586) 585-1552 // theLAWsystem.com

POWERMONKEY-EXPLORERThe Powermonkey-eXplorer is a small, powerful, solar-powered

electronic gadget charger. There are so many gadgets

to charge on a boat trip—including music players, global

positioning systems, iPhones and game players—that it’s

useful for the sun to take the pressure off the power outlets

connected to the boat’s battery.

$109.95 // (877) 886-2646 // stuf fjunction.com


TUMMY TAMERRelieving the disagreeable effects of rough waters,

bumpy roads, rocking trains, turbulent fl ights and

spinning Ferris wheels, the convenient Queaz-Away

Travelers’ Wristbands exert gentle pressure on specifi c

points of the wrist to minimize or eliminate the miserable

results of motion sickness.

The one-size-fi ts-all, washable wristbands are made

of tough, long-lasting materials. With no complicated

buckles or adjustments, they’re safe and easy-to-use.

$9.99 // (510) 732-9229 // davisnet.com

POWERCAP™The new Pilot Series POWERCAP™ Night Vision Cap

has two red light-emitting diodes (LEDs) and three white

LEDs on separate circuits, to help you maintain your night

vision in the dark on the water. Some of the lights provide

task lighting, while a powerful LED light on the cap brim

can project more than 60 feet. A simple button in the cap

brim serves all of these needs.

$39.95 // (203) 324-4171 // sailorsnightvisioncap.com

EZYBOATThe EzyBoat is a compact pod that quickly and easily

opens to become a 14-foot fi berglass runabout, fi shing

boat or daysailer.

When open and ready for use, the EzyBoat is 14.5 feet

long, but it trailers at eight feet for easy towing and

maneuvering. The wheels retract into the hull with a pull

on a handle after launching. Power comes from a gas or

electric outboard with up to 25 horsepower.

$10,999 // (612) 859-6000 // ezyboat.com


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DUAL-ACTION POLISHERThe Shurhold Dual-Action Polisher’s 6-inch oscillating

head provides a great fi nish, without burns or swirls.

General detail maintenance like waxing and buffi ng

can now be done in half the time, with half the effort

and half the amount of product.

$149.98 // (800) 962-6241 //shurhold.com

SOLAR BOAT PUMPRising Sun Innovation’s Solar Bilge Buddy boat

and dinghy pump is affordable, convenient and

eco-smart. Place the pump in the bottom of a boat

to remove any excess water. It conveniently runs

off a sealed, 12-volt, solar-powered battery. The

solar panel is even removable and can be placed

anywhere in the boat to get the best sunlight.

$159 // (631) 514-4532 // solarbilgebuddy.com

TUF-GLIDE SPRAY Sentry Solution’s TUF-GLIDE™, the quick-drying, powerful rust

inhibitor and lubricant, is now available in a convenient spray bottle.

It especially protects against rust, friction and wear. It will not attract

dust or dirt and does not leave a slippery fi lm like silicone.

It is available in a 4-ounce container, a one-quarter-ounce pen

applicator, a one-half-ounce precision applicator, and an 8-ounce

refi ll bottle.

Prices range from $5.85 to $20.50 // (603) 654-3001 //

sentrysolutions.com


STA-Z-OFFSta-Z-Off is strong enough to prevent zebra mussels from

attaching to any submerged surface. Use this water-

based solution to treat aluminum, steel, fi berglass, rubber

or plastic substrates. It dries clear, and minimizes gel-

coat staining with an algae barrier. It is also non-toxic, and

does not release any heavy metals into the water.

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

gallon container.

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

stazoff.com

IMC CHARGERIMC Chargers by Charles Marine are state-of-the-art battery

chargers specifi cally created for harsh marine environments.

Their rugged design, confi gurable settings and revolutionary

“man-machine” interfaces make these chargers the fi rst choice

for serious boaters.

They each include four bank programmable chargers with

independent 12/24 VDC selection, and six models available in 20

amp increments from 20 to 120 amps. There are simple, intuitive

menus for fast confi guration, and Universal AC input.

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

charlesindustries.com

LANOCOTEForespar’s natural solution for marine corrosion, Lanocote,

is now available in an aerosol-free dispenser bottle or a

wipe-on paste.

Lanocote is a safe and natural product that stops and

prevents rust, oxidation and electrolysis. It is the perfect

corrosion solution for environmentally-sensitive marine

locations. Formulated to withstand both fresh and salt

water, Lanocote forms a long-lasting, non-greasy moisture

barrier on all treated parts.

$9.40 // (949) 858-8820 // forespar.com

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BROKERED BOATS97 32’ Carver 325 Aft Cabin w/T-350XL Crusaders 54,90006 32’ Cruisers 320 Express w/T-6.2 MPI Mercs 99,50095 33’ Sea Ray 330 Sundancer w/T-7.4L Mercs 59,00000 33’ Wellcraft 3300 Martinique w/T-7.4L Mercs 74,90004 33’ Chaparral 330 Signature w/T-350 MAG MPI BRIII 119,00088 35’ Mainship Convertible w/T-454 Crusaders 49,50090 35’ Sea Ray 350 Express w/T-7.4L Mercs 39,90099 35’ Carver 356 Aft Cabin w/T-7.4L Mercs 119,00002 35’ Carver 356 Aft Cabin w/T-7.4L Mercs 129,90002 35’ Carver 350 Mariner w/T-6.2 MPI 320 Mercs 89,00007 35’ Rinker 350 Express w/T-350 MAG MPI BRIII Mercs 134,500 85 36’ Carver Aft Cabin w/T-454 CID Crusaders 39,90088 36’ Carver Mariner w/T-454 CID Crusaders 54,90099 36’ Carver 36 Mariner w/T-350 Mag Mercs 74,90001 36’ Trojan 360 Express w/T-454 Mag MPI Mercs 79,90003 36’ Carver 360 Sport Sedan w/T-8.1GI Volvos 172,50004 36’ Carver 360 Mariner w/T-6.0L MPI Crusaders 159,00006 36’ Carver 360 Mariner w/T-6.0 Crusaders 153,00094 38’ Carver 380 Santego w/T-7.4 Mercs 63,00002 38’ Carver 380 Santego w/T-6.2L Mercs 99,00003 38’ Sea Ray 380 Sundancer w/T-8.1L Mercruisers 169,90004 39’ Silverton MY w/T-3126 CATS 279,90005 39’ Carver 396 Aft Cabin w/T-8.1 GI Volvos 219,00005 39’ Carver 396 Motor Yacht w/T-8.1 GI Volvos 289,00001 40’ Sea Ray Sedan w/T-3126 Cats 255,00003 40’ Cruisers 405 Express Bridge w/T-370 HP Volvo Dsls 215,00007 40’ Cruisers 415 Express MY w/T-8.1GXI Volvos 399,00008 40’ Marquis Sport Coupe w/T-D6 Series IPS 370HP 569,00085 42’ Grand Banks 42 Classics w/T-3208 CATS 139,50007 42’ Carver 42 SS w/T-IPS 370 HP Volvo Dsls 349,00089 44’ Sea Ray 440 Aft Cabin w/T-330 Mercs 89,00005 44’ Carver 444 CMY w/T-D6 Volvo Dsls 289,00095 44’ Carver 440 Aft Cabin w/T-420 HP Cummins 229,90093 44’ Carver 440 MY w/T-3116TA CATS 169,900

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ILLINOISJUNE 10-12Pride of the Fox RiverfestMultiple venuesSt. Charlesprideofthefox.com

JUNE 10-12North Point Brokerage ShowNorth Point MarinaWinthrop Harborskipperbuds.com

JULY 17-21Coastal Zone 11 ConferenceHyatt RegencyChicagodoi.gov/initiatives/CZ11

IOWAMAY 13-14Muscatine Boat ShowRiverside ParkMuscatinemuscatineboatshow.com

MICHIGANJUNE 17-19Bay Harbor In-Water Boat ShowBay HarborBay Harborbayharbor.com

JUNE 17-19BridgefestMultiple venuesHoughton/Hancockbridgefestfun.com

JUNE 25International Tug Boat RaceDetroit River between Detroit & Windsor, OntarioDetroittugrace.com

JULY 8-10APBA God Cup Races(Unlimited Hydroplane Boat Race)Detroit RiverDetroitgold-cup.com

MINNESOTAJune 17-19Wooden Boat Show and Summer Solstice FestivalNorth House Folk School500 Highway 61 WestGrand Maraisnorthhouse.org/programs/events/

woodenboatshow.htm

NEW YORKJULY 8-10Antique & Classic Boat ShowLakeside Dr./Chautauqua LakeBemus Pointcltt-acbs.org

OHIOJUNE 11-12North Coast Harbor Boating & Fishing FestVoinovich Park and North Coast HarborClevelandboatingfest.com

JULY 17Lakeside Wooden Boat ShowHotel LakesideLakesidelakesidewoodenboatsociety.com

WISCONSINJUNE 3-5Pirate FestivalPort Washington HarborPort Washingtonportpiratefestival.com

JUNE 10-12Sturgeon Bay Boat ShowHarbor Club MarinaSturgeon Bayskipperbuds.com

JUNE 23-26Musky FestDowntown HaywardHaywardhaywardlakes.com

JUNE 25-26River RendezvousManitowoc River/ Wisconsin Maritime MuseumManitowocwisconsinmaritime.org

CANADAJULY 2-10National Fishing Week

JULY 9-AUGUST 27Great Ontario Salmon DerbyLake OntarioOntario, Canadasportshows.ca

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WPere Pointe Marina is tucked away in a cove on the Pere Marquette Lake just off Washington Street in Ludington, Michigan.

Marina Highlights:

✦ Close to downtown Ludington.

✦ Deep water marina serving boats up to 42 feet.

✦ Electric outlets for boats.

✦ Fresh water hook-ups for boats.

✦ Wave attenuators.

✦ Clubhouse with restrooms, showers & wireless internet.

✦ Seasonal rates start at $2,375.

✦ Transient boating rates start at $37.50 per night.

✦ Premier condos available for sale.

Pere Pointe Marina350 Lakeside Dr.

Ludington, MI231-843-8100

Pere Pointe Marina

Advertiser Index

Boat Share Direct 41

BoatU.S. 3, 5

Carver Yachts 7

Chicago Harbors/Westrec BC

Coastal Zone 2011/DOI 27

Essex Credit IFC

Foremost Insurance 29

Fremont Insurance 43

Jefferson Beach Marina 17

Lake Forest College 10

Pere Pointe Marina 56

Princecraft 2

Progressive Insurance 11

Taste of the Great Lakes 39

ValvTect Petroleum 33

Waukegan Harbor IBC

Wisconsin’s Schooner Coast 45

Advertiser Index

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Complimentary 25-word classified boat advertisements in the July/August 2011 issue.

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Waukegan Port District offers you a beautiful lakefront and marina with promenade,

park, nearby public beach, and slips to accommodate any craft from sailboats to luxury

cruisers throughout a full boating season!

SLIP RENTAL AMENITIES

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Unbelievable!A guaranteed slip in one of Chicago’s premier harbors.It’s true! In 2012, with the addition of the 31st Street Harbor, boaters are guaranteed a slip in the coveted Chicago harbor system. We are currently accepting reservations and harbor change requests for 2012. Please visit www.chicagoharbors.info for more information.

Chicago Harbors Newest Star1000 Floating Slips from 35’ - 70’

Water, Power and Cable TV

3000’ Breakwater

Garage Parking

Heated Winter Storage

Launch Ramp

Fuel Dock

Harbor Store

Playground

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