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In this issue, we bring you Cruisers

Yachts and a feature that covers four
of their most popular models. Cruisers
started as a small, family-run wooden
boat making operation and has grown
into one of the top fiberglass boatbuilders
in the world.

The new boating season is upon us. We

are about to embark on another year
of joys on the water, certainly the most
relaxing and least stressful place on
planet Earth.
Our biggest change has been the
redesigned logo, which Im sure youve
all seen by now. Its a step into the future
for us. We have heard many wonderful
compliments on its style. It is our hope
that all of you are enjoying it as much as
we are.
Recently many changes have been
coming the way of boaters. A lot has
been happening to scare us, too. We
dont know what the truth is about the
Asian carp invasion. Also, it seems the
EPA is going to approve higher ethanol
limits, forcing many older model boats,
which cannot handle the new fuels, into
submission. News of this kind can be
unsettling for everyone out on the water.
You dont have to be alone or weather
the storm without being heard. The
Great Lakes Boating Federation is the
organization fighting for the boaters.
Were urging the Corps of Engineers to
find a real solution to the carp problem,
and were asking the EPA why they
havent bothered to study the effects
of 15% ethanol fuel in marine engines.
Its clear that if youre a boater, working
together under one umbrella to bring
about changes beneficial to boating is the
way to keep boating alive.

The Port of Call features Traverse City,

Michigan, a cruising destination that
any boater should consider. The Cherry
Capital of the World has a wide variety
of musical and cultural attractions in a
beautiful setting.
Now is the time to buy a new boat, and we
have just the feature to help you get the
lending to finance your vessel. We cover
the basics and give you inside tips to
secure a boat loan.
Not everyone puts their boats into dry
storage for the winter. We cover some
important things to remember if you
leave your boat in the water during the
off-season.
Many people in the Great Lakes ice fish
each year. In this issues fishing feature,
we remind you of several important safety
tips to use on the ice. If youve never
gone ice fishing, the article covers the
basics youll need to catch fish on your
first trip onto the ice.
Boat sales are lacking still after a long,
slow sales year. But boaters already
have their boats, so they can easily keep
boating in the upcoming season. Theres
no reason to think the season will suffer
because of this lack of sales. Great Lakes
Boating is excited to bring you the latest
news to keep you informed this year.
Well be out there boating with you.
Happy boating!

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18OTC

523
156
DRAFT: 44
FUEL CAPACITY: 500 gals.
WATER CAPACITY: 150 gals.

LOA W/ EXT. SWIM PLATFORM:

BEAM:

FEATURES
FEATURES
CRUISERS YACHTS
Port of Call:
TRAVERSE CITY, MICHIGAN
GUIDE to BOAT LOANS
ICE FISHING

12

Cruisers Yachts
520 Sports Coupe

18
24
28

24

SPOTLIGHTS
SPOTLIGHTS
WINTER LAY-UP AFLOAT
WHAT I WANT

22
32

28
22
34
38
40
42
44
46
48

Above deck are an enclosed cockpit and a

walk-through windshield that allows safe and
easy access to the foredeck. The poweractuated sunroof has a manual sky shade
and the cockpit air conditioning is a standard
feature. The 520 also has transom rumble
seating and a high-low cockpit table capable of
becoming another lounge arrangement. Other
amenities found topside are a windshield
defroster, an iPod/MP3 interface cockpit stereo
system, a cockpit grill and a wet bar.
There are 12 vertical portholes for natural light
and ventilation in the salon and the galley. The
master suite features a large queen-size
walk-around island berth; a settee; a private
head with separate shower stall; abundant
storage for longer cruises; comfortable
six-foot, six-inch headroom throughout the
stateroom; and a 20-inch LCD flat-screen TV
with DVD. The forward stateroom also has
a queen-size island berth, ample storage,
and private access to the forward head with
a separate shower stall. The second layout
features twin berths forward rather than the
queen island berth.

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IN THE NEWS
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PUBLISHERS NOTE
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NEW PRODUCTS
BOAT CARE AND FEEDING
MARINE MART
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Salon amenities include a natural cherry

wood interior; a convertible dinette/sofa; and
a 32-inch flat screen television with DVD.
The port side galley includes a microwave/
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refrigerator/freezer, a coffee maker, a double
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EDITORIALS

FOLLOW THE SCIENCE ON

MID-LEVEL ETHANOL BLENDS
By Thomas J. Dammrich,
President, National Marine Manufacturers Association

What do the National Marine Manufacturers Association

Now, dont get me wrong. We are not opposed to ethanol.

(NMMA), the American Meat Institute, the Grocery

And, like our allies from a diverse coalition of interests, we

Manufacturers Association, the Natural Resources Defense

want clean air and water, and a cleaner environment. But it is

Council and the National Petrochemical Refi ners Association

far from clear that mid-level ethanol blends will give us any of

all have in common? All agree that the Environmental

those things. Early testing has shown it will give boaters more

Protection Agency (EPA) should not approve corn ethanol

headaches and potentially destroy marine engines already in

blends in gasoline that are higher than the currently allowable

use. So, all we ask is that the EPA do the testing, as required by

E10 unless and until independent, rigorous and verifiable

federal law, and follow the science before rushing to a judgment.

scientific testing has been completed. Whats more, testing

must conclude that mid-level ethanol blends will not pose a risk
to all gasoline-powered engines, public health, the environment
and consumers. In fact, a diverse collection of more than 50
environmental groups, conservation organizations, business
associations and public interest organizations have banded
together to urge the EPA to deny a petition request by the
ethanol industry that would allow mid-level ethanol blends
to be introduced into commerce for general sale.
Boaters in most states have experienced fi rsthand the problems
created by the introduction of gasoline with 10 percent
ethanol, or E10. The impacts on engines, fuel lines, gas tanks
and other parts of a boats fuel systems are well documented
and have forced boaters to make major repairs after being
caught unaware of the change and potential problems.
But, for the most part, the industry has addressed this as

In early December, in an announcement that it was delaying a

decision on the ethanol industrys petition to approve E15, the
EPA functionally acknowledged widespread concerns about
E15 on the environment, engines and consumers by indicating
they needed more test data than is currently available. The EPA
has not conducted any studies on marine engines or on a wide
variety of other non-road engines, although our industry clearly
welcomes such testing and hopes it will soon be underway.
The NMMAs view, as the boat and engine manufacturers trade
association, is that no decision should be made on E15 until all
independent scientific studies confi rm that it is compatible with
both on-road and non-road vehicles. Even the U.S. Coast Guard
has opposed the waiver request expressing concerns related
to a possible reduction in the level of safety for recreational
boaters should the waiver be granted.

marine manufacturers have adjusted certain processes and

The NMMA also believes that any attempts to bifurcate the

manufacturing techniques over time.

fuel supply by allowing E15 for only certain vehicles would lead

Now, the ethanol industry is asking the EPA to approve blends

higher than E10, including mid-level blends of E12, E15 or
E20. There are 13 million registered boats in this country with
engines that are not designed, calibrated, certified or warranted
to operate with ethanol blends above E10. And, that is just
the beginning. If you have other gasoline-powered off-road
vehicles, gasoline-powered tools or other gasoline-powered

to a myriad of misfueling, liability and consumer safety issues,

and likely cause the price of fuel for boaters to increase while
the availability of compatible blends decreases. Further, it is
not clear that the system of distribution for gasoline is ready for
higher blends of ethanol either. In short, there is much more
work to do before a decision can be made, and the EPA has the
time and resources to make the right decision.

small engines, neither are they! In fact, there are more than 400

To learn more about why more ethanol in your gasoline is bad

million gasoline-powered products today that were never made

for the environment, engines and consumers, visit

to run on mid-level ethanol blends.

www.followthescience.org or www.nmma.org/government.

08 GLB | Jan/Feb 10

CONSIDER THE BOATERS

BEFORE CLOSING THE LOCKS
The local boating community remains committed to keeping
Asian carp out of the Great Lakes. The 1.5 million boaters that
navigate and sport fi sh in this area are aware of the horrific
devastation that this invasive species could bring. Indeed, we
would be the most adversely affected sector if it arrived in the
Great Lakes.

The boating community would not want a locks closure to be

conducted haphazardly, or before all affected stakeholders
have voiced their opinions and have been heard. The city of
Chicago could suffer a huge negative economic impact, on
the order of $80 million or more, if it closes the locks without
creating an alternative route for boaters.

Nearly 7,000 boaters use the Chicago locks for transit to and
from their winter storage yards on the Chicago and Calumet
river systems. Th is can sweel with additional recreational
users of the area. The Great Lakes Congressional Task Force
encourages closing the locks until a permanent solution is
found to prevent the Asian carp from entering the Great Lakes.
We are concerned that this organization is advising a course of
action that will affect local mariners without considering our
perspectives on the issue.

We urge that a public hearing take place in Chicago so that the

pros and cons of the idea can be sorted out, before it wreaks
havoc on recreational boating. Th is could lead to fi nding an
alternative route for boaters in the area, so that all stakeholders
could be more content with the short-term situation, until
interested parties uncover a long-term one.

JOINING FORCES
The Asian carp confl ict has existed for nearly two decades,

Whether or not officials decide to close the locks or, eventually,

ever since flooding allowed the species to escape into the

the canal, it is clear that the United States and Canada

Mississippi River from fi sh farms in the South in the 1990s.

are working together to combat the Asian carp. When the

One Asian carp has been found in a canal leading to the Great
Lakes, and some DNA for the species has been discovered in
the Great Lakes. However, multiple Asian carp must reach
these bodies of water before they can establish a self-sustaining
population. The batt le may not yet be lost.

American Great Lakes Fishery Commission asked Fisheries

and Oceans Canada to support the fight while the electrical
barrier was shut down for maintenance in early December, the
Canadian group responded with a team of experts. During the
shutdown, a pesticide was administered to part of the Sanitary
& Ship Canal to prevent Asian carp from entering the lakes,

Possible next steps include closing three Chicago-area locks

and Canadian employees released a neutralizing chemical to

that provide gateways into and out of Lake Michigan, and

disperse this poison more quickly. They also helped to remove

removing the connection between Lake Michigan and the

and recover fi sh.

Mississippi River permanently by closing the Chicago Sanitary

& Ship Canal.

Canadian support comes directly from the countrys

government, which led Fisheries and Oceans Canada to work

While the Great Lakes Boating Federation supports the short-

with the United States and with those from within its own

term lock closing, taking the canal out of use would cause great

nation to plan its mode of assisting in the Asian carp struggle.

difficulties for the 4.3 million recreational boaters we support.

The Great Lakes Boating Federation is pleased to note the

These include removing direct access to facilities for winter

progress that the United States and Canada have made by

storage and to the path for the Great Loop, a journey that many

joining together, and hopes that this will set a precedent as we

avid boaters have undertaken through the Chicago Sanitary &

all batt le the menace that threatens to upset the Great Lakes

Ship Canal to the Gulf of Mexico.

ecosystem and economy.

greatlakesboating.com | 09

LET TERS TO THE EDITOR

A BANDONED VESSELS
THE G REAT L AKES

ON

Im hoping you can help me. We are working with a

few of our members on the Great Lakes on the issue of
abandoned boats. The problems with abandoned boats
in the Great Lakes obviously arise from the cross state
traffic. If a boat is abandoned in Illinois but is registered
in Michigan, which state has to go through the process
to find the owner and dispose of the boat? And if those
state policies on abandoned boats differ, which policy is
at work?
It seems that the most effective way to handle this in the
Great Lakes is to have some sort of Memorandum of
Understanding (MOU) or similar agreement among the
states for how to manage this issue. If the states could
come up with some type of agreement on whose problem
the abandoned boat is in different instances, or, knowing
this is a long shot, a standard policy across Great Lakes
states for handling abandoned boats, a lot of problems
could be alleviated.
Id like to be able to start the process or consideration of
an MOU, but am not familiar with the workings among the

Great Lakes states, so Im hoping you might be able to

provide some insight into how to make something like this
happen. Im assuming it would be an agreement among
the agencies in each state that cover abandoned boats,
but maybe not.
Wendy Larimer
Legislative Coordinator
Association of Marina Industries
(202) 350 -9623

THANK-YOU N OTE
As a boater with three boats and a canoe, who loves to
fish and recreate on our waters, I wanted to thank you for
your inclusion of the manatee ad in your December issue.
Although boats cause many problems for manatees,
boaters both care about manatees and the health of our
waters.
Thanks for reminding us.
Pat
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ou may not know from a simple or even a lingering glance, but the sleepy town of Oconto,
Wisconsin, has produced one of the largest manufacturers of high-quality yachts worldwide.
Oconto has less than 5,000 residents, and is certainly different from better-known, more
sophisticated locales, including the Riviera or the Bahamas. However, it is an environment that
allowed the dream of building boats to grow within one man, and to catch on within his family.

The unique history of Cruisers Yachts stems from an

event 60 years before the company was founded, in
the 1890s, when the Racine Boat Company hired Peter
Thompson as a boatbuilder. This employment led Peter
and his siblings to found the Peshtigo, Wisconsin-based,
Thompson Brothers Boat Manufacturing. Their children
shared their interests in entrepreneurship and in vessels,
and they began their own company, the Thompson Boat
Mart in Woodruff. They sold that in 1953 to focus on
the older family business. Launching Cruisers Inc. was
the next step, and it came about because the younger
Thompsons seized an opportunity provided by a strike at
the Peshtigo operation that summer.

12 GLB | Jan/Feb 10

After founding Cruisers, the Thompsons distributed

the companys rst catalog in 1956. It included wood
lapstrake outboard cabin cruisers; in the following
decade, they moved from lumber to berglass. In 1993,
KCS International, Inc. purchased the assets of Cruisers
Inc. and changed the name to Cruisers Yachts. Cruisers
has since moved into a 350,000-square-foot facility,
where they build 56-foot yachts.
In the following pages, we examine four Cruisers Yachts
models, including the 390 Sports Coupe, the 447 Sport
Sedan, the 520 Sports Coupe and the 560 Express. They
are examples of the progress that Cruisers Yachts has
made, and the path that it continues on today.

LOA w/ Ext. Swim Platform

Beam
Draft
Fuel Capacity
Water Capacity

402
130
39
300
75

gal

gal

390

Sports Coupe

The 390 Sports Coupe has an innovative cockpit including

The interior floor plan includes a separate shower stall and a

a fiberglass hardtop with full glass enclosure. Available air

private forward master stateroom.

conditioning and reverse-cycle heating allow for an extended

boating season. For easy foredeck access, the coupe features
a convenient walk-through windshield, and a large, opening
sunroof that can provide natural ventilation for the cockpit.

The salon and galley have a sofa bed and a dinette that
converts into a berth for additional sleeping space. This
model also includes plush carpeted floors; six-foot, six-inch
headroom; and a cherry wood interior. There are six vertical

The cockpit has an adjustable helm seat with flip-up bolster, and

opening port lights, a standard Sirius-adaptable stereo with a

double-companion seat that converts into a cocktail/dinette area.

CD player, a 20-inch LCD flat screen TV and a DVD player.

Additional seating is provided in the aft cockpit with abundant

storage below. The vessel contains a standard wet bar, a 15.4inch LCD flip-down TV with a DVD player, additional speakers, a
cockpit shower, hydraulic steering and windshield wipers.
The 360 has an electric hatch to access the engines and
transom-located shore power, dockside water and phone/
TV hookups. It is available with a wide variety of gas or diesel

The galley come equipped with either a standard two-burner

electric stove or a microwave oven, a full upright refrigerator/
freezer, a coffeemaker and a solid surface countertop.
The master stateroom features a queen-size island berth with
a foam mattress, a bow hatch with screen, cedar-lined clothes
lockers and opening port holes.

V-drive engines, or with Volvo Pentas IPS System.

greatlakesboating.com | 13

LOA w/ Ext. Swim Platform

Beam
Draft
Fuel Capacity
Water Capacity

452
146
48
375

gal

100

gal

447

Sport Sedan

The 447 Sport Sedan showcases 360-degree visibility from

will provide an excellent view of the 23-inch LCD TV home

the salon and galley areas thanks to numerous multi-level

theater with 5-disc DVD player. The galley features a cooking

windows. The aft stateroom below has six vertical portholes

area with a microwave/convection oven, a two-burner electric

for cross-ventilation, natural light and superb visibility.

stove, stainless steel refrigerator/freezer unit, a hidden coffee

The yacht features a full skiff windshield for the

maker and a secured china cabinet.

ultimate weather protection and a dash layout for

The master stateroom has a queen-size island berth with a

advanced electronics.

therapeutic foam mattress, cedar-lined clothes lockers and

Both heat and air conditioning are available on the bridge.

The bridge area also contains an L-shaped lounge, a wet-bar
area with refrigerator, a 120-watt Sirius-adaptable CD stereo
with helm remote and an aft sun deck chaise lounge area.
The console includes a custom captains chair.
The salon includes an L-shaped salon sofa with double
incliners and a starboard sofa/sleeper. Either seating locale

14 GLB | Jan/Feb 10

a shower. The aft stateroom has twin berths that convert to

king size, a sitting area, six vertical opening portholes and a
shower. In both staterooms, an optional 15-inch LCD TV with
DVD is available.
The aft area contains a basement. The fully-finished, airconditioned room is accessible through the floor of the salon.
The 447 Sport Sedan is equipped with Volvo diesel IPS.

LOA w/ Int. Std. Swim Platform

Beam
Draft
Fuel Capacity
Water Capacity

523
156
44
500

gal

150

gal

520

Sports Coupe

The sleek design of the 52-foot, 520 Sports Coupe includes

master suite features a large queen-size walk-around

an enclosed cockpit and a walk-through windshield to the

island berth with a therapeutic foam mattress; a settee; a

foredeck. It has a power-actuated sunroof with a manual sky

separate shower stall; abundant storage for longer cruises;

shade and cockpit air conditioning. The vessel boasts a dual

comfortable 6-foot, 6-inch headroom throughout the

cockpit entrance, with 15-inch boarding steps on both the

stateroom; and a 20-inch LCD flat screen TV with DVD. The

port and the starboard sides and transom rumble seating.

standard forward stateroom is also unique due to its large,

Other amenities found topside are a windshield defroster,

an iPod/MP3 interface cockpit stereo system and a standard

queen-size island berth and ample storage. The second

layout features twin berths forward.

cockpit grill. Optional features include a chaise lounge

The salons amenities include a natural cherry wood interior

foredeck sun pad and a 26-inch flat screen TV.

for the living space, a crescent-shaped convertible dinette/

Cruisers Yachts has made slight updates to the salon,

head and staterooms but kept the interior similar to the 520
Express. The biggest change is in the number of vertical
portholes, which have been increased from six to 12. The

sofa and a 32-inch flat screen television and DVD player. The
port side galley includes a microwave/convection oven, an
electric stove, a large refrigerator/freezer, a coffee maker, a
double sink and plenty of storage. The yacht also includes a
lighted liquor cabinet and a dishwasher.

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The 560s midship master stateroom features a large island

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berth with foam mattress, generous storage space and a

Optional features include a grill and a davit system that allows the

large, walk-in closet with cedar lining. A 5-disc DVD theatre

addition of a small watercraft. Overhead, an aluminum hardtop

sound system comes standard and a LCD TV is also available.

is equipped with a power sunroof. The ergonomically designed

With private access from the master suite, the master head

helm features a dual electrically adjustable captains chair.

offers full-standing headroom and a separate shower.

Accentuated with rich cherry cabinetry, the salon comes

The forward stateroom has a queen-size berth and generous

equipped with amenities that include bar-style galley seating

storage. An LCD TV is optional. The forward head, which is

and a Dolby Digital Home Theatre system with 32-inch LCD TV

accessible from both the salon and the forward stateroom,

and 5-disc DVD player. Theres also an electric stowaway table

features full-standing headroom and a separate shower.

and sleeper sofa as well as an air conditioner for air movement

and ventilation that is built into the salon ceiling panel.

The vessel also includes a stepped chine hull for superior

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The lavishly appointed galley includes the conveniences of a

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large refrigerator/freezer with ice maker, double sink, three-

and deck.

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Traverse City

Beyond

The Bay

ven though Traverse City is a boaters paradise, the excitement

doesnt stop at the waters edge. Theres so much to see and do, so
many places to visit. Wander down a magnicent golden beach
or enjoy a round of championship golf. Explore the shops and
stores of our friendly, tree-shaded downtown and enjoy a ne meal paired
with an award-winning local wine. Try your luck in one of our sleek casinos,
cast your line into one of Americas most famous trout streams, or just relax
and enjoy one of the most beautiful places youre ever likely to visit.

For A Complimentary Traverse City Guide & Information

visittraversecity.com
Traverse City Convention & Visitors Bureau

800-TRAVERSE (872-8377)

All photos courtesy of Traverse City Convention & Visitors Bureau

Michigans Traverse City:

By Mike Norton

ecreational boaters cruising the eastern shore

The most obvious and most wonderful of the regions many

of Lake Michigan are sometimes tempted to skip

natural advantages is an abundance of clean fresh water.

the 30-mile detour down Grand Traverse Bay to

This is one place where the expression crystal clear means

Traverse City.

exactly what it appears to sayyou can look down into 30

But those who venture into this sheltered deepwater fiord

are well rewarded for their initiative, because Grand Traverse
is the gateway to one of the countrys prettiest and most
sophisticated regionsa place rich in scenic vistas, lush
orchards and vineyards, superb wines, innovative cuisines
and excellent shopping.
Chicago businessman Perry Hannah got his first glimpse of
this beautiful spot on a quiet evening in 1851, as he stood on
the deck of a small schooner sailing into the bay:

or 40 feet of water and see every detail on the sandy bottom.

And with hundreds of miles of Lake Michigan shoreline
including the majestic Sleeping Bear Dunes National
Lakeshorethe area offers almost limitless opportunities for
boating and sailing.
The bayside villages of Northport, Suttons Bay and Elk
Rapids are charming port towns with marinas that are open to
transient boaters, but the undisputed star of the bay is Traverse
City itself. Its tree-shaded and pedestrian-friendly downtown
has scores of fascinating boutiques, restaurants, coffee shops

We rounded Old Mission harbor just as the sun was going

and galleries, and lots of places to sit and relax, while the

down behind the tops of the tall pines that stood on the ridge

ornate homes of Perry Hannah and other 19th century lumber

in the center of the peninsula, he wrote. It was one of those

barons stand above the Boardman River nearby.

serene and beautiful evenings a more beautiful picture I

never saw in my life.

Reminders of the past are everywhere: lonely lighthouses

and humble mission churches, grand old hotels, quaint

In the end, Hannah liked the place so much that he stayed to

summer cottagesand even a few castles. Just a few

become the founding father of the town that eventually grew

blocks from Traverse Citys waterfront is the Grand Traverse

up around the southern end of the bay. And although the

Commons, a 480-acre wooded park that contains the

Grand Traverse region is a much busier place today, its just

turreted buildings of a 19th-century mental asylumnow a

as charming as it was on that long-ago evening. Every year,

fascinating village of shops, restaurants and homes.

thousands of people discover its serenity and beauty.

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Enchantment on the Bay

The citys main transient marina is at Clinch Park, just a
block from downtown, but there are other harbors nearby
at Greilickville and Acme. And Traverse City offers a wide
selection of comfortable lodging optionsfrom full-service
resorts to cozy beachfront hotels and historic inns.
Grand Traverse Bay is surrounded by deep, fragrant forests
crisscrossed with trails for hikers, horseback riders and
cyclists, and more than 20 golf courses with million-dollar
views and some of the most striking configurations ever
designed. This is Michigans Golf Coast, an area Golf Digest
ranked number 12 on its list of the Worlds Top 50

The Caribbean of Lake Michigan?

Golf Destinations.
Even the farms here are surrounded by incredible scenery,

restaurants, cutting-edge rock in Union Street bistros, and

built on rolling glacial hills and surrounded by sheets of deep

symphony concerts at the renowned Interlochen Center for

blue water. Long known as the Cherry Capital of the World,

the Arts. Interlochen has produced some of the worlds most

Traverse City is also an increasingly famous wine-producing

talented performersEmmy-winning vocalist Norah Jones is

region, with more than 20 wineries that offer tours and

a recent graduateand its year-round Arts Festival features

tastings of their award-winning vintages. During the summer,

such top-notch acts as the Canadian Brass and Tony Bennett.

the areas markets and roadside stands are bursting with

fruits, vegetables, pies, jams and other seasonal treats, and
its restaurants are building a national reputation for their
fresh, innovative regional cuisine.
Thanks to the wealth of performing talent on tap in this part of
Michigan, nightlife in Traverse City includes cool jazz in local

Traverse City is filled with museums, galleries, theatres and

music festivals, and the areas two casinosLeelanau Sands
and Turtle Creekare always open for business.
Actually, if you listen to the locals, youll think there are two
Grand Traverse Bays. Theyre known to geographers as the
bays east and west armsbut everyone who lives there

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calls them simply East Bay and West Bay. West Bay is

Every summer, thousands of visitors flock here for the

more urban in character, a former industrial harbor thats now

National Cherry Festival, a weeklong party of games,

an enchanting zone of parks, marinas and public beaches.

entertainment and excitement thats been occurring for the

Resort-oriented East Bay, almost entirely outside the city

past 80 years. More recently, the town has become known

limits, is lined with hotels, resorts and private homes.

for the Traverse City Film Festival, as well as a four-week

The shore of East Bay is relatively smooth, with only a single

natural harbor near the tip of the peninsula. The West Bay
shoreline is much more rugged; it boasts four smaller bays
(Suttons Bay, Bowers Harbor, Omena Bay and Northport
Bay), three islands (Power Island, Bassett Island and Bellows

equestrian festival known as Horse Shows by the Bay. And

fans of classic wooden boats should make plans to come
in August for the annual Boats on the Boardwalk show,
which features dozens of these beauties tied up along the
Boardman River walkway.

Island) and the mouth of a major river system. And while the

Tall ships are deeply woven into the history of this region, and

sandy shoals of East Bay extend out as far as a mile from the

Traverse City has more of them than any other port on the Great

beach, West Bay stays deep all the way to its southern edge.

Lakes. Boaters on the bay are almost sure to encounter at least

The two are separated by the narrow Old Mission Peninsula,

noted for its beautiful orchards and vineyards. At its tip is
the picturesque Old Mission Point Lighthouse, built in 1870.
The nearby village of Old Mission, which boasts an excellent

one of them in the course of a trip. And if youd like to see many
of them together, make sure to come to the area on the weekend
of Sept. 10 to 12, when the Michigan Schooner Festival brings
an entire fleet of these magnificent vessels to town.

recreational harbor, marks the site of the first European

To learn about other activities and attractions in Michigans

settlement in the area, established in 1837 by missionary

scenic Traverse City area, and for assistance with lodging,

Peter Dougherty. On the peninsulas western shore are the

dining and other activities, contact the Traverse City

sheltered Bowers Harbor and Power Island, a 205-acre park

Convention & Visitors Bureau at www.visittraversecity.com or

thats a favorite retreat for boaters.

1-800-TRAVERSE.

20 GLB | Jan/Feb 10

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Helpful Tips for

Winter Lay-Up Afloat
By John Strong,
Principal Marine Surveyor,
ACE Recreational Marine Insurance

o you keep your boat where the winters arent too

Make regular inspection visits to your vessel to ensure

fierce, but are still cold enough to put an end to the

the bilges are dry, drains are clear, mooring lines are

boating season? If your boat is in the water all year,

secure and not chafing, and batteries are charged. Post

dont ignore it all winter!

emergency phone numbers in one of the boats windows

facing the dock. If youll be away for an extended period,

ACE Marine Advisory Services is pleased to offer important

arrange to have a friend or neighbor check on the boat.

tips to help you prepare your boat for the winter season, and
to help prevent weather-related problems. Here are some tips
for dealing with colder weather.

Close all seacocks. If they are left open, and a short

period of freezing weather causes a hose to split or a

Marinas are a target for thieves in the winter. Be sure

to remove all valuables from your boat, including
electronics, tools, binoculars, fishing gear and small
outboard motors, and take them home or store them
safely ashore.

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strainer to crack, the boat will sink when the weather

warms up. In fresh water where muskrats may be a
problem, cover or block exhaust through-hulls. Be sure
to inspect all the plumbing when opening the seacocks
in the spring.

Make certain bilge pumps and float switches are

Accumulating leaves, ice or snow can block cockpit

in good condition, and keep the batteries charged.

drains, and the weight of snow or rainwater collecting

Remember, though, that pumps dont sink boats. Leaks

in the cockpit can force the stern down, allowing

sink boats. Inspect all your hoses, valves, outdrive

water to enter through openings normally above

bellows, stuffing boxes, strainers and through-hulls,

the waterline. Inspect all through-hulls close to

and make sure everything is ship-shape. Be sure that

the waterline. If any of them are plastic, they can

all hatches are secured, and that all cockpit hatch

develop cracks that will allow water in if they become

drains are clear of debris and obstructions.

submerged. They should be replaced with bronze or

fiber-reinforced nylon.

Install a smoke detector and a high water alarm. If

theres a problem onboard, the alarm may be heard by
a neighbor or a marina employee.

Remove sails, including roller-furled headsails, to

prevent them from being damaged during a winter
storm. Also, be sure all exterior canvas is well-secured.

If you must use heaters onboard, consider using

non-thermostatic hot sticks or air dryers, which
are safer, use less electricity and help fight mildew
by keeping air moving. Leave interior lockers open to
provide more air circulation.

Spend some time preparing for lower temperatures, and

make regular visits to your boat. A bit of prevention in the
fall and attention throughout the winter may prevent many
headaches later!

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Guide to Boat Loans

By Jessica Tobacman

Purchasing a boat can be one of the best decisions that an individual makes. In many cases,
however, outside financing is necessary. Potential borrowers should consider whether to apply for
loans through banks, dealerships or service companies. They would also benefit from examining
their credit reports, debt-to-income ratios, the amounts they would be willing to spend on boat
payments and the lengths of time they would be willing to devote to paying back their loans.

24 GLB | Jan/Feb 10

Most individuals who choose to move forward with the

It is slightly easier to obtain financing for houses than for

process of financing already know that they can afford a

boats. Boaters need more documentation. You must prove

boat, which is a non-essential item, unlike a home, says

a down payment has been made, explains James Barrn,

Jim Coburn, president of the National Marine Bankers

senior vice president of administration for Essex Credit

Association and first vice president of Flagstar Bank.

Corporation, a lending institution. If a potential lender works

In a sense, making the decision to purchase a vessel is

for a corporation, they will need to provide a current pay stub

a pre-qualifying process.

and the previous years W-2 form. If self-employed, Essex

There are three ways to secure financing: calling a bank and

speaking with someone in the consumer loan department

would need two years of tax returns, both business and

personal, if applicable.

to obtain a direct loan; obtaining an indirect loan from a

In addition, a strong candidate must have a solid credit

dealership by working with a business manager; or searching

profile. Generally, boaters need to have scores at or above

through the Yellow Pages, at a boat show or on the Internet to

700 under current market conditions. If credit histories

find a marine service company.

show that borrowers have neglected to fulfill their financial

" ... stability is a key factor in whether

boaters will be able to obtain financing.

"

In the first scenario, an interested individual proceeds to a

obligations multiple times, then these customers will be

bank. The lending institution then runs and examines a credit

unlikely to obtain new marine loans, says Chris Hungerink,

report on the finances of the potential buyer. If the results

president of Coastal Financial Corp. If, however, they have

are positive, then a loan closing will commence. In this case,

a low number of such incidences, then they are likely to

the bank will verify the customers drivers license or other,

win approvals.

government-issued piece of identification, and then will

provide the boater with funds to pay for the vessel.

Although lending institutions look for potential customers

historical willingness to pay loans back, they do not require

The second financing option involves working with a

previous financing. This stems from the fact that, at some

business manager from a dealership, who maintains

point, every borrower will need to take out an initial loan,

relationships with banks and who can contact them on

requiring a willingness on the part of a lender to take a

behalf of the mariner. Coburn calls this one-stop shopping.

chance on an unknown.

Here, the buyer completes an application with the help of the

business manager, signs it and then sends the application to
a bank, credit union or savings-and-loan institution to obtain
private financing.

In addition, lending institutions examine a borrowers debtto-income ratio, which measures monthly payments or
other obligations compared to incomes. The lower the ratio,
the more easily that an income can cover the regular fees

The third alternative involves contacting marine service

already owed and the more likely that a lender will approve

companies; these businesses act similarly to business

an individual for a loan, Coburn states. Also, stability is a key

managers at dealerships. Like the aforementioned dealers,

factor in whether boaters will be able to obtain financing. This

service companies have contacts at various banks. Marine

includes how long they have held jobs, what their lines of

service companies use these connections to provide

work are and the lengths of time they have remained at their

customers with quotes that include interest rates favoring

home addresses. Especially if mariners are applying for loans

the borrowers. Then, if customers choose to move ahead

to finance larger boats, they should expect to submit three

with purchases financed by the service companies, the

components: applications, personal financial statements with

companies will submit the applications for the loans to banks,

two to three years of tax returns and proof of income.

credit unions or savings-and-loan corporations.

In some cases, they will also need to present proof of liquidity

and proof of residence, Barrn adds.

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this past year, even at discounted prices. Now, supply is

becoming more equivalent to the demand for vessels.
The lengths of time that applicants will
have to pay back loans generally
depend on the amounts
borrowed. Coburn notes that
typical terms for boat loans at
most financial institutions in the
United States are grouped into
the following categories: loans
that cost $25,000 or more to
finance and will take 15 years
or less to pay back, and loans
that cost $100,000 or more
to finance and will take 20
years or less to fulfill. Coburn
recommends that borrowers
keep the terms of their loans
as short as possible. This will
allow them to save money over the
long-term, because they will pay less interest.
What constitutes a complete application package varies

Each mariner generally has to make a down payment of 10

based on the dollar amount of the loan request, Hungerink

to 20 percent of the cost of the vessel. Loans vary at Essex,

says. If the value of a loan is less than $100,000, then the

with no maximum and with minimums as low as $25,000.

borrower must fill out an application and present a pay stub.

Hungerink says that Coastal Financial Corp. provides loans

If the amount is more than $500,000, then an applicant will

with the following terms: 10 years maximum between $10,000

need to submit two years of household tax returns, and, if a

and $15,000, 12 years for $15,000 to $25,000, 15 years for

business owner, should include corporate tax returns, too.

$25,000 to $100,000, and 20 years for $100,000 or more. For

most lenders, the length of a loan is the most important factor

Another requirement in some states is a minimum age

to operate a boat. Very few states require the licensing

in determining the cost of payments, rather than the interest

rate or the down payment.

of boaters, which would necessitate verifying elements

including driving ability.

Most loans are fixed-rate loans, which maintain the same

rate of interest over time. [These] provide comfort to the

When someone applies for a boat loan, Essex Credit

Corporation performs a credit investigation. [It] determines
if the applicant is qualified for a loan and verifies that the
collateral is eligible for a loan. Boaters should be aware that

customer, Coburn remarks. The typical marine loan is also a

simple-interest loan, meaning that interest is calculated daily
based on the owed balance. Reducing the balance decreases
the amount of interest owed.

the boat-lending climate is currently challenging, Barrn

says. Banks are back to basics.

One unexpected part of purchasing a boat, and obtaining

financing for it, is the requirement of insuring the vessel in

However, this does not necessarily mean that mariners will

be unable to obtain financing. There is plenty of financing
capacity to obtain boat loans, Coburn notes.
Although it may appear that credit has become scarce for
marine financing since the economic crisis began more than
a year ago, this is not the case. Its much more available
than people might think, Hungerink comments. The only
change seems to be an increased emphasis on having a
strong credit history. A large number of boats have been sold

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question. If a vessel is financed, the lender requires the

vessel be insured and the lender be named as the lien holder
with the insurance company, Barrn explains.
He recommends purchasing a boat sooner, rather than later.
You can get a pretty good value. Dealers are discounting
boats to move inventory. If you want to upgrade, now is a
good time to buy. Im optimistic about the climate and
lending. Its continuing to improve.

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the

By William D. Anderson

s soon as people around the Great Lakes begin

always accompany you out on the ice. First is a set of ice

putting their boats away for the winter, ice

picks worn around your neck. They should be in place

fishermen start going through their gear and

before you take your first step onto the ice. If you fall in,

preparing for the upcoming season. The wait for

they are within reach and can be used to grab solid ice so

safe ice begins. Every year, both new and experienced

ice anglers wait with anticipation for the day when the ice
will be thick enough to venture out upon.

that you can pull yourself out.

Ice is slippery and injury caused by falls is not uncommon.
There are different types of cleats you can slip on over your

Safety on the ice is always more important than catching

boots for traction. These lessen the chance of injury from

fish. Regardless of your experience, reminding yourself

slipping and falling, and make it very easy to move safely

of safety tips is always a good idea. Ive often heard my

along the ice.

friends say that the first rule of ice fishing is never trust
the ice. This is why some basic safety equipment should

28 GLB | Jan/ Feb 10

Four inches of ice is considered the minimum for safe ice

fishing. If the area you are fishing is crowded, a couple

Dale Bowman

inches thicker is safer. Two

T
of my friends who ice fish

poisoning when using kerosene or other gas-powered

together bring a long section

of sturdy rope with them. The
ct

heaters. Electric heaters are the safest kind, and a spare

lead person tests the ice with a long pole while the second

set of batteries is always a good idea.

person pulls the gear on a sled.

ed. The rope is on top
so it is accessible in case the lead
falls
ad person
p
through. My friends never ice fish alone.
one.
They also carry their cell phones in
waterproof zip-lock bags. And yes,
they learned this the hard way.
Six inches is generally considered safe for
ATVs, and 12 inches is the norm for driving
on ice, although your insurance company
wont likely cover a loss if your car goes
through no matter how thick the ice was.
Even though ice fishing is allowed on some harbors around
the Great Lakes, there are many areas to avoid. These
include any place with a current or break walls, areas near

Another good rule to follow is that if you get cold, its time
to leave. Hypothermia can creep up very quickly on a
person. If you find yourself shivering, other symptoms may
soon follow that might prevent you from being able to get
off the ice on your own.
For those new to ice fishing, there are a few tools
youll need. First, is a good auger to
drill your holes. These can be
hand- or gas-powered. If you are
fishing for panfish such as bluegill
or crappie, a six-inch auger might
be all that you need. Larger fish such
as walleye, trout and pike require larger
holes. Gas augers are preferred for thicker ice and

open water and locations next to piers or pilings. Water

wider holes. It is very common for ice to reform in the holes

movement around these areas can weaken ice even if

youve drilled, so most experienced ice anglers carry a

nearby holes show the ice is safe. Any area frequented by

hole scoop to remove slush.

ice breakers should also be avoided. Ice may look safe the
day after an ice breaker has passed through, but in reality
it almost never is.

Second, you will need a quality ice fishing rod. These can
be anywhere from 20 to 40 or more inches in length. Use
a longer rod when targeting bigger fish. An ice fishing

Portable heaters also pose a danger when used inside of

reel should be comfortable to use with and without gloves

shelters. Be aware of the posibility of carbon monoxide

on, and should match the rod it is attached to. Quality ice

greatlakesboating.com | 29

apply to ice fishing. While areas that are full of

Nate Herman

brush that sticks out of the water may hold fish,

ice in these areas is usually not safe and should
be avoided even if it looks safe.
Once your hole has been drilled and youre set
up on the ice, its time to start fishing. Most ice
anglers prefer live bait. The type of bait used will
depend on the species you are targeting. Wax
worms, minnows and red worms are the most
popular. Most bait is placed on a small ice fishing
jig and lowered to the desired depth. When the
angler feels a bite, he sets the hook and reels
in the fish.
A very productive method for ice fishing is
vertical jigging. Once the bait hits the bottom,
the angler will twitch the rod tip to move the bait.
fishing line has different characteristics than regular fishing

A very subtle movement is usually all that is

line. It is usually lighter and remains supple in extremely

required. Sometimes a drastic movement is used to trigger

cold weather and is less likely to break.

reactionary strikes from inactive fish. Experiment until you

The third tool needed is either an underwater camera or

figure out what works.

a Vexilar, which is a type of fish finder that ice fishermen

Another method used to cover a lot of hard water is to

use that resembles the early-style, strobe-type fish finders.

use tip-ups. A tip-up consists of an ice fishing rod placed

Your bait shows up as a narrow bar of light, as do nearby

in a holder designed to pop up a flag when a fish bites.

fish. You can watch the bars of light come together as a fish

An angler can sit in a warm shelter and monitor several

rises to take your bait. Underwater cameras can show you

tip-ups through a clear plastic window. When a flag goes

weeds and other nearby structure, as well as fish. Many

up, the angler goes out and reels in the fish. Minnows

anglers drill one hole for their cameras and another to fish

are great to use with tip-ups because they swim around

from. They can watch the fish take their bait on the screen.

independently and do not require the angler to move the

Many ice fishermen use portable shelters. The newer ones

are light and break down into sleds that can be used to

bait. Many jurisdictions limit the number of tip-ups that an

angler can use simultaneously.

pull all of your gear and bait onto the ice. They are easy to

Most fish are caught near the bottom, but if you fish the

assemble and provide shelter from the elements. Some are

harbors around the Great Lakes, dont overlook the first

even heated and allow several people to fish from multiple

couple of feet under the ice. Many large trout are caught

holes at the same time. Shelters provide warmth and

cruising around just under the ice. Since most fish caught

comfortable seating on even the coldest of days.

through the ice are not released, anglers who target larger

Hand and feet warmers are a must, as are extra pairs

of gloves. If you are catching fi sh, you may be putting
your hands in the cold water from time-to-time, and it is
important to warm them back up quickly.
Once you have all of your gear and are ready to hit the ice,
you need to locate a good spot. Many ice anglers will drill
several holes in an area and rotate among them until they
find one that produces fish. Areas over points, along weed
lines and even over flats are all good places to start. Many
of the same rules that apply to open-water fishing still

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fish will often use a small gaff to pull them through the
hole. This is a good way to avoid placing your hands in the
cold water, and also allows you to avoid the sharp teeth of
some species.
Ice fishing can be a lot of fun when done safely. Ice gives
people access to spots they otherwise might not be able
to reach, and it also gives them a shot at catching the
fish of a lifetime. Anyone can get started with a very small
investment, and once you catch that first fish through the
ice, youll be hooked, too.

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HELP STOP THE SPREAD OF VHS
Viral hemorrhagic septicemia (VHS) is a serious disease of fresh
and saltwater fish recently found in the Great Lakes region of
the United States and Canada.
VHS spreads when infected fish and water are moved into
unexposed lakes and rivers.
You Can Help Stop the Spread
Thoroughly clean and dry fishing equipment, bait buckets,
boats, and trailers before using them again.
Empty all water from equipment before transporting.
Remove all mud, plants, and aquatic life from equipment.
Do not move fish or plants from one body of water to another.
Do not introduce fish of an unknown health status into
populations of farmed fish.

New Web
Site!

Learn more about VHS and what you can

do to help: www.FocusOnFishHealth.org
United States Department of Agriculture
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service

WHAT I WANT
WAVE BOAT
The Wave Boat is an attachment for your jet ski.
It easily fits any Yamaha jet ski with a four-stroke,
and it attaches or detaches in less than one
minute. The vessel fits up to six people and weighs
only 775 pounds, while providing a spacious deck,
four sun baths, a table and storage chests. The
Wave Boat is entirely constructed from recyclable
materials.
sealver.com

SHIMANO XTREME FISHING

This fishing game is the only one to challenge players
with bows and spearguns. Players can also use traditional
fishing gear in single player action to catch more than
40 varieties of fish in more than 65 stages, unlocking
new gear and stages as they play. Game play includes a
challenging series of tournaments or a Free Fish mode.
Environments range from North American reservoirs to
tropical reefs to the Amazon River.
$29.99 sxf-game.com

FLOATING ICE FISHING HOUSE

Wilcraft has created the best in ice fishing technology
since the hooka retractable roof on a floating ice
shanty with wheels. The lightweight vehicle allows for
navigating the ice early or late in the season without
the worry of falling through, because it floats. In just a
few steps it converts from a driving machine to an ice
fishing house, and all of your gear stays inside. It has
never been this easy to move to a new spot during the
winter fishing season.
$9,700-12,900 watericeland.com

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NAUTICAL SILKS
Nautical Silks is a new line of original silk scarves,
featuring nautical artwork hand painted with French
dyes. Each made-to-order scarf can be customized with
personal messages or names. The scarves are handwashable with hand-rolled hems, and made from 100%
silk. There are many basic designs to choose from. The
items may be personalized for an additional $20.
$75 nauticalsilks.com

CUTTHROAT GMT
The Bozeman Watch Company has released the Cutthroat
GMT, available with a saddle tan, a stainless steel or a black
silicone strap. The watch takes its name from the endangered
trout that is native to Montana, and includes accents on the
dial that pay homage to the iconic slash of red that tells lucky
anglers that they are tied-in to the United States' only native
trout species. With a production of only 100, this officiallycertified Swiss chronometer is truly special.
$6,225 bozemanwatch.com

CUSTOM SHIP MODEL

Model Ship Builder gives customers the option to have
their vessel built in model size. Individuals give the model
maker detailed photos and information about the real
boat they would like created in miniature. Model Ship
Builder draws a proposal and creates a model. Prices
vary widely based upon the model, its size and detail.
Many popular ship models are also available.
modelshipbuilder.com

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Great Lakes

FINAL PHASE OF ASHTABULA RIVER

CLEANUP PROJECT
The final phase of the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agencys Great Lakes Legacy Act Ashtabula River
Cleanup Project is underway. A shallow water habitat
is being constructed between the railroad bridge and
the mouth of the 5-1/2 slip on an 800-foot stretch of
undeveloped shoreline on the Ashtabula River. The
Norfolk Southern Railroad Company owns the site.
Fish shelves will be placed on the eastern edge of the
river, an area that was affected by heavy dredging in 2007
to remove contaminated sediment. Each shelf will be
layered with riprap and then covered with sand or gravel
to create various places for fish to spawn and seek shelter.
The area will also include rock piles and tree revetments
to stop erosion.
The project will be completed with the planting of native

vegetation in early spring. The goal is to provide high-quality habitat for fish spawning, waterfowl and other
aquatic organisms. After completion, the river will be one step closer to removal from the Great Lakes areas
of concern list.

RIVER RAISIN CLEANUP

A study last summer showed significant levels of industrial

Last summer, the EPA took 114 core samples. Large

toxins remain in the River Raisin riverbed in Monroe,

concentrations of PCBs were found, which led to the river

Michigan. Now state and federal authorities are planning

being listed as an environmental area of concern. The

to clean up the area. At least 80 percent of the remaining

highest concentrations found were less than 100 parts

contaminated sediment will be removed from a mile-long

per million.

stretch near the rivers mouth.

Initial designs are expected to be completed this spring,

The site had been remediated in 1997, when Ford Motor

with plans being finalized during the summer. The entire

Company paid to clean a site where PCBs existed at levels

project could cost more than $15 million and start as early

of 20,000 to 30,000 parts per million.

as late 2010.

GREAT LAKES FISH AND WILDLIFE

RESTORATION PROPOSALS
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is

Wildlife Restoration Act, which is supported

accepting proposals for the restoration

partly by the Great Lakes Restoration

of Great Lakes fish and wildlife resources

Initiative. The act is the only federal statute

through January 22, 2010. All interested and

dedicated solely to the restoration of fish and

eligible parties are encouraged to apply,

wildlife in the Great Lakes region.

including those with projects for basin-wide

or large-scale regional restorations.

Those eligible include states, local

governments, universities and organizations

A total of $8 million will be available, which

that are within the Great Lakes basin. Those

is the largest amount appropriated since the

awarded grants are required to provide

program began in 1998. The grants will be

v25 percent in matching funds.

funded through the Great Lakes Fish and

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grants.gov

RANDLE REEF CLEANUP STALLED

Hamilton Harbour Remedial Action Plan

Randle Reef is located in Hamilton Harbour on the

westernmost shore of Lake Ontario in Hamilton,
Ontario, Canada. The reef is one of Canadas largest
coal tar deposits, and the area is too polluted to
support any kind of life. A cleanup of the area has
been put on hold.
A $90-million plan to clean up the toxic mess called
for the environmental assessment to be completed
last fall, and for the construction to begin this
spring. A lack of local funding may be one source
of the delay. Another may be due to changes in
the construction design. This delay is jeopardizing
Hamiltons goal of having the site removed from the
International Joint Commissions list of Great Lakes
Areas of Concern by 2015.
The plan was to create a steel-walled containment
facility around the most polluted 7.5 hectares,
located west of U.S. Steels Hamilton Works at the base of Sherman Avenue in Hamilton. Then less-contaminated sediment
would be dredged and placed inside the container. Last, it would be capped with clean fill and turned into a cargo pier, with
a landscaped area facing the water. The project is similar to one completed in the harbor in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

GREAT LAKES PHOTO CONTEST UNDERWAY

Shutterbugs, warm up your trigger fingers.
The second annual Great Lakes Photo Contest is now
underway, with a February 1, 2010, deadline for all entries.
Winning photos will be featured in the 2010-2011 Discover
Wisconsins Great Lakes calendar, which will be distributed
at the 2010 Wisconsin State Fair.

Photographers can submit their work in any of four

categories: Natural Features and Wildlife, Cultural and
Historic Features, People Enjoying Wisconsins Great Lakes
and Lake Protection Activities. Photos must be taken in
Wisconsin, but anyone may enter the contest.
In addition to photos, the DNR is also seeking written
submissions about the Great Lakes, including poems and

The winning images from last years contest featured in the

songs. The writings may be used in the calendar as well as

2009 calendar are available for viewing on the DNR Web site.

other publications, the DNR Web site and displays.

dnr.wi.gov/org/water/greatlakes/contest // (608) 267-0555

GRANTS FOR PENNSYLVANIAS COASTAL

ZONES AWARDED
Grants totaling $1.2 million have been awarded to organizations dedicated to protecting and preserving Pennsylvanias
coastal zones along Lake Erie and the Delaware Estuary. The coastal zone management grants support programs that
measure the impact of various pollution sources, that improve public access and that educate the public on the benefi ts
of the states coastal zones.
Recipients of grant money include the Bayfront Center for Maritime Studies, the Erie County Conservation District for water
quality improvements, the Millcreek Township to build a park with a fishing pier and the Lake Erie-Allegheny Earth Force Inc.
Other recipients will use their grants to increase education and awareness, to improve access and to reduce litter and
other waste.
The next application period for coastal zone management grants will open in the summer of 2010. Nonprofit groups, local
governments and authorities, educational institutions and state agencies are eligible.

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Great Lakes

PORT AUTHORITY AWARDED GRANT

Toledo-Lucas County Port Authory

The Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority has received a

$2 million Clean Ohio Revitalization Fund grant from the
State of Ohio to complete cleanup efforts at the former
Industrial Park at Beazer, which is located at the Port
of Toledo.
The site, also known as the former Toledo Coke site, is
approximately 32 acres in size and offers redevelopment
opportunities that would combine manufacturing and
shipping. The Port Authority projects the creation of
a number of construction jobs and hundreds of new
manufacturing and seaport jobs once the cleanup and
development are completed.
Several matching grants, totaling nearly $1.4 million,
have also been awarded through the Housing and Urban
Development Economic Development Initiative grant and
an Ohio Department of Development Shovel Ready grant to
make the necessary infrastructure improvements for the area,
including roads and water systems.

Once a consultant is selected, the cleanup project will take

about 20 months to complete.
toledoportauthority.org

GREAT LAKES SMALL HARBORS COALITION

The Great Lakes Small Harbors Coalition is an outgrowth of the Michigan Small Harbors Coalition, established in 2007.
Chuck May, the chair pro-tem, is currently seeking harbors on Lake Erie, Niagara River, Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence
River to join the cause. He has met with more than 50 representatives of New Yorks waterfront interests, including harbor
masters, elected officials, and representatives of marinas and marine trade associations, yacht clubs, port authorities and
government, environmental and tourism agencies.
The coalition is a grassroots effort to obtain federal funding for shallow draft and commercial harbors, where dredging and
harbor maintenance issues are typically a problem. Boat groundings, life endangerment, damage to local economies, a
massive backlog of projects, and dramatic deterioration of our navigation infrastructure have all resulted from the lack of
sufficient funds to support harbor dredging and maintenance.
The coalition will work with federal and Great Lakes entities to effect the changes needed to address the long-term viability
and safety of our harbors. Their efforts are aimed at improving safety, economic growth and the quality of life for harbors
and their communities by securing funding for dredging maintenance and infrastructure improvements.
miseagrant.umich.edu/harbors/

UPCOMING ICE FISHING CONTEST

Fishing
variety, meaning they must cut manually

Ice fishing contestants from eight

different nations will gather from

through ice that could be 30 inches thick

March 13 to 14 in Rhinelander,

in mid-March.

Wisconsin, for the seventh World

As part of the contest, Boom Lake will

Ice Fishing Championship at Boom

be divided into five, grid-like areas;

Lake. Observers are welcome to fill

one zone for each team member. Each

bleachers in the competition zone.

morning, ice fishing will begin at 9 a.m.,

Individuals uninvolved in the fishing

after five minutes in which anglers will

championship may also fish on Boom

claim portions of the ice. They will do

Lake during the competition. The

this by placing two flags in the ice; other

contest will take place in areas of

the lake where ice fishing does not

to fish may be difficult, partly because

generally occur.

the search will have to occur during the

Finding a favorable place to fish will

involve using research, experience,
intuition and stamina, and cannot

anglers will not be allowed to fish within

five meters of any flag.

actual contest. The competition zones

The winner will be the team that

will only be available to contestants

captures the heaviest, total weight of

during the event.

fish, including panfish and fish without

include the use of electronic fish-

Anglers will also have to use hand

locating equipment. Locating a spot

ice augurs instead of the motorized

daily maximum capture regulations, but

not gamefish.
usaiceteam.com

EFFORTS FOR SPORT FISHING

FACE FISHY OBSTACLES
Sport fishing has an advocate in an environmental

triple their current sizes and grow to 14 inches in the next two

organization near Lake Freeman, outside of Monticello,

years. At that point, the fish would be eligible for sport fishing.

Indiana. However, it still faces obstacles, including

Stocking locations for the fish inside Lake Freeman include

low amounts of natural protection from larger fish

Pearsons Marina, Dodge Camp, the area near Norway Dam,

and overfishing.

Bluewater Beach and White Oaks.

The defender of the sport, the Shafer and Freeman Lakes

The cost totaled $7,500, and was gathered from local

Environmental Conservation Corp., is working to help

businesses and from residents who pay fees to live

protect the sport and the fish, themselves, by closing the

on the shore.

divide between the animals and their suitable habitat. The

corporation is releasing the fish at various locations with the
idea that the 6,000 largemouth bass are likely to double or

The Shafer and Freeman Lakes Environmental Conservation

Corp. plans to continue its advocacy for sport fishing next
year by releasing a large amount of fish on Lake Shafer.

FISHING LICENSE NUMBERS ARE GROWING

A new sales index in quarterly fishing license purchases

Profits from fishing license sales and from taxes on fuel and

is revealing startling patterns in recreational fishing, as

gear amount to millions of dollars annually for state recreation

tracked by the American Sportfishing Association and the

and conservation. In 2008, $600 million went to state wildlife

Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation.

and fish agencies, and $720 million went to improvements for

The number of licenses sold between January and July in

recreational boating and for the administration of fisheries.

2009 is comparable to the quantity from this time period in

Indiana, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Utah, Texas,

2008, each with a 7.7 percent rise. In 2009, the first quarter

Florida, Minnesota, Louisiana, New Jersey and Kansas

saw increases of 20 percent or more, while sales rose more

reported sales from licenses. The survey will expand to

slowly in the second quarter. Interestingly, May, June and July

more states as they become better able to contribute

2009 have also produced the most sales so far. July was the

reliable numbers.

top sales month of the three.

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2010 TROUT FISHING OPPORTUNITIES

AWAIT ANGLERS
Controlled trout-fishing opportunities on Ohios Cold Creek

is for youths ages 16 and younger, June 7 through August 20.

await fishing enthusiasts who enter a special lottery to be

Approximately 90 adult and 50 youth permits will be issued.

conducted by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources

Individuals selected to participate will be allowed to bring

Division of Wildlife.

two adults and three youths under the age of 16, but no more

A half-mile section of the creek, located at the Castalia State

Fish Hatchery in Erie County, will be open to a limited number
of anglers on selected dates between March 29 and October
29. Interested anglers must submit an application form and a

than six people total. Participation will be determined by a

computer-generated, random drawing, held in early March.
Successful applicants will be notified by mail of their
fishing dates.

non-refundable $5 application fee by January 31 in order to

Special fishing rules will be in effect for this event, with

be eligible for the random drawing. Application forms can be

wildlife officials requiring that anglers keep all fish they catch.

obtained online at wildohio.com or by calling (800) WILDLIFE.

The daily bag limit will be five trout per angler.

There will be three seasons; two are for adults, March 29

Fishing sessions will be open from 7 a.m. to noon. Each angler

through June 3 and August 23 through October 29; and one

age 16 and older will need a valid 2010 Ohio fishing license.

THE RETURN OF
THE WHITE BEAR
The White Bear Lake Ice Fishing Contest may make a
comeback this year at the 2010 St. Paul Winter Carnival
from January 21 to 31.
Although the Minnesota contest began in 1947 with
only 212 contestants, 2,000 attended the following
year. By 1972, 10,000 individuals attended.
The contest experienced hard times and was shuttered
in 1982. However, if not for warm weather in 2006 and
bad economic times in 2007, the event would have
already returned.
It is likely that this year, it will. This is due to the
figurative digging of an instructor who has also been
the organizer of the Somerset, Wisconsin-based, Bass
Lake Ice Fishing Contest for five years. David Praschak
was developing his strategy for publicizing his own ice
competition when he came across information about
the White Bear Lake Ice Fishing Contest, and
its continued hiatus.
When Praschak shared this information with the
presenters of the Winter Carnival, they backed the
idea of bringing the White Bear Lake Ice Fishing
Contest back and rejuvenating it as part of the
historical event.
Praschak is hoping that thick ice and frigid
temperatures on January 30 will help to wrap
up the carnival.
winter-carnival.com

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YACHT CLUB PROFILE: PORT DOVER YACHT CLUB

Port Dover is a gem on the north shore of Lake Erie in

allow passage every half-hour during the summer, through

Port Dover, Ontario, Canada. The town is well-established

water that is between eight- and 10-feet deep.

and home to a commercial fishing fleet, with plenty of

commercial and recreational boats that keep the harbor
busy in the summer.

During the boating season, the club hosts many activities,

such as Wednesday night dinners and racing, an extensive
Ontario Sailing certified Learn-to-Sail program for adults and

The Port Dover Yacht Club (PDYC) has a long history that

teens, perch dinners and steak barbecues. Port Dover is also

began in the late 1930s, when it became housed in an old

a stop on the annual international Lake Erie Interclub Cruise.

church that had been moved to the current location. PDYC

The club bar is open from Wednesday to Saturday.

became a chartered club in 1945. Over the years, there were

additions to the building and the property as the yacht club
gradually developed.

Two blocks away from PDYC is the town of Port Dover,

where groceries, boating supplies, a boat-repair shop, fine
dining and clothing can be found. The town of Port Dover

Facilities at the yacht club include showers, a guest galley,

also hosts many events all summer long, including Art in the

a bar and an ice machine. Fuel and pump-out are available

Park, Lighthouse Theatre, Friday the 13th Biker Weekends,

at the city marina. For guests, there is 30-amp electrical and

Fishermans Weekend, Canada Day celebrations and parade,

water at the docks, and a guest wall in front of the club. There

antique car shows and outdoor patios. There is also the Port

are also many barbecues, and WiFi for Internet service.

Dover Harbour Museum on the river, and many boutiques

Visiting the club is a bit tricky. First, you must travel up a

tributary of the Lynn River, past the lift bridge that rises to

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and areas of interest to explore.

pdyc.ca // pdycsailingschool.com

YC

MERGING TO STAY AFLOAT

The University Club and the Milwaukee Yacht Club will

Club members will also benefit from different facilities at

now offer members of either establishment the ability to

each club: the University Club has indoor parking, hotel

share the facilities of the other.

rooms, meeting and dining options, and fitness facility

Geographically close locations to Lake Michigan and

similar club dues should help the two clubs join together.

usage at University Towers, while the yacht club includes

a pool, restaurant and meeting rooms.

Members pay $282 per month at the University Club and

Both institutions have experienced decreases in

$279 at the Milwaukee Yacht Club; the University Club

membership, from 750 in 2007 to 600 members currently

is located at 924 E. Wells St. in Milwaukee, while the

at the University Club, and from 541 in 2001 to 388 for

Milwaukee Yacht Club is at McKinley Marina.

the yacht club. The overlap of 11 members at both clubs

presents membership opportunities in a dismal economy.

2010 DOCKTRASH WINTER PARTY

The annual holiday celebration at the Docktrash Yacht Club

members. On Friday night, there will be a Pajama Party and

in Sandusky, Ohio, will be held from January 22 through 24,

a cash bar, on Saturday during the day a Pool Party will be

at a cost of $75 per person.

held, and on Saturday night there will be a buffet dinner

Since its start more than 20 years ago by frequenters of B

Dock in Put in Bay, the club has grown to more than 200

with an open bar.

docktrash.com

FIRE OPENS DOORS

After the fire that damaged the Perry Yacht Club in Meriden,

The planning will also depend on factors including the ease of

Kansas, on November 10, planning began 10 days later to

obtaining bank loans, how well the club would handle any new

rebuild. At its meeting on November 17, the Long-Range

debt, the master plan that was produced for the club for 2009,

Planning Committee discussed the fire, and then the

and other critical club plans, including new breakwater and a

business of operating during recovery.

pumpout station. The Corps of Engineers holds the lease to

Insurance is key, paying for destroying and removing the

remaining parts of the old building. Additional insurance

the yacht club, which means that it must approve any plans for
new construction, at least until its lease expires in 2017.

payments are approximate, and will depend on preliminary

The goal is to create a better clubhouse. It is likely to include

bids for the new club. Insurance will contribute up to $100,000

basic comforts, including washrooms, a kitchen and showers.

for a temporary replacement structure. In addition, after

the club pays a deductible of $5,000 for each, it will receive
compensation for up to $69,000 for the new building, and
$15,000 for what it contains.

Club members are researching potential developments and

companies that could realize plans for the new clubhouse.
They will also help to determine a schedule for these actions.
perryyachtclub.com

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Marinas

MARINA PROFILE: ELDEAN SHIPYARD

Eldean Shipyard is located in Macatawa,
Michigan, just fi ve miles west of Holland,
on the south shore of Lake Macatawa,
where it joins Lake Michigan. It is one
of the oldest active shipyard-marina
complexes in the United States. It began
as the Jesiek Brothers Shipyard in 1901.
Today, the shipyard is an award-winning
marina, as well as a Certified Michigan
Clean Marina.
The ships store carries a complete
inventory of marine hardware and
supplies, nautical clothing and more. Gas
and diesel fuel, and block and cube ice
are available at the fuel dock. Additionally
there are two modern restroom/shower
facilities, a childrens playground, gas grills and a picnic area,
self-service laundry, pump-out, a clubhouse, a swimming
pool and two Jacuzzis.
The shipyard is equipped with one 35- and one 70-ton open
end Travelifts and maintains a complete marine service
department with 150,000 square feet of heated, indoor winter
storage. They can serve many needs, including storage,

Eldean Shipyard is also home to the award-winning Piper

haul out, mechanical, electronic, painting, carpentry and

Restaurant. Nearby is a grocery store, a liquor store and a

fiberglass repair. They are also an Authorized Service Center

post office. They monitor channel 9 VHF during store hours.

for Hinckley Yacht Services.

eldean.com // (616) 335-5843

LELANDS HARBOR COMPLEX OPENS

Leland, Michigan, one of the most popular
recreational harbors on Lake Michigan and
the home of historic Fishtown, has a brandnew harbor complex complete with a fullservice marina.
The $3 million project features new floating
docks with new utility pedestals, 22
additional slips (bringing Lelands slip total
to 71 moorings, the largest of which will
accommodate 100-foot vessels), as well as a
new boaters building and a new parking lot.
The old, 1960s vintage facility has been

The new facility sits amid Leland's historical district, known as

replaced with a two-story building in the architectural style

Fishtown. Rustic shanties, reminiscent of life and commercial

of 1890s Northern Michigan. Inside are eight new showers,

fishing one hundred years ago, still sell the fresh catch of

restroom facilities, a new harbor office, laundry facilities, an

the day. Charter fishing trips and the only public ferry to the

expansive boaters lounge and a spacious, covered patio

popular Manitou Islands depart from the Fishtown docks.

overlooking the harbor. None of this has previously been

available at Leland Harbor.

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lelandmi.com

TAPPAN LAKE BOAT RAMP

The Muskingum Watershed Conservancy
District (MWCD) Board of Directors has
approved bidding for the construction of
improvements at the main boat launch ramp
at Tappan Lake, which is located in eastern
Ohio. The MWCD has received a $400,000
grant from the Cooperative Boating Facility
Grant managed by the Ohio Department of
Natural Resources Division of Watercraft.
The boat ramp is located on Route 250,
just east of the dam at Tappan Lake. The
improvements will include expanding the
parking lot to create additional trailer parking
spaces and car-only parking, a new concrete
launch ramp with floating docks, a new
restroom closer to the ramp and new
courtesy docks.
The current boat ramp is heavily used and long lines form while boaters wait
to unload their vessels. The new ramp is expected to shorten waiting times.
Construction is expected to begin in 2010, with the entire cost projected to be
about $400,000. No additional funding will be needed.

HARBOR SPRINGS MARINA RESTROOM UPDATES

The Harbor Springs municipal marina restrooms and shower

womens restrooms reserved for marina users. The current

facilities are undergoing major improvements. Harbor

facilities were installed during construction of the building 27

Springs is located in Little Traverse Bay in northern Michigan.

years ago, and are showing the wear of many years of use.

The project is expected to cost $117,000 and should be

completed early this year. Funding is being generated from
marina operations revenues.

Many of the upgrades will benefit the environment, including

automated light switches, low-floor toilets and the use of
recycled materials in construction. The floors, walls, lighting,

Renovations are planned for four restroom facilities

ventilation and plumbing fixtures will all be replaced. The

located within the marina building, including public mens

number of sinks, showers and toilets will remain the same.

and womens restrooms and shower-equipped mens and

NEW MARINA POSSIBLE IN CONNEAUT

The Conneaut Port Authority is investigating a project to

Tiger Boat Docks would perform the site analysis and

construct a 50-dock marina in the southwest corner of

create a master plan to recommend the best way to

Conneaut Harbor. The harbor, just north of Conneaut, Ohio,

utilize the land. Money for the project would be sought

on Lake Erie, already has two publicly-managed marinas: the

through conventional loans, though total costs have not

Port Conneaut Marina and the lagoon marina.

been discussed.

The marina would be erected in the middle of the harbor

The project would also include improvements to the lagoon.

sandbar. Conneaut city administrators have met with the port

authority to show support for the proposal.

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Cruising

ASA FLOTILLA TO PINE ISLAND SOUND

The 2nd annual American Sailing Association Flotilla Cruise is being planned for March 20 to 27. The flotilla will make its way
through the waters of Charlotte Harbor and Pine Island Sound in southwest Florida and will visit Cabbage Key, Cayo Costa and
other barrier islands.
This flotilla will leave from Burnt Store Marina in Charlotte Harbor. The nearby barrier islands contain parks, spectacular
beaches, resorts and an abundance of wildlife. Many of the islands on the itinerary are only accessible by boat.
Participants can arrange for their own bareboat, arrange for a charter boat with a skipper or put their own vessel into the flotilla.
There is a $100 per person flotilla fee. The route will include overnight stops in both anchorages and resort marina docks.
american-sailing.com

SENTOA RENDEZVOUS
The 2010 Southeast Nordic Tug Owners Association (SENTOA) will be held at the Marina at Ortega Landing in Jacksonville,
Florida, from April 20 to 22. The dockage rate will be $1.50 per foot. Contact the dockmaster at (904) 387-5538 to reserve a slip.
Membership in SENTOA is open to current, previous and aspiring Nordic Tug owners regardless of their location.
sentoa.org

ROUND THE WORLD YACHT RALLY

The Round the World Yacht Rally, an event that will take

The Bluewater Round the World Yacht Rally is not a race

approximately 18 months to complete, is scheduled to begin

around the globe. It is also not designed to stress the boats

next December 1 at St. Lucia in the Caribbean. The sailing

or the crew. The goal is to take the stress out of a round-the-

route stays primarily in tropical and sub-tropical regions of the

world cruise with routes that have been carefully selected

world, and participants can join in or drop out for any leg.

for comfort. Worries about repairs and maintenance,

Rally participants will be accompanied at sea at all times

throughout the whole voyage and will have access to a wide
range of close-support services. The Rally leaders and their
staff are available to assist with medical, navigation and repair
services, as well as crew back-up.

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emergency medical crewing relief, yacht deliveries, routings

and timings are taken care of, and help with clearance
formalities is available.
yachtrallies.com

TRAWLER FEST IN FORT LAUDERDALE

Trawler Fest is coming up quickly, and will take place from
January 29 to 31 at its new location at the Bahia Mar Beach
Resort & Yachting Center in Fort Lauderdale. The boat show
hours are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m.
to 4 p.m. on Sunday, with seminars from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.,
Friday through Sunday.
Cruise into the resort and experience a 250-slip, megayacht
marina, and four miles of state-of-the-art dockage. The resort
offers countless amenities, including a seven-mile stretch of
beach, tennis courts, a fitness center and water sports activities.
Hotel accommodations at the resort are available at rates
ranging from $169 per night with marina views, to $199 per night
for oceanfront accommodations.
If coming by boat, dockage space is available at the yachting
center for exhibitor and private boats.
Pre-register online at www.passagemaker.com/Default.
aspx?TabId=341, or by calling the PassageMaker/Trawler Fest
office at (888) 487-2953.

USEPPA ISLAND CATBOAT RENDEZVOUS

The next biennial Catboat Rendezvous will be held from February 25 to 27, 2010, and will be hosted by the Useppa Island Yacht
Club on the tropical Useppa Island, Florida. This time, it will include classic wooden vessels in addition to catboats, with priority
given to sailing boats.
While the event will feature catboat racing, the character will be lighthearted, with the spotlight on sharing enthusiasm for catboats,
as well as on activities, such as games. Price reductions will be available for docking and for accommodations. The timing of the
event is such that the location will be ideal for boating, sailing and fishing on this isolated island in Pine Island Sound.
Although the conference begins on a Thursday, organizers recommend arriving on the Wednesday immediately beforehand. As
an incentive, attendees may choose to take advantage of discounts for five- and seven-day stays.
Because of the limited docking space, boaters interested in the meeting should register as early as possible by emailing Jay
Taylor at jaytomato@aol.com or Michael Albert at mycopres@aol.com.

GEORGE TOWN CRUISING REGATTA

Cruising yachtsmen from around the world will gather in

The regatta is run by a Regatta Committee formed of

George Town, Exumas, in the Bahama Islands, from March 1

volunteers from the cruising community. Funds to support

to 14 for the George Town Cruising Regatta.

the regatta are derived primarily from the sale of t-shirts and

The regatta started out as a series of yacht races but has

grown through the years to a week-long series of parties,
contests and competitive games. For the past several

hats. The design on the t-shirts is different each year and is

selected from submissions by the cruisers through a vote on
registration day.

years, there have been as many as 450 boats in the harbor

The regatta has for many years made a significant

for the event.

contribution to the Bahamas National Family Island Regatta

that is held in April of each year.
georgetowncruising.com

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U.S. NAVY POSTAGE STAMPS

National

The U.S. Post Office will issue four new stamps on February 4 to immortalize U.S. Navy members at the Arleigh and Roberta
Burke Theatre of the U.S. Navy Memorial in Washington, D.C. The event begins at 10:30 a.m., and is free and open to the public.
The Distinguished Sailors stamps will feature William S. Sims, Arleigh A. Burke, John McCloy and Doris Miller. All of these
sailors have impressive histories with the Navy.
Sims was Commander of the European forces in World War I. Burke was a destroyer squadron commander during World War II,
and later helped modernize the Navy during the Cold War. McCloy is one of the few to have earned two Medals of Honor for
separate acts of heroism. Miller was awarded a Navy Cross for his heroic actions during Pearl Harbor.
The symbols next to the individuals are the crests of the ships named in each mans honor.
usps.com

EPA POSTPONES ETHANOL DECISION

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has

the increase. These tests will be the deciding factor in the

decided to delay its determination on the increase of

approval of the increase.

allowable ethanol content in fuel until next summer.

However, it does seem likely that the EPA will approve
the increase.

Numerous comments have been made by the National

Marine Manufacturers Association and other boater
advocacy groups warning that higher ethanol blends may

Growth Energy, a biofuels industry association, asked

lead to serious marine engine problems. More testing

the EPA to increase the limit on allowed ethanol from

is required to determine the effects on performance,

10 percent to 15 percent in March 2009. According to the

durability and emissions for marine engines.

agency, not all of the tests have been completed, but two

epa.gov

tests have indicated that newer car engines can handle

JOHN DEERE POWER SYSTEMS OFFERS

EXTENDED WARRANTY
John Deere Power Systems has revised the recreational yacht extended warranty
program to offer eligible marine customers a 5-year/2,000-hour extended
warranty at no additional cost. The warranty will apply to new propulsion engines
installed in newly constructed or repowered vessels. The extended warranty is
intended for personal uses, and vessels generating revenue will not be eligible.
The warranty covers John Deere marine engine components, electronic control units and John Deere-supplied accessories.
Maintenance and third-party parts are not included in the extended warranty program.
Engine installation and performance must be consistent with John Deeres application guidelines, and verified by sea trial.
The engine must be operated within its intended duty profile with a correctly sized propeller, and customers are required to
perform scheduled maintenance to remain eligible.
deere.com

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NMMA IS BRINGING THE DOGS TO BOATERS

A well-known dog-jumping competition is landing at

DockDogs

three boat shows that the National Marine Manufacturers

Association (NMMA) will host during winter 2010, with hopes
of drawing an increased number of spectators. Boaters tend
to be dog owners, according to research gathered for a
television commercial, Dogs, on Discover Boating.
DockDogs will be parts of the Chicago Boat, RV & Outdoors
Show, January 13 to 17; Louisville Boat, RV & Sportshow,
January 20 to 24; and, the St. Louis Boat & Sportshow,
February 10 to 14. The internationally renowned contest was
launched in 2000 at the ESPN Great Outdoor Games, and
has grown to more than 100 events each year.
Competing canines from anywhere in the United States
will face-off in events including the racing match, Speed
Retrieval; the height challenge, Extreme Vertical; and the
sprinting activity that records the amount of air and distance
that dogs cover, and ends with a leap into a pool, Big Air.
Humans attending are welcome to bring their pooches, as
spectators or as contestants.

PIRATES OF COLONIAL AMERICA EXHIBIT PREMIERES

The Pirates of Colonial America exhibit will be showcased at

Historical researchers, authors and veteran museum

three National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA)

coordinators John Moga and Jon Paul Van Harpen created

boat shows in 2010. The exhibit will offer an interactive and

this visually compelling exhibit to highlight the Pirates

educational attraction for the entire family.

journey throughout the Revolutionary War.

The exhibit offers many interactive features, which will give

The exhibit will be featured at the following NMMA shows

visitors the opportunity to learn how pirates played an active

in 2010: Kansas City Boat & Sportshow, January 7 to 10;

and interesting role in early Colonial America. Their efforts

Chicago Boat, RV & Outdoors Show, January 13 to 17 and

ranged from selling inexpensive, untaxed goods to starting

Minneapolis Boat Show, January 20 to 24.

the first North American college.

nmma.org

WATER-ACCESS SYMPOSIUM SEEKS SUBMISSIONS

Organizers of the Working Waterways and Waterfronts

Interested parties with experience in applying successful

National Symposium on Water Access are seeking

working waterfront planning and implementation approaches

presentation submissions for the event, which will be held

are invited to submit an abstract to the symposium.

from September 27 to 30, 2010, in Portland, Maine. The

Those strongly encouraged to submit are not limited to

submissions are due January 22.

The symposium will provide a forum to help communities,
organizations, businesses and individuals address

members of commercial and recreational fishing and

boating communities, economic development agencies and
academic researchers.

waterfront access challenges by showcasing successful

Further information and submission requirements can be

models and tools from around the country.

found at wateraccessus.com.

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Sailing

2010 MIAMI GRAND PRIX

Tim Wilkes/Tim Wilkes.com

The 2010 edition of the Miami Grand

Prix will take place from March 4 to 7.
Invited classes include IRC boats, Farr
40s and Melges 32s. Premiere Racings
professionally-run regatta in the ocean
waters off Miami, coupled with the
South Beach nightlife, attracts racing
sailors from across the country and
around the world.
The competition is always top-tier and
the same high level of international
talent is expected for the 2010 regatta.
Following Premiere Racings Key West
Race Week in January, the Miami
Grand Prix will enable the Farr 40 crews
to prepare, and then peak, in time for

Left to right: Anema & Core, Synergy, Rio

their April World Championship in the

Dominican Republics Casa de Campo.
The Melges 32 southern winter circuit begins with their December Gold Cup in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, is followed by the class
Mid Winter Championship in Key West and concludes with the Miami Grand Prix.
Race headquarters will be based at the Miami Beach Marina, official site and the exclusive marina for all classes. The marina
waterfront boardwalk will be full of activities including the welcoming reception, post race socials and final day prize giving.
premiere-racing.com

KEY WEST INTERNATIONAL SAILING REGATTA

Veteran sailboat racing teams from around the world

and talent-laden international Melges 24 that typically draws

are to compete in the waters off Continental Americas

the largest field. The Farr 40 and Melges 32 classes feature

southernmost city during Key West 2010, scheduled Monday

tough competition from American and European teams.

through Friday, January 18 to 22.

IRC classes are to feature the debut of sailor Sir Irvine

Now in its 23rd year, the Key West event is one of the most

Laidlaws 82-foot Highland Fling XI, and several current and

prestigious sailing regattas on the international calendar.

previous world champion title-holders are planning to race in

National and international racing teams, including that of

Key West.

repeat competitor Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark, will

compete with teams from around the United States during
fi ve days of competition.

Key Wests historic seaport, stretching along the islands

Gulf of Mexico shoreline, serves as headquarters for the
racing boats and their crews. Sailing aficionados can mingle

The action is slated to begin at 10:30 a.m. daily, with as many

with crews at the docks before and after races, and book

as 10 races scheduled during the challenge. Competitors are

seats on spectator boats at the pier.

to race on courses set over an 8-mile stretch of the Atlantic

Ocean, just off Key Wests shore and inside the continental
United States only living coral barrier reef.
One-design entries are strongly featured in the 2010 regatta
lineup in classes such as the Farr 40, Melges 32, J/105, J/80

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Spectators also can watch the races from prime viewing

spots on land including Atlantic-front restaurants, resorts
and beaches.
premiere-racing.com

INTERNATIONAL ROLEX REGATTA

IS MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE
St. Thomas Yacht Club/Ingrid Abery

Sailors know that the International Rolex

Regatta, hosted by the St. Thomas
Yacht Club and scheduled for March
26 through March 28, is the only major
Caribbean regatta that is run by a yacht
club. This regatta guarantees exceptional
racing by virtue of its dependable trade
winds and, even more important, a
professional race management team.
Among the highlights of the regatta are
the spectacular race courses that thread
their way through and around the cuts,
cays and islands off the east end of
St. Thomas. Competitors also enjoy
the now famous town races, which
take the fleet from the St. Thomas Yacht
Vincitore, skippered by Jim Mitchell (SUI),
winner of 2009 IRC Class

Club right into the heart of the bustling

commercial harbor of Charlotte Amalie.
On shore, crews are well looked after

Non-Spinnaker Racing), One-Design IC 24s and Beach Cats.

with a variety of social gatherings, including a reggae music

IRR remains a part of the US-IRC Gulf Stream Series and

concert and food festival, along with traditional beach parties

directly precedes the BVI Spring Regatta and Sailing Festival,

at the club.

which is held next door and links the two to make Virgin

The International Rolex Regatta typically hosts classes for

Islands Race Week.

IRC, CSA (Spinnaker Racing, Spinnaker Racing/Cruising and

rolexcupregatta.com

BVI SPRING REGATTA ADDS

WINDSURFING CHAMPIONSHIP
New for 2010, the BVI Spring Regatta will host the BVI Windsurfing Championship. This event will run
concurrently with the 39th annual BVI Spring Regatta and Sailing Festival, March 29 to April 4.
With the format of one board-three sails, amateur and
professional competitors may compete in either the
Formula or the Open classes. Classes will be further
divided by age and sex. Although on most days
competitors can expect two to three races per day with
distance and courses varying throughout Sir Francis
Drake Channel, there is at least one downwind long-haul
planned as the boards race from the flat water of Eustacia
Sound to regatta central, Nanny Cay.
Nanny Cay Resort and Marina, the presenting sponsor
and host, welcomes the board sailors and is allowing
those without other accommodations to camp on the
premises. In North Sound, there will be facilities for rigging and limin
between races, and group discounts on dinner and accommodations.
bvispringregatta.org

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NEW PRODUCTS

TRI-COLOR LAMP
With a port, starboard, stern and all-round
white/anchor light, the NaviLED Tri-Color
Navigation Lamp from Hella Marine offers
superior reliability, efficiency and visibility.
Constructed of UV-resistant, high-impact nylon
with a heavy-duty Polyamide lens, the housing
provides outstanding protection from vibration
and shock. With no filaments or bulbs to break,
the light requires no maintenance and is spikeand reverse-polarity protected. The easy-toinstall compact unit measures 3-3/4 inches
high by 3-1/3 inches in diameter.
$600.00 hellamarine.com // (770) 631-7500

PORTABLE ALCOHOL HEATER

The lightweight HeatMate 5200 Portable Alcohol Heater from
Contoure is an efficient, safe source of heat that doubles as
a stove. The units canister system employs nonflammable
material for the wick, and absorbs more than one quart of
alcohol. The heater prevents fuel from leaking, and water
easily extinguishes any alcohol fuel. The canister system also
eliminates pumping, priming, hoses and valves. The compact
item is made from aluminum and has a carrying strap.
$169.95 contoure.com // (888) 551-1041

QUICK STORE SYSTEM

Accon Marine's Quick Store System offers extra
pockets to keep small items safely stored while
boating. Each pouch securely hooks onto Quick
Release stainless steel drink holders. Durable and
breathable, the system is constructed from waterrepellent, vinyl-coated polyester mesh fabric. Its
antimicrobial properties make it resistant to mold
and mildew. Lightweight and low-maintenance,
the system dries switftly, is easy to install and
effortless to clean.
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50 GLB | Jan/Feb 10

ANCHOR FOR RACING YACHTS

The Racer Anchor from Manson Anchors is the first
production anchor designed for racing yachts that are
12 to 45 feet long. The strong but lightweight aluminum
anchor holds firmly in virtually any type of seabed.
Durable stability balls make the Racer faster and resist
rotation while embedded in the sea floor. The balls also
reduce the width of the lower balance bar, which makes
the anchor easier to stow.
$185.95 manson-marine.co.nz // (866) 383-1888

C-MAP MAX
Jeppesen Marines updated C-MAP MAX Fall 2009
electronic charts expand coverage areas for key boating
regions, and provide MAX users with an additional 1,380
quality photos of U.S., Canadian and Caribbean harbors,
marinas and inlets. The charts have been updated with
2009-2010 fishing regulations and 9,000 new lakes.
Each chart title includes new underwater obstacles, the
shifting of channels or the relocations of navaids.
$199 or $99 jeppesen.com // (800) 353-2107

BOW MOUNT MOTOR LOCK

DuraSafe Inc. has developed a lock that helps
prevent the theft of bow mount motors. The patentpending lock replaces the factory knob and secures
the motor to the mount. It screws into place, and with
the turn of a key, protects the motor. The Bow Mount
Lock offers reliable, affordable theft protection and
eliminates the hassle of having to remove the motor
when the boat is unattended. The knob fits the most
popular MotorGuide bow mount trolling motors.
$18.99 durasafelocks.com // (262) 544-5615

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BOAT CARE & FEEDING

PHASEGUARD4
PHASEGUARD4 Ethanol Fuel Treatment from CRC Industries
provides maximum corrosion protection for E10 to E85 fuel,
and prevents phase separation. One ounce treats 10 gallons
of fuel for in-season protection or fi ve gallons for storage. It
cleans the entire fuel system, and restores engine power and
performance. PHASEGUARD4 works with all gas-powered,
two- and four-stroke engines.
$12.99 or $18.99 crcindustries.com/marine // (215) 674-4300

ECOLOGICAL PSR
PSR from TRAC Ecological Marine Products rids potable
water systems of odors and discoloration. Non-toxic and
biodegradable, it is safe for users, equipment and the
environment. It will not harm the properties of most surfaces,
including plastic, metal, rubber, fiberglass, vinyl, wood and paint.
However, boaters should proceed with caution when PSR is used
with zinc-based metals, such as tin, or galvanized materials. One
gallon treats 30 to 40 gallons of potable water.
$77.95 trac-online.com // (954) 987-2722

CLEAR X GLASS
Use Venco Clear X on any glass in your vessel to protect
it and to reduce the amount of dirt that adheres to it.
The system is simple to use. The kit reduces defogging
time and saves money on replacement wiper blades.
The products are water-based and will not damage
surrounding frames or gaskets, or emit harmful fumes.
$19.98 or $69.98 vencomarine.com // (888) 650 -2585

52 GLB | Jan/Feb 10

OIL GONE EASY

Oil Gone Easy Marine S-200 is a bilge cleaner that uses a natural,
EPA-recognized process called bioremediation to assist with
the easy and safe discharge of the water that inevitably mixes
with engine oils and other lubricants. The product will not harm
rubber, wood or fiberglass, and is totally biodegradable. Pour one
bottle of Oil Gone Easy Marine into the bilge and the product will
literally eat any leaking oil for up to two months.
$21.95 oilgoneeasy.com // (610) 572-3643

TROLLING THUNDER
The ODYSSEY PC1800-FT Marine Dual Purpose battery provides
greater power for onboard components while occupying less
space than an 8D battery. The nominal capacity is 20 hours and
the reserve capacity is 475 minutes. Measuring 22.75 inches
long, 4.9 inches wide and 12.44 inches high, it weighs 132.3
pounds. The unit can be mounted in almost any position. It
protects against high-impact shock and mechanical vibrations
and will last from three to 10 years.
$820.80 odysseybatter y.com // (800) 538-3627

PERFECTION PLUS,
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Schooner Gold has an amber hue, an outstanding gloss, and
reduces the need to sand in between each coat. Compass is an
amber-colored, fast-drying polyurethane varnish. Painters can
apply all three products directly to all types of wood.
$17.99, $30 or $50 yachtpaint.com // (800) 468-7589

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MARINE MART

SAILBOATS
2006 28 Alerion Express Sailboat:
Clean, freshwater classic in Holland,
MI. See www.yachtworld.com/gys for
complete listing and photos or call
(616) 403-3896. $98,500.
2004 45 Hunter 456 Sailboat: Roller
furling main & jib, fully loaded, like new,
cruisers dream. For more information,
call (586) 477-8646.

POWERBOATS
18 Wood Lafitte Skiff: Cajun built.
Bells, whistles, horns, brass. Volvo
Penta 3 cylinder, turbo diesel inboard.
HD, DP trailer, w/1989 GMC towing
pickup. 305 V-8, auto, A/C.
Phone (815) 455-2179. $3500.

1994 29 Tiara Open: Excellent

condition. Twin Crusader 350s.
Raytheon electronics (radar, autopilot,
VHF/hailer, video echo sounder). New
canvas. Electric planner board reels,
rod holders, much more. See
www.LokeLures.com homepage.
(586) 725-5911. $79,900 OBO.
1969 30 Lyman Express Cruiser:
Twin 250 Crusaders, new camperback
screens, ising glass, second owner
for 35 years, inside winter storage,
new upholstery following Lyman
orginal. Email bamboolkwd@bge.net
Vermilion, OH. Asking $35,000.

1998 Cruisers Yachts 3575 Express:

13 beam, stable, roomy; 7.4 Merc
MPIs; 480 hrs; A/C, gen, electric
galley; great condition.
(248) 646-0512. $90,000.
Meridian Cockpit MotorYacht: Perfect
for cruising or entertaining! Spacious,
luxurious, quiet, powerful, fast, safe!
Loaded. 2 Cabins/heads. Excellent
condition. D.O.C. easy docking. T370
diesels. Dinghy package. SatTV.
$279K. (770) 992-1416.
(see photo below)

(see photo below)

(see photo below)

1985 26 29LOA Carver Montego:

In water & ready. 350cid New Merc
outdrive 2009. 6 ft. + headroom.
midcabin, galley, pumpout head,
hot pressure water, tele & transom
showers, halon, Datamarine speed/
dist. Log. (724) 301-0709. $7,500.
1988 Sea Ray 270 Sundancer: Wellmaintained. Twin 4.3 engines. Very
clean. 10 beam. Nice condition. Email
for more info. chftrtgall@aol.com or
call (262) 538-4977. Can deliver
WI/MI?

54 GLB | Jan/Feb 10

2006 320 Express Cruisers Yacht:

Garmin 3210, 21-mile radar, sonar, fish
finder, many extras. 190 hours, fresh
water only, comes with slip, Sodus
Bay, NY. Call Mick (585) 490-0001.
$139,999.00.

1990 41 Silverton Aft Cabin: 502

Crusaders, new carpet and upholstery.
Trades welcome. View at
www.boatinggreenbay.com under club
boats. Phone J.C. at (715) 304-8477.
$90,500.

(see photo below)

TO ADVERTISE

IN GLB

please email:
1998 Carver 350 Mariner: Loaded
w/air, generator, autopilot, radar/chart.
Twin 454ci gas w/low hours. Clean.
Call Mike at (312) 501-7679. Reduced
to sell: $111,900.

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INDIANA

JANUARY 21-24
Naples Boat Show
Renaissance Village
Naples

FEBRUARY 19-28
Indianapolis Boat, Sport &
Travel Show
Indiana State Fairgrounds
Indianapolis
indianapolisboatsportand

miacc.org/events

JANUARY 21-24
Charlotte County Boat Show
Charlotte County Fairgrounds
Port Charlotte
swfmia.com

12

ILLINOIS

23

chicagoboatshow.com

JANUARY 14-17
All-Canada Show Chicago
Pheasant Run Resort Mega Center
St. Charles

29

30

allcanadashow.com/html/chicago/

JANUARY 28-31
Strictly Sail Chicago
Navy Pier
Chicago

strictlysailchicago.com

JANUARY 15-17
Quad City Boat, RV &
Vacation Show
RiverCenter
Davenport

showspan.com

10

FEBRUARY 13-21
Detroit Boat Show
Cobo Center
Detroit

13

14

iowashows.com

mbia.org

KENTUCKY
13
14

FEBRUARY 17-21
Grand Rapids Boat Show
DeVos Place
Grand Rapids

louisvilleboatshow.com

JANUARY 13-17
Chicago Boat, RV & Outdoors Show
McCormick Place North
Chicago

5
MICHIGAN
JANUARY 7-10
Ultimate Fishing Show
Rock Financial Showplace
Novi

JANUARY 20-24
Louisville Boat, RV & Sportshow
Kentucky Exposition Center
Louisville

strictlysailmiami.com

22

IOWA

miamiboatshow.com

11

baltimoreboatshow.com

travelshow.com

FEBRUARY 11-15
Miami International Boat Show
Miami Beach Convention Center
Miami

FEBRUARY 11-15
Strictly Sail Miami
Miamarina at Bayside
Miami

JANUARY 21-24
Baltimore Boat Show
Baltimore Convention Center
Baltimore

EVENTS CALENDAR

FLORIDA

24
25
LOUISIANA

19

20

21

showspan.com

FEBRUARY 18-21
1st Annual Great Lakes Outdoor
Recreation Expo
Cobo Center
Detroit

26

27

28

mbia.org

JANUARY 15-17
Southern Louisiana Boat,
Sport & RV Show
Houma Terrebonne Civic Center
Houma

MARCH 11-14
Spring Boating Expo
Rock Financial Showplace
Novi

bacshows.com

mbia.org

31

JANUARY

MARYLAND

MINNESOTA

JANUARY 14-17
Fishing Expo & Boat Show
Maryland State Fairgrounds
Timonium
Lutherville Timonium

JANUARY 20-24
Minneapolis Boat Show
Minneapolis Convention Center
Minneapolis

10

15

16

17

minneapolisboatshow.com

fishingexpo.com

11

12

13

14

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EVENTS CALENDAR

NEW YORK

JANUARY 21-24
All-Canada Show Milwaukee
Milwaukee County
Sports Complex
Franklin

JANUARY 20-24
New York Boat Show
Jacob Javits Convention
Center
New York

allcanadashow.com

nyboatshow.com

OHIO

JANUARY 15-24
Cincinnati Travel, Sports &
Boat Show
Cincinnati Convention
Center
Cincinnati
hartproductions.com

MARCH 5-6
Ghost Ships Festival
Wyndham Milwaukee Airport &
Convention Center
Milwaukee

ACE Recreational Marine Insurance

21

CANADA

Adventure Craft

27

JANUARY 9-17
2010 Toronto International
Boat Show
Direct Energy Centre Canada
Toronto

Atlantic-Meeco

BC

ghost-ships.com

JANUARY 15-24
Mid-America Boat &
Fishing Show
International Exposition (I-X)
Center
Cleveland

Advertiser Index

Dept. of Agriculture

31

Eldean Shipyard

23

Essex Credit

01

torontoboatshow.com

IFC

Foremost Insurance

midamericaboatshow.com

TENNESSEE
JANUARY 6-10
Nashville Boat & Sportshow
Nashville Convention Center
Nashville

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nashvilleboatshow.com

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