Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
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Let us put you on the water at Tempe Town Lake, offering a variety of watercraft and —the perfect escape: tempe@boats4rent.com. To see what’s available on this popular local lake, contact one of the boating staff: • Boat Permit Information: Marianne Selby, 480-350-5241; marianne_selby@tempe.gov • Boating Program Information: Ryan Allison, 480-350-8069; ryan_allison@tempe.gov • Alicia Jerger, 480-350-8034; alicia_jerger@tempe.gov... Full story
ANOTHER WAY -- to enjoy Arizona's waterways it to rent a boat suited to your style. Invert Sports provides rentals, watersport lessons, and charters at Powell, Mead, Havasu, Mohave, Pleasant, Alamo, Apache, Bartlett, Canyon, Upper Lake Mary, Lyman, Reservation, Roosevelt, Saguaro, San Carlos lakes, and the Colorado River, Parker. For more information, (888)205-7119/ info@invertsports.com/ www.invertsports.com. Tell them Arizona Boating & Watersports sent you.... Full story
After "Thunder on the River," perhaps a quieter experience is in order. Located at the London Bridge English Village, Sunset Charter & Tour Company of Lake Havasu City offers the only year-round tour-boat operation in the area and has won a 2013 Certificate of Excellence on Trip Advisor and has been voted the #1 "Things to Do in Lake Havasu" on Trip Advisor. Their excursions focus on the natural beauty of the Colorado River.... Full story
One of the best decisions I ever made was to take the US Sailing Instructor class. Now you can make that same decision to improve your sailing and prepare to help teach others about this great sport. Sign up for classes being offered the first two weekends of January 2014. Registration is open now. You'll find our class on the bottom of the calendar list at http://arizonayachtclub.org/education. When you click on the "enroll now" button, you'll be taken to a scary page of pre-requisites and... Full story
This is a reminder to save the date for the 2014 Inland Waterways Conference (IWC), scheduled March 5-7 (Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday). The conference dates have shifted one day because of the Mardi Gras celebration of Fat Tuesday (Tuesday, March 4). As a result we are providing an extra block of rooms for those who would like to come down to New Orleans one or two days in advance of the IWC to take part in and enjoy the Mardi Gras celebration. Because we are at the Hyatt Regency at the... Full story
It's said that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. For the many sportfisher owners who are turning to Seakeeper for gyroscopic stabilization, it's also a means for gaining the maximum fishing advantage. In increasing numbers, owners and builders recognize that a gyro not only increases crew comfort, but can also help deliver the winning edge. Seasickness and fatigue can plague even the most experienced fishermen. Seakeeper gyros ease these problems by reducing resonant boat roll up to... Full story
Mesa, Ariz. (August 23, 2013) – The courtesy dock at Saguaro Del Norte Ramp 1 was damaged by a boat fire August 11, 2013. The dock will remain closed until necessary repairs can be completed. Ramp 1 as well as ramp 2 and courtesy dock 2 remain open for launching boats at Saguaro Lake. “We ask for public understanding, support and cooperation as it could take several months to complete the needed repairs.” stated Gary Hanna, Mesa District Ranger. For further information please contact the Mesa... Full story
NO BETTER PLACE The Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup: sunny clime, rocky outcrops, ideal wind conditions and high-class sailing. 2013 marks the 24th edition of the world’s premiere rendezvous for Maxi yachts held in Porto Cervo, Sardinia. Five days of racing on the Costa Smeralda commences tomorrow with 37 eye-catching Maxi yachts (ranging from 60 to a gigantic 157-ft) negotiating an environment as challenging as it is dramatic. “The two things which make the event unique are the race courses and the partic... Full story
CONFINED SPACE ENTRY DANGERS Understanding Hazards This Safety Alert serves as a reminder to Coast Guard personnel and the maritime community of the potential dangers of confined space entries. During two recent inspections, Coast Guard Inspectors’ gas meters alarmed, preventing a potential loss of life or serious injury.1 In the first case, an inspector was on board a tank vessel to conduct a Port State Control Examination. In anticipation of the examination, the crew opened the hatch to the Fr... Full story
NEWPORT, R.I. (Sept. 6, 2013) – A significant sidebar relevant to the current bicentennial celebrations of the Battle of Lake Erie is the progress of Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry’s namesake ship, the SSV Oliver Hazard Perry, which is currently under construction and nearing completion in Rhode Island. In 2008, the non-profit Oliver Hazard Perry Rhode Island (OHPRI) bought the ship’s steel hull from a Canadian group, which had begun the project of creating a museum ship for historic Amher... Full story
Having frosty drinks or frozen items at hand makes a great day on the water even better. The SW Class Cockpit Freezer/Refrigerator from Frigibar transforms boat owners' wishes into reality with convenient on-deck access to exceptional marine refrigeration power. This versatile unit meets refreshment needs of any outing, whether long or short. Equipped with dual temperature control, it can serve as either a freezer or refrigerator. High efficiency copper/aluminum heat exchanger coils maintain food and drink, whether frozen or chilled, at precise... Full story
An almost three-hour delay – due to lack of breeze – on the penultimate day of racing at the New York Yacht Club Invitational Cup presented by Rolex was subsequently followed by a general recall once racing got underway on Rhode Island Sound. It was the first time thus far in the five-day regatta that the 20 yacht club teams were racing outside, which meant they were relieved of the need to frequently tack back and forth along the shore of Aquidneck Island as they had done over the previous thr... Full story
• could be ready for late season 2014 • highly developed, has various important changes in comparison to # 1+2 (i.ex an additional sun deck, other engines) • still can have various performance packages from 21kn up to 30kn • the best hull and superstructure w.w. on a +40m MY with highest quality Epoxy and Carbon materials • new unique features • latest technical equipment • various options still possible • interior style customized based on owners wishes. Could be also done similar as hull... Full story
Greetings from the wooden boat festival in Port Townsend, Wa. Hundreds of wooden boats from 7' to 130' including a few that were old, 100 years ago. Great time and I would recommend it to anyone! Cheers, Ray... Full story
CHICAGO (September 10, 2013) – The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) announced today the launch of the Progressive Insurance San Francisco Boat Show, created from the Northern California Marine Association’s integration with NMMA to meet the industry’s needs for a major boat show in northern California. The inaugural event is scheduled for January 23-26, 2014 at McCovey Cove and Pier 48, adjacent to AT&T Park. The show has the capacity for more than 100 boats in-water and dozen... Full story
Spectators will experience another spectacular yacht racing show on San Francisco Bay when the Rolex Big Boat Series takes center stage later this month as the first event succeeding the 34th America's Cup. WHO: Hundreds of Competitors sailing in IRC, HPR and five one-design classes (Melges 24, J/105s, J/120s, J/70s and Express 37s) as well as a performance multihull class. WHAT: The 49th annual Rolex Big Boat Series will serve as the HPR National Championship, the J/120 North American...
The Royal Canadian Yacht Club team from Toronto has won the 2013 New York Yacht Club Invitational Cup presented by Rolex, successfully defending the title they first won in 2011 at the second edition of this biennial Corinthian event. The fifth and final day of racing was notable for a prolonged delay to the start of racing when breeze from a steady direction failed to materialize. Racing got underway, in about seven knots of wind out on Rhode Island Sound, but before long the 20 yacht club... Full story
The Lake Havasu National Refuge Complex has created a safety zone that is anticipated to reduce the likelihood of boat collisions in the Havasu National Wildlife Refuge at the Interstate 40 Bridge on the Colorado River. The expansion of commercial development at the Topock 66 Marina is expected to greatly increase boating traffic in the area. Safety concerns had been expressed by the Arizona Game and Fish Department and Lake Havasu Marine Association. A No Wake Zone has been created with two boundary lines of regulatory buoys approximately 700... Full story
Impolite, self-centered behavior could well describe a kindergarten sandbox at recess, but it also fits the description of the mayhem that some boat launch ramps experience on a busy summer weekend. If America's famed etiquette expert, Miss Manners, were to visit a launch ramp, what lack of courtesy would she find? Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) has the answer with these top five launch ramp etiquette rules that can make the task go a lot easier and faster for all. Be... Full story
Everyone loves a good story about boating mishaps — as long as it's not their own. For 30 years the BoatUS Marine Insurance damage-avoidance publication Seaworthy has combed through the BoatUS claims files to shed light on how boats are damaged and how boaters are injured, and to suggest research-based solutions to keep its readers from becoming a statistic. Free to BoatUS insureds and available to others by annual subscription, Seaworthy celebrates its 30th anniversary with five boating m... Full story
Dan Turner came from the Arkansas/Missouri area in 1987. He had started there in fiberglass manufacturing, which he did for about 10 years. Turner made just about everything, including waterslides, and was one of a few not employed in a farm-related business. That was Act 1. Setting the stage for Act 2 for Turner was a request for him to do some repair work back home. His normal fee for manufacturing fiberglass items in 1985 was $12/hour, but he found that doing repairs was bringing some... Full story
KeepAmericaFishing™, (KAF)the industry’s angler-advocacy program, is pleased to announce several ground-breaking developments. These changes will enhance interaction with anglers on issues and provide a more engaging experience across the board. As of late June 2013, KeepAmericaFishing supporters number over 1 million. That is over 1 million anglers advocating for recreational fishing — an army of angler advocates. It started July 1; now you can join KeepAmericaFishing as a member for only... Full story
On July 24, 2013, Thomas J. Dammrich, President of the National Marine Manufacturers Association, will discuss the state of the U.S. recreational boating industry from 2 to 3 p.m. in Room 1310 of the Longworth House Office Building. This informative session will prepare Representatives to discuss the economy and jobs outlook with constituents, armed with the latest data on the demographics and economic impact of recreational boating as they return to their districts for the height of the summer... Full story
CHICAGO—July 17, 2013—Discover Boating today announced a partnership with the AC Open for the 2013 America's Cup to help educate more people about getting started in boating. Discover Boating is on-site at the America's Cup Park in San Francisco on Piers 27/29, with a display featuring a sailing simulator experience that gives youth, ages 7-16, an opportunity to learn what it's like to sail. The Discover Boating display is featured within the America's Cup Center of Sailing, alongside US Sailing and 101 Surf Sports, a San Francisco Bay area pad... Full story
CHICAGO, July 26, 2013—On Sunday, July 28, 2013, the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA), US Superyacht Association (USSA), and Florida Yacht Brokers Association (FYBA), will embark on a collaborative visit to Colombia, South America, to explore potential business opportunities for their members and the U.S. recreational marine industry. Hosted by ProExport, Colombia’s public-private tourism and export organization, the visit is a chance for the U.S. and Colombia to work together to better understand opportunities that now exi... Full story
