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The 136 foot schooner now resides in the California Yacht Marina in Chula Vista. The South Bayfront Sailing Assoc., a non-profit, has purchased the classic two masted schooner from the Los Angeles Maritime Institute. The South Bayfront Assoc will use the schooner to provide sailing events and educational programs. She is certified to carry 30 passengers and 8 crewmen in open waters. The Bill of Rights was built in 1971 in Maine and led a tall ships parade into New York Harbor during the OptSail... Full story
OPEN! -- Bartlett Lake Marina is open, and we will launch and retrieve your boat for $20 during the shutdown. The boat ramp hours are 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Please call (602) 316-3378. While you are on the phone, check out their excellent slip availability and rates: uncovered, covered, and dry storage.... Full story
NOMINATE NOW -- US Sailing is accepting nominations for its 2013 Rolex Yachtsman and Yachtswoman of the Year awards, widely acknowledged as the foremost individual sailing honors in the nation. Through Nov. 30, each member of US Sailing may nominate the one male and one female sailor they believe has turned in the most outstanding on-the-water performance during the 2013 calendar year. For more information and/or to make a nomination, visit www.ussailing.org.... Full story
It’s been called “one of the greatest comebacks in sports history.” Oracle Team USA has won the America’s Cup with its final winner-take-all Race 19 on San Francisco Bay Sept. 25. It looked as if New Zealand would be the victors as the Kiwis had eight wins as of Sept. 18, but Jimmy Spithill steered Oracle’s high-tech 72-foot catamaran to its own eighth- straight victory and crossed the finish line just seconds before Emirates Team New Zealand. This is the first crew to win eight races in a row... Full story
Bartlett Lake is located in the northeast valley only 48 miles from downtown Phoenix and 17 miles northeast of Carefree and is within one hour from most Valley locations. Access is easy from all parts of the Valley and the scenic Bartlett Lake Road that takes you from Carefree to Bartlett lake is beautiful year around. Bartlett Lake Marina is a family owned marina. If you are a boating novice, one of the family will give you the necessary safety gear and instructions for your day on the lake.... Full story
The public is asked to use extreme caution when using the public launch ramps at Lake Powell. The decrease in water levels has reduced the depth of water in these areas, creating shallow water on the ramps with steep drop-offs. The deepest launch ramp at Lake Powell continues to be Wahweap main ramp. Different boat/trailer combinations require varying depths of water, so remember to assess the water depth for your boat before launching. “We had a similar issue nearly a decade ago,” said Sup... Full story
Registration is now open for the fall race series. Sign up now for the Tempe Town Lake series that begins Sunday, Sept. 21 or the Lake Pleasant series, which begins on Saturday, Oct. 6. And registration is open for the Arizona Sailing Foundation (ASF) fall classes, including beginning sailing, Opti, junior performance sailing, Sailing Skills Development, and Introduction to Sailboat Racing. Busy, right? Fun? Definitely! Cheers, Mike Ferring _______________________________________________________... Full story
As the picture shows, that is a full grown horse with water up to its belly while the cows just have their feet immersed. It tells a safety lesson. This uneven terrain is what is under you while navigating on the water. So, it's important to know the water levels and where you are and to always do a “sanity check” of your surroundings and coordinates. What fun one can have on a slow boat cruising along any of our Arizona lakes, packing a lunch, joining friends are some of the joys of boa... Full story
2% OFF all Jet Ski rentals for the next two weeks!! Print this e-mail and give it to the Jet Ski manager to claim your 20%. (Sept. 20th - Sept. 30th) Are you ready? We have it figured out for you! Treat your family to a day on a Bartlett Lake Jet Ski! Bartlett Lake is 100% full, fuller than it's been in years! The water feels GREAT, especially in this heat, and the fun has started! We are running a TWO WEEK SPECIAL! Only $237 for the day, September 20 - September 30! That's a savings of 20%!... Full story
Fast. Really fast. 260 MPH in 3.2 seconds. Fast. That’s what’s in store for race fans when the Lucas Oil Drag Boat Racing Series (Lucas) stops in Lake Havasu City with the inaugural “Thunder on the River” Oct. 11-13, 2013. Rotary Park is the venue for this televised event and offers close-up race viewing second to none. RV spots, shoreline EZ-Up sites and VIP cabanas are available, and boat mooring along the race course will be offered — something not available at any other venue in the series.... Full story
There is no better way to enhance your appreciation of Lake Havasu and the lower Colorado River than by experiencing one of six different guided boat tours. You can take in the natural, raw beauty of the desert and mountains. Learn about the pioneers who first settled these lands, as well as plants and animals that call the area home. Space is limited so call ahead for reservations. Sunset Experience The “Sunset Experience” is offered daily all year by Sunset Charter and Tour Company (92... Full story
Years ago, Indians spoke of the pristine Verde River waters — the waters that now feed beautiful Bartlett Lake. With its gently sloping beaches, majestic scenery, and countless wildlife, Bartlett is a favorite for all outdoor- lovers. Bigger than Canyon and Saguaro Lakes combined, from boating, to waterskiing, to fishing, Bartlett Lake has it all, and if you don’t have your own boat, Bartlett Lake’s Boat Club has a remarkable fleet for members to use. A tour of this beautiful area is made espec... Full story
The Dolly is a premier Arizona attraction for all generations and offers cruises for all occasions. Rated one of the “25 things to see and do in Arizona” by Official Visitors Guide of Phoenix and New Times “Best Of Phoenix” Winner 2009 and 2010, Dolly is located not far from Mesa, Scottsdale and Phoenix with other attractions for your day trip on the Historic Apache Trail. She is "hostess" to scenic nature curises and twilight dinner cruises. Dolly is air conditioned and heated with ample r... Full story
Just 30 minutes from downtown Phoenix, you can visit a desert oasis. Bald eagles nest along the canyon walls, wild burros come down from the desert highlands and play along the shores. Deep in the inlets and coves, spring flowers trail their leaves in clear water. People have been living in Central Arizona for 15,000 years. Hunter-gatherers and farming cultures gave way to Jesuit and Franciscan priests, Spanish gold prospectors, cattlemen, farmers, Gold Rush miners, gunfighters and outlaws.... Full story
The Lake Mead Cruise and Hoover Dam Discovery starts the day with an insider's tour of Hoover Dam and then becomes a relaxing tour of lovely Lake Mead aboard a three-level paddle wheeler. The tour length from hotel to hotel is 7.5 hours and includes the lake, the dam, and Boulder Dam Museum: (702) 293-6180.... Full story
There are many types of boats available to rent at Roosevelt Lake, whether you wish to explore, wakeboard, just relax, or enjoy the water in your own way. Whether you are staying for a week or just visiting for the day, there is a boat for you. Also available are water-toy packages that include wakeboards, kneeboards,water skis and tubes. All packages include a flag, tow line and an approved flotation device. Call (602) 977-7170 for more information.... Full story
There's no better way to see the best of what Lake Powell has to offer while learning about its history and geology than stepping aboard our guided boat tours available only from Wahweap Marina at the Lake Powell Resort. Enjoy the romance of a sunset dinner cruise, or the fascinating story of building the Glen Canyon Dam on a scenic cruise. From exploring Rainbow Bridge to the wonders of the Navajo Tapestry, you'll see it all! Individual audio sets are included with every tour and are available... Full story
The new Desert Belle is a 143-passenger, two-level boat. It has a partial lower level air-conditioned section and includes two bathrooms and a snack bar. Originally launched in 1964, Desert Belle has been plowing the waters of Saguaro Lake for over forty years. Relax in air-conditioned comfort on one of her 90-minute narrated public cruises and see exotic Arizona wildlife, towering canyon walls, and dramatic desert vistas. This is the perfect spot to bring out-of-town guests. Private cruises... Full story
Before You Go • Get a well-fitting life jacket and have the dog wear it a few times around the home before they get on a boat. Any pet life jacket should have a handle to easily lift the animal out of the water. Check BoatUS.com/doglifejacket. • Have a special ID tag with the name of the boat, marina, slip number and cellphone number on it just in case. If the dog gets lost, it's a lot easier for the person who finds them to get them back to you quickly. • If you'll be going to Canada or Mexic... Full story
So we all plan to go out to the lake. We have listened to the weather forecast and storms are either not identified or often not discussed because the chance is low. Even so, as you go about your day on the lake, be vigilant of those storm cells that are small and fast moving. Most of the time you will have a great amount of wind blowing through the area prior to the rain. If you were paying attention to the weather, then the best thing to do is to move to a sheltered cove and just wait for it... Full story
Many of you in the marine industry and boating world know me; my name is David Esparza, and I have been a member of the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary for 19 years and a volunteer with the Arizona Game and Fish Department as boating safety instructor for 20 years. I have now worked at West Marine in Tempe for almost three years. First, wear your life jacket when around water. Set the example for others to follow — your fellow boaters, your children or your guest upon your boat. Boating accidents can be horrible and deadly; approximately 8... Full story
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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