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Welcome to Door County Boating, Vol.2 Issue4Greetings boaters. We have the report from the Great Lakes Commission in this issue. It has some eye-opening numbers about the economic impact boaters have on the Great Lake states. We also introduce our first of many articles with Door County Harbor Masters. Door County is having a in-water boat show at Center Pointe Marina in Sturgeon Bay, WI and Bay Marine is having it's 3rd annual rendezvous to Cedar River, with more than 50 boats. Lastly we give some tips and schedule for those attending Menominee's annual Festival Aug 3. Don't forget to REGISTER so you can comment on the articles. By doing so you can take advantage of all this online boating community has to offer.
Enjoy the Great Lakes, and see you on the water.
| Great Lakes Boating Huge Impact |
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Great Lakes Rec Boating economic impact
Ann Arbor, Mich. – Recreational boating on the Great Lakes is big business. Just how big is detailed for the first time in a summary report of boating’s economic impacts to be released July 11 by the Great Lakes Commission.
For example: the 4.3 million recreational boats registered in the eight Great Lakes states generate nearly $16 billion in spending on boats and boating activities in a single year. That spending directly supports 107,000 jobs, a figure that grows to nearly a quart...
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| Meet Sister Bay Marina's Harbor Master |
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Steve Mann of Sister Bay Marina
Sister Bay Municipal Marina
(920) 854-4457
817 N Bay Shore Dr.
Sister Bay, WI 54234
Sister Bay Municipal Marina’s Amenities:
35 Transient Slips ($1.40 per foot)
-water, cable TV hookup, 30-and-50 amp service
-Accept MasterCard and Visa.They deal out 20 slips on a first come, first serve basis (At 7 a.m. they answer the phone and begin the waiting list—don’t worry, boaters camped outside the doors in lawn chairs make the top of the list). The remaining 15 are done by advance rese...
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| Door County Boat Show Aug 3 |
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Door County In Water Boat Show
Boat Show Weekend Schedule:
Aug 3 - 6, 2007
Friday: 12—9p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m.—7 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m.—3 p.m.
Get ready for the 50th Annual Door County In-Water Boat Show at Center Pointe Marina in Sturgeon Bay,WI held this weekend! Four area dealers, in conjunction with a few smaller marine accessory companies, are sponsoring the event that begins at noon on Friday, August 3, and lasts until Sunday, August 6. You will have the opportunity to see at least 35 new bo...
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| Door County classic and wooden boat show |
Saturday, Aug 4
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Sunday, Aug 5
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Spectators and participants are urged to attend the 17th Annual Classic & Wooden Boat Show at DCMM's waterfront grounds in Sturgeon Bay. Hours on Saturday are 9 a.m. - 4 p.m and on Sunday from 10 a.m - 4 p.m.
Entry fee for spectators to the show is $5 for adults and $2 for children
Enter your boat for judging. Twenty-four hour boat security is provided.
Registration is CLOSED for the 2007 Show. All slots are filled. THANK YOU!
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| Chamber's Island Marina Dedication |
New Chambers Island Marina to Be Dedicated
The new Chambers Island Marina will be dedicated at 5 p.m. on Aug. 4, 2007 as a part of the events of the Chambers Island Association, Inc. weekend. The entire Chambers Island community and representatives of the Town of Gibraltar and the Catholic Diocese of Green Bay will be in attendance for the ceremony. The event will include some brief comments by the Marina’s organizers and then the marina will be toasted with champagne. Co-chairman Ben Laird, one of the islanders involved in the...
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| Menominee Fest Attracts Boaters |
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Presenting the 2007 Menominee Waterfront Festival!
The City of Menominee and the Marinette/Menominee Area Chamber of Commerce present the 25th Annual Menominee Waterfront Festival. The days of fun begin Thursday, Aug. 2 and end Sunday, Aug. 5. As you get ready to cruise to the festivities, the Menominee Marina is also preparing for your arrival. The marina has 267 slips that are distributed on a first come, first serve basis, and 15-20 wall spaces equipped with power and water. By Friday o...
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| Weekend Cruise to Cedar River |
 | Cedar River Rendezvous with Bay Marine
Bay Marine is hosting its third annual cruise to Cedar River Marina in Cedar River, MI, from July 20-22. They met half of their goal with 50 boats joining this year’s fleet for a weekend of fun and entertainment on and off the water. For only $50 and a slip fee, those with reservations will leave together in groups on Friday, July 20, to reach Cedar River Marina. Meals are included on the Friday and Saturday nights, as well as breakfast on Sunday morning. Boaters are also encouraged to ...
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