York Harbor Marine Service

Dock Talk

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  June 2009

Volume IV No. 2   

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In This Issue
From the General Manager
Free Vessel Safety Checks
3rd Dockside Striper Tournament
Whaler Conquest Test Rides
Pump Out Services
 
Father's Day Gift Certificates Available

Father's Day Gift Certificates
Father's Day is June 21st. YHMS has gift certficates which are perfect for that boating dad. Certificates can be used for everything from fuel to repairs. 
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From the General Manager 
Welcome to the first electronic issue of our newsletter Dock Talk.  With Memorial Day Weekend behind us, the boating season is now in full swing.  This issue of Dock Talk features several upcoming events.
 
The Dockside tournament committee, with members from York Hospital and CCA as well as fishing enthusiasts from the community, worked hard all winter to organize the third annual striper tournament happening at the end of the month.  We hope those who have fished the tournament before will enjoy the expanded tournament format this year and that those of you who have not been able to participate yet will join in the fun.
 
We also invite our customers and the Greater York boating community to participate in the free US Coast Guard vessel safety checks being offered on June 13. The members of the USGC Auxilliary who perform these checks offer safety and operational advice to boat owners as well as assuring each boat is in compliance with the federal and state regulations for safety equipment. 
 
More information on each of these events is available below.

Happy (and Safe!) Boating, -- Eric Lusty, General Manager
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 Would Your Boat Pass a USCG Safety Check?
Schedule a Free US Coast Guard Vessel Safety Check and have Breakfast with Us
Saturday, June 13, 9 to Noon 
 
 
Vessel Safety Checks (VSC) assure boaters that they are ready for operating on the water safely. They are an easy way to be sure you are in compliance with Coast Guard equipment requirements and state, Federal, and local regulations.
  • Saturday, June 13, between 9 AM and Noon
  • VSC will take 20-30 minutes to perform (schedule your appointment*)
  • Boat owner must be present and have valid boat registration
  • 2009 US Coast Guard safety decal to those meeting requirements
  • Complimentary continental breakfast
  • 15% discount on all safety related store items (inc. life jackets, fire extinguishers, flares, etc.)

US Coast Guard AuxiliaryU.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary vessel examiners will: verify the presence and condition of specific safety equipment required by Federal, state and local regulations; discuss the purpose and value of required and optional marine safety equipment; answer any boating related safety questions you may have; and make recommendations that will help you have a safer boating experience.

*"Drive-ins" are welcomed, but we recommend an appointment. This will make sure we have an adequate number of examiners available and we can plan for breakfast!

Stop in, call (207-363-3602) or email (office@yorkharbormarine.com) to schedule your VSC.
 
If you can't be with us on June 13 or would just like to prepare for your VSC, the USCG boating safety website offers a self-guided online safety check: go to http://www.uscgboating.org/safety/vsc.htm.
 
If you have questions about the safety checks or want  to schedule your free inspection, contact the marina crew at 207-363-3602. More Information on Safety Checks>>
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Third Annual
Dockside Striper Tournament
June 25-28


New Format, Expanded Species
More Fishing Time!!

  • More Fish Species Included
  • New Women's Category
  • More Fishing Days
  • New Youth "Mackerel" Category
  • Registration (inc. Captain's Party): $125 Adults; $50 Youth 5-14
  • Captain's Party Guests $35
York Hospital LogoCome and be part of the fun at the third annual Dockside Striper Tournament. Your $125 registration fee not only gives you a chance to win a terrific trophy for the biggest catch of the day, but you get to participate in the Captain's Kick Off Party and Auction and a special wrap-up event. Everything takes place on beautiful Harris Island. The tournament is being hosted by Dockside Guest Quarters and Restaurant and York Harbor Marine Service in collaboration with York Hospital and local chapters of Coastal Conservation Association, both of whom will benefit from the proceeds of the event.
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Trophies will be awarded in three new categories this year. In addition to stripers, cod, mackerel, and bluefish categories have been added. There is also a Youth and Women's Division. The schedule has been reorganized for 2009 -- 3 fishing days (Fri - Sun AM), Thursday night Captain's Party, and Sunday afternoon awards event.
 
We hope you will put this fun event on your calendar. Sign up now for a good time and to assist these worthy organizations. Sign-up can be done at the marina, by mail, or on-line at www.DocksideStriperTournament.org. The tournament rules and a mail-in registration form can be found on the tournament website. Registration forms can also be picked up at York Harbor Marine Service. 
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  Conquest Day
Saturday, June 27 8am - 4pm
Test Drive a Boston Whaler Conquest  
 
IN WATER DEMOS
Featured:  the 2009 235 Conquest with 250 HP Mercury Verado
Boston Whaler 235 Conquest 
Also dockside, two pre-owned 255 Conquests (2002 model year).
Both in Great Condition, Nicely Equiped and FOR SALE.
Schedule your test drive or stop by on the 27th.
 
Questions?  Detail on these conquest models is available on our website at York Harbor Marine Sales or 
Contact the Sales Department at 207-363-3602, extension 13.
 
pumpoutpump out boat  Help Keep York Harbor and the Seacoast Clean!

YHMS has partnered with Portsmouth Harbor Towing, operator of the NHDES pumpout boat, to promote and facilitate a regular pump-out service for boats in York Harbor.

  • You do not need to be a YHMS customer to use this service. Any York Harbor boater can call the service directly for a pump-out as needed.
  • The fee for a pump-out is $10 payable by cash or check (payable to State of New Hampshire).
  • To begin this service, call the pumpout boat at 603-670-5130. They will schedule your pump-out and work out the logistics with you.
  • YHMS slip customers can request service through us or call the service directly.

YHMS encourages all boaters to use this easy and inexpensive pump-out service. 

Later in the Season 
Fireworks
 
Saturday, July 4th, Noon
Independence Day Celebration. Dockside Canon salute to the Fourth followed by a Cake and Ice Cream Social
 
Saturday, August 15th
Customer Appreciation Bar B-Q


newspaperGet the Full Print Issue of Dock Talk
If you aren't on our customer list and missed out receiving a copy of our first print issue of Dock Talk mailed out in May, you can get a copy online.  Retrieve a PDF version of the May 2009 issue of Docktalk from our website.
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