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Towing assistance provides help for breakdowns and light groundings.  The far more expensive salvage claims are covered only by yacht insurance policies.   As millions of recreational boat owners get ready to launch their vessels this season, knowing the difference between towing and salvage could save them boatloads of money should they need help on the water.   Historically and legally, salvage is any voluntary and successful rescue of a boat, its cargo and/or its passengers from a peril at sea. Salvage often results in a "demand" for a percentage of the boat's post-casualty value - sometimes a considerable amount of money. Towing costs much less and is billed by the hour, averaging $160 per hour.   Since the same marine assistance company often provides both towing and salvage services, it is essential that the boat owner reach an understanding with the marine assistance provider before action is taken.   Towing Service Providers should inform the captain of a boat before beginning any work if the procedure is salvage, not towing. If this isn't possible due to wind and sea conditions, the towing company should tell the captain as soon as possible.   However, boaters should not assume they will always be told. Boaters should always ask whether the job is towing or salvage before they accept a tow. If the answer is "salvage," the boater should ask if the company - or "salvor" - will give a fixed price or one based on time and materials before beginning the job. If so, get the price in writing or, if an oral agreement, try to have someone witness it.   If the salvor wants to do the job first and says he does not know what the cost will be but will make a salvage claim afterwards, the final charge will be decided one of two ways: negotiation with the boater's insurance company; binding arbitration (a variety of forums exist)  or - rarely - through litigation in federal admiralty courts.   If the salvor does not give a price before doing the job, As long as the situation is not dangerous and not deteriorating, boaters should feel free to look for another company by radio or by calling your insurance company.   Marine assistance companies must agree that Towing/Ungrounding is any operation not involving immediate danger to the boat or to a legally protected marine environment. It requires just one towing vessel with lines attached to a grounded boat to refloat it or to the disabled boat to tow it. If a grounded boat can rest without peril until the tide returns to float her free, or a boat is drifting in calm conditions after losing power, it almost always calls for towing, not salvage.   Salvage, on the other hand, involves imminent peril to a grounded, sinking or stranded boat or to a protected marine environment, or the use of more than one towing vessel and/or special salvage equipment such as air bags or high capacity pumps.   Boaters should review their boat insurance coverage. "The best protection against a salvage bill is adequate insurance," he said, noting that boaters should make sure their policy provides for salvage up to the full value of the boat, not a percentage of its value, and that there is no deductible for salvage costs. Finally, even though the U.S. Coast Guard no longer tows recreational boats unless it's a life-threatening situation, they will help boaters contact commercial assistance and stand by on the radio to make sure they get that help.

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Mastercraft boat company, has established 7 elite professional waterski events for the upcoming 2008 season. This series of events is structured in a unique format unlike any in previous years. each event is supported by Mastercraft boat company and selected local Mastercraft dealers. many other sponsors have made the commitment to assure the successs of this series.   Each event is unique in regard to the individual disciplines. These events will all, in some form, replace the U.S. Open qualifier. There will be 5 slalom events, 2 open men jump events, 1 open women jump event, 1 open women & open men trick event, and one overall event. please see the schedule below:   Note: The overall event will determine the U.S. Open overall champion. All other events in the series are considered U.S. Open qualification events.   May 30-31 June 1 Whitestone Lake Estates Presented By H2Osmosis. Talking Rock, Georgia Open Men, Open Women, Master Men Slalom Please Refer To www.H2Osmosis.com For Event Rules And Schedule Of Events   June 14-15 LA Nite Jam Presented By Mastercraft & Bennetts Zachary, LA Open Men & Open Women Jump (Only) Please Refer To www.skibennetts.com For Event Rules And Schedule Of Events   June 20-22 Mastercraft Pro Waterski Tour Presented By Action Watersports Lake Jepawhit Fenton, MI Open Men, Open Women, Master Men Slalom Please Refer To: www.actionwater.com For Event Rules And Schedule Of Events   June 27-29 Mastercraft Pro Waterski Tour Presented By Tri Lakes Marine Emerald Lake Akron, OH Open Men, Open Women Slalom Open Men Jump Please Refer To: www.bhmtrilakes.com For Event Rules And Schedule Of Events   July 5-6 Cory Pickos' Superstars Presented By Mastercraft Santa Rosa Beach, FL Open Men, Open Women, Tricks This Event Will Be The Only Qualifier For Tricks In Addition, This Tournament Will Determine The Overallchanpion For The U.S. Open. The Superstars Will Be A Three Event World Record Capability Tournament Please Refer To www.reginajaquess.com For Event Rules And Schedule Of Events   August 29-31 Mastercraft Pro Waterski Tour Presented By Pro Slalom Events Llc Mirror Lake Catawba, NC Open Men, Open Women, Master Men Slalom Please Refer To: www.mastercraftofcharlotte.com For Event Rules And Schedule Of Events   September 19-21 Mastercraft Pro Waterski Tour Presented By Diablo Shores Brentwood, CA Open Men, Open Women, Master Men Slalom Please Refer To www.diabloshores.com For Event Rules And Schedule Of Events This Will Be The 1St Qualifying Event For The 2009 U.S. Open Purse Amounts Motel Information Directions Received Entry Lists Will Be Posted On Individual Websites Click here to see US Open Event Rules

Happy New Year! This past year has been a time of tumultuous panoptic upsets: The pandemic, political unrest, and nature's mayhem of hurricanes, tornadoes, and fires. However, boaters still have our beautiful waterways, lakes, harbors, and our oceans to enjoy and use as an oasis of tranquility, peace, and sports. We eagerly look forward to the boat shows across the country to learn new techniques, sample new products, and get ready for a safe and fun-filled boating season. The following is a snapshot and calendar of 2021 Boat Shows going live and in-person and shows going virtual. Before attending an in-person show, please go to the show's link to find out about COVID-19 policies. The big three shows that draw national and international crowds are the Ft Lauderdale, Annapolis, and the Chicago Boat Shows. Chicago The Chicago Boat Show, usually held the second week of January, was cancelled for this year. Show promoters have told fans to plan on the in-person show from January 12-16, 2022. Annapolis, MD Annapolis, MD, promises a wonderful in-person United States Sailboat Show October 14-18, 2021, at the City Dock in beautiful downtown, historic Annapolis. This internationally acclaimed sailboat show is recognized as the world's largest and most prestigious sailboat show. Fort Lauderdale Miami -The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (or FLIBS as it is affectionately called) will be held October 27 - 31, 2021. The show claims to be the largest boat show globally, covering more than 2,992,367 square feet. The 2021 Boat Shows Cleveland Boat Show & Fishing Expo. January 15-24, 2021. Virtual Seattle Boat Show. January 28-31, 2021. Virtual  Michiana Boat & Sports Show February 19-21, 2021 The Boat Show in Springfield, IL February 26-28, 2021 Lake County Boat Show February 26-28, 2021 Akron Boat Show & Water Sports February/March 2021 Downtown Knoxville Boat Show March 4-7, 2021  World Fishing & Outdoor, Suffern, NY March 4-7, 2021  Orlando Boat Show  March 5-7, 2021 Atlantic City Boat Show April 7-11, 2021  Tampa Boat Show September 10-12, 2021 Norwalk Boat Show, Norwalk, CT September 23-26, 2021 2020 – Catalina Yachts Suffers Two Losses Frank Butler, the founder of Catalina Yachts, died in late November 2020. Frank Willis Butler, 92, president and Chief Executive Officer of Catalina Yachts, died at Westlake Village on Nov. 15, 2020, from unexpected complications from a recent illness. Butler founded Catalina Yachts in 1969 in Hollywood, CA. The company has grown to become the largest builder of fiberglass production sailboats in the United States.Long Beach Yacht Club Commodore Charles Legeman said, "Frank Butler is the one person who helped take the Congressional Cup to the top level in the world by his donation of the Catalina 37s, which were specifically built for match racing." Catalina Yacht fleets of Catalina owners sprang up across the county. Many skippers, both of us included, owned Catalina sailboats throughout our sailing history. Catalina sailboats provided sailing ease in addition to sound design and were very forgiving for the less-than-experienced sailor. Another Blow to Catalina Yachts In mid-December of 2020, the Catalina Yacht factory in Largo, FL, was hit by a tornado. The high winds did extensive damage to the factory building, and boat molds that weigh 20,000 pounds were pushed around like paper. Sharon Day is the company's president and explained, "Workers at the plant work a 6:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. shift, so no workers were on duty when the tornado hit." As we venture into 2021, we wish our readers safe boating, fair winds, and smooth sailing. To obtain more information about the products and services mentioned in this article, please contact CLR Marine https://www.clrmarine.com/. ______________________________________________________________________________ Award-winning author Cheryl Kuba has been at the helm for more than 30 years sailing the Great Lakes, with side trips to the British Virgin Islands and St. Maarten. She has served as past- Commodore of Great Lakes Fleet 21 -Chicago region. 3happycampers.com ©Copyright Cheryl Kuba, 3happycampers.com  

First things first, the Winners of the February Drawing for the Raffle ticket. Order # 052273 belongs to David C received raffle ticket # 1119 and order # 052263 belonging to Richard B received raffle ticket 1120.   Also Listed below are the winners in our Boat Trip Raffle held March 1, 2008. We will be making arrangements with the Steamship Companies and shipping the prizes in the next couple of days.       INTERLAKE STEAMSHIP COMPANY TRIP      TICKET # 0649 - RICHARD R - INDIAN RIVER, MI   CANADA STEAMSHIP LINES TRIP         TICKET # 1427 - SCOTT B - PORT HURON, MI   INN AT LOCK 7 ACCOMODATIONS         TICKET # 0709 - DAVID F - ST. PAUL, MN   'BADGER' TRIP         TICKET # 0742 - MICHAEL R - CLOVERDALE, IN         TICKET # 1623 - LOIS T - MARINE CITY, MI   'DUC D'ORLEANS' TOUR         TICKET # 2216 - BRIAN M - MANSIFELD, OH   'HAMMOND' BAY TOUR         TICKET # 1155 - M & B J - ARLINGTON, VA   DIAMOND JACK'S TOUR         TICKET # 1937 - RODLI P - VALLEY CITY, N.D.          TICKET # 2321 - DAVID N - AUSTINBURG, OH   PAUL LAMARRE PRINTS         TICKET # 0284 - ANGIE W - LAKE ORION, MI         TICKET # 2243 - JAMES G - GROSSE POINTE PARK, MI   BOB MCGREEVY PRINTS         TICKET # 0141 - BARRY H - SARNIA, ON         TICKET # 1468 - JOHN H. P - WAUKESHA, WI   'HURON LADY' TOUR         TICKET # 1972 - TERRY L - BARK RIVER, MI  

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