Questions we hear a lot.
Slips, the lift, the yard, and graphics — the practical answers. If yours is not here, call or send a note. A person answers.
Slips
How do I check if a seasonal slip is available?
The fastest way is the slip request form — tell us your boat's length, beam, draft, and what power you need. We'll reply inside one business day with what we have, or put you on a short waitlist if we're full. Returning members' slips are held through May 15 each spring; after that, anything unrenewed becomes available on the availability page.
Do you take walk-up transients without a reservation?
Yes - hail us on VHF Channel 09 or call ahead. We almost always have a transient slip open weeknights. Holiday weekends fill up; if you are aiming for July 4 or Labor Day, give us 48 hours notice. Two-night minimum on those weekends.
What forms of payment do you take?
Cash, check, major credit cards, Zelle, and ACH for seasonal contracts. Seasonal contracts can be paid in two installments at no extra charge.
Haul outs & yard
What is the largest boat your travel lift can handle?
Our travel lift is rated to 35 tons with a 17-foot beam clearance. We have safely lifted everything from a 22' center console to a 48' Grand Banks. If your boat sits on the edge of those numbers, we would rather take a look at it in the water before we schedule a haul.
How far ahead should I schedule a haul out?
For routine springtime launches and fall haul outs, two weeks is plenty. If you need bottom paint or other shop work over the off-season, get on the calendar by mid-September. Emergency hauls for a leak, strike, or insurance survey can usually fit in within 24-48 hours.
Can you do bottom paint, gelcoat work, or major repairs?
Bottom paint, gelcoat repair, fiberglass patching, zinc replacement, prop and shaft service - yes, all in-house. For engine rebuilds, electronics installs, or rigging beyond the basics, we work with trusted local pros and coordinate the haul or launch around their schedule.
Vinyl graphics
What kind of vinyl do you use? How long does it last?
We use marine-grade cast vinyl - typically 3M IJ180mC or Avery MPI 1105 - with a UV-stable laminate over printed work. Rated life is 7+ years on vertical surfaces, even in salt and sun.
Do I need to come in person to get vinyl graphics done?
Not for the first conversation. Send photos of the area you want lettered, tell us what you want it to say, and we will mock up options. Once you approve the design, we will schedule a day for you to bring the boat to the indoor bay.
Can you remove old graphics without damaging the gelcoat?
Yes. We use heat, plastic razors, and citrus-based adhesive remover. Most removal jobs run an hour to ninety minutes per side. If old graphics left ghost shadows from UV exposure, we will talk through polish or compound options before re-lettering.
Visiting
Are there hours? When is the office open?
In season (May through October), the office is open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays and 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. weekends. Off-season, November through April, we are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays and by appointment on weekends. Slip-holders have 24/7 keycard access to docks, bathrooms, and laundry year-round.
Do you have a fuel dock or a ship store?
We do not have a fuel dock. Nearby Stoney Creek and Pasadena marinas can cover fuel stops, and we keep basic fenders, dock lines, ice, and common engine fluids available for slip-holders.
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