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| Branford, CT |
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| Fuel Card Winner August 28,2008 |
08/28/2008 |
Congratulations go to Rick Goodwin of the "Knot the boat ..", who is the winner of the fuel card raffle for this week.
This concludes the fuel promotion for 2008.
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| SUMMER SLIPS AVAILABLE
Special mid-season pricing |
08/28/2008 |
We still have a limited number of summer slips available for the 2008 season at both locations.
Keep in mind they are available on a first come basis.
Stop by or give us a call today to inquire.
Main Yard: 145 South Montowese St, Branford, CT 06405
West Yard: 51 Goodsell Point Road, Branford, CT 06405
Phone 203.488.8329
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04/10/2007 |
NAVIGATION TIPS
BEWARE YOUR COMPASS MAY BE WRONG!!!
PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE
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| BRANFORD PUMPOUT BOAT |
04/09/2007 |
Facility: Town of Branford Pumpout Boat
Location: Branford Harbor, Thimble Islands
Latitude: 41° 03 49" N
Longitude: 73° 26 43" W
Phone: 203-430-9305
Radio: VHF Channel 9
Services Available: Free Pumpout Boat
Months/Hours of operation: May 15-Oct 31, Sat 8 AM-3 PM, Sun 8 AM-4 PM
Clean Vessel Act funded
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| Deep River, CT |
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| Preferred Customer Cards |
02/28/2008 |
Remember to stop into the marina office in early May and pick up your preferred customer card. This card offers free and/or discounted transient dockage at all other Brewer Marinas and a fuel discount at our fuel docks.
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| Annual Deep River Ancient Muster |
02/28/2008 |
Date: Saturday July 19, 2008
Time: 11 AM
Location: down town Deep River
Note: Friday, July 18th
Tattoo at Devitt Field at 7PM
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| Annual Summer Picnic |
02/28/2008 |
Date: Saturday June 21, 2008
Time: 12:00PM - 3:00PM
Location: Brewer Deep River Marina
Cost: Bring your favorite dish!!
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| Essex, CT |
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| Brewer aquires The Chandlery |
03/17/2008 |
 Brewer Dauntless Shipyard will now add "& Marina" to its name, as Brewer Yacht Yards recently aquired The Chandlery at Essex. The Marina and Shipyard will be run as one operation with a dockmaster heading operations at the Marina. Make your plans early if you plan to visit Essex. The Marina will offer customers a Valtect fuel dock in Essex, as well as slips and moorings.
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| Essex Fire - 175th Anniversary June 22nd |
03/01/2008 |
Essex Fire Engine Company #1 will be celebrating its 175th anniversary on Sunday, June 22, with a major celebration and parade. They expect over 60 other fire companies to be participating, along with many Fife and Drum Corps and bands. The parade will march from Ivoryton to the Essex Fire House.
Important - The old Route 9 (road through Centerbrook) will be closed for a length of time, as will the Route 9 off ramps in both directions. Make your weekend plans accordingly, whether you are heading out with your boat, or if your are coming to town to enjoy the festivities.
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| OFFICE SPACE for Rent |
02/03/2008 |
Brewer Dauntless Shipyard has space for rent suitable for either office or retail use. Offices of 500 and 800 square feet are available. Space has recently been refinished, and includes common areas consisting of restrooms, conference room and kitchenette. Please contact us at bds@byy.com or 860-767-0001.
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| Mystic, CT |
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| Annual Yard Party
It's never too early... |
07/20/2008 |
12 Noon until 5:00PM Come and join in the fun!
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| Old Saybrook, CT |
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| A-Dock Replacement |
10/11/2007 |
The replacement of A-Dock will begin this fall and will be completed by early spring. The new dock will be able to accommodate boats up to 55 feet.
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| Brewer Yacht Sales |
10/11/2007 |
Brewer Yacht Sales has changed its staff and the office will now be shared by two brokers starting this fall.
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| Stamford, CT |
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| BREWER YACHT SALES |
06/30/2006 |
We are proud to announce that a new Brewer Yacht Sales office has opened up in Stamford. We are new dealers for Back Cove Yachts and Edgewater Power Boats but can also find you the perfect used boat to suit your needs anywhere, we have the experience and knowledge to put you in a boat you will truly enjoy. Back Cove Yachs are part of Sabre Yachts and can be visited at www.backcove.com. Edgewater Power Boats are owned by the North Marine group and have a wonderful lineup of center console and express power boats. If you have any desire to upgrade your current yacht or sell please contact George Middleton directly at (203) 323-6800.
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| Stratford, CT |
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| STRATFORD WEATHER SITE |
04/02/2008 |
Brewer Stratford has installed a Davis Weather System interfaced with a computer at the Marina.
This data is stored and uploaded to our website.
It can be viewed under the weather and tides link.
The website has links to local weather forecasts, tides and other vital information.
Another feature is the ability to send a daily email containing current weather data. Contact your yard manager for more information.
The weather web page can also be accessed at:
http://www.byy.com/stratford/weather/weather.htm
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| Seasonal Agreements |
04/02/2008 |
Presently the 2007 - 2008 seasonal agreement and service request forms are available on our home page. Click on the link for storage contracts.
Watch for the 2008 - 2009 package just after Labor Day.
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| Short Haul Special
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04/02/2008 |
Are you getting the best fuel economy?
Are your engines a little warmer?
Are you sure your zincs are still there?
Take advantage of our short haul special this summer. Watch for details posted here and around the Marina.
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| Westbrook, CT |
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| New Westbrook News & Events Page |
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Fiesta Night and Chili Cook-Off! June 28, 2008
Click Here for the full summer calender and more information on upcoming events.
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| North Falmouth, MA |
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| Summer Celebration! |
06/01/2008 |
Our Annual Summer Celebration is scheduled for Saturday, June 21st, from 4-7pm at the club house.
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| Slip Available |
05/28/2008 |
One large 55' slip is available for $9350
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| Email Addresses |
05/15/2008 |
Please email us your email addresses so we can add you to our customer list. Email customer addresses to FCM@BYY.COM. Thanks.
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| Beacon Wi-Fi |
01/01/2008 |
Is FREE to all customers as of 01/01/2008 at all Brewer Marinas.
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| Plymouth, MA |
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| Fall cook out |
09/27/2007 |
Coordinated by our dockmaster, Chris Smith, our cookout on Sat. Sept. 8th was a great success.
Tim, David and Colin took care in grilling Cheeseburgers -and Grilled Chicken - Salad & Soda was enjoyed by all. It was a steamer of a day.
We had a number of day guests in and around the marina.
who took part in the festivities.
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| South Freeport, ME |
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| $100 Fuel Give-Away |
06/10/2008 |
Every Friday this summer, until Labor Day, we're giving away $100 worth of fuel to one lucky BYY Club Member. Frank & Stacy Noreika, m/v ODAT, from the North Run slips are our FIRST winners! Congratulations.
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| Boat & Car Keys and Combos |
12/06/2007 |
To ensure the efficiency of our operation, we ask that you remebmer to keep copies of your boat and car keys and combinations on file in the Ship's Store at all times. Thank you!
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| 2008 PARKING & DINGHY STICKERS |
12/06/2007 |
Please pick up your 2008 parking and dinghy stickers in the Ship's Store. Stickers must be displayed at all times.
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| BYY Preferred Customer Club Cards |
12/06/2007 |
As a customer of Brewer Yacht Yards, you are entitled to the unique benefits of the Preferred Customer Club Card. Green cards are issued to single-season customers; Gold cards are issued to year-round customers. Both cards afford you discounted dockage at sister ports and fuel discounts at all Brewer locations. To take advantage of these benefits, pick up your card in the Ship's Store each spring.
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| Fuel |
12/06/2007 |
Remember, your BYY Preferred Customer Club Card affords you 10 and 20 cents off the gallon for green and gold cards, respectively. Cards must be shown at the time of purchase. They may be picked up in the Ship's Store, where they are issued every spring!
Note, fuel cannot be charged to house accounts. Cash, check, or credit card payments are required.
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| Glen Cove, NY |
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| Great turnout at our customer picnic |
09/20/2005 |
Our customer picnic was attended by many of our customers and their guests.
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| Service Updates |
09/20/2005 |
We are still in the process of upgrading our docks with state of the art Radisson Design Floating Docks. Docks E-K have been completed and this winter we will replace Dock D.
This past year we upgraded the electrical service to the original part of the yard with a new 1200 amp service. This feeds docks A-E and the storage/office building.
The various service departments have been busy with numerous projects. Weve upgraded many boats with new electronics. Several boats required both structural and cosmetic repairs by our glass dept. We replaced the carpeting in a Sea Ray with a Teak and Holly sole. The Cabo Rico sailboat that received the new teak deck last winter had us install a Lewmar windlass and modify the anchor locker to receive 300 of chain. The Mechanics have been very successful keeping up with all of your service requests. The Paint dept. has maintained lots of bright work this season and is in the process of painting a couple of hulls.
This season we hired Compass Security to keep an eye on our facility during the evening hours. We will continue to make improvements in this area of concern.
Despite rising fuel costs our dock staff has been busy. We did our best after the hurricane to keep our fuel increases to a minimum- We sold out over the spectacular Labor Day weekend.
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| Winter Storage & Summer Slips |
09/20/2005 |
We have mailed the 05-06 Winter Storage and Summer Slip Agreements. This year we are offering our year round customers a 5% discount on their summer slips. We have also kept our 05-06 winter storage rates the same as last year.
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| Yard Rules - Speeding |
05/08/2004 |
Please be courteous to our patrons and staff. The yard speed limit is 10 mph on land and 5 mph on the water. Speeds in the yard should be kept to a minimum due to pedestrian traffic, children at play , and heavy equipment traffic. Reduced speeds will also help keep the dust down in the yard. Speed bumps are being installed on the entrance drive to help deter any speeding. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.
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| Greenport, NY |
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| 1983 - 2008 |
04/01/2008 |
In April 1983 Pierce Yacht Basin was acquired by Brewer Yacht Yard at Greenport and transformed into the marina that it is today. Plans are underway for a 25th anniversary celebration to be held in July. Look for your invitation in the mail!
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| TIME W.A.R.P. REGATTA |
04/01/2008 |
Please join us in our annual Spring Time Warp Regatta June 21, 2008. The Captains meeting is at 8:30 a.m., race start 11:00 a.m.
Newcomers are always welcome. Any questions about PHRF ratings etc. please contact our race chairman Jeff Goubeaud at 631-871-2588. Awards ceremony & barbecue following the race at 4:00 p.m.
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| Greenport Stirling Harbor, NY |
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| Winter Storage |
09/07/2008 |
Winter Storage Contracts Are Available On Our Web Page or You Can Contact Our Office and We Will Send One To You.
Please Return The Contract To Our Office So We Can Schedule A Haul Out Date.
Slip Contracts For The 2009 Season Should Be Ready Shortly.
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| Mamaroneck, NY |
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| Slips |
01/16/2008 |
We still have a few summer slips left in the following lengths:
For six month season April 15 Oct 15, $ 170/ft
Indoor parking
Showers
Barbeque/Gazebo picnic area
Diesel, gas, ice
Full service staff
Discounts and privileges at 20 Brewer Yards in NY, CT, RI, Mass, and Maine
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| Port Washington, NY |
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| Barrington, RI |
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| The 38th Annual Newport International Boat Show |
09/11/2008 |
The 38th Annual Newport International Boat Show, September 11-14, 2008, will feature new sailboats and powerboats, and thousands of products and services from both domestic and international exhibitors.
2008 Show Dates
September 11-14
Thursday, Friday & Saturday: 10 AM to 6 PM
Sunday: 10 AM to 5 PM
click www.newportboatshow.com for more details
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| Space available for rent |
06/26/2008 |
We have office space available now for rent.
Call or e-mail Michael Keyworth for details, 401-246-1600 or mkeyworth@byy.com
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| "The Clean Boating Act" |
05/28/2008 |
SUPPORT NEEDED TO PASS BILL
Over 18 million American recreational boats could soon be required to comply with a new permit system if Congress does not pass the Clean Boating Act of
2008 before September 30th. Due to a 2006 U.S. District Court decision, the federal Environmental Protection Agency is required to design and implement a discharge permit system for every vessel in the country before September 30, 2008. Current federal legislation, Senate Bill #2766 and House Bill
#5949 "The Clean Boating Act" would reinstate a 35-year permit exemption for recreational boats.
If legislation does not pass in the next 4 months, all of the boats that you own or sail will need a special permit, regardless of size or type. This means boat owners will be required to apply and pay for permits for Sabots, Lasers, Hobies, Mumm 30s, Cal 40s or TP52s, most likely in every state where they want to sail a boat. The National Marine Manufacturers Association
(NMMA) and BoatU.S. are spear-heading efforts in Washington D.C. to pass this legislation, but every boater's voice is critical right now to successfully pass this bill. "Time is short, Congress is distracted, and we must get this legislation moved in order to beat the clock," says Margaret Podlich, Vice President of Government Affairs for BoatU.S. and a US SAILING member. -- Read on: http://www.ussailing.org/News/2008/discharge_permit.asp
Contact your Senator at : http://www.senate.gov/general/contact_information/senators_cfm.cfm
Contact your US Representative at : http://www.house.gov/house/MemberWWW.shtml
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| Summer Slips Available |
05/28/2008 |
We have Summer Slips available for up to 50' yachts. Please see our Summer Slip contract on the Cove Haven front page & call/e-mail us for details, 401-246-1600, chc@byy.com.
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| Unwrapping and Recycling Shrinkwrap |
04/03/2007 |
Steps to take Shrinkwrap off of your boat.
1.Cut the wrap from the boat
2.Cut out (and throw away) anything that's not shrinkwrap
*Rope
*Belly Bands
*Zippers
*Vents
IF IT DOESN'T LOOK AND FEEL LIKE SHRINKWRAP, IT'S NOT SHRINKWRAP
3.Cut the wrap into manageable pieces
4.Keep the wrap as clean as possible (don't drag it through water or mud)
5.Both blue and white wrap can be recycled. Put the different colors in different bags. (Clear shrinkwrap can or regular clear plastic can be mixed with white or blue shrinkwrap.)
6.Stuff the wrap into the bag
*THERE'S NO WEIGHT LIMIT, BUT YOU HAVE TO LEAVE ENOUGH ROOM SO THE BAG CAN BE TIED OFF OR SEALED SECURLEY.
7.Tie/Seal the bag with a soft plastic tie or shrinkwrap tape
8.Set the bag out in a designated location to be picked up
Questions:
1.Ask marina staff
2.Contact Mark Lennon (603-229-1962) or Paul Caccia (RI Resource Recovery Corp., 401-942-1430 x115)
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| A proposal to institute a tax on slips and moorings at marinas! |
03/16/2007 |
Central Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce
ISSUE OF CONCERN
You may not be aware but there is a group calling itself The Campaign for Rhode Island's Priorities (comprised of a wide ranging group of interests from social service agencies to labor unions) that has suggested a series of measures designed to produce $100 million in revenue for the state as the Fiscal Year 2008 State Budget is constructed. Most of the measures require legislation, and several bills have already been introduced on the group's behalf.
One of the measures that has been suggested (but requires legislation) is a proposal to institute a tax on slips and moorings at marinas. This proposal may be an effort to add slip and mooring rentals to the list of what the state sales tax can apply to. However, it may also be a proposal to institute a separate (non service) tax on slips and moorings. Further, there may be a proposal to require cities and towns to assess local property tax on marinas, etc, and to enforce collection. As you know, this is not a common practice in Rhode Island. In the legislative session of 1993, legislation reversing many of the tax and economic development benefits granted the boat building industry in the state, became law. Within a few years that original legislation was reinstated, after the boat building industry suffered and the state lost revenue created through boat building and manufacturing jobs.
The Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce Coalition (the Central Rhode Island Chamber is a partner) believes that it would be shortsighted to institute the above proposals, as the underlying [entities] provide unique economic development in our state. We will be strongly opposing this legislation. We may need marina and boat owners to share their thoughts with the legislative committee if a hearing is scheduled. If you are willing to attend please let me know. We need to keep this industry as a vital component to the economic well being of the state. Please feel free to share your thoughts via email on this important issue. Thank you.
Lauren E.I. Slocum, IOM
President / CEO
Central Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce
3288 Post Road, Warwick, RI 02886-7131
401-732-1100 Fax: 401-732-1107
lauren@centralrichamber.com
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| Tech Tips from Brewer Cove Haven Marina
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02/21/2007 |
During the winter it is very important to check your boat frequently. Rain and Snow water have a way of finding its way into your bilge. Often the bilge gets so full that woodwork or machinery is damaged. You may want to install a "garboard" plug in the lowest point in the hull.
The plug can be removed during the winter and will permit the bilge water to drain out. We have installed dozens of these hull plugs and have prevented many boats from "sinking" on land.
RI State Law now requires that your boat be inspected for compliance with the no discharge law. Each boat will have a sticker issued by the inspection station. The inspection, which can be done by Brewer Cove Haven Marina, will determine whether you have the correct holding tank set up or if you have no capacity to discharge sewage into the waters of the state. Harbormasters will check for stickers and enforce the law accordingly. Give us a call if you want to have your boat inspected.
In recent years attention has been drawn to boating fatalities related to Carbon Monoxide poisoning on boats with engines or generators running. Most of the accidents involved boats with enclosures where the fumes were able to draft into the living spaces. CO as a gas is odor free and invisible. The solution today is easier than it has been because of the availability of CO Detectors. The new generation of Co detectors can be wired directly into the DC electrical system, which permits it to operate all of the time that the boat is in use. You can read about the issue in the December 2005 Practical Sailor.
As many of you have read recently, the shrink wrap recycling program is a great success. Last year alone, over 46,000 pounds of shrink wrap was collected from Brewer Cove Haven Marina and other marinas around the state. All of it was recycled! The program works like this; if you have had your boat shrink-wrapped, either have the staff remove or if you wish to remove it yourself, you should pick up the recycle bags at the BCHM store, remove the plastic, take off all ties, doors and other non plastic debris, place in a recycle bag and bring to the north side of the building #2. It will be picked up on a twice a week schedule or as needed. DO NOT THROW SHRINK WRAP IN THE DUMPSTER!!!
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| Portsmouth, RI |
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| The Pool Is Closed For The Season |
09/05/2008 |
Because of the upcoming storms, we had to pack away all of the pool area. We hope you enjoyed your summer at the pool and hope to see you next summer.
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| 2008-2009 Winter Storage |
09/04/2008 |
Our 2008-2009 Winter Storage Contracts have been mailed out. Please get them back to us by October 1st. Because we are going to be replacing docking systems, we would ask that you would haul earlier rather then later. Docks will be removed early November. Please send in your contract early as we are expecting a full marina for winter storage.
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| High Speed Wireless Internet |
05/01/2008 |
As some of you know we do have Free Beacon Wi-Fi at our yard. Please pick up your customer card package which will have your user name and password for the season. If you have any problems please call 203-762-2657 x3 or www.beaconwifi.com
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| Summer Contracts are due. |
01/25/2008 |
We still have a few slips available. Please get your contracts in.
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| Mercury Master Tech Award |
09/20/2007 |
Congragulations to Jon. Our mechanic Jonathan Lapointe has just received the "Mercury Master Tech Award" He has worked very hard and put in many hours to receive this important reward, which not many mechanics receive.
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| Warwick Cowesett, RI |
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| Warwick Greenwich Bay, RI |
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| Things To Do In Rhode Island 2008! |
05/01/2008 |
August 8 - 10 - JVC Jazz Festival, Newport - The legendary Newport Jazz Festival, now called The JVC Jazz Festival-Newport, is a spectacular 3-day outdoor event that features the best in classic and contemporary jazz. Recent line-ups have included Tony Bennett, Diana Krall, Harry Connick, Jr., Wynton Marsalis and many more. (401)847-3700 International Tennis Hall of Fame & Fort Adams State Park
August 13 - 17 - Washington County Fair, Carolina - Rhode Island largest authentic county fair. Annual fair with country music concerts, a giant midway, animal shows, Grange and 4H exhibits, crafts, children's games and more. (401)782-8139 Washington County Fairgrounds
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| No Discharge Law |
11/29/2007 |
The no discharge law went into effect this past summer and every boat large or small requires an inspection sticker. Each head requires an inspection for compliance. The cost is standardized throughout the state at $35.00 each if the owner is present and the system is accessed. Brew Cowesett employs state licensed personnel who can assist you with your compliance. Call Matt StAngelo at 401.884.0544 for this inspection.
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| Gift Certificates |
11/29/2007 |
Gift certificates are now available! Tired of receiving a knitted sweater for Christmas or another knickknack for your Birthday? Send your friends and family to any of our Greenwich Bay locations for a gift certificate! Gift certificates can be used toward Summer Slips, Invoices, Winter Storage or Marina Gear!
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| Storm Warnings |
11/29/2007 |
The storm we had on the weekend of April 16th, 2007 caught many of us by surprise. Brewer Yacht Yards subscribes to Commanders weather, a service which caters the forecast to our specific area. I was able to email this information to the entire BFB contact list and as a result many of you were informed and able to prepare accordingly. Commander’s forecast was right on the money hour by hour. This is one of the many reason it would help us to help you if we had your email address. Please send your contact information to bgb@byy.com. We will NOT use your email address for any spam and it will be help confidential to Brewer Greenwich Bay Marina only. We will use if for reminders for out summer parties, combination changes to the restrooms and emergency notices.
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| Wickford, RI |
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| Marina News |
03/11/2008 |
We at Brewer Wickford Cove Marina have had a busy winter and are looking forward to a great 2008 summer season. The BWCM dredging project is completed for this winter. Digging is completed on the eastern half of the marina with a resulting draft of 10 feet available at mean low tide. We will finish the western half next winter. The eastern side of the service dock is now open for business with a 50'+ wide channel to the head of the stream next to the lift slip. We are calling it the "mega dock" because it offers over 300 feet of alongside docking.
We are planning to add a 200 amp three-phase electrical service to the mega dock so that larger yachts over 100 feet can visit the marina. Plans are also afoot to move the service/mega dock gangway from the end of the liftslip walkway to a new landing east of the slipway onto a new 96' dock connected to the inboard end of the service dock. New overhead lights will be installed soon at the head of each dock with some electrical supply improvements expected later this summer. The new high-tech septic system is in the approval process and will hopefully be installed this summer. We hope to see you at the marina as soon as the weather begins to warm up.
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| 2008 Spring Checklist |
11/09/2007 |
The 2008 Spring checklist is now available!
Spring Checklist 2008
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