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National Safe Boating Week May 17-23, 2008.

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Our State of the Art Web Site is Due to Launch July 2008.

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On The 1st Day Of Every Month BoatersPlanet.com Will Feature Its Web Site Of The Month For Web Sites That BoatersPlanet.com Feels Adds Important Information And Content To The World Wide Boating Community.

Featured Website For The Month Of May:

www.madmariner.com

 

106.7 WJFK Big O And Dukes Show Cinco de Mayo Party At Cantina Marina In Washington D.C. On The Waterfront. May 5th 2008.

www.wjfk.com

Big O And Dukes Doing A Live Radio Broadcast At Cantina Marina In Washington D.C. On The Waterfront.

Josh Of BoatersPlanet.com Hanging Out With Oscar Santana, Chad Dukes & Drab Of The Big O And Dukes Show.

 

 

DHS Unveils Small Vessel Security Strategy

Release Date: April 28, 2008

For Immediate Release
Office of the Press Secretary
Contact: 202-282-8010

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced today a new Small Vessel Security Strategy (SVSS) designed to close security gaps and reduce risks associated with the potential exploitation of small maritime vessels. The SVSS identifies specific goals for which security efforts can achieve the greatest impact without excessive imposition upon the freedom of operation common to the nation’s waterways.

“We saw quite vividly with the U.S.S. Cole attack that violent extremists will not hesitate to use any means, large or small, in their efforts to inflict blows to our maritime assets,” said Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff. “This strategy ensures all small vessel stakeholders across our ports and coastal waterways can play a role in unified threat mitigation efforts and replaces today’s seemingly honor-based neighborhood watch program with an efficient and successful means to combat terrorism along our waterways.”

DHS hosted the National Small Vessel Security Summit in June 2007, bringing together approximately 300 small vessel community stakeholders along with federal, state and local government leaders. Participants discussed security risks in the U.S. maritime domain and identified measures to mitigate gaps in small vessel management and improve control within the maritime domain. The SVSS is one of several core findings from the Summit, and identifies four serious concerns associated with the illicit use of small vessels and an overarching vision to minimize the associated risks. Specifically, it focuses on: domestic use of waterborne improvised explosive devices; conveyance for smuggling weapons (including radiological and nuclear weapons of mass destruction) into the U.S.; conveyance for smuggling terrorists into the U.S.; and waterborne platform for conducting a stand-off attack, such as Man-Portable Air Defense System attacks.

Approximately 85 percent of our nation’s critical infrastructure, including our ports and maritime structures, are owned and operated by the private sector. The federal government cannot single-handedly protect and defend against all potential threats of terrorism within the small vessel community. A coordinated multi-layered approach, as defined by the SVSS, will ensure that the maritime domain remains a secure and safe environment where small vessel operators can safely earn a living, travel and enjoy recreational activities without unduly burdensome government regulations. 

Specific objectives identified in the SVSS to help achieve this goal include: 

  • Continue to develop and leverage a strong partnership with the small vessel community as well as both public and private sectors in order to enhance maritime domain awareness;
  • Fortify maritime security and safety with a more robust, layered defense:
    • Better identification of small vessels operating in U.S. waters,
    • Expanded radiological/nuclear detection capabilities like the DHS West Coast Maritime Radiation Detection Project,
    • Improved situational awareness and information sharing, and
    • Enhanced data analysis to identify high-risk concerns;
  • Leverage technology to enhance the ability to detect, determine intent and when necessary, interdict small vessels; and
  • Cultivate coordination, cooperation and communications between federal, state, local and tribal partners in addition to the private sector and international partners to leverage capabilities and improve security operations within the maritime environment.

DHS will continue working with maritime partners to develop a follow-on small vessel security implementation plan, which will put the strategy into action this year.   

For a copy of the DHS Small Vessel Security Strategy Plan, the National Small Vessel Security Summit Report, or additional information on small vessel security, please visit www.dhs.gov.

 

Report Suspicious Activity On Our Waterways.

National Response Center 877-24WATCH

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Boat Show News & Information

Get The Latest Boat Show News, Reviews And Event Information Right Here on BoatersPlanet.com

The 2008 Suncoast Boat Show Has Come To An End. Be Sure To Check Out The Calendar Of Boat Show Events Located On Our Site.

The Bay Bridge Boat Show Just Ended . We Have Pictures And A List Of Some Of The Cool Stuff & Products That Caught Our Eye While We Were Attending The Show. All In All It Was An Outstanding Boat Show And The Crew Of BoatersPlanet.com Will Definitely Be Attending The Bay Bridge Boat Show Again Next Year.

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Pictures Of The 2008 Bay Bridge Boat Show At The Bay Bridge Marina In Kent Island, Maryland. (The Largest Spring Boat Show North Of Palm Beach.)

April 23-27, 2008.

Josh Hanging Out Having A Cold Beer With "Pedro" The Parrot.

Genevieve Sanchez Of BoatersPlanet.com Hanging Out With "Pedro" The Parrot. ( He Has A Little Crush On Her.)

Josh & Chris Of BoatersPlanet.com In Front Of The Cirrus Airplane Display, Deciding If There Is Enough Money In The Company Budget To Buy The Plane & Then Which One Of Them Was Going Fly It. (I Would'nt Trust Either One Of Them To Fly It.)

The Crew Of BoatersPlanet.com Relaxing At The Reef Tiki Bar After The Boat Show.

Josh Of BoatersPlanet.com Poses For A Shot In Front Of Ocean Yachts New 37 BILLFISH.

A Beautiful Windsor Craft Boat. The Woodwork On This Boat Is Amazing. The Picture Does Not Do It Justice.

www.boatshows.com Check This Link Out For More Shows.

 

Up Coming Boat Shows

 

 

 

 

May 2008

St. Augustine Annual Boat Show Has Been POSTPONED.

The all new St. Augustine Boat Show has been postponed until further notice due to current economic conditions. This was a very difficult decision for Show Management to make as so much time, energy and resources have already been invested by the Marine Industry Association of NE Florida, the City of St. Augustine, sponsors and by exhibitors scheduled to participate

 

 

June 2008

The Yacht Show at National Harbor June 5-8, 2008. Prince Georges County Maryland. www.yachtshownh.com

 

United States Yacht Shows is proud to announce the premier showcase for large luxury yachts. The show will feature only discriminating yachts of imposing size to be displayed in the new marina at National Harbor® on the Potomac River. The yachts will be available for purchase or worldwide charter. On land may be found only the most impeccable of yacht launches and tenders.

Because of the unique type of show and the extraordinary venue of National Harbor, the show is expected to draw the most impressive of yachts and exhibitors.

Brought to you by United States Yacht Shows, Inc., producer of United States Sailboat Show, United States Powerboat Show and Bay Bridge Boat Show.

Check Out The Pictures Of The Construction Process BoatersPlanet.com Took During A Tour Of The National Harbor Property. This Should Be a Spectacular Yacht Show Like Washington Has Never Seen Before.

To See The Pictures Of The National Harbor Project Click On The Services Part Of Our Site On The Top Of The Page And Scroll Down To The Waterfront Development Projects Section.

www.nationalharbor.com Official Website For The National Harbor.

 

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Hot New Products & Company Watch
Check Out New Products, Services And Companies About To Hit The Marine Industry Product Market.

 

Our Newly Featured Company is Seakeeper, Inc. of Solomons Island, Maryland.

Check them out at:   www.seakeeper.com

Seakeeper Gyro is a gyroscopic roll stabalizer that uses a control moment gyro (CMG) to vitually eliminate low-speed boat roll.

The Seakeeper Gyro Model 7000 is designed for boats 40 feet and longer.

Seakeeper Stability Control is an active trim device for use when a powerboat is on a plane.

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Seakeeper, Inc. announces agreement with Azimut Yachts

Azimut Yachts has agreed to buy most of Seakeeper's production for the next few years, in return for which Seakeeper has agreed to allocate the remainder of its sales for that period of time to builders who are not direct competitors of Azimut.

We are looking forward to testing the Seakeeper, however we have not been able to at this time. From the research that we have done, it seems to be an excellent product. Especially for those of you who are susceptible to seasickness and not to mention injury from to much rocking and swaying.

 

www.flir.com

www.cvs.flir.com/maritime

This product allows you to see in total darkness, smoke, rain & light fog. This product was originally developed for the U.S. Navy Seals.

Short to medium distance threat detection.

The SeaFLIR is long range multi sensor thermal imager.

 

Our Review And Comments

Boating at night never got easier. Military Grade thermal imaging available for your boat or yacht.

 

 

Smart Boost Universal Transformer Booster

www.charlesindustries.com

50 AMP/12 kVA Transformer Booster

The SmartBoost provides a 15% AC voltage boost to any existing 50 AMP straight transformer when dockside power drops below 210 VAC.

Our Review And Comments

Charles Industries offers a variety of marine cables, adapters, battery chargers, tranformers, and more.

We have not been able to test this product at this time.

Smart Y Adapters

Adapters allow boat owners with single power cables to draw power from two shore power receptacles safely and intelligently.

 

JIG-A-LOO

Lubricates, Repells Water & More

www.jigaloo.com

JIG-A-LOO Contains No Oil, Grease, Wax, Or Detergent. So It Doesnt Stain Or Stink. It Stops Squeaks, Unsticks Just About Anything, Protects Against Rust, And Is An Exceptional Water Repellent.

 

Our Review And Comments

You can't go wrong having a good water repelling lubricant on board your boat or in your trusty boat tool box.

Unlike some of those other lubricant sprays that smell, or leave drip marks and stains all over your paint, fiberglass, engine,or whatever you happen to be lubricating.

 

HullHugr

www.hullhugr.com

Our Review And Comments

A simple and excellent idea. Its one of those products that makes you think "Why didn't I think of that". Because I must admit that sometimes those round fenders just piss us off. We don't recommend throwing out all your traditional round fenders. However we recommend having a few of these on board the boat. Because there sensible and you never know just when you will be at one of those weird marina dock situations, or at a raft up party. We give this product a thumbs up.

 

West Coast Offshore Unlimited

Custom Offshore Boat Swim Platforms

www.westcoastoffshoreunlimited.com

Our Review And Comments

Nice Work Guys! Theres nothing better than that final touch to not just add to your boat's appearance, but to also have a working purpose. As you know sometime's you have to give up one feature or use to gain another. Not in this case. You get the best of both worlds, apperance and looks. West Coast Offshore Marine has an application and color for pretty much any boat.

 

 

Water Filter & Softener System

www.spotfreeh20.com

If you are a fanatic about your water, from drinking it, bathing in it, to washing your boat, car or RV and eliminating hard water spots on the paint or gel coat, then this might be the product for you.

 

3 Models To Choose From:

Spot Free 1000 - Spot Free 2500 - Spot Free 5000

 

 

Spot.The World's First Satellite Messenger.

www.findmespot.com

 

 

 

Marinas.com | Aerial Photography of Marinas, Lighthouses, Ports, Restaurants, and more  

www.marinas.com

 

Our Review And Comments

This is a great website that we have found. They offer nice low altitude high resolution aerial photos of marinas, inlets, and harbors worldwide. Its great for looking at a marina you are interested in visiting, or would like to see an aerial photo of a marina to get a whole different perspective of the layout. Look up your homeport marina and order a print of it, you might even see your boat in it. It makes for a great gift for your captain or first mate.

We like this site a lot,however we noticed there are a few marina's not in there database. In there defense I am sure it is hard to get an aerial photo of every marina, lock & inlet.. We checked for our homeport marina in Washington D.C. and it wasnt listed. I'm sure its because of the air traffic restrictions enforced by homeland security. We will contact them for more information.

 

www.oceanled.com

 

 

 

CLAMPTITE          

The Clamp Making Tool     

1-800-962-2901

www.clamptitetools.com

Our Review And Comments

This seems to be a great tool to have in your boat tool box to replace the use hose clamps, zip ties, duct tape etc. Although Nothing Could Ever Replace Zip Ties And Duct Tape.The Clamptite tool can also be used for other uses such as connecting dock lines, water hoses, ropes, broken fenders, etc.We Cant Figure If The Guy Who Invented This Is A Genius, Had Way To Much Time On His Hands, Or Both. Anyway, If Used Properly What Ever Gets Connected Together Using The Clamptite Tool Devise Doesn't Seem Like It Will Fail Anytime Soon. How Often Do You Hear That Term "Doesnt Seem Like It Will Fail Anytime Soon" In The Marine Industry. I Would Say, Almost Never.

We tested it and thought that it was worth the cost. It was hard to use in some tight places however they do offer smaller sizes. Over all we think that this is a cool product. You will need to use a pair of wire cutters and pliers in conjunction with this product.We give this product a thumbs up.

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National Safe Boating Week May 17-23, 2008.

www.safeboatingcouncil.org

 

 

Other Boating Safety & Boater Education Links.

www.boatus.org/onlinecourse

www.boatcourse.com

www.boaterexam.com

www.boatsafe.com

www.boater101.com

www.nasbla.org

www.uscgboating.org

www.usps.org

 

Boaters Planet and BoatersPlanet.com always' recommends that anyone who operates any boat or personal water-craft, take a U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Coast Guard Approved , NASBLA Approved or Boat US Safety Course and that you always wear a life jacket while boating on the water. And remember" Your In Command. Boat Responsibly!"

A Boating Safety Course is Required for the Following:

Virginia: PWC users under the age of 16

Maryland: Boaters born after 7 / 1 / 72

Washington D.C.: All Boaters

Delaware: Boatersborn after 1 / 1 / 78

New Jersey: See details of the new boater education law

 

2008 Boating Safety Class Schedule MPD Harbor Patrol Washington D.C.

All Boaters on DC waterways are required to show proof of completing a basic boating safety course approved by the US Coast Guard or NASBLA.

Metropolitan Police Department


For more information, contact: Officer J.
E. Hatton, Boating Education Coordinator, Special
Operations Division/ Harbor Patrol, 550 Water St
SW, Washington, DC 20024, (202) 727-4582 email: james.hatton@dc.gov or jeffrey.blevins@dc.gov

April 1, 3, 8, 10
April 15, 17, 22, 24
April 29, May 1, 6, 8
May 13, 15, 20, 22
May 27, 29 June 3, 5,
June 10, 12, 17, 19
June 24, 26, July 1, 3
July 8, 10, 15, 17
July 22, 24, 29, 31
August 5, 7, 12, 14
August 19, 21, 26, 28
September 2, 4, 9, 11
September 16, 18, 23, 25

This is an 8 hour course taught in there classroom on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for 2 weeks.

 

If you own a boat, you probably know the Federal laws for operation, including:

  • Life Jackets (PFDs) of the right size for all on board
  • Whistles or horns for all vessels
  • Visual distress signalsif over 16'
  • Block Numbers 3" or over displayed
  • Proper Fire Extinguishers
  • Throwable Floatation Device

 

Virginia, Maryland & D.C.:

Maryland enforces maritime laws across the entire potomac river except in the D.C. area itself:

Maryland Requires:

  • All operators born after 1 July 1972 must have a certificate of boating safety education onboard for inspection (unless from another state and over 16 years of age).
  • No one under 12 may tow another on waterskis or similar device.
  • Towing may only be done between sunrise and sunset
  • No operation in a swimming area
  • No riding on bows or gunwales
  • No jumping wakes close to another boat
  • No overloading the vessel past capacity
  • A Boating Under the Influence violation will be issued for a breath alcohol concentration of 0.08 or higher.
  • No one under 16 can operate a personal watercraft (PWC), even with a certificate
  • PWCs may only be operated between sunrise and sunset
  • PWCs may not be operated at greater than 6 knots in water less than 24 inches deep

The District of Columbia also Requires:

  • All children under 13 years of age must waer a life jacket unles in an enclosed cabin
  • No one may operate a vessel (power / sail / rowing) unless they have taken a boating safety course and have certificate of completion on board for inspection. The only exception is for a minor under age 18 operating under the direct supervision of an adult with a certificate.
  • When an operator is under 18 years old on a vessel 16' or more, all persons on board under 18 years old must wear a PFD
  • No power driven vessel will be operated at a speed of greater than 6 miles per hour in the Potomac River upstream from the Arlington Memorial Bridge, Washington Channel upstream from Haines Point, Anacostia River upstream from Green Leaf Point to Benning Road Bridge, or greater than 10 miles per hour when passing the wharfs in the city of Alexandria, VA
  • An observer of someone being towed must be at least 12 years old.
  • The operator of a boat is deemed to have given consent for chemical testing. A blood alcohol content of over 0.08%, or ANY measurable blood alcohol for an operator under 21 years of age, will result in a Boating Under the Influence violation
  • PWCs cannot jump the wake of a vessel within 100 yards of the vessel and must remain 25 yards from another PWC at over 10 miles per hour.

 

Security and Safety Zones:

There are many events in the Washington DC area that require a higher level of security on the rivers. Inauguarations, firework displays, festivals, summits, conventions, and more all heighten the security posture both ashore and afloat.

Notice to Mariners are issued prior to events and broadcast on VHF channel 16 during the security zone. There are security zones that may not be entered, and others that can be passed through with permission. If approached by a law enforcement boat at any time on the river, slow immediatly, respond to their commands for maneuvering, and there will be no problem. During polically sensitive events, law enforcement agents will use armed fire to stop the movement of a vessel not responding to verbal commands.

This information was provided from the National Safe Boating Council and produced by the Coast Guard Auxiliary, 5th District, Division 2.  www.potomacdivision.org

 

U.S. Coast Guard Maritime Security (MARSEC) Levels

The Coast Guard has a three-tiered system of Maritime Security (MARSEC) levels consistent with the Department of Homeland Security’s Homeland Security Advisory System (HSAS). MARSEC Levels are designed to provide a means to easily communicate pre-planned scalable responses to increased threat levels. The Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard sets MARSEC levels commensurate with the HSAS. Because of the unique nature of the maritime industry, the HSAS threat conditions and MARSEC levels will align closely, though they will not directly correlate.

MARSEC levels are set to reflect the prevailing threat environment to the marine elements of the national transportation system, including ports, vessels, facilities, and critical assets and infrastructure located on or adjacent to waters subject to the jurisdiction of the U.S.

MARSEC Level 1 means the level for which minimum appropriate security measures shall be maintained at all times. MARSEC 1 generally applies when HSAS Threat Condition Green, Blue, or Yellow are set.

MARSEC Level 2 means the level for which appropriate additional protective security measures shall be maintained for a period of time as a result of heightened risk of a transportation security incident. MARSEC 2 generally corresponds to HSAS Threat Condition Orange.

MARSEC Level 3 means the level for which further specific protective security measures shall be maintained for a limited period of time when a transportation security incident is probable, imminent, or has occurred, although it may not be possible to identify the specific target. MARSEC 3 generally corresponds to HSAS Threat Condition Red.

 

read more

www.uscgboating.org

Boaters Planet and BoatersPlanet.com alway's recommends getting a free vessel safety check every year for all recreational boats and personal watercraft. Its Free People, so there is No Excuse for not having one.

Check Out the online Vessel Safety Check Program. This program allows you to see if your boat or personal watercraft will pass a safety check before you have one. remember" Your In Command. Boat Responsibly!"

Allways Fill Out A Float Plan When Leaving The Dock And Leave It With Your Marina Or A Close Friend. A Float Plan Makes It Easier For US Coast Guard, Police and Rescue To Find You In A Case Of An Emergency That You Might Encounter Out On The Water. A Float Plan Could Save Your Life.

read more

 

www.vesselsafetycheck.org

 

"The Vessel Safety Check (VSC) is a free public service provided by the Coast Guard Auxiliary and U.S. Power Squadrons."

— U.S. Coast Guard

 

 

Approximately 70 percent of all reported fatalities occurred on boats where the operator had not received boating safety instruction—take a course!"

— U.S. Coast Guard

 

"Overall, carelessness/reckless operation, operator inattention, excessive speed and operator inexperience are the leading contributing factors of all reported accidents."

— U.S. Coast Guard

 

"In 2005, 87 percent of the boaters who drowned were not wearing life jackets."

— U.S. Coast Guard

 

"The percentage of boaters who drown as a result of not wearing a life jacket consistently falls between 85 and 90 percent each year."

— U.S. Coast Guard

 

"The vast majority of boating accidents are caused by operator controllable factors and not by the boat, equipment or environmental factors."

— U.S.Coast Guard

 

“The majority of boating accidents are preventable and therefore can be avoided if recreational boaters are 'in command' of their vessel.”

— U.S. Coast Guard

 

“The majority of boating accidents are preventable and therefore can be avoided if recreational boaters are 'in command' of their vessel.”

— U.S. Coast Guard

 

 

Government Relations

www.boatus.com/gov

www.nmma.org/government

www.nmma.org/abc

www.washingtonwatch.com

www.boatblue.org

NEWS From BoatU.S.
Boat Owners Association of The United States
880 S. Pickett St., Alexandria, VA 22304
BoatU.S. News Room at http://www.BoatUS.com/news/releases.asp

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Press Contact: Scott Croft, 703-461-2864, SCroft@BoatUS.com

BOATERS NEED LEGISLATORS TO ACT QUICKLY ON
NEWLY-INTRODUCED "CLEAN BOATING ACT OF 2008"

Bi-Partisan Legislation Would Permanently Restore
Clean Water Act Exemption for Recreational Boats

WASHINGTON, DC, March 19, 2008 - A newly introduced Senate bill, "The Clean Boating Act of 2008" (S. 2766) promises to be practical solution to a looming permit deadline for recreational boaters, anglers, and charter boats.

Because of a lawsuit targeting ocean-going commercial vessels carrying ballast water, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is required to implement an "operational discharge permit" for all vessels in the United States - including recreational boats - by September 30, 2008. Without a change in law, all boaters will need to obtain this permit, as early as this summer.

However, with a possible Senate vote in the next few months, Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatU.S.) is urging recreational boaters to quickly contact their Senate and House legislators to support The Clean Boating Act of 2008.

S. 2766 was introduced on Thursday, March 13 by Senate Environment and Public Works Chairwoman Barbara Boxer (D-Calif.) and Sen. Bill Nelson (D-Fla.). It follows two bills originally introduced in the spring and fall of 2007 as "The Recreational Boating Act of 2007" (H.R. 2550/S. 2067) by Representatives Gene Taylor (D-Miss.) and Candice Miller (R-Mich.) and Senator Mel Martinez (R-Fla.).

"Sens. Boxer and Nelson's bill now has the best chance of gaining widespread political support. As a result, we need every boater, every angler, and anyone who uses a boat to contact their senators and representatives to ask for their support of this bill," said BoatU.S. Vice President of Government Affairs Margaret Podlich.

"S. 2766 recognizes the fact that normal operational discharges from recreational boats, such as engine cooling water or deck runoff from rain, should not be viewed under the Clean Water Act as being similar to a commercial ship's ballast water," said Podlich. "This bill does not weaken any existing environmental laws restricting the overboard discharge of oil, fuel, garbage, or sewage."

S. 2766 also requires the EPA and U.S. Coast Guard to investigate the need for potential management practices for some recreational boat discharges over the next three years. Each step in this development process will include a public comment period and be subject to "reasonable and practical" criterion.

"BoatU.S. has been working with the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) and other groups to seek a viable recreational boating solution to the upcoming September permit deadline. We appreciate the leadership shown by members of Congress who understand that applying a new permit to recreational boating will not accomplish anything tangible, and will only create a new unnecessary bureaucracy, " added Podlich.

To help boaters contact their federal legislators or learn more about the issue, go to http://www.BoatBlue.org or http://www.BoatUS.com/gov

Act Now! Tell Congress to Protect Boating By Passing the Clean Boating Act

The Gas Crisis

April 5, 2008.

Lets Face It. Everyone Out There Is Feeling The Gas Problem In There Pockets And It Doesn't Look Like It Will Be Getting Better Anytime Soon, And The Boating Industry Is Really Getting Hit As Well. And That Means A Lot More Boats Will Be Sitting At The Docks This Boating Season. Some People Are Complaining About The Cost Of Filling There SUV, But Filling Some Of These Boats Up With Gas Or Diesel Is A Real KILLER To The Wallet. (Some Are In The Thousands). The Marine & Automotive Industry Are Working On Alternative Routes As We Speak. Right Now There Are Three Types Under Developement. Each On Of These Designs Seems Pretty Logical, But All Seem To Have A Little Flaw Here And There, From Manufacturing Costs, To Size Of Tanks, To Keeping Hydrogen Cold. However, As Of Now, Hydrogen-Powered Fuel Cells Seem To Be The Best Idea For Now.

1.Hydrogen-Powered Fuel-Cells

2.Hydrogen-Powered Internal Combustion Engines

3.Petroleum-Electric Hybrids

 

Josh Wilkinson

April 5, 2008.

 

 

Boating Magazines & Publications

 

dupont REGISTRY

www.dupontregistry.com

www.dupontregistry.com/boats

 

Nor'easter Magazine

www.noreastermagazine.com

Always Check Out What Ira Black Has To Say Under The "IN THE WIND" Column.  He Always Has Something Good to Say.

 

Captains Quarterly

www.captainsquarterly.com

 

The Mariner (The Beacon Of The Bay)

www.themariner.net

 

PropTalk

www.proptalk.com

 

SpinSheet

www.spinsheet.com

 

Chesapeake Angler Magazine

www.chesapeake-angler.com

 

Guide to Cruising Chesapeake Bay Magazine

www.cbmmag.net  

 

Good Old Boat

www.goodoldboat.com

The sailing magazine for the rest of us!

 

Seaworthy

www.boatus.com/seaworthy

The BOATU.S Marine Insurance and Damage Avoidance Report

 

Cruising World

www.cruisingworld.com

Cruising World magazine

 

Power Cruising (The Magazine For All Who Cruise Under Power.)

www.powercruisingmag.com

Power Cruising Magazine

 

Sailing World

www.sailingworld.com

Sailing World Magazine

 

Yachting

www.yachtingnet.com

Yachting Magazine

 

Powerboat

www.powerboatmag.com

Powerboat Magazine

 

Boating

www.boatingmag.com

Boating Magazine 

 

Powerboat Guide

www.powerboatguide.com 

600 Pages Of Over 1,800 Current And Out Of Production Models Built Since The Late 1970's

 

Go Boating Magazine

www.goboatingamerica.com

 

Boating Life Magazine (The Authority On Recreational Boating)

www.boatinglife.com

 

Sea Magazine (America's Western Boating Magazine)

www.seamagazine.com

 

Wave Life Magazine

www.wavelife.com

 

Ocean Explorer Magazine

www.oceanexplorermag.com

 

Yacht Charters Magazine

www.yachtchartersmagazine.com

 

Performance Boat Magazine

www.performanceboats.com

 

www.top100boat.com

 

Passage Maker

Ocean Navigator

Yachts International

Sail

Sailing

Cruising World

Wooden Boat

Yachting World

Trailer Boat

Blue Water Sailing

Power Cruising

Motorboating

 

Fishing Magazines & Publications:

www.marlinmag.com Marlin Magazine.

www.sportfishingmag.com Sportfishing Magazine. "The Magazine Of Saltwater Fishing".

 

 

 

Report Suspicious Activity On Our Waterways.

National Response Center 877-24WATCH

  www.americaswaterwaywatch.org

 

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Before You Purchase A New or Used Boat Make Sure You Check Out The Links Below.

If You Are Thinking Of Selling Your Current Boat Use This Service To Get An Accurate Idea Of The Actual Current Value.

www.nadaguides.com

Boat Histroy Report

www.boathistoryreport.comBoatHistoryReport.com Offers In-Depth Information on All Pre-Owned Watercraft

www.powerboatguide.com 600 Pages Of Over 1,800 Current And Out Of Production Models Built Since The Late 1970's

www.boatus.com/buyerservices

www.boatbuying.com

www.boatrite.com

www.buc.com

www.bucnet.com

www.bucvalu.com

www.computerboatvalues.com Canada

www.computerboatsearch.com Canada

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Boat Recalls

National Recall Registry

Register Your Boat To Be Alerted For Any Factory Recalls For Maintenance Or Safety Issues.

www.boatamerica.org/recall

If You Have A Consummer Complaint Problem contact BoatUS Consumer Protection Bureau.

www.boatus.com/consumer

 

Are you wondering about the safety record of a boat you own or plan to purchase? The U.S. Coast Guard maintains a database on all manufacturer recalls of recreational boats and related equipment that are due to safety defects and non-compliance. Safety defects are considered to be conditions that can cause failure without warning and that create a substantial risk of personal injury. Use this handy resource to find out whether there have been safety concerns you should know about for a specific recreational boat.

www.uscgboating.org/recalls/recalls_database.htm

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Boating Products & Accessories

When Shopping For Boating Products & Accessories Use The Helpful Links Below To Help Find Whatever Product Or Accessory You May Be Looking For.

www.boatersworld.com

www.overtons.com

www.boatus.com

 

www.westmarine.com

www.landfallnavigation.com

www.cabellas.com

www.basspro.com

www.outerbanksoutfitters.com

www.consumermarine.com

www.welcome-aboard.com

www.boatownersworld.com

www.faceplantwatertoys.com

 

Boats & Yachts For Sale

Find It, Sell It, Or Buy It.

Sell Your Boat Right Here on BoatersPLanet.com Using Our Service. Or Click On One Of The Useful Links Below.

"You're Gonna Need A Bigger Boat" Roy Sheider as Chief Martin Brody in Jaws. 1975

Use The Links Below For Easy Navigation On The Web To Help You Better Find Your Next New or Used Boat, Yacht or Personal Watercraft.

www.dupontregistry.com/boats

www.yachtworld.com

www.boattrader.com

www.boats.com

www.boatcrazy.com

www.yachtbroker.com

www.boatingbay.com

www.yachttraderonline.com

www.sailboattraderonline.com

www.thesaltydog.com

www.boatshopper.com

www.usedboats.com

www.boatus.com

www.sailboatlistings.com

www.boats.com

www.boattest.com/classifieds

www.boatfind.net

www.y4yachts.com

www.freeboatad.com

www.boatshowdeals.com

www.boatboss.com

www.internetboats.com

www.car-auction.com Seized Boats

www.yachtsalvage.com

www.pwc-traderonline.com Personal Watercraft

 

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The Pictures Of Boats For Sale And The Written Offer For Sale Are The Responsibility Of The Individual Advertiser Or Individual. BoatersPlanet.com Makes No Representation Or Warranty For Accuracy Or Content.

 

Boat Financing

Use The Helpful Links Below To Shop For The Best Rates For Buying A New Boat Or Refinancing Your Existing Boat Loan.

 

www.keybank.com

 

www.eboatloans.com

www.suntrust.com/marine

www.fastfinance.com

www.boatfinance.com

www.boatus.com/boatloans

www.boatloansbynet.com

www.tridentfunding.com

www.essexcredit.com

www.recreation-finance.com

www.securedmarinetrust.com

Click Below To Check Your Credit Score.

www.freecreditreport.com

 

Boat Insurance

Use The Helpful Links Below To Shop For The Best Insurance Rates For Your New Boat Or Your Existing Boat.

www.boatus.com/insurance

 

www.watercraft.progressive.com

 

www.geico.com/getaquote/boat

www.allstate.com/boat-insurance.aspx

www.nboat.com

www.seainsure.com

www.securedmarinetrust.com

www.clinsurance.com

www.imiscorp.net International Marine Insurance Services.

 

Press Release

For Immediate Release

Media Contact: Genevieve Sanchez

info@boatersplanet.com

(202) 215-1300

Date: January 22, 2008

 

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Miami Yacht & Brokerage Show February 12 - 16, 2009

At Collins Ave. In Miami Beach

www.showmanagement.com

 

Miami International Boat Show February 12-16, 2009

At The Miami Beach Convention Center

www.miamiboatshow.com

 

Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show October 30th - November 3, 2008

www.showmanagement.com

 

St. Petersburg Annual Boat Show December 4 -7, 2008

www.showmanagement.com

 

Washington D.C. Boat Show February 19-22, 2009

At The D.C. Convention Center

www.washingtonboatshow.com

 

Baltimore Boat Show January 21-25, 2009

At The Baltimore Convention Center

www.baltimoreboatshow.com

 

Atlantic City International Power Boat Show February 4-8, 2009

At The Atlantic City Convention Center

www.acboatshow.com

 

Atlantic City In-Water Boat Show September 4-7, 2008

At The Trump Marina Hotel & Casino

www.acinwaterboatshow.com

 

Los Angeles Boat Show February 9-17, 2008

At The Los Angeles Convention Center

www.losangelesboatshow.com

 

Dubai International Boat Show March 3-7, 2009

At Dubai International Marine Club (Mina Seyahi)

The Largest Boat Show In The Middle East.

Tickets Available At: www.timeouttickets.com

www.boatshowdubai.com

 

 

Vancouver International Boat Show February 4-8, 2009

At The BC Place Stadium

www.vancouverboatshow.ca

 

Helsinki International Boat Show February 7-15, 2009

www.finnexpo.fi/vene

 

Belgian Boat Show February 7-15, 2009

www.belgianboatshow.be

 

 

Boat Show Calendar

 

The International Boat Show Barcelona Spain November 8-16,  2008 www.salonnautico.com

The Fort Myers Boat Show  November 13-16  2008 www.fortmyersboatshow.com

St. Petersburg Annual Boat Show December 4 - 7, 2008 www.showmanagement.com

The Genoa International Boat Show Genoa Italy  October 6-14  2007 www.salonnauticgenova.it

United States Powerboat Show   Annapolis, MD.  October 16-19, 2008 www.usboat.com

United States Sailboat Show     Annapolis, MD.  October   9-13, 2008 www.usboat.com

Miami International Boat Show February 12-16, 2009 www.miamiboatshow.com

Miami Yacht & Brokerage Show February 12-16, 2009 www.miamiboatshow.com

Ft. Lauderdale International Boat Show  October 30- November 3, 2008  www.showmanagement.com

New York National Boat Show    December-13-21, 2008 www.nyboatshow.com

Washington D.C. Boat Show February 19-22, 2009 www.washingtonboatshow.com

National Capital Boat Show  Chantilly VA.  March 13-15, 2009 www.nationalcapitalboatshow.com

Bay Bridge Boat Show    Stevensville, MD.  April 23-26, 2009 www.usboat.com

Baltimore Boat Show   Baltimore, MD.  January 21-25, 2009 www.baltimoreboatshow.com

National Harbor Boat Show Maryland   June 5-8, 2008 www.yachtshownh.com

Palm Beach Boat Show March 27-30, 2008 www.showmanagement.com

Suncoast Boat Show Sarasota April 17-20, 2008 www.showmanagement.com

St. Augustine Boat Show May 2-4, 2008 www.showmanagement.com

Atlantic City In-Water PowerBoat Show September 4-7, 2008 www.acinwaterboatshow.com

Tidewater Boat Show April 3-5, 2009 www.agievents.com

Madison Boat Show Madison Wisconsin January 23-25, 2009 www.agievents.com

Michigan City Boat Show (In-Water) August 21-24, 2008 www.agievents.com

Dubai International Boat Show March 3-7, 2009 www.boatshowdubai.com

 

 

New York National Boat Show 30 December - 0 January 2008 New York. USA

San Diego

 04 January - 07 January 2007

USA
London Int. Boat Show 05 January - 14 January 2007 London, UK
Toronto Int. Boat Show 12 January - 21 January 2007 Toronto, Canada
Chicago 17 January - 21 January 2007 Chicago, USA
Dusseldorf Boat Show 20 January - 28 January 2007 Dusseldorf , Germany
Chicago 01 February - 04 February 2007 Chicago, USA
Atlantic City 31 January - 04 February 2007 USA
Goteborg Boat Show 02 February - 11 February 2007 Gotenborg, Sweden
Vancouver 07 February - 11 February 2007 Vancouver, Canada
Lisbon Boat Show 10 February - 18 February 2007 Lisbon, Portugal
Helsinki Int. Boat Show 09 February - 18 February 2007 Helsinki, Finland
Belgian Boat Show 10 February - 18 February 2007 Gent, Belgium
Budapest Boat Show 15 February - 18 February 2007 Budapets, Hungary
Warsaw 15 February - 18 February 2007 Warsaw, Poland
Miami Int. Boat Show 15 February - 19 February 2007 Miami, Florida
Zagreb Sport & Boat Show 21 February - 25 February 2007 Zagreb, Croatia
Istanbul 17 February - 25 February 2007 Istanbul, Turkye
Suissenautic 17 February - 25 February 2007 Bern, Switzerland
Fredericia 02 March - 04 March 2007 Denmark
HISWA 06 March - 11 March 2007 Amsterdam, the Netherlands
Stockholm Int. Boat Show 02 March - 11 March 2007 Stockholm, Sweden
Auckland City 07 March - 11 March 2007 New Zealand
Dubai 13 March - 17 March 2007 Dubai
Madrid Boat Show 14 March - 18 March 2007 Madrid, Spain
Yokohama 15 March - 18 March 2007 Yokohama, Japan
Norwegian Int. Boat Show 16 March - 25 March 2007 Oslo, Norway
China Int. Boat Show 05 April - 08 April 2007 Shanghai, China
Moscow Int. Boat Show 12 April - 15 April 2007 Moscow, Russia
Croatia Boat Show 14 April - 22 April 2007 Split, Croatia
Naples 14 April - 22 April 2007 Naples, Italy
Singapore Boat show 19 April - 22 April 2007 Singapore
Bangkok 27 April - 29 April 2007 Bangkok, Thailand
Palma de Mallorca 28 April - 06 May 2007 Palma de Mallorca
Internautica Int. Boat Show 08 May - 13 May 2007 Portoroz, Slovenia
Rio de Janeiro 05 May - 13 May 2007 Rio de Janeiro, Brasil
Beirut 16 May - 20 May 2007 Beirut, Lebanon
Sanctuary Cove Int. Boat Show 24 May - 27 May 2007 Sanctuary Cove, Australia
Melbourne Boat Show 05 July - 09 July 2007 Melbourne, Australia
Las Vegas 18 July - 20 July 2007 Las Vegas, USA
Sidney 02 August - 07 August 2007 Sidney, Australia
National Boat Show 17 August - 19 August 2007 Johannesburg, South-Africa
Atlantic City 06 September - 09 September 2007 USA
Seaport Boat Show 04 September - 09 September 2007 IJmuiden, the Netherlands
Norwegian Int. Boatshow 06 September - 09 September 2007 Oslo, Norway
Festival Int. de la Plaisance 12 September - 17 September 2007 Cannes, France
Monaco Yacht Show 19 September - 22 September 2007 Monte Carlo, Monaco
East Norwalk 20 September - 23 September 2007 USA
Southampton Int. Boat Show 14 September - 23 September 2007 Southampton, UK
GP de la Rochelle 19 September - 24 September 2007 La Rochelle, France
Interboot Int. Watersports Exhibition 22 September - 30 September 2007 Friedrichshafen, Denmark
Sao Paulo 04 October - 09 October 2007 Sao Paulo, Brasil
Miami IBEX 10 October - 12 October 2007 Miami, USA
Genoa Int. Boat Show 06 October - 14 October 2007 Genoa, Italy
Athens Int. Boat Show 20 October - 28 October 2007 Athens, Greece
Fort Lauderdale Boat Show 25 October - 29 October 2007 Fort Lauderdale, Florida
International Boat Show Hamburg 27 October - 04 November 2007 Hamburg, Germany
Barcelona Int. Boat Show 03 November - 11 November 2007 Barcelona, Spain
Scandinavian S & M Show 07 November - 11 November 2007 Stockholm, Sweden
METS 13 November - 15 November 2007 Amsterdam, the Netherlands
Salon Nautique 30 November - 10 December 2007 Paris, France
Taipei (provisional) 13 December - 16 December 2007 Taiwan

 

Boating Events

Boats Rafting Up At The 2007 Aquapalooza Boating Event Presented By Sea Ray.

www.aquapalooza.com  Sea Ray's Big Boat Party On The Water.

 

 

Washington D.C.

The Water Skining Santa and his Kneeboarding Reindeer on the banks of the Potomac River In Washington D.C. along the George Washington Memorial Parkway.

The Best Viewing is from Lady Bird Johnson Park across from Columbia Island Marina.

For more information contact Santa at: SantaCruise@aol.com or (703) 280-1788