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Mentor Harbor Yachting Club
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Mentor Harbor Yachting Club (MHYC), located in Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio, is one of the premier yachting clubs on the Great Lakes. Since 1928, the club has been one of the most pleasant places on Lake Erie, providing both a quiet, relaxing environment and the convenience of being close to the Greater Cleveland area.
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Washburn Marina
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Washburn Marina is a natural, deepwater harbor, on the shores of Chequamegon Bay, in western Lake Superior. Providing easy access to outstanding fishing and sailing, it is the gateway to the Apostle Islands. Conveniently located in the coastal community of Washburn, Wis., the marina has 138 slips. Touting more than three acres of land space and 30,000 square feet of indoor storage space, the marina accommodates both recreational boaters and commercial vessels. A 150-ton Travelift makes hauling and launching a wide variety of vessels possible.
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Dining at the Lake
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Depending on where you launch your boat, you may or may not have access to a place for purchasing ready-made food to eat while on the lake. Part of the enjoyment of spending leisure time on the water is being able to snack or eat a meal while out on your vessel. Listed below are some tips for preparing food before or while boating, assuming that you have access to a designated picnic or shore area for further food preparations. Try a few of these ideas for your next picnic, and enjoy dining alfresco!
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Five Common Boating Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
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If you’re new to boating—or even if you’re not—it’s easy to make simple mistakes that may have serious consequences on the water. Almost always, boating errors are caused by rushing, not paying attention, or both. Most of them are more embarrassing than anything else; for example, failing to tie up the anchor before tossing it over the side, or jumping from the boat to the dock and ending up in the water, instead.
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Stay Safe on the Water
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Operating a boat can be fun and exciting, but it has risks. Here are a few suggestions that will help keep you safe while you’re out enjoying your boat or personal watercraft. Be Weather-Wise
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Propeller Safety - What You Don't Know Can Hurt You
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Take a moment to test your knowledge with the following quiz. 1.) If a passenger falls overboard from your boat, you should do which of the following: a. Slowly reverse, keeping the individual in sight at all times. Stop within five feet and allow the person to swim to the side of the boat. b. Stop the boat. Allow the boater to swim to the side of the vessel and slowly pull the person to safety.
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Simple Steps to Being an Eco-Friendly Boater
As marinas prepare for peak boating season around the country, now's the time for boaters to gear up to "be green" this summer. Choosing to be a responsible conservationist on the water not only positively impacts the environment, but can also have a similar impact on your wallet. The recreational boating industry continues to offer eco-friendly products, including electric and solar-paneled boats, greener engines and recycled accessories. DiscoverBoating.com/green has easy tips for every boater to become more environmentally-conscious this spring, including:
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Nine Reasons to Own a VHF Radio
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In times of emergency, a VHF radio can be one of the most important pieces of gear aboard a boat. This means of communication can be a boater's only line of communication from sea to shore or to nearby vessels, so it's important to select a radio that has the most advanced and the most helpful features. Here are the top reasons to own or simply upgrade a VHF radio.
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Marina Profile: Collins Bay Marina
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Collins Bay Marina is a family-owned and -operated, 300-slip facility located in Kingston, Ontario, Canada. Situated between the Thousand Islands and the inland waters of Prince Edward County, it is home to boaters in a stunningly beautiful cruising area. Sailors enjoy the open waters and the faithful winds that brought the Summer Olympic sailing events to Kingston in 1976.  Protected by Amherst Island and the gentle curve of the bay, the marina is a secure weather hole affording excellent protection to boaters when Lake Ontario threatens.
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Yacht Club Profile: Racine Yacht Club
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Racine Yacht Club (RYC) is located on Lake Michigan, at the mouth of the Root River in Racine, Wis., approximately 30 miles south of Milwaukee and 60 miles north of Chicago, Ill.  RYC offers many attractions including its own slip system, dry sailing area, bar with flat panel TVs, dining area, patio, private beach with playground, and more. The adventurous can join the racing fleet, the power squadron or the adult sailing classes for some excitement. Kids can be kept occupied during the summer with junior sailing classes.
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