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SPRING 2013

This season, for the first time ever, BrewerYacht Yards is sponsoring several BYYRendezvous. Each one is designed to providemembers with the perfect excuse to both getaway and get together, all while enjoyingexclusive access to some of the Northeast’smost unique and historic ports: Mystic, CT;Bath, ME; Bristol, RI; and Salem, MA.

The 2013 BYY Rendezvous will feature theMystic Seaport Museum, the Maine MaritimeMuseum, the Herreshoff Marine Museum,and the Peabody Essex Museum. Memberswho participate and attend by water willreceive a BYY tote bag and a BYY clubburgee!

At each rendezvous, attendees, includingwalk-ins, will have the opportunity to visitwith fellow BYY members, as well as BYYstaff. Two designated Saturday socialgatherings – a morning coffee and an evening“docktail” – will serve as bookend events tobusy days of independent exploration anddiscovery in these fascinating locations.Reservations are required and all bookings arebeing made on a first-come, first-served basis.Please read on to learn more about eachunique BYY Rendezvous. If one of thesesounds right for you, reserve your spot today!

LET’S GET TOGETHERFirst Ever BYY Rendezvous

AT THE HELMA Letter from the President

MYSTIC SEAPORTVisiting by Water

Q&Awith Rives Potts

BYY IMPROVEMENTS

WE DELIVER, YOU BELONG!

ON DECKRob Straight

&Scott Carpenter

PULLING TOGETHERBefore & After Storms

NEW GMSPilots Point MarinaFerry Point Marina

BYY INSURANCEA New Brewer Member Exclusive

BYY PROJECTS

BREWER WI-FI&

BYY MEMBER BENEFITS

BREWER YACHT SALESBuying & Selling

BOAT YARD DOG

TIPS FROM THE CREW

BYY LOCATION MAP

BYY BOATING CLUBCome One. Come All.

WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!

Mystic Seaport MuseumMystic, CTJune 7 – 9

&September 6 – 8

Maine Maritime MuseumBath, ME

July 19 – 21

Herreshoff Marine MuseumBristol, RI

July 26 – 28

Peabody Essex MuseumSalem, MA

August 16 – 18

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At the HelmA Letter from the President

As we move into the height of the 2013 launching season, I find myself reflecting on the weather we’ve had over the last several months. I’m not surehow many storms we’ve endured, but, just since Hurricane Sandy, we’ve seenseveral nor’easters and a lot of snow. Needless to say, I’m grateful for betterweather, and for the fresh start brought on by the return of the boating season!

I’m also grateful that our properties, for the most part, got through the recentstorms with minimal damage. The most serious impact occurred at Plymouth,where our wave attenuating dock was weakened by Hurricane Sandy and finished off by the nor’easter that followed a few days later. Hawthorne Coveand Capri were also beaten up. But, compared to the damage in New Jersey,Staten Island, and the south shore of Long Island, it’s fair to say Brewer YachtYards got off relatively unscathed.

This winter, though we’ve been scrambling to make storm repairs and furtherstrengthen our marinas, all of our yards have also been busy with many serviceprojects. Our typical off-season service work was, indeed, added to by the manyboats that suffered damage from the various storms.

Despite any setbacks caused by storms, our focus has remained on continuing to make improvements to our properties. Recent work includes: dredging atPilot’s Point, Mystic, and Bruce & Johnson’s; installing 25 new slips to increasecapacity at Mystic; and building a new storage facility at Deep River. Aftermany years, we have also finally received permits to construct a new building at Sakonnet. At Bruce & Johnson’s West, four lovely apartments are complete,as is a new waterfront in South Freeport. Bulkhead work continues at StirlingHarbor, with the addition of a new fuel dock and dock house, while Ferry Pointhas gotten an entirely new bulkhead. This winter, Bruce & Johnson’s tookdelivery of a new 50-ton travel lift. And, finally, at Pilot’s Point, Capri, andPlymouth, older floats have been replaced with new ones, while improvementsto both floats and the mooring field have been made at Hawthorne Cove.

In closing, I’d like to share a noteworthy change we’ve made to our manage-ment structure this spring. Rives Potts, who many of you know, is nowPresident of Brewer Yacht Yards, and I have stepped up to be Chairman &CEO. Rives has been my “right hand” for many years and has served as the General Manager of Brewer Pilots Point Marina since 1980. He will do a greatjob managing the company. Our managers will report to Rives, and he willreport to me.

As always, our team is grateful for the opportunity to do what we most enjoy,making your boating season trouble free and fun! Please let us know what wecan do better, and what improvements you would like to see at our yards.

Here’s to a wonderful boating season and to keeping the storms far away. Thankyou for choosing Brewer Yacht Yards as your home port!

Sincerely,

Rives Potts:office: 914/698-0295 office: 860/399-7906cell: 914/659-0066 cell: 860/227-7005e-mail: jack@byy.com email: rpotts@byy.com

EditorKristin Peterson

Brewer South Freeport Marine

Directors of MarketingDouglas Domenie

Brewer Dauntless Shipyard & Marina

Lynn OliverBrewer Yacht Yard Group

Design and ProductionTina Kelsey

Kelsey Creative

Tide Watch is a newsletter created in-housespecifically for Brewer Yacht Yard customersand staff. With the exception of specialeditions, it is published twice a year. Over15,000 copies of each issue are direct-mailedin May and October, at the open and close ofeach boating season. We welcome feedback,contributions, questions, and ideas.

While we enjoy sharing our stories with you,we also have an interest in hearing your stories. If you cruise between Brewer YachtYards this season, let us know where you’vebeen and how you’ve spent your time. Feelfree to enclose pictures; we may include themin a future edition.

Kristin PetersonTide Watch Editorc/o Brewer South Freeport MarinePO Box 119South Freeport, ME 04078(207) 865-3181tidewatch@byy.com

UNSUBSCRIBE?If you no longer wish to receive thisnewsletter and would like to be removedfrom our mailing list, please send an e-mailto tidewatch@byy.com with the wordREMOVE in the subject line. In the bodyof your e-mail, be sure to note your nameand address, as it appears on your copy ofTide Watch, as well as the name of yourhome port Brewer Yacht Yard.

Thank you.

Contributed by Lynn Oliver, BYY Member, s/v Covenant

There are few family boating experiences that capture theimagination and engage the body and mind as does anovernight visit to Mystic Seaport. We’ve had the good fortuneto cruise with our boys, on our J-40, since they were veryyoung, and the museum has always been a favorite. Theexcitement starts on the approach, heading up the river. Thereare lots of unique boats to admire along the way. It’s fun towonder aloud about each of them, and to discuss theiraesthetics, design, age, and required upkeep. And then thereare the bridges! The magic river gates that open for thoselucky enough to travel by water. First, a railroad bridge rotates(on command of the operator) to allow passage. Then, ahighway bridge lifts like an enormous tamed animal, raising itspaws and sitting back on its haunches, as you motor by to apeaceful step back in time. In minutes you are a time traveler,a fiberglass creature amidst wooden vessels that whisper ofadventure, excitement, and stories you can only imagine.

Your arrival at the North Dock is met by friendly staff. Theyhelp with your tie up and welcome you to Mystic Seaport for ahands-on, close-up view of life and work aboard these storiedvessels. This is the marine equivalent of stepping through alooking glass. Suddenly, you are in the middle of 19th centurycoastal life.

Indoor exhibits provide shade and air conditioning on hotdays, while you view figureheads, a planetarium show, anhistoric art collection, and a bevy of small watercraft andengines, among numerous other treasures. The discoveries areendless. There’s truly something for everyone! Outdoorexhibits offer live demonstrations of required crew skills, funplays and readings, and horse drawn wagon rides. Ablacksmith shop, clock shop, and rope making exhibit are alsosure to capture your attention, but the shipyard is one area notto miss!

At the south end of Mystic Seaport, the shipyard is busy witha restoration project. Here you’ll see incredibly large treetrunks, wood planks, and all the tools being used for theextensive, five year restoration of the Charles W. Morgan. Built in 1841, this is the last remaining wooden whale ship.She came to Mystic Seaport in 1941 and, until recently,visitors have only seen her in the water, alongside the wharf.

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Now she towers majestically over the yard (nearly three storieshigh) awaiting her expected launch on July 21, 2013. Untilthen, at a length of 113 feet and a beam of nearly 28 feet, theCharles W. Morgan is a sight to behold! All museum visitors arepermitted to tour the shipyard area and are invited to watchthe shipwrights at work. It’s marvelous to smell the sawdust andhear the planks being hammered into place.

When visiting Mystic Seaport by water, you’ll also enjoyspecial access to the museum campus. Not only are entrancefees for everyone on board covered by your dockage fee, butwhen the gates close for the day, and the other visitors andstaff go home, you are still there! From your own vessel, you arefree to walk the town green of the restored whaling village,peer in shop and store windows, and extend your visit to themid-1800s, as if living in a magical place and time, even if onlyfor an overnight.

While adults always appreciate the 21st century conveniencesof showers, laundry, and onsite and local restaurants, it is thechild’s imagination that owns the overnight stay at MysticSeaport.

NOTE: All card-carrying BYY members are afforded discounts on dockage at Mystic Seaport. Be sure to present your Green orGold BYY Preferred Member card whenever visiting the museum.It’s one of the benefits of being part of the Brewer family! To reserve your berth, call Len Sawyer at the Mystic Dock Office,860-572-5391. �

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This rendezvous is limited to 30vessels. To book your slip, call Len

Sawyer at the Mystic Seaport DockOffice at 860-572-5391. Be sure to mention

your BYY home port affiliation in order toreceive your Brewer Preferred Card member

discount. Note: museum entrance fees are included withdockage for all on board. For general info on this event, contactBrookes Moody, in the BYY Marketing Department, at 908-399-4013 or at bmoody@byy.com. To learn more about thisdestination, visit www.mysticseaport.org and refer to the articleon page 3, Mystic Seaport, Visiting by Water.

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BYY Rendezvous @ Maine Maritime Museum, July 19 – 21 – here, an easy day trip from Brewer South Freeport Marine,BYY members will enjoy a 45-minute docent-guided tour thatpresents the history of wooden shipbuilding as it occurred at the historic Percy & Small Shipyard on the Kennebec River.Those who show interest, by signing up in advance, will alsohave the opportunity to board a trolley and head next door toBath Iron Works for a behind the scenes look at how US Navydestroyers are built! Once inside the Maine Maritime Museum,all are sure to enjoy a look at this season’s exhibit, “Beyond theBreakers: Lighthouses, Life-Saving and the US Coast Guard”.This visit will include plenty of time for independentexploration. In the evening, after the museum closes, BYYmembers will have private access to the entire museum campus!For those who wish to dine out or poke around Bath’s historicMain Street, the city center is just a modest hike or short cabride away.

Space is limited to approximately 13 vessels. To book a slip ormooring, contact Christine Titcomb in the Maine MaritimeReservations Office at 207-443-1316 or atreservations@maritimeme.org. Note: museum entrance fees areincluded with dockage/mooring for all on board. Be sure tomention your BYY home port affiliation in order to receive adiscounted member rate on the trolley tour. For general info onthis event, contact Brewer South Freeport Marine’s MarinaManager, Kristin Peterson, at 207-865-3181 or atkpeterson@byy.com. To learn more about this destination visitwww.MaineMaritimeMuseum.org.

BYY Rendezvous @ Mystic Seaport,June 7 – 9 & September 6 – 8 – here

Mystic Seaport staff will give BYY members acomplimentary Saturday morning tour before the

campus opens to the public for the day. Once oriented,members will explore the museum independently. The optionsare endless! Whether viewing historic maritime art, orviewing live demonstrations of traditional rope making andship building, there’s something for everyone. After taking inall that the museum has to offer, many will also choose to joinin Mystic’s annual Sea Music Festival which takes place thesame weekend as the June rendezvous.

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BYY Rendezvous @ Herreshoff Marine Museum, July 26 – 28– here, in beautiful Bristol, Rhode Island, BYY members willgather at the Herreshoff Marine Museum & America’s Cup Hallof Fame where they’ll be given exclusive access the NathanaelGreene Herreshoff Model Room. Not typically open to thepublic, this room holds a collection (unique worldwide) of themodels Captain Nat used to create his designs, including hisAmerica's Cup defenders! The 500 models are works of art andare testimony to Captain Nat's genius as a naval architect. Atthe impressive and historic Herreshoff Marine Museum, oversixty significant boats – from the 8 ½’ dinghy, NATHANAEL,to the 75' sailing vessel, DEFIANT, built in 1992 for thesuccessful defense of the America's Cup – are on display. Alsogracing the museum collection are Harold Vanderbilt's TRIVIA,William Strawbridge's 12 ½’, HEFFALUMP, and Captain Nat'spersonal yachts, CLARA (1887) and PLEASURE (1925). Thisrendezvous will also provide plenty of time to explore Bristol’shistoric estates, Blithewold and Linden Place; visit Bristol’smany shops and restaurants; and enjoy nature trails at thenearby Audubon Society of Rhode Island’s EnvironmentalEducation Center.

This rendezvous is limited to 20 vessels. To book yourslip/mooring, contact the Herreshoff Museum at 401-253-5000or at m.church@herreshoff.org. Note: museum entrance fees are included with moorings and dockage. For general info onthis event, contact Brookes Moody, in the BYY MarketingDepartment, at 908-399-4013 or at bmoody@byy.com. To learnmore about this destination visit www.herreshoff.org.

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BYY Rendezvous @ Salem, August 16 – 18 – here BYYmembers will be hosted by our very own Brewer HawthorneCove Marina. A complementary water taxi will provide easyaccess to town and Salem’s many attractions. At the historicHouse of the Seven Gables and the world-renowned PeabodyEssex Museum, docent-led tours will ensure BYY members get a proper introduction to areas of particular interest. Themaritime and American galleries at the Peabody Essex are not to be missed! Those who set off to explore Salem will alsofind the Wax Museum and Salem’s Maritime National HistoricSite worth visiting. Because Salem is also known as the location of the Salem Witch Trials of 1692, there are numerous

witch-themed attractions to be found. During this rendezvous,guests will also find entertainment in the form of music! Atthe marina, there will be Blues & Rock under the tent onFriday evening and Jazz on the deck on Sunday morning. Thissame weekend, the Salem Jazz & Soul Festival will be takingplace. Members interested in soaking up the festival music willhave access to the concert site (at Salem Willows Park) viacomplimentary launch service.

This rendezvous is limited to approximately 20 vessels. Toreserve your slip or mooring, and for general info about thisevent, contact Brewer Hawthorne Cove Marina’s MarinaManager, Ben Kopp, at 978-740-9890 or at bkopp@byy.com.Be sure to mention your BYY home port affiliation in order totake full advantage of your Brewer Preferred Card memberdiscount. To learn more about this destination visitwww.pem.org, www.7gables.org, www.salemjazzsoul.org. Youcan also learn more about Brewer Hawthorne Cove Marina via www.byy.com.

We’re excited about each of our 2013 BYY Rendezvous. Wehope you’ll join us!

For general information about any of our 2013 BYY Rendezvous,please contact Brookes Moody in the BYY Marketing Department at908-399-4013 or at bmoody@byy.com. �

LAT/LON info for BYY Rendezvous:

Herreshoff Museum/Bristol, RI: 41° 39’ 46.26” N 71° 16’ 24.65” W

Mystic Seaport/Mystic, CT:From the wheelhouse of S.S. Sabino:41° 21’ 37.2” N 71° 57’ 54" W

Maine Maritime Museum/Bath, ME: 43° 53’ 41.34” N 69° 48’ 53.34” W

Brewer Hawthorne Cove Marina/Salem, MA:42° 31' 17" N 70° 52' 55" W

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This spring, Jack Brewer announced a change in themanagement structure of the Brewer organization. Jack hasstepped up to serve as Chairman & CEO, and Rives Potts,who joined the group in October 1980 to manage BrewerPilots Point Marina, has been named President and ChiefOperating Officer.

Recently, we had the opportunity to speak with Rives aboutthis change and want to share his thoughts with you.

TW: What are some of the roles you have hadwith Brewer over the last 33 years?

RP: Well, I was hired as GM of Pilots Point Marina, but haveworked with Jack on a number of projects along the way.Sometimes it was evaluating insurance renewals, personnelquestions, acquisitions, and often it was technical issues that Icould draw on my boat building experience to help solve.

TW: How have these shaped your perspective orprepared you for your new role?

RP: Jack’s been good about sharing problems andopportunities when they arise. These experiences have allbeen building blocks, allowing me to be pretty well preparedfor this job. We are a very “boots on the ground” group andit’s important to stay in touch with what’s going on, but alsoto learn from our mistakes and move on.

TW: What changes do you see for Brewer YachtYards’ future?

RP: Well, I hope we can just do more of the same. It’s workedpretty well for almost 50 years. But times are changing and weneed to adjust. From a marketing standpoint, I know that

things like Twitter didn’t exist 10 years ago, so we need to betuned in to those changes and be where our customers need tofind us. So that’s one issue. Personnel issues, we need to bemore tuned in to these, because they’ve changed over theyears and our employees are our most important asset. Andboaters have changed a lot over the years too. Today’s marinaor yard is not just for men. Women are taking a greater roleand families are a primary focus for us. We offer more than aslip or storage, we offer a lifestyle, so we need to stay currentwith our customers and their interests.

TW: What will Brewer customers notice aboutyour new role?

RP: I’d like to think they will be happy. We don’t have anydramatic changes. Jack’s built a terrific company over theyears and I’d like to think we will just tweak it to meet theneeds of the marketplace.

TW: Will we still see Jack Brewer around theyards?

RP: Absolutely! Jack has no intention of retiring. His dadworked 8 days a week until he was 82 and I think Jack willsurpass that! He likes the business and our company and Iexpect Jack will be around quite a bit. He likes gettinginvolved in all aspects of the business. He’s earned the right toback off a little bit, maybe take a bit more time for himself.Hopefully he will do that. It all depends on how good of a jobwe do.

TW: What is your vision for Brewer yards andmarinas in the future?

RP: I think we have two parts for our company for the future.One is the organic growth to get better at what we do.Competition is growing every day and we just need to keepworking hard and stay ahead. Also, I think there are someacquisition opportunities out there. That will allow us to growa bit more in New England and perhaps in other regions aswell.

TW: Jack has always been very approachable andavailable to customers. Should customers contactyou now instead?

RP: Well, I think if it’s an issue about me, they should callJack. If it’s a problem with something else, they should call me.And if it’s complements, I’ll take those too! My email and cellare published and people can contact me 24/7. I think it’simportant to stay in touch with customers and for them toknow they can reach a manager when they need to and eventhe president of a company.

TW: What do you think is the key to Brewergrowth and success?

RP: Jack is an extraordinary person, but I think one of his keyqualities has been to keep his eye on the ball. We stick to ourcore business of slips, storage, and service. We don’t try to run

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a restaurant, or go off doing other things we don’t knowanything about. We have pools and fuel docks and those areamenities, but Jack pays very close attention to the details. Hemakes sure the accounting is to the penny, that we pay our billson time, and, most of all, that we are pleasing the customer.Our rule is that the customer is always right. I think as long aswe are doing that we will keep the company going well.

TW: Who will step up as GM at Brewer PilotsPoint Marina?

RP: Jeremy Maxwell.

TW: And when you get the chance, what’s yourfavorite non-work activity?

RP: Well, I like to sail. I like to race boats and do somecruising. And I’ll do some, but I don’t expect my schedule tochange much. I work a lot already so I don’t expect that tochange.

TW: Any comments you would make to our customers?

RP: First, I would like to thank you for being loyal Brewercustomers; I look forward to serving you. I hope that you willnot hesitate to let us know how we are doing. We have a newfeedback button on our website, and I’m available to you 24/7.Our goal is to provide you with the best boating lifestyle andservice in New England. I look forward to meeting you as Itravel to the yards. I hope you have a terrific boating season!�

More than ever, Brewer Yacht Yards is relying on emailand social media to keep in touch. We are communicatingby e-mail, sharing electronic newsletters and importantbulletins, and we are sharing interesting and valuableinformation via our News Tab on our website,www.byy.com. We are also posting information onFacebook, both at the corporate level and through localBrewer Yacht Yard pages. We are sharing news and imagesof the marinas, stories we think are of interest to you,current service projects, and tidbits about those who workhard to keep your boat in working order and make yourtime at our marinas fun and relaxing. We want you to beconnected and informed, and we want to provide you withthe opportunity to keep your finger on the pulse of marinaand boat yard activity. Please be sure your current email ison file at your Brewer homeport and considerliking/following us on Facebook and/or Twitter.�

Stay Connected,Be Informed

It’s not everyday that a BYY burgee is flown over Glacier Bay, but Mike andPat Orsatti made sure the BYY colors were on display during a recent trip toAlaska! The Orsatti’s are longtime Brewer members. For 30 years, they havekept their 38.8’ Bristol, Spirit, at both Brewer Yacht Haven Marina andBrewer Fiddler’s Cove Marina.

Have you ever spotted a BYY burgee in an unexpected, faraway, or favoriteport? Tell us about it, or better yet, send us a picture! Full-size, high resolu-tion photos should be sent to tidewatch@byy.com.

If you’d like a BYY burgee for your vessel, visit your local BYY Ship’s Storeor Parts Department, or contact Bill Plock at Brewer Yacht Yard atGreenport, bplock@byy.com.

Members who attend this year’s BYY Rendezvous by boat will receive a BYYburgee courtesy of Brewer Yacht Yards! �

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At Brewer Yacht Yards, we are committed to making regular improvements to facility infrastructure and marinaamenities. What’s new at our 22 locations this year? Read on!

Brewer Yacht Yard at Greenport completed installation ofelectrical outlets and perimeter lights as part of their ongoingeffort to make the yard more user-friendly and comfortable.“We chose to install LED lighting along the bulkhead perime-ter to lower our electric use and improve area lighting,” saysGeneral Manager Mike Acebo. “We’ve also installed air con-ditioning in all of the heads, including those by the office thatare newly remodeled.”

Brewer Stirling Harbor Marina updated and replaced theFuel Dock and Dock Office, improving the aesthetics and effi-ciency of the area. “We widened the fairway on the approachto the Fuel Dock, to reduce the congestion issues when largeboats are fueling,” says General Manger Jesse Gaffga. “We alsoupdated the fuel dispenser system, so that we can better serveboaters by pumping fuel at a faster rate.”

Brewer Yacht Yard at Glen Cove finished upgrading themarina entrance to accommodate both sides of the yardthrough one access point. In the East Yard, the bathrooms andlaundry have been upgraded, and part of the old bulkhead hasbeen replaced. Plans and permitting for additional landscapingand dredging are also in the works.

Brewer Capri Marina continued replacing and upgradingdock systems this winter. “In Capri East, C Dock East andWest have been refurbished with 14’ wide IPE decking, whilein Capri West, Bahama West and Nantucket West have alsobeen replaced. Nantucket West now has 12’ wide IPE hard-wood decking,” says General Manager Steve Wachter. “Wealso overhauled the bathrooms and replaced the fence at themarina entrance.”

This season, on site eateries, Marino’s on the Bay and Butler’sFlat Clam Shack, will each celebrate their one year anniversaryat Brewer Capri Marina. “Marino’s on the Bay offers a greatHappy Hour from 4 to 7, as well as outstanding nightly specials and a wonderful Sunday brunch,” says Steve. “ForMemorial Day, they will have live entertainment all weekendlong in celebration of their anniversary.” To learn more abouttheir daily specials and the 2013 entertainment schedule, call516-883-5600 or visit www.marinosonthebay.com.

Brewer Post Road Boat Yard overhauled the yard’s Pettibonecrane this year. The service work included rebuilding cylin-ders, the gear case, and countless hoses. “Well-maintainedequipment is critical to a safe and efficient operation,” saysGeneral Manager Paul Muenzinger. Recent building and seawall repairs also continue at Post Road.

Brewer Yacht Haven Marina repaired storm damage on theouter pier heads and docks. “Piers 11 and 12 sustained most ofthe damage, but Pier 9 had some damage too,” says GeneralManager Todd Breden. “We also finished centrally locatingour Dock Office on the outer dock and have added ten newdinghy spaces to the backside of Pier 1.”

Brewer Stratford Marina upgraded the pool area last season.An old concrete deck was replaced with tile, improving theoverall look and feel of the area.

Brewer Bruce & Johnson’s Marina took delivery of a new50-ton travel lift and completely refurbished the apartmentbuilding in the West Yard. “We stripped the building down tothe studs and rebuilt a new foundation,” says General ManagerJohn McMahon. “The apartments are now high-end, withgranite countertops, oak floors, modern appliances and outstanding water views!”

Dredging of the south end of the marina was also completed.Deep draft sailboats will now be unencumbered by low water.

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Brewer Pilots Point Marina South recently replaced J & KDock floats and upgraded electrical services there. The marinaentrance road was also recently “raised” to permit dry passageat all times. “It no longer matters which phase the moon is in,how high the tide is, or which way the wind is blowing,” saysGeneral Manager Jeremy Maxwell.

At the end of last season, BOOM, the marina restaurant,added an outside café deck along with a seasonal canvas sur-round to accommodate dining, even when it’s breezy or theevening air is chilly.

Brewer Pilots Point Marina East put in new landscapingaround the Office and new landscaping and pavement by theClubhouse for a cleaner, more finished look. This season, theEast Yard welcomes Bliss Market! The market offers preparedmeals, catering, and deli menu dining.

Brewer Pilots Point Marina North completed construction ofa new Clubhouse and pool area in time for last season.“Members love it,” says Jeremy. “It has become a popular placefor parties and gatherings.”

Brewer Ferry Point Marina installed two new bulkheads on Fand G Docks. Each are capped with a new decking that runsthe entire length of both sea walls. The yard also welcomed a“Little Library” created by marina members, Geri and TimJohnson. The library is self-serve and operates on a take-a-book, leave-a-book honor system.

Brewer Dauntless Shipyard & Marina repaired flood damagecaused by Sandy this winter. “Our yard was anywhere from 6”to 24” under water at the height of the storm,” says GeneralManager Doug Domenie. “We took this opportunity toremodel the offices and heads in the space we lease to theEssex Corinthian Yacht Club. And we remodeled the first floorof our main building to include a place for customers to gather.This required rearranging some of our retail space,” says Doug.

“The new layout includes a dock staff desk and a deck withAdirondack chairs for guests to sit and relax.” Awnings at thehead of each dock have also been upgraded with new canvas.On the Fuel Dock, electronic fuel pumps have been installed.

Brewer Deep River Marina recently completed the construc-tion of a 7000 sq ft service and storage building.

Brewer Yacht Yard at Mystic dredged Murphy Cove on theeast side of the marina and added new floats on H Dock, mark-ing their first dock expansion since 1992. “We now have 22slips for boats up to 38’,” says General Manager Ned Ahlborn.

Brewer Wickford Cove Marina recently completed a perimeterexpansion with a 500 foot dock along the easternmost side ofthe marina. This “Mega Dock” allows the yard to accommo-date as many as 10 additional vessels in the 40’ – 50’ range.Other improvements include a new wooden boardwalk, entrygate, and perimeter fencing. The boardwalk is decked withSouthern Yellow Pine and features a unique diagonal pattern,wooden railings, built-in benches, and new transitional rampsto the parking lot. Also new in the parking lot, is the additionof a new lift gate at the marina entrance. A 12’ (high-speed)gate for cars and an 18’ (low-speed) gate for delivery trucksnow provide access via a proximity card reader. “This systemhas some sophisticated software and should provide addedsecurity,” says General Manager Larry Colantuono. “Eachaccess card is specifically coded. The system is linked to ouroffice computers, giving us the ability to log information aboutthe yard’s comings and goings. It also has a call pad for visitorsand can be opened either from the office or remotely by cell phone.”

Old pump out equipment was also replaced, and both mobileand auxiliary stations were added to save time when storingvessels for the winter. “These also double as a convenient wayto dewater bilges, so we know we’re storing dry vessels,” says Larry.

Brewer Yacht Yard at Cowesett took care of basic facilitiesand systems maintenance in an effort to preserve and protectthe many investments made over recent years. But, the mostoutwardly visible change in the last year is the resealing andrestriping of the parking lot. Five yard techs also attendedapproximately 200 hours of training provided by Mercury,ABYC, Sealand, and OSHA.

Brewer Greenwich Bay Marina is making good use of a newservice office, break room, and parts area in the South Yard.These spaces improve efficiency by providing easy access to theshops and storage building. In the North Yard, renovations ofthe old, steel building have begun. Once complete, theseimprovements will transform this space into a well-equippedrepair shop, fully insulated, with updated lighting, heat, andventilation.

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Brewer Cove Haven Marina installed new piping and hoseruns for all five pump out stations; installed new fencing,water, and electric on the south side of the yard; and freshenedup bathrooms, including new counters and sinks in the men’sroom.

Brewer Sakonnet Marina remodeled all five restrooms in theSouth Yard, installing all new vanities, tile floors, and fixtures.

Brewer Fiddler’s Cove Marina recently replaced powerpedestals on D Dock and upgraded all of the boardwalk light-ing with LED fixtures. The crew also completed ongoing trimand rot repair on the main storage and office buildings. Dredgepermits are being secured now for maintenance dredgingscheduled for the end of the season at the entrance channel.

Brewer Plymouth Marine focused on rebuilding the marinaafter Hurricane Sandy and the following nor’easter destroyednearly half of their dock system! “We have rebuilt Docks B &C with all new timber, finger floats, and utilities,” says GeneralManager Tim Moll. In April, the yard also took delivery of anew outer dock by SF Systems of Sweden. “We chose thisfloating breakwater system for D Dock because of its reputationand ability to survive North Sea conditions,” Tim explains.“We also upgraded each of our pilings on the outer dock to a30” diameter steel piling.” (See images on BPM’s Facebookpage).

Brewer Hawthorne Cove Marina added an 8-ton boom truckwith a 65’ reach to the yard’s equipment fleet. This will allowthe crew to step and unstep every mast on site. The crew alsospent a good deal of energy recovering from Sandy, repairingdocks damaged by the storm.

Heading into the new boating season, General Manager NoahFlaherty is also pleased to announce the availability of a brandnew strengthened mooring pennant system! While the tradi-tional pair of double braided nylon pennants has served manywell for many years, recent storms have served as a reminderthat these can fail as a result of chaffing at the chocks. “Afterevaluating several systems, we have identified a set up that webelieve will provide better chafe protection,” says Noah. “It is asimple system by New England Rope known as the ‘Cyclone’.It consists of two bridles made of extremely high tensilestrength fiber rope (called Dyneema) connected to the moor-ing chain by a length of heavy nylon. The bridles are UV andchafe resistant, and the nylon provides surge protection. Weare coupling this system with a secondary single Dyneema pen-nant of longer length.” This new, pennant system is available,for rent, to all mooring holders wishing to upgrade. Whilestandard pennants are still an option, Noah believes the newand improved system will better serve Brewer Hawthorne CoveMarina boats in the Salem Harbor mooring field. “We manageBrewer’s only true mooring field, so I feel we should offer thebest mooring system in New England.”

Brewer South Freeport Marine replaced tired, old travel liftpiers this winter. The new piers include freshly driven piles,reinforced concrete slab surfaces, safety-yellow steel tireguards, and a new mahogany-capped handrail. “We replaced38’ piers with 42’ piers and widened the well by 7-inches,”says General Manager John Brewer. “The new piles are longerand driven to ledge, making them more secure. Each is toppedwith three 15,000 lb cement slabs, designed, engineered, andpoured by Precast of Maine.” �

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What does it mean to be a Brewer Yacht Yard member? Itmeans the environment in which you store and float yourboat is clean and secure. It means the technicians who carefor and maintain your boat are experienced and well-trained. It means the equipment that handles your boat issafe and reliable. It means the people who serve you do sowith respect and courtesy. It means the work done on yourboat is finished to the highest standards. And it meansYOU are part of the Brewer family.

Because we believe boating should be relaxing and accessible, we provide our members with free transientberths, discounted fuel, and a 24 hour help line. Because we believe your days underway should be trouble-free, weencourage preventative maintenance and staff each marinawith a vigilant dock crew. Because we believe the time youspend at our marinas should be meaningful and memorable,we look for opportunities to engage you and your family.And, because we believe your Brewer Yacht Yard relation-ship should enhance your boating experience and enrichyour time on the water, we continuously look for new waysto expand our offerings.

Over the years, individual Brewer yards have offered classes,sponsored events, hosted gatherings, and organized on-the-water activities, some more often than others. These haveincluded: courses on kayak construction, diesel enginemaintenance, and boating safety; festivities like waterfrontgalas, charitable concerts, and food/toy drives; social gather-ings such as summer picnics, morning coffees, and eveningmusic; family programs from scavenger hunts to boat deco-rating contests; and recreational opportunities in the formof sailing regattas, boat parades, and fishing derbies.

We Deliver, You Belong!At Brewer Yacht Yards, members form lasting friendshipswith fellow dock mates, but also make genuine, personalconnections with staff and management. Perhaps thisexplains the longevity of both membership and employment that Brewer yards are fortunate to have at all 22 locations. At a Brewer marina, whether on a sundeck, in a pool, at a playground, by a snack shack, on adeck, in a cockpit, over an open engine hatch, or at awaterfront event, you will find places and occasions to connect with and befriend other boaters and members ofthe Brewer team.

Though Brewer Yacht Yards, as a group, is a large outfit,every yard operates relatively independently, each with itsown unique personality and local character. At the sametime, every Brewer Yacht Yard provides a sense of familiar-ity. At Brewer’s, the presentation and service is consistent.Though some Brewer yards are expansive, most are small,and all provide a true sense of community and comfort.

Today, more than ever, Brewer facilities, from New York to Maine, are showing the results of years’ worth of reinvestment and Jack Brewer’s commitment to staying thecourse on capital improvements. Our marinas are morepoised than ever before to expand offerings and furtherbroaden recreational opportunities for members and guests.Novice boaters and experienced yachtsmen, alike, will findthat there’s something for everyone at Brewer Yacht Yards.

At Brewer Yacht Yards, we deliver and you belong! �

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”From a boat systems standpoint – servicing, repairing,installing – I will have a hard time matching Rob Straight’ssame skill set,” says Brewer Yacht Yard at Cowesett‘s ServiceManager, Dexter Holaday. “Rob did excellent work here. Hemade my life really easy as Service Manager, and I learned alot from him. He will be missed.”

Rob Straight retired this year, after 29 years with BrewerYacht Yards. Originally hired as a rigger, he joined the BrewerCowesett team just a year and a half after Jack Brewer boughtthe yard. “I just wanted to be outside,” he recalls. “I had beenworking in a shed, inside smoky tanks, assembling submarineparts at Quonset Point and I missed the fresh air. I had previ-ously worked at Norton’s, a small family boat yard, so I alsomissed working with people and boats.”

Rob missed sailing too. He missed connecting with boat yardcustomers and the invitations he received to go racing. As ayoung rigger, Rob took advantage of every opportunity to geton the water, especially with people who could teach himmore about going fast. Sailing, for Rob, quickly became allabout speed and strategy. Eventually he bought his own boatsand began to race, first a Venture 21, followed by a CatalinaCapri 25, and then an S2 9.1.

“I learned a lot while racing. And racing led to other opportu-nities, so I decided to get my captain’s license. I raced and diddeliveries until I got too busy with work. In fact, I bought mylast boat the year I started working at Brewer’s. Unfortunately,the nature of this business is ‘the more you know, the busieryou get’. When my career took off at Brewer’s, I just didn’thave time for racing anymore.”

At Cowesett, Rob returned to rigging, but soon found himselfheavily involved with assembling new boats for the localyacht broker. Each boat assembly taught new lessons, broughtnew challenges, and expanded his knowledge. Installing elec-tronic instruments and new systems, over and over, taughtRob everything he needed to know to become a skilled ser-vice and repairman. In one year alone, Rob fit out 18 newboats! He quickly became the go-to systems man and a valu-able in-house resource for the Cowesett team.

“Assembling boats was a good learning experience for me.Some of my learning was definitely trial by fire, but that’sbecause I was coming up the ranks long before anyone in theindustry was focused on sending techs to formal trainingschools.”

In recent years, before his retirement, Rob was able to voicehis support of Brewer’s increasing commitment to sendingmore of the crew to training schools. “Our crew is very

Rob Straight

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capable, so I feel it’s important to support their growth, con-tinue their education, and give encouragement whereverpossible. It only brings good things.”

Born and bred in the Ocean State, Rob grew up just a quar-ter mile from a boat yard. He spent his youth whitewatercanoeing and fishing. In his retirement, he plans to enjoyworking the land on his two acre property. “I’ll be busy split-ting wood, gardening, and maintaining a fish pond that I’vebuilt with my wife and two grown children.”

We wish Rob all the best and thank him for his long serviceas part of the Brewer Yacht Yard family. �

Assembling boats was

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Scott Carpenter joined the Brewer Fiddler’s Cove Marinacrew in 2004 as a MerCruiser and Mercury certified mechanic.Since joining the team, he has earned two coveted ABYCcertifications for his knowledge of both marine electrical andair conditioning systems. In 2012, Scott was promoted toService Manager.

Going from a hands-on mechanic to a management positionhas been a big, but welcome, challenge. “I’ve always been ahard worker, but showing up and doing work that is assignedto me, is very different than scheduling service and beingresponsible for the quality of others’ work, and ultimately thecustomers’ happiness,” says Scott. “It’s a big change. It’s almostlike learning a new trade. I’m working more with people,doing more writing, and helping to bring younger techs along.In this field, it takes a long time to build experience anddevelop the kind of knowledge necessary for the job. I try topass along what I know and what I’ve learned.”

Scott began working on boats and cars as a kid, but chose tostick with boats simply because he likes them better.Capitalizing on his natural mechanical aptitude, he beganinvesting in his own education in the late 90s. After testingthe waters at the University of New Hampshire, he decided toattend New England Tech to immerse himself in a marineprogram. While in school, he took a job at a boat yard to gainpractical experience and to get a jumpstart on working in theindustry. In 1998, he officially declared a career as a marinemechanic.

Scott has worked at four different boat yards, the fourth beingBrewer Fiddler’s Cove, where he has ultimately settled. Alongthe way, Scott has always taken advantage of opportunitiesemployers have given him to attend additional serviceschools. He is pleased that, as a company, Brewer Yacht Yardsplaces emphasis on keeping techs certified and current by supporting continued technical education.

“I love working for Brewer’s,” says Scott. “The benefits aregood; the people are nice; and the crew I work with is great.”It seems the love is mutual. Scott, himself, is liked andrespected by both colleagues and marina members.

When Scott isn’t working, he loves to fish. He owns twoboats, a 28’ Carolina Classic for offshore trips, and a 20’Whaler Outrage for inshore trips. Freshwater. Saltwater. Flyrod. Reel. It doesn’t matter. “I go after anything that swims,”he says. “And I only eat fresh catch. I don’t freeze anything. I either eat it right away or give it away.”

The largest fish Scott has ever landed is this 877.8 lb giant

Scott Carpenter

blue fin tuna off the coast of Nova Scotia. But his favoritecatch, to date, is a 600 lb blue marlin that he caught duringthe summer of 2010, from his own boat, along the NortheastCanyons (cuts in the Continental Shelf where water depthschange from 400 ft to over 2000 ft). Needless to say, Scott isknown for telling some great fishing stories! �

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Scott is known for

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Good things come out of bad situations. This is true, evenpost Hurricane Sandy. “When bad things happen, the good-ness in people can be found, particularly when there’s acommon passion like boating,” says Rives Potts, President ofBrewer Yacht Yards.

Last fall, in the wake of Hurricane Sandy, Brewer YachtYards pulled together with industry colleagues, insuranceagents, marine trades associations, and vendors with a com-mon mission, to help affected marinas and boaters get backto business and in their slips as soon as possible. This was nosmall feat considering that two months after Sandy clob-bered the northeastern seaboard, New Jersey State Policewere still looking for the owners of 500 boats that had beenscattered by the storm.

In the hardest hit areas, between Atlantic City and StatenIsland, it was reported that nearly every boat was damaged,most by high winds and water levels that floated boatsblocked for dry storage. The storm also destroyed the physical infrastructure of the region’s marinas and boatyards; very few docks were left intact to house the area’sestimated 30,000 boats. Adding salt to the wounds, localboat yard managers found themselves largely, if not completely, without the capacity to repair vessels or respondto the needs of their customers.

Anxious to offer support to industry colleagues and fellowboaters, Brewer Yacht Yards, by invitation from friends inneed, sent top-level team members to the area, immediatelyfollowing the storm. This coordinated and centralizedresponse effort – designed to help guide marinas and boatowners through the insurance process, provide estimates,and get boats to Brewer facilities where repairs could beginpromptly – was spearheaded by Rives Potts.

“Having been through the insurance claims process manytimes, we were able to take the lead with insurers so thatclaims were handled in a fair, prompt, and worry-free manner,” says Rives. “We were also able to coordinate the logistics of getting vessels to our yards before winter setin, either by truck or by water, so work could begin rightaway. Our goal was to repair and return as many vessels aspossible to the area before this summer’s boating season.”

Lance Cunningham has owned and managed CarriageHouse Marina in Sandy Hook, NJ for the last 30 years. Hisfacility was one of many hit hard by Sandy. “I had 130boats pre-storm, but only three left after the storm,” hesays, still in disbelief. “We recovered all but one boat, but,in the aftermath of the storm, the task of repairing all ofthe damaged boats was overwhelming for a Mom ‘n’ Popyard like ours. Rives Potts came along at the right time,with the right approach. He was forthcoming and helpful.He came with empathy and a willingness to fill a need. Hedid estimates and supported us in whatever way he could.”

By mid December, 12 boats from the storm damaged areawere delivered to Brewer Yacht Yards for repair, andanother 36 boats were already on the roster. When all wassaid and done, the Brewer Yacht Yard group, together, tookin approximately 100 vessels for repair.

Getting boats where they needed to be required significantplanning and effort. While some vessels were transportedover the road, others went by water. Travelling by waterrequired special care. Since the vessels being moved weredamaged, in one way or another, Brewer delivery crewsfound safety in numbers.

“We delivered five boats in one day,” says Kit Wills ofBrewer Pilots Point Marina. “Departing at four in the

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morning, we sent 12 of our people down to Staten Island bycaravan. We were able to make the 110 mile trek back, as aflotilla, in about 16 hours.”

Even after repair work commenced, in Brewer service baysfrom New York to Maine, Brewer personnel continued performing estimates and offering advice.

“Because Brewer Yacht Yards are truly full-service, well-equipped facilities, it puts our group at an advantage whenreaching out in times like this,” says Rives. “We can do itall. We can offer one stop shopping. This is especially help-ful when coordinating with insurance companies. We’re stillgetting calls.”

It is expected that several years’ worth of work will continueto come from the area, given the tremendous need. BrewerYacht Yards remains committed to being an active part ofthe ongoing storm response and recovery. “We hate to getbusiness in this way, but we all feel as though we are reallyhelping people, and our colleagues,” says Rives.

“We admire the perseverance and resolve shown by those in the areas hardest hit, but the damage is beyond anythingwe have seen in our business lifetimes. These facilities face a long road to full recovery. We will continue to help in any way we can. Getting the marine facilities of New Jerseyback on their feet and boaters back in their slips are important goals for all of us. It’s to everyone’s benefit to get the New Jersey marine industry back to full strength asquickly as possible.”

Rives is quick to point out that while most Brewer YachtYards are fortunate to have sustained only minor infrastructure damage as a result of Sandy, next time could be different. “We know all too well that, but for thewhims of nature, this situation might easily have beenreversed – and could be sometime in the future,” he says.

For this reason, Brewer Yacht Yards takes each storm as alesson and an opportunity to address problems that may beencountered in the future. While most Brewer locationsoffer excellent storm protection, two are susceptible tonortheastern exposure, and some face the possibility offlooding. Storms like Sandy inform us of our vulnerabilities.By taking advantage of what named storms teach us, and bymaking improvements along the way, Brewer facilities arebetter prepared for the next significant weather event.

But, even after taking measures such as improving a mooring pennant system, beefing up a waterfront with anew breakwater, and raising electrical fixtures above newflood levels, when facing storms, we cannot be successful by acting alone.

“We all need to think about what comes before a storm,”says Rives. “We can’t do everything in the last two hours.Getting ready ahead of time is very important. Today’sweather forecasting services are very good; they help us

advise boaters and give guidance, but ultimately, customersmust make their own decisions and take an active role insecuring their own boats.”When weather threatens the Northeast, Brewer Yacht Yardsmake use of multiple electronic communications tools toconnect with boaters. Email blasts, website and Facebookposts, and links to weather forecasting services keep boatersinformed and allow marina and boat yard personnel toremain focused on unstepping masts, hauling boats, andbattening down loose property before it’s too late.

When a storm threatens, it’s important to followsome basic protocol:

1. Decide EARLY whether you want your Brewer marinato haul your boat and place it on land. As a storm getscloser, the number of phone calls for hauling increasedramatically. We haul boats and unstep rigs (if possi-ble) on a first-come, first-served basis. Although wecall all hands on deck and work as hard as we can, wecannot guarantee that we will be able to get all boatsout of the water before a storm hits. The earlier you letus know you would like to be hauled, the better thechance we can get it done. The same goes for requeststhat marina staff help secure your boat at the dock.

2. If you decide to leave your boat in the water, doubleand triple tie your lines and use ample chafe gear.Remember that longer leads are always better thanshort ones and if your cleats are not through-bolted,consider tying to your mast, winches, or somethingelse that is.

3. Anticipate a storm surge. If your boat is tied to anything that will not rise and fall with the tide, leave plenty of slack in the lines. Surges of more than20 feet are not uncommon with hurricanes.

4. Deploy as many fenders as you can.5. Remove as much windage as possible. Remove canvas,

all sails (even roller furling sails), flags, cushions,dinghies, boat hooks, and anything else that canincrease "sail area" or become a projectile in heavywinds. Lash down anything that cannot be removed(tillers, wheels, booms, etc.).

6. Make sure that all dinghies, kayaks, and other smallboats are removed from the marina and stored ashore.

7. If you have any loose materials on your boat or on thedocks around it, please be sure to remove those as well.These might include boarding steps, potted plants,mats, rugs, chairs, and tables, etc.

8. Fill your tanks to increase the boat's weight and lowerit in the water.

9. Contact your insurance company. Many insurancepolicies have sections that cover expenses related toprotecting your boat when a hurricane watch or warning is issued. Make sure your policy is current andfind out whether there are any special instructions youought to observe. More information regarding what toask your agent and how to prepare can be found fromour insurance partner, Gowrie Group, athttp://www.gowrie.com/aboutus/stormcenter.aspx.

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10. Other precautions include making sure batteriesare charged and bilge pumps are in good workingorder, closing and sealing all hatches (with ducttape if necessary), and moving all heavy equip-ment on board to a low position inside the boatso it does not fall. Disconnect all shore powercables so they cannot be damaged and start a fire.Close all thru hull valves except those whichprovide cockpit drainage or serve a similar pur-pose. Also check to be sure you have registrationand ownership papers with you and have not leftthem aboard.

Once you have secured your boat to the best of yourability, head for shore. Do not risk personal safety. Ifyou elect to leave your boat in the water during asevere event, please understand, Brewer Yacht Yardscannot allow you to "ride out" a hurricane on yourboat. In the height of a storm there is virtually nothing you can do to protect your vessel.

Though it may be too early to predict, forecasters are suggesting that 2013 will be an active hurricaneseason. Together, we can prepare for the worst andhope for the best.

As a gentle reminder, our policy on severe storms is restated here:

Marina makes no representation or warranty that Marina offers Owneror Owner's vessel a safe berth or that the Marina offers the safest avail-able refuge. If Owner's boat remains in Marina after a condition ofSevere Storm Watch has been set, it remains at Owner's own risk.Owner acknowledges that damage may be caused to the dock structureif Owner's vessel remains moored at the dock during high winds orrough seas. Owner agrees to take precautions necessary to prevent suchdamage, and agrees to pay for any damage caused by berthing/improperberthing to the dock during severe storms, including hurricanes andnor'easters. �

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Please join us in congratulatingJeremy Maxwell on his new role asGeneral Manager of Brewer PilotsPoint Marina. Jeremy has been aService Manager in the South Yardsince 1992. Over the last 21 years atPilots Point, Jeremy has developedleadership and team building skillsthat he will rely on in his new role.“I expect to have to prove on a dailybasis that I deserve the job,” saysJeremy. “There will be no sense ofentitlement. This is an excitingopportunity for me to take the leadin steering Pilots Point’s growth, as a marina and service center. Customers can expect more of the same: a commitmentto customer service and operational performance.” Look formore about Jeremy in a future issue of Tide Watch. �

We’d also like to welcome Brendan Page to hisnew role as General Manager of Brewer Ferry PointMarina. Brendan comes to Ferry Point via BrewerBruce & Johnson’s Marina. Prior to that he did traditional wooden boat restoration at Dutch

Wharf. Brendanis also a graduateof the LandingBoat School.Look for moreabout Brendan ina future issue ofTide Watch. �

New BYY GMsPilots Point Marina & Ferry Point Marina

Jeremy Maxwell � Brendan Page

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Part of getting ready for a worry-free summer of boating means making sure you are protected against the expected and unexpected,both on the water and off. That’s why Gowrie Group is introducingthe new Brewer Preferred Insurance Program. New this spring,this insurance policy specifically addresses the needs of New Englandboaters, and it is available exclusively to Brewer customers!

The new Brewer Preferred Insurance Program is an expanded insur-ance policy, offering unique coverage and a multitude of new bene-fits - at no additional cost. Some of the unique benefits* include:

c Zero Deductible. When Brewer does the repair, your deductibleis either $0 or cut in half.• No deductible for hull claims over $10,000.• Deductible reduced by 50% for hull claims under $10,000.• No deductible for electronics including navigation, communication, and security equipment.

c 100% Hurricane Haul. The cost to have Brewer haul and re-launch your boat is covered in full if the area where your boat islocated is within the 3 day NOAA/NHC Track Forecast Cone.

c 100 Mile Brewer Tow Back. Emergency towing to the nearestBrewer location able to handle your repair.

c Worry Free Navigation. Enjoy 12-month navigation with nolay-up dates. Enjoy extended North/South navigation, fromCanada to Texas.

c No Claims Discount. 5% discount if you are claim free for 5 years.

Introducing the New BrewerPreferred Insurance Program

Exclusively for Brewer customers; created by Gowrie Group,the insurance experts endorsed by Brewer.

START ENJOYING PREMIUM BOAT INSURANCEPROTECTION NOW. Contact John Owsianik, ourBrewer Preferred Insurance Program specialist for aninsurance review and quote at johno@gowrie.com, or at860.399.2820. To request an online review visitwww.gowrie.com/brewerquote (code: Brewer)

Gowrie Group is proud to be the only marine insuranceagency that is endorsed by Brewer Yacht Yards and partof the Brewer network. To find out more about Gowrie’sinsurance solutions for Brewer customers visitwww.gowrie.com/byy. �

* This program is only available to Brewer Preferred (Green & Gold) Members. The AIG policy language will define the exact terms, conditions, and exceptions.

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At Brewer Yacht Yards, our shops remain active and ourtechs remain focused, year-round, on readying boats for useand enjoyment. This winter, our normal service workloadalso included repairs to multiple storm-damaged boats.

“Damaged boats are often the most challenging because thescope of work changes as you get into the job,” says RivesPotts, President of Brewer Yacht Yards. “Most of the timeyou have to keep rethinking the repair process. And no twojobs are alike.”

Brewer Yacht Yard at Greenport retrieved and repaired threeStaten Island boats that suffered during Superstorm Sandy.“To get these jobs, we visited the boats, prepared estimates,and arranged to get the vessels to Greenport,” says GeneralManager Mike Acebo. “One of the boats, a Sabre 36, haddamaged running gear and was missing its rudder. We broughtin a crane to remove the boat’s mast and arranged to transportit to our shop by truck.” Two other boats, a Jenneau 362 and aBeneteau 311, in need of toe rail repair and paint work, weredelivered by water by boat yard staff. Greenport’s mostunusual winter project took place in the carpentry shop. “Ourcrew built custom shelving units for a local country store,”says Mike. “They are installed at Fork & Anchor in EastMarion and are now fully stocked with product.”

Brewer Stirling Harbor Marina also took on repair work forseveral storm damaged boats. One, a 44’ Searay from Merrick,NY, floated off its boat stands during the storm. Because it wason land, the drain plugs had been removed. Nothing but luck,and a lot of debris plugging the transom drain hole, kept thisvessel afloat and in salvageable condition.

Brewer Yacht Yard at Glen Cove added a teak cockpit to amotor yacht, tackled engine repower jobs, and stripped andepoxy-coated several bottoms. The crew also prepped a num-ber of race bottoms by applying and burnishing special “sailfast” bottom paint. The hull of a yacht club launch and a 37’sailboat were also repaired and repainted as a result of damagecaused by Sandy.

Brewer Capri Marina was busy with multiple Sandy repairs,in addition to standard preventative maintenance projects.“We did everything from replacing manifolds and impellers, toreconditioning propellers and bottoms,” says General ManagerSteve Wachter. “Our most interesting project was removing alarge engine hatch found to have a rotten balsa core due towater intrusion. We removed a 4’ x 8’ area of rot and replacedit with a cross-linked PVC foam core. We estimate that thehatch will be 1000 lbs lighter which will certainly increasethe vessel’s speed and reduce its fuel consumption.”

Brewer Post Road Boat Yard undertook several repair pro-jects, also as a result of Hurricane Sandy. This work called forfiberglass, gelcoat, and running gear repairs on two late modelSea Rays. The crew also repaired storm related flood damage

on a Hunt Harrier; tackled toe rail, stanchion, and gelcoatdamage on two Beneteau yachts; and addressed bowsprit, bowrail, cap rail, hull and Awlgrip repairs on a 35’ Lord Nelsoncutter. On a more unusual note, the Post Road techs recentlystarted servicing a 38’ Safeboat. With quad Mercury Veradooutboards that total 1200 hp, this vessel is capable of travel-ling at 50 knots!

Brewer Stratford Marina took in several boats for repair thiswinter after each incurred structural damage during HurricaneSandy. Other recent work at the yard involved removing andrebuilding a Yanmar 1GM aboard a C&C 27; adding soundproofing to the engine room on a 1983 Phoenix 38; and strip-ping and painting the deck and non-skid on a 1984 C&C 37.

Brewer Bruce & Johnson’s Marina rebuilt a 53’ Hatterasmotor yacht this year. The refit includes a new galley, newgenerator, new a/c, major engine work, reconditioned runninggear, a new cabin sole, and all new electronics.

Brewer Pilots Point Marina worked on a number of veryinvolved service jobs this winter, many as a result of damagedcaused by Hurricane Sandy. Some of the more interesting andchallenging work was done on two sailboats, a J-122 and aSanta Cruz 52. “Both boats’ keels crashed into rocks, nearlyripping out their bottoms,” says General Manager JeremyMaxwell. “We had to remove and rebuild large parts of thebottoms of both boats. This required infusing and injectingresin into carbon fiber laminates and removing and rein-stalling much of the boats’ interiors.” The Pilots Point crewalso hauled a 84’ Viking to repair her swim platform after it was significantly beat up by another boat that broke freeduring Sandy.

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Brewer Yacht Yard ProjectsBrewer Ferry Point Marina repaired and repainted a 35’American Tug damaged during Hurricane Sandy and re-coredthe foredeck and gunwales of a 36 Pacemaker.

Brewer Dauntless Shipyard & Marina took in several vesselsdamaged by Sandy. Boats, ranging from 28’ to 48’, had varyingdegrees of hull damage. “These jobs certainly added to ourwinter workload,” says General Manager Doug Domenie. The crew also removed a corroded aluminum toe rail aboard a 43’ sailboat and replaced it with a new teak rail.

Brewer Deep River Marina replaced the cabin top and bulkhead on a Choey Lee 50, built for the Trans Pac in 1962.This boat was previously owned by actor Don Johnson ofMiami Vice fame! The crew also restored the cabin top andhouse on a 43’ Lowell trawler and laid a new cabin sole inboth a 40’ Viking and a 48’ Cronche. Mechanical workincluded two engine repowers; the installation of A/C on a 31’ Tiara; the replacement of a generator on a 36’ Silverton;and a shaft and seal replacement on a 40’ Formula. As is typical of a yard full of power boats, numerous engine andstern drive service work was also performed on manifolds, risers, drive bellows, and seals.

Brewer Yacht Yard at Mystic did some major work on aViking Princess 54 this winter. “We upgraded the bow andstern thrusters to higher thrust, speed control SidePowerSEP210/250TC units. We also partnered with a local marinato install a SeaKeeper Gyro Stabilizer, and installed a XentasVMA (Vessel Maneuvering Assistant) joystick control, whichties together the thrusters, the Volvo engines and gears, and aGPS,” says General Manager Ned Ahlborn.

Brewer Wickford Cove Marina took in two significantlystorm damaged boats this winter, including a Sabre 40 thatarrived with scrapes and gouges in her hull and a broken shearband. “To change out the shear band, we had to dismantle thetoe rail and remove the outboard Genoa tracks,” says GeneralManager Larry Colantuono. “The keel-to-hull joint was alsocompromised and required our attention.” Once the keel was

back in place, and the glasswork was done, the hull was refin-ished with a fresh paint job. The crew also repaired brokentabbing on a Grand Soleil 50, after the vessel hit ledge offthe coast of Maine. “We had to dismantle the interior andremove some of the boat’s systems to access the areas in needof repair,” says Larry. “We also removed, cleaned up, andrebedded the keel.”

Other work was done on two Grand Banks trawlers. “We didsome fiberglass and gelcoat repairs to the transom of a GB 47,and we did a major glass job to the aft deck of a GB 43, afterthe deck collapsed where dinghy davits were not securelymounted due to a compromised deck/hull joint.”

Brewer Yacht Yard at Cowesett recently became a bowthruster dealer for Exturn. In the shops, the crew installed acustom swim platform on a 43’ trawler, repaired fiberglassdamage and painted the hull on a 42’ Catalina and a 29’Blackfin, and tackled gel coat repair on a 36’ Rampage. AnExturn bow thruster was also installed on a HinckleyBermuda 40.

Brewer Greenwich Bay Marina South also took in severalboats that were damaged during Hurricane Sandy, from as faraway as New Jersey and New York. The crew repaired fiber-glass, rub rails, and running gear on a 55’ commercial fishingvessel and a 48’ Sea Ray; repaired fiberglass, repainted thehull, did rail work, and installed a new sprit pole on a 36’C&C; repaired fiberglass, gelcoat, stanchions, and lifelines ona 30’ Catalina; repaired fiberglass, a bent keel, and refinishedthe hull on a 41’ Hunter; and replaced hardware and repairedfiberglass and running gear on a 31’ Pursuit.

Brewer Greenwich Bay Marina North also repaired stormdamaged boats, including a 34’ Four Winns that requiredextensive fiberglass repairs, a rub rail replacement, a new bowrail and a full paint job on the hull.

Brewer Cove Haven Marina had a very busy winter sched-ule. Several boats were painted. The crew refinished the deckand topsides on a J-105; topsides on a Legacy 34; the hulls ofa J-133 and a J-40; as well as the deck on the 12-metreIntrepid, a two-time America’s Cup winner. The crew alsoapplied a racing bottom to a C & C 99; repaired a keel sumpon a Tartan 3400; repaired fiberglass, replaced an inverter,and painted the hull of a Hunter 46; and repaired aretractable keel and performed an engine rebuild on a Tripp56. Other work involved redesigning the interior layout on aMarquis 58. While on board, the crew also replaced the soleand installed underwater lights and three new a/c units. Onan Alden 63, the crew installed a new genset, rebuilt theengine, installed new galley countertops, and repaired adelaminated bottom and rudder bearings. Cove Haven riggersran new rigging on several masts, repaired winches, andinstalled new lifelines.

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Brewer Sakonnet Marina repowered a Cape Dory 33 with anew Universal diesel engine and repaired a fractured skeg on aLegacy 34. The crew also buffed, bottom painted, and servicedengines on all indoor storage boats long before the snowmelted.

Brewer Fiddler’s Cove Marina installed bow thrusters on a 30’Grady White and a 34’ Regulator this winter. The Regulatoralso received a new teak deck! Several exhaust replacementjobs were performed at Fiddler’s, including a top end valve job,as a result of failed exhaust elbows, on the starboard engine ofa 1991 31’ Formula. As part of the job, the crew replaced allexhaust parts on both motors. Exterior and interior varnishmaintenance also took place aboard on a 49’ Eastbay, a 51’Alden, a 44’ Sabre, and a 31’ Blackwatch.

Brewer Plymouth Marine tackled numerous storm repairsincluding wood, fiberglass and/or Awlgrip work aboard a 38’Ocean, a 43’ Hans Christian, and a 53’ Kaufman & Ladd. Thecrew also finished a 42’ Wesmac and a 48’ tour boat with freshAwlgrip. The bottom of the tour boat was blasted, repaired,and barrier coated. To improve handling and ensure ease ofuse, the crew also installed SidePower bow thrusters on a 42’Ocean, a 43’ Silverton, and a 30’ Grady White. Engines wererepowered on a 25’ Grady White and a 32’ Pearson, with aMercury IO package and a Yanmar 3YM, respectively.

Brewer Hawthorne Cove Marina had a busy winter of Sandy repair work. The crew refit and painted the hull of a Mason 43; tackled numerous fiberglass repairs; removed andreinstalled a damaged keel; painted masts; and replaced atremendous amount of damaged hardware, from bow chocksand cleats, to winches and windlasses. The team also repow-ered a Maxum 33 with 8.1 Mercs and tackled a holding tankinstallation on an Island Packet 38. This job required cuttingaway some of the cabin sole and fabricating new teak and hollydrop panels.

Brewer South Freeport Marine cared for a Tartan37 damaged during Superstorm Sandy. The boat wastrucked-in for repair and refinishing after she sus-tained significant starboard side damage that shiftedthe interior 1 inch inward. The main cabin, setee,and v-berth were disassembled; bulkheads wereretabbed; the starboard interior was relaminated;new fiberglass was applied to the stem and exteriorhull; repairs to the rudder, keel and centerboardtrunk were complete; new teak was scarfed onto adamaged section of the toe rail; and the bottom andhull were refinished.

The crew also worked closely with CumminsNortheast to remove two Zeus-drive pods on aSabre 40. The boat was found resting on her drives in a NJ parking lot after Sandy rolledthrough. Recovery required thorough inspectionand resealing of the pods.

Techs also fit out an Island Packet 47 this winter in preparationfor extended cruising. “The IP has a lot of new bells and whistles,” says General Manger John Brewer. “A new water-maker, a new generator, a scuba compressor, and a washer/dryerhave been installed.” Custom metalwork was also done toaccommodate a new, more substantial 80 lb anchor.

In the paint shop, an aluminum spar, main boom, and club-footed job boom were beautifully refinished for aRobinhood 36. (See images on BSF’s Facebook page). �

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This season, Brewer Yacht Yards is pleased to unveil a new,improved, and fully functional Wi-Fi system that will be man-aged in-house by our own IT department. After thoroughlyresearching and testing new Wi-Fi technology, our IT teamrecently completed installation of a new Meraki system. Thisnew system will better serve the tremendous demand our mari-nas have experienced since we first began, several years ago, tooffer courtesy Wi-Fi service to Brewer Yacht Yard members andguests, via Beacon Wi-Fi.

“Our IT team has personally, to a man, done a herculean job intransitioning us over to the Merkai system,” says Rives Potts,President of Brewer Yacht Yards. “They will be standing by tomake sure that it works.”

Since Brewer Yacht Yards’ previous service, provided byBeacon Wi-Fi, did not keep up with demand, the Brewer ITteam was careful about the importance of fully vetting any newsystem prior to deploying it. Before fully implementing theMeraki system, they put it to the test at Brewer Yacht Yard atMystic. Last season, the test system ran alongside the existingBeacon service and quickly proved that the BYY Wi-Fi would,in fact, exceed expectations. This boosted confidence in themove toward the implementation of a new, in-house BrewerWi-Fi system and the effort to make it happen began.

This winter, Tim Hinckley, IT Manager, and Peter Aurigemma,took on the task of installing the new Meraki system in all 22Brewer locations, with the goal of formally deploying the newservice in time for the 2013 boating season. More than 100

antennae were up and running by the end of April, delivering“Brewer Wi-Fi” access points at all Brewer marinas.

“The biggest difference in the new system is really the numberof access points,” says Tim. “We have installed 105 antennae.This is a 70% increase over the number Beacon provided. Thesecond biggest difference is the ease of connection. In the past,if the marina you were in had more than one access point, youhad to choose which one had the better signal. But our newsystem simply broadcasts one name, Brewer Wi-Fi, and thendecides, on your behalf, which is the right access point foryou.”

As the IT department completes this wireless overhaul, adirect communication will be sent to members, with moredetails about Brewer Wi-Fi, including access information andsupport contacts. Until this communication is sent, the systemis set up and running on a “click to continue” basis. As always,this service is free as a courtesy to our members and guests.

To log into Brewer Wi-Fi:

• Search for and connect to the network titled Brewer Wi-Fi• Open your browser and click “continue” to proceed to theinternet.

Editor’s Note: IT has added a support address, wifi@byy.com, for members and guests having issues with log-in on the new BYYWi-Fi. Passwords will be issued in May. �

Brewer Wi-FiNew, Improved & In-House!

The Brewer Preferred Member card program has been rewarding loyal customers withdiscounts and incentives since 1992. With this program, our facilities becomedestinations, making travel to distant points affordable and enjoyable. When visitinganother Brewer Yacht Yard, you will not only receive free overnight stays, you will betreated as if you were at your home port. Offers are based on card type and color:

GOLD: Brewer members enjoy SIX free overnight visits to sister Brewer ports, as well asfuel discounts of 40¢ per gallon. Gold cards are offered to year-round Brewer customers.

GREEN : Brewer members enjoy TWO free transient visits to sister Brewer ports, as well as fuel discounts of 20¢ pergallon. Green cards are offered to Brewer customers who contract for either summer dockage or winter storage.

BOTH cards also offer extra savings:• 50% off subsequent transient visits • 24 hour "HELP-line" access and support • Added savings at local businesses exclusively for Brewer Preferred Member card holders

Additional savings throughout New England can be found through unique Brewer Yacht Yard partnerships with placeslike Mystic Seaport Museum and Nantucket Boat Basin. To learn more about these and where else Brewer PreferredMember card discounts can be found, visit www.byy.com/preferred. �

BYY Member Benefits

Buying & Sellingwith Brewer Yacht Sales

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When buying or selling a boat, it’s tempt-ing to simply peruse the classifieds or toss a“for sale” sign on your boat. But, like buyingor selling a used car, picking up somethingcheap from the side of the road or doing your adver-tising on the front lawn is often is not the best choice, andcan lead to costly problems.

Brewer Yacht Sales’ brokers can assist buyers and sellers inseveral ways. They have access to a number of MultipleListings Services, as well as personal contacts within theindustry, making their pool of listings much larger than whatthe average buyer can access alone. A larger listing poolmeans greater variety, and a better chance of finding exactlywhat a buyer is looking for. When assisting sellers, MultipleListings Services are also useful for determining a proper ask-ing price, based on the year and condition of a vessel. Aproper pricing strategy makes the difference between a vesselthat sits and one that sells.

Brewer Yacht Sales’ brokers also match pricing strategies withfinely tuned marketing strategies. Our brokers always takeadvantage of all available avenues for advertising. Theseinclude six major Multiple Listings Services, numerous Brewersocial media outlets, and the Brewer Yacht Sales website,www.breweryacht.com. Utilizing these to the fullest extentensures sellers’ listings move quickly, and for the highest pricepossible.

Brewer Yacht Sales’ brokers are certified by the Yacht BrokersAssociation of America (YBAA). Like all brokers certified byYBAA, Brewer Yacht Sales’ brokers are bound by a code ofethics set forth by the organization. This code of ethics guidesbrokers through the entire buying or selling process. From thetime the first phone call comes in, to the final handshake, ourbrokers conduct themselves with the highest level of profes-sionalism. This courtesy also extends to our team’s interac-tions with neighboring yacht yards and fellow brokers. AtBrewer Yacht Sales, we aim to maintain a reputation ofintegrity within our industry, and beyond.

Brewer Yacht Sales’ brokers are trained to guide buyersthrough the negotiation process. The negotiation process cansometimes be tricky. Rarely do both parties begin with thesame number in mind. Our brokers work hard to make the

process as smooth as possible, and to ensurethat everyone’s “cards are on the table”.Professional brokers know the rules regarding

titling, paying taxes, and proper documentation.Our YBAA-certified brokers will also assist buyers with

obtaining financing, or working toward a bank pay-off.

Additionally, Brewer Yachts Sales’ brokers have access toinformation that is not readily available to the public, such asa vessel’s repair history. This is because Brewer Yacht Sales is avery connected, though independent, part of the Brewer YachtYard group. This unique relationship means our brokers arewell positioned to gather critical information on behalf ofclients. Access to this information has never been more impor-tant than today! Just think; if a private seller says “light waterdamage” does he really mean “submerged during HurricaneSandy”?

According to the Boat Owner’s Association of the UnitedStates, there were over 65,000 yachts damaged in HurricaneSandy alone. A professional yacht broker has an eye for whatkey indicators to look for when assessing a listing for evidenceof damage. The ability to recognize signs that a yacht may be asalvaged “hurricane boat” makes a certified YBAA brokerinvaluable. Our professional brokers can potentially save buy-ers thousands of dollars in extraordinary repairs, not to men-tion time and stress.

Though it is not typical for vessels to be so severely damaged,a survey is always a critical part of buying a used boat, andshould be discussed with a knowledgeable yacht broker.Surveys often reveal that repairs – even if minor – should bemade.

Brewer Yacht Sales’ brokers are poised to help buyers makesense of surveys, and can easily assist clients with connectingdirectly to any of Brewer Yacht Yards’ 22 repair and servicefacilities. In fact, every Brewer Yacht Sales broker has an officelocated within, or within walking distance of, a premierBrewer Yacht Yard location.

Whether buying or selling, the best time to work with aBrewer Yacht Sales broker is now! For more information aboutwhat Brewer Yachts Sales can do for you, contact our mainoffice at 860-399-6213 or visit www.breweryacht.com. �

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Brewer South Freeport Marine is now home to a new BrewerYacht Sales office. The office is being run by Willie Thomas.Willie has been in the yacht brokerage business since 1988. Hehas worked independently most of his career, basing his mostrecent venture, Yacht Sales Network, in South Freeport formore than a decade. Now at the helm of Brewer Yacht Sales’only Maine office, Willie is actively expanding his inventoryand marketing reach.

“I’m excited about the marketing resources Brewer Yacht Salescan provide me and my clients,” says Willie. “Brewer YachtSales is the largest yacht brokerage in New England. We’refocused on excellent customer service and making the buyingand selling process smooth and professional.”

New OfficeBrewer Yacht Sales

Maine

Willie is a Maine native and an active, hands-on boater. He iscurrently completing the restoration of his own lobster-stylepicnic boat. Willie resides in Yarmouth with his wife and twochildren. Whether you are a buying or selling a boat, Willie isan excellent resource. Willie can be reached at 207.415.1004 orat wthomas@byy.com. �

From the minute Duke arrives at the dock his tail iswagging. He loves to greet boaters and other dogs. He’sespecially fond of children. Since 2007, the Reske fam-ily has been boating out of Brewer Plymouth Marine,where they keep two slips and two boats. Duke, theirseven year old Yellow Lab, has always been a part oftheir boating life.

“Duke loves to ride aboard either of our boats,” saysHowie Reske. “I think he’s the most recognized dog atthe marina! This is probably because most members arefamiliar with seeing Duke stretched out on the bowwhenever we depart or approach our slip. Fellowboaters always smile when they see Duke in his favoriteposition on the bow. That’s Duke’s seat on the boat andeveryone knows it.”

Please note: though dogs are welcome, they must be leashed while on BYY property, as a courtesy to those who may/may not be comfortable around animals. In support of our dog-friendly policy, dog owners are asked to clean up after their pets.

Do you have a dog that spends his/her time at a Brewer marina? Does he/she love boating as much as you do? If so, send a briefdescription and a photo to Kristin Peterson, Tide Watch Editor, c/o Brewer South Freeport Marine, PO Box 119, South Freeport,ME 04078, or e-mail the information to tidewatch@byy.com.

Boat Yard Dog

Duke’s favorite day at the marina is the Fourth of July. “It’s a tradition for the whole Reske family to spend the Fourth onboard,” says Howie. “There’s nothing Duke enjoys more than a beautiful summer day cruising Cape Cod Bay.”

Howie thinks Duke deserves the title “Best Looking Brewer Dog”. What do you think?

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We want your boating experience to be as trouble-free aspossible. Preventative maintenance is the key to keepingyour boat in good working order. Preventative maintenanceis also the key to keeping repair costs down. Our techs offerthe following tips to assist you in your effort to stay under-way, most efficiently and cost effectively.

I’m not a tech, should I botherto venture under the enginehatch on my boat?

“Boaters should check over their engines, bilges, etcetera.before, during, and after running their boats,” says JohnMcMahon, General Manager of Brewer Bruce & Johnson’sMarina. “You don’t have to be a mechanic to notice potentialproblems. Just get familiar what things look like, and makenote of anything that appears abnormal: water running fromthe stuffing box; water, oil, or fuel in the bilge; oil, water, oranti-freeze leaks on the engine. These are things to look for.”

By regularly inspecting your engine, you become increasinglyfamiliar with what looks right and what doesn’t.

“The oil levels in engines and transmissions, as well as enginecoolant levels, should also be checked regularly. If you noticeanything out of the ordinary, have a qualified Brewermechanic check it out. You can save yourself a lot of grief andMONEY just by being observant,” says John.

Finally, don’t underestimate the importance of periodicallychecking your engine gauges and the status of your bilgewhile underway. Some problems only present themselveswhen engines are under load; they can be nipped in the budby a watchful eye.

“Pre-season, maintenance and inspections can also save trou-ble,” says Paul Muenzinger, General Manager of Brewer PostRoad Boat Yard. “Open up your entire boat to access hiddenspaces, storage spaces, and mechanical spaces; ventilate andclean everything and do visual inspections. Throw out unnec-essary contents; and map out the location of critical compo-nents like sea valves,” says Paul. “Some things to look for are:weep stains and corrosion, indicating leaks; cracked and driedout hoses; loose or corroded hose clamps; loose, burnt, or cor-roded electrical connections; belt dust and oil leaks on theengine. This is an opportunity to clean the boat, reduce odor,organize gear, familiarize yourself with the equipment, makethe boat safer and more reliable, and avoid surprises thatcould delay commissioning or interrupt and reduce your daysunderway.”

Do I really need to paint thebottom of my boat every year?

“This seems like a strait forward question with a ‘yes’ or ‘no’answer but of course this is not the case,” says Pat Peck, YardManager at Brewer Cove Haven Marina. “A lot depends onyour local marine environment, the type of paint you use,the way you use your boat, and the abundance of bottomhugging critters in your area. There are a lot of paint choicesavailable, but none will work if the application surface isn’tproperly prepared. I recommend using a primer. If the surfaceis too far gone, it may even be necessary to soda blast thebottom first, to get the old paint off.”

A standard, modified epoxy, “hard” paint typically becomesineffective after winter storage and needs to be repaintedevery spring.

A multi-season, co-polymer ablative paint, capable ofhaul/re-launch, has the ability to continue to work into thenext season. But, since it sloughs off (by design) to providegrowth protection, the thickness of the paint film must bemaintained to remain effective.

“For ablative paints, I suggest applying a ‘tell-coat’ (a differ-ent color) and then two coats of paint,” says Pat. “When the‘tell-coat’ shows through, you know it’s time to re-paint. Butbeware, not all ablative paints are haul/re-launch capable.”

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With all the available options and necessary considerations,bottom paint selection can be tricky. It’s best to ask yourboat yard for an evaluation and rely on their expertise. Yourparticular use and goals will dictate the best solution for you.Choosing the least toxic option to meet your needs is thebest practice with regard to protecting the marine environ-ment, so always inquire about the most environmentally sensitive paint options. Consider how you use your boat. Are you racing or cruising? Is fuel efficiency important toyou? Does your boat sit a lot, or are you underway mostof the time? Chose a paint that meets your needs, notone that exceeds them.

When should I replacezincs & spark plugs onmy outboard motor?

“Zincs and spark plugs should be replacedbefore you launch your boat,” says BernieSmith, Outboard Mechanic at BrewerSouth Freeport Marine. “I always replacethem in the spring, so even if your engineis decommissioned at the boat yard in the fall,

Boating Safety Certification

New Suffolk County Requirement

Tips From The Crew Tips From the Crewyou should make sure this has been donebefore launching your boat again.” Zincsact as a sacrificial metal and protect underwater engine parts from electrolysis and straycurrent. Lower units and propellers are expen-sive to replace, so fresh zincs are a wise andnecessary investment. Fresh spark plugs are alsoimportant. “New spark plugs prevent stalling,ensure that engines start easily, and improve fueleconomy,” says Bernie.

What can I do to make myboat more comfortablebelow?“It’s a good idea to wipe down boat interiors

with bleach or anti-mold products before you moveonboard,” says Jeremy Maxwell, General Manager of Brewer Pilots Point Marina. “It will make the boatclean and keep it fresh. Also, anything that you reallydon’t need onboard should be removed or thrown away.This will create more space. An uncluttered boat is a happy boat.”�

Operating a pleasure boat in Suffolk Cou

nty will now require a Boating Safety cer

tificate starting later this year.

Signed into law on September 13, 2012, t

his law will take effect on November 7, 2

013. The new law requires

that all boat operators in Suffolk County

, New York hold (and have on board dur

ing vessel operation) a certifi-

cate issued by the State Parks Departmen

t, the U.S. Power Squadron, the U.S. Co

ast Guard Auxiliary, or any

organization that meets standards set fort

h by the National Association of Boating

Law Administrators. Boating

instructors and rescue personnel are exem

pt when on official business. Regulated w

aters include all lakes, rivers,

streams, and bodies of water with and adja

cent to the territorial jurisdiction of New

York State. In March,

Brewer Yacht Yard at Greenport hosted a

one day class for nearly 50 boaters. Gree

nport crew also participated!

To learn more about future class offerings

, contact the marina office or conduct an

online search. �

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1 BREWER YACHT YARDAT GREENPORT500 Beach RoadGreenport, NY 11944Manager: Mike Acebo631/477-9594 • gre@byy.com

2 BREWER STIRLINGHARBOR MARINA1410 Manhasset AveGreenport, NY 11944Manager: Jesse Gaffga631/477-0828 • bsh@byy.com

3 BREWER YACHT YARDAT GLEN COVE128 Shore RoadGlen Cove, NY 11542Manager: Mark Friel516/671-5563 • bgc@byy.com

4 BREWER CAPRI MARINA15 Orchard Beach Blvd.Port Washington, NY 11050Manager: Steve Wachter516/883-7800 • bcm@byy.com

5 BREWERPOST ROAD BOAT YARD155 East Post RoadMamaroneck, NY 10543Manager: Paul Muenzinger914/698-0295 • prb@byy.com

6 BREWER YACHTHAVEN MARINA181 Harbor DriveStamford, CT 06902 Manager: Todd Breden203/359-4500 • byh@byy.com

7 BREWER STRATFORD MARINA605 Broad StreetStratford, CT 06497 Manager: Rod Swift203/377-4477 • std@byy.com

8 BREWER BRUCE & JOHNSON’S MARINAMAIN YARD145 South Montowese Street Branford, CT 06405Manager: John McMahonWEST YARDManager: Jeff McMahon203/488-8329 • bjm@byy.com

9 BREWER PILOTSPOINT MARINA63 Pilots Point Drive Westbrook, CT 06498NORTH YARDManager: Bob Connell860/399-5128 • ppm@byy.com EAST YARD860/399-6421 • ppm@byy.com SOUTH YARDManager: Jeremy Maxwell860/399-7906 • ppm@byy.com

10 BREWERFERRY POINT MARINA29 Essex RoadOld Saybrook, CT 06475 Manager: Brendan Page860/388-3260 • bfp@byy.com

11 BREWER DAUNTLESSSHIPYARD & MARINASHIPYARD37 Pratt Street Essex, CT 06426860/767-0001 • bds@byy.comMARINA9 Novelty LaneEssex, CT 06426860/767-8267 • bds@byy.comManager: Doug Domenie

12 BREWER DEEPRIVER MARINA50 River LaneDeep River, CT 06417Manager: Jim Brown860/526-5560 • drm@byy.com

13 BREWER YACHTYARD AT MYSTIC56 Roseleah Drive Mystic, CT 06355Manager: Ned Ahlborn860/536-2293 • mys@byy.com

14 BREWER WICKFORDCOVE MARINA65 Reynolds StreetWickford, RI 02852Manager: Larry Colantuono401/884-7014 • wcm@byy.com

15 BREWER YACHTYARD AT COWESETT100 Folly Landing Road Warwick, RI 02886Manager: Chris Ruhling401/884-0544 • fax 885-5620cow@byy.com

16 BREWER GREENWICHBAY MARINA1 Masthead Drive Wa rwick, RI 02886NORTH & EAST YARDManager: Dave McGhie401/884-1810 • fax 737-3227SOUTH YARDManager: Greg Bartoszuk401/884-1810 • fax 884-4751bgb@byy.com

17 BREWER COVEHAVEN MARINA101 Narragansett Avenue Barrington, RI 02806Manager: Michael Keyworth401/246-1600 • fax 246-0731chc@byy.com

18 BREWERSAKONNET MARINA222 Narragansett Boulevard Portsmouth, RI 02871Manager: Dave Rodrigues401/683-3551 • fax 683-9188bsm@byy.com

19 BREWER FIDDLER’SCOVE MARINA42 Fiddler’s Cove Road North Falmouth, MA 02556Manager: Fred Sorrento508/564-6327 • fax 564-6724fcm@byy.com

20 BREWERPLYMOUTH MARINE14 Union Street Plymouth, MA 02360Manager: Tim Moll508/746-4500 • fax 746-2883bpm@byy.com

21 BREWER HAWTHORNECOVE MARINA10 White Street Salem, MA 01970Manager: Noah Flaherty978/740-9890 • hcm@byy.com

22 BREWER SOUTHFREEPORT MARINE31 Main Street/P.O. Box 119 South Freeport, ME 04078Manager: John Brewer207/865-3181 • bsf@byy.com

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This season, Brewer Pilots Point Marina is piloting a new pro-gram, the Brewer Boating Club. The concept of boating clubs andshared boat ownership is becoming increasingly popular in manyareas of the country. It is a way for people to experience the“boating lifestyle”—that of fun times spent on a boat at a marinaor on the water. Members pay an annual fee and have access to achoice of boats for a specific time. The Boating Club takes careof maintenance and boat prep as part of a member’s benefit. It isan ideal way for people who are relatively new to boating, orwould like to get back in to boating, to access the water. For peo-ple considering boat ownership, a Brewer Boating Club member-ship provides the opportunity to try a variety of boats to seewhich boat best fits their needs. The Brewer Boating Club isdesigned to serve as a stepping stone, to help new boaters makethe leap into boat ownership.

As members of Brewer Yacht Yards, you already have a strongaffinity for the boating lifestyle. If you have friends or familywho you know have an interest in accessing the water, pleaseconsider introducing them to the Brewer Boating Club, the pas-time you love, and the benefits of being a Brewer Yacht Yardmember. Perhaps you know people who would enjoy the bene-fits of having access to a boat, but have either sold their boat orare new to the sport and would prefer to ease into ownership.

Kit Will, Head of the Corporate & Family Charters program atBrewer Pilots Point Marina, is charged with introducing andmanaging the new Brewer Boating Club. As a way to encour-age you, and other Brewer Preferred Card Members, to spreadthe word about this new opportunity, Kit is offering a $100 fuelcredit to any Green and Gold card holder who refers someonewho joins the Brewer Boating Club.

BOATING CLUB

BoatNow.Brewer’s Boating Club

the boat ownership alternative

Offering membership plans that will work for your budget & your schedule!

BOATING CLUBCome One. Come All.

If the Brewer Boating Club proves to be a success at Brewer Pilots Point Marina, it is possible that additional boating clubswill be created at other Brewer locations.

“I hope that the Brewer Boating Club becomes a successful avenue for welcoming new boaters into our yards and developsnew customers who understand the value of the Brewer Difference,” says Kit.

To learn more about this unique opportunity, visit www.BrewerBoatingClub.com. �

BREWER YACHT YARDS63 Pilots Point DriveWestbrook, CT 06498

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At Brewer Yacht Yards, we love to hear from our members and guests! We appreciate the commentswe receive and regularly use the input given to helpguide our decision making and capital improvementplanning. Because we value customer feedback somuch, we’re making it easier than ever for you toshare your thoughts about your Brewer experience.On the home page of our website, www.byy.com,you will find a “feedback” button near the topmenu bar. Just click and share! Your feedback will remain confidential. If you choose to includeyour name and contact info with your comments,we will personally follow up with you. The enthusiasm you express and the constructive criticism you provide inspire us. Thank you foryour comments; keep the feedback coming! �

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