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In this issue:
Letter from the General Manager
Winter Haul Out Dates
Winterizing Forms
Service Price Lists
Winter Storage Suggestions
DIY Bubble Boat Instructions
Fall Gas Dock Hours
Annual Party Information
Winter Service Promotion
Boat Doctor Shrink Wrapping Pricing
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Letter from the General Manager
Hello all,
I hope you've been able to get out and enjoy these last few weeks of boating. While it always seems like fall sneaks up on us, the historic flooding at the end of June and early July left us with an uncharacteristically short boating season. That being said, I'm proud of our marina staff and the hard work they put in to get the grounds cleaned up and ready for use so quickly after the water receded.
Despite the challenges we faced with a major flood so late in the season, we were still able to make significant improvements to the marina, including the long-awaited hookup to city sewer. Blacktop refurbishment is scheduled and things are starting to come together down here. We are slowly making repairs to the docks, slips and harbors as time allows. All in all, I'm happy with where we're at and look forward to even more progress next season.
Unfortunately, now it's time to start getting the boats ready for winter. You can find winterizing information and haul-out dates below, along with some of the service promotions we have available for winter work over the 2024-2025 off season.
Hopefully many of you will find the time to make it down here and enjoy the river before haul out begins. And make sure to get your ticket for the fall party by August 30th! The fall party will be held on Saturday September 14th and we need to make meal arrangements for everyone who plans to attend. As always, there will be a raffle after the meal, along with music, dancing and great company!
Thanks for a great boating season.
Regards,
Scott Baken, General Manager
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Keep Up to Date on Our Prices and Services
You can visit these links to our website for the most accurate information. Our rates are competitive with the other marinas along the St Croix. If you would like a detailed estimate of service work on your boat, feel free to reach out to our Service Manager, Mike Hurley.
mike@windmillmarina.com
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Winterizing & Haul Out Information
Each boat in our marina needs to have this form filled out for the winter, even we do not do your winterizing.
For DIY boaters, simply check the "DIY" box on the form and we'll know that you plan to do the work yourself.
If we do your winterizing and you need any additional service work done, you can let us know here as well.
For boats being pulled out of the water and stored on land, make sure to sign up early! Launch weeks fill up fast and are maxed out at 50 boats per week! If you fail to sign up for haul out, we will pull the boat at our convenience.
If Windmill winterizes or pulls your boat out of the water...leave the keys in the boat!
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Winter Storage Suggestions
Remove all food and perishables
Leave drain plugs, fenders, lines and batteries
Use dehumidifier crystals to combat condensation
Try fabric softener sheets in cabinets and drawers to keep things smelling fresh and deter rodents
Try Kanberra Gel, or a similar product, to control mold and mildew growth
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What Should You Do With Your Batteries?
Answer: leave them in the boat!
If we do your winterizing services, we need to run your boat. If you remove the batteries, we will have to use our shop supplies and will charge an extra $50 for your winterizing.
Make sure your batteries are fully charged prior to storage. Good batteries are capable of withstanding winter temperatures. If you think you have a bad battery and want it taken out, you are responsible for removing it. Windmill does not remove or store batteries when performing winterizing services. If you want to remove your batteries, you will have to wait until winterizing is complete and you will need to put a hold on your shrink wrapping, as boats are shrink wrapped shortly after they come out of the water.
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What Should You Do With The Hull Plug?
(for boats stored on the trailer)
After parking your boat and trailer in your designated spot, remove the hull plug and put it in the cup holder by the steering wheel. With excessive rain, your boat can sink on land!
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DIY Bubble Boats
If you do your own winterizing services and you are bubbling your boat (water storage) over the winter, we will notify you what slip you'll be in. It is your responsibility to move your boat to your assigned slip. There is a $100 fee if Windmill has to move the boat for you.
DIY bubble boats MUST get a tag from the gas dock when they do their final pump out of the year.
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Fall Gas Dock Hours
Our fuel dock will remain open until mid-to-late October, as the weather permits. We open every morning at 8:00AM and close at dusk. As the sun begins to set earlier, the evening fuel dock hours will shorten. You can call the office to confirm closing times before you bring your boat over.
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Annual Fall Party
Saturday September 14th
Marina members and your guests are invited to our annual fall party. The tent opens at 5:00 and dinner will be served at 6:30.
Reservations must be confirmed and paid for prior to August 30th. Reservations can be made through the office Monday-Friday 651.436.7744
kelly@windmillmarina.com
shelby@windmillmarina.com
Wristband required to attend!
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Winter Service Promotion
We are offering 5% off winter service work through March 31, 2025. Qualifying services include: bottom/blister repairs, bottom painting, engine repairs and replacements, transmission repairs and replacements, drive-line services, props, struts, strut bearings and fiberglass/deck/gel coat repair (sub-contracted).
Promotion does not apply to winterizing services, oil changes, tune-ups and drive services.
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5% OFF
Repairs over $5000 in labor costs
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Shrink Wrapping Services from The Boat Doctor
The Boat Doctor is the only shrink wrapping service allowed at the marina.
Boat owners are not allowed to shrink wrap their own boats or use an open flame on marina grounds. If you want to do this service yourself, you must remove your boat from our marina, wrap it, and then bring it back for storage.
The Boat Doctor charges per foot.
Up to 23'-----$19.85
24-29'------$22.20
30-34'------$24.10
35-37'------$26.80
38-44' ------$28.95
45'-49' -----$30.90
50' & up-----$31.90
$1.00/foot recycling charge
You will be billed directly by The Boat Doctor for their services.
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Disclaimer: The Boat Doctor guarantees its workmanship, but it is not responsible for vinyl enclosures, plexiglass windshields or windscreens, any equipment mounted on radar arches, hardtops, or pulpits (including but not limited to spotlights, radars, antennas, domes, glomexes, navigational lights, etc.). The Boat Doctor is not responsible for poorly maintained or aged boat components such as clear vinyl, zippers and snaps that may be past their workable life. The Boat Doctor is not responsible for how any items on the boat react to cold weather during the shrink wrap or shrink wrap removal process including but not limited to clear vinyl, zippers, snaps etc. The Boat Doctor does add ventilation to all boats but is not responsible for any issues arising from moisture. The Boat Doctor assumes all boats can withstand all aspects of shrink wrap and the shrink wrap process and is not responsible for any damage to the structures involved with the shrink wrap process including but not limited to railings, stanchions, cleats, etc. The Boat Doctor is not responsible for any damage that may occur when certain items need to be moved or that interfere with the shrink wrap or shrink wrap process including but not limited to dinghies, kayaks, jet skis, aqua mats, lily pads, etc. The Boat Doctor is not responsible for any issues arising from shrink wrap or the shrink wrap process and the various surfaces of the boat including but not limited to gelcoat, awl grip paint, stainless steel, woodwork, plastic, etc. The Boat Doctor is not responsible for acts of nature such as heavy snowfalls, high winds, etc. The Boat Doctor is not responsible for any damage that may arise on small secondary watercraft, inflatables, and dinghy’s due to the nature of how these watercraft can expand and contract with different temperatures and how they are parked under other boats that may shed snow and/or ice directly onto them. Please be aware of the added risk of cold weather to boats coming out the last two weeks of haul out or going in the first two weeks of launch. | |
WMA photo credits: Shelby Kearns, Wesley Balsimo | | | | |
