Bric's Burgers and Dogs Boat Service

brk-lnt · 03-07-2011, 05:20 PM

Great idea. I had recently thought about buying a couple of pontoon boats and hiring college kids to run a business like this. I think you can be very successful at this sort of thing.

Also, plan to sell sunscreen, floaties, diapers, towels, and similar consumables and easily-forgotten items as well. The foodservice aspect of it will probably only be about 1/2-3/4 of your total business.

Pineedles · 03-07-2011, 09:27 PM

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Originally Posted by brk-lnt

Great idea. I had recently thought about buying a couple of pontoon boats and hiring college kids to run a business like this. I think you can be very successful at this sort of thing.

Also, plan to sell sunscreen, floaties, diapers, towels, and similar consumables and easily-forgotten items as well. The foodservice aspect of it will probably only be about 1/2-3/4 of your total business.

Sounds like you have given up on your plan brk-Int? Nice of you to give this information.

brk-lnt · 03-07-2011, 10:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Pineedles

Sounds like you have given up on your plan brk-Int? Nice of you to give this information.

No, I haven't given up, but why keep a good idea to yourself? Ideas are easy, execution is what's hard. I'd rather help another person, especially a young entrepreneur, with some suggestions and things I've considered. I do know that based on other things I have going on, this isn't something I'm going to do this summer, so there is no 'competition' here.

jrc · 03-07-2011, 11:07 PM

As I mentioned in a previous post, maybe stick to the 7-11 format.

Cooking food has all kinds of issues like TiltonBB points out, they are not insurmountable but may be tough for seasonal, weekend business to absorb.

But a store on floats has much less issues. You can likely sell packaged food, soda, chips, ice cream, maybe even packages of hot dogs and hamburgers without a lot of government intervention. Plus if you pick your wares right you could do mid-week business to the islands. I bet there are times that islanders would pay a few extra bucks to save a trip. Maybe carry charcoal, paper products, and other camp essentials.

Obviously stay away from booze and tobacco, huge licensing and liability issues.

You may still need a vendors license, but I don't know who from. Is the water itself in any town?

baygo · 03-08-2011, 02:23 AM

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Originally Posted by jrc

As I mentioned in a previous post, maybe stick to the 7-11 format.

Cooking food has all kinds of issues like TiltonBB points out, they are not insurmountable but may be tough for seasonal, weekend business to absorb.

But a store on floats has much less issues. You can likely sell packaged food, soda, chips, ice cream, maybe even packages of hot dogs and hamburgers without a lot of government intervention. Plus if you pick your wares right you could do mid-week business to the islands. I bet there are times that islanders would pay a few extra bucks to save a trip. Maybe carry charcoal, paper products, and other camp essentials.

Obviously stay away from booze and tobacco, huge licensing and liability issues.

You may still need a vendors license, but I don't know who from. Is the water itself in any town?

I heard that Meredith could not impose a venders license on those who set up for the Pond Hockey because the vender was on the ice/water. Town does not govern it. The state on the other hand is another issue. Prepared Food means you'll need to collect meal tax, 3 bay sink, use commercial refrigeration, and provide a facility for someone to relieve oneself. The waist water is the real concern. What will you collect it in and how will you dispose of it. Don't expect them to trust you to transport it to the town sewer plant yourself.

tis · 03-08-2011, 08:33 AM

Not that we don't want to protect our lake, but this is exactly why no one wants to start a business today. Here are two kids (apparently) who have ambition and and spirit and there are so many rules and regulations they will get discouraged before they start. I hope they can get through all the red tape.

Little Bear · 03-08-2011, 10:02 AM

I happen to know the guy that started the Shades of Maui boats back in the mid-80's and worked on the boat in Braun Bay many times. I still have the newspaper where the Union Leader voted this New Hampshire's Best New Business in 1987. I recall they they exhausted a lot of effort to make sure they had every possible license necessary. I remember a story where out of nowhere they got pulled over by a Fish & Game boat that was sent out to check on them because they got reported for selling lobster rolls. Fish & Game apparently thought they had bagged the elephant because a license is required to sell lobster meat of any kind. The F&G people asked if they were selling lobster and the answer was yes. Well then the interrogation and lectures started, but then the Maui produced the appropriate license to sell lobster meat which, at the time, cost about $10.00. The F&G guys kind of laughed and said that they had specifically launched their boat and had come looking for Maui just because of the reported sale of lobster meat. A fool's errand in the end, but the 2 F&G guys actually ended up buying lunch from the Maui.

I'm sure the regulations and government red tape have increased dramatically in the last 25 years, but where there's a will there's a way. Good luck to Bric's Boat - give 'em hell.

hancoveguy · 03-08-2011, 10:48 AM

Wow! What a pile of bureacratic, red tape, BS...Good luck to these kids, if they make it they will have truly earned it.

I pledge to buy a minimum of $40 worth of whatever the first time we see them at Braun Bay...and probably every time after that too,lol.

Maybe it will keep my 3 bratty kids busy for 5 minutes...

HCG

Lakesrider · 03-08-2011, 10:52 AM

Speaking of Maui...You ought to sell shaved ice. I bet you'd make all your money selling just shaved ice. Not too many people around selling it and when I was in Hawaii there were shaved ice huts everywhere and the stuff was great. Anyone can get ice cream at multiple places around the lake. But where do you get shaved ice? Huh? Huh?

Put on a Hawaiian shirt and your good to go.

http://www.opentip.com/Home-Garden/G...p-2113384.html

SIKSUKR · 03-08-2011, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Little Bear

I happen to know the guy that started the Shades of Maui boats back in the mid-80's.

Ah yes and he lives on the island that bears your user name.

RailroadJoe · 03-08-2011, 02:26 PM

Now if only the government could keep their noses out oif the small business owners trying to make a living in this "depression". But, no, you need a license to literally breath.
Hope the F&G boat sinks, anyway. They are starting to abuse their power also.

Bric'sBoat · 06-25-2011, 12:52 PM

We have done it! Ladies and gentlemen, there is now a boat servicing the northern part of Lake Winnipesaukee cooking and selling hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, soda, ice cream, and miscellaneous items. We are hoping to start tomorrow the 26th of June, but obviously it is all weather permitting. Our normal working hours will be Friday-Monday from about 11-4 in places such as Braun Bay, Weirs, Meredith Bay, and Long Island. Our boat is easily distinguishable with lime green stripes and large signs on the side, along with walk up boatside tables for sandbars. We are a fully equipped boat which passed State Health Inspection and are ready to serve anyone by boat. We accept credit cards. Feel free to call with any questions at 603-345-4135 or 603-707-7164, or check out our facebook page at "Bric's Burgers and Dogs Boat Service" or follow us on twitter for hourly updates @bricsboat . We look forward to seeing everyone out on the lake this summer!

Brendan Greenwald & Eric Moriarty
Bric's Burgers and Dogs Boat Service

NHBUOY · 06-25-2011, 01:05 PM

...CONGRATULATIONS & Good Luck...hope you guys make some loot and have a blast at the same time...We'll look for ya...

...

NBR · 06-25-2011, 05:56 PM

I hope your plans work out and that the various federal, state, county and local restrictions don't drive you out of business.

eillac@dow · 06-25-2011, 08:01 PM

Brendan & Eric....

Good luck to you both! I am happy for you and hope you have a great summer. BTW I am right across from Long Island Bridge...so perhaps I will be seeing you soon.

Enjoy the summer.

4Fun · 03-08-2011, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by baygo

I heard that Meredith could not impose a venders license on those who set up for the Pond Hockey because the vender was on the ice/water. Town does not govern it. The state on the other hand is another issue. Prepared Food means you'll need to collect meal tax, 3 bay sink, use commercial refrigeration, and provide a facility for someone to relieve oneself. The waist water is the real concern. What will you collect it in and how will you dispose of it. Don't expect them to trust you to transport it to the town sewer plant yourself.

Maybe you can look in to a hot dog cart type license. I know the guy that set up at the various Home Depots does not have a sink and just uses coolers. He serves dogs, sausage, etc. I ALWAYS see a HUGE roll of cash in his pocket when he gives me change.

Come to think about it the local roach coach does not have any facilities either.

You might be able to partner with a local canteen guy to ride on his license as a branch. It might cost you a few $$ but it would be easier..

03-07-2011, 05:20 PM	#1
brk-lnt Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: South Down Shores Posts: 1,944 Thanks: 545 Thanked 570 Times in 335 Posts	Great idea. I had recently thought about buying a couple of pontoon boats and hiring college kids to run a business like this. I think you can be very successful at this sort of thing. Also, plan to sell sunscreen, floaties, diapers, towels, and similar consumables and easily-forgotten items as well. The foodservice aspect of it will probably only be about 1/2-3/4 of your total business. __________________ [insert witty phrase here]

03-08-2011, 10:02 AM	#7
Little Bear Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 581 Thanks: 125 Thanked 248 Times in 134 Posts	This is shades of "Shades of Maui" I happen to know the guy that started the Shades of Maui boats back in the mid-80's and worked on the boat in Braun Bay many times. I still have the newspaper where the Union Leader voted this New Hampshire's Best New Business in 1987. I recall they they exhausted a lot of effort to make sure they had every possible license necessary. I remember a story where out of nowhere they got pulled over by a Fish & Game boat that was sent out to check on them because they got reported for selling lobster rolls. Fish & Game apparently thought they had bagged the elephant because a license is required to sell lobster meat of any kind. The F&G people asked if they were selling lobster and the answer was yes. Well then the interrogation and lectures started, but then the Maui produced the appropriate license to sell lobster meat which, at the time, cost about $10.00. The F&G guys kind of laughed and said that they had specifically launched their boat and had come looking for Maui just because of the reported sale of lobster meat. A fool's errand in the end, but the 2 F&G guys actually ended up buying lunch from the Maui. I'm sure the regulations and government red tape have increased dramatically in the last 25 years, but where there's a will there's a way. Good luck to Bric's Boat - give 'em hell. Attached Images

06-25-2011, 12:52 PM	#12
Bric'sBoat Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Posts: 7 Thanks: 3 Thanked 6 Times in 3 Posts	Bric's Burgers and Dogs Boat Service We have done it! Ladies and gentlemen, there is now a boat servicing the northern part of Lake Winnipesaukee cooking and selling hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, soda, ice cream, and miscellaneous items. We are hoping to start tomorrow the 26th of June, but obviously it is all weather permitting. Our normal working hours will be Friday-Monday from about 11-4 in places such as Braun Bay, Weirs, Meredith Bay, and Long Island. Our boat is easily distinguishable with lime green stripes and large signs on the side, along with walk up boatside tables for sandbars. We are a fully equipped boat which passed State Health Inspection and are ready to serve anyone by boat. We accept credit cards. Feel free to call with any questions at 603-345-4135 or 603-707-7164, or check out our facebook page at "Bric's Burgers and Dogs Boat Service" or follow us on twitter for hourly updates @bricsboat . We look forward to seeing everyone out on the lake this summer! Brendan Greenwald & Eric Moriarty Bric's Burgers and Dogs Boat Service Attached Images

06-25-2011, 01:05 PM	#13
NHBUOY Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Loon Mtn. winters...Meredith Neck summers Posts: 398 Thanks: 288 Thanked 94 Times in 60 Posts	...CONGRATULATIONS & Good Luck...hope you guys make some loot and have a blast at the same time...We'll look for ya......

06-25-2011, 05:56 PM	#14
NBR Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Bristol Posts: 119 Thanks: 0 Thanked 19 Times in 15 Posts	Good Luck I hope your plans work out and that the various federal, state, county and local restrictions don't drive you out of business.

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03-07-2011, 11:07 PM	#4
jrc Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: NH Posts: 2,689 Thanks: 33 Thanked 439 Times in 249 Posts	As I mentioned in a previous post, maybe stick to the 7-11 format. Cooking food has all kinds of issues like TiltonBB points out, they are not insurmountable but may be tough for seasonal, weekend business to absorb. But a store on floats has much less issues. You can likely sell packaged food, soda, chips, ice cream, maybe even packages of hot dogs and hamburgers without a lot of government intervention. Plus if you pick your wares right you could do mid-week business to the islands. I bet there are times that islanders would pay a few extra bucks to save a trip. Maybe carry charcoal, paper products, and other camp essentials. Obviously stay away from booze and tobacco, huge licensing and liability issues. You may still need a vendors license, but I don't know who from. Is the water itself in any town?

03-08-2011, 08:33 AM	#6
tis Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 6,824 Thanks: 759 Thanked 1,474 Times in 1,029 Posts	Not that we don't want to protect our lake, but this is exactly why no one wants to start a business today. Here are two kids (apparently) who have ambition and and spirit and there are so many rules and regulations they will get discouraged before they start. I hope they can get through all the red tape.

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03-08-2011, 10:48 AM	#8
hancoveguy Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 276 Thanks: 95 Thanked 65 Times in 30 Posts	Wow! What a pile of bureacratic, red tape, BS...Good luck to these kids, if they make it they will have truly earned it. I pledge to buy a minimum of $40 worth of whatever the first time we see them at Braun Bay...and probably every time after that too,lol. Maybe it will keep my 3 bratty kids busy for 5 minutes... HCG

03-08-2011, 10:52 AM	#9
Lakesrider Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 2,129 Thanks: 380 Thanked 1,016 Times in 345 Posts	Speaking of Maui...You ought to sell shaved ice. I bet you'd make all your money selling just shaved ice. Not too many people around selling it and when I was in Hawaii there were shaved ice huts everywhere and the stuff was great. Anyone can get ice cream at multiple places around the lake. But where do you get shaved ice? Huh? Huh? Put on a Hawaiian shirt and your good to go. http://www.opentip.com/Home-Garden/G...p-2113384.html

03-08-2011, 02:26 PM	#11
RailroadJoe Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Posts: 620 Thanks: 259 Thanked 158 Times in 100 Posts	Now if only the government could keep their noses out oif the small business owners trying to make a living in this "depression". But, no, you need a license to literally breath. Hope the F&G boat sinks, anyway. They are starting to abuse their power also.

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06-25-2011, 08:01 PM	#15
eillac@dow Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Dow Island & Weymouth, MA Posts: 365 Thanks: 295 Thanked 94 Times in 48 Posts	Good Luck Bric's Boat! Brendan & Eric.... Good luck to you both! I am happy for you and hope you have a great summer. BTW I am right across from Long Island Bridge...so perhaps I will be seeing you soon. Enjoy the summer.