Lake Winni Yacht Clubs

snowman · 07-22-2016, 09:33 PM

I'm looking at purchasing a boat slip. Any recommendations on specific Yacht clubs. One Yacht club that I'm interested in is Bayside Yacht Club in Meredith.

Additionally, what should I be looking for when buying a slip (besides the obvious length and width)

Thanks in advance for any advice

ericnh · 07-23-2016, 04:15 AM

I was going to buy a slip last year but ended up with a place that included one. When I researched them, I decided on Meredith Yacht Club because of the sunny location, great views, clean appearance, club amenities, protected docks (important if you want to sleep on your boat) and a short walk to town and stores. The only challenge is getting a slip that will match your boat size.

pjard · 07-23-2016, 07:00 AM

Do you live up here? If so which town. If you come up for weekends etc...from where?

ThePlut · 07-23-2016, 08:19 AM

I've been a renter at Meredith Yacht Club for the last 6 years and I can tell you it is a wonderful place to keep your boat. The amenities of the club are enough by itself, but it's proximity to even more in Meredith proper makes it outstanding.

The owner of the slip that I rent from is, unfortunately for me, trying to sell it as we speak. So I'm looking for a new slip to rent, but I could certainly recommend the spot. He's got an ad in the classified of this forum for a 29' by 9.5' slip. Great guy too.

Can PM me for more info if you can't find it.

Outdoorsman · 07-23-2016, 06:20 PM

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Originally Posted by pjard

Do you live up here? If so which town. If you come up for weekends etc...from where?

How does any of that affect the answer to the question?

thinkxingu · 07-23-2016, 06:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Outdoorsman

How does any of that affect the answer to the question?

If I lived here, I would like to be close to home. If I didn't, I would like to be the closest to home I could be.

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Loub52 · 07-23-2016, 09:37 PM

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Originally Posted by snowman

I'm looking at purchasing a boat slip. Any recommendations on specific Yacht clubs. One Yacht club that I'm interested in is Bayside Yacht Club in Meredith.

Additionally, what should I be looking for when buying a slip (besides the obvious length and width)

Thanks in advance for any advice

Dimensions to fit your boat is an obvious criteria followed by slip depth as the lake draws down to a accommodate your draft, shelter from wind and wake, location and your neighbors will be key considerations from my perspective.

TiltonBB · 07-24-2016, 06:09 AM

"Do you live up here? If so which town. If you come up for weekends etc...from where?"

Good Question

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Originally Posted by Outdoorsman

How does any of that affect the answer to the question?

If the OP commutes to the lake from the south the location of the slip he purchases would be important. For example, it would be a much longer ride to the northern part of the lake than to Gilford.

If the OP has a home in the area he may not be that interested in finding a yacht club with great showers and a nice bath house with laundry machines because he would never use them.

Asking for more information about the intentions of the person looking for a slip will help to give him the best answer and that type of informative answers is what many people look to the forum for.

pjard · 07-24-2016, 06:24 AM

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Originally Posted by TiltonBB

"Do you live up here? If so which town. If you come up for weekends etc...from where?"

Good Question

If the OP commutes to the lake from the south the location of the slip he purchases would be important. For example, it would be a much longer ride to the northern part of the lake than to Gilford.

If the OP has a home in the area he may not be that interested in finding a yacht club with great showers and a nice bath house with laundry machines because he would never use them.

Asking for more information about the intentions of the person looking for a slip will help to give him the best answer and that type of informative answers is what many people look to the forum for.

That's exactly why I asked the question...my gosh people on this forum are grumpy. Thank you...

Outdoorsman · 07-24-2016, 05:18 PM

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Do you live up here? If so which town. If you come up for weekends etc...from where?

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Originally Posted by TiltonBB

"Do you live up here? If so which town. If you come up for weekends etc...from where?"

Good Question

If the OP commutes to the lake from the south the location of the slip he purchases would be important. For example, it would be a much longer ride to the northern part of the lake than to Gilford.

If the OP has a home in the area he may not be that interested in finding a yacht club with great showers and a nice bath house with laundry machines because he would never use them.

Asking for more information about the intentions of the person looking for a slip will help to give him the best answer and that type of informative answers is what many people look to the forum for.

Whether the OP lives here or not is irrelevant. They are looking to purchase a boat slip.

If they only come up on weekends is irrelevant. They are looking to purchase a boat slip which will house their boat 7 days a week.

thinkxingu · 07-24-2016, 06:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Outdoorsman

Whether the OP lives here or not is irrelevant. They are looking to purchase a boat slip.

If they only come up on weekends is irrelevant. They are looking to purchase a boat slip which will house their boat 7 days a week.

Really?

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TiltonBB · 07-24-2016, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Outdoorsman

Whether the OP lives here or not is irrelevant. They are looking to purchase a boat slip.

If they only come up on weekends is irrelevant. They are looking to purchase a boat slip which will house their boat 7 days a week.

I will respectfully disagree.

How and when they intend to use the boat slip makes a big difference.

Where they live makes a difference for the commute and ability to enjoy the slip. People who live here and still work may want a facility that they can enjoy after work.

A person who lives here may purchase a boat slip with no facilities because they can just go home for showers, laundry Etc.

A person who has an island home may have entirely different needs.

Most people purchasing a boat slip will consider the commute and the facility as well as what the club has to offer and whether it meets their needs and the needs of their family.

Thinking of a boat slip as only a place to store your boat 7 days a week is not a way of thinking that most people would entertain.

pjard · 07-24-2016, 06:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Outdoorsman

Whether the OP lives here or not is irrelevant. They are looking to purchase a boat slip.

If they only come up on weekends is irrelevant. They are looking to purchase a boat slip which will house their boat 7 days a week.

Have you ever tried to make a right turn at 25 & 3 in Meredith on a Friday afternoon? Have you ever driven through Weirs Beach on Bike Week? Have you ever tried to come through Alton Bay on the Friday before any Monday holiday. Sorry, Snowman I side tracked your question but you can't cure stupid.

snowman · 07-25-2016, 05:24 AM

Thanks for all the insight!

Would anyone have any concerns purchasing a slip next to (literally on the dock that I would tie to) the gas dock and pump out?

Winnisquamer · 07-25-2016, 05:49 AM

I would be concerned, Do you want to be in a constant in and out boat traffic jam?

Rich · 07-25-2016, 06:16 AM

When using a pump out, there usually are certain smells that accompany the process.

Do you have a sensitive nose?

Loub52 · 07-25-2016, 06:45 AM

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Originally Posted by snowman

Thanks for all the insight!

Would anyone have any concerns purchasing a slip next to (literally on the dock that I would tie to) the gas dock and pump out?

While your hull will get dirty being in the water for the season, being right next to the fuel dock and pumpout location, your hull will get even dirtier due to fuel spills, etc. Also, being right next to the fuel dock will likely see your boat getting tossed around quite a bit more due to frequent boat traffic.

TiltonBB · 07-25-2016, 01:01 PM

If you are real close to the gas dock and the pump out area you should see what exposure your boat will have.

If you spend much time watching people dock you will notice that skill levels vary widely. At a busy gas dock there may be many boats coming and going and when mistakes happen you would hate to have them bouncing off of your boat.

If you are the type who enjoys sitting on your boat at the dock I can think of a lot better places to be than watching boats get pumped out. Also, I have seen people think that because the gas pumps are closed it is OK to use the gas dock like it is a public dock so you might see a lot of strangers docking there.

I think there are better choices.

georgefelt · 08-01-2016, 08:45 PM

I went through a similar search a year ago and ended up buying a slip at Bay Shore Yacht Club in Meredith. So far the cons are tight parking on big summer weekends (but this is true everywhere, so live with it), occasional rock and roll from wakes thrown by big boat scofflaws. Pros: great value, easy access to excellent marina service and storage, and walking distance to all the good stuff in Meredith. Slip owners are friendly and the association is well run by financially responsible people (it is a condo association). Some slips are shallow so think ahead to low levels. Some slips are "tight" so consider your docking skills. Bottom line for me: I love it and would do it again in a heartbeat. Your milage may vary... Check minutes from last owners meeting before you commit, and do not buy the slip next to the gas dock unless you really need deep water with easy access (e.g., fixed keel on a big sailboat) for all the reasons listed by other posters. Location in Meredith was a key positive factor for me. Good luck!

07-22-2016, 09:33 PM	#1
snowman Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Posts: 20 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Lake Winni Yacht Clubs I'm looking at purchasing a boat slip. Any recommendations on specific Yacht clubs. One Yacht club that I'm interested in is Bayside Yacht Club in Meredith. Additionally, what should I be looking for when buying a slip (besides the obvious length and width) Thanks in advance for any advice

07-23-2016, 04:15 AM	#2
ericnh Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Posts: 96 Thanks: 18 Thanked 120 Times in 37 Posts	Some considerations I was going to buy a slip last year but ended up with a place that included one. When I researched them, I decided on Meredith Yacht Club because of the sunny location, great views, clean appearance, club amenities, protected docks (important if you want to sleep on your boat) and a short walk to town and stores. The only challenge is getting a slip that will match your boat size.

07-23-2016, 08:19 AM	#4
ThePlut Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 150 Thanks: 1 Thanked 13 Times in 11 Posts	Myc I've been a renter at Meredith Yacht Club for the last 6 years and I can tell you it is a wonderful place to keep your boat. The amenities of the club are enough by itself, but it's proximity to even more in Meredith proper makes it outstanding. The owner of the slip that I rent from is, unfortunately for me, trying to sell it as we speak. So I'm looking for a new slip to rent, but I could certainly recommend the spot. He's got an ad in the classified of this forum for a 29' by 9.5' slip. Great guy too. Can PM me for more info if you can't find it.

07-25-2016, 06:16 AM	#16
Rich Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Derry / Gilford Posts: 1,245 Thanks: 72 Thanked 345 Times in 235 Posts	When using a pump out, there usually are certain smells that accompany the process. Do you have a sensitive nose? __________________ Don't listen to me, obviously I don't understand what I'm talking about! Let's help each other save time and money: WinniGas.com

08-01-2016, 08:45 PM	#19
georgefelt Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Posts: 11 Thanks: 0 Thanked 11 Times in 4 Posts	BSYC Meredith I went through a similar search a year ago and ended up buying a slip at Bay Shore Yacht Club in Meredith. So far the cons are tight parking on big summer weekends (but this is true everywhere, so live with it), occasional rock and roll from wakes thrown by big boat scofflaws. Pros: great value, easy access to excellent marina service and storage, and walking distance to all the good stuff in Meredith. Slip owners are friendly and the association is well run by financially responsible people (it is a condo association). Some slips are shallow so think ahead to low levels. Some slips are "tight" so consider your docking skills. Bottom line for me: I love it and would do it again in a heartbeat. Your milage may vary... Check minutes from last owners meeting before you commit, and do not buy the slip next to the gas dock unless you really need deep water with easy access (e.g., fixed keel on a big sailboat) for all the reasons listed by other posters. Location in Meredith was a key positive factor for me. Good luck!

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snowman Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Posts: 20 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Thanks for all the insight! Would anyone have any concerns purchasing a slip next to (literally on the dock that I would tie to) the gas dock and pump out?

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TiltonBB Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Gilford, NH and Florida Posts: 3,006 Thanks: 699 Thanked 2,203 Times in 937 Posts	If you are real close to the gas dock and the pump out area you should see what exposure your boat will have. If you spend much time watching people dock you will notice that skill levels vary widely. At a busy gas dock there may be many boats coming and going and when mistakes happen you would hate to have them bouncing off of your boat. If you are the type who enjoys sitting on your boat at the dock I can think of a lot better places to be than watching boats get pumped out. Also, I have seen people think that because the gas pumps are closed it is OK to use the gas dock like it is a public dock so you might see a lot of strangers docking there. I think there are better choices.