Marinas, Yacht Clubs, Boat Yards COVID-19 plans

[Rich]

Originally Posted by Susie Cougar

I would’ve thought by now that the winners of the contest would be bragging! How many people have guessed April 6?

I had guessed the 3rd, close enough for me.

[BrunoSR]

So how did this thread turn into an Ice Out Thread?

I am watching for Marina information as I am being told my marina will not be opening till the end of May.

[VitaBene]

Originally Posted by BrunoSR

So how did this thread turn into an Ice Out Thread?

I am watching for Marina information as I am being told my marina will not be opening till the end of May.

Frankly, I would call my marina and ask them. We are great at speculating, second-guessing and pontificating around here!!

When you find out post the status.

[Hillcountry]

My marina called today and said they took a deposit on my tritoon...so there’s that. Boat sales are still going on which is a good sign!

[Rich]

A friend said Fay's is launching boats, but checking their website, I found this notice:

"We will not be allowing anyone to work on their boats, use the bath houses or enter the boatyard property until the Governor lifts the stay at home order."

[Rich]

Originally Posted by VitaBene

Frankly, I would call my marina and ask them. We are great at speculating, second-guessing and pontificating around here!!

When you find out post the status.

Plus check your email and/or their website and post what you learn here?

[Hillcountry]

We went to Winnisquam Marine this morning to gather our personal belongings that were on our boat for winter storage and at the same time brought items that belonged with the boat (Garmin and snap in carpet).
We removed 3 rod holders especially made for pontoon Bimini frames as well.
I suspect our next fishing boat (whenever we get one) will use a standard rod holder mounted on the gunwale. Felt strange making the boat ready for a sale.

[Rich]

This is from the Meredith Yacht Club website:

"...the MYC Clubhouse will NOT be open or be able to be used by any Shareholders or Renters on 25 April 2020. Until further notice as directed by the MYC Board of Directors, and due to Emergency Order #17 related to a “Stay at Home Order” issued by Governor for the State of NH, which remains in place until the 4th May 2020, the Clubhouse will remain closed."

[BrunoSR]

Originally Posted by VitaBene

Frankly, I would call my marina and ask them. We are great at speculating, second-guessing and pontificating around here!!

When you find out post the status.

Actually, this was directly from one of the owners. They are great people and I am not going to call them out by name. I like them and I believe they like me. But I wanted to know at the time, what other slip renters are finding.

[Rich]

We're still very early in the lake boating season, as boating is ramping up.

I'm sure as time goes on, more marinas will either come up with or update their COVID19 policies and procedures.

Please post news or updates here, as I think it will be useful to everyone.

By seeing what others in the area are doing, the info may also help some marinas to decide on how to handle their own situation.

Another concern that should be considered are which policies and/or procedures need to be in place after a 'stay at home' order is released. It's not like the virus threat has gone away at this point, but we do need to find a way to 'get back to business'.

I'm sure there will be guidelines from the CDC and other experts for this that are similar to other what 'social clubs' or gathering points will need.

For a while I could imagine:

• Face masks while in public or when facing anyone that is not an immediate family member.
• Washing hands often
• Hand sanitizers at the outside and inside of every door (to sanitize hands before touching any door handle).
• Frequent cleaning of door handles and other touch points.
• Hand sanitizer on your boat, for hands as people enter or leave the boat.

But what's a best way to handle restroom interiors (toilets, sinks, and/or possible showers at marinas)? Would it be to simply provide a spray cleaner and paper towels at each sink, toilet stall, shower? They do this at gyms and health clubs, but then the spray cleaner and paper towel dispenser themselves becomes a common touch point.

[Rich]

I saw the following notice from Spinnaker Cove Yacht Club:

"...given the Governor's "stay-at-home" orders and social distancing requirements, the clubhouse including bathroom facilities will not be accessible until May 5th at the earliest. We will follow the "stay-at-home" order until it is lifted by the Governor."

[Rich]

It looks like Mountain View (MVYC) has updated their COVID policies as of May 4th:

http://mvyc.biz/covid-19/

There appears to be some missing attachments from their website, but it seems they are doing things safely. It seems that they emailed all of their owners with the details.

They say people can be on the property as of May 5th following their procedures.

[JCC]

Irwin Marine:

Laconia Boat Slip Customers

COVID-19 Protocol

Customers may access the building using their key, but keeping the door locked at all times. Do not allow anyone else to enter the building with you. Do not open any of the other commonly used doors in the building.

Please proceed directly to your boat. Once in the building please remain on board your boat or remove your boat from the building. You may access rest room facilities, as needed, but practice proper social distancing. No congregating with others or entering the service work areas. Do not enter any of the office areas.

Please contact the service or parts departments by phone for any specific needs.

[Slickcraft]

Fay's Boat Yard:

FBY will slowly re-open for our customers* with the following guidelines. We will update our procedures as protocols change on our website and our Facebook page.

It is our intention to allow customers* access to FBY for the use of their boats and at the same time reduce the transmission of Covid-19 amongst employees & customers*.

The main entrance will have an employee posted for questions.

We will start opening for customer* access on weekends only.

Saturdays & Sundays: 8am – 5pm

(this is for FBY customers* only until stay at home order is lifted.)
IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Ramp is Closed to the Public*. Open only to FBY customers*.

Customers* are to go directly to their boats to minimize exposure to all.

Maintain social distancing (6’ apart) at all times, especially on docks, designated customer bathroom facilities and in parking areas. No congregating.

Face coverings should be worn.

Washing of hands and use of hand sanitizer should be practiced often. Buckets with disinfectant solution are located in all high traffic areas.

Valet customers* are required to call 603-293-8000 1 hour ahead – NO WALK IN SERVICE. Practice social distancing when boarding, loading and off loading boats.

Customers* must call ahead for an appointment for service and wash station usage.

Boat Sales and Boat Service will be OPEN. Please call ahead for Sales or Service Appointments.

The Fuel Dock WILL BE OPEN to FBY customers*. You must disembark from your boats and maintain a 6’ distance. Please follow the gas dock employee’s directions. You can either charge the gas to your account OR call the office at 603-293-8000 to make a credit card payment.

All Shop areas are CLOSED to FBY customers* & the public*. NO EXCEPTIONS.

No Ice or soda will be available until after stay at home order is lifted.

Retail store customers* should call ahead to have items paid for and picked up outside the store in the drop box.

If you feel ill, please stay home or leave premises immediately.

*Customers are defined as having an account, slip or boat in the yard.

*Public is defined as all persons with no affiliation with the yard.

[Rich]

Originally Posted by Slickcraft

Fay's Boat Yard:

Thanks for this update!

I wonder how they will handle if a 'non FBY' boat shows up at their gas dock?

[upthesaukee]

Originally Posted by Rich

Thanks for this update!

I wonder how they will handle if a 'non FBY' boat shows up at their gas dock?

Hopefully, in a nice manner, inform those individuals that has docks are open only to FBY customers. Hopefully, they will put up a sign stating the policy to minimize potential verbal abuse by those being turned away.

Dave

[Slickcraft]

Fay's open to current customers 5/15

Effective Friday 5/15/20 Fay’s Boat Yard is open for the season to Current Customers* Only with the following guidelines.

It is our intention to allow customers* access to FBY for the use of
their boats and at the same time reduce the transmission
of Covid-19 amongst employees & customers*.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION


1. Face coverings are required when in public areas of the boatyard.

2. Customers are to go directly to their boats and observe social distancing.

3. Social Distancing 6’ apart needs to be observed at all docking areas, this means you may have to step aside to allow someone to pass.

4. Hand sanitizer is available in Blue Buckets at high traffic areas.

5. Bathroom facilities are located on either side of the valet area..

6. The retail stores are closed until the Stay at home order is lifted- Please call 603-293-8000 for assistance for any parts or store items and they will be placed conveniently for you to pick up.

7. Fuel Dock is open – Please obey the attendant on duty to stay safe.

8. No Soda or Ice will be available until Stay at Home order is lifted.

9. Ramp is closed to the Public until Stay at Home order is lifted.

10. Valet Customers are required to call 603.293.8000 at least 1 hour ahead- No WALK IN SERVICE and practice social distancing when boarding & off-loading boats. Valet customers should call ahead for service & wash station usage.

11. All Shop areas are CLOSED to FBY Customers & the Public* NO EXCEPTIONS.

12. If you feel ill please stay home or leave the premises immediately.


*Customers are defined as having an account, slip or boat in the yard.
*Public is defined as all persons with no affiliation with the yard.

We appreciate your cooperation during this trying time. It is critical to follow these procedures to ensure we all stay healthy.

Please direct any questions to linda@faysboatyard.com
or call 603.293.8000.

[granitebox]

Gas

Gas & Diesel Dock will be open daily starting May 22nd, 8:00 AM - 5:00PM!

Our Gas Dock Attendants will be wearing masks, please either also wear a mask or remain six feet away from the Gas Dock Attendant at all times.

Store

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𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟮𝗻𝗱, 𝘄𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗲 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗼𝗰𝗸𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗣𝗶𝗰𝗸-𝗨𝗽!

Here's How:
- Call our store ahead of time at (603) 279-9916 to place your order. Payment will be taken over the phone.
- Dock your boat at the Store Dock at the marina.
- Call our store to notify them that you are here.
- A store employee will come out and place your groceries in your boat!

Store Hours:

May 22, 2020 -- June 19, 2020
We will be open Memorial Day, from 8:00 AM -- 5:00 PM
Friday - Sunday; 8:00 AM -- 5:00 PM

June 20, 2020 -- Labor Day, 2020
Everyday; 8:00 AM -- 5:00 PM