News at Somers Point Marina

SUMMER FLOUNDER
SEASON

The countdown has begun to the start of the 2012 summer flounder season here in New Jersey. Opening day is May 5 and what do you want to bet someone will be on the water at midnight!

This year's size limit has dropped half-an-inch to 17.5 inches. But, the bag limit has been lowered to 5 fish.

Good luck!

BOB FARR - RIP

Last month our marina and customers lost a friend. You might not know the name Bob Farr but he frequently served as the DJ for our dock parties. He passed away at his new home in Florida. Our condolences to Bob's family and many friends.

USCGA & USPS SAFETY CLASSES

If you would like to attend a boating safety class given by the Coast Guard Auxiliary or
U. S. Power Squadron, just call us at (609)927-5900 or send off an e-mail to office@somerspointmarina.com and we will get you a schedule of courses near you in New Jersey and Pennsylvania.

MAY 2012 NEWSLETTER

Welcome To May

Many thanks to those of you who took the time to comment on the format change to our newsletter that we initiated in April. We always appreciate your input and story suggestions. Just pay us a visit, call or send off an e-mail.

MARINA DRY RACK SEASON BEGINS MAY 15

Welcome back to our dry rack customers. Just a reminder to please give us at least an hour advance notice when you would like your boat in the water. Or, call the day before if you want to head out prior to our normal opening hours.

Terri Dennis, our slip manager, says she still has a few rack spaces available. Give her a call at (609)927-5900.

THIS MONTH'S ETHANOL NEWS

A month can't go by without some news about ethanol in gas. Click here to read all about it.

SPM GRADY-WHITE OWNERS' CLUB NEWS

There is some big news from the club this month. Lou Meier, who has been instrumental in the organization since the very beginning, has retired as club president. Lou devoted countless hours and much energy to help get the club off the ground. Out hats are off to him for his dedication and leadership.

Taking the helm as new president is Al Cortese. Bob Morris will serve as vice president; Brian Meyers as treasurer and Tina Cortese as secretary. Much success to them.

Here is the club's scheduled list of events for the coming season:

May to December fishing tournament. You must enter by May 5.
May 19 AC trip to the Back Bay Ale House
June 16 Cape May Harborfest and joint meeting with the DelMarVa Owners' Club.
Family Day is scheduled for June. the exact date will follow.
June 29 to July 7 club fishing tournament.
July 7 SPM dock party. Club members invited.

REMEMBERING JOSE WEJEBE

Recreational fishing lost a well-know advocate in a plane crash last month, TV fishing show host Jose Wejebe, the "Spanish Fly". Click here to read about the celebration of his life.

WORLD RECORD SET...WORLD RECORD LOST

One minute you think you set one of the iconic world records in recreational fishing, but just that fast it was disallowed. Click here to read what happened.

SALVAGE PLANS SET FOR COSTA CONCORDIA

The contract for salvaging the wrecked liner Costa Concordia...in one piece, has been awarded to an American company! Click here to read the details.

ANOTHER SHIP WITH A DARK PAST IS HEADED FOR THE SCRAP YARD

This ship probably is even more infamous than the Concordia. It used to be named Exxon Valdez.

Click this to read about the end of the line for this vessel.

AS A TITANIC SURVIVOR THE UNSINKABLE MOLLIE BROWN HAD NOTHING ON JOHN PRIEST

Click here to read about a man who made ship wreck survival almost an art form.

AROUND THE WORLD AT 26 KNOTS

We always like to end with something a bit unusual, so this month take a trip around the globe at 26 knots. Just click here to go along for the ride.