2024 DE-COMMISSIONING & WINTERIZE
When the time comes for you to put your vessel to bed, we are here to assist you in any way. This is probably the best attention you can give your boat to hibernate safely over the cold months. We have already had many new inquiries regarding Winter storage. While we like to accommodate as many boats as possible, we are on a first come first stored basis and our yard will fill up quickly.
We encourage you to reach out to our Service Department with any questions about Winter Services and the hauling process. We are here to help you navigate the process and best practices for prepping your boat for winter conditions.
All requests are scheduled on a first-come-first-served basis. We will not be sending any forms in the mail. The forms can be found below. They are also available at the Marina Service Center. If you would like to receive your forms in the mail, please email your request to storage@capeannmarina.com.
Please keep in mind that all service and yard requests must be submitted in writing. Please read the information below to proceed. Cape Ann Marina is not responsible for damage to vessels caused by freezing temps or late haul out requests post November 1st. Customers should expect up to 3-week wait times for service requests submitted after October 15th, but there is no guarantee. Don’t wait until the last minute to submit your requests.
Send in your agreement with us now to secure a spot and beat the Fall rush. This takes some of the pressure off of you and helps us with our yard coordination for the upcoming season.
Simply click on this link and it will bring you to a fillable Winter Boat Storage Agreement for 2024-2025. Please use one Agreement per boat.
On this page you’ll find links to our Winter Packet, which includes the paperwork you need to requests services like a Haul Request and a De-commissioning Request. Just like in the spring, please send all your paperwork to the Service Coordinator. All paperwork, including an updated Certificate of Insurance, needs to be queued for your preferred haul date. We encourage you to reach our Service Coordinator, with any questions. She is ready and eager to facilitate all your engine servicing needs as well as hauling/launching, transport, winter services, and more. Contact Service via email or via phone at 978-283-0806 EXT 481. Please keep in mind all service and yard requests must be submitted in writing with the forms provided, and all requests are scheduled on a first come- first served basis. Any outstanding balances must be paid in full prior to new work requests. Payments can be made online. Credit Card and ACH are accepted. Make a secure payment here http://capeannmarina.com/payments
Any requests beyond the standard de-commissioning service must be scheduled separately as winter work. Confirmation of your request will be finalized and scheduled through our Service Department.
If you are transporting your vessel to or from the Marina via land you must call and make a reservation with the Service Coordinator. If you are transporting your vessel via water, you need to contact the Service Coordinator AND the Dockmaster for arrival times and instructions. This is critical – any vessels without reservations could be turned away. Plan ahead.
TIPS for de-commissioning your boat and accessories:
- Get your Holding Tank PUMPED OUT before you haul – head to our Fuel Dock
- Please remove all your canvas prior to shrink wrapping
- Don’t for get to give us your keys
- Remove your batteries and store, or let us do it
- Clean, Take off and store your cushions, bean bags and upholstery in a dry place
- Remove all gear that could get moldy, just in case
- Clean your bilges – we have cleaners in our store
- Clean your fenders and store them all clean
- If we are not storing your boat, and only servicing, for “tow and go” customers; once you are notified that your vessel is ready to be picked up, you will have three days to remove your boat from Cape Ann Marina’s yard. Boats that are on the property after this three day period will be charged for lay days accordingly.
Downloadable forms:
All service requests must be in writing, please use our forms supplied here. We will not accept incomplete paperwork, so fill them all out completely. Thank you!
WINTER PACKET: Winterize and Storage Forms 2024-25
Winter Boat Storage Agreement 2024-2025
Decommissioning Services Form 2024-2025
Insurance Requirements Form – supply to your agent to assist in retrieving a COI
Winter Work Request Form – Please use this form for additional requests not to include immediate de-commissioning services .i.e.-repower, electronics, steering, fuel tank, gel coat, bottom prep etc.
ASK US ABOUT DETAILING AND BRINGING BACK THE COLOR. TIME FOR A NAME CHANGE OR UPGRADE TO DECALS?
WINTER STORAGE
All Storage Package Types (with the exception of Wet Winter and Trailer – Storage ONLY) include Haul, Pressure Wash, Blocks/Poppet Rental, Storage and Spring Launch
LOA – Length Over All – This is measure from the Tip of the engine in the upright position to the Tip of your bow/pulpit or Anchor (farthest point). However, if your vessel is stored on a trailer, it is calculated at LOT – Length of Trailer which is measured from the Tip of the engine in an upright position to the Tip of the tongue of the trailer. We reserve the right to measure any vessel for an accurate length and adjust contracts accordingly.
Wet Winter Storage – vessel is stored in the water only. Please make note of these dates on the contract 10/05/2024-04/15/2025.
Tender Storage – If your tender, on its trailer, exceeds 15 ft. LOT, it will be billed as a standard Trailer Storage rate of 31/ft x LOT.
If you are a multi-hull vessel, a houseboat or other non-standard vessel please contact us for availability and rates. (978) 283-0806
Environmental Fee is 3%. This is located at the bottom of the calculation form. This fee is attached to ALL storage contracts and must be added in to your total due.
PAYMENT OPTIONS:
Payment in full is a requirement prior to arrival for winter storage, unless you are blocking your boat (not on a trailer) in which 50% is due prior to arrival and 50% is due prior to 2/1/2025.
You can pay Cash or Personal Check at the time you submit your agreement. Checks should be made payable to Cape Ann Marina, LLC. There are no additional fees associated with this payment method. Do Not Mail Cash – drop off in person only. Make sure you receive a receipt for all cash payments.
You can have your Bank issue a Check (Certified Check) to us for your storage. Please make sure that your name and/or customer number is listed on the bank check, so it is applied correctly to your account. Checks should be made payable to Cape Ann Marina, LLC. There are no additional fees associated with this payment method unless your bank charges for this service.
Set up Bill Payment with your Bank – this will allow you to manage your own payments to us using a bank generated check. You manage the autopayments. The banks ships us the check with the dates you choose.
Credit Card/ACH via Online Portal – please click on the link provided. It will bring you to the payment portal. There is a fee associated with these methods. A 3% fee for using a credit card or a flat $2.95 fee for using ACH Debit Pay directly from your bank account. Make a secure payment here http://capeannmarina.com/payments
SUMMARY:
As a friendly reminder, a Winter Storage agreement is not considered valid unless ALL requirements listed below have been met.
- A Completed, Signed and Initialed Agreement from the current period. Do not forget page 2.
- Payment for the storage by one of the methods listed above.
- A current and valid Certificate of Insurance is on file. (See instructions on the Insurance Requirements Form which you can forward to your Insurance Agent for processing.)
- A current copy of your vessel Registration or Documentation for the vessel is on file.
- Your Account Ledger with us is in good standing, meaning all past due balances are paid in full. This includes prior Storage Agreements, Work Orders, and retail purchases. You can contact the Business Office or the Service Coordinator if you have any questions regarding the status of your account ledger.
- Schedule your boat arrival with the Service Coordinator and Dockmaster. Plan ahead.
REPOWER SPECIALISTS
Let us give you a no obligation quote for new engines, steering, electronics and more. Commit now and be ready for spring
MARINE STORE
Our Marina Store is fully stocked with cleaning, painting, and detailing supplies as well as Coast Guard safety items. Please contact our Parts Department to find what you need. We have access to a wide variety of catalogs and vendors. Our marine store is open Monday through Friday 8am to 4pm. Hours will change with the season and you can always check our HOURS page too. Email Parts Department
As always, we thank you for choosing Cape Ann Marina for your vessel’s storage and service needs. We look forward to hearing from you soon!!!