Opening Day At The Boat Show, Great Weather and Great Boats

Opening Day at the Michigan City In-Water Boat Show got us off to a great start. Gentle breeze, lots of sunshine and friendly faces on the docks.

The display looks great and we had a lot of visitors aboard all of our boats and especially the centerpiece of the display, the Pursuit 280 Sport and 315 Offshore.

We were joined by our friend Ron Burkdoll of Pursuit Boats. Ron has been with Pursuit for over twenty years and exemplifies the professionalism, passion for quality and positive business values that help make Pursuit one of boating’s very best names.

The forecast for the balance of the boat show is a lot like yesterday – sunny, dry and comfortable – ideal boat show weather. If you haven’t yet put it on your calendar for this weekend, make some time to come and have a look around the show. There are some very impressive yachts on display, a nice array of boating accessories, entertainment for the kids, pre-owned boats and, of course, Pier 33’s display including new boats from Scout, Pursuit and Chaparral.

Michigan area boaters, remember that Michigan City is on Central time. Boat show hours are Friday, Noon to 8 PM, Saturday 11AM o 8 PM and Sunday 11AM to 6 PM.

Michigan City In-Water Boat Show - Opens Thursday August 25 - See Pier 33

NEW CHAPARRALS ON DISPLAY

It’s Boat Show Eve and Pier 33 is ready for the opening of the Michigan City In-Water Boat Show, tomorrow at Noon.

Our display this year is all on shore, with easy access to an outstanding selection of new boats from Chaparral, Scout and Pursuit.

Show set-up was a breeze. The show is run by the Lake Erie Marine Trades Association and this year is the 32^nd annual Michigan City In-Water Boat Show. Ken Alvey of LEMTA and his experienced team are very accommodating in assisting exhibitors with a well coordinated move-in and set-up. Thanks to Ken and his staff for their help.



NEW PURSUITS ON DISPLAY

You will find Pier 33’s display on shore, at the head of the “300” Pier. We’ll include some special debuts for models never before shown at Michigan City, such as the Pursuit 315 Offshore and 265 Dual Console, the exciting Scout 245 XSF and the nimble wakeboard performance offered by Chaparral’s 216 SSi, with many more from each builder in our display as well.

The show isn’t just Pier 33. In fact you will find the very best names in boating from throughout the Lake Michigan region on hand as well with a tremendous variety of boats to choose from. There are numerous exhibitors with nautical gear, clothing and services, as well.



SCOUT 245 XSF

Buttery sweet corn and the best boat show brats you'll ever find are served-up by the Exchange Club, as a yearly fundraiser for their activities. Twiggy The Water-Skiiing Squrirrel returns for another season of entertainment and there are more surprises around each corner for kids and adults alike.

We have some very special pricing available on all of our show boats, very-very special pricing on a few demos and we’re also ready to spec your order for a 2012 factory-fresh model of your choice from Chaparral, Scout or Pursuit.

The Pier 33 staff is looking forward to seeing you at the show. I hope you will join us. For complete show information, CLICK HERE.

Docks & Storage For The Upcoming Year

It's been a great summer for boating, but it is also time for Pier 33 to begin planning for next season. It seems a little early to talk about boat storage and boat winterizing. We've recently published our 2011-2012 Winter Storage programs, as well as our 2012 Dockage Program.

Now, moreso than ever before, we recognize the importance of doing all we can to keep boating an affordable recreational choice for our valued clients. We've made price reductions in every boat dock category, as well as in our heated indoor storage and winterized outdoor storage plans.

Pier 33 is also introducing an installment payment plan for 2012 dockage, with a manageable 25% downpayment and the balance can be paid during January, February and March 2012.

Pier 33 boaters can now find all of our current storage, dock and servicing information on-line. Boaters new to the area or new to Pier 33 can request information through our on-line link, as well: CLICK HERE or call toll-free: (800) 886-0493.