Duncan L Clinch Marina

First Come First Serve policy. Does not take reservations.GENERAL INFORMATION Length of Stay: Transient boaters are permitted to stay up to 14 consecutive days. If the marina is not full a boater may stay an additional 14 days. To be eligible to stay an additional 14 days, when the marina is full, the boater must remain out for the marina for 48 hours. Slip Assignments: Dockhands on duty are authorized to re-assign transient slips as deemed necessary. Reservations: We do not take reservations. Credit Cards: We accept VISA and MASTERCARD. Key Deposits: Only boaters can receive marina keys. Key deposits are $5.00. Laundry Facilities: A marina key is required for this facility. The laundry room is located on the east side of the marina office building. Open 24 hours a day. Gasoline/Oil: We sell regular gasoline, valve treatment, engine oil, two cycle outboard oil, and chemicals for your sewage systems. Fueling in daylight only. For proper disposing of drain oil - contact the Dockmaster. VHF-FM Marine Radio: We follow FCC rules and regulations when operating the marine radio. Channel 16 is monitored. We are sorry but we cannot use this channel for receiving or delivering messages of any kind. Electrical Adapters: Adapters are available at the dock house for a $20.00 - $100.00 deposit, depending on the adapter. Power cords must be approved by the Dockmaster. Train: The miniature steam locomotive called "The Spirit of Traverse City" operates near the marina, and its tracks run parallel to the water's edge at the marina. Expect whistle blowing, crossing gate signal and train noises from late May through mid-September.REGULATIONS Anchoring/Mooring: For the safety of boaters, no anchoring or mooring is allowed in or around the marina area. Auxiliary Craft: One dinghy or other auxiliary craft shall be a size suitable to be carried on board the boat leasing the slip. No more than one auxiliary craft per boat is permitted to water store in the slip so long as storage of such water craft does not extend beyond the limits of the assigned slip or in any other way interfere with the flow of traffic in the marina. Auxiliary craft shall be removed from the slip when the boat is out of the marina for more than one day. No slips shall be leased, or dockage permitted, solely to any auxiliary craft or personal water craft. The "NO WAKE" speed shall be observed at all times. Bicycles, In-Line Skates, Skateboards: For the safety of all guests and boaters, bicycles, in-line skates and skateboards are not permitted on the main docks or finger docks. Boat Size and Placement: All boats should be inside the outer piling out of the fairway, and will be assigned accordingly. Cleanliness of Pier: EVERYONE shall be asked to keep the pier area clean and free of litter. NOTHING shall be stored on the docks or piers without first obtaining permission from the Dockmaster. Cooking on Open Flames: Charcoal burners are not allowed on any dock. Open flames are prohibited except while cooking on a standard galley stove aboard a vessel. If you wish to cook with a charcoal fire, we have charcoal grills/picnic tables for your convenience, located on the shore near the ends of the docks. Cruising the Marina: Please operate your boat in a safe manner. No "cruising" is allowed in the marina (including auxiliary craft). Boats are expected to leave the marina immediately after checking out. Sail craft are required to enter or leave the marina under auxiliary power only (inboard or outboard motor), no "UNDER SAIL" in the marina. Fishing: Fishing is allowed within the harbor - except where posted. NO FISH CLEANING allowed anywhere within the marina area. Maintenance: Ordinary light maintenance performed on your vessel is permitted. Boar owners must notify the Dockmaster in advance of the employment of outside commercial labor to be used on their boat. Noise: Loud music, noises, or other disturbances are STRICTLY forbidden. Persons creating a disturbance or nuisance will be asked to leave immediately. On Board Toilet Facilities: Shall not be used while the boat is in the marina. Pump out facilities are available at the fuel dock and toilet/shower facilities are located at the Dockmaster's office. Keys are available at the fuel dock. Parking: Due to limited parking, please respect the posted regulations governing parking in the marina area. A dockhand can assist you in securing long-term parking, if required. Proper Lines: All boats must be equipped with a minimum 1/2 inch diameter twisted or braided nylon line (or approved equal). Boats that do not have this type of mooring line cannot stay overnight, until proper lines are obtained. Rafting: We will raft only when the marina is full and weather conditions prevent vessels from leaving the marina. Conditions inside the marina must be safe enough for us to raft. The City of Traverse City will not be held responsible for any damage done to a boat that has been rafted. Swimming/Diving: No swimming/diving is allowed in the marina. Should an emergency arise requiring diving in the marina, check with the Dockmaster first. Its the boater's responsibility to insure that all proper safety precautions have been taken to protect both the diver and boater.