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IN THIS ISSUE
March 2023 Vol. 36, No.2
DEPARTMENTS INDUSTRY NEWS
Congratulations to CHARLESTOWN MARINA , the 2022 large Marina of the Year. Part 2 in a series about marina FIRE SAFETY focuses on some regular fire scenarios and prevention methods. Multiple upgrades have renewed business operations at FERRY DOCK MARINA on Lake Champlain in Vermont.
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Annual Industry Survey
26
Water Marks
32
Customer Service Starts With Hello
42
Reflections from the Water's Edge
60
New Advances in Repair and Strengthening of Piles
64
On the Waterfront 4 Editor's Notebook 38 Project Roundup 46 Marina Market News 56 Product Focus: Docks and Decks 70 Classifieds 72 Advertising Index 48 Carefree Boat Club Celebrates 20 Years 62 Boating Subscription and Rental Platform Skipperi Raises Funds for International Expansion 70 Attendance up 30 at MMTA Conference 72 GAO Releases Study on Vessel Contributions to Boating Trust Fund
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