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Inaugural San Francisco Boat Show Set for McCovey Cove and Pier 48
Set for Jan. 23-26, the event is billed as the Bay Area’s biggest boat show ever.
SAN FRANCISCO — From luxury motoryachts to personal watercraft, the latest in the world of boating will arrive at McCovey Cove and Pier 48 for the inaugural Progressive Insurance San Francisco Boat Show — Thursday, Jan. 23 through Sunday, Jan. 26, 2014. The show is produced by the National marine Manufacturers Association. Designed to offer something for
everyone from novice sailors to long- time powerboaters, this four-day boat- ing expo will showcase more than 150 new boats on land and in the water, plus the latest marine accessories, daily boating and sailing seminars, a chance to try stand-up paddleboarding or kayaking indoors, and more. “The combination of McCovey Cove and Pier 48 creates the perfect setting for a premier boat show in the Bay Area,” said Dave Geoffroy, the show’s executive director. “The San Francisco Bay Area has not seen a boat show of this magnitude in a very long time, and we’re very excited to provide Northern California boaters and non-boaters alike a chance to enjoy and discover the boating lifestyle.” McCovey Cove will be transformed into an in-the-water boat showroom, allowing visitors access to the larger luxury motoryachts, sailboats and sportfishers — plus, daily on-water
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Jan. 13 after a meeting was held on Jan. 8 between the Mexican Consulate General of Los Angeles and Mexico’s Minister of Tourism, where a resolu- tion was reached. According to Cris Wenthur, an
attorney in San Diego who has also worked with victims of the boat roundup, the SAT has been impound- ing vessels that have not been able to readily match the vessel’s HIN to the MTIP HIN. “That is their law that you got to have [the MTIP] on the boat. I keep it on my boat at all times,” said Ken Franke, president of the Sportfishing Association of California “I’ve been watching the central government and I can say from personal experience that they’re clearly trying to go by the book.” “As a former law enforcement offi-
cer, I believe you’ve got to look at the facts,” he added. “You don’t know what the facts are of each individual boat.” Gomez noted that SAT representa- tives have said fines against vessels with improper paperwork will be fined.
boating workshops for those who want boating lessons. Inside, Pier 48 will be filled with trailerboats, ski boats and marine accessories, in addition to daily educational opportunities and boating fun for all ages. Show highlights include Try It Cove inside Pier 48, an indoor pool, which will offer opportunities for attendees to get wet and try a variety of on-the- water activities — including stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, inflatables
and more. At Discover Boating’s Hands-on
Skills Training, professionals will offer free boat rides and hands-on boating workshops on San Francisco Bay — for beginners and experienced boaters. Fred’s Shed DIY Seminars, presented in an interactive learning center, will offer expert advice and hands-on learn- ing. Attendees will learn how to repair motors, perform regular maintenance, troubleshoot new technologies and
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more. Dozens of free Boating and Sailing
Seminars will be offered for boaters of all skill levels, inside Pier 48. The show is set to take place at
McCovey Cove and Pier 48, 24 Willie Mays Plaza (adjacent to AT&T Park). Show hours are noon-7 p.m. Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday. One-day tickets are $12 for adults;
free for children 15 and younger (when accompanied by an adult). Active mili- tary, fire and police personnel are free with ID. For more information or to purchase
advance tickets online and receive a $2 discount, visit
sfboatshow.com.
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