The word “Marina” is used to indicate any person authorized to represent Port Clinton Marina LLC. The Word “customer” is used to indicate the owner of any boat docked or stored at Port Clinton Marina LLC.

1. Slip Rental & Yearly customers The slip rental period is from May 1st through October 31st. Any Customer wishing to remain in the water after November 1st must contact the Marina owner. If by October 31st the (Yearly Customer) has not contacted the Marina regarding a hauling date, then the Marina will haul the Customers boat at the Marina’s convenience. Customer will be charged standard hauling rates. The Customer remains responsible for winterizing their boat.
2. Contract & Deposits Contracts will be mailed out in October. It is the Customers responsibility to complete the contract and return with a deposit as stipulated by October 15th. Any slips not under deposit by October 15th will be considered available to other Marina customers or new customers on the Marina’s waiting list.
3. Non-Transferability Slips rented for the season are not transferable and cannot be sublet. Should a Customer change boats during the contract period, the Customer is responsible to notify the Marina immediately.
4. Insurance Customer agrees to have adequate boat insurance for complete marine coverage including liability, loss and damage. The customer agrees that the slip rental is at his or her own risk. The Marina is not responsible for any damage or injuries caused by theft, wake, flood, fire, hurricane or any act of God. The Customer shall hold the Marina harmless in the event of such an occurrence. The Customer will be held responsible for damage they may cause to other boats in the marina or to the structures or facilities thereof.
5. Conduct The disorderly conduct of any persons using, visiting or occupying the marina, which in the opinion of the Marina may cause injury or damage to life or property, shall be cause for immediate revocation of this Contract. There will be no refund of the storage charges paid pursuant to the contract. The Customer shall be responsible for the conduct of all persons using, visiting or occupying his boat.
6. Customer Responsibilities Customer is responsible to provide at least two (2) fenders and four (4) dock lines in good condition on board prior to launching. The Customer will keep the area around their boat free from any trash and debris. Customers are not permitted to start fires or transport flammable materials including fuel on or across any part of the Marina. Customer shall not spill, discharge or discard at the Marina any used oil, gas, paint thinner, holding tank material or other dangerous substances or will be liable. An adult must accompany minors at all times. There is to be no running, diving or swimming on or near the docks. No charcoal fires or open fires of any kind are permitted on boats, walkways or within the confines of the marina.
7. Dock Carts Carts are provided to transport household items and/or gear from vehicles to boats. No fish, bait or fuel of any kind.
8. Repairs Customers must notify Marine office at (860) 669-4563 of any dock damage or repairs needs immediately.
9. Storm Conditions In the event of a NOAA named storm or hurricane, the customer is responsible for removing their vessel from the docks 24 hours before the storm impacts Long Island and Eastern CT. The owner further agrees to either have Port Clinton Marina haul and block the boat in yard, or to remove the vessel from the property. In the event the owner’s vessel is not removed from the dock, the owner agrees to hold Port Clinton Marina harmless and agrees to assume full responsibility for any damage done to Port Clinton Marina property or other boats by the vessel as a result of the storm and/or any charges resulting from having to attend to the vessel during the storm.
10. Schedule for Hauling A one (1) week advance notice from the Customer is required for the hauling of a Customer’s boat (winter or short haul). The Customer is responsible for the collection of dock lines and hoses at the end of the summer season.
11. Moving Boats. Due to increased liability, the Marina will charge the Customer to move boats to and from their slips.
12. Trailer & Cradle Storage. There will be a charge of $600.00 for summer storage of cradles and trailers in the yard.
13. Attachments to Docks In order to maintain the docks, no attachments (nails, screws, etc.) to the docks are permitted without prior approval of the Marina.
14. Bottom Preparation Our customers may only sand their boats if a Vacuum Sanding System (VSS) is used. The VSS is available from the marina office. No bottom painting or sanding is allowed in high winds. Failure to comply with this rule will result in clean up fines of $100.00 per hour.
15. Personal Items At the end of the boating season all personal items (hoses, lines, fenders and bait traps etc.) must be removed. On Dec. 1st the marina will remove and discard all abandoned items.
16. Bait Baskets Crab traps, bait baskets etc. Shall not be tied off to the docks. The customer may tie such items off their boat.
17. Late Hauling Boats not available for hauling by November 1st must be ready for launch by April 1st or incur a relocation charge of up to $150.00. The “last out - first in” rule applies. No exceptions.
18. Spring Launching Land storage charges for winter storage customers accrue beginning May 15th Yearly customer boats remaining on land after June 1st will be charged $25 per day land storage up to the monthly rate of $350.00. Relocation fees of up to $150 per relocation will apply. Boats will not be launched or hauled on Saturdays, Sundays or holidays. All accounts must be paid in full (including outstanding invoices to the on site mechanic) prior to launching. (No Cash No Splash)
19. Outside Labor Outside labor & contractors are not permitted to work on any boat without written permission of the Marina. Outside labor & contractors are required to provide a copy of their insurance coverage policy. The marina will charge the customer 20% of our published rates when outside labor is used for bottom preparation & painting. The customer must accompany any “friends” that prepare and bottom paint. If not then the 20% rule applies. Shrink Wrapping shall only be performed by the Marina.
20. Electrical Power  During the summer season (May 1 - Nov 1) single 30 amp service on the dock will be charged at $75.00 and double 30 amp service on the dock will be charged $200.00 for the season. If your dock has a metered outlet you will be charged for power consumed at the going rate.
21. Fishing. Fishing on the docks is not permitted. Please fish off your own boat.
22. Fish Cleaning Section 15-8 and 25-54f of the General Statutes of Connecticut – prohibits the discharge or disposal of rubbish, waste material or refuse material of any kind into the waters of any river, stream, pond, or tidal waters. A penalty of $1,000.00 fine or imprisonment of three (3) months or both
23. Pets. Pets must be leashed at all times. The Customer shall be responsible for policing their pets.
24. Other. Step ladders should be locked to boat.