Where is a good source for finding dinghy docks and mooring fields? Doesn't seem to be a lot on maps or Active Captain... seems local knowledge. Even in my own area they don't seem to be well published.
Sources?
Seevee I can't see where finding a dinghy dock would be a challange. One should find dinghy docks in a few minutes in most all cases just putzing or rowing around a bit. Too much dependance on phones, pads and computers me thinks. Just seems like rowing around a bit is just more boating. Unless you're in urgent need of the shore head.
That's fine, but could be a PITA. Don't have enough experience with this, so could be a non issue.
Most marinas have dinghy docks. If you're not docked there they normally charge. Anytime you see a state park or city municipal marina, they're highly likely to have dinghy docks. It's only those anchorages not near anything where it's a problem.
Band B,
Good info, thx. And that makes sense. Also, if you're stopping for fuel and for the nite you can alway ask, if for some reason you want to come back in for something.
Do a lot of marines let you hang by the fuel dock so you can get some groceries? Would suspect that depends. I've seen fuel docks that are huge and some that the space is premium.
It varies widely with marina policy and with how crowded and busy the marina is. Also, with your attitude and what your intentions are. If you ask nicely, you'll get a lot further than those who act like the marina owes it to them. Most in our area charge, but for the fee, they give you more than the privilege to dock, they give the privilege to use their showers and laundry.
Day use is free at both Vallejo and Benicia marinas, without utilities. (But the Vallejo fuel and guest docks and the office are closed on weekends. ). Undoubtedly, some other marinas have a similar practice. Martinez, however, charges a day fee.
Most marinas have dinghy docks. If you're not docked there they normally charge. Anytime you see a state park or city municipal marina, they're highly likely to have dinghy docks. It's only those anchorages not near anything where it's a problem.