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Windy Season - Take it Seriously
by Dave Shearer 11 Sep '19

11 Sep '19

We are now in WINDY Season. It is time for everyone that has a boat or property at Great Salt Lake State Marina to take this very seriously. It appears we have very strong winds heading our way on Monday. And we had a funnel cloud, probably a tornado touch down between Stansbury and Carrington Island today. See picture below. It is time to check and even replace dock lines. Secure sails, especially genoas. Check rigging. Secure dinghies. Windy season usually goes through mid-September through mid-May. Dave [A picture containing sky, outdoor, mountain, grass Description automatically generated]

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Upcoming Sailing Clinic at Great Salt Lake
by Dave Shearer 07 Sep '19

07 Sep '19

The Volunteer Emergency Response Team is preparing to hold their next sailing seminar. This one will be at the Pavilion/Yacht Club building on September 29th at 10:am Discussions will be on: Outboard Motor Maintenance Winterizing your Boat Protocol around duck hunters Protocol around brine shrimp operations. Thanks Dave Dave Shearer Park Manager Harbor Master Great Salt Lake State Park 801-209-9142 [skull and crossbones]

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SAD NEWS
by Dave Shearer 04 Sep '19

04 Sep '19

We received some sad news this morning at Great Salt Lake State Park & Marina. Don Harsh, our chief maintenance guy and father to the Region Maintenance Supervisor, passed away suddenly last night. He had been fighting some health issues this summer but his passing last night was still unexpected. Don was a very kind, smart and talented person. He was very dedicated to Great Salt Lake State Park and its community. He will be missed. Dave

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Fire Update
by Dave Shearer 04 Sep '19

04 Sep '19

GSL Slip Renters and Marina Users. I have had several calls regarding what is called the Green Ravine Fire and whether it is threatening the marina. The Green Ravine fire is a 1000 acre wildfire started by Lakepoint and has climbed the ridge at the north end of the Oquirrh Mountains. The fire is 0% contained at this time and is continuing north and east up the ridge. It is expected to crest the ridge in the next little while. The fire should pose no threat to the Great Salt Lake State Park/Marina or private property in the marina unless the fire cannot be contained by Sunday's wind event. Most wind forecasts should keep the fire contained at the top of the ridge line. Everything is fine for right now. The marina is open. Thanks Dave

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CRANE DAY
by Dave Shearer 01 Sep '19

01 Sep '19

I'm checking one last time to see who is interested in a September 10 crane day. So far I only have two people who would like to do it. With only two people it isn't that affordable. Let me know. Thanks Dave Dave Shearer Park Manager Harbor Master Great Salt Lake State Park 801-209-9142 [skull and crossbones]

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DOCK GATES - IMPORTANT!
by Dave Shearer 31 Aug '19

31 Aug '19

GSL Slip Renters. We have had several complaints about dock gates being left open and not secured. There have also been several instances where gates are propped open with rocks. THIS IS NOT ACCEPTABLE. I know there are some that find it convenient to prop the gates open or to leave them open but YOUR NEIGHBORS want to have their property secured behind a closed and locked gate. We have had many instances where photographers will go down an unlocked dock, put their subjects on private boats and take pictures. PLEASE KEEP ALL DOCK GATES CLOSED AND LOCKED AT ALL TIMES. Thank you. Dave Dave Shearer Park Manager Harbor Master Great Salt Lake State Park & Marina 801-250-1898 [DNR Parks Logo]

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CRANE DAY
by Dave Shearer 20 Aug '19

20 Aug '19

Ok, for those interested in a Crane Day, how does Tuesday, September 10 sound? Please let me know. This will also be by RSVP ONLY so don't forget to RSVP. Thanks Dave Dave Shearer Park Manager Harbor Master Great Salt Lake State Park 801-209-9142 [skull and crossbones]

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CRANE DAY
by Dave Shearer 19 Aug '19

19 Aug '19

It appears there is some interest in having a crane day in the next month or two. Please let me know ASAP if you are interested. Dave

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UPDATE On Full Moon Sail Friday
by Dave Shearer 18 Aug '19

18 Aug '19

IMPORTANT - There is a Rave scheduled at Saltaire Friday night - this means traffic to the marina will be horrific, and backed up in both directions. Please give yourself extra time for your commute (I would suggest an extra hour) Please RSVP to commodore @gslyc.org if you plan on attending (so we know how much food to prepare) GSLYC Full Moon Cruise Friday, August 16, 2019 Tired of the heat and bugs? Come join us for a relaxing full moon cruise - if you have never sailed on the GSL under a full moon, this is something you MUST experience - it is absolutely gorgeous! 7:00 pm - BBQ at the yacht club pavilion, bring a side dish or dessert to share, BYOB GSLYC members included with membership, non-members always welcome $5.00 per person 8:00 -ish - leave the marina and sail to "S" mark, where we can raft up, get to know everyone and share some good stories! 10:00 pm-ish - sail under the full moon, until you are ready to go in PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR NAVIGATION LIGHTS ARE WORKING Janet Robins GSLYC, Commodore Dave Shearer Park Manager Harbor Master Great Salt Lake State Park 801-209-9142 [skull and crossbones]

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Updates
by Dave Shearer 07 Aug '19

07 Aug '19

It looks like we have a good chance for strong northerly winds tomorrow. Northerly winds usually do not pose much of a threat to property at Great Salt Lake State Park and Marina. But it is a good reminder that windy season is just around the corner. Windy Season usually lasts from the 1st of October through May. This is also known as Frontal Season. Tomorrow's wind prediction is a great reminder to prepare your boats and property at Great Salt Lake for strong winds. Here are some tips: Secure your sails! Make sure furling genoas are tightly wrapped and that an additional halyard is wrapped around the genoa. Shredded sails are expensive. And this can also lead to a dismasting. Make sure all your clevis pins in your Standing Rigging are secured with STAINLESS STEEL cotter pins or split rings. A failure of a split ring or cotter pin can lead to a dismasting Make sure you standing rig is properly tensioned. Make sure your mainsail is put away in your boat or that it has a good mainsail cover. It also helps to wrap a line around the mainsail cover to keep it from ripping. CHECK YOUR DOCK LINES!!!!! Dock lines fail from the inside-out. Salt crystals get inside the line and chafe the core. You can't always see the damage before a failure. Secure your property! This includes checking your dock boxes, mounting bolts and lids. Also, we have had an ok water year. Boats are still getting out. The lake is not dropping as fast as normal. Get out and enjoy the lake while you can. I'm thinking the 4 foot draft boats will be able to sail all year. The 5 foot drafts or more may start experiencing difficulties getting out soon. There are some great events coming up soon. Stay tuned to the schedule on www.gslmarina.com<http://www.gslmarina.com> for these events. Thanks Dave Dave Shearer Park Manager Harbor Master Great Salt Lake State Park 801-209-9142 [skull and crossbones]

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