Washburn Marina promotes the boating lifestyle and takes a leadership position in providing clean, safe, and fun boating to our community. We strive to create an inviting atmosphere for all boaters and guests by providing the following rules and regulations for everyone’s protection. Your cooperation in observing them is appreciated.
All users of Washburn Marina agree to use the Marina and all facilities at their sole risk and assume such risk. The Marina does not assume liability for the care, protection, or security of any vessel or personal property. Users agree to make no claim against the Marina for loss of property by theft or burglary, or for accidental damage or injury to person or property at the Marina caused by acts of God or by the Marina, except in cases of gross negligence or willful misconduct.
All users keeping a boat at the Marina for any length of time agree to maintain a minimum of $500,000 liability insurance and hull insurance to the value of the vessel and its appurtenances while at the Marina, showing the Marina as additional insured on the vessel liability insurance. An active Certificate of Insurance must be on file with the Marina.
When a vessel enters the Marina, the vessel, crew, and guests must comply with the Marina Rules and Regulations. Vessels entering and moving throughout the harbor shall be under power and respect the “no wake” zone.
All slips inside the marina basin are subject to rental fees: annual, monthly, weekly, and/or daily as posted. No anchoring, beaching of vessels, or tying to the southwest breakwall is allowed except under emergency conditions. All secured vessels must check in with Marina staff upon arrival or at the earliest time of opening the following day.
Vessels shall be secured in a slip in a proper and safe manner. The Marina is under no obligation and assumes no responsibility to assure this is the case. However, any vessel discovered by the Marina to be improperly moored may be properly secured by the Marina, and the owner will be charged for any labor, lines, supplies, or equipment necessary to properly secure the vessel.
Bowsprits, boomkins, davits, or any part of the vessel may not protrude over any portion of piers. Boat length, inclusive of all ancillary equipment, may not extend beyond the finger pier by more than 5 feet and must have a beam which is 18 inches off the center line of the slip in use, either side.
Owners shall have the right to use parking areas as designated by the Marina from time to time for parking no more than two personal vehicles while on the vessel. Permission from the Marina must be obtained in advance for recreational vehicle parking for storage only at the current posted daily fee. Overnight use of recreational vehicles, campers, or tents is prohibited.
Noise should be kept to a minimum at all times. Owners shall use discretion when operating engines, generators, radios, televisions, and other equipment so as not to create a nuisance or disturbance. The hours between 10 p.m. and 7 a.m. are considered “quiet time.” Repeated violation of this rule and/or disorderly conduct will constitute grounds for eviction without refund.
The owner will provide the Marina with the necessary combination, keys, or other device to enter the vessel and keys or instructions to start the motor at all times in which the vessel is in the Marina. Vessels may be accessed and/or moved by Marina staff in the event of an emergency, for requested service work, for periodic inspection for safety and condition, to determine compliance with rules, or if the vessel presents a hazard to the Marina or other vessels.
Use of a slip for commercial purposes is prohibited unless the Marina gives written authorization. Compliance with commercial operations regulations will apply, and authorization is at the sole discretion of the Marina. Washburn Marina is primarily a recreational facility, and peaceful and safe enjoyment for all is of primary concern.
Owners shall, at all times, maintain the vessel in a safe, seaworthy condition and shall not allow it to constitute a safety hazard. If, in the Marina’s sole opinion, the condition of the vessel creates a safety hazard, the Marina may take any actions necessary to abate the hazard, including moving the vessel to another slip or removing the vessel from the Marina.
Should the Marina take any action, the owner shall, upon receipt of invoice, pay the Marina for services provided and reimburse the Marina for any costs and expenses incurred. This includes, but is not limited to, battery charger and charged batteries, automatic switch for bilge pump, proper boat wiring and shore connection, through-hull and scupper hoses and connections, fuel lines and fittings, and dock lines.
Owners are permitted to perform routine maintenance on their vessels. All work must comply with the Marina’s Environmental Best Management Practices, a copy of which is available at the Marina or by request. Any project affecting greater than 25 percent of the vessel’s surface, or sanding/grinding of any vessel surface, requires prior approval from the Marina.
Only light maintenance shall be allowed while the vessel is in the slip, and it must be performed in a manner that does not disturb, damage, endanger, or interfere with other vessels, owners, the Marina and facilities, or any natural or man-made resource.
Owners agree that no outside contractor shall work on a vessel while it is at the Marina without obtaining prior approval from the Marina and signing the Outside Contractor’s Policy agreement. Contractors or vendors may obtain permission to work on vessels in the Marina subject to conditions, regulations, insurance requirements, and administrative surcharges established by the Marina to protect the Marina and its customers.
Owners and subcontractors may be disallowed from performing work on vessels in the Marina for violation of Marina Rules and Regulations and/or the Marina’s Environmental Best Management Practices.
No “For Sale” signs or other signs or forms of advertising shall be placed on the vessel, slip, equipment, or other areas within the Marina without permission from the Marina. Approved signage must not exceed 15" x 24" and must be securely affixed to the sale item or display fixture. The Marina reserves the right to remove any non-approved sign without notice to the owner. The Marina’s address shall not be used for business purposes without permission from the Marina.
No equipment, storage boxes, steps, grills, or other items shall be placed on piers and/or walkways, temporarily or permanently, without written approval from the Marina. Dinghies, tenders, or other ancillary equipment shall be stored in a designated area or within the confines of the slip and shall not impede pedestrian, vehicular, or vessel traffic, or allow the vessel to extend beyond the 5-foot overhang allowed of the finger pier.
Owners shall maintain the slip and immediately adjacent areas in neat and clean condition. Items stored inside approved storage containers shall not be hazardous or explosive in nature.
Owners shall not secure or place any storage locker, fender material, steps, or any other fixture to piers or slips without the Marina’s permission. Owners shall not decorate, change, or make any alterations to piers or slips.
Shore power cords plugged into the Marina’s electrical service and the vessel must be properly secured to prevent draping into the water and must not cause excessive tugging or stress on the utility pedestal.
Shore power cords deemed inadequate or unsafe by the Marina will be disconnected from service. Owners will be advised of the need to replace them. Shore power cords are not to be left on the pier while the vessel is not in the slip. Cords left behind will be removed by the Marina and returned at the Marina’s convenience.
Carts are provided to Marina customers as a courtesy, and prompt return to the appropriate area is expected. For safety reasons, the Marina prohibits any person from riding in a cart.
For the protection of people and equipment utilizing the piers and docks at the Marina, fishing and the use of bicycles, skateboards, in-line skates, and other such wheeled equipment are prohibited. Swimming in the Marina is prohibited due to the dangers that stray currents present in a marina environment.
Pets shall be leashed at all times and toileted in designated grassy areas only. All pet waste must be collected and properly disposed of in a trash receptacle. Pets are not allowed in picnic areas at any time. Unruliness, excessive noise, or violations of the pet waste policy will cause a pet to be banned from the Marina.
Public spaces are available for use to all boaters utilizing the Marina. Respect of the facilities and cleaning up after individual use is expected. The Boater’s Lounge may be reserved for special functions as approved by the Marina. The lounge shall not be used for overnight accommodations. Misuse of the facilities will be grounds for excluding individuals or groups from the privilege.
The Marina shall not be responsible for utility interruptions or outages, or the results or damages caused by such events. Utilities include, but are not limited to, electric, water, Wi-Fi, fueling station, and pump-out. The Marina does not supply utilities after October 15 or before April 30 of each year.
Causing or permitting charcoal fires, gas grills, or any other type of open flame beyond the interior cabin of the vessel, on the piers, and/or in the slip is prohibited. Grill stations are provided by the Marina in designated areas on the property for use by owners when needed. Fires of any type, in any form, are strictly prohibited on shore, except those facilities provided by and approved by Washburn Marina and the Washburn Harbor Commission.
No smoking is permitted within 50 feet of the fueling pier, while onboard any vessel at the fueling pier, or within 50 feet of fuel storage tanks. Smoking includes all smoking materials and vaping products.
The Marina is a Wisconsin Clean Marina and an environmentally proactive facility. Owners and guests are asked to recycle all waste materials in the provided bins and containers. Oil absorbent material is required in the bilge.
No waste material, discharge waste, or other foreign material is allowed in the Marina’s harbor. The owner must immediately notify the Marina and the appropriate governing authority of any discharge or spill. The owner will be responsible for all fines and costs resulting from such activity. Improper discharge includes, but is not limited to, garbage, oil, fuel, sewage, and pet waste.
Violations of the above rules and regulations, or disorder, depredations, or indecorous conduct by an owner, crew, agents, or guests that might injure or annoy other persons, or cause damage to property, shall be cause for immediate removal of the vessel in question and termination of the agreement at the discretion of the Marina.
Violation of any city, county, state, or federal ordinance, statute, or regulation shall be cause for the Marina to terminate any and all agreements immediately and exclude the owner and vessel from the Marina.
The Marina reserves the right to amend or make additions to or deletions from the Rules and Regulations from time to time. Posting on premise, mailing, or emailing one copy to the owner at the address given on the agreement shall constitute sufficient notice of said changes.
Updated: 08/13/2024