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Fort Belvoir MarinaLocated on the beautiful Potomac, Fort Belvoir’s Marina offers a unique boating experience. The grand Potomac takes boaters past Mt.Vernon, the home of George Washington, and on to our nation’s capitol, offering a view of the city’s monuments and parks. For those who prefer to fish or stay close to nature, this area offers an abundance of quiet areas to relax and view eagles, herons, and other local wildlife.Take a quiet canoe ride around the immediate area to acquaint yourself with the beauty of Fort Belvoir. |
LOCATION 5465 Hudson Rd (near Mt Vernon Rd and Hudson Rd), Fort Belvoir, VA 22060 map CONTACT David Briganti (703) 781-8282 SUMMER HOURS: 15 May - 15 Sept Open Wed - Sun 9 am - 5:30 pm Closed Mon and Tues REGULAR HOURS: 15 Sept - 15 May Open Wed - Sun 8 am - 4:30 pm Closed Mon and Tues |
PAGE CONTENTS Boat Storage Registration Watercraft Registration Form Boat Ramp Courtesy Boat Weather Boat Shipping More Boating Information LINKS Boating Weather Live Weather Images NOAA National Hurricane Center NOAA Tides Online Boating Information Potomac River Yacht Clubs Boating Safety U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary D5SR DOCUMENTS Watercraft Registration Form Marina Blizzard Damage to Boats Boat Storage Registration Ship Your Boat |
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Boat Storage Registration
The 2010 Fort Belvoir Marina priority registration period will begin on 3 March 2010 and end on 4 April 2010. All current patrons must re-register during this period. Registration will be conducted on a “first come, first serve” basis, in accordance with Army Regulation 215. More information available in this Memorandum.
Watercraft Registration Form
Available here: Watercraft Registration Form
Sailing Lessons
Sailing Lessons are available through the Washington Sailing Marina! The marina is located 1 mile north of Old Town via the George Washington Parkway.
Boat Ramp Courtesy
Given the crowded conditions at boat ramps, following proper procedure and etiquette will save time and prevent unnecessary congestion.
Launching
- Prepare boat at far end of parking lot. This includes installing transom plug, raising Bimini top, loading gear, placing fenders, readying dock lines, checking fuel, finding key and turning on battery switch.
- Once you are 100% ready, get your truck in line to use the ramp.
- When it’s your turn, back down the ramp, get your boat off the trailer and quickly move your truck to the parking lot. Someone on your boat should immediately start the boat’s engine and move it aside to the waiting dock (so the next person can immediately use the ramp.)
- Do not put your boat in the water, then prepare or load it while at the ramp.
Retrieving
- Organize your gear while on the way back to the ramp area.
- Approach the ramp area, tie-off to the waiting dock (not in the ramp area.)
- Have someone get the truck and trailer from the parking lot. They should wait in the truck line until it’s your turn. Unload all boat passengers at this time.
- While one person backs the trailer down the ramp, the captain unties the boat from the waiting dock and moves it to the ramp.
- Once boat is on trailer, raise the propeller and immediately move boat to the far end of the parking lot. Remove transom plug and gear. Turn off battery. Lower Bimini top and install tie-downs. Only now is it okay to take your time.
- Do not tie boat up at the ramp and then leave to get your truck. This can enrage other boaters.
- Do not unload gear from boat while at the ramp.
- Do not boat into a ramp when other boaters are tied off and waiting. Doing so is guaranteed to cause conflict.
- Remember to be well prepared and to know your launching/retrieving routine. Do each task in the same order every time. Having a checklist allows you to quickly proceed through each task without fear of forgetting something important (like the drain plug!)
Boating Weather
Live Weather Images
NOAA National Hurricane Center
Boat Shipping
Ship Your Boat Using Your Household Goods Entitlement
Download an article on how to ship a boat to your next duty station using your household goods entitlement.
Shipping Article (Adobe PDF - 7k)
Boat Information
Visit the Potomac River Yacht Clubs
Boating Safety
BoatSafe.com
Boating Links
John's Nautical & Boatbuilding Page
The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary is a volunteer, civilian, non-military arm of the U.S. Coast Guard. It serves the general public through boating-safety classes, vessel safety checks, and safety patrols.
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary D5SR
DFMWR MISSIONS
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Arts & Crafts Center Framing Class 3rd Sat of each Month / 8 am-12 noon Basic framing techniques are taught the 3rd Saturday of the month from 8 am-12 noon. $60 includes an 8 x10 kit. The kit contains a picture, mat board, foam core, glass, molding and mounting materials as well as use of the facility. Students will go home with framed artwork ready to hang on the wall. Call 703.806.4655 for registration. ARTS & CRAFTS CENTER |
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Friday Night Bowling Special Every Friday Night / 9pm - Midnight Every Friday, bowl non-stop from 9 to midnight with shoe rental for only $12.00 per bowler. It's our Friday Night Special, aka "Customer Appreciation Fridays". Call the Bowling Center at 703-805-2991 for more information. BOWLING CENTER |
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Tennis Lessons Mondays and Tuesdays / Sept 7-30, 2010 Tennis lessons are back! Instructor is USTA / PTR certified with 5 years experience in teaching youth, Adults, beginner to intermediate/advanced. Group lessons max 8 participants. Private lessons also available upon request. Call for additional information (703) 806-5589 / 5368. • Quickstart Tennis, age 10 & under, Beginner/intermediate Monday and Tues 3:30-4:00 6 sessions Sept 7th-20th, cost $30 • Junior Tennis, ages 11-15, Beginner/intermediate Monday and Tues 4:00 pm-5pm, 6 sessions, Sept 7th-20, cost $50 • Adult Tennis, Ages 16 +, Beginner/intermediate/advanced Monday and Tues 5:00-6:00 6 Sessions, Sept 7th- 20th Cost $50 Tennis Lessons Flyer | SPORTS & FITNESS |
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Sportfishing on the Chesapeake Bay Sat / Sept 4, 2010 / 7am-3pm Departing Belvoir at 5 am & returning at 5 pm. $91 includes transportation from Fort Belvoir Outdoor Recreation (bldg. 778) and 8 hour fishing charter with rods, fishing bait, fishing license, tackle & coolers to keep your catch cold. Limited seats available - sign up today! More info or to sign up, call 703.805.1226. Sportfishing on the Chesapeake Bay Flyer | OUTDOOR RECREATION |
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Love and Logic Parenting Tues / Sept 14, 21, 28 - 2010 / 5-7pm A three night class running Tuesday nights starting on Sept 14th. This program demonstrates to parents how to educate their children with love and logic by teaching them: the 4 steps to responsibility, recognizing who has control, and also designing consequences for unpleasant behaviors. Family Advocacy Program (FAP) | ACS |
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