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In this issue:
Letter from the General Manager
Winter Haul Out Dates
Online Winterizing Form
Service Price Lists
Winter Storage Suggestions
DIY Bubble Boat Instructions
Fall Gas Dock Hours
Annual Fall Party Information
Winter Service Promotion
Boat Doctor Shrink Wrapping Pricing
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Letter from the General Manager
As summer winds down and we welcome the crisp, cool days of fall, I’d like to take a moment to thank you for another wonderful season at the marina. It’s been a pleasure seeing so many of you out on the water enjoying everything our marina and community have to offer.
This summer brought fantastic weather, memorable events, and strong camaraderie among our members. Your enthusiasm and care for the marina made it all possible—thank you!
Please ensure you get your boat scheduled for haul-out and winterizing. Use the online form below to reserve your haul-out date. Outdoor winter storage spaces are filling up quickly. Let us know your plans so we can accommodate you.
Hopefully many of you will find the time to make it down here and enjoy the river before haul out begins. Be sure to call the office to reserve a spot for the fall party, held on Saturday September 27th. Limited space is available so it would be best to sign up early.
Our maintenance crew will begin seasonal inspections and repairs in early November. We’re already planning for next season and always welcome your feedback. If you have ideas or suggestions to improve your marina experience, please reach out—we’d love to hear from you.
On behalf of the entire team, thank you for being a valued part of our marina community. Wishing you smooth waters this fall and a safe, cozy off-season ahead.
Thanks for a great boating season.
Regards,
Scott Baken, General Manager
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Keep Up to Date on Our Prices and Services
You can visit these links to our website for our current rates. Our rates are competitive with the other marinas along the St Croix.
If you would like a detailed estimate of service work on your boat, reach out to our Service Manager, Mike Hurley.
mike@windmillmarina.com
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Winterizing & Haul Out Information
The online winterizing form has been updated this year!
Every boat in our marina needs to have a form filled out for the winter, even if we do not do your winterizing.
If you have multiple boats: fill out a form for EACH BOAT!
For DIY boaters, simply check the "DIY" box on the form and we'll know that you plan to do the work yourself.
If we do your winterizing and you need any additional service work done, you can let us know here too!
For boats being pulled out of the water and stored on land, make sure to sign up early.
Launch weeks fill up fast and are maxed out at 50 boats per week! If you fail to sign up for haul out, we will pull the boat at our convenience with an additional fee.
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Important Notice!
Windmill Marina is NOT responsible for lines, fenders, power cords or other belongings left on your boat or the dock.
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What Should You Do With Your Batteries?
Quick answer: leave them in the boat!
If we do your winterizing services, we need to run your boat. If you remove the batteries, we will have to use our shop supplies and will charge an extra $50 for your winterizing service.
Make sure your batteries are fully charged prior to storage. Good batteries are capable of withstanding winter temperatures. Windmill does not remove or store batteries when performing winterizing services. If you want to remove your battery, you will have to wait until winterizing is complete and you will need to put a hold on your shrink wrap. Boats at the marina are normally shrink wrapped shortly after they come out of the water.
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What Should You Do With The Hull Plug?
(for boats stored on the trailer)
After parking your boat and trailer in your designated spot, remove the hull plug and put it in the cup holder by the steering wheel. With excessive rain, your boat can sink on land!
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Rodents Under Wrap?
How To Keep Them Out
Shrinkwrap is a great way to protect your boat from the elements, but it can create an inviting place for rodents to venture in and make themselves at home.
While there is no way to prevent rodents entirely, there are a couple precautions you can take:
Make sure to remove all food and scented items!
Use a rodent deterrent (such as peppermint oil, dryer sheets, Irish Spring soap, mothballs or ultrasonic devices) to prevent nesting.
Remember: rat poison can pose a danger to children, pets and wildlife!
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Gas Tank:
Empty or Full for the Winter?
Our Service Department recommends filling your gas tank to a maximum of 3/4. An overfilled tank will leak fuel out the side when the weather gets warm in the spring.
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DIY Bubble Boats
If you do your own winterizing services and you are bubbling your boat (water storage) over the winter, we will notify you what slip you'll be in and it will be your responsibility to move your boat to your assigned slip.
There is a $100 fee if Windmill has to move the boat for you.
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Fall Gas Dock Hours
Our fuel dock will remain open until mid-to-late October, as the weather permits. We open every morning at 8:00AM and close at dusk. As the sun begins to set earlier, evening fuel dock hours will shorten. It's a good idea to call the office and confirm closing times before you arrive.
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Annual Fall Party
Saturday September 27th
Marina members and your guests are invited to our annual fall party. The tent opens at 5:00 and dinner will be served at 6:00. Food will be provided by Butcher Salt Food Truck.
Information will be sent shortly with more details.
Reservations can be made through the office Monday-Friday. 651.436.7744
kelly@windmillmarina.com
shelby@windmillmarina.com
Wristband required to attend!
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Winter Service Promotion
We are offering 5% off winter service work November 1, 2025 through March 31, 2026. Qualifying services include: bottom/blister repairs, bottom painting, engine repairs and replacements, transmission repairs and replacements, drive-line services, props, struts, strut bearings and fiberglass/deck/gel coat repair (sub-contracted).
Promotion does not apply to winterizing services, oil changes, tune-ups and drive services.
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5% OFF
Repairs over $5000 in labor costs
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Shrink Wrapping Services from The Boat Doctor
The Boat Doctor is the only shrink wrapping service allowed at the marina.
Boat owners are not allowed to shrink wrap their own boats or use an open flame on marina grounds. If you want to hire a different shrink wrapper, or shrinkwrap your boat yourself, you must take your boat off property to be wrapped. Once the wrap is completed, you can bring your boat back to Windmill for winter storage.
The Boat Doctor charges per foot.
Up to 23'-----$20.85
24-29'--------$23.30
30-34'--------$25.30
35-37'--------$28.15
38-44' -------$30.40
45'-49' -------$32.45
50' & up------$33.50
Door $75.00
XL Door $100.00
White Wrap $100.00
$1.00/foot recycling charge
You will be billed directly by The Boat Doctor for their services.
| | | | Disclaimer: The Boat Doctor guarantees its workmanship, but it is not responsible for vinyl enclosures, plexiglass windshields or windscreens, any equipment mounted on radar arches, hardtops, or pulpits (including but not limited to spotlights, radars, antennas, domes, glomexes, navigational lights, etc.). The Boat Doctor is not responsible for poorly maintained or aged boat components such as clear vinyl, zippers and snaps that may be past their workable life. The Boat Doctor is not responsible for how any items on the boat react to cold weather during the shrink wrap or shrink wrap removal process including but not limited to clear vinyl, zippers, snaps etc. The Boat Doctor does add ventilation to all boats but is not responsible for any issues arising from moisture. The Boat Doctor assumes all boats can withstand all aspects of shrink wrap and the shrink wrap process and is not responsible for any damage to the structures involved with the shrink wrap process including but not limited to railings, stanchions, cleats, etc. The Boat Doctor is not responsible for any damage that may occur when certain items need to be moved or that interfere with the shrink wrap or shrink wrap process including but not limited to dinghies, kayaks, jet skis, aqua mats, lily pads, etc. The Boat Doctor is not responsible for any issues arising from shrink wrap or the shrink wrap process and the various surfaces of the boat including but not limited to gelcoat, awl grip paint, stainless steel, woodwork, plastic, etc. The Boat Doctor is not responsible for acts of nature such as heavy snowfalls, high winds, etc. The Boat Doctor is not responsible for any damage that may arise on small secondary watercraft, inflatables, and dinghy’s due to the nature of how these watercraft can expand and contract with different temperatures and how they are parked under other boats that may shed snow and/or ice directly onto them. Please be aware of the added risk of cold weather to boats coming out the last two weeks of haul out or going in the first two weeks of launch. | | | | |
