Celebrating the Boating Lifestyle.

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volume 36 | spring 14
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DOCKLINES
Celebrating the Boating Lifestyle.
• Hatteras 100 RPH
• Tiara 50 Coupe
• Chris-Craft Launch 32
• Pursuit ST 310 Sport
Water Stewardship, Clean Marina and more.
Port of Call: Circumnavigation of Lake Charlevoix
Notable Boaters: Henry Walstrom, Ty and Denise Wilburn
Sharing your passion for boating since 1946
AD COMING
Table of Contents
4 From the Pilot House
Walstrom 10th Annual Summer Cruise
5
While You Were Away
6
2013 Calendar
7
Celebrating Cheboygan
8
Tiara Coronet Series
10
Living the Dream Restoring the Family Heirloom
12
15
Random Thoughts from Service
Protecting Your Interest
16
SC 365i Pursuit
18
Tiara Sovran Series
20
Customer Profile Richard DeVos
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24
Lake Levels Update
Chris Craft Carina 21 Back to the Future
26
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Celebrating Over 40 Years with Walstrom
Tiara 5000 Coupe
32
Bay Harbor Update
33
Pursuit Center Consoles
37
Propellers Update
38
Previously Owned Boats
40
The Boat House of Harbor Springs
46
In Search of Bloody Longitude
48
Miami International Boat Show
49
Great Lakes Bird Deaths
50
From the Land of the Crooked Tree
51
Walstrom Appointed to MWC
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Ottawa Turns 99
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The Lonely Tiara in Kiwi Land
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Meet Rick Venner
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Passion
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DOCKLINES
Docklines is a publication of Walstrom Marine, Inc.
Editor
Assistant Editor
Contributing Editors
Courtesy Photos
Hi Stover
Anna LaRue
Ward Walstrom Jr., David Lyle,
Brian Granger, Joe Kuchnicki,
Charlie Duray,
Hi Stover, Heidi Hayner,
Heather Conaway
Rachel Parada
Stephanie N. Baker,
Harbor Light Newspaper,
Elk Rapids Chamber,
Harbor Springs Chamber,
Jackie Weber
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From the Pilothouse
W
hat a difference a year makes. Facing
record low water, the Great Lakes
boating community shifted to crisis
management mode last winter. From my office
window, the distant rock pile offshore from our
sales center docks had first become an island and
then grew into a peninsula coming from Ford
Park. The Army Corps of Engineers verified our
concern by proclaiming December 2012 was the
lowest recorded chart datum reading for Lake
Michigan/Huron since they’ve been keeping track
in the early 1900s. Dredging became the new
operative word.
Fast forward to spring 2014, and that is all
history. Blustery record winter snowfalls and the
completely frozen Great Lakes basin means water
levels are up over a foot from last winter. Couple
this with the State of Michigan’s maintenance
dredging program and boaters are now in great
shape for the summer of 2014.
Other milestones are Walstrom Marine’s
68th anniversary. In business since 1946, we
are humbled to have been serving the boating
community for all these years. Bay Harbor is also
celebrating their 20th anniversary this summer.
It’s amazing to think that 20 years ago we were
looking at a rock quarry along the shores of Little
Traverse Bay. Kudos to Victor Management
for this transformation. We are also pleased
to announce that the Tug “Ottawa” turns 100
this year. Built in Ferrysburg, Michigan by the
Johnston Brothers Boiler Co., she still calls the
Lakes her home.
With rising consumer confidence in our
improving economy, we are seeing a plethora
of new boats from our boat building partners
Chris Craft, Pursuit, Hatteras, and Tiara. You’ll
see many of these imaginative and beautiful
new designs in our showroom. New technology,
performance, and appearance packages are here
to enhance your family oriented boating. Explore
our ‘’Docklines” pages for details.
Walstrom Marine has also improved the
facilities to offer you an improved boating
experience. Our new “B” dock was installed last
summer, and look for our new “C” dock remodel.
You’ll also see that our South ‘Bird’ building has
a new roof and siding. This offers an all weather
spot for customer events and summer bike storage.
Watch for upcoming plans for North ‘Bird’.
We are fortunate in Northern Michigan to have
access to the most beautiful cruising grounds in
the country. Whether you’re taking a day trip
or a long cruise to the North Channel, we offer
convenient access from our Harbor Springs and
Cheboygan docks. You are only a few hours away
from adventures to Boyne City, Beaver Island,
Leland, and Mackinac Island. And don’t forget
the Inland Waterway up the Cheboygan River.
To quote Kenneth Grahame; “Believe me
my young friend, there is nothing-absolutely
nothing-half so much worth doing as simply
messing about in boats.”
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Summer
Walstrom 11th Annual
CRUISE
August 3-5, 2014
Recap of the 2013, 10th Annual Cruise:
Destination was Leland’s Harbor, and we were immediately
met with the small town friendliness one could only hope for.
It started out with the Harbormaster Russell Dzuba offering
gifts to every one of our cruise guests as a welcoming gift to
Leland. The first evening we journeyed just up the hill from town
to the newly renovated Leland Lodge. It was there we had the
Walstrom Cruise welcoming reception, complete with live music
carrying us into the night. There is much to do in Leland and
the surrounding area, but we also managed to schedule a wine
tour of the Leelanau Peninsula wine region on a beautiful sunny
day. We finished off the day with an Italian dinner at one of the
outstanding local restaurants. Worthy of mentioning was the
usual engine seminar after a catered breakfast, but new for 2013
we added a safety at sea session. A large group emerged, and the
subjects covered seemed to surprise many in attendance at how
much fun we had and learned.
Looking forward to 2014,
11th Annual Cruise, August 3-5th:
Destination, Boyne City, located at the far east end of Lake
Charlevoix after coming off Lake Michigan and cruising through
Round Lake. The Walstrom Cruise Team hopes to build on last
year’s event with more activities for kids and grandkids. Boyne
City has much to offer, and we have already found that welcoming
attitude that will help set the tone for another successful event.
Look for more information and sign-up starting in June.
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Dredging
MAJOR PRIORITY
for Michigan State
Waterways Commission
W
ith water levels in serious decline
in 2012, the Michigan State
Waterways
Commission
and
DNR made dredging its highest priority for
2013. The Emergency Dredging Act signed
by Governor Snyder in early 2013 allocated
almost 21 million dollars for dredging harbors
and boating access sites. Of the 55 harbors
that applied and were approved, 34 harbors
were dredged in 2013 and 21 are scheduled
to complete in 2014. This was a monumental
effort of different state departments working
together in a very short time to insure our
harbors remain open and safe for boaters for
the summer of 2013. Permit applications with
the DEQ averaged approval in 30 days or less.
The harbors in our area that were dredged
in 2013 or completing this year are Mackinaw
City, Mackinac Island, Boyne City, Cheboygan,
East Jordan, Elk Rapids, Harbor Springs,
Northport, Petoskey, Leland, St. Ignace,
and Beaver Island. Other projects funded by
Michigan Waterways in our area completed
in 2013 were a new harbor master building
in Northport and major improvements to the
Maple Bay boating access site on Burt Lake.
Members of the Waterways Commission are
Jim Hansen, Alex Declercq, Dennis Nickels,
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Gary Marowske, Denny Grinold, Nicki Polan,
R.J. Peterson, and Ward Walstrom. This
August, Harbor Springs will be one of the
grant-in-aid harbors on tour by the Waterways
Commission.
Building
Remodeled for
NEW BASIN
YACHT CENTER
The south end of the
storage building adjacent
to the basin showers has
been remodeled to create
a new yacht center for
basin boating customers.
New siding and roofing,
insulation, and 4 glass
overhead doors have been
installed. Approximately
2,000 square feet of space
is now available for boaters
in the basin to gather for
recreation. With the doors
open, the building has a
commanding view of the
harbor from east to west.
The new laundry room that
was added last summer
is part of this new center
and has a view of the west
harbor also. This building
was constructed around
l960 with the framing still
in good condition.
2014
June 13-15
Calendar Dates
BAY HARBOR IN-WATER
BOAT SHOW
MAY
May 11 Mother's Day Take Mom boating
May 24 Opening Day Bar-B-Q
JUNE
June 13-15
June 15
June 21
June 21
12th Annual Bay Harbor In-Water Boat Show
Father's Day Buy Dad a boat
First Day of Summer
16th Annual Bay Harbor
Vintage Car and Boat Festival
June 29 8th Annual Harbor Springs
Waterfront Wine Festival
JULY
July 3
July 4
July 10
July 11-13
July 12
July 19
July 25-27
Bay Harbor Fireworks
Parade and Fireworks Harbor Springs and Petoskey
D'Art for Art
Bay Harbor 20th Anniversary Celebration
91st Annual Port Huron to Mac Race
106th Annual Chicago to Mac Race
Little Traverse Bay Regatta U Gotta Regatta
AUGUST
August 3-5 Walstrom Marine Annual Summer Cruise,
Boyne City located at the far east end of Lake Charlevoix August 30 Walstrom Marine Harbor Springs
Basin Yachting Center Dedication
SEPTEMBER
September 1 Labor Day
September 23 First Day of Autumn
June 21 BAY HARBOR VINTAGE
CAR AND BOAT FESTIVAL
July 10
D’ART FOR ART
OCTOBER
October 13 Columbus Day Go for a cruise to a new destination
October 30- Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show November 3
NOVEMBER
November 2
November 4
November 11
November 27
Daylight Savings Time Ends
Election Day Veterans Day
Thanksgiving
DECEMBER
December 13 Bay Harbor Holidazzle
December 25 Christmas
December 26 Walstrom Marine Holiday Open House
Harbor Springs Showroom
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Ottawa turns
100
N E W F E R R Y B OAT
READY THIS WEEK
Steel Craft, Modern in Every Way, Launched
in Spring Lake, Holland Boat is Delivered
“The Holland Interurban’s new ferry boat, the “Ottawa” which
was built at the Johnston ship yards in Ferrysburg, was launched
last week and as soon as the finishing touches are applied will be
taken under its own power to Ottawa Beach to be ready for service
the latter part of this week. The “Ottawa” is all steel, 65 feet long
and 17.76 feet beam, especially designed to withstand listing.
The “Ottawa” will be commanded by Al Beck of Holland.”
(Grand Haven Daily Tribune, May 13th, 1914)
100 years ago a Michigan built ferry boat was put into service on
Lake Macatawa. She would later go to Lake Superior as a mail boat,
to the Arnold Line on Mackinac Island as a ferry boat, to Grand
Traverse Bay as a work boat, and come to rest in Harbor Springs,
Michigan with Walstrom Marine.
It has been our pleasure to take care of the old girl since the
1960’s. If you see the “Ottawa” in the harbor this summer, please
take a moment to wish her a Happy 100th Birthday!
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TIARA
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50
Coupe
S
eptember of 2013, the sales team from
Walstrom Marine had the pleasure of
running Hull #1 through the paces out of
Holland, Michigan, courtesy of Tiara Yachts. What
a new sensation and experience it was for even the
most avid captains on our team. You see, this was
the first boat to be introduced with the new joystickdriving by Volvo Penta. The evolution of joystick
has now gone from just a convenience at low speed
docking to the full range of speeds up to wide open
throttle. This new Volvo/Garmin developed system
is integrated so that the turn of the joystick is an
auto-pilot change in course. This is the brand new
Volvo/Garmin glass cockpit.
Walstrom’s Hull #10
Order Update:
We were pleased to find that although the
styling is a small but welcome departure from the
traditional Tiara, the seaworthiness and handling
are still battle wagon Tiara. The legendary Tiara
ride is something that once you have experienced
you wouldn’t want to give up, and with the 50 you
do not.
Fast forward to May 2014 and hull #10 arrives
in Harbor Springs. The sales team worked at the
Tiara display at both International winter boat
shows, Ft Lauderdale and Miami. We had a chance
to get to know the 50 Coupe not only through
our own eyes but those of all who toured (and
purchased) her. We embraced many suggestions that
Tiara and boat show guests had and included the
ideas of Walstrom’s 20 plus years of selling Tiaras
into Northern Michigan. We added many special
options on hull #10, consisting of additional
handrails on the hardtop for safety, teak flooring
in the main salon, additional cabinetry and storage
in Master Stateroom, and a custom paint job with
swept-up bow.
Walstrom Marine is pleased with the direction
that Tiara is going with the new Coupe designs and
how they have cleverly blended the wants of today’s
customer with the legacy of Tiara. I encourage you
to reach out to the sales team at Walstrom to learn
more today. Let our experience work for you.
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Let Experience Work for You
Who works on your boat... By Charlie Duray
Repower?
O
ver the past winter we have been busy
doing everything and anything we
can to make sure we are ready for the
boating season. This has included electronics
updates,
detailing
boats,
mechanical
ainspections, and repowering one of our 35
Tiaras. If your present boat is not running as
spryly as it once did, there is always the option
of repowering or rebuilding your present
engines. Your boat is like your second home,
and we all have remodeled our homes. So think
of a repower as a remodeling of your engine
room, only better! And with the possibility of
updated engines, props, or marine gear, you can
get an increase in speeds and/or fuel economy.
And if you would like to get the latest trend
in marine electronics, the new Garmin Touch
Screen can be retrofit into almost any dash,
with either custom polyvinyl dash panels or
a custom wood dash varnished to a glass-like
finish.
The possibilities are almost
endless.
There are advantages in dealing with a
company that has 68 years of quietly doing
business in one of the most beautiful cruising
grounds in the world. We have the facilities
and capabilities of doing things that a business
run out of a pick-up truck cannot even dream
of. Add to this ABYC Master Technicians,
NMEA Certified Installers, Garmin Certified
Installers, MRAA Five Star Certified
Dealership, Michigan Clean Marina, and
current factory training for almost all systems
on your boat, and you will see there is a clear
advantage to having Walstrom Marine Service
getting involved with your next project, big or
small, simple or custom.
Doing the repower on a 43 Tiara Open.
Removing one of the engines
from the Tiara 35.
Retrofitting new Garmin Electronics on a 47 Tiara Sovran
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BAY HARBOR
T
wenty years ago, during the summer of 1994, the ground was broken
for the start of a new community named Bay Harbor. Located on the
south shore of Little Traverse Bay just west of Petoskey on US 31,
Bay Harbor would grow over the next twenty years to become one of the most
significant destinations on the Great Lakes.
From the beginning, Walstrom Marine has been involved at Bay Harbor.
As the first Bay Harbor Lake Marina Harbormaster, Walstrom Marine
oversaw the installation of the first BHLM dock from Flotation Docking
Systems and operated the ships store. Hatteras Yachts held their Great Lakes
Rendezvous at Bay Harbor. Bay Harbor continued to grow and prosper as a
prime go-to for Great Lakes boaters.
Ten years ago, Walstrom Marine expanded our Bay Harbor presence
with the addition of our second "Propellers" boating lifestyle store. A slip
was secured for for-sale boat inventory. The Walstrom Marine brands of
Hatteras, Tiara, Pursuit, and Chris-Craft have proven to be a perfect fit for
Bay Harbor boaters.
Now, in the summer of 2014, Walstrom Marine is excited about what the
next twenty years will bring to the Bay Harbor community. We have added
an additional slip to be able to offer more new boat inventory. We also have
an extensive list of brokerage offerings directly accessible on Bay Harbor
Lake. Contact Hi Stover, Walstrom Marine Bay Harbor at 231-439-2741
for the latest availability details. And join Walstrom Marine as we offer our
congratulations to the entire Bay Harbor team and celebrate their 20th
Anniversary in 2014.
Update 2014
1994 - 2014
Bay HarBor yacHt cluB
Exquisite Dining · Weddings & Receptions · Corporate Meetings · Children’s Activities · Fitness & Family Programming
To learn more, contact
Sharyn Olliffe at 231.439.2112 · solliffe@bayharboryc.com
4300 Vista Drive Bay Harbor, MI 49770 ·bayharboryc.com
Jeanine Glenn Photography
Boutique shopping and dining in
the Village, charming hotel suites
and vacation homes, equestrian
center, deep water marina and
year round events.
All situated along five miles of
Lake Michigan shoreline.
Celebrating 20 years and
envisioning the next 20...
Kelly Kazmierski
kellyannegallery.com
This is Bay Harbor.
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Sharing your passion for
boating since 1946
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Spring Thoughts
W
hen is Spring going to show itself
in Northern Michigan? We have
had snow on the ground since
the first part of November and we have been
laughing at the fact that the temperature at 47
degrees is 77 degrees warmer than it was a few
weeks ago!! The ice is starting to get color, so
it actually may start to melt soon. But with the
ice hanging on as long as it has, we are going
to have a very short launch season, especially
since Memorial Day is a week “earlier” than it
was last year. So if your launch date has not
been nailed down, please let us in Service know
so we can have your boat ready for you to come
and enjoy. And if your plans have changed at
all, please let us know, and we will do our best
to accommodate any changes.
As we launch boats, inflatable boats become
a talking point. We have adopted the policy not
to launch your raft, unless you take your boat
to another marina or dock until you request
its launch. We have found they stay cleaner
and that most people do not want to use them
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Service
from
when the water is still too cold for swimming
or cocktail cruising. If you are planning a trip,
let us know and we will certainly have your
inflatable ready for when you take off. Inflation
of a raft is sometimes required after they are
launched. When we launch an inflatable, we
make sure the air pressures are correct. But
there are times when water temperature, and/
or overnight temps, drop significantly and the
tubes look like they were not inflated at all or
they have leaked down. Usually all it takes is
a couple quick pumps and the tubes are right
back where they should be. You can call us and
we will make sure the pressures are correct.
During the spring, canvas and eisenglas can
become brittle with the cooler temperatures.
So when you go to open up your boat, please
take the time to unfasten each snap and not
just whip the canvas to one side. This can rip
out snaps and possibly even crack the clear
panel in your enclosure. Another good habit
to develop is to lube your enclosure zippers
and snaps every so often. This increases the
life of the components, not to mention the
ease in which they operate. Canvas is expensive
enough so please take your time and be gentle.
The canvas will thank you even if the canvas
guy doesn’t.
We will be firing up the wash crew for a new
season soon after we get the launches started.
In fact most of the boats we launch get some
sort of cleaning done prior to you picking it
up. It’s something we do, especially if you had
us detail the boat during the winter months. If
you would like to get on the summer schedule
to have your boat cleaned, in and out or
outside only, or even the interior only, give us
a call and get on the schedule early while we
have spots open.
And lastly, if there is anything you may
have forgotten to tell us to get to on your boat,
make the call as soon as possible and we will do
our best to get it on the schedule.
We are looking forward to seeing all of your
smiling faces; it’s been a long winter and we are
ready for a change! Thanks, and take care.
Crossing
the Bar
an excerpt from
Alfred Lord Tennyson
Twilight and evening bell,
And after that the dark!
And may there be
no sadness of farewell,
When I embark;
For though from out our
bourne of Time and Place
The flood may bear me far,
I hope to see my Pilot
face to face
When I have crossed the bar.
The Walstrom Marine team shares in
the loss of our friends and fellow boaters,
Yvonne DeWindt, Bob LaChapelle,
Tom Hallock, Dale Hanson,
Ross Roberts, Pat DeCastro.
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“It’s All New!”
100 RPH
“I
t’s all new” at Hatteras Yachts. Last fall
Versa Capital Management, a private
equity firm based in Philadelphia,
bought Hatteras Yachts from the Brunswick
Corporation. Since then Hatteras has introduced
its new flagship, the 100’ Raised Pilot House
Superyacht. New Hatteras President John Ward
says this spectacular new yacht will serve as the
platform for the re-launching of the company.
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The 100 RPH will join her sisterships as the
new Hatteras Flagship of the motor yacht line.
With the added space, up some 20 feet from
the 80 MY, the planners and designers will
be able to expand on the already industry and
trend–setting ideas and features found on all its
models, whether they be on the convertible or
motor yacht side.
In a unique styling statement, the 100 RPH
will feature a curvy, low profile exterior designed
in collaboration with Hatteras and famed
Italian designer Enrico Gobbi and the Italybased Team For Design (T4Design).
While she may look different from the top
down, especially in the eye-catching shape of
her hardtop along with the notable pitch of the
supports, she is all Hatteras from the bottom up.
As with all Hatteras builds, the interior of
the 100 RPH will be the result of a close and
ongoing group effort between builder and owner.
The end result will be a very personal statement
of taste, design, and purpose in the overall look
of the inside, with special attention and optional
configurations taken in such intimate areas as
the master stateroom – available on the main
deck in lieu of the more traditional layout below
– as well as in the country kitchen and salon.
Hatteras Yachts. “It’s all new.”
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Circumnavigating
L A K E
M
y summer is not complete without a
trip down Lake Charlevoix. Fall is a
good time for spending a day or two
on this quiet and pretty lake with the glorious
color surrounding it. After Lake Michigan
starts to cool, Lake Charlevoix is still warm
enough for one last swim. I took that swim
October 10, 2014.
Before cruising down Lake Charlevoix, it’s
worth stopping in the port of Charlevoix. In
less than an hour, you can untie in Harbor
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C H A R L E V
Springs and tie up in Charlevoix. With a major
renovation of the waterfront, this port has
everything for a boater. New floating docks
and shower facilities, fuel, great restaurants,
shopping, and a grocery all in walking distance
make this an appealing night-over. For dining,
my favorite is the Edgewater Bistro with a
variety of tasty food reasonably priced in a
bustling atmosphere. For more refined dining,
Terry’s is also very good. Cross fish market on
Belvedere Ave. has been there since I was a kid.
If you want a little privacy, you can anchor in
Round Lake. Just watch the current. Once, I
dinghied in for breakfast only to come back and
find my boat on the other side of the harbor.
Heading down the north side of Lake
Charlevoix, some beautiful homes dot the
shore on the way to Oyster Bay. This long
narrow bay is a favorite anchorage, very
protected with good depth. About 4 or 5 miles
down is Horton Bay, a secluded harbor with
good protection. This harbor was a favorite
anchorage for our family in the ‘60’s when
mom and dad owned property including the
Horton Bay Lodge. We would swim in, walk
up the access road to the little town and stop
at the general store for a cup of coffee and
visit with Harriet, George, and Betty, the
proprietors. Last fall, on a crystal clear day in
October, I relived this memory. The new owner
offered me a cup, and I marveled at the same
paraphernalia inside the store. Horton Bay is a
magical place back in time.
O I X
The next port, Boyne City is at the bottom
of the North Arm. For many years while I grew
up, this was just an average working man’s town
with few boaters. With the development of
several key waterfront properties, Boyne City is
now a bustling port with good restaurants and
dockage close to town. A large lighthouse helps
locate the city marina. The large green space
is great for kids and running your dog. Cafe
Santé is a popular eatery with dockage, and Red
Mesa Grill serves authentic southwest chow.
As you head back up the North Arm, the old
Advance Power Plant is gone and in place is
a new and completely protected yacht basin.
Somerset is an upscale club with fine amenities
including a pool, deck bar, and restaurant.
Although this is a private club, I was able to
tie up, assuming dockage is offered to visitors,
subject to availability.
At the tip of the peninsula that separates the
north and south arm is Hemingway Pointe, a
private yacht basin with condominiums. Across
the channel at Ironton is The Landings, a
popular stop for lunch or dinner. On a hot day,
it’s packed with boats. Here you can eat a burger
on the deck in your bathing suit. Waiting first
for the Ferry to cross, you can cruise down the
South Arm. It is narrower with stately homes
with docks. At the bottom of this arm is East
Jordan. Look for the train engine that locates
the marina. The Jordan River has some good
fishing and is a beautiful canoe trip up the
Jordan River Valley.
Back up the South Arm and out on Lake
Charlevoix, you find a large dock on the shore
near Castle Farms. For several summers, a
large yacht “Global Star” was moored here.
Rounding out the lake, there are several
marinas on the west side. Irish Boat Shop has a
complete marina with slips, haul out and repair,
and storage. Irish also has another enclosed
marina to the north. Another large enclosed
basin with condo slips is Northwest Marine.
Just before the entrance to Round Lake is one
of the oldest yacht clubs, Charlevoix Yacht
Club.
Lake Charlevoix remains on the top of my
list for cruising in protected water close to
home. The warm water, variety of protected
harbors and marinas, and the surrounding hills
make this a picturesque boaters paradise.
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HENRY
WALSTROM &
JEFF RIDINGS
The beginning tradition of
Walstrom family boating
by Ward Walstrom
H
enry Walstrom, the father of Ward
Walstrom, Sr. was born in Grand
Rapids in 1894. He married Corrine
Ward in l916. Working for Judson Grocery,
Henry discovered that selling was his game
because he liked people and they reacted very
favorably to him. He then worked for Diamond
Crystal Salt Company traveling the southern
states selling salt. He astounded the salt world
by selling 67 carloads to the state of Texas.
Henry switched from salt to paper. Along
with partner Irv Quimby, he started QuimbyWalstrom Paper Company in 1949. Henry
was a city commissioner for Grand Rapids and
was a well-known “man about town.” He was
encouraged to run for the Senate, but declined
for family reasons. While delivering paper to
schools up north, Henry became acquainted
with Harbor Springs.
Jeff Ridings was Henry’s grandson. When
Jeff was just a youngster, Henry would put
him on his lap while driving up north on
the two-lane highway from Grand Rapids to
Harbor Springs. Jeff describes his grandfather
in one word: “driven.” Henry would drive his
Cadillac 100 miles an hour down backcountry
roads to get to the next town to make a sale.
Henry developed a fondness for boats.
His first boats were docked at the east end
of Spring Lake. When Ward, Sr. bought the
marina in Harbor Springs in 1946, Henry
moved his 48’ Chris Craft named “Valdemar”
north also. Jeff candidly recalls a boat trip
on “Valdemar” to Mackinac Island. On the
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return to Harbor Springs, it started getting
rough. Henry’s wife, Corrine, son-in-law
George Ridings, Jeff Ridings, and Karin
Walstrom, wanted to turn back. Insisting that
he had to get back to work in Grand Rapids
on Monday, Henry kept going. When they
reached the old lighthouse at Waugoschance,
the waves were going over the top of the
boat and into the aft cockpit. Everyone was
sick. The bilge pumps couldn’t keep up and
when they got back to Harbor Springs, there
was a foot of water over the floor in the aft
stateroom. Ward, Sr. was so concerned, he
drove his car out to Seven Mile Point hoping
to catch a glimpse of the boat off shore.
Jeff recalls another trip with Henry,
his brother, Rich, and his dad, George to
Cheboygan on “Valdemar V”, a 35’ Chris
Craft Roamer. “We stayed overnight on
the river. The boat hit some gravel and
Henry was concerned about the props.
This was around 1959. Henry tied a rope
around Rich’s and my waist and lowered
us down in the river to check the props.
They were dinged up but good enough
to run back with a little vibration.”
Henry and Corrine eventually purchased
a cottage on Pine Trail north of Harbor
Springs. Henry would drive up for the
weekend, but not without first stopping
at Kilwin’s in Petoskey for cookies. On
Sundays, Henry wore a suit and tie all day.
The “Valdemar V” was the first powerboat
that I learned to drive and care for.
On many summer afternoons, I would
chauffeur Henry and Corrine around the
harbor and out into Little Traverse Bay.
Jeff Ridings grew up in Grand Rapids also.
His first job was washing windows In 1965,
he started a roofing business putting shingles
on houses while attending the University
of Denver, where he graduated in 1969
with a degree in Construction Management
and Business. Jeff started working as an
estimator for Wolverine Construction, a
commercial building contractor. It became
one of the largest building companies for
Butler Buildings in the U.S. Later, Jeff
started selling buildings. He and his partner
bought the company and then started to lease
buildings. Jeff still owns several buildings,
including office buildings that are leased out.
The first boat Jeff Ridings drove was
Henry’s 1955 55’ Chris Craft Constellation
with three engines, the “Valdemar IV”.
That was big enough to hook Jeff on
boats for good. Jeff’s first boat was a 34’
Wellcraft Scarab he bought in 1982 from
Grand Isle and kept in Grand Haven.
His next boat was a 42’ Excalibur.
With his earlier experiences with his
grandparents and his connection to his
cousins Karin, Fred and Ward, Jr., Jeff moved
his boat to Harbor Springs. At that time,
he had a 39’ Sea Ray. His next boat was a
42’ Sea Ray with diesels. In 1991, Jeff and
Kim started spending more time in Harbor
Springs. He moved up to a 50’ Sea Ray in
1995. In 1999, he bought a 58’ Sea Ray
and in 2001, a 29’ Tiara from Walstrom
Marine. In 2013, Jeff and Kim purchased
a 39’ Tiara also from Walstrom Marine.
Jeff met Kim while working at Wolverine.
They married in 1992. Kim got her
construction management degree from Ferris
with an associate degree in architectural
drafting. Kim did construction estimating
for Meijer stores for approximately
5 new stores built every year.
It has been indeed a pleasure to have
our cousin Jeff and Kim on our dock. They
continue the Walstrom family tradition of
boating that began with Henry Walstrom.
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WALSTROM
MARINE
CLEAN MARINA
Best Management
Practices
Walstrom Marine is proud to be part of the
Michigan Clean Marina Program, an effort
in prevention and reduction of pollution
from marinas and the recreational boating
community. The purpose of this program is to
promote clean water and fresh air by providing
best management practices, compliance
and technical information, and educational
material to marina operators and boaters.
• Fuel dock staff is trained annually on proper
fueling procedures and handling fuel spills.
• Site planning, dredging, construction, and building
materials designed to minimize the impact on
lake water, erosion, and the environment.
• Signs, posters, and subcontractor regulations
informing boaters about Michigan Clean
Marina and Best Management Practices
are posted throughout the marina.
• Natural features such as vegetation,
drainage and runoff areas are utilized to
minimize impact of storm water run off.
• Maintenance and repair facilities are restricted
to designated areas to control waste and
pollution and are located away from the water.
• Haul out catch basins are filtered to remove solid
particles from bottom washing before entering lake.
• Biodegradable cleaning products such as
vinegar, baking soda, borax, and hydrogen
peroxide are used in boat cleaning.
• Painting and coating operations are restricted
to designated shop, booth, or covered areas
to minimize impact on the environment.
• Hazardous materials are stored in containment
cabinets or off water locations
• Used oil, fuel, solvents, antifreeze, and hazardous
waste is properly disposed at off –water site with
containment and removed by licensed contractor.
• Spill response equipment is readily
available to contain oil or fuel spills.
• Containers for recycled waste, such as plastic,
paper, and metal, are provided and materials are
transferred to Emmet County Recycle Center.
• Discharge of head waste is strictly prohibited
and pump out facilities are readily accessible.
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• An Emergency Plan has been implemented
and diagrams with exits, fire equipment, utility
locations are posted inside all building doors.
• Boaters are encouraged to maintain boat bilges,
keeping clean, and use of absorbent materials
and biodegradable cleaning products.
WALSTROM MARINE RE-CERTIFIED
FOR CLEAN MARINA
Walstrom Marine’s Harbor Springs facility was
inspected in October, 2013 and re-certified as
a Michigan Clean Marina receiving 100% on
both mandatory and recommended sections.
This was the third time the marina has become
certified beginning in 2005 when they were
one of the first in the state. Dick Babcock,
Certification Specialist, stated after his review,
“Walstrom Marine takes their Clean Marina
involvement very seriously. Ward Walstrom and
the staff are proactive with regard to meeting
and exceeding Clean Marina best management
practices and certification requirements.
Their dedication to the principles of the Clean
Marina Program are clearly evident and spill
over into other aspects of their business.”
Pills flushed and thrown in the
trash get into our waterways
and can harm fish and wildlife.
Put your pills in the POD.
Trident Funding Corporation
MICHIGAN BOATING
INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION
Secures Tax on the Difference
for Michigan Boaters
Gov. Rick Snyder signed into law bills that will reduce taxes
for people who trade in a car, boat, or RV when purchasing a new
or used model out of dealer inventory, thus boosting Michigan's
economy while maintaining fiscal responsibility. The bills,
commonly called "sales tax on the difference" (STOD) will also
benefit Michigan boat dealers, consumers and marine industry.
Bill language may be found in Enrolled Senate Bill 89 (which
now becomes part of Public Act 160 of 2013)
The most important part of the bill resides within section (xi),
which pertains directly to watercraft: "Beginning November 15,
2013, credit for the agreed-upon value of a titled watercraft
used as part payment of the purchase price of a new titled
watercraft or used titled watercraft if the agreed-upon value is
separately stated on the invoice, bill of sale, or similar document
given to the purchaser", David Lyle, current MBIA Northern
Region Director reports. For example, a boat is purchased from
a dealer for $100,000 less a $60,000 trade. Sales tax is paid
on the $40,000 difference, saving the buyer the $3,600 from
the $60,000 that was previously included. We are happy to
share the details of this positive new law with you.
ALEX CANNON
Specialists in Yacht Financing
“We are proud to be Walstrom Marine’s
preferred choice in marine lending.”
Vincent S. Luzietti, Vice President
Trident Funding, Inc.
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or over 140 years, Chris-Craft has been
the leader in product design, innovation,
quality and craftsmanship in the
premium boat and yacht building industry. For
generations, Chris-Craft has captivated those
with an appreciation for the finer things, with
exceptional style, seaworthy functionality and
attention to the smallest details. Chris-Craft
is known and respected for their unwavering
dedication to what is best in boat building. Last year, Chris-Craft introduced their new
vertical-bow series of boats, the Carina 21 and
Capri 21. Successfully combining elements from
the historical vertical bow boat designs of the
past with the latest manufacturing technologies
and materials, the Carina and Capri are the
latest success stories from Chris-Craft. The
boats have been so sought after that hull #1 of
the Capri was custom built for a Walloon Lake
family and will be seen this summer, quietly
cruising or moving quickly around Walloon's
beautiful waters.
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Walstrom Marine has a great offering of new
Chris-Craft boats headed our way this spring.
At the longer end of the lineup is the Launch
32. The Launch 32 brings traditional ChrisCraft style and performance to a 32' open
bow design. Powered by twin Volvo 380hp
I/Os, she's quick and quiet and offers plenty
of lounging space and comfort. There's a head
in the port console and a berth to starboard
providing all the necessities for an extended day
on the water.
The middle of the lineup is again taken by
the Launch 25, our most popular Chris-Craft.
Presented in the popular flag blue hull with red
boot stripe, she carries on the style and tradition
of recent Chris-Crafts. We will also be receiving
our first available Capri 21. With a teak covered
closed bow and a painted graphite metallic hull,
she will be a beauty.
Our most unique Chris-Craft for this year
(so far) is the Catalina 23 Center Console. The
Catalina Series of center consoles combines
Chris-Craft's well known rugged construction
with a flare that isn't typically seen in the center
console category. We are particularly impressed
with the extensive seating options aft, forward,
and at the helm. Many times, centers of this size
have a leaning post while the Catalina 23 has
a proper seat. The forward seating converts to
a sun pad. And the head compartment has easy
access through a hatch that opens wide. With an
eye toward convenience and low maintenance,
we have selected PlasTeak synthetic teak to
round out the package. You are going to love it!
Contacting your Walstrom Marine broker
sooner rather than later would be a good idea.
These newest Chris-Crafts won't belong to
Walstrom Marine for long.
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Propellers UPDATE
Propellers is looking forward to an exciting
season this year. We have added some new
brands and planned a few great events to
make this season the best yet.
P
ropellers is welcoming many new and
exciting products to their offerings. The
children’s department will be expanding
with the addition of Nautica for kids. We will
have boys and girls Nautica apparel from sizes
2-10. We are eager to have your little ones
looking stylish. Another exciting addition this
year are the rigging line belts from Maine. They
are Crafted with real rigging line, backed by high
quality leather and complemented by a solid
brass compass buckle. These nautical belts are
unique in the market and complete the look of
our resortwear style. Propellers has also added
a new handbag line for our ladies. Perfect for
everyday use, TOSS Designs makes totes and
handbags in fun and bright prints to accent any
summer outfit.
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You will not want to miss a day in June at
Propellers. We are giving away a bag of goodies
all month long for our “30 Days of Giveaways”
event. Sign up at both stores daily to win a tote
bag full of swag.
Our staff is ready to provide you with an
exceptional shopping experience on every visit to
our stores. Let us help you with all your shopping
needs this season. Whether it’s a gift for someone
special or something for you, Propellers has what
you’re looking for. We stock everything from
local cruising guides and life jackets to totebags
and shoes. We offer a variety of nautical inspired
gifts and accessories as well as mens, ladies and
childrens clothing. Propellers is a one stop shop
for the boating enthusiast.
We can meet your every need for a day on the
water or on the town.
Both stores open daily
(extended hours throughout the summer months)
HARBOR SPRINGS
10:00 to 6:00 | Sundays 11:00 to 4:00
BAY HARBOR
10:00 to 6:00 | Sundays 10:00 to 4:00
Want to see what else is happening at Propellers?
Become a fan on Facebook. We update our
Facebook page daily with the latest in shipments,
events, promotions and markdowns. Both
Propellers stores sell gift certificates and special
order items to fit your personal needs. Need to
call us? Harbor Springs store 231-526-6885 or Bay
Harbor store 231-439-2740.
Welcome
NEWS FROM RIVER TOWN
Spring!
T
he arrival of
spring was a long-awaited gift for
most this year. Warm breezes, budding flowers
and trees, green grass and singing birds had a
rejuvenating effect on souls weary from the long,
cold winter. The rays of sunshine glimmering
on the Cheboygan River radiated the potential
for gorgeous days. Each time the clanging bell
signaled the opening of the drawbridge or the
Travelift rumbled into action, the welcome sounds
of boating season resonated along the riverbank.
As the temperature began to warm, the boats were
commissioned and brought out of their state of
“hibernation”. The term ‘hibernate’ is defined as
‘spending the winter in close quarters in a dormant
condition’. Indeed, the boats were dormant in the
aspect that they were not being used and enjoyed
by their owners, but there was definitely a flurry of
activity on and around them.
Throughout the winter, our staff worked
diligently to maintain your vessel, and to achieve
your mechanical, electrical and cosmetic goals.
The renovation of the former cold storage
building to heated storage allowed work to be
done on the boats in that building year-round,
and afforded us the opportunity to accommodate
several people who had been on our heated
storage waiting list. Once again, Evan Price
worked his logistical magic to create a most
efficient
layout by moving the
lower-profile boats to the newly heated
building which has slightly shorter doors.
We welcomed technician Chris McConnell as
the newest member of the Cheboygan Walstrom
Marine family in June of 2013. His past work
history includes working for Comcast, where
he was a cable installer for internet networking,
digital television and telephone systems. An avid
fisherman, Chris is rigging his own boat, a 1986
Four Winns 267 Quest named Fish Factory,
for charter fishing adventures. Chris graduated
from the marine mechanics training program
with a 4.0 grade point average. In addition to
his technician duties and assisting with haul out
and launch, he also helped to polish and wax
boats during the winter months. Chris attended
ABYC systems school and gained additional
knowledge in how all the systems on a boat are
linked and how to identify problems before
they become safety issues. He earned his ABYC
Marine Systems certification in December.
Tim Burdick attended several training sessions
during the winter. He first went to ABYC Marine
Electrical training and earned his certification
after learning troubleshooting procedures for
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electrical issues,
as well as best practices for
installation. Next, he was enrolled in Yamaha
Electrical training, which was a follow-up to
the Yamaha Systems training he attended last
year. Finally, in March, he attended Volvo Penta
training in Ontario for further education in the
diagnosis and repair of electrical systems and
controls on Volvo engines. He also participates in
required e-learning classes to keep current in his
knowledge of Volvo Penta and Yamaha systems.
Dana Chapman attended DEQ Industrial
Storm Water Certified Operator training, a
one-day class required for all companies that
discharge storm water into a Michigan waterway.
The class covered administrative requirements
and good housekeeping practices to ensure
compliance. This is of utmost importance to
Walstrom Marine, as both our Cheboygan
and Harbor Springs locations are designated
as Clean Marinas. Dana also went to ABYC
Systems training with Chris McConnell. The
one week class encompassed a broad range of
marine systems, including fuel, head, electrical,
dewatering and LP systems. A large portion
of the class was spent discussing the dangers
of an improperly wired AC system and the
measures to prevent AC voltage from being
leaked into the water. Upon completion of
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Walstrom Marine’s Hull #14
2014
TIARA 3900
I
ntroducing the first Tiara Yacht painted
with a beautiful Blue Crystal Imron hull
finish. Walstrom Marine is very excited
with the delivery of hull #14, 3900 Coronet
built by the Tiara Yachts craftsman located in
Holland, Michigan.
Over the decades of selling a high quality
boating experience to our customers, the crew
at Walstrom Marine has learned a few things
along the way. Those ideas and techniques are
passed on to the boats we continue to deliver to
our customers.
For example, the canvas backdrop on the
3900 was made to our specs out of the new
polycarbonate window material. It offers
perfect visual clarity and the ability to slide
the door to the side instead of rolling up and
snapping straps around it.
Walstrom Marine installed the very latest
in the Garmin technology instrumentation by
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one of our ABYC certified technicians. Not
only does Garmin warranty back them, but also
Walstrom Marine takes ownership of a job well
done. Ask us to show you what we do to provide
the best installation possible. We run the boats
and determine the best powerplant for the
Coronet
end user based on performance and economy.
Sometimes bigger is not better; you wouldn’t
want to waste dollars on the wrong powerplant.
Those dollars are better spent on reverse cycle
heating and cooling not only in the cabin but
up in the upper cockpit area where you spend
much of your time. This is the area that is to be
enjoyed at the fullest, after all.
Walstrom Marine is not content to stand still
in an advancing world and has embraced new
and exciting improvements that have become
available in today’s marketplace.
In our beautiful northern clear waters we can
often see to the bottom; why not embrace the
new underwater lighting technology that lets
you light up the waters off the stern at night?
We have found the marine sisal carpeting
cushions the feet and is pet friendly. Easy
cleanup, especially when compared to carpet of
the past. We upgraded the stereo system so that
you can listen to your music with full clarity
and depth; just plug-in your phone or MP3
player.
For those that want to enjoy a little private
sunshine, the optional table in the lower
cockpit easily converts into a sunpad. The table
drops down with the twist of a handle, easy! We
mustn’t forget to mention the optional, and
very practical, electric grill located outside in
the lower cockpit. Don’t want to look at it when
not in use, no problem, it has a fiberglass cover
that hides it away and enhances the clean lines
of Tiara.
The list goes on: icemaker, gorgeous solid
teak flooring, mahogany steering wheel, oil
changing system, bow thruster, to name a
handful. Contact a member of the Walstrom
Marine sales team today to find out more about
our hull #14 of the successful and desirable
Tiara 3900 Coronet. Boating at its finest.
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Customer Profile
Bluegrass
NORTH
Ty & Denise Wilburn
From the Big River
to the Big Lake
By Ward Walstrom
D
enise Wilburn’s parents had an old
30’ Chris Craft wood cabin cruiser
on the Ohio River near Louisville,
Kentucky. On weekends, the family would go
up and down the river and pull the boat up on
a sandy island. They also had a cabin on the
river. Denise’s mom would take the kids to the
cabin on her way to work. Later, they moved to
another cabin on a lake outside of Louisville.
This was the beginning of an adventure at sea
for Denise.
Ty Wilburn is also a Louisville native. He
started boating with his aunt and uncle. In
1959, at the Chicago boat show, they bought
a 35’ Drifter Cruise houseboat. They kept
the Drifter Cruise on the river close to where
Denise and her family kept their boat. But at
that time, Ty did not know Denise. During the
summer, Ty spent many weekends on this boat.
When Ty was 12, he bought a canoe that he
paddled up and down the river with his brother.
With high water, logs, and strong currents,
canoeing on the Ohio was hazardous. But
that didn’t stop Ty. He was hooked. At 23, Ty
bought his first powerboat, a 19’ Sea Ray.
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In l997, after a friend told him about
boating out of Grand Haven, Ty decided
to check out the big lake. Ty drove his car
around Lake Michigan exploring different
ports with the goal of picking one. His search
up the west coast included Traverse City, Elk
Rapids, Charlevoix, and Harbor Springs. Ty
was looking for a cool summer harbor in the
north half of the state that was accessible by
car. He also desired a place to dock his boat
for the season with a marina to buy, store, and
service his boat. His friend had a 27’ Tiara
that appealed to Ty. A Walstrom Marine ad in
a newspaper caught his interest, so he traveled
to Harbor Springs to look at Tiaras. He found
Walstrom, a full-service marina, to be exactly
what he was looking for. But six months later,
he became a stay-at-home dad and had to
postpone things for a couple of years.
Ty met Denise at Humana, where they both
worked. “When I had my daughter in school,
I met Denise at a fundraiser. Denise and I
married in 2001, built a home in Birchwood
and took delivery of our first Tiara, a 35 Open.
Over the next 13 years, we purchased 9 boats.
In 2002, I started another company. That year
we upgraded to a 38’ Open.”
Ty and Denise have been loyal to Walstrom
Marine from the time they first came to
Harbor Springs. They buy their boats from
Walstrom, keep two slips on D dock, and have
had Walstrom Marine store and service all
their boats. “We like Walstrom because they
have everything to satisfy our boating needs
and are located in the best boating area in
the Great Lakes. Denise and I live on board
and like Harbor Springs because it has great
restaurants, grocery stores, and shops close
to our boat. We have also made many great
friends. We are close to other ports with great
harbors and restaurants too. If we want, we
just untie and head 5 miles to Bay Harbor for
dinner or 18 miles to Charlevoix for the night.
But if we don’t feel like going anywhere or the
wind is blowing a Northwester, we have the best
harbor on the Great Lakes. It’s like being on
our own island with a commanding view of the
harbor and the lights of Petoskey at night.”
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The MSU
Connection
By Ward Walstrom
T
here is a special and most unusual
connection between Walstrom Marine
and Michigan State University that goes
back to 1937. It began when Ward Walstrom,
Sr. attended MSU from 1937-1941. Ward was
a quarterback for the 1937 freshman football
team. It was at MSU where he met his future wife,
Roma. And it was at MSU where Ward met his
future partner in business, Paul Griffeth. Both
Ward and Paul played football for MSU and
became roommates. When they graduated in
1941, they both went off to the war. After the
war, they became partners in Walstrom -Griffeth
Boat Company.
Along with MSU, the Walstrom family was
connected to John Hannah. Dr. Hannah was
president of Michigan State from 1941 to
1969. Ironically, in Hannah’s first year, Ward,
Sr. graduated, and in Hannah’s last year, Ward,
Jr. was a freshman. The Hannah family spent
summers in Good Hart, north of Harbor Springs.
Dr. Hannah raised cattle on a farm above the
bluff in Good Hart. His goal was to raise cattle
on grass only without grain. The Hannah’s also
had a cottage on the shore at Good Hart. Hannah
was totally involved and enmeshed in MSC
football. Before WWII, Hannah would bring all
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the seniors on the MSC football team up to the
cottage after the season’s final game for some
fishing and bonding. Walstrom and Griffeth were
among the players on the first trip and Hannah
introduced them to the area. This was most
likely the first time Walstrom and Griffith came
to Harbor Springs. After the war, they started
the marina in Harbor and Hannah, given his
trouble with machines, depended on them for
help with his outboard motor. Every 4th of July,
our family would take the Hannah’s out on a boat
to watch the fireworks in the harbor. I remember
Dr. Hannah sitting in his chair next to the stone
fireplace in the cottage and me being scared of the
big bear rug on the floor.
While John Hannah was president, MSU grew
from 6,000 students to nearly 40,000. During
his term, MSU changed from a college to a
university and built the largest student residence
system in the country. Also during his tenure,
a medical college was established and Adult
Education and International Programs were
greatly expanded. MSU became a major research
university while Hannah was president.
In 1958, John Hannah, serving as chairman of
the U.S. Civil Rights Commission, began looking
for hotel rooms in Montgomery, Alabama for the
commission’s first hearing. The hotels refused to
accommodate a mixed racial group. Hannah then
approached the officer’s quarters at Montgomery
Air University. Citing public relations, the base
commander refused to house the group also.
Hannah appealed to Secretary of the Air Force
and Secretary of Defense and was rejected. At this
point, Hannah, normally a mild mannered man,
became an angry man. He called the man who
appointed him, President Dwight Eisenhower.
Immediately, a directive was issued to allow
Hannah’s group to stay at the air school.
The second Walstrom generation all attended
MSU. Karin, 1961-65, was a music major and
lived in Yakely Hall. Karin would occasionally
stop at the president’s residence near the music
building and play the piano for Mrs. Hannah.
Fred, a civil engineering major, attended from
1964-69 and was a member of Delta Tau Delta
fraternity. Ward, Jr., a business major, attended
from 1968-72 and was also a Delt.
Dave Lyle, President of Walstrom Marine,
attended MSU from 1968-72. Dave met Ward,
Jr. in the fraternity and they became roommates.
When Dave and Ward graduated, Ward went back
to work at the marina and Dave took a year off
sailing around the great circle. In 1981, Dave
sailed into Harbor Springs and in the fall, started
his long career at Walstrom Marine.
The connection gets even more bizarre.
Another MSU fraternity brother, Bob Bolline,
through Ward, became captain for WM customer,
Louis Sudler on his 76’ yacht, “Paggliacci.” In
l983, Bob, his wife, Mary Alice, and Ward set
up Ward’s mom and Bob’s dad on a blind date.
Shortly after, Bob and Ward became stepbrothers
with the marriage of Roma and Emil Bolline.
For many years, Gerald Park taught electrical
engineering at MSU. Jerry and his family kept
their boat, “Kama Bay” with Walstrom Marine in
Harbor Springs. Jerry and his sons installed and
serviced marine electronics for many Walstrom
Marine customers during the summer months.
The third generation to attend MSU were
Grant Walstrom, communications major,
graduating in 2012, and Madeline Walstrom,
art major, who is presently a junior. Christine
Stillings attended MSU in 2006 and 2007.
Our favorite place to stay at MSU is the Kellogg
Center where Zach Smith, a very personable front
desk attendant is there to greet us with his warm
smile and gracious hospitality.
Another customer and friend connected
Walstrom Marine to MSU. John Demmer
attended MSU in 1939 where he met his wife
Marnie. Demmer took his flight training from
Dick Marsh, John Hannah’s pilot. Marsh would
fly Hannah to Harbor Springs and Demmer
would fly along as co-pilot. In the 1980’s,
Demmer introduced football coaches Muddy
Waters, George Perles, and various others to
Walstrom Marine. Demmer brought the MSU
football coaching staff to Harbor Springs for its
annual family retreat. The Ottawa was called in
to service for this event and has been entertaining
the coaches including Mark Dantonio and his
staff. Coach Dantonio has brought prominence
to the MSU’s football program with a victory in
the 2014 Rose Bowl.
Lou Anna Simon became the 20th president
of Michigan State University in 2005. An MSU
graduate, she began a career at Michigan State as
the assistant director of the Office of Planning
and Budgets after earning her Ph.D. in l974. As
president, Simon has engaged Michigan State
University in a strategic and transformative
journey to adapt the principles of the land-grant
tradition to twenty-first century challenges. Simon
is a member of the Council on Competitiveness,
a nonpartisan, nongovernmental organization
working to ensure U.S. prosperity, and serves on
the National Higher Education Security Advisory
Board. Under her leadership, MSU has expanded
its research in biofuels and green energy, medical
technology, physics and rare isotopes, safe water,
and agriculture to address world hunger. Through
nearly $500 million annually in externally
sponsored research, Simon is ensuring that
Michigan State University makes a significant
difference in the state, nation, and world.
Both presidents Hannah and Simon are
brilliant in a modest, unpretentious way. Both
hold on to old-fashioned values and yet seek a
wide-open vision for the future of education. John
Hannah, a humble farmer, took the small landgrant college and opened the doors to the masses
of young people looking for a good education.
Today, Lou Anna Simon is taking MSU to the
next level as a world-class university.
Walstrom Marine is proud of its unique
connection to MSU through family, friends,
and presidents Hannah and Simon. Walstrom
Marine’s blood runs deep Spartan green
surrounded by Michigan’s clear blue water. The
connection to MSU has greatly enriched the
business and culture of Walstrom Marine and
broadened the lives of the Walstrom family.
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SNEAK PEEK
Hull #1 of the New Tiara 44 Coupe
The 44 is the second introduction after
the recently launched 50 by Tiara of
the all new Coupe series. New features
include a galley up and aft design
with a large spacious salon offering
abundant natural light and views. This
sneak peek of hull #1 shows off the
legendary Tiara seaworthy design.
Look for an introduction at the fall
International Ft. Lauderdale Boat Show.
Your Walstrom Marine sales team
would love to discuss this brand new
introduction in full detail. Call today!
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Visit us in a port-of-call near you.
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HomeServices - Michigan Real Estate. When the most respected brand in the world, Berkshire Hathaway, puts a name
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HARBOR SPRINGS OFFICE
102 E. Main Street
Harbor Springs, MI 49740
(231) 526-9800
Visit us online at bhhsmi.com
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Manufacturers of simple joys.
L
ong distance cruises and faraway places
are a passion of many Great Lakes
boaters. Another side of boating that
many fresh water boaters are looking to is the
simplicity of center consoles.
Pursuit’s current center console lineup
starts with the C-230. (Remember the more
than “epic” 304 miles in 4 days summer cruise
to the North Channel and back. Big seas and
distance were all taken in stride with this
proven 8’6” beam hull. The C-230 is a great
boat for the Harbor and Little Traverse Bay;
going swimming at the State Park, tubing, or
rigging up for salmon, the 230 can do it all.
Next step the C-260. Simplicity and
sea worthiness in a yacht qualify finished
package. Last year’s C-260 was bought by a
very knowledgeable bit boat owner and then
thoroughly tested by his family. The fun factor
was over the top! If you listened to channel
16 at all, this boat was out checking out the
Harbor and Little Traverse Bay and hailing
back to the mother ship. I am not sure there
is VHF coverage from Wisconsin to Harbor
Springs but don’t bet on this C-260 not
visiting offshore places.
The S-280 and C-280 share a common
9’6” hull. With a fuel capacity of 220 gallons
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and a fast cruise range of over 300 miles can
you say “lunch in Door County?” Our stock
boat (we have one S-280 sold and one on
order) will be the S model. The gunwale to
gunwale width hardtop on the S-280 provides
great protection from the elements and when
the weather turns foul the optional canvas
gives you great protection from blowing
seas. The forward hinged head door opens to
provide more than adequate changing room
and storage below.
The ultimate center console style boat by
Pursuit is the Sport Tender 310. There is
forward seating for all your friends for an
evening cruise around the Harbor and even
more seating in the aft deck. Three wide helm
seats are tucked behind a tall windshield for
captain and crew on those offshore runs.
Below is way more than just a head, storage
and room to change. A couple of years ago
some friends took their 310 on a cruise from
Harbor Springs to the east coast, through the
Trent Severn Waterway.
To take a look at either the S280 or ST 310
give us a call or stop by. We would be happy to
show you the benefits of simplicity.
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TIP OF THE MITT
WATERSHED COUNCIL
Keep our
Drinking Water
CLEAN
M
edicines are produced and prescribed
in increasing volumes every year.
Thousands of tons of pharmaceuticals
are used across the globe, and Americans alone
fill more than three billion prescriptions a
year. Considering that four out of five people
leave a doctor's office with a prescription, one
can imagine how much of that medication
potentially is being thrown away improperly;
especially when twenty to sixty percent of
prescription medications go unused and are
eventually disposed of.
With more than 30 million people living
around the Great Lakes, an untold number of
them flush unused and expired medications
down the toilet every day. These medicines
end up at sewage treatment plants or in septic
systems that are not designed to remove them.
We have more than 1,400 wastewater treatment
plants in the U.S. and Canada that discharge
4.8 billion gallons of treated effluent into the
Great Lakes basin every day. Only about half of
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the prescription drugs and other newly emerging
contaminants in sewage are removed by
treatment plants; the rest end up in our waters.
What exactly does the mean for you and me –
it means we have widespread contamination of
our waterways by pharmaceuticals. Over 80% of
waterways tested in the United States show traces
of common medications such as acetaminophen,
hormones, blood pressure medicine, codeine,
and antibiotics, according to a study by the U.S.
Geological Survey. Next, we learned from a
2008 investigation by the Associated Press that
there were drugs in the drinking water supplies
of 41 million Americans.
Although these emerging contaminants are
being found at very low levels – in parts per
trillion – we don’t know their long-term effects.
Science knows what the benefits of these drugs
are to those who need them, but we don’t know
the long-term effects to populations that were
never intended to ingest those compounds over
long periods of time. Many animals get a daily
dose of drugs at their local watering hole and,
even worse, fish and other aquatic animals live in
a pharmaceutical brew. Some of these chemicals
interfere with or mimic natural hormones
and disrupt reproduction, development, and
behavior of fish and other organisms.
With trace amounts of all those
pharmaceuticals showing up in the planet's
largest source of fresh surface and drinking
water, it is time we dispose of medicines in a
different way.
Pouring them down the drain is basically the
same as flushing them away. No good. Throwing
them in the trash isn't good either. Children or
pets might get to them accidentally or adults
with drug abuse problems could get to them on
purpose. Not to mention that throwing medicine
in the trash only delays the pharmaceutical
chemicals from reaching groundwater or rivers
and lakes. Leachate from landfills is collected
and piped or trucked to wastewater treatment
plants before it is discharged into nearby rivers
and lakes. So regardless of the pathway - effluent
from treatment plants, septic systems, and runoff
and groundwater from uncontrolled landfills –
medicines are still entering our waterways.
So, what should you do with unwanted and
unused medications? The best solution is to
dispose of old and expired medications through
Northern Michigan’s Prescription and Overthe-Counter Drug Dropoff (POD) Program.
The POD Program is a multicountywide medication drug-take back initiative to
provide a convenient and environmentally
sound way for residents to properly dispose of
medications. Currently, the POD Program
includes community collection events in
Antrim, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, and Emmet
Counties. The POD Program also includes
over 20 permanent collection drop boxes at
law enforcement agencies throughout Northern
Michigan. Residents may safely dispose of
prescription, over-the-counter pharmaceuticals,
and personal care products for free and the
POD Program is the only program in Northern
Michigan that can accept and dispose of
controlled substances.
By using the POD Program and properly
disposing of unwanted pharmaceuticals and
drugs, you will help us keep our rivers and
drinking water clean and our communities and
families safe.
The Ultimate Homeport
The Boathouse of Harbor
Springs is conveniently located in
the heart of downtown Harbor Springs,
with a variety of shopping and restaurants nearby. The Boathouse offers 62
exclusive slips — some covered and
protected, others open with spectacular
views. Quaint and eloquent, yet bursting
with the rustic charm of boathouses of
a bygone era, the Boathouse of Harbor
Springs is the Great Lakes’ newest
yachting club and destination.
• Covered and uncovered memberships
available from 42 feet, starting at
$200,000
• On site fuel, with discount for members
• Priority service from Walstrom Marine
• Private indoor and outdoor vehicle
parking in downtown Harbor Springs
• Large covered waterfront event center
for elegant parties and celebrations
• Pump-out conveniently located near
each slip
• Clubhouse with kitchen, boater’s
lounge, dining room, and board room
• Lunch and dinner served daily on the
club deck
105 Bay St, Harbor Springs, MI 49740 • 231-526-0800
www.boathousehs.com
A PREMIER
Yacht Club
on the Great Lakes
N
ow in its fifth season of operation,
The Boathouse of Harbor Springs has
become one of the premier yacht clubs
on the Great Lakes. At press time, only seven
memberships remain available in this exclusive
club.
Arguably one of the most unique pieces of
property on Lake Michigan, The Boathouse of
Harbor Springs consists of 62 slips. The club
boasts nearly 50 slips undercover, allowing
members to safely and securely keep their boats
out of the sun and elements when not in use. This
translates into less time covering and uncovering
your boat and more time spent enjoying the water
with friends and family. Additionally, the larger
and newly rebuilt uncovered slips offer great
views of Harbor Springs and Little Traverse Bay.
Aside from being a great place to keep a
boat, The Boathouse also offers numerous onshore amenities. The club offers private, gated,
indoor parking to keep your car out of the
elements whether you’re taking the boat out,
or headed to downtown Harbor Springs for
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shopping or dining. Additionally, this covered
parking area can be easily transformed into an
elegant setting for large or small parties and
receptions. Furthermore, there is an on-site fuel
dock staffed and operated by Walstrom Marine,
with a discount for members. The clubhouse
features a kitchen, board room for meetings, and
private dining space. The Boaters’ Lounge is the
epicenter of the club and was recently remodeled
and has lockers available for members to store
refreshments and glassware. Stafford’s Pier
Restaurant also offers lunch and dinner service
daily throughout the summer on the lounge
deck.
Throughout the summer, The Boathouse
hosts numerous events. The club hosts informal
social gatherings for members, family, and
friends on Friday nights, and the fifth annual
Boathouse Lobster Boil is scheduled for July
1st.
The club office is open throughout the spring,
summer and fall. Please feel free to stop in for a
quick tour of the property at any time.
WaterfrontLifestyle
The Bay Harbor Yacht Docks offer a 118-slip marina with the ability to chase sunsets and play amongst the waves of Lake Michigan with
ease. Purchasing a Yacht Dock gives you the privilege of being in the heart of the social center of the community at the Bay Harbor Yacht
Club which offers outstanding amenities, dock parties, activities and dining experiences as well as exceptional concierge services. Give your
boat the home it deserves! Give it a Bay Harbor Yacht Dock. Yacht docks available from 45’ on up. Pricing starts at $59,000
6136 Lower Shore Drive, Harbor Springs - California-style beach house north
of Harbor Springs on 200’ of Lake Michigan. Generous living spaces, rec room,
game room and lake room. Custom limestone floors, in-floor heat, wet bar,
gourmet kitchen, marble counter tops, extraordinary architectural detail and
patios overlooking Lake Michigan. Offered at $4,750,000
05840 M-66, Charlevoix - 8 acres with limited restricted building sites on
370’ of Lake Charlevoix sandy beach frontage. 270’ permanent dock with
an L-shaped tee capable of mooring large vessels and 2-3 plus slip potential
1 mile from the airport and 10 minutes by boat or car to downtown. The
property includes both a main and guest house. Offered at $3,900,000
6518 Lake Grove Road, Petoskey - Maple Leaf custom home with handcrafted
detail throughout. 4 bedrooms, large great room with fieldstone fireplace and
Brazilian cherry floors on main level. Custom kitchen with gourmet appliances,
dual oven, butler’s pantry and granite counter tops. Beach great for swimming.
Located on Walloon Lake’s desirable West Arm. Offered at $2,195,000
4551 North Lake Shore Drive, Harbor Springs - Beautifully appointed 4,300
s.f. on 300’ of Lake Michigan frontage. Features include 5 bedrooms, elegant
kitchen with granite countertops, beautiful cabinetry, two wood burning
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4000 Main Street, Bay Harbor
257 East Main Street, Harbor Springs
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Outfitter
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Gurney’s
Bottle shop
Harbor Springs
Kayaks • Paddleboards
Lessons and Tours
Sales and Rentals
Clothing • Footwear • Accessories
215 E. Main Street
Harbor Springs, MI 49740
231.526.5472
110 E. Third Street
Harbor Springs
526.0585
Your Downtown
Family Salon
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For a complete list of our new and previously owned boats, please visit www.walstrom.com
boats
previously
owned
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75’ 2000 Hatteras Sport Deck
75’ 1969 Burger Pilothouse
Cockpit Motor Yacht
65’ 1998 Hatteras Convertible
SOLD
64’ 2008 Hatteras 64
Convertible
63’ 2002 Hatteras Raised
Pilothouse
60’ 2009 Hatteras Motor Yacht
60’ 2006 Hampton 600
Motor Yacht
56’ 1984 Hatteras
Wide-Body Motor Yacht
53’ 1999 Carver Voyager
Pilothouse
47’ 2006 Tiara Sovran
47’ 2004 Tiara Sovran
44’ 2001 Sunseeker Camargue
43’ 2008 Tiara 4300 Sovran
SOLD
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43’ 1991 Tiara 4300 Open
42’ 2005 Tiara 4200 Open
42’ 2002 Regal 4260
Commodore
42’ 2007 Tiara Open
40’ 1996 Tiara 4000 Express
39’ 2001 Mainship Trawler
38’ 2001 Tiara 3800 Open
SOLD
36’ 1989 Tiara Convertible
36’ 1989 Tiara 3600 Open
36’ 1968 Chris Craft Corvette
35’ 2002 Tiara Express
35’ 1988 Egg Harbor Sportfish
34’ 2002 Mainship Pilot
34’ 2001 Sea Ray 340
Sundancer
34’ 1999 Sea Ray 340
Sundancer
33’ 1980 Bertram
Flybridge Cruiser
32’ 1985 Grand Banks Trawler
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continued...
boats
previously owned
SOLD
31’ 1993 Pursuit 3100 Express
30’ 1989 Wellcraft Monaco
SOLD
29’ 2002 Tiara 2900 Coronet
28’ 2009 Chris Craft Corsair
28’ 2001 Four Winns
PENDING
28’ 1985 Cape Dory Flybridge
28’ 1975 Bertram Flybridge
28’ 2005 Chris Craft Corsair
Heritage Edition
Welcome Spring Continued from page 35
the training and testing, Dana also earned
his ABYC Marine Systems certification.
In addition to routine maintenance items such
as engine and generator oil, filter and impeller
changes, our technicians handle a wide variety
of repairs and upgrades. They are skilled in
many areas and their versatility is impressive.
Dana recently installed the latest in night vision
technology on a boat, installed new electronics
packages on others, and realigned shaft struts
on a 40 year old boat. Tim serviced Volvo IPS
drives, removed aging outboards and repowered a
boat with new Yamaha outboards, and retrofitted
LED lighting on a few boats. Tim stated, “It’s a
great way to accentuate paintings or objects, and
do it with very little draw on the battery system.”
You may have met Julie Schmalzried in our
Ship’s Store or spoken to her to order parts
for your boat. She is busy all year, researching
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parts to find competitive prices for whatever
you may need. What you may not be aware
of is that Julie also handles the internal ITrelated issues at all three of our locations in
Harbor Springs, Cheboygan and Bay Harbor.
In February, Julie traveled to Florida with
Controller, Kathy Motschall to preview the
upcoming changes to our software system.
We look forward to the updates, which will
streamline several aspects of our work, and in
turn will allow us to assist more quickly when
you call or stop in the office with a question.
While our technicians enjoy and take pride
in the work they do during the off season, they
know that boats are meant to be enjoyed, for
you to be able to relax as you cruise to your
next port. Because of that, they look forward
to commissioning and launching season, and
reintroducing you to your maintained, renovated,
updated, waxed boat (whatever pertains to you).
They enjoy seeing you off after launch, knowing
that they played a role in making your spring
and summer boating journeys as stress-free and
enjoyable as possible. They’ll be available for
your repair needs during the summer, always
striving to get you on your way with as little
down-time as possible, providing service with a
smile. And if you find our smiles are a little bigger
and brighter than usual this summer, keep in
mind the very long winter we recently endured.
We are SO ready for summer, to welcome you
back and, as our motto states, to “share your
passion for boating” for the 2014 season!
Whether your summer boating plans include
day trips or distant voyages, it is our hope
that your season is most enjoyable. Wishing
you blue skies, calm waters, and sunny days
for all your aquatic adventures!
27’ 2002 Boston Whaler 270
Outrage
26’ 2005 Pursuit 2670 Denali
25’ 2008 Chris Craft Heritage
Launch
22’ 2001 Sea Ray
225 Weekender
SOLD
22’ 1999 Pursuit 2260 Denali
21’ 2004 Malibu
Wakesetter VLX
20’ 2012 Pursuit C200
Center Console
Visit Walstrom Marine online for
more info on used boats.
Picture Your
Boat Here!
Contact the Walstrom Sales
Department at 231.526.2141
Blue Grass NORTH Continued from page 38
It was on one of the first Walstrom cruises
that Ty and Denise got introduced to the North
Channel. “We’ve been going up the channel
for the past 8 or 9 years since the first trip
following a Walstrom boat. The first trip, we
anchored out in the Benjamin’s on our 38’
Tiara and we’ll never forget it.” Now Ty and
Denise have led others to the channel. “We
also like being on the hook in MacGregor Bay.
For shorter trips, we like Leland and Beaver
Island.” Ty and Denise also boat in Florida out
of their homeport of Naples.
Ty and Denise’s present boat, a 52’ Tiara
has the right features that are important to
them. The Wilburns love it because, “It has
two staterooms with two heads, a good galley,
and lots of outside seating. We have had 10 for
dinner on the aft deck. It has a big davit for a
big dinghy. The 52’ is well-built with quality
throughout, reliable, and has the ability to
handle rough water.”
Ty shared a story about a trip to the North
Channel with Denise and their daughter
Katherine. They were anchored in the Bay
of Finn with a number of friends. Katherine
had heard that there were bear in the North
Channel and really wanted to see one. Bill
Parfet, another Walstrom Marine customer
and long-time boater of the North Channel
was also anchored in Bay of Finn. Known
for his spoofs, Bill kept a bear suit aboard. It
just so happened that Bill had the suit on and
was roaming around not far from “Blue Grass
North.” One of the kids said, “there’s a bear.”
Katherine immediately jumped in a dinghy
with the kids and headed out to get a closer
look. One of the kids who knew what was going
on said, “that’s a fake bear.” Katherine didn’t
believe him until she was told by one of the
adults in the group that it was true. To this day,
Katherine is disappointed that she never got to
see a “real bear.”
Ty and Denise truly love being on the water
and in Harbor Springs. You can always tell
when they arrive by their southern hospitality
and enthusiastic “How are you all, great to be
back.” We appreciate all their support from
attending our cruises, events, and boat shows,
to saying kind remarks about us to others. And,
they always stop in just to say hi and share a
cup of coffee. We can’t ask for more than that.
We’re sure glad the Wilburns love boats and
made the move from the big river to the big
lake.
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