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How To Tie A Boat To A Dock
Oct 09, 2024 - Nicollet, MNBy Administrator
Tying a boat to a dock may seem like a simple task, but it's important to do it correctly to ensure the safety of your vessel and the people on board. Whether you're docking for the night or just stopping for a quick break, it's important to secure your boat to the dock in a way that prevents it from drifting away or colliding with other boats or structures.
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How To Choose Your Dock Decking
Sep 13, 2024 - Nicollet, MNBy Administrator
One of the best ways to fully enjoy living on a lake is by installing a dock on your property. A dock provides a space to relax, swim, fish, and even park your boat. However, choosing the right dock decking material is essential for the longevity and safety of your dock. In this article, we will explore the various dock decking materials available, what to consider when selecting one, and their pros and cons.
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Boat Slip vs Boat Dock
Sep 04, 2024 - Nicollet, MNBy Administrator
If you just purchased a lakefront property or a boat and are considering getting either a boat slip or a boat dock, it is important to know which is right for you. We aim to provide you with insight into nautical jargon to help you make an informed decision.
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Selecting The Right Type of Boat Lift
Sep 04, 2024 - Nicollet, MNBy Administrator
Boat lifts are an essential tool for anyone who owns a boat, particularly those who live on the water or have a dock on their property. They make it easy to lift boats out of the water for maintenance, repairs, or storage, and help to protect boats from damage caused by waves, currents, and other environmental factors. With a variety of different types of boat lifts available for residential purposes, it can be challenging to choose the right one for your needs. In this article, we'll explore the different types of boat lifts commonly used for residential purposes, and their pros and cons, to help you make an informed decision when selecting the best boat lift for your specific situation.
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Hewitt Brings Their Classic Dock to the Next Level Of Class
Nicollet, MNBy Administrator
Hewitt Machine & Mfg. Inc. brings a new customizable color option to their Classic Dock. The same great flexibility of a post and plank dock in a high-strength modular system, but now with sides and ends...
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Hewitt Introduces Improved and Customizable All-Terrain Staircase System
Nicollet, MNBy Administrator
Hewitt’s improved and customizable All-Terrain Staircase Systems are the perfect solution for areas where construction of a permanent staircase would be too difficult or costly. The new sleek design...
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Question of the Week
Nicollet, MNBy Administrator
Q: Are there statewide rules about where I can place my dock?
A: Statewide rules do not specify where a dock...
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Sunstream Corporation Dismisses All Claims With Prejudice
Nicollet, MNBy Administrator
Hewitt Machine and Manufacturing, Inc. (“Hewitt”) is pleased to announce that Sunstream Corporation (“Sunstream”) has dropped all its claims asserted against Hewitt in a lawsuit filed in the United States District Court for the Western District of Washington with prejudice. Sunstream had asserted...
