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North American In-Water Boat Show September 16-20, 2009 Cedar Point SANDUSKY, Ohio
Judging by watercraft registration figures, the Ohio counties of Erie, Ottawa
and Huron along the southern shore of Lake Erie contain some of the most densely-populated boating communities in the country.
It is only fitting that the area will host the largest in-water boat show on the Great Lakes for the 37th consecutive year when the North American In-Water Boat Show presented by Toyota Trucks drops anchor at Cedar Point Amusement Park Sept. 16-20.
Now an end-of-the-summer boating tradition, the event got its start in 1973 after organizers were inspired by an in-water show in Annapolis, Md.
That first year, nearly 5,000 visitors streamed in from across the region.
Originally configured to display only 91 boats and 16 accessory booths, its lines of docks are now interconnected throughout, so visitors can walk out onto the water, get a drink at the Party Barge, look at all the boats and use the floating restrooms before returning to land.
“The location is a great asset, and we’ve grown with Cedar Point,” said Show Manager Ken Alvey. “A lot of people come for the weekend and visit both the show and the amusement park.
There’s more than enough to do when you include all the wineries, water parks, golf courses and nearby islands.” Visitors will have the opportunity to test drive certain models on the Demo Dock and shop for bargains in the Boats Under $15,000 and Boats $15,000-25,000 pavilions.
On the water, it will definitely be a buyer’s show, as boats are more affordable now than in recent history. WKFM will host a Buffalo Wild Wings wing eating contest on Saturday, and the Erie County Humane Society will be holding an Adapt-a-Pet drive during the week (Wednesday through Friday). Guests 12 and younger will receive free admission.
Show hours are noon to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday; and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday.
<37TH ANNUAL NORTH AMERICAN IN-WATER BOAT SHOW OPENS SEPTEMBER 16-20
WHAT:
37th annual North American In-Water Boat Show presented by Toyota Trucks, the largest in-water boat show on the Great Lakes September 16-20,2009
WHERE:
Cedar Point Amusement Park, 1 Cedar Point Drive Sandusky, OH 44870
FEATURING: Many of the newest power and sail boats; dozens of accessory display booths
HIGHLIGHTS:
• At noon on Saturday, Sept. 19, local contestants will race to finish a pile of Buffalo Wild Wings chicken wings at the WKFM Wing Eating Contest. The winner will receive a weekend getaway at Sawmill Creek Resort in Huron, Ohio.
• During the week (Sept. 16-18), the Erie County Humane Society will hold an adopt-a-pet drive at the show.
• Free test drives on several models will be offered on the Demo Dock.
• All visitors will have the chance to climb aboard two genuine 76-foot LCM-8landing crafts recently obtained by the Firelands Military Vehicle Group and the local U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps division.
• The show will include three pre-owned boat sections for cost-conscious buyers: the Brokerage Pier, Boats Under $15,000 Pavilion and the Boats $15,000-25,000 Pavilion.
• Visitors will be offered the opportunity to take a free sailboat ride on the Sail Pier, courtesy of Harbor North.
WHEN:
HOURS
Wednesday, September 16:
Thursday, September 17:
Friday, September 18:
Saturday, September 19:
Sunday, September 20:
Noon-7 p.m. Noon-7 p.m. Noon-7 p.m. 10 a.m. -7 p.m. 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
ADMISSION
Adults: $9
Children 12 and under: Free
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Boat Show Directions
Cedar Point is easily accessible from Cleveland, Toledo, Columbus, Detroit, and all points in-between via the Ohio Turnpike or Ohio Route 2.
The North American In-Water Boat Show is held in Cedar Point's South Basin. When arriving via the Cedar Point Causeway, follow the boat show signs to the parking lot.
Slips up to 120 feet long are available for those arriving by boat. Contact the Cedar Point Marina for docking information and reservations at (419) 627-2334 or through marine channel VHF 16. It is strongly suggested you call the marina office prior to arrival to reserve your space.
For more information, visit www.cedarpointboatshow.com.
CONTACT: Mike DiLorenzo – 440-899-5009 x15 / mikedilorenzo@sbcglobal.net
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