Belle Maer Globe Gets
New LED Lights

Belle Maer Harbor's signature lighted globe got a facelift on July 13th, when workers installed new LED (Light Emitting Diode) lights on the ball portion. The bright, all-weather lights replaced the old fluorescent lights, which were more susceptible to wind, weather and insect damage. The old lights were costly to maintain and were a constant headache. The new LED lights are brighter and more maintenance-free. The new lights will be a welcome improvement for boaters coming from the water—or those who will enjoy the iconic, dressed up globe from their slips in the marina.

New Belle Maer Cable
'Channel' Coming Soon

Belle Maer will soon have its own 'channel' on the cable TV system, which has been assigned to Channel 13. While not operational yet, the channel will show the cable channel line-up, upcoming events, messages from the marina and much more. Once Belle Maer's Channel 13 is up and running, we will send out an email blast to let you know; boaters will then need to reprogram their televisions in order to receive it (as boaters did when you initially connected to the cable system). Stay tuned!

'Decades Dance' Scheduled at
Belle Maer Pavilion July 24th

A "Decades Dance" is planned at the marina on Saturday, July 24th. There will be some additional associated activities that will be announced soon. The dance will feature popular, upbeat music from several decades and will run from 6 to 9 p.m. A DJ will provide entertainment.

The event, cosponsored by Belle Maer and the New Wave Boat Club, will take place in front of the marina pavilion — complete with a "dance floor" in front.

T-shirts will be available for sale and prizes will be awarded.

'Saturday Night at the Movies'
Continues at Belle Maer

Weather permitting, there is a showing of a movie every Saturday night in the parking area between the new pavilion and the playscape area. Bring your golf carts, chairs, blankets and coolers for a drive-in theatre experience on a large screen—all right here at the marina.

Admission is free.

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Complimentary Shuttle Service Offered
This Season in Harrison Township

For the fourth season, Harrison Township is offering a free Shuttle Service that will take passengers in and around Boat Town on weekends. This schedule and map with contact information will come in handy if you want to get out and about:

Click here to downlaod PDF file.

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Hints from the Harbormaster

1. Should you have electrical problems at your boat (which can happen during hot weather when a majority of boaters have their A/C running at the same time), there are two breakers you should check before reporting it. The first is on the pedestal at your dock. The second is located in the electrical meter box located on your row. Your well number appears above the meter and the breaker is positioned beneath it. If these are both turned on and the problem still exists, please contact the harbor office or security. We will issue a Service Request to get the problem resolved.

2. Especially during the hottest part of the summer, it is recommended that all boaters in the marina use a chemical odor deterrent in their holding tanks. A popular choice is "Odorless," a 68 ounce container which is priced at under $25.00. Each use only requires 4-5 ounces. Of course, there are many other choices—but please sure to select one as a courtesy to your friends and boating neighbors.

3. Please remember that the marina no longer permit tables with glass tops to be brought into the marina. This policy is being implemented for the safety of all Belle Maer customers; glass table tops can break into dangerous flying shards or tiny glass pieces that present serious hazards and risk of injury.

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Advertising Programs Available
For BMH Events, On Web Site

Most of the boaters at Belle Maer have expressed strong interest in participating in exciting family events like Belle Maer Fun Day held in June. More events like BMH Fun Day are being considered and planned. Events like these give sponsoring organizations and charities a great opportunity to become involved in the boating community, showcase their products and services and gain exposure. And it can be a surprisingly affordable alternative to conventional advertising. If you're interested, contact Eric Foster in the Marina office.

Belle Maer Harbor also offers individuals and businesses marketing opportunities through promotion on the Belle Maer web site.

Classified Ads are posted on the web site, providing each advertiser the opportunity to reach some 6,500 prospects who hit the site per month. Here are the details:

Classified Ad Program (for Individuals):

  • We will create a prominent Personal Classified Ad click-on section on our home page (these will no longer be part of the e-newsletter, and will run independent of our e-newsletter postings.
  • The ads will be placed as they come into our office and run for a specified time frame. Donna Kempt of the marina office will collect the ad fee.
  • The charge will be $20 for two months and $35 for a four month term. There is no refund if the item sells early.
  • Classified Ads in this section should all be personal ads of 35 words or less.
  • Photos can be included with your ad for an additional charge.

Banner Ad Program (for Businesses):

  • Businesses can purchase Banner Ads which will be run on a calendar year basis. We can accommodate a new banner ad at any time of the year. Animated, custom designed Banner Ads rotate throughout the BMH web site and the e-newsletter, providing optimum exposure to approximately 6,500 hits the web site receives per month.
  • In addition, advertisers receive bonus exposure on the Belle Maer Cable TV network on Belle Maer's own Channel 13.
  • Cost for the Annual Banner Ad is only $500 for the entire year.

Please call Donna Kempt at the Belle Maer marina office for more information or to run your ad.

Summer Office Hours

Monday – Friday: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Closed Saturdays in July and August

Contractors will only be permitted access during the hours the marina office is open (or with advance authorization from the marina office).

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