Bay Breeze Yacht Charters and Sailing School http://www.bbyc.com Wed, 16 May 2012 02:21:44 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 Gemini Hull # 1116 arriving soon http://www.bbyc.com/gemini-hull-1116-arriving-soon/ http://www.bbyc.com/gemini-hull-1116-arriving-soon/#comments Tue, 24 Apr 2012 23:14:59 +0000 admin http://www.bbyc.com/?p=3643 The newest addition to the Bay Breeze fleet is a 2012 Gemini Mc105 Catamaran.  Hull # 1116 is currently on the factory line and heading for completion in early May.  Should be delivered and commissioned by Memorial weekend.  We’re offering Gemini Catamarans for sale, new and dealer demos, and for charter.  Call us to book your charter or to arrange a showing today!

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We couldn’t have described what it’s like to sail Grand Traverse Bay and northern Lake Michigan much better ourselves:

“The shallow turquoise water, turning deeper blue at deeper depth, had a Caribbean quality that seemed out of place. The pine-tree covered shore gave the bay its own uniqueness not found anywhere else. What a discovery in the heart of the Midwest.”

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We couldn’t have said this any better:

“Later we were treated to one of those crisp, breathless sunsets that are so characteristic of the northern Great Lakes: sunsets that seem to last forever and are so quiet you find yourself speaking in hushed tones in spite of yourself. I was once again amazed that such a prime anchorage should be so empty. But then again, the State of Michigan does have more coastline than any other of the lower 48 states so I guess there’s room enough for all.”

 

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At 34′ LOA, the Gemini Cat offers three private staterooms, with one being a master stateroom forward, a spacious main salon and plenty of galley space.

Lines are led back to the cockpit for easy sailing and retractable centerboards enable the Gemini to sail to windward like a monohull.  Experience flat and fast sailing – click these links for BUYING or CHARTERING a Gemini Catamaran today!

Gemini Catamaran Sales and Charter

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View a few of the Ezen specials here...

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A few lucky people will be randomly selected to win a free 4-day ASA 101/103 Sailing School Course or One Free Day of Charter.  Just stop by booth 158 at the Chicago Strictly Sail or booth 5 in the main lobby at the Grand Rapids Boat Show and drop your name in the box to get in the drawing.

If you see your name, email us to confirm we have the right person and we’ll mail your prize or gift certificate.

 

Chicago Strictly Sail winners: 

Free 4-Day stay-aboard ASA Course or 1 Day of Bareboat Charter:

  • Sandy W. – Congrats!

Free Bay Breeze T-Shirts or Hat (email us your shirt size and mailing address):

  • Anne H.
  • Cliff I.
  • Phil B.
  • JoAnn L.
  • Clifton R.

 

Grand Rapids Boat Show winners:

Free 4-Day stay-aboard ASA Course or 1 Day of Bareboat Charter:

  • Abby H. of Rockford, Michigan – Congrats!

 

Thanks to all who attended our seminars on The Harbors & Anchorages of Northern Michigan.  Below you can download a PDF version of the presentation to help assist with your cruise planning:

Harbors & Anchorages of Northern Michigan PDF

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  • Flotilla Style Sailing where you sail with the safety and comfort of other boats lead by an experienced local captain
  • Seminars with nationally known speakers, Regatta Races, nature hikes, wine tasting, island exploring and much more along the way
  • Hire a captain or bareboat charter
  • Take an ASA certified course along the way.  We’re offering beginner thru advanced sailing courses
  • Book just a cabin on one of the Captained boats
  • Sail along on your own boat!  Enjoy all the events with just a small entry fee.

Visit the Unsalted Sailing Events webpage for complete details on the following events offered in 2012:

  • Unsalted Islands: The Straits – sailing Mackinac Island and the Les Cheneaux Islands
  • Unsalted Islands: Lake Michigan – sailing Beaver Island, High Island, Garden Island, the Manitiou Islands and Marion Island.
  • Unsalted Sailing Flotilla 2012 – the event that started it all.  Harbor hopping all over Grand Traverse and Little Traverse Bays.
  • Unsalted Lake Crossing: “MI to WI” – from Northport, Michigan the crossing is about 60 miles to Washington Island, Wisconsin.  Plenty of time to explore the scenery on both sides.
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#1 of Americas Most Beautiful Places! 

Also highlighted are the towns and attractions of Northern Michigan.  The Sleeping Bear Dunes Lakeshore is just one small part of our beautiful and diverse cruising grounds.  Hike the dunes, anchor out in South Manitou Island, visit the storybook town of Leland or snorkel a famous shipwreck.  imagesThere’s endless exploring in the Sleeping Bear National Park.

Check out the full feature video from Good Morning America!

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So whatever your excuse is NOT to experience the freedom that sailing brings, well, we’ve heard it!  And we can assure you that you can do this!  We have courses to fit everybody needs.  Cast off your dock lines and call us for a great sailing experience.   231-941-0535  baybreeze@bbyc.com

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