Date: September 7th, 2006

WHAT: 34th annual North American In-Water Boat Show

WHEN: September 13-17

WHERE: Cedar Point Marina, Sandusky, OH

FEATURING:
•700 of the newest power and sailboats, from 6’ and a few hundred dollars to 60’ and more than $1.5 million.
•The latest wave of new marine accessories and equipment; plus selected pre-owned boats.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS:
•This year's show has had an extreme makeover. It’s been totally redesigned from the in-water displays to the big accessory tents. A new entrance and a new dockside beer garden with entertainment have also been added.

•Sailors can enjoy a free sailboat ride at the Discover Sailing Center, courtesy of Harbor North. It’s a great opportunity to learn that sailing is an affordable and enjoyable experience for the entire family.

•Honored with the prestigious designation of Queen of the Fleet, the Australian-built Maritimo 52 Motor Yacht will get its first Great Lakes showing at Cedar Point. It will be displayed by Lakeside Marine.

•Allstate Safety Weekend, September 16th and 17th, will teach kids lifejacket safety tips, and kids 12 and under will receive free lifejackets (while supplies last). This exhibit was brought back due to such an overwhelming response at the Cleveland Mid-American boat show this past January.

•Recognizing that many boaters are also avid motorcycle enthusiasts, a special feature dubbed "Bikes & Boats" has been added to this year's show. "Recent market research has indicated the demographics of boaters and motorcyclists are very similar," says boat show manager Ken Alvey. "Along with this year’s total redesign, we wanted to add a fresh exhibit that our show goers would appreciate.” The special displays of bikes will be conveniently located right inside the show's new main entrance. It's expected to feature motorcycles, and some ATVs, from the following dealers: Roeder Harley Davidson of Sandusky, Monroeville and Catawba Island; J & J Sales and Service Yamaha, Kawasaki, Suzuki and Victory, Huron and Port Clinton; On the Edge Honda and KTM of Amherst.

•Another new feature, the Power Boat Test Drive dock, will allow boaters interested in selected boats to actually get behind the wheel and out on the water during a scheduled test drive. Test drivers will be qualified and determined by individual boat dealers.

For complete information about the boat show, visit www.cedarpointboatshow.com.

BOAT SHOW HOURS:
Wednesday – Friday (September 13-15) Noon - 7pm
Saturday (September 16) 10am - 7pm
Sunday (September 17) 10am – 6pm

ADMISSION:
$9.00, adults; Children 12 and under FREE.
$2 Discount Coupons in all print ads. Adults 60 & better receive $2.00 off.