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Boating Links
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The national US Power Squadron's web site
Our USPS parent district's web site.
The Clarksville Marina's web site.
A very nicely done site with animated nautical knot tying. This is part of the
United Kingdom's Tollesburys Sailing Club's web site.
Another knot tying web site.
The U.S. Power Squadron's on-line, interactive float plan... just fill in the blanks.
Wolf Creek Dam is fifty-five years old and has always had seepage problems through the foundation.
Over the years, pressure from the water in the reservoir has eroded the soil-filled spaces in the rock underneath the dam.
Wolf Creek Dam has been leaking for decades, however until recently nothing was done to combat the problem.
The dam holds back water from Lake Cumberland - the ninth largest reservoir in the U.S. - and is 5,736 long and 258 feet high.
The possibility of flooding has increased recently and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is
currently attempting to fix the seepage by plugging the leaking spots.
Take a virtual tour of the Old Hickory Lake Lock. The Old Hickory Lock and Dam is located on the Cumberland River at mile 216.2 in Sumner and Davidson Counties,
approximately 25 miles upstream from Nashville. The dam and lake are named after President Andrew Jackson
(nicknamed "Old Hickory"). The lock allows barges and recreational boats to navigate the Cumberland River.
The Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors (SAMS)® was established during the 1980's by a small group of surveying professionals wishing to advance their craft.
SAMS® is intended to be an organization of Professional Marine Surveyors who have come together to promote the good image and general well being of their
chosen profession. Accredited Marine Surveyor members are surveyors who have accumulated time in the profession, and have proven the technical skills
necessary for designation as AMS®.
The Propeller Club of the United States is a grassroots, non-profit organization, whose membership resides throughout the United States and the world.
It is dedicated to the enhancement and well-being of all interests of the maritime community on a national and international basis.
The Propeller Club aggressively promotes the maritime industry through many of its programs and partnering with other similar organizations such as the Music City Power Squadron.
The Tennessee Wildlife Resource agaency's boating web page. It has information on boating safety classes and exam locations in your area
as well as information on boat registration and Tennessee boating Regulations.
Bob Levine’s Great Circle Adventure is being recorded!
Commentary and photographs can be read and viewed.
Our boat is a 44 ft power cat with twin engine diesel.
We are out of the office and Nashville most of the time doing the Great Loop. As of this time (July 1, 2007) the boat is in the Erie canal.
The official U.S. Navy web site for the USS Nashville (LPD 13), the pride of the Amphibious Navy.
The final Version of the Nashville Riverfront Concept Plan is available for download from this site.
The global site for cruising sailors -
Noonsite is the most visited source of practical information for cruising sailors on the internet.
Over one million visitors refer to noonsite every month attracted by our website's reliable and unbiased contents.
For those that love great boats -
Classic Yacht is an online magazine that brings the world of beautiful, capable yachts and their colorful owners
to your desktop, laptop, or aft deck. Lovers of great boats, be they power or sail, old or new, fiberglass or not,
crewed or car-topped, will discover an intriguing wave of stories to fuel their dreams and enrich their time on the
water. Classic Yacht online magazine is devoted to the authentic boating experience.
Check out this web site to find the current water level for just about any body of water where the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has a presence.
Even more river information is available at the National Weather Service's river forecast and status web site.
In 1928, the word "marina" was used, for the very first time, by the National Association of Engine and Boat Manufacturers
to define a recreational boating facility. Since then, marinas have become an integral part not only of American recreation,
but also American life. National Marina Day celebrates not only the rich history of the marina industry, but its bright future as well.
Commercial Links*
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Based in Huntsville, AL, LIFE ON THE WATER Magazine explores the people, places and things to do on the Tennessee River, Tennessee Tombigbee and surrounding waterways.
Cruisers helping cruisers
Come for the boats and gear—stay for the fun! From boating and fishing seminars to family entertainment, there’s something for everyone!
Sea Ray and Carver Yachts dealer (Hendersonville)
Mastercraft and Ebbtide dealer (Hermitage)
A large prescence on the Cumberland River and one of our Safe Boating Partners
Five minutes east of Nashville on Percy Priest Lake.
Our own Bob Mavis Duthie's web site. This unique program, What to expect Cruising America’s Great Loop
provides you with valuable information on what to see and do while cruising the Great Loop.
Instead of dreaming about the Great Loop, boat lovers can now experience it! I'm sure Bob and Mavis would be delighted to autograph your copy.
Our mission is to be the best supplier of boating-related products and services that provide outstanding value to every customer.
We are committed to treating all of our customers even better than they expect to be treated so that they regard us as the best company in our industry.
We will actively promote boating, work to reduce our impact on the environment, improve and protect marine habitats,
and continue to contribute to social needs in the communities in which we do business.
The Harpeth is a State Scenic River within Nashville's Davidson County. It is also a stream with over 100 rural miles of Class 1 floating.
Rules of the river are similar at all three rental locations. You can load up your canoe with coolers, picnic baskets, inner tubes and other
supplies. All gear – life jackets, cushions and paddles – is provided, as is parking and transportation to the river. You must sign a
liability waiver before embarking. Dress appropriately, in shorts and sneakers you don’t mind getting wet. And, as they say at
Foggy Bottom, if you can’t afford to lose it, don’t bring it with you.
If you can afford to lose a few hours, a day or even a week, along with your cares and your fetters to civilization,
you may find on the Harpeth what Mark Twain found on the Mississippi – a wonderful book with a new story to tell every day.
Tip-A-Canoe is now the oldest canoe rental company in the State of Tennessee and the South under the same management. It is believed to be one of the oldest, if not the oldest canoe outfitter in the Nation.
We are family owned and operated. We work to promote the canoeing experience, river safety, and the beauty of the natural environment.
We are a member of the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce and the Professional Paddlesports Association.
Tip-A-Canoe has been operating on the Harpeth River even before it became a Scenic River, and before the Narrows of the Harpeth was a state park.
Tip-A-Canoe Stores, Inc. is a Tennessee Corporation with State and Federal trademarks.
Tip-A-Canoe is noted for its community support and involvement throughout Cheatham county and Middle Tennessee.
