Trawlerfest Baltimore 2022

It's not too late to register for seminars by our own Steve Zimmerman and Bob Arrington at this year's Trawlerfest Baltimore!

Steve and Bob each bring over 40 years of boating experience and will be covering:

Cruising Florida with Bob Arrington

Florida is a cruising destination for boaters from around the world, and why not, the peninsula-state has almost 9,000 miles of shoreline and is surrounded on three sides by The Atlantic Ocean, The Gulf of Mexico and the Straights of Florida. While Florida is a single state, it has distinctly different boating environments.

Boat Handling Illustrated & Boat Handling on the Water with Bob Arrington

This course, Boat Handling Illustrated, combined with “Boat Handling on the Water” will develop skills in close quarters maneuvering and docking, not to mention the confidence gained from having been taught by some of the very best instructors in the business. Bob Sweet is the author of several marine titles including Powerboat Handling Illustrated and The Instant Handbook of Boat Handling, Navigation and Seamanship. Wednesday morning is all class time followed by six on-the-water sessions in the afternoon and on Thursday and Friday. (SEPARATE REGISTRATION REQUIRED). The certificate of completion awarded to attendees may help save some money on their boat insurance.

How to Maintain a Cruising Powerboat with Steve Zimmerman 2 Day Course

Day 1: Whether you want to take care of your own maintenance or plan to have a yard take care of it, this two day intensive will prepare you well. Here is a sample of the questions to be addressed:

· What causes blisters and what should I do if my boat has them?

· How often should I wax the gelcoat?Should I use zinc or aluminum anodes?

· How can I tell if my boat has stray current corrosion?

· Can I get a shock from swimming around my boat?

· What kind of shaft seal works best?

· How can I tell if my boat has the right propeller?

· What is an isolation transformer and do I need one?

Steve Zimmerman has been building and repairing boats for more than 40 years. Steve is the president of Zimmerman Marine and oversees the operations of their six boatyards. Participants will spend two days with Steve, learning how to avoid costly errors and how to maximize the reliability of their boats.

Day 2: This two session (Friday and Saturday) class will provide practical in-depth information about maintaining your boat. Whether you plan to perform your own maintenance or pay someone, this class will help you avoid costly mistakes. Topics include:

· How to inspect and service seacocks and thru-hulls

· How to inspect and maintain your running gear, including props, shafts, and shaft seals

· Corrosion prevention

· Understanding modern fiberglass boat construction and repairs, including blister repairs, gelcoat maintenance, and core materials

· Shore power principles and safety

· Gelcoat Maintenance and core materials

· Bottom paints

· Sealants and adhesives – proper selection and application

· Engine checks

How to Buy a Used Boat with Steve Zimmerman

This talk provides a unique perspective on the boat buying process. Boatyards usually become involved AFTER the checks have been cashed and the boat changes hands. Too often the buyer finds out what he should have known before the purchase. This seminar will give you the tools you need to understand how the game is played, what questions to ask, and how identify the right kind of boat for your plans. This is a practical workshop, delving into the bilges of the boat buying process. Topics include: How to identify the best design type for your plans using a Boat Selection Matrix. Understanding the brokerage process and how it has changed. The role of a marine surveyor and how to find a good one. Interpreting survey findings and post-survey negotiations

The Other Loop: The Down East Circle with Steve Zimmerman

The Downeast Loop provides a unique combination of seaways and scenery. This journey takes you up the Hudson River, through the Erie Canal, into Lake Ontario, out the St. Lawrence River, and into the Atlantic Ocean, providing an enticing variety of conditions. Scenery includes the enchanting Thousand Islands region, a scenic fjord, the remote Magdalene Islands, the spectacular Bras d’Or Lake and Cape Breton, and the historic Atlantic side of Nova Scotia. This talk will provide practical information for those planning the trip, as well as beautiful photographs to whet your cruising appetite.