Sponsors & Their Links
Okuma Fishing Reels
:
Okuma Fishing Tackle, one of the hottest names in fishing, has
quickly gained a reputation as a producer of incredible rods and reels.
We’re dedicated to development—raising the standards of what can be
produced, and what is expected. As a manufacturer, Okuma has a unique
relationship with the field—we listen, learn and fish. We recognize the
needs of our customers and continue to focus on improvements with quality,
reliability and the latest technology at an affordable price.
Mariners School (609-987-0555):
Providing Knowledge and Know-How
:
This is the
Mariners School way. Whether you've decided to get your
Captain's License, upgrade to a
Masters License or are just interested in advancing your boating
knowledge to enhance your
enjoyment and safety on the water,
Mariners School is the best course to take & the
best course to training excellence:
Mariners School is an established and growing business with locations
throughout the Northeast, from Maryland to Rhode Island. All of
Mariners School’s training staff are U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)-licensed
Master instructors with years of experience on the water and in the
classroom. They bring an advanced level of knowledge, experience and
seamanship that is at the heart of
Mariners School.
Get
An Education,
Not
Just
A License:
Our training, instructors and course
materials are fully approved by the USCG and provide an alternative to
license exams at USCG regional centers. We teach you hands-on, practical
boating know-how, so that you can pass the Captain's or Masters License
tests at one of our convenient locations near you and now you can take
Mariners School course More importantly, the lessons you learn at
On line at home on your own computer!
Capt. Bob Figular
: Captain Bob Figular spent more than 60,000 miles on the open ocean
crossing the Atlantic in his 43 foot catamaran, experiencing Moroccan
adventures and a voyage from Turks and Caicos Islands ending in Toms River,
NJ. Therefore it only makes sense he draws on these experiences and
aggressively redefines the boating instruction industry. How? Captain Bob
Figular create
Mariners School after successfully completing a course elsewhere to earn
his Masters license in 2001. Elated with his successful course completion,
he was disappointed the course didn’t teach anything beyond the basics
needed to pass the course. Wanting to learn the "rest of the story" and
knowing other enthusiasts would want to learn too, he took over a year to
write his own course, which now is the curriculum at
Mariners School. His course covers more than the basics; it includes
"the how and the why" behind all things boating related.
Mariners School is United States Coast Guard (USCG) approved to
administer the exam at
Mariners School facilities as an alternative to the regular testing
process in which the exam is given at USCG testing sites.
"People leave my school with more than just a
certificate that they passed," says Captain Figular. "They leave carrying
with them a lifelong understanding and appreciation of boating and the water
that they can apply in real-world situations."
His late mother's urging to "pursue all
dreams" motivated Captain Bob Figular, who dreamed of being a Captain since
childhood. So, he opened the first
Mariners School in Toms River, NJ in 2001. Interest in his well-planned
and exciting courses quickly surged and in 2003,
Mariners School opened its second location in Princeton, NJ. This
location serves as the
Mariners School headquarters. Today,
Mariners School has more than 25 additional locations, from Baltimore to
New Haven, Connecticut.
"It is my goal to open doors for boating
enthusiasts by providing them with our courses," says Figular. "I anticipate
doubling my business every year and in 2005, expanding through the Chicago
area." With Captain Bob Figular's vision,
determination and genuine enthusiasm, it's easy to see that he will
successfully achieve his dreams and goals.
Captain Bob Figular can be reached at
(609) 987-0555 or via email at
bob@marinersschool.com
or log on to
www.MarinersSchool.com
James
E. Fox Insurance Agency (866-679-5600):
Did you know 31% of boats are NOT INSURED? The
James E. Fox Agency is here to help and correct that situation
and can help make sure you don’t get stuck with 100% of the replacement
cost. For less than $1 a day, Allstate Boatowners Insurance can cover things
like injury, theft and damage to your boat-or someone else’s. As
a personal financial representative in Copiague,
The James E. Fox Agency knows many local families and their insurance
needs be is auto, life and of course boat & marine insurance. The
James E. Fox Agency’s knowledge and understanding of the people in the
recreational marine community helps provide customers with an outstanding
level of service and the right marine insurance for the activities you enjoy
and employ on the water. The
James E. Fox Agency looks forward to helping families like yours protect
the things that are important – your family, home, car and fishing machine
or pleasure crafts including persona water craft and jet skis.
Did you know 31% of boats are NOT INSURED? The
James E. Fox Agency is her to help and correct that situation
and can help make sure you don’t get stuck with 100% of the replacement
cost. For less than $1 a day, Allstate Boatowners Insurance can cover things
like injury, theft and damage to your boat-or someone else’s. Don’t wait
until it’s too late. Call the
James E. Fox Agency today.
James E. Fox Agency can also help you prepare a strategy to achieve your
financial goals. The
James E. Fox Agency is active in their community and yours with
Employee/Agent Annual Giving Campaign, Allstate Annual Giving Campaign, Boys
& Girls Clubs of America, Junior Achievement,
Allstate Agency Hands in the Community. The
James E. Fox Agency office is located on Montauk Highway (27A), 1-1/2
blocks west of Strongs Avenue (just after Dotty's Yarns), and 1/4 mile east
of Great Neck Road on the north side of the highway. You can Reach James Fox
at 866-679-5600
Marine Fuel Products
Sta-Bil Marine Fuel Products
:
Your boat’s greatest enemy may be the fuel inside of
it, because of the potentially damaging ethanol content. Fortunately, Gold
Eagle Co.’s new MARINE Formula STA-BIL Ethanol Treatment and Performance
Improver can protect your engine by keeping good marine gasoline from going
bad and counter-acting many of the effects of ethanol.Compared
to regular STA-BIL, MARINE Formula STA-BIL has double the corrosion
inhibitors, preventing corrosion damage to fuel tanks, fuel lines,
carburetors and injectors. It’s also a complete fuel system cleaner, with
five times the cleaning additive to help clean up deposits from fuel lines,
carburetors, injectors and intake valves.
MARINE Formula STA-BIL Ethanol
Treatment and Performance Improver provides year-round protection against
corrosion from ethanol-caused water build-up in gas tanks and fuel lines.
Its multi-talented formula even includes a fuel system detergent to
keep intake valves and fuel injectors clean for improved engine performance
during the boating season. MARINE Formula STA-BIL
is also an ideal choice for boaters and personal watercraft owners who store
their equipment for the winter months. It ensures quick, easy starts in all
two and four-cycle marine engines – even after months of cold storage. Its
safe to use in all cars, trucks, SUV’s, boats, tractors, motor homes,
motorcycles, ATV’s, snowmobiles, personal watercraft, lawnmowers, snow
blowers, tillers, weed trimmers, golf carts, power washers and generators.
It stabilizes all gasoline, gas/oil mixtures, and ethanol blends. It’s
available in two sizes: 32 ounce and 8 ounce, both featuring the unique
STA-BIL measure bottle. MARINE Formula STA-BIL Ethanol Treatment is made by
Gold Eagle Co., manufacturer of leading brands including HEET Gas-Line
Antifreeze, NO-LEAK Treatments, 104+ Octane Boost and 104+ Maximum Octane
Boost, and DieselPower! Diesel Additives.
Details on the full line of Gold Eagle products can be obtained at
www.goldeagle.com, calling 800-621-1251 or writing Gold Eagle Co. at 4400 S.
Kildare Ave., Chicago, IL 60632. ON the web at
www.goldeagle.com/sta-bil/index.htm
Long Island
Power Authority
:The
Long Island Power Authority (LIPA) is a corporate municipal instrumentality of the State
of New York and was created by State legislation enacted in 1986. LIPA was established to
resolve the controversy over the Shoreham Nuclear Power Plant (Shoreham) and to seek lower
utility rates on Long Island. On May 29th, LIPA was Long Island's new
electric company. LIPA's acquisition of LILCO resulted in immediate rate reductions of
20.9 percent in Nassau County and the Rockaways and 19.1 percent for Suffolk County.
Residents of Nassau County and the Rockaways also received a one-time check of $232 soon
after the completion of the acquisition and Suffolk County residents received a check for
$101. LIPA is governed by a 15 member board of trustees. Nine of the Trustees are
appointed by Governor Pataki, three of the Trustees are appointed by Senate Majority
Leader Bruno, and three of the Trustees are appointed by Assembly Speaker Silver.
See the
LIPA video Here.
