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Is anyone docked at the town marina in Port Jeff? I'm on the list for a slip there and was just wondering about things such as security, each of docking, wind conditions, and slip and floating dock situations.If anyone has any info or advice, I'd appreciate it. Thanks. Hy
 
We stayed there overnight ONE time. Getting on and off the boat was a PIA, especially at low tide. We had to climb up/down a slimy, barnacle encrusted ladder. It was not fun at all.
 
If you don't have a floating dock on the north shore, then you have issues!
Tide swing is large!
Port Jeff is a great town.
One time I picked someone up at dock there and the dock was so high and ladder didn't reach the jetski. They almost fell in climbing down!
 
Having a floating dock is a deal-breaker. Neither one of us will climb up and down a ladder. I was there yesterday to look around, granted, the season hasn't really started so the gate booth was empty; but it isn't manned 24 hours a day. The marina is totally open to everyone, especially during the week, and at night when no one's really around. Our present marina on the south shore has a security fence and gate (though they're only about 3.5 feet high) and there's someone on the grounds everyday and there are cameras recording everything at night. Absolute security - no; good security - yes. Someone would have to climb the fence to get it. One needs a passcard to open the gate. Am I being paranoid? Hy
 
If I recall I think they had a fairly low LOA limit I don't remember what it was but I remember being surprised by it.
 
Why are you thinking of moving there? If it's to be on the north shore, have you considered any of the Mt. Sinai marinas?
 
Frankly, there are three reasons I'm considerring moving. First: Our daughter and son-in-law have their boat in Mamaroneck Yacht Club and our daughter-in-law's parents have their boat at a New Rochelle marina, so it would be easier to meet up with them and the grandkids. Second: I wouldn't have too worry about the 'skinny water' in Moriches Bay, which constantly keeps me on edge as I move the boat. Third: The town marina is about 3/4 the cost of the marinas on the south shore. There would be no saving the first year because of the cost of moving the boat, either by land or by water. In addition, I'd have to pay the present marina for land storage for this month since I don't plan on launching for another two or three weeks and the summer contract actually began April 1. The savings would begin next year.Hy
 
The vast majority of the town docks in PJ are floating. Only the end slips that are reserved for very large craft are fixed.

The space is a little tight, but take it easy and you should be OK. The docks are spaced to accommodate various sized boats, and the are grouped by size. The docks are fairly well protected from winds as they are at babe end of the harbor.

Security: they have signs that say "Boat Owners Only" and chains across the gangways. That's it. The access is off the parking lot and public dock. Parking is in the general town lot. Good luck parking on a busy summer weekend is Port - there is nothing dedicated for the marina.

Under no circumstances would I consider a mooring in the main Port Jeff harbor. Been there done that. It was terrible. But you might consider Setauket Harbor Marina around the corner. It's mainly moorings, but the harbor is very well protected and the launch service is great. No problems with parking. Being on a mooring also minimizes security issues. The owner is fantastic. I've been there for about 10 years; my inlaw's have been there for 30.
 
We're staying on the south shore for this season, at least. I had made a verbal contract with the present marina owners for 2014, and I need to honor it. Furthermore, since the boat is dry-stored there at present, any disagreement with the marina could keep the boat in limbo for a while, something I want to avoid. The owners and management of the marina are good people who do a good job of maintaining the marina and accomodating boat owners; they're friendly and helpful - all good things to make life a little easier.I'll deal with the shallow bay (hopefully) and plan for next season after I see how things go this season. For now, I'm hoping to get to the marina tomorrow morning to remove the shrinkwrap, put up the canvas, and wash the engine bay before having the mechanic's assistant install the batteries. Then I can schedule the detailer to come out to wash and wax the hull. This is the first year in all my boating years that I'm having someone else do some of the work in getting the boat ready for launch and the season. Unfortunately, I can't do all the things I used to be able to do without a moment's hesitation. I'll focus on what I can do and on the coming season's enjoyment. Hy
 
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