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NATIONAL HARBOR MARINA
CONTENTS 4 Marina Rates 5 Marina Map 7 Rules & Regulations 9 Waterfront Disctrict Map 10 Helpful Info, Attractions & Amenities 11 Port Personality Kenny Repka, General Manager Wikimedia Commons
13 National Harbor The Pride of the Potomac 16 Bass Fishing
NATIONAL HARBOR MARINA
Welcome to National Harbor We are so pleased you have chosen the National Harbor Marina!
This iconic, all-American, must-see waterfront destination is dedicated to the preservation and celebration of the Potomac River. Whether you are docking for a short time or are with us as an annual slip holder, our team is committed to making your stay memorable. Our focus is to deliver a world-class customer service experience with a never-ending variety of things to do.
EDITOR IN CHIEF Susan Elnicki Wade ASSOCIATE EDITOR Alexa Zizzi EDITORIAL ASSISTANT Claire Ruppert REGIONAL SALES MANAGERS Joy McPeters 443-463-2941 Barbara Barrett 443-553-2685
Marinalife at National Harbor magazine gives you a guide to our facility, including a marina map and description of the amenities we offer on-site to our guests. Your welcome package provides you with all you’ll need to know and how to contact us 24/7. We are dedicated to providing you with the best experience on the water.
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2022 Marina Rates Annual Rates
Monthly Rates
Hourly Dockage
Up to 40 feet (minimum rate) $8,500 41-45 feet $9,400 46-50 feet $10,300 51-55 feet $11,200 56-60 feet $12,100 61 feet and above see manager for details
Up to 50’ (minimum rate) $1,500 51’ and above slip $30/foot
$30 for 3 hours (minimum) $10/additional hour
Reduced by $80/month for every extra month
Holidays & Special Rates
Annual & Monthly – metered electric
Daily Rates 50 feet minimum rate Check in: 12 noon Check out: 11:30 a.m. Sun.-Thur.: $3.00/foot Fri. & Sat.: $3.50/foot $4/foot for 61’+ Electric Single 30 - $10/day Double 30 – $15/day Single 50 - $15/day Double 50 - $25/day
Two-night minimum at Fri. & Sat. rate Memorial Day, May 30 July 4th Labor Day, September 5
Cancellation Policy
Normally, 48 hours Weather conditions, ASAP Holiday, 1 week
Liveaboard Rates Double the annual rate of corresponding LOA
Proud to Be Green and Clean! Marinas located in busy urban areas often face challenges keeping their waterways in tip-top shape. So, when the District of Columbia started moving in a more environmentally mindful direction, National Harbor was quick to join its efforts. Its Green Initiative started with the Potomac River Keepers, stewards of the local waters who detect trouble spots and find sustainable solutions. National Harbor guests can look beyond the docks to see the keepers cruising around the basin, taking water samples and testing them in the onboard laboratory. It’s like giving the Potomac a regular check-up to make sure it’s healthy and meets quality standards. Next came a monthly community clean-up effort to pick up trash along the shoreline from May to October. What began as a group of six volunteers three years ago has blossomed into a legion of 700 participants in the past year who fill garbage bags with everything from water bottles and plastic straws to tennis balls and hubcaps. As they share their conservation success stories with friends and neighbors, the number of helpers continues to grow. The most unique green program at National Harbor addresses water pollution with a solution found in nature
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— mussels. Most people think of them as a delicious dish steamed in herbs and wine. But when these black bivalves live in waterways, they filter out organisms and pollutants. They can filter gallons of water every day, and because they’re indigenous to the region, they don’t disrupt the habitat. Along the docks at National Harbor, special cages are acting as incubators for young mussels that help clean the water. The marina hopes to plant 50 million mussels in its water over the next 10 years. During your next visit, check out the new babies!
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Rules & Regulations 1. Swimming. Swimming, fishing, and crabbing are strictly prohibited. This includes traps and pens secured within the slips. 2. Pets. Pets must be leashed at all times. Pets must be cleaned up after. Bags are available for your convenience.
3. Navigation. All boats must adhere to navigation rules of right of way and operate with no wake. 4. Noise. Music and other noises must be limited to a range of 50’. Marina quiet hours during the weekdays are from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m. and during the weekends from midnight to 9 a.m. Power tools, such as buffers, sanders, and saws, may only be operated between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekends and holidays. 5. Gates. Do not prop open gates. If the gates malfunction, please contact the marina office.
6. Outside contractors. With the exception of emergencies, contractors are only permitted between the hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday, except holidays. Exceptions must be approved by the marina office. Contractors must sign in and provide insurance information.
7. Type of work. Spray painting, fiberglass work, heavy engine service, or any other work that results in debris or debris entering the water, docks, or neighboring vessels is prohibited. 8. Sewage. Absolutely no overboard discharge of sewage, including sewage treated with Type I or II MSDs. Pumpout is located on the outside of A dock, and the marina office has contact information for mobile pumpout operators.
9. Hazardous materials. Flammables, toxics, and pollutants must be properly stored and disposed of. Absolutely do not dump in marina garbage or store any on the docks. The nearest disposal site for such materials is Brown Station Road Sanitary Landfill, 11611 White House Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772.
10. Grills. No charcoal grilling is permitted. Electric grills may be used on the piers, but they must be attended at all times. 11. Heaters. Unattended space heaters are not permitted.
12. Storage. Dock boxes are not permitted. Storage of furniture, equipment, plants, bicycles, watercraft, fuel and other chemicals on the piers is prohibited. All areas are to be kept free of tripping hazards and clutter. Storage is available upon request for a moderate fee. 13. Stairs. Must meet the following criteria and be approved by the marina. Stairs must not exceed 24” in width, must not restrict access to any part of the docks, must be easily removed and must not double as storage. 14. Laundry. Do not hang laundry on the rigging, lifelines or other parts of the exterior of the vessel. Washers and dryers are available in the marina office.
15. Commercial activity. All commercial activities must be approved in writing by the marina. 16. Signage. Vessels for sale are permitted one sign, limited to 18”x24” and hung on the transom or aft deck. All other signage is prohibited.
Superyachts Due to the natural sedimentation of the Potomac River, the marina can currently only accept vessels with a draft of six feet or less. National Harbor has scheduled a dredging project for October 2022 that will allow the marina to accommodate larger boats, up to an eight-foot draft. At the project’s completion, National Harbor Marina will continue to be an iconic destination for superyachts on the Potomac. Captains and boat owners can dock with ease, at more than 400 feet of alongside dockage, while they stay and enjoy everything National Harbor has to offer. Attentive marina staff is on-site to assist with all the service offerings and can coordinate provisioning, restaurant and hotel reservations, and local transportation.
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FISHING • BOATING • HIKING • GUIDED TOURS • GEOCACHING • FARM ANIMALS Explore your neighborhood national park today! Located on the Potomac in Accokeek, Maryland Plan your visit at www.accokeek.org
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DIRECTORY FAST CASUAL DINING K-161 BurgerFi B-158 Chipotle Mexican Grill B-156 Mason’s Famous Lobster Rolls N Cove McDonald’s D-144 Mezeh Mediterranean Grill K-191 Nando’s Peri-Peri L-150 PrimoHoagies D-146 Potbelly Sandwich Works DINING & ENTERTAINMENT P-172 Bobby McKey’s Dueling Piano Bar K-151 Bombay Street Food D-149 Bond 45 P-164 Brass Tap K-177 Brother Jimmy’s BBQ P-186 Cadillac Ranch K-141 Capital Wheel Business Center B-152 Fiorella Italian Kitchen J-188 Grace’s Mandarin K-177 Irish Whisper Pub E-145 McCormick & Schmick’s M-122 Muse Paintbar J-199 Public House C-155 Red Stone American Grill
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SPECIALTY FOOD & BEVERAGE B-138 Ben & Jerry’s 4 Flight Deck A-181 Georgetown Olive Oil Co. A-185 The Furlough Cheesecake D-141 Panda Tea House L-120 Pepper Palace L-180 Potomac Gourmet Market L-140 Savannah’s Candy Kitchen A-167 Starbucks CLOTHING, SHOES, ACCESSORIES J-180 Alex and Ani L-144 Beautiful Closet J-178 Brackish Waters L-142 Carhartt L-160 Cariloha Bamboo J-172 Comfort One Shoes K-171 Community Love L-160 Del Sol Color Change J-164 Faith2Felicity L-153 House of JonLei Atelier L-138 Miguel Wilson Collection A-189 ZAAF
GIFTS & HOME GOODS A-177 AMERICA! A-173 Build-A-Bear Workshop K-131 Corinto Gallery K-121 MahoganyBooks K-162 PGAHC Arts’tination PERSONAL CARE & SERVICES L-120 Bella Cosmetic Surgery D-145 BrookieGirl Q-162 CVS Pharmacy L-141 Divine Nail Spa K-181 Girlkin Lashes K-161 Harbor Cleaners Q-221 Precision Orthopedic L-125 Harborside Surgery Center B-168 Marina Office S-201 Medical Pavilion M-128 Roll by Goodyear N Cove Sunoco L-145 The UPS Store M-136 Zen Yoga RESIDENTIAL R-250 The Esplanade R-250 The Flats Sales Office K-157 Fleet Street W-145 The Haven
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HOTELS K-156 AC Hotel by Marriott • AC Lounge G Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center • Belvedere Lobby Bar • Diablo’s Cantina • Old Hickory Steakhouse • Relache Spa O-250 Hampton Inn & Suites F-123 Hyatt Place NH MGM National Harbor • Ginger • National Market • Tap Sports Bar • Voltaggio Brothers Steak House H-192 Residence Inn A-171 The Westin • Sauciety Q-250 Club Wyndham National Harbor
Helpful Information • Check In: 12:00 noon; Check Out: 11:30 a.m.
• Approach and Docking: As you approach Marker 4, hail us on Channel 72 or 16. • Electrical Hook-Up: Each slip is equipped with either a 30, 50, or 100 amp service.
• Restroom and Showers: Located in the marina office, use the access code to enter after hours. • Recycling: Trash and recycling are located outside of the gates on the concrete main pier.
Amenities • Floating docks with full length finger piers
• Complimentary cable television and public access Wi-Fi • 30, 50 and 100 amp shore power
• Gated access monitored by security • Clean and well-appointed boater lounge and laundry/bath facilities
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Washington D.C. (only 15 minutes away) The Capital Wheel Boating in D.C. paddle boats Tanger Outlets MGM National Harbor Nationals Park Oxon Hill Manor Old Town Alexandria Mt. Vernon National Colonial Farm at Piscataway Park Topgolf
• Non-ethanol gasoline and diesel • On-site pump out
• Ice available for purchase
• Garage parking (complimentary pass for annual slip holders); more than 40 restaurants, all in walking distance • Potomac Gourmet Market within walking distance, offering a selection of wine and beer
• Popular retailers in the Waterfront District including Carhartt, Alex and Ani, and many more • West Marine is nearby
• Convenient access to the Water Taxi to explore nearby attractions • Dry cleaning facilities nearby
• Special events in the summer for slip holders and guests
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National Harbor Port Personality
KENNY REPKA DOCKMASTER National Harbor Marina
If you didn’t work at National Harbor Marina, what would your dream job be? I would own a large enough piece of land to farm and hunt. On the property, I would have a produce stand, pumpkin patch for the fall and a tree stand just before Christmas. What is your favorite part of the day at the marina? Walking the marina first thing in the morning with a cup of coffee. It’s like the calm before the storm. What is the one attraction that every visitor should see at National Harbor? I would recommend strolling along American Way. The statues and art speak to the history of our nation, which embodies the spirit of National Harbor.
What is one of your most memorable moments at National Harbor? Every season has unique highlights, but I always enjoy the season-ending party with the team. It’s awesome to sit back and reflect on how each of them grew individually and what impact they made on the customer experience. What is the most important item to always keep on a boat? A fishing rod or beer… :) What do you like to do on your days off? I like to spend the day fishing or getting ready for hunting season.
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You absolutely can’t beat the relationships that you can build around National Harbor — the boaters, the community, my colleagues and the team. Everyone here is amazing!
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Where is your favorite place to eat near your marina? The best dining spot for fresh oysters and cold local beer is at The Walrus Oyster & Ale House.
Sport fishing definitely tops my list. “Half Empty Shotgun” by Kyle Park, “Things Look Good Around Here” by Roger Creager and “A Pirate Looks at Forty” by Jimmy Buffett.
Team Bio Harrison Mertins ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER Harrison loves the outdoors and the opportunity to be on the water that comes with working at National Harbor Marina. His favorite parts of the job are his interactions with guests, helping to make their day special. In his downtime, Harrison enjoys working out, spending time with friends and family, and making a day of hiking Great Falls trails along the Potomac River. Harrison has been busy restoring his newly acquired 13-foot Classic Boston Whaler.
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National Harbor The Pride of the Potomac
By Susan Elnicki Wade Author of Crab Decks & Tiki Bars of the Chesapeake Bay
A 17-foot tall aluminum arm stretches toward the heavens. Nearby a colossal hand, knee and foot emerge next to the yawning head of a giant who struggles to rise from his subterranean slumber. Laughing children scamper in the sand between his body parts, tickle his toes and marvel at the massive waterfront statue entitled “The Awakening.” This remarkable work of art is an appropriate centerpiece for National Harbor, which has transformed and energized one of the premier destinations along the East Coast. Thanks to the vision of developer Milton Peterson, nearly 12 million visitors arrive annually to enjoy a spectacular waterfront experience on the Potomac River.
Prelude to the Present The story of this scenic property reaches back hundreds of years to when the region was populated by Algonquin tribes. Early 17th century settlements flourished by using the navigable Potomac River for trade, food and transportation. Farmers coaxed a cornucopia of fruits and vegetables from the fertile soil, and watermen pulled delicacies from the waves. During the Civil War, troops, supplies and arms floated downstream to battle fields.
The 350 acres where National Harbor stands began as part of a several thousand-acre land grant to John Addison, who immigrated here in 1667 and built a prosperous tobacco farm. In 1927 Sumner Wells, an ambassador to Cuba and advisor to President Franklin Roosevelt, bought some of the property, erected a stately mansion and entertained dignitaries on the grounds. After his passing, the footprint for National Harbor returned to a serene sanctuary for wildlife. National Harbor Marina
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A Charmed Riverside Retreat National Harbor is conveniently located 10 miles away from the Washington Monument and the first U.S. president’s home in Mount Vernon and five miles from historic Alexandria, VA. You can join the cars zipping along the Woodrow Wilson Bridge or catch the water taxi to reach these destinations. Or you can take a turn on the 180-foot tall Capital Wheel to admire them from a distance and scope out the Waterfront District from above. The Flight Deck lounge at the Ferris wheel’s base ensures no guests get thirsty.
Just outside of Washington, DC, this underutilized property caught the attention of Peterson Company, which bought the land in 1984. At what seemed like the blink of an eye, a new marina, buildings and tree-lined streets appeared. In 2008, Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center opened as the largest hotel between New Jersey and Florida. Tanger Outlets shopping center was launched in 2013, and the Capital Wheel started spinning in 2014. MGM National Harbor first welcomed guests to its casino in 2016.
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The atmosphere along the shore is festive and lively. Marina staff extend a warm welcome to boats up to 150 feet and offer a gamut of first-class amenities that make boaters smile — security gate, free Wi-Fi, fuel, pump-out and more. You will find something for everyone at every stage of life. Parents push strollers on the pier past firstdate couples and seniors tossing crackers to ducks dawdling in the waves. Water lovers can become members of Freedom Boat Club at National Harbor and gain access to a fleet of boats to cruise the surrounding waterways on their own (and take advantage of the 300 reciprocal locations). To create a vibrant cultural scene, National Harbor invested about $11 million in public art, and MGM added another $12 million to the indoor and outdoor collections. “The
Awakening” is not the only interactive statue on the premises. Most of the art is approachable, and you are encouraged to play with it and take selfies. An informational tour accessible by phone shares the stories of all the works. Favorites include life-like statues of famous figures: Abraham Lincoln, Henry Ford, Rosie the Riveter, Louis Armstrong, Marilyn Monroe and America’s Team of service men and women from each branch of the U.S. military forces. Year-round events and festivals — such as Cherry Blossom, Water Lantern, Crab & Beer, Chesapeake Oyster & Wine Festivals, and the summer concert series Rock’n Raftup — make every day feel like a holiday. Movies on the Potomac presents free films under the stars on Thursday and Sunday nights in the spring and summer. MGM National Harbor is more than an electrifying place to test your luck at poker, slots and roulette. Its theater showcases national acts for all generations from Chicago and Gladys Knight to Jon Bellion and Mariah Carey. (See a list of events on page 17.)
watering feasts. Cuisines range from take-out Maryland crab cakes that you can devour on the dock to juicy steaks served on tables draped with white linens. With 40 eateries to choose from, nobody goes home hungry. Nightlife features clubs with everything from dueling pianos to a mechanical bull. It’s not unusual to have so much fun at National Harbor that you don’t want to leave. They’ve got that covered, too. With eight hotels, stay as long as you like and let the staff pamper you like royalty.
Fitbit wearers watch their steps soar at National Harbor, because they encounter myriad of activities to keep them in motion. You can bike or stroll along the harbor walking trail to get different perspectives of the waterfront and marina, or rent a paddleboard, kayak or pedal boat for fitness on the waves. Wearing comfy shoes is a good idea if you’re an avid shopper, with 160 stores ready to accommodate your fashion desires from casual attire to high-end designs. Don’t worry if all this activity works up an appetite. Irresistible aromas drift out of restaurants perched on the gentle slope of Oxon Hill, as chefs concoct mouthNational Harbor Marina
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The Nation’s River A BOUNTIFUL CATCH IN HISTORIC WATERS
By Capt. Steve Chaconas, National Bass Guide Service, SEOPA, nationalbass@aol.com Native Americans, settlers and George Washington harvested fish from the Potomac River for centuries. In the late 1800s, residents stocked the river with largemouth bass. By the 1970s, bass angling began to take off when subaquatic vegetation returned. All the top professional bass fishing circuits have visited the river. Thanks to the region’s moderate climate, you can cast a line into the Potomac’s tidal fisheries nearly year-round, as the river rarely ices over. The major forage includes shad and crawfish. Fish are found in shallow areas with water up to five feet deep, and you can catch them with a variety of lures in grass, pads and old wooden barges.
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While you’re on the water waiting for fish to take the bait, enjoy the scenery along the river. History surrounds the Potomac with views of Mount Vernon, Fort Washington and the Nation’s Capital. Nature coexists as bald eagles take off within sight of Reagan National flight patterns. Whatever your favorite season or style of angling, the Potomac can provide memorable fishing experiences to enhance your visit to National Harbor.
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