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March 2018 - Your monthly newsletter is back for Michigan's boating season.
DNR website gets fresh, new look
 Sail over to the Michigan DNR's new website at michigan.gov/dnr and check out the easier-to-navigate site, which highlights Michigan boating and other outdoor recreation fun.
Start your next on-the-water adventure at michigan.gov/boating.
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Funding the Michigan boating facilities we love
 Did you know when you register your boat or fuel up at the pump, you are helping fund more than 1,000 boat launches, 19 state harbors and grants that support local boating facility projects?
The revenues from watercraft registration and the Michigan Gas Tax help pay for the ongoing maintenance at public recreational boating facilities, which benefit local and regional economies and contribute to statewide tourism.
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Make sure your watercraft registration is up to date
 Don't be left high and dry. Boating season is just around the corner, so be sure your boat registration is up to date.
All watercraft, unless exempt, must be registered with the Michigan Secretary of State. Registrations expire March 31 in the third year of issuance. Registrations can be renewed online, by mail or in person.
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Are you ship-shape for boating season?
As you take your boat out of winter storage, it's time to start thinking about seasonal preparations. Check out this spring start-up checklist for tips to ensure your season starts off with smooth sailing.
Ensure a fun, safe boating season
 Make safety your 2018 priority and enroll in a boating safety course. There
are options offered across the state and online, making it affordable and
convenient. Some providers are offering special discounts March 18-24!
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We want to hear from you!
We want to include stories, tips, photos and trip ideas from our readers in future newsletters. Share your story and email us!
- Do you have a favorite boat-friendly recipe?
- Have you found a way to fix a common boating problem?
- Want to share photos of your boat out on the water?
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Book your harbor slips now
With the longest U.S. freshwater coastline, there are plenty of harbors to drop anchor.
Make sure your summer boating plans are secure and make a harbor slip reservation.
Reservations can be made up to six months in advance at select harbors.
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