Free Boat Cruises

Some Background

Philip Townsend moved from the Greater Toronto Area in October 2018 to Rossport.  Over the years, he had driven the Trans-Canada Highway (TCH) many times along the North Shore of Lake Superior but had never had an opportunity to get onto "The Big Lake".  In 2019, he purchased his first power boat and named it "The North Shore".  The boat has a powerful in-board V8 engine, comfortable seating, a wide and deep-V hull that is well suited to Lake Superior.  The boat is equipped with all the required safety equipment and has a modern satellite navigation system.  Since 2019, Philip has developed an intimate knowledge of the lake and has enjoyed exploring and soaking up the incredible experiences that Lake Superior has to offer.

Philip possesses his Pleasure Craft Operator License.

The Offer

Not everyone has a boat and many cannot afford to charter a boat for a cruise that will provide the opportunity to get up close to this magnificent lake.  

People "sail" along the TCH not knowing what the lake has to offer and miss out on experiencing the beauty and majesty of this very special lake.  Philip has taken numerous people out onto the lake, sometimes on an impromptu basis when he happened to be taking his boat out and people were visiting the Rossport Marina.  

While on the lake, he offers a guided commentary about the islands, the lake and the history of the area.

As a way of giving people an opportunity to experience the lake as can only be done from a boat, Philip will take individuals on a free boat cruise.

Details

The following provides details about this offering and the limitations that apply:

1. Each guest that goes on the boat cruise relinquishes and foregoes any and all rights to take any type of action against Philip Townsend, his heirs and successors and his estate.  This includes claims for any injury, loss of life or loss of property.  This includes during the boarding, de-boarding, cruise and hiking the islands that may be visited while on the cruise.  Each guest will will be required to sign a Liability Waiver that has been witnessed prior to boarding the boat.

2. The boat cruises leave from the Rossport Marina at the appointed time and normally will last approximately 3 to 4 hours.  The evening cruises are timed to see the incredible sunset that takes place near the Rossport Islands. Please arrive at the marina at least 15 minutes prior to departure.

3. The offering has no connection with the Rossport Harbour Non-Profit Marina Inc. (Rossport Marina) or the Rossport Tourism Association and is in no way endorsed by these organizations.

4. Animals are not permitted on the boat cruise.

5. Fishing is not permitted on the boat cruise.

6. Consumption of alcohol or any form of drugs is not permitted on the boat cruise.

7. If the boat operator decides that it is necessary to cancel the cruise, the guest who made the reservation will be contacted in advance by email.

8. Guests on the boat cruise should bring appropriate clothing as sometimes, depending on the day or time of day, the lake can be cool or warm or both.

9. Guests on the boat cruise should plan to bring water or a non-alcoholic beverage, sunglasses, sunscreen lotion and bug spray.

10. It is recommended that guests bring a device for photo taking.

11. During the boat cruise, a cellular signal is generally available.

12. Before the boat cruise leaves the marina, all guests will be required to read the Safety Briefing.

13. The boat cruise is being offered for free.  Guests on the boat cruise can decide if they would like to make a contribution to the Rossport Marina.  This can be done by clicking here or by scanning the QR code located at the Rossport Marina.