What is Skip the Locks?
Boating is expensive. Let's face it. So, we want to make it easier to save time and money - allowing you to enjoy your destination to its fullest.
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If you have ever travelled from Lake Simcoe or Couchiching to Georgian Bay, you know the hassle of travelling through the final four locks. You're lucky to get through in one day, and how much in fuel did it cost you?
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Many of our customers want to save fuel, save time, are nervous about navigating the locks, or just want to get to their favourite place and explore quicker!
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So, with the help of our professional, Marine Certified (mechanic + transport driver), we can now bring your boat from Bridge Port Marina to one of three locations of your choosing on Georgian Bay!
Let us help you.
How does it work?
We work with most of the premier marinas in Lake Simcoe and Georgian Bay.
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We offer pick-up and drop-off at facilities such as Bridge Port Marina, Wye Heritage Marina, Parry Sound Marina along with many others.
Disclaimer:
All boat owners are responsible for removing canvas bringing in fenders rope's and packing up boats for transport please see the bottom of our page for helpful tips on how to prep your boat for transport.
Rates are for one-way from Lake Simcoe to Georgian Bay or Georgian bay to lake Simcoe.
Moves will be done Monday through Thursday conveniently on the evenings and weekends so you don't have to take time off work.
There will be no moves on Fridays unless your boat is under 8.5 ft wide.
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Book transport both ways with Skip the Locks and receive 10% off.
Thank you for considering
1) Book Your Trip
Book your trip from lake Simcoe to Georgian Bay using the Book Now button.
Once you receive a call from us confirming a time to transport your boat you will simply show up at Bridgeport Marina at your allowed time and date.
2) Fill-up, stock-up, snack-up
We recommend while at Bridgeport Marina, or other marinas - fuel up your boat grab some snacks extra fluids, get a fresh pump out and be ready for your trip.
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Hint: when you buy fuel from your pickup marina, you do not have to pay Launch Ramp fees!
3) We Load Your Boat
Next, we will load your boat on our air-ride-equipped, hydraulic trailer strap it down and transport you to the beautiful Georgian bay.
Destinations
Destinations:
We are utilizing three launch ramps for your boat drop-off.
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Port Severn at the Honey Harbour Exit.
Price: $450
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Wye Heritage Marina
​Price: $550
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Penetanguishene Public Launch Ramp.
Price: $625
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Parry Sound Marina
Price: $850
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Skip the locks is available to boats under 36 ft to 38 ft in length.
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All sizes can be considered, please note boats over 12' beam require special permits and extra time when booking your trip.
