Schedule a Vessel: 757-787-5816 or lward@vims.edu
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Visitors' Brochure (160 K pdf file)
ESL Vessel Fleet
Qty	Vessel	Capacity	Daily Rental
1	27' Carolina skiff	14	$100
3	24' Carolina skiffs	10	$75
1	19' Carolina skiff	5	$65
1	29' Monitor	5	$100
1	25' Parker	6	$200
1	14' Jon Boat	2
1	14' canoe	3

Vessels

The Eastern Shore Laboratory maintains a fleet of small vessels for the support of research and educational activities. The emphasis in this fleet is on small, shallow-draft vessels that provide access to shallow-water habitats along the seaside and bayside of the Eastern Shore.

Small sampling gear, including dredges and trawls, is available at the lab and may be checked out along with the vessels. The Monitor has a boom with power winch for retrieval of heavier pieces of gear.

Use of vessels is restricted to VIMS personnel and visiting investigators with training in vessel operations and local-area knowledge commensurate with needs.

Vessel use is charged at the rate indicated in the table. Additional fuel costs may apply. Classes requiring a vessel operator are charged at a rate of $35/day.

Individuals who are not employees or students of the College of William & Mary should complete the liability waiver before embarking on a VIMS boat.

Scheduling of vessels should be done in advance by contacting Linda Ward at 757-787-5816 or lward@vims.edu. If you have not previously received approval for operating vessels at the Eastern Shore Lab, contact Mark Luckenbach at luck@vims.edu to schedule training or the assistance of the staff.

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