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TowBoatUS Danville Opens
Boaters on the Kentucky Lake, bordering Kentucky and Tennessee, now have round-the-clock on-water assistance with the opening of TowBoatUS Danville. Owned and operated by lifelong boater Capt. Bob McMackins, the port provides on-water towing, fuel delivery, soft ungroundings and jump-starts to help boaters get home safely.
“ As boating demand continues to grow in the area, opening TowBoatUS Danville was a natural next step,” said McMackins in a news release.“ Expanding our footprint means faster response times and reliable assistance for boaters who rely on us when their day on the water doesn’ t go as planned.”
TowBoatUS Danville will operate two 19- foot red response vessels, Angler Bay and NauticStar center-consoles homeported at Cane Creek Marina and Campground. The vessels will be operated by a team of four U. S. Coast Guardlicensed captains, according to the company. With the opening of this new port, the team will be able to cut response times along the Kentucky Lake in half.
Boat Owners Association of The United States( BoatUS) offers on-water towing memberships for $ 130 / year for freshwater. In addition to a BoatUS Towing Membership, members also receive more than 25 valuable BoatUS benefits including a subscription to award-winning BoatUS Magazine, free DSC-VHF radio registration and more.
To request on-water assistance, boaters can call the BoatUS toll-free 24 / 7 Dispatch Center at 800-391-4869, download the free BoatUS App, which connects boaters to the closest local towing captain, call TowBoatUS Danville directly at 931-721-3483 or hail on VHF radio Ch. 16.
Claudio’ s Marina Opens 2026 Season with Revitalized Waterfront
Claudio’ s Marina just reopened for the 2026 season with a new chapter that blends tradition with fresh coastal concepts. The season begins with the return of its anchor property, Claudio’ s Waterfront, alongside the revival of a historic favorite, Claudio’ s Restaurant( formerly Claudio’ s Tavern & Grill), and the debut of an entirely new concept, Saylor Beach House. The marina also introduced a new boutique, Le Shack Beach.
Claudio’ s Waterfront is officially open for lunch service from 11 a. m. to 5 p. m., according to the marina. Known for its dockside dining, seafood dishes and cocktails, the restaurant operates weekends only to start, expanding to full-time hours as the season progresses.
Debuting Friday, May 1, Claudio’ s Restaurant ushers in a new chapter for this Greenport landmark. The refreshed space leans into its historic harborfront charm, according to the marina, with a cozy dining room made for shared plates and sunset views. Guests can expect classic coastal fare and signature seafood dishes alongside tavern staples, crisp salads, brunch favorites and a curated cocktail and wine list. The restaurant will be open Fridays through Sundays leading up to Memorial Day Weekend and then transition to a Thursday through Sunday schedule. Hours are Thursday from 5pm to 9pm, Friday from 4pm to 9pm, Saturday from 11am to 9pm, and Sunday from 11am to 4pm.
In keeping with marina tradition, pizza is also offered on-site from Peter’ s Pizzeria, according to the marina, known for its classic New York – style pies, fresh ingredients and crowd-pleasing favorites.
Claudio ' s Marina Debuts Fresh Experiences The exciting new addition to the marina this season is Saylor Beach House, a Mediterranean-inspired dockside restaurant and bar. Saylor blends polished design with relaxed coastal living, according to the marina, offering a new destination for waterfront dining. Saylor Beach House will be open Thursday through Friday 4 to 9 p. m. and Saturday through Sunday 11:30 a. m.- 10 p. m. kicking off Memorial Day weekend.
Adding to the experience, Le Shack Beach will open as a boho-inspired boutique with a welltraveled point of view, according to the marina. Visitors can explore the shop beginning Memorial Day weekend, with hours Thursday from 11am to 6pm, Friday from 11am to 8pm, Saturday from 11am to 8pm, and Sunday from 11am to 6pm. Following Memorial Day weekend, Le Shack Beach will be open daily from 11am to 8pm.
“ Claudio’ s has always been about evolution while staying deeply connected to the community that made it what it is,” said Celeste Fierro, Managing Partner of Claudio’ s, in a news release.“ As a North Fork waterfront fixture for generations, we’ re reimagining Claudio ' s with each season. We are proud to be restoring the spirit of Claudio’ s Restaurant and embracing complimentary neighbors like Saylor Beach House and Le Shack Beach, all while honoring our local roots and the guests who made this harbor home.”
New menus and programming for each restaurant will be announced soon, according to the marina. Guests can also take advantage of Claudio’ s and Saylor Beach House dedicated events teams, available to host everything from intimate gatherings to large-scale celebrations throughout the season.
www. boatingindustry. com may 2026
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