Ports of Call

Ports of Call
The knowledge and pleasure of safe boating is our business We'd like to make it yours

The CPS Port Captain Program

What Is a "Port Captain"?

Port Captains are CPS members who stand ready to assist boaters in their area.

Port Captains provide reliable information on the area, and comradeship to visitors. Port Captains keep information on hand that a visiting skipper may request over the telephone, such as:

	Navigation hazards which may not be apparent on current charts
	Location and telephone numbers of local doctors and dentists who are willing to treat a transient patient.
	Location and telephone numbers of ambulances or rescue squads.
	Location and telephone numbers of mechanics, repair yards, sail repair, marine fittings and marine equipment stores.
	The closest source of provisions, recommended restaurants and motels

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Recipients of information from Port Captains should realize that the information is given in good faith and to the best of their knowledge, and that the Port Captain, and Kingston Power and Sail Squadron, can not be held responsible for any loss or damage that may be sustained as a result of the advice offered.

Kingston Marinas

Kingston is a pleasure boater's paradise. Whether you're planning to visit over night or moor in Kingston for the season, you simply won't find a friendlier spot. There is so much to see and do in historic Kingston. With 8 marinas located in and around Kingston you'll find all the products and services right at hand.

Our Cruising Area's

The 1000 Islands

The Thousand Islands lies in the St. Lawrence River, running along the Canadian side of the border from Kingston to Brockville, Ontario, a distance of less than 80 km (50m). The Canada/U.S. border runs down the middle of the islands and is clearly shown on all charts. This is one of the best cruising areas anywhere in the world. It has many anchorages, beaches, sport-fishing, tour boats, small towns, campgrounds, and a Canadian federal park as well as US State parks.

The 1000 Islands The actual number of islands in this area is closer to two thousand, with the official count standing at 1,793. The "Forty Acres" is a favorite of sailors because it is close to the many park islands south-west of Gananoque.

If you plan to visit the 1000 Islands by boat, be sure to visit Pat's Boating in Canada. It is one of the oldest and best boating information sites in Canada!

The Rideau Waterway

Location Map The Rideau Waterway is located in the heart of eastern Ontario, Canada. The corridor follows the historic Rideau Canal Waterway which connects Kingston in the south to Ottawa in the north. It is a boater's paradise, attracting pleasure boats from across North America to travel its 202 kilometre (125 mile) length. The Rideau Canal is a Canadian National Historic Site and a nominated World Heritage Site.

If you are going to visit the Rideau Waterway, be sure to visit Ken Watson's Rideau Canal Waterway site The site itself is a boater's paradise and visitor's delight.

After you have looked through the above referenced sites and you still have questions or want to discuss the matter on a personal level, please contact the Port Captain - see Bridge Officers

Responsible for page content: Port Captain - see Bridge Officers