liveaboard
Christmas Night
Liveaboard boaters from CYC and Gangplank Marina gathered around The Wharf firepit on Christmas night for some much needed camaraderie. Huge thanks to CYC for planning the event. The wood was a little wet from the rain but that didn’t stop the fire or anyone from having a good time. If anyone would have told us we’d be sitting around the firepit in shorts and flip-flips in December we would… Read More »Christmas Night
Happy Holidays from GPSA
As you celebrate this special season may your heart be filled with joy and peace. May blessings of the holiday linger in your (boat) home and stay with you throughout the year.
J’s Farewell Party
Not long ago we received the news that our General Manager, Jerome Nickerson, would be leaving the marina to pursue other opportunities in Hawaii. J has been Gangplank Marina’s General Manager for a number of years. While we are sad to see him go, we certainly wish him well! Gangplankers gathered on “Laconic” for a farewell party on the night of December 21, 2015. (Photo credit: Melissa Wetzler) Thanks for… Read More »J’s Farewell Party
POWYC/CYC Annual Chili Cookoff
Many Gankplankers attended the POWYC/CYC Annual Chili Cookoff. GPSA President Kathy Heet and board member Jason Kopp won 1st place (judge’s choice) with their chorizo chili and new Gangplank D-dockers Elizabeth and Patrick won 1st place (people’s choice) with their amazing chili.
Return of the “Peggie”
The Peg Leg Award (AKA “Peggie”) was created in 2012 to recognize deeds that form the foundation of our community. The award is given in recognition of being a good neighbor. Why a peg leg? Because we live on boats! And because we think that a good neighbor often provides support beyond what we are capable of doing alone. The Peggie highlights the strong sense of community that makes living… Read More »Return of the “Peggie”
Ugly Sweater Run 2015
Ugly Sweater Run DC – December 12th, 2015 – 9:00am – National Harbor. Join the Gangplank team! Message us to add your name to the list. Photo credit: http://theuglysweaterrun.com
GPSA Parade of Lights Decorating Party
GPSA Parade of Lights Decorating Party on December 3rd! https://www.facebook.com/events/525085337656434/ GPSA is hosting a decorating party during Happy Hour on Thursday, December 3rd. This isn’t to take away from HH, but to encourage participants to stop over. The goal is to get as many boats decorated as possible for the 2015 Parade of Lights on December 5th. We will be providing pizza, mulled wine, music, and good company. So, if… Read More »GPSA Parade of Lights Decorating Party
Patrick’s Farewell
Gangplankers saying goodbye to security guard Patrick Slaughter as he leaves for new opportunities in sunny Florida. He will most definitely be missed!
Gangplank Marina Documentary
You may have noticed a few camera crews walking around during the Boat-Home Tour. One of them was The Atlantic and they put together a short documentary of our wonderful community. Watch it here: http://www.theatlantic.com/video/index/415470/how-to-afford-waterfront-property-buy-a-houseboat
