Available Slips

821 Dock Street
Tacoma, WA 98402
(253) 272-4404

Foss Harbor Marina currently has the following slips available as of 11/10/08:
26’ Covered
28’ Covered
30’ Covered
28’ Open
36’ Open
40’ Open
50’ Open

Please ask about our winter move in special!

You better not pout, I'm tellin' you why . . .

Start untangling your Christmas lights now for the Foss Waterway Holiday Boat Decorating Contest and First Annual Foss Waterway Christmas Festival. Don’t miss out on the fun and prizes. Last year almost $3,000 in prizes were awarded.

This year's event is called: SEAS 'n GREETINGS! Holiday Lighted Boat Parade. It will be held on December 13th.

Judging of Lighted Boats begins @ 4:00pm & the Lighted Boat Parade starts @ 5:30pm

Late Fee Increase and Impound Policy Change

In an effort to stem the wave of late payments the marina has been receiving, we are changing our late fees and impound policies. This will be effective November 1, 2008. Late fees will increase to $25. You will still have a grace period from the 1st of the month until the 10th of the month. Late fees will be issued as always on the 11th of the month. However, all vessels are now subject to impoundment if payments are not received by the 15th of the month in which they are due. Please communicate with us if you have any special issues regarding payments. We want to try and work with you whenever possible. Hopefully together, we can stop this growing problem.

Many of us spend less time aboard our boats during the Fall and Winter. To save frustration and money in the spring, please winterize your boat. Here are a few helpful hints:
Lines – Make sure lines are in good shape and secure. Engine(s) – Consult a marine mechanic or check with your owner's manual for the best recommendations on winterizing your boat’s engines. Fuel - Fill your fuel tank(s) to avoid a build up of condensation over the winter months. Add a fuel stabilizer. Change the fuel filter(s) and water separator(s). Bilges - Check bilge pumps to ensure they are working and that float switches properly activate the pumps and that they are not hindered by debris. Fresh Water System - Completely drain the fresh water tank and hot water heater if not in use over the winter. Head – If not in use during the winter, pump out and rinse the holding tank several times. Interior - Open all drawers and lockers and clean thoroughly. Turn cushions up on edge for air circulation. Open and clean the refrigerator and freezer. To keep your boat dry and mildew-free you might want to install a dehumidifier or use some of the commercially available odor and moisture absorber products such as "Damp Away". Battery - Check your battery to make sure it is fully charged, clean terminals, add water if necessary and make sure your charging system is working. Most Important - Make sure to check your boat periodically during the winter.