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July 15th, 2010

Guemes Island Ferry annual haul-out to take place from October 4 - October 19, 2010

SKAGIT COUNTY - The 2010 Guemes Island Ferry haul-out will take place from October 4 to October 19. The ferry's last run will occur Sunday, October 3 at 8:00 pm. The vessel is scheduled to return to service October 20 at 6:00 am.

To improve reliability, lower costs, and protect capital improvement, Skagit County adopted a Maintenance Program that includes an annual dry-docking of the Guemes Island Ferry. During the haul-out, Skagit County will remove and replace one main engine, conduct ultrasound readings on the hull to determine hull thickness and life expectancy, paint void spaces and portions of the superstructure, perform other small maintenance items, and complete the USCG dry-dock credit.

Arrow Launch will provide a passenger-only service that will run on the regularly-scheduled sailing times. The passenger-only boat accommodates 49 passengers and carries both bicycles and small motorbikes. Skagit Transit will provide a bus on Guemes Island to provide transportation.

For more information, contact Rachel Beck at (360) 333-1496 or at rachelb@co.skagit.wa.us