Sunday, March 6, 2011

Kent Island West Marine at Red Apple Plaza Doubles Size

Full Weekend of Free Events Scheduled for Grand Opening Celebration March 18-20

  Chester, MD -- To better serve the needs of Kent Island boaters, West Marine has doubled the size of its store at 2122 DiDinato Drive in the Red Apple Plaza Shopping Center. The grand opening celebration will include three days of special events starting Friday, March 18 through Sunday, March 20 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Family friendly activities include kids casting competitions, high tech electronic demonstrations, raffle prizes, special deals and free hot dogs (while supplies last). The Maryland Saltwater Sportfishermen's Association (MSSA) will be on hand with tips and tricks for fishing in the Chesapeake Bay.
  Responding to the needs of Kent Island boaters, the store has been expanded to 12,500 square feet and now includes a huge selection of salt water fishing gear and tackle, specifically selected for the region. There is also a full engine parts department and an increased selection of inflatable boats, motors and kayaks. Product selections throughout the Store have been improved, plus a large selection of technical clothing and foul weather gear, designed by boaters for boaters are now on deck.
 The Kent Island West Marine will have a crew of 16 associates. Store Manager Drew Watts has been a powerboater for over 15 years. He is a native of Annapolis and currently keeps a 24-foot cuddy cabin Wellcraft on the South River.
 Other members of Kent Island team include: Michael Bassler who is a sailing and electronics specialist and Debbie Dilkes, a five-year veteran of West Marine with plumbing and electrical expertise. Also on staff will be two fishing experts, Ryan Dutsler and S.P. Sheehan, who can assist customers with any questions about bay and offshore fishing.
  “The Kent Island West Marine was designed to meet the needs of the island boating community,” said Watts. “Our staff consists of a diverse group of sailors, boaters and anglers who are eager to meet the needs of Chesapeake area boaters.

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