Unusual for September, many days began overcast but almost always turned warm and sunny by mid-day.  These beautiful days were enjoyed by our boaters that have discovered the peace and tranquility that occurs here every year after Labor Day.

The following fishing tournaments were held:  Avalon Billfish Classic September 8th - 10th, the 2008 Zane Grey/Riviera Invitational Tournament September 15th - 17th and the 2008 Hatteras Catalina Classic, September 22nd - 24th.   September activity also included the Cross Channel Outrigger Race on September 6th, the 50th Annual Art Festival held September 20th and 21st and the Wine Festival held September 27thth. The 23rd Annual Tin Cup Tournament was held Thursday, September 11thth with the Team S.S. Minnow landing a whopping 4.66 pound barracuda to win. Nevada Yacht Club visited the harbor the first weekend after Labor Day.

Cruise ship activity also increased in September.  In addition to the regular Tuesday (PARADISE) and Wednesday (MONARCH OF THE SEAS) visits, the Sapphire Princess visited on Thursday, September 25th.

September 2008 stats are as follows:
 People aboard boats: 7,912
 Vessels Moored: 1,978
 Vessels Anchored: 223
 Lost/Stolen Reports: 3 lost/16 found
 Accident Reports: 0
 Average Temp - High: 74
 Average Temp - Low: 62
 Average Sea Temp: 70
 Rain: 0
 Moorings Sold/transferred: 0
 Citations Issued: 4
 Discharges: 1
 Cruise Ship Passengers:
   Paradise - 5 weeks: 11,314
   Monarch - 3 weeks: 9,814
   Sapphire Princess - 1 wk: 2,628
 Total Cruise Ship: 23,750

Shoulder rates are in effect from September 15th to October 14th.  For boaters who pay for Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday in advance, the following Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday are free. Harbor winter rate begins on October 15th.  Boaters who are moored in the Avalon Harbor and pay 2 days in advance will receive the next 5 consecutive days free.

Dinghy Dock users are asked to pay particular attention to signs posted at the top of ramps indicating removal of docks and re-locate dinghies as necessary.  Also, dinghies are required to move at least every 72 hours and must be kept in seaworthy condition making sure not to have any sharp protrusions that could cause harm to other boats.