TOWING SERVICE AROUND OLCOTT AREA

[ripnlip]

I was wondering what boat tow service covers the Olcott/Wilson/Niagara area? I know Boat US covers Lake Erie. But not sure who covers Lake Ontario.

 

Thanks!

[Ryno23]

I know there is a Boat US in Sodus not sure out that way.

[dewey123]

If you call 911. They will send the fire dept out to tow you in. Me and my brother were out a few years ago and the boat broke down. We flagged a guy down and he wouldn't give us a tow but said he will call 911. By that time the waves were getting out of control for a 21 ft boat (3-5 ft waves with out power) but the fire dept came out and towed us back for free

[dewey123]

This was in olcott

[Capt Vince Pierleoni]

This is done out of the goodness of the Olcott fire company, made up of volunteers. We are very fortunate to have them in the harbor.

[ripnlip]

Wow! That is incredible! I would think a nice donation to the fire department would be in order. At least I know that's what I would do. So I'm guessing there isn't a towing company based in the area?

 

I want to thank everyone who answered back so quickly. Be safe & God bless.

[Kooter469]

Olcott Fire Co towed me in from 6 miles out and these guys are so skilled and awesome at what they do! Yes a Generous Donation in a Christmas Card is in order. Cant say enough good things about them!

[dewey123]

Yes captain Vince this was extremely good of them to do. I was surprised and I did donate money to them ripnlip. They insisted that I didn't have to but I did. Very nice people that towed us back. I had no idea that they did that. i never ran into any body that wasn't more than friendly and helpful in olcott. Great port

[ripnlip]

Dewey I'd have to agree with you! Been coming to Olcott/Wilson/Niagara since the mid 90's & this area (all the people) are very friendly & go the extra mile to be courteous. Thanks! 

[dewey123]

I was blown away that they came out and towed us let alone for free. I can't remember now if there is a tow boat in Youngstown or not. I kinda got the thread off topic alittle sorry. I know the coast guard station is in Youngstown.