Massive Marine Garage Sale Presented by the Maritime Museum of BC

Maritime Museum

 

The Maritime Museum of BC presents is annual fundraiser, the Massive Marine Garage Sale on Saturday, April 12th, 2014 from 9:00am — 1:00pm in the Pier A warehouse building at Ogden Point (the cruise ship terminal) on Dallas Road in Victoria.

 Set-up time: Bring your items on Friday, April 11th, from 3:00 to 6:00pm or on Saturday, April 12, from 7:00 to 8:30am.  Please ensure your table or display is completed before 9:00am Saturday. 

Cost:                    

Entrance $5 for adults: children 12 and under are FREE

  Sellers, inside, includes table rental (individuals) and outside space

 Car toppers (kayaks, dinghies, masts, outboards etc.) and boats on trailers

 $35 ($25 for early birds before April 1stth)

 Commercial enterprises – $85

 Parking: Free

 Marine Garage Sale
What to buy and sell: All marine-related and outdoor items.

 Marine: lines, fenders, charts, winches, marine tools, paddles, boat clothing, unopened paint, outboard engines, outdated inventory, fishing gear, sails, books, electronics, anchors, dishes, tableware, cushions, etc.

 Recreational: tents, sleeping bags, paddles, kayaks, life jackets, tarps, RVs, rafts, trailers, camping accessories, hiking gear, sports equipment, skis, snowboards, etc.

 Selling Your Boat: An outside area will be available for selling small crafts, boats on trailers, Zodiacs, marine motors, masts, and RVs, etc. You will be responsible for your display.

 Do not bring: furniture, hydrocarbons, engines with fuel, open paint cans, solvents, and hazardous materials.

Marine Garage Sale 2

 NO PURCHASING BEFORE 9AM. This applies to vendors and the public. Bring plenty of change!

 ATM: there will be an ATM near site.

 Pack it in—pack it out. All unsold items must be removed at the end of the sale.

 Donations: the Maritime Museum accepts donations of items to sell on their tables.These may be dropped off at the Museum at 28 Bastion Square.

 

To Register or for more information: ajones@mmbc.bc.ca or 385-4222 ext. 102

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