Portland Shipyard and Portland Yacht Services Inc.

06/10/2026

06/01/2026

Just added a boating safety class date: Sat, June 27. See link for more info.

Your boat doesn't drive itself. Be safe, then go out. Come learn how.

A ONE DAY safety class reviews recreational boating in a classroom setting using small boats ashore as teaching aids. Attending the class and passing a multiple-choice test gets you a NASBLA / Maine IFW certification. The certification is lifetime and recognized nationwide.

This class or an equivalent is mandatory to operate a motorboat greater than 25 horsepower for recreational purposes on Maine waters (fresh or tidal) if you were born on or after January 1, 1999. Exemptions: registered Maine guides (hunting, fishing, and recreational guides only), commercial fishermen (only when fishing, still required when recreational boating), daily boat renters, and merchant mariners.

Topics include ...
Knowing your boat before getting underway
Operating your boat
Legal compliance
Emergencies
Environmental concerns
Enjoying water sports

Dates
Saturday, March 14
Saturday, April 11
Saturday, May 23
Saturday, June 27
8AM-4PM pm (7 hrs, 1-hr lunch)

Cost
March class is free
Other dates are $35
(You only need to attend one of these days and pass the quiz to be certified)

Enrollment by phone required before class day. Must be accompanied by parent/guardian if under 16 or with prior approval from instructor. If unable/cannot afford to pay for the class, they will not be prevented from attending.

Contact ...
Tom Russell
207-774-1067 x7
[email protected]

05/05/2026

Congratulations to team Nichols & Cunningham for winning the PYS Top Finisher award at the annual Special Olympics Maine benefit tournament on Cobbosseecontee Lake. Great job!

05/05/2026

Congratulations to team Madera & Flaherty for winning the PYS Top Finisher prize at the Freedom Team Trail Tournament on China Lake. They also took home the PYS/Freedom Team Trail lunker award. Great job!

04/21/2026

Twenty more boaters added a thing or two to their bag of tricks. Lots of good questions! Next safety class Saturday, May 23. See comments for link or call to enroll 207-774-1067.

04/20/2026

Big congratulations to team Deering and Petropoulos for winning the PYS Top finisher prize at the Freedom Team Trail tournament on Great Pond, April 18th. Not only did they take home the Top Finisher Prize, but Nick Deering also won the PYS / Freedom Team Trail lunker award for the Tournament. Outstanding job....

03/23/2026

🎣 2026 Top Finisher Program — Registration Open

At Portland Yacht Services, we don’t just service bass boats—we support the anglers behind them.

The Top Finisher Program is built to reward performance on the water:

💰 Earn up to $500 for top finishes
🎯 Open to sanctioned Maine tournaments
✅ Simple: register + run the PYS decal

No fluff—just real support for competitive anglers doing it right.

👉 Register here: https://www.portlandyacht.com/top-finisher-program

Fish hard. Finish strong. Get rewarded.

02/27/2026

The boats are in place and we’re ready to welcome you.
Join White Rock Outboard and Portland Yacht Services at the Portland Boat Show and step aboard the latest models, explore premium marine solutions, and take advantage of exclusive boat show specials.
From new Bentley Pontoons and top-tier outboards to full-service yacht care and storage solutions, our teams are here to help you plan your next season on the water with confidence.
Stop by the booth, connect with our crew, and see what’s new for 2026.

02/26/2026

Doors open at noon — and the boat show savings are waiting.

Join us at the Portland Yacht Services & White Rock Outboard booth at the Portland Boat Show to see outboards on display, brand-new Bentley Pontoons, and take advantage of exclusive boat show promotional pricing from all major manufacturers.
If you’ve been thinking about a repower or upgrading your boat, this is the time to secure show-only incentives before they’re gone.

We’ll see you soon.

02/25/2026

Move-in day at the Portland Boat Show 🚤
The boats are staged, the outboards are lined up, and it’s all starting to come together.
We’re ready to welcome you tomorrow — doors open at noon. Come see us!