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Ephemerisle cannot be reached by land.  You must arrange for transport and lodging by boat beforehand.  While daytrippers are welcome, please make sure that you arrange a means of getting to and from the event beforehand. Most ferries to shore end at dusk and don't start again until dawn.  If you miss the last ferry, you could spend a cold, wet, sleepless night.   
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Ephemerisle cannot be reached by land.  You must arrange for transport and lodging by boat beforehand.  While daytrippers are welcome, please make sure that you arrange a means of getting to and from the event beforehand. Most ferries to shore end at dusk and don't start again until dawn.  If you miss the last ferry, you could spend a cold, sleepless night.   
  
[http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&ll=38.052957,-121.538486&spn=0.071912,0.139561&msid=100718037888704317369.0004864803082020221ed&source=embed Ephemerisle] is at or around Mandeville Point, about 11 miles from the city of Stockton.  Note when calculating travel time that some of the roads are interrupted by bridges that may be raised to allow for boat traffic.   
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In most years, Ephemerisle has been at [[Mandeville Point]], about 11 miles from the city of Stockton.  Note when calculating travel time that some of the roads are interrupted by bridges that may be raised to allow for boat traffic.   
 
 
Elysium Archipelago: [https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1k3ok57fWqDEhbetQ5HmA4R3fg54&usp=sharing map] <br>
 
 
 
Ephemerisle Locations [https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1eYHOUD8TdKvTJ_-c4HJaYJ--mmo&ll=38.05512019719046%2C-121.47550784999999&z=13 map] <br>
 
  
 
There are basically three options:   
 
There are basically three options:   
  
* bring your own boat
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* Catch a ferry 
* go out on the boat/structure you will be staying on
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* Launch your boat/structure from a nearby boat ramp
* catch a ferry 
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* Bring your own boat all the way by water
 
 
Volunteer ferries are typically operated by the islands, and depart and return to one of the nearby marinas (which are listed below).  Check with the leaders of your island to see if there is a volunteer ferry for your island.  Ferry schedules vary depending on the person operating the ferry.  Do not expect a ferry to tow your floating land or art unless you explicitly arrange this in advance.  Towing home-built structures not designed for the water is very, very slow.
 
 
 
Distances are miles from the marina/launch point to Mandeville Point.
 
  
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== Getting a ride on a ferry ==
  
===SHIP Marina===
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Volunteer ferries are typically operated by the islands, and depart and return to one of the nearby marinas (which are listed below).  Check with the leaders of your island to see if there is a volunteer ferry for your island.  Ferry schedules vary depending on the person operating the ferry.  Do not expect a ferry to tow your floating land or art unless you explicitly arrange this in advance. 
  
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The best place for info on how and where you can catch a ferry is the Ephemerisle Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/105172679576340
This marina is owned and operated by Ephemerisle participants and is dedicated to Ephemerisle activities during the event. Ferry pickup will be on the docks behind the gate. Enjoy the accomodations while waiting for the ferry! www.shipmarina.com
 
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'''Distance (by boat):''' 8 miles <br>
 
'''Address: '''6065 Bethel Island Rd. Bethel Island CA 94511<br>
 
'''Marina Map:''' https://goo.gl/maps/u46Q8MYGzZTktsst6<br>
 
'''Parking GPS pin:''' https://goo.gl/maps/DRiiks4kYEUxLzAN9<br>
 
'''Marina dock location:''' https://goo.gl/maps/1QeY38y3rDxFY3bX8<br>
 
'''Parking Fee:''' Payment is a flat fee of $45 for any event duration, reserve at www.shipmarina.com  <br>
 
  
===Delta Bay Marina===
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== Launching a boat/platform ==
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[[File:Delta_sea_strainer_2020.jpg|thumb|250px|right|Sea strainer full of weeds]]
  
'''Distance (by boat):'''  7.75 miles <br>
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Towing home-built structures not designed for the water is very, very slowThere are strong currents in the channels and traffic from big ships, so coming by kayak can be risky and only should be attempted by experienced kayakers.
'''Address:''' [https://www.google.com/maps/place/922+W+Brannan+Island+Rd,+Isleton,+CA+95641/@38.1079028,-121.6038341,16.55z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x809aac9644d3a14d:0x970b1903fc3bb571!8m2!3d38.1083818!4d-121.6026199 922 West Brannan Island Road, Isleton, CA 95641] <br>
 
'''Marina Map:''' <br>
 
'''Parking GPS pin:''' <br>
 
'''Marina dock location:''' <br>
 
'''Office Manager:'''   <br>
 
'''Marina Phone:''' (916) 777-5588 <br>
 
'''Parking Lot:''' <br>
 
'''Parking Fee:''' <br>
 
'''Parking Instructions:'''  <br>
 
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===Paradise Point Marina===
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These are the closest usable boat ramps to Mandeville:
  
Distance: (by boat)- 6 miles <br>
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* King Island
8095 N Rio Blanco Rd, Stockton, CA 95219 <br>
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* Paradise Point
(209) 952-1000 <br>
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* Lighthouse Marina
[Note that their houseboat rental business has shutdown.]
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* Korth's Pirate Lair [Not ephemerisle friendly]
  
===Aurora / SS Mazapeta / H&H Marina'===
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Check the [[Marinas]] pages for more locations and details.
  
Distance (by boat): 2.6 miles <br>
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Please note: You will have no problems launching or retrieving regular boats at local marinas, so long as you have a regular-looking seaworthy vessel. However, most marinas will not allow the launch of home-brew structures, any sort of onsite assembly, or other non-standard activities. If you are bringing a home-brew structure, we recommend asking for advice in the Facebook group.
H&H Marina / Herman and Helen's Marina <br>
 
15138 W 8 Mile Rd <br>
 
Stockton, CA 95219 <br>
 
SS Mazapeta launch/return/parking:  https://goo.gl/maps/SS8XwQJn1s92 <br>
 
If you're on the SS Mazapeta / Aurora, this is where the ship / ferries will launch from / return to, and is where the ferries will run from.  Note that the marina itself is closed, boat launch overgrown with weeds, and the parking area locked off.  It's still  possible to park nearby and launch small vessels (kayaks, etc.) from a small launch a mile or so further down the road.  
 
  
===Holland Riverside Marina===
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== Sailing from SF Bay (and back) ==
 
 
Distance  (by boat): 12 miles <br>
 
7000 Holland Tract Rd <br>
 
(925) 628-7557 <br>
 
Where the Elysium barge is normally docked. <br>
 
 
 
===King Island Resort===
 
 
 
Distance (by boat): 5.6 miles (a few miles down the road from H&H marina) <br>
 
11530 W Eight Mile Rd Stockton, CA 95219 <br>
 
(209) 951-2188 <br>
 
Have gas, ice, a boat launch, and a small convenience store.
 
 
 
=== Other marinas ===
 
* Riverboat Marina - 4.6 miles - Maybe free parking <br>
 
* Lighthouse Marina - 4.6 miles - Boat ramp.  Apparently a new business who may be willing to make deals to attract customers. <br>
 
 
 
 
 
=== From the SF Bay ===
 
  
 
Ephemerisle can be reached by water from the SF Bay.   
 
Ephemerisle can be reached by water from the SF Bay.   
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Make sure you've got a good working engine.  The trip back is very, very difficult without an engine.
 
Make sure you've got a good working engine.  The trip back is very, very difficult without an engine.
  
=== Getting around ===
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If you're planning on making the trip, definitely read [[Sailing from SF Bay|more details]].
 
 
Dinghies, kayaks, etc.
 

Latest revision as of 00:40, 19 July 2023

Ephemerisle cannot be reached by land. You must arrange for transport and lodging by boat beforehand. While daytrippers are welcome, please make sure that you arrange a means of getting to and from the event beforehand. Most ferries to shore end at dusk and don't start again until dawn. If you miss the last ferry, you could spend a cold, sleepless night.

In most years, Ephemerisle has been at Mandeville Point, about 11 miles from the city of Stockton. Note when calculating travel time that some of the roads are interrupted by bridges that may be raised to allow for boat traffic.

There are basically three options:

  • Catch a ferry
  • Launch your boat/structure from a nearby boat ramp
  • Bring your own boat all the way by water

Getting a ride on a ferry

Volunteer ferries are typically operated by the islands, and depart and return to one of the nearby marinas (which are listed below). Check with the leaders of your island to see if there is a volunteer ferry for your island. Ferry schedules vary depending on the person operating the ferry. Do not expect a ferry to tow your floating land or art unless you explicitly arrange this in advance.

The best place for info on how and where you can catch a ferry is the Ephemerisle Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/105172679576340

Launching a boat/platform

Sea strainer full of weeds

Towing home-built structures not designed for the water is very, very slow. There are strong currents in the channels and traffic from big ships, so coming by kayak can be risky and only should be attempted by experienced kayakers.

These are the closest usable boat ramps to Mandeville:

  • King Island
  • Paradise Point
  • Lighthouse Marina
  • Korth's Pirate Lair [Not ephemerisle friendly]

Check the Marinas pages for more locations and details.

Please note: You will have no problems launching or retrieving regular boats at local marinas, so long as you have a regular-looking seaworthy vessel. However, most marinas will not allow the launch of home-brew structures, any sort of onsite assembly, or other non-standard activities. If you are bringing a home-brew structure, we recommend asking for advice in the Facebook group.

Sailing from SF Bay (and back)

Ephemerisle can be reached by water from the SF Bay.

It's about a 60 mile trip (16 hours by sailboat) from Berkeley. It tends to be a lovely two day sail there with the wind at your back all of the way out there. And it tends to be something of a nightmare trip back with pounding waves directly into the wind the entire way back.

Make sure you've got a depth sounder! Everyone runs aground in the delta.

Make sure you've got a good working engine. The trip back is very, very difficult without an engine.

If you're planning on making the trip, definitely read more details.