Jack's Boats

3500 K St NW
Washington, DC 20007

Jack's Boathouse, a popular destination in Georgetown since 1945, was operated by Paul Simkin until it ceased operations amidst a contentious legal battle with the National Park Service (NPS). The NPS's decision to terminate Simkin's lease and seek a new operator highlighted internal motives and a desire for a competitive bidding process, ultimately leading to the selection of B G Outdoor Recreation Inc.

The saga underscored the NPS's urgency to replace Jack's Boathouse, as evidenced by internal communications that expressed a commitment to having a new operator in place immediately after Simkin vacated. Despite its historic significance and community ties, Jack's Boathouse was ultimately lost to administrative decisions made by the governing bodies overseeing the waterfront area.

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