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April showers finally arrived! It has been six months since I was elected Commodore and it seems just like yesterday. The time has really flown by and thanks to all of the hard work done by the committee heads and the Board, we are ready for a great season! Come out and enjoy the sailing, fun, and friendships this summer. The warm weather certainly made activity at the Club pick up early this year even though I was not prepared. The few times I have been at the Club this spring, there have been several boats out sailing and several more being cleaned, painted, rigged, and launched to get the season started. Maybe it is just the fact that I have been at the Club more this spring, but I have never before seen this much activity before the Dogwoods bloomed.
The spring series racing is now underway and a couple of regattas are already completed. The Mayor’s Cup is coming up May 22nd. Rick and Edna Sprowl have a new supply of hats, shirts and a few surprises ordered for the Ship’s Store and are primed for a busy day at the Mother’s Day Brunch. Don’t forget your checkbook (cash also accepted). And speaking of the Mother’s Day Brunch, Bill Harrington has been hosting this event for many years. He and his team of helpers put on a great meal to start the season. Of course, the really good food is the covered dishes that all of you bring to share. So, pitch in and be there for the start of the social season. The lake is full, the sun is shining, the wind is blowing-----I wish my boat were ready to sail! Till next month … has anyone else seen the bluebirds at the Club?
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We've got a new handle on the power sprayer. Help treat it with care. Parking, Slips, Trailers, & Stickers Dry and wet assignments are posted on both the Race Bulletin Board and on the new Shelter Bulletin Board. All boats must be out of the Car Corral before the Mother’s Day brunch. Boats need to be in their proper slips by the end of May and trailers should go to the Trailer Farm after launching.
Also, cuddos to Mike Gray, Rick Sprowl, and Bob Bodish for their good work helping to install the new kitchen sink...complete with garbage disposal. Please use it wisely with our sensitive septic system. Jim & Carol, thanks for cleaning and rehabbing the No Wake buoys in our harbor. Ryan Finney, thanks for getting me up early to help get the deck sealing supplies.
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Work "Party" Progress: The work parties this year on April 3rd and 17th have resulted in some nice improvements: the tables were turned back upright from their "circle the wagons" winter position at the shelter house; the tables on D-Dock were set in place (they are heavy); we built two ramps (or docks) - one on the entrance to D-Dock and another "Beach Dock" literally on the beach; trash was cleaned up around the Harbormaster's shed and last weekend D-Dock (which had been power washed) was sealed with a good sealer. Thanks to Janet Hickok for the chili lunch (4/03) and Long's for the donuts (4/17).
With the help of these hard-working volunteers, and the Harbormaster (Bob Hickok), our nifty club will be even niftier this summer. Thanks a bunch, guys! One note of caution: those of us who "live" on D-Dock must be careful this summer when going barefoot at the dock, cleaning up the vessel, adjusting the satellite antenna, whatever. The power washing got rid of the dark green algae which defined the edges of the docks where no one walked. It also got rid of the encrusted dirt, marine animals, bugs, etc. that make the wood smooth and more likely to be walked upon barefoot successfully. Going barefoot on any of the docks is not recommended unless you want to see if the tweezers in the medical kit work! OK, I have already tried (rather thoughtlessly) to see how well the test spot sealer encapsulated the slivers. My nurse, Carol, used the tweezers on my sore index finger (worked OK). We all look forward to a fun summer!
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Series Racing Begins - ECSC Veteran Racers Welcome New Racers!!!! The first race of the series was held on Sunday, April 25th in sustained winds of 17mph (Ugotta Luv it!) with recorded gusts (by pilot Harrington) of 25mph from the Southwest (235 degrees) with 7 boats competing. White Fleet: Fox (single handed), Gray, and Forwth (a race fellow); Red Fleet: Irwin, Hale (single handed), RT Moore, and Murray. Highlights: Moore...flying spinnaker onto Hobie Beach; Gray dipping his butt; Hale sailing to mark #4 and RC draggin’ anchor. Many thanks to RC crew of Eric Jones, Bill Harrington (Al's cousin), and Wayne (afraid to race in too much wind).
Club Series Racing is one of your many benefits of membership. IT’S ABSOLUTELY FREE!!! All you have to do is gather a crew and show up for lots of fun any Wednesday night and just about every Sunday afternoon. Extra emphasis is being put “D” fleet for novices and those that haven’t raced for awhile. D Fleet has its own start and a different, shorter course. At the competitors meeting, a challenge was issued to the veterans to help out a new racer “learn the ropes” and enter a race. ECSC has one of the best racing programs in the mid-west and we want every Club member to know they are welcome. Meet Bruce or Charlie at the committee boat at 5:30pm on Wednesday or 12:15pm on Sunday for a crash course on starting signals and few quick racing tips. May racing assignments are: Wednesdays: May 5th Schuab and Ashworth, 12th Berner and Jacobs, 19th Lay and Dorsa, 26th Kaschak and Sprowl. Please plan to arrive at the Club by 5:30pm and on the water at 6pm. First flag is at 6:50pm. Sundays: May 2nd Ahrbecker and Kyler, 16th Wodock and Kyler, 30th Leonard and Wong. No series race on Mother’s Day or on May 23rd ((Mayor’s Cup). Sundays RC should be at the Club by 12:15pm and on the water by 12:45pm for the 1:30pm warning signal.
New marks, personally crafted by Bruce Cameron, are in the water. Marks #6 and #2 were moved slightly to the west. The rest were placed in the same locations as last year. The newer, taller marks should be easier to spot with the reflective tape on the cap after dark. Good job Bruce! There are two changes to this year’s Sailing Instructions (SI –available on line). The course will be posted on just the Starboard side of the committee boat only when just one course is sailed. A 2nd course, set “D” fleet (or others), will be posted on the Port Side of the RC boat. This should eliminate confusion when more than one course is sailed. The other change is the return of the “Reeder” rule on Wednesdays, requiring the RC to finish boats in place at the conclusion of time limit getting everyone off the water early and to the hot dog cookout at the liar’s table. Lisa Carpenter, your hostess, promises great “dogs,” fresh buns, and the largest jar of relish you’ll ever see! The first big regatta of the year is the Mayor’s Cup on May 22nd and 23rd. Highlander Fleet #45 will host a welcome party on Friday evening May 21st beginning at 7pm to welcome the out-of-towners and all regatta participants. The Notice of Race (NOR) has the details. Please note that the cost for regatta T-Shirts is discounted when you register early. Entry fee includes one T-shirt and one regatta Saturday dinner. R Tom Moore, Regatta Chairman, is looking for a couple more helpers to assist with both on-shore and on-water duties. If interested, please give Tom a call.
If there’s anything that Bruce or I can do to help you get started racing, just ask. We’ll help you any way we can. Take a look Here for the 2004 Race/Regatta schedule.
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| IUPUI Sailing |
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Strong Junior Sailing Programs are an essential part of any sailing club. The program introduces youth to the sport of sailing which ultimately ensures the future of the club as these young sailing enthusiast will one day grow up to become active club members. A recent survey from the National Sailing Industry Association reveals that 42% of those sailing began doing so at the age of 14. That number sounds good until you find out that the average age of the current boat owners surveyed is 47 years old. It seems these young sailors began young and grew up with no one following in their footsteps. Now the average sailor is middle-aged.
With this subliminal message resonating, we think maybe it's really not such a great activity for kids. Because of this sentiment, this naturally wholesome sport of sailing is being left behind by scores of youth. Imagine giving your children the gift of sailing. They would not only learn a recreation that they can enjoy for a lifetime, but they can come away with fundamental improvements to their lives. Among these gains are: self-reliance, appreciation of nature, team building, building family bonds with parents and siblings, and being physically active in a healthy environment. It's interesting that parents will gladly give their teenager the car keys for an evening, but forget they could just as easily give them the keys to the boat.
Sailing is enjoyed by everyone from the moment they understand which way the wind blows until the day they can no longer hold a tiller. Eagle Creek Sailing Club has established a strong Junior Sailing Program for youth ranging from beginner to advanced skill levels. The program incorporates 12 Lasers, 4 Flying Juniors, and a number of experienced instructors who specialize in training young sailors. The program gives children the opportunity to learn to sail, meet other young sailors, and broadened their horizons. For more information on the ECSC Junior Sailing Program, please contact Mr. Wayne Myers at 317.627.3400.
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JUNIOR SAILING WEEK : JUNE 9 - 11, 2004 This class is full, as of April 2nd. To the juniors that are signup, you will received a form via E-Mail around May 1st. Please fill out, sign, and bring the form with you June 9th at 9am. Don't forget your life jacket and lunch. Volunteers wanted to help out June 9 - 11. Please call or E-Mail us if you can find the time.
JUNIOR SAILING NEWS 2nd in class was Tyler Andrews. Ty Hicock finished in the back of the pack (38th), but not last. RJ Graef, age 12, completed all of the 6 races with the most capsizes (23 in the two day event) and finished 40th. Jason Hubbard finished 9th. The kids learned goals and not to give up. Our new equipment was used for this event with the only break down being a main sheet block on the boom (which was replaced in short order). GOING SAILING FOR THE FIRST TIME THIS YEAR ? CHECK LIST:
The ECSC Junior Sailing Program was founded with the mission of developing knowledgeable youth sailors and instilling in them a love for the sport of sailing that will serve as a foundation for the future of the Club. Our Junior Sailing program is closely linked with the concepts and ideas that are taught in the safety and education programs. This year, ECSC has purchased two new Laser Olympic-Class boats to begin to replace some of our aging Laser fleet. ECSC's Laser fleet is used by our sailing classes and our juniors. The Laser fleet and FJ's are also available for use by any ECSC member. If you are interested in learning more about our Lasers or FJs (parts, rigging, sailing, capsizing...) see or call us. Also, remember the Saturday morning classes (starting June 5th) are not just for juniors. They are a great way to learn more about sailing in its simplest form - single handed sailing. Special thanks to our fellow sailors on the ECSC Board for the purchase of these boats. We at ECSC are lucky to have a diverse group of board members who freely give of their time and talents for the betterment of the Club and sailing. Over 60 Club members this year showed their support to the kids by donating $3,000. Your two-year support of this program has brought in over $6,000. This program is working and growing. We need and appreciate all of your support.
Ki Hickok, Tyler Andrews, and Jacob & Jason Hubbard, are already on the list to Bay Week. We are looking to fill one more slot. Parents can travel with them...only you get to stay on a 38' sailboat and have fun. For more info on this week of sailing in the Great Lakes, call or E-Mail us. Want to win more races or just learn how to sail faster? Having trouble with rules? Or, just starting out sailing? Call or E-Mail me at alarmco@netdirect.net or 627-3400. Sailing School Opens: June 5th, Saturday 9:30am for each Saturday ‘till the end of the season. No class on race days. No fee to members of the Club. Non-members are charged $25 per class. So, if you are having trouble with the rules or would like to learn more, just stop by and visit us at the Sailing School on Saturday mornings. CALENDAR
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| Ladies For Sail |
The lovely and talented skipperinas will be sailing the waters of Eagle Ocean. June 19th has been noted as being our LADIES’ OPEN...meaning we are free to pursue any sailing adventure we wish!! So ladies, we are going to have a pizza/planning session at my house Tuesday, May 18th, 6:30pm (directions will be available at the Mother's Day Brunch). And, mark your calendars for August 7th as our next on-the-water Ladies’ Sail Day. |
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Please welcome new members Steven and Peggy Stone of Indianapolis, sailing the Venture 24 “Liberty.”
Thank you to Marsha Schaub and Denise Fox for their assistance in getting the labels on all the docks back on April 3rd. This year, 18 members decided not to renew their ECSC membership. The 2004 Annual Directory will be distributed in May and early June. May 2004 Membership Count: 256
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| Tailer's Tips & Tales |
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Hello fellow Eagle Ocean Lovers! What a fine day it is as I am throwing off the chains of an unpredicted recovery of an unfortunate circumstance during my most recent adventure in paradise. It is a fine day and I just love to swing by the Club and sit...somewhere...and just take it all in.
Now, don't get the wrong idea. I'm not talking about you getting your family first-in-line at Club events with dinners (some families go back at least two and recently three generations at this event). I'm talking about swinging by on your way home from work (dragging the cooler out of the car, so Trouble can get a drink) and just sitting down on the Group W Bench and start taking it in...all of it! ...from Wayne being himself to the bugs in the woods making music. Don't take your membership to this great little piece of paradise lightly. You never miss having something until it's gone. Which brings me to another topic that is about things being gone...like your boat in the wrong spot come Judgment Day! Don't forget with all this love is cooperation with the authorities...namely the Harbormaster and the vice Harbormaster (he or she is usually meaner). That whom you’re looking for because you can't find your boat. Get out to the Club now! They run those fiber glass crushers all night you know.
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Wonderful news! We now have a new sink with a garbage disposal. Special thanks to Bob Hickok for installing the sink and disposal; and to Mike Gray for getting the electrical components installed and connected so the disposal will work. We have two social events coming up in May. Our first social event, hosted by Bill Harrington will be the Mother’s Day brunch on Sunday, May 9th beginning at 11:30am. The second social event, hosted by Jack and Karen Hale will be the Memorial Day Cookout on Monday May 31st starting at 5:00pm. When attending a Club social event, it is important to remember to bring a covered dish to feed at least six people. If you would like to help out with either of these events, please contact the host. An extra pair of hands is always welcome. We had 18 Club members attend the Chateau Thomas Winery Tour on Saturday, April 24th in Plainfield. We had a very entertaining tour leader and enjoyed learning the art of how to taste wine and how the different wines are made. Thank you Angie White for coordinating this special social event.
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Most of my time spent at the Club is during the weekday...family activities govern most evenings and all weekends. Having made that transistion recently from evening/weekend to weekday, I can still remember what I am missing. But, weekday activities at the Club have their own merit. It's definitely quieter!
I'm told that the Naturalists in the area are highly interested in determining if eagles are nesting in our lake area. They've had lots of eagle sightings but no aerie sightings. While on our lake, if you happen to notice the location of a possible eagle aerie, could you please pass that location onto Joe Gardner (jgard1421@aol.com)? Then today, I saw 4 or 5 presumably martins fluttering all around that martin house built near the entrance to A-Dock. I'm not sure what a martin looks like since I don't know if I've ever seen one before. Isn't it amazing how that works? Put up a martin bird house and martins come calling? Sometimes I wonder why my committee is called Publicity. We don't publicize the existence of our little slice of heaven here...we're far too worried about overcrowding. My job is more about internal communication rather than outside publicity...but hey! Speaking of that...please let me know if you want another E-Mail address on my monthly Telltales notice distribution list. |
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Captain's Mast - A Trial for the Reader and Writer Alike. Ahoy Mates, The mail packet's arrived in port and the Capn's happy to see the warm response, complete with some heated shots across my bow.
In reply to Barney Post, the Cap'n would like to mention that it's true that women were allowed aboard British warships at anchor. And it's true that the bosun's mates would holler "shake a leg" below decks during the change of the watch to make sure they were rousing the right mate out of the hammock. But there's no truth to the rumor that "heave ho" was the command to put them ashore. This one's for Dog Star. First off, who's gonna believe that name? You can't be sirius! And the Cap'n don't doubt there was the devil to pay when you tried to prove there WAS room to swing a cat. But the "cat" in that term came from "cat o' nine tails," a stranded whip used on froward sailors to promote better behavior. The phrase came from there s'posedly not being enough room on a small ship to swing the cat. But don't show this to your mate...if she let's the cat out of the bag we'll both be stranded.
And Sundowner, there's a difference between listing TO port and listing WITH port. This might account for that trial amongst your piers. And just 'cause your wife's a little dinghy is no reason to hoist her from the davits. Frankly, Keelhaul, if you keep mistakin' the galley wench for the sheet winch, your Admiral might lose YOUR handle overboard! And keep in mind the Captain may run the ship, but the Admiral runs the fleet...and no Captain's fleet enough to outrun his Admiral. Well Drift Dodger, the Cap'n believes you when you say that petty officer describes most the afterguard you served under, but in navy jargon, it's a noncommisioned officer 'twixt the enlisted crew and the officers. Kind o' like a sergeant in lubberland. And for the Last Time, the booby hatch was NOT a part of Janet Jackson's wardrobe malfunction. It was a small hatch on deck where sailors were stowed 'till it was time to kiss the gunner's daughter ... which wasn't as much fun as it sounds. You see, the gunner's daughter's a cannon. And if you're close enough to kiss the gunner's daughter, the bosun's mate was about to let the cat out of the bag.
Cap'n Lou Cap'n Lou Werde welcomes any and all questions, comments and opinions. You can hail the Cap'n care of the editor of this fine publication. If writing by E-Mail, please include Captains Mast in the subject line. |
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Four (4) sailboards - $300 - approximately 18 years old, but lots of fun left in them. 3 adult sizes, 1 child. Includes sails, booms and hardware. 271-6668 after 6:00pm. or wljones@iquest.net.
MACGREGOR VENTURE 17', 1971, w/trailer, main, jib, genoa, anchor. Daysailer in excellent condition $1000 Contact: Andrew Swickheimer 317-796-9096 or aswick67@comcast.net 1981 San Juan 23, #594. Original Main, Genoa and Jib. Knot meter, depth sounder, VHF, AM/FM/Cassette w/ 4 marine spkrs, battery, portapotti, Danforth anchor, 5hp Mariner, HaulRite trailer, lots of extras. Great shape in and out $6,500. Call Jim Wodock 446-6123 or email jimwodock@aol.com.
1986 Catalina 22, Aquaholic, $4500 (firm), great boat, but, we're ready for something else. For info contact Bob or Janet Hickok, bobbyc12345@aol.com or 698-4655. Dockside Electrical Cable with Adapter, 120 Volts, 30 amps, 11 feet long. $50. 283-1289 or NINO5673@aol.com
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| Upcoming Events |
| May 9 | Mother's Day Brunch |
| May 11 | Board Meeting |
| May 21 | Mayor's Cup Welcome Party |
| May 22/23 | Mayor's Cup Regatta |
| May 31 | Memorial Day Cookout |
| Club Stats |
| Members | 256 |
| Slip Waiting List | 63 (20 Passed) |
| Water Level | 790.77 (790 Normal) |
| 2004 Racing/Social Calendar |
| EVENT | DATE/TIME | CHAIRPERSONS |
| Mother’s Day Brunch | Sun. May 9th, 11:30am | Bill Harrington |
| Mayor’s Cup Regatta | Sat. May 22/23rd | RT Moore |
| Memorial Day Cookout | Mon. May 31st, 5:00pm | Jack & Karen Hale |
| Ladies Open | Sat. June 19th, 11:30am | Janet Hickok |
| Father’s Day Brunch | Sun. June 20th, 11:30am | Dick Lowe |
| July 4th Pig Roast | Sun, July 4th, 5:00pm | Greg & Carole Dellova Branham |
| Ladies Sail Day | Sat. Aug 7th, 11:30am | Janet Hickok |
| Commodore’s Dinner/Dance Sat. | Aug 14th, 6:00pm | Don & Judy Birt |
| Labor Day Cookout | Mon. Sep 6th, 5:00pm | Rich & Angie White |
| Hayride/Bonfire | Sat. Sep 25th, 5:30pm | Harold Hankins & Cheryl Roberts |
| Chili Cookout | Sat. Oct 9th, 5:30pm | Roger & Michelle Knapp |
| Final Bash | Sat. Nov 6th, 6:00pm | Cheryl Roberts |
| Thanksgiving Regatta | Fri. Nov 26th |
Harbormaster Bob Hickok and his band of volunteers have the Club grounds looking good! With the farm lease now signed, he assures me there will be plenty of room at the “farm” for all of our empty trailers. So, we need to get our boats launched and move the trailers down the road to make room for car parking and our trailer sailors.
All boats and trailers should have a green current year membership sticker applied to the port side. With all your cooperation, your/our Club will be a enjoyable place for all. 
The Crew: Don Wray, John & Marsha Schaub, Randy Beattey, Jennifer Guerrero, Ray Knapp (who contributed new walk lights), Jim Jacobs, Mike Irwin, Eileen Leonard, Dick & Linda Taylor. Rick Sprowl, Warren Smith, Mike Kaschak. Double Duty Club: Dave Griffith, Nino Morone, John Carmichael, Jim Stohl, and the ubiquitous Bob Bodish.
The competitors and race management seminar was well attended on April 21st with more than 40 Club members participating. There were lots of questions and use of the Club’s racing equipment was explained. RC Guidelines for running races, that was distributed at the meeting, is available on line and on the RC boat.
The complete schedule of assignments is included in this issue of the telltales and available online. If you cannot make your assigned date, please trade with someone and let Bruce or Charlie know.
Also on the schedule in May is the Youth Weekend Warrior Regatta on May 1st (See Wayne Myers for times) and the Highlander Fleet Race and social gathering on Saturday, May 8th. Skippers’ meeting for the Highlanders is at 11am, 1st start is at 12:30. Mike Kaschak, Roger Black, and Mike Irwin are RC.
Where are the young sailors? Where are all the kids? Are they on soccer fields around the country...maybe on baseball diamonds or maybe at home wrapped up in a game on the computer? What's happened to sailing being a family activity? Sailing couples buy boats, day-sail or race, and create a new sailing lifestyle. But somehow the kids don't seem to be a part of that scenario anymore. The family boat has become the parents' boat and the kids are not involved. Those images of children joining their parents on the family boat have faded from this new pop sailing culture. In the absence, the false impression that sailing isn't well suited to youth has trickled down. 
For a sport that prides itself on creating fresh, clean fun, it's unfair to not encourage youth to participate in this opportunity especially since sailing comes natural to kids. What could be more attuned to the whims of children than feeling the breeze on their faces and trying to make the boat move under the power of the wind? Put sailing back on the family schedule. Put your sailing investment into sailing with your kids...not just into your boat. Take time to make it a sport for them too so that they will grow up to know the sport that will forever make their hearts race as the wind sends them along. 
SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT
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Wanted Young Sailors: Have a Junior that will just be sitting around this summer watching TV? Get him or her out of the house and on the water. We have a opening in our Junior Sailing Program for Bay Week for ages 13-18.
Also, please welcome new members David and Michele Kojetin of Zionsville, sailing the Catalina 25 “Sand Dollar.”
We are so lucky just to know where this place is. Too bad we can't use it all year! Then again, from sheer years of experience, I know people do use this facility all year, even if it is just to sit and watch. Did you? May be the ALMIGHTY BORED MEMBERS will enclose the Main Shelter house one day, like it was designed to be, so we can dance in the Winter. Is it what the Club does for us or is it what we can do for the Club by simply using our memberships to the fullest extent? 
Yesterday while waxing my boat, what looked like a ferret ran along the shoreline at the docks. Saw him again a half hour later. Then, in the distance I saw a monster bird circling our cove. A few minutes later, it swooped low over the Club confirming my guess. What bird is big, black, white tail, and white head? Think it was going for that ferret? ....or Trouble?
Before we get to the main course, the Cap'n would just like to say "Aaarrrgggghhhh!" No, it's not "Talk Like a Pirate" day, but it is time to clear up some myth-information. As Mark Twain, (another fine nautical term), said "It ain't what you don't know what gets you into trouble. It's what you know for sure that just ain't so." So these blateroons'll remain anonymous to protect the guilty and the ... well ... nautically challenged.
Sorry Charlie, the dolphin striker was not the fellow with a belaying pin next to the tuna net, but rather a spar pointing down from the bowsprit to support the forestay. But don't take my word for it, just ask any tuna you happen to see.
Well the sun's o'er the yardarm so the Capn's going to slip this message in a bottle and put a cork in it. That's all for now yawl. I'll ketch up with you next month. Till then, the Cap'n wishes you fresh breezes and fair bottoms....
1985 Laguna 24T sailboat, dinette interior, fixed keel, roller furling 150% genoa, Cabin camper top, compass, galley, stern-rail grill, porta potti, deep cycle battery, new automatic bilge pump, stern ladder. Home-made mast raising system. Motor: Honda 7.5hp 4 stroke motor. Reliable start, with battery charger. Trailer: custom made by Triad for this boat ~four years ago. Galvanized, tandem axle trailer boat, hydraulic surge brakes, spare tire, tongue extension. We are selling the boat because we don’t have time to sail it anymore. It sails well and is in good, functional condition. The interior needs to be cleaned. This is mainly a freshwater sailboat. It has been on the ocean once. The boat has not been sailed since early last year. The last time we sailed was at a local sailing club. The boat was in the water in a wet-slip for the two prior sailing seasons, so it is watertight. It had two coats of bottom sealer, and them ablative bottom paint applied ~ two years ago. There is some paint that is flaking off on the starboard bow, below the registration number. The boat has a topside leak that occurs during heavy rain. It was simpler for us to put a tarp over the boom at the time, which prevented the problem. There are no cracks in the deck or hull, so I suspect this is a leak at a winch, or at a handrail which should be fairly easy to fix. Price: $4500, obo. If there are any questions, please e-mail me at leewolff2@insightbb.com.
Writer wanted for exclusive position as renowned columnist in local sailing news letter. Duties require monthly column pertaining to current general life and times of favorite pastime of new members (and the really old ones too). Monthly "tip" section required to be inciteful, humorous, and truly educational. Humble assistance to be provided while vacationing in warmer climates. Inquiries shall be addressed to Perry White at the Daily Planet, here on Earth.