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30 Out of My Mind by Ruth Christie 31 Dock Bars 34 Solomons Trawler Fest 36 U.S. Powerboat Show 40 Meet the PropTalk Staff! 41 Well, We’re Still Talking to Each Other by Ed and Elaine Henn 42 The Unexpected by Jody Reynolds 44 Show Boat A-Comin’ by Captain Bob Cerullo 48 The Ditch: Going South on the ICW by Gary Ian Reich ON THE COVER: Steve Linhard pilots his classic Topaz from the top on a recent jaunt on the Bay. Photo by John Bildahl, bildahlphotography.com

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Editor’s Notebook

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Editor’s Notebook with Joe Evans

The Year of the Barnacle

overheard a lively rant from a cluster of watermen about how bad the “damn bar-knuckles” are this year. Going forward I will forever call them bar-knuckles. It rolls off the tongue as if you really mean business, and it reflects the nature of the bare-knuckle fight that is being waged against these troublesome critters—especially in 2009. Yacht designer/surveyor Mike Kaufman first noticed a problem this spring when he couldn’t bring his 24-foot Topaz up onto a plane. It had only been a month since he had prepped and launched her for the season. Lori Meehan at Meehan’s Marina on Jones Creek near Sparrows Point at the mouth of the Patapsco says, “We noticed the problem early this year on boats that were coming out after the winter. Boats that had stayed in the water already had significant growth. As the season went on, we were noticing boats at the dock with barnacles growing on unpainted surfaces within a week of launching. One guy told

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us that he had his boat in the water for less than a month without bottom paint. We hauled it, and the straps didn’t even touch the boat. The boat was resting on the barnacles.” Meehan feels that the best solution is to paint the boat properly and use the boat often. “Run your boat, get it on a plane, and blow off the initial slime that barnacles like to attach to,” she says. “It’s a lot of work, scraping, and getting blisters to clean those things off. You have to scrape them off as soon as the boat comes out of the water while they are still wet or it’s nearly impossible to get them off,” she says. As for antifouling strategies she says, “The stuff that works really well (tributylinbased paint) is not legal anymore. We paint Trilux on struts, trim tabs, and other underwater metal parts. It’s an ablative paint made by Interlux, so you need to stay with it, put it on thick, and be sure to renew it when it gets thin.”

Chief Deltaville Boatyard technician Keith Ruse agrees—“Definitely, we’ve seen more barnacle-fouled boats this year. Back in April, we put together a special shorthaul package for our customers to clean off their running gear. We have boats that we prepped and launched in the spring and short-hauled once for cleaning, and now they need another haulout.” Ruse recommends Interlux Micron Extra antifouling paint for bottoms, and he lays on a good primer coat of Interprotect 2000 epoxy barrier coat over metals. For outdrives, lower units, and trim tabs, they apply Trilux over the same time-tested Interlux barrier coat. The boatyard has also had success with PropSpeed, a silicon-like product used to encase fast-turning gear such as props and shafts and other marine metals in a non-stick coating. However, Ruse’s final thought is, “Use the boat often. The boats that are out a lot are not having a problem.” Oxford Boatyard project manager Braxton Strueber is a fan of PropSpeed as well, but she notes, “It can not be applied to a surface that has paint on it. Everything must be striped down to bare metal and prepared as directed. It’s also quite expensive. A single screw yacht doesn’t need a full kit, so we have put together half-kits for these customers.” John Shanahan’s crew at Dickerson Harbor in Trappe, MD is a recent convert to Pettit’s antifouling paint system. The process depends on a special tie-coat, which insulates the antifouling paint from the metal and thus reduces the electrolytic interaction between the metals in the paint and the boat, which eventually compromises the effectiveness of the antifouling. According to Pettit’s field representative Darren Zimmer, “On underwater metals, proptalk.com

half the battle is keeping the growth off. The other half is addressing the electrolysis between the paint and the metal. Pettit’s answer is a chlorinated rubber primer, which is applied over the chemically etched metal. Then the antifouling paint is put on.” Zimmer also notes that the future is coming in the form of the Econea, a non-metal biocide similar to the antifungal agent in dandruff shampoo. Bottom paint manufacturers have the new products in the can and ready to ship as soon as the EPA provides the long-awaited approval. Pettit’s new stuff is called ViViD Echo and Ultima Fusion. The Dickerson crew has also achieved good results with Barnacle Buster, an earth-friendly product from TRAC Ecological Products in Florida. This is a nontoxic, biodegradable chemical that dissolves barnacles, mussels, calcium, rust, lime, and other bits of bad mojo from heat exchangers, air-conditioning intakes, outdrives, and other raw-water marine systems. The company sells the stuff with a recirculation kit. The process is as simple as flushing the blue liquid through the system in question until it turns a dirty green shade. Being Krogen 39'

eco-friendly, you can then simply send the dissolved barnies in solution back where they came from. Chad Wingate, the lead tech at Zimmerman Marine’s operation in Deltaville, also reports good results with Barnacle Buster. “It’s a new product, which we have been using to flush out outdrive systems with great success. I expect it will work just as well when we have a chance to apply it to bigger boat systems,” he says. Zimmerman Marine has also experienced good things from the PropSpeed system achieving about two seasons’ worth of protection. However, Steve Zimmerman the chief and acknowledged yacht swami says, “We have not found any paint system to be effective against barnacles if the boat is sitting still at a dock or mooring. We

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Letters We have enjoyed a splendid response to our call for seafaring cocktail recipes following last month’s spread. Be assured that the PropTalk cocktail squad will continue to test your concoctions as part of our commitment to our readers. Please keep those cards, letters, and email messages coming—Joe Evans

Hi Joe, I have a cocktail for you and a story to go along with it. My husband Mike and I bought a Grady-White Marlin in 2005. We struggled finding the best name for it. Because it was a sports fishing boat, my husband wanted a name appropriately sporty. I wanted a name that says “we like to have fun,” and we came up with a compromise. We named our Grady Blue Fin which seemed like a good name for a sports fishing boat, plus it was one of our favorite cocktails. Blue Fin is a beautiful drink with the rich tropical blue color, and it has a very unusual and exciting taste. Here is the recipe: 1 oz Hypnotiq (a blend of vodka, tropical fruit juice, and Cognac) 1 oz Citron Vodka 1 oz White Cranberry Shake with ice and pour into a martini glass. Add a Swedish fish (red fish-shaped gummy candy) We like fishing during the day, then during cocktail hours, we sit at the dock and sip on Blue Fin martinis with friends. A perfect mix. Thank you, and I hope you will consider our drink! Dianne and Mike Charnosky Twitter: Bluefin_sky Hi Joe, When I was a kid in the 1950s, my mom used to combine frozen concentrate grape juice and frozen concentrate lemonade. It was DELICIOUS. That is why I call my recently developed drink the BABY BOOMER. It started in the 50s, but tastes even better with a little vodka… THE BABY BOOMER: Fill a high ball glass with ice, then add a shot of vodka Fill half with grape juice and half with lemonade I am sure you will love it. All my guests do. Cheers to the Drinking Committee, Linda Bubnick

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Dear Joe: Please inform Michael Morgan (re: his cigars story in the September issue) that the primo and oldest cigar shop in downtown Annapolis is The Smoke Shop at 56 Maryland Avenue. It was founded in 1948 as Archie’s Smoke Shop. I remember a pot-bellied stove in the center of the store where cigar- and pipesmoking regulars sat around the stove for warmth in the winter while reading the day’s newspapers. Smoking may still be allowed in The Smoke Shop, but the stove is long gone. When Archie (?) died in 1996, he left the business to his Frenchspeaking nephew, Francis Keller, who runs it today. Francis, who can be a bit cranky at times, occasionally answers the call of the city when French tourists are in town and looking for someone who can understand them. They need not be required to be smokers before Francis deigns to help them. Sincerely, Jack Sherwood, cigar smoker

Dear PropTalk: Being a frequent reader of your magazine, I have noticed that Props Restaurant is listed in the middle bay. I assumed that someone would have changed it by now, as it’s been listed there for several issues, so the reason for this email. Windows on the Bay is located at the mouth of Rock Creek and Deep Creek Restaurant is on the Magothy River. Both are listed in the Upper Bay. Props Restaurant, which is across the creek from me on Bodkin Creek, is located in the main branch of Bodkin Creek and is now called by its original name of Cheshire Crab and Tiki Bar BQ, as advertised on page 31 of the September issue. The Bodkin is situated above the Magothy and just below Rock Creek and well above the Bay Bridge, which puts it in the Upper Bay. Having frequented both places for many years, I thought your readers should not be confused as to the location. Thanks, Gary Habicht Bodkin Creek Good Morning PropTalk: My name is Bill McKnight, and I saw the photos Joe Evans took at the regatta in Cambridge last month. My son Keith from Cortland, NY owns and races one of the boats your magazine highlighted, NM-32 All Jacked Up. Actually, he won the race on Sunday in the National Mod class. On page five of the September issue, there is a partial photo of NM-32 and NM-17 side-by-side during the race. Would it be possible for me to purchase a copy of the full photo? I also saw a shot of NM-32 in PropTalk’s online photo gallery that I might want also. I’d appreciate a response letting me know my options. Thanks in advance for your help. Bill McKnight Crew Chief NM-32 All Jacked Up P.S. This is the first time I’ve seen your magazine. It’s very good, and I look forward to reading the article next month on Harold Ruark. He built several inboard hydroplanes, which I raced against in the 1970s.

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Dear Bill: Attached is a digital copy of the photo you asked about. If you see an image in our gallery, you may easily purchase a digital copy online for a mere $10. But that’s all handled online. Thanks for reading PropTalk! Joe Evans

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Dear Joe: I was at the Thunder on the Narrows on Saturday, but left my camera in the bag, and instead of braving the heat in the race committee boat, decided to go as a spectator on shore for a change. As I left the track after the races, I picked up a copy of PropTalk because I live further up county now and don’t get a chance to see it that often. Back home, I started reading beginning with your August editor’s piece, Fear and Loathing and wanted to tell you what a treat it was. It’s the quintessential article for fans who want to know what it’s like to experience the rush of being in the cockpit of a hydroplane skipping precariously over the water at 120 mph. You nailed it, baby! Beautifully written. You put me in that seat with you, and yes, now I also can say, “I get it!” I talked to Larry Lauterbach at the races, but that was before I read the story. Had I read it beforehand, I would have pulled out all the guns to con him out of a ride. Anyway, just had to tell you what a superbly written story it was with an ending that was understated perfection. Bill Evans (no relation)

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Time Out for Young Anglers

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hank you for giving my child something to look forward to!” —WAF mom The future of Ocean City, MD’s fishing community was in full force July 18-19 with the Ocean City Marlin Club’s fifth annual Kids’ Classic Tournament. More than 380 kids of all ages let out their lines to support the Wish-A-Fish (WAF) Foundation. The event has grown to the point that we needed two boats this year to accommodate everyone. The weekend included a trip on the Bay for those who benefit from the Foundation’s services. More than 50 kids with special needs and their parents/guardians boarded the Judith M and Tortuga docked at the Bahia Marina for a fun-filled afternoon of fishing with family. In four short hours, both boats caught a bunch of flounder, horseshoe crabs, sea robins, spot, star fish, and other sea critters.

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The highlight of the day, other than the fishing, of course, was the barbeque afterward at the Marlin Club. Netting top honors, anglers Marcus Ayres, Adrian Banks, Zack Furst, Shane Kovach, Kevin Lucas, and Blair Messick each received a winner’s plaque, a fishing rod and reel, and a goodie bag all compliments of local individuals and companies and national bait and tackle shops. Dylan Hunter and Kevin Monohan then donated $1316 to the Foundation. While at the Baltimore Boat Show earlier this year, they had discovered the Foundation and wanted to get involved. They selected the organization as their confirmation service project for their church. With support from their families and the community, they raised this generous donation and are helping to bring the joy of fishing to many others. Private and corporate contributions and tournament proceeds also went to the Foundation.

To volunteer or make a donation for the Marlin Club’s sixth annual WAF Foundation fundraiser, contact Frank Goodhart at (717) 368-5351 or frank.goodhart@ goodhartsons.com. Onboard Seaduction, captains Lanie and Mike say, “We had the pleasure of participating in the Wish-A-Fish event for our fourth year in a row in 2008 and hosted a wonderful family at the Portsmouth City Park, VA. It made our day when the mom told us that her son wanted to grow to be just like captain Mike and that both her boys came out of their shells that day (their first time fishing) and probably had the best time of their lives. They both bugged their dad to go fishing again as soon as possible.” They'll have that chance on September 26 when WAF family fishing fun returns to Portsmouth. wish-a-fish.org Thumbs up and fish tales! Rocking the docks during OC Marlin Club’s Kids’ Classic Tournament for WAF this July.

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DOCKTALK Get Your Kid in Pictures

he non-profit BoatU.S. Foundation offers a no-cost Kid’s Life Jacket Loaner Program that gives boaters and parents the opportunity to borrow a children’s life jacket for the day or weekend. At least 16 Maryland and 30 Virginia locations, including marinas, tow companies, clubs, and other maritime businesses, participate in the program. When you pick up a loaner jacket, have your camera ready. The Foundation wants photos of kids wearing Loaner Program life jackets. Winning photos will be featured in a 2010 calendar and used in other promotional programs. E-mail your best shot to akeating@ boatus.com by September 30 and enter to win a free custom photo book. Cooling off. This summer, after testing their parents’ patience, Caroline Weems and Merrick Kehoe test drive some life vests.

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Charting a Course in Charm City

he Downtown Sailing Center (DSC) hosted its first three-day course to certify instructors to teach U.S. Sailing’s Safe Powerboat Handling and Safety, Rescue, and Support courses (right). Steve Maddox, DSC’s director of operations, taught three DSC instructors as well as John Coffin, a USCG captain from Maine. Since the spring of 2007, the U.S. Power Squadrons has been using U.S. Sailing’s Safe Powerboat Handling course. For more details, contact Maddox at (410) 574-3416 or smaddox@verizon.net.

Newly certified instructors for U.S. Sailing’s safety courses for powerboaters (L-R): John Coffin, Mark Shapiro, Thierry Jeannier, and Allen Polansky. Photo by Steve Maddox

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ith October’s boat shows rapidly approaching, it’s a great time to upgrade your ride. Why not donate your current vessel to the Shady Side Rural Heritage Society? The Shady Side Museum will accept previously loved boats of all kinds (power and sail, canoes, kayaks, paddle boats, etc.) for resale. Donated boats must be in working order. You will be eligible for a tax credit as a charitable donation in the amount of the sale of your donated boat. For more details, call Andy Garte at (410) 867-2924 or the museum at (410) 867-4486.

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Boatyard Beach Bash!

n September 19, dance on over to the Annapolis Maritime Museum (AMM) for music, friends, food, and drink along the waterfront. Move to live music from the John Frinzi Band with steel guitar great “Coral Reefer” Doyle Grisham, Jim Morris, and James “Sunny Jim” White. AMM’s director Jeff Holland says, “Your toes in the sand, a drink in your hand, island rhythms in your ears, lots of friends to keep you good company, and palms swaying in the evening breezes. All the proceeds go to the museum’s education programs. And, we always need volunteers for this and other events.” Your $60 ticket gets you two drinks and grilled buffet treats from title sponsor, the Boatyard Bar & Grill (boatyardbarandgrill.com). PropTalk is one of the many friends of this event. VIP tickets are available for $250. Tickets run out fast; get yours at amaritime.org now.

The rockin’ Boatyard Beach Bash. Photo courtesy of AMM

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• Beautiful downtown Fells Point historic district. • In center of shopping, restaurants, nightlife, museums, attractions, Inner Harbor Promenade walkway. • Controlled access docks. • 52 slips with 40' capacity

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f you talk to the enthusiastic organizers as often as PropTalk does, it seems that it’s always time to think about the Eastport Yacht Club Lights Parade in Annapolis December 12. Register your boat by the end of November, and you and your boat will be named in the official Lights Parade Program. A club competition is planned for this year with nautical and non-nautical categories. It’s time to register, grab your buddies, cook up a creation, play with lights, perfect your parade cocktails, find your ski gloves, and make bright things happen. eastportyc.org

MARINA T H E

C R E S C E N T

951 Fell St. Baltimore, MD 21231

Call Andy at 410-977-6395 Daily and Weekly rates available 18 October 2009 PropTalk

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• Nancy Bray, general manager of Hartge Yacht Harbor in Galesville, MD, says, “Just in time for our fall haulouts, we recently took delivery of a brand-new 50-ton TraveLift. It comes with remote control that allows for total control of the boat hoist, gives us more flexibility, and makes it easier for one person to operate the lift.” What will they think of next? hartgeyachtharbor.com

Both listings available for your inspection in Annapolis

2006 47’ Grand Banks Eastbay Flybridge John Kaiser

Purchased new in 2008. Includes Bow and Stern thrusters w/remote control. Current CAT C-12 factory warranties with additional extended warranties. $850K.

2000 38' Fairline Flybridge Aggressively priced under comps at $199,000. Beautifully maintained.

John Kaiser - 410.923.1400 cell:443.223.7864 Photos & details:

W W W. Y A C H T V I E W. C O M

Bandy 27 Erik Lostrom (above) recently launched a mobile business called Scandia Marine Services Inc. Scandia offers custom carpentry, custom design/fabrication, electrical systems, electronics installation, fiberglass repair/modification, general maintenance/repair, marine systems, and rigging. With more than 25 years of experience with both sail and power, Lostrom is a naval architect, a member of ABYC, an ABYC Certified Marine Technician, and the former service manager for The Yacht Center at Kent Narrows, MD. (443) 496-0854

Well Engineered.

Bandy Boats Annapolis, Annapolis, Maryland Maryland

Bandy 26

Bandy 35

410.956.9496 410.956.9496

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How Does Your Family Have FUN on the Water?

• Idyllic West River location

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featuring spectacular sunsets • Baltimore, Solomons, Cambridge, and St. Michaels are a short cruise away • Full dining room and bar • Swimming pool (certified lifeguards on duty) • Poolside cabana for food and beverages • Picnic tables dockside with gas grills • Pet friendly environment • Camaraderie • Gated, secure facility with 135 boat slips • Dockmaster on premises • Fuel and pumpout on premises • Brand new bathroom & shower facilities

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Set your course for FUN by contacting CYC at:

301.261.5296 www.chesapeakeyachtclub.com

See us at the U.S. Powerboat Show booth C5

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This July, Ted Carski, Ph.D., and Jay Falstad (below) joined the board of the Sassafras River Association (SRA). Dr. Carski has been with DuPont Crop Protection for 23 years and co-chairs SRA’s Science Committee. Falstad is the communications director and lobbyist for Queen Anne’s Conservation Association and serves on the boards of the Chester River Association and the Maryland League of Conservation Voters. sassafrasriver.org Ted Carski Jay Falstad

Gary Bouthillette (right) recently joined the management team at Knot 10 Yacht Sales near Baltimore. He says, “We’ll be offering educational and fun weekend escapes, cruise-ins, and getaways for our used boat buyers.” knot10.com • More power behind your engine. Volvo Penta’s new Penta Protection Program combines a two-year, Volvo Penta factory-limited warranty with an additional three years of coverage through First Protection Corp. The program is standard for all gasoline EFI sterndrive engines manufactured after July 1 and delivered in North America. volvo.com/volvopenta/na/en-us

• On October 13, wish Williams’ Yacht Management a happy 10th birthday. They specialize in individualized services, including detailing, shrink-wrapping, painting, engine repair, security checkups, provisioning, captain services, and winterization and spring commissioning. Tim Boteler, vice president of the Annapolis-based company, says, “Our team looks forward to exceeding your expectations.” wymltd.com • This summer, MarineMax, Inc. added Meridian Yachts to its many offerings for Chesapeake Bay skippers. MarineMax has several locations in Maryland, Delaware, and New Jersey. For more information, touch base with tjrose@marinemax.com in Baltimore To provide seamless services to offshore cruisers, Sea Spirit Yachts has selected SeaKits for Fleet Solutions. Say that three times fast. The new partnership will make the SeaKits Marine Maintenance Systems (MMS) standard on 51- to 88-foot Passagemakers built by Sea Spirit. Long-range cruiser Ed Koethe owns Dauntless (right), the first Sea Spirit Passagemaker 60 built and made sure she had MMS onboard. seakits.com, seaspirityachts.com Send Dock Talk items to ruth@proptalk.com.

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DIFFERENCES Spring DIFFERENCES Spring High Low H. Ht L. Ht Range High Low H. Ht L. Ht Range

DIFFERENCES Spring High Low H. Ht L. Ht Range

Onancock Creek +3 :52 +4 :15 *0.70 *0.83 2.2 Stingray Point +2 :01 +2 :29 *0.48 *0.83 1.4 Hooper Strait Light +5 :52 +6 :04 *0.66 *0.67 2.0 Lynnhaven Inlet +0 :47 +1 :08 *0.77 *0.83 2.4

Mtn Pt, Magothy River +1:24 Chesapeake Beach –1:14 Cedar Point –3:16 Point Lookout –3:48

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Windmill Point Wolf Trap Light Urbanna Norfolk

+1:56 +2:13 –0:07 +0:27 37°39’ +3:04 36°51’ +0:15

*0.50 *0.50 1.5 *0.65 *0.65 1.9 *0.58 *0.58 1.7 *1.12 *1.17 3.4

+1:40 –1:15 –3:13 –3:47

*0.88 *0.88 1.0 *1.12 *1.14 1.1 *1.33 *1.33 1.4 *1.37 *1.33 1.4

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DIFFERENCES Spring High Low H. Ht L. Ht Range

Sharps Island Light –3:47 Havre de Grace +3:11 Sevenfoot Knoll Light – 0:06 St Michaels, Miles River –2:14

–3:50 +3:30 –0:10 –1:58

*1.18 *1.17 1.5 *1.59 *1.59 1.9 *0.82 *0.83 1.1 *1.08 *1.08 1.4

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PropTalk’s Tide & Current Tables Provided by

September 15 - October 14 Currents

Current tables show location, day of the week, day of the month, event (Slack, max Flood, max Ebb), time, and current speed in knots.

CHESAPEAKE BAY ENTRANCE

BALTIMORE APPROACH

15 0308 0819

30 0400 0901

16 0358 0926

1 0431 0952

17 0442 1026

2 0500 1038

18 0528 1120

3 0529 1120

19 0611 1212

4 0559 1200

0029 20 0657 1302

5 0633 1241

20 0405 0940

0002 -1.2 0531 +0.7 1206 -1.4 1517 1757 +1.0

0054 -1.3 0623 +0.9 1304 -1.5 1613 1847 +1.1 0144 -1.5 0711 +1.1 1401 -1.7 1707 1937 +1.1 0232 -1.6 0801 +1.2 1455 -1.7 1758 2029 +1.1 0317 -1.6 0852 +1.3 1544 -1.7 1850 2120 +1.1

0359 -1.6 0940 +1.3 1631 -1.7 1943 2208 +1.0

0112 0441 -1.5 0744 1026 +1.2 1351 1719 -1.5 2038 2255 +0.9

0037 -0.9 0622 +0.5 1244 -1.0 1609 1842 +0.7 0108 -1.0 0656 +0.6 1325 -1.1 1646 1915 +0.7 0139 -1.1 0730 +0.7 1407 -1.2 1721 1951 +0.8 0214 -1.2 0805 +0.9 1449 -1.3 1800 2030 +0.8 0251 -1.3 0842 +1.0 1529 -1.3 1840 2110 +0.8 0329 -1.4 0919 +1.0 1608 -1.4 1924 2150 +0.8

0036 0408 -1.4 0712 0957 +1.1 1324 1650 -1.3 2010 2230 +0.8

0155 22 0833 1439

0525 -1.3 1113 +1.1 1813 -1.3 2131 2344 +0.7

0237 0615 -1.2 0925 1204 +1.0 1528 1912 -1.2 2228

24 0318 1021

0037 +0.6 0711 -1.0 1300 +0.8 1624 2010 -1.0

0401 1125 1730

0115 0758 1408 2059

0449 -1.4 1037 +1.1 1737 -1.3 2313 +0.7

0156 0536 -1.3 0846 1123 +1.0 1456 1834 -1.2 2151

9 0240 0939

0131 +0.4 0806 -1.0 1359 +0.6 2108 -0.8

0003 +0.6 0633 -1.2 1216 +0.9 1549 1935 -1.1

0332 1040 1656

0100 +0.6 0735 -1.2 1316 +0.9 2035 -1.1

15 0549 1228

0223 +0.9 0903 -0.8 1512 +0.6 1800 2104 -0.7

16 0641 1306

0323 +0.9 0950 -0.9 1601 +0.7 1900 2205 -0.8

0106 17 0728 1343

0419 +0.9 1035 -0.9 1648 +0.9 1955 2301 -0.9

0209 18 0814 1420

0511 +0.9 1119 -0.9 1734 +1.0 2046 2354 -1.0

0308 19 0857 1458

0601 +0.8 1201 -0.9 1819 +1.1 2136 0045 -1.0 0650 +0.8 1243 -0.9 1537 1903 +1.2

0500 1024 1618

0225 -1.0 0828 +0.6 1411 -0.7 1700 2035 +1.1

0005 0317 -1.0 0653 0920 +0.5 1156 1458 -0.6 1744 2124 +1.0

0238 28 0707 1438

0152 13 0721 1408

29 0324 0806

0247 14 0828 1511

0451 +0.3 1112 -0.9 1733 +0.6 2024 0003 -0.8 0545 +0.4 1202 -1.0 1528 1810 +0.6

DIFFERENCES ON CHESAPEAKE BAY ENTRANCE: Wolf Trap Light, 0.5 mi west of Stingray Point, 12.5 mi east of Point Lookout, 5.9 nm ESE of ON BALTIMORE APPROACH: Poplar Island, 2.2 nm WSW of Thomas Point Shoal Lt, 0.5 nm SE of Chesapeake Bay Bridge, main chan

0419 +0.6 1058 -1.2 1647 +0.8 2009 2343 -1.2 0524 +0.8 1202 -1.4 1747 +0.8 2101

slack before

0044 0658 1319 1933

0353 +0.7 1009 -0.8 1624 +0.8 2234 -0.7

0139 0739 1349 2013

0439 +0.7 1046 -0.8 1701 +0.9 2319 -0.8

0231 0523 +0.7 0819 1121 -0.8 1417 1737 +0.9 2053

4 0322 0855

0002 -0.9 0606 +0.6 1155 -0.7 1445 1812 +1.0

5 0413 0931

0045 -0.9 0648 +0.6 1229 -0.7 1514 1849 +1.1

0504 1006 1546

0213 -1.0 0815 +0.4 1341 -0.6 1621 2009 +1.1

0651 1125 1703

0604 -0.8 1218 +0.4 1751 -0.4 2029

0339 1042 1608

floodmax flood

0112 +0.8 0755 -0.8 1414 +0.5 1710 2000 -0.5

0210 +0.7 0844 -0.8 1502 +0.6 1804 2057 -0.5 slack before ebb

0033 0745 1216 1754

0301 -0.9 0903 +0.4 1425 -0.5 2055 +1.1 0351 -0.9 0955 +0.3 1516 -0.5 2147 +1.0

0125 0445 -0.9 0838 1053 +0.3 1319 1617 -0.5 1855 2246 +0.9

0220 11 0927 1432

29 0525 1210

0012 +0.8 0701 -0.8 1319 +0.4 1857 -0.4

28 0433 1129

0128 -1.0 0731 +0.5 1304 -0.6 1927 +1.1

7 0557 1043

0149 0506 -0.8 0851 1116 +0.4 1352 1647 -0.5 1927 2312 +0.9

0053 0304 +0.6 0606 0945 -1.2 1259 1529 +0.7 1913 2245 -1.1

0139 0331 +0.3 0603 1006 -0.9 1339 1631 +0.5 1936 2317 -0.7

0200 15 0816 1342

0304 +0.7 0928 -0.8 1545 +0.7 1850 2148 -0.6

0410 -0.9 1016 +0.4 1549 -0.6 1833 2216 +1.0

0243 26 0949 1500

30 0613 1246

0056 24 0751 1250

11 0442 1149

0200 +0.5 0837 -1.2 1418 +0.8 1809 2138 -1.1

0135 -1.0 0739 +0.7 1326 -0.8 1949 +1.2

22 0556 1108

0034 26 0456 1233

0226 +0.3 0901 -0.9 1504 +0.5 1838 2214 -0.7

C&D CANAL

0541 -0.8 1154 +0.4 1728 -0.5 2009 2351 +0.8

0318 0638 -0.8 1012 1255 +0.5 1547 1843 -0.5 2131

13 0416 1055

0059 +0.8 0733 -0.8 1352 +0.7 1655 1955 -0.6

14 0512 1135

0205 +0.7 0825 -0.8 1445 +0.8 1756 2101 -0.8

0120 30 0757 1355

0453 +2.0 1045 -1.5 1638 +2.2 1950 2303 -2.4

0423 +1.8 1040 -1.6 1634 +1.6 1946 2246 -1.7

0257 16 0900 1444

0204 0828 1442 2046

17 0350 0942

0248 0546 +2.0 0859 1159 -2.2 1529 1817 +2.1 2142

18 0437 1023

3 0331 0930

19 0521 1102

4 0413 1003

20 0603 1142

5 0455 1038

0055 21 0644 1221

0022 0538 1116 1835

0252 -1.5 0843 +2.2 1445 -2.8 2139 +2.5

0150 22 0724 1259

0119 0623 1158 1925

0341 -1.4 0928 +2.2 1530 -2.8 2228 +2.4

0244 23 0804 1335

0216 0711 1244 2018

0431 -1.3 1015 +2.1 1617 -2.8 2321 +2.3

0337 24 0846 1410

0313 0526 -1.2 0804 1106 +1.9 1337 1710 -2.6 2115

0545 +2.1 1136 -1.8 1741 +2.5 2100 0002 -2.4 0632 +2.2 1224 -2.1 1543 1840 +2.7 0057 -2.4 0717 +2.2 1312 -2.3 1639 1939 +2.8 0152 -2.3 0801 +2.2 1401 -2.5 1734 2036 +2.8 0244 -2.1 0842 +2.2 1448 -2.5 1828 2128 +2.7

0331 -1.9 0922 +2.1 1531 -2.5 1920 2217 +2.5 0416 -1.7 1000 +1.9 1612 -2.4 2009 2305 +2.3 0503 -1.4 1038 +1.7 1652 -2.2 2054 2355 +2.0 0552 -1.2 1120 +1.5 1734 -2.0 2137

0023 -1.8 0628 +2.1 1238 -2.4 1615 1908 +2.2 0111 -1.7 0712 +2.2 1319 -2.6 1701 1959 +2.3 0201 -1.6 0757 +2.2 1401 -2.7 1748 2050 +2.4

25 0430 0932

10 0411 0902

26 0521 1024

11 0509 1009

27 0608 1122

12 0602 1122

28 0649 1217

0031 13 0650 1231

0035 29 0724 1307

0131 14 0736 1335

max ebb flood speed ratio ebb speed ratio

0044 +1.8 0643 -1.1 1206 +1.3 1447 1820 -1.8 0128 +1.7 0732 -1.0 1255 +1.2 1530 1908 -1.7 0210 +1.6 0819 -1.1 1346 +1.1 1626 1958 -1.6 0253 +1.6 0907 -1.2 1440 +1.2 1734 2052 -1.6

0338 +1.7 0956 -1.4 1537 +1.3 1842 2151 -1.6 food dir.

ebb dir.

0505 +1.9 1121 -1.9 1727 +1.8 2335 -1.8

0020 +2.2 0626 -1.1 1204 +1.9 1437 1813 -2.5 0120 +2.1 0724 -1.2 1307 +1.8 1549 1920 -2.3 0219 +2.0 0822 -1.3 1411 +1.9 1713 2028 -2.2

0320 +2.0 0921 -1.5 1519 +2.1 1836 2140 -2.1 0420 +2.0 1020 -1.8 1629 +2.3 1950 2250 -2.1

flood knots ebb knots

+1:43 +2:18 +3:45

+2:00 +3:00 +4:53

+1:34 +2:09 +4:57

+1:36 +2:36 +4:15

1.2 1.2 0.5

1.0 0.6 0.3

015° 030° 340°

190° 175° 161°

1.0 1.0 0.4

1.2 0.8 0.4

–0:44 –0:25 +0:16

–1:26 –0:09 +0:08

–0:57 –0:43 –0:17

–0:49 –0:41 +0:13

0.6 1.0 0.9

0.8 1.3 1.1

359° 033° 025°

185° 191° 230°

0.5 0.8 0.7

0.6 1.0 0.9

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Monday Crisfield Crab Cake Platter Tuesday Mama’s Meat Loaf & 1/2 Price Bottles of Wine Wednesday Authentic Beef Tacos Thursday 90 Miles to Cuba Chicken FrIday Fish Tacos

Canoe Tours 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Weekends. Leesylvania State Park, Woodbridge, VA. Two-hour canoe trip on Powell’s Creek with basic safety and paddling instructions. Moonlight tours available. dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/lee.shtml

8-Oct 27

Safe Boating Course 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Anchorage Marina, Baltimore. Presented by the Dundalk Sail and Power Squadron on eight consecutive Tuesdays. dspsdundalk.org

10-Oct 29

Safe Boating Course 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Luther Memorial Lutheran Church, Baltimore. Presented by the Dundalk Sail and Power Squadron on eight consecutive Tuesdays. dspsdundalk.org

12-26

Three Seminars for Snowbirds 10 a.m. to noon. Saturdays. West Marine, 113 Hillsmere Drive, Annapolis. Topics are taking the ICW to Florida, heading to Bahama, and staying safe. (410) 268-0129

15-Nov 5

Be a Smarter, Safer Boater 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Sixteen two-hour Tuesday and Thursday sessions at Seneca Valley High School, Germantown, MD. Hosted by USCG Auxiliary Flotilla 24-08. (202) 363-4898

oysters, clams, shrimp, crawfish, mussels & oyster shooters

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Celebrate the Severn 7 to 10 p.m. Philip Merrill Environmental Center, Chesapeake Bay Foundation, Annapolis. Celebrate the $2 million donated to the Severn this year with delicious local food, live music from Today’s Date, live auction, and a raffle for a Capri scooter. severnriverkeeper.org

Lighthouse Challenge Grand Opening 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Hooper Strait Lighthouse, Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum, St. Michaels. Celebrate Maryland’s 375th Birthday at this early bird start to the Lighthouse Challenge weekend at Hooper Strait Lighthouse. cheslights.org

18-20

Jersey Shore Boat Sale and Expo Lakewood, NJ. See nearly 35 new boat lines, previously loved boats, pro seminars, a fisheries town hall meeting, and accessories for sale by local marine retailers. jerseyboatexpo.com

Antique and Classic Boat Society Show Pt. Pleasant, NJ. Barnegat Bay Chapter hosts vendors, artists, flea market, and antique cars. (610) 296-4878

Antique Car and Classic Boat Show Noon to 5 p.m. Town Point Park, Norfolk, VA. Vessels, vehicles, and various food and beverages. Part of the proceeds benefit local charities. festeventsva.org

Boatyard Beach Bash 5 to 9 p.m. Annapolis Maritime Museum in Eastport. Enjoy this tropical-infused beach party featuring live music and tasty treats. Featuring The John Frinzi Band, James “Sunny Jim” White, and Jim Morris. $60. boatyardbarandgrill.com Racing caterpillars during Blackwater Refuge's Open House last year. The fun for kids of all ages returns October 3. 24 October 2009 PropTalk

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Corsica River Awareness Day Noon to 4 p.m. Bloomfield Farm, Centreville, MD. Help out the Corsica River Conservancy. Free family fun! Tours, tasty food, hayrides, a straw maze, pumpkin painting, exhibits, creative crafts, demos, and more. corsicariverconservancy.org

National Coastal Cleanup Day 9 a.m. to Noon. Teach the next generation to care for our waterways at the cleanup of the shoreline of the Choptank River at Sailwinds Park, Cambridge, MD. Food for volunteers! (Rain date: September 26.) sailwindscambridge.com

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National Talk Like a Pirate Day

Police Hold Tiki Bar Fundraiser 3 p.m. The Solomons area Fraternal Order of Police will hold Tiki Bar patrons “in custody” to raise money for their benevolence fund. Food, fun, and entertainment. tikibarsolomons.com

Rappahannock RiverFest 5 to 9 p.m. Fairgrounds, Fredericksburg, VA. Wine and dine on steamed crabs and BBQ with good Friends of the Rappahannock. Live music, fine food and drinks, and fun auctions. riverfriends.org

Summer Send-Off Beer and Wine Block Party Historic Downtown Cambridge, MD. Say “Hello fall!” with a street festival. Local food, beverages, music, contests, shopping, arts and crafts, and more. cambridgemainstreet.com

Wm. B. Tennison Picnic Cruise 5 p.m. Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons. Pack a picnic and enjoy a family cruise on the Patuxent River. $15 per adult; $10 per kid. calvertmarinemuseum.com

Wooden Canoe Rendezvous 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Havre de Grace Maritime Museum, Havre de Grace, MD. Show off your wooden canoe along with Chesapeake Wooden Boat Builders. Demos and antique canoe identifications! FREE. hdgmaritimemuseum.org

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Maryland Lighthouse Challenge See how many Bay lighthouses you can visit in one weekend. cheslights.org

21-26

Build Your Own Boat Chesapeake Light Craft, Annapolis. Geoff Kerr will help you build a Chesapeake 17LT. clcboats.com

Pride of Baltimore II’s Birthday Celebration 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Canton Exchange Building and Pier, Baltimore. Sailabration and Sunset Party mark 21 years for the old girl. Celebrate with live music, food, beer, wine, and tours. Silent auction and oil paintings and scale models for sale. $65. Free onsite parking. pride2.org

24-27

American Tugs East Coast Rendezvous Calvert Marina, Solomons. Tugs, factory reps, more tugs, and hands-on docking drills. tugtardis.com, atugoa.com

24-27

Ocean City Sunfest Celebrate the change of seasons. Arts and crafts show, artists, and food. Concerts by The Village People, Little Big Town, Rick Springfield, and more! ococean.com

Lighthouse Adventure Cruise Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons, MD. Leave the museum dock at 7:45 a.m. on a chartered boat to see Lower Bay lighthouses. $150; bring your own picnic. calvertmarinemuseum.com

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Mathews Maritime Heritage Celebration Horn Harbor Marina, Port Haywood, VA. Crab pots, oyster nets, and artsy crafts come to life as pros pick crabs. mathewsmaritimemuseum.com

Rock Hall FallFest 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Crafts, music, a fun run for kids, food, oyster boats, demos, crab picking and oyster shucking contests, magic, giant slide and moon bounce, pony rides, and more. rockhallmd.com

Waterfront Festival Wilmer Park, Chestertown, MD. Bluegrass music, kayak competitions, tug-ofwar tournament, cardboard boat regatta, environmental exhibitors, boat rides, live music, food, arts and crafts, and more. For kids of all ages. ces.washcoll.edu

Fish Fry 2 to 6 p.m. Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s Merrill Center in Annapolis. The South River Federation’s popular fall event! Music, food, raffle, and fun for the whole family. southriverfederation.net

RiverFest at Historic St. Mary’s City Historic St. Mary’s City, MD. Live music, games, prizes, hands-on activities, exhibits, harbor rides, kayaking, and more all for free. Presented by the St. Mary’s River Watershed Association. smrwa.org

Watermen’s Day Festival Noon to 8 p.m. Watermen’s Wharf, Solomons. Celebrate Calvert County watermen with a bunch of contests, including boat docking, anchor tossing, and crab picking. (410) 326-3929

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Full Moon Party Boatyard Bar & Grill, Eastport. Party with music by Nautical Wheelers. boatyardbarandgrill.com

Open Dock 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Gratitude Yachting Center, Rock Hall, MD. Refreshments and sea trials of new Island Packets, Ranger Tugs, and more. gratitudeyachting.com

2-4

Solomons Trawler Fest Calvert Marina and Holiday Inn Select. Boats, displays, demos, food, libations, seminars, and much more. The power of tugs compels you. passagemaker.com

Blackwater Refuge Open House 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge, Cambridge, MD. Bird walks, eagle prowls, nature talks, demos, exhibits, guided tours, and more. fws.gov/blackwater

Land and Water Tour of the War of 1812 The Maryland Historical Society in Baltimore, Fort McHenry, and The Pride of Baltimore II will take you on a wet and wild tour of key sites of the War. $150 includes lunch. abeiter@mdhs.org

Mid-Atlantic Small Craft Festival 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum, St. Michaels. See skiffs, kayaks, canoes, and other small boats from hundreds of boatbuilders and enthusiasts from all over the region. cbmm.org

Oyster Scald and Pub Crawl 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Solomons. Sample oysters at local restaurants, take free trolley rides, and bask in all that this waterfront town has to offer. solomonsmaryland.com

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Blessing of the Fleet 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. St. Clements Island/ Potomac River Museum, Colton’s Point, MD. Seafood, music, children’s fun, boat rides to St. Clements Island, and tours of Blackistone Lighthouse. Fireworks on Saturday. 7thdistrictoptimist.org

3-4

Clarksville Challenge Regatta Racing on Buggs Island Lake in Clarksville, VA. Some of the best racing on the East Coast, the race course is located between the Highway 58 Business and Bypass bridges. Outstanding spectator viewing from the causeway of the local bridge. clarksvillehydroplane.com

3-4

Fells Point Fun Festival Waterfront fun includes a beer garden, live bands, dancers, food vendors, carnival rides, family-friendly entertainment (puppets anyone?), fine arts and crafts, and more. preservationsociety.com

3-15

MD/DNR Boating Safety Certification Course October 3 and 10 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; test October 15 at 6 p.m. Eastport/ Annapolis Neck Branch Library. Offered by Annapolis Sail and Power Squadron. (410) 263-8777

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Horn Point Laboratory Open House 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cambridge, MD. Exhibits, tours, presentations, hands-on fun, games, free T-shirts for kids, and more. hpl.umces.edu

First Boat Named Obsession, 1101 Becomes most popular boat name ever. stunning-stuff.com

10-11

6-9

Electrical Certification Course Philadelphia, PA. Offered by American Boating & Yacht Council. abyc.org

Gordon Bok in Concert 8 p.m. World-renowned folk legend Gordon Bok will perform in concert at the Annapolis Maritime Museum. $15 in advance, $20 at the door. amaritime.org

9-11

Old Town Alexandria Food and Wine Festival 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Old Town Alexandria Crowne Plaza and the Old Town Holiday Inn Hotels. visitalexandriava.com

Harbor Day: At the Docks 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunset Avenue, West Ocean City, MD. Working harbor docks will swell with local seafood sales, heritage demos, refreshments, live music, interpretive exhibits, tackle, kids’ fun and games, competitions, USCG boat tours, and more. Free. ocharborday.com

Patuxent River Appreciation Days Calvert Maritime Museum, Solomons. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Don’t miss science and history exhibits, free harbor tours, kids’ fun, arts and crafts, food, music, an open house at the Calvert Marine Museum, and a Sunday Parade (2 p.m.). Free. Event benefits the health of the Patuxent River. pradinc.org

Poquoson Workboat Races 1 p.m. Messick Point, Poquoson, VA. Dozens of Bay deadrises and other workhorses vie for "King of the Bay" bragging rights. poquosonseafoodfestival.com

15-18

U.S. Powerboat Show Annapolis. Forget engine envy. Now's the chance to drool over all types of powerboats, accessories, toys, and gear. If you need it, it's here. usboat.com

Crisfield Waterman’s Festival 12:30 to 4 p.m. Somers Cove Marina. All-you-can-eat oysters, crabs, clams, chicken, sides, and more. $40. Hosted by Crisfield Heritage Foundation. crisfieldchamber.com

16-18

Fort Algernoune, 1609: Celebration and Conference Fort Monroe, Hampton, VA. Celebrate 400 years with a U.S. Citizen Naturalization Ceremony, a museum reception, Miss Hampton II cruises, tours, national speakers, and more. fmfada.com

16-18

Poquoson (VA) Seafood Festival Celebrate watermen with music, arts and crafts, seafood, kids’ fun, workboat races, baby beauty contest, Chesapeake Bay exhibits, and more. Bring beach chairs and blankets for all concerts. poquosonseafoodfestival.com

Crabtoberfest Noon to 7 p.m. Sailwinds Park, Cambridge, MD. German beer, bratwurst, blue crabs, kids’ fun, folk dancing, live music by Die Schlauberger, and a polka party. $5. crabtoberfest.com

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Tilghman Island Day 6 to 10 p.m. Row- and work-boat races, boat docking, crab picking and oyster shucking contests, local seafood, live auctions, and more. tilghmanmd.com

17-18

St. Mary’s County Oyster Festival 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds, Leonardtown, MD. National Oyster Shucking Championship and National Oyster Cook-Off. usoysterfest.com

West River Heritage Day Oyster Festival 12:30 until 5 p.m. Captain Salem Avery Museum, Shady Side, MD. Entertainers, artists, authors, craftsmen, and food. shadysidemuseum.org

American Mariner Is Sunk Off Smith Island To Serve as Navy Target Ship, 1966 Replaces The Old Hannibal, blasted beneath the waves long ago.

23-24

Canal Ghost Walk 6 to 9 p.m. Chesapeake City, MD. Boo! chesapeakecity.com

23-24

Spirits of Point Lookout State Park Scotland, MD. stmaryskiwanis.org

Rappahannock Cleanup Fredericksburg, VA. riverfriends.org

24-25

Diesel Engine Class annapolisschoolofseamanship.com

24-25

Patuxent Naval Campaign Recap 5:30 p.m. Maryland Historical Society, Baltimore. Donald Shomette describes how Joshua Barney led a Bay flotilla against the British. abeiter@mdhs.org

Safe Boating and Piloting Course North East River YC, North East, MD. America’s Boating Safe Boating Course certificationin the a.m. and afternoon piloting course. $35. wilmcoop@comcast.net

Premier of The Port that Built a City and State 2 to 5 p.m. Baltimore Museum of Industry. See the 60thanniversary documentary about Baltimore’s historic long-running maritime TV series.

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Oyster and Seafood Festival Waterman’s Crab House, Rock Hall, MD. All you can eat buffet, live entertainment, kid’s fun, and more. rockhallmd.com

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Halloween Night Paddle Chesapeake Paddlers Association, Washington, DC. cpakayaker.com

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Out of My Mind

by Ruth Christie

August 26, nearly a month after the shipwreck, this is part of what was left on shore. With hurricane season upon us, the bits and pieces of Skip Along will no doubt soon become part of the beach’s unseen history.

silent jumble of life jackets, cans, and painted wooden cabinetry. These were part of the eerie scene that depressed us July 26 off Beverly-Triton Beach near Mayo, MD. I don’t have any photos from that day, so words will have to do. As we often do on weekends to get some fresh air and exercise, we walked to a nearby waterfront park featuring a swing set on Saturday without seeing anything untoward. On Sunday, I quickly dismissed the thought to pack my camera in between the towels, sunscreen, snacks, and drinks for a return jaunt to the beach. The kids wore swimsuits under their clothes; warm water, hot sun, and Bay beaches equal kids in swimsuits. If not, they’ll get soggy, sandy shorts, and you’ll get an earful. We headed to the beach about 11 a.m. As we walked our familiar weekend route to the Bay and neared our final turn, a guy on a four-wheel drive passed us and asked, “Are you going to see the shipwreck?” “Huh?” Eyes scanning the beach and our interest piqued, we soon found the thing off the coast. It was surreal. Twenty

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yards off a normally deserted stretch of beach, a black-hulled boat bobbed about in shallow waters oddly tilted on its side. As we got closer, we saw beer cans and bright orange life jackets. The debris field covered two small beaches split by a crumbling concrete jetty. A cooler, jutting pieces of cabinets and hardware, a varnished wood transom with its manifold still attached, and other pieces of a liquid lifestyle dug into the sand in front of the broken shell of the boat offshore. She had been a wooden boat, probably more than 26 feet long… It’s hard to say. Her carcass looked like a huge fish spine barely connected to a floppy head, which upon closer inspection, turned out to be the boat’s top and bow cut in two but somehow unwilling to let go of each other. Where did she come from? Our minds wandered back to the thunderstorms and strong winds the night before. Did lightning or some kind of explosion shear off the transom that way? Were the beer cans from the boat or from spectators on shore? Was the jetty somehow responsible? Was anyone hurt… or worse?

Scanning the water, we knew it was a long shallow wade out from the beach to get to any safe depth of water for a boat that size. I mentally scolded myself for not taking my camera and thought about returning later to snap some photos. Soon, county vehicles arrived to help with the cleanup. Later, nearby sirens signaled yet another boating accident, one of three we know of on the Bay that day. It all got me to thinking. If that shipwreck had been my boat with my friends or family involved, would I have wanted anyone taking photos? This was the first (and hopefully last) time I’ve seen a shipwreck first hand. When you spend as much time on a boat on the Bay as we do, enjoying carefree overnighters and longer trips nearly every weekend with two young kids, seeing the wreckage of someone else’s dreamboat gives you pause. It reminds us to take nothing for granted. It also gives a valuable lesson: if you’re wearing a life vest, nine times out of 10, it will take you to shore. Since then, I’ve scoured local news sources to see what happened, but to no avail. If you know Skip Along’s story, drop me a line at ruth@proptalk.com.

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Dock Bar Guide Upper Bay

Chesapeake Inn

39° 31.6N 75° 48.6W

The Granary

39° 26.1N 75° 58.4W

Nauti Goose Saloon

39° 35.4N 75° 56.4W

Woody’s Crab House

39° 36.2N 75° 56.3W

Harbor Shack

39° 8.1N 76° 14.6W

Waterman’s Crab House

39° 7.5N 76° 12.6W

Carson’s Creekside

39° 19.3N 76° 25.6W

Sue Island

39° 17.1N 76° 23.9W

Crab Quarters

39° 20.5N 76° 24.5W

Red Eye Clubhouse

39° 17.1N 76° 24.4W

Island View Café

39° 16.1N 76° 23.8W

Hard Yacht Café

39° 15.0N 76° 29.3W

Bay Café

39° 16.4N 76° 34.3W

Rusty Scupper

39° 16.5N 76° 36.3W

Dead End Saloon

39° 16.5N 76° 35.2W

Canton Dockside

39° 16.3N 76° 34.9W

River Watch

39° 18.4N 76° 25.5W

Nick’s Fish House

39° 15.4N 76° 36.4W

Windows on the Bay

39° 8.4N 76° 29.6W

Cheshire Crab

39° 7.6N 76° 28.4W

Magothy Seafood

39° 4.1N 76° 30.7W

Deep Creek

39° 2.6N 76° 27.4W

Jellyfish Joel’s

39° 15.5N 76° 10.5W

C&D Canal

Sassafras River Northeast River Northeast River

Rock Hall Harbor Rock Hall Harbor

Dark Head Creek Middle River Middle River Middle River

Browns Creek

Bear Creek, Dundalk Baltimore Harbor Baltimore Harbor Baltimore Harbor Baltimore Harbor Baltimore

Middle Branch

Patapsco River Bodkin Creek

Mill Creek, Magothy River Deep Creek, Magothy River Chesapeake Bay Powerboating

Fairlee Creek

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Middle Bay (cont.)

Middle Bay

Riptides

38° 56.5N 76° 33.2W

Hemingway’s and Lola’s

38° 58.3N 76° 19.4W

Pusser’s Landing

38° 58.6N 76° 29.2W

Kentmorr

38° 54.5N 76° 21.4W

Sam’s Waterfront Café

39° 2.1N 76° 24.4W

Annie’s Paramount

38° 57.2N 76° 12.4W

Mike’s

38° 57.1N 76° 34.3W

Harris Crab House

38° 57.2N 76° 12.4W

Cantlers Riverside Inn

39° 0.2N 76° 27.3W

Red Eye's Dock Bar

38° 57.2N 76° 12.4W

Captain Bud’s

37° 58.3N 75° 51.4W

Big Owl Tiki Bar

38° 58.1N 76° 14.7W

The Captain’s Table

38° 19.5N 76° 27.5W

The Jetty

38° 58.3N 76° 14.2W

DiGiovanni’s

38° 19.2N 76° 27.3W

Fisherman’s Inn

38° 58.1N 76° 14.4W

Stoney’s Kingfisher

38° 19.3N 76° 27.4W

Calypso Bay

38° 46.3N 76° 34.8W

Blue Heron Pub

38° 13.5N 76° 57.4W

Crab Claw

38° 47.5N 76° 13.2W

Madigan’s Waterfront

38° 40.5N 77° 15.3W

St. Michaels Crab House

38° 47.4N 76° 13.1W

Mango’s Bar & Grill

38° 43.2N 76° 32.3W

Foxy’s Dock Bar

38° 47.2N 76° 13.2W

Naughty Gull

38° 19.5N 76° 27.5W

Lowes Wharf Marina Inn

38° 45.9N 76° 19.7W

Pirate’s Cove

38° 50.6N 76° 32.3W

Schooners Landing

38° 41.3N 76° 10.1W

Big Mary’s Dock Bar

38° 50.6N 76° 32.3W

The Masthead

38° 40.5N 76° 10.1W

Thursday’s

38° 50.5N 76° 32.4W

Abner’s Seaside

38° 41.2N 76° 32.1W

Skipper’s Pier

38° 46.2N 76° 33.3W

South River Ego Alley

Chesapeake Harbor South River

Tiki Bar Kent Narrows

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Mill Creek, MD Crisfield, MD

Solomons, MD Solomons, MD Solomons, MD

Colonial Beach, VA Occoquan River Herring Bay

Patuxent River

Kent Narrows

(410) 827-4959

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Galesville, MD Galesville, MD Galesville, MD

Rockhold Creek, Deale

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Kent Island Kent Island

Kent Narrows Kent Narrows Kent Narrows Kent Narrows Kent Narrows Kent Narrows

Tracys Landing, MD St. Michaels St. Michaels St. Michaels

Sherwood, MD Oxford Oxford

Chesapeake Beach

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Middle Bay (cont.)

Lower Bay

Vera’s White Sands

38° 25.3N 76° 27.5W

Mallards at the Wharf

37° 42.7N 75° 45.3W

Badfish Dock Bar

38° 19.1N 76° 27.1W

Sunset Grill

36° 57.5N 76° 17.3W

Catamarans

38° 19.3N 76° 27.4W

Surfrider

37° 0.5N 76° 20.4W

Solomon’s Pier

38° 19.2N 76° 27.3W

The Beacon Cabana Bar

37° 3.1N 76° 17.6W

Tiki Bar

38° 19.1N 76° 27.2W

Surfrider Marina Shores

36° 54.2N 76° 3.5W

Four Winds Café

38° 19.5N 76° 27.1W

Surfrider Taylors Landing

36° 55.2N 76° 11.3W

Bay Hundred

38° 43.8N 76° 19.5W

La Marinella

36° 54.2N 76° 4.1W

Suicide Bridge

38° 37.2N 75° 56.4W

One Fish Two Fish

36° 54.4N 76° 4.3W

Snappers

38° 34.2N 76° 4.2W

Chicks Oyster House

36° 54.2N 76° 5.6W

Morris Point

38° 15.2N 76° 43.9W

Dockside Inn

36° 54.2N 76° 5.1W

Tim’s II

38° 19.4N 77° 14.5W

Bar Norfolk

36° 50.4N 76° 17.3W

Potowmack Landing

38° 49.5N 77° 2.3W

Hooters

36° 50.4N 76° 17.3W

Tim’s River Shore

38° 34.1N 77° 15.5W

Pelican Pub

37° 7.1N 75° 58.7W

Spinnaker’s

37° 30.2N 77° 36.3W

Aqua at Bay Creek Resort

37° 15.4N 75° 58.7W

Tommy’s

37° 50.3N 76° 15.1W

River’s Inn

37° 15.2N 76° 28.5W

Smithfield Station

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Trawler Fest Just the Ticket!

by Ruth Christie

New from Jet Tern Marine, the Selene 44 turns heads during her first sea trial. Selene Annapolis is your local dealer on the Bay. seleneannapolis.com

ruising comfort, economy of operation, modern conveniences, quality of life, and self-sufficiency. Add fun to the mix, and you’ve set the tone for the Solomons Trawler Fest October 2-4. New boats, new gear, new friends, and new knowledge await you and your friends.

Live a Little

Be at the Calvert Marina to tour more than 60 shiny new boats and enjoy exhibits of every nautical essential imaginable. Trawler Fest will also provide superb opportunities to socialize with fellow boaters during nightly cocktail receptions with musical entertainment, delightful dinners, a festive luau, and an auction benefiting the NavyMarine Corps Relief Society. 34 October 2009 PropTalk

Learn a Little

The Holiday Inn Select once again is seminar central. New Trawler Fest seminars will help you find your inner cruising style, navigate with radar, do repair projects, cruise with common sense, live onboard better, use new VHF systems, stay safe, deal with medical emergencies, and handle your own boat. Free hands-on activities each afternoon will show you stress-free docking techniques, green power alternatives, what to wear while cruising, safety gear, and how to deal with deck core issues. Trawler Fest, in combination with PassageMaker University’s unique offerings, is a wonderful opportunity for you to hone your skills and get professional help. Sign up for a three-day seminar, half-seminar package, or general admission. For more details and to register, call (888) 487-2953 or visit trawlerfest.com.

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School Is “In Session”

earn from the pros all you’ll need to know. If you’re lucky enough to be heading sout h this fall or cruising the Chesapeake Bay and beyond, PassageMaker University from Sept ember 20 to October 1 is for you. In separate twoday courses, Steve D’Antonio—PassageMaker Mag azine’s technical editor—will describe ship systems from stem to stern; captains John Martino and Scott Segal of the Annapolis School of Seamansh ip will cover diesel engine basics; ABYC-certified technician and captain John McDevitt will teach you about marine electrical systems and corrosion; capt ains Carol Cuddyer and Patti Moore—founders of Sea Sense: The Women’s Sailing and Powerboatin g School— will discuss women-only boat handling ; and Bob Smith will teach all about Lehman Ford diesel engines, which he developed. Most classes at the Holiday Inn Select run from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. both days.

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Seeing Solomons

or such a small town, Solomons offers a lot to do and see. Here’s PropTalk’s top pick of things you won't want to miss while you’re there: * The Riverwalk along the Patuxent has great views, ice cream, good food, fun shops nearby, a tot lot, a watermen’s memorial and historical plaques, a small beach, and a cool pavilion. * At the Calvert Marine Museum, tour the Drum Point Lighthouse, see boat models and exhibits, enjoy concerts by big-time performers, watch playful otters, take a ride on the Buyboat Wm. B. Tennison, for starters. * At the delightfully open-air Tiki Bar, you’ll find cool beverages, wonderful waterfront views, and free popcorn. It’s people watching at its best! * If you’re hungry, the town has many dockside dining ops, from casual to not-so-casual. * If you’re sleepy, Solomons has a boatload of marinas and several hotels, inns, and B&Bs for you to choose from. Or, anchor in one of the creeks surrounding Solomons, dinghy all over the place, and enjoy the sights. * Woodburns Food Market has everything you’ll ever want for an onboard gourmet feast, and the Solomons Island Winery nearby has something to wash it all down with. Just bring your bike or take a hike. * At the base of the Governor Thomas Johnson Memorial Bridge, you’ll find a friendly visitors center, well-maintained boat ramps, the Pepper Langley Fishing (and Crabbing) Pier, and picnic tables and grills. * To feed your inner artist, Annemarie Garden has unique eclectic sculptures for you to “Ooh and Aah” over. * In need of a little exercise? Grab your camera and stroll the tree-lined streets of Solomons. It’s hometown America at its best. * Like any pretty southern belle, Solomons has a busy social calendar. If you don’t believe us, check out solomonsmaryland.com.

So, What’s Hot?

In addition to the new boats featured here, Trawler Fest will show off a bunch of new products, including a solarpowered freezer from Frigid-Rigid.

The Maine Cat P-47 purrs in profile. She is designed for speed, fuel efficiency, comfort, and safety. mecat.com

Jarrett Bay Yacht Sales will bring a Grand Banks 41 EU for you to drool over. On the Bay, you’ll find offices in Baltimore, Portsmouth, and Virginia Beach. jarrettbayyachtsales.com

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BOATSHOW 2009 ANNAPOLIS

Days

October

Hunt 52

by Joe Evans

The Hunt 52—Two of the first two owners of the fabulous new Hunt 52 are based on the Chesapeake. You will have a rare first chance to tour one of these exquisite C. Ray Hunt Associates designs in the water at the show.

Arrive Early—Stay Late

Thursday, October 15 Opening day – VIP/Trade 10 to 6 – $35 (all ages) Friday-Saturday, October 16-17 10 to 6:30 – $17 adult, $8 child under 13 Sunday, October 18 10 to 6 – $17 adult, $8 child under 13 Friday-Sunday, Two-Day Combo $29

he festival of Annapolis fall boat shows carries on for about a month beginning in September with the arrival of out-of-town boats to the local marinas and boatyards where they receive final preparations before nestling into slips around Annapolis Harbor. The Sailboat show, with 39 years of practice to spring from, is first to run its course. It always ends with a Columbus Day bang and some cocktails around sunset on the second Monday of the month. Then it’s time for the power boats to rumble in and celebrate the 38th running of the nation’s oldest in-water powerboat show from October 15 through 18. At press time, the momentum includes more than 400 exhibitors including 36 October 2009 PropTalk

seawall-to-seawall displays of more than 200 new boats, countless accessories, and copious cash-and-carry opportunities including deck shoes, boat gear, fishing stuff, fashion statements, food, and drink. The excitement fills every nook and each cranny of Ego Ally, Susan Campbell Park, and every square foot of eating and bar space in downtown Annapolis. It’s wild. PropTalk is proud to be a home-grown part of the show in our customary location along the Dock Street seawall at booth F6. Please come by to say hello, pick up the November issue, which will arrive the morning of the show’s opening, and get a commemorative temporary PropTalk tattoo for your young seafarers or your main squeeze.

Note: You don’t have to be a VIP or a high-profile member of the trade to feel like a VIP on opening day. All you need is $35 and a free copy of PropTalk Magazine to be cool. It’s an excellent opportunity for serious shoppers, as the crowd will be less simply because it’s Thursday, and it costs 35 bucks.

Parking

Don’t even dream about finding a parking place downtown. Your best strategy is to park at the Navy-Marine Corp Stadium ($10) and hop on the free shuttle to the show. To get to the stadium, take Rowe Blvd (exit 24) from Route 50 and follow the signs about a mile to Farragut Road. You can’t miss it; it’s a stadium. The shuttles run continuously from 9 a.m. until an hour after the show closes. For more information call the show office—(410) 268-8828.

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Learning

As always, the show will host a robust schedule of free seminars on Friday and Saturday presented by experts. In years past, the programs have been presented in conference rooms in the Annapolis Marriott above Pusser’s Landing. We know that some likely attendees may have had difficulty getting past the Pusser’s Landing Painkiller vendors, and we speculate that this is one reason to move the seminars to a special tent inside the show. The tent will be in the Yacht basin lot between the Marriott and the Annapolis Yacht Club. You’ll still have to navigate past at least two Painkiller bars to get there. Good Luck! At press time, this was the schedule for Friday and Saturday. No seminars are planned for Thursday or Sunday. 1 p.m. – Marine Diesel Basics by Captain John Martino of the Annapolis School of Seamanship 2 p.m. – Couples Cruising by Marty and Suzanne Tuck 3 p.m. – Navigating the Intracoastal Waterway by Paul Truelove 4 p.m. – Cruising the Chesapeake Bay by Janie Meneely All seminars are first come, first served. So, get there a little bit early.

Take the Wheel

New this year is a cool concept, which will provide opportunities for prospective boaters to try out what they learn in a day-long “Take the Wheel” package offered by the Annapolis School of Seamanship. The package includes a two-day show pass, morning seminars, a pile of printed instructional material, and an afternoon on-the-water experience in one of four types of powerboats—trawler, express cruiser, center console, and a Down East-style yacht. You will also get a light breakfast, lunch, and a chance to compare notes with other participants at a wine tasting social hour. The boats are being provided by Tiara Yachts, Kadey-Krogen Yachts, Boston Whaler, and MJM Yachts. The seminar themes cover the elements of picking the right boat to suit your needs, design and propulsion considerations, boat buying and chartering, buying new or used boats, dealing with yacht brokers and dealers, boat surveys, sea-trials, and the essential things to know before you leave the dock regarding registration, licensing, and safety. The cost is $149 a person or $200 for a couple. Space is very limited. Go to usboat.com/TaketheWheel.com or call (410) 263-8848 to register. Follow us on Twitter—twitter.com/proptalk

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HOOD 43

The Hood 43—CW Hood is introducing the new 43 footer to the Chesapeake at this show. This 24,000-pound sport crusier features twin 540-hp Cummins diesels and a Down East pedigree. Worth a look!

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The Bonadeo 34—Larry Bonadeo is bringing one of his 34-foot dream machines to Annapolis in October. These are custom-built epoxy-vinylester/ Kevlar/carbon fiber fishing and running machines built in Stuart, FL. The boat PropTalk tested last year featured a pair of 300-hp Mercury Verados and topped out at 50 knots. Her comfort zone was between 30 and 40 knots. She'll be on land in the #60 spot near the Hell's Point Seafood Restaurant.

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Whiskey

Friday night, October 16 from 6 to 10 p.m. will be dedicated to the sublime business of tasting some of the best whiskeys in the world. Whiskey Live, billed as the ultimate whiskey experience will take over the ballroom and outdoor patio of the Marriott. Master distillers will be on hand to present tutorials in whiskey making and evaluation. Attendees will receive a souvenir nosing glass, five tasting vouchers, an hors d’oeuvres buffet, takeaway printed material, and a tasting note sheet. The list includes Jefferson’s Reserve Bourbon, Sam Houston Bourbon, Clontarf Irish Whiskey, Johnny Walker Black, Green, Gold, and Blue; Dewars white Label, and classic singlemalt scotch whiskeys such as Oban 14-year-old, Glenkinchie, Cragganmore Speyside, Talisker, Dalwhinnie, and Lagavulin 16 year old. The cost is $29 for show goers with wristbands. Others will have to pay the full $34.

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Who's Who at Unless you make a habit of scanning police mug shots, you might not be familiar with what PropTalkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s core staff looks like. Meet us at the U.S. Powerboat Show and around town.

Mary Ewenson

Publisher, and Founding Dog, Kelsey

Rachel Engle

Joe Evans Editor

Amy Gross-Kehoe

Ad Sales Rep

Ad Traffic Coordinator

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Emily Monaco

Art Director and Production Manager

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Ad Sales Rep (with son Luke)

Molly Winans

SpinSheet Editor and PropTalk Pinch Hitter (with her nieces)

Ruth Christie

Senior Editor (with her kids, Laura and Nicholas)

Mark Talbott

Photo Editor and Production Assistant

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Senior Ad Sales Rep, and her Bella, Security Officer

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Well, We’re Still Talking to Each Other

by Ed and Elaine Henn

Some of Elaine’s handiwork during the couple’s 2008-09 ICW cruise. “This doesn’t include all the socks, hats, scarves, and baby booties I knitted,” says Elaine.

Editor’s Note: Bay Ranger, a Ranger Tug 25, and the Henns have taken PropTalk fans along as they re-explore the ICW and beyond. This eighth and final installment unfolds in late March 2009 near Wrightsville Beach, NC. eading north, we left anchorH ages before sunrise most days to avoid high winds in the afternoons.

Cruising the Bogue Sound and past Morehead City and Beaufort, SC and beyond, we leapfrogged and talked to Whippoorwill (a sailboat) from Upstate New York by radio daily. We had a splashy run across the Neuse River and got into Deaton Yacht Services April 5 for a 500-hour engine service the next day. When we helped Whippoorwill tie up at the public town dock, it was the first time we both had met her crew, Loren and Betsy, in person. A few days later, with the Neuse rolling from the south and no small-craft warnings, we headed up the Neuse to a calm Campbell Creek anchorage. We took two days to traverse the Pamlico River and Albemarle Sound and saw Whippoorwill tied up at the Elizabeth City docks. We headed into the quiet, tree-lined Pasquotank River. This is one of the ICW’s prettiest stretches. Compared to our golden

autumn trip south in 2008, springtime presented a whole new color pallet. The pastels of the Carolinas gave way to the rainbow hues of Southern Maryland. When we reached the Dismal Swamp Visitors’ Center five months after our November visit, we had the dock to ourselves and temps in the low 80s. The day before Easter, we traveled the Deep Creek Lock and tied up at the free docks at Chesapeake Bay Yachts to wait out morning winds and rain. As the skies cleared, we cruised to Hampton Roads and anchored off the Navy Hospital mid-day for a traditional Henn Easter meal of ham, mashed potatoes, and lima beans. We spent the night in Mill Creek near Fort Monroe. The next day, choppy waters aborted an exit mission, and a mishap left our anchor on the bottom (lesson learned: keep tabs on your ground tackle’s condition). An unexpected stop at the Hampton Public Piers in windy wet weather turned into a great time to wait for our new anchor from West Marine, get better acquainted with Whippoorwill, visit friends in Williamsburg, and see some local sights. With a new C-24 plow properly attached, we headed to Deltaville, VA and then hit Solomons on Opening Day of rockfish season. April 19 called

for small-craft warnings, so we left at daybreak, rounded Thomas Point Shoal, and headed up the Severn. It’s always a good feeling to see the Bay Bridge and “the domes and spires of our little town.” As we pulled into Back Creek, there was Whippoorwill anchored not far from our home slip. In all, we cruised 2800 miles over six months, touring 50 rivers, 40 bays/ harbors, 30 creeks, 20 sounds, 20 cuts/ channels/canals, and six locks. Normally happy with newspapers and magazines, Ed read 20 novels; Elaine won four of six monthly gin rummy tournaments; and we made countless friends. Bay Ranger ran well, and we’re still talking to each other; it doesn’t get better than that! We now we lose each other in our townhouse and are already planning new cruises. We’ll spend 10 days on the Bay this fall and might go up the Hudson River and Erie Canal to Lake Ontario, Ottawa, Montreal, and Lake Champlain next fall. About the Authors: Ed and Elaine Henn are Chesapeake Bay cruisers who like a taste of warm weather every now and then. When they are not on Bay Ranger, among other pursuits, they help deliver PropTalk Magazine. PropTalk October 2009 41

Unexpected

The

by Jody Reynolds

The continuing story of the travels of Jody Reynolds, Captain Mike Wright, and their two dogs on Hermione, their 1925 57-foot Elco

Photo by Jody Reynolds

ur beloved octogenarian vessel, Hermione, has once again toted up an impressive number of miles this spring from the incomparable bluegreen waters of the Florida Keys up to the Chesapeake, nearly 1200 miles to the north. But we decided to abbreviate our trip, missing the additional thousand or so miles that would take us past the Bay and up to the cool, clear waters of the St. Lawrence River and the 1000 Islands.

The Chicahominy River. Photos by John Bildahl, bildahlphotography.com

enormous amount of fuel, though), Mike and I took one look at the rain-resistant sheds of Atlantic Yacht Basin (AYB) and decided to abort our trip to the Canadian waters. There was no way we could display our girl at boat shows without a couple of coats of varnish, and every time Mike picked up a brush, it rained. The newest AYB shed, designed for really large yachts, is high and open sided, providing light and breezes so you don’t feel like a cave dweller when you’re aboard your yacht. Further, the open spaces and easy water access provided limitless rock hunting potential for Hermione’s

our port engine, Portia, to function so much better. Hermione boasts a sheen only varnish can provide, and we decided to reward ourselves with a short cruise of the southern Chesapeake Bay. True to this year’s cruising pattern, we departed on a day when significant winds were forecast for the lower Bay, making our planned cruise to Cape Charles inoperable. Instead, we opted for a “protected” cruise up the James River, believing the James would offer some protection from the strong southerly, which was forecast to top out

At both Chickahominy marinas, the people overwhelmed us with generosity, offering us food, groceries, rides, and other assistance. Either this is the year of Hermione’s discontent, or she planned it that way, as she is a Chesapeake (and Potomac) lady at heart. “Why go all the way up there when we can cruise to our heart’s content right here at home,” she must have been thinking. Since we arrived in Eau Gallie, FL, from the Keys, where we spent a windy, chilly winter, Hermione’s trip north has been plagued by severe weather and chronic engine issues. After dodging lightning bolts most of the way from Eau Gallie to Great Bridge, VA, much of the trip on a single engine (saved an

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crew, Shelby and Dublin, a yellow lab and a Dalmatian. Although stopping in Great Bridge forced us to cancel St. Lawrence cruising plans for the summer and regrettably a couple of charters and boat shows, Hermione needed attention. We had redone her interior with fresh paint, refrigeration, stove, dining salon upholstery and sole, and more. But we, or more specifically Mike, hadn’t accomplished much exterior work. It’s hard to apply varnish when it’s blowing 25 and the thermometer hasn’t seen the plus side of 60. Fast forward to now, a month after arriving in Great Bridge, with two new heat exchangers and some other work done, which enabled

at a max of 20 knots. Looking at the chart book, and perusing the ever-present cruising guide, I noticed a river winding north from the James, called the Chickahominy. Mike recalled that owners of a yacht he’d delivered to Norfolk docked there. That settled it. We had a destination. As we ambled north to Hampton Roads, we overheard commercial traffic discussing wind in the Bay, referencing gusts to 25 knots and more. After weeks of sultry windless days, we thought a nice breeze would be welcome, making the 95-degree temperature tolerable. It did achieve that objective, or maybe we just

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didn’t notice the heat, as we slogged through surprisingly high and steep waves hitting us broadside, which is not Hermione’s most comfortable attitude. We quickly learned that the James River, which we’d anticipated as a bucolic ride, can be surprisingly frisky. In fact, as we neared Jamestown, I could swear some of the waves we encountered topped out at five feet. From a distance, we spotted what appeared to be the Nina, the Pinta, and the Santa Maria at Jamestown, but with the oncoming storm and seas, we motored on by, assuming we’d be stopping to visit Jamestown on the return voyage in a couple of days. In that, we were wrong. Hermione and crew were glad to turn the corner and head north into the protected waters of the Chickahominy, a wonderful river. Cypress trees line the banks, and the river is mostly wild, with depths any ICW transiter would envy, sometimes as much as 70 feet under the keel. After a nearly nine-hour day, we reached Rivers Rest Marina in the rain, only to discover that our starboard engine no longer had gears. Quickly reversing our docking intentions from port to starboard, Mike brought Hermione to a flawless landing at the marina’s T-dock in front of a host of dining spectators at the Blue Heron Restaurant, which is a major draw for the marina. After being welcomed to the marina by Charlie Brown the dockmaster, we quickly walked and fed the dogs and staggered up to the restaurant where we relaxed and enjoyed the superb service and a full rainbow view above Hermione. Charlie told us about another marina six miles upriver owned by a man who once owned an Elco. He also said the marina employed excellent mechanics and had a railway, which we hoped we wouldn’t need. After being made to feel extremely welcome, we relaxed, swam in the lovely pool, allowed

the dogs to play, and arranged to take Hermione upriver that afternoon. Rounding a sharp bend in the river featuring homes with long, steep steps from the high banks to the boat houses, we arrived at Colonial Harbor Marina owned by Taylor Smith and his wife, who cooks in their charming restaurant on weekends. Again, we received a warm welcome from the marina and the boaters, many of whom relax aboard houseboats nestled into the marina’s well treed coves, and the dogs were treated like royalty. The Smiths and mechanic Danny Reid came aboard, assessed the situation, and planned to commence the transmission repair the next day. Reid devised a way to prop up the engine and remove the velvet drive transmission so he could take it to the shop where he could apply his considerable skills and sense of humor to the repair. In a reasonable amount of time and at a fair price, we were reassembled and ready to continue the trip down the river to Smithfield and back to Great Bridge. At both Chickahominy marinas, the people overwhelmed us with generosity, offering us food, groceries, rides, and other assistance. Over the years we have learned that some of the best cruising memories are made in places you don’t expect to visit, let alone to stay. The Chickahominy certainly fits that bill. About the Author: Jody Reynolds is a life-long mariner who recently converted from sailing to what she terms the “really dark side”—i.e., antique wooden motoryachts. Hermione is owned by Misty Rivers, Ltd., with the intention of running historic charters to give antique boating enthusiasts a taste of the yachts of the 1920s. Captain Mike Wright is a yacht surveyor with a 100-ton masters license. Jody, Mike, and their dogs can be reached by e-mail directly at jodyreynolds2@gmail.com.

Dublin, the official Elco Dalmatian, peers in. Photo by Jody Reynolds

Transmission wizard Danny Reid at Colonial Harbor Marina near Lanexa, VA. Photo by Jody Reynolds

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Show Boat A-Comin’

by Captain Bob Cerullo

he sounds of bees humming in their endless pursuit of nectar under the hot summer sun were all at once drowned out by the clash of symbols, the roar of trumpets, and the pounding beat of the big base drum. A faint drumming in the distance at first, then growing louder and louder as the unfamiliar boat slowly glided up the river. Farmers in the fields heard it. Children playing at their games heard it. Watermen on their boats heard it. Housewives in their kitchens heard it. Then someone shouted: “Showboat a comin’.” The source of the din was the brass band playing on the roof of a barge pulled by two tugs. The whole contrivance was the James Adams Floating Theatre. Adams’ career began at a sawmill where he labored until he met and married Gertie Powlson. Together they learned aerial acrobatics and eventually landed jobs with the Wixam Brothers Traveling Circus. By 1902, Adams had acquired 10 retired street car horses and some wagons. With that, they had the makings of their own enterprise, which they called the James Adams New Century Show. That one little show grew to become several circuses and carnivals working rural circuits with various acts and partners. Adams happened upon a river showboat while he was touring with one of his circuses and soon developed an obsession with the showboat idea. The concept of not needing to rent a hall or a field to put on his show and the fact that the cost of building a showboat certainly limited the competition appealed to Adams’ sharp

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business sense. On September 14, 1913, he ordered a barge built to his specifications at the W.M. Chauncey Marine Railway in Washington, NC. The 436-ton barge measuring 128 by 34 feet was launched the following January. She was christened Estelle at first, but later became Playhouse. Rumors of her cost ranged from $10,000 to $40,000. Some folks described her as something like a big barn on the outside. The interior, however, was another story. Captain Edmond Harrow, now 96 years old and a life-long resident of Deltaville, VA, recalled to me that as a young man he attended the James Adams Floating Theatre when it docked in Urbanna. He was impressed with the silver and gold decorations and the plush carpets, not to mention the beautiful star of the show, Beulah Adams. The auditorium measured 30 by 80 feet, with a balcony running all the way around. There were 500 seats downstairs and another 350 in the segregated balcony. Harrow remembers a massive electric chandelier that hung from the ceiling with smaller versions on the ways. The stage was 19 feet wide, with an orchestra pit in front. Incredibly for that time on land or at sea, the boat had hot and cold running water. The barge had stateroom accommodations for 25 people. The eight staterooms for the performers doubled as dressing rooms. No children or unmarried women were allowed to join the company. Those who didn’t rate a stateroom slept wherever they could find a comfortable spot.

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In the early days, the barge was pulled by hired tugs. Adams built his first tug in October of 1914 and called her Trouper. He built a second larger (48-foot) tug, Elk, in 1918. The captain and crew slept on the tugs. Those sturdy tugs towed the James Adams Floating Theatre to about 90 towns in a season. The first show was on March 2, 1914 at Fowles Dock in Washington, NC. The opening bill was Under Western Skies preceded by some vaudevillestyle entertainment to keep the energy level up until the main event. Everyone in the company had a part doing tricks, singing, juggling, dancing, or doing whatever to amuse the customers until the play commenced. In port, everyone had a role. Even the tug boat crew was busy taking tickets and selling Cracker Jacks. The troupe staged a different play each night for the week that the show was in town. Plays included The Girl Ranchman, Sunset Trail, The Boy Detective, The Tempest, and Sunshine. On Saturdays, they featured a Vaudeville matinee with the play The Devil’s Partner followed by a concert (for an additional admission fee). By 1924, the James Adams Floating Theatre was thrilling crowds at little towns up and down the Tidewater Chesapeake Bay and in North Carolina. Long-time Deltaville resident North Hurd told me this was his first time seeing people perform on stage. “It was wonderful, and it made a big impression on me,” he says. At the time, a young writer in New York City named Edna Ferber had won a Pulitzer Prize for her novel So Big. As her play Minick opened at the Lyceum Theatre in Connecticut, the audience was panicked when, as the lights went up on stage, a colony of bats flew out of the gallery dome. At a pity party backstage, the producer commented “Never mind, boys and girls! Next time I’ll tell you what we’ll do. We’ll charter a showboat, and we’ll just drift down the rivers, playing the towns as we come to them, and we’ll never get off the boat. It’ll be wonderful.” Ferber sat up from her spot on the floor and asked “What’s a showboat?”

Ferber became obsessed with writing a story about a showboat. She said: “Here was news of a romantic and dramatic aspect of America of which I’d never heard or dreamed. Here, I thought was one of the most melodramatic and gorgeous bits of Americana that had ever come my way. It was not only the theater, it was the theater plus the glamour of the wandering, drifting life, the drama of the river towns, the mystery and terror of the Mississippi itself. I spent a year hunting down every available scrap of showboat material.”

By way of research, Ferber lived on the Playhouse for several weeks and joined in the work required of everyone onboard. She talked at length with the star of the show, Beulah Adams, who was sometimes called the Mary Pickford of the Chesapeake, and her husband Charles Hunter. In the summer of 1925, Ferber went to St. Jean de Luz on the Cote Basque in France to write her novel Showboat. In the story, James Adams became Captain Andy, Beulah became Magnolia, and Charles Hunter inspired a fictionalized character

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Coming Soon was inspired by the John Adams Floating Theatre. The definitive history of the original showboat is The James Adams Floating Theatre by Dr. Richard Gillespie. While the original James Adams Floating Theatre is long gone, a group is working to bring back the concept. Duane E. Mann and a group of showboat buffs in Indian Head, MD are working to build and operate a replica of the original James Adams Floating Theatre. With luck, tenacity, and support, it’s possible that we could soon hear the call, “Showboat a Comin’.” About the Author: Captain Bob Cerullo is a nationally known writer and Radio/TV broadcaster. He holds a 100 ton Masters license and has been boating all his life.

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Going South on the ICW

by Gary Ian Reich

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lso known as â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Ditch,â&#x20AC;? the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway (ICW) starts at Mile Zero in Norfolk, VA and winds south some 1241 statute miles to Key West, FL. A series of canals, land cuts, side streams, rivers, and open sounds, the ICW is an amazingly wellprotected passage along most of its length. Cypress swamps run into open sounds that lead toward cuts that seem barely wide enough to squeeze through. Much of the scenery is beautiful. Towns along the way make for interesting stopovers and beg exploration. 48 October 2009 PropTalk

History

The ICW was planned as a means of ensuring transportation of goods between the states. Pieces of the ICW were planned as early as 1728 when Col. William Byrd II proposed building what is now the Dismal Swamp Canal. On March 3, 1909, Congress passed the Rivers and Harbors Act, which gave the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers the authority to complete surveys for an inside waterway system along the Atlantic coast. Canal and dredging projects commenced shortly thereafter, and by 1947, the Waterway was mostly complete. Today, the proptalk.com

Waterway is heavily used by both commercial and recreational craft of all types.

When To Go

While most skippers plan their trips to stay ahead of the frost, insurance restrictions can get in the way of plans to drop the Chesapeake astern by mid-October. Most boats cannot travel south of Norfolk until November 1, due to limitations in their insurance policies, which prohibit passage through Hurricane Alley during hurricane season. November 1 regulations not withstanding, most ICW travelers will be well into the Carolinas by the middle of November, and the most serious mariners will be in Georgia or Florida in time to plan for Thanksgiving dinner. Your schedule will be decided by the weather, your tolerance for the chill, and your destination.

at Norfolk and continues until reaching Mile Marker 1240 off Key West. Facilities, bridges, anchorages, and other points of interest are usually listed by their mile marker number. For example, the Julia Tuttle Causeway Bridge is located at Mile Marker 1087.2, while the town of Coinjock, NC, is located at Mile Marker 50. If you’re looking for the town of Wrightsville, NC, you’ll find it at Mile Marker 283. There are physical markers along the way noting the mileage, but many are missing, and some are off by more than a mile. Use them as a reference more than a rule.

NOAA’s small-craft charts also list these mileages in five-mile increments along a magenta line that indicates the winding path of the ICW.

Shoaling and Going Aground

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is responsible for maintaining the ICW, and federal law mandates project depths of 12 feet. Unfortunately, 12-foot depths are more fantasy than reality. Due to limited and ever-shrinking funding, regular dredging does not always take place, and shallow spots do exist. A working depth sounder is not an optional piece of equipment for your trip down the Ditch.

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Veteran Waterway cruisers often use chart kits, which contain the NOAA folio charts in an easy-to-read spiral-bound format. You simply flip the pages as you travel down the Waterway. These kits usually come in water-resistant pouches, which are great for the cockpit. As a companion to your charts and for planning, you will want to carry an up-todate cruising guide. Several publishers offer them. For a detailed navigation narrative, bridge schedules, and listings of anchorages and marinas, Dozier’s Waterway Guide is a longtime favorite. The Atlantic ICW edition covers the Intracoastal Waterway in detail from Norfolk to Jacksonville, FL. Cruisers headed farther south will need the Southern edition, which covers the Atlantic ICW to Key West and the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway to Brownsville, TX. Managing the Waterway, by Mark and Diana Doyle, is an excellent technical manual that makes a good companion to your charts. It is filled with useful information on bridges, navigation, marinas, wildlife, and many interesting factoids. Skipper Bob Publication offers Anchorages Along the ICW and Marinas Along the ICW, two other popular publications with a home-brew flavor and interesting information.

Marking Progress: Mile Markers

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Much like the Chesapeake Bay, the ICW is relatively shallow and mainly comprised of soft mud or sand. Running aground on the ICW is rarely a dangerous affair. For the latest on shoaling and dredging projects, check the Local Notice to Mariners compiled by the USCG available exclusively online at navcen.uscg.gov/lnm/ default.htm. It’s also smart to buy a towing endorsement, which is generally an inexpensive add-on to your general insurance policy (around $100 a year). The alternative is paying upwards of $500 for a tow off of a sand bar or mud flat.

On the Hook

Anchoring is a popular and inexpensive option for many cruisers. There are plenty of spots to anchor out for the night or a few days along your way. Some marinas have a dinghy dock and allow people who are anchored out to pay a facilities fee that allows them to use the showers, laundry, and other marina amenities. You should have properly-sized Danforth- and plow-type anchors aboard for your trip to allow for varying bottom conditions. Once you’re settled in for the evening, make sure you show an anchor light.

Another option is to pick up a mooring ball, though you’ll find very few maintained mooring fields until you reach Florida, which seems to have a plethora of them. The mooring fee may include access to a launch service or use of shore-side facilities like showers and restrooms.

Tenders and Dinghies: Getting Ashore

Most ICW cruisers take a tender or dinghy along for the trip. Completely necessary if you plan to anchor out, a dinghy not only allows one to get ashore efficiently, but is an excellent means to explore surrounding waterways and side areas you’ll encounter along the way. Where tidal currents run as fast as three to four knots in some areas along the Waterway, a dinghy with oars is impractical. A more popular option is an inflatable dinghy with a small outboard.

Staying Ashore

Despite some long, lonesome stretches, there are plenty of marinas along the route and most are set up to handle the seasonal transient traffic that comes in the fall and spring.

Marinas range from small six- to 10-slip affairs to mega-marinas equipped to handle big yachts with big budgets. Marinas typically do their best to accommodate transients, especially during the busy season, but it’s always advisable to obtain advance reservations to ensure you have a spot when you arrive. Check your cruising guide to find a list of amenities for each facility before making a firm reservation. Need to check your e-mail? Make sure marinas have wireless Internet or a computer set up for such a purpose. Need groceries? Make sure they have a courtesy car, or are within walking distance of shopping. Emergency repair? Make sure they have a lift and repair facilities.

Openings and Closings: Bridges

Daily cruising arrangements on the Waterway often revolve around low-clearance opening bridges, and it’s common to encounter one or more a day. These lowclearance bridges have to be opened to allow most vessels to pass. While some of these bridges will open on request via horn or radio, others have

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restricted schedules and will open only at certain times. Most cruising guides have bridge tables with detailed information on clearances and opening schedules for ICW bridges. As for fixed, high-level bridges, the project overhead vertical clearance for the Waterway is 65 feet, but one bridge in Miami, the Julia Tuttle Causeway, has a 56-foot vertical clearance. Boats that cannot clear this bridge must go outside at Port Everglades and then rejoin the ICW route via Miami’s Government Cut inlet. Bridge tenders in Virginia and North Carolina monitor VHF Channel 13, while bridge tenders in South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida monitor VHF Channel 09. If you are unable to reach the tender by VHF radio, the standard horn signal is one long and one short to request an opening.

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ou love life on the Chesapeake, but you say you’d also like to cruise around the world? Then KadeyKrogen has the boat for you—the new 55 Expedition. This boat has the capability to cruise for well over 6000 nautical miles, so you can head anywhere you desire. Or, stay right here in the Bay and make about 30 trips from Chesapeake City, MD to Hampton Roads, VA—on one fill-up. Of course, wherever you go, it’ll take a while. This boat rides on a true displacement hull, one of the few in modern production boats built today. That means top-end at a maximum RPM of 2450 will be a whopping 10 knots. No, that’s not exactly fast, but even at full throttle, you burn a mere 15 gallons per hour. And wherever you set the throttles, one thing always seems to be missing on this boat: the roar of the engines. In fact, my db-A meter measured the lowest set of sound levels of any boat I’ve ever tested, period, never even breaking 60 from the sound of the diesels. While you’re at the helm, there’s no audible noise from water slapping the hull, either. Credit a workboat-sturdy wheelhouse with watertight doors and hull construction that’s intended to take on oceanic crossings. The hullsides are solid from

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six inches over the waterline down, and above this level, the hull and decks are cored with Core Cell and end-grain balsa, vacuum-bagged to attain the ultimate resin-tofiberglass ratio. That ensures maximum strength without additional weight. On top of that, Twaron, a para-aramid fiber just like Kevlar, reinforces the boat in critical areas such as the stem, keel, transom, and skegs.

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Is anything other than noise missing from this boat? Not really. The Expedition is designed for single-level dwelling, just like a rancher, and it has every amenity you’d expect in a modern home. The interior trim, paneling, and cabinetry of our test boat were cherry with a parquet sole; the décor of these boats is owner’s choice decided at the onset of construction. In the salon, you’ll discover goodies like a wine chiller, granite countertops, and a pop-up flat-screen television. Sweet sounds are provided by a Bose surround-sound system,

and Ultra-leather chairs and settees mean lounging is as comfortable as it would be at home in your living room. The galley is forward to port, and since it’s not walled off, food prep won’t put a crimp in the conversation. Appliances are, once again, up to par with a modern house. There’s an upright Jennair refrigerator/freezer; the stove and cook-top are a Viking fourburner; and there’s even a Miele dishwasher under the counter. The galley also sports dual stainless-steel sinks, plus a large microwave. Major items like the appliances and the wine cabinet won’t come swinging open in rough seas, either, because KadeyKrogen fits them all with aircraft-style locking latches. Since this boat is designed for the cruising couple, the cabin isn’t cut into numerous small staterooms. Instead, there are one

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roomy master and a single guest stateroom with fold-away berths, which doubles as an office at sea. To maintain privacy the 55 Expedition does have both a day head with a shower and a separate head accessible from the master stateroom only.

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Despite the fine living, my favorite part of this boat is the engine room. Climb down the ladder and check out the five watertight bulkheads with doors that look like they’re straight out of a submarine. Head aft and take a peek at the engine bearers. There are four-foot-long, 3/8-inch stainless-steel caps over the mahogany-cored stringers. Elsewhere in the boat, the stringers are foam-cored fiberglass. Note that all of the fuel and water tanks have sight gauges, which are visible as you walk through the engine room, so you’ll always know the exact status of your tankage in the event of a gauge failure at the helm. After spending some time down with the 158-bhp John Deere 6068TFM M1 Tier2 diesels, you’ll probably ask yourself: how come it’s so cool and comfortable

in the engine room? It’s because KadeyKrogen includes a set of four Delta-T blowers with moisture eliminators on the boat. Not only will this mean you’re at ease in the engine room, keeping the moisture at bay will also extend the lifetime of all the mechanicals. Cool stuff, sure, but you’re just itching to get back above deck, aren’t you? Wait a sec—before you head back up the ladder, make sure you get a gander at the American Bow Thruster TRAC 250 stabilizer motors, which swing a pair of fins with nine square feet of surface area. Rough seas? You’ll laugh at ‘em. You’ll also laugh when it’s time to try and ease this 87,870-pound monster into a slip. Thanks to a potent 22-hp bow thruster and dual control stations on the wings outboard of the wheelhouse, jockeying into position is a piece of cake. Good thing those wing controls are there, too, because aft visibility is impeded by a 13-foot tender sitting on the aft “back porch” deck. Ready for a little water-play, or exploring? Just hit a button and the 1200 pound capacity Nautical Structures davit with auto-rotation will launch the skiff with ease.

More about the back porch: it has a built-in propane grill, a sink, and stowage compartments, so you can barbecue whenever the mood strikes. There’s plenty of open space for folding chairs or recliners between the Whaler and the aft bulkhead of the wheelhouse, and there’s even enough room to outfit it with a table. Any way you cut it, the porch is some of the finest living space on planet Earth—especially because you can enjoy it just about anywhere on the planet. About the Author: Lenny Rudow is an author and a freelance writer for magazines such as The Fisherman, Saltwater Sportsman, Sport Fishing, and Texas Fish & Game. His work has resulted in 13 awards from the Outdoors Writers Association of America and Boating Writers International. His Geared Up Publication company features specialty fishing titles and the works of regional writers focusing on life around the Chesapeake Bay—geareduppublications.com.

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Harold Ruark

by Allison Blake Photos by Joe Evans

Mike Schneider on the restoration of the Skipjack Jolly Roger at the Ruark Boatworks in Cambridge.

n a way, you might say that the late “Mr. Jim” Richardson was once the godfather of Cambridge boatbuilders. They named the local maritime museum after him. Now, the torch has passed to one of his protégés. Harold Ruark, a gentleman of local boatbuilding renown, is known for his boats ranging from the classic skipjack Nathan of Dorchester to more than a few that run at far higher speeds. He’s got a local maritime landmark named after him, too. Located on Maryland Avenue in Cambridge, the Ruark Boatworks set up shop in 2005 with a mission to restore traditional wooden craft. Local ones, if possible. Since then, beauties such as the draketail Hilda have returned to form. Currently, the Richardson-built skipjack Jolly Dolphin is belly-up in her massive wooden cradle. The old gal is slated for many new ribs, chines, and bottom before she leaves the scaffolding and is re-launched into her second half-century. At the helm of the Boatworks as director for many projects up until his health started to slow him down, Ruark’s own work has even come in for repair. On a

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sunny recent morning, a group gathered around a pretty restored 13-foot, eightinch skiff in the yard that Ruark had built years ago. The stem is notched and faired through the deck to add a triangle of style to the boat—an example of the skill and artistry Ruark brought to his work. Perhaps most famous among his creations is the Nathan of Dorchester, the signature local skipjack that Ruark designed during the 1990s. She sails in and out of the harbor, a local goodwill ambassador, which takes visitors out on the Choptank River to see Cambridge and learn about oystering and the boat. “He’s very precise,” says Joe Tydings, a Boatworks volunteer who was on the crew that built the Nathan under Ruark’s guidance. And there’s more. “I used to build raceboats,” mused Ruark, who has turned the corner past 85. “Hydroplanes. We had quite a time with those.” Talk about an understatement. For many years—up until the 1980s or so—his fiberglass hydroplanes were the hit of the championship racing circuit. In the 145-cubic inch class, Red Top won national championships two years running as well as two world records. Sweet Eileen, built in 1986, won a slew of championships including a national championship in 1987, the world five-mile competition speed record in Cambridge the same year, and another world championship in Valleyfield, Quebec in 1988. Born the grandson of a local skipjack builder, Ruark worked with “Mr. Jim” as a young man. Along the way, proptalk.com

he even picked up a few tips from storied boat designer, builder, and curator of maritime history at the Smithsonian Institution, Howard I. Chapelle, who lived in the area for a time. During World War II, Ruark went to work a few hundred feet

from where his namesake Boatworks now stands, only this time he was building Air Force rescue boats. He went on to serve overseas until the war ended. He later went to work as a carpenter at the Eastern Shore State Hospital. But he had boatbuilding in his blood. His backyard turned into the workshop where he turned out his championship hydroplanes. A September 1, 1963 story from the Baltimore Sun Magazine details his success,

noting that Ruark took to powerboats as a young teen whose uncle took him to hydroplane races. And with the Cambridge Classic regatta now pushing 100, it’s easy to see how an Eastern Shore youngster could have caught the racing bug. For bet-

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ter or worse, time and technology nudged past the Ruark wooden hydroplanes, leaving him time to turn to traditional craft such as the Nathan and those at the Boatworks. Not long ago, he was hand planing the replacement bottom planks of Jolly Dolphin. She’s just the latest craft to benefit from Ruark’s golden touch. “I’ve always loved boats of all kinds,” he says.

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Cruising Club Notes

A Three Hour Tour…

oating is never a sure thing; some people love the challenges. Halloween of 1996 threw us one such curve ball. Fishing with family near the mouth of the West River, our sunny fall day rolled into a silent foggy whiteout. With a compass, chart, spotlight, Loran, horn, and local knowledge, we opted to keep going, rather than anchor or call for help. Above all, we feared getting hit by another boat. Visibility was six feet at best; as night drew on, we saw stars above, but nothing 360 degrees around us. Driving slowly, my husband nudged up to markers so we could estimate travel times and headings between them. I sat on the bow looking for whatever might be in front of us. Shortly after making a right-hand turn into the Rhode (or so we hoped), I sensed—rather than saw—a red marker outside Cadle Creek. Sure enough, it was right where it was supposed to be. We were home in minutes. Dining at the Old Stein Inn later that night, we considered the “what ifs” and celebrated our good fortune. Halloween should be unsettling, but not on the water. —Ruth Christie/ruth@proptalk.com

A Good Time Was Had by All

n June 26-28, nearly 50 friendly Chesapeake Bay powerboaters formed a wagon wheel on Fairlee Creek (below). Each participant had instructions about how to attach stern lines to the center of the wheel. Tenders served as small tug boats, eased the boats into place, and set an anchor line. Boat placement optimized passage between vessels; swimming, floating, and patriotic decorations graced the middle of the wheel. A bridge between two boats enabled tenders to pass in and out of the wheel to pick up ice, guests, etc. The fun included relay swims, beach ball bingo, a scavenger hunt, poker, finger food, cocktails, and various giveaways. After a great weekend and even better weather, we all returned to our respective marinas (jmcdevittcaptain @aol.com). —by John McDevitt

Paying It Forward

he Cruise for Kids is a unique opportunity for vessel owners to join together with community leaders and friends to provide a day of recreational therapy for children with disabilities. On July 25, Selby Bay YC members (below) donated their time and vessels to take the kids and their families on a cruise in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor area and then returned them to port for a festive All-Hands Shore Party. We loaned 11 of the 49 participating vessels this year. Our 62-year-old club is family oriented and based inside the mouth of the South River (sbyc.info). —by Michael Prokopchak

Seeing bright red. Twenty-five members of the Selby Bay YC helped make the Cruise for Kids happen in Baltimore this year.

Dress Ship… Or Else

eptember 18-20 bring the Festival of Classic Yachts to Baltimore's HarborView Marina and YC. The Classic YC of America will be there to enjoy classy vessels, cocktails and Charm City cuisine, healthy competition and awards, fine camaraderie, and a signature Getaway Gathering. On October 17, members will be at Osprey Point Marina in Rock Hall, MD for the Dinner and Change of Watch party (classicyachtclub.org).

The party posse is circling. Bay boaters formed a wagon wheel on Fairlee Creek this June to support fun and games.

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“Letts” Camp, Shall We?

oin more than 200 cruisers for the Seven Seas Cruising Association's (SSCA) 23rd Annapolis GAM at Camp Letts September 25-27. Don’t miss the food, fun, and friendship. You don’t have to be an SSCA member to attend (ssca.org). —by Bo Chin and Barbara Theisen

We Be Jammin’

n September 11-12, the Windjammers of the Chesapeake descended upon the Gibson Island Boat House to preview the winter lectures: Beth Leonard’s “The Great Capes” (December 5), Tanya Aebi’s circumnavigation with her teenage sons (January 16), Gary Jobson’s “Racing Scene” (February 13), and Dick and Dixie Goertemiller’s great Chesapeake explorations (March 13) (blacornalley@aol. com). —by Leah Duer Alfriend and Joe Wood proptalk.com

Fifty-four MTOA Chesapeake Bay Cruisers came by boat and 10 by car to rendezvous with the Chesapeake Bay Grand Banks Owners Association this June on Wye Island. Photo by Geoff Holmes

Oh, Wye Not?

he MTOA Chesapeake Bay Cruisers /Chesapeake Bay Grand Banks Owners Association Rendezvous June 5-7 (above) returned to the Maryland Department of Natural Resources Park on Wye Island off Granary Creek. Carol Williamson, C. B. Bowden, Geoff and Pepper Holmes, and Dotty and Bill Bogutski hosted the summer camp fun. Friday evening was cool and wet, but we were nice and cozy enjoying cocktails and appetizers next to a roaring fire in the Granary Creek Lodge. On Saturday, we played horseshoes, bocce ball, and bridge; took dink tours and tick-laden hikes; did a fabulous fossil hunt; and kayaked and biked. After more cocktails and appetizers, we cooked steaks, chicken, and more over the hardwood fires outside the Lodge and shared wonderful side dishes and desserts. We all had a pleasant trip home on Sunday. September 15-17 bring our National Regional Rendezvous at Somers Cove Marina in Crisfield. There’s also the Cruise to Nowhere September 18-27 and the Sassafras Rendezvous October 9-12 (mtoa.net/regiongroups/chesbay). —by Bill Bogutski

Snakeheads and Websites?

uring the August 26 meeting of the Potomac River Smallmouth Club, John Odenkirk, a fisheries biologist with the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries, talked about the Northern Snakehead Tracking Project. For more information, visit our new website at prsc.org. —by Ernie Rojas

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CRUISING CLUB NOTES

This Is How It’s Done

he Georgetown YC hosted our 15th annual Kids’ Kruise at the Georgetown Yacht Basin on the Sassafras River August 9. Sixteen pediatric patients from Dupont Hospital for Children and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia came with their families and spent the day enjoying boat rides, a picnic, swimming, and fun encounters with UK Shetland Ponies and miniature donkeys by Personal Ponies, Ltd. The kids especially enjoyed grooming the animals, walking them through an obstacle course, and dressing them up in costumes. More than 150 people attended this event. This is one way our club is celebrating 50 years (georgetownyachtclub.com). —by Nancy Bricker

Finding Fish, Friends, and Fun

ugust 1 brought Chesapeake Bay Grady-White Club members to TriState Marine’s 14th annual Owner’s Fishing Tournament and Family Fun Day (below, right). Nicholas Howard, Ryan Kaler, and Tyler Zinck got top honors; and Jack Devine, Zinck, and Lisa Zinck won the Calcutta. Grady-White Palooza II found 64 members on 19 boats at Knapps Narrows Marina and Inn (KNMI) August 21-23 (below). The weekend was full of small-craft warnings and thunderstorms, poolside fun and extended happy hours, vessel safety inspections by Don Haskin and his USCG Auxiliary friends, a catered dinner at the Inn at Knapps Narrows featuring heavenly chicken and delicious ribs, hats and T-shirts from Grady-White Boats, and door prizes from Anchor Finance, BOE Marine, KNMI, Mt. Gay Rum, Shore Tackle, and TriState Marine. Waiting out brisk winds on Sunday, we toured boats, sampled recipes, and exchanged ideas and stories until everyone could head home (next year’s Grady-White Palooza III will return to KNMI August 20-22). Next on tap is our potluck Kids who competed in Tri-State Marine’s tournament got a gold medal for their efforts. Photo by dinner at Podickory Point Yacht and Beach Club Donna Kaler September 22 (geocities.com/cbgradyclub). —by Donna Kaler

You’ve Got To Be Kidding!

uring the Jewish Maritime Rendezvous on the Severn River, Bob and Esther Slaff graciously provided the anchor boat. Swimming and kayak rolling demos added to the day’s enjoyment. July’s activities also included an impromptu deli run for a cruising “mot” who anchored in Annapolis before continuing north. A Jewish Navy contingent met the CloverLeaf crew and brought delectable Jewish deli to fill their larder. Over Labor Day weekend, we started on Langford Creek and then gunk-holed on the Magothy. While enjoying the scenery, members chortled and groaned when thinking about the chicken crossing the road that is poultry in motion. We welcome rejoinders; humor is but a part of our cockpit chatter (jewishnavy@jewishnavy.org). —by Adiva Sotzsky

Friends settle into Grady-White Palooza II at Knapps Narrows Marina and Inn. Photo by Mike Charnosky

Oh Goody!

n September 14, the Pasadena Sportfishing Group (PSG) enjoyed Mike Hanson’s “Aqua Clear Bottom Fishing Tackle” presentation, prizes, and a 50/50 to benefit our Kids Fishing Derbies. Winners of PSG’s Kids Fishing Derby July 11 (right) include Jessica Blizzard, Amber Coakley, Hallie Cox, Madison Gillin, John Lewis, and Caroline Story. September 19 will bring Bill Burton’s Kids Fishing Derby at Fort Smallwood Park near Annapolis from 8 to 11:30 a.m. The fishing pier will be dedicated to the late Burton, and all club fishing derbies for kids held here will be known as Bill Burton’s Kids Fishing Derbies. The first 200 kids who preregister for the event will receive a rod and reel courtesy of PSG. The awards ceremony will have door prizes and lots of hot dogs, snacks, and beverages. Everyone who registers gets a goodie pack (pasadenasportfishing.com). —by Paul Coakley

During PSG’s Kids Fishing Derby, everybody wins. Hope that mascot is well fed.

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Racing News The 83rd Hampton Cup/ Summer Nationals by Joe Evans

eventy boats posted for the Hampton Cup, the nation’s oldest continuously run hydroplane powerboat race, which this year was also the venue for the American Power Boat Association’s Summer Nationals. As usual, the best of the best came from across the country to take a crack at stardom on the protected waters of Mill Creek adjacent to Fort Monroe and the Mercury Boulevard Bridge. Most notable was the return to form of the five-liter Mistress, with her big red PropTalk graphic on her cowling. After missing her home regatta on Kent Narrows due to engine troubles, she took her qualifying heat with the fastest time of the weekend. However, in the finals on Sunday, she was disqualified for a chop on an early lap, which is a judgment call indicating that driver Scott Liddycoat crossed a trailing boat’s lane within four boat lengths.

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Mistress came back to win the local “fun” race later in the day, but missed the glory in the earlier championship round. In other excitement, competitors and crews in the pits were surprised to see retired world champion, Larry Lauterbach pull into the lot towing Bobby Murray’s national modified hydro Mujr’s Lauterbach Special. No, he wasn’t returning to the race course. He and Murray simply felt that the boat could give Instigator, the hot boat from Tacoma, WA, a run for the money. Chuck Miller from Queenstown, MD was given the pleasure of filling the driver’s seat, and he steered the returning champ to victory. Finally, Kasey Browning, PropTalk’s feature boat person in the August issue, showed some girl power to beat the boys in her home waters by 1.5 seconds. See the Kasey Browning profile and more race images at proptalk.com.

Hampton Cup/Summer National Winners

Hot Stuff Fast Eddie,Too Playin Again Fat Chance Too My Way Mujr’s Lauterbach Special Darby’s Rapture

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Dave McQuay fits a plank inside Flying Cloud, a log canoe at the McQuay Railway in Wittman, MD. Photo by Bill Griffin

skiff from the 1990s that performed well. There are five of the fiberglass Elzey renditions busy on the Chesapeake and Delaware Bays as workboats, charter boats, and strictly pleasure boats. The boats peform well with a 150 four-stoke outboard, according to Elzey. Prospective customers and other interested boaters suggested that the boat would benefit from a small pilot-

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elva Capps at Capps Boatworks in Virginia Beach recently delivered a new 45-foot sport fishing boat of his own design to a repeat customer. Like previous Capps designs, she includes hints of the Carolina tradition blended with the sweet sheer and style of Palm Beach thoroughbreds. Capps brings the classic topside tumblehome a little farther forward than the usual because it looks great and actually adds a bit more interior volume to the boat. Capps has been cold-molding his boats since 1995 after years of strip planking with North Carolina juniper. Until recently, his boats were built of marine plywood. This

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boat, however, is a combination of materials, with layers of marine plywood in the bottom and glass on Corecell and honeycomb cores in the topsides and superstructure to save a bit more weight. He used MAS epoxy to glass and seal this boat. This one headed out with a single 715hp CAT diesel.

ennis Elzey at Elzey Custom Yachts in Cambridge, MD has been working on tooling for a pilothouse to go with his Shorebuilt 24 design. The boat’s hull design was taken from a cedar-planked Chesapeake Bay deadrise

The hull for a 45-footer at Capps Boatworks, Virginia Beach. Photo by Kendall Osborne

house for those crisp fall fishing days. So, Elzey is building the molds for that. The hull plug for Elzey’s new Shorebuilt 21 is done, and the hull mold is ready to release, lift, and flip. The boat is similar in look and concept to the 24-footer as interpreted by Elzey and renowned designer David Sintes of New Orleans. Since the plug is built of C-Flex fiberglass, it will serve as the foundation for a sturdy prototype while hull #1 is being built. Elzey plans on building out and finishing up the plug, rigging her with a 115-hp four-stroke, and enjoying her as a test boat. As with the Shorebuilt 24, all of her essential parts are built of composite materials, including her molded structural grid, transom, and decks.

om Jones at Crab Alley Boats in Chester, MD recently delivered one of his unique 16-foot crab skiffs to Ed Beekman on Swan Creek in Rock Hall, MD. The Crab Alley skiffs are built entirely of PVC panels and PVC “timber” in a plank-on-frame method, thus avoiding the worry of rot that sometimes troubles wooden boats. proptalk.com

lex and Donna Schlegel at the Hartge Yacht Yard in Galesville, MD are set to launch a new 30-footer built onsite by Mike Lohr. The boat is the brainchild of the Schlegels who wanted something bigger, quicker, and dryer than the yard’s Shamrock to expand the options for customer support and for fun. Lohr, who cut his boatbuilding teeth in Outer Banks boatshops, was keen to build the solution. Consultation with designer Mick Price in Annapolis and Donald Blount in Chesapeake, VA tweaked the concept into practical

om Campbell and his team at Campbell’s Town Creek Boatyard in Oxford, MD have completed their latest 37-footer, a custom cruiser built on a time-tested Spencer Lincoln Down East hull. Blue Wing is the fourth yacht of this kind to come from the Campbell shop. She features a Cummins QSC-540 diesel engine and a full entertainment system in an interior layout suited to a cruising couple—David and Jeanne Campbell (no relation) of Cambridge. Previous editions

Sean Langrall fairs the hull plug for Elzey's new Shorebuilt 21 skiff in Cambridge.

line drawings for a sporty launch with a lift-out tailgate transom. The boat is built of double layers of quarter-inch marine plywood on the sides and a double thickness of three-eighthsinch plywood on the bottom sealed in West epoxy and 12-ounce cloth.

eorge Hazzard and his crew at Wooden Boat Restoration in Millington, MD recently wrapped up the three-year restoration of a 1964, 30-foot Chris-Craft Constellation. The boat is back at her berth on the Wye River. Now they are busy with the bottom replacement on a 1952 21-foot Chris-Craft kit boat. The hull failed due to 50 years of storage on a mismatched trailer, which did not support the boat evenly. According to Hazzard, the new nine-millimeter Okoume marine plywood bottom should carry the boat through the next 50 years. Also in the shop is a 20-foot Chris-Craft Riviera getting fresh mahogany bottom planking bedded in 3M’s famous 5200 bedding compound over a new quarterinch Okoume plywood bottom sealed with Smith’s Clear Penetrating Epoxy System.

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of this design achieved top speeds of 23 knots, with a cruise pace of about 19. At press time, she is ready to test and enjoy before joining the new Campbell 31 at the U.S. Powerboat Show in Annapolis. Look for them on Dock F2.

arl Greible and the artisans at Severn Marine Services on Tilghman Island have been busy with some essential maintenance and refurbish work on Sam McKeon’s classic 44-foot Elco, which was built in 1939. McKeon keeps his fetching black-hulled beauty at his dock near Annapolis. He enlists the services of famed boat surveyor Fred Hecklinger to inspect her every couple of years to identify potential issues. Hecklinger noticed some questionable planking this year and recommended fresh white cedar boards to match the original material. The repair also called for some ribs to be sistered, which was accomplished with laminated white oak. Otherwise, McKeon personally handles most of the routine maintenance and paint touch-up work on the boat. Severn handles the haul outs and the big stuff.

ill Judge at Judge Yachts in Denton, MD is set to splash, test, and deliver a new cruising version of his 36-foot Chesapeake design to Bob and Sheila Wohlfarth in Annapolis. The project came about as the owners searched for the ideal combination of size, accommodations, style, and performance to suit their plans for coastal and Bay cruising and as an entertainment platform for family and friends around the Annapolis YC. The 28-knot cruising speed of Judge’s 36-foot sport fishing boat with a 425-hp engine caught their

The Hartge 30-foot launch in Galesville, MD.

attention. However, the Wohlfarths wanted a cruising yacht, not a fishing machine. The deciding factor was Judge’s enthusiasm for customizing the boat with an extended cabin/pilothouse and other interior accommodations. The new concept—dubbed the Bay Wolf 36—features an extended cabin and an island berth below, a single full head with a separate shower, an up-galley, and a 480-hp Cummins engine to account for a little extra weight. She will be on display at the U.S. Powerboat Show along with the original fishing version and a 32-footer on Dock K2, on the outside near the Naval Academy.

im Weaver at Weaver Boatworks in Tracys Landing, MD recently launched and shipped a new ice-blue 63-foot sport fishing machine to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico for a California-based customer who is completely dedicated to chasing tuna. The boat features tuna bait tubes, numerous live bait wells, and a clear working deck (no fighting chair) to support the specialized, stand-up action that big-time tuna anglers enjoy. The boat also has a bow rail to allow safe battles on the expansive foredeck when a tuna decides to blast around the bow. PropTalk October 2009 61

The boat features an 18-foot, threeinch beam, a 1120-gallon main fuel tank with a 385-gallon spare tank aft, and a pair of C-30 1550-hp CAT turbo diesel engines, which push the boat along at a 35-knot cruising speed. During sea trials, she topped out at 41.6 knots. Michigan Wheels made the props, and Palm Beach Towers fabricated the rails and tower. Belkov Yacht Company in Annapolis fabricated the teak-trimmed interior cabinets, furniture, counters, trim, and walls.

Next in line is a 64-footer slated for a customer on the Pacific side of Costa Rica. At press time, the hull had been flipped off of the jig, and the interior Kevlar and glass laminates are being applied. The early forecast is for a late February or early March 2010 splash.

the extensive restoration of a 1959 41-foot Aage Nielsen yawl built at the Paul Luke Boat Yard in Boothbay, ME. The boat is a classic Bermuda race-style boat featuring a keel/centerboard. Amazingly, the centerboard box is built of welded bronze, and it’s still in fine shape. The wooden keel form and bottom planking were essentially shot and in need of replacement. One of the first steps in the process was to laminate a stack of purpleheart planks to make the new keel and lug it into place for fitting. Carpenters who have worked with this extremely dense

Bill Dussinger's 1952 21-foot Chris-Craft Kit Boat sans bottom at Wooden Boat Restoration in Millington, MD.

A 46-footer takes shape at Chesapeake Boats near Crisfield, MD. Photo by Bill Griffin

Sam McKeon's 1939 Elco enjoys some TLC at Severn Marine Services on Tilghman Island. Photo by Bill Griffin

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wood will not be surprised to read that the laminated chunk weighs nearly 800 pounds and can only be trimmed with fresh carbide cutting tools, making the job of positioning and fitting more of a pitched battle than a joinery task. Imagine the movie Braveheart with power tools but without the kilts and face paint. The extent of the work on this project has held up progress on two new builds that are very near completion in the shop— a 19-foot Atkins tunnel-hull launch and a modern rendition of the Smith Island

Bill Judge moves the new Bay Wolf 36 out into the sunlight on the way to the Choptank River. Photo by Bob Wohlfarth

crab skiff. The launch is painted and essentially ready to go with her 25-hp Beta (Kubota) diesel engine, six-inch draft, and hardware installed. Mertaugh is predicting a 17-knot cruise speed and sea trials before the end of September. The crab skiff should be ready for her new owner on Kent Island by the first of October.

uss Garufi at Titan Yachts near Ocean City, MD has his newest 62-footer assembled, looking good, and ready for paint. This full-out

Chris Flood wrestles a quarter-ton of laminated purpleheart into place at Choptank Boat Works in Denton. Photo by Bill Griffin

sport fishing yacht features three staterooms with full heads and showers. The hull features prop tunnels to allow a four-foot draft, which will make her ideal for fishing the Caribbean. The boat’s power program is a pair of 1650-hp CATs. The boat will be completed over the winter with an eye to hitting the aqua-blue waters of the Caribbean in April. Garufi’s next project will be another 62-footer with a trio of Volvo’s new 1200hp IPS drop-in engine/drive systems.

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Fish News with Capt. C.D. Dollar Maryland Records Drop Like They’re Hot

Angler Catches Lingerie

n the second annual Summer Slam Fishing Tournament based out of Dominion Marina on Little Creek near Chester, MD on August 8 and 9, 10-year old Ryker Chase caught a qualifying croaker while his father John caught a petite pair of ladies underwear "from off the bottom," he said. This community contest challenged more than 50 anglers to catch an Upper Chesapeake slam, which for this event included four species of legal-sized fish—rockfish, bluefish, flounder, and croaker. On Saturday, the 17-boat fleet of mostly center-console skiffs filled with light tackle specialists took advantage of moderate winds to spread out across Eastern Bay and the Chesapeake. At day’s end, Captain Richie Gaines had collected the only complete set with a 21.5-inch flattie, a 17-inch blue, a 20.5-inch rock, and a 14.5-inch hardhead (croaker). Sunday’s stiff winds and nasty chop made it difficult for the fleet to compete leaving Gaines to take away bragging rights for this budding event, which attracted some of the best light-gear anglers in the Bay including Joe Cap, Ed Liccione, Greg and Jack Mutchler, Mark Praschek, Sean Fisher, Teal and Lindsay Quinn, Tara Quinn (but not her brother Colin who caught zip), Dan Emanueli, Randy Long, Jordon Taylor, Ray Wasdyke, Ed Kellerman, and Harry Price. Ryker Chase took third place in the croaker division for his effort, and he kept the croaker. His father released the undies rather then try to explain where he got them. However, he was later caught bragging that these were “definitely not granny panties,” leading some to speculate. Pictured L-R Teal and Lindsay Quinn. Report by Colin Quinn, edited by Joe Evans

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ood things come in threes, but a trio of new state fishing records in less than a month? Hard to believe, but that’s what happened in Maryland’s saltwater from late July to early August. Bob Farris of Charlotte, NC was fishing in the White Marlin Open (WMO) when he hooked and landed a humongous 1062-pound blue marlin. Obviously that fish earned him first place in that category, and it netted him $454,999 and broke the 20-year-old mark of 942 pounds. Before Farris’s fish, no one had ever decked a “grander” in Maryland waters. Also fishing the WMO tournament was Jamie Gill of Crofton, MD, who caught a 254-pound scalloped hammerhead shark. Gill and friends were aboard the vessel Lisa, chunking for tuna at Massey’s Canyon when the shark inhaled a butterfish. It took Gill three hours to bring the shark to gaff. Gill’s catch eclipsed the previous state record of 194 pounds set in 2004. “The blisters on my fingers, sore back, and bruised knees from resting the rod— since I had little strength left to hold the rod—are still hanging with me three days later,” Gill told PropTalk via email. “I’ve been fishing my whole life and always wanted to be a record holder. Just never would have guessed in a million years it would have been for a scalloped hammerhead shark!” The record almost went unrecorded as the shark was entered as a common smooth hammerhead at the weigh-in. Maryland Fisheries biologists Angel Willey and Allison Luettel recognized that the fish was actually a scalloped hammerhead and helped preserve the record. Away from the WMO on July 25, Chris Toner joined the ranks of Maryland’s fishing elite with a beastly 72-pound cobia caught under the guidance of PropTalk contributing angler Mark Sampson, which beat the previous Atlantic Division mark of 67 pounds, 12 ounces.

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Fish News with Capt. C.D. Dollar “It was my buddy’s (Vinnie Deskiewicz) 30th birthday and he wanted to go shark fishing, but he didn’t know anyone, so I called Captain Mark,” Toner tells PropTalk. “Everyone was hooking up and having a blast. Then Tyler (the mate) saw the cobia in the chum slick.” Tyler grabbed the 20-pound outfit that Captain Mark keeps at the ready during the summer, pitched the little drum to the cobia and handed Toner the rod. “Mr. Brown Suit” gulped the spot and then raced for open ocean, peeling line off. Toner battled the big fish for nearly 40 minutes. To makes things more exciting, Deskiewicz and his wife Krissy were each fighting dusky sharks at the same time. “It was a tough but fun fight,” said Toner of his record cobia. He added that it’s the largest fish he has taken on light tackle and that “it’s pretty cool.” The WMO tournament winner was Sean Healey of Massachusetts who took home $903,442 by landing a 93.5-pound white marlin fishing aboard the boat Orion.

New Fishing Products Earn Top Honors at ICAST

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t the tackle industry’s 52nd annual flagship event called ICAST, Hobie Cat’s Mirage Pro Angler, equal parts kayak and boat, was voted Best of Show. That a kayak was picked as the best piece of gear speaks volumes about the sport’s sky-rocketing popularity. This latest incarnation of the fishing yak comes loaded with features, such as a baker’s dozen of Plano tackle boxes, three in-hull storage compartments, and an on-deck storage area for an optional livewell or cooler. It also features horizontal storage for up to six rods and two additional vertical rod holders. The boat has a whopping 600-pound capacity as well as a fullyadjustable, breathable Cool Ride seat, a work area/cutting board, and a pre-rigged place for your fish finder, GPS, lights, or downriggers. The Pro Angler is powered by the Hobie MirageDrive, a peddle drive system that keeps both hands free to fish. For the full list of winners, visit icastfishing.org.

OC Marlin Club’s First Ladies Tournament Rocks

n the Ocean City Marlin Club’s inaugural tournament for ladies only, 99 female anglers battled it out for more than $25,000 in prize money. At the end of the three-day event, which ran from July 30 to August 1, team Big Oh 2 took the top purse of $10,080 with 500 points in the billfish release division. Twentyseven teams participated making this a “great success,” according to tournament chairwoman, Allison Sappington. Sappington is already planning next year’s event with the promise that it will be even bigger and better. For more information, call (410) 213-1613 or visit ocmarlinclub.com.

The 1062-pound blue marlin that took the bait and the new state record at the 2009 White Marlin Open.

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he PropTalk/Boatyard Bar & Grill Winter Fishing Film Series, the certified cure for cabin fever. Think Tuesdsay night specials, beer, and a classic fishing movie in the anglerfriendly marketplace section of the Boatyard Bar & Grill. Stay Tuned and follow PropTalk on Twitter to hear more. PropTalk October 2009 65

FISH FORECASTS Sharon Sheely with a stringer of black-bellied rose fish. Photo by her daughter, Dr. Julie Ball

Compiled by Captain C.D. Dollar s it possible to top the incredible fishing we’ve enjoyed on the Chesapeake and Atlantic this summer? No one really knows, but the onset of fall typically signals the beginning of the season’s best fishing, reaching its crescendo by October’s end. So the smart money would take that bet, and maybe even double down. Almost all of the summer species are still around through a chunk of September, and they’re hungry. Best of all, the cooler weather makes being on the water as sweet as roasted corn. In the fall, shore anglers also get a crack at big stripers, red drum, and bluefish migrating out of the Bay and down the beach. These game fish cruise the surf line hunting food in anticipation of colder water. Row, paddle, cruise, or bum a ride—whatever you do, don’t miss out on autumn’s gift of great fishing.

aptain Sonney Forrest of Reel Relief Charters in Solomons says, “As the days get shorter and cooler, the fish know it’s time to feed. The spot and croaker are feeding and moving south to the coast line. With them are the large bluefish that chase them while feeding on baitfish at the surface, and flounder are moving out of the Bay and can be a delight on light tackle.” Captain Sonney also predicts that the white perch will feed eagerly in greater numbers as the calendar flips to October. 66 October 2009 PropTalk

“These same smaller bluefish that came into the Bay this spring have grown up to become three- to five-pounders,” he says. “All the Spanish mackerels are gone now that water temperatures are lower. In the middle of September you will find very large Norfolk spot and in good numbers being caught on bloodworms. Look on the edges and sandy bottom for these fish. Redfish are still around in September, caught in the creeks, they are just small; but in the Bay, they are 30 to 40 pounds of tackle ripping, muscle-testing battle wagons. Most local guides know where they are and how to catch a few,” he advises. “October means cool, clear dry weather that has the stripers jumping for joy,” says Captain Sonney. “They’re feeding on all the bait leaving the Bay and they need to fatten up for the long winter months.” “Look for the birds over breaking stripers and a mix of bluefish. Troll larger spoons and catch both kinds on the same rig,” he says. “Umbrella rigs with metal work well this time of year. Bucktails get them all, but somehow lose their hair doing it to the bluefish. You can sometimes find large flounder also feeding along the bottom under these feeding machines; just go slow and low.” Captain Sonney Forrest Reel Relief Charters captainsonney.com (443) 532-0836

aptain Walt of Light Tackle Charters in Crisfield, MD knows that September brings the first signs that rockfish are preparing to migrate out of the Chesapeake. “Birds will mark the feeding, and September through October, it’s not uncommon for my customers to score 30 or more rockfish per person to 20 pounds in a halfday trip,” he says. “Mix in some bluefish to six pounds, and your arms can be put to the test on light tackle gear. We’ll continue to take flounder on the steep dropoffs of Tangier and Pocomoke Sounds. Hopefully, we’ll be taking sea trout while bottom fishing the same areas. I say hopefully, because the sea trout fishery has eluded us for several years.” He adds that casting the grassy flats and marsh banks of both Tangier and Pocomoke Sounds will also produce striped bass along with the gamey speckled trout. If you want a last taste of the ocean, then go with Captain Walt to chase dolphin (mahi) on the lobster pot floats less than 20 miles from the beach. “These fish are within easy reach of light tackle and fly enthusiasts who enjoy this fishery with me from a small craft,” says Captain Walt. Captain Walt Light Tackle Charters LTCharters.com (410) 957-1664

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aptain Sean Crawford of Terrapin Bay Guide Service in Eastern Bay will continue to chase breaking fish in the Chesapeake’s main stem through early October. Small bucktails, six-inch albino Bass Kandy Delights (BKD), and Stingsilvers are great imitations of the small anchovies the rockfish and bluefish are feeding on. For flies, you can’t beat a Gurgler tossed on a sevenweight floating line. “As the water cools toward the end of September, we will start to focus on the tributaries again and the great shallow water bite that can set up there, especially during high tides associated with a full or new moon,” he says. For top water, he likes the Smackit Jr lure, while Gurglers, Crease Flies, and Spirit River Poppers work great on a fly rod,” he says and adds, “October can bring an amazing shallow water bite at low light along sod and marsh banks throughout the mid-Bay area.” Captain Sean Crawford TerrapinBayFishing.com (410) 490-5942

aptain Gary Neitzey of Fish Hawk Guide Service in Eastern Bay expects to find plenty of breaking stripers and bluefish this time of year. In September, most of the action will be from Bloody Point to Sharps Island Light. “As we move into October, fish will start moving into Eastern Bay more often. Bucktails are great while the blues are around,” he says. “Poppers are a lot of fun when the fish are on top. Stingsilvers are great when the fish are underneath. This is a great time for fly fishing, too. The area around the mouth of the Chester River should turn on now also.” Capt. Gary Neitzey Fish Hawk Guide Service flyfishthechesapeake.com (410) 758-4262 Photo courtesy of Captain Sonney Forrest

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17’ Holby Bristol Skiff ’08 Dealer demo with very few hours on the engine. In excellent condition. Reduced in price. Offered at $18,500 Contact Ken Comerford at (410) 280-2038 or Ken@northpointyachtsales.com for more info.

21’ Supra ’91 Good cond., trailer-fair cond., inbd Ford 351, ski tow boat, Sea Scouts, $5000 obo, James Klimek, (240) 2714631, jk3043@aol.com, or Steve Alexander, (301) 646-0805, stevedalex@msn.com

22' 1995 Sea Pro Citation Cuddy cabin, I/O Ford 302 5.0FL engine and Volvo Penta Outdrive Custom Canvas, Trailer, GPS/Fish Finder, asking $5000 Ronald Hillard, California, MD call (301) 737-4277 ronsjoye@verizon.net 22’ Mathews Brothers Classic Bay Cruiser ’02 Surprise Fiberglass hull. Yanmar 100hp dsl engine. Stored and maintained by IndoorBoatStorage. Available for immediate purchase. $99,000 Call Mathews Brothers at (410) 479-9720. 23.6’ Robalo ‘83 With 200hp Yamaha (installed 2004) and trailer. $9500. This fishing machine located Hampton ,VA. For details and pics mwsteffens@cox.net or (757) 722-5505.

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24’ Bayliner ‘02 Lift kept, single 350 magnum, only 200 hrs, perfect family boat, A/C, well above average cond. Priced aggressively below comps. $22,500 obo. Photos @ www.yachtview.com John Kaiser (443) 223-7864 cell anytime

25’ Parker 2510 Deep V ’00 twin 200 hp Yamaha Saltwaters w/EFI & 300 hrs; hardtop; outriggers; AP; radar; GPS/plotter; color fishfinder; trailer. Lift kept. Asking $29,900. Contact Rick Casali 410-279-5309 or rickc@noyceyachts.com

26’ C.W. Hood Wasque ’01 Perfect Down East 'pocket yacht' for day boating or overnighting, be it meandering up riverways or heading across the bay. Offered at $99,500 Contact David Malkin at (410) 280- 2038 or David@northpointyachtsales.com for more info

26’ Pursuit ’05 Center console/ cuddy cabin, twin 225 Yamahas (160 hrs), head, windlass, Raymarine E-120, VHS, outriggers, battery charger. Lightly used - quality fishing/cruising boat. $89,500 obo. (410) 647-6635. 26’ Sea Ray Sundancer ’05 $49,500. Low hrs on 300 Mercruiser, just waxed & detailed, owner motivated. At our office and easy to show. Call Ned Dozier, The Yacht Group, (800) 827-8089. Sea Ray 270 ’88 Hardtop, Recently repowered w/twin 5.7L $18,500. (410) 476-4414 www.compositeyacht.biz

25' Ranger Tugs R25 ‘08 This R25 is trailerable! The hull is fast and efficient with great comfortable cruising capabilities and accommodations up to 5 people. $129,950 Gratitude Yachting Center (410) 639-7111 www.gratitudeyachting.com

26’ Four Winns ‘03 With Trailer & generator. Barely used and in top condition, priced at $47,000 Call (443) 650-0316 or www.knot10.com

28' Albin TE ‘01 Gatsby Edition $84,900 Yanmar 300 hp with 520 hours - 1 owner. Sleeps 4. Full head with shower, full galley. "Forest Green" hull with gold stripe, oyster white boot stripe, white decks. All service records available. New bottom paint. Waxed religiously. Eastport Yacht Sales (410) 903-1830 www.eastportys.com 28’ Albin Tournament Express ‘93 Equipped with reverse cycle heat & air, bow thruster, radar & more. Located in Annapolis. Motivated Seller. Must See!! PRICE REDUCED to $58,500! Call Charles (410) 267-8181 or charles@annapolisyachtsales.com

28’ Four Winns Horizon ‘02 Twin Volvo 5.0 gas engines w/250 hrs. ‘04 aluminum trailer. Owner leaving country must sell! $32,500 obo. Photos @ www.yachtview.com John Kaiser (443) 223-7864 cell anytime

28' Albin Flush Deck ’04 Only 506 hours use, always indoor stored in a boathouse for the past four years! Located in St. Simons, Georgia. $109,000 obo. 100’s of Photos @ www.yachtview.com John Kaiser (443) 223-7864 cell 28’ Albin TE ’03 Flush Deck, Volvo Penta KAMD electronic dsl. Many extras. Only 300 hrs. Excellent cond. $95,000 (410) 763-8254. 28’ Chris Craft ’07 NEW PRICE, Complete Restoration of 1977 Boat! Better than new! New custom windows, St. Steel hardware, upholstery, canvas, dash gauges, thru hulls, etc. Awlgrip topsides & stripes, gorgeous! Must see! $29,000. Contact (410) 353-0766. 29’ Back Cove Hardtop ‘06 She is a very economical Downeast Cruiser and she is well equipped with radar, AP, AC and much more! $171,900 Call Charles Gomez (410) 267-8181 or charles@ annapolisyachtsales.com 29’ Back Cove Hard Top ’04 Single optional 315HP Yanmar dsl engine with low hrs, striking Claret awlgripped hull, Raymarine C-80 multifunction nav display with GPS chartplotter & fishfinder, radar, AP and more. Asking $149,900 OBYS (410) 226-0100.

29’ BackCove ’07 Hardtop w/ Yanmar, bow/stern thrusters, custom enclosure, dingy on chocks. Equipped for the “Loop”. Squeaky clean. Reduced! $169,900 Crusader YS (410) 2 6 9 - 0 9 3 9 www.crusaderyachts.com

29' Luhrs 290 Open ‘00 This Luhrs 290 Open has had all of it electronics upgraded and the boat shows like a 10. Offered at $79,500 Contact Ken Comerford at (410) 280-2038 or Ken@northpointyachtsales.com for more info.

29’ Mathews Brothers Patriot ’02 JWB Fiberglass hull. Yanmar 315hp dsl engine. Kept in top cond. at MathewsBros IndoorBoatStorage facility. $150,000 Purchase today! Call Mathews Brothers at (410) 4799720. 29’ Mathews Brothers Patriot ’04 Summer Inn Fiberglass hull. Yanmar 315hp diesel engine. Kept in top cond. at MathewsBros IndoorBoatStorage facility. $225,000 Purchase today! Call Mathews Brothers at (410) 479-9720. 29’ Mathews Brothers Patriot ’04 Lady Antoinette Fiberglass hull. Volvo Penta 5.7GXi, 320hp gas engine. Kept in top cond. at an indoor storage facility. Purchase today! $185,000 Mathews Brothers at (410) 4799720.

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29' MJM 29z ‘07 3 miles per gallon at 24 knots will ease the pain at the gas dock. Wrap around seating for more people than you probably want to take out. Offered at 279,900. Contact Paul Mikulski at (410) 280-2038 or Paul@northpointyachtsales.com

29’ Sea Ray Sun Sport ’03 $59,900, our trade! Twin 260 Mercs, A/C, full canvas. Freshwater boat, always stored inside. Just serviced and detailed. Call Ned Dozier, The Yacht Group, (800) 827-8089. 30’ Grady White ’06 Twin Yamahas and clean as can be. Lee outriggers & full electronics package. $147,000 Call (443) 6500316 or www.knot10.com 31’ Marlago Open CC ‘02 $64,900, 157 one-owner hrs on 200 HPDI Yamahas, perfect shape and recently detailed. Owner moving up. Call Ned Dozier, The Yacht Group (800) 827-8089.

32’ Carman ‘98 Ready to fish, crab, or cruise? This 32' Carman is ready with a 230hp single Volvo Turbo Diesel I/O $69,995 Call (443) 650-0316 or www.knot10.com 32’ Ches. Deadrise ’00 PRICE REDUCED TO $45K!!! No engine gear, Ready to drop in gas or dsl, Finished to fish, Full electronics, Fresh Awlgrip, (410) 476-4414, www.compositeyacht.biz

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32' Custom Downeast ‘82 Beautiful example of down east styling tempered with fly bridge cruiser. Many upgrades and very efficient powered with Volvo TAMD60B turbo diesel. Offered at $83,000. Contact David Malkin at (410) 280-2038 or David@northpointyachtsales.com

2008 Eastport 32 The Jake Hull # 3, Loaded, like new. Twin Yanmar-BMW 260hp fully electronic turbo charged diesels with only 38 hours, Furuno Navnet electronics. Interior has extra cabinets and A/C. Set up for the serious fisherman but retains the comfort of a luxury weekender. Offered at $359,000 In Annapolis. Listed by the Eastport Yacht Company, call Tom Weaver (443)951-1380 ext 1101 www.eastportyacht.com 32’ Halverson Island Gypsy ’03 Very well suited for the Bay. Galley up, huge master stateroom forward, separate walk in shower. Great weekender or liveaboard. Reduced to $229,900 Call Dan (410) 267-8181 or dan@annapolisyachtsales.com 32’ Jones ’06 Cummins 370, Beautifully finished, built with comfort and ease of operation in mind, Ready to fish or cruise, Well Priced @ $159,900, (410) 4764414, www.compositeyacht.biz 32’ Legacy Hardtop ’07 Lovely and well maintained vessel that is sure to please. Over $100,000 in extras, flag blue hull, AC, Gen set, upgraded 425HP Cummins dsl and so much more. Asking $365,000 OBYS (410) 2260100. Don’t pass this one by! OBYS (410) 226-0100.

32’ Mabry Yachts Custom Deadrise ‘07 GenSet, bow thruster, AC and radar-GPSchartplotter. Volvo Penta D-4 dsl with state of the art engine function display. MUST SEE! $149,900 Call Paul (410) 267-8181 or paul@ annapolisyachtsales.com

32’ Tiara Open ’04 Price just reduced and detailed for the summer! 200 engine hrs. on Crusader fresh water cooled 8.1L MPI engines. All Raymarine electronics including GPS/ Radar/ VHF. $177,500 all reasonable offers encouraged. 100’s of Photos @ www.yachtview.com John Kaiser (443) 223-7864 cell anytime 33’ Sea Ray 330 Sundancer ’94 Twin Mercruiser 7.4l @ 550hrs, custom hardtop, Air / Heat, full enclosure, dinghy w/ outboard – JUST REDUCED: $ 35,900 – don’t miss it! Call Tony Tumas to arrange a viewing: day or evening (443) 553-5046. www. greatblueyachts.com; email: tony@greatblueyachts.com

330 Sea Ray Sundancer '96 T310 Mercruisers, Kohler gen., Garmin GPS, AC/Heat, micro., color TV/VHS, stereo, all factory extras, only 450 hrs., new tune-up $54,900. (443)3244938 dann@islandpilot.com

34' Cruiser 340 ‘07 Sporty cruiser with precise handling, good speed, and overnighting accommodations for up to six. Offered at $187,500. Contact Ken Comerford at (410) 280-2038 or Ken@NorthPointYachtSales.com

34' Formula PC ‘99 Well built boat with plenty of sex appeal! Built on a constant deadrise deep-V hull, 2 staterooms - sleeps 6, entire aft section of cockpit can be turned into a giant sunken sunpad. $110,000 Gratitude Yachting Center (410) 639-7111 www.gratitudeyachting.com

34' Mainship Motor Cruiser ‘85 Superb economy at better than trawler speeds! Practical floor plan well suited to the needs of a cruising couple. Flybridge extends aft providing weather protection for the cockpit. $44,900 Gratitude Yachting Center (410) 639-7111 www.gratitudeyachting.com 34’ Mariner Orient ’02 Exceptional upgrades, Single Cummins diesel, Upper & lower Helm, Bow & Stern Thrusters $175,000 Call (443) 650-0316 or www.knot10.com 34’ Sea Ray 340 Impeccably kept and truly turn key. Just 200 hrs on FWC 8.1 Mercs and generator. Not many boats this clean. $134,000 Call (443) 6500316 or www.knot10.com proptalk.com

35' Carver 355 Aft Cabin ‘98 Very comfortable motoryacht with flybridge, 2 private cabins, dining area converts to double berths - sleeps 6, 2 heads, well maintained, twin Crusader 454's will cruise at 20. $123,900 Gratitude Yachting Center (410) 639-7111 www.gratitudeyachting.com 35’ Donzi 35ZF Daytona ’01 $64,900 This 35 Donzi rare w/ 2003 Mercury Racing 250XS Optimax outboards. Under 400 hrs, unmatched by either 225 Optis or 250 EFIs. Optional Daytona package w/higher level of equipment & appearance upgrades. Ned Dozier, The Yacht Group (800) 827-8089.

35’ Doral 350 Sportcruiser ’95 All the options! Bow Thruster, AC/Gen., TV/VCR, ice maker, fridge, full galley, GPS plotter, trim tabs, power bow spotlight, elect. windlass, two staterooms, Mercruiser 7.2l engines, 24k cruise/33.4k top speed. $49,900. 100’s of Photos @ www.yachtview.com John Kaiser (443) 223-7864 cell anytime 35’ Marlago Cuddy ’02 $64,900, One owner, 225 Yamaha 4-strokes, many options. Flag Blue Awlgrip, great electronics. Change of owner’s plans forces sale. Call Ned Dozier, The Yacht Group (800) 827-8089.

35’ Marlago Sport Open ’06 $109,900 275 Mercury Verados w/ low hrs. This is one of the best kept Marlagos on the market. No expense has been spared on her. Comes loaded with options! Call Ned Dozier, The Yacht Group (800) 827-8089 35’ Maxum ’04 Rare diesel powered model cruises at 27mph with a 16 gph fuel burn. Two staterooms and clean. $164,000 Call (443) 650-0316 o www.knot10.com 35’ Tiara Open ’02 Twin diesel, hardtop, dark interior. Lift kept and ready for a serious buyer to step aboard. $199,000 Call (443) 6500316 or www.knot10.com

35’ Tiara Open ’02 All the right options; low hrs on turbo Cummins; upgraded electronics & canvas; shed kept; meticulous care; best on the market today. Asking only $212,500 Contact Rick Casali 410-279-5309 or rickc@noyceyachts.com 36’ Albin Trawler ‘88 Brand new Cummins engine, 22hrs. Clean boat, interior & exterior helmstations & instrumentation, two en-suite staterooms, side galley. $93,500 Call Jonathan Hutchings (804) 776-7575 or jonathan@annapolisyachtsales. com

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36' Jarvis Newman Pettegrow '88 None nicer. Repowered in '05 w/ 370 Yanmar; 15 knot cruise; thruster; genset; A/C; Espar; A/P; radar; 3 GPS/plotters. Price down to $219,000 Contact Rick Casali 410-279-5309 or rickc@noyceyachts.com 36’ Grand Banks ’86 Classic, single screw Lehman. Cruise equipped; generator, Heat/Air, Dsl heater, Davit system, more! Recently reduced: $139,850. Crusader YS (410) 269-0939, www.crusaderyachts.com

36’ Nauset Sedan Cruiser ‘03 High quality DownEast Yacht, lightly used, completely equipped for cruising, outstanding condition! Electronics duplicated helm/flybridge, single Cummins, Generator, Bowthruster, A/C. $249,000 Gratitude Yachting Center (410) 639-7111 www.gratitudeyachting.com 36’ Sabre Double Cabin Fast Trawler ’93 This is a lovely and well maintained vessel. Low engine hrs, upgraded electronics, awlgripped flag blue hull, T-250hp Detroit engines that cruise at 14 knots and tops at 18 knots. Great live-aboard or weekend cruiser for the family or with friends. She is asking an incredible price of $149,900 and willing to listen to offers. OBYS 410-226-0100 36’ Sabre Express ’99 T-300hp Caterpillars, cruises at 20 knots and tops at 25 knots. Norcold fridg, AP, Furuno Radar, Garmin GPS, Flat screen TV, Audiovox DVD player and much much more! Asking an incredible price of $169,500 and willing to listen to offers. OBYS 410-226-0100. 72 October 2009 PropTalk

37’ Formula ‘04 Silver Imron, Twin Mercs & Bravo III drives, Bow Thruster, the 37’ is the blend of speed and luxury $169,000 Call (443) 650-0316 or www.knot10.com 37’ Formula PC ’06 $289,000. Volvo common rail DIESELS, low hrs, Bay usage. Beautiful one owner boat. Call Ned Dozier, The Yacht Group, (800) 827-8089. 2002 & 2004 True North 38 Highly functional and visually stunning boats! Exciting adventures, romantic weekends, fun day trips await you! Starting at $289,000 Call to set up an appointment! (410) 267-8181 or info@annapolisyachtsales.com

38' Fairline Phantom ‘00 Out of the Blue is very well maintained and rare. European quality with sleek aerodynamic styling. Excellent condition, professionally maintained. Just detailed, new bottom job. Reduced to $199,000 by Motivated Seller. 100’s of Photos @ www.yachtview.com John Kaiser (443) 223-7864 cell anytime

38' Mast & Mallet/Wesmac Down East '02 $70,000 in upgrades; Bristol condition; 440 Yanmar; bowthruster; new genset; new A/C heat; new electronics; new Awlgrip. $299,500 Contact Rick Casali 410-279-5309 or rickc@noyceyachts.com

40’ Fathom Expedition Fast Trawler ‘08 Popular flybridge model w/low hours, 425 Cummins, 9KW genset, stabilized, hard bottom dinghy, sat. antenna, dual electronics, hydraulic crane $499,999 contact HarborviewYacht Sales 1 - 8 6 6 - 9 3 3 - 5 4 1 4 www.harborviewyachtsales.com

39’ Bar Harbor Yachts Cruiser ’06 Dealer Demo! Real downeast lobster boat … finished with finest yacht quality composite construction, fine furniture and superb systems. A liveaboard cruising vessel with superb accommodations for couple + guests and true offshore credentials. Single Cummins QSC540 with 20+ kt cruise at >1mpg. $585k. Bar Harbor Yachts (508)922-4101. Full photos/details see barharboryachts.com

40' PT Trawler beam 12'6", draft 2'10", single 270 Cummins (250 hrs), NL 9KW gen, VHF, AP, depth, galley, 2 double cabins, electric heads & showers, flat screen TV, Fly Bridge, bimini top, aft entertainment deck w/ hardtop, bow thruster. Interior varnished teak, perfect cruiserloaded, located Stevensville, MD, $299,000, Call Geoffrey White at AGYG (410) 827-0070

39’ Mainship ’03 Single dsl, Teak and Holly floors, very clean. Two stateroom layout and ready to go down the ICW in style.$179,000 Call (443) 650-0316 or www.knot10.com

40’ Robbins by Mathews Bros ’07 Madeline, Fiberglass hull. 540 Cummins dsl eng. Delivered in May of ’08, this highly customized boat is practically new! Available for immediate purchase. Asking $485,000 call MathewsBros at (410) 479-9720. 40’ Viking ’73 Completely redone inside and out and hard to find anything wrong. Cummins 450 diesels. $97,000 Call (443) 650-0316 or www.knot10.com

38' Marine Trader Tradewinds Sundeck ‘86 Good livability, little money! Twin Lehman 135's, 8.5kw Kohler Genset with low hours, new Norcold refrigerator, good instrumentation, knowledgeable owner. $110,000 Gratitude Yachting Center (410) 639-7111 www.gratitudeyachting.com

41’ De Fever Trawler ’87 2 cabin, 2 head, galley up, interior & exterior helms, electric windlass, generator, solar panels, single Yanmar 6PHM-TE. $105,000 Call Jonathan Hutchings (804) 776-7575 or jonathan@ annapolisyachtsales.com

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42’ Riviera Flybridge ‘05 $499,000. 635hp Cummins QSM11s make it the fastest ever. Stidds, Sat TV, custom props, fish rigged but cruised only. Very custom, very nice. Call Ned Dozier, The Yacht Group, (800) 827-8089.

43’ Carver Cockpit Motor Yacht Beautiful Aft Cockpit Motor Yacht, Twin Cummins Dsls, Gen Set, Air, Full enclosure, GPS, Plotter, A must SEE BOAT! $ 189,900 Call Tony Tumas to arrange a viewing: day or evening (443) 553-5046. www.greatblueyachts.com; email: tony@greatblueyachts. com

42' Sabreline Sedan ‘01 32’ Island Gypsy ‘83 $72,500 46' 43' 36’ 34' 29' 29' 28'

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Trawler 45' Cherubini Trawler ‘01 $440,000 36' Grand Banks Classic ‘86 $139,850 32' Island Gypsy ‘83 $72,500

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Power Hatteras Classic ‘79 $300,000 Viking ‘90 $224,900 Evans '07 $195,000 Judge ‘02 $119,000 Cruisers Espirit ‘98 $79,900 Tiara ‘86 $39,000 Legacy '01 $99,000 Sea Ray Sundancer ‘00 $38,900

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Fast trawler with extended hardtop. Lower helm station, cockpit bench seat, T/Yanmars, cherry interior. Lightly used and very clean. Only $295,000. Kent Narrows. pics www.walczakyacht.com Call Mark mobile (410) 980-5364

42’ Jones ’00 Scania 575HP, A/C, Full elect, elec head, shower, Many amenities, Ready to fish or cruise, Sleeps 5, $248K. Composite Yacht (410) 476-4414, www.compositeyacht.biz 42’ Jones ’97 Well Equipped with 6 Pack, More Info Coming Soon, $179,900, (410) 476-4414, www.compositeyacht.biz 42’ Krogen Pilothouse Trawler ’84 Very rare. Island berth forward, stabilized, epoxy bottom, new galley, washer/dryer, electric dinghy davit and complete electronics. Excellent value. Located Annapolis. Kadey-Krogen Yachts (800) 247-1230.

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43’ Albin Classic ’79 T-120hp Ford dsls, AC, Generator & complete electronics. Just reduced to $65,000. 100’s of Photos @ www.yachtview.com John Kaiser (443) 223-7864 cell anytime

43 Eastbay ‘99 Odin rare fly bridge model. Nice local boat just listed. 2 touch screen 5212 Garmin plotters. Never get lost! 435 Cats. Smaller down east trades considered 410-980-5364 www.walczakyacht.com 43’ Gulfstar Mark I Trawler ’73 Twin Perkins dsls, Gen Set, 2 zone Air/Heat, dual steering station, radar, pilot, plotter, many, many upgrades – a must see boat $89,900 Call Tony Tumas to arrange a viewing: day or evening (443) 553-5046. www. greatblueyachts.com; email: tony@greatblueyachts.com 43’ Eastbay EX ’00 Kelly’s Catch Beautiful soft top express cruiser w/low hr CAT dsls, 25 knot cruise speed, 8kw Onan, dripless shaft seals, extensive electronics, flat screen TVs, DVD, Bose, CD, Stidd seats, windlass , 6 person life raft, covers for everything, A/C in helm area. Two staterooms, teak & holly sole, opening ports & overhead hatches for great ventilation. Recent Flag Blue hull paint & new non skid as well. Aggressively priced to sell at $359,000. Contact Marc Thomas – Luke Brown Yachts – (410) 9910939 or Marc@LukeBrown.com 43’ Wellcraft ’87 Portofino Express, twin 454 Chevys w/360 hrs, new radar w/GPS & depth, new canvas, 7.5-Kw genset, many other upgrades, call for more details, Sea Scouts, $67K obo, James Klimek, (240) 271-4631, jk3043@aol.com. proptalk.com

43’ Kha Shing Sea Star ’93 Twin dsl, Gen Set, Dual air, Aft Sun deck w/hard top, Full Sun Deck and Fly Bridge enclosure –Beautiful teak interior – priced to sell fast – $ 165,000 – open to offers. Call for complete details Tony Tumas day or evening: (443) 553-5046 or (800) 276-1774, tony@greatblueyachts.com or Visit www.greatblueyachts.com

43’ Viking ’90 Convertible, 671 TI’s. Cruise, entertain or fish in this well-maintained yacht. PRICED TO SELL $224,900. Crusader YS (410) 269-0939 www.crusaderyachts.com

44’ Krogen Pilothouse Widebody ’06 Very well equipped & in excellent cond. Complete electronics, RIB with 25 hp Yamaha, KVH, hydraulic stabilizers, washer/dryer & much more. Ready-to-go in every respect. Located Annapolis. KadeyKrogen Yachts (800) 247-1230. 45’ Californian Aft Cabin ’90 $199,900 This well-maintained, highly updated Californian is now on the market. Featuring the upgraded 3208TA Caterpillars, Satellite TV, a RIB tender, updated electronics and interior, she is ready to go cruising now. Do not miss this boat! Call Ned Dozier, The Yacht Group (800) 827-8089. 45’ Cherubini ’01 Trawler Unique custom interior. Beautiful blue awlgrip hull. AC, genset, Espar furnace, cruising comfort, electronics galore! $440,000 Crusader YS (410) 269-0939 www.crusaderyachts.com

46’ Grand Banks Europa ‘02 $629,000. Twin 3208 Cats with only 350 hrs. Beautiful boat, teak just done. At our docks. Call Paul Lippincott, The Yacht Group, (800) 827-8089. 46’ Markley ‘05 Built to fish and charter ready, Full electronics, John Deere diesel, Fishing gear goes with sale, $239K, 410-4764414, www.compositeyacht.biz 46’ Bertram Sport Fish / Convertible ’86 Beautiful custom interior, custom fly bridge, many upgrades Twin 8V92TI’s, Air, Gen, Radar, an exceptional boat – just reduced to $ 155,000. Call for complete details - Tony Tumas day or evening: (443) 5535046 or (800) 276-1774, tony@ greatblueyachts.com or Visit www.greatblueyachts.com

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46’ Custom Bay Built ‘04 Solid fiberglass hull built to Coast Guard specs with the best equipment. Twin 370 HP Cummins, Aqua Drive, Dripless shaft seals, 6 KW Northern Lights, 30,000 BTU AC/Heat, Furuno NavNet Radar & GPS, Simrad Autopilot, Windlass, and much more. A great family boat, or ICW cruiser, with high end yacht quality finish inside and out! Offered at $495,000 by Luke Brown Yachts - Contact Marc Thomas (410) 991-0939 or Marc@LukeBrown.com

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2003 Selene 53. The only twin engine, three stateroom layout available. In excellent condition and ready to cruise. New Awlgrip paint!

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46' Carman '01 TWIN John Deere 375HP, USCG Cert. 36 Passenger + 2 Crew, Fully Equipped Inside & Out, No Expense Spared, Incredibly Priced @ $279,900 (410) 476-4414 www.compositeyacht.biz

46' Grand Banks '89 Classic listed @ $249,000. Cat 375's, 8 kW Gen., Watermaker, AC, Galley & Dinette down, custom salon. Listed by Frank Gary of Walczak Yacht cell: 410-703 4017 or frank@walczakyacht.com www.walczakyacht.com 46’ Pacemaker Flush Deck MY ’76 Twin Detroit 8V71’s, Generator, 4 Air/Heat units, New Fly Bridge Enclosure, solid decks! Ready to cruise $119,900 – a must see boat. Call Tony Tumas to arrange a viewing: day or evening (443) 553-5046. www. greatblueyachts.com; email: tony@greatblueyachts.com 46’ Ricky Roe ’03 Yanmar 500hp, Genset, Beautifully finished, comfortable boat & well equipped, $295K. Composite Yacht (410) 476-4414.

46' Grand Banks Europa '01 "Geronimo" has been maintained to the highest standards since new. Optional 435 HP 3208TA CAT diesels provide a fast cruise speed as well as a very economical displacement cruise speed. Naiad stabilizers, extensive electronics, watermaker, Aqua Drive, 24 volt Side-Power bow thruster, Novurania RIB with 25 HP Yamaha, and much more. This fresh water Europa is turn key! Trades considered. Asking $659,000 Offered by Luke Brown Yachts - Contact Marc Thomas (410) 991-0939 or Marc@LukeBrown.com 46’ Sea Ray Express ’89 Must sell, Make offer! Extra clean, ever popular Sea Ray express. This boat is mint cond. w/extremely low hrs (300), on the durable 3208 Cats. She is in the water and located in Seaford Delaware. One hour from our office. The Yacht Group (800) 8278089. 47’ Marine Trader Tradewinds ‘90 Fast Trawler with bow-thruster and stabilizers. Two en-suite staterooms, great cond., very well equipped, includes dinghy & OB. $169,000 Call Jonathan Hutchings (804) 776-7575 or jonathan@ annapolisyachtsales.com

48’ Chris Craft Catalina ’87 $169,900, Heavily updated in past three years. Kept under cover. 3208 Cats. Beautiful boat. Call Ned Dozier, The Yacht Group, (800) 827-8089 . 47’ Grand Banks Eastbay Flybridge ’06 Arroway is hull #21, Purchased in 2008 and in “Brand new condition”, 185 hrs on the fully-warrantied Cat C-12 705hp dsls w/extended transferable warranties. A ‘Yacht Commander’ remote system operates both bow and stern thrusters and engine function, unbelievable control!. $850,000/ New price 1.4M Photos @ www.yachtview.com (410) 923-1400 or (443) 223-7864 John Kaiser/cell anytime 47’ Riviera M470 Excalibur, ’02, ’05, 496 Mercs, both lift kept, both in amazing condition. 50 MPH speed in utmost luxury. The perfect move into cruising for the fast boat enthusiast. Call Ned Dozier, The Yacht Group. (800) 827-8089

47’ Grand Banks EU ‘07 Traditional and timeless Grand Banks styling. Fast, efficient, shallow draft (3’10”) with a smooth ride on the modified V-hull design. Exceptionally well equipped with very low hours. Contact John Dennison (410) 280-0006 john@seleneannapolis.com

48’ Krogen North Sea ’07 Popular widebody model that is in near perfect cond & exceptionally equipped including hydraulic stabilizers, water maker, dinghy crane, excellent electronics & custom décor. This was the Trawler Fest Peoples Choice award winner in ’08. There is absolutely nothing to do or add. Just GO! KadeyKrogen Yachts (800) 247-1230. 50’ Bestway ’87 Volvo diesels, shed kept, stabilizers, and an EZ2CY enclosure. Great layout to cruise or live on. $244,000 Call (443) 650-0316 or www.knot10.com 50’ Carver 504 ’99 Only 214 hrs on Cummins dsls, best priced one on the market. Easy to see at our docks. Call Jim Lascaris at The Yacht Group, (800) 827-8089.

53’ Selene ‘05 Three stateroom, 2 head layout. Built with the optional bulbous bow to improve efficiency and ride. Extremely well equipped and outfitted for long range cruising. Single Cummins and get home engine. Contact Selene Annapolis (410) 280-0006 info@seleneannapolis.com

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47’ Selene ‘01 Two stateroom, 2 head layout featuring a mid-ships master, great Selene styling. Complete electronics, stabilizers, bow thruster, watermaker. Contact Selene Annapolis (410) 280-0006 info@seleneannapolis.com

54’ Vicem Down East FBMY ’06 Absolutely perfect in every way; 2 staterooms; 2 heads; price reduction to $995,000. Bring offers. Rick Casali 410-279-5309 or rickc@noyceyachts.com proptalk.com

55’ Fleming Pilothouse ‘00 Professionally maintained and is equipped to cruise in style. Please call to arrange for a personal inspection. Price Reduced to $799,000 Call Charles Gomez (410) 267-8181 or charles@ annapolisyachtsales.com

56' Alden Grand Saloon Express '97 "Twilight" was built for Royalty! With Alden's renowned C. Raymond Hunt deep-V high performance hull fitted, with the upgraded and preferred 660 HP CAT 3196E diesels, and five bladed props, produce a fast 20 knot plus cruise speed in most any sea conditions. Two staterooms with two heads, exquisite teak woodwork with elegant raised panels hand-built by Alden craftsmen! Asking $699,000 Offered by Luke Brown Yachts - Contact Marc Thomas (410) 991-0939 or Marc@LukeBrown.com

56’ Jefferson Rivanna ’00 $789,000 To describe this boat as in excellent condition is an understatement, she is better than new! She has had an easy Chesapeake Bay life. New Atlantic Towers hardtop with enclosure, bridge is air conditioned. The anchor has never been down. The Yacht Group (800) 827-8089.

58' Alden ‘03 Circe one off cockpit motor yacht. 3 staterooms, 3406E Cats, Hunt deep V hull. Stunning boat inside and out. Asking 40% of original build cost. Boat is a work of art. $695,000 410-980-5364 www.walczakyacht.com

58’ Krogen ’03 Midship master layout w/VIP stateroom & additional day head. This boat has received constant attention & upgrades including new RIB & OB, electronics, décor & much more. Not only is this a go anywhere trawler, but it has all the comfort & conveniences of home. Located Annapolis. Kadey-Krogen Yachts (800) 247-1230.

62' Offshore pilothouse ‘05 Vanishing Act Very popular design outfitted with the best of everything. 3406E Cat main engines, 2 generators, stabilized and hydraulic bow thruster. New listing asking 30% under replacement. Smaller boat trades considered. $1,350,000. www.walczakyacht.com 410-353-4712

65' Marlow Explorer '01 "Never Better" has been exceptionally maintained by a full time Captain since new. Private access from the salon to master stateroom with adjoining office and split head arrangement. Two staterooms forward plus crew quarters aft. Reliable 800 HP 3406 CAT diesels, Naiad stabilizers, 12 Kw & 20 Kw Northern Lights generators, Satellite phone and TV, watermaker and much more. Asking $1,390,000 Trades considered. Offered by Luke Brown Yachts - Contact Marc Thomas (410) 991-0939 or Marc@LukeBrown.com

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70’ Hatteras CPMY ‘91 Features an enlarged fully air conditioned aft deck, 4 staterooms including 2 VIP guest cabins. Updated interior. Low hours on recently overhauled engines. All offers considered. Contact John Dennison (410) 280-0006 john@seleneannapolis.com

80’ Trumpy Cruiser ’60 Trianon One of the finest Trumpy Yachts ever built, with new teak decks & beautiful varnished woodwork everywhere! Aft of the pilothouse is the main salon w/ private access to the 2 queen bed staterooms below, both w/ensuite heads. Spacious aft deck high/low teak table, fully equipped wet bar & access to the swim platform. Forward of the pilothouse is another salon which converts to a 3rd guest stateroom, w/ensuite head. Offered by Luke Brown Yachts – Contact Marc Thomas (410) 9910939 or Marc@LukeBrown.com

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Chesapeake Classic Bill Burton, 1926-2009

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n a conversation with Candy Tompson of the Baltimore Sun, Bill Burton said, “If you have something to do tomorrow, you probably won’t die today.” And so it went in spite of dire predictions from doctors until the early hours of August 10 when the 82-year-old dean of Maryland outdoor journalism succumbed to the complications of cancer, diabetes, age, and a big heart. Burton covered the beat for more than 60 years. Thirty seven of those years he served as outdoor editor for

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the Evening Sun followed by 16 years as a feature essayist for the Bay Weekly and a dozen years as the Capital newspaper’s outdoor columnist. In his time, he wet lines with Ernest Hemingway, Dwight Eisenhower, George H. W. Bush, Brooks Robinson, Barbara Mikulski, and many lesscelebrated characters such as us. Indeed, through his strong and persistent voice he cajoled and insisted that we take time to enjoy the Chesapeake Bay and do our part to preserve and pass on a love of the great outdoors.

His was a convincing argument that affected the lives of thousands. Poorly hidden beneath his curmudgeonly veneer was a sense of wonder, mischief, and wry humor that kept us smiling as we tested our guile and luck based on his solid recommendations. At a PropTalk-sponsored tribute party at the Boatyard Bar & Grill in June, officials from the Maryland Department of Natural Resources brought the news that the state was dedicating the Choptank River Fishing Pier to him. It was a column Burton penned that helped save the old bridge so it could be used by the fishing public after a new Route 50 span opened. You will soon read the sign for the exit to the Bill Burton Fishing Pier as you approach Cambridge, and you’ll be reminded of a fine gentleman who plugged away (pun intended) until the very end. Maryland DNR Secretary John Griffin summed it up this way—”He chronicled our conservation successes and our failures with professionalism and integrity. His unique insights inspired us to reflect upon our own beliefs. And he fostered an appreciation of our beloved Chesapeake Bay that to this day stretches far beyond its challenged waters. His loss is a loss not only for the outdoors community, but for all those who seek solace in our natural world.” He will finally rest in Arlington among other World War II veterans in recognition of his service as a Navy Seabee in the Pacific. He is survived by Lois, his wife of 42 years, five daughters, a son, 11 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and thousands of readers who have been safe in knowing that they had something to do the next day, such as reading his column and going fishing. Joe Evans and C.D. Dollar

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