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The Boating Magazine for Coastal New England Volume 16 Number 5 August 2013 F E AT U R E S

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Cruising PenBay on the Western Way

And what an ochestral score it proved to be: a treasure hunt for summer’s coastal treasurers.

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It was cruising as usual on the steel cutter Western Way, with brisk sailing, brilliant night skies, a grounding, and tutorials on rocks, wind-turbine design and bioluminescence displays

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Of leaky boats and anxious wives Some things you can’t explain to wives.

D E PA R T M E N T S Letters..........................................9 Why are women afraid of the outdoors?

Two toy/book shops neat to visit; Monster sturgeon in the Saco.

Fishing reports............................77 Maine: Tuna, stripers, blues and more; L.I. Sound: Northeast Slam: striper, blue, weak, fluke; Rhode Island: Tuna, shark, mahi, marlin.

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Final passages ............................99 Jeanne St. Andre Merkel.

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Ted Hood: 1927 - 2013 rederick Emmart Hood died on June 28 at the In the former area, we noted such attributes as age of 86. No, that’s not entirely accurate: This shoulder-level handholds where needed in the saloon should read, Ted Hood began the next challenge, and a seagoing galley in which a meal could be comthe next adventure, June 28 at the age of 86. “Ted” was fortably prepared on either tack. In the latter, we were what he’d been known as by people of all walks of life wowed by the toerail, the height of which varied acduring his long, creative and productive life. And he cording to the security challenges of different sections was never one to back down of the deck. We were imwhen approaching an unpressed with the cockpit known. After all, the Natable that was tapered fortional Sailing Hall of Fame’s ward to ease access to the notice of his passing began companionway, and the with “Fair winds and Godhalf-dozen dorade vents speed,” suggesting yet anscattered strategically other odyssey in his future. across the deck. Every detail For all his accomplishwas so seamanlike, so Ted ments and world renown as Hood. sailboat racer, sailmaker, Ted – friendly yet taciturn yacht designer and builder, in a Yankee kind of way durhe really was a lower-case ing the sail – told us that guy. Or at least he appeared when designing and fitting to be to this 28-year resident out these boats, “the asof Rhode Island’s Aquidneck sumption was that they Island, who would see Ted – Photo by Michael Levitt would be taken offshore.” often with his wife Susan – For all his accomplishments and world renown as sailAfter we’d put the 52 on on the docks or in the shops boat racer, sailmaker, yacht designer and builder, he redifferent tacks and points of in Newport, Middletown or ally was a lower-case guy. sail, we bore off and ran Portsmouth, where the downwind toward Newport, Hoods lived. which gave my CW mate and me a chance to ask both I only sailed with him once, briefly, on a 1990s Ted and Mike critical questions. Ted took the helm on “Cruising World” magazine trial of his then state-of- the beat back to Little Harbor, and the two boating edthe-art Little Harbor 52 Robin. This latest entry in a itors luxuriated in reverse-camber cockpit settees that long line of Robins appeared to be the culmination of held them in their embrace. I leaned over to my pal his cruising boat designs. “The fine hand of Hood and and repeated my age-old employee mantra, “They can his design team was evident everywhere you looked take our jobs away, but they can never take this day and on everything you touched,” I wrote in that review, away.” “seagoing ergonomics taken to a higher threshold.”

Robin surged north toward Prudence Island on the Mike Silverman, then Hood’s marketing chief, ex- port tack, and just before the rotating radiobeacon on plained this apparent continual refinement: “Every Halfway Rock, off the southern tip of Prudence Island, Little Harbor is an original design, and the Robins we swung over on the other tack, heading straight for over the years have been test platforms for Ted’s ideas Melville. Just before we tacked again to round Dyer as well as those of his prospective customers.”

Island, we bumped on the shoals south of Dyer and We tested this Robin in Narragansett Bay’s East stopped. I can’t recall whether Ted backed down or Passage, on a cold, blustery fall day. We beat into a heeled the boat over to reduce its draft, but whatever steady 24-knot north wind, living the boat-mag edi- action Ted took, we were quickly off and on our way tor’s life, rollicking along at 8 ½ knots with an icon on again. As we continued up the side of Prudence, my a cutting-edge vessel, and getting paid to be out of the partner and I looked wide-eyed at one another, speechoffice. Ted shared the helm with my CW colleague and less. Ted was nearly as economical with his words, sayme until one or the other of us would want to monitor ing softly: “We’ll take her back to the shop and put a the quality of life below while heeling, or chimp along new keel on her.” the decks in the chop and spray to rate their efficiency So seamanlike. So Ted Hood. and practicality.

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Letters Rafting has never appealed to me Judy Silva’s account of three rafted boats caught in a tangle of lines, dragging anchors in a pitch-black Nova Scotia night (“Cat’s Cradle Chaos,” July) was more fun to read than experience. The sailors got through the night with admirable competence, straightened out their strings, presumably repaired some damage, and went on to finish their circumnavigation of New England.

The question is: How does Judy Silva feel about rafting now? The practice never appealed to me. Social pros and cons aside, why do it? Because there are no dinghies in the group? Because the harbor has insufficient room to swing on one anchor? Because someone doesn’t have an anchor? Because no one boat will hold the whole crowd for a get-together?

I’d be interested in how other readers feel about rafting?

Mark Baldwin Surry, Maine

Ronna’s essay struck a chord Photo courtesy Bill Macomber

Austin Macomber’s prize, a 32-inch linesides.

His kids made the fishing report You guys are awesome, I am actually quite impressed with your magazine, and I absolutely love the theme, of course.

That was a great day with Lucy and her two younger brothers (Maine fishing report, July). We fished all morning without a bite, then (I have concluded because of the tide change), the bite was on and we caught three, one for each kid. The last one was the best because the bite had all but ended, our only remaining alewife was barely hanging on, we had just handed off the dead bait to some desperate fisherman, and on our last possible drift over the hot spot we picked up a juicy 32-inch for 10-year-old Austin, who we thought might get left out of the action that day.

Interestingly, the size of the fish corresponded with the age of the kids – youngest to oldest, smallest to biggest. It was poetic. I was in Daddy Heaven. And then the next day Marco (LaMothe) called me asking for a recent photo for his Points East fishing column.

What can I say? Life is good.

Bill Macomber Saco, Maine www.pointseast.com

I am writing in reference to Ronna Benjamin’s article (“It’s Not about the Nails”) in your July issue. I work on boats for a living and find it interesting that so few women really like to sail. Pretty much all of my customers are men and most of them have wives or girlfriends who are either not interested in being on the water, or just tolerate it. Why are women so afraid of the outdoors?

My husband, who grew up with sailboats, is definitely more at ease on boats than I am, but if I had never accepted the challenges he gave me (“What? We are sailing all night? Just the two of us?”), I would have never seen the sun rise over the ocean or the 70foot finback whale off Boothbay.

I was definitely afraid that evening when we left Portsmouth harbor at 5 p.m. with plans to clear Monhegan at dawn, but seeing that ocean sunrise made my determination to ignore my fears, trust him, and try something new and worthwhile.

Anita Rosencrantz South Berwick, Maine Ronna responds: I’m full on with the challenge!

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the article was published. I will try to write something during the trip that will tell how it went.

Roper’s tribute to dad is poignant Dave Roper’s Perspective (“Still Smiling after All Those Years,” July) was one of the most moving stories I’ve read. What a poignant tribute to his father!

Capt. Bob Brown Hampton, N.H.

Monster sturgeon in Saco River When we were kids, the Saco River was brown with pollution. All the harmful effluents from the towns and paper mills and factories upstream flowed down to the ocean.

In those days, no one caught stripers let alone shad or alewives. However, ever since the Clean Water Act of 1972, the river has been flowing cleaner and clearer as towns built sewage treatment plants, and the mills and factories closed down. We’ve seen the change over the years as the marsh grass on the shore near the marina has turned from brown to green.

We knew the river was mending itself when the stripers returned some years ago. And now, in early June, we had further proof of the health of the Saco River, when marine researchers from The University of New England trapped 41 sturgeon in one day. One of these fish was a 130-pound, seven-foot-long monster.

The scientists were amazed to discover so many of these endangered fish in the river.

And there’s more. The river shad or river herring are back, and they’re food for the marauding stripers. We even see seals just off the fuel dock, so you know those rascals are chasing lunch up the river. All this is good news for the estuary and for businesses like ours, where so many of our customers enjoy sport fishing.

Two guys left late in the afternoon to check on their lobster traps but never made it. They were waylaid by a school of stripers that filled Meeting House Cove.

They caught and released 28 fish in half an hour. For those of us who have lived beside the Saco most of our lives, this resurgence is very encouraging. Now if we could just do something about the rain, wind and fog, life at Marston’s Marina would be just peachy.

Randy Randall Marston’s Marina Saco, Maine

Advice from Dodge via Bernie What a wonderful assortment of responses to the last Mystery Harbor. Of course I never would’ve guessed it myself. Every time I’ve been through the Shoals it’s either been nighttime or fog-time.

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Painting a Boat,” June) and felt his pain at the besmirching of his “Brilliant” paint job by some yahoo. A bit of advice from the late Dodge Morgan: On your first trip to your boat in the spring, don’t bring any tools of any kind. Your purpose there is just to commune, to reacquaint yourself with your boat. Taking rum to the boat is always a good idea.

Bernie Wideman Melrose, Mass.

Tide times by moon shapes is fun I want to let Bob Kulin know how much I enjoyed his article (“Predicting Tides from Moon Shapes”) in the June issue. I am excited with this new information.

The part about high tides following the moon around the earth is so much fun to know about. A few years ago, I discovered that the full moon rises at sunset; half-moon at midnight; new at sunrise; half at noon.

That was exciting – and now this. Yes! But I do wonder why Boston?

Anyway, thank you to Bob! Nancy Hathaway Surry, Maine Bob Kulin replies: Nancy, thank you so much for your enthusiastic remarks. You make me feel that my work was very worthwhile. You also asked, “Why use Boston?” Well, I chose it because it works and it is one of the main ports referenced in the “Eldridge Tide and Pilot Book,” which is a bible for sailors.

My system applies to many other harbors on the East Coast, where the shoreline is relatively straight and there is an unencumbered pathway from the east, without large islands or shoals influencing the current of water. Boston Light and other harbors, like Marblehead, satisfy this requirement. Places like Buzzards Bay or Vineyard Sound do not and, therefore, an adjustment must be made. The degrees of adjustment (see “Time of High Water” pages 12 through 20 in “Eldridge”) are the same for each tide and, therefore, the system can still be used. For example, high tide for Nantucket is always one hour and five minutes after Boston.

I suspect that there are many other east-facing coasts on the earth where my system would apply, but I have not yet researched them.

Three toy/book shops neat to visit I read your July issue and enjoyed it very much – especially the article on toy stores and book store (“Kids Stuff” by Susan Cornell). I knew the owner of the Toy Boat, on Nantucket, and have been in Nantucket Bookworks, and do business with Toys Ahoy in Essex, Conn.

These are all great places to visit, browse and buy.

Thomas P. Benincast, Jr. Madison, Conn. editor@pointseast.com

MYSTERY HARBOR/And th e winner is...

Recognize the sovereignty of the moorings here and short of a prominent rock on the western shore.

I’ve never seen the appellation “Minister’s Cove” on an official chart, but local people have told me that is the name of the place. I won-

CAMDEN I am quite certain that the July 2013 Mystery Harbor is Cabot Cove, at the southwestern end of Pulpit Harbor on the island of North Haven. In that members of the Cabot family have for years been the primary residents of the cove, it has become known therefore as Cabot Cove.

It is a true Hurricane Hole and, over and above that, a comfortable anchorage for an overnight stay in any weather. Be advised the moorings are all privately owned, and it would be appropriate to recognize their sovereignty. Prudent anchorage, along with respect for the serenity of the cove, will rarely if ever result in a cruising yacht being made to feel unwelcome.

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Perspectives Good-bye Columbus ’m no Christopher Columbus, even with five GPS devices on board: phone, ipad, ship’s 12-volt chart plotter, handheld “backup,” and now “Albert,” my new Einstein brain-level VHF / GPS / DSC / Strobe / MHS / floatable / submersible that seems to do just about everything, including call my wife if I fall overboard. Here at Points East we are pure and, therefore, don’t write product reviews, but this thing...well, email me if you want the brand name.

Anyway, there’s no excuse for getting lost anymore. This I proved with my three day solo sail to Maine on Elsa this July. Nowadays, all of us can be Chris Columbus, or even Prince Henry the Navigator. Right? While my GPS guided me to within 12 feet of accuracy on the sea, and while my autopilot steered flawlessly through the fog, I did what any seasoned captain should do – maintained constant vigilance.

Then, after seven or eight hours of nothingness, I got bored. I don’t even have a radar screen for my viewing pleasure. Constant vigilance can get really boring when nothing continues to happen for a long time. Well, there was that ocean tug with a 500-foot barge in tow calling traffic somewhere around me in the dense fog by East Cod Ledge in Casco Bay. That got my attention. Nothing Albert couldn’t handle, though...email me for details.

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The “Admiral of the Ocean Sea,” as he liked to call himself, Columbus has more than 1,500 books about him and his “discovery.” In fact, there are more books devoted to his memory than to Alexander the Great, Leonardo da Vinci, or Adolph Hitler.

Yet, from my reading, it appears that Chris was not what generations of American schoolchildren were taught to believe. Kind of a stubborn seagoing dooffus or, as the author of this book puts it, “The man so often celebrated as a bridge to the modern era was closer to a mystic knight-errant, tilting at a globe of his own imagining.” If you don’t believe this, here are some excerpts from Columbus’ writings: “The end of Spain and the beginning of India are not far distant.”

“The sea can be crossed in a few days with a fair wind.”

In his own manuscript, called The Book of Prophecies, he cast himself as God’s agent “...the lord having opened my mind that it would be possible to sail from here to the Indies.” He concluded: “All the sciences were of no use to me.”

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3,000 miles west. He was short by 8,000 miles. Oh, and there was this huge thing called a “continent” in the way; that was a bit of a roadblock.

Convinced the globe was small, though, he began the process of making it so. He and his crew (which included four men condemned to death but were offered pardons if they went along), had their ups and downs.

“I am having serious trouble with the crew,” Columbus wrote. “They have said it is insanity and suicidal on their part to risk their lives following the madness of a foreigner.”

But his stubborness prevailed. And the rest is history.

Or is it?

Now we have Columbus Day in America. We have his name as two state capitals, 40 other U.S. cities and

towns and counties, Columbia University, and even the District of Columbia – a feminized version of “Columbus.” His landing date is one of our national holidays in the United States. Yet, in his maiden and three subsequent voyages, not once did our hero see or touch anything that later became U.S. soil.

OK, but what about the great Prince Henry the Navigator, then?

History tells us Henry rarely strayed far from shore.

And when he did he got seasick.

Yet, from my reading, it appears that Chris was not what generations of American schoolchildren were taught to believe.

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Full and by, Penelope, my engineless 22-foot catboat, had clawed her way across across East Penobscot Bay on a single tack.

Between a rock and a dark place ull and by, Penelope, my engineless 22-foot catboat, had clawed her way across Jericho Bay, along Merchant Row, and on across East Penobscot Bay on a single tack. It was breezing up to well over 15 knots and the silvery breaking waves were bathed in a copper-toned late-afternoon haze. We found refuge from the strong onshore breeze in Carver Cove, at the eastern end of the Fox Island Thorofare, and anchored for the night.

Next day found us making our way counterclockwise around North Haven Island to Pulpit Harbor, where we had plans to pick up a cargo of oysters from lobsterman and oyster farmer extraordinaire Adam Campbell. The sailing was good for the most part, and we had a fine day of it, bashing our way around the northeast corner of the island, on past Burnt and Oak islands, and by Bluff Head in sparkling, sun-dappled water. Adam and I closed a deal on 100 of his finest that afternoon, and

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he threw in a pair of lobsters just to make things all the sweeter. Penelope and I anchored in Minister’s Cove (just around the corner from Pulpit Harbor) that night, and settled in for an evening of lobster and Chardonnay.

Good blues music came from Blue Hill on WERU, “the best radio station in the world.”

Morning next day began with a breakfast of leftover lobster and blueberry donuts. Then, feeling sorry for everybody else in the harbor, all of whom surely ate less well, we sailed off the anchor, bound for home.

A promising breeze failed us off Bluff Head, where breezes so frequently do, and we lay drifting in circles for several hours. The sweltering heat – and the flies that always come off the land to greet you during calms – were beginning to get onerous when, finally, the water to the west began to darken, showing that wind was on its way.

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Crotch Island and Stonington on Deer Isle. Then we had to decide if we’d trust the breeze. We still had three or more hours of light, but light wouldn’t do us any good if the wind stopped. Prudence would dictate heading for McGlathery Island or some other anchorage close by, but after the day we’d had so far, we just wanted to push on for home.

The breeze was actually picking up at this point so, unwisely perhaps, we decided to keep going.

The wind was now great – full sail or a little more – and from just the right direction for a broad reach.

The current was turning against us, but at this rate it didn’t matter.

We could give up a couple of knots and still make nearly five over the ground.

As we passed the Halibut Rocks – no turning back now – the breeze began to falter. With an incoming tide, I realized I must steer for a point way to the west of the harbor entrance at Hockamock Head and hope that we could weather the extensive line of rocks and ledges that make out from shore.

This bit of planning went for nothing because the wind died altogether when we came abreast of the High Sheriff, outermost of those obstacles. Now we were drifting backward, north toward Blue Hill Bay. There was nothing for it: Out came the oars. Hockamock Head with its lighthouse and the harbor en-

trance were visible a little over two miles to the east. To get there, we had to skirt the aforementioned rocks and ledges, leaving them to port and down-current.

Progress was painfully slow. I seemed to be making a half, or more like a quarter, of a knot crabwise, a little across and somewhat against the current. There was some residual chop, which slowed the boat and rocked it, causing the boom to bang into my head if I didn’t duck repeatedly as I stood at the oars. My friends the flies and mosquitoes were back, and I was defenseless against them, my hands tied up with the oars.

We gauged our progress by our relationship with nearby lobster buoys, and learned that, at our present rate, we are going to be out here a long time. Tedium, frustration and discomfort reigned for what seemed like forever, then disappeared altogether when I happened to look northward and saw massive black thunderheads building there. We may have been tired, insect-bitten, and sore, but we were no longer bored.

Our new emotion was not exactly fear, but could justly have been called healthy apprehension.

The light was failing fast, partly due to the time of day, and partly because of the boiling jet-black clouds that

The day had gone pitchblack, and the thunder and lightning come from overhead, flooding our surroundings in garish staccato flashes of blue-white light and bursts of crashing sonic mayhem. I was fleetingly reminded of the strobe-lit discotheques we sometimes frequented back in the ’60s and ’70s, but even their high-decibel pandemonium would seem hushed and sedate compared to this.

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Good catboat practice would be to douse the sail before it, but I can’t do this here with rocks and ledges in every direction. Wind is coming, and I must maintain control of the boat when it does. Nothing to do but press on with lightning slashing down to port, and thunder, a sound like distant warfare, getting closer.

I feel the stirring of a breeze and quickly stow the oars. We began sailing, the squall hit, Penelope staggered, and then we were literally flying. I’d gone over seven knots in this boat a couple of times, and was sure we were doing so now. Fortunately, we were running before it, with the harbor dead in our sights.

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There is no telling if the worst was over or if the fun was just beginning. Discretion is the better part of valor, so I hove to and anchored immediately. I had no thought of trying to find my mooring at the head of the harbor.

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What I found was a derelict fisherman’s punt awash in the marsh grass near the shore. I bailed it out using an empty milk jug, then rounded up two mismatched oars and tied the painter to the quarter cleat on the big boat. I told Grant, “I don’t know about this. That punt doesn’t look too seaworthy.”

Grant shook his head and said, “Oh, don’t worry. I’ve used them before. We’ll be OK.” By now, it was very dark, and we had a little difficulty picking up the mooring. We traced some figure eights in and out among all the moored boats as we searched for our buoy. Eventually, we found it, made fast, and then buttoned the canvas cover over the cockpit. I tugged the skiff up close to the swim platform and Grant said, “You sit in the stern. I’ll row.”

By now it was pitch-black, and we were only vaguely aware of the cottages on the shore. I stepped down into the leaky boat and landed in two inches of water. I held onto the swim platform as Grant followed and sat on the middle seat. Even before he could put the oars into the oarlocks, the rotten, old boat settled away under us.

With hardly a burp, the boat just slipped beneath the surface and left us treading water wondering what had just happened.

Nonplussed by this maritime catastrophe, Grant calmly said, “The shore’s that way,” and we struck out, sidestroking. for the dim lights in the parking lot. That’s editor@pointseast.com

when I thought of our shore and dragged ourlong-suffering wives, and selves up onto the path. somehow I had a feeling Our wives were waiting this little nighttime anxiously, tapping their swim we were taking feet. “Where have you would not be thought of two been?” they defavorably. Fortunately manded. “The kids are for the two swimmers it asleep in the car. We’ve was a warm July been waiting for almost evening, and the ocean an hour.” was tepid. Swimming in Then they saw the washorts, sneakers and Tter draining from our shirts, on the other soggy clothes. “You look hand, was pretty awklike drowned rats,” they ward, but we had no said. “What happened?” choice. “You know this “The boat sank,” was water isn’t too bad,” all we could think to say.

Photo by Randy Randall “We want to go home; Grant said optimistiI found a derelict fisherman’s punt awash in the marsh grass. cally between strokes. you drive.”

It seemed like we Perhaps now you can swam forever, and the shore didn’t appear to be getting understand why I find other peoples’ fond memories any closer, but then how could we tell? Everything was so alluring. I suppose if there’s a moral to this little black this moonless night. After a few more labored tale, it’s probably this: Beware of leaky boats and disstrokes Grant said, “Randy, put your feet down. It’s low gruntled wives. You can be surprised by both. tide.”

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News Maine-built whaleboat sails to Connecticut Day 13, June 28, the whaleboat built for the whaleship Charles W. Morgan arrived at Mystic Seaport, after having sailed and rowed to their destination.

The crew was greeted by the shouts and applause of supporters and WoodenBoat Show attendees. The whaleboat departed Rockland June 16 It was a moving, emotional moment when the Apprenticeshop whaleboat passed astern of the Morgan, her new home for the foreseeable future. The crew was heralded by cannon fire and the welcoming embraces of family, friends, and the Ashop staff. Much of the afternoon was spent sharing anecdotes Photo by John Snyder/Marine Media and celebrating the trip, and the crew Five Apprenticeshop students built this 30-foot whaleboat, and here she is, was reported to be very tired and happy. joining the whaleship Charles W. Morgan.

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Three climate factors that strongly control Atlantic hurricane activity are expected to come together to produce an active or extremely active 2013 hurricane season. These are: A continuation of the atmospheric climate pattern, which includes a strong west African monsoon, that is responsible for the ongoing era of high activity for Atlantic hurricanes that began in 1995; warmer-than-average water temperatures in the tropical Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea; and El Niño is not expected to develop and suppress hurricane formation.

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Summer swansong

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Searching for coastal treasures. Inset: Tegoak, our Sea Ray EC215, lies at anchor on the south side of Russ Island.

And what an orchestral score it proved to be: a treasure hunt for late-summers coastal treasures.

By Tim Plouff For Points East abor Day morning dawns with a forbidding overcast that produces some light sprinkles as we head south for a planned day at sea. The weatherman predicts a

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Covers are removed, gear is stowed, the inflatable is attached, the bimini top goes up, and the boat is wet in 10 minutes.

nice day, and I want so much to rely on his prognostication because, deep down, this could be our last significant excursion of the season. By day’s end, it will prove to be one of our best trips of the summer.

After meeting our traveling companions, Diane and Nat Smith, in Blue Hill, Maine, we head south to Sedgwick and the working boat ramp on the west side of the Benjamin River. Half of the ride down Route 172 is akin to an off-road course with the truck and trailer bouncing all over the tortured tarmac. Thankfully, traffic is minimal on this quiet morning, so we proceed slowly and use both sides of the yellow line to avoid the worst bumps.

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out of the Benjamin River as the waves of the rising tide start to lap over the prominent sandbar that protects the moored fleet. The skies are also getting much brighter, and you can sense the growing comfort with the day ahead.

Our initial plans are to land on two more islands in the Deer Isle Thorofare, but collectively we decide to visit some parts of Deer Isle that we have only seen from shore, or in years past while paddling. The seas are still quite calm for so close to midday, further supporting our exploration efforts.

Heading east out of Eggemoggin Reach, we turn south inside Conary Island to get a closer look at the seals basking on the numerous ledges and outcroppings that populate the whole region. We idle though the lobstering gear filling Greenlaw Cove and maneuver between several large rocks and tiny islands that are very inviting for a quick reconnoiter, but must surely belong to someone less inclined to share our uninvited visit.

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brightening skies also afford us a panoramic view of Mount Desert Island, Swans Island, and Marshall Island, all framed by the granite ledges of Potato and Crow islands. You can feel the stresses of everyday life floating out of the crew.

Hugging the shore of Stinson Neck, we take the narrow channel through the Lazygut Islands and venture into Southeast Harbor, on Deer Isle. The Garmin chartplotter is earning its keep today as the ledges of Deer Isle and Stonington’s cold waters are held at bay.

We get close enough to view the numerous wildlife, but not so close that we risk dinging our propeller on the unforgiving granite just under the water’s surface.

After cruising into the inner harbor of Whitmore Neck as far as we dare, we head back into the entrance of the Deer Isle Thorofare and toward Russ Island. We are starting to see more human life and boat traffic is increasing, especially the kayakers who find favor with the region.

Russ Island is owned by the Chewonki Foundation, and works with the Maine Island Trail Association and Maine Coast Heritage Trust to ensure public access. Formerly a significant quarrying operation right across the harbor from Stonington, supplying some of the granite for the Brooklyn Bridge, Russ is a popular stopping-off point for local boaters as well as numerous nautical visitors. Gradually sloping granite ledges and several small beaches encourage access by inflat-

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Follow the small footpath up the hill on Russ Island, and you will be rewarded with views toward Isle au Haut and the Camden Hills.

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We hike along the Quarry Trail, on Russ Island, once a significant quarrying operation right across the harbor from Stonington.

able boat or paddling craft. We enjoyed a robust lunch on the southwest end of the island before heading ashore in search of treasures.

Just a hundred yards west from our landing beach, there remain large indicators of the island’s former working status, with several wrought-iron crane cleats still evident in the chiseled granite. Following the rudimentary trails, there is further evidence of the old quarry, but you must be vigilant as most of the island has been overtaken by vegetation. A plaque on the west shore denotes some of the island’s history.

Wade through the low brush, follow the small footpath up the hill, and you will be rewarded with fabulous views toward Isle au Haut and west toward Camden Hills. From this clearing, it is easy to imagine setting up camp for a wonderful night of stargazing.

Careful walking will also reveal geodetic survey markers here and elsewhere on the island.

From the peak, you can continue to walk east to the well-established campsite used by kayaking groups and Chewonki members. A short climb down to the shore puts you on a walk along the smooth granite ledges and sandy beaches right back to our landing zone. Our party is already spread thin, with many eyes working the “gift shop” for sea glass and other free souvenirs.

As we reassemble on the beach, we watch the working fleet steadily returning to the docks in Stonington,

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Hugging the shore of Stinson Neck, we take the narrow channel through the Lazygut Islands and venture into Southeast Harbor.

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the sea are your immediate life line if things go wrong, and their hearty waves are returned with appreciation and admiration.

Despite the relaxed state of the crew, I encourage pressing on to island number two on our list, Wreck Island. We take a southerly bearing and slip past Green Island and come up along the high ledges of St. Helena Island, where, at the very southern end, there is a narrow passage between the sand bar extending east from George Head Island. My crew doesn’t see this small parcel of open water displayed on the chart, just the openness of the waters riding over the impediments below the surface. Yes, those seagulls are standing, Dear, and, no, we are not going to join them, One of the schooners has taken anchor at the north side of Wreck in an area that obviously favors relief from the growing breeze. We move in quite a bit closer to avoid fouling their space, and to incur a significantly shorter paddle ashore.

We are soon rewarded with beautiful sand beaches and charming natural granite seawalls on the east side of the island owned by the Island Heritage Trust.

The lowered-head sea-glass search has resumed as we amble our way towards the southern end of Wreck Island and greater views of the other magnificent islands evident in Merchant Row. At one point I suggest that we should just walk around the whole perimeter of the island, as we must

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A schooner has anchored at the north side of Wreck, in an area that obviously favors relief from the growing breeze.

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Sure enough, our neat shore path becomes more challenging, and we must wade through some gnarly underbrush and climb over steep ledges on the island’s western edge. Each point must surely be the next piece of land that will reveal our anchored vessel, but this destination continues to be elusive. We soldier on, the dialogue growing quieter as we have covered some serious ground between the two islands, capturing some very nice bounty, which is, apparently, becoming heavier and heavier. Wreck suddenly feels much larger than 60 acres.

Finally, we reach a long cove that we first wanted to anchor in, and the reason why we did not is now revealed with the receding tide: It is littered with sterndrive destroying boulders and rocks that would have made our anchoring difficult at best. We know our boat is just around the small point ahead, bouncing happily over a sandy bottom.

As we head north towards Eggemoggin Reach, the sky is glowing with a dimming sun, and the sea is once again calming. The crew is weary from a superb day

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of exploring, yet everyone’s face wears a comfortable, contented smile as we bask in the breeze and watch our perfect wake flow around the small ledges and islands.

We cruise into the Benjamin River, alone among a sea of resting craft to pull out at what now appears to be a completely exposed ramp. I push the trailer into the mud at the bottom of the ramp as far as I dare, and Kathy powers the SeaRay onto the trailer. She is a skillful pilot and has never missed a proper loading, earning admiration from any shore crowds. The Tundra doesn’t balk and hefts the weighted trailer out of

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the mud and onto the concrete ramp sections with little strain, completing another memorable day capturing the treasures of the coast of Maine.

Tim has been trailer-boating with Tegoak, our 2000 SeaRay 215 Express Cruiser, inboard V-8 power, since 2005, after spending the previous two decades paddling Maine's coast. He also writes the “On The Road Review” automotive column each week in “The Ellsworth American,” while his primary day job is as wholesale oil and Shell gasoline sales manager for Dead River Company.

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Western Way It was cruising as usual on the steel cutter Western Way, with brisk sailing, brilliant night skies, a grounding, and tutorials on rocks, wind-turbine design and bioluminescence displays.

By Dan Ladd For Points East ast summer, Walter Guinon and I planned to sail for three days on the Western Way, Walter’s 33-foot steel cutter designed by Merritt Walters and built by Walter and Doug Hylan. At about 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 16, I met Walter at his house in Ducktrap, in Lincolnville, Maine.

Wendy, his wife, had vegetables from her garden for us, and their four dogs had an energetic greeting for me. We headed down to Rockport Harbor to pick

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The 33-foot, double-chined Western Way, designed by Merritt Walters and built by Walter Guinon and Doug Hylan, has a four and a half-foot draft, a 10-foot, two-inch beam, and displaces 17,500 pounds.

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The wind was light as we left the harbor but freshened out of the west as we sailed away from the shore.

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berry Island. The wind shift didn’t happen, and we headed toward Merchant Row, leaving Isle au Haut to starboard, on a northeast course.

Because the wind was going to blow strong out of the south that night, we decided on a sheltered northeast harbor on McGlathery Island. The next day, we planned to sail through Eggemoggin Reach, taking advantage of the southerly wind. The weather forecast called for strong south winds on Wednesday and strong thunderstorms on Thursday with west winds.

The west wind would have us beating into the wind all day on Thursday and trying hard to miss the afternoon thunderstorms so we changed plans.

That night, bioluminescence was in the water all around the boat. I took a long pole and stirred the water, creating a light show like no other. The stars overhead were so bright and numerous it was hard to pick out the familiar constellations. While staring into the night sky, trying to find the bright guidepost stars, I saw two meteors. Later, when I used the head in the dark, luminescent sparks filled the bowl before returning to the sea.

The next morning, we walked around McGlathery Island, and Walter had a swim in the cove. The cove had a nice sand beach, and the rest of the island’s shore was mostly smooth granite. The granite had some pink in it, which was caused by the mineral hornblende in crystal form. It took almost two hours

to circumnavigate the island on foot.

We had lunch onboard, hauled the anchor, and headed for Vinalhaven. We had chosen Winter Harbor, which is a well-protected harbor with high sides deeply penetrating into the Vinalhaven, a perfect place with the prospect of strong south or west winds. Walter said that in the old schooner days the boats were often wintered in this harbor, hence the name.

Before we entered the harbor, the winds were blowing around 25 knots out of the southwest. Walter suggested we make our phone calls because the reception would be poor in the harbor. Upon entering, a large cliff face was to starboard, on which was scratched in the lichen “Yale 46”. Walter marveled that this still remained after 65 years. (When we returned to Walter’s house, Wendy said that she first saw the Yale marking as a 4-year-old.)

When we entered the harbor, a sailboat was anchored in the best spot, ahead of which was a field of lobster pots, so we decided to go deeper into the harbor.

This was tricky because of some underwater sandbars that jutted out into the channel on both sides, but not across from each other. We made the first pass to the left and found only nine feet of water. The boat draws two and a half feet below the depthfinder (six feet total), and the tide was halfway in, so we needed more water for an anchorage.

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bor, the charts often have very little detail and small print. We were busy keeping an eye on the rock that was showing and the port bar; thus, to our surprise, we went over the north bar. Well, not all the way over – just halfway over. “Who the hell put that here?” Walter said.

The tide was coming in, and we were on a mud bar (sand would be too kind a word for this bar), so we were not overly worried. However, the wind was blowing pretty good, and we didn’t want the wind to blow us on shore as the tide came in.

Walter took the dinghy and rowed around the boat to check the depth with a boathook, and to make sure we didn’t go onto some place shallower.

Fortunately, we had already found the highest spot on the bar. Walter rowed out with the anchor in the tender and dumped it overboard. I took a strain on Photo by Dan Ladd the anchor rope with the windlass, and we We headed down the bay, leaving Vinalhaven and its three wind turbines to waited for the tide to do the rest. After a port, wind vane engaged while Walter tweaked the strings. few minutes, the Western Way was moving, and as we came near the other boat, Sea away from the sandbar on the south, but the wind was Room, the owner shouted, “Did you find some shallow still blowing strong, even in the harbor, and we ended water?” up too close to the bar on the north. This far into a har“Yes”, we told him “Now we we’ll check this side of

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the harbor for some more.”

We found good water, set the anchor, and all seemed well. We stayed northeast of the lobster field, and on the west side of Sea Room. That put us a little closer than I would have liked to a mooring ball used for a skiff that may have been tended from the shore. After we got everything shipshape, we asked the singlehanded sailor on Sea Room to join us for a spaghetti supper. His name was Chip and he was from Boulder, Colo.; his boat was kept in Rockland.

Shortly after Chip came on board, a couple rowed up in a skiff from an adjacent harbor and hailed the Western Way. It was Grant and his wife, sailing with their two kids before their oldest started Colby College the next week. Grant, a sailmaker, had done work on some of Walter’s sails.

He had Grant modify the spinnaker for the Western Way so Walter could use it without a pole when he sailed singlehanded.

After Grant and his wife left, I looked around and found the mooring ball next to us – not where it should have been, but 30 feet off the stern. We’d been dragging

our anchor. We then hauled the anchor, moved up to the lobster-pot area closer to Sea Room. This time, we set the anchor with more scope, backing down on it with the motor, ensuring it wouldn’t drag again. And it didn’t drag, even with the wind howling in the rigging all night long.

Walter then made an excellent spaghetti supper, while I made the salad. By the time the socializing was over, it was around 10 p.m. When Chip put his oars in the water, you could see the bioluminescence, which Walter says is a sign of late summer. Chip said he swam in a bioluminescent bay in Puerto Rico famous for its nighttime show. Walter wondered aloud what a shark would look like swimming in the water toward you through the bioluminescence.

Bioluminescence is not the same as phosphorescence. Phosphorescence is something absorbing light and illuminating, although it is often used to describe the light of the single-cell marine plankton. I recalled when I was in high school, maybe 1969 or 1970, and

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going down to Wales Beach in Lincolnville and seeing, for the first time, the waves luminesce in the night surf.

The next morning, the wind blew out of the southwest, and we hauled the anchor before breakfast, deciding to have that meal while under way. The forecast of strong thunderstorm for the early afternoon was fresh in our minds. We left under power with the Yale hooligan’s graffiti to port upon our exit. We rounded Calderwood Neck on Vinalhaven and entered Fox Island Thorofare, which separates North Haven from Vinalhaven.

Once well into the Thorofare, the winds let up and we had some breakfast, pulled out the charts, and planned our course. We noted that one wind turbine still was not working and speculated about the nature of the problem. Or was it down for maintenance? It appeared that one of the blades had been removed, but as we sailed farther to the west, we could that the blade had only been obscured by the support tower.

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generated and the louder the hum. The problem is easy to solve by slowing down the blades at night, but then a turbine would make less power.

When we left the Thorofare, the seas became rough, with waves breaking onto the decks. I went below and put on my oilskins (well, they are really L.L. Bean rain gear, but we like to call them oilskins). Walter soon went below and geared up. By now we were sailing with only the jib, no power, and no main as the wind was from the southwest and blowing at a good clip, with four- or five-foot seas.

I wondered what kind of crossing back to the mainland we’d have with this rough a sea so near the islands. But as the boat reached deeper water, the sea calmed, and we shed our heavy-weather gear. It was a slightly different view of Rockport Harbor from this direction than I was used to, and I had a hard time finding Rockport lighthouse. It looked like it was in the woods, and I couldn’t make out the lighthouse, only the building. Once we came a little more southerly, it became the familiar brick lighthouse on a rocky jetty.

Upon entering the harbor, the wind was to our backs and once again blowing a gale. Walter told me to bring the boat into the wind so he could drop the jib, and it was a bit of a wrestling match with the slatting sail and flailing sheets. After the Western Way was on the mooring, Walter said that the most dangerous part of

our trip would be boarding the tender to row back to shore.

That south wind was rolling good-sized waves into Rockport Harbor. Walter, being a capable and experienced sailor, explained to me how the boarding would be done. He would rig the tender with the painter line over a cleat, and while he held the line, I was to board and sit in the stern. He would hand me the line that went over the cleat, which I would keep taunt so the bow would stay close to the ship. The line, not having been tied, could be flicked off the cleat when we were ready to shove off.

Once this was accomplished, Walter passed my gear down to me, saying dryly, “Here is your companion.”

Walter left his own gear aboard to lighten the load in our tender. He cautioned me to keep the bow line taut so I wouldn’t have a “solo journey” through the harbor.

Once we were under way, all was well, and the wind and seas helped us along to the dock. Standing on the dock Walter mused that the Western Way held few surprises for him anymore, but that this was an enjoyable cruise.

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Eleanora to the sea, Part I

Opposite: Eleanora is a Marlin-class sloop built by Cape Cod Shipbuilding and molded from a wooden Herreshoffdesigned Fish-class boat. Right: The author and his wife, Eleanor, contented in the cockpit.

My wife Betsy was four months pregnant, and with kids in our future, it seemed this might be our last chance for a while to have a great adventure in our 23-foot Cape Cod Marlin.

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By David Stanwood For Points East We had prepared our 23-foot sloop Eleanora for a month-long cruise, and in mid-September 1982, my wife Eleanor – four months pregnant with our daughter Abigail – and I left Lake Tashmoo on the island of Martha’s Vineyard, bound northward for points unknown.

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Her hull was much stronger than most fiberglass boats of today. She’s a sturdy craft that feels like more than a 23-footer when you sail her. We had removed her engine, so she was a simple sailboat, and we fit her with new Perko running lights. It was the last year they made kerosene lights. With no stern light just days before our departure I lucked out and found one at our local secondhand store, complete with a working mantle. This was an omen.

In the late afternoon, we left the town dock at Lake Tashmoo, with friends bidding us farewell, and

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headed out across Vineyard Sound for Tarpaulin Cove, a secluded cove on Naushon Island and a favorite anchorage.

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We figured on hanging around until we maybe found someone who could tow us through the canal. Sailing through the Cape Cod Canal is forbidden as the current is strong; the railroad bridge can go down at any time, and the

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When we hit the canal, the tide was at a full flood, and I found all the forces of nature wanting to take us down and into the canal. I said to Eleanor, “I know we shouldn’t do this, but slack the sheets. We’re going for it.”

ELEANORA, continued from Page 48 wind becomes fluky deep in the canal.

After a day or so, there were no prospects for a tow, so we decided to sail over to Monument Beach, on the Cape across the canal entrance. We hoisted the mainsail and genoa jib as the wind was light deep within Onset harbor. As we approached the canal entrance the southwest wind from Buzzards Bay began to howl, and we were “rails-under,” steaming along like a freight train.

When we hit the canal, the tide was at a full flood, and I found all the forces of nature wanting to take us down and into the canal. I said to Eleanor, “I know we shouldn’t do this, but slack the sheets. We’re going for it.” I bore off the wind, and we were catapulted into the canal with the real estate streaking by on either side. The feeling of speed was exhilarating.

I knew it would be tricky getting by the canal patrol station without being spotted, and then the worst hap-

pened: a small boat was fishing across the way, and this attracted the attention of a patrol boat. The patrol boat crossed the canal to have some words with the offenders; fishing is not allowed in the canal. I could see that when he was finished with his fishy business, he would head back to his dock and this would just about put him on an intersecting course with us. I knew we were busted.

Sure enough he approached and hailed with his bull horn: “Do you have an engine?”

“I have an oar down below,” I replied.

“You have an outboard down below?” he answered.

I asked Eleanor to pass up the oar, and I held it in the air over my head like Braveheart challenging the English and yelled, “Oar.” I could see the patrol captain thinking, I really don’t want to tow this guy out, and then he asked “Where are you going?”

I replied “Maine”

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To my surprise, when I raised sail we started moving; some invisible force propelled us through the glassy calm sea. Apparently there was no wind by the water, but there was wind up high, where the sails caught it and drove us forward as if by the hand of the sea spirits.

I guess he figured if I was going to Maine I must know what I’m doing, because he came back with, “OK, Just be careful – there’s a cruise ship coming,” and he turned and went back into his lair. I truly felt like we had charged the English across a field of battle and won.

We sailed on into the canal and the fierce wind tempered to a fluky, shifty draft between the steep sides of the canal. We had enough to keep steerage in the strong current, and soon we were under the Sagamore Bridge, and the wind strengthened as the sun faded away. With such a strong and fair wind, I wanted to charge into the dark and moonless night, across Cape Cod Bay, and make for Provincetown, but Eleanor would have nothing of it. So we pulled into the Harbor of Refuge, a little man-made harbor near the canal power station.

The next day was Sept. 19, Eleanor’s birthday, and a Sunday. We found a little coffee shop in Sandwich and bought both the “New York Times” and the “Sunday Globe,” then set out across Cape Cod bay in the bright fall sunlight toward Provincetown. Halfway across, the wind gave up completely, and we were adrift in a sea of glass for hours, reading the news and lolling around on board.

“Maybe when the sun goes down, the wind will come up,” Eleanor suggested. Wind always comes up sooner or later, and sure enough, as the sun lowered over the sand cliffs of the Cape, we could see in the distance zephyrs of wind on the water working slowly toward us in our glassy calm.

When the wind was still a half-mile away, I decided to put up the sails, figuring that when the wind came we would be all set. To my surprise, when I raised sail we started moving; some invisible force propelled us through the glassy calm sea. Apparently there was no editor@pointseast.com

The back-story to Eleanora

wondrous places.

Later on, we had a Cape Cod Blue Chip, a 30-foot version of the Marlin.

She was one of the first ones made by Cape Cod Shipbuilding, in 1965. Then Dad picked up another Marlin, which was engineless and stripped down for light weight. At one point we had a Cape Cod Bullseye, which is a fiberglass version of the H12.5.

If you lined up a Bullseye 15, a Marlin 23 and Blue Chip 30, you would see three identical hull forms – all designed

by Sydney Herreshoff for Cape Cod Shipbuilding. Sydney’s father Nat designed the famous H12.5 and Fishclass Herreshoffs.

We had other boats as well. For many years, we cruised in a Bristol 39 and did many overnight offshore passages from the Cape to Maine. It was thrilling to be far offshore, then making landfall in the land of granite. We spent many summers exploring the Downeast coast.

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day-out on a boat for a whole winter, chartering in the windward Islands, gave me a new slant on the knowledge and experience of sailing.

When I married Eleanor, we moved to the Vineyard in 1981, and we bought Eleanora. She was a simple boat that we trusted, knew and loved.

We could have fun and adventure together in a safe, simple, seaworthy boat that was a joy to sail. Sailing without a motor on a Marlin was nothing new, so imagining a cruise to Maine seemed only natural. With kids in our future, it seemed this might be our last chance for a while to have such an adventure.

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Since I was a kid we have spent summers sailing on Buzzards Bay in West Falmouth Harbor. I took my first and only formal sailing lessons with our friend Betsey Loveland on a wooden Herreshoff 12½ with a gaff rig.

Our first family cruising boat was a Cape Cod Marlin, same as Eleanora. In this 23foot boat, my father, Photo courtesy David Stanwood mother, two brothers Our first family cruising boat was also a Cape Cod and I, and the family Marlin. In this 23-foot boat, my father, mother, two dog set off on adven- brothers, me, and the family dog set off on adventures to faraway and tures to faraway and wondrous places.

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With the setting sun, we found ourselves sailing nicely downwind toward Provincetown. I lit our brand new kerosene running lights for the first time. They were mounted on the combing by the cockpit so I could warm my hands on top of the lantern in the night chill. We sailed down in behind the big Provincetown breakwater around midnight and anchored. We slept like babies.

The next morning Eleanor was up before me, and I slept in until the sun was high enough to splash in down below. I finally poked my head out and looked out across the harbor. To my astonishment a killer whale was swimming just 50 feet from us, with a wind surfer nearby.

“That’s a killer whale!” I yelled.

“Why didn’t you wake me?”

“I thought maybe that was normal for Provincetown Eleanor answered, to which I replied, “It’s not normal!”

It was a real circus. School classes and sightseers crowded the docks watching the whale. Everyone was excited to see her and we had front-row seats. We rowed ashore in our inflatable raft and got the story: A few days earlier two boys were catching lots of bluefish in Wellfleet harbor. Suddenly they saw this killer whale swimming around their boat. They threw some fish to her, and she took them just like a dog would a bone. The boys figured that this young whale had become separated from her family in the inner harbor of Wellfleet. At high tide, it’s open water across the harbor, but at low tide, the channel out is narrow and twisted. She couldn’t find her way out. The boys started slowly out the harbor channel, throwing fish out behind the boat and led the editor@pointseast.com

whale to freedom.

Eleanor and I had a wonderful day in Provincetown. We wanted to stay out and take in a movie, but it was getting dark, the wind was on the rise, and the clouds had a stormy look. So we made our way back to the inflatable, which was half full of air, but I had left the pump on the Eleanora. The crowds were gone, and it was almost dark.

I decided we could make it in the inflatable, although we’d be a tad low in the water. We were about half way across the harbor in our sagging inflatable when we both had the same thought: “I wonder where the killer whale is.

We climbed onboard Eleanora just as darkness fell. The wind came up and the rain started to spurt. We were cozy below in a well-protected harbor, and as we settled in, we could hear the oddest chirpy, singing sound coming through the hull. “You know, in ‘Moby Dick,’ Melville wrote that one could hear the singing of whales through the hull,” I said to El. “Maybe the whale is nearby.”

I threw back the hatch, peered out into the stormy night, and heard the whale blowing. “She’s near us!” I cried. Then the strangest thing happened – so strange that I was frozen in fright: The boat started moving forward into the wind. The anchor line, which would normally be straight down in the water, was stretched straight out over the water.

Suddenly the line went limp, and we started to fall back in the wind onto the anchor. I peered over the bow down into the ink-black water, and saw white blotches – the white markings of the whale – making graceful pirouettes under the boat.

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I peered over the bow down into the ink-black water, and saw white blotches – the white markings of the whale – making graceful pirouettes under the boat. The whale came up, turned, and swam against our anchor line so it dragged across the back of the whale. She was scratching her back on our anchor line.

As she swam against the line, it pulled the boat forward with great force, and when she got to the end, near the anchor, she would leave it and swim back for another scratching session. and the boat would fall back in the wind. She continued pulling us around and scratching her back until 4 a.m., until the first fishing boat left the harbor. Then Annebelle, as we called her, went off begging.

After Annebelle departed, our only impulse was to leave Provincetown and follow her out to sea. Out around the outermost spit of the Cape and into the ocean void we sailed, leaving behind low, sandy Race Point. As it was a “smokey sou’wester,� soon we were out of sight of land; heavy summer haze and humidity limited visibility to only a few miles.

With El at the helm, we barreled along, with the

wind just aft of our port quarter. Our course was set for the tip of Cape Ann, a distance of 43 miles, and we would be some 20 miles offshore. This was a new experience for Eleanor – being out of sight of land for a better part of the day, trusting and following the direction that the compass told us to go.

We leave the crew of the Eleanora as they head offshore into the night, bound for points north and east.

But do not despair: Part II will appear in the September issue. David and Eleanor Stanwood live in West Tisbury on Martha's Vineyard. Eleanor is a felt artist/innovator. David tunes pianos and has major patents for improvements to pianos. Their 30-foot Cape Cod Blue Chip Prelude, is just down the road at the Water Works in Lake Tashmoo.

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THERACIN Last day of BIRW sorts out victors R80, Will and Marie Crump and Thomas Klok's J/80, won the J/80 North Americans.

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On the last day of the Storm Trysail Club’s 25th Block Island Race Week, it looked like thick fog might be an issue. But the soup gradually lifted enough to allow over 1,500 sailors on 182 teams one last day of racing to determine victors in 19 classes – eight of which had major championship titles at stake (North Americans for IRC and J/80s; East Coasts for PHRF J/29s, J/44s, J/105s and J/109s; and New Englands for Swan 42s).

Winners in five classes turned in come-from-behind performances, and one of those was Steve Benjamin on the Carkeek 40 Spookie in IRC 1. All week, his team had been trailing the U.S. Naval Academy’s TP 52 Corsair, skippered by Andy Beeler (Annapolis, Md.), but in the final race, held in 18-22 knots, Spookie managed a 2nd to Corsair’s 4th, dropping Corsair to 2nd overall.

The IRC classes were, collectively, competing for their North American Championship, and it was Ed Freitag and Molly Haley’s (Annapolis, Md.) Summit 40 Downtime, sailing in IRC 2, that won that coveted title.

They had led their class from day one. R80 came back to win the J/80 North American title. The J/80s were also contesting their North Americans, and in that class, too, skipper Will Crump and his team aboard R80 launched a comeback on the last day to win.

The Swan 42 New England championship title went to Ken Colburn’s (Dover, Mass.) Apparition, which was leading going into the last day and placed 3rd. Jeff Willis (Huntington, N.Y.), sailing Challenge IV, has won his class in the last five

The Swan 42 Bandit took 3rd in the Swan 42 class. Below: Skipper Andy Fisher, left, and crew Bruce Kendell.

Bandit skipper, crew an inspiration Bruce Kendell (Tampa, Fla.) is no novice sailor. A bilateral above-the-knee amputee as a result of a plane crash in 2003, he is an accomplished Paralympic sailor and a longtime member of the US Sailing Team. His ride here, Andy Fisher’s Swan 42 Bandit, is more than twice as long as his three-man Paralympic Sonar. and the crew three times the size of what he is used to, but that didn’t faze Kendell when Fisher, who skippers Bandit, first asked him to join the team.

Fisher, a left arm above-the-elbow amputee, also is a member of the US Sailing team, and the two have become fast friends on their separate quests to win a medal at the Paralympic Games.

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NGPAGES Race Weeks, but he waited until t he last day to claim victory in the J/44 class and take home the East Coast Championship title.

Other J classes contesting their East Coast Championships were J/29, J/105 and J/109. They were won, respectively, by John and Tony Esposito’s (Mohegan Lake, N.Y.) Hustler; Damian Emery’s (Shoreham, N.Y.) Eclipse; and Rick Lyall’s (Wilton, Conn.) Storm. The J/111 class was won by Paul Strauch’s (Manhasset, N.Y.) Andiamo. Eclipse also won the Everett B. Morris Memorial Trophy for Best Overall Performance at the regatta. The team won five of its Photo courtesy Daniel Forster/Rolex seven races in a 13-boat fleet.

All PHRF classes had an East Spookie, Steve & Heidi Benjamin's Carkeek 40, won IRC 1, and finished 2nd in the Coast championship on the line. High Performance Rule (HPR) division.

The Taylor 38 Rival clinched the PHRF 4 title for its team skipChristopher Dragon VIII and Louis Nees’ (Lower pered by Dave Curtis (Marblehead, Mass.). Stealth, an Gwynedd, Pa.) X-35 Out of Reach III. Cruising SpinEvelyn 26 skippered by Jay Greenfield (Noank, Conn.) naker and Cruising Non-Spinnaker were won by took PHRF 5, while Sea Biscuit won on the last day in Charles Townsend’s (Middletown, R.I.) S&S 39 Fidelio PHRF 1. PHRF 2 was won by Bluto, an Evelyn 32 skip- and Burt Keenan’s (Hilton Head, S.C.) Cat Ketch 49 pered by Ben Hall/Bill Berges (Tiverton, R.I.), and Acadia. Winning the first-ever Double Handed class PHRF 3 was won by XLR8, an Evelyn 32 skippered by was the Farr 395 Skye, skippered by Ty Anderson Brad Porter (Westbrook, Conn.).

(Riverside, Conn.). For complete results, visit: Winners in IRC 3 and IRC 4 were, respectively, An- www.blockislandraceweek.com. drew and Linda Weiss’ (Mamaroneck, N.Y.) J/130

Jeff Siegal wins the Etchells North American Championship Three perfect days of sailing, June 20-22, gave Etchells sailors at the 2013 North American Championship – at the New York Yacht Club’s Harbour Court, in Newport, R.I. – a preview of what the 2014 World Championship might look like. The sun shone, the wind blew, and the race committee cranked out eight long races.

Jeff Siegal (Portsmouth, R.I.) won the regatta by a narrow margin, just four points separating the top three boats. Siegal’s regatta started on a down note when he was caught on the wrong side of a wind shift and finished 13th in the opening race. But he and his team – Jeff Madrigali, Willem van Waay, and Sarah Callahan – quickly found their rhythm, scoring a first www.pointseast.com

and two seconds in the next three races to move back into contention.

“We’ve sailed our boat a lot, this is our eighth year,” said Siegal, a member of the host club. “We know how to tune it really well, so we had really good speed, particularly upwind.”

Down the stretch Siegal and his team faced stiff competition from Canadian native Hank Lammens (Norwalk, Conn.), a two-time Finn class world champion, and West Coast sailor Bruce Golison (Rossmoor, Calif.). But consistent sailing kept Siegal ahead of the pack. Peter Duncan (Rye, N.Y.), who finished 2nd in the 2013 Etchells World Championship in Italy earlier ETCHELLS, continued on Page 70 Points East August 2013

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Frenchman smashes solo record on New York to England course Ambrose Light on June With a scorching display 11 to exploit a favorable of boat speed and human weather system, ahead of endurance, France’s enigthe front and where the matic rocket man, Francis sea was not too formed.

Joyon, pulverised the solo Joyon’s course lengthtransatlantic record on 15 ening the distance sailed June, sailing from New from a shortest Great York to the Lizard to set a Circle distance of 2,865 new time of five days, two miles to 3,222 miles over hours. the ground.

This There is a world of differsoutherly route gave him ence between attempting 25 to 30 knots of wind for an Atlantic record on the almost the entire disedge of a gale, with a full tance. Twice on June 13 crew, and keeping a highly Photo courtesy Trimaran-idec he had to jibe, sacrificing strung giant trimaran at This record has had only six holders – two of them Joyon, 57. miles to add keep away the brink all alone. Not evFew have the wherewithal, experience or courage to try it. from the center of the low eryone can handle it physiand in the right pressure cally or mentally, or has the level of seamanship required to dance, as it demands, gradient. Apart from those few hours, Joyon was flatout on starboard tack all the way. Joyon’s average along the edge of capsize or breakage.

Joyon crossed the finish line of the record off The speed over the course sailed was 26.2 knots, with a top Lizard, still racing at full pelt while close to shipping end of more than 40 knots. “At one point, I tried to slow and closing on land. Joyon got the go-ahead for this down to rest,” Joyon said, “but I had a guilty conrecord on June 10. He left New York and hurtled past science, so I put canvas back on.”

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The ’13 J/24 Downeast Regatta Sept. 7-8 off Falmouth, Maine The J/24 Downeast Regatta – hosted by J24 Fleet 43 and Portland Yacht Club – has averaged over 30 boats each year over the last three years. 2013’s regatta will be a US world qualifier for the 2014 J/24 Worlds in Newport, R.I., for any U.S. J/24 member (not just District 1).

The top finishing USJCA member not previously qualified will earn a qualifying berth to for the 2014 J24 World Championship in Newport. Many top skippers are already qualified, including John Mollicone, Tim Healy, Will Welles, and Mike Ingham.

Team AL, led by Carter White, Mark Klein and Molly White, have won the Downeast Regatta the last four years in a row, despite some tough competition.

However, there is good news for those who wish to

qualify during the Downeast Regatta: Not only is Team AL totally beatable – just ask either Lee Buress (winner 2007) or Charlie Enright (winner 2008) – but Team AL already qualified for the 2014 World Championship at the J/24 District 1 Championship. So game on, the field is open with no real favorite for 2013.

Local Portland Yacht Club or Fleet 43 members host as many teams as possible during the Downeast Regatta. Over the last two years, they have housed over 15 boats worth of sailors each year. To get in on this free housing, register for the regatta, then email cochair and housing coordinator Molly White at mollyfrommaine@yahoo.com. Other lodging options are in the area, so check them out at the lodging page of the website, www.j24downeastregatta.com.

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Siegal; 2. CAN 1396, Hank Lammens; 3. Midlife Crisis, USA1285, Bruce Golison; 4. Raging Rooster, USA1266, Peter Duncan; 5. USA 1248, Stuart McNay. FMI: Contact Stuart Streuli, director of communications for the New York Yacht Club, at (401) 864-0511, or streulis@nyyc.org.

in June, was 4th, while two-time Olympian Stu McNay (Providence, R.I.) finished 5th. Siegal, who has previously won the class’s national championship and the prestigious Jaguar Cup series, said it was his biggest win in Etchells class competition.

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Portsmouth’s Round Island Regatta and Pig Roast The third annual Round Island Regatta, held in the tators) cost $25 and can be purchased online or in perhistoric South End in Portsmouth, N.H., promises (per son at Chandler’s Loft in Portsmouth. Proceeds this usual) to be more fun than humans should be allowed year will be donated to the Coastal Conservation Asto have without breaking the law. Anyone with a small sociation. For details and a registration form visit trailerable sailboat or a small paddle or rowing craft www.roundislandregatta.com. is welcome to participate. Or Those who have followed you can come and just watch the evolution of this event the madness and join in the will (perhaps) be relieved to pig-roast feast afterwards. know that the regatta orgaRaces will be held Saturday, nizers have become increasAug. 10, in the back-channel ingly proficient (during the lagoon surrounding Round Isinaugural race in 2011 they land (shown as Little Island couldn’t even identify which on most charts), immediately boats finished first). The imsouth of Pierce Island in proved administration will Portsmouth. Skipper’s briefnot, however, diminish the ings for three classes of spirit of the proceedings, boats – sail, single-paddle and Photo by Charles J. Doane which is fun-filled and anardouble-paddle – will start And they're off (sort of) on the small-boat race in the chic, as various sailboats, promptly at 1:15 p.m. kayaks, canoes, and rowback-channel lagoon surrounding Round Island, south There’s a perfectly situated of Pierce Island. boats all try to race in close public launch ramp on Pierce quarters without running Island, and plenty room to park cars and trailers. The into each other. Prizes will be awarded for first place party afterwards will be held at Chandler’s Loft di- finishes (no handicaps or protests), most handsome rectly opposite. Tickets (for both participants and spec- vessel, and sportsmanship.

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Brooklin BY building a fast cold-molded sloop Brooklin Boat Yard, in Brooklin, Maine, began construction of 49foot cold-molded sailboat designed

by Jim Taylor, of Marblehead, Massachusetts, in June. The yacht is a lightweight, performance-oriented sloop with a traditional aesthetic above the waterline and a modern underbody below.

The design was developed specifically for single- or double-handed sailing in New England coastal waters as well as occasional competitive racing in a range of classes.

Commissioned by a repeat customer of Brooklin Boat Yard, the boat is scheduled to launch in spring of 2014.

The sailing vessel is 49 feet overall with a waterline length of 35.1 feet and an 11.6-foot beam. Long overhangs increase the boat’s effective sailing length and stability with heel. This traditional feature is coupled with an underwater canoe-body shape that’s rounded with low deadrise for less drag, especially in choppy water and during maneuvers.

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The Jim Taylor design was developed for single- or doublehanded sailing in New England waters, and occasional racing in a range of classes.

Her fin keel and spade rudder also reduce wetted area while lowering her vertical center of gravity for increased stability. Since the yacht will sail mostly northeastern ports, her keel’s leading edge is

swept aft to shed weeds and lobster pots. Her saildrive features a folding prop to also minimize the risk of fouling. FMI: www.brooklinboatyard.com.

Morris Yachts integrating yards; Bass Harbor site put up for sale

– with a SureShade cockpit cover the Back Cove Downeast 37 should be ideal for an afternoon cruise.

However, the cabin will accommodate a cruising couple for weeks on

Morris Yachts, in Bass Harbor, Maine, is moving forward with a previously planned integration of their multiple Service Yards that are already within very close proximity to each other. This plan was put into motion to provide increased efficiencies and customer service.

A key aspect of this effort was the decision to consolidate the Bass

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Back Cove Yachts to launch Downeast 37 Back Cove Yachts, of Rockland, Maine, was scheduled to launch their latest model, the Back Cove Downeast 37, on July 11. With its open 12-foot by 12-foot cockpit – measuring almost 150 square feet 72 Points East August 2013

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BACK COVE continued from Page 72 end, Back Cove says. The Herreshoff style interior, with white panels and cherry trim, should provide a bright and cheery living area. A queen-sized island berth, full head with separate shower stall and functional galley, are conducive to extended cruises.

The Back Cove Downeast 37 has a fuel-efficient single diesel engine drive line and a standard bow thruster. It also has a standard gen set and air conditioning systems.

The first hull is fitted with a 600horsepower Cummins QSC 8.3 engine, which is expected to provide 25 to 29 knots at wide-open throttle. A Cummins 480 should provide a cruise speed of 20 knots and top speed of 25 knots.

The Back Cove Downeast 37 Specifications: LOA (incl. swim platform, bow sprit) 42’ 6”; Hull length (molded) 38’ 2”; Beam 13’ 3”; Draft 28”; Draft (prop) 43”; Displacement (full load) 22,100lbs; Fuel 300 US Gals; Water 120 US Gals. FMI: www.backcoveyachts.com.

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MORRIS, continued from Page 72 Harbor Yacht Services business into the other properties and put the Bass Harbor (commercially and residentially zoned) property up for sale. Importantly, the consolidation of service locations has no impact whatsoever on employee count, Morris says; in fact, the company has just hired a new service writer, and plans to employ exactly the same number of service employees throughout the integration as they currently do. “Our service customers will be doing business with exactly the same crew they have become familiar with over the years,” says owner Cuyler Morris.

“The only change might be that some customers’ boats may be launched at one of our other facilities like Northeast Harbor, Southwest Harbor or Trenton.” FMI: www.morrisyachts.com. www.pointseast.com

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GMT Composites is thriving in the lightweight carbon market GMT Composites, of Bristol, R.I., has saved over 3,000 pounds aloft on the 1929 Alden schooner, Summerwind, by changing out her wooden spars to carbon.

Summerwind’s masts are 100 feet each. Her new owner, a collector of classic boats and cars, understood what carbon could do technically for the vessel, while retaining Summerwind’s classic aesthetic.

“This is one of those projects you just feel fortunate to be part of and see come together,” said GMT’s Jonathan Craig. “This was a complicated, highly technical build, but the finished product will fit the classic beauty like a glove.”

In other GMT news, the complete rigs for the two Eggemoggin 47s were shipped up to Brooklin Boat Yard, along with the Pocket Boom for Goshawk. The carbon mast, boom and EC6 rigging for the Langan high-performance 55, were shipped off to Brazil – by air! A Karver 12 continuous furler was installed on the Navtec Kevlar torsional head stay on this project. In the works are three independent carbon boarding systems or a new Delta Marine 217-foot private yacht just launched. FMI: www.gmtcomposites.com.

Summerwind’s masts (above) are each 100 feet long. Her spars all are hand-painted (below), illustrating what carbon can do technically and aesthetically for the classic.

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Bridges Point 24 molds bought by Bill Wright of John Williams Bill Wright at John Williams Boat Company on Somes Sound bought the molds for the Bridges Point 24 from Wade Dow on Eggemoggin Reach, and the BP24 is again in production. Through the launching of a new website and the Bridges Point owners association, Bill is generating new interest in this lovely craft with plans to have additions to the fleet built at John Williams.

Designed in 1984 by Joel White, of Brooklin, Maine, the Bridges Point 24 was built by Wade Dow, also of Brooklin. Wade Dow will assist in the construction of the first model. The classic look and feel Wade achieved is retained with a new emphasis on modern

methods and equipment like infusion molding and electric auxiliaries The Bridges Point 24 is known to be quick, easy to sail, safe, and spirited. The daysailer can be comfortably sailed singlehandedly, or is ideal for a family or small crew. Whether putting it through its paces at the annual BP24 regatta or taking a peaceful cruise along the coast, the BP24 is strong, elegant, and ready to respond.

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Briefly US Watercraft, of Warren, R.I., has named Gregg Weatherby as vice president of sales and marketing after an extensive career in the marine industry. Greg previously worked in sales for True North Yachts, was northeast business development manager for S2 Yacht’s Pursuit Boats and Tiara brands, and most recently worked in sales at Morris Yachts. He excels in sales process, strategic distribution, brand integrity and product development, US Watercraft said. FMI: www.uswatercraft.com

TowBoatUS Portland, in Portland, Maine, has expanded its operations to include representation in Kennebunkport (TowBoatUS Kennebunkport) and Sebago Lake (TowBoatUS Sebago Lake). Capt. Benjamin Graffius and his uncle Jonathan Graffius, opened their first TowBoatUS location in Portland last summer.

The Graffius’ three locations are part of a nationwide 24/7 non-emergency on water assistance service, TowBoatUS, that will provide tows back to a launch ramp or marina or dock, including battery jump-starting, fuel drop off and ungrounding services. FMI: www.BoatUS.com/Kennebunkport.

Hunt Yachts, in Portsmouth, R.I., builders of semi-custom deep-V boats from 25 to 68 feet, has unveiled the Hunt Carefree Purchase Program. This is a bold multi-feature purchase program for its express motoryacht line, making Hunt the first powerboat builder to offer a comprehensive, no-cost-added “yacht ownership program” for new owners of the Hunt 44, 52 and 68 Express and Flybridge Motoryachts. The Hunt Carefree Purchase Program delivers the Hunt Warranty Assurance; free comprehensive service, storage, detailing and delivery for two years; free Vessel Vanguard ship Log Service, remote vessel monitoring and boat monitoring powered by Siren Marine; and a two-year membership to BoatUS, with its accompanying free towing feature in more than 300 ports nationwide and free roadside assistance while trailering. FMI: www.huntyachts.com

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West Marine, with retail stores throughout New England, has announced the recipients of their annual Marine Conservation Grants program – and three are in Massachusetts. Grants are being awarded to organizations throughout the U.S. and Canada who are working to “improve and protect marine habitat.” The Marine Conservation Grants went to 13 entities based in Massachusetts, Florida, Washington, Louisiana, California, British Columbia, Canada and Hawaii.

The New England recipients are: Gloucester, Mass. Massachusetts Department of Marine Fisheries, will use the grant to educate the public, captains and crews of charter boats about barotrauma. Barotrauma occurs when bottom fish suffer from the sudden pressure change when they are brought to the surface. When released due to size, the fish are unable to swim and die.

Kingston, Mass. The Jones River Watershed Association was established to protect, enhance, and restore the natural resources of the watershed and its extended ecosystem. The grant will be used to outfit their new boat Blue Future, which will improve their ability to collect data on species in the bays and estuary. FMI: http://jonesriver.org.

Stellwagen Bank, Mass.: National Marine Sanctuary Classic in California, Florida, Texas, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Massachusetts, Michigan and Hawaii, produced by The Sportfishing Conservancy. The Sportfishing Conservancy is on a mission to empower anglers to celebrate their commitment to both their sport and real-world conservation. The funds will support a summer-long National Marine Sanctuary Classic, a photographic/fishing contest in all marine sanctuaries. FMI: www.sportfishingconservancy.org.

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Marine Conservation Grants are awarded through a formal application process. All applications are reviewed by the Marine Conservation Action Team. Since 1994, West Marine has donated nearly $5,000,000 to organizations that support boating and the marine environment. FMI: www.westmarine.com.

New York Yacht Club, with its summer station at Newport, R.I.’s Harbour Court, has named Stuart Streuli to be the director of communications. In this role, Stuart will lead and coordinate the NYYC’s communications and marketing activities. He will promote club events, such as the NYYC Annual Regatta presented

by Rolex, NYYC Race Week at Newport and NYYC Invitational Cup presented by Rolex, in a way that is consistent with the Club’s mission.

Stuart was an editor at “Sailing World” magazine for nearly 15 years, and was one of the driving forces behind the magazine’s multimedia efforts, working extensively across a variety of mediums, including print, photography, video and social media. He has extensive experience in top-end sailing competitions from the perspective of a participant and a journalist. He succeeds

Michael Levitt who is retiring after 17 years in that position. FMI: contact Stuart Streuli at streulis@nyyc.org or 401-608-1128.

RockHopper Group LLC, operators of the performance outdoor apparel brands Atlantis WeatherGear and Cloudveil Mountain Works, have opened two new A&C Outfitter stores at 16 Bowen’s Wharf, in Newport, R.I., and 50 Daniel Street, in Portsmouth, N.H. A&C Outfitter is the only place outdoor enthusiasts can find the entire product lines from Atlantis and Cloudveil as well as a selection of apparel, footwear and accessories from brands like Collared Greens, HIHO, Blu Kicks, Ryder, Lemon & Line, Kaenon, Dakini, Sail to Sable, Ocean Racing and Marblehead Greens. These products are hand-picked by A&C Outfitter’s staff based on authenticity and a proven ability to meet the demands of passionate outdoor enthusiasts, both on the water and in the mountains. FMI: www.atlantisweathergear.com, www.facebook.com/ACNewport, www.facebook.com/ACPortsmouth, www.facebook.com/ACMarblehead.

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By Capt. Marco Lamothe For Points East Inshore and offshore fishing has held up nicely so far this summer, despite the sweltering heat of July, which has brought rising water temperatures. From the offshore front, fishermen should target cod, haddock and pollock, with best results coming in early morning and later evening.

Grounds like Jeffreys and Platts can shut off in the late morning hours, almost like a switch during the hottest days of

August. Two brothers I know, who have fished Jeffreys and Tantas ledges for years, frequently advise that Tantas shuts down at 11:00 a.m. I tend to agree with this during the hot summer days. Stick with artificials during the dog days of summer. Dogfish can be a real nuisance for those offering squid, clams or shrimp.

Striped bass are best fished during evening, overnight and early morning tides. Stay out of the rivers and fish harbor loca-

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Chad Wedgewood of Saco, Maine, hefts two slammer pollock caught on Jeffreys on the same tandem rig.

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MAINE, continued from Page 77 tions and beyond. Large schools of juvenile herring will make their way out of the confines of the Kennebunk, Saco and Kennebec rivers in the latter part of July, and this influx of bait will trigger feeding frenzies from hungry bass as well as newly arriving bluefish.

Early reports of larger bluefish from Cape May, Cape Cod, and other southern locales promise another healthy run of these aggressive predators.

Bluefish mix in with striped bass as they attack schools of herring, sand eels and, hopefully, bunker, a bait that has been nearly absent from southern Maine waters the last three summers.

For stripers best baits include live eels or mackerel and, for bluefish, deep divers like Rapala XRaps and top-water plugs like the gaudy orange or

white/red Ranger plugs are recommended. Bring plenty of chum when pursuing late summer mackerel. Huge schools sometimes seem to develop lockjaw as water temperatures warm to near 70 degrees.

Ground chum will often trigger a bite and hold these energetic baits near your boat as you load them into your livewell.

Tuna boats are beginning to anchor up on fishing grounds as I write this August report. Everywhere from the Isle of Shoals off Kittery, to the inshore waters near Biddeford Pool, to the waters off Monhegan Island, bluefin tuna enthusiasts can expect to find action from these amazing pelagic giants.

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cent seasons have been 200-plus pounds. The idea of running and gunning with a heavy spinning rod and large poppers has faded. Penn or Shimano 130s, 200-pound mainlines, and a physically talented and experienced crew are needed to hook and land these amazing specimens.

Locals from York Harbor to Isle au Haut anchor up, fish lively mackerel and herring, and spend countless hours waiting to duplicate the scenes that seem to come so easily to the fishermen we see on television who pursue these giant bluefins. Put in the time, ask questions from those in the know, and pay attention to details. These are all keys to successful bluefin tuna fishing. Booking a charter with a local tuna captain can bring tremendous dividends for those new to this sport.

The Maine Charter Captain’s Association can hook you up with local captains with the knowledge

needed to get you on your way. Check out their site to find listings for inshore and offshore guides and party boats throughout the region. FMI: www.mainechartercaptains.org.

Capt. Marc “Marco” Lamothe has lived in coastal Maine throughout his 51 years. Fishing has been a steady passion for Marco and his family. During the summer months Marco can be found cruising the waters of Saco Bay in his 21-foot deep-vee Alcar near the resort town of Old Orchard Beach, Maine, trolling and casting for striped bass and bluefish, jigging the offshore waters for cod and haddock, or taking an occasional shot at late-summer sharks or bluefins. The winter months find Marco teaching 5th grade in Berwick, Maine. His charter business, Keeper Charters, can be found on the web at keepercharters.com. To share a story or book a charter, contact Marco at 207-286-5565

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Fish western L.I Sound for a Northeast Slam

By Richard DeMarte the midday sun either.

For Points East Striped bass and bluefish: As the baitfish make Have you ever heard of a Northeast Grand Slam? If their way out of the harbors, bays, rivers and coves not, you’re not alone. It’s a very rare and special accom- (where many spend the night) in those early morning hours, and as they make their way plishment that eludes most Northeast back in during the early evening fishermen their whole lives, but it didhours, setting yourself up with live or n’t elude Mark Pezzano. chunk baits at the entrances to those In his home waters off Byram Conn., waters will dramatically increase your Mark landed a weakfish, a fluke, a odds for a hook-up. Hungry stripers striped Bass and a bluefish in a single and bluefish feed on the bunker, morning – a Northeast Grand Slam. spearing and other small bait fish With waters warming up considerably passing by on their way in and out. this month, harbors, bays and coves Hotspots this month include the entend to heat up faster than deeper watrances to Byram, Greenwich, Cos ter, so work your fishing schedule to Cob, Stamford, Bridgeport and Normaximize the time you’re out there walk harbors, all in Connecticut. early mornings, early evenings, and Three other methods not to be overinto the dark. Avoid the hot midday Photo by Richard DeMarte looked for both stripers and bluefish sun when the fish tend to have lockFinding the jaw. It’s also important to search for Mark Pezzano, of Greenwich, Conn., this month are 1. displays his Northeast Grand Slam: a occasional (and sometimes acresand capture your bait in the early weakfish, fluke, striper and blue. wide) pods of bunker that pop up at morning and evening hours since you typically won’t see them as much in SLAM, continued on Page 88

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SLAM, continued from Page 82 the surface of deeper water, and fishing the fringes of those large pods as well as chunking and livelining right in the middle of the pods; 2. wearing a pair of Polarized sunglasses and keeping a sharp eye out as you scan the surface of open, deeper water for birds diving on smaller baitfish (bay anchovies, spearing, peanut or juvenile bunker, or squid), where bluefish often crash the bait in a blitz or feeding frenzy; 3. trolling umbrella rigs, Secret Spoons, bunker spoons, and Rapala X-Rap deep-divers to get down to the deeper cooler water, where stripers and bluefish spend the mid-day hours prowling for a meal.

Finding a blitz is an especially exciting event since fishing in the midst of one offers anglers the chance to experiment by varying the types of lures you toss into the action. Lures of choice include surface poppers and shallow diving lures such as Rapala Scatter Raps, Skitter Pops and X-Raps. As the bluefish slam these lures, you can count on some fantastic surface explosions, sizzling hook-ups, and screaming runs.

Fluke: The fluke bite has peaked as the flatties (which have to be 19 inches or longer in Connecticut waters to keep for the table) are responding best to fiveinch rubber Storm Shad paddle-tail lures as well as white and chartreuse bucktails tipped with bunker strips or spearing and bounced along the sandy bottom.

Best bites are in the hour or two before and after the

top and bottom of the tides, as the water is moving well and the drift is running one to two knots. Hotspots include at The Cows and Buoy 32 off Stamford as well as other sandy areas in 10 to 40 feet of water along the entire Connecticut shoreline.

Porgies (or scup to you anglers just to the north: They are coming on strong again this year, and sandworms and small cubes of bunker meat are producing catches of porgies up to three pounds (yes, I said three pounds!). Rocky outcroppings like Hens and Chicks, near Captain’s Harbor in Greenwich, Conn., as well as deeper areas like Buoy 32A off Stamford will produce, and chumming will get the bite going strong.

Find wrecks and rock piles in water from 20 to 60 feet and chum heavily to get the porgies in full feeding mode. Porgy fishing is also an excellent family fishing adventure since the action tends to be nonstop, so even the youngest family members will have their share of excitement.

Richard finished his freshman year at Binghamton University this past spring, where he’s majoring in biology with a minor in environmental studies (no surprises there). His fishing, boating, birding, photography, environmental activities, and outdoor writing continue “full steam ahead,” so you can count on seeing more of his articles in upcoming issues of Points East. Contact him at Richard@nyctfishing.com, www.nyctfishing.com.

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Tuna, sharks, mahi, marlin, scup to take center stage Elisa Jackman For Points East It felt like summer didn’t happen till July; however, the fish have been biting all year. Starting with the inshore fishing, the fluke fishing has been great in the regular hotspots along the south shore.

The Center Wall of the Harbor of Refuge, Nebraska Shoals, Carpenters, and Green Hill are all great locations. Anglers fishing in 50 to 60 feet seem to be doing best. Chartreuse, pink and white rigs are what anglers seem to be using; if one color is not working be sure to change the color. Rich Golembeski of Woonsocket landed a 9.1-pounder, and Karen Carmel, aboard the Sea Donkey, weighed in an 11.4-pounder. Big doormats are out there.

Scup and seabass fishing outside the Center Wall out to the Hooter Buoy provides constant action and great opportunities for children to get into the fun.

Squid, sandworms or clams and small beak hooks will do the trick.

Striper fishing has been challenging; however, big

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fish are caught daily. Live eels on the Southwest Ledge are most productive combo. Roger Kroha of Wakefield, R.I., landed a 52.8-pound striper caught on live eels on the Southwest Ledge. The North Rip has produced stripers on the troll and diamond jigging. Bluefish have been at both the North Rip and Southwest Ledge.

The blues are also frequenting the back ponds such as Point Judith and Ninigret Ponds.

Offshore fishing began in early July. Junior angler Henry Zewinski, of Wakefield, R.I., landed a 148pound mako shark from the Fairway Buoy. Fairway Buoy, Mud Hole, Gully, and Sharks Ledge are all great grounds to hunt for makos, blue sharks and threshers. Andrew, Miller fishing aboard the Dusky out of Charlestown, landed a 260-pound Mako to clinch the Snug Harbor Shark Tournament in the beginning of July.

Bluefin tuna hopefully will present themselves in areas of the Acid Barge, Fairway Buoy and Mud Hole.

Early season trolling – with Hex Heads, Cedar Jigs and Green Machines – works best. If fish school, and enough bait is present, then a chuck bite will occur, fingers crossed.

Weather is the key to offshore canyon fishing. Vessels will try Fish Tales, Atlantis, Veatch and Oceanographer canyons, depending on temperature breaks.

We’re hoping the Gulf Stream will make its way to closer waters to produce some great yellowfin, mahi and marlin fishing. Only time will tell. Be sure to check with your local tackle shops for up to date fishing reports.

Jackman, a Point Judith Pond native, has managed the tackle shop at Wakefield, R.I.’s Snug Harbor Marina (www.snugharbormarina.com) for over 18 years and has spent her life fishing the waters of Block Island Sound.

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2nd Annual Waterfront Wednesdays Waterfront Wednesday concert series at the Castine Town Dock kicks off July 10th and runs through August 21st (all concerts 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.). This year’s lineup features an eclectic mix of groups from jazz to big band, folk to steel drums. July 10: Danny and the Bluetones (Jazz/Blues), July 17: Juke Rockets (Blues), July 24: Retro Rockerz (60s Rock & Roll), July 31: Atlantic Clarion Steel Drum Band, Aug. 7: Mike & Susie Fay (Celtic/Folk) and Shades of Blue (Jazz), Aug. 14: Queen City Big Band, Aug. 21: Jump City Jazz (Eclectic Mix).Contact Sue Walsh, ced@castine.me.us 207-326-4502.

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Maine’s only in-water boat and home show will feature artists, architects, boatbuilders, craftspeople, designers, furniture makers, marinegear vendors, and musicians. There’ll be live music, a Just For Kids activities area, fine Maine food, and the Annual World Championship Boatyard Dog Trials. Admission: $12 adults, under 12 free. Gates open at 10 a.m. daily. www.maineboats.com

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Powerboaters will participate in two days of a Photo Pursuit and a Poker Run. Contact Marnie Read, event organizer. www.penobscotbayrendezvous.com 207-2669381” Ida Lewis Distance Race Ida Lewis Yacht Club, Newport, R.I. The ninth edition features four coastal racecourses between 104nm and 177nm and is the perfectly designed overnighter for IRC, PHRF, One Design and Double-Handed boats of 28 feet or longer. Its round-trip course starts and finishes off the historic Ida Lewis Yacht Club and includes turning marks at Castle Hill, Brenton Reef, Block Island, Montauk Point, Martha’s Vineyard and Buzzards Tower. http://ildistancerace.org JY15 CT State Champi-

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Leigh takes the measure of a wild pocket beach on the north shore of Steele Harbor Island in far Downeast, Maine.

Beach rites here are few more epic moments for coasters than to “discover” a secluded beach and leave a trail of bare footprints in the sand. Though such strands are relatively rare birds Downeast – and some of them not much larger than the proverbial Dutchman’s britches – they’re all possessed of a drama that make them worth seeking out.

Among the most beautiful and least visited of Maine’s wild beaches is the hundred-yard-long sweep of sand at the north end of Louds Island in Muscongus Sound. In settled weather, visitors anchor in depths of 15 to 25 feet west of the beach, but if it’s blowing up southwest and the tide serves, they nip across the Hog Island Bar and drop the hook under the east shore.

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Landing upon the inviting strands at Birch or Andrews islands at Dix Harbor, off the Muscle Ridge Channel, feels like turning the clock back to an earlier era. A day’s sail up the shore, McGlathery Island in Merchant Row, south of Stonington, spreads a pair of lovely beaches before visitors – one on the north shore and another on the western flank – both of which offer attractive adjacent anchorages. Another choice shellwhite strand can be found at nearby Round Island, and a few hundred yards to the east, Wreck Island is possessed of a seldom-visited beach eminently worth editor@pointseast.com

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Sand Cove, on Marshall Island in Toothacher Bay, lives up to its name, with a smooth crescent of beach, where one is apt to be the only visitor. We’ve found that landing sternfirst in the usual small surf that curls along shore works well for our hard dinghy. A weather eye needs to be kept out while anchored here for winds other than those southwest through northwest.

Far Downeast, tucked under the lee of Steele Harbor Island, close by the Cows Yard, low tide reveals a postage stamp of a strand that is possessed of a breathtaking wildness that will linger in your thoughts long after you’ve pulled anchor. Clams harvested from the pink sand are extraordinarily sweet.

Little needs to be said about the mile long alabaster crescent at Roque Island, or the great spread of red beach close north of Seal Cove on Canada’s Grand Manan Island.

All of the above are but a few of the options available to seekers of the sands.

Beaches speak to the most provocative and primitive places of our beings. There’s a heady sense of unfettered animal wildness to them.

They are among the few places we will lay upon the earth and commune with nature.

While adults find it hard to resist the impulse to be footloose and free, children cannot contain the sheer joy of beaches. They take off on a run the moment their feet hit the sand, exulting in an extraordinary sense of freedom and nurturing geography, against which other expressions of exultation and free rein are mere words.

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Jeanne St. Andre Merkel 83, Columbia, Maine & Great Guana Cay, Bahamas

Jeanne Merkel, the author of the book “Nine Boats and Nine Kids,” about her adventures with her family sailing Long Island, New York’s Peconic Bays, died June 13 at her home in Columbia Falls, Maine. She married her highschool sweetheart, Joseph Edwin Merkel, in 1948, and they traveled for a year across the country, then returned to settle on the north shore of Long Island. Together they lived their dream of having a large family, bringing their children on many memorable boating adventures around Long Island, Connecticut and the Hudson River north to Lake Champlain.

During their many family trips in search of the perfect boat, Jeanne and Joe fell in love with the rugged coast of Maine, and worked with several Maine boatbuilders, including Bobby Rich, Joel

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White and Frank Day Jr., to design custom versions of the classic “Downeast cruiser.” They moved to Mount Desert Island in 1979, where they founded and ran the Quietside Campground in Bernard on Mount Desert Island in Maine.

Jeanne began a series of articles chronicling their boating life for :”Offshore” and “Wooden Boat” magazines, which culminated in the publication of “Nine Boats & Nine Kids” in 1984. Ten years later, they began wintering on Great Guana Cay. Joe died in 2006, and Jeanne began spending more time enjoying her lively community in the Bahamas, where she met her dear friend, Tom Vasilaros, of Ormond Beach, Fla. They shared five happy years together.

She was an avid gardener, reader, boats-woman and dancer, affectionately known as the “Dancing Queen” of Great Guana Cay. Jeanne will be remembered as a strong, resilient woman of know-how.

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An honest analysis of Mike Plant by his sister Coyote Lost at Sea

By Julia Plant International Marine/McGraw Hill Education, 2013, 239 pp., $25.

By Sandy Marsters For Points East “Coyote Lost at Sea” is, thankfully, not a book about sailboat racing. In many ways, it’s not a book about sailing at all. Mike Plant could have decided to climb mountains. He could have decided to race motorcycles. He could have taken up deepsea diving.

Sure, it had to be dangerous and difficult – he was too restless and independent for a life selling insurance, too undisciplined and too laden with baggage to become an astronaut – but though he joined the elite ranks of singlehanded, round-the-world racers, the sailing wasn’t the point. The danger and the risk were the point, and they always had been.

Of course, he was very, very good at sailing, winning

races as a teenager on the lakes in Minnesota, where he grew up. Very good at sailing, and very brave, and very cocky.

Once, his little sister, Julia, asked him why he continued sailing on the very edge of safety when he was so far ahead in a race that none of the other kids could possibly catch him. “With a big wind, he had Lucky Strike on edge almost all the way to the finish,” writes Julia Plant, the author and sister. “Afterwards, I asked him why with such a big lead he took a chance of tipping over. He just looked at me and said, ‘I don’t tip over.’”

That wasn’t the first time Mike Plant had pushed the boundaries when others surely would have dialed down the risk, and it definitely wasn’t the last. In whatever he did, on or off a boat, Plant pushed himself to the edge of danger and beyond.

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Though written by a younger sister who worshipped Plant for most of their childhoods together, this book is also not a eulogy. Julia Plant pulls no punches when describing her brother’s reckless, manipulative, dangerous, selfish, and often illegal behavior. His view of his own behavior could be exasperating.

After getting himself in serious trouble with the law, rather than take responsibility for what he’d done he finds others to blame. “I always felt that the hardship, the sweat and the blood that country took from me, that somehow it would pay me back for all that.”

His conversations with his sister could be equally frustrating, and though she eventually has to put distance between them, she never abandons her brother.

Julia Plant’s earnestness is touching as she searches for what drove her brother to become the very successful singlehanded circumnavigator he was.

At some points, the book seems to be more about Julia Plant than her brother as she explores in great detail and with wonderful honesty her own feelings about growing up with this larger-than-life character.

Her introspection helps us to understand her brother far better than an emotionally detached biographer could.

Julia Plant is a careful, exacting detective as she tries to understand her brother’s death at sea as he delivered the hastily commissioned Coyote to the start

of the 1992 Vendee Globe race. As has been well reported in the boating press, after a long search, Coyote was found floating upside down, the bulb of her keel missing, Mike Plant presumed dead.

She is not out to blame anyone. After studying Coast Guard reports and interviewing boatbuilding experts, it becomes clear that, though things could and should have been done differently by many, it was her brother’s decisions that most likely led to his death.

It is to the author’s credit that she does not romanticize her brother in either his life or his death. She simply wants to know: Who was he, what happened, and why. “I wanted to try to explain who he really was beyond the sailor and competitor he had become – how he was greater than the sum of his parts.”

The book does not tumble headlong toward the accident as the defining moment of Mike Plant’s story. It couldn’t, really, because we already knew the outcome.

But that also makes it a better, more compelling read.

It is not a thriller, not a mystery, but the valiant and brave attempt of a woman who had deeply loved her brother to understand him after his death.

Sandy Marsters is co-founder, along with Bernie Wideman, of Points East, and since the former relinquished the reins of the magazine seven years ago, he has done far more boating than the entire staff to which he left his magazine. Perhaps there was a method to his madness.

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0.74 0.74 0.69 0.62 0.55 0.48 0.43 0.4 0.39 2.98 3.03 3.07 3.11 3.16 3.24 3.34 0.21 0.06 -0.08 -0.18 -0.21 -0.17 -0.05 0.11 3.23 3.09 2.95 2.83 2.78 2.79 0.79

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2.92 2.95 2.98 3.01 3.02 3.02 2.99 2.94

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3.46 3.54 3.56 3.52 3.42 3.26 3.07

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August Tides Portland, Maine 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

01:44 AM 02:41 AM 03:32 AM 04:18 AM 04:59 AM 05:36 AM 06:10 AM 12:27 AM 01:03 AM 01:40 AM 02:20 AM 03:03 AM 03:51 AM 04:44 AM 05:44 AM 12:37 AM 01:43 AM 02:47 AM 03:47 AM 04:43 AM 05:35 AM 12:08 AM 12:59 AM 01:49 AM 02:39 AM 03:30 AM 04:23 AM 05:19 AM 12:05 AM 01:05 AM 02:02 AM

1.0 0.98 0.86 0.69 0.51 0.36 0.24 9.82 9.8 9.72 9.59 9.42 9.2 8.98 8.8 0.22 -0.01 -0.37 -0.77 -1.12 -1.32 11.31 11.09 10.68 10.14 9.54 8.95 8.45 1.1 1.26 1.26

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07:54 AM 8.12 08:51 AM 8.08 09:42 AM 8.18 10:28 AM 8.35 11:09 AM 8.56 11:46 AM 8.76 12:21 PM 8.95 06:43 AM 0.16 07:16 AM 0.11 07:51 AM 0.1 08:29 AM 0.13 09:11 AM 0.21 09:58 AM 0.34 10:49 AM 0.49 11:47 AM 0.6 06:49 AM 8.76 07:56 AM 8.92 09:01 AM 9.27 10:02 AM 9.73 10:57 AM 10.18 11:49 AM 10.52 06:24 AM -1.32 07:12 AM -1.12 08:00 AM -0.74 08:47 AM -0.23 09:35 AM 0.33 10:26 AM 0.88 11:19 AM 1.34 06:17 AM 8.1 07:16 AM 7.93 08:13 AM 7.96

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Bar Harbor, Maine

1.54 1.57 1.48 1.32 1.13 0.96 0.8 9.14 9.32 9.5 9.66 9.8 9.9 9.98 10.08 0.6 0.42 0.09 -0.32 -0.69 -0.93 10.71 10.7 10.52 10.21 9.83 9.44 9.1 1.66 1.8 1.74

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08:11 PM 09:03 PM 09:51 PM 10:35 PM 11:14 PM 11:51 PM

9.2 9.26 9.4 9.56 9.7 9.79

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06:52 PM 07:29 PM 08:09 PM 08:53 PM 09:41 PM 10:34 PM 11:33 PM

0.67 0.55 0.46 0.39 0.36 0.35 0.32

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07:12 PM 08:17 PM 09:20 PM 10:20 PM 11:16 PM

10.25 10.52 10.86 11.16 11.33

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06:44 PM 07:35 PM 08:26 PM 09:18 PM 10:11 PM 11:06 PM

-0.98 -0.83 -0.52 -0.11 0.35 0.77

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06:34 PM 07:32 PM 08:27 PM

8.89 8.84 8.93

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01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

01:22 AM 02:18 AM 03:10 AM 03:56 AM 04:38 AM 05:17 AM 05:53 AM 12:09 AM 12:45 AM 01:21 AM 02:00 AM 02:43 AM 03:31 AM 04:25 AM 05:25 AM 12:19 AM 01:26 AM 02:30 AM 03:30 AM 04:25 AM 05:17 AM 06:07 AM 12:39 AM 01:29 AM 02:19 AM 03:09 AM 04:02 AM 04:57 AM 05:55 AM 12:43 AM 01:40 AM

0.99 0.96 0.81 0.6 0.39 0.21 0.09 11.3 11.28 11.2 11.06 10.88 10.65 10.41 10.22 0.22 -0.05 -0.46 -0.93 -1.33 -1.57 -1.57 12.77 12.3 11.69 11.01 10.35 9.78 9.4 1.3 1.28

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07:32 AM 08:28 AM 09:19 AM 10:05 AM 10:46 AM 11:24 AM 12:00 PM 06:27 AM 07:01 AM 07:36 AM 08:13 AM 08:54 AM 09:40 AM 10:32 AM 11:31 AM 06:30 AM 07:37 AM 08:41 AM 09:41 AM 10:36 AM 11:28 AM 12:18 PM 06:55 AM 07:42 AM 08:30 AM 09:19 AM 10:10 AM 11:04 AM 12:01 PM 06:54 AM 07:50 AM

01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

01:18 AM 02:14 AM 03:07 AM 03:55 AM 04:40 AM 05:21 AM 06:00 AM 12:17 AM 12:55 AM 01:34 AM 02:14 AM 02:57 AM 03:45 AM 04:37 AM 05:35 AM 12:35 AM 01:38 AM 02:41 AM 03:40 AM 04:36 AM 05:29 AM 06:19 AM 12:43 AM 01:32 AM 02:20 AM 03:09 AM 04:00 AM 04:53 AM 05:48 AM 12:38 AM 01:35 AM

1.68 1.68 1.44 1.06 0.64 0.26 -0.02 19.23 19.26 19.19 19.04 18.81 18.49 18.14 17.87 0.34 -0.01 -0.62 -1.36 -2.05 -2.51 -2.61 21.4 20.82 19.98 19.0 18.0 17.12 16.48 2.12 2.15

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07:24 AM 08:19 AM 09:12 AM 09:59 AM 10:43 AM 11:24 AM 12:02 PM 06:39 AM 07:17 AM 07:56 AM 08:36 AM 09:19 AM 10:06 AM 10:59 AM 11:56 AM 06:37 AM 07:41 AM 08:43 AM 09:43 AM 10:38 AM 11:30 AM 12:20 PM 07:07 AM 07:54 AM 08:41 AM 09:29 AM 10:18 AM 11:09 AM 12:04 PM 06:46 AM 07:43 AM

Corrections for other ports Reference Port Maine/ New Hampshire Stonington Bar Harbor Bar Harbor Rockland Boothbay Harbor Portland Kennebunkport Portland Portsmouth Portland

Time Corrections

Height Corrections

High +0 hr. 8 min., Low +0 hr. 6 min., High +0 hr. 9 min., Low +0 hr. 6 min., High -0 hr. 6 min., Low -0 hr. 8 min., High +0 hr. 7 min., Low +0 hr. 5 min., High +0 hr. 22 min., Low +0 hr. 17 min.,

High *0.91, Low *0.90 High *0.93, Low *1.03 High *0.97, Low *0.97 High *0.97, Low *1.00 High *0.86, Low *0.86

Massachusetts Gloucester Plymouth Scituate Provincetown Marion Woods Hole

Boston Boston Boston Boston Newport Newport

High +0 hr. 0 min., Low -0 hr. 4 min., High +0 hr. 4 min., Low +0 hr. 18 min., High +0 hr. 3 min., Low -0 hr. 1 min., High +0 hr. 16 min., Low +0 hr. 18 min., High +0 hr. 10 min., Low +0 hr. 12 min., High +0 hr. 32 min., Low +2 hr. 21 min.,

High *0.93, Low *0.97 High *1.03, Low *1.00 High *0.95, Low *1.03 High *0.95, Low *0.95 High *1.13, Low *1.29 High *0.40, Low *0.40

Rhode Island Westerly Point Judith East Greenwich Bristol

New London Newport Newport Newport

High -0 hr. 21 min., Low +0 hr. 3 min., High -0 hr. 1 min., Low +0 hr. 32 min., High +0 hr. 13 min., Low +0 hr. 3 min., High +0 hr. 13 min., Low +0 hr. 0 min.,

High *1.02, Low *1.00 High *0.87, Low *0.54 High *1.14, Low *1.14 High *1.16, Low *1.14

Connecticut Stamford New Haven Branford Saybrook Jetty Saybrook Point Mystic Westport

Bridgeport Bridgeport Bridgeport New London New London Boston Newport

High +0 hr. 3 min., Low +0 hr. 8 min., High -0 hr. 4 min., Low -0 hr. 7 min., High -0 hr. 5 min., Low -0 hr. 13 min., High +1 hr. 11 min., Low +0 hr. 45 min., High +1 hr. 11 min., Low +0 hr. 53 min., High +0 hr. 1 min., Low +0 hr. 2 min., High +0 hr. 9 min., Low +0 hr. 33 min.,

High *1.07, Low *1.08 High *0.91, Low *0.96 High *0.87, Low *0.96 High *1.36, Low *1.35 High *1.24, Low *1.25 High *1.01, Low *0.97 High *0.85, Low *0.85

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9.46 9.45 9.59 9.81 10.06 10.3 10.52 0.03 0.03 0.07 0.15 0.28 0.45 0.64 0.77 10.19 10.39 10.81 11.35 11.87 12.26 12.45 -1.34 -0.9 -0.31 0.33 0.94 1.46 1.8 9.22 9.27

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1.62 1.63 1.5 1.3 1.09 0.9 0.75 10.71 10.88 11.04 11.19 11.3 11.37 11.42 11.5 0.76 0.53 0.12 -0.38 -0.83 -1.11 -1.17 12.41 12.17 11.78 11.31 10.84 10.46 10.22 1.93 1.85

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07:50 PM 08:43 PM 09:31 PM 10:15 PM 10:55 PM 11:33 PM

10.55 10.63 10.8 10.99 11.16 11.26

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06:39 PM 07:15 PM 07:54 PM 08:36 PM 09:24 PM 10:16 PM 11:15 PM

0.64 0.54 0.46 0.4 0.37 0.36 0.33

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06:55 PM 08:00 PM 09:03 PM 10:02 PM 10:57 PM 11:49 PM

11.68 12.0 12.4 12.78 13.01 13.01

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07:19 PM -1.01 08:09 PM -0.66 09:00 PM -0.19 09:53 PM 0.32 10:48 PM 0.78 11:45 PM 1.13

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07:12 PM 10.16 08:07 PM 10.28

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07:46 PM 08:40 PM 09:29 PM 10:15 PM 10:58 PM 11:38 PM

17.81 17.93 18.22 18.56 18.88 19.11

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06:55 PM 07:35 PM 08:16 PM 08:59 PM 09:46 PM 10:37 PM 11:34 PM

0.49 0.33 0.23 0.21 0.26 0.36 0.42

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07:05 PM 08:08 PM 09:09 PM 10:07 PM 11:01 PM 11:53 PM

19.47 19.92 20.54 21.14 21.56 21.66

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07:31 PM -1.88 08:19 PM -1.33 09:08 PM -0.57 09:57 PM 0.28 10:48 PM 1.1 11:42 PM 1.75

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M o o n

16.57 16.55 16.78 17.16 17.59 18.0 18.36 -0.19 -0.25 -0.2 -0.05 0.19 0.51 0.83 1.06 17.82 18.11 18.72 19.51 20.28 20.86 21.14 -2.33 -1.71 -0.84 0.16 1.15 2.02 2.64 16.18 16.23

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2.42 2.43 2.19 1.82 1.41 1.03 0.72 18.66 18.91 19.11 19.25 19.31 19.28 19.23 19.25 1.04 0.68 0.01 -0.78 -1.51 -1.98 -2.11 21.08 20.69 20.06 19.28 18.49 17.81 17.37 2.9 2.8

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Find Points East at more than 700 locations in New England MA IN E Arundel:The Landing School, Southern Maine Marine Services.

Bailey Island: Bailey Island Motel, Cook’s Lobster House Bangor: Borders, Book Marc’s, Harbormaster, Young’s Canvas.

Bar H arbor: Acadia Information Center, Bar Harbor Yacht Club, College of the Atlantic, Lake and Sea Boatworks.

Bass Harbor: Morris Yachts.

Bath: Kennebec Tavern & Marina, Maine Maritime Museum.

Belfast: Belfast Boatyard, Belfast Chamber of Commerce visitors’ Center, Coastwise Realty, Front Street Shipyard, Harbormaster’s office.

Biddeford: Biddeford Pool Y.C., Buffleheads, Rumery’s Boatyard.

Blue Hill:, Bar Harbor Bank, Blue Hill Food Co-op, Blue Hill Peninsula Chamber of Commerce, Compass Point Realty, EBS, Kollegewidgwok Y.C., Mill Stream Deli, Peninsula Property Rentals, Rackliffe Pottery.

Boothbay: Boothbay Mechanics, Boothbay Resort, Cottage Connection.

Boothbay Harbor: Boothbay Harbor Inn, Boothbay Harbor Shipyard, Brown’s Motel, Cap’n Fish’s Inn, Carousel Marina, Gold/Smith Gallery, Grover’s Hardware, Municipal Office, Poole Bros. Hardware, Rocktide Inn, Sherman’s Bookstore, Signal Point Marina, Tugboat Inn. Brem en: Broad Cove Marine.

Brew er: B&D Marine, Port Harbor Marine.

Bristol: Hanley’s Market.

Brooklin: Atlantic Boat Co., Brooklin General Store, Brooklin Boat Yard, Brooklin Inn, Center Harbor Sails, Eric Dow Boatbuilder, Eggemoggin Oceanfront Lodge, WoodenBoat School.

Brooksville: Bucks Harbor Market, Bucks Harbor Marine, Bucks Harbor Y.C., Seal Cove Boatyard.

Brunsw ick: Bamforth Automotive, Coastal Marine, H&H Propeller, New Meadows Marina, Paul’s Marina.

Bucksport: Bookstacks, EBS Hardware.

Calais: EBS Hardware.

Camden: Camden Chamber of Commerce, Camden Y.C., French & Brawn, Harbormaster, High Tide Motel, Owl & Turtle, PJ Willeys, Port Harbor Marine, Waterfront Restaurant, Wayfarer Marine.

Cape P orpoise: The Wayfarer.

Castine: Castine Realty, Castine Y.C., Four Flags Gift Shop, Maine Maritime Academy, Saltmeadow Properties, The Compass Rose Bookstore and Café.

Chebeague Island: Chebeague Island Boat Yard.

Cherryfield: EBS Hardware.

Columbia: Crossroads Ace Hardware.

Cundy’s Harbor: Holbrook’s General Store, Watson’s General Store.

Damariscotta: Maine Coast Book Shop, Poole Bros. Hardware, Schooner Landing Restaurant.

Deer Isle: Harbor Farm.

East Boothbay: East Boothbay General Store, Lobsterman’s Wharf Restaurant, Ocean Point Marina, Paul E. Luke Inc., Spar Shed Marina.

Eastport: East Motel, Eastport Chowder House, Moose Island Marine, The Boat School - Husson.

Eliot: Great Cove Boat Club, Independent Boat Haulers, Kittery Point Yacht Yard.

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Ellsw orth: Branch Pond Marine, EBS Hardware, Riverside Café.

Falmouth: Falmouth Ace Hardware, Hallett Canvas & Sails, Handy Boat, Portland Yacht Club, The Boathouse, Town Landing Market.

Farm ingdale: Foggy Bottom Marine.

Farm ington: Irving’s Restaurant, Reny’s.

Freeport: Gritty McDuff’s, True Value Hardware.

Gardiner: Kennebec Yacht Services Georgetown: Robinhood Marine.

Gouldsboro: Anderson Marine & Hardware.

Hampden: Hamlin’s Marina, McLaughlin Seafood, Watefront Marine.

Hancock Pt.: Crocker House Country Inn. Harpsw ell: Dolphin Restaurant, Finestkind Boatyard, Great Island Boat Yard.

Harrington: Tri-Town Marine.

Holden: McKay’s RV. Islesboro: Dark Harbor Boat Yard, Tarratine Club of Dark Harbor.

Islesford: Little Cranberry Y.C. Jonesboro: Aunt Millie’s General Store Jonesport: Jonesport Shipyard.

Kennebunk: Landing Store, Seaside Motor Inn. Kennebunkport: Arundel Yacht Club, Bradbury’s Market, Chick’s Marina, Kennebunkport Marina, Maine Yacht Sales.

Kittery: Badger’s Island Marina, Captain & Patty’s, Frisbee’s Store, Jackson’s Hardware and Marine, Kittery Point Yacht Yard, Port Harbor Marine.

Lewiston: Al’s Sports.

Livermore Falls: Lunch Pad Café.

Machias: EBS Hardware, Helen’s Restaurant, Viking Lumber.

Milbridge: Viking Lumber.

Monhegan Is: Carina House.

Mount Desert: John Williams Boat Company North H aven: Eric Hopkins Gallery, JO Brown & Sons, North Haven Giftshop.

Northeast H arbor: F.T. Brown Co., Full Belli Deli, Kimball Shop, Mt. Desert CofC,, McGraths, Northeast Harbor Fleet, Pine Tree Market.

Northport: Northport Marine Service, Northport Yacht Club.

Ow ls Head: Owls Head Transportation Museum.

Peak’s Island: Hannigan’s Island Market.

Penobscot: Northern Bay Market.

Port Clyde: Port Clyde General Store.

Portland: Becky’s Restaurant, Casco Bay Ferry Terminal, Chase Leavitt, Custom Float Services, DiMillo’s Marina, Fortune, Inc., Gilbert’s Chowder House, Gowen Marine, Gritty McDuff’s, Hamilton Marine, Maine Yacht Center, Portland Yacht Services, Ports of Call, Sawyer & Whitten, Vessel Services Inc., West Marine.

Raym ond: Jordan Bay Marina, Panther Run Marina.

Rockland: Back Cove Yachts, E.L.Spear, Eric Hopkins Gallery, Gemini Marine Canvas, Hamilton Marine, Harbormaster, Johanson Boatworks, Journey’s End Marina, Knight Marine Service, Landings Restaurant, Maine Lighthouse Museum, North End Shipyard Schooners, Ocean Pursuits, Pope Sails, Reading Corner, Rockland Ferry, Sawyer & Whitten, The Apprenticeshop.

Rockport: Bohndell Sails, Cottage Connection, Harbormaster, Market Basket, Rockport Boat Club.

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Round Pond: Cabadetis Boat Club, King Row Market.

Saco: Lobster Claw Restaurant, Marston’s Marina, Saco Bay Tackle, Saco Yacht Club.

Sarentville: El El Frijoles.

St. G eorge: Harbormaster Scarborough: Seal Harbor Y.C. Seal Harbor: Seal Harbor Yacht Club Searsport: Hamilton Marine.

South B ristol: Bittersweet Landing Boatyard, Coveside Marine, Gamage Shipyard, Harborside Café, Osier’s Wharf.

South Freeport: Brewer’s South Freeport Marine, Casco Bay Yacht Exchange, DiMillo’s South Freeport, Harraseeket Y.C., Strouts Point Wharf Co., Waterman Marine.

South H arpswell: Dolphin Marina, Finestkind Boatyard, Ship to Shore Store South P ortland: Aspasia Marina, Bluenose Yacht Sales, Centerboard Yacht Club, Joe’s Boathouse Restaurant, Port Harbor Marine, Reo Marine, Salt Water Grille, South Port Marine, Sunset Marina.

Southw est H arbor: Acadia Sails, Great Harbor Marina, Hamilton Marine, Hinckley Yacht Charters, MDI Community Sailing Center, Pettegrow’s, Sawyer’s Market, Southwest Harbor-Tremont CofC, West Marine, Wilbur Yachts.

Spruce Head: Spruce Head Marine.

Stockton Springs: Russell’s Marine.

Stonington: Billings Diesel & Marine, Fisherman’s Friend, Inn on the Harbor, Island Fishing Gear & Auto Parts, Shepard’s Select Properties.

Sullivan: Flanders Bay Boats.

Sunset: Deer Isle Y.C. Surry: Wesmac.

Sw an’s Island: Carrying Place Market Tenants H arbor: Cod End Store and Marina, East Wind Inn, Pond House Gallery and Framing, Tenants Harbor General Store.

Thom aston: Jeff’s Marine, Lyman-Morse Boatbuilding, Slipway.

Turner: Pompodora’s Italian Bistro.

Vinalhaven: Vinal’s Newsstand, Vinalhaven Store.

Waldoboro: Stetson & Pinkham.

Wayne: Androscoggin Yacht Club, Wayne General Store.

Wells: Webhannet River Boat Yard.

West Boothbay Harbor: Blake’s Boatyard.

West Southport: Boothbay Region Boatyard, Southport General Store.

Windham: Richardson’s Boat Yard.

Winter Harbor: Winter Harbor 5 & 10.

Winterport: Winterport Marine.

Wiscasset: Market Place Café, Wiscasset Yacht Club.

Woolw ich: BFC Marine, Scandia Yacht Sales, Shelter Institute.

Yarmouth: Bayview Rigging & Sails, East Coast Yacht Sales, Landing Boat Supply, Maine Sailing Partners, Royal River Boatyard, Royal River Grillehouse, Yankee Marina & Boatyard, Yarmouth Boatyard.

York: Agamenticus Yacht Club, Stage Neck Inn, Woods to Goods, York Harbor Marine Service.

N EW HA MPS HIRE Dover: Dover Marine.

Dover P oint: Little Bay Marina.

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East Rochester: Surfside Boats.

Gilford: Fay’s Boat Yard, Winnipesaukee Yacht Club.

Greenland: Sailmaking Support Systems.

Hampton: Hampton Harbor State Marina, Hampton River Boat Club.

Manchester: Massabesic Yacht Club, Sandy’s Variety.

New Castle: Kittery Point Yacht Club, Portsmouth Yacht Club, Wentworth-By-The-Sea Marina.

Newington: Great Bay Marine, Portsmouth: New England Marine and Industrial, Northeast Yachts (Witch Cove Marina), West Marine.

Seabrook: West Marine.

Tuftonboro: Tuftonboro General Store.

MAS SAC HUS ETTS Am esbury: Larry’s Marina, Lowell’s Boat Shop, Withum Sailmakers Barnstable: Coast Guard Heritage Museum at the Trayser, Millway Marina.

Beverly: Al’s Bait & Tackle, Bartlett Boat Service, Beverly Point Marina, Jubilee Yacht Club.

Boston: Boston Harbor Islands Moorings, Boston Sailing Center, Boston Yacht Haven, Columbia Yacht Club, The Marina at Rowes Wharf, Waterboat Marina.

Bourne: Taylor’s Point Marina Braintree: West Marine.

Buzzards Bay: Dick’s Marine, Onset Bay Marina.

Cataum et: Kingman Marine, Parker’s Boat Yard.

Charlestown: Constitution Marina, Shipyard Quarters Marina.

Chatham: Ryders Cove Marina, Stage Harbor Marine.

Chelsea: The Marina at Admiral’s Hill.

Cohasset: Cohasset Y.C. Cotuit: Peck’s Boats.

Cuttyhunk: Cuttyhunk Town Marina.

Danvers: Danversport Yacht Club, Liberty Marina, West Marine.

Dedham: West Marine.

Dighton: Shaw’s Boat Yard.

Dorchester: Port Norfolk Yacht Club, Savin Hill Yacht Club.

Duxbury: Bayside Marine.

East Boston: Boston Bay Marina, Boston Harbor Shipyard & Marina, Orient Heights Yacht Club, Quarterdeck Marina.

East Dennis: Dennis Yacht Club, North Side Marina.

Edgartown: Boat Safe Martha’s Vineyard, Edgartown Moorings, Edgartown Yacht Club, Harborside Inn. Essex: Flying Dragon Antiques, Perkins Marine.

Fairhaven: Fairhaven Shipyard, West Marine.

Falmouth: East Marine, Falmouth Ace Hardware, Falmouth Harbor Town Marina, Falmouth Marine, MacDougall’s Cape Cod Marine Service, West Marine.

Gloucester: Beacon Marine Basin, Brown’s Yacht Yard, Cape Ann’s Marina Resort, Enos Marine, Three Lanterns Ship Supply.

Green Harbor: Green Harbor Bait & Tackle, Green Harbor Marina.

Harw ich P ort: Allen Harbor Marine Service, Cranberry Liquors, Saquatucket Municipal Marina.

Hingham: 3A Marine Sales, Eastern Yacht Sales, Hingham Shipyard Marinas, Hingham Yacht Club.

Hyannis: Hyannis Marina, West Marine.

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Ipswich: Ipswich Bay Yacht Club.

Manchester: Manchester Marine, Manchester Yacht Club.

Marblehead: Black Rock Sailing School, Boston Yacht Club, Corinthian Yacht Club, Eastern Yacht Club, Marblehead Yacht Club, The Forepeak, West Marine.

Marion: Barden’s Boat Yard, Beverly Yacht Club, Burr Bros.

Boats, Harding Sails, New Wave Yachts.

Marston’s Mills: Peck’s Boats.

Mattapoisett: Mattapoisett Boatyard.

Nantucket: Glyns Marine, Nantucket Boat Basin, Town Pier Marina.

New Bedford: Bayline Boatyard and Transportation, C.E. Beckman, Cutty Hunk Launch, Hercules Fishing Gear, Lyndon’s, Niemiec Marine, New Bedford Visitors Center, Pope’s Island Marina, SK Marine Electronics, Skip’s Marine.

Newburyport: Merri-Mar Yacht Basin, Newburyport Boat Basin, Newburyport Harbor Marina, Newburyport Yacht Club, North End Boat Club, Riverside Café, The Boatworks, Windward Yacht Yard.

North Falmouth: Brewer Fiddler’s Cove Marina.

North Weymouth: Tern Harbor Marina.

Oak Bluffs: Dockside Marketplace.

Onset: Point Independence Yacht Club.

Orleans: Nauset Marine.

Osterville: Crosby Yacht Yard, Oyster Harbors Marine Service.

Plymouth: Brewer’s Plymouth Marine, Plymouth Yacht Club, West Marine.

Provincetow n: Harbormaster.

Quincy: Captain’s Cove Marina, Marina Bay, Nonna’s Kitchen, POSH, Squantum Yacht Club, Wollaston Yacht Club.

Rockport: Sandy Bay Yacht Club.

Salem: Brewer’s Hawthorne Cove Marina, Fred J. Dion Yacht Yard, H&H Propeller Shop, J&W Marine, Palmer’s Cove Yacht Club, Pickering Wharf Marina, Salem Water Taxi, Winter Island Yacht Yard.

Salisbury: Bridge Marina, Cross Roads Bait & Tackle, Withum Sailmakers.

Sandwich: Sandwich Marina, Sandwich Ship Supply.

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Somerset: Auclair’s Market.

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Watertow n: Watertown Yacht Club.

Wareham : Zecco Marine.

Wellfleet: Bay Sails Marine, Town of Wellfleet Marina, Wellfleet Marine Corp.

West Barnstable: Northside Village Liquor Store.

West Dennis: Bass River Marina.

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Yarmouth: Arborvitae Woodworking.

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Charlestown: Ocean House Marina.

Cranston: Port Edgewood Marina, Rhode Island Yacht Club.

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East Providence: East Providence Yacht Club.

Jamestow n: Conanicut Marine Supply, Clark Boat Yard, Dutch Harbor Boatyard.

Middletow n: West Marine Narragansett: Buster Krabs, West Marine.

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Clinton: Cedar Island Marina, Connecticut Marine One, Harborside Marina, Old Harbor Marina, Port Clinton Marina, Riverside Basin Marina.

Cos Cob: Palmer Point Marina.

Darien: E&B Marine, Noroton Yacht Club.

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East Haddam: Andrews Marina East Norw alk: Rex Marine.

Essex: Brewer Dauntless Shipyard, Boatique, Conn. River Marine Museum, Essex Corinthian Yacht Club, Essex Island

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Groton: Pine Island Marina, Shennecossett Yacht Club, Thames View Marina.

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Lyme: Cove Landing Marine.

Milford: Milford Boat Works, Milford Landing, Milford Yacht Club, Port Milford.

Mystic: Brewer Yacht Yard, Fort Rachel Marina, Gwenmor Marina, Mason Island Yacht Club, Mystic Point Marina, Mystic River Yacht Club, Mystic Seaport Museum Store, Mystic Shipyard, West Marine.

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New London: Crocker’s Boatyard, Ferry Slip Dockominium Assoc., Hellier Yacht Sales, Thames Shipyard and Ferry, Thames Yacht Club, Thamesport Marina.

Niantic: Boats Inc., Harbor Hill Marina, Marine Consignment of Mystic, Port Niantic Marina, Three Belles Marina.

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Waterford: Defender Industries.

Westbrook: Atlantic Outboard, Bill’s Seafood, Brewer Pilots Point Marina, Duck Island Yacht Club, Pier 76 Marina, Sound Boatworks.

West Haven: West Cove Marina.

Westport: Cedar Point Yacht Club.

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Behold the traditional Narragansett Bay quahog skiff lthough becoming increasingly rare, the tradi- that with “Louie the Fisherman,� who would himself tional Narragansett Bay, R.I., quahog skiff is row while standing up and facing forward like they did still seen in Rhode Island in the region of coastal Italy waters. This utilitarian craft where he learned to fish. has been around for at least a Al Wilcox of Exeter, R.I., recolcentury. The design has changed lects hearing how skiffs would little over the years. Old-timers sometimes be towed out of har– and there are not many of bors by catboats, and Nick them left – remember how the Carcieri, who shellfished out of bottoms of the skiffs once flared East Greenwich, for over 50 upward a little at the stern to years, recalled that, as a boy, it reduce drag when rowing. cost 50 cents to be towed to As recently as the 1930s – Sandy Point and $1 to be when Charles D’Ambra, a Provbrought off the Conimicut idence quahogger, remembers grounds, at the mouth of the horse-drawn wagons taking his Photo by Greg Coppa Providence River, by one of the catch from shore to market – it Quahoggers often painted their 16- to 20-foot relatively few engine-powered was not unusual to see men us- skiffs gray because gray porch paint was inexboats on the bay at the time. ing oars, strong arms, and pensive and durable.

Many quahoggers built their strong backs to get to the shell16- to 20-foot skiffs from scratch fishing grounds and to move around on them. In his and didn’t pay much, if anything, for materials. One childhood days, my own father remembers doing just fisherman related how, during the Depression, he and

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his friends would wait for local swamps to freeze solid and then walk out on them to cut down trees that wouldn’t likely be missed by the swamp owners.

The trees would be dressed and then easily dragged over the ice to a pickup truck. The men would then bring the logs to a local sawmill and have them sawn into planks, bartering half the final product for the cutting and milling services. A nor’easter, especially cold weather, or a state-mandated fishing-area closure provided plenty of time for boatbuilding throughout the year.

The frames of the skiffs were made of native white oak. Workers at Wickford’s Barber Lumber, and sawmills throughout Rhode Island, would put aside the best oak for the fishermen. Bottoms and sides of the skiffs were generally of mahogany, but there was variation.

For example, one Forest Hoxsie, once of Narragansett, liked pine sides for the 11 boats that he built.

John Brady of Wickford told me years ago that, at one time or another, he used just about every kind of wood for boatbuilding he could get his hands on, except sassafras. Nick Carcieri (father of a recent Rhode Island governor) used fir that was meant to be porch flooring for the bottom of one of his boats. In more recent times, marine plywood was employed because it was easier to build hulls out of it, and there were fewer seams to worry about keeping tight. Many claimed, however,

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Early skiffs were fastened with nails that held well until boats were equipped with outboard motors. The flat-bottom boats under moderate power could really be uncomfortable as they made their way into the southwest chop common to the bay. The hulls would shudder as they went airborne and then slam down into the waves.

Nails were replaced by screws, and the keels were flanked by runners to help the boats track better and also to stiffen them up a little. As the horsepower and speed of the boats increased even more, oak knees were added, particularly at the transom, to keep the hulls sturdy enough to survive the new stresses to which they were subjected.

The interior bottoms were often not painted because the surface did not provide good footing. Instead, they were coated with a protective mixture of boiled linseed oil, pine tar, turpentine, and Japan drier. Most hull exteriors are traditionally battleship gray in color, perhaps, according to one old-timer, to “obscure them in places where they shouldn’t ought to be.” He was referring to shellfishermen who worked officially closed grounds at strange hours of the night and under weather conditions not ideal for harvesting shellfish.

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Quahogging Out West – and way Out West?

So I am walking past an open garage one day and see a hailed from Jewett City, Conn. He saw plenty of these types of man bent over a boat he is in the process of building. The hull skiffs as a boy in Connecticut and, later, in Rhode Island. He shape is distinctive, and, as a writer for boating publications, even built one with some friends for fishing back in the day.

Last year, after looking at the high I have actually done research on the price of boats, he got the notion to type that may have been the very first take a bunch of leftover material in boat I ever stepped foot on as a 3his garage and build another one. “I year-old. I shout out, “What are you figured if I did it once, I should be doing, building that quahog skiff?” able to do it again,” said Jerry.

The stranger looks at me like I have Apparently this man has retained two heads: “You know what this is?” some Swamp Yankee qualities, “I sure do. It’s a Narragansett Bay though he has been in the Pacific quahog skiff or a reasonable facsimNorthwest for decades and he will ile.” be fishing for bass, trout, perch and “Well I’ll be darned!” bullhead on Horseshoe, Vancouver What is strange is that this exand Battleground lakes this sumchange did not take place in Wickmer. ford, Bristol, or East Greenwich, R.I. Photo by Greg Coppa On a recent trip to Hawaii, Jerr y Nor did it take place in Providence or The author was surprised to see this quahog visited the Polynesian Cultural Center West War wick, which would still skiff a’building in Vancouver, Wash., on the and showed a photo of his skiff to a make sense. It took place in VancouColumbia River. native Polynesian, who said he had ver, Wash., located on the mighty seen an identical “quahog skiff” hull in New Zealand. Jerry’s Columbia River, just north of Portland, Ore. The skiff builder’s name was Jerry Sabourin, and he is a theory is that this design may have been transported to the neighbor of my expatriate daughter. We introduced ourselves, South Seas by the crews of New England whaling ships. I’ll and it turns out that he was stationed at Narragansett Bay’s have to look into that.

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Others say that skiffs were gray because the frugal shellfishermen didn’t want to spend a lot of money on fancy paints, when serviceable, inexpensive and durable gray porch and deck coatings were readily available.

Rhode Island shellfishermen have always been an independent breed. Their profession allowed them to work, or not, without consulting a boss or worrying about punching a time clock. If laboring in Rhode Island’s mills and factories didn’t suit a man, he could always turn to the bay, which generally rewarded those who were willing to work hard and tough enough to dislodge from the bottom, and bring to the surface, hundreds of pounds of shellfish a day.

All that one needed was a skiff, an outboard motor and a pair of tongs or a bullrake. Relatively speaking, there were few self-employment opportunities that required such a small financial investment. Quahoggers could build their own skiffs, then row them out to the shellfishing grounds until they made enough money to buy outboard motors for cash. Outside financing was seldom needed by the early quahoggers. They figured that there was no point in giving up working for a mill or foundry owner, just to work for a bank.

Today, it is no secret that today many Narragansett Bay shellfishermen are struggling to make ends meet.

There are lots of reasons for that. But many of the older fishermen I interviewed said that a major prob-

lem is that most younger fishermen carry a lot of constant debt that the old-timers just never worried about. They buy expensive glass hulls, high-horsepower motors, assorted electronics, and then have to insure it all.

Other costs, such as fuel, engine maintenance and dockage, are high. The result is that it is hard to make a living under these circumstances. Many fishermen decide to do something else for a living, or take on other jobs to make ends meet.

But as long as there is any quahogging on Narragansett Bay, there will be Narragansett Bay quahog skiffs. They are the most stable platforms for bullraking or tonging, and their design has withstood the test of time. And the skiffs are beautiful, too, in there own way. There is nothing prettier than seeing them planing along on glassy summer waters, painted orange by a rising sun.

Greg Coppa has been boating his whole life. He has been a teacher, and a writer at the communication firm of Cote & D’Ambrosio. He has also freelanced for three decades in assorted local, regional and national publications. A short story, “November Christmas,� was made into a recent Hallmark Hall of Fame movie. It and other collected works are found in “November Christmas and Other Short Stories,� available on Amazon.

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Launched June 2011. Price: $20,000. Call Eric Stockinger at 207-594-1800 or email www.apprenticeshop.org info@apprenticeshop.org

22.5’ Pearson Electra (An Ensign cruiser) Draws 3’. In good shape. Dark blue hull, red boot stripe, buff/white topsides.

Pretty. $1500. 5 original sails.

Stands. At Brownell’s/Mattapoisett. 401-487-3030. mstbarbem@aol.com 22’ Cape Dory Senior, 1985 With trailer. $11,500. www.theyachtconnection.com tyc@southportmarine.com

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15’ Harpoon 4.6, 1978 Classic fractional sloop built by Boston Whaler. Well maintained

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19’ Cape Dory Typhoon Weekender, 1974 with 2009 Honda 2hp. Great condition.

New sails, CDI furling system, cushions, & rigging. $6900.

OBO Call 207-422-3296 philip.lape@gmail.com

23’ Sea Sprite, 1979 New sails, Awlgrip & engine. $8,500. 207-799-3600. www.theyachtconnection.com tyc@southportmarine.com

23’ Classic Plastic, 1962/2007 Refurbished Pearson Electra Alberg/Cuddy, 2 bunks 5.5 Fisherman outboard, stereo, VHF, head, with Venture Adjustable Trailer. Call Captain Don at 617828-9005. Price reduced, $5,800 or best offer.

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24’ Dolphin Sloop

by Lunn Laminates #200. Centerboard, 6 sails, roller reefing Genoa, Palmer Husky 8hp rebuilt ‘96 & 2006. Includes unused GPS new 2009 and an inflatable dinghy. $5,500. www.jonesportshipyard.com info@jonesportshipyard.com

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26’ Ranger 26, 1974 In very good condition with 5 sails, roller furler. No outboard. $2000 firm. 207-223-8885 or email info@winterportmarine.com 24’ Quickstep Sloop, 1987 Beautifully designed by Brewer for day, weekend, or longer, sailing in rough Narragansett Bay waters. Yanmar diesel engine, large cockpit. New sails. Very well equipped with three berths, sink, ice box, stove, portapotty, anchors, gps chart plotter, radio, depth sounder, compass, much more. Easy handling. Well maintained. Real head turner. Shellback dinghy available. $14,500.

207-244-3458.

26’ Muscongus Bay Sloop 1983. Completely re-built by Atlantic Challenge Maine in 2003.

Excellent condition. Gamble & Hunter sails. Spruce spars, fiberglass over strip 1 cedar hull.

Yanmar 2 cylinder diesel. Breakers, 5 compass, GPS. VHF & depthsounder. Sink, water, porta potti. Excellent 2011 survey.

Hull, MA $15,000. 781-6356756 or jmcdonaldhull@gmail.com

25’ Cheoy Lee Vertue , 1960 Kainui, #106 Teak hull, extensive rebuild, In-board Yanmar 12hp , In the water year round. 207322-9293. cooneyfineart@gmail.com

25’ Cheoy Lee, 1957 Frisco Flyer. 10hp Beta diesel.

25’ length, 4’6 draft. Available for viewing any time, stored indoors Brooklin, Maine. Phone 508-378-7080 or 617-896-3598. $15,000. Phone to arrange viewing, other photos and or details available on request. ockerspaul@yahoo.com

26’ Pearson 26, 1971 Great boat for day sailing or cruising for a couple or young family. Harken roller genoa in great condition, full-batten Hallett main, large cockpit, jack stands, 9.9 Johnson Sailmaster outboard, handheld GPS, ready to sail. $7,000. 207-595-8967. katie@univoicehistory.com 30’ Pearson, 1974 Older boat in great shape with newer engine. 2005 20hp Universal with about 150hrs. Given the price this is a great value. $8,000. Call 207-633-0773. www.oceanpointmarina.com info@oceanpointmarina.com

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30’ Island Packet 27, 1988 Cutter, 30’x10.5’x3.67’, full keel, 6’ 2 headroom. Easy single handler. Engine hours 554. Selling Price: $35,900. www.jonesportshipyard.com info@jonesportshipyard.com 30’ Aage Nielsen-Walsted K/CB Yawl, 1960. A lovely CCAera yawl designed by Aage Nielsen, built to very high standards by the Walsted yard in Denmark. $45,500. Call Gray & Gray, Inc. 207-363-7997. www.grayandgrayyachts.com

31’ Grampion, 1967 Full keel sloop, made in Canada, Atomic 4 engine. Auto helm, roller furling, sleeps 4, GPS, plotter, radar, depth sounder, propane stove. $16,500. 207497-2701 info@jonesportshipyard.com 32’ Whistler 32, 1981 Designed by CW Paine and built by the highly regarded Able Marine. Deep bulwarks and a cat ketch rig make her an easily driven, comfortable vessel.

45,000 207-244-7854 or email billw@jwboatco.com

30’ Pearson 30, 1972 Hull #100 by Fairhaven Yacht Works, all orig. equipment onboard, and has a diesel engine and a new jib. Well maintained.

New price, $10,900 OBO. www.jonesportshipyard.com info@jonesportshipyard.com

30’ Knarr Class, 1955 Skoal is a 1955 Knarr Class. See for details. www.northeastboat.com

32’ Westsail Cutter, 1975 World cruiser. Call David Perry Robinhood Marine Center 800255-5206 www.robinhoodmarinecenter.co m

33’ Crowninshield Sloop, 1919 Sir Tom is a 1910 Crowninshield design. See website for details. www.northeastboat.com

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34’ Tartan, 1971 With diesel engine. $14,500. Call 207-633-0773. www.oceanpointmarina.com info@oceanpointmarina.com

33’ Prior Coaster, 1988 Motorsailer built by RJ Prior in England in 1988 to high standards. Sails can be set and furled from inside pilot house. $68,900 Call 207-633-0773. www.oceanpointmarina.com info@oceanpointmarina.com 34’ Pacific Seacraft Stoutly built this easily handled blue water sailer is ready to head offshore backed by the strength, quality and safety inherent in these vessels. $129,000 call 207-244-7854 or email . billw@jwboatco.com

34’ John G. Hanna Gulfweed Yawl. In excellent condition. Stored indoors in Belfast.

Very fine construction throughout. Owner needs to sell. $21,500. David Etnier Boat Brokerage, 207-522-7572. www.etnierboats.com david@etnierboats.com 34’ J34 Sloop, 1989 This is no average J-Boat. She is very well maintained and it shows. $69,900. Call Gray & Gray, Inc. 207-363-7997. www.grayandgrayyachts.com

34’ Pearson, 1984 $37,500 Call David Perry Robinhood Marine Center 800-2555206 www.robinhoodmarinecenter.com 34’ Beneteau, 2004 Clean, lightly used, well instrumented, equipped & maintained with low engine hours. In-mast main, RF jib, radar, GPS, wind, depth, speed, auto-pilot, windless, dodger, etc. See complete listing & photos @ Yachtworld. $77,000 (priced to sell). 207299-3483; rob@bluenoseyachts.com http://www.yachtworld.com/boat s/2004/Beneteau-3312514712/Rockland/ME/UnitedStates#.UXv3SBmhAis pwmail@comcast.net

35’ Sloop, 1936 Pleiades Built in 1936 at the A.H. Kin yard in Hong Kong to a Ross design. Beam 8’6, draught 6’2, displacement 8 tons. Teak planking on iroco frames, teak decks, varnished mahogany deck joinery and varnished spars. New Beta diesel. A sailor’s cruising boat. Contact Islesboro Marine Enterprises, Islesboro, Maine.

207-734-6433.

36’ Gozzard 36D A well found example of the H. Ted Gozzard designed Gozzard 36D. Both modern and traditional she boasts many upgrades and special features inherent in the design. $209,900. Call 207244-7854 or email billw@jwboatco.com

36’ Cheoy Lee, 1969 Classic Cheoy Lee Luders. Fiberglass hull and deck. Volvo diesel, roller furling main and jib, full keel, two-burner stove, new head and holding tank. Sleeps 6, good condition. $37,000. 603433-2238 or 603-828-2524.

36’ Robinhood Cutter 3 from $139,500. Call David Perry, Robinhood Marine Center 800-255-5206 www.robinhoodmarinecenter.co m 36’ S2 11-C, 1982 Center cockpit; Garmin 18HD radar; 4210 plotter; water 80 gallon, diesel 75; main and 155 genoa; windless; 2 burner stove/oven; refrigerator; 10’ inflatable, 6hp Nissan. 614-2354056 dbferriman@sbcglobal.net 37’ Gulfstar Sloop, 1977 The 37’ Gulfstar is known as a safe, lively performer and this owner has owned her for approximately 30 years. He has

maintained her well along with the help of one of Maine’s finest boatyards. $35,900. Call Gray & Gray, Inc. 207-363-7997. www.grayandgrayyachts.com

40’ Bristol Sloop, 1982 Set up for cruising with heat, refrigeration, windlass, new electronics, new headsail, new head, 40hp Westerbeke, low hours.

Shade awning, sleeps 6, asking $59,500. 508-317-9220.

49’ Hinckley 49 Located at Boothbay Harbor, ME, great cruising auxiliary with two ensuite staterooms, galley, salon with fireplace two cockpits, fully equipped with thruster. Integrated GPS Map Radar. Reduced to $159,000, or partnership option. Call 315-323-1905

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9’5 Caribe C9X, 2006 with 2005 Suzuki 9.9hp 4-stroke outboard and trailer. Comes with extras, oars, lights, patch kit, flare, anchor, pump. $3400. 207439-9582 www.kpbb.net jglessner@kpyy.net 16’ Lund Laker, 2002 With a 40hp Honda and a trailer. $7,700 Contact Bamforth Marine at 207-729-3303. www.bamforthmarine.com salesandservice@bamforthmarine.com

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17’ Boston Whaler, 1967 Classic 17’ Boston Whaler Eastport in showroom condition.

1996 75hp Mariner Engine w/ less than 250hrs on it . Great running condition with trailer and many extras including, new GPS, VHF, canvas cover, dock lines, nav lights, rod holders and spray dodger. Epoxy barrier coated hull and all rails were rebedded last winter. $16,000.

207-439-3967 www.kpbb.net jglessner@kpyy.net 18’ Tidewater 180CC LOA 17’8, beam 7’9, draft 10, fuel cap. 40 gal, Max HP 115. An 18 footer that feels much bigger with a very dry ride running 40 mph. For further details, stop by Scandia Yacht Sales at Bath Subaru. 116 Main Street (Route 1), Woolwich, Maine. 207-4439781 www.scandiayachts.com

21’6 Tidewater 216CC Beam 8’6, draft 14, fuel capacity 70 gal., max. HP 225. A smooth, dry ride with big fish features; dual livewells, large fish boxes, gunwale rod storage and large console for electronics. For further details, stop by Scandia Yacht Sales at Bath Subaru. 116 Main Street (Route 1), Woolwich, Maine. 207-443-9781 www.scandiayachts.com 21’ Boston Whaler Conquest 2000 with a 2000 225hp Evinrude. Has new Garmin GPS Chart Plotter and Fish Finder too. $23,500 Contact Bamforth Marine at 207-729-3303. www.bamforthmarine.com salesandservice@bamforthmarine.com 21’ Bristol Harbor Center console. LOA 21’3-5/8, beam 8’5, draft 14. The 21CC has classic lines and is great for fishing and family cruising. For further details, stop by Scandia Yacht Sales at Bath Subaru. 116 Main Street (Route 1), Woolwich, Maine. 207-443-9781 www.scandiayachts.com

tric cooktop, bimini. æ GPH at 7 knots, range 180 knots. Located in Salem, MA, at Winter Island Yacht Yard. http://www.wiyy.net/rangertugs.html#r2141 rangertugs@wiyy.net

22’ Patten 22 Maine designed and built Patten 22 models for sale. Closed molded, full liner, fast, fuel efficient, incredibly stable, and beautifully finished. Fisherman base price $41,900. Picnic-style base price $69,900. 207-4393967. Ask for George or Tom. www.kpbb.net jglessner@kpyy.net.

22’ Pulsifer Hampton, 1995 Great condition. Offered at $27,500. Call 207-831-3168, Gulf of Maine Yacht Sales. www.boatinginmaine.com

18’ Runabout, 1996 Glass over marine plywood. All plywood coated with epoxy. Two 40hp Honda outboards with 145 hours. Radar, GPS, depth sounder, full mooring cover, trailer. $7,500. Islesboro Marine, 207-734-6433.

19’ Maritime Skiff w/trailer. On order. $30,000.

207-799-3600. www.theyachtconnection.com tyc@southportmarine.com 20’ Eastporter, 1990 New 60hp Etec, w/trailer. $11,500. 207-799-3600. www.thetyachtconnection.com tyc@southportmarine.com

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21’ Ranger Tugs R21EC 2008. $38,900. Popular R21EC available now for 2013 season.

Yanmar diesel engine, 30hp, 190 hours. Garmin Nav 440S, bow thruster, spotlight, cabin heater, refrigerator, marine toilet, elec-

Lobster cabin model powered by Honda 130hp 4-stroke w/350 hours. Very good condition. $50,000. 207-677-2024. www.pemaquidmarine.com info@pemaquidmarine.com

22’ Norwegian Snekke Huge cockpit. Diesel inboard. Offered at $19,500. 207 831-3168, Gulf of Maine Yacht Sales www.boatinginmaine.com 23’ Tidewater 230CC LOA 23’, beam 8’10, draft 15, fuel capacity 103 gal., a big 23 footer designed to be a great offshore fishing machine. For further details, stop by Scandia Yacht Sales at Bath Subaru. 116 Main Street (Route 1), Woolwich, Maine. 207-443-9781 www.scandiayachts.com

23’ Kubota Launch Traditional Kubota Diesel Launch, cedar, oak, teak. Beautifully built by Jimmy Jones 2002 East Boothbay. Like new condition with trailer. $25,000. In water Boothbay Harbor 207-841-8445.

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22’ Banks Cove 22, 2002

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24’ Mahogany Runabout, 1974 Bass Harbor Boat Company built mahogany runabout, reconstructed 2006-2008. Recently repowered with 350hp Mercruiser. $65,000. 207-244-7854 or email billw@jwboatco.com 24’ Hydra-Sports 2390, 2000 Center Console with T-Top. With a 225hp DFI Evinrude, electronics and a tandem trailer. $29,900 Contact Bamforth Marine at 207729-3303. www.bamforthmarine.com salesandservice@bamforthmarine,com 24’ Cape Island Style Trawler 2006. Custom built by Apple Island Marine. Engines 2006 115hp and 9.9hp Suzuki outboards with only 160 hrs. Excellent condition. Fully equipped and ready to go. $69,999. 603455-4083 www.appleislandmarine.com/Mi niTrawlerFullCircle.html lsw2684@comcast.net

24’ Seaway Offshore, 2012 Factory demo/photo boat. Nicely equipped and geared for the offshore fisherman. 150hp

Yamaha. Call for complete specs: 603 652-9213.

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25’ Rosborough, 2006 Volvo D-3 400hrs. Garmin. Separate head, V-berth, galley. Asking $79,900. Contact John Morin 207-691-1637. www.wilburyachts.com

24’ Grady White Offshore, 1986 22hrs on 350/260 Mercruiser w/rebuilt Alpha1 outdrive. 2011 Load-Rite trailer w/disc brakes.

Furuno radar/GPS, VHF, enclosed helm, trim-tabs. $17,000.

Call 978-761-5464 dmarsolini@yahoo.com

24’ Eastern CC, 2005 Was factory demo. Immaculate, like new, nicely optioned, 115hp Suzuki 4 stroke, 272 hrs. Varnished trim, dual axle trailer, much more. $35,000. Call 978499-7955. ksbnbpt@aol.com 25’ Hydra-Sports 2450, 1997 Walk-around, with a 2007 225hp Evinrude E-Tec. $37,000 Contact Bamforth Marine at 207-7293303. www.bamforthmarine.com

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25’ Rosborough RF246, 1993 Hull #84. (2) 1994 Honda 45hp four-stroke outboards. Fully outfitted and documented. Well maintained. Fueled and ready for the season. Hallowell, Maine. $35,000. 207-629-9180 bobauvergne@gmail.com www.tardis246.wordpress.com/ about 25’ Maritime Skiff Challenger 2009. Cuddy cabin w/double berth, marine head w/holding tank. Pilot house has galley unit, helm & companion seating, stowage. 2 aft-facing cockpit seats, transom bench seating, stowage. 83 gallons/fuel, 225 Honda 4-stroke outboard, 20hp Honda 4-stroke auxiliary. Plotter/radar, sonar, weather, depth.

Located in Maine, $69,000. www.atlanticboat.com brokerage@atlanticboat.com

25’ Ranger Tugs R25 Classic 2009. $117,500 or $122,500 with trailer. Great condition, well-maintained, one owner, garage kept. Cummins diesel engine, 150hp, 177 hours. Garmin Nav 5212, VHF, Mase 2.5KW generator, cabin heater, A/C, marine head, electric stove, refrigerator, bimini. 2GPH at 7.5 knots, Range 250 knots. FloatOn Trailer, 2-axle with electric disc brakes. Located in Salem, MA, at Winter Island Yacht Yard. www.wiyy.net/rangertugs.html#r2524 rangertugs@wiyy.net

26’ Pacific Boats Supercab 2009. Yamaha 350, trailer. Only 65 hours since new. Fast, durable and versatile. $84,900.

Contact David Etnier Boat Brokerage for details. 207-5227572. www.etnierboats.com david@etnierboats.com 28’ Wellcraft 2800, 1987 Coastal Offshore Fisherman with twin MerCruiser inboards (fairly new) loaded with extras. $10,000. Call Bamforth Marine at 207-729-3303. www.bamforthmarine.com salesandservice@bamforthmarine.com

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28’ Cape Dory Open Fisherman Softtop, 1989. The best-maintained Cape Dory 28 that we have seen. $59,900. Call Gray & Gray, Inc. 207-363-7997. www.grayandgrayyachts.com 30’ Sea Ray Weekender, 1989 Shows like 2009. Offered at $18,900. Call 207-831-3168, Gulf of Maine Yacht Sales www.boatinginmaine.com

28’ Albin 28, 2003 Flush Deck Gatsby Edition, Transom Bench Seat, Raymarine Plotter/Radar, Yanmar Diesel, New Awlgrip paint job 2011. $96,900, Belfast, ME 207-4156973 www.curtisyachtbrokerage.com 28’ Crowley Beal, 1998 6.5 Liter 300hp 1200hrs. Great commuter, Midcoast, Maine.

Asking $61,000. Contact John Morin, 207 691-1637. www.wilburyachts.com 28’ Maxum 2700, 1998 Excellent Condition. Freshwater cooled. $25,000. 207-799-3600 www.theyachtconnection.com tyc@southportmarine.com 29’ Back Cove Hardtop, 2005 A well equipped example of the very popular Back Cove 29. Her optional equipment list includes a full electronics package with a Raymarine C120 12 color display, an autopilot, GPS and radar, as well as air conditioning, Navy blue hull, windlass, inverter and much more. $143,900. Call Gray & Gray, Inc. 207-363-7997. www.grayandgrayyachts.com 29’ Dyer Hardtop, 1978 315hp Yanmar 225 hours. Galley, separate head, stored inside.

Rockland, Maine. Asking $79,000. Contact John Morin, Wilbur Yachts Brokerage, 207691-1637. www.wilburyachts.com

32’ Down East New 32’ Carroll Lowell Down East design, cedar on white oak, silicon bronze fastenings, hull, trunk, deck, done, fuel tanks, shaft, rudder installed, will finish to your custom design, work or pleasure. 508-224-3709. www.by-the-sea.com/karbottboatbuilding/ jmkarbott@aol.com

34’ Mainship Pilot, 2003 Green hull, 900 hrs., Gen, AC, bow thruster, Garmin GPS and radar. 370hp Yanmar. In the water, Boothbay Harbor. $119,900.

207-462-5660 / 5661 ernestine@jmcamper.com 31’ Eastern, 2007 Factory Demo, equipped for lobstering w/pot hauler and offshore fishing. Volvo 370 - Full Electronics. A fisherman’s dream. $115,000. Call for complete specs 603-652-9213 Easternboats@metrocast.net 31’ Duffy 31, 2006 Sportfish. Yanmar 440hp, trolling valve, bow thruster, windlass. 190 gallons fuel & 30 gallons water capacity. Compass, radar/chart plotter/sounder, VHF. Galleydown, v-berth, enclosed head.

Shore power, inverter/charger, hot/cold pressure water. Life raft. Located in New Bedford. $190,000 www.atlanticboat.com brokerage@atlanticboat.com 31’ Duffy 31, 2005 Cruiser. 370 Yanmar. Bow thruster, generator, shore power.

Compass, Furuno chart plotter w/ depth sounder, VHF. Galleydown, enclosed head, 200 gallons fuel and 60 gallons water capacity. Located in Maine. $145,000 www.atlanticboat.com brokerage@atlanticboat.com

32’ Nordic Tug, 2007 Boarding her Michelle said I could live on her! We’ve loved LESSER LIGHT 5 summers & an adventure to Key West. She’s loved us back. (3 gal/hr.) $229,950/bo. 860-550-1719. lesserlight1941@gmail.com 32’ Grand Banks Sedan, 1985. $97,500. Call David Perry Robinhood Marine Center 800-2555206 www.robinhoodmarinecenter.co m

34’ Mainship, 1979 170hp Yanmar diesel, 300 hrs.

Major refit all systems 2005 Garmin chartplotter and radar.

See at Midcoast Marine, Winterport, Maine. Owners moving on. $39,000. 207-848-4977 34.5’ Avanti Flybridge, 1996 Dual control stations, twin 454 gas engines, fresh water cooled, w/many options included, yacht condition. Asking $33,500. Located at Carousel Marina, Booth-

34’ Lobster Boat, 1952 34’ Jonesport style lobster boat Xanna II. Built 1952 of cedar on oak. New 160hp Yanmar diesel.

Nicely refurbished wheelhouse and cabin and many other improvements. Goes great. Contact Islesboro Marine Enterprises, Islesboro, Maine. 207-7346433.

34’ Sabreline, 1997 $149,500. Call David Perry,

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34’ Silverton Express, 1987 Twin 454’s run excellent. Many extras. $9,900 or b/o. Plymouth Mass. 781-223-8350. Call for details.

35’ Bruno Stillman, 1980 2001 355hp CAT 1,000 hrs, bow thruster, windlass, with major refit in 2010 incl. heat & a/c, Raymarine E120, new steering & rudder, and new salon interior.

All systems updated; this is a must see. $99,500. in Portsmouth, NH. 207-363-9212 www.grayandgrayyachts.com

35’ Novi Lobster Boat 3208T Cat, 5650 Hrs. 18’ open deck. All electronics, port-side haul, 6’ trap rack. Bristol, RI. $45,000. Call 206-920-6230 or email zarnetske@gmail.com

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36’ Shannon Downeast Flybridge, 1991. Twin 250hp Detroit Diesel, 1985 hrs. Loaded for cruising or livaboard. Two cabins, two-zone heat/air. Westerbeke Genset, Heart Inverter, 12v refrig, propane stove, Vacuflush head, Raymarine & Furuno electronics, autopilot. Branford, CT. $70,000 or best offer. Peter Thorsby, 203-353-0373. swmmdmd@hotmail.com 36’ Lobster Boat, 1973 Alley built lobster boat. New shaft and wheel in 2008. $6,000.

Can be seen at Ocean Point Marina, East Boothbay, Maine. 207633-0773. www.oceanpointmarina.com info@oceanpointmarina.com 37’ Paul Chapman Workboat 2011. New. Cedar on oak, CAT. Contact John Morin, 207-6911637 www.wilburyachts.com 37’ Duffy 37, 2002 Sportfish w/flybridge. Cat C7 445hp. 320 gallons fuel and 80 gallon water capacity. VHF, autopilot, multi-display, radar, compass, radar/plotter depth sounder. six-person liferaft, (4) offshore PDFs. Located in Maine. $234,900 www.atlanticboat.com brokerage@atlanticboat.com

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37’ Scottie-Craft, 1972 Got tuna? Maybe a flounder?

Custom-built glass sport fisherman. Family friendly. Twin Cummins turbo diesels, generator, dual stations, Furuno electronics. Carefully maintained. Recent survey high $50,000’s sell B.R.O. Pictures, details 978-7451893.

38’ Stanley, 1984 Stanley 38 Fishwife. First Stanley 38 built in 1984 and owned by the same family since her launch. She is in excellent condition. $285,000. 207-244-7854 or billw@jwboatco.com 38’ Bayliner 3818, 1982 Well maintained boat with lots of room. Great for cruising or cottage on the water. $59,900. Call 207-633-0773. www.oceanpointmarina.com info@oceanpointmarina.com

38’ Holland, 2004 Holland 38 tuna/lobster, CAT 660hp, extensively equipped and impeccably maintained. $195,000. David Etnier Boat Brokerage, 207-522-7572. www.etnierboats.com david@etnierboats.com 38’ Jarvis Newman, 1996 Cummins. Proven expeditionary 1600 mi. range. Many spare parts. Bring offers. Contact John Morin, Wilbur Yachts Brokerage, 207-691-1637. www.wilburyachts.com 38’ Fisher Fairways Trawler 1978. Twin Ford Sabre diesels, roomy, comfortable, economical, stable. Many upgrades 20102011. $117,500. call 207-4972701 or email info@jonesportshipyard.com

42’ Duffy 42, 2006 Flybridge w/tuna tower. C28 1000hp Cat. 730 gallons fuel and 125 gallons water capacity. Five helm control stations, depth/speed/fishfinder, autopilot, Loran, GPS, temperature/depth, (2) VHF, SAT phone, weather receiver, compass. (2) reverse cycle air and heat systems. Bow thruster, windlass. Eight-person liferaft, SOLAS safety equipment. $569,000 www.atlanticboat.com brokerage@atlanticboat.com Seaway Boats Now taking orders for new 2013 models. If you boat in the northern half of Maine, please contact Lake & Sea Boatworks for a quote on your new Seaway. We have been in business since 1991 and have been a Seaway dealer since 2005. Lake & Sea Boatworks offer full powerboat service & storage including Suzuki & Tohatsu outboards, fiberglass repair, wood maintenance and electronics installation. Call 207-288-8961, email, or visit our website. www.lakeandsea.com sales@lakeandsea.com

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10 1/2’ & 12’ Skiffs Maine style and quality. Epoxy bonded plywood/oak, S/S screws. Easy rowing and towing, steady underfoot. Primer paint. $1,150 and $1,500. Maxwell’s Boat Shop. Rockland, Maine.

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12’ Skiff Maxwell/Maine built, epoxy bonded ply/oak, S/S screws, bronze locks, spruce oars, gunwhale guards, finish paint. Easy row/tow. Very stable/lightweight. $1,100. 772-631-6845. frankjmuller@aol.com 14’ Piscataqua Wherry, 2008 With oars.

Sailing capability. Almost like new. Designed by Bay of Maine Boats. Generously donated to Camp Waban; get

yourself a wonderful boat and support our non-profit at the same time. Valued at $5,000.

207-324-7955 x644. Ask for the Camp Director. arossignol@waban.org Abandoned Boat Sale 25’ Oday $1200, 26’ Paceship $2500. Handy Boat Service, 207-781-5110. handyboat.com handyboat@maine.rr.com Waterfront Property Location, location, location.

Grand Manan Island. Year-round two-bedroom house, bath porch - garage. View of: lighthouse, ferry, whales, eagles. $400,000. Jack, 603-772-7138.

Delivery Captain Your power or sail boat delivered wherever you need it. Owners welcome on deliveries. Also available for instruction. Captain Tim. 603-770-8378. dotgale38.googlepages.com tphsails@comcast.net

Canvas Cleaning This year, have Gemini Canvas service your bimini or dodger.

Professionally cleaned w/ water-

repellent treatment. No dip-dunk tanks, only industry approved cleaners that work. We ship UPS, call us at 207-596-7705. www.geminicanvas.com Offshore Passage Opportunities Your Offshore Sailing Network.

Sail for free on OPB’s. Learn by doing. Gain Quality Sea time towards your lifetime goals. Sail on different boats with different skippers to learn what works and what does not. Want to be a paid skipper? Build seatime and network with pro skippers. We are the crew network for the ARC, Caribbean 1500, NARC, World ARC Rally, Salty Dog Rally, Newport/Bermuda Race and delivery skippers worldwide.

Stop By

PROVISIONS

Stock-Up Stay Prepared Sail Away

The Niblic Provisions & Gifts Marine Essentials...Island Necessities at the Chebeague Island Boat Yard gourmet coffee & baked goods wine & cheese Live beer, soda & ice Lobsters 207-846-1015 soups & sandwiches theniblic@chebeague.net Maine made gifts & clothing Chebeague Island, Maine

chebeagueislandboatyard.com

43°47'N 69°54'W

Holbrook’s General Store An historic spot, in the heart of Cundy’s Harbor

Groceries, Native foods, Wine, Beer, Local collectibles and more.

Call your Fresh Fish order in advance: 207-725-0022 9am - 7pm VHF channel 6 - call ahead, we'll have your order ready!

Fuel * Ice * Pump Out Station available

Come sit a spell while having a bite to eat.

1/4 pound lobster rolls BLLT (bacon, lettuce, lobster, tomato) wraps Hearty sandwiches-vegetarian too Hand-tossed pizza Maine made Gifford's Ice cream ~ Homemade whoopie-pies

Convenient call-ahead orders.

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T O W N L A N D I N G O N I S L E A U H A U T, M E The "little store" welcomes you fully stocked.

FULL SELECTION OF GROCERIES, FRESH MEAT, FISH, PRODUCE, BEER, WINE, ICE, HARDWARE, SOUVENIRS AND MORE. YA R D S F R O M T H E

Tel/fax 207.335.5211

www.theislandstore.net www.pointseast.com

Pearls Seaside Market is full of provisions.

Fully stocked grocery selection, wine & beer, original candy counter, island art & homemade soaps.

Easy deepwater dockside access Cliff Island, Casco Bay, Maine 207-766-2312 Daily 9-7 www.pearlsseasidemarketandcafe.com

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Helping Sailors Sail Offshore Since 1993. Learn more and join online at www.sailopo.com or call-1800-4-PASSAGe (1-800472-7724). Keep the Dream Alive for the cost of a good winch handle. www.sailopo.com Compass Adjustments From Kittery to Castine. Call Pathfinder Compass Service at 207-318-0345. www.mainecompassadjuster.co m penbaydw@maine.rr.com Repower & Refit Considering repower or refit upgrades to your boat? Our two locations offer you in-house, factory trained technicians ready to address your upgrades to the highest standards. Stop by or give us a call, we’d be happy to talk about your options. Kittery Point Yacht Yard. 207-439-9582, Eliot yard 207-439-3967. www.kpyy.net jglessner@kpyy.net.

Fiberglass Repair Position Permanent, year-round position available for Fiberglass/Composite Structure Repair Technician.

Yankee Marina is a full-service marina and boatyard. Please send resume with cover letter summarizing work experience to www.yankeemarina.com deborah@yankeemarina.com Slips & Moorings in N.H. Limited dockside slips and protected moorings available in pristine Great Bay, New Hampshire. Leave trailering behind and chase the big stripers more

often. Reasonable rates. Great Bay Marine 603-436-5299 or email@greatbaymarine.com Boat Storage Kittery Point Yacht Yard has two waterfront locations with plenty of off-season storage space available. Store with KPYY and our full service yard and factory trained technicians are available if you need us. Call to join our family of customers: 207-4399582 or email jglessner@kpyy.net.

Handyman Service Besides residential and commercial construction, Maine Coast Construction also offers a Handyman Service to take care of those maintenance jobs on your list so you’re free to pursue your passion - boats & boating.

Contact us with your to-do list today. Serving Mid Coast Maine since 1968. 207-236-6000. 107 Elm Street, Camden, Maine wwwmainecoastconstruction.co m Moorings Available Boothbay Region Boatyard has seasonal moorings available, $950. We are located in well protected Ebenecook Harbor, with free launch service, parking, showers, laundry and a well stocked ship store. Email Amy or call us at 207-633-2970. www.brby.com dockmaster@brby.com Mercury, Yamaha Service Kennebunkport Marina has the only factory trained Mercury and Yamaha technicians located on the water in Kennebunkport to

Member of SAMS and ABYC Power & Sail Vessels to 65 feet Wood and Fiberglass Condition & Value and Pre-purchase Appraisals Project Consultation

KENT THURSTON Serving Maine (207) 948-2654 www.maineboatstuff.com

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service all of your mechnical needs. www.kennebunkportmarina.com managerkport@roadrunner.com Power Boat Rental Kennebunkport Marina now offers a power boat rental program. Come pick out your boat and go fishing for the big one.

Call 207-967-3411. www.kennebunkportmarina.com managerkport@roadrunner.com Kennebunkport Boat Club Kennebunkport Marina is unveiling The Kennebunkport Boat Club. Call 967-3411 for details.

Become a charter member of The Kennebunkport Boat Club. www.kennebunkportmarina.com managerkport@roadrunner.com

More Heated Storage at Gamage Shipyard Worry-free heated storage, conscientious care in new building.

South Bristol offers ideal location amid Midcoast Maine’s spectacular cruising grounds.

Competitive rates. Fine repair services, too. Reserve now: 207644-8181. gamageshipyard.com gamage@tidewater.net Dockage Portland Harbor Seasonal/transient slips available for 2013. Slips include power, water, clean showers/laundry facilities, restaurant on site & dinghy dock in Portland’s Old Port. Call (207) 767-4729. www.sunset-marina.com info@sunset-marina.com Seasonal Moorings Handy Boat as one of Maine’s premier boat yards, located in the heart of Casco Bay, has seasonal moorings available for up to 65’. Enjoy all our new restaurant and marine facilities have to offer. Call now for this great opportunity. 207-781-5110 http://handyboat.com/

Sea Kayaks Two Chesapeake Lightcraft 17 ft sea kayaks in perfect condition.

Handcrafted in Marblehead. Fully equipped with branch paddles, skirts, vest, float bags and pump. Each kits cost $900 and took 120 hours to make - that is 15 full days of labor to make.

Just $600 over the kit price, plus all the extras. 781-631-0085 or email. $1500 each - cash and carry. pblaisdell@verizon.net

Selling or Buying?

We are always happy to discuss either when it comes to quality, well-maintained boats. Both recreational and commercial.

Consider utilizing the services of a broker who shares your passion for boats and boating.

David Etnier Boat Brokerage.

Contact David at 207-522-7572. www.etnierboats.com david@etnierboats.com

Listings Wanted Quality commercial fishing vessel listings wanted. Maine fishermen should consider listing their vessels with David Etnier Boat Brokerage for prompt service and knowledgeable and effective sales effort. Reasonable commission. Please contact David directly to learn more. 207-5227572. www.etnierboats.com david@etnierboats.com

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Selling your boat?

Do you have a boat to sell or looking to buy? Call 207-8313168. Gulf of Maine Yacht Sales www.boatinginmaine.com

Moorings Available Atlantic Boat Company has moorings available for the 2013 season. Nightly, weekly, and seasonal. Located in Brooklin on Herrick Bay at 44*15.65N 68*31.90W. Call 207-359-4658 or e-mail www.atlanticboat.com service@atlanticboat.com

Business for Sale Kayak, canoe, bike rental (delivery) service. Great location in Blue Hill, Maine. 70 kayaks, 9 canoes, 15 bikes, paddles, life vests, etc. Furnished house and storage. 2 pick-ups. Additional equipment. Seasonal or yearround, your choice. Extensive customer base. 207-374-3600.

Help Wanted - Rigger Eastern Yacht Sales is looking for a rigger/installer. Sailboat experience a plus. Pay with benefits according to experience.

Hingham location. Email resume to ellen@easternyacht.com

Points East Crew Match Points East crewmatch is a free service provided by Points East Magazine that connects captains and crew for racing and cruising events. Below is a partial list of those who have signed up. For a complete list, see our website, www.pointseast.com/crewmatch.shtml

NEED CREW Cruise Penobscot/Blue Hill Bay Marsha, 58, with many years of boating experience, looking for crew for leisurely cruising in August on Cape Dory 30' cutter.

207-233-8714 mjlawson118@gmail.com Delivery Crew Short Notice delivery crew to

bring a 40' Catamaran from St. Martin to Kennebunk Maine.

207-216-0104 Email: duffyd04043@gmail.com Looking for 1 crew O'Day Daysailer II for lake and bay day sailing. Flexible schedule, weekdays and weekends.

Just looking for 1 crew, experienced in rigging and sailing DS II. Telephone: 207-342-3161

CHARTER & RENTAL “We’re on the job, so you can be on the water.”

Charter Maine!

Bareboat • Crewed • Power • Sail Trawlers • DownEast Cruisers

Yacht North Charters

Email: jalden@aldenet.net

WANT TO CREW Mother/Teen Looking for ways to be closer to my daughter. We have no experience sailing but would love the chance to help out in the midcoast area. Contact: 207-4496631 Bath Telephone: 207-449-6631

Penobscot Bay/Points East Former sailor returning to the sport after years in the mountains. Former boat owner (Pearson Triton, Pearson 30, Bristol 35.5). Cruising, round the buoys racing. Flexible schedule. Male, age 61, fit, personable. Located Tenants Harbor. 415-845-5783 jefoley3@gmail.com

Reserve YOUR Island Now! www.island40.com Charles Andrew

www.robinhoodmarinecenter.com

Tessie Ann

Georgetown, Maine 800-255-5206 Sundeck model now available

Charter Phoenix 40’ C&C Maine & Caribbean Boat is well equipped with in-boom furling main and electric furling jib.

Contact Jan at Bayview Rigging & Sails Inc.

207-846-8877

182 Christopher Rd, Suite 1, North Yarmouth, ME 04097-6733 207-221-5285 • info@yachtnorth.com • www.yachtnorth.com

W omen Under Sail Live Aboard Sailing Instructions - Casco Bay, Maine LUXURY CHARTERS

For Women ~By Women, Aboard 44’ Avatrice

“ If you can learn to sail in Maine, you can sail anywhere.”

e-mail: sailing@gwi.net

www.womenundersail.com

For charter reservations call: (207) 244-5511 www.MorrisCharters.com

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207-865-6399

Spend the day, or a few hours

100 essex street mystic 860.536.6588 www.mysticshipyard.com

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Advertiser index Allied Boat Works

, 112

Atlantic Outboard

98

Hampton River Marina

Hamlin's Marina

21, 98 73

New England Marine & Industrial

62

Niemiec Marine

21, 76

Bamforth Marine

22

Handy Boat Service

Bayview Rigging & Sails

48

Hansen Marine Engineering

Bee’s Knees

32

Harbor Embroidery

119

Northeast Boat

Belfast Harbor Fest

45

Harbor Fish Market

110

nv-charts

Beta Marine

99

Harraseeket Lunch and Lobster Co.

95

Ocean Point Marina

115

Black Rock Sailing School

41

Haut Insurance Agency

36

Padebco Custom Yachts

111

24

Hinckley Yacht Services

21, 76, 81, 82

Bluenose Yacht Sales

101

Boatwise Boothbay Region Boatyard

21, 74, 76

Bowden Marine Service Brewer Plymouth Marine Brewer Yacht Yard Burr Brothers Boats Capt. Jay Michaud Marine Surveys Carousel Marina Chase, Leavitt & Co. Chebeague Island Boat Yard City of Newport Conn. DEP Cottrell Boatbuilding CPT Autopilot

57

Holbrook's Snack Bar & General Store Island Store

42, 123 123

North East Rigging Systems

92 118 59

Parker’s Boat Yard, Inc.

60

PassageMaker Magazine

15

Paul's Marina

89

99

Pearls Seaside Market & Cafe

21, 76

J & W Marine, Inc.

98

Penobscot Bay Rendezvous

127

J-Way Enterprises

21 121 60, 89 54

J.R. Overseas Jackson’s Hardware John Williams Boat Company Jonesport Shipyard

21 119 63

81

North Sails Direct

Islesboro Marine Enterprises

123 67

Penobscot Marine Museum

113

Phoenix

125

Pickering Wharf Marina

40

57, 114

Pierce Yacht Co.

61

92

Piper Boatworks

42

Pope Sails

73

34, 123

Journey's End Marina

100

Kennebunkport Marina

110

Portland Yacht Services

45

Kent Thurston Marine Surveyor

124

Regatta Promotions

71

88, 113 50

Kingman Yacht Center

124

Kittery Point Yacht Yard

Crocker's Boatyard

21

Lake and Sea Boatworks

Crosby Yacht Yard

89

Landfall Navigation

Custom Communications

63

Linda Bean’s Maine Lobster

43

Custom Float Services

7 36, 122

21, 76

21, 76, 81, 82

Robinhood Marine Center

21, 23, 81, 114, 125

21, 112

Rockland Yacht Club

70

53

Royal River Boatyard

48, 89

33

Rumery's Boat Yard

21,44

128

Russo Marine

Lock One Marina & Shipyard, LLC

99

S.W. Boatworks

David Etnier Boat Brokerage

115

Maine Boats, Homes & Harbors

32

Salty Boats of Maine

David Virtue

118

19 55 100

Maine Coast Construction

26

Sawyer & Whitten

DiMillo's Yacht Sales

89

Maine Island Trail Association

47

Scandia Yachts

Dockwise

14

Maine Pumpout Stations

Dolphin Marina & Restaurant

95

Maine Sailing Partners

East Marine

89

Maine Veterinary Referral Center

Eastern Yacht Sales

98

Maine Yacht Center

35,89

Eastern Yacht Sales of Maine, LLC

26

Manchester Marine

21, 81, 99

Edgewood Yacht Club

40

Maptech

17

South Port Marine Yacht Connection

Farrin’s Boatshop

62

Marblehead Trading Company

81

Stur-dee Boat

93

Forrest Pirovano

34

Marples Marine

Sudbury Boat Care Products

58

Theriault Marine Consultant

50

Fred J. Dion Yacht Yard Front Street Shipyard Gamage Shipyard Gemini Marine Canvas Golight

21, 76 31

Hamilton Marine

126 Points East August 2013

21, 76

SK Marine Electronics

81

Sound Marine Diesel

99

South Port Marine

21, 22, 77

Turnstone Marine Survey, LLC

101

Vacu Wash

60

Mine-ly Titles, Inc.

120

Wayfarer Marine

88

Mobile Marine Canvas

12, 21

Hallett Canvas & Sails

120

117

121

Great Bay Marine

Gulf of Maine Yacht Sales

100

21

Shape Fabrication

Milton Cat

115

Grundy Insurance

37

114

Seal Cove Boatyard

Miliner Marine Services

122

Gray & Gray, Inc.

Great Provincetown Schooner Regatta

Merri-Mar Yacht Basin

86, 87

81, 82, 111

61 21, 22

Wilbur Yachts

Morris Service

21, 27

Winter Island Yacht Yard

117 100 11, 21, 66, 82

Whiting Marine

Moose Island Marine

115

99 60 21, 42

93

Morris Yachts Luxury Charters

125

Winterport Marine

77

Mystic Shipyard Kayak Rentals

125

Women Under Sail

52, 125

Yacht North Charters

54, 125

114 18 2, 50

Nauset Marine Navtronics New England Boatworks

98 82, 111 21, 25

40

Yankee Marina & Boatyard Yarmouth Boatyard

5, 21, 51, 81 81, 98

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WELCOME

Discover ‘the Brewer Difference’ Cruising New England this summer? Brewer marinas offer the finest facilities, amenities and services at 22 beautiful and unique locations.

Come visit us for a night, a week or the entire summer. Enjoy a dip in the pool, dinner at a restaurant, sparkling showers, free WiFi and friendly staff. Stay at a Brewer location and receive a Cruising Club card good for discounts at other Brewer locations along the way.

Storing at Brewer this winter? Expect the same level of quality and care for winter service and safe storage at Brewer. You - and your boat - will appreciate it next season!

Discover the Difference. Become a Preferred Member by staying with Brewer for a season - or year round - and earn free nights, fuel discounts and other benefits.

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(203) 488-8329 (860) 526-5560 (860) 767-0001 (860) 536-2293 (860) 388-3260 (203) 359-4500 (203) 377-4477 (860) 399-7906

Maine South Freeport

(207) 865-3181

New York

(508) 564-6327 (508) 746-4500 (978) 740-9890

Glen Cove Greenport Mamaroneck Port Washington Stirling Harbor

Massachusetts N. Falmouth Plymouth Salem

Rhode Island (516) 671-5563 (631) 477-9594 (914) 698-0295 (516) 883-7800 (631) 477-0828

Barrington Greenwich Bay Portsmouth Warwick Wickford

(401) 246-1600 (401) 884-1810 (401) 683-3551 (401) 884-0544 (401) 884-7014

You’re invited to Wyeths by Water, Port Clyde.

Wyeths by Water is a new treat for you as you cruise the Maine coast, and is exclusive to Port Clyde.

Grab a mooring and start with breakfast at our new Port Kitchen in the General Store or a lobster roll for lunch at the Dip Net. Then climb aboard the Linderin Losh for Wyeths by Water. Captain Dennis Leight will take you by the sites of emotionally powerful paintings by Andrew Wyeth and Jamie Wyeth, and show you how N.C. Wyeth incorporated Port Clyde area images into classic book illustrations, American school textbooks, and Coca-Cola ads.

ITINERARY #1: PORT CLYDE & THE SAINT GEORGE RIVER See the Olson House from the water, the exact orientation of Andrew Wyeth’s Christina’s World (MOMA, New York).

Wyeths by Water: see it for yourself!

ITINERARY #2: OUTLYING ISLANDS See Island Funeral (Hotel Dupont, Wilmington), and Black Spruce Ledge (shown here), both by NC Wyeth. Allen and Benner Islands beckon us to Betsy James Wyeth’s world as featured in Architectural Digest (June & July 2003).

ITINERARY #3: CANNIBAL SHORE A journey past Roaring Spout, by Forest Gump’s Marshall Point Lighthouse, up to Southern Island Lighthouse, owned

by Jamie Wyeth and previously by his parents Betsy and Andrew Wyeth. A beach cookout near my Tenants Harbor lobster buying wharf can be added to this tour by appointment.

Limited edition and signed Wyeth art prints are available at the gallery in The Store Upstairs (over the Port Clyde General Store).

Have a great summer, and see you in Port Clyde!

N.C.Wyeth, Black Spruce Ledge (“Time and Tide”), 1941, egg tempera

Plan a trip!

Excursions on the Linderin Losh, Linda’s 42’ Royal Lowell lobster boat may be booked in advance: 207.372.6600 or LindaBeansPerfectMaine.com/WyethsByWater