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Features
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Inspired by the Chesapeake: Meet Phillip Smith, Woodworker
When Phillip Smith repurposed his front porch steps into a wooden crab as a gift for his wife, it led to a booming business. Interview by Gwen Mayes
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Bay People: Colleen Moore, Breaking the Mold in the Marine Industry
A Q&A with an ABYC Master Technician about how she earned qualifications—and respect—working in marine services. By Chelsea Co
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Welcome to the U.S. Sailboat Show in Annapolis
Tips on navigating the U.S. Sailboat Show October 13-17, new boats and products to check out, and more activities to make the most of your time at the show.
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See the Bay: What’s New in Annapolis 2022?
For visitors to the U.S. Sailboat Show, here are latest restaurants, shuttle options, and things everyone should do at least once while visiting Maryland’s capital.
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The Next Generation of Cruisers
For the determined 20- or 30-something, finding the time, money, and experience to start living aboard and cruising full time is possible. By Kelsey Bonham
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Bluewater Dreaming: What Kind of Cruiser Are You?
Understanding your “cruising personality” enhances your long-term cruising enjoyment.
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Fall Is for Racing on the Chesapeake!
Upcoming championships, CRAB Cup, A2C Lighthouse Challenge, NASS Oxford Race, Harbor 20 Championships, and more sailboat racing news. presented by Mount Gay ruM
Mark Hergan of Deadrise Marine Photography took this month’s cover shot of Holly Tilford aboard the FarEast 28 Monkey Business at the Baltimore City Yacht Association’s Tuesday Night Racing Series. The club’s Harbor Cup takes place October 15.
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44 Farewell to Friends: Anne Borland
48 Chesapeake Calendar presented by the boatyard bar & Grill
54 Chesapeake Tide Tables presented by bay shore Marine
56 Start Sailing Now: Totally Infatuated With Rigging and the Upper Chesapeake
58 Where We Sail: Sea Level Rise and Coastal Resilience By Kelsey Bonham presented by herrinGton harbour
64 Stories of the Century
69 Care and Feeding of Your Steering System
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142 Biz Buzz
143 SpinSheet Monthly Subscription Form
144 Brokerage Section: Used Boats for Sale
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160 Classic Boat: The Nantucket Alerion: A Classic Reinvented By Tom Darling of Conversations With Classic Boats
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100 The Shop Down the Lane in a Boat Town By John Herlig
102 A Wandering Sailor’s Portrayal of Liveaboard Life By Emily Greenberg
104 A Day To Remember By Neil Ross
109 Charter Notes: Discovering the Hidden Gems in Croatia
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140 Small Boat Scene: Shorter Days, Cooler Temps, Cozy Boats By Kim Couranz
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There’s No Place Like It
The image of Dorothy clicking her ruby slippers to make her way back home in “The Wizard of Oz” made an impression on me as a kid. It comes back to mind in airports when I’m facing a long journey. Even after a great vacation, at some point I feel the draw of the familiar, a desire to return home. In this busy travel year, I’ve spent more time than usual considering what home means to me. While traveling, I always pose the question, “Could I live here?”
Nah, I said to myself about Sedona, AZ, although I’d like to go back and hike more among the red rocks and cacti. I’d miss fall, I noted about St. John, as much as I savored the sunsets and sounds of the tree frogs at night. Maybe, I thought while hiking across spring snow, taking in gor geous mountain views outside of Denver, CO.
Nope, I said to myself while running across a crowded, 90-degree Times Square on the way to a show—even if it was one of the top giddy moments of summer. Yes, but no, I thought while taking a boat ride around Point State Park in my hometown
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of Pittsburgh, PA. Pretty, but doesn’t feel like home, I reflected as I dipped my toes into the Pacific on the central coast of California last month.
Last weekend, I accepted a last-minute invitation to sail in the Hospice Cup aboard the Cherubini 44 Bennu with Julianne Fettus. We motored down the Severn to the start line off Annapolis for a one-hour postponement on a flat calm morning, happy that we’d brought lots of sandwiches and cookies, not to mention a lighthearted crew.
A friend texted Julianne to say, “dead calm at the mouth of the Choptank,” which didn’t bode well for the predicted light southerly breeze. An hour later, a light breeze filled in. The race commit tee sent us off on a long course, eliciting eyeball rolls and groans from the crew, yet they were right to do so, as the breeze picked up even more—thank you, race committee!
On the last leg of a terrific race, we sailed with the breeze on our nose, Thom as Point Shoal Light and multiple racing fleets off in the distance, including a line of Navy boats looking picture perfect with
their navy and yellow spinnakers against a blue-sky backdrop. As I sat on the rail with the wind and sun on my face, soak ing in this scene—déjà vu—I thought, Yes! It’s still one of the places on this planet that feels right to me.
If you’re lucky enough to live here, too, make sure to share the Chesapeake with friends and family. Take someone new on a boat ride. If you’re visiting for the U.S. Sailboat Show or a Navy weekend, welcome! In this issue, you’ll find tips for navigating the show (page 70) and for things to do in Annapolis (page 92), cruising stories, racing coverage (including Hospice Cup on page 134), and more.
Thank you for reading SpinSheet, the Chesapeake Bay’s sailing magazine since 1995, and the only sailing magazine on the East Coast that publishes 12 issues per year. Come see us at Land Space 19 at the U.S. Sailboat Show October 13-17.
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Reader Photos
Pure Joy Wayne Cassady sent us this shot of his grandson steering Southern Cross “to share the pure joy on his face from being onboard. He only cried once the whole trip and that was the last day because we had to go home. This is on Kentucky Lake, so no connection to the Chesapeake, but we intend to connect all the grandchildren to the Chesapeake over time since so far they seem like little water dogs.”
Family Sail
Kate, Amelia, and Alex on their Swan 45.
Sailing kids!
Mike and Kathleen Albert sent this photo taken at the MidAtlantic Small Craft Festival in St Michaels last October. They noted, “This five-person, kids-only crew was sailing a Lowndes Johnson skiff (only two ever built, a precursor to the Comet). The crew ranged in age from 10 to 13 years old. They got second place in the mixed regatta. They had a blast out there sailing!”
Thanks for sending this great shot! Just so you know, the only thing that kept it from being a cover shot was that the resolution was not quite high enough! Keep taking great pictures of young sailors and sending them, as we’re always open to publishing them. ~M.W.
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All About Log Canoes
David Ostwind sent us this cool photo of “John Jenkins reading SpinSheet with Jenkins Sails on the cover and the log canoes behind him.”
Island Girl at Rock Hall
This photo of Leslie Gross was snapped by her daughter Paloma aboard Island Girl out of Blue Crab Chesapeake Charters in Rock Hall, MD. Thanks to Capt. Mark Einstein for sending it!
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For the Love of Schooners
It never ceases to impress. Every Octo ber, when a fleet of schooners jockeys for position to cross the start line of the Great Chesapeake Schooner Race (GCB SR), sailors of all stripes take notice. The impressive vessels, which typically range from 12 to 125 feet in length, are quite a sight as they gracefully move down the Bay.
Thursday, October 6, beginning at noon, more than 30 vessels will sail approximately 130 miles in five classes from a start line near the Bay Bridge south to the finish in Norfolk. Special events on land begin Tuesday, October 4 and conclude Mon day October 10. In the days before and after the race, educational programming is conducted, and the public is invited to view the vessels and join a Sea Chantey Singalong. Find details at gcbsr.org.
For the inside scoop, we asked veteran GCBSR skipper Duncan Hood six ques tions about the race. Here are his eloquent answers.
For someone who knows nothing about the race, what would be a couple of exciting things to learn?
Over the past 33 years, the Great Chesa peake Bay Schooner Race has become the premiere annual event featuring classic schooners from up and down the East Coast. Formed as a fundraising event for charities along the shores of the Chesa peake Bay after a challenge between the tugantine Norfolk Rebel and Pride of Baltimore, the race has raised and donated well over $400,000 for various charities in Maryland and Virginia to promote the his tory and ecology of the Bay.
Racing overnight from Annapolis to Norfolk, a total of 127 miles, schooners
and crews are treated to the best and worst of the Chesapeake’s weather. The strat egy is simple: get there first. The devil is in the details here and strategies need to account for tides, waves, winds, fish traps, shipping, storms, and calms. It’s a chal lenge. It’s also exhausting, nerve wracking and frustrating, resulting in a challenge with deep personal rewards for those who choose to participate.
Which schooner has competed in the most races?
The winner there would be Steve Briggs and his tugantine, Norfolk Rebel. Steve’s dad, Lane, started the race, and Steve has done every event since then, a total of 33 as of this October.
Why is it important for schooners and their captains and crew to come together annually?
Schooners are a link to our seafaring heritage, both past and present, and relate to our shipping industry even today. It was schooners that played a great part in the founding of our coun try during the Revolutionary War and that were the important vessels of com merce through the age of sail, bringing foreign goods to our shores and seafood to our tables.
By sailing in the race, captains and crews are reminded of those days while having a chance to test their skills on these classic boats. It’s a challenge to continued on page 28
# The 2021 GCBSR. Photo by Al Schreitmueller
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push these boats down the Bay, and the rewards, measured in terms of accomplishment, are significant, not to mention the bragging rights associated with the feat.
Finally, there is nothing quite so sublime and beautiful as a classic schooner under a cloud of sail making her way over the horizon to distant ports unknown. Despite the years, the romance stays with us all.
How much money has been raised in the virtual race?
Over the past three years, the virtual race, started in 2020 as an answer to the challenges of Covid, has raised more than $140,000 (in addition to the monies raised by the physical race) for various charities along the Chesapeake Bay from Maryland to Virginia. Each boat chooses a non-profit to race for/with, and together they fundraise over a four-day period, with all proceeds
going to the charity. The boat/charity with the greatest amount raised wins!
Why did race organizers decide to let non-schooners compete as an invitational class?
In 2022, in order to increase the reach of our event and its impact on our non-profit charities on the Bay, an “N” class was created to include classic boats that reflect the character and spirit of the race but that are not necessarily schooners. These boats can include classic designed ketches, yawls, or sloops. Entry in the N class is juried based on a boat’s design and pedigree. The challenges are the same, but the scope of the race and its recognition have increased.
When was your first GCBSR and how many times have you participated aboard Adventurer?
My first race was with my uncle, Art Birney, in 1997, and I have participated in each race since then. I guess that would be 25 years/races now. Art has since passed on, but I keep his spirit alive by campaigning and showing his boat at festivals and races around the Mid-Atlantic region and in New England. #
# Bennu under sail in the Invitational class, with owner Julianne Fettus at the helm competing in the 2021 race. Photo by Al Schreitmueller
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Science Confirms Our Suspicions: Sailing Is the Ultimate Well-Being Workout
In our post-pandemic, hybrid workfrom-home lifestyles, going for a walk or run in the countryside, a hike, or even a stroll in your local park are simple ways to get outdoors. Pro fessor Charles Spence, from Oxford University’s Crossmodal Research Laboratory, believes there is an even greater prize out there: getting out on the water.
The professor, commissioned by coatings manufacturer AkzoNobel, collated his findings from 20 separate research papers on health and wellbe ing, covering stress reduction, anxiety reduction, aggression reduction, ADHD symptom reduction, blood pressure reduction, reduced obesity, asthma and allergy reduction, better sleep, better mental health, increased prosocial behaviours and social con nectedness, improved post-operative
# Those of us lucky enough to get out on boats benefit from the “blue gym” effect. Photo by SpinSheet
recovery, improved birth outcomes, improved child development, improved heart health, improved pain control, better eyesight, and improved mortality.
The results are definitive. Swap ping green space for blue space
means people can super-charge their senses and get the ultimate wellbeing workout, something he calls the “blue gym effect.”
Professor Spence, in his new paper entitled “Multisensory Well-being and Boating” (which will be published in
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peer review journals), states: “Socalled blue space has even greater health and well-being benefits than green space.
“While the effect is often con sidered in terms of vision—perhaps unsurprising given that we are so visually dominant—there is a growing awareness of just how important the sounds of water and wildlife are to the beneficial effects of nature.
“The results of research conducted in national parks across North Ameri ca revealed that the sounds of water had the biggest positive effect on health and positive affect outcomes. (They) have also been shown to pro vide an effective foil to the stress-in ducing anthropogenic noise of urban, typically transport, activities.”
Away from the sound of water itself, associated sounds of the coast and boating also have strong positive connections. The sound of a spinna ker rattling in the breeze, the wind in the sails, and the buzz of a powerboat motor starting up are all referenced by Professor Spence.
“Being by the beach has restorative and sleep-enhancing functions… The human immune system likely also benefits from increased exposure to bio diversity, to microorganisms in bacteria, protozoa, and helminths, when out in nature.
“One of the simplest, not to men tion most effective, ways to reduce the nearly 12 million working days that are lost every year in the UK due to stress, depression, or anxiety is to get out into nature, better still if we can get out onto the water.”
The difference between passively going to the sea or to a lake, versus be ing out on the water, was another area explored by Spence as he sought to un derstand the best well-being workout.
Professor Spence says: “The dif ference between being literally on the water rather than simply being close to it links to increasingly popular notions of ‘embodied cognition:’ the basic idea that we think with, and through, our bodies and not just with our brains.
“Being on the water promotes bodily awareness, given that we presumably
need to pay attention to maintain our balance. It encourages a kind of mind ful presence in the activity involved… Navigating on the water requires more attention to one’s surroundings than simply walking, an activity we can do on autopilot.”
AkzoNobel’s yacht coatings division, which commissioned the study, seeks to empower and support boat owners to tap into that feeling—of joy, adrenaline or calm—by getting out on the water to enjoy their boat.
Matt Anzardo, global yacht segment manager at AkzoNobel Yacht Coatings, says: “(Our) team share that love for boat ing; it’s the foundation of our research, technologies, and innovations.
“As well as those sights, sounds and smells that all promote health, we know boat owners want their vessels looking and performing at their best. That’s where we come in, with market-leading, innova tive, sustainable, and beautifully aesthetic products for all kinds of vessels.”
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If you missed the first couple of fall speaker events at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum (CBMM) in September, don’t despair! There are three more events coming up. Email questions to registration@cbmm.org. Register online at cbmm.org.
October 20: Our Coming Coast—A Panel Discussion about Climate Change in our Chesapeake Communities. As part of his series “The Coming Coast,” photographer Michael O. Snyder met and photographed a diverse group of people who are actively working to hold back and adapt to the rising tides in the Chesapeake. This panel discussion brings together many of those photographed in “The Coming Coast” for a shared discussion about how individuals from different backgrounds, lifeways, and perspectives can find com mon ground and work together to protect a shared resource. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Van Lennep Auditorium. Cost: Suggested ticket price of $8 per participant with lim ited tickets available.
November 2: Shaping a Landscape—The Archaeology and History of People in the Chesapeake. Over millennia, people have been powerfully shaped by the environ ment, while in turn working to transform the landscapes in which they live. The results can be surprising and rich in their variety and scale. Join Dr. John L. Seidel, director of Washington College’s Center for Environment and Society, as he ex plores the trajectory of people and cultures in the Chesapeake over long spans of time, drawing on archaeology, history, and other disciplines, while looking for patterns and lessons that help us as we move into an uncertain future. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Van Lennep Auditorium. Cost: $8 per participant with a 20 percent discount for CBMM members. Register before Novem ber using code EARLY for an additional discount.
November 17: Our Common Table with Chef John Shields. Chef John Shields, otherwise known as the Culinary Ambassa dor of the Chesapeake Bay, has been cook
ing nearly his whole life and has devoted his career and life to celebrating and pro tecting the Chesapeake region. In this talk, Chef Shields will share his call to action to rebuild our local food economy by promot ing healthy, local, Bay and body friendly food that brings us all to a common table.
5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Van Lennep Au ditorium. Cost: $20 per participant, with a 20 percent discount for CBMM members. Register before November using code EARLY for an additional discount.
# Photographer Michael O. Snyder will conduct the panel discussion “Our Coming Coast” on October 20. Photo by Michael O. Snyder
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The New Maryland Dove Sets Sail
The new Maryland Dove, an 84-foot wooden ship from His toric St. Mary’s City (HSMC), visited Annapolis September 9-11 to kickoff the yearlong celebration of the newly built and iconic ship, giving the public an opportunity to glimpse what traveling by water was like for the first European settlers.
In 2018, HSMC announced that the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum (CBMM) had been selected to build a brand-new Maryland Dove The ship, a replica of the 17th-century trading vessel that accompanied the first European settlers to what is now Maryland, is owned by the state of Maryland, and operated and main tained by the Historic St. Mary’s City Commission. An earlier ver sion of the ship, built in the 1970s by Cambridge’s Jim Richardson, was nearing the end of its useful life and decades of new research meant that a
new ship could be designed to be a more historically accurate representation of the original Maryland Dove
After four years of planning, design ing, and construction, on August 27, the newly built Maryland Dove arrived home in Historic St. Mary’s City. This iconic ship will now travel to several ports around the Chesapeake Bay to celebrate her completion. With assistance from the Maryland Heritage Authority and a Multi-Heritage Area Grant, the first port of call was at the City Dock in An napolis in September.
Peter Friesen, HSMC director of education says about the tour, “Not only will this Heritage Tour public program showcase all of the important work done at HSMC, but it will bring HSMC to the other Heritage Areas of Maryland as we share our stories of discovery and achievement with the rest of Maryland’s citizens.”
The celebration will continue through the year as the new Maryland Dove tours the Chesapeake Bay, sharing the exhibit with Marylanders at different ports of call.
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# The newly built Maryland Dove started off a yearlong celebration by visiting Annapolis in September. Photo courtesy of Historic St. Mary’s City
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Surviving Hurricane Season
As we enjoy the (usually) beautiful weather and winds of October, sail ors also keep an eye on the weather over the Atlantic Ocean and any threat of a developing hurricane along the East Coast. The triple-whammy of wind, rain, and storm surge can really pack a mean punch. Hurricane season in the mid-Atlantic area runs through November. If you haven’t yet made a plan, now’s the time.
Your hurricane preparedness plan will be unique to your vessel, your risk toler ance (or that of your marina owner), your location, and the forecast storm conditions.
You may choose to move your boat to a nearby hurricane hole, haul and block it ashore or secure it in its regular slip.
If your boat is to be hauled, you’ll want to consider extra blocking or perhaps strap ping it down. Ensure (as much as possible) that the jack stands won’t slip when the water rises and the wind howls. If your boat is trailerable, taking it home to your driveway, an open field, or a protected area may be the best and simplest solution.
Wherever your boat rides out the storm, strip from it anything that might be ripped off by high winds or damaged by driving
rain. This will include items such as electronics, bimini or dodger, extra fuel tanks, dinghies, important papers, and loose gear. Add extra lines, larger lines, chafe protection, and fenders. Duct tape over points that might rub.
Let’s talk storm surge. It can be devastating. Surges of 10 feet are not uncommon with hurricanes. A high surge can lift floating docks from pilings or snap dock lines that aren’t properly set. More and more often we’re seeing 18-foot pilings go in around the Chesapeake to accommo date surge.
For boats docked in a marina, check with management for procedures and rules around hurricane threats. If proper steps haven’t been taken to se cure nearby boats, bring it to the atten tion of the marina operator, who likely has a hurricane preparedness plan and staff walking the docks to identify and address potential problems. More information about hurricane prepared ness is available at boatus.com
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The Hampton Roads Sunfish Challenge
By Kelsey Bonham and Photos by Nic Bailey
The annual Hampton Roads Sunfish Challenge and Dinghy Distance Race ran another successful event on Saturday, September 17. After the skipper’s meeting at Hampton Yacht Club, the first in a series of rolling starts began at 11 a.m. on the Hampton Flats in Norfolk Harbor. Twenty-nine boats, including Sunfish, Comets, Lasers, Force 5s, Hobies, Puffers, 505s, Hampton One Designs, Sonars, Viper 640s, i550s, and others raced a course that ran over Hampton Flats, around Newport News Middle Ground Light, and back for a total of about nine miles.
The course was characterized by blue skies, light winds around five knots, and heavy current, with a quick downwind and downcurrent first leg followed by a more challenging upwind and up-current second leg back from Middle Ground Light. Round ing the light proved a challenge for some as the wind shadow and current eddies in the lee of the lighthouse created opportunities to either gain boats or get caught up and fall behind. Most of the fleet finished between 1:30 and 2:30 p.m., but the race committee allowed the rear of the pack to finish even after the 3 p.m. cutoff time.
Scott Elliott took first place in the Sunfish class for the second year in a row, and Rob Waring took second. Chris Schutt took first in the Comet class, and Eric Fee took second. Carlos Rudge took first in his Force 5 in the Laser/Force 5 class for the second year in a row, and the Open 1 class was dominated by Hampton One Designs skippered by Will Rogers and Charlie McCoy tak ing first and second place. Emily Whatley took first in the Open 2 class, and Dan Berger won the Multihull class in his Super Cat 15. Dave Taylor took first place in the Sonar class.
The Sunfish Challenge has been a staple of the Hampton Roads area for over a decade, bringing lighthearted dinghy racing and on-the-water camaraderie to Norfolk Harbor every Septem ber. Sailors of all skill levels are invited to participate, and entries are usually accepted up to the day of the race, with some years having more than 100 boats at the start. Each year the day ends with an awards ceremony and dock party at Hampton Yacht Club. For more information about past or future events, reach out to Tim Etherington at tjetheri@gmail.com
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10 Billion Oysters Planted by UMCES
By Kelsey Bonham
This past August, the University of Maryland Center for Environmen tal Science (UMCES) celebrated an incredible milestone in their efforts to restore the Chesapeake Bay oyster population. In partnership with the Mary land Department of Natural Resources, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, UMCES has officially planted 10 billion oysters in the Bay, all of them born and raised at UMCES’s Horn Point Oyster Hatchery in Cambridge, MD. Governor Larry Hogan led a ceremonial oyster planting with Horn Point Labora tory Director Mike Roman and Oyster Hatchery Manager Stephanie Alexander to commemorate the milestone and honor UMCES’ partners in their endeavor.
Oysters are a vital part of the Chesa peake Bay ecosystem, naturally filtering the water, stabilizing shorelines, and providing essential habitat for many native species. However, oysters have long been plagued by disease, overharvesting, and
poor water quality, leading to precipi tous declines in population over the past century. In 1993, Maryland brought together a panel of experts to address the troubled oyster population and released an Action Plan for Oyster Recovery that laid the foundation for UMCES’ hatch ery and other oyster recovery programs. Since then, the UMCES Horn Point Hatchery has been working diligently to grow and plant millions of oysters in the Bay every year to restore the popula tion. To do so, they grow oyster larvae in their hatchery and then place them on old oyster shells until they become baby oysters or “spat,” which are then planted in the Bay. If you see piles of old oyster shells being collected by restaurants or other businesses and individuals, this is likely so that they can be donated to programs like UMCES where they will be used for oyster planting projects.
There is still a long way to go in recov ering the Chesapeake Bay oyster popula tion, but 10 billion oysters is an incredible
milestone. Every oyster UMCES plants helps improve the overall health of the Bay, which in turn improves the health of the ecosystem as a whole and our ability to enjoy everything the Bay has to offer.
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# Governor Larry Hogan and hatchery manager Stephanie Alexander at the ceremonial oyster planting. Photo courtesy of ORP
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Kathryn “Anne” Borland
1935 - 2022
Kathryn “Anne” Borland (nee Booth) of Annapolis died at her home
August 22 at the age of 87.
Anne was born in Dunkirk, NY. She graduated from Allegheny College in Meadville, PA, where she met her hus band, Jack. After graduation the couple moved to New Castle, PA, where they raised their family.
Anne loved sailing with the Lightning fleet at Pymatuning Yacht Club (PYC) in Greenville, PA, where she made many lifelong friends. Anne was front crew on the family Lightning for 30 years at PYC and sailed every Saturday and Sunday with Bridget Frymier as middle crew for the last 20 years. Jack says the boat was sailed by democracy, and the vote was always 2-1. Guess who lost?
At PYC Anne and Jack were much of the driving force in volunteerism and the social scene. Anne compiled the PYC directory for 25 years and later took on the Eastport Yacht Club (EYC) directory for another 20.
Upon moving to Annapolis in 2000, Anne switched her racing experience to the race committee of EYC. Anne learned the fine art of being the scribe on the RC boat from Marcia Grosvenor and held that role through many regattas from local to world championships. She passed that knowledge along to many others at EYC. Her prowess as a “recorder” is legendary to this day!
Anne loved her life in Annapolis, keep ing up with the sailing achievements of
family and friends. On Saturday nights, you could find Anne and Jack holding court at the big round table at EYC over drinks and dinner. Monday was the back table at Davis’ Pub, usually enjoying a crab pretzel with friends.
Anne had a huge heart and a great memory of “special occasions.” Her wit and dry sense of humor will be missed by all who had the pleasure of meeting her. This includes Team SpinSheet. A dedicated reader, when the new SpinSheet came out, Anne often sent
words of encouragement to our editor (a fellow Allegheny graduate), noting her favorite articles.
Anne is survived by her husband of 65 years Dr. John “Jack” Borland and two sons Jeff (Sharon) and Tim (Patti).
Friends may make memorial dona tions to EYC Memorial Fund (c/o EYC 317 First St. Annapolis, MD, 21403) or the PYC Memorial Fund (via Venmo to @pyctreasurer or check made out to Py matuning Memorial Fund, 14818 River Glen Dr, Novelty, OH, 44072).
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through Oct 2
mid-Atlantic Small craft Festival
Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum will once again host one of the nation’s largest gatherings of small boat enthusiasts and unique watercraft.
through Oct 2
Seven Seas cruising Association’s Annapolis cruising conference and GAm Open to SSCA members and nonmembers, this is a weekend of seminars and hands-on workshops to be held at the Maryland Yacht Club in Pasadena, MD. Registration required at ssca.org
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5th Annual Swim and paddle the South river
Benefits the Arundel Rivers Federation and the efforts it takes to protect and promote healthy water on the South, Rhode, and West Rivers in Anne Arundel County, MD. The event offers a 5-mile continuous loop for swimmers and paddlers to complete solo or as a relay. Additionally, a lifeguard supported 800-meter course is available for participants interested in staying close to shore. Register: swimthesouthriver.com
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Annapolis October Dinner meeting 6 p.m. social hour, 7 p.m. dinner and speaker. Topic: WiFi Woes - Why Marina Wifi Is Not Always Your Friend. Speaker: Terry Slattery. Cost: $25 per person. Contact Lorrie at aspsdinnerreservations@gmail. com to RSVP.
6-9 United States powerboat Show
At City Dock, Annapolis, MD. Purchase tickets at annapolisboatshows.com
6-17
Weems & plath tent Sale
October 6-9 and October 13-17 at Weems & Plath in Annapolis. Huge savings on discontinued, overstock, and sample items.
8 patuxent river
Appreciation Day Hosted at Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons, MD.
11 Get Your maryland boating certificate
America’s Boating Club Rockville will present the official Maryland Safe Boating Course online on October 11, 13, 18, and 20 (Tuesdays and Thursdays) from 7-9 p.m. The class will take place on Zoom and costs $10. Students must attend all four online sessions. For more information contact jmckinney2606@gmail.com
13-17 United States Sailboat Show
At City Dock, Annapolis, MD. Purchase tickets at annapolisboatshows.com
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eYc’s party in the portboat Show edition
At Eastport Yacht Club in Annapolis. Music by Dublin 5.
15-16
56th Annual U.S. Oyster Festival
At the St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds in Leonardtown, MD. Home of the U.S. national oyster shucking championship and the national oyster cookoff.
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Our Coming Coast: panel discussion about climate change in Chesapeake communities. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Van Lennep Auditorium at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum in St. Michaels, MD. $8 per person, limited tickets available. Register at cbmm.org
29 cbmm OysterFest 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum in St. Michaels, MD. Rain or shine. Featuring oysters served a variety of ways, along with other local fare, craft beer, and spirits, plus live music, an oyster stew competition, cooking demonstrations, Chesapeake Bay retriever and oystering demonstrations, children’s activities, and more.
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October Racing through Oct 5
mrYc Wednesday night races Hosted by Miles River Yacht Club, St. Michaels, MD.
1 havre de Grace invitational Hosted by Havre de Grace YC.
1 hospice turkey Shoot regatta Hosted by the Rappahannock River YC.
1 neptune Atlantic regatta
Hosted by Broad Bay Sailing Association, Southern Chesapeake Bay.
1 race to rock hall Hosted by Potapskut Sailing Association.
1-2
AYc Fall Series #1 Hosted by Annapolis Yacht Club.
1-2
iLcA chesapeake bay masters championship Hosted by Fishing Bay YC, Deltaville, MD.
1-2 Day Sailer Fall Series
Hosted by Severn Sailing Association (SSA).
1-2 hYc Fall One Design regatta Hosted by Hampton Yacht Club.
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charm city’s Ya’ Gotta regatta
An annual fundraiser for the Downtown Sailing Center on Baltimore Harbor. Proceeds from the event support the DSC programs that share the thrill of sailing with people from all walks of life. Powered by members and volunteers, the DSC is able to make the sport of sailing affordable and accessible for anyone who wants to get out on the water.
8 thimble Shoals challenge Hosted by Old Point Comfort YC.
8-9
AYc Fall Series #2 Hosted by Annapolis Yacht Club.
8-9 thistle Oyster roast Hosted by SSA.
20-23 Soling north Americans Hosted by SSA.
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bcYA harbor cup
Hosted by Baltimore City Yacht Association.
15 championship for the bold mariner cup
Hosted by Broad Bay Sailing Association, Southern Chesapeake.
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AYc Fall etchells and Lippincott memorial regatta Hosted by Annapolis Yacht Club.
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EastportYacht Club Eastport Block party with buy tix at eastportyc.org/party $20 in advance or $25 at d oor Party in the ‘Port is e astport Yacht c lub’s neighborhood block party featuring live music by the high energy local i rish rock band, d ublin 5! e njoy e Y c ’s famous libations, burgers, hotdogs, brats, and more will be available for purchase. MAKE SURE TO VISIT EASTPORT YACHT CLUB AT THE SAILBOAT SHOW and learn about eYc’s Light’s Parade, Jr. Fleet, and the Mustang Survival annapolis to Bermuda ocean race (a2B) Saturday, October 15th 5-10pm Ea S tp O rt Yacht c lub 317 First s treet, Ann A polis, MD open to the public EYC Lights ParadE
20-23
J/35 north American championships
Hosted by Annapolis Yacht Club. 22 round the Lights race Hosted by Old Point Comfort Yacht Club.
22-23
J/105 east coast championships Hosted by Annapolis Yacht Club.
27-30
J/24 north American and J/22 east coast championships Hosted by Severn Sailing Association in Annapolis, MD.
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cbmm Fall Speaker Series Shaping a Landscape: The Archaeology & History of People in the Chesapeake. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Van Lennep Auditorium at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum in St. Michaels, MD. $8 per person. Register at cbmm.org
4-5 Urbanna Oyster Festival Hospitality tents throughout Urbanna, VA, wine and beer tastings, oyster tastings, discounts at local businesses, shucking contest, and more.
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16th Annual Fish For a cure tournament Register your crew for the F4AC tournament, Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge, and Weigh-in party to be held at South Annapolis Yacht Centre. This tournament supports the Cancer Survivorship program at Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center’s (LH AAMC) Geaton and JoAnn DeCesaris Cancer Institute. Register at fishforacure.org
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the mariners’ park Fall Festival 1 to 5 p.m. at the Mariners’ Museum and Park in Newport News, VA. Food trucks, beer and cider tastings, pumpkin decorating, kids activities, and more. Entrance to the festival is $2 per person. Children 3 and under are free. Tickets for tastings of craft beer and cider are $35 for Members, and $40 for nonmembers.
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51st Waterfowl Festival
Featuring a wildlife and nature art show; craft brews, wines, and delicacies of the Chesapeake; kid’s fishing derby; retriever demonstrations; birds of prey; buy, sell, swap and artifacts exhibit; world waterfowl calling championships, and more! Tickets $20 for all three days.
17 cbmm Fall Speaker Series Our Common Table with Chef John Shields. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Van Lennep auditorium at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum in St. Michaels, MD. $20 per person. Register at cbmm.org
November Racing
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Willoughby hot buttered rum race
Hosted by Broad Bay Sailing Association, Southern Chesapeake.
6 - 27
hYc Frostbite Series
Hosted by Hampton Yacht Club on Sundays.
6 - Dec 11
AYc Frostbite Series First half Hosted by Annapolis Yacht Club on Sundays.
26 Leftover bowl
Hosted by Eastport Yacht Club.
# Roger Lant’s Abientot, shown here doublehanded at the Governor’s Cup, will be on the racecourse at the J/35 North American Championship October 20-23 out of Annapolis YC. Photo by Al Schreitmueller
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Totally Infatuated With Rigging and the Upper ChesapeakeMeet Ash and Ray Rivera
artAs told to Beth Crabtree
Ash and Ray have always been adventurous, outdoorsy people by nature, so when they met in Florida, the couple were often looking for fun, active things to do. One day, Ray booked sailing lessons as a fun date. As soon as the engine was shut off and the boat was moving under wind and sail power, the pair were hooked. Here Ash describes their journey.
Beyond lessons: a fixer upper
After completing three sailing courses, ASA 101, 103, and 104, Ray and I bought a fixer upper. Tabula Rasa, a 37foot Tartan, was in very bad shape and needed a refit, but we bought it for only $5500. We put in a lot of work—and quite a bit of money—but the experience that we got out of it was priceless. While we were busy working on our boat, we gained more sailing experience going out with a friend on his boat. Based on our experiences, I would say that sailing socially or on your own boat can be just as educational or more so than taking classes.
Tabula Rasa spent two years on the hard in St. Augustine, FL, as we did the (long list of) essential things: new through-hulls and seacocks, repairs to the keel and centerboard, rebuilding the rudder, engine repairs, some deck work, and new rigging. We then launched and bounced around the Florida ICW for some time, while working on other projects like the head, engine (again!), and small upgrades here and there.
Clean Slate Rigging
One day, as we were on our way south to the Florida Keys, we decided to pull into Titusville Marina to fix a leaky chain plate. As we were working, we noticed some riggers working down the dock
and stopped them on their way down asking, “Hey, do you have time for a rig tune? We’re leaving tomorrow.” It was such short notice, we didn’t expect a yes, but they saw us working together and said they would stop on their way out and give us some pointers. They did, and that evening they said that if we stayed, they could teach us a couple of things. It was an easy choice. We delayed our vacation, stayed a month, and Walden Rigging took us under their wing. They made us an offer we couldn’t refuse: “If you sail 1000 miles north to North East, MD, we’ll teach you to be riggers.”
And here we are, totally infatuated with rigging and the Upper Chesa peake, already calling it home. Tabula Rasa is now docked on the North East River where we live and work aboard.
Our business, Clean Slate Rigging and Sailboat Services, combines so many of the things we love: boats, seeing people sailing and having a good time, working together, and being active and outdoors.
Did you have any preconceived notions about sailing that proved true or untrue?
We thought that sailing was going to be terrifying once the weather got bad or the wind picked up. We avoided sailing
in high winds or bad weather, but once we started getting out there, we learned to reef and balance our boat, and that sailing is a lot less scary than we thought. In fact, our relaxing hobby can be quite exciting and exhilarating!
Did you encounter any obstacles or barriers when you began sailing?
The greatest obstacle that we faced was the one that taught us the most: doing our own boat work and constantly learning how to manipulate the machine. With a boat as old as ours it was constantly in need of repairs and upgrades.
What are your future sailing plans?
Hailing from Florida, the Chesapeake Bay is a new and exciting playground we have not yet fully explored. We’re excited to go sailing up here, explore quiet and scenic creeks, and go buddy boat sailing with our friends. One day, we would also like to sail all the way up to Maine; it would be a dream to sail the entire Eastern Coast. At some point we would also like to sail to the Caribbean, especially Puerto Rico, and spend some time island hopping there.
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What Sailors Really Wear
Most sailors are outdoorsy types who dress casually on their boats and are generally attracted to sailing wear clothes that protect them from the sun, rain, wind, or cold. Check your closet and assess what you already have. If you like outdoor activities, you likely have most of the gear necessary to get started. There is no need to spend a large sum of money at the outset. You can see for yourself what sailors really wear and find discounts on such items at the U.S. Sailboat Show in Annapolis October 13-17.
of the glasses and goes around the back of the neck ensures glasses won’t be lost overboard.
Core: Layers and high-tech fabrics are preferred by most sailors. Usually,
# Usually, sailors wear regular athletic clothes, a hat, gloves, and non-skid shoes.
Head: A hat with a brim is ideal. One that goes all the way around will also protect the neck. A small investment in a hat strap with a collar clip has saved more than one hat from being blown overboard. Reflected sunlight is extra powerful. Therefore, sunglasses and sunscreen are especially important on the water. A strap that slides onto the sides
a T-shirt, long-sleeved shirt, fleece pullover, and wind-resistant top layer will be all you need from the waist up. For bottoms, nearly any pair of shorts or pants with some “stretch” will do the trick. If they are quick-dry, it helps
Find a Sailing School
New sailors or those returning to sailing may want to seek instruction or coaching at a sailing school or club. Many such organizations exist on the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries. They offer certifications for beginners, returning sailors hoping to brush up on seamanship skills, cruisers seeking bareboat chartering or navigation experience, and racers wanting to hone their skills. The following is a sampling of schools and clubs that offer sailing instruction on the Chesapeake. For a more complete list of schools offering certifications outside this region, visit US Sailing or American Sailing.
Chesapeake Bay Sailing Schools
• Annapolis Sailing School annapolissailing.com
• Annapolis Naval Sailing Association ansa.org
• Blue Water Sailing School bwss.com
• Captain In You Sailing Schools, Inc. captaininyou.com
• DC Sail dcsail.org
• J/World Annapolis jworldannapolis.com
since sometimes waves splash and spray. Sailors like to talk about their “foulies.” Your current rain jacket may suffice on top, but it’s worth investing in a good pair of waterproof pants. Before purchasing, ask if the skipper, other crew members, or the sailing school has an extra pair to lend.
Hands: A small investment in sailing gloves will be money well spent to protect your hands from rope burn. Sometimes cycling or gardening gloves work too. Just be sure that the palms will give you some traction when handling lines.
Feet: You may have images of carefree, barefoot sailors, but most people on sailboats wear shoes. Look for a pair that have good traction and won’t scuff the boat deck. Flip-flops and dark-soled shoes make lousy sailing shoes. Tennis shoes with white soles, Keens, Tevas, and Top-Siders are good choices. In cold weather pair them with wool or high-tech wicking socks. #
• Rock Hall Yacht Club Sailing School rhycsailingschool.org
• SailTime sailtime.com/annapolis
• Sail Solomons sailsi.com
• West River Sailing Club learn2sailwrsc.com
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Sea Level Rise and Coastal Resilience
Of the many climate change impacts that will affect the Chesapeake Bay, sea level rise may be one of the most profound.
By Kelsey Bonham
Sea level rise is caused by two main factors, according to NOAA: the first is melting glaciers and ice sheets adding water to the oceans. The second is the thermal expansion of water—es sentially, as the oceans get warmer, the water in them will occupy more space. If we continue emitting as much carbon into the atmosphere as we are currently and the planet’s temperature increases accord ingly, NOAA estimates that sea level could rise by more than seven feet by the end of the century. That projection may seem reserved for the distant future—the end of the century is still a ways off, after all. But some regions have already started feeling the impacts.
Hampton Roads at the southern end of the Bay is one of these regions. As a resident of Norfolk, VA, one of the seven cities of Hampton Roads, I am always struck by the influence of flooding on the character of the city. Every house in my neighborhood is elevated on several feet of concrete. No one has a basement. The center of downtown is guarded by a seawall and floodgates. Pumping stations abound.
Flooding is a regular occurrence here, making the threat of sea level rise difficult to ignore. The City of Norfolk and the Army Corps of Engineers have announced several multi-million dollar plans to con tinue improving infrastructure to stave off sea level rise. While it is certainly positive that the city is taking proactive steps, the threat may still be too imminent. Nor
folk’s somewhat contentious Vision 2100 plan categorizes some neighborhoods as essentially sacrificial—too difficult or costly to save.
A study by the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) found that 248 houses in Norfolk are at risk of total inundation by 2030. That number jumps to 2607 by 2060, and neither figure accounts for houses at risk of partial inundation or storm surge flooding. The UCS also estimates that 60 percent of Naval Station Norfolk will be exposed to regular tidal flooding by the end of the century and that 95 percent of it would be submerged by 10 feet or more during a Category 4 hurricane, even with
the Navy’s $21 billion plan to bolster the base’s infrastructure. Langley Air Force Base in Hampton faces an even bleaker prospect, with estimates that the base would experience flooding an average of 280 times per year by 2050.
It is fitting, then, that Hampton Roads is subject to national attention regarding the issue of sea level rise. Norfolk was fea tured in the most recent “National Climate Assessment” and the 2022 OCEANS Conference and Exposition, a United Nations-endorsed biannual conference that brings together the brightest minds in ocean science and policy, will take place in Hampton Roads October 17 through 22
# The flood gate in Norfolk, VA, with the USS Wisconsin at Nauticus on the other side.
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with the theme “Resilient Coasts: Adapt ing Today to Secure Tomorrow.” With representatives from NASA, Navy, Old Dominion University, and other leaders in coastal resilience, residents hope that some innovative ideas come out of this confer ence.
Sea level rise will affect everyone in the Chesapeake Bay area differently, depend ing on proximity to the water, access to financial resources, and other factors.
While Norfolk is at particularly high risk, Annapolis, Baltimore, and other areas of the Bay won’t be too far behind. Sailors will likely be among the first to notice changes, given the amount of time we spend on and near the water. Here are some action items:
y Keeping your boat in a marina with floating docks, well-maintained bulkheads, and access roads that are high and dry may help you maintain access to your boat in the event of a sea level rise-exacerbated flood.
y Take storm preparation seriously: have extra dock lines ready and always check on your boat before and after a major storm or flood.
y Investment in natural shoreline protection, such as wetland and oyster reef restoration, can help reduce sea level rise-exacerbated erosion and protect shorelines from higher waves and storm surges. There are a multitude of organizations around the Bay that work on natural shoreline protection projects, such as the Chesapeake Bay Foundation (cbf. org), that accept volunteers and have resources available to help you build a living shoreline for your own waterfront property.
y Simply staying engaged with the issue may be one of the most important things sailors can do: stay up to date on what your state and local governments are doing
to protect your community, engage with organizations dedicated to sea level rise adaptation if you can, and continue to stay informed.
With planning and cooperation, the Bay and its shorelines can continue to be en joyed for generations to come.
Additional Resources: NOAA has excellent resources to learn more about sea level rise, including its Sea Level Rise Viewer, which allows you to simulate what different amounts of sea level rise would look like for communities around the country: coast.noaa.gov/slr
About the Author: A recent graduate of Colgate University, Kelsey Bonham studied climate change and environmental justice. When not writing for SpinSheet, she works as an environmental educa tor with the Elizabeth River Project in Norfolk, VA (elizabethriver.org).
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When US Marine Corps disabled veteran Philip Smith repurposed his front porch steps into a gigantic wooden crab as a gift for his wife, he had no idea it would lead to a booming business that captures the signs and symbols recognized and loved by Marylanders.
What prompted you to start mak ing wooden crabs? I’ve always had a knack for woodwork ing. In 2019, I changed out our front porch steps and repurposed the wood into the first wooden crab as a gift for my wife, Angela. We posted a picture of it on the Ocean City Cool Facebook page, got 1100 hits, and instantly others wanted me to make more to sell. At first it was a hobby but quickly turned into a successful family business. We have grown outside of our family to include an incredible team of talented wood workers and painters to meet the demand for our products.
What goes into making a crab? All of our crabs are handmade using only premium pressure-treated deck boards and lifetime powder-coated screws. They also come with a unique heavy duty steel mounting to make sure they remain securely in place. The crabs are finished with premium outdoor rated stains, primers, and paints adding to their coastal outdoor rating.
How does the Chesapeake inspire your work?
We consider the Chesapeake our back yard, so we draw inspiration from it all the time! It’s a Maryland thing to eat crabs, and now that we make wooden crabs, we give back to those in the area by supporting the Chesapeake Bay Foundation and Thomas Point Shoal Lighthouse restoration effort. Last month we sponsored the 75th National Hard Crab Derby held in Crisfield, MD.
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Are there favorites?
The most popular is our original (57” x 31” x 2”) natural design weighing in at 18 pounds. It can be stained to look realistic, but I also love the unfinished one. Other popular styles are the Bushel Basket, Mary land Flag, and Old Bay Seasoning crabs. Any photograph or image can be painted on one of our crabs. Customers hang them on their patios, sheds, garages, over their fireplaces, or on the side of a house. They’re quickly becoming a recognized brand around the state.
Where do you get your design ideas?
From about any place and anyone around the Bay. For example, in 2022, McCor mick Spice Company gave us permission to paint Old Bay Seasoning designs on their crabs. Texas Roadhouse asked us to design one for their Baltimore location. We personalize a substantial number for special events or causes. We also developed modern designs of the Chesapeake Bay
map and a Mash-Up Crab with the Maryland flag on the shell and realistic stained legs.
Have you branched out beyond making crabs?
Yes, just last month we released a new product called the Wine Table for Two that holds a bottle of wine and two wine glasses. It was very well received, and our fans love it. Because all of our products are personalized and hand crafted, they make great gifts for any oc casion.
How would you describe your work?
Work? We don’t feel like this is work at all. It is a fun pastime for us. We absolutely love the excite ment these crabs generate for our customers, retailers, and Facebook fans. We’ve got a growing distri bution throughout Maryland with unlimited ideas for new designs.
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Colleen Moore
Breaking the Mold in the Marine Industry
By Chelsea Co
Colleen Moore, ABYC Master Technician and a lead technician at Diversified Marine Services (DMS), shares why she enjoys troubleshooting unsolvable problems and conquering the belief that women in the marine industry only work in the office.
What path led you to become a marine technician?
I grew up around boating, and I have an undergraduate degree in environmental studies and mathematics. I worked a couple of different government environmental jobs, but they weren’t as fulfilling as I thought they would be. I had dreams of working on the water because I’m mechanically inclined and like working with my hands, so it felt like a good fit.
What types of courses or training have you pursued before and since entering the industry?
I knew I wanted to be a marine electrician, so I took the American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) electrical course to get a certification that would make me more appealing to an employer. Since then, I have earned Airmar installer, NMEA basic installer, ABYC marine systems, ABYC gasoline engines, and Yanmar mechanical engines. Now I’m an ABYC qualified master technician.
What are some of the more challenging aspects of being a marine technician?
Every boat is different. There aren’t usually service or maintenance records kept by clients of what has been done on their boats. You see a lot
of different problems and work on so many different projects, and it is hardly ever the same thing each day. Also, the older the boat is, the more people have likely worked on it before and could have created more issues than solved problems.
What are your favorite types of projects to work on?
I really like fixing issues that other people have tried to solve before me; problems that aren’t straightforward, ones that require more in-depth troubleshooting, or when a client says, “We’ve had this ongoing problem, and no one has been able to figure it out yet.”
There aren’t many female marine technicians in the industry—what are your thoughts?
I can understand why it’s like that, because traditionally it hasn’t been very welcoming to female techs. It’s been a male-dominated industry and the work is physically demanding, so it’s intimidating. There’s not a lot of support out there for women. It’s not as if the schools, companies, and shops are going to job fairs and reaching out to girls.
I think a big reason is because of the physical strength and harsh working conditions. I’ve been a marine technician for just over five years, and I’ve never encountered any other marine techs that are female; that’s how rare it is.
What has been your experience training and working in a maledominated field?
At first, it’s difficult to earn respect and trust among co-workers and even from clients. You have to prove yourself, (as with) any job, but probably more so.
I feel as if now I have the respect of the people whom I know and know my work in the industry. I’m more confident in my own abilities, which helps.
What is it like working with clients as a female technician?
Majority of the time, when I call to discuss going to work on someone’s boat, the client is confused and think
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that I work in the administrative office. They will repeatedly ask me to tell the technician this or that and are usually taken aback or are not as trusting of my work because I’m a woman.
One time, I was there to help troubleshoot an issue that my coworkers were working on, and a woman said to me, “So, they let you out of the office today?”
What advice would you give to someone looking to become a marine technician?
Learn as much on your own, outside of the workplace, as you can. The more you expose yourself to information, the better a technician you will be. Find a company that supports ongoing training and has solid senior techs to teach you the right and wrong ways to do things.
I consider myself lucky to have started working at a company like DMS because they do all sorts of marine services, so I was able to learn about so many different aspects which has made me a very well-rounded tech, rather than pigeonholed into one specialty.
Do you still find time to enjoy boating and getting out on the water?
Definitely! I get out on the water doing a lot of watersports: wake surfing, fishing, and sailing with friends, at least when I’m not helping them fix their boats. #
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Stories of the Century
SpinSheet Century Club members aim to log 100 days on the water, on any type of vessel, within the calendar year. As we enter into the last quarter of the year, some SpinSheet Century Club members have already logged their 100 days, yet others are working hard to reach their goal before the year’s end. Find our leaderboard and more about the club at spinsheet.com/century-club. Here’s some feedback from several of our dedicated members:
Ashley Love: 100 Days
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Regan Littell: 128 Days
What are three memorable moments from your season thus far?
1. Running into dolphins near Thomas Point Lighthouse during a morning training paddle by myself. I was completely surprised, rushing to take a video and in the video all you can hear is me hyperventilating from the excitement.
2. Finishing the 45-mile Bay Paddle unsupported on my standup paddleboard (SUP) about 12 hours on the water over two days.
3. My first time paddling my SUP in the ocean and racing the 13-mile Graveyard at the Carolina Cup.
Anything crazy, funny, scary happen out on the water this year?
We hosted a Wednesday night SUP race in our neighborhood. We had a great turn out and a ton of fun. One of the racers, SUP Neil, rescued a baby osprey which was drowning along the side of the course.
Do you have any words of encouragement for aspiring Century Club members? The Century Club has been the perfect extra motivation for me to get out on the water at every possible opportunity, always leaving me more energized than before I left.
Top memories
My top memories would have to include any time I get to be on the water as my job. I feel like the luckiest person to be able to cross play with my occupation. My partnership with Bruce Nairn has become an unbreakable bond, forged over 14 years of being a team on the film boat, in the editing room, and everywhere in between those locations. T2PTV has brought us to locations all over the United States this year, including Charleston, SC, The British Virgin Islands, Hampton, VA, Marblehead, MA, and Newport, RI.
Local events such as the Star North Americans, the start of the An napolis to Bermuda Ocean Race, everything we’ve filmed at the US Naval Academy, for Watermark and Jeanneau, and J/World Thursday Night and Annapolis Yacht Club Wednesday Night Racing have kept us super busy and in touch with the pulse of sailing in this country.
Another sweet, sweet memory is sailing in the Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club Shipyard Challenge with some friends, old and new. The magic parts were the location: Boothbay Harbor, ME, and the company: my good friend Nikki Bruno and a collection of Etchells sailors and locals. We’re all used to being very competitive on the racecourse, but that wasn’t even really the main goal of the weekend. The classic yachts starting before, with, and after us were visions!
We have so many things that make sailing on the Chesapeake Bay unique. It takes traveling to other nooks of the sailing world to gain exposure to the eclectic scene of makes, models, and history that is our sport. There were lots of new faces, of course, but it wasn’t a surprise to run into friendly faces from other path-crossings in this so-called “sailor life” at the parties, best commuted to by dinghy.
My third memory that stands out is, of course, all the times I got to sail with Team Mayhem, a local J/105 and every pick-up-style team rac ing night at the Gibson Island Yacht Squadron, the Downtown Sailing Center in Baltimore, Eastport Yacht Club, and Severn Sailing Asso ciation. These incredible hosts made it possible to get so many people interested and exposed to team racing.
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one funky memory
My once-a-summer log canoeing adventure on Edmee S. in Cambridge on the Eastern Shore! It got windy enough for me, a “squelcher,” to be able to get out on the boards to help keep the massive amount of sail area balanced a few times. One puff was especially surprising. In one of the races, we made some good calls around the racecourse to get out front, but lost a crew member overboard when she slipped on the boards and lost her footing. The trimmers stopped the boat instantly to have her swim back to the throwable flotation attached to the boat and pull her back on and even caught a few boats before the end of the race! She was a trooper for sure. The jellyfish stings were enough to convince me to hold on tight
Advice for aspiring Century Club members. If you are an aspiring Century Club member, a lot of people are going to tell you to “say ‘yes’ to everything.” This is excellent advice if you’re just moving to the area or learning how to sail. It’s also great advice if you’re asked to volunteer as race committee/an umpire or to participate in a trash pick-up around the waterways or something like that. The environment needs us and so do other people!
If you own your own boat, get it fixed up, bring a wide range of people out on the water with you. If you don’t own a boat, be the kind of crew/passenger that gets asked back and build a good reputation. Be on time (five to 10 minutes early). Be present (phones
away). Bring something to the table (a GoPro, a six-pack, a fivestar joke), and offer to help the owner move the boat, clean the boat, and take care of the boat.
The only time I would say “don’t say yes to everything” is if you get in a situation that doesn’t bring you joy. Just because you sailed on a boat one time doesn’t mean you owe them your whole life. Maybe one boat is too physical. Maybe another has a yeller onboard. It is also okay to say “no” to opportunities. If you commit to a program, a race, or a cruise, you need to show up, of course, but find the courteous way to phase out if it’s not the right fit for you. There are so many kinds of boats, ways to vol unteer, to race, to cruise, to paddle around... There are so many positive, nurturing, competitive (or not) sailors and teammates just waiting around the corner for you.
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Mike Pitchford: 107 Days
This is my third year making or exceeding 100 days. We have taken our boat to Florida almost every year since the winter of 2015-16. If I had been logging from the beginning, we would have probably exceeded 100 days most years.
I am at 107 days and should get to around 140 as we still have a few cruises to do and I will be taking the boat south to Stuart, FL, beginning in mid-October.
Top three on-water memories from the season thus far?
Our first day on the new-to-us boat (Back Cove 37 purchased in April 2022). The trip was from Myrtle Beach to Wilmington, NC, on the ICW. I am sure I was smiling all the way.
We also did a three week “circum navigation” of Long Island Sound with two other boats. At one stop the couple on one of the other boats (also new to them) had a foam pad delivered to im
prove the comfort of their berth. They cut it to shape on the dock in Port Jefferson, NY, with lots of humor flying around be tween the six of us. I wrote about this trip in PropTalk’s October issue.
On the Long Island Sound trip, we made a one night stop at the Shelter Island Yacht Club. We were on a mooring and the morning was beautiful and easy going. We had only a mile to cover that day to Greenport, NY, so we hung on the moor ings at the Shelter Island Yacht Club until noon.
Anything crazy, funny, or scary happen out on the water this year? Engine shutdown in the very choppy Albemarle Sound, the result of algae in the fuel. I wrote about this in the June edition of PropTalk.
Words of encouragement for aspiring Century Club members? It is said that time on the water does not count in your allotted time on earth. In other words, time on the water adds to your lifespan. It surely adds to your life!
Join the club by simply logging 100 days on the water throughout the year. Sailing, powerboating, or paddling on any body of water qualifies.
Ashley Love and Tara Roberts on the T2P.TV boat. Ashley has achieved her 100 Days on the water!
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CENTURY Cl U b Joi N T h E Can You log 100 Days on The Water? presented by 2022 Century Club leaderboard* 1. Robert Alusic - 237 Days 2. Russ Borman - 219 Days 3. Dave Nestel - 217 Days 4. Jerry Lee - 174 Days 5. Regan Littell - 123 Days *As of 9/15/20226. Sean Martin - 116 Days 7. Mike Pitchford - 108 Days 8. Naia Wallach - 104 Days 9. Cindy Wallach - 104 Days 10. Thomas Birchfield - 103 Days
Greg Welker: 91 Days
Top three on-water memories from the season thus far.
The entire canoe sailing fleet becalmed in the middle of Lake Cupsuptic (Rangeley, ME).
Great photo op! Paddling among a group of otters on the Patuxent. Late evening paddle with my wife in custom kayaks.
Top wildlife sightings. Otters. Crocodile. Moose prints.
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Steven Birchfield: 115 Days
Multiple year Century Club member Steven Birchfield of Solomons takes great photos and very generously shares them with SpinSheet. His son Tommy has also logged more than 100 days this year and was at 104 at print time.
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Dorian Haldeman: 95 Days
Century Club member many times, Annapolis sailor Dorian Haldeman captured this shot from Terrapin on the Southern Bay where she took an extended cruise with her husband Geoff Moore, also a Century Clubber. She was getting close and may hit 100 days on the water by print time.
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Care and Feeding of Your Steering System
By Dave Kirkpatrick of Edson International
Once you have a boat with chain and wire steering that’s in good operating condition, a few simple maintenance procedures will maximize the lifespan of all your gear and minimize the risk of any mid-passage or mid-afternoon Bay sail steering troubles.
The basic service is lubing the steering chain and cables and the steerer needle bearings. Videos explaining this process are available on the Edson website under the “Support” tab, but it’s a simple process. Simply pop the compass (or top cover if there’s no compass) off your pedestal to expose the steering chain and turn it all the way to one side.
Using Edson ChainCare+ (best), Boeshield T-9 (better), or 30 weight oil (good, but messy), coat the chain while turning the wheel from side to side.
While the compass is still off, lube the needle bearings fore and aft on the steerer shaft. The small holes atop the shaft supports provide an entryway for grease. Edson recommends SuperLubebrand Teflon-based grease, which plays nicely with the plastic cages on the needle bearings, is waterproof, and is an excellent lube. The opening on the small half-ounce tube makes a great applicator for this purpose.
With the inside of the pedestal maintenance done, it’s time to head below to dress (or coat) the steering cables. First, pass a cotton ball along the length of the cable, between your fingers. The cotton will snag on any burrs in the cable (saving our fingers from doing that job), which indicate trouble with the cable. Assuming no snags, take your ChainCare+ or Boeshield (don’t use 30w oil here) and a rag, and spray the cable from the pedestal idler all the way back to the quadrant or radial.
Many boats have conduit systems, which follow all the same steps except that you will grease the cables inside the conduit using SuperLube. Turn the wheel
hard to one side and use the exposed cable to “suck” lube into the conduit. Use only synthetic grease in the conduit, as petroleum-based lubes will eat the conduit’s plastic lining.
While at the quadrant/radial, have someone turn the wheel from hard over to hard over and make sure that the quadrant or radial engages the rudder stop mechanism before the wheel stops turning. If the wheel stops turning before the rudder stop is engaged, it means either the rudder needs to be stopped earlier, or the chain is installed off center.
can pad the glassed-in stop blocks or shorten the tether, whichever is relevant for your boat.
Having checked the chain symmetry, spray a shot of ChainCare+ or Boeshield on the threads of each cable tensioner eye, and tension the steering cables. Make sure to balance the adjuster eyes as you tighten—a few turns on one side and a few on the other. This keeps the chain centered on the sprocket and ensures you maintain complete range of steering motion. Correct tension is key. Too much and you will cause binding and wear in the system, while not enough tension causes steering play and opens the risk of having the cable jump a sheave. With the wheel turned hard to one side, the “lazy” cable should just barely begin to droop. Once the cables are correctly tightened, put the second nut on each adjuster eye and torque it down hard. These prevent the cable eyes from loosening with use.
With regular care, chain, wire, and conduit have a 10-year service life in typical use in salt water and longer in fresh water.
If the quadrant/radial hits the stop on one side but not the other, the chain is off center. Loosen the cable tension completely at the tension eyes, and move the chain one link on the sprocket away from the direction where the stop doesn’t engage (if the rudder stop doesn’t engage in a turn to port, move the chain one link to starboard on the sprocket at the wheel). Test to see if that solves the issue, and if needed continue moving the chain link by link until the rudder stop engages in both directions. If the rudder stop doesn’t engage in either direction, you
Needle bearings typically last 20 years in salt and fresh, again assuming regular greasing. Year-round or heavier use will require more frequent service and replacement.
For the typical Bay sailor, where the water isn’t particularly saline, an annual service is usually sufficient unless you sail all the time. If you spend the winter cruising south, the service intervals get much shorter, so you’ll run through this list every two months or so.
Keeping a good inspection and maintenance schedule is key to ensuring the performance and safety that great steering provides.
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Welcome to the United States Sailboat Show in Annapolis
For five magical days each October, Annapolis Harbor feels like the center of the sailing universe, and perhaps it is. Most everything a sailor could want is within steps. Here you will find gleaming new boats, tents filled with gear and acces sories, educational seminars, and much more. The show brings an undeniable sense of excitement and sets a stage where dreaming is encouraged.
When the boat show is in town, it’s tough to go anywhere in downtown Annapolis and not rub elbows with another sailor— and we love it that way. In the morning you’ll find sailors strolling down Main Street with coffee in hand. By noon they’re swarming the tents and docks inside the show. By afternoon they’re often drinking rum cocktails. And in the evening the local watering holes are packed with friends old and new, often sporting sunfaded red Mount Gay Rum hats.
It’s not hard to understand the show’s enduring popularity. Annapolis is a picturesque and historic town, well situated on the magnificent Chesapeake Bay, close to an international airport, and, well, it’s America’s Sailing Capital! Plus, the Annapolis Show, as its often called, continues to evolve with the times. Take, for example, the Sailing Channels Booth located in Vaca tion Basin, which will host some of the top sailing vloggers and new-to-the-scene creators. Combine all that and you’ve pretty much got a recipe for success.
Ready to head to the show? In this issue we’ve got you covered with everything you need to know: ticket prices, parking point ers, events and seminars, new boat and product highlights, things to do in Annapolis, and lots of other insider tips. Don’t forget to stop by the SpinSheet booth and say hello. We love to meet our readers and advertisers. Find us at Land Space 19A. Welcome to the 2022 U.S. Sailboat Show presented by West Marine!
Details
Dates: October 13-17
Times: Thursday through Sunday: 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Monday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tickets
Two-Day Preview Day Combo: $57 ($60 at the gate)
Two-Day Combo: $39 ($45 at the gate)
General Admission for Adults: $22 ($25 at the gate)
Preview Day (Thursday): $40 ($45 at the gate)
Admission for children ages 7 to 12: $10
Children aged 6 years and under admitted for free The VIP Experience: Presented by La Victoire Finance. Escape from the crowds! Located on a beautiful floating dock, the VIP Experience includes exclusive access to an elegant lounge with comfortable seating, continental breakfast, lunch, hors d’ oeuvres, and wine and cocktail tastings throughout the day. The cost is $175. With a reserved parking pass at Eastport Elementary School, the cost is $205. VIP tickets include admission to the boat show. A limited number are available daily. As of print time, VIP tickets are sold out Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Must be 21 years of age to enter.
The Boat Show encourages everyone to purchase tickets in advance at annapolisboatshows.com. There will be only two box offices onsite for ticket purchase. No pets or strollers will be allowed this year.
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Five Things I Learned at My First U.S. Sailboat Show in Annapolis
By Marissa Neely
My partner Chris and I were thrilled to be invited as participants of the 2021 U.S. Sailboat Show, where we hosted meetups at both the YouTube Creators booth (for our channel Sailing Avocet) as well as at Lin Pardey’s booth, L&L Publications, on her behalf. It was my very first boat show, and to be honest, it was as fun as it was overwhelming! In retrospect there are a few key things I would do differently in the future and suggest to anyone attending. After some serious reflection, I have compiled this list for your consideration:
Wear comfortable, slip-on shoes. Comfy shoes may seem like a no-brainer as you will probably be doing a lot of walking but hear me out: wear comfortable slip-on shoes. If you tour the yachts, you will likely be asked to remove your shoes. I wore my Sperrys thinking they would be the perfect boat show shoe. Although on-brand and very comfortable, I was tired of fussing with my laces by the end of the day and wished that I had chosen to wear my slip-on shoes.
Chart your course. Boat shows are generally crowded, and there were some sensory overload moments. We did our best to navigate through the crowds to find the vendors we wanted to chat with, but this could have been avoided had we planned a proper course of action prior to arrival. A Show Guide is generally released ahead of time, so you can see what vendors will attend and where they will be located.
Don’t bank on running into longtime friends or leaving a meet-up to fate. Having a dedicated meeting spot to connect with friends, sponsors, and/or followers was helpful for us. If you are a prospective yacht buyer, figure out which vessels fit your needs and budget ahead of time, so you can spend more time evaluating and touring those types of vessels.
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Take notes and business or sailboat cards. The amount of information you will learn at the show may be overwhelm ing. Taking notes can help keep your thoughts and findings safe for reviewing later. Don’t be afraid to ask questions. The vendors are there to talk about their businesses and boats; it is the perfect time to get clarity on your most convoluted inquiries!
On business cards, write down what you talked to that per son about, so you can remember later. Chris and I met a lot of wonderful people at the boat show and were sure to swap information via sail cards, which are essentially business cards for boaters sharing their contact and vessel information.
Don’t buy right away! With all the latest technologies and gear at a discount it can be tempting to buy right away. However, if you walk away from your initial urge to buy and are still thinking about the item at the end of the day, circle back and make the decision then. Usually, you don’t have to purchase big ticket items at the show to benefit from the spe cial boat show pricing. If you’re a serious buyer and nice to the representatives, most sellers will give you the boat show price for a purchase made shortly after the show. It certainly never hurts to ask, but don’t expect it.
Stay hydrated—and bring snacks. Pack a reusable water bottle to avoid plastic waste and keep yourself well hydrated to avoid burnout. The kind bartenders at the show will fill it up for you if you are unable to locate a refillable water station. Bring some high-energy snacks. With all the commotion it can be hard to remember to drink water or eat, but if you make it part of your to-do list, your body will thank you.
Honorable mentions: Bring cash. Wear sunscreen, or bring a rain jacket, depending on the forecast. Set a buying budget (and stick to it). Get tickets early to save money. Bring a bag to stow your newfound treasures, both free and purchased.
About the author: Marissa Neely lives aboard her 1979 Cheoy Lee 41 Avocet with her husband Chris and cat Cleo. The 20-somethings have been sailing the Califor nia coast since 2018 while doing various boat projects in preparation to sail south to Mexico. Follow their journey on svavocet.com or Sailing Avocet on YouTube.
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At print time, these boats and products were expected to be at the show. Please check annapolisboatshows.com closer to showtime for updates. Supply chain challenges are real!
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Beneteau oceanis 34.1
The new Oceanis 34.1 has more sail area and more volume in the bow for the master cabin than its predecessor. Life onboard with family and friends is the focus of the Oceanis designs, and this boat delivers features to make the most of your time on the water. See it at Dock F2.
Lagoon 55
Combining form and function, the Lagoon 55 catamaran has an interior designed to maximize space and provide magnificent views. Outside, enjoy plenty of room for gathering with friends and family, dining, sunbathing, sleeping, or even dancing. Find it at Dock B.
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The Nautitech 44 Open is a new advanced design that redefines the standard on bluewater cruising boats. Featuring a revolutionary interior layout, rigging upgrades for enhanced performance, and a sharp look, the Nautitech 44 Open is on top of its class. See it at Dock C.
Hallberg-Rassy 400
The new Hallberg-Rassy 400 is an aft cockpit boat with twin helms. It has a modern and efficient hull shape with twin rudders and an easy-to-handle rig. The interior offers the option of one or two aft cabins, one or two heads, and a classic mahogany or bright European oak interior. After the center cockpit 40C, the aft cockpit 400 is the second new 40-footer from Hallberg-Rassy in a short time. Find it at Dock E2.
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Dehler is pleased to present its new 38SQ model, dynamically developed out of the successful Dehler 38. At Dehler, SQ traditionally stands for speed and quality. The new 38SQ has been given a new color and light concept, a more varied interior layout, as well as powerful improvements to the rig and cockpit, all while keeping the boat as simple to use and fun as ever. See it at Dock F2.
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Tiwal 3R
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NEEL 43 Trimaran
A trimaran that is fast, safe, and easily maneuverable by a small crew. The NEEL 43 features a large interior and owners’ cabin at the deck level. This boat comes with a marked move toward the use of biosourced and recyclable materials. This boat won the Newport For New Products Best New Sailboat Award at the 2022 Newport International Boat Show. Find it at Dock C.
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Sailrite Sewing Machines
Power, precision, and proprietary technology are qualities that define a Sailrite sewing machine. Whether you’re looking for a portable machine or something more industrial strength, check out Sailrite’s lineup of sewing machines and other products to complete your DIY projects. Find them at Tent D, spaces 64-65 and 82-83.
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TEMo 450
The eco-friendly TEMO 450 propulsion motor is lightweight, reliable, and has an ergonomic design that combines motor, battery, and control unit. This product just became available for sale in the U.S. in September via the local partner, Defender Marine. Check it out at Dock F2.
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The Autopilot Control Unit (ACU)-150 provides power and control. Hydro-Balance technology is a patentpending, free, software update available for any existing Evolution autopilot system, featuring plug-in-and-play connections and nine-axis precision monitoring of pitch, roll, yaw, and heading. See it at Land Space 72.
Vakaros Atlas 2
The Atlas 2, a magnetic compass, is the first sailing instrument capable of dual band reception. If accuracy is important to you, this unit measures in centimeters. The magnetic senor can resolve heading changes as small as 0.1 degree. Find it at Tent F6, F7.
For tickets and more information, visit annapolisboatshows.com
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Events, Seminars, and Other Cool Thingsat the Show
EWE Spirit scavenger hunt
Help spread the EWE Spirit! Kiddos who find and take a picture of a EWE flag, EWE sticker, EWE hat, and someone wearing a lifejacket, may bring the images of their “treasure” to the EWE Spirit booth to receive a prize. No photos? Just jot down where you saw the four items. Find Ewe Spirit at Land Space 19 A, right next to the SpinSheet booth
Loaner lifejackets
BoatUS Foundation will supply loaner lifejackets to children attending the show. Find them at the BoatUS booth located on the BoatUS Bridge over Ego Alley.
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A block party open to the public will kickoff October 15 at 5 p.m. Find details on page 50.
Take the Wheel
A one-day learning experience in which participants get morning instruction on land and demo two sailboats in the afternoon. Monohulls and catamarans are available to choose from. Runs Friday, October 14 through Sunday, October 16. The cost is $395 per person or $500 per couple.
Free daily seminars
Experts from Annapolis School of Seamanship offer advice on situation awareness, communication, close quarters maneuvering, and other techniques. Learn about getting a captain’s license or pick up a few docking and line handling skills. The seminars are provided by Chesapeake Bay Magazine at the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel.
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Learn the basics and experience the joy of sailing in a 45-minute classroom session followed by 90 minutes on the water with SailTime and American Sailing Association instructors. Cost is $85 and includes admission to the show and one year of membership to BoatUS.
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Get your Tiki on with a 45-minute cruise aboard a 16-passenger tiki boat. Tickets must be booked online in advance at sipahoycycletikiboats.com. Cruises will run every hour on the hour. Find it at Dock E2
Race boat charter fleet
See the L30 sailboat and learn about chartering to train and race in one-design competition. Boats will be shipped to some of the most popular upcoming regattas, including the Helly Hansen Sailing World Series and Charleston Race Week. Find it at Land Space 39.
Weems & Plath Tent Sale
From October 13 to 17, find savings on discounted, overstock, and sample items at Weems & Plath, seller of quality nautical instruments, located at 214 Eastern Avenue. Ten percent of all proceeds made October 15 will go to help support Chesapeake Region Accessible Boating. In past years Weems & Plath has offered a free shuttle between its showroom and the boat show (tips appreciated). We expect it again this year.
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You’ve watched their social media feeds, now meet them in person! Your favorite vloggers are coming to An napolis for the show, including Sailing La Vagabonde, Sailing SV Delos, Sailing Doodles, and many more. You’ll find them at the Sailing Channels booth located in Vacation Basin, right along Ego Alley.
This booth was such a hit last year, and its popularity keeps building. It’s sure to be one of the most fun booths in the show, so don’t miss it. Dozens of vloggers will be in the booth on a rotating schedule, so stop by throughout the day, or on multiple days, because it will never be the same twice.
When else are you going to get an opportunity to hear in person their amazing stories, pose questions you’ve always wanted to ask, and snap a selfie with a sailing celebrity? Come on, admit it, you wonder what they’re really like and whether their lifestyle is as wonderful and exotic as the videos make it appear.
Beyond the draw of the star power, this booth will also be the place to mingle with other fans, meet up-and-coming creators, and just have fun, whether you’re living vicariously or planning your own grand sailing adventures. Before the show Team SpinSheet will meet one-on-one with some of the vloggers, so watch our social media for updates and interviews. Remember, find them in Vacation Basin. We’ll see you there!
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Parking
Attendees are encouraged to park at the NavyMarine Corps Memorial Stadium and take the free shuttle bus to the show. Buses run continuously from 9 a.m. until one hour after the show closes.
Stadium parking costs $20 per car and $40 for buses or motorhomes. The stadium GPS is 230 Farragut Road. You’re headed to Gate 2.
Parking is also available at Easport Elementary School, which is a five-minute walk to the show. Gates open at 8 a.m. You can park all day. The cost is $30.
The city garages are also available, and you can take the free downtown shuttle. Learn more at accessannapolis.com/visiting-downtown
Getting around town
on land it’s easy to hop on the Annapolis Free Downtown Shuttle that has regular stops all around the downtown area. It runs Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m., Saturday from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on a 20-minute interval. Wheelchair lifts and bicycle racks are available. More details at accessannapolis.com/visiting-downtown
on the water we love the water taxis. You may catch one at the stop between the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel and Spa Creek Bridge, or call (410) 263-0033. Or hail one on the VHF radio channel 68. Prices are $4 to $9 depending on the destination. For cashless payment download the Where in Annapolis app and click on the water taxi icon at the bottom right. For a route map with rates, visit watermarkjourney.com. Tips are appreciated!
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What’s New in Annapolis in 2022?
Make the most of Maryland’s capital during the U.S. Sailboat Show
Welcome back to Annapolis! We at SpinSheet love welcoming visiting sailors to our capital city. We have put together a quick guide to make your trip easier, more fun, and interesting. If you have more questions about what to do in Annapolis, stop by the SpinSheet booth at the U.S. Sailboat Show (October 13-17) at Land Space 19. We’d love to meet you and tell you about our favorite places.
New in Town
The Choptank
Now open on Ego Alley along downtown Annapolis’s City Dock, The Choptank is a classic fish and crab house serving Maryland cuisine, including steamed hard-shell blue crabs. Find live local musicians on the indoor stage as well as a spacious waterfront deck and rooftop overlooking the U.S. Sailboat Show.
Acqua Al 2
If you go up Main Street Annapolis to the very top and look right where there used to be a bank, you will find the new Italian restaurant Acqua Al 2. Boasting an authentic Tuscan dining experience, the restaurant offers a wide array of vegetarian pasta, hand-carved steaks, and fresh seafood, and an extensive Italian wine list. It’s only open for dinner, with reservations on Open Table.
Right before opening their doors this summer, The Choptank gave a $10,000 grant directly to the Housing Au thority of the City of Annapolis so that their community pool at Harbour House could open and be operational for families. What a nice way to become part of the community!
# Overlooking Ego Alley from The Choptank. Photo by Ashley Love
# The new Acqua Al 2 is at the top of Main Street.
# Photo by Mike Iserman Photography
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For History Buffs
Annapolis is a city with origins dating back to the 1650s. George Wash ington definitely slept here. After the signing of the Treaty of Paris—in Annapolis—in 1793 to end the Revolutionary War, our city became the temporary capital of the country. General Washington resigned his commission as commander-in-chief of the Continental Army in this very city later that year. Sailors who are also history buffs should start at the Museum of Historic Annapolis at 99 Main Street (only steps away from the Sailboat Show). There you will learn some history and insights about how to see the significant sites in town, including: Annapolis Maritime Museum, Banneker-Douglass Museum, Hammond-Harwood House, Maryland State House, The Mitchell Gallery at St. John’s College, U.S. Naval Academy Museum, William Paca House and Garden, Hogshead Waterfront Warehouse, and James Brice House. Click to annapolis.org
What’s Being Built?
While traveling up Main Street and looking left, you might have no ticed a huge hole in what used to be the Hillman Garage. The parking garage rebuild began in April, with an expected completion date of June 2023.
According to the City, the reimagining of City Dock will begin shortly after the new Hillman reopens and is expected to take up to 24 months. The City’s work will be connected to and coordinated with the resilience work being con ducted by the Department of Defense at the United States Naval Academy.
Welcome From Mayor Buckley
“A
nnapolis is a city with a long and proud maritime history,” said Mayor Gavin Buckley, who came to this town by sailboat years ago and made it his home. “We appreciate the industries borne out of our proximity to the Chesapeake Bay, and we have been active and engaged in helping the industry to continue to be as vibrant as possible and to be a real and connected part of our community.”
Stop in for a visit!
Located on the harbor just outside of the Sailboat Show at 110 Dock Street.
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hy, you may ask, is the beautiful State House Dome wrapped up to look like something between a tall, awkward wedding cake and a space station? Paint! It fades and chips. As with boats, old buildings require fresh paint. Work is expected to be complete by the year’s end. We’d like to thank the state for putting decorative lights on the wrapping, as it’s fun, festive, and photo-worthy!
Where Does the Purple Bus Lead?
To make sure that locals and visitors have plentiful and easy parking options during the renovation of the Hillman Garage, the City of Annapolis has improved free shuttle access as well as offered “Annapolis Go” bikes and “Bird” scooters.
If you have parked at an uptown garage or walked there and want a ride downtown (or vice versa), look for a black and magenta (purplish) sign to mark shuttle stops and a magenta bus. It’s free and will take you uptown, downtown, or all around. Find details about routes and stops at accessannapolis.com
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What To Do (a Least Once) in Annapolis
Walk the U.S. Naval Academy (USNA)
Find the USNA main gate only one block from the main gate of the U.S. Sailboat Show. To walk onto the campus, you will need a photo ID and must pass through a metal detector.
Turn right to make your way to the Armel-Leftwich Visitor Center (and gift shop) to learn about tours—or you can keep on walking along on the seawall. It’s free to stroll and offers an expansive view of the harbor out into the Bay: usna.edu/visit.
Walk Into the Maryland State House
The State House is open to the public everyday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Even if you just walk through to look up at the pretty interior dome and glimpse the free exhibits on Maryland history on the first floor, it’s worth it. You must pass through a metal detector to enter.
Down an Oyster Shooter
If you like oysters and beer, walk into the Middleton Tavern at 2 Market Space and ask for an oyster shooter. It’s a tradition around here.
Kill Your Pain at Pussers
If you’ve never had a Painkiller before, go over to Pusser’s on the deck at the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel and ask for one. When they start asking “what level” of rum you want, start with a low dose or you may end up dancing on tables. Trust us; these things sneak up on you.
Hop Aboard a Water Taxi
Even longtime locals enjoy the little adventure of taking a water taxi across the creek or over to Back Creek. Find the water taxi stop at the Yacht Basin next to the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel. Watermark will post signage on run times. Riding the water taxi costs $4 to $9 per person, depending on your destination. Tips are much appreciated.
# SpinSheet staffers gather for a Painkiller at the show’s end.
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Stroll to the Annapolis Maritime Museum (AMM)
If you want to escape the show and stretch your legs, walk over the Eastport Bridge and to the other side of the peninsula to AMM. The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tickets cost $7 for adults, $5 for seniors, military, and children; and free for members and children under three. Also consider taking a heritage or sunset cruise aboard the Skipjack Wilma Lee: amaritime.org.
# The new mural at the Annapolis Maritime Museum was recently completed by local artist Cindy Fletcher-Holden.
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The Next Generation of Cruisers
Kelsey Bonham
Sailing, whether it be as a hobby, sport, or lifestyle, requires a few key things: time, money, and experience. These are three things that are notoriously difficult to come by, but espe cially for young people. Finding the time to sail, not to mention maintain, a boat can be difficult for someone just starting out in their career, and scrounging up the money for slip fees, annual haulouts, re pairs, and fuel can be a struggle for some one already dividing their rent among half a dozen roommates. In terms of experience, unless you were lucky enough
to grow up sailing or have friends with boats to teach you, getting comfortable enough to go out on your own is a chal lenge for anybody.
In some ways, however, the world is changing. Besides increased interest from young people in more nomadic lifestyles (have you seen the “van life” trends?), living aboard and cruising full-time is starting to look more viable for many younger people. Remote work has become easier and more popular. With living expenses being what they are, trading rent for a slip fee suddenly seems less insane. There are a plethora of YouTube chan
nels, forums, and other sources to start finding information.
For the determined and financiallysavvy 20- or 30-something, finding the time, money, and experience to start living aboard and cruising full time is possible. I went on a four-month cruise from An napolis to Florida last year as a 21-year-old on my 30-foot sailboat. I had the time, because I could afford to take a semester off from college during the pandemic. I had some money saved up and a supportive family. And I was lucky to have the experi ence from growing up sailing. But the challenges of being a young cruiser weren’t all logistical.
# Kelsey on Little Wing at the age of 21.
# Little Wing under sail.
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I sometimes found myself getting skeptical looks pulling into marinas. Once, I informed a marina that I was singlehanded and would prefer an easier slip if possible, and I’m not sure if it was because of my age or my gender (or the quirkiness of the boat), but I was greeted by a brigade of a dozen dockhands when all I really wanted was one helping hand to catch a line. In other instances, plenty of people informed me that I was simply too young and naïve to be doing what I was doing, or that I should hire a profes sional to fix that thing that just broke, no matter how simple or how many times I had done similar projects before. But for every time I got unsolicited advice on how to operate my own boat, there were two instances of older cruisers having faith in me and embracing me with open arms. It was those experiences that made my trip unforgettable.
I had the pleasure of getting taken out to dinner, receiving a plethora of gifts from old books to fresh fruit, and being offered friendly assistance in everything from dockline handling to an emergency
# St. Augustine was one of the friendliest ports for the author as a female solo sailor.
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leak repair in the middle of the night. This type of camaraderie may be stan dard in the cruising community, but I feel that I appreciated it even more as someone who was not only doing it for the first time, but who was often also decades younger than my neighbors in the mooring field. Open invitations, of fers of assistance, and kind advice were key factors in building my confidence as a cruiser who often felt a bit out of place.
It makes sense to me that older cruisers can sometimes be wary of en couraging young, potentially inexperi enced sailors to take the plunge. Since my trip, the tables have turned; I have had plenty of people ask me for advice. Some of them I encourage while others I gently warn to be realistic, so I under stand the need to take the rose-colored glasses off when speaking with younger potential cruisers. But everyone has to start somewhere, and without young cruisers coming up through the ranks and keeping the sport and the lifestyle fresh, cruising wouldn’t be what it is today.
If you’re a veteran cruiser and you notice that your neighbor is a salty 20-something on a boat that probably doesn’t have air conditioning and hasn’t gotten new cushions since the 1980s, just know that they would probably appreciate your offer for a meal and conversation more than most. And if you’re that salty 20-something, or thinking about becoming one, don’t be discouraged by the handful of people who might scoff at you or your boat, because there are five more who would love to befriend you.
Are you a “young” cruiser? Young Cruiser’s Association (YCA) is a collective of young (those who don’t wait for retirement to start living), salty vagabonds that have found and formed a community of the sea. Whether you are actively seafaring, wayfaring, or daydreaming of such things, there is a place (and a barstool) for you in the YCA. With the young coming together as the YCA, we amp the fun factor, dare each other to take the path less traveled, upset the norm, and fight for important things in the cruising realm: youngcruisers.org #
About the Author: Following her graduation from Colgate University, Kelsey Bonham lives in Norfolk, VA, where she keeps her 30-foot steel boat Little Wing and works part-time for SpinSheet and parttime for the Elizabeth River Project. Find her on Instagram at @littlewing_sailing.
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The Shop Down the Lane in a Boat Town
Helpful souls in quirky machine shops seem to exist in all boating towns.
By John Herlig
Several of my stanchions were bent in Hurricane Dorian, some worse than others. I straightened them out, but a year later Hurricane Isaias re-bent them and added in a few extras for good mea sure. Maybe just staying out of the path of hurricanes would be a smart solution, but what is done is done, and now, hauled out in Deltaville, VA, it was time to finally deal with a few things. The boat’s weathered toe rail needed to be sanded and varnished, the flaking and rust-stained paint on her decks was due to be stripped and refinished, and those bent stanchions had to be removed and repaired, if they safely could be. Lack ing the skills and tools to properly assess this, I asked the folks around the boatyard whom to call.
Every boat town I’ve ever spent time in has a machine shop. The shop may or may not have a proper name and rarely has listed hours or a telephone number. It is locally beloved and has an often-quirky owner who responds to questions like “How much?” with a stroke of the chin and an answer along the lines of, “Ahh, we’ll figure something out.”
My friends and I found one of these in St. Augustine a few years back when we were rebuilding a rather stubborn windlass and couldn’t free a particular bearing. We asked around and were soon directed to an old, dark warehouse space just outside of town. Inside, a soft stream of classic rock seeped out of a portable radio. A cat roamed the top of the shop’s work tables. It was the speakeasy of machine shops. You felt privileged to be allowed inside. After a bit of effort on the pneumatic press the bearing was successfully freed, and my friend Chip asked what the charges were. “Well,” said our machinist, thinking. “How’s 20 bucks sound?” This is how these places work.
Back in present-day Deltaville, my bent stanchions and I were directed to a
local man named Wes. I knew he was the right guy when I was given directions to his shop. “Drive towards the back end of Lovers Lane,” began Daphne, my boat yard neighbor, who had employed Wes for some stainless work on her wind vane.
“You’ll know you’re there when you get there. I think there’s a boat in the drive way. Just wander on into the shop. He won’t mind.”
I drove down Lovers Lane, trying and failing to locate Wes from the directions I had been given. Eventually I flagged down the postwoman and asked if she knew
where his place was. “It’s gotta be that guy,” she said, pointing just down the road. “He does all kinds of weird stuff in that yard.” Odd description—but she was right.
Wes’s shop looked much more New England than Deltaville. The barn-like building was crisply painted coral pink. A shiny varnished sign over the door read “Summerfield Machine Shop, 1932.” I knocked and poked my head in. A friendly face smiled back at me. It was, of course, Wes. I showed him the stanchions. He assured me they could
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be safely re-bent to the correct angle. I asked what it might cost. He paused. “I can’t imagine it could be more than 60 dollars,” he replied. We both nodded. It seemed fair.
It was only a few hours later when he texted me to let me know that the work was done and that the stanchions were ready to be picked up. Back in the shop, gazing at the perfectly straightened pieces of hardware, I asked for advice on polishing them. “What you really need to do,” he said, “is just come do them on my polisher. I bet you could knock the lot of them out in less than an hour or two.”
“And what would an hour or two of time on that machine be worth to you?” I asked.
Wes didn’t skip a beat. “Oh, I’d say a 12-pack of PBR sounds about right.” And with that, the deal was done.
The next morning, after a stop at the local grocery for the beer, I pulled into Wes’s driveway. Inside, Wes sat sipping
a cup of coffee at his desk. He smiled as I set the payment down. “Thank you,” he said. “I’ll get this right to the fridge.”
We got right to the polishing. He showed me how the machine worked, how to apply the black polishing compound, and how to buff it off to a great shine. He warned me that the pieces would get hot in my hands and that the black flies would bite at my legs. He was right on both counts. Wes disappeared into the depths of his shop to work on something else, leaving me to my task.
The first stanchion took a while. The second one went faster and looked much better than the first. The third hit the pol ishing brush the wrong way and shot down to the ground at breakneck speed, leaving a bright purple ding in my toenail but luckily no blemishes at all on the stanchion. The morning ticked slowly by. I got better at the process, and the work went faster. A bit later Wes popped through the door. “I have to go bid a job,” he said. “I’ll be back.” With that, he was gone.
There I was, working alone in the man’s shop while he wasn’t even there, half hoping someone would drop by for a quote, thinking I could eye the person’s job skeptically, saying that it looked like a lot of work and offering something like, “I don’t know. How’s 200 bucks strike you?” But it was not to be.
Wes did eventually return. He never did ask if anyone had come by. He just slid back into work as if we punched the same clock every day of our lives. Soon, my work wrapped up. The stanchions looked great. I tossed them in my car, gave Wes a fist bump, and drove back to the boatyard, all smiles.
The next day, having decided that machine shops in little boat towns deserved an article, I texted Wes to ask if I could come take a photo or two. His response was exactly what you might expect.
“Well,” he said, “I’m not in the shop today, but it’s open if you want to pop in.” #
About the Author: John Herlig lives aboard his Rawson cutter Ave del Mar, teaches at Cruisers University, and is the host of the podcast Remarkable Stories. Find him on Instagram @sailing.ave.
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Don’t Go Changing
A Wandering Sailor’s Portrayal of Liveaboard Life
By Emily Greenberg
When I tacked up to the entrance of the breakwater at Herring Bay it was very much still winter. With only a small electric motor that maxed out at three knots for 20-40 minutes, I’d barely made it before dark from the dock in Annapolis where I’d temporarily tied up. Before that, I’d only spent a few days in Maryland.
I poached an end tie at the large marina and yacht yard and feeling quite pleased with myself, used the swanky showers. There were plenty of slips available and it seemed like a good place to tie up for a few weeks and get some work done. Why not? Paid work and boat work were immi nent. My small yacht was in need of much repair despite the exponential changes I’d already made. I’d run out of money after buying Teal, a 1963 Tripp Lentsch 29 built in Amsterdam with a relic hydrovane self-steering wind vane, sight unseen, and fixing her on the go while exploring from Maine to Maryland.
The young woman dockmaster took one look at me and in so many words said,
“You can’t afford it here,” and proceeded to nearly completely organize a slip for me somewhere else as I proved incompetent in that moment, struck with the sudden realization I was in a corporate marina unlike the places I always score for free or good deals. There would be no “bro deals,” as I liked to call them.
My electric motor was dead. I was towed into a slip at the much smaller, cooler, friendlier marina that was owned separately. It was also the off-season, there fore much cheaper. What was this cruising boat with a wind vane, chimney, and giant wooden boom? And why were they coming in so late in the season?
“Well,” I began, “I sailed from An napolis where I was stuck in back-to-back snowstorms, and before that I rode an arctic cold front from the C&D. I had too much ice on my boat so got stuck in the canal. I rode the last warm front up the Delaware Bay, stayed too long for Christ mas in Jersey, got chased by helicopters sailing through New York City. You know, the usual…”
I’d lived on the edges of the sea, soci ety, and my own nervous system for six months. The boat was half seaworthy, half dilapidated. She was completely unfinished and barely hospitable but sailed like a dream. I was practicing seafaring, rehab bing her on the go. My only loose plan was to get to the Bay for winter and eventually to end up at my philanthropist friend’s dock in southern Virginia to finish restor ing Teal. In the meantime, I had deadlines looming and miserably leaking portholes, among other things that made the boat very uncomfortable.
Thus began my indoctrination to the marina and liveaboard community since I promptly started pulling my boat apart, making repairs, and writing like crazy, continuing my habit of running around boatyards for exercise and lifting weights, and doing yacht maintenance and yacht sitting in neighboring slips.
Suddenly there were parties, sharing meals, swapping stories. Only 40 minutes from Washington, DC, by car, I met academics, artists, and architects. There
# Daphne from s/v Izadora visits Teal.
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was the Navy captain, the rigger kid, and his mates. I made yuppy friends, eccentric friends, blue collar friends, southern friends. Not to mention that every weekend some old friend from somewhere floated into town nearby and came to visit me by land.
I even saw half of my old sailing pals from the YouTube “Rigging Doctor” fresh off their Atlantic circumnavigation! At first, I thought it was the derelict engineless boat one of my ex-boyfriends circumnavigated on—but nope. It was my buddy and his latest project boat!
I’m sociable and easily distracted, a fatal combination at marinas and yacht yards. My boat was front and center on the main pier. It was like living in a fishbowl. I could barely get anything done. It felt like being a perpetual freshman in college or at a never-ending family barbecue where you can go right up the hall for a few good laughs, but you’re also forced to get along with your uncle or the kid whose views you find harmful.
The more I took on professionally, per sonally, socially, and of course more proj ects I started aboard my boat, the longer I needed to stay. I also don’t have a concept
of linear time to begin with, and I swear be ing so close to the wa ter makes that worse. I’d only intended to stay a few weeks. Sud denly it had been a few months. Slip rent was about to go up if I didn’t sign a one-yearcontract.
“You started a big project,” the dock master said in earnest with total empathy. “But I think it’s time for you to go on with your journey.”
I read a study where researchers, to quantitatively measure the brain’s ability to believe in magic, used the question, “To what extent does the ocean have consciousness?” It’s no wonder I got so swept away living that close to the sea. There’s nothing like the word “contract” to pull me back into reality!
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I pulled a few all-nighters, re cruited a few volunteers, put the boat back together, said my goodbyes, and left for my next adventure. I hoped I’d be back some day, for a much shorter visit, and that it would be exactly the same.
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Homeward Bound
A Day to Remember
By Neil Ross
In mid-June I left my home port of Oxford, MD, heading for the cooler climes of New England. My crew and I were sailing up the East Coast on our Cabo Rico NE400 Adagio. It was a pleas ant trip, stopping in Sag Harbor, NY, Block Island and Newport, RI, Marion, MA, and finally, Mattapoisett, MA. Compared to all the previous ports with crowded moor ing fields, Mattapoisett Harbor is wide open with often hundreds of feet between moorings, which makes it a pleasant place to relax and enjoy the view of owners and borrowers sailing up to their moorings.
At the end of July, it was time to return to the Chesapeake, so a friend joined me in Newport to crew for the trip home. The trip was uneventful until Cape May, NJ. We arrived around 6 p.m. and dropped anchor in the company of several other boats in the usual spot outside the Coast Guard Station. Over dinner we discussed the next day’s transit up the Delaware Bay. We had both done this leg many times and commented on how difficult it is to get a fair current all the way up the bay. We certainly didn’t want to waste time fighting the notoriously strong current.
Consulting our “Eldridge Tide & Pilot,” we determined the current change at Delaware Bay entrance would be at 9:15 a.m. and decided we would get the anchor
up promptly at seven in order to be at the entrance to the Bay around 9 a.m. The forecast for Thursday, August 4 was favor able, with 10 to 15 knots from the south, which would put us at the C & D Canal around 4:30 p.m. We planned our next anchorage in Bohemia Bay for about 7:30 that evening.
Our only concern was that the forecast included severe thunderstorms in the vicin ity of Bohemia Bay, starting around 7 p.m. We briefly considered other choices to stop overnight, such as Summit North Marina or Chesapeake City Basin. However, both are too shallow for my draft of nearly five feet, so we were committed to the Bohemia Bay area.
As we began the process of pulling up anchor to leave that Thursday morning, the windlass was having trouble bringing up the anchor. We tried to troubleshoot in the usual ways. We saw the problem: there was a piece of thoroughly waterlogged four-bysix-inch lumber, 10 feet long, snagged in the anchor line!
The anchor chain had completely wrapped around the log and would not let go. I did not have a dinghy with me for the trip since most of the moorings in New England provide launch services, so dealing with the log solely from the bowsprit was going to be a challenge. After trying to
loosen it with lines, boathooks, and other experimental methods, we finally hailed a small passing fishing boat for assistance. With their help and working from the waterline, they were able to maneuver its release. Thank goodness for the kindness of strangers!
Unfortunately, we had spent more than two hours on this effort and were now concerned about getting to our destination before the bad weather would hit. I looked at the Cape May Canal Bridge, and with the added pressure of time, wondered if we could make it. The bridge there is 55 feet, and the tide was down five feet. My mast measures 58 feet tall, and VHF antenna another two feet—could I make it and save almost two hours? I decided against it. We took off to the inlet prior to heading around Cape May Point, only to find our next obstacle: heavy fog.
It slowed us down for a while, but the fog burned off by 11 a.m. The south wind filled in as promised. As time passed, the forecast for evening storms was getting more specific. Based on the major storms the night before that ravaged the Western and Eastern Shores of the Chesapeake, it looked like getting caught in a nasty storm was unavoidable. As luck would have it, the current and wind were better than expected. We managed to average over
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nine knots the entire way up Delaware Bay, getting to the C & D Canal at 4 p.m. just in time for the favorable current westbound.
Once in the canal, our ETA for the Bohemia was 7 p.m. and radar showed the large storm cells arriving around 7:30. The race was on! Bohemia Bay is very shallow, most of it just five to eight feet deep. While this is good for anchor ing, it’s not so good for wave action in a storm, as it is wide open to the west.
At 7:15 the anchor was down with 115 feet of three-eighths-inch chain in six feet of water. I was rigging the snubber when the first tendrils of cold wind came from the west. Minutes after that it blew 45 knots with a lot of short, steep waves and heavy rain. I left the anemometer on so that we wouldn’t have to guess or exaggerate. The 45 knot winds continued for about 20 minutes. During that time, I had to use the engine to keep the bow into the wind and keep the pressure off the anchor as much as possible.
Sailors know the force of the wind is equal to the square of the wind speed. This is not some arcane mathematical formula—it is very relevant. Knowing
that 20 knots is almost double the force of 15 knots, it is easier to understand why most sailors reef at 18 knots. The force of the wind at 45 knots is nine times the force at 15 knots. On that Thursday evening, we felt every bit of it.
Lightning strikes were frequent all around us for over an hour. Eventu ally, the 45 knot winds slowed to 35 for another 20 minutes and to 25 for half an hour. After that, it settled down to 15 knots for a while, which felt like flat calm in comparison. The inside steering station in my Cabo Rico was a real benefit in this
situation. The cockpit helm would have been very wet and cold on many other sailing vessels.
For the duration of the storm the boat moved erratically as the wind shifted. I was able to capture the boat’s movements during the storm on my plotter. The GPS paints an interesting picture.
So, from an unusual anchor delay to the fastest transit of Delaware Bay I have made to date, to a powerful storm system arriving just minutes after setting the anchor, this was an exciting day on the water to remember! #
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What Kind of Cruiser Are You?
Understanding your “cruising personality” enhances your long-term cruising enjoyment.
By Cindy Wallach
Maybe to racers, cruisers are all the same. But people who voyage long term by sailboat are just as diverse as the boats they use and the places they go.
There is so much preparation involved in casting off the lines to go cruising that stopping to think about what kind of cruiser you are may seem like an extra chore. Looking inward a little before you go cruising can help you long term.
Planner or Spontaneous?
There is an old saying that cruising plans are written at low tide in the sand, meaning that you can plan all you want but Mother Nature will just do her thing and you’ll have to adjust. Are you a planner? Do you love a good spreadsheet, do you make reservations, and do you plan meals?
Or are you more a let’s see where the wind blows us sort of sailor? Do
you like to eat locally and figure things out on the go?
My husband and I are more the let’s see what happens crew. So far, it’s served us well and many of our hap piest memories have been in destina tions we didn’t even have on our radar before casting off. We often run out of cheese and sometimes don’t have the right papers in order until the day before, but we make it work. Knowing your comfort zone and that of your crew will go a long way in keeping everyone floating happily toward the horizon.
Creature Comforts or Glamping?
Are we drinking our wine in real glasses and using cloth placemats? Or do we have a stainless tumbler held between the knees? Real mattress or foam? High horsepower dinghy or a good set of oars? Chutney and dark chocolate or noodles and tinned meat? High output watermaker or strong deodorant and a good attitude?
Think about the things you must have and the things for which you’re willing to go minimalist or go without. Often it will be a little of both, de pending on the category. Talk to your crew and make sure these things are worked out before you cast off for des tinations unknown... or destinations on your very organized spreadsheet.
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Being alone or with the pack are both easily achievable and inter changeable when you’re out there cruising.
When we left to cruise for the first time in 2001, I had just lost my mom to cancer. While normally I am a very social person, I was grate ful for the solitude of passagemak ing for the first couple of months while I processed my grief. Equally, I was grateful for the pack of friends we eventually collected who helped lift me up and brought light into my darkness.
Sometimes people just want to go to sea to be in their own headspace for a while. And that’s okay. Often what we find no matter where we cruise are the best sort of people from all over the world who become lifelong friends. Make sure you and your crew get the alone time, and the social time you each need.
Fair Weather or Salty?
Weather is everything when you’re on the move under sail. Some folks like to lean into it, bury the rail, and get there first. Others would rather wait for conditions to be a little more
relaxed. Some folks love the peace of night sailing while others prefer to stick to day hops. Talk to your crew about what’s right for you and leave room to change your mind along the way.
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Some folks are out here cruising because they have had enough: enough of people and noise and buildings and cars and everything. They are happy with a cold drink, a quiet beach, toes in the sand, fish on the line, rinse, repeat.
Some folks are out here cruising because they want new cultural experiences, a different language to learn, new foods to try, and to be pushed outside their home country comfort zone. Knowing what you crave will help shape where you want to point your bow.
The Journey or the Destination?
Do you love sailing for the sake of sailing, or do you love where sailing can get you? Do you love life on the hook, or would you prefer to be on the move? Are you after miles and loads of passport stamps, or looking to get to know a place deeply? There are no right or wrong answers to any of these questions. Taking the time to think about it truthfully and talk about it openly with your crew will help make the miles you cruise happy ones, no matter what your style is.
About the Author: After living aboard their St. Francis 44 catamaran Majestic in Annapolis for many years, SpinSheet contributor Cindy Wallach, her husband, two children, and two dogs are back to cruising and now spending a season in Luperón, Dominican Republic.
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Discovering the HiddenGems in Croatia
Scrumptious food, excellent wine, and eating figs right off trees are only a few reasons the BreenFranklin family rated their bareboat charter to Croatia in August as “incredible.” Among family members onboard the Bali CatSpace 40 Osibova for the week were Annapolis sailors Nic and Stella Breen-Franklin, Kate Southall, Isaac Breen-Franklin, Faith Breen-Franklin, and Travis Grothaus.
The family chartered through BavAdria Yachting out of Split. “We highly recommend it,” says Kate. “They made the process easy and enjoyable—and even hand delivered bottles of wine to our boat before we took off.”
Other than their 2022 boat already showing signs of wear and tear, the group took advantage of and appre ciated the open spaces onboard the
catamaran, their first as a charter boat. Here are some of the family’s trip highlights in Kate’s words: What route did you travel? Split—Maslinicia (Island of Šolta)— Komiža (Island of Vis)—Vis (Island of Vis)—Hvar (Island of Hvar)—Stari Grad (Island of Hvar)—Split. Would you like to describe a few high lights and memorable days?
On our last full day in Croatia we visited the beautiful town of Stari Grad, which is on the northern side of the island of Hvar. Stari Grad literally translates to “Old Town,” and as such had a charming rustic flair and lacked the busy streets and crowded restau rants we had just experienced in Hvar Town the day before.
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road. We ate fresh figs straight from the trees and took in the stunning sights of sprawling planes and miles of vineyards and preserved stone walls. We enjoyed a wine tasting and delicious lunch at the beautiful Hora restaurant; the highlights included three types of olive oil, more potatoes than we could ever eat, and of course an enormous seabass.
Afterwards we explored the farm where we met a few local donkeys and reveled at the gardens that grew the meal we had just savored—it was a culinary and visual heaven! The sun set on the town as we cycled—happy, sleepy, full, and a bit drunk—back to Osibova.
The food throughout all of Croatia was incredible, always fresh with col orful Mediterranean flavors. Seafood was the centerpiece of our dinners: the fish, shrimp, mussels, squid, and octopus were all melt-in-your-mouth delicious. We jumped at the chance to eat good, fresh anchovies, and the octopus salad made up of tomatoes, capers, and spices was also a standout. The wine was excellent (we always
chose red), and a shot of the local grappa was a fun way to end some of our fancier meals.
Each of the towns we visited was uniquely magical. We loved taking in the scenic views, fascinating history, and art, food, and culture of the locals.
The greatest highlights, however, were our moments together on the boat. Each morning with our cof fee, pastries, fruit, and of course, champagne, we set off on a new day grateful for the adventure ahead and
the chance to do it all together. Our three- to four-hour-long sails from town to town were smooth and picturesque. We seamlessly transitioned from swapping stories and laughs on the top deck to nap rotations on the bow. After moor ing we enjoyed swims in the clear cerulean water, so salty you could almost float above it! The sublime, unspoiled sea was paradise in itself, and the experiences ashore were just icing on top of the cake.
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Did you experience any challenges, such as rough weather?
Overall, the weather was beautiful, although it was seemingly hotter than usual and there were a few nights that (made it) hard to sleep on the boat.
Our final day docking in the marina was the only one that stood out as stressful. It was quite windy. The docks were busy with the other yachts that had just completed their own weeklong adventures in Croatia. Luckily the
Osibova crew had six days of successful parking under our belts, and Captain Isaac led us safely and smoothly to our final destination.
What’s the best part about chartering in Croatia?
Croatia is incredible sailing country; most of the islands are within sight of each other and the waters are very, very deep, so no need to worry about groundings. Each day we got to pick our adventure: you can swim, sunbathe, and generally enjoy the easy boat life, or you can adventure ashore and explore ancient towns built by the Greeks and Romans. Unlike the food in the British Virgin Islands, the food is fresh and incredible, and so are the wines.
Any recommendations for anyone curious about chartering there?
Do your research and have a light itiner ary for each of the islands you visit. There are hidden gems everywhere, and some of our best days were just spent exploring with no particular destination or goals. Rick Steves’s “Croatia and Slovenia” book is a great place to start.
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Have a plan (and a few back up plans) for mooring each day. We were lucky to snag a quayside spot at Vis Town (which does require mastering the tricky Med moor), but we moored or anchored for all other towns and traveled to shore on our dinghy.
Next time we’ll make some ad vance reservations so that we have a firmer understanding of where we’ll tie up each night. We had two sail ing novices on the boat who earned their stripes by the end of the trip; having a clear game plan and roles for each sailor was helpful each time we had to tie up at a new destina tion. Some harborside restaurants offer mooring, but fees vary, and they often will require a reservation at their restaurant.
Cash is frequently preferred in smaller towns on the islands. The local currency is the kuna, but they will transition to euros in 2023.
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Sailing Club of the Chesapeake Labor Day Cruise
By Sue Mikulski
Sailing Club of the Chesapeake (SCC) boats cruised the Bay, Meredith Creek, Aberdeen Creek, and docked at Chesapeake Yacht Club over Labor Day week end. Cruise leaders John Murray and Jill Hansen hit a home run with an incredibly well organized, very fun three-day cruise with more than 20 boats.
While the weather Gods were in our favor, a little more wind would have been nice as a few boats com
peted for the Medway Trophy. This perpetual SCC trophy was created in 1976, a gift from a British guest to mark the American bicentennial. It is kept at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum.
Chesapeake Yacht Club was our final stop welcoming more than 85 SCC members. The general manager Drew Davison and his team were well organized providing the SCC sail ors with advance notice of their slip assignments and providing docking
assistance as we arrived on the beautiful new floating docks.
SCC enjoyed the outdoor bar and a refreshing pool, followed by a fabulous buffet dinner. The rocking chairs by the fireplace are always the best when ending the night under the stars after an awe some sunset.
A rum tasting, a spontaneous happy hour with 17 people aboard Gallivant, and a limerick contest were just part of the fun. The limerick contest was won by Graham and Linda Jones. Jane Ams baugh and Monty Schumpert were also awarded prizes. Some limericks were bawdy, others about sailing on the Chesa peake, and some were just clean fun! A Jack ‘n’ Jill ice cream dinghy playing good humor music was the best! SCC members look forward to more fall cruising.
Since its founding in 1944, SCC has promoted sailing, cruising, and yacht rac ing afloat and ashore for the purpose of furthering the sport of sailing. Nearly 200 members and mates sail, cruise, and race 140 vessels throughout the Bay. The club welcomes sailors interested in learning more about the club. For more informa tion visit scc1944.clubexpress.com
Jill Hansen and John Murray stole the show with an ice cream dinghy complete with Good Humor music.
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Raftup on Cornfield Creek
By Carol Hanson
On Labor Day weekend, members of America’s Boating Club Wilming ton, also known as the Wilmington Sail and Power Squadron, enjoyed a wonderful weekend raftup in lovely Cornfield Creek on the Magothy River.
Light winds brought the sail boats across the Bay from North Point Marina in Rock Hall, MD. Lady L, the powerboat joining the raft up, had a short trip up the Magothy River from its home slip. Though the entrance to Cornfield Creek can be challenging, no one ran aground! The gathering included five sailboats and a powerboat, in two rafts. All enjoyed heavy appetizers aboard Skylark, a 47-
foot Beneteau. We were treated to cooler breezes and a beautiful Bay sun set that evening. Sunday brought stiffer winds of 10 to 12 knots. We delighted in a lovely sail back across the Bay to Rock Hall. Thanks again to Scott May
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Learn more about the educational pro grams, monthly summer raftups, and social activities of America’s Boating Club Wilm ington at wilmingtonpowersquadron.org
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Club Crabtowne Sets Sail
On June 25, members of Club Crabtowne enjoyed a 20-mile bicycle ride in St. Michaels, MD, lunch at the Lowes Wharf Marina Inn Restaurant, and a cruise aboard the skipjack H.M. Krentz in the Miles River, where we witnessed skillful sailing, saw oyster harvesting, and learned historical facts about the river settlements, as the tour guide pointed out our locations on a map of the river and surrounding areas. The weather was perfect for an entire day outdoors in the beautiful town and countryside.
On August 30, 10 of our members, including new ones from our meetup announcement, spent a delight ful evening at Reynold’s Tavern in Annapolis, where we enjoyed an outdoor dinner-theatre production of
A Servant of Two Masters. The excellent acting and staging were provided by the Classic Theatre of Maryland, formerly the Shakespeare Theatre of MD.
Club Crabtowne’s upcoming meeting regarding our recreational and social events will be held on October 25 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Fleet Reserve Club in An
napolis. At our meetings, we converse with our many friends over dinner during the first hour and then either have a speaker or simply discuss outings and trips.
For detailed information about our club see clubcrabtowne.org. Active-duty military personnel receive a one-year free membership.
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The Young Cruisers’ Association (YCA) is excited to announce the first International Cruis ers Awards presented by the Young Cruisers’ Association. These awards were created by YCA to highlight and reward cruisers for their hard work in content creation as well as shine a light on outstanding individuals in the cruis ing culture.
Entrant Erica Cook says, “We’re pretty stoked to be nominated into the International Cruisers Awards! It’s an honor to be a part of an extensive creative cruising community that is as ballsy, adventurous, and as wildly in love with this lifestyle as we are.”
Self-entry for nomination and public voting for category favorites, held through an online portal on the YCA website, will be open to people all over the world. Submissions and voting are now open and will close October 6 at
11:55 p.m. EST. An inter national panel of cruising peers and industry leaders and professionals will select the winners.
YCA will accept online entries for categories such as Remote Adventure of the Year, Best YouTube Chan nel of the Year in the sailing genre, Best TikTok, Photo of the Year, Water person of the Year, and Inspira tional Cruiser of the Year. All catego ries can be found at youngcruisers.org The public will be encouraged to vote for their favorites in each category.
An awards ceremony, to be held in Annapolis in mid-October, will be hosted by Sailing La Vagabonde. The ceremony will be followed by an after party thrown by the YCA.
YCA is an association that seeks to building connections among young
cruisers, defined pretty much as anyone who didn’t wait until retirement to start cruising. Standard membership is free and gains you access to its newsletters, rallies, gatherings, and general network. Mem bers can create profiles for themselves and show on a map where they’re cruising to allow other members in the area to get in touch with them. Burgees are available for member purchase and also help young cruisers identify one another. Find YCA at youngcruisers.org, on Facebook, and on Instagram @youngcruisers.
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# Warren and Erica Cook aboard VA with Rachel and Josh Shankle from Agape @voagesofagape. Photo courtesy of Erica Cook
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Wee Dram Race and Scotch Tasting
The 9th annual Wee Dram Race at Fishing Bay Yacht Club (FBYC) in Deltaville, VA, was anything but small. Held August 27-28, the event at tracted a record number of 28 cruising and racing boats as they sailed under very light wind conditions from Deltaville to Cape Charles, VA. Most of the boats had to douse the sails and turn on the engine as the sea state turned to glass.
But the racing was only part of the fun. Once at Cape Charles Yachting Cen ter, the club’s fleet occupied several docks where the “wee dram” Scotch tasting event commenced. A “wee dram” is technically one-eighth of a fluid ounce, and with 28 different bottles of Scotch to taste, most partici pants were only able to sample a few and then vote on their favorite bottle which was encased in a brown paper bag.
And the winner? A bottle of The Glenrothes, a spey side single malt Scotch whisky (the lack of an “e” in whis key makes it truly from Scotland!) with hints of vanilla, coconut, pears, and creme brulee. FBYC member David Clark, a native of Scotland, brought the crowd’s favorite bottle, which is only fitting as he won the race overall in his J-105, Corryvreckan, named for the legendary Scottish whirlpool.
The club is already making plans for the 10th anniver sary Wee Dram race in 2023. Will they add rum to the taste testing event? Never!
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Members Enthusiastically Share the Work and the Fun
By Mary Ann Gordon
The Sailing Club, Inc. made the most of the 2022 sailing season. Although we limited travel to US destinations, the good response to this season’s trips showed that our membership was eager to sail. Members enthusiastically shared the work, sailing, and the fun.
Our season started off with virtual training classes, followed by on-the-water training in early June. June 17 we had two sailboats loaded with provisions and crew looking forward to a four-day sailing trip staying north of the Bay Bridge. As we started out Saturday morning, the breeze was southwest and clocking north and building. That first night’s anchorage in Worton Creek provided a safe harbor and some thrills. At least two people claimed to have been “bitten” by something while in the water. We never were able to find a culprit, whether a fish or crab, but the marks left on a crew member’s leg gave proof of fact.
August’s week-long trip from Newport to Martha’s Vineyard grew from two char tered boats to three and from two different charter companies. The three boats met once out in Buzzards Bay and sailed within sight of each other to our first stop, Cut tyhunk Island. The next three days we were at various ports in Martha’s Vineyard. The wind, weather, seafood dinners, and shop
# Kris at the helm during an August cruise.
ping did not disappoint. The cooler nights were very much appreciated.
Our Frostbite trip planned for October 29-31 will have us sailing from Rock Hall to Baltimore and will include a couple of quiet creek anchorages. It promises to
be fantastic. Autumn winds and weather are historically great on the Bay, and the trip participants are planning on some fun underway and at the Inner Harbor. And we are still hoping to sail in Hawaii late January 2023!
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Four Clubs Join Together for a Fun Weekend
By Laurie Underwood
The Rock Hall Pirate and Wenches Weekend drew sailors from the four corners of the Chesapeake as members of the Hunters Sailing Associa tion Station #1 (HSA-1), Northern Star Hunter Sailing Association (NSHSA), Pentagon Sailing Club (PSC), and Her rington Harbour Sailing Association (HHSA) joined together for two days of merriment and mayhem at Haven Harbour South Marina August 12-14.
Friday evening featured a rum tasting followed by happy hour at the marina’s beach pavilion. Saturday’s events included the annual dinghy parade and poker run, a beach party, and a trip downtown to enjoy decorations, numerous food and craft vendors, and live entertain ment.
Saturday night, HSA-1 hosted a “Pirate Feast” at the marina’s new Admiral’s Club which was attended by nearly 50 members from four sailing clubs who rev eled in their pirate costumes and enjoyed a trivia contest and raffle before dining on barbecue provided by Phat Daddy’s BBQ. Afterward, sailors from the four clubs attended the Buccaneers
Ball at Waterman’s Crab House and took in the sounds of Wheelhouse, a local rock band that features two HSA-1 members.
This year was the fourth time that sailors from the assorted clubs enjoyed the events together, and the weekend’s festivities offered a great opportunity for HSA-1 members to build new bonds and friendships in the Chesapeake sail ing community. Crews from 21 sailboats attended. The staff at Haven Harbor South was extremely accommodating, and we look forward to returning next year.
On Labor Day weekend, 11 HSA-1 boats enjoyed perfect weather in Fish
ing Creek, a new-to-them anchorage on the Little Choptank. The weekend was packed with activities, and Sunday morning saw everyone doing something, from paddleboarding to kayaking to reading. In the afternoon they loaded five dinghies for a first-ever HSA-1 dinghy cruise, exploring Fishing and Church Creeks. On Labor Day, instead of going home, some went on to Oxford and others to Solomons, MD.
Upcoming HSA-1 activities include a crab fest off Salt Works Creek and the annual meeting and chili cookoff on Wye Island. A complete list of activities is at hsa1.org. Email commodore@hsa1. org to learn more about membership.
# Five dinghies were loaded with members for a first-ever HSA-1 dinghy cruise, exploring Fishing and Church Creeks over Labor Day weekend.
# Labor Day Weekend raft on Fishing Creek
# Hunter owners Joanne and Charles Anderlka at Pirates and Wenches Weekend in Rock Hall.
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The Corinthians Chesapeake Bay Fleet Fall Festivities
By Susan Theuns
The Corinthians Chesapeake Bay
Fleet has been busy moving into the fall activities. The Eastport Oyster Boys concert at Shaw Bay to sup port ShoreRivers is always a well-attended event, and this year was no exception. Many of the fleet gathered off the Wye River for the fun on September 10 and rafted for the night. Hank Recla acted as perennial port captain for the fleet, which was much appreciated. This is one of the unofficial season closers for many around the Bay area.
The annual Fall Cruise began on Sep tember 27 at Conquest Beach Park with a picnic, barbecue, and traditional Dark ‘n Stormy happy hour. There were lots of games and fun for those who came by land or by sea. Skippers were given many oppor tunities to choose anchor, raft, or marina as they zig-zagged across the Bay from coves to ports, ending at the Gibson Island Club
on October 5 for a wonderful closing dinner held at the beautifully appointed boathouse. Many thanks to the port captains (Janice Cannon, Gary DiVito, Denise Gill, Woodroe Leach, and Chris Rogers) and the entire activities com mittee for a job well done.
Members should pencil in a savethe-date for our annual Holiday Lun cheon to be held this year at the Naval
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Lastly, we would like to acknowledge the loss of longtime member, Carl Larson, who passed away in July. Deepest condolences to his wife Tulinda, family, and friends. He will be missed.
For information about membership, please check our website at thecorinthians.org for a brochure and additional information.
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# Sean Underwood, Lois White, Don White, and Tina Meegan, enjoying a Hunter Sailing Association-1 weekend cruise.
# America’s Boating Club-Wilmington Labor Day weekend raftup on Cornfield Creek off the Magothy River.
# Hunter Sailing Association members (L-R) Tony and Kim Valerio and Laurie and Sean Underwood at Pirates and Wenches Weekend in Rock Hall, MD.
# The view from the deck of the skipjack H.M. Krentz on St. Michaels harbor. Photo courtesy of Club Crabtowne
# Members of The Sailing Club, Inc. as crew aboard Silver Lining.
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Excelling in the ILCA Class
Meet Leo Boucher of St. Mary’s College of Maryland
St. Mary’s College sailor Leo Boucher has had an excellent year of competition in the ILCA (formerly Laser) class. Leo started sailing Optis at the age of nine out of the West River Sail ing Club. He moved on to Optis at Severn Sailing Association (SSA) and at the age of 14 into the Radial and at 18 the full rig. He’s sailed both the 420 and ILCA at the college level, earned ICSA Honor able Mention twice and won the College Singlehanded Championship twice.
Can you list your top accomplishments in 2022?
I won the ILCA North American Cham pionship (ILCA 7 fleet of 49) in Kingston, Ontario, ensuring a seat for the U.S. at the Pan American Games next summer. I also won all of the U.S. Open Sailing Series California events (San Diego and Long Beach) and placed third at both the Fort Lauderdale and Clearwater, FL, events.
My performance at the ILCA World Championships in Puerta Vallarta, Mexico, in May was underwhelming in my opinion—I’d had Covid the week before. I arrived two days before the event, with one day to set up my boat. I rounded the top mark in the top five once but got passed by everybody! I was the top American finisher.
How has your sailing improved over the last year?
My fleet management is getting bet ter. I am able to stay consistent and so know I can stay near the top of the fleet.
What have your challenges been?
Covid was an unexpected challenge. Fitness, too. Being a smaller ILCA sailor, I have to be twice as fit as these other guys. You have to stay on top of it. One of the few things you can control in the sport of sailing is how fit you are.
What do you do for fitness?
You name it: lift weights, use the rowing machine and hiking bench (which I admit I don’t like), and do cardio. I work out with Harry Legum at Annapolis Sailing Fitness for high-intensity workouts.
Who have your mentors been?
All the coaches I’ve had: Adam Werblow, Bill Ward, and Connor Blouin. Clay Johnson, owner of Colie Sails coached me in Optis and pushed me toward the Laser. Caleb Payne.
Do you do any coaching/ mentoring?
During my gap year in fall of 2020 and spring of 2021 due to Covid, I coached high school sailors, and during the sum mers I coached the ILCA team at SSA. If I’m at a regatta, young sailors will come to ask me questions, and I’m always open to answering.
What are your top tips for young sailors?
Just enjoy it! Fitness is important—it’s an understated thing. No one knows how much work you have to put into it. You have to enjoy the struggle to enjoy the success.
What are your future sailing plans?
ILCA Europeans in November in Hyeres, France. Also the two qualifiers in Florida over the winter in January and February are high stakes as they’re all or nothing and the qualifiers for the Pan Am Games and Olympic test event.
What are your career goals?
I plan to sail for two or three years after school. If I don’t make the Olympic games for 2024, I will reassess. I will probably take the GMAT for business school as I train.
# Photo by Lexi Pline
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Fall Is for Racing! Championship Season on the Chesapeake Bay
While northern sailing towns may batten down the hatches for the season this month, racing sailors on the Chesa peake gear up for some of the best on-water competition of the year in a series of championship regattas. Autumn brings great breeze, yet the water remains warm, making the conditions ideal for sailboat racing from early-month short-sleeve days through Halloween warmer jacket days.
Of course, several significant events have already taken place, including the Star North Ameri cans back in June, the Harbor 20
Class Championship in September (see page 133), and the J/30 North Americans (September 23-25—while this magazine was at the printer).
There’s much more racing to come in October: Among a crowd favorite is the ILCA Chesapeake Bay Masters Championship Regatta at Fishing Bay Yacht Club in Deltaville, VA (October 1-2). Annapolis sailors look forward to the J/35 North Americans at Annapolis Yacht Club (October 21-23), J/105 East Coasts at AYC (October 22-23), and the Soling North Americans at Severn Sailing Association (October 20-23). The J/24 North American Champi
onship runs concurrently with the J/22 East Coast Championship at SSA (October 28-30).
In addition to these big regat tas, we have a full slate of popular annual events, such as the AYC Fall Series (October 1-2 and 8-9), the Baltimore City Yacht Associa tion Harbor Cup (October 15), and the Eastport Yacht Club Fall Brawl (October 28-30). Find a more complete list in our calendar on page 48. Find race results and analysis in the November and December issues of SpinSheet and photos of the action in the maga zine and at spinsheet.com/photos
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# The J/24 World Championship 2009 was the last big J/24 regatta locally. The North Americans unfold October 27-30. Photo by Mark Talbott
A Record-Setting CRAB Cup!
Arecord 94 boats entered this year’s CRAB Cup on August 20 to benefit Chesapeake Region Accessible Boating (CRAB). Nearly 400 racing sailors were out on the water competing in the light-air pursuit race. For the second year they were joined by powerboaters who played in the Poker Pursuit competition. After racing, hun dreds of CRAB supporters came to the best Shore Party in CRAB Cup history.
CRAB board president David Hankey said, “I would like to thank our generous hosts at the Eastport Yacht Club (EYC)
for exceeding our expectations this year. The new layout and lighting were a hit!
I would also like to thank the founding sponsor, the Boatyard Bar & Grill, for the delicious grilled buffet, and premier sponsor Engel & Volkers for its generous support for the third year.”
Guests enjoyed the Caribbean music of steel drum band Caiso. The party shifted gears after the awards ceremony and live auction as Misspent Youth rocked the house. Many thanks to Dixon for allowing CRAB guests with dis abilities on stage to sing a few songs with
the band. Sponsor Mount Gay and Red Stripe provided all the libations necessary to quench the thirst of a very happy crowd. Auctioneer Joe Gormley presided over an exciting live auction with great prizes, thanks to Dream Yacht Charter, Paul Reed Smith Guitars, and Hinckley Yachts.
The pursuit race featured 17 classes and plenty of awards. Find full results at yachtscoring.com and information about CRAB at crabsailing.org Find the full photo gallery at spinsheet.com/photos.
# The CRAB class in action on Beneteau First 22As.
# Overall pursuit winner Keith Mayes and his team on Jubilee. Photos by Will Keyworth
# Tim McGee provedvictorious in the CRAB class on Club Mac.
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A Record-Setting CRAB Cup!
CRAB Cup Class Winners
overall Pursuit, Jubilee, Keith Mayes
Harbor 20 (full crew), Endurance, John Heintz
Harbor 20 (singlehanded), Skimmer, Margaret Podlich
CRAB Beneteau First 22(A), Club Mac, Tim McGee
Alerion Express 28, Skimmer, Jack and Marti Detweiler Cal 25 (non-spin), Arctic Tern, H. Marie Harkenrider
J/80, Snowstorm, Anthony Flake
J/105, Velvet Hammer, Robinson/Stryker
Viper 640, Deep State, Walt Pletcher
PHRF A0/A1, Patriot VII, Steve Young/US Patriot Sailing
PHRF A2, Jubilee, Keith Mayes
PHRF B, Phoenix, Peter Firey
PHRF C, Committed, Warren Richter/Tracey Golde
PHRF N, AfterShock, Paul Susie
PHRF Cruiser (spin), Flagfest, Daniel Flagler
PHRF Cruiser (non-spin), Bingo!, Brent and Caroline Allen oRC Racer, Lightfoot, Kenneth Shuart oRC Cruiser, Miles To Go, Erik Halverson
# Steve Young of US Patriot Sailing topped PHRF A0/A1 on Patriot VII.
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the full photo gallery at spinsheet.com/photos # What a memorable party! # Thank you, race committee for your hard work and fun spirit! # Sailors of all ages came out for the event.
Annapolis to Cambridge Lighthouse Challenge
A Tradition Gets Underway
By Gwen Mayes
On August 24, the inaugural An napolis to Cambridge (A2C) Lighthouse Challenge was held on a picture-perfect, early fall afternoon with wind that exceeded expectations, holding steady about 10-12 knots from the north. Out of 30 boats that registered, 25 raced, and five were from Cambridge. Weather predictions leading up to the race resembled a magic carpet ride: high winds, no wind, possible thunderstorms, scattered showers, local wind gusts. You name it; the forecast covered the gamut of weather conditions well known to sailors in August. On race day conditions could not have been better.
“The race was perfect for spinnaker work down the Bay,” said Trevor Ca rouge, vice commodore and regatta chair of the Cambridge Yacht Club (CYC) and skipper of Blur. “The wind gods definitely answered everyone’s prayers.” Carouge and his team finished first across the line in the PHRF A fleet of six, corrected to second overall within the division.
The race was the first in the Bay for Peter Barkley, a native Swede who grew up sailing outside Stockholm with his dad and grandfather in the Archipelago. Now a resident of Cambridge, he sailed 3-6-9, a Capri 30 owned by Pat Seidel (both CYC members).
“The most exciting part was flying the spinnaker down the Bay,” said Bark ley. “Sailing this way consumes your attention due to the power of the sail. Mistakes can be quite serious. We flew the spinnaker the whole way, except for a few gybes and one tack, so there was no room to relax. To make it even more interesting, only two on the crew had sailed with a spinnaker before.” Barkley’s team included Sam Harper, Ben Malmgren, Elias Gartner, and Alex Child. They finished first across the line in the PHRF B fleet of three and first overall in the division.
According to Bill Schneider, USCG Captain and member of Eastport Yacht Club (EYC), who manned
Top Three Results
oRC Racer (5 Boats)
1. Blaze Star, Patrick Teeling
2. Country Squire, Kevin and John White
3. Muskrat, Nick Iliff
oRC Cruiser (4 Boats)
1. Miles To Go, Erik Halverson
2. Anneliese, Joseph Zebleckes
3. Celerity, Richard Lober
PHRF A0/A1 (1 Boats)
1. Whatshername, Dave Sossamon
PHRF A2 (7 Boats)
1. Mama Tried, Andrew Noel
2. Blur, Trevor Carouge
3. Kyrie, Beth Berry
PHRF B (3 Boats)
1. 3-6-9, Peter Barclay
2. Gabrielle, Branden Spear
3. Bennu, Julianne DeGraw Fettus
PHRF N (4 Boats)
1. Orion, Jon Opert
2. Touche, Robert Dickey
3. Blinding Fury, Eric Richardson
Multihull A (2 Boats)
1. Cheshire Cat, John Enderle
2. Mikayla, John Nicholson
Multihull B (2 Boats)
1. Gemini, Jere and Lloyd Glover
2. Flipper, John Wayshner
# Andrew Noels Mama Tried team (purple boat) placed first in PHRF A2. Dave Sossamon’s Whatshername placed first in A0/A1.
Annapolis to Cambridge Lighthouse Challenge continued
the Signal Boat’s Papa Flag, there were no safety concerns that the race commit tee was made aware of, but one course correction was noted.
“Unexpectedly, the boat leading the fleet failed to make a mark (“G9”) at the southern tip of Tilghman Island, and she had to retrace her course quite a distance back to make the mark. She lost her lead for the remainder of the race. It was an odd mistake, but I suspect there’s a rea
sonable explanation,” explained Schnei der. “Last year, the Coast Guard changed the name of that green buoy from “G7” to “G9,” and the skippers of each boat would have needed to update their charts to catch the change.”
Sailors were greeted at the CYC out door gazebo with food, drinks, and music an hour earlier than anticipated. Watch ing the spinnakers come up the Choptank as the wind picked up filled the afternoon
with excitement. On the lawn, Carouge thanked EYC and CYC volunteers and event sponsors: EVO Brewing Co., Phil lips, and The Tile and Stone Center.
The success of the race, idyllic weather conditions, and revelry of the sailing community easily led to talk of a repeat in 2023. No doubt the race is a tradition in the making.
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# Beth Berry’s Kyrie team placed third in PHRF A2.
# Nick Iliff - flying the EWE Spirit flag - placed third in ORC Racer.
# Trevor Carouge’s Blur placed second in PHRF A2.
# Is it doublehanded sailing when there’s a dog onboard? Amy and Pat Teeling placed first in ORC Racer on Blaze Star. Photos by Will Keyworth
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Stingray Point Regatta, a True Gem
By Charlotte Staas
Over Labor Day weekend, the Fishing Bay Yacht Club (FBYC) in Deltaville, VA, hosted its an nual Stingray Point Regatta. A favorite of Southern Chesapeake Bay racers, the regatta provided 27 competing boats in five fleets with three long, challenging days.
The event began on Friday with a long-distance race, with Rick Klein as PRO. Later, FBYC hosted a fun, light-hearted get-together to kick off the weekend.
With the first gun at 11 a.m., Satur day was challenging with winds ranging from two to nine knots with gusts up to 10, requiring every racer to find their patience and dig deep. Most competi tors ended the day with a little bit of fun, especially the Nanuq team, who hoisted and flew their spinnaker through the channel on the way into the docks.
Glenn Doncaster, the skipper of Nanuq, stated, “We did not want to waste the best wind of the day. Just add ing a little excitement to the adventure.”
The day’s racing wore out competi tors, but they were not tired enough to miss out on the tent party! Once again, FBYC provided a fabulous taco bar, refreshments, and a live band to get sail ors out on the dance floor. This party is infamous for being loud, fun, and a good way to end the first day as well as an in
teresting lead-up to the last day. FBYC members volunteered their time to make sure that the requests of their guests were met. The yacht club provided guests with camping grounds, boat slips, launching ramps, and breakfast in the mornings.
A big part of keeping the weekend running smoothly was Elizabeth Staas, who served as the regatta chair and is the immediate past commodore. Staas says, “FBYC was happy to host the 28th annual Stingray point Regatta, and as a volunteer yacht club, we truly benefit by all of our members and friends ensuring success on and off the water.”
Sunday, there was a question about hoisting the dreaded AP flag because of the lack of wind, but race chair and PRO Mike Toms was determined to get some quality racing in with the conditions provided.
Toms says, “The great race committee team knew the water and conditions on the Bay well. The team set the tone by getting to the course early, getting good wind readings, the running tight, errorfree starting sequences”
With the first guns at 11 a.m., once again, the sailors were off. Wind condi tions and heat made Sunday extremely challenging for the RC and competitors.
Class Winners
PHRF Cruising
Dianthus, David Tabor
PHRF Spinnaker A1
Wild Horses, Hawk Caldwell and Clarke McKinney
PHRF Spinnaker A2 Sting, Mark Wensell
PHRF Spinnaker B Mad Hatter, Bob Fleck
PHRF Spinnaker C Wendas, James Sturdy
The first race took two to three hours and was filled with tactics, changing tides, and differing wind conditions. The mark boats ensured that the racers stayed on a square course and starting line.
The weekend concluded with results and the infamous cornhole tournament, sponsored by the FBYC Young Adult Membership. A special award given at the annual regatta is the FBYC Heis man Trophy, awarded to the individual or boat who exhibits a true Corinthian spirit and sportsmanship throughout the regatta. This year, Ann Lit Franklin was awarded the trophy for her absolute dedication to ensuring that every aspect of the regatta went off without a hitch.
Another year of the Stingray Point Regatta reminded competitors of the great venue, conditions, and parties that FBYC can provide. Competitors can not wait for next year’s racing. The past weekend was a true gem and a wonder ful way to conclude a summer’s worth of competition! I am proud to say I am a part of the junior sailing program at this yacht club and can’t wait to see what they have in store for next year.
# Bob Fleck’s winning Mad Hatter of FBYC (black spinnaker).
# Hawk Caldwell and Clarke McKinney’s Wild Horses team won PHRF A1 Spin. Photos by Paul Almany
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# Michael Cone’s Actaea (blue) placed third in PHRF C/D, with Nick Iliff’s Alaris (sail #3184) finishing first. Out in front is Elizabeth Principe and team on 3-6-9 who placed first in PHRF B.
100 Competing Boats at the NASS Race to Oxford
The Naval Academy Sailing Squadron (NASS) hosted its 67th Race to Oxford September 10 with an even 100 registered boats for the popular fall race starting off Annapolis. Although the wind petered out, making for many retirements and “time limit expired” scores, 60 percent of the teams finished the shortened race. While some turned and burned to head back to various western shore ports from Herring Bay to Baltimore, others made their way to the party at the Tred Avon Yacht Club in Oxford.
Find full results at yachtscoring.com and a gallery of photos at spinsheet.com/photos
NASS Race to Oxford - Top Three Results
oRC II
1. Kolohe, Dave Van Der Spuy
Cookie Monster, Stephen Hale
Skoot
Dan Lewis
Five O’clock, Michael Jewell
Celerity, Richard Lober
Orion, Jon Opert
Incommunicado
Tracey / Polk
VII, Steve Young / US
9 Boats)
Swellville, John Anderson
Touche, Robert Dickey
Snow Day, Richard Snow
PHRF A1 (5 Boats)
1. Seabiscuit, Kevin McNeil
2. Victorine, David Conlon
PHRF A2 (8 Boats)
1. Mama Tried, Andrew Noel
2. Blur, Trevor Carouge
3. Integrity, Virendra Ghate
PHRF C/D (4 Boats)
1. Alaris, Nick Iliff
2. Cookie, Steve Culfogienis
3. Actaea, Michael M Cone
CHESSS (Spinnaker) (5 Boats)
1. Synergy, Jeffrey Halpern
PHRF B (5 Boats)
1. 3-6-9, Elizabeth Principe
2. Nicole, Thomas Campbell
3. Resolute, David Adams
PHRF A0 (1 Boats)
1. Crocodile, Scott Ward
Multihull A (10 Boats)
1. Mikayla, John Nicholson
2. OrgaZmatron, Josh Colwell
3. Triple Threat, Timothy Lyons
# Photos by Will Keyworth
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The Harbor 20 Class Championship in Annapolis
The 2022 Harbor 20 Class Cham pionship competitors wrapped up the last day of the event, Septem ber 8-10, with the best breeze sailors had seen in Annapolis for quite some time for a weekend regatta. Sailors saw a high of 17 knots at one point during the third of four races on Sunday; the average throughout the day was 10-12 knots before dropping down for the last couple of legs during the last race of the day and series.
Although the weather was dreary, it didn’t stop the excitement of getting a chance to say that we had a regatta once Race 4 was completed, per the Notice of Race. After Saturday’s racing was called off in a dying breeze and three races were on the board, competitors needed one more to make it a “championship,” and that’s what they got. Having moved up the first warning by an hour, PRO Ray Wulff and the race committee knocked out Races 4-7 with time to spare.
Out of the 24 competing boats, top ping the podium from Newport Beach,
CA., was Bill Menninger sailing with Marino diMarzo on the latter’s Velella In second place on Bullfrog were Tim Adelman and Tucker Thompson, who made the trip back to Annapolis to sail in the event. In third place sailing on Yellow Jacket II were AYC past commo dore Jeffrey Scholz and RJ Trejo.
Harbor 20 Fleet 5 members worked incredibly hard to make this event hap pen with many chartering their boats out to visiting sailors from Harbor 20 fleets around the US. The 2022 Harbor 20
Class Championship had amazing support from the community in Annapolis and on the West Coast. A big shout out to the event sponsors: Jackson Family Wines, Bert Jabin’s Yacht Yard, North Sails, True North Yachting, LLC, Anne Harrington Properties, Sea Bags, Torqeedo, Harken Derm, Just Marine, and the official lunch supplier for the regatta Eastport Kitchen. The event was hosted by Annapolis Yacht Club.
Find results at yachtscoring.com and more photos at spinsheet.com/photos
# Winners Bill Menninger and Marino diMarzo on the latter’s Velella. Photos by Will Keyworth
# Bell Carty and her brother Andy Hughes on Puffin.
# In second place on Bullfrog, Tim Adelman and Tucker Thompson.
# PRO Ray Wulff, Tucker Thompson and Tim Adelman, Marino diMarzo and Bill Menninger, RJ Trejo and AYC Past Commodore Jeff Scholz, and Commodore Ed Hartman. Photo by Larry Martin
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A Delightful Day for the Hospice Cup
Eighty racing teams showed up at the start line on Saturday, Septem ber 17 for the 41st annual Hospice Cup off Annapolis. An hour-long post ponement, two for one-design fleets, had racing sailors wondering if it was going to be another “no sail, but fun party” day as in 2021. Mother Nature had other ideas and produced a light and building breeze from the south, making for a delightful sailing day!
Always held in mid-September, the Hospice Cup raises funds and awareness of local non-profit hospices. Participating hospices use these funds to offer quality end-of-life care to patients, their families, and friends. Organizers were thrilled by this year’s fundraising efforts, which included race registrations, team fundrais ers, merchandise, sponsorships, and at the Shore Party a silent auction for 30 cool
packages and items, including the framed Hospice Cup 2022 image by local artist Bill Sutton. The 2022 event raised more than $100,000.
Cedric Lewis and Fredrik Salvesen’s team on the J/105 Mirage not only topped the 14-boat one-design fleet, as they often do, but they also captured five special awards, including top team fundraiser. Brian Barone and his 12-year-old son Zane, who sailed the Ranger 37 Revenge doublehanded to a win in the CHESSS class, earned the Donnybrook-Brendan Award for racing success with a junior sailor as part of the crew.
The Shore Party at Horn Point Marina, which had been successful in 2021 in its “scaled-down” format—no entrance fee, a food truck instead of catering, and the oneman-band of Orlando Phillips—proved to be a well-loved format again in 2022.
This annual event is a cooperative effort of Hospice Cup, Inc, The Sailing Club of the Chesapeake, Storm Trysail Club, the Chesapeake Racer Cruiser Association, and multiple hospices serving the Maryland, Washington, DC, and Northern Virginia areas where most racers live and work. The par ticipating hospices benefit from funds raised.
The Hospice Cup is the third and fi nal event of the Triple Crown of Char ity Sailing series, also including the Maryland Leukemia Cup and CRAB Cup. The Triple Crown awardee will have competed in and raised funds for all three events. The winner will be an nounced at a ceremony next month.
To learn how you can get involved, visit hospicecup.org; find more photos at spinsheet.com/photos.
# Gavin and Holly O’Hare placed first in the six-boat Snipe fleet.
# Henry Filter placed first in the seven-boat Melges 15 fleet.
# The Hospice Cup board thanked the J/105 fleet for many years of fundraising and racing at this event.
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Top Three Finishers
Warren/Tracey Richter
Eric Johnson and Catherine Cotell
Gregory Urban
Gavin OHare
Folks Boogie
Lisa Pline
Fishback
Brian Wiersema
Bell Carty
John Heintz
Wild Child
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Henry Filter
Zack Kelchner
Hunter
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Ingenuity
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Joe Lombardo
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Little
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Legacy
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Charlie Husar
Fred Atwood
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Jon Opert
Philip Maiese
David Dodson
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Jubilee, Keith Mayes
Frank Martien
Bo Darlington
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Daniel Flagler
Nine
Paul Kaladas
Julianne DeGraw Fettus
Barone
Craig Lisk
Eric Richardson
Sailing
Jack
Marti Detweiler
Young
Stephen Grimm
Cedric Lewis/Fredrik Salvesen
Carl Gitchell
Andrew Kennedy
# Bo Darlington’s Valhalla team.
# Eric Richardson’s Blinding Fury team placed secondin PHRF N A/B. Photos by Al Schreitmueller
SpinSheet.com October 2022 135 # A Navy J/105 team in action.
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PHRF N A/B (6 Boats) 1. Seaya Later,
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3. Valhalla, Valhalla
PHRF NC (7 Boats) 1. Skimmer,
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Southern Bay Racing News
By Lin McCarthy
Two Days of Fun at the Cape Charles Cup 2022
From Southern Bay Racing News You Can Use, #1089:
There’s a saying that goes, “Sometimes you’re the windshield. Sometimes you’re the bug.” A lead up week of weather prognostications included rain-thunderstorms-rain for Saturday and not much better for Sunday. So, it was a surprise when Saturday came up sunny and with a fair breeze. Prepared to be the bugs, most competitors in the Leo Wardrup Memorial Cape Charles Cup (CCC) August 20-21 were delighted
to be on the windshield side of things. Although light air and shortened, Sunday was a race day, too.
PRO Jay Thompson wrapped it up best in summarizing the event. He said, “We had a great two days of racing. Actually, two days for us is a win. On Saturday we had five to 10 knots of wind from the east southeast, so most boats sailed all the way to Cape Charles without a single tack. Sunday was a little more challenging. No
wind to start the day, so we moved the course down the Bay a mile and a half and got them started in four to five knots of wind. It held until about 1 p.m. and died out and went from an upwind to a downwind finish for the second half of the fleet. Sixty-six boats finished Saturday and 45 Sunday.”
Standings below include both races. Find results for each day at broadbaysailing.org/CCCResults
Overall Fleet
Christina Ritger,
Jimmy Schools, Freedom Won
# The Oyster Farm at King’s Creek makes for an excellent party venue with memorable sunsets.
# Ben and Christina Ritger’s team on Argo finished first overall in ORC Cruiser. Photos by Eric Brinsfield
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Winners PHRF (25 boats) Bill Ripley, Obsession oRC Cruisers (10 boats) Ben and
Argo CRUISING (29 boats)
Hampton Middle Ground Light Race
A Racers’ Favorite on the Southern Chesapeake Bay
The Middle Ground Lighthouse is situated at the confluence of the James River and Hampton Roads Harbor, downstream from the Monitor Merrimac Bridge Tunnel, just northwest of Craney Island. Like most lighthouses, it is easy to find.
Middle Ground Light, by the end of the sailing season, will have been targeted as a mark by a plethora of Hampton Roads area races. One popular race which carries the struc ture’s name, was run the first weekend after Labor Day (September 11), as it has been for countless consecutive years by Hampton Yacht Club (HYC) as its annual big boat regatta.
For this year’s edition, last-minute predictions of foul weather did not materialize. Sunday morning saw 26 boats heading for the starting area, each intending to “round that lighthouse” ahead of others in their fleets. And, that is what they did… again in 2022.
HYC laid on a post-race feast of fajitas and beer for all the skippers and crew that resulted in an eat-athon that may have matched Ripley’s Believe It Or Not standards. Records were not kept, wisely so. Now the ac tual quantity will be debated for years to come at future Hampton Middle Ground Light Races.
Fleet Winners
PHRF A
Joyride, Melges 32, Doug Bird
PHRF B/C Rumble, J/29, Ben Weeks
PHRF NS 1 Argo, Dufour 50, Ben and Christina Ritger
PHRF NS 2
Folly, Morgan 24, Doug Miller
Viper 640 Rolling Thunder, V-640, Vir Menon
Principal Race officer: John McCarthy
official Scorer: John Ritter
Signal Boat: Jason and Meghan Erbecker on Liberty Risk
# Kay Miller took this photo from Folly as the team rounded Middle Ground Light. They finished first in PHRF N. Photo by Kay Miller via Facebook
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Racing Action at Cambridge Yacht Club
Cambridge Yacht Club, the oldest yacht club on the Eastern Shore, has a proud history of hosting spectacular events. This August was no different. It was an exciting and busy month hosting three major regattas: Hampton One-Design National Championship, the 83rd Governor Hicks Cup Log Canoe Races, and the new Annapolis to Cambridge Lighthouse Challenge (see page 127).
Hampton One Design Nationals
Nine Hampton One Design boats compet ed over the three-day National Cham pionships August 19-21. Friday racing saw 10-knot southerly winds. Two races were completed. On Saturday the racing was postponed due to light winds until late afternoon when the breeze filled in from the southwest. Southeasterly winds filled the course Sunday, and we were able to complete the final two races of the series.
Gordon Wolcott dominated the race on Superfreak. The second-place boat trailed by five points at the end of the series. There was a tie for third and fourth place.
Top Three Finishers
1. Superfreak, Gordon Wolcott
2. Norfolking Way, Alex Jacob
3. Blaze, Gordon Stokes
The Hicks Trophy for Log Canoes
This year, CYC hosted seven compet ing boats with challenging windwardleeward courses for the log canoes— something not often used in the log canoe world but much appreciated. This resulted in some extremely competitive racing with crowded windward mark roundings.
“It got the blood pumping a bit,” to use one competitor’s words.
Island Blossom dominated the race, post ing two firsts and a third. The race commit tee was able to get one race in on Saturday morning; however, racing was abandoned altogether in the afternoon due to a lack of wind. Fortunately, the Choptank River provided good light breezes on Sunday morning, and the RC was able to in get two back-to-back races.
Top Three Finishers
1. Island Blossom, Corbin Penwell
2. Persistence, Michael Keene
3. Jay Dee, Dan North
The second, third, and fourth place holders were all within two points of one another: very tight racing.
# Hampton One Design racing in Cambridge. Photo courtesy of Trevor Carouge/CYC
# Log canoes in action in Cambridge, MD. Photo by Al Schreitmueller
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# Jordan Stock sports her SpinSheet Racing Team shirt at this year’s Hospice Cup. Photo by Al Schreitmueller
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# We don’t WANT to think about snow yet, but isn’t it easier to prepare your boat now when it’s still warm enough to do so without your fingers freezing off?
Small Boat Scene
Shorter Days, Cooler Temps, Cozy Boats…
By Kim Couranz
We have quietly passed into the hibernation side of the year. Daylight is shorter than the dark hours, but we’re not quite driving home in total darkness; temperatures are cooling but haven’t yet hit November’s free fall of cold rain. We’re still sailing and racing, but with ever-thickening lay ers of neoprene and hats trending from baseball caps to winter beanies.
Doesn’t mean it’s time to put our boats away for the winter (and some frostbiters will keep at it through the snappy cold months), but that day is just around the corner. If you know your sea son is drawing to a close, October can be the perfect time to find a day still warm enough to work outside with water and not end up with cold fingers as you cozy your dinghy up for the winter.
Prepare your boat to hibernate hap pily! Here are a few tips to implement before you close up shop for the winter so that a happier boat greets you in the spring.
Spar-kling Treatment
You can simultaneously ensure your spars overwinter well, set yourself up for a solid rigging check, and reduce stressful wind age issues by taking your mast down for the winter. For most dinghies, this is a pretty quick process—well worth the hour or so with a friend to make it happen. In the process, you’ll end up removing old pieces of electrical tape that may be hiding and corrosion that have built up over the season. You may make some troubling discoveries: Most halyards and shrouds are made of wire. Go over these carefully to see if any of the strands are broken. Any issues? You’ve got a long winter in which to overcome any supply chain issues—place your orders for replacements now!
Keeping your mast down over the winter is also a nice little break for your boat, as it removes the stress inherent in having a mast and tensioned shrouds for a few months. And it’s a nice head start for keep ing your boat ready to roll in the face of any super windy nor’easters.
Suds-n-Rinse
Of course you’re giving your boat a nice little freshwater rinse after every excur sion, but step it up before putting it to bed for the year. Salt is a corrosive! Give your boat and all its parts a nice wash-down. As you have your mast down, give that a good cleaning, too. Be sure to give a good sudsing and rinse-out to parts with crevices and moving parts: I’m looking at you, blocks and cam cleats!
Ice Is Not Your Friend
We small-boat sailors love a great romp in a blow with water spraying everywhere. And we get back to the boat park, rinse things off, and walk away. Fine game, unless things will freeze. Recall from your school days: As water freezes into ice, it expands. And that can cause chaos if it expands in a place where it shouldn’t. One prime example of this: ILCA (formerly Laser) mast step wells.
To avoid a cracked mast step (and therefore structurally unsound mast step),
Photo by Al Schreitmueller
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it’s vital to ensure this area is dry when you’re tucking your boat away for the win ter. Borrow a friend and have them help you flip your boat over for a moment to let the water drain out. Or attach a sponge to the end of a stick (kitchen sponge rubberbanded around the end of a paint stirrer works well) to sop it up. ILCA mast steps aren’t the only place at risk; inspect your boat as it may have its own little bowls of potential ice challenge.
Snug as a Bug in a… Boat Cover
Now that you’ve gotten hull, spars, and parts all happy, it’s time to wrap ‘em all up. A good boat cover is an important element to stowing your boat away for the winter. It will keep snow off, hopefully keep the rain out (see “Ice Is Not Your Friend” as rain that settles into those crevices can become ice), and protect your boat from other chal lenges as it hibernates. Make sure it’s in good condition. A tattered and torn cover doesn’t stand up well to winter’s fury.
Some sailors will choose to use a top and bottom cover for longer-term storage. If you are using both covers, be sure that— depending on how your boat will “sit” for
the winter (deck up or flipped over hull side up)—the cover facing the sky is overlapped on top of the cover facing the ground. That helps water flow off the boat, rather than into the other cover.
Secured and Ready for Snow
Your boat is now a happy cocoon! But it’s not quite time to walk away. Recall those bone-chilling winter gales… and tie your boat down as best possible for where it will spend the winter. On a boat rack? Tie your hull and spars down well. On a dolly? Check to see if there are tie-down loops in the boat yard that you can use to secure your boat. And tie your boat onto your dolly. Doesn’t need to be road-trip tight— just tight enough that you’ll sleep well when it blows 30, and it’s pelting ice, and you definitely don’t want to venture outside to check on it.
Dee-luxe Treatment
If possible, remove all the “stuff” you usu ally keep on your boat and store it inside— in a dry, above-freezing spot—over the winter. I’m talking sails, handheld radio, spray can of WD-40, leftover energy bars from that regatta in September. Bonus: Do
you have room in a garage or other stor age building for your boat? Keeping your boat out of the weather for a handful of months is a great boost!
Treat Yourself
Putting a boat away for the winter is bittersweet. Sad indeed to say goodbye to sailing for a bit until it warms up, but it’s a great time to take a breather and start daydreaming about next spring. Plan ahead for next season—did you notice anything that should get replaced or could be upgraded as you worked over your boat? Order it on up—or put it on your holiday wish-list!
About the Author: SpinSheet columnist for more than a dozen years, Kim Couranz has earned several national and world titles in Laser Radials (ILCA 6) and Snipes. She has also raced J/22s, J/24s, and Ynglings on an international level.
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Launch
SailTime announces the launch of Sea Style Yacht Partners, the first fractional yacht ownership program that offers multihull power and sailing yachts. The Annapolis, MD, based company is part of the Sea Style Acquisitions (SSA), a leader in fractional yachting for the past 20 years and is the innovator of well-known boat sharing programs such as SailTime, Pow erTime, and Embark Scheduling Software. Seas Style Yacht Partners offers a sensible path to yacht ownership by offering their clients the option to buy a 25 or 50 percent share in a fully crewed yacht or a large luxury catamaran, focusing on the market between 60 and 150 feet. “We recognize many potential yacht buyers are seek ing a higher level of service and a turnkey yachting experience from the moment of purchase to the time they are underway in the most desirable boating destinations,” says Mathias Chouraki, president of Sea Style Yacht Partners and veteran yacht bro ker and licensed commercial captain. “Our company is capitalizing on the clear trend of the past decade that shows exponen tial growth in luxury shared goods, from private aviation to extravagant villas and yachts.” Operational costs are shared by each client based on percentage of owner ship. Sea Style manages the accounts for the vessel and provides the owners with an easy-to-read monthly expense statement. Sea Style Yacht Partners handles all opera tions from crew management, insurance, and dockage to regular maintenance and repairs. Depending on the level of owner ship, owners are guaranteed a minimum of seven to 14 weeks a year. Owners plan their vacation well in advance or last-minute (48-hour notice) if no other owners are on board. Sea Style Yachts may be in loca tions from the Mediterranean Sea to the Caribbean and East Coast USA (Florida, Hamptons, Rhode Island…). Yacht reloca tions are planned before each season with the input of the owners. seastyle.net
Expanded
Back Creek Canvas recently expanded its operations to a larger facility at Horn Point Harbor Marina in Eastport at the mouth of Back Creek. The move increases Back Creek Canvas’s space by more than two-and-a-half times and allows for in creased production and more room for the expanding shop both in terms of capacity (projects) and employees. The company’s owner, Shawn James, believes the increased
space will also allow the company to adopt some of the digital fabrication technologies that are transforming the industry. Back Creek Canvas will host an Open House on Saturday Oct. 15 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the Sailboat Show for partners and customers who want to see the new shop and some of the latest canvas fabrication technologies. backcreekcanvas.com
Electric outboard
The French-based company TEMO, manufacturer of the first portable, electricpowered outboard motor TEMO.450, is entering the US market. The pioneering start-up has had great initial success in its domestic market. Only three years after the launch of the TEMO.450 engine, it has already delivered more than 3000 electric motors all over Europe and is now looking towards rapid international expansion by tackling the North American market. The Waterford, CT, headquartered company Defender Industries has been appointed as the official US dealer, and the TEMO.450 motor will be revealed at the Annapolis Sailboat Show in October. Defender In dustries supplies a wide range of high-end marine products. Defender managing director Stephan Lance said he is delighted to welcome TEMO.450 to Defender’s portfolio. He said: “Since Defender began offering electric motors over 10 years ago, the demand for clean, safe, and efficient propulsion has grown significantly. The TEMO.450 brings a new power option for small tenders and boats to the table, one that is lightweight, stows easily, and is easy to operate.” Designed for dinghies, tenders, and small boats, the portable sys tem includes a 450W motor, 110V charger, rowlock fitting kit, and security device. It weighs just under 11 pounds, has a propul sive power of 200W, and produces 12 kg of maximum thrust from its motor. defender. com/temo.jsp
New Dealer
Haven Harbour is the Chesapeake Bay’s newest dual, full-line Yamaha and Mer cury outboard sales, service, and re-power center. Haven Harbour Marina and Haven Harbour South are now selling, servicing, and re-powering boats with both brands, having recently added Mercury’s proven brand and product line to complement the marinas’ longstanding relationship with Yamaha. “Throughout our rich engine sales, service, and re-power history, we have never been brand centric,” said man
aging director Charlie Petosa. “We have ser viced all boat and inboard brands in the past. Naturally, as the outboard market continues to grow, we want to be sure to satisfy the needs of our clients. We believe customers should not have to choose where they service their boats based on the type or brand of propulsion they own. Yamaha or Mercury outboards—Yanmar, MerCruiser, Volvo, or any other brand inboards—we have the inventory and certified technicians standing by.” For current and consistently up-to-date inventory information, please visit havenhar bour.com/yamaha and havenharbour.com/ mercury, respectively. If you would like to discuss your next interval service or re-power project, please contact one of Haven Har bour’s service managers at (410) 778-6697.
Acquired
Grant Jaax, Anthony Gattuso, and Kendall Campeau announce their partnership with Keel Funds in the acquisition of Maryland Marina. Mongo Holdings through its wholly owned subsidiary, Taylor Mer cantile, purchased the beautiful 18.5-acre marina located in Middle River, MD, ap proximately 30 miles northeast of Baltimore. Maryland Marina, with a long and success ful tenure of marina operations, is in the heart of the highly boating-centric Upper Chesapeake Bay market. Over the past year, Mongo Holdings has built a partnership with Keel Funds, an Atlanta-based partner. Keel Funds is led by Bill Boden and Chris Carlton, who collectively have over 40 years of experience in real estate investment and development. In conjunction with the strong and experienced existing on-site manage ment team inherited with the purchase, Keel Funds expects to begin work on various growth initiatives and will continue to do so over the next several seasons. The facility includes a 4000 square-foot restaurant, 360 wet slips for boat storage, and capacity for over 600 boats for dry storage, accommodat ing vessels up to 60 feet in length. Planned improvements for the facility include a boat rental offering, future expansion of boat storage capacity/options, along with possibly adding a new fuel dock and retail ship store. Mongo Holdings is excited about this new venture and investment and looks forward to adding more in the future with its newest business partners. marylandmarina.net
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Wayfarer 16 Built by Abbott. With trailer and 2Hp outboard with low hours. Jib and main. Very stable and fun to sail. $4,900 Call Doug at 443.235.4401 or email dmillerOC@outlook.com
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2021 Full Carbon oC Tender The hull weighs a shocking 99 pounds. It is a high displacement plaining hull w/ a large delta bottom. This dinghy will cruise at 25MPH with 4 people on boat using the 15Hp motor. It is an extremely dry ride, has an integrated bumper gunnel, and comes will a ton of extra gear. $10,000 Call 443.949.6027 or email emay@ameswatson.com
(Stingray) Westerly Cirrus 22 ‘70 Great pocket cruiser. Lots of headroom. Many recent updates and a lot of gear included. 2013 high torque Tohatsu 9.8. $6,000 Located in Tilghman, MD. Email cfaranetta@comcast.net www.boats.com/sailing-boats/ 1970-westerly-cirrus-8469261/
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25’ Newick Trimaran Fast trailerable center cockpit trimaran. Rotating carbon mast, boom, bowsprit. Sleeps three. Vulcan GPS, autopilot, VHF, depth sounder. Boat and trailer in excellent condition, completely refurbished. $32,000 Call Brad 410.991.9030
Pearson 30 - Many Upgrades! $12,000 Renovated Atomic 4, wiring, wheel, large bimini, new rigging, roller furler, mainsail, traveler, toilet, batteries, depth finder, cabin carpet, tiller box, Galvanic Isolator, Garmin plotter, Gel coat. Call 410.268.1058 https://annapolis.craigslist.org/boa/d/ annapolis-pearson-manyupgrades/7522095451.html
32’ Hunter Vision ‘92 Good condition. “Bulletproof” YANMAR 28Hp diesel. Full bimini, 2021. Enclosed Captain’s quarters w/ double berth, Enclosed head w/ shower, Wrap-around setteeTONS of room! Must see! Located in Annapolis. $29,900 Call 434.808.3512 or garudabuss@gmail.com
2004 Colgate 26 Excellent daysailer. 2018 6Hp Tohatsu, bottom barrier coat/paint 2017, ST70 wind/depth instruments, E80 GPS chartplotter, spinnaker pole. $25,000 Havre de Grace, MD. Text/call Stephen Berkebile 440.454.4818 or stephen2022@sig-research.com
Halman Horizon 31 ‘86 $19,500 “Island Time” is fully equipped, Canadian Built pocket cruiser, berthed Bohemia River. Cutter rig, bow pulpit, rounded stern, blue/white Awlgrip, dsl. Text 443.252.7652
(Hot Spud) Tartan 10 33’ Fully equipped for racing or cruising. Beta Marine 20Hp 1999 diesel engine and folding propeller. Fresh reconditioning of bottom, November 2021. More info and photos on craigslist. REDUCED $5,999 Located in Annapolis. Call 240.205.3382 www.sailboatlistings.com/view/95795
(Jangada) 35’ Hunter Legend ‘90 Solar. Wood stove. Cozy interior. Wellmaintained. Freshly painted hull. Ready to sail! $38,700 Located in Pasadena, MD. Call Dave at 240.285.4016 www.jangada.info
1978 Dickerson Sloop 36’ NEED NEW OWNER! Current ones craped out on me! Classic design, solid go about anywhere boat. Asking $20,000 Worth a lot more, but needs new adventures! Located North Carolina. Call 540.220.9098
1978 Bristol 29.9 Well-maintained, nice wood interior with lots of headroom. Lewmar 40ST winches, Yanmar diesel, h/c water, wheel, bimini. Located in Urbanna, VA. Don Pringle 804.776.8400. $18,700
Catalina 30 MkII ‘89 Best of the MKII’s with composite step, Tall Rig, Wing Keel, M25xp diesel. West system. Sails near new. Very good shape in all respects. $24,900 Call or text 404.909.2370. Yorktown.
32’ Allied Seawind ketch ‘76 Five sails, 30Hp Yanmar,
(Wavelength) 1989 Beneteau 35S5 Well-maintained and upgraded. 1,100 hrs on Volvo. In water at Whitehall in Annapolis. Asking $42,900 Please call/text 410.440.9607 for extensive details and pics, or email jlbaker05@aol.com
(Rendezvous) Morgan 366 Cruiser Racer Voyager Exceptional Performance, History, Condition! Meticulously Maintained! Clean! Ready!! Accessories Value Exceed Price! Asking $20,000 Perfect for two; or handle more! Slip available, current owner available for help too! Call 410.271.3389 or email rogrbal@gmail.com
1983 Catalina 30 MkI Tall Rig Great condition, new AWLGRIP, YANMAR diesel 16Hp, head rebuilt 2020, new bottom paint 2021, full set of sails serviced 2022, 33-lb Rocna anchor, bimini, sleeps 5. $20,500 OBO. 425.495.1627 or co.chelsea@gmail.com
1999 Beneteau oceanis 321
Great Bay cruiser! Well maintained, AC upgrade, charging system, fresh running rigging, lifelines, low engine hours, recently serviced sails, 4’3” shoal draft bulb keel. Herring Bay, MD. $58,000 703.402.3427 or adam.cermak@gmail.com www.boattrader.com/boat/ 1999-beneteau-oceanis-321-8481069
35’ Cheoy Lee Price dropped 33% to $12,900 Make offer. Beautiful lines. Plenty of room. New 44Hp diesel, only 75 hrs. New roller furling. New running rigging. Much hardware re-chromed. Upgraded stainless steel portlights. New & re-varnished hatches (3). Much exterior & interior teak re-varnished. Exterior teak sunbrella covered. New brass/teak enclosed head/shower. Project boat. Edgewater, MD. Call 443.994.0101 or email ngkoller@gmail.com
1990 Irwin 38 Center Cockpit Asking $49,900 Last year Irwin 38 CC built. Built-in Swim ladder, 44Hp Yanmar diesel. Autohelm, A/C, Refrigeration, Wing Keel - Many new components in past 10 years - batteries, refrig, all LED lights, new standing rigging, full batten, lazy jack mainsail with Bacon stack pack. Mast repainted, both fuel tanks replaced. New bimini (2021) and dodger (2019). Great Bay cruising boat! 240.210.1192; Jim.mcmanamon@gmail.com
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C&G stove and oven, depth and speed log, 2 chart plotters. $19,500 Mike 410.446.7258
JEANNEAU SUN ODYSSEY 349 EXCESS 12TARTAN 395 JEANNEAU 410 WE HAVE BOATS ON ORDER Call for details! Rod Rowan CPYB 703-593-7531 Dave van den Arend CPYB 443-850-4197 Mike Titgemeyer CPYB 410-703-7986 Dave Townley CPYB 410-271-5225 Erin Townley Broker 410-507-0714 Gordon Bennett CPYB 410-739-4432 Dan Bacot CPYB 757-813-0460 Jeff Jordan Broker Matthias Capurro Fleet Manager Lisa Clayton Closing Manager 410-269-0939 Rob Summers Broker - Solomons 443-771-4467 Featured Brokerage Annapolis H 410-269-0939 Solomons H 443-906-0321 www.CrusaderYachts.com Tia Titgemeyer Sales & Marketing Coordinator 410-397-7323 60’ 2023 Jeanneau Yachts 60 - May 2023 CALL 55’ 2024 Jeanneau Yachts 55 - Sept 2023 CALL 53’ 2009 Tartan 5300 $925,000 51’ 1951 Kyntel Custom Classic $140,000 51’ 1983 WASA Atlantic 51 ....................................... $57,000 49’ 2023 Excess Catamaran XCS 15#14 CALL 49’ 2011 Hanse 495 $315,000 49’ 2023 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 490#168 CALL 45’ 1983 Bristol 45.5 $130,000 45’ 1998 Brewer Custom Steel Ketch .................... $129,000 44’ 2023 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 - Nov 23 CALL 44’ 1980 F&C 44 $129,500 44’ 2014 Jeanneau Sun Odysey 44DS $300,000 44’ 2024 Excess Catamaran XCS 14 - August 2023... CALL 44’ 2023 Nordic Tug 44 - On Order June 2023 CALL 43’ 2015 Tartan 4300 $590,000 41’ 2023 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410#209 CALL 41’ 2000 Hunter 410 $99,000 41’ 2000 Tartan 4100 - Fresh Water............................. CALL 40’ 2007 Selene 40 AC Trawler $425,000 40’ 2004 Menorquin 120 Trawler $270,000 40’ 2023 Nimbus T11#167 - Sept 2023 CALL 40’ 2015 Marlow Hunter 40 $245,000 40’ 1997 Pacific Seacraft 40 $265,000 40’ 2000 Pacific Seacraft 40 .................................... $275,000 40’ 2023 Nordic Tug 40 - On Order March 2023 CALL 40’ 2022 Nimbus 405 Coupé CALL 40’ 2000 Eagle 40 Trawler $219,000 39’ 2022 Excess Catamaran XCS 12#29 ................ $650,000 39’ 2019 Tartan 395 # 1 $549,000 39’ 2023 Legacy L12 - March 2023 CALL 38’ 2003 Island Packet 380 CALL 38’ 2023 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380 - Dec 2023 CALL 38’ 1997 Prout Manta 38 ............................................ $99,500 38’ 1984 Sabre 38 mk I $75,000 38’ 2004 Hunter 386 $85,000 38’ 2004 Sabre 386 $215,000 37’ 2023 Excess Catamaran XCS 11#75 CALL 37’ 2002 Pacific Seacraft 37 .................................... $190,000 37’ 2000 Tartan 3700 - “Liberty” $168,000 37’ 2003 Tartan 3700 - “Spray” $139,000 37’ 1998 Sea Ray 370 Sun Dancer............................ $84,900 36’ 2003 Beneteau 36 CC $99,900 36’ 2005 Hunter 36 $88,000 36’ 1994 Catalina 36 MK II $69,750 36’ 2000 Cruisers 3672 $98,900 35’ 2002 Hunter 356 ................................................... $72,500 35’ 1985 Hallberg Rassey 35 $44,900 34’ 2023 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349#818 CALL 34’ 1994 Pacific Seacraft 34 $120,000 34’ 2014 NordicTug 34............................................. $374,000 34’ 2006 Beneteau 343 $85,000 34’ 1994 Mainship 34 Trawler $43,000 34’ 1976 Tartan 34c $47,500 34’ 2010 Tartan 3400 $185,000 31’ 1988 Pacific Seacraft 31 ...................................... $85,000 30’ 1992 Wilbur 30 $125,000 30’ 2023 Nimbus T9 - Twin Mercs CALL 26’ 2023 Nimbus T8#185 CALL 24’ 1987 Pacific Seacraft 24 $55,000
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2019 Jeanneau 389 Sun odyssey Owner offered. Shoal draft keel, Yanmar 29 diesel, dual helm, twin rudder, performance cruiser, radar, AIS, bow thruster, full bimini, solar, life raft, davits, more. Rock Hall, MD. $278,000 Call 410.693.6503 or email 4lerevellc@gmail.com
Sabre 38’ Mark 1 Divorce sale. $10,000 Boat needs work. Sails included. Make this boat your winter project! Call 410.703.5699 or email 21401naptown@gmail.com
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2014 Lagoon 380 4 cabin, 2 head. Wellmaintained with ample upgrades, including Air Conditioning. Bottom paint in 2021. Dockage for up to one year available as part of this deal. Listed at $290,000 Call Andre de Klerk for details; 443.808.86211 or email adeklerk@annapolisyachtsales.com www.annapolisyachtsales.com
2009 Beneteau 46 2 cabin, 2 head. “Sails Call” has been very well kept and is in excellent condition. Available to show anytime. Asking $229,500 Call Matt Weimer for more details at 410.212.2628 or email matt@annapolisyachtsales.com www.annapolisyachtsales.com
1990 Island Packet 27 Nicely kept. Dockside heat/AC, wind generator, new bottom paint and zincs, newer cushions all around. Located in Annapolis, MD. Give Jeff Nicklason a call at 410.353.7423 to arrange a showing or email jnicklason@annapolisyachtsales.com www.annapolisyachtsales.com
1970 Bristol 40 Yawl Many upgrades including new windlass and ground tackle. Westerbeke 4-107, less than 200 hours since rebuild. Below deck autopilot, refrigeration, 4 deep cycle golf cart batteries (400 amp hours each). $31,500 svheron35@gmail.com
2016 Beneteau oceanis 35 2 cabin, 1 head. Superb condition. More details COMING SOON. Call Matt Weimer for more details; 410.212.2628 or email matt@annapolisyachtsales.com www.annapolisyachtsales.com
2003 Beneteau 40.7 Legendary racer/ cruiser. This one-owner boat has been well maintained and comes with a cruising and racing inventory. Asking $107,000 Located in Annapolis. Call Matt Weimer for details; 410.212.2628 or email matt@annapolisyachtsales.com www.annapolisyachtsales.com
(No Shoes) Catalina 36 MkII ‘00
2 cabin, 1 head with a 4’5” draft that makes this a great Bay boat! Dodger, bimini, connector, spinnaker. Raymarine and Raytheon electronics. $74,900 757.480.1073 www.bayharborbrokerage.com
2004 Hunter 41 Aft Cabin 2 cabin, 2 head. “Odyssey” is in very good condition and well cared for. Generator, Air Conditioning, New Spinnaker and more! Asking $139,900 Call Matt Weimer for details; 410.212.2628 or email
2002 Island Packet 420 Priced to sell at $250,000 Great cruising boat! Many major upgrades, including having her holding tank replaced and chain plates re-bedded, as well as a new Northern Lights generator installed. Call Kevin Reeds at 650.223.9462 for more information or to arrange a showing. kevin@davidwaltersyachts.com www.davidwaltersyachts.com
1992 J/44 Hull # 66, cruiser/live aboard, 2 head/cabin, stall shower, full teak interior, AC, watermaker, solar panels, wind & gas generator, new 600amphr house bank, recent standing rigging overhaul, newer Simrad radar/ chart plotter, recent windlass and autopilot rebuild, new LasDrop, new aluminum AB RIB 15Hp motor, Seafrost refrigeration, newer sail cover and dodger. Pics available, inquiries, offers: svzowie@netzero.net
2004 Beneteau 373 2 cabin, 1 head. Immaculate! The engine has less than 500 hours and runs like new. The maintenance history has been meticulously documented and original manuals are still on board. Listed at $110,000 If you are looking for a clean, no excuses cruiser for the bay, contact Andre de Klerk for more details; 443.808.86211 or email adeklerk@annapolisyachtsales.com www.annapolisyachtsales.com
2020 Lagoon 42 Rare opportunity to purchase an almost new Lagoon 42 at a used boat price. Watermaker, generator, ready for cruising. En route to Charleston, SC. Asking $650,000 Call Matt Weimer for details at 410.212.2628 or email matt@annapolisyachtsales.com www.annapolisyachtsales.com
Endeavor 40’ 1983 Cutter Rig KetchCenter Cockpit. Excellent condition. Great blue water or live-aboard boat. Super clean - a must see! $89,900 757.480.1073 www.bayharborbrokerage.com
Bavaria 42 Vision ‘15 1 owner boat. Bow thruster, 7KW genset, Davits, ready to cruise! $289,900 757.480.1073 www.bayharborbrokerage.com
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1978 Palmer Johnson NY40 Modern classic with PHRF90. Fully equipped for blue water or bay. New engine, life raft, roller furling, etc. Lovingly maintained. $35,000 for quick sale. Call 410.830.1176
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Hunter 44 DS ‘05 Original owner, bow thruster, genset, full enclosure, in mast furling. $149,900 757.480.1073
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35’ Beneteau 343 ‘06 2c/1h, shoal draft, AC, electronics replaced in 2018, outboard lift, NEW asymmetrical spinnaker, dinghy and outboard. 450 engine hours. Asking $85,000 Call Gordon Bennett 410.739.4432 or email Gordon@CrusaderYachts.com www.CrusaderYachts.com
Swan 44 ‘73 Sparkman & Stephens Design. Exceptional Pedigree. Reverse cycle heat/air. New B&G ElectronicsSAME OWNER LAST 24 YEARS!!! Well kept. Available Immediately. In the Water in Hampton, VA. $119,900 757.480.1073 www.bayharborbrokerage.com
37’ Excess 11 ‘23 Model Year Boat of the YEAR winner! This new catamaran has won awards around the world - Come see what it’s all about! 37foot Performance cruiser! Hull #75 Arrives in September for Boatshow! 410.269.0939 or www.CrusaderYachts.com
Hylas 51 ‘92 German Frers Design. 3 cabin, 3 head layout and in great condition. Brand new bow thruster. New plastic water tanks 2014, holds 200 gallons. This is a great opportunity that won’t last! $229,900 757.480.1073 www.bayharborbrokerage.com
34’ Jeanneau 349 ‘23 Model Year Limited edition, Performance pack, Sails fantastic, A true performance cruiser, Great for the bay and ready for delivery NOW! Call today to schedule a showing / Demo sail. This is a Boatshow 2023 Boat! 410.269.0939 or www.CrusaderYachts.com
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37’ Pacific Seacraft 37 ‘99 & ‘03 Two available, Proven offshore cruiser, Crealock design, quality built! Both are cruise-equipped and wellmaintained / Updated. Asking $150,000 & $190,000 Call Rod Rowan 703.593.7531 or www.CrusaderYachts.com 37’ Tartan 3700 ‘00 “Liberty” is a beautiful Tartan 3700! Well-equipped for coastal cruising. Second owners have maintained her very well! Fresh Hull Paint! Flag Blue! Asking $168,000 Call Mike Titgemeyer 410.703.7986 today! www.CrusaderYachts.com yacht sales Now Accepting Quality Listings of Sail and Power Yachts! Call Dan Nardo at 410.570.8533 or email DN@DenisonYachting.com The market is in need of quality used boats and my 35 years of experience will get yours sold quickly. ~ Dan Nardo Denison Yacht Sales “East Coast Sailboat Yacht Broker of the Year” 2021 “ “
39’ Excess 12 ‘22 Another Excess Boat of Year Winner! Cruise Ready Excess 12 #29 is ready for delivery NOW! Call CYS offices and speak with your favorite Broker! $650,000 410.269.0939 or www.CrusaderYachts.com
41’ Jeanneau Sun odyssey 410 ‘23 New Hull # 209 just arrived in Annapolis for the Boatshow! Well-equipped and special boatshow pricing - Call your Favorite CYS broker! 410.269.0939 or www.CrusaderYachts.com
49’ Hanse 495 ‘11 Cruise equipped, Thruster, water maker, solar, new electronics, new Sails & Canvas, and More... Note Deep Keel 7’8” Draft.
REDUCED - Asking $315,000 Call Gordon Bennett 410.739.4432 or email Gordon@CrusaderYachts.com www.CrusaderYachts.com
(Pinch Me) 40’ Marlow Hunter 40 ‘15 This is a winner! 2c/2h, shoal draft, new furling mainsail, bow thruster, generator, heat and air, radar, new hull paint, new lithium system, new electronics, new canvas, new folding prop. Asking $245,000 Call Gordon Bennett at 410.739.4432 or email Gordon@CrusaderYachts.com www.CrusaderYachts.com
43’ Tartan 4300 ‘15 Quality American built cruiser! Equipped for local or distance cruising. ICW Friendly rig, VERY gently used - Ready to go! Genset, Thruster, Air Con, Furling Boom, and MORE! Asking $590,000 Call Rod Rowan 703.593.7531 today! www.CrusaderYachts.com
49’ Jeanneau Sun odyssey 490 ‘23 Performance Cruiser, Furling mast, Air, Gen, Thruster, and more, ready to go cruising! Hull #168 arrives end of July! Call today to schedule a showing with your favorite CYS Broker 410.269.0939 or www.CrusaderYachts.com
40’ Pacific Seacraft 40 ‘97 & ‘06 Two Available - Beautifully equipped & maintained, ready for next offshore adventure! Great maintenance & upgrades. Asking $265,000 & $275,000 Call Rod Rowan 703.593.7531 today! www.CrusaderYachts.com
45’ Bristol 45.5 ‘83 Excellent equipment and care in this classic CC Design! PROFESSIONALLY CARED FOR - GENSET, AIR and a FULL LIST of updates! Asking $130,000 Give Rod Rowan a call for more info, 703.953.7531! www.CrusaderYachts.com
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41’ Hunter 410 ‘00 2c/2h layout, Shoal Draft, Classic Main, Generator, Heat and Air-Conditioning, Newer Electronics with Radar and AIS. Located in Annapolis. Asking $99,000 Call Gordon Bennett at 410.739.4432 or email Gordon@CrusaderYachts.com www.CrusaderYachts.com
49’ Excess 15 ‘23 Pulse Line Rigged. Loaded with cruising gear and elegance not yet seen in family cruising cats! Hull #14 arrives in August for boatshow and fall delivery / sailing. Call your CYS broker for more info! 410.269.0939 or www.CrusaderYachts.com
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‘88 $34,900 David Robinson 410.310.8855 david@curtisstokes.net www.curtisstokes.net (Nirvana II) 32’ Custom Danish Sloop ‘65 $9,500 Lin Earley 757.672.2778 marycatherine@curtisstokes.net www.curtisstokes.net (kokopelli) 32’ Jeanneau Attalia ‘86 $14,500 Curtis Stokes 410.919.4900 curtis@curtisstokes.net www.curtisstokes.net (Scotch Bonnet) 34’ Gemini ‘95 $72,000 Curtis Stokes 410.919.4900 curtis@curtisstokes.net www.curtisstokes.net 34’ Tartan ‘76 $12,500 Lin Earley 757.672.2778 lin@curtisstokes.net www.curtisstokes.net (Elf) 35’ George Lawley & Son 1888 $299,000 Fletcher C. Bauman 410.263.2000 fletcher@curtisstokes.net www.curtisstokes.net (Swagman) 36’ Cheoy Lee Sigma ‘72 $27,000 Curtis Stokes 410.919.4900 curtis@curtisstokes.net www.curtisstokes.net Brokerage & Classified To find more used boats, visit spinsheet.com
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2001 Lagoon 380 3-stateroom owner version. Generator, ac/heat. Call Jay 410.977.9460 www.knot10.com
43’ Jouet 1280 Most well-designed motor sailor I have ever seen! Perfect condition. This is a must see! Visit Knot10.com and look at her! Call Jay 410.977.9460 www.knot10.com
2005 Jeanneau Sun odyssey 54 DS Capt. layout. Full B and G electronics. Call Jay 410.977.9460 www.knot10.com
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1976 C&C 25 Totally tricked out and extensively modified to create an ideal boat for a solo racer/sailor. Contact David Cox at 410.280.2038 or DavidCox@NorthPointYachtSales.com www.NorthPointYachtSales.com
1988 Island Packet 27 Well-kept and in great shape. Newer main sail, Trinka 8’ dinghy included. Contact David Malkin at 410.280.2038 or David@NorthPointYachtSales.com www.NorthPointYachtSales.com
2003 J Boats J/109 A proven winner with full range of North Sails, B&G Electronics, Polars and Sail Charts. Contact Bob Oberg at 410.280.2038 or Bob@NorthPointYachtSales.com www.NorthPointYachtSales.com
1993 Freedom 38 Bay sailing or blue water, she’s weatherly, stiff and fastvery fast and easily handled. Contact Mike Coe at 410.387.8859 or Mike@NorthPointYachtSales.com www.NorthPointYachtSales.com
2001 Feeling 39 The perfect sailboat for racing or cruising, maintained in excellent condition. |Contact David Cox 410.310.3476 or DavidCox@NorthPointYachtSales.com www.NorthPointYachtSales.com
SpinSheet.com October 2022 151 (Jimannie) 36’ Endeavour ‘00 $130,000 Tristan Weiser 609.420.0469 tristan@curtisstokes.net www.curtisstokes.net (Native) 38’ Herreshoff ‘70 $39,500 Lin Earley 757.672.2778 lin@curtisstokes.net www.curtisstokes.net (Sovann Macha) 38’ Sabre ‘89 $69,900 Lin Earley 757.672.2778 lin@curtisstokes.net www.curtisstokes.net
42’ Formula ‘89 $25,000 Lin Earley 757.672.2778 lin@curtisstokes.net www.curtisstokes.net
Wind) 45’ Freedom ‘94 $139,500 Curtis Stokes 410.919.4900 curtis@curtisstokes.net www.curtisstokes.net
Contact Luis Guido for more details 240.832.6014 • luisguido@yahoo.com Shoal draft and fully updated in 2021/2022. Equipted with brand new chartplotter, raymarine instruments, AIS, lewmar electric winches and flexofold propeller. beautifully maintained and kept in the Chesapeake bay, and readied for solo/short handled Crew. Co-brokerage is welcome! 2005 Beneteau 44.7 For Sale $215,000 Read boat reviews online at spinsheet.com
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1977 Baltic 42 This fully restored “old warhorse” race boat will turn heads and must be seen to be believed. Contact Mike Coe 410.387.8859 or Mike@NorthPointYachtSales.com www.NorthPointYachtSales.com
(Running on MT) 2001 Sabre 402 Perfect cruiser for the bay. New inverter/charger, AC, Upgraded Quantum Sails, too many other upgrades to list! Contact Mike Coe at 410.387.8859 or Mike@NorthPointYachtSales.com www.NorthPointYachtSales.com
2013 Beneteau oceanis 41 Impressive list of upgrades, impeccable maintenance and luxury finishes. This sought after 3 cabin, 2 head layout will not last long. Contact Mike Coe at 410.387.8859 or Mike@NorthPointYachtSales.com www.NorthPointYachtSales.com
2016 Hanse 415 Very nice performance cruiser well equipped for sailing late into the season with a full Bimini and dodger. Contact Chris Beardsley 804.885.4090 or Chris@NorthPointYachtSales.com www.NorthPointYachtSales.com
2014 Bavaria Vision 46 Extremely wellequipped cruising yacht with recent upgrades ready for her next adventure. Contact Chris Beardsley 804.885.4090 or Chris@NorthPointYachtSales.com www.NorthPointYachtSales.com
2011 J Boats J/145 Turnkey, unique and sought-after boat. New bottom, updated B&G Electronics, new Quantum headsails, and more. Contact Grady Byus at 410.280.2038 or Grady@NorthPointYachtSales.com www.NorthPointYachtSales.com
2011 Jeanneau 50 DS A must see! Luxury performance cruiser ready for new adventures. Contact Mike Coe at 410.280.2038 or Mike@NorthPointYachtSales.com www.NorthPointYachtSales.com
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(Inspiration) 2002 Hunter 380 Wellkept Chesapeake Bay only boat with a roomy cockpit area for entertaining. $95,000 Call 804.776.9211 www.nortonyachts.com
Island Packet Yachts 27’-52’ Excellent cruiser liveaboard w/ tremendous storage/comfort. S&J Yachts is the world leader in selling IPs. No team knows these boats better! We have many buyers looking now. List your boat with S&J Yachts! 410.639.2777 www.sjyachts.com
(Flamingo) 2012 Hunter 39 Chesapeake Bay only, one owner boat. Spacious layout below. $130,000 Call 804.776.9211 www.nortonyachts.com
2001 Nauticat 321 Charming & stylish pilothouse design. Bright & LightLarge, weather bearing windows throughout dining area. Extremely well equipped and ready to take you anywhere. $159,000 S&J Yachts 410.639.2777 www.sjyachts.com
(Sea Badger) 1985 Endeavour 42 Two owner. Center cockpit with a large aft cabin. Would make a great live aboard. $68,000 Call 804.776.9211 www.nortonyachts.com
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(L’Audace) 1992 Island Packet 44 New Arrival and Loaded with extras, she is perfect for cruising or a live-aboard opportunity. Located on the Bay in Irvington, VA. $165,000 Call 804.776.9211 www.nortonyachts.com
Athena 38 1995 New Listing. Designed and built by Fountaine Pajot. Spacious, bright and airy salon. 4 double cabins, 2 heads. Attractive and performs well. Large cockpit with plenty of space on deck. $145,000 S&J Yachts 410.639.2777 www.sjyachts.com
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44’ Norseman 447 ‘89 Well respected center cockpit design can take you anywhere your cruising dreams may go. Has cruised north and south & is ready to leave the dock tomorrow. $219,000 S&J Yachts 410.639.2777 www.sjyachts.com
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Beneteau 423 2005 New Listing. Rare Tommy Bahama limited edition model. Very well optioned. Long list of very desirable & sought-after features not found on other 423 models on the market today. $149,900 S&J Yachts 410.639.2777 www.sjyachts.com
43’ Hans Christian 43T ‘91 Custom design. Modified sail plan, Mark ll interior; forward stateroom, queen pullman berth, Telstar keel w/ cutaway forefoot & skeg hung rudder for improved speed, safety and maneuverability. $135,000 S&J Yachts 410.639.2777 www.sjyachts.com
Vagabond 47’ 2016 New Listing. A Must See! Complete Refit: Everything was replaced / rebuilt between 2009 and 2017. Only the actual fiberglass hull and deck are original. Call for more details. $239,900 S&J Yachts 410.639.2777 www.sjyachts.com
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Call Us Today! 757.480.1073 1553 Bayville St. | Norfolk, VA 23503 www.bayharborbrokerage.com Let us show you the Bay Harbor difference! Premier Sailboat Brokerage in the Southern Bay Bavaria 42 Vision ‘15 1 owner boat. Bow thruster, 7kw genset, Davits, ready to cruise. $289,900 Swan 44 ‘73 Sparkman & Stephens Design. Well kept. Reverse cycle heat/air. New B&G Electronics. $119,900 Hylas 51 ‘92 German Frers Design 3 cabin, 3 head. Brand new bow thuster. New 200 gal. water tanks. $229,900 Hunter 44 DS ‘05 Original owner, bow thruster, genset, full enclosure, in-mast furling. $149,900
Bavaria CR51 2018 New Listing. Rare Bavaria cruiser in Bristol condition; better than new. Turnkey and ready for adventure in style! Asking $549,000 Contact S&J Yachts 410.639.2777 www.sjyachts.com
Custom Islander 56 ‘92 Lloyd’s construction, sailplan options deliver safe, efficient passage-making. Belowdecks, warm, rich cabinetry & luxurious fabrics create elegant social areas. Generous storage. Secure accommodations. Equipped for your adventures! $339,000 S&J Yachts 410.639.2777 www.sjyachts.com
38’ 1983 Bristol 38.8 $89,900 Don’t let her age fool you - this boat is a wellmaintained and recently upgraded classic that is a must see! Centerboard version, updated electronics including below deck AP, New sails, low engine hours, new fuel tank and hoses. Deanna Sansbury at 410.629.9186 or Deanna@YachtBrokersOfAnnapolis.com www.YachtBrokersofAnnapolis.com
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(Mystic) 167’ Custom 3-Masted Schooner ‘07/’15 MYSTIC is a threemasted gaff-rigged square topsail schooner. Major refit 2015. Comfortably accommodates 36 passengers/12 crew overnight & 150 passengers for day charters. Great business opportunity. $2,400,000 S&J Yachts 410.639.2777 www.sjyachts.com
40 $164,900 The perfect size to do extended cruising and can be easily sailed by a couple. 2 cabin/1 head layout with lots of storage and space for everyone. Generator, A/C, Kato davits, low engine & genset hours. Deanna Sansbury at 410.629.9186 or Deanna@YachtBrokersOfAnnapolis.com www.YachtBrokersofAnnapolis.com
40’ 1996 Freedom 40/40 $134,900 Sturdy and fast with stunning lines that will turn heads. Recent updates: bowthruster, electronics, Jib & Genoa, oversized bimini with full enclosure, solar & wind, dinghy & outboard, davits. Deanna Sansbury at 410.629.9186 or Deanna@YachtBrokersOfAnnapolis.com www.YachtBrokersofAnnapolis.com
46’ 2019 Beneteau 46.1 $519,000 Absolutely stunning! 3 cabin/2 head, genset, bowthruster, A/C, upgraded sails, and more. Huge cost savings over a new build and no wait times. Loaded and ready to cruise this Fall! Deanna Sansbury at 410.629.9186 or Deanna@YachtBrokersOfAnnapolis.com www.YachtBrokersofAnnapolis.com
51’ 1999 Celestial Pilothouse Cutter $169,000 This unique vessel is for serious bluewater cruising. Current owners have cruised over 10k NM. Great layout and good inventory with lots of recent updates. Deanna Sansbury at 410.629.9186 or Deanna@YachtBrokersOfAnnapolis.com www.YachtBrokersofAnnapolis.com
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The Nantucket Alerion: A Classic Reinvented
By Tom Darling of Conversations With Classic Boats
In 1914, Nathaneal Green Herreshoff wanted a daysailer for his own personal use. He had designed at least two prior prototypes, including Sadie for an Oyster Bay gentleman sailor.
Sadie, tweaked and downsized, was in his mind the perfect boat for solo sailing in Bristol Harbor and for his winter trips to Bermuda after World War I. You can see the original Alerion III with a truncated rig in the Small Boat Shed at Mystic Seaport Museum, painted in the Wizard of Bristol’s iconic seafoam green.
This beauty was reinterpreted in the late 1970s on the island of Nantucket by Alfie Sanford, a longtime resident and classics enthusiast who wanted to incorporate the new technology of cold-molded wood with Herreshoff’s design. He also needed to adapt to local sailing conditions, namely the shoal water of Nantucket Harbor.
Without the benefit of the customary Herreshoff scantlings brown book, Sanford with measurements of existing hulls backed his way into a set of building plans for these 26-foot knockabouts.
To deal with the fresh sea breezes offshore, a bigger rudder was in order along with some keel modifications to
reduce weather helm. The Marconi rig had already become a feature of Captain Nat’s original 1920s Alerion III. Above the waterline, Alfie left the signature sheer and concave bow lines.
The first boat was numbered A-2 and named Serendipity. The owner, chairman of Nantucket Community Sailing, Harry Rein, has 44 years of great sailing on his boat. Since 2006, six of the current 20boat fleet have been commissioned. In the recent Harbor Race on August 16, almost all of the fleet battled through the tides and shoals of Nantucket Harbor with the winner a first-year owner of an original 1970s built boat.
The Nantucket Alerion is not to be confused with the modern fiberglass “stretched” Alerion 28, sometimes called the Alerion Express when rigged with the revolutionary self-trimming jib boom invented by Gary Hoyt, the Newport, RI, native soon to be inducted into the Sailing Hall of Fame. The boat is built in a local shed with the building techniques that the Herreshoff Manufacturing Company used in Bristol to produce a handful of Alerions while delivering hundreds of Alerion’s little brother, the 12.5.
Today’s Nantucket Alerion Fleet, now with 31 built on the island be tween 1977 and 2020, has a competitive flavor that Herreshoff might not have anticipated. The fleet has identical sail inventories built by Doyle in Marble head on the designs one sees for other small knockabout keelboat designs such as the Wianno Senior or the local Nan tucket centerboard design, the Indian. The rigging is modern, with main and jib ball bearing travellers, and highpowered cunninghams. By rule, every advance in rigging, such as jib inhaul ers, has to be universally available to all boats before acceptance. Boat weights have to be in a range (5250 pounds, not light); not exactly the rigorous stan dards of the Harbor 20. This is as close to one design as custom wood boats can be.
These pictures are from the recent Nantucket Opera House Cup, which featured 52 classic finishers, including winner, the vintage 12 meter, Onawa, built in 1923. A-26 First Tracks is owned by Brian Simmons from the tiny ex fishing village of Siasconset. I am his main trimmer and tactician.
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