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Share Your Traditions with PropTalk Dear Readers, Here we go again with yet another winter event - another predicted “storm of the century.” But, here at PropTalk, we’ve already switched into spring mode. We’re working on opening day coverage, spring commissioning, and summer plans. We’re gearing up to burn our socks. If you’ve got photos from last year’s sock burning, get shots at your sock burning this year, or have a special sock burning tradition you’d like to share, bring it on! We also want to hear about your plans for opening day and the season’s first run. What rituals do you have for that first day on the water? Do you dine at a local greasy spoon before you head out? Got a boating buddy you always start the season with? What’s the drink of the day? Care to tell us where you’re going? Send us your stories and photos. Stay warm. Spring is coming!

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A Little Piece of Heaven

ust like a ripe peach, the Bay is full of sweet spots. Great marinas, pretty locations, and wonderful scenery abound. This month, PropTalk celebrates marinas on the Chesapeake Bay, and rightly so. Think of them as your gateway to adventure. In between your marina-hopping, put this on your cruising itinerary for 2010.

you a little taste of what heaven must look like. It generates the same feelings Scarlett O’Hara must have had for Tara. The beauty of the place exudes relaxation, peace, and calm like nowhere else. The field is painted onto the canvas of a pastoral countryside. It points to the great beyond.

early to snag prime positions. Shipyard Creek graces the port side of the point and is popular among paddlers and dinghy drivers. Never mind that property lines, roads, farms, houses, and other faces of civilization are nearby. Millstone Point is part of DuPont’s Chesapeake Farms, a 3300-acre wildlife preserve in the middle

This doesn’t do the place justice. Go see it for yourself.

When was the last time a place truly enchanted you? The most compelling view on the Bay is up the West Fork of Langford Creek off the Chester. The waters and shorelines to get to this spot are scenic enough to delight any cruiser. Put Cacaway Island on your starboard, cruise past Eagle Point, and you’re in for a visual treat as you travel. What’s really special, though, is one particular piece of land. Millstone Point to be exact. One first glimpse from the water and you’ll understand. The point, the quiet waters around it on both sides, and the seemingly endless field and trees behind it give 10 March 2010 PropTalk

If you let it, the quiet takes you under its spell. Time seems to slow down. As you gaze up the rolling field, you sense you are touching eternity itself. The expansive views across the field and beyond seem limitless. You can’t help but dream of selling everything just to own the point. The names on your chart call to mind some of the history of the place. There really was a shipyard up Shipyard Creek; now, there’s a boat ramp among the wooded shores. At times, small mills graced the region. Today, the point’s starboard side curves down toward a delightfully protected anchorage. Early birds get up extra

of nowhere. Long a wildlife management project and hunting preserve for employees and guests of one of DuPont’s subsidiaries, Chesapeake Farms is a conference center and agriculture and conservation research station. The word “retreat” comes to mind. But, on the water, the trappings of society are unseen through the trees and out of mind. You are there in the moment. Set the hook and stay a while. You’ll see something truly special and rare: a place where land and water come together to perfection. Nice work, Mother Nature!

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Dear PropTalk: our picture in the June 2009 PropTalk, page 54, has us in it! We just saw it this week when it was passed around at this daily happy hour. We have been a part of this group for about six years, and it is just as you described. John and I began spending our winters aboard in the Keys in 1998. When John retired, we visited friends in Key Largo, met their friends at Marina del Mar, and began bringing our boat down to join them for the winter. A while ago, when the marina tried to triple its prices, several of us moved to Sombrero Resort at Marathon, FL where we met a whole new group of boating friends. The guys built some picnic tables, including the double-long one in the picture. About three years ago, we gals decided we were eating too much and proposed that food be brought to happy hour only on Sundays; those appetizers have grown into potluck dinners. On warm afternoons, 5 p.m. sees 35 or 40 of us around the picnic tables. Another, smaller group gets together nearby; some couples in their 70s and 80s can’t make the quarter-mile trek around the corner! Several of us are from the Chesapeake area. I keep a roster of dock friends so we can keep in touch. What a good time we have! God is good to allow us to participate in such a wonderful life. John and Sharon Sarle Maharani Marathon, FL Dear PropTalk: am a loyal cover-to-cover reader of PT since its launch in 2005. Your magazine is the only really good publication left for the Chesapeake Bay folks, and I hope you will survive these tough economic storms. This month, I read Tim Campbell’s story about Paul Moneski, the man who breathes

Dear PropTalk Again: spoke with Paul Moneski for a half hour; what a delightful fellow! We are going to keep in touch, and he is precisely who I was looking for—someone with a wealth of knowledge who is willing to share it with me. PropTalk has been a tremendous help to me, and I will tell the world of boaters how happy I am about it. Many thanks to you and Tim. Best regards. George Green Via proptalk.com

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DOCKTALK Inside the Baltimore Boat Show nce again the Baltimore Boat Show proved to be a terrific place for the entire family to check out boats, accessories, and marine services on a cold winter day. The annual show was held January 21-24 at the Baltimore Convention Center. Although the show tends to focus on powerboating, there were plenty of exciting attractions for fishermen, sailors, and anyone else who enjoys spending time on or around the water. The weather was good, and plenty of boating enthusiasts took advantage of the opportunity to shop for a dream boat, look for basic gear and accessories, or attend one of the great seminars. More than 130 exhibitors were on location, displaying everything from beautiful yachts to necessities, such as life jackets, motors, fishing equipment, and boat trailers. The boat show even had a Facebook page and could be followed on Twitter. Although the size of the show was smaller this year than previous years, those who were there seemed happy with how the show was run and the number of event patrons. New this year was the classic wooden boats display put on by the Chesapeake Bay Chapter of the Antique & Classic Boat Society. Also on exhibit was an environmentally friendly “green” boat display by S.J. Koch Duffy Electric Boats of Galesville, MD. This boat can seat a maximum of 10 adults and runs on electricity for up to 14 hours. Kevin McGuire of the Baltimore Marine Center says, “Foot traffic on Saturday and Sunday was very busy following typical numbers for Thursday and Friday.” The marina, located in Canton, has also just acquired the HarborView Marina on Baltimore Harbor. The staff at the show talked to many people looking for slip rentals for this summer. Kevin has been at the show for the last four years and thought this was one of the better years.

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tional Aquarium, located just a few blocks from the Convention Center, was onsite with activities for all. Returning from last year was a mini-lake with paddle boats and the ever-popular SpongeBob SquarePants. Fans of the Baltimore Orioles were able to have their pictures taken with the official team mascot, the Orioles Bird, as well as with former star player Larry Sheets. There was even a storytime with author Steve Buckley reading his book, Blackbear the Pirate. The latest technology was not only on display in boating accessories, but also in a virtual marlin fishing game that uses a real tension-filled rod and lets you catch a fish and see it on a screen. As always, the show featured many interesting and informative seminars, including a presentation by PropTalk’s fishing editor, C.D. Dollar, and a panel discussion on Start Sailing Now led by SpinSheet’s editor, Molly Winans. Other seminars covered subjects of interest to Red, new, and shiny at the Baltimore Boat Show in all boaters, including 2010. What more do you need? buying a boat, avoiding collisions, fishing on the Bay, safety, Cobalt 37 on display. Schneider says, “It cruising, and the basics of diesel engines. was crazy. We had a line all day Saturday For younger boaters, the Annapolis School and Sunday to walk through the Cobalt. of Seamanship was there with kid-friendly The crowds were patient, and we limited the number of people on the boat to four at seminars. If you missed it this year, watch for the a time so everyone could get a good look.” Schneider was pleased with the crowd both annual show again next January and come prepared for fun and learning for the whole in terms of numbers and the seriousness of the buyers. Tradewinds sold several smaller family. boats that day and met many serious buyAbout the Author: PropTalk’s part-time ediers. Given the economy, Schneider went tor, Beth Crabtree, lives in Annapolis where into the show with tempered expectashe spends a lot of time on the Severn River tions, but after it was over, he deemed the with her husband, five children, and black lab business that weekend to be a “pleasant in the family’s center-console Mako, Cape surprise.” Dory sailboat, and kayaks. Those boaters who brought their children along found many attractions for the youngest maritime enthusiasts. The NaNic Stark, owner of Maritime Solutions in Annapolis, was also happy with his business at the show. He says, “Traffic volume was similar to last year, with many new faces looking at our inventory of inflatables.” Maritime Solutions made several sales during the show with many more interested customers. Brian Schneider at Tradewinds Marina of Baltimore had great success with his

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Baltimore Marine Center’s (BMC) Kevin McGuire (L) welcomes captain Ray Dobe from the Carefree Boating Club (CBC) to BMC’s waterfront complex in Canton, MD. BMC has also just acquired the HarborView Marina in Baltimore.

The Carefree Boat Club Is Coming to Charm City ew this spring, the Carefree Boat Club (CBC) will open at the Inner Harbor’s Baltimore Marine Center (see right). CBC has 21 locations in six states and enables members to experience the rewards of water recreation without the extra cost or hassles of boat ownership. No storage fees, no cleaning, no insurance, and no maintenance; just the joy of being on the water. Boating is about time spent enjoying and connecting with other people. Club members simply schedule a boat, come down to the dock with their families and friends, and board a clean boat that’s ready to go; dockhands will even warm up the engines before you get there. When members get back to the dock, they simply walk away. It’s as easy as pie. CBC offers overnight cruisers, Sea Ray deckboats, high-performance bowriders, and fishing boats. baltimoremarinecenter.com, carefreeboats.com

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DOCKTALK Save These Dates arch 19-20—If you are a fan of the science of powerboat design, the Chesapeake Powerboat Symposium is just for you. The symposium will drive into St. John’s College in Annapolis with more Ph.D.s than you can shake a stick at. Scientific sessions focus on the design and inner workings of planing boats, deadrises, high-performance machines, motor yachts, power cats, and radio-controlled models as well

as transonic hulls, safety and fire protection issues, collision assessments, shallow water dynamics, T-splines, test tanks, and the like. For more details, including fees and registration must-dos, visit powerboatsymposium.com. April 30-May 2—It’s Strictly Jersey, darling, at the South Jersey Marina in Cape May. See what’s new from New Jersey-based boat manufacturers, dealers, and companies that furnish products and

services used by New Jersey’s recreational boaters and anglers. Every in-water slip will accommodate sea trials. Complimentary tickets are available from participating dealers and manufacturers. New Jersey boaters with a valid New Jersey safe boating certificate or Sea Tow membership can attend for free. Regular admission at the gate will be $15. Gates will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. strictlyjersey.com

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ox of Rain Foundation (see right), an Annapolis-based non-profit, has begun volunteer construction of a Chesapeake Light Craft’s Northeaster Dory. The organization encourages participation by new and seasoned volunteers with a positive attitude and an interest in helping our local youth. Construction began January 9 and will continue two Saturdays a month until the expected completion date in May. The work takes place at Annapolis Maritime Museum’s Barge House. The launch date is to be announced. The project is expected to take 120 hours of hands-on time. Area youth are actively working with adult volunteers to make the project happen. Some of the kids are returning builders who were also involved in last year’s effort to build two Peace Canoes. John Harris of Chesapeake Light Craft donated this year’s kit. The hull of the boat has been constructed, but there is still plenty more to do with George Smith leading the group. About one-third of the volunteers from last year’s boat building project have returned for this year’s more complex endeavor. Smaller focus groups will meet on off-weekends for training of specific skills. Volunteers are asked to sign up in advance, but visitors are welcome to stop by and view the progress. Many volunteers report that the most rewarding part of contributing is the time spent with local kids. Box of Rain was begun in 2003 to honor the memory of Lee Griffin, an active sailor and member of the Annapolis community, who was a victim of a violent crime. The organization

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provides opportunities for local youth, especially the disadvantaged, to gain self-esteem and life skills necessary to make positive contributions to their communities. The group’s programs run year-round with after-school and weekend activities during the school year and Tuesday/Thursday programs during the summer. A few of the many activities are boating, fishing, swimming, and education about maritime history, civic responsibility, and our local waterways. The Barge House is located at 133 Bay Shore Drive in Annapolis, along the waterfront in Eastport. Upcoming dates to volunteer for building are February 27; March 6, 20, and 27; and April 3 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. each day (kelsamclaughlin@yahoo. com). If hands-on building is not your style, you can still support this project by donating aprons to protect participants working with Here, Box of Rain teamed up with Creating Communities to get involved with the First Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Volunteer Day at the Bates Legacy Center (L-R): Shawdae, epoxy, or you can provide lunches Phantasia, Annapolis Mayor Josh Cohen, Creating Communities Founder Rob Levit, Enner, for the builders. and Maurice. The kids helped make cards to be distributed to local elderly citizens. ZMI_SpinSheet:Layout 1 12/15/09 12:06 PM Page 1 —by Beth Crabtree

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DOCKTALK Tiffany Boatyard Suffers Major Fire iffany Yachts suffered a devastating fire February 2. More than 100 firefighters from seven fire departments were needed to extinguish the blaze. Flames shot 50 feet into the air; thick black smoke could be seen from miles away. The intense blaze destroyed most of the historic boatyard and threatened a half-dozen luxury yachts that were within a few yards of the buildings and nearby residences. The flames started at about 2:30 p.m. in a large shop building complex used for boat construction, destroying a nearly finished 38-footer valued at about $700,000. A 46-foot, 1969 Tiffany Yacht and a 38-foot Little Harbor, which were being repaired in the building, also were destroyed. The fire was contained before it reached the rest of the boatyard. Its cause is under investigation, though authorities do not suspect foul play. Fairfield’s fire chief Phillip Keyser, who was in charge of the fire scene, says, “There were propane tanks, gas tanks, paint sup-

plies, lumber, and many other flammable materials. It was a very heavy fire load. It was the worst fire I have been involved with since another boat-related fire at Buzzard Point Marina in Fairport in the 1980s. The quick response and amazing cooperation among all the fire departments were the main reasons the fire didn’t spread. We knocked down the major part of the fire within an hour, saving boats that were hauled out, although one suffered some heat damage.” Thankfully, there were no injuries. Tiffany has been in business since 1934. It’s a family-owned, custom boatbuilding yard in Burgess, VA. “It’s a lifetime of work,” says company president Randy Cockrell Jr. “The buildings were insured, and we will rebuild. We’ll get back in business as soon as we can.” Already, Tiffany Yachts’ Facebook page is full of comments from people expressing their condolences and offering to help in any way possible. It takes a village.

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DOCKTALK Paul Jacobs is the new general manager of all marine-related events produced by the U.S. Yacht Shows, including the U.S. Powerboat Show in Annapolis, the Bay Bridge Boat Show on Kent Island, the Annapolis Nautical Flea Market, and more. Jacobs has worked for the U.S. Yacht Shows since 2005 when he came onboard in

operations. Three years later, he moved up to managing the water portion of the shows, and then the next year, headed up marketing. Before he became a small business entrepreneur in retail, he worked for IBM. In between careers, Jacobs cruised with his wife Nancy on a 40-footer in the Caribbean for four years. usboat.com

Got an Old Boat You Want To Get Rid Of? onâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just let the grass grow around it in your back yard. Why not donate it to Chesapeake Soda Clean, Inc. (CSC)? The company is looking for someone to donate a small, old, fiberglass boat hull (with or without a trailer) for training purposes. The hull would help trainees (soda blast contractors) learn how to remove anti-fouling marine bottom paints with the environment in mind. No need for masts, motors, cabins, etc. This past November, CSC moved from its former Annapolis office and Baltimore warehouse into a new, larger, soda blast sales, service, and training center in Millersville, MD. The move to a site near Baltimore Washington International Airport enables the company to expand its product offerings, provides an outdoor equipment demo area, and accommodates storage of eco-friendly abrasive equipment and media to replace environmentally unsound silica sand and coal slag medias. CSC is an authorized distributor for The Soda Works, Natrium Products, Hold Tight Solutions, New Age Media, and Dry Ice Services. It offers automotive, marine, residential, and commercial training aids for new soda blast contractors, on-site training for new customers, and a fee-based training for all others. For more details and to donate a boat, call CSCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Stacey Stone at (410) 271-2652. chesapeakesodaclean.com

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DOCKTALK • Welcome to the land of

pleasant living! Maxwell America—an anchoring equipment company—recently moved operations from Santa Ana, CA to Hanover, MD. Maxwell America now is located at the Maryland headquarters of its parent company, VETUS America, a marine products manufacturer. The company cites improved efficiencies, decreased shipping times and costs to the East Coast, continued expansion, and improved customer service as the reasons for the relocation. In other news, Jay Stockmann recently became the company’s new chief executive officer. If you like to keep tabs on such things, Stockmann previously was the executive vice president of U.S. sales and marketing for Lewmar. maxwellmarine.com

Richard Cookerly recently joined the Sassafras River Association Board. Cookerly was born and raised in Kent County and is a 1982 graduate of Washington College in Chestertown, MD. He says, “I am motivated to help preserve the Eastern Shore’s ecosystems, because I am fascinated by the amazing interactions of nature within the Chesapeake region’s waters, marshes, and woodlands. These are invaluable resources.” He brings legal expertise and a commitment to helping promote clean water in the Sassafras as well as the Chesapeake Bay. sassafrasriver.org

• To boost efficiency, improve customer

service, and grow the business, Madden Masts & Rigging, Inc. and Southern Cross Marine Inc. have merged companies to form M Yacht Services, LLC (MYS) and moved into new

larger premises at 7366 Edgewood Road in Annapolis. (410) 280-2752, mys@myachtservices.net

• American Global Yacht Group

(AGYG) has moved into Harrison Yacht Yard at 106 Wells Cove Road in Grasonville, MD. Mike Favinger—the new sales manager—says, “We have a great team, but are looking for more brokers to join us.” AGYG emphasizes quality construction, sales, and service from its steel expedition yachts down to small fiberglass family cruisers. Some of its products are American made. agyg.com

• Need to move your boat? Let your fingers

do the walking. The free, online Professional Captains Locator Service on boatus.com/procaptains enables boat owners to find on-the-water transportation services and instruction with USCG-licensed delivery captains. The online resource can be searched by region and includes captain credentials, contact information, and more. Also turn to page 62 for PropTalk’s classified advertisements.

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• To produce a stronger event,

the Virginia Boat Show and the Richmond Boat Show have been combined into a single event February 19-21 at the Richmond Raceway Complex. Affinity Events hopes to run both events separately again in the future. agievents.com

• Looking for an Ocean Alexan-

der, a Yellowfin, or a brokerage yacht? Chris Leigh can help. This past December, he joined the Mid-Atlantic Marine Group (MAMG), under parent company Bluewater Group, as a regional sales director for Virginia’s Western Shore and works out of the Severn River Marina and Service Center (SRMSC) in Gloucester, VA. Leigh owns a showroom, Oyster Cove Boat Works & Yacht Brokerage, in Gloucester. He now offers a great team of people who help each other out, facilitate deals, and find ways to improve customer service. In related news, SRMSC is undergoing renovations that include new floating slips, a swimming pool, a larger ship store and market, a new water filtration system, additional recreational areas, and a five-star shower and laundry facilities. (804) 815-2160, cleigh@ midatlanticmarinegroup.com

Karen Trostle—president of Sterling Acceptance Corporation in Annapolis—is the new president of the National Marine Bankers Association (NMBA). Trostle earlier served as NMBA’s vice president and has been a director for five years. Trostle says, “With dealers and brokers reporting

Internet listing activity up 30 to 40 percent in recent months compared to last year, we will promote lending for boats by marketing to community banks, regional players, and credit unions.” marinebankers.org

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• Moving lock, stock, and bar-

rel… In the aftermath of Fawcett’s acquisition of the property on Bay Ridge Road, Eastport Spar and Rigging (ESR) and staff are moving to Hartge Yacht Harbor (HYH) at 4883 Church Lane in Galesville, MD. John Callewaert, ESR’s owner, says, “The timing for our relocation couldn’t be better in spite of the weather, and HYH’s new management has been very accommodating. Going back to one of the Bay’s premier boatyards and moving into a new modern facility should be a new start for ESR.” ESR offers full-service rigging, metal fabrication, welding, and general boat maintenance for customers in Annapolis and surrounding areas. (410) 808-7380, (410) 867-6633, esr_llc@msn.com

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HAMPTON ROADS

CHES. BAY BRIDGE TUNNEL

BALTIMORE

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February 15 - March 14 Tides

ANNAPOLIS

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12:00AM 05:44AM Mon 11:49AM 06:16PM 12:26AM 06:23AM Tue 12:30PM 06:46PM 12:52AM 07:02AM Wed 01:14PM 07:18PM 01:19AM 07:42AM Thu 02:02PM 07:54PM 01:50AM 08:25AM Fri 02:58PM 08:35PM 02:25AM 09:11AM Sat 04:02PM 09:21PM

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

DIFFERENCES Spring High Low H. Ht L. Ht Range

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

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

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04:29AM 11:11AM Sat 06:27PM 11:14PM

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

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

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Windmill Point Wolf Trap Light Urbanna Norfolk

03:42AM 10:14AM Fri 05:22PM 10:22PM

12:40AM 06:54AM Wed 02:01PM 08:28PM

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03:01AM 09:14AM Sun 03:18PM 09:24PM

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03:34AM 09:55AM Fri 04:42PM 10:05PM

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01:20AM 07:37AM Sat 01:42PM 07:48PM

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12:23AM 06:52AM Sat 01:01PM 07:14PM

01:44AM 07:14AM Mon 01:33PM 07:46PM

+1:40 –1:15 –3:13 –3:47

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

12:44AM 06:48AM Tue 01:38PM 09:07PM 01:47AM 07:59AM Wed 02:45PM 10:03PM 02:50AM 09:12AM Thu 03:50PM 10:52PM 03:51AM 10:20AM 04:49PM 11:37PM

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04:47AM 11:19AM Sat 05:38PM 11:56PM 06:31AM 01:03PM Sun 07:10PM

DIFFERENCES Spring High Low H. Ht L. Ht Range

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

–3:50 +3:30 –0:10 –1:58

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

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February 15 - March 14 Currents

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

CHESAPEAKE BAY ENTRANCE

BALTIMORE APPROACH

0305 0618 0856 1154 1517 1841 2117

-1.2 +0.9 -1.3 +0.8

0021 0338 0657 0930 1222 1545 1912 2148

-1.2 +0.8 -1.3 +0.8

0100 0414 0738 1004 1250 1619 1944 2219

-1.1 +0.7 -1.3 +0.8

0136 0457 0820 1040 1317 1659 2018 2254

-1.0 +0.6 -1.2 +0.8

0213 0548 0909 1121 1343 1745 2057 2335

-0.9 +0.5 -1.1 +0.8

0256 0642 -0.9 1005 1208 +0.4 1412 1836 -1.0 2143

0022 0354 0737 1110 1300 1454 1929

+0.7 -0.8 +0.3 -1.0

0117 0509 0842 1218 1402 1604 2030

+0.7 -0.8 +0.3 -1.0

0222 0619 0955 1319 1520 1739 2142

+0.7 -0.9 +0.4 -1.1

0052 0340 0722 1056 1411 1627 1859 2249

+0.8 -1.1 +0.5 -1.3

0157 0443 0819 1147 1459 1719 2011 2349

+1.0 -1.3 +0.8 -1.5

22 23 24

0234 0536 0810 1122 1454 1753 2039

-1.9 +1.3 -1.8 +1.5

0000 0323 0630 0900 1207 1537 1840 2125

-1.9 +1.2 -1.8 +1.5

0052 0413 0727 0948 1251 1623 1929 2212

-1.8 +1.1 -1.6 +1.4

0142 0508 0823 1039 1336 1714 2019 2303

-1.6 +0.9 -1.4 +1.2

0234 0610 0924 1134 1420 1812 2113 2357

-1.4 +0.7 -1.2 +1.0

0331 0712 -1.2 1031 1232 +0.5 1509 1911 -1.0 2216

0055 0438 0818 1147 1333 1613 2014

+0.8 -1.0 +0.3 -0.9

0200 0550 0933 1302 1456 1730 2131

+0.6 -0.9 +0.2 -0.8

0040 0339 0656 1041 1411 1639 1840 2241

+0.6 -0.9 +0.3 -0.9 +0.6 -1.0 +0.4 -0.9

8 9

0150 0455 0754 1134 1501 1724 1942 2334

0247 0534 +0.6 0840 1216 -1.0 1537 1759 +0.5 2038

0019 0330 0606 0916 1252 1606 1833

-1.0 +0.7 -1.1 +0.6

0046 0350 0626 0956 1325 1625 1859

-1.6 +1.3 -1.7 +1.2

0100 0408 0640 0946 1322 1633 1908

-1.1 +0.7 -1.2 +0.7

0142 0442 0718 1039 1411 1709 1950

-1.8 +1.3 -1.8 +1.4

0138 0542 0816 1115 1448 1800 2042

-1.2 +0.8 -1.3 +0.8

0257 0535 +1.2 0910 1237 -1.5 1541 1808 +1.0 2116

13 14

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

slack before

C&D CANAL

0318 0614 +0.7 0918 1212 -0.7 1505 1815 +0.8 2119

0032 0346 0650 1000 1255 1555 1855

-0.9 +0.8 -0.7 +0.7

0105 0414 0726 1044 1341 1648 1937

-0.8 +0.8 -0.7 +0.6

0139 0443 0804 1130 1429 1746 2022

-0.7 +0.9 -0.7 +0.5

0214 0514 0846 1220 1522 1851 2111

-0.7 +0.9 -0.7 +0.3

0252 0549 0931 1313 1620 2002 2206

-0.6 +0.9 -0.7 +0.3

-0.5 +0.9 -0.7 +0.2

17 18 19 20 21

0014 0337 0630 1022 1409 1720 2308

0430 -0.5 0719 1118 +1.0 1506 1821 -0.7

0212 0518 0827 1131 1439 1739 2040 2346

0250 0604 +1.1 0919 1224 -1.0 1537 1828 +0.8 2122

0029 0329 0650 1012 1317 1636 1919

-1.0 +1.2 -1.0 +0.7

0113 0411 0739 1105 1412 1736 2012

-0.9 +1.2 -1.0 +0.6

0201 0456 0829 1201 1509 1840 2108

-0.8 +1.1 -0.9 +0.5

0251 0545 0923 1258 1608 1946 2209

-0.7 +1.1 -0.9 +0.4

-0.6 +1.0 -0.8 +0.4

0040 0348 0638 1021 1357 1711 2052 2315

0145 0450 -0.5 0737 1122 +0.9 1456 1812 -0.8 2154

0021 0256 0557 0840 1223 1553 1911

+0.4 -0.5 +0.9 -0.8

4 5 6 7

+1.0 -1.0 +0.9 -1.0

0118 0436 0724 1030 1331 1648 1947

-1.9 +2.0 -2.0 +2.3

0157 0519 0810 1119 1417 1724 2025

-2.1 +2.1 -2.0 +2.4

0236 0604 0855 1210 1502 1801 2104

-2.3 +2.2 -1.8 +2.4

0315 0651 0942 1304 1549 1839 2146

-2.4 +2.1 -1.6 +2.3

0034 0356 0740 1034 1402 1640 1920 2232

-2.5 +2.0 -1.4 +2.2

0115 0443 0833 1131 1507 1736 2005 2323

-2.5 +1.9 -1.2 +2.1

16 17

-2.4 +2.3 -1.6 +1.8

0139 0452 0852 1153 1528 1749 2046 2325

-2.2 +2.0 -1.3 +1.6

0225 0543 -2.0 0949 1253 +1.8 1629 1843 -1.1 2142

0015 0316 0633 1045 1353 1726 1936

+1.4 -1.8 +1.6 -1.1

0106 0413 0723 1135 1455 1815 2032

+1.2 -1.6 +1.6 -1.1

0016 0319 0615 0940 1347 1636 2005 2227

+2.1 -2.5 +2.1 -1.4

0033 0257 0609 0912 1300 1607 1935 2207

+1.2 -1.5 +1.6 -1.4

0118 0420 0725 1040 1442 1725 2048 2314

+2.3 -2.6 +2.2 -1.7

0120 0351 0704 1002 1339 1637 2008 2244

+1.3 -1.6 +1.8 -1.6

0204 0439 0756 1047 1416 1710 2037 2320

+1.6 -1.7 +1.9 -1.9

+0.5 -0.6 +0.8 -0.8

0216 0506 0801 1047 1416 1734 2050

+0.5 -0.7 +1.0 -1.0

0015 0303 0558 0854 1144 1505 1818 2131

+0.6 -0.6 +0.8 -0.9

0027 0301 0540 0846 1136 1507 1830 2140

+0.7 -0.8 +1.0 -1.0

0050 0344 0645 0942 1236 1550 1859 2210

+0.7 -0.7 +0.8 -0.9

0101 0348 0639 0943 1239 1559 1914 2223

0136 0433 0734 1038 1340 1650 1957 2304

+0.9 -0.9 +1.0 -1.0

0123 0523 0827 1127 1426 1733 2038 2345

+0.8 -0.7 +0.8 -0.8

slack before ebb

0055 0402 0756 1052 1427 1654 1958 2237

+0.4 -0.6 +1.0 -0.9

floodmax flood

+1.1 -1.5 +1.6 -1.2

0211 0436 0744 1030 1413 1743 2056

-2.5 +2.6 -1.9 +2.1

0200 0513 0817 1220 1538 1858 2124

0012 0315 0701 0955 1328 1600 1914 2151

+1.9 -2.4 +1.9 -1.2

0215 0504 0833 1248 1541 1919 2134

+0.4 -0.5 +0.9 -0.8

-2.5 +2.8 -2.2 +2.3

0122 0405 0702 0945 1322 1645 2003

0229 0604 0901 1229 1510 1832 2109

+1.9 -2.4 +1.8 -1.0

+0.3 -0.5 +1.0 -0.8

-2.4 +2.9 -2.4 +2.4

0114 0354 0728 1146 1436 1827 2034

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FULL MOON PArTy with moon lights,

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Anglers Night Out Fishing Flick & Tales

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CBF Hampton Roads VoiCeS 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays. Norfolk, VA. Volunteers as Chesapeake Stewards (VoiCeS) is a Chesapeake Bay Foundation adult education program. $30. cbf.org/voices

Thru Mar

Thru Mar 15 Season

Road Kill

Ends Trapping for muskrat, nutria, raccoon, fox, skunk, and opossum ends March 15. fws.gov/blackwater

Thru Mar 15

Winter Whale Watching Cruises Rudee Inlet, Virginia Beach. Guided tours on select dates by Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center. Reserve your spot to see humpback and fin whales, sea birds, and local landmarks. vmsm.com

4-25

America’s Boating Course 7 to 9 p.m. Seven sessions. Chantilly High School, VA. Hosted by the Northern Virginia Sail and Power Squadron. $40. fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/parktakes.htm

4-28

February Fun in Solomons Calvert Marine Museum. Boat building, bluegrass music, sea critters, Bay information, lighthouse lore, and more to celebrate the museum’s 40 years. Most of the fun is free. calvertmarinemuseum.com

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Tuesdays March 9 & 23 6 pm Cocktails 7 pm Dinner & Movie Meatloaf Loaf Special, Half Price Bottles of Wine

Lunar Chili Dogs, Full Moon Gumbo, Jamaican Jumbo Wings, Buck Oysters, Drink Specials, too! THUrSDAy April 1: D’Vibe & Conga Fourth & Severn, Eastport – Annapolis • 410.216.6206 • www.boatyardbarandgrill.com

13-Mar 13

Stream Waders’ Training Sessions 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturdays. Chesapeake College February 13; Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary February 27, Oregon Ridge Nature Center March 6, and Frostburg State University March 13. Register by February 5, 19, 26, and March 5, respectively. dnr.maryland.gov/streams

15-21

Annapolis Restaurant Week Three-course offerings; lunch for $15.95 and dinner for $29.95 at 34 locations. annapolisrestaurantweek.com

GPS Navigation While Boating 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Newark (DE) Senior Center. Hosted by the Wilmington Sail and Power Squadron. For fees and more details, call (302) 733-0289 or email sailhappy@comcast.net.

Ospreys on the Rebound 11:30 a.m. Captain Salem Avery Museum, Shady Side, MD. Last winter lecture for the Shady Side Rural Heritage Society this season. Lunch and learn from Melanie Lynch. $17. Reservations required. shadysidemuseum.org

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18-Mar 25

National Harbor Restaurant Week Broccoli bisque, pasta primavera, and shrimp scampi... Yum! $20 lunch and $35 dinner at nine different restaurants. nationalharbor.com Mardi Gras mardigrasday.com

Piloting Course 7 to 9 p.m. 10 Tuesdays. St. Paul Lutheran Church, Annapolis. Hosted by the Annapolis Sail and Power Squadron. For more details and fees, contact (410) 263-8777 or michaelm_aacps@hotmail.com. aspsmd.org

Clean Marina Roundtable Port Annapolis Marina. Third free Maryland DNR workshop for marinas, boatyards, and yacht club operators. dnr.state.md.us/boating/cleanmarina

Ed Casey Youth of the Year Awards Dinner 5:30 to 9 p.m. Wiley H. Bates Heritage Park, Annapolis. Hosted by the Boys and Girls Clubs of Annapolis and Anne Arundel County. Live entertainment, an auction, and more. bgcaa.com

Winter Seminars 7 p.m. Wednesdays. Fawcett Boat Supplies’ new location at 919 Bay Ridge Road in Annapolis. Learn from Chuck O’Malley and Mike Jones (emergency rigging and sail repair), Kevin Williams (LP systems), Mike Jones (electronic safety), and Steve Ripley (inflatable boat repairs). fawcettboat.com

Art by Students Galleries, Quiet Waters Park, Annapolis. Features works by Anne Arundel County high school art students. friendsofquietwaterspark.org

18-Mar 25

Maritime Seminar Series 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursdays. Annapolis Maritime Museum. Learn about artists’ views of the Battle of the Bay and the museum’s history, crabs and crabbers, Baltimore’s free black caulkers and the riots of 1858, terrapins, and Chief Winterhawk of the Nause-Waiwash Tribe. For fees and details, call (410) 295-0104. amaritime.org

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USS Monitor Is Commissioned in New York, 1862

18-Apr 15

Learn To Be a Bay Advocate 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Nine consecutive Thursdays. Philip Merrill Environmental Center, Annapolis. $25 for materials. cbf.org/voices

19-20

Chesapeake Oyster and Beer Festival National Harbor. Beer, wine, spirits, live music, fun exhibits, souvenir glass, and fabulous food. nationalharbor.com

Bay to Ocean Writers Conference Chesapeake College, Wye Mills, MD. Presented Eastern Shore Writers’ Association. baytoocean.com

From the Shoreline 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum, St. Michaels. John Mock sings songs of the people, places, and boats of the Atlantic’s coastlines. $17 for members; $20 for non-members (includes lunch). Pre-registration required. cbmm.org

20-21

Coastal Navigation Course 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. J/World Annapolis. jworldannapolis.com

20-21

Marine Electrical Systems Class Annapolis School of Seamanship. For more courses, visit annapolisschoolofseamanship.com.

20-Apr 17

VoiCeS Adult Training Course 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturdays. Easton, MD. CBF’s VoiCeS (Volunteers as Chesapeake Stewards) focuses on the Bay’s complex history, issues, and relationships. $25. cbf.org/voices

21-Sep 26

Pamunkey River Bass Mini-Series 2010 Select Sundays. Various locations in Virginia. pamunkeyminiseries.com

USCG Auxiliary Fundraiser Lunch or dinner. Roadhouse Steak Joint in Rehoboth Beach, DE. Tell your server you support USCGA. steaksrehoboth.com

Anglers Night Out Fishing Flick and Tales 6 p.m. cocktails; 7 p.m. dinner. Boatyard Bar & Grill, Eastport. Dine and enjoy Once in a Blue Moon with your fishing buddies! PropTalk is a sponsor. boatyardbarandgrill.com 24 March 2010 PropTalk

Full Moon Party Boatyard Bar & Grill, Eastport. Moody moon lights, live music from Nautical Wheelers, dancing, and local delicacies such as lunar chili dogs and full moon gumbo. boatyardbarandgrill.com

26-27

National Outdoor Show South Dorchester Pre K-8 School, Golden Hill, MD. Dorchester County celebrates everything from duck carving to world champion muskrat-skinning contests to cooking demos to a beauty pageant. Muskrat races, critter skinning, corn shelling, trap setting, pole skinning, law sawing, and more. Free parking and free shuttle. nationaloutdoorshow.com

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National Kahlúa Day

Night in the Museum Gala 7 to 11 p.m. Havre de Grace Maritime Museum. Food, costumes, lively entertainment, dancing, a silent auction, and more. $60; RSVP by February 19. hdgmaritimemuseum.org

Radar Seminar Two-hour session. Hosted by the Potomac Sail and Power Squadron. For location and more details, call (202) 526-0289.

Saltwater Fishing Expo 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Annapolis Elks Lodge #622, Edgewater, MD. Expert seminars include PropTalk’s captain C.D. Dollar and his take on kayak fishing. Catch deals on gear and tackle, talk to charter captains and guides, and enjoy the raffle, food, drinks, and fun. Hosted by MSSA’s Annapolis Chapter and The Fisherman. $5. Free parking. saltwaterfishingexpo.com

South River on the Half-Shell Auction 7 to 10 p.m. Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s Phillip Merrill Center, Annapolis. “One shell of a party” benefits the South River. Silent and live auctions, fabulous food and drink, live entertainment, interesting people, and incredible items for bid. $50 members; $70 nonmembers; $75 at the door. southriverfederation.net

TieFest 2010 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Kent Narrows YC, MD. See several of the nation’s most celebrated fly fishing tyers and casters, including Lefty Kreh, Bob Popovics, Bob Clouser, and Steve Silverio. The free-for-all fun is sponsored by Coastal Conservation Association Maryland. Get started now. ccamd.org

Tim’s Rivershore Polar Plunge Tim’s Rivershore Restaurant, Dumfries, VA. Dippers unite to benefit Special Olympics Virginia. Live music, costume contests, prizes, and more. polarplunge.com

What’s Involved in Getting Your Captain’s License? 10 a.m. to Noon. West Marine, 113 Hillsmere Drive, Annapolis. Presented by captain Paul Truelove of the Annapolis School of Seamanship. Free. (410) 268-0129, westmarine.com

28-Mar 2

International Conference of Professional Yacht Brokers Maritime Institute, Linthicum, MD. ybaa.org

March

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Roger Daltry of The Who Is Born in London, England, 1944

Fells Point Ghost Walks 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Baltimore. Haunted history hikes. baltimoreghosttours.com

Potomac River Chapter’s Ducks Unlimited Dinner 5 p.m. Snow Hill Fire Department, MD. $40. RSVP by February 28. ducks.org

Smith Point Sea Rescue 2010 Oyster Roast 2 to 5 p.m. Little River Seafood, Burgess, VA. Oysters, hot dogs, bean soup, and beverages. $25 in advance; $30 at the door. Free for kids younger than age 10. Proceeds benefit Smith Point Sea Rescue. smithpointsearescue.com

The Women of Leesylvania 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Leesylvania State Park, Woodbridge, VA. Meet history in person with costumes, crafts, and fun. $3; $6 groups up to four. dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/lee.shtml

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Tribal Belly Dance Class? Saturdays in Salisbury. nomadicmagic.org

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6-Aug 24

American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour Select stops on the Bay in Maryland and Virginia; various dates. americanbassanglers.com

Save-a-Fish Banquet and Auction 6 to 9 p.m. Shriners Kena Temple, Fairfax, VA. Hosted by the Northern Virginia CCA Chapter. For tickets, call (703) 626-2668 or (703) 407-8921. Appetizers, full bar, dinner, live and silent auctions, raffles, and more. $50 includes one-year membership to CCA and subscription to TIDE Magazine. ccavirginia.org

Some Early Houses of Talbot County 2 p.m. Oxford Community Center. Bob Shannahan will focus on preservation of historic houses. Presented by the Oxford Museum. (410) 226-0191

Amerigo Vespucci Is Born in Italy, 1451 His life was full of discoveries, explorations, and twists and turns. Controversy exists over whether he made three or four voyages across the Atlantic.

Anglers Night Out for Fishing Flick and Tales 6 p.m. cocktails; 7 p.m. dinner. Boatyard Bar & Grill, Eastport. Dine and enjoy Running Down the Man. PropTalk is a sponsor. boatyardbarandgrill.com

9-12

Basic Boating Certification Course 7 p.m. A.I. DuPont High School, Greenville, DE. Four consecutive nights. $25 in advance; $30 at the door. wilmingtonpowersquadron.org

10-17

GPS for Mariners Course 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Wednesdays. First Presbyterian Church of Howard County, Columbia, MD. Hosted by USCG Auxiliary Flotilla 22-2. $35. Bring your own GPS if you have one. fso-pe@flotilla222.org

Chart Reading Seminar Two-hour session. Hosted by Potomac River Sail and Power Squadron. For the location and more details, call (202) 526-0289.

Eagle Festival at Blackwater 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge, Cambridge, MD. Free fun for the whole family. fws.gov/blackwater

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Crank up the Lynyrd Skynyrd! The boys start skinning some muskies during the 2007 National Outdoor Show. The fun returns February 26-27. Photo courtesy of nationaloutdoorshow.org

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National Capital Angling Show 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Georgetown Preparatory School, Bethesda, MD. Oldest fly fishing show in the nation. Learn from the pros. Proceeds go to fisheries conservation and education projects. ncc-tu.org Safe Boating Course 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Bladensburg (MD) Waterfront Park. Taught USCG Auxiliary Flotilla 24-3. $25. (410) 531-3313, (301) 261-7735

Feathers in Focus Photo Shoot to 3 p.m. Shad Landing, Pocomoke River State Forest and Park, Snow Hill, MD. Photograph birds of prey in their natural setting. $10. (410) 632-2566

Basic Boating Certification Course 7 p.m. McKean High School, DE. Four consecutive nights. $25 in advance; $30 at the door. wilmingtonpowersquadron.org Winter Ends!

Chesapeake Power Boat Symposium St. John’s College, Annapolis. Learn about the latest powerboat developments. Co-sponsored by the Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers and Professional BoatBuilder magazine. powerboatsymposium.com

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Spring Forward 2 a.m. Daylight Saving Time begins.

St. Paddy’s Day Party! Boatyard Bar & Grill, Eastport. Live music, Irish food and beers, and free commemorative glass. boatyardbarandgrill.com St. Patrick’s Day Rudolf Diesel Is Born in Paris, France, 1858

Maryland Day Celebration Those in the know about historical and cultural things in Annapolis and southern Anne Arundel County will offer special tours, events, and programming for $1 or less for all ages. fourriversheritage.org Saltwater Fishing Expo Garden State Exhibit Center, Somerset, NJ. Great deals on tackle, fishing trips, the latest in saltwater fishing boats, motors, kayaks, and all the gear and equipment you’ll ever need. sportshows.com

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Children’s Day 1 to 5 p.m. Havre de Grace Maritime Museum. Tie knots, build boats, and do crafts. $10 per family of four, $2 for each additional member, or $3 for single admission. Children under age three admitted for free. hdgmaritimemuseum.org

Spring Begins 5:32 p.m.

Spring Commissioning Seminar 10 a.m. to Noon. West Marine, 113 Hillsmere Drive, Annapolis. Presented by the Annapolis School of Seamanship. Free. (410) 268-0129 westmarine.com

Captain’s Briefing: Transiting the ICW 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Annapolis Elks Lodge, Edgewater, MD. Part of CAPCA’s continuing education program. $35 for members; $50 for non-members. capca.net

Maryland Game Bird Stamp Design Contest Deadline Hosted by Maryland Department of Natural Resources. Proceeds from stamp sales go to waterfowl and migratory game bird projects and research. dnr.maryland.gov/wildlife/duckstamp

Anglers Night Out for Fishing Flick and Tales 6 p.m. cocktails; 7 p.m. dinner. Boatyard Bar & Grill, Eastport. Dine and enjoy Red Gold. PropTalk is a sponsor. boatyardbarandgrill.com

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Full Moon Party Boatyard Bar & Grill, Eastport. Moon lights, live music from D’Vibe & conga, dancing, and local favorites, including lunar chili dogs and full moon gumbo. boatyardbarandgrill.com

Tilghman’s Railroad to Oxford 2 p.m. The Reverend Jay Bunting will describe how the railroad to Oxford was founded and funded with “Confederate gold.” Hosted by the Oxford Museum. (410) 226-0191

27-28

Diesel Engine Class Annapolis School of Seamanship. (410) 263-8848, annapolisschoolofseamanship.com

27-Apr 8

Tuesdays: March 9 & 23 6 pm Cocktails • 7 pm Dinner & Movie Meatloaf Loaf Special, Half Price Bottles of Wine Location: Boatyard Market Section, Limited to 40

Fourth St & Severn Ave, Eastport–Annapolis, MD • 410.216.6206 www.boatyardbarandgrill.com

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MD/DNR Boating Safety and Certification Course 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. March 27 and April 3; 6 p.m. review and test April 8. Eastport/Annapolis Neck Branch Library. Hosted by the Annapolis Sail and Power Squadron. (410) 263-8777, michaelm_aacps@hotmail.com, aspsmd.org

First Shipment of Beer Arrives in the Virginia Colony from England, 1607

Send calendar items to amy@proptalk.com.

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PropTalk’s Top Pick of Boat Shows for 2010

re you cold, bored, and less-than-a-pleasure to be around? Time for your annual boating fix. Get great deals on boats, gear, and hot new accessories at area boat shows this year. If you know of a show that’s not listed here, give us a piece of your mind at ruth@proptalk.com. For information about nautical flea markets, fishing expos, and other family fun events, see page 22 for our Chesapeake Boating Calendar.

February 19-21 Richmond and Virginia Boat Show(Combined) Richmond (VA) Raceway Complex—agievents.com 25-28 Greater Philadelphia Outdoor Sportshow Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, Oaks, PA sportshows.com/philly_main.html 26-28 Southwest Virginia Boat Show Roanoke Civic Center—roanokeboatshow.com

March 4-7 New Jersey Spring Boat Show New Jersey Convention Center, Edison—agievents.com 5-7 Greater Philadelphia Boat Show Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, Oaks, PA phillyboatshow.com 12-14 National Capital Boat Show Dulles Expo Center, Chantilly, VA—agievents.com

26-28 Tidewater Boat Show Hampton Roads Convention Center—agievents.com 27-28 Clarks Landing’s In-Water Used Boat Show Shady Side Marine Center, MD—clarkslanding.com

August

10-11 Maryland Boatbuilders and Dealers Expo Sailwinds Park, Cambridge, MD—sailwindscambridge.com 22-25 Bay Bridge Boat Show Bay Bridge Marina, Stevensville, MD—usboat.com 29-May 2 Liberty Boat Show Liberty Landing Marina, Jersey City, NJ—libertyboatshow.com 30-May 2 Strictly Jersey Boat Show South Jersey Marina, Cape May—strictlyjersey.com May

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13-15 Maine Boats, Homes, and Harbors Show Harbor Park, Rockland, ME—maineboats.com September

9-12 Atlantic City In-Water Powerboat Show Frank S. Farley State Marina, NJ—acinwaterboatshow.com 24-26 TrawlerFest Baltimore TBD—passagemaker.com October

7-11 U.S. Sailboat Show Annapolis—usboat.com

14-16 Jersey Shore Boat Show First Energy Park, Lakewood—jerseyboatexpo.com

19-21 Prince William Marina Boat Show Woodbridge, VA—pwmarina.com

June

14-17 U.S. Powerboat Show Annapolis—usboat.com

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Dock and Play:

The Bay’s Resort Marinas by Carrie Gentile

s you are reacquainting yourself with the scale and beauty of the Bay this summer, you may want to consider stopping by one of the more resort-type marinas scattered around the Bay. These places offer the usual amenities (pumpout, fuel, showers) plus more. Why not retire at a day’s end on the water at a convivial marina to dine on crab cakes and a cocktail prepared by someone else? I’m thinking a frozen margarita, a long, hot, spacious shower, a dip in an Olympic-sized pool. Although this is far from a complete list, here are a few places that combine cruising and resort-style getaways.

SkipJack Cove Yachting Resort

Georgetown, MD

kipJack Cove is a family-oriented marina and resort located in a protected and handsome cove on the Sassafras River. It sits on 18 acres of scenic and wooded shoreline. Perhaps the best part of visiting the marina is that the cove has plenty of freshwater beaches, which means swimming without pesky sea nettles. Waterskiing, tubing, and windsurfing are popular activities up and down the Sassafras.

With a total of 365 slips, the resort offers two swimming pools (one just for the kids); tennis, volleyball, and basketball courts; and 28 private washrooms. There’s a fuel dock and a mobile pumpout boat, too. The on-premises restaurant, Signals, serves delicious crab cakes with views of the Sassafras and Eastern Shore farmland. The resort is located about seven miles from the mouth of the river in Georgetown. The channel is deep and well marked. Proceed up the river observing the channel markers to N “14” and then turn to port and head for the marina. Call ahead for reservations. skipjackcove.com Slip fees: $2 per foot: Friday through Sunday $1.75 per foot: Monday through Thursday $2.50 per foot: Holiday Weekends/Special Events

If you like lighted tennis courts, fitness centers, saunas, swimming pools, shuffleboard, playgrounds, and kayaking, you might enjoy the 600-slip Herrington Harbour South facilities.

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Herrington Harbour South Friendship, MD

â&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve heard cruisers say Herrington Harbour South is one of the best marinas on the Eastern Seaboard. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s probably because there are more amenities there than you probably have time for, and the facility upgrades and improvements are never-ending. This year, the folks at Herrington South are enlarging the jetty to increase the beachfront area. Amenities include, but are not limited to, lighted tennis courts, fitness center, sauna, swimming pool, shuffleboard, playground, laundry, and kayak rentals. This 600-slip marina offers transients a private beach with wispy sand and thatched umbrellas. Although the resort sits right on Herring Bay with an

expansive view of the Bay, this place has a Caribbean vibe complete with palm trees. Herrington Harbour South also has a onemile eco-trail starting from the property, and they frequently play movies outside on the grounds. Order a cocktail from their cabana bar called Mangos. There are beach front guest rooms and a full-service water view restaurant as well. Each slip has its own water and power, and of course you can fill your fuel tanks and empty the holding tank. Entering Herrington South marina from the channel is straightforward; the water level is about seven feet at low tide, and six lit markers and range lights guide you in. herringtonharbour.com Slip fees: $2 per foot Sunday through Thursday $3 per foot Friday, Saturday, and Holidays

HARTGE YACHT HARBOR on West River, Galesville, MD ~ Family Owned Since 1865 ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

50 Ton Travel Lift ~40 & 70 Ton Railways Dockage for boats 25-70 feet ~ Covered slips Wireless Internet ~ Bath house with showers State-of-the-art paint building

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Rod N’ Reel Marina West

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Chesapeake Beach, MD

The Bay’s Resort Marinas continued...

Chesapeake Bay Fishing aboard the SeaCrazy Too • 2005 43’ Custom Sportfish • Full/Half Day Trips • Book Now for Spring Trophy Season • Prime Dates Available 412 Congressional Drive Stevensville, MD 21666

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Spring Special! On 40’ or Larger Slips

ost people come to Chesapeake Beach to fish, and the aptly named Rod N’Reel Marina West delivers with close to 50 charter boats operating. The marina office will book an excursion for you with one of these independently owned charter boats. The Rod N’ Reel Dock has 120 slips, a fuel dock, and a tackle shop. It also is equipped with a fish cleaning table. The refurbished Marina West is even larger than the latter, but both marinas are easily accessible to the Bay from Fishing Creek. The marinas are part of the large Chesapeake Beach Resort and Spa. Choose from two restaurants, get a facial, order a dockside beer, walk the nearby boardwalk, or of course, head out fishing. The Rod N’ Reel Restaurant’s menu is full of fresh seafood, and Smokey Joe’s is where to order sticky ribs. Chesapeake Beach and neighboring North Beach have a “summertime romp” feel with a boardwalk, beach, water park, fishing, ice cream shops, and more. Getting there is easy. The marina is protected, and the channel is maintained fairly diligently. Reservations are not necessary, but not a bad idea either. chesapeakebeachresortspa.com Call for slip rates

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Smithfield, VA

mithfield may be best known for those deliciously salty hams, but the town itself is a quintessential colonial seaport that will charm the socks off visitors. Smithfield, settled in 1752 by British captains and merchants, is a small town with brick sidewalks, historic homes, inns, and restaurants. For decades, the waterfront of Smithfield was a medley of seafood shacks and rickety buildings that flooded often. In the mid-1980s, a local bought it and turned it into Smithfield Station, a pleasant, convivial marina, hotel, and restaurant. This small family-run complex is on Virginia’s pretty Pagan River with an proptalk.com

Smithfield Station, a small, family-run complex, is on Virginia’s pretty Pagan River and an easy walk to Smithfield’s Historic District, which is full of Victorian houses with turrets, towers, and stained glass windows.

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town itself is an industrious and energetic port city with a renovated downtown. The harbor is well stocked with repair services if The Bay’s Resort Marinas you’re looking to do some maintenance. continued... Hampton Public Pier marina is a fully transient facility located a few blocks from Hampton’s re-gentrified city center full of recommend calling the station for tide ineasy walk to Smithfield’s Historic District, restaurant, cafes, and pubs. The marina has which is full of Victorian houses with turformation. Reservations are always required, an outdoor pool, spa and fitness room (at rets, towers, and stained glass windows. but you park your boat there for free if you the Crown Plaza), Wi-Fi, a raw bar, and are eating dinner or lunch at the hotel. Fuel my favorite, free bicycles with baskets. Transient slip holders are treated as hotel up before going, as there is no fuel dock. guests. That means boaters can enjoy a free Within a short walk, you’ll find the smithfieldstation.com continental breakfast (Monday through necessities like banks, a post office, a wine Friday) that includes made-to-order Slip fees: $2 a foot including electric and cheese shop, and a laundry service, scrambled eggs and waffles and access to which will pick up and deliver. the pool. The marina has 36 slips on floatThe nearby presence of NASA’s Langley ing docks holding boats up to 130 feet. Research Center has brought the VirIf you decide to stay in one of Smithfield ginia Air and Space Center to downtown Station’s guest rooms, check out a suite in Hampton. The Air and Space Center tells Hampton, VA their lighthouse building. The structure was the story of aviation and space explorabuilt as a replica of the screwpile Hooper tion and features an IMAX movie theater. ampton sits at the mouth of Norfolk Strait Lighthouse. Hampton also is the home of the Cousteau Harbor and makes a great stopover Watch the narrow Bob Shoal ChanSociety’s U.S. headquarters, a museum before beginning the Intracoastal Waterway. dedicated to Jacques Cousteau’s exploranel that begins about one and a half miles It marks the confluence of the Chesapeake past the mouth of Jones Creek. According tions, which holds some of the equipment Bay and the James and Elizabeth Rivers. to the folks at Smithfield, the shoal was he and his team used in underwater explorecently dredged, which leaves ample depth The harbor is boisterous—full of commerration. downtownhampton.com cial, military, and recreation boaters, and the for boats with drafts under six feet. They Slip fees: $1.50 per foot ($1.25 per foot for BoatU.S. members)

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More Marina Notes

arinas in Chesapeake country come in all shapes and sizes and provide a mind-boggling array of services to Bay boaters. Here is just a sampling of what local marinas are up to this year. Share your marina news all year long with ruth@proptalk.com.

Oyster Gardening

at Atlantic Marina on the Magothy

id you know that the oyster population in the Chesapeake Bay is at a mere two percent of its original level? Atlantic Marina on the Magothy in Pasadena, a certified Maryland Clean Marina, is helping to improve this situation by participating in the Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s (CBF) Oyster Gardening program. Every year, volunteers from the marina pick up bags of baby oysters (spat) and place them in cages suspended under the docks. The cages allow the spat to grow faster than they would on oyster reefs by giving them more light and water circulation.

During the warmer months, marina employees periodically shake the cages to rid them of debris and pull them out of the water to dry out. After a year, the oysters are brought back to CBF to be placed on protected oyster reefs, and a new batch of baby oysters gets picked up. This summer, the marina is embarking on a living shoreline project, which will include submerged and emergent aquatic vegetation to give native organisms a protected area to feed and reproduce. Look for updates on this project soon! thebrickcompanies.com

Nothing to spit at. Atlantic Marina on the Magothy is helping spat thrive. Photo courtesy of Adrienne Harville

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Clarks Landing Relocates to its Waterfront Marina

larks Landing recently sold its showroom facility on Kent Island and moved its sales operation to its waterfront marina located three miles south in Chester, MD. Jeff Truesdale, managing partner at Clarks Landing, says, “This move gives us an opportunity to combine our sales, service, parts, and marina operations together and offer our customers the best possible buying experience. We will also be in a better position to pass on savings to our customers due to lower expenses.” Clarks Landing now operates out of two waterfront locations, one in Chester and the other in Shady Side, MD. Both facilities offer complete marine parts and service, winter and summer storage, and haul-out capacities for up to 70-footers. Clarks Landing’s eight certified marine technicians and one master technician represent Carver, Cruisers, MerCruiser, OMC, Sea Ray, Silverton, and Volvo Penta. Don’t miss Clarks Landing’s InWater Used Boat Show at its Shady Side Marine Center March 27-28 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call the Chester Marine Center at (410) 643-2694 and the Shady Side Marine Center at (410) 867-9550 (clarkslanding.com).

Rhode River Marina Receives Best of Edgewater Award

ith a focus on quality, the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA) selected the Rhode River Marina for the 2009 Best of Edgewater Award in the Marinas category. USCA’s “Best of Local Business” Award Program recognizes outstanding local businesses throughout the country. Each year, USCA identifies companies that they believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive images of small businesses through service to their customers and community. A full customer service facility, Rhode River Marina is an authorized dealer for Evinrude, Honda, Johnson, MerCruiser, Mercury, OMC, Volvo, and Yamaha (rhoderivermarina.com).

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heck out the new website for the HarborView Marine Center in Baltimore (harborviewmarinecenter.com). The facility’s floating piers can accommodate boats up to 300 feet long. Need fuel? Not to worry. The facility has a close cooperating relationship with two nearby marinas that do have fuel docks.

Mike Pierson, relief dockmaster at Riverwalk Landing in Yorktown, VA, says, “Our newest dockhand here really enjoyed the Eye on the Bay feature in the February SpinSheet, PropTalk’s sister publication. He thought it was really cool, which is very important to him.”

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“B” Dock Dwellers

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ost marinas I have visited have very strict rules about what a boat owner may and may not put on the dock next to his boat. Often a storage box, if allowed at all, must conform to size, shape, and color rules. It many cases, the marina reserves the right to be the exclusive supplier of any storage box to be placed on its docks. I won’t say I was shocked, but I will say I was seriously surprised when, on a recent visit to the “B” dock covered slips at Norview Marina in Deltaville, VA, I saw slip after slip decorated, carpeted, upholstered, paneled, painted, and made to look like anything but a traditional boat slip. In fact, I had never seen anything like it, and I have been around boats and marinas since age 10. Way at the end of “B” dock, I came upon a couple, Herb and Pam Rose, who were preparing lunch for their son John and some friends. Pam was busy at the stove which was part of a complete kitchen built right on the dock just behind their boat Wet Feat II, a 39-foot Sea Ray. Over

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by Bob Cerullo the kitchen counter there hangs a large sign proclaiming the place as “Margaritaville.” The lunch fare that Saturday afternoon was hot dogs; often it is fresh fish caught from the dock or someone’s boat. The Saturday night party was still hours away. It was time to chill out, make the Margaritas, ice the beer, and spend a few hours fishing if the weather permits. The “B” dockers are a unique club. There are no dues, no membership applications, and no meetings. To join, you have to have a boat at Norview, or have a friend who has a boat at Norview and be someone who enjoys a good party, good friends, and fellowship. You have to be willing to come to “B” dock in all kinds of weather all year long. You have to enjoy being on your boat on a boiling hot summer day with the air conditioner humming or a cold winter day when the boat heater is cooking. For most “B” dockers, their boats and their uniquely decorated boat docks are a home away from home. The Roses live in Glen Allen, VA, but consider their boat at Norview their week-

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end retreat. Weekdays, Herb works as a master mechanic. The Roses have been “B” dockers for the last 10 years. I asked Herb if it got cold there on the dock in winters. He told me that his boat has a wonderful heating system and he just loves to come down to the boat on a cold winter Saturday, put on the widescreen TV, crank up the heater, put out the beer and munchies, and watch football. I asked Herb what it was that drew him to “B” dock in winter and summer. He said, “Getting out of Richmond and just totally relaxing. Here, I don’t really have a care in the world. We have a lot of friends here, and we love being with them. We get to do a lot of fishing. Mainly, it is our summer home and our winter retreat.” Herb said he likes to fish for all kinds of fish, but his favorite is spot. Howard Brindle, his son Greg, and grandson Allen Swase joined the dock party after returning from a short fishing trip on Howard’s 38-foot Rampage, the Piedmont Prince. Howard owns Piedmont

Metal Fabricators and is an avid fisherman. His grandson Allen recently won a catfish tournament with a cash prize of $637 along with a trophy and nail gun. Bill and Ruth Gary have been at Norview for 20 years. The Garys have a 37-foot Silverton named Southern Comfort. Their slip is decorated with colored lights, nautical decorations, and comfortable chairs. The slip decorations are as varied as are the personalities of the folks who are a part of the “B” dockers. Some slips are decorated with carpets and easy chairs, while others have folding canvas boat chairs. The wall decorations range from lattice to wood paneling. Fish nets abound, as do college flags and funny signs. For most “B” dockers, the slip is an extension of their boats; it’s a place where they can meet friends without a formal invitation yet retreat to the privacy of their boat when they so desire. The “B” dockers live a unique lifestyle which may not be appealing to everyone. “B” docker Michelle Timmins from

High and Dry? And Dreaming of Spring?

Richmond told me: “We love it down here. We love all the friends. We don’t miss a weekend. I come down on Friday nights, and my husband comes down on Saturday evenings when he is working on Saturday as a Ford Service Advisor. We have a summer home in Deltaville, but we mainly stay on the boat, unless it gets too cold.” Herb’s son John said he likes coming down to stay on the boat weekends because he loves fishing. John said his biggest “fish” this year was a 50-pound stingray. Whatever the attraction, fishing, partying, relaxing, or just plain old dock yachting: weekends at Norview Marina’s “B” dock are a unique nautical home away from home for lots of folks. About the Author: Captain Bob Cerullo is a nationally known writer and radio/TV broadcaster. He holds a 100-ton masters license and has been boating all his life.

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Head

One sure-fire way to be recognized as a landlubber is to inquire of a shipmate where to find the toilet. On a boat or ship, the toilet is called the head. A term that dates back to Roman galleys and possibly even beyond that. The Romans liked to ram their opponents with ornate bronze ramming devices attached to the bow of their boats. The rams stuck out like a bird’s beak and eventually, as sailing ships developed, were called “beakheads.” The beakhead or bowsprit of a sailing vessel is a pole extending forward from the vessel’s prow. It provides an anchor point for the forestay(s), allowing the foremast to be stepped farther forward on the hull. It also provides a very convenient place for one to attend to nature. The fact that waves frequently flush the area made the bowsprit the ideal place to be the head. The big risk for users was that they would be flushed into the sea.

Above Board

In the nautical world, people are considered above board when they are honest and forthright in their dealings. The term’s origins date back to the days when pirates Captain Kidd and Blackbeard menaced ships on the high seas. One of the ways they deceived the innocent merchantmen was to have the pirate crew hide down below the bulwark or side of the ship’s upper deck. When the crew was clearly visible above the boards, it was pretty good assurance there were no unsavory characters waiting to spring out and menace the merchantmen and the passengers. You could trust someone who is above board.

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p i r T t s r Fi

by Charlie Iliff

he words “cruise” and “voyage” don’t quite work. A cruise usually involves nights aboard, or at least a few meals. A voyage implies considerable distance—usually out of sight of land. A three and a half hour uneventful run from Baltimore to Luce Creek on the Severn probably isn’t either one. No nights or meals on the trip; no

tion was vast as well. Even if it weren’t the first trip on the boat, we’d have been gratified to complete 30 miles on the Bay in cold and breezy conditions. When it ended without incident, we considered it a grand and significant success. We picked Saturday January 9, because settlement on the boat was the 6th. We wanted to get her moved before serious

Indian Summer at one of her Severn River homes

new areas explored; no significant distance. But, it was our first trip on our new-old 1982 DeFever 44, and the excitement level was pretty high. When done, the satisfac38 March 2010 PropTalk

ice made it impossible. In that regard, our timing was impeccable. Luce Creek iced over the night of the 9th, and the whole Severn the following night. At this writing

a couple of weeks later, everything is open again, but who knew? During the week before our trip, 15 items listed on the survey as “Essential Repairs” had to be dealt with. The insurance binder required a certificate of completion before navigation. Fortunately, none of the needed repairs was serious, although a couple took a bit more time than we expected. Some will become routine maintenance, such as changing the six main engine and three generator fuel filters, replacing smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, and checking and updating flares and extinguishers. There were some through-hull fittings that weren’t used, which required plugs in case the valves were bumped, and some wires loose from the windlass switches, which needed to be secured until the switches are replaced. One easy modification introduced us to a bit of controversy in the industry. Our boat has an anti-siphon loop on each main engine, which is vented at the top of the loop by a tube down to the muffler. Our surveyors wanted bleed valves at the tops of the loops. After some research on the web and in Nigel Calder’s tome, Boatowner’s Mechanical and Electrical Manual, we found proponents of the vent to exhaust gases, adherents to the valves recommended by the surveyors, and Calder’s preference: an open line to the cockpit or other high outside area. We compromised. Our proptalk.com

boat now has both the vent to the muffler and the bleed valves. We’re confident that water won’t be siphoning into the engines. During the week before our trip, we commuted to the boat in Baltimore and watched the ice form and recede on the Severn. We scratched off the initial plan to take the boat to Oxford to have Campbell’s do her bottom. Their basin had even more ice than we were seeing on the Severn. We optimistically engaged the services of Capt. Bo Weaver to meet us Saturday morning at the boat. Ultimately, six of us joined Capt. Bo. Everyone had significant experience on a lot of different powerboats and sailboats, but not a lot on powerboats of this size and complexity. Bob and Linda Burnett, Roger MacWilliams, Glenn “Herky” Warner, my brother Nick Iliff, and I had all raced sailboats together on Alaris, Merope, and Muskrat. With the exception of a few AYC frostbite seasons in a Rainbow when we were young and foolish, we shared a well-developed aversion to cold-weather boating. This trip, however, made us wonder about previous limits on the boating season. The weather was clear as we boarded the boat. The temperature was 25, and the wind was 15-25 knots out of the northwest. To our delight, the reversecycle system kept the salon at shirt-sleeve temperature for the whole trip. The motion was gentle: no one spilled coffee or the celebratory Bud longnecks, which were distributed as we went under the Bay Bridge. The boat went where we pointed her and didn’t work us hard even with waves on the quarter. Nick Iliff, skipper when we race sailboats, brought along a couple of GPS receivers, a laptop with a Bluetooth adapter, and a couple of navigation programs. He seated himself on the settee, placed the computer on the table, tossed a little GPS receiver under the windshield, and navigated in style. Although visibility outside was unlimited and the area familiar, it was entertaining to watch moving map displays in fairly windy weather without worrying about drenching the equipment—a novel experience for people used to the decks of racing sailboats. We compared programs and found the Tiki Navigator to be our favorite. There are a couple of laptops banging around that will become our boat’s new electronic aids. Overall, the trip from Baltimore to the Severn was uneventful: a desired objecChesapeake Bay Powerboating

tive. We’d been concerned that wave action might stir up some bad stuff from the bottom of the tanks and plug the new filters. The fuel is old, and ur 1982 DeFever 44 is now named we plan tank cleaning and fuel polishing before we head Indian Summer. Heffalump Not was the out again. On arrival at the subtitle of our article last month about Burnetts’ dock in Luce Creek, finding and buying our DeFever 44. We had a however, we did have a couple lot of hilarious discussion about what to name of problems to solve. First, the her, with little agreement. Heffalump didn’t boat’s 14-foot, nine-inch beam doesn’t include the rub rails. get many votes. So, we proved conclusively that Almost 40 years ago, my father, Dr. Charles she won’t fit into a 15-footIliff, sold his racing/cruising boat, Alaris, to my wide slip. Fortunately, after brother Nick and bought a Whitby 42 cruising a lot of discussion and head scratching, Capt. Bo was able boat which he named Indian Summer. At the to shoehorn her into a 16-foottime, I really didn’t appreciate how appropriwide space next to the dock. ate that name was and is for a retirement Clearance was tight all boat—a boat which is itself that last pleasant around, but he made the 90-degree turn into the space cruising weather in the late autumn. Now I unlook easy. A couple of pilings derstand, and now our boat is Indian Summer. will have to be moved to make her a permanent slip. Then, after Capt. Bo was safely on the way back to Baltimore by car, the accumulated ignorance of a bunch of sailboat people was demonstrated regarding shore power hookups. The most any of us had ever fooled with was a 30-amp 120V circuit. This boat has only a cable for 50-amp 240/120V service. That wasn’t available on the dock. An array of adapters and Y cables was discovered under a seat in the salon. Several false starts and blown breakers later, half of the boat’s systems were powered, and a couple of hardware store extension cords run in for heaters. (After consultation with Calder’s third edition, we have since wired the dock with a full 50-amp 240/120V service outlet.) So the boat is now at one of her Severn River homes, and work has begun on the surveyors’ list of recommended but not essential items. And, new lists are being made up of mechanical maintenance chores and appearance and comfort upgrades. High on the list is replacement of port lights. There are 12 of them—glued in with impervium—also known as 3M 5200. It may be worth it just to cut all the way around them and install much bigger ones. Like every other boat, Indian Summer is a work in progress. The first trip, however, was a grand success.

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Old Boat Disease

Nearly Terminal by Charlie Iliff

Stage IV

Spit and polish go a long way on Moonshine’s Motorbox, cockpit sole, and rear seating accommodations.

ver the last few months, we described the first three stages of Jerry West’s Old Boat Bug. First, during Stage 1: The Dream, he sold his Lord Nelson Tug and started thinking about an antique wood boat. He had a boathouse, complete with a 10,000-pound lift, and recurrent hallucinations. He envisioned a varnished transom, visible through the boathouse door. He saw himself and his wife, Gillian, on a stately summer evening tour of the Severn, with the proper vintage at hand to match the occasion. Sometimes, he pictured an afternoon with his grandchildren towing a toy boat out behind. Jerry read, searched the web, and hit the brokerage tents at the U.S. Powerboat Show. He looked at plywood, carvel, and clinker boats—open, decked, and cuddy cabin. He found some he liked in a coffeetable hardback history of Chris-Crafts in wood. He heard from a couple of the Jones/Bullen clan about a restoration expert named David Herbig. As luck would have it, Dave not only knew of a formerly beautiful 1955 26-foot Chris, but also had space in his shop and schedule where he could stage the project along with a couple of others already in progress.

And so Stage 2 of the Disease: The Purchase. Moonshine, having languished in a pasture for nearly a decade, wasn’t so beautiful. The purchase price was $200, complete with a Chevy V-8, which Dave had installed years before, but which had never been run in the water. Although the new engine was in, the owner/dreamer hadn’t finished the job, and Moonshine spent years as a curiosity for livestock. During Stage 3: The Beginning of Reconstruction, Jerry’s symptoms didn’t get a bit better. Hallucinations about summer evening trips on the Severn in classic elegance were even reinforced as Dave removed the cabin, all of the interior, and the bottom planking. Progress was evident. But the disassembly led Jerry to the realization that a proper restoration is really more extensive and complex than building a new boat from scratch. Patience is not a symptom of old boat bug, but impatience only makes the time go by more slowly. It doesn’t speed the process. Dave made clear at the outset that he wasn’t going to hurry the restoration. He estimated a couple of years to rebuild and deliver a 1955 Chris-Craft that would float, run, and live on a lift. He invited Jerry to stop in to observe progress when

Photos by David Herbig

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he wished. And so Jerry has been by the shop periodically, made choices Nice new bottom builtwhen and painted asked, tried to stay out of Dave’s way, and marveled at the level of craftsmanship that Dave has applied to each detail of the restoration. After the new bottom was on and painted, Dave turned the hull upright and put the engine back in. With essential plumbing and wiring, it started and ran smoothly. Now progress was really evident, as Dave turned to the interior. The cabin top still languished outside under tarps, which made the interior more accessible. Gradually, the interior started once again to look like space for people. Motorbox, helm station, companionway, and interior trim began coming together. New fair wood replaced the rotten and gnarled original. New paint and varnish here and there were evident in each of Jerry’s visits. But there was still a way to go. Symptomatically of Stage 4: Nearly Terminal, Jerry’s dreams increased in frequency, visions of the time next summer, or maybe early fall or the following spring, when Moonshine, or christened with name as yet unknown, will be the new princess of Chase Creek. Stay tuned with PropTalk for more reports of the patient’s condition. proptalk.com

The Prodigal Daughter Returns: The Restoration of Nymph by Laura Kish

“O

nce this thing’s in your blood, it’s bad.” Captain Samuel

Wright isn’t talking about booze or swine flu; instead, he’s referring to the wooden boat obsession that so many Chesapeake Bay enthusiasts nurture day in and day out. Captain Wright took it to the next level, though, when he fell under the proverbial spell of the Nymph, a Matthews 1913 75foot Double Ender motor yacht, which he is lovingly restoring. “It all started with this—the 1994 issue of Chesapeake Bay Magazine. It’s what got me in trouble,” Wright says, as he brandishes a copy of the periodical. Although the bug didn’t bite until he was semi-retired (Wright owned a mechanical contracting company), boat restoration was always in the Captain’s DNA. Both his grandfather and father were shipwrights and actually took their name from the profession. A mention of the St. Michaels Antique and Classic Boat Show in the magazine piqued the captain’s interest, and the rest is history. He returned home from the show on a Sunday evening and put his plastic boat up for sale on Monday morning. Shortly after falling in love in St. Michaels, Wright set his sights on Frolic, a 1939 rotted out 44-foot Elco Cruisette from Cambridge, MD, which took two years to restore. In 1998, captain Wright restored Hiawatha, a 1937 53-foot Elco Commuter, also from Cambridge. His partners in crime are Bill Keeling of Eclipse, VA and Martin Carter. Keeling has “a true passion for saving boats for others to enjoy,” says Wright of the cabinet and furniture maker. Carter, now in his 80s, is “a master of restoration,” who has completed projects for William & Mary. The threesome’s cohesion earned them best in show titles for both Frolic and Hiawatha year after year in St. Michaels. Once hooked on restoration, Wright kept an eye out for other would-be projects, and one particular vessel demanded his attention in Cocoa, FL. “My wife Phyllis and I were cruising Florida in a fiberglass trawler, when I noticed the ugliest boat I’d ever seen on the Indian River,” says Wright of his inauspicious introduction to Nymph. But the boat had a Photo by Laura Kish

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The 75-foot Nymph in July 1913. Note the large bridge deck, after deck, and decks on either side of the houses.

magnificent hull, and when the captain happened upon her again one month later, he took it as a sign. While researching the Nymph, he found that she had changed hands more than a few times; owners included the Port Authority of Baltimore and the Baltimore Boat Basin, which eventually sold her “to a guy named Davis for $1,” laughs Wright. More research revealed that Davis, who owned a biker bar, made a habit of taking Nymph to Cuba as a party boat. And once, during a “Keels and Wheels” rendezvous in Largo, FL, Davis was fined $1 for the statue of a naked nymph, which so elegantly graced the yacht’s bow. “If walls could talk,” chuckles Wright.

Nymph was purchased again and continued to operate as a party barge, frequenting the Bahamas. After several other adventures, she found her way to the pier on the Indian River, where Wright found her. Although it was clear that both her reputation and her brass fittings were tarnished by less-than-ladylike exploits, captain Wright saw the diamond underneath and got to work. With Wright’s expertise and the financial backing of “a world-class yachtsman,” as Wright describes the anonymous benefactor, restoration work began April 1, 2008 on the waterfront in Portsmouth, VA. Currently wrapped in a cocoon of scaffold and tarp, Nymph’s transformation is halfway complete. “Once the keel is done,” says Wright, “the hard part is over.” Tools and equipment litter her decks, and bow to stern exhibits a sort of organized chaos. But it’s clear that a greater plan is in motion. Small measurements and notes on nearly every plank hint at changes to come, and photographs of pristine cabinetry and staterooms, tacked onto the wall in the captain’s office, serve as inspiration getting her back into shape.

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Any successful project requires blueprints, and the restoration of the Nymph is no exception. “Without the Mariners’ Museum library, this wouldn’t have happened,” says Wright, who has relied on comprehensive original construction documents and photos from the library in Newport News, VA. “It’s an historic vessel, not antique. It was built when Titanic sank and without electricity. They (the builders) were so talented that they learned and demonstrated their artistic capability with those conditions,” he says, still in awe of the craftsmanship evident in every corner of the boat. Just over one year into her restoration, captain Wright hopes to have Nymph in the water by this winter. “Once it’s complete,” says Wright, “it will be a floating museum. I don’t know anywhere that you’ll be able to step back this far into history and see something like this.” Do go see her, but just be careful— restoration fever might get the better of you. To learn more about Nymph and her progress, visit nymphyacht.com.

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Dave Bushey:

Commercial Diver Dave Bushey is about to find out that a sunken sailboat was no accident. Photos by Bob Cerullo

magine you are 20 feet down in water so murky you can’t see anything but shadows, when suddenly something much bigger than you starts bumping and pushing at your body. Picture yourself searching the sunken hull of a 250-foot vessel when you open a hatch, and the rush of water nearly snaps your body in half. What might be a once-in-a-lifetime close call for most divers is almost routine for David Bushey. As a boy growing up in Sheboygan and then Green Bay, WI, Bushey was attracted to diving by the exploits of his boyhood hero, the world-famous diver and host of the TV series The Undersea World of Jacques Cousteau. After school, Bushey joined the U.S. Marine Corps and was assigned to the White House guard during the Carter and Reagan administrations. After a stint at the Pentagon working for the Joint Chiefs of Staff, he left the Marine Corps and joined the U.S. Marshals Service. Eventually, he joined the Richmond, VA Police Department and then moved to the Middlesex County Sheriffs Department where he became Chief Deputy.

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Bushey has always been diving. In 1992, he joined a diving buddy and created a diving company; Bushey is vice president of Commonwealth Pro Dive located in Deltaville, VA. Ms. Eleftheria “Liberty” M. Bushey is president. In the beginning, the work was fairly routine. One frequent job was blocking large vessels underwater on marine railways before they were brought up to the surface. Bushey says the diving industry has changed dramatically in the last 15 years. He adds: “It is no longer just a diving business. To survive in the diving business, you have to diversify into robotics (ROV), side scan sonar, and underwater video. With this equipment, we started to do some research work for William and Mary’s Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS). We work with scientists who can do basic diving. When you go into some of the concrete structures that are huge reefs, there are risks of concrete falling. Scientists are not permitted to go in those dangerous reefs, so commercial divers are hired. We have been able to excel in that type of work because of my background in forensic evidence collection through my work in law enforcement. Evidence collection is similar to sample collection.”

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Bushey is into state-of-the-art salvage equipment and works very closely with scientists and underwater equipment manufacturers to develop new and more efficient equipment. His equipment warehouse looks as if it could belong to Jules Vernon. A great deal of Bushey’s work involves efforts by various agencies to improve the water quality of the Chesapeake Bay. He estimates that he has inspected every type of device intended to nourish and protect oysters, from bags of shells to massive concrete modules anywhere in the Bay. Bushey does a great deal of underwater sample collection and video taping of underwater structures and sea bottom conditions. He worked with VIMS scientist Dr. Romuald Lipcious to design a fish habitat for recreational fishing. Bushey and Lipcious created a stackable reef that has done extremely well in creating an environment that fosters fish growth. Bushey worked with VIMS to study three types of oyster reefs in nine protected sanctuaries throughout the Great Wicomico River, Rappahannock River, and Lynhaven Bay in Virginia. Bushey frequently works with the Army Corp of Engineers and other government agencies. More recently, Bushey is doing a proptalk.com

lot of robotic work. He uses robotics that the historic vessel, which was eventually ing slings. I have had boats shift and trap can crawl, swim, photograph, and acturestored and is now in LaRochelle, France. me; they have had to send down another ally reach out with a robotic arm to take He sailed from Deltaville to Bermuda as a diver to jet blow the mud away and rescue samples. With the new sonar equipment crew member aboard the Ring Andersen on me.” Bushey once broke his neck when he he uses, Bushey can track fish as they swim the first leg of her voyage to France. hit a submerged log. across the Bay. He might also be called Bushey is often called upon to consult There is a touch of the romantic in upon to track the source of a polluting with salvage and dive companies who have Bushey. When the 42-foot Skipjack Claud discharge not visible from the surface. been frustrated in their attempts to refloat W. Somers sank on route to the Reedville Bushey is frequently called upon by a vessel. He credits his recovery skills to Maritime Museum, he volunteered to raise major yacht insurance it. He told me he called the president of Bushey checks out the companies to do underthe museum, and said: “The Chesapeake wreck of a sailboat. water inspections and Bay is our life. I will do it for cost, because recoveries of yachts sunk I want my children to see these vessels. under suspicious circumAfter I am gone, I want their children to stances. Here again his see what life was like here on the Bay.” It background in forensics was a tricky job, because he had to unstep makes him uniquely the mast on the Claud W. Somers upside qualified to determine down and unif a sunken yacht was derwater before intentionally scuttled to he could get it claim insurance money. to float upright. Bushey described a reThe mast had cent underwater inspecrecently been tion he did of a yacht replaced and that had burned and was causing sunk. The owner told the the boat to be insurance company the unbalanced. boat broke into pieces and sank Bushey keeps after a fire in the bilge. When mementos of Bushey entered the cabin of the some of his sunken yacht, he quickly deterfavorite jobs mined that three separate fires in his office. had been set, a definite indication Among many of arson. In addition, he found artifacts, there Bushey recovers a Piper Cub airplane. Photo courtesy of Eric the owner had lied, and the yacht are prints of the Deagle, Cloud 9 Aerial Photography/cloud-9online.com had not broken into three pieces. Claud W. SomBushey was awarded the job of bringing one of his mentors, an 80-year senior ers, a 72-foot Buyboat he raised called the the yacht to the surface. salvager whom Bushey says has taught him Mobjack, and the helm from the ill-fated, He might be called for any job that rarely used tricks in recovery unknown to 60-foot Seven Brothers, which ran aground involves the water. A few years ago, he remost salvage pros. and broke up off Stingray Point. covered a light plane that had ditched into Bushey is known as a commercial diver, I asked Bushey why he continues to the Rappahannock. He works closely with but he’s more than that. He is a diver’s do what is recognized as highly dangerlocal law enforcement in the undercover diver. His skills and ingenuity have gained ous work. He said he likes the work. But recovery of evidence and drowning victims. him the respect and admiration of memit is pretty obvious hearing him describe Recently, some teenagers looted some bers of law enforcement, government agen- what he does, the equipment he uses, and stores and dumped the empty cash registers cies, and the marine scientific community. the jobs he has done that Bushey loves his and one of the cars into the water. Bushey He once aspired to be a marine biologist; work. He told me “My biggest thrill in found the underwater resting place of evihe is now very much a part of saving the the salvage business is when a larger vessel dence and recovered it for use in court. marine environment. I am recovering breaks the surface of the Bushey has salvaged boats ranging from Bushey considers the risks of underwawater and stays afloat. It gives me a high a 16-foot Jon boat to a 700-ton vessel. He ter recovery a part of the job and maybe that you would not believe.” If something has travelled up and down the East Coast a part of the lure of diving. He told me is underwater in the Chesapeake Bay, and into the Midwest recovering vessels of he doesn’t mind working in murky water, chances are Bushey will be diving on it. For every description. He has raised more than because “If something is going to get me, I more information, visit comprodive.com. 300 vessels since 1992. One of his more am not going to see it coming. When I am famous local recoveries was the 200-ton in murky water, I can calm myself down About the Author: Captain Bob Cesailing vessel Ring Andersen, which sank and maintain my composure. I have been rullo is a writer and radio and television at the Chesapeake Marine Railway dock trapped under boats. Some boats you have broadcaster. He holds a 100-ton Masters in Deltaville. Bushey was able to bring up to tunnel under by hand to put on the liftlicense and has been boating all his life. Chesapeake Bay Powerboating

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was standing beside the helmsman as our 125-foot, twin-engine, water-jetdrive patrol boat cruised up the Patapsco River at a comfortable 20 knots. We were trying to pick the Fort McHenry range lights out of the background clutter so that we could make the turn into Baltimore’s Inner Harbor. Suddenly, a young man on a jet ski appeared, crossing right in front of us, much too close! The startled helmsman turned hard right to avoid him. The deck under my feet rocked and pitched violently, and the horizon ahead spun and gyrated as the steersman fought to get the boat under control again… The calm voice of our guide, Captain Larry, broke the spell as he said, “It’s easy to over-control with water jet drives. Make smaller helm movements until you have her going straight again.” Then he told the simulator operator to start the program again. We were far from the waters of Baltimore Harbor in one of 10 simulators at the Maritime Institute of Training and Graduate Studies (MITAGS) in Linthicum, MD. We were attending the Cruiser’s Winter Workshop presented by the Annapolis School of Seamanship and MITAGS over the weekend of January 23. Most of the 30 attendees were experienced boaters planning extended long-term cruises. Participants came from as far away as Maine and Florida. The group was split about evenly between sailors and powerboaters, and the experience level was fairly high. When one of the speakers asked for a show of hands of anyone who had never been seasick, not a single hand went up. When the group convened on Saturday morning, we were welcomed to MITAGS by executive director Glen Paine. He outlined the history of and services offered by his facility. MITAGS trains military and commercial mariners from all over the world and is the largest and most comprehensive facility of its type in the western hemisphere. Paine promised tours of the simulators to help the recreational boaters appreciate how difficult it is for large ships

to see and react to small boats. Each of the four speakers then outlined their subject area and set the stage for their more detailed breakout sessions after simulator tours and lunch. A common theme which ran through all the informational programs was the cruiser’s need for self-sufficiency. Steve D’Antonio reviewed the major mechanical and electrical systems on modern boats. Not only did he stress the importance of having spare parts and tools on board, but he described simple maintenance and repair operations that cruisers needed to

trip from Maine to the Bahamas, expanding on the vastly different weather, hazards, requirements, and joys of coastal, bay, inshore, waterway, and open-water cruising encountered in that one trip. “Your first offshore trip should be at least five days. You’ll be seasick the first two days and won’t feel you’ve cheated death until the third or fourth day. Then, you start to enjoy it,” he said, which was greeted with applause. Lee Chesneau’s presentation on Weather Map Interpretation and Symbology continued the theme of self-reliance. Chesneau’s long career as a meteorologist brought common sense to the oft misunderstood art of high seas weather forecasting. In his terms, “A picture is worth a thousand words. A weather fax map can give you much more and more accurate From the pilot house of the information than any text “Tug Simulator” at MITAGS, forecast or computer generthe view is down the Patated summary.” Chesneau apsco, with a Princess line then provided the necessary cruise ship passing under the Key Bridge. information to interpret a Photo by Rick Franke weather map and generate your own local forecast. Capt. Martino, president of the Annapolis School of Seamanship, rounded out the program with an informative presentation entitled Navigation and Collision Avoidance about modern navigational equipment and techniques. The day ended with a cocktail hour and dinner. by Capt. Rick Franke Attendees far from home master. “You do not want to be learning spent the night at MITAGS’s 232-gueshow to bleed your diesel engine for the first troom facility with amenities rivaling any time while the wind is blowing you onto local hotel. Sunday morning, the program a lee shore and your anchor is dragging.” concluded with a panel discussion and This observation caused a few chuckles. question and answer period. “Try simple but important operations such Martino summed up the two-day event as bleeding and changing oil, filters, and as “…a very successful first effort. Feedback belts for the first time at home, tied to the from participants was good, and the facility dock and close to expert help in case you is fabulous. We will be back next year.” need it,” he concluded. annapolisschoolofseamanship.com Ralph Naranjo, formerly supervisor of the Naval Academy’s sail training program About the Author: Now that he’s retired and currently technical editor of Practifrom 27 years as general manager of Annapocal Sailor, dealt with passage planning. lis Sailing and Powerboat Schools, Captain Rick Franke writes boating articles, acts as Naranjo started by giving some practical DJ for the WNAV “Boat Show,” skippers tips on how to assess the suitability of a the Schooner Woodwind in Annapolis, and boat for the planned voyage. He walked enjoys being a new grandparent the group through a hypothetical cruising

A Winter Tale and Weekend for Cruisers

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Gliding Gander: A Change in Plans by Lea Brooks and Garon Stutzman

Editor’s Note: Lea and Garon have overhauled Gliding Gander, a Lippincott 46, for some serious southern cruising in 2010. Enjoy the third installment of their story. reezing unprecedented temperatures, high winds, and record-breaking snowfall were expected December 21. That was the day before we were supposed to put our 30-year-old, 46-foot workboat, Gliding Gander, into the water. Well, that was the fifth change of the launching date. Originally it was October 15. So anyone who has read our last two articles in PropTalk knows that the retrofit of our boat has taken much longer then we thought it would. However, we have gotten the Gander closer to the water. She has been moved from Hitchingham Farm, the home of AVFM, Anthony Van de Wal Fiberglass Manufacturing, to the Swan Creek Marina in Rock Hall, MD. We can now stand on her newly fitted fly bridge and overlook frozen Swan Creek. Tuesday, January 26 was our new day to depart. Since we were three months behind schedule, we have decided not to do the extensive sea trial we had first proposed. This may sound foolish; but alas we have another plan. Scot Hyland of Hyland Marine Services has volunteered to come along with us on our first few days. Scot has been working on Gliding Gander on one project or another since Garon, my husband, bought her in 1995. Since then, the 3208 Caterpillar diesels have not been run for two years, and we have installed every new navigational device known to man. Scot

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will give us concentrated lessons and help Garon with all the bugs. Our itinerary has changed along with our departure dates. At our Bon Voyage Party November 7, we had a stellar plan that took us 80000 miles in eight months—all the way to Venezuela. Now hearing of the increase in piracy from To-

We have learned about the culture of Rock Hall, a remarkable waterman’s community. We have met many colorful, savvy professionals and workers who excel in their trades. We now liken Gliding Gander’s retrofit to remodeling a house. It seems to involve twice the money and three times the time originally estimated. Lea Brooks and Garon Stutzman arrive at Swan Creek Marina.

Gliding Gander’s proposed route.

bago southward, we have been rethinking. Hurricane season and our insurance man had governed our original travel from November to July. He said we could not leave the Chesapeake Bay before November 15, and we had to be north of Cape Hatteras by June 30. Since that eight-month window has disappeared, we are thinking of ducking into an almost hurricane-free spot like Bonaire and coming home later than our insurance man and weather will allow. We are trying to look at our threemonth retrofitting process as an adventure. It certainly has been a learning experience.

We look back at the boats we almost bought. Are we glad we decided to retrofit? You betcha! Well… we still have an old workboat; but essentially, she is all new except the hull. She is efficient, functional, and seaworthy and has lots of character. In the long run, we have ourselves a proud lady of the sea who is ready to take on the Caribbean and perhaps Europe! About the Authors: Lea Brooks and Garon Stutzman are lifelong boaters who live on the Chester River. Garon is an entrepreneur, engineer, and businessman. Lea is an ardent adventurer, retired social worker, and grandmother of five. For the nitty gritty details of Gliding Gander’s extensive, expensive remodeling project, visit glidinggandergetaway.blogspot.com.

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Keeping Winter T by Tom Hale

his is the first year Cristina and I have lived aboard our trawler Tadhana, a Mariner Seville 37. Boats are built to be used in the summertime. The cabin is usually open to the breezes; builders do not pay much attention to sealing the cabin. In the summer, the AC is trying to lower the temperature 10 or 15 degrees. This morning, the heaters are keeping the boat 50 degrees above the 19 degrees outdoors. The challenges of heating a boat are far greater than cooling it. By mid-October, there was heavy condensation on the windows; we have lots of windows. I bought a thermometer with

a hydrometer for $10. On rainy days, the relative humidity (RH) was more than 80 percent, and the windows would fog. Our first step was to cover the windows with a clear window film. This project took an entire weekend; as I said, we have lots of windows. An additional benefit is that the sliding windows, which are very drafty, are now sealed. The results were amazing; the cabin is warmer, and the windows do not fog. In late October, we had a long rainy stretch, and we found condensation in some of the lockers. Once again, we noticed the RH was approaching 80 percent despite our heaters. Solution, we bought a dehumidifier designed for a small house. We also bought a small Pelletier effect 48 March 2010 PropTalk

dehumidifier for the forward cabin where we sleep. (The jury is still out on that little dehumidifier; it doesn’t seem to do a whole lot.) I used several layers of one-quarterinch polyethylene packing foam to insulate the hull sides where it makes contact with our mattress. This seems to have stopped the sweating at the head of the bunk. In November, we found signs of mildew on the lining of the lockers. We have

opened the lockers, and they will stay open until spring. Now we are moving warm air around, and the lockers are dry again. In mid-November, the RH again started to climb. We soon found cold air blowing on our feet from under the settee. I crawled into the locker and found a two-foot by four-inch opening under the gunwale which is ventilated by an eight-by-eight vent in the cockpit. No wonder we were having so much trouble with humidity, particularly in cold rainy weather! We had a direct opening to the raw wet November air. I made dams of packing foam, and then sprayed sealant foam to close them off. I began in earnest to look for other opportunities for cold humid

air to enter our boat. Every place where a hose penetrates a bulkhead, there were gaps and cold air blowing through them. I bought several sticks of plumber’s putty and applied it liberally around every hose, wire, or other device that passed through

any bulkhead or partition. (An infra-red pyrometer is a handy tool for finding heat loss). We have 12 lockers with floor hatches and a one-inch finger pull, and air was moving in through the openings. Off to the store to get some shrink wrap tape. I covered all the finger pulls, and while I was at it, I taped all the joints around the lids. Door windows were not “filmed,” as they do not have an aluminum frame. We did not want to put the tape on the varnish. They had become a source of heavy condensation. Our solution was polyethylene packing foam. There are sun screens on the windows. Cristina cut pieces of foam to fit up against the glass held in place by the screen. Condensation solved. In December, we moved from the Chesapeake Boat Basin to Mobjack Bay. It was a sunny Sunday. We had the Bay to ourselves, except for a hundred boats chasing the elusive rockfish. Crossing Fleets Bay, we were rocked by a passing boat. Lo and behold, a steady stream of water flowed from our pilothouse overhead. With Tadhana secured in a slip, I removed a panel from the overhead. The underside of proptalk.com

& Water at Bay the cabin top was covered in condensation. Apparently, the honeycomb core material is not as good insulation as foam core. Yet another project for another weekend. On boats, that’s always true. How was I going to insulate the cabin overhead? The insulation has to be firmly attached to the cabin top, with no place for warm air to get behind it and condense; surely 5200 would glue anything. The thought of working with 5200 over my head in a finished, varnished pilothouse did not strike me as a winner from Cristina’s vantage point. In “filming” the windows, I had used some double-sided tape. So I got on Google and looked for other tape. I found a product called Rhino tape, and it was available at Lowes. I put a piece of the Rhino tape between two pieces of the foam. When I pulled the pieces apart, it shredded the foam. The solution I was looking for. Saturday morning was cold, grey, and humid; very much an incentive to buckle

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down. I pulled down the overhead panels; it was completely wet up there. I dried the surface and made my first piece of insulation to match the overhead panel. Next, Rhino tape all the way around the edges with no gaps where moist air would get in. Then, I carefully aligned the insulation and stuck it in place. Emboldened by my early success, I put up the next panel and then fitted the foam around various structures and fittings. It went well enough that I decided to go for a second layer to give us a bit of insulation. As I finished up, it was starting to snow outside. The engine room is as cold as the outside ambient because of the large ventilators for the engine. Now that we are secured in a slip for the winter, I covered the ventilators. The cabin floor is almost 10 degrees warmer than it had been, so we don’t worry about anything freezing. This morning it is 19 outside, 44 in the engine room, 56 on the cabin floor, and 69 in the saloon.

We’ve now had two snow storms and many nights with the temperature in the 20s, but we are warm and dry. For experienced liveaboards, this is all probably self-evident, but for us it has been an interesting learning experience. The most important step in winter comfort on your boat is to seal all openings. After that, insulate where you can, ventilate any cold bulkheads and lockers to reduce condensation, heat the boat as best you can, and run a dehumidifier set at 50 percent RH. Stay warm… and dry. About the Author: Tom Hale has designed and built about 70 boats and has worked in/managed three boat yards. He was a frequent contributor to SpinSheet in the early days. He now resides with Cristina and Consuelo, the sea beagle, on a lovely trawler and cruises the Southern Bay.

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Cruising Club Notes Digging Out

t press time, the Bay was set to get dumped on yet again, with more than a foot of snow. That’s a lot of frozen water. The mind immediately turns to firewood, TP, and milk, exactly what the TV newscasters want us to do. You wonder how long it will take for cabin fever to grab hold of the kids this time. Too bad it’s illegal to give them a rum ration; that would fix a lot of things. To help you make it through the last vestiges of winter, our Bay cruising clubs are all at it again this March. Mixed in with all the meetings, seminars, and socials are some surprisingly wonderful stories of life along the Chesapeake. Stir up some hot chocolate and sit a spell. Read on. —Ruth Christie/ruth@proptalk.com

But, of Course…

hesapeake Area Professional Captains Association members will meet at the Annapolis Elks Lodge (#622) in Edgewater, MD March 22 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for “A Captain’s Briefing: Transiting the ICW.” The course will cover navigating the ICW or alternate routes to and from Florida and will include discussions of ship-to-ship signaling and communications, bridges and places to stay, options for going outside, and weather websites. For more information and fees, visit capca.net. —by Karen Holcomb

Stripers and Fleas?

n February 8, members of the Pasadena Sportfishing Group flocked to the Earleigh Heights Fire Hall in Severna Park, MD to hear Jerry Sauter discuss “Fishing for Freshwater Bass: Large Mouth and Stripers.” Starting with this meeting, there will be three door prize drawings for $30 gift certificates to the Arundel Seafood Restaurant. These meetings are free and open to the public. The group always welcomes donations of new and used fishing and boating items to support its Kids’ Fishing Derbies each year. And, everyone enjoyed the Fishing Flea Market and Show February 13-14 (pasadenasportfishing.com). —by Paul Coakley

It’s Always Something…

n addition to offering America’s Boating Course in different locations, the Northern Virginia Sail and Power Squadron gives members advanced training on cruise planning, engine maintenance, marine electronics, navigation, piloting, seamanship, and weather, among other topics (nvsps.org). —by Frank Shults

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Cruising Paradise

n March 13, the Windjammers of the Chesapeake are hosting Dick and Dixie Goertemiller, who will celebrate the wonderful cruising and gunk holing on the Chesapeake Bay and the ICW. They have been the editors of Chesapeake Bay Magazine and have great tales to tell. Tickets can be purchased at the door at the Severn School in Severna Park; the program starts at 8 p.m. The December lecture has been rescheduled for April and will feature Beth Leonard’s take on the Great Capes (windjammers-chesapeake.org). —by Leah Alfriend

Save These Dates

he Mid-Atlantic Nordic Tug Owner’s Rendezvous will roll into the St. Michaels Harbour Inn, Marina, and Spa June 13-16. Remember: Nordic Tugs are hand crafted in the US of A. For more details, contact Scott Heckard at Annapolis Sailyard at (410) 268-4100 or scott@sailyard.com (nordictugs.com).

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Certain Savoir-Faire

n April 17-18 from noon to 4 p.m., the Nansemond River Power Squadron will host “Flares for Life” at the old Suffolk Campus of Tidewater Community College. This is your chance to safely and legally dispose of your outdated flares and fire extinguishers and learn to safely and properly operate these devices. Reps from Orion Safety Products, manufacturer of aerial pyrotechnics, will be on hand to help you out and demonstrate their latest red parachute, orange smoke, and solace flares. The Suffolk Fire Department will help you use fire extinguishers. Bring your boat, because the squadron will perform Vessel Safety Checks for you. The event includes kids’ fun, raffle prizes, hot dogs, sides, and drinks for a small donation (nrpowersquadron.com). —by Donnie Weaver

Wahoo! Spanking Stripers

SSA’s DC Metro Chapter meets the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in downtown Bethesda, MD near the Metro stop. All are welcome to join us to trade fishing reports, win door prizes, meet other local anglers, and participate in some great fishing discussions. To entice you, here are the guest speakers for the first half of 2010: Sean Crawford’s “Chesapeake Bay Tides and Currents” January 6 with Gary Ritchie of Spankin’ Stripers, Pete Dahlberg’s “Spring Light Tackle Catch and Release on the Susquehanna Flats” February 3, Sean Kimbro’s “Proper Preseason Catch and Release Techniques” March 3, Greg Buckner’s “Spring Trophy Season Trolling for Rockfish” April 7, Joe Riley’s “Shark Fishing Off the Mid-Atlantic Coast” May 5, and Ken Lahr’s “Offshore Trolling Tips and Tactics for Tuna, Wahoo, and Dolphin” June 2 (dcmssa.org). —by Jeremy Bendler

All About Trout

his past January 20, the Maryland Chapter of Trout Unlimited (MDTU) hosted Charles Gougeon, a regional biologist for the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, and his annual status report on the trout population in the Gunpowder, one of the top 100 trout streams in the United States. MDTU was the first Trout Unlimited chapter in Maryland and was founded in 1971. There are more than 600 members in the Greater Baltimore Metropolitan Area. MDTU meets every third Wednesday of the month in Towson, MD (mdtu.org). —by Jim Gracie

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Changing Props

hesapeake Bay Power Boat Association members installed new officers at The Whiskey Restaurant in Annapolis in January (below). Outgoing president Andy Livermore (far right) turned the gavel over to Ted Ginnity (standing next to him) for the 2010-2011 term. Also pictured in the top row (L-R) are Scott Smith, Craig Hall, and Joe Lorentzen (secretary). In the bottom row (L-R), you’ll find Andrew Clothier and vice president Jeff Wetzel. Not pictured and maintaining their positions on the board for one more year are John Brandli, Jimmy Jernigan, John Neitzy, Jim Rehill, and Treasurer Jim Voege. The new board appointed Mike Yowieski as vice president/race director. Congratulations and best wishes! —by Joann Barker

Buck Rodgers and Robert Wagner?

n January 23, the Old Point Comfort YC (OPCYC) of Fort Monroe in Hampton, VA held its annual Commodore’s Ball at the Langley Air Force Base Officers Club. The Pointers—as members are called—held a Change of the Watch ceremony; handed out awards; and enjoyed a great meal, libations, dancing, and a wonderful evening of camaraderie and celebration. OPCYC welcomes commodore Mark Brzozowski; vice commodore Curtis Morris; secretary Robert Williamson; treasurer Paul Mellen; rear commodores June O’Brien, Jeff Rogers, Chuck Walters, and Mark Wolfe; rear commodore-at-large Robert Wagner, racing captain John Lones, fleet captain John Pence, logistics captain Bob Killebrew, training captain Dick Beaver, Helmsman newsletter editor Carol Morris, past commodores Jack Moran and Buck Rodgers, and members-at-large Dick Cassat, Mike Holsten, Carl Stein, and Eileen Turner. Mike Corley received the Commodore’s Award for going above and beyond for the club. Pat and Robert Williamson received the Broken Tiller award for their outstanding response to a fellow sailor with a medical emergency (below). They took excellent care of the injured sailor, his crew, and his vessel. The club is looking forward to 2010, its 52nd year enjoying the Chesapeake and beyond (opcyc.org). —by Michael Turner

Some of the new crew at the Chesapeake Bay Power Boat Association. `

A December To Remember

n December 12, the Hampton Roads Sail and Power Squadron (below) hosted 30 veterans from the Hampton Virginia Medical Center during its annual Christmas party. Members wanted to give back to the community and decided to host a dinner for these well-deserving veterans. The social hour featured shrimp, cheese and crackers, and punch. Dinner included roasted turkey, dressing, sweet potatoes, cranberry dressing, and homemade pumpkin pies. Soldiers stationed at Ft. Eustis and their families helped the squadron serve dinner. After the meal, the fun and games included Christmas bingo and a holiday lights PowerPoint picture presentation. The afternoon closed with a heartfelt sing-along of Silent Night, and gifts bags were presented to the veterans as a small token of appreciation for their sacrifice and service they have given our country. Members really felt the true meaning of Christmas that day and hope to do more activities like this in the future (usps.org). —by Sharen Reichard

Pat and Robert Williamson received OPCYC’s Broken Tiller award for their outstanding response to a fellow sailor with a medical emergency this past year.

Aye, Aye, AAYC

he Annapolis Admirals YC (AAYC) held its change of watch meeting in December at Deep Creek Restaurant in Arnold, MD. We welcomed the new board and look forward to a wonderful year. AAYC is accepting new members and will host a “Meet and Greet” for prospective members April 10 from 3 to 6 p.m. in Annapolis. For more details, contact rear commodore Tina Dunn at (410) 266-0877 or tinamdunn@ hotmail.com. AAYC is a diverse, socially fun yacht club that includes members with or without boats and shares similar boating and social interests. We are members of CBYCA. —by Tina Dunn

You can almost taste it! Hampton Roads Sail and Power Squadron created a heartwarming holiday feast for veterans this December.

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CRUISING CLUBNOTES Where Are All the Boats?

t’s lonely at the marina this time of year. But the Silverton Owners Club bulletin board is extremely active with more than 75 new postings daily. Right now, the hot topics are boat projects, but conversations will soon turn to spring commissioning (silvertonclub.com). —by Nyla Deputy

Lonely is as lonely does. Facing down the Sassafras River from the Granary Restaurant.

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magine sailing a boat for 20 years and then spending the next 20 years restoring that 100-year-old vessel back to its original glory and then some. Rick Carrion shared such an experience during the Wilmington Sail and Power Squadron’s (WSPS) January social. Carrion founded the Elf Classic Yacht Restoration Guild to fund the restoration. This was followed by painstaking and detailed disassembly and historical investigation into minute details of the original 30-foot, racing yacht built by George Lawley and Sons. Carrion used local native trees to restore this magnificent vessel to perfect condition and now shares her with guild members and youth to enhance their appreciation for old-world craftsmanship (cyrg.org). —by Harry Anderson

WSPS members enjoy Rick Carrion’s story about the rebirth of Elf.

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Racing News 100 years of racing in Cambridge By Ralph Cattaneo

aryland hosts several American Power Boat Association (APBA) sanctioned events each year. This year, Cambridge will sponsor its 100th boat race July 22-25. To commemorate this event, APBA, the sponsoring organization, has awarded Cambridge the U.S. National Championships. It is expected that more than 100 racing teams will participate from the United States and Canada. Races will also be held off Kent Island at the Kent Island YC August 7-8 and in Port Deposit September 4-5. These races include only inboard Hydroplanes and Jersey Speed Skiff race boats. Stay tuned with PropTalk for updates.

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All smiles. Girardo caulks some teak decking at Titan Yachts in Bishopville, MD.

bottom and refinish and another Herreshoff 12/5 will get some sprucing up. ACW is considering reviving its Pilothouse School, which offered hands-on courses on fiberglass and wooden boat maintenance and restoration, as well as other recreational boating topics. For more details, contact Bill at bill@uncommonboats.com.

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ther than budding dogwoods and daffodils, spring 2010 will bring something brand new to the Eastern Shore: the Maryland Boatbuilders and Dealers Expo at Governor’s Hall at Sailwinds Park in Cambridge, MD April 10-11. Think custom boats in many shapes and sizes, including Jon boats, sportfishing machines, trawlers, hydroplanes… sailboats even. There will even be a boat swap to benefit Cambridge Main Street. Admission is $5 rain or shine; hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday. Martin Hardy of Composite Yacht helped launch this event, and PropTalk is a sponsor. For more details, visit sailwindscambridge.com.

nnapolis Classic Watercraft (ACW) has settled into its new boatshop in Annapolis Commerce Park. ACW’s owner, Bill Donahue, notes that, “ Our new shop` doesn’t have a lot of nautical character, but it’s an outstanding place to work. We even have heat and air conditioning!” Over the fall and winter, ACW has completed several interesting projects, including rebuilding a 1960

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Dunphy X55 runabout, rehabilitating and refinishing a Redfern 22 utility, and totally restoring a 1970 Chris-Craft Lancer. Hull #2 of ACW’s Homewood Landing 24 diesel launch is nearing completion, and everyone’s fingers are crossed in hopes of shortly receiving a new client order for Hull #3. As soon as some space in the shop can be freed up, a 1962 Ideal Craft outboard runabout will come in for a new

Annapolis Classic Watercraft’s shiny new boatshop. Photo by Bill Donahue

ill Judge and his crew at Judge Yachts in Denton, MD are modifying the interior and exterior of a Judge Chesapeake 32. The boat is prompting a lot of talk that it could be the prototype for a new model, the Oxford 32, a little sister of the rave reviewed Oxford 37. Major work continues on a Markley 46, including installation of fish boxes and other updates and improvements. Bill is assembling a winter-long, indoor boat show. So far, the owners of the Oxford 37, after a couple of months use since her debut, have let Bill put her back in the shed. Most likely, also on display will be a 22, a 27, a Chesapeake 32, a 34 Express, and a Chesapeake 36. It is well worth the drive to see almost the entire line of Judge Yachts assembled under one roof. Don’t forget Bill’s annual Open House February 27.

lark Fiberglass in Centerville, MD continues renovating a 1975 wooden 36-foot Robbins named SouthPaw for charter captain Jeff Eicler in Kent Island, MD. The hull and topsides have been stripped of all paint, any rotten wood was replaced with new, proptalk.com

and the entire boat was fiberglassed. The hull was done with West System epoxy, and the topsides were done with polyester resin. The crew is fairing out the boat. She will be painted with Awlgrip Snow White on the topsides and Fighting Lady Yellow on the hull. She will also get new windows, new rubrails, a toestrip, new stainless running gear, and updated electronics. The facelift is due to be done by the first of March. The team also is building a small cabin on a 25-foot Seahawk for a local crabber on Kent Island.

Things are looking up. Mike and Will secure the headliner of a Judge Chesapeake 32.

uark BoatWorks in Cambridge, MD is using traditional methods and a grant from the Maryland State Arts Council to keep master (Mac McGlaughlin), apprentice (Frank Antes), and several other volunteers busy creating a 27.5-foot, cedar-strip-planked-overoak-framed workboat. The hull has been completed, except for finish work, and a fresh coat of paint graces the cabin area. The search is on for an engine, preferably a large V-8 or diesel. Also being built in the shop is a plywood skiff that can be sailed, rowed, or outboard powered. The skiff is part of a big idea being hatched at Ruark BoatWorks, a youth- or family-built boat program for the community. Stay tuned with PropTalk as plans take shape.

eltaville Yachting Center (DYC) recently honored a request from the USCG to service its 55ANB Chincoteague as it was moved from Chincoteague Island to Milford Haven. Released with a clean bill of health, the boat now services aids to navigation in the upper Rappahannock River. The DYC crew also recently hauled the research

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vessel Theory for service work and storage. Captain Brayton Pointner and his crew of three hydrographers just completed a 150-square-mile nautical survey of the area from Smith Point to Windmill Point and across the Bay into Tangier Sound. DYC technicians also are finishing up repairs on a Witness 36 Catamaran, which suffered extensive hull damage due to a hard grounding. To repair the hull, DYC is grinding away composite, cutting out the fractured bulkheads, and laying up replace-

DYC recently hauled Theory, a hydrographic research vessel, for servicing and storage.

ment composite to recreate the original structure as supplied by the manufacturer. The crew recreated the destroyed dagger board using the dagger board trunk dimensions and the undamaged dagger board as a pattern for a temporary mold. Other jobs on the to-do list included repairing bent rudder shafts and damaged running gear and modifying the rudders to create a more balanced helm pressure.

t Broad Creek Marine in Easton, MD, Herman and Ronnie Haddaway just popped a Haddaway 32 out of the mold. The hull features a tunnel drive for shallow draft service; perfect for the Bay. The sportfisher will be rigged with a 435-hp Cummins engine, and the prop will settle into a custom pocket to allow shallow running and more room beneath the decks. The boat will be decked out with amenities for extended cruising and fishing, including a full head with a shower, an upgalley in the pilothouse, and bow thrusters. She should be ready to fish the trophy season in April.

immerman Marine has been staying busy this winter with a wide range of repair projects at its Mathews and Deltaville locations. Projects included repowering a 46-foot Matthews with a pair of 6081 300-hp John Deere engines, installing a new autopilot and windlass on a Swan 51, and giving an Eastbay 43 new water tanks. In addition to the many service projects, the crew continued building a cold-molded Haven sailboat, and the yard finalized the devilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s-inthe-details design for the Zimmerman 38, with work slated to start in March.

Pete Mathews (in red) and crew lay up a Mathews 40 hull at Mathews Brothers.

ll smiles at Titan Custom Yachts and Boatworks in Bishopville, MD, the crew recently caulked the heck out of some teak decking for one lucky boat owner. Russ Garufi and his team are moving into the finish phase of their fifth boat, a new cold-molded 62-foot sportfishing yacht with prop tunnels. They are installing high gloss on the cabinets and starting to paint the exterior. Her trim is mainly Sapele mahogany sealed and coated with up to 10 coats of ICA for a tough coating that forever looks wet. Sleek! This Darron Roop-designed boat features three staterooms with full heads and showers. A 42-inch flatscreen monitor rises at the flick of a switch out of the Corian countertops in the main salon. Twenty-inch stateroom monitors can route all entertainment, fishfinding, navigation, and boat systems data to any screen. A fold-down cockpit monitor lets anglers keep an eye on fishfinding data while working the baits. The hull features prop tunnels to allow a four-foot draft. With a pair of 1650-hp CATs, sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ideal for fishing anywhere in the galaxy!

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omposite Yacht in Trappe, MD recently picked up a humongous, 38-foot by 15-foot hull and deck from S W Boatworks in Maine. Composite has the delightful task of finishing her off for a local customer. Not so delightful is the fact that because she is so deep, Composite had to cut a trough in its concrete floor to allow the hull with skeg to fit into the shop! Now, that’s devotion to a job. Composite is molding a one-piece fiberglass floor panel to make a seam-free and ultra-

This 38 x 15 foot hull and deck was recently picked up by Composite Yacht of Trappe, MD.

strong working deck for the cockpit floor. Her design is by Calvin Beale, and she will be powered by a 367-hp Caterpillar C9.

at Murtagh and the crew at Choptank Boatworks in Denton, MD are building a new 22-foot Atkins Sea Bright skiff. She will be powered by a 25-hp diesel and sports strip-plankedcedar-over-mahogany frames. She will turn heads in Belleview, MD when complete.

A Haddaway 32 reflects the orange of its mold. It was laid up by Herman and Ronnie Haddaway of Broad Creek Marine in Easton.

t Chesapeake Boats in Crisfield, MD, Diane and Holly of Cooler Canvas nearby recently measured, cut, and installed custom window shades for a Chesapeake 46 destined for Washington College in Chestertown, MD. With a solid glass hull and a 510-hp C-9 Caterpillar diesel in her powerhouse, she will serve as a research and education vessel, carrying up to 35 teachers and students on extended research excursions. Passengers will study in style and comfort; the Chesapeake 46 has all the comforts of home, including air

Pat Murtagh and his assistant at Choptank Boatworks in Denton, MD build a 22-foot Atkins Sea Bright skiff.

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conditioning, a full galley, a shower, and a genset. Nearby in the same shop, a 52foot pirate ship is nearly done. This twomasted, power vessel sports strategically located water cannons and realistic pirate paraphernalia for a repeat customer in Beach Haven, NJ; the third time’s the charm. Two 225-hp Volvo diesels will drive the vessel’s Volvo Duoprop stern drives. Watch out! She’ll soon carry up to 49 buccaneers on raids and birthday parties along the Jersey Coast.

t Steve Webster’s Baycraft Marine in Cambridge, MD, Susan Lee, a Robbins 29, dropped by for some work. She got what she asked for, including updates to some of her systems and installation of a taller cabin to accommodate her taller skipper.

t Evans Boats near Crisfield, a finished side hull with bulkheads is being installed onto a 46-foot power catamaran for an operation in Wilmington, NC. The boat will go out with a pair of Cummins diesels driving MerCruiser outdrives. She has

A finished Big Cat hull with bulkheads being installed at Evans Boats in Crisfield. These hulls are being built under contract.

McCready Boatworks in Lusby, MD is repairing the Solomons Fireboat. She’ll soon sport a flaming red paint job.

a full head, comfy seats, and an extended hardtop to accommodate sightseeing for up to 49 passengers around Wilmington Harbor and Cape Fear. She should be ready to launch in early March. Eugene Evans can build catamarans up to 54 feet and of any reasonable beam and large water taxi/transport boats up to 43 feet. He also can install sightseeing glass bottoms on many types of boats. All systems are a go at Evans Boats, and the crew is ready to make boats for bottom watching and sightseeing.

Susan Lee, a Robbins 29, gets a facelift at Steve Webster’s Baycraft Marine in Cambridge, MD.

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Fish News

with Capt. C.D. Dollar

CCA Virginia Seeks Menhaden Management Reform

onsidered by many to be the most important fish ecologically in the sea and Chesapeake, the Coastal Conservation Association of Virginia (CCA VA) is spearheading efforts to shift the management of Virginia’s menhaden fishery from the General Assembly to the Virginia Marine Resources Commission (VMRC). Since 1979, the coastal population of Atlantic menhaden has declined 72 percent. Groups advocating for conserving more of the stock see passage of Senate Bill 185 and House Bill 294—sponsored by state Senator Ralph Northam (D-Norfolk) and Del. John Cosgrove (R-Chesapeake), respectively—as potentially alleviating the politic stranglehold that favors commercial interests. VMRC is comprised of fisheries professionals and manages all other state saltwater fisheries, including blue crabs, striped bass, and oysters. Yet only menhaden, vital to healthy water quality and predator-prey relationships, are managed by the legislature. The General Assembly only meets once a year and therefore hasn’t the flexibility to respond quickly to scientific data regarding this complex fishery, charges CCA VA. The fisheries commission, on the other hand, gathers monthly to discuss fisheries data and can move expeditiously to implement any changes to regulations needed to protect fish. Among the many supporting fishing groups are the Virginia Council of Angling Clubs, Peninsula Saltwater Sport Fishing Association, and Virginia Beach Anglers Club. On its website, CCA VA calls on all Virginia “saltwater anglers and conservation-minded individuals to contact their senators and delegates to express their concerns about the management of menhaden in the Chesapeake Bay.” For more details, click on ccavirginia.org.

Pressure Grows To Rework Federal Fisheries Law

omentum is growing for the planned march on the nation’s capital to protest the effects the current U.S. fisheries law has had on commercial and sportfishing. Supporters seeking to revise the 2007 Magnuson Stevens Conservation and Management Act argue that the red snapper closure in the Gulf of Mexico and the sea bass closure along the East Coast were the direct result of poor data collection and inflexible rebuilding regimes inherent in the law. U.S. Rep. Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ) and U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer (D-NY) are primary sponsors of the Flexibility in Rebuilding American Fisheries Act. Supporters say the act would give the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) fisheries managers the flexibility they need to rebuild fish stocks, yet also keep fishermen on the water.

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Annapolis resident Lucas Siple caught this tautog on Morning Star with Capt. Monty Hawkins.

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Fish News with Capt. C.D. Dollar On February 24, organizers say thousands of commercial and recreational fishermen, under the banner of “United We Fish,” are expected to rally on the steps of the U.S. Capitol in a show of solidarity for a revised national fisheries law. The event takes places from noon until 3 p.m. For details, visit joinrfa.org.

Mark Madary caught this 44-incher on Stella in 50 feet of water using a four-ounce bucktail, a nine-inch sassy shad, and a 10-ounce in-line weight.

Capt. Margie Dove caught this nice, four-pound red grouper using Ballyhoo chunks.

Sea Bass Quota Set To Increase

lthough the Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council’s news release teemed with convoluted government jargon, the upshot was the regional sea bass monitoring committees took another look at the numbers and determined there were enough fish to increase the original quota. The recommended emergency action would raise the quota to 4.5 million pounds from 2.71 million pounds. You may recall that last October, the National Marine Fisheries Service abruptly closed the sea bass fishery, shocking sport fishermen and threatening the financial viability of coastal tackle shop owners and headboat skippers. Although the unprecedented reversal is welcomed, many observers say it epitomizes how management decisions based on incomplete data can have dire economic consequences. At press, the recommendation for emergency action that would increase the 2010 quota was expected to be signed by NOAA’s regional administrator Pat Kurkel. The mid-Atlantic Council will discuss the new sea bass management changes and other matters at its February 11 meeting in Cambridge, MD.

Mid-Atlantic Governors SupportSustainable Ocean Use

he governors of Maryland, Virginia, Delaware, New Jersey, and New York applauded the Obama Administration’s Interagency Ocean Policy Task Force’s plan that sets the stage for ocean conservation. The group also called on the federal government to “commit the necessary resources and quickly begin working with coastal states to implement this important ocean protection agenda.” “This Coastal and Marine Spatial Planning strategy will ensure that we have the necessary science,

tools, and knowledge to safeguard the important natural resources of our ocean, while also helping us achieve our energy and economic goals,” says Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley. In the fall, mid-Atlantic governors formed the MidAtlantic Regional Council on the Ocean (MARCO), which would help advance offshore renewable energy and ocean habitat protection. Asserting that the economic return will far surpass the investment, the governors hope to see dedicated federal support to develop ocean plans.

Capt. Sonney Forrest with a 4.5-pound gag grouper caught on the ocean side in Money Channel January 30 in front of the Seven Mile Bridge.

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FISH FORECASTS by Capt. C.D. Dollar

ishing the icy Atlantic during the peak of winter isn’t everyone’s cup of tea, but those folks don’t know what they’re missing. At the end of January, I took Capt. Monty Hawkins up on his offer to go tautog fishing and wasn’t disappointed. Capt. Monty operates the 55-foot party boat Morning Star out of the Ocean City (MD) Fishing Center and has a near encyclopedic knowledge of Maryland’s coastal wrecks and reefs. Even a hack bottom fisherman such as this writer caught three keeper tog, which made for a delicious fish ‘n chip dinner with enough left over for chowder. I have a newfound respect for hardcharging tog worshippers. Members of the wrasse family, tautogs, I discovered, are crafty fish that when hooked, beeline

ere’s the skinny from Capt. Sonney Forrest of Reel Relief Charters, who’s fishing and relaxing in Florida. He is taking bookings for the 2010 trophy striper season. His Chesapeake Bay report: “The weather has all but killed any fishing locally so why not take in a fishing show over the weekend? There are several to pick from with great speakers and lots of new stuff to see. I’m booking May trolling trips and June live bait, light tackle trips, so give me a call.” His Marathon, FL report: “Inshore, the warming southern winds are pushing the bottom fish to the bridges and back country flats, finally. The fish kill is over and no longer a bad daily sight on the water. All grouper and red snapper seasons are closed, and they know it. I have never caught so many grouper every trip out only to release them. But it is fun to catch and release them; had we done more of it before, we may not be seeing a closed season now. Mangrove, Spanish, cero, lanes, and porgies are on all the Patch Reefs, along with thousands of grunts. If

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for craggy structures and act like Nancy Pelosi on health care reform—refusing to budge. At least three times, a spirited tautog swallowed the bait, yet cut me off on the reef. It’s also prime time for panfishing, with yellow perch running in the upper reaches of Chesapeake tributaries. In these same creeks, you can expect to catch crappie and pickerel, which are also great sport on ultra-light and fly gear. Just in from the “regulations desk”: While at press the federal closure on black sea bass remained in effect; the outlook was very bright that additional poundage will be added to the 2010 quota, salvaging in part what could have been a disastrous season. Also, in coming weeks, Maryland’s Department

you move three times, you can have a limit of all of the above most days.” “Offshore, the reef edge is on fire with mutton snapper to 24 inches or larger. Flag yellowtail snapper are 40 to 60 feet; chum them hard and reel fast, as the sharks are there waiting, as well. Trolling live ballyhoo in 150 to 250 feet will get you 30- to 60-pound king mackerel and some big bull dolphin for the table. Speed up to about eight to 12 knots and pull wire-leader plugs for a Wahoo bite that will pull your arms off or strain your back. Some are up to 90 pounds and six feet long. Blackfin tuna at the Marathon Humps have been great when you can get out there. Fish four to six pounds are caught trolling, but the bigger tuna are deeper, so deep dropping or heavy metal jigging is the answer. But you only catch half the fish and sometimes only half of that when the sharks find the easy pickings. Most are using 50 wide reels to horse them straight to the boat.” Capt. Sonney Forrest Reel Relief Charters (443) 532-0836

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of Natural Resources (DNR) will have finalized the regulations for the March to early April striper trolling fishery. For details, click on dnr.state.md.us. Check out the PropTalk calendar for a full listing of the numerous fishing and boat shows that run through this winter. I’ll be talking fishing at the Annapolis MSSA’s Saltwater Expo at the Annapolis Elks Club February 27, so swing by and say hey. Also, for tournament anglers, now is the time to make plans. “Angler’s Night Out: Fishing Flicks & Tales,” hosted by the Boatyard Bar & Grill and PropTalk, will run every other Tuesday night through March 23. Swing by the Boatyard and enjoy a cool fishing flick, great food, and drink specials, as well as talk shop with other anglers. Now on with the show.

uring February and March off Virginia Beach, Capt. Jim Brincefield will be “extreme long-range, deep-dropping in the Atlantic Ocean. Targeted species will be snowy grouper, tilefish, black belly rosefish, sharks, barrellfish, hake, cod, bluefish, and haddock. With the current moratorium on black sea bass, we will not be able to keep any until further notice. If March brings some early warm spring weather, we may be able to try some early floundering. C’mon springtime!” Capt. Jim adds that pods of migrating striped bass up the coast will provide some sporadic opportunities. Normally, these pods are on the move up the coast and up into the Chesapeake Bay for their annual spawning run. To get updates on available trips, fishing reports, breaking news, and fishing pictures, check out his website. Capt. Jim also now has a Facebook page. “As far as winter shows, we will be attending the annual Annapolis Ascot Show, featuring Capt. Joe Evans,” he adds. Capt. Jim Brincefield Aboard the Challenger II

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apt. Monty Hawkins of the Ocean City (MD) based party boat Morning Star will continue to sail for tautog and whatever else might be available. He sails Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday and leaves the Ocean City Fishing Center at 7 a.m. and returns at 3:30 p.m. He purposely carries only 12 anglers, so all have a great shot at catching fish. The bait, green crabs, is provided, the cabin is heated usually, and $100 gets you a spot. For reservations, which are mandatory, call Hawkins and leave your cell number in case of cancellations. Capt. Monty Hawkins Morning Star (410) 520-2076

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ow a full-time guide, Capt. Kevin Josenhans of Josenhans Fly Fishing is still hoping to get down to the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel (CBBT) for some catch-and-release striper fishing between now and mid-March. Cold water has temporarily shut down the inshore fishery, but that can change in a matter of days, or even hours. Check the Josenhans Fly Fishing website for updated reports on CBBT action. “In the meantime, I’ll be biding my time by pickerel fishing on the Nanticoke River and its tributaries during February,” he says. “But all eyes are looking toward the great white perch fishing on the Nanticoke that begins the latter part of February. Big perch, and plenty of them, can be caught bottom fishing bloodworms, and as the water warms, they will take artificials and flies fished slowly along the bottom.” He’ll run those perch trips out of Sharptown, MD, a great way to shake off those mid-winter blues. Once the Susquehanna Flats catch-andrelease season opens March 1, Capt, Kevin says this is “arguably the best chance the Chesapeake angler has at catching a trophy striped bass on light tackle.” He’s currently booking trips for this fabulous fishery. Capt. Kevin Josenhans Josenhans Fly Fishing (443) 783-3271

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apt. Jeremy Blunt aboard the Samurai I is looking forward to the 2010 fishing season, which will kick off in April. The 60-foot Hatteras sportfisher is currently in the yard, where the crew Chesapeake Bay Powerboating

is taking care of some routine maintenance work. They’ll be ready to fish come spring and summer, so book now. Capt. Jeremy Blunt Samurai I Jeremy91873@aol.com (410) 507-4150

rom mid-February through early March Capt. Walt of Light Tackle Charters in Crisfield, MD will ply the dark water of the upper Pocomoke River for crappie, yellow perch, and pickerel using ultra-light tackle. “Those ultra-light tackle trips are inexpensive and a lot of fun,” he adds. Beginning the second week of March through May 3, he’ll fish the Susquehanna Flats with light tackle for the “Susky Flats Catch and Release” season where rockfish gather to feed. You have a legitimate shot at catching large female striped bass to 50 pounds. He’ll also be at the Seaside Boat Show at the Ocean City (MD) Convention Center taking place February 12-14, so make sure you stop at the Cedar Creek Marina booth to say hey to Capt. Walt. Capt. Walt Light Tackle Charters (410) 957-1664

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apt. Sean Crawford of Terrapin Bay Guide Service in Eastern Bay plans to fish the Magothy and Severn rivers for pickerel. He says to try the grass beds, docks, and structures. “An all yellow or red/white Clouser with 1/50-ounce eyes is best, as you will need to slow the retrieve way down in the cold water,” he advises. “You don’t want the fly to sink too quickly. For light tackle, try a three-inch grub on a small jighead, or a shad dart tipped with a minnow.” Capt. Sean will be at TieFest February 27, the area’s premier fly fishing show held at the Kent Narrows YC from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. “The event is free of charge and will feature nationally recognized fly-tyers, including Lefty Kreh and Bob Clouser, fishing guides, equipment manufacturers, and opportunities to improve fishing skills,” he adds. “I will be discussing fishing opportunities in the Chesapeake Bay and tying a few flies, so please stop by and say hi if you can make it.” Capt. Sean Crawford (410) 490-5942

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apt. Jeff Popp is guiding clients for yellow perch and walleye in the Susquehanna River and area tributaries. “Last season, we had a good year for panfish,” he says, adding that his clients caught fish from 11 to 14 inches and made up the limits in no time. He is also taking bookings for the Susquehanna Flats catchand-release season that opens March 1 as well as the trophy striper season that kicks off the third weekend of April. Capt. Jeff Popp (410) 790-2015 captjeffpopp@yahoo.com

ill O’Brien at Shore Tackle and Custom Rods at Kent Narrows, MD will spend the winter months wrapping custom rods and working the fishing show circuit. Shore Tackle and Custom Rods Kent Narrows, MD (410) 827-7765

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apt. Gary Neitzey wrapped up his striper season at CBBT and is now taking bookings for the spring Susquehanna Flats season, as well as pickerel and perch trips. Capt. Gary Neitzey Fish Hawk Guide Service (410) 758-4262

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apt. Joe Riley and his mate Jeff Kirby are making ready for their 2010 venture to Guatemala. They left February 11 from BWI, and Capt. Joe says here’s what you get for $2400 per angler. “Four nights and three days of fishing, everything is included except for the air fare and departure tax. Your fee covers transportation from and back to the airport, all food, drinks (both on land and on the boat), and lodging, as well as three days fishing with Jeff and me on the 31-foot Jupiter, Furious. This is a great place to work on your skills of hooking up sailfish. We get plenty of chances and will probably catch some nice-size dorado (dolphin), as well,” Capt. Joe says. “If anyone has an interest, the time is getting short now, so you need to act fast.” Capt. Joe Riley (410) 353-0785

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20’ - 40’ Slips, Pier 4 Marina 301 4th St., Eastport, across from Annapolis Yacht Club. Keep your boat where the Hinckley and Sabre dealers keep theirs. Electric, water, & showers. (410) 990-9515. www.pier4annapolis. com 20’ to 55’ Slips Six nautical miles from Annapolis on the Severn River in Severna Park. Lift slips and boatel, 25-ton TraveLift, and complete repair facility. www. spyachtbasin.com, (410) 6474450 28’ - 38’ Slips Power & sail, cozy, intimate MD Clean Marina in protected Deale harbor, excellent boating & fishing, free Wi-Fi & pumpout, 30 mins. from DC. (410) 867-7919, www. rockholdcreekmarina.com 30’ - 35’ Slips Available Annapolis City Marina, Ltd. in the heart of Eastport. Includes electric, water, restrooms with showers, and gated parking. Give us a call at (410) 268-0660, www. annapoliscitymarina.com. West River Yacht Club Two slips left 43x18 and 30x13 in 19slip marina. New construction, great amenities, events. Great protected mid-Bay location. Call for details. Edgewater, MD. (301) 203-4450 62 March 2010 PropTalk

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Sell Your Boat Fast for Market Value Most sold in two weeks or less. We sell your boat on eBay. List your boat. Get a check. Jody Palmisano Boat Brokerage. (410) 340-0008. Powerboat Listings Needed Competitive commission structures, high-traffic office location, brokerage storage, online and print adv. Boats are selling, and we need more listings. Visit us online at www.boemarine.com, email us at boats@boemarine. com or call (866) 735-5926 to get your boat listed and sold.

17’ Holby Bristol Skiff ’08 Traditional lapstrake hull, trimmed with elegant mahogany rails. Created with a classic lapstrake design & constructed with the best of today’s modern technologies. Offered at $19,500 w/trailer. Contact Ken Comerford at (410) 280-2038 or Ken@northpointyachtsales.com for more info.

17’ Invader ’87 Bow rider, excellent cond., 2007 trailer, 4.3L OMC I/O w/352 hrs, covers, Sea Scouts, $3000, James Klimek, (240) 271-4631, jk3043@aol. com. 21’ Supra ’91 Good cond., trailer-fair cond., inbd Ford 351, ski tow boat, Sea Scouts, $5000 obo, James Klimek, (240) 2714631, jk3043@aol.com, or Steve Alexander, (301) 646-0805, stevedalex@msn.com 22’ Mathews Brothers Classic Bay Cruiser ’02 Surprise Fiberglass hull. Yanmar 100hp dsl engine. Stored and maintained by IndoorBoatStorage. Available for immediate purchase. $79,999 Call Mathews Brothers at (410) 479-9720.

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25’ Parker 2510 Deep V ’00 twin 200 hp Yamaha Saltwaters w/EFI & 300 hrs; hardtop; outriggers; AP; radar; GPS/plotter; color fishfinder; trailer. Lift kept. Asking $25,000. Contact Rick Casali 410-279-5309 or rickc@noyceyachts.com

25' Ranger Tugs R25 ‘08 This R25 is trailerable! The hull is fast and efficient with great comfortable cruising capabilities and accommodations up to 5 people. $138,000 Gratitude Yachting Center (410) 639-7111 www.gratitudeyachting.com 26’ Regulator ‘07 Extended warranties - loaded with electronics - trailer - very, very low hrs - $116,900 - John McDevitt - Bluewater Yacht Sales - (610) 220-5619.

26’ Four Winns ‘03 With Trailer & generator. Barely used and in top condition, priced at $47,000 Call (443) 650-0316 or www.knot10.com 27’ Tiara Open ‘87 $39,500 Fresh Flag Blue Awlgrip, new canvas & enclosure, twin 270 Crusaders, boat is in excellent shape. Owner moving up, looking for offers. Call Ned Dozier, The Yacht Group, (443) 995-0732, www.theyachtgroup.com

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27’ Grady White ’99 Sailfish With twin Yamaha 225s. Fish ready with low hrs $44,900 Call (410) 827-9090 or www.knot10.com 27’ Sea Ray 270SD ’04 Great family boat. Spacious open bow w/ enclosed head and side sleeping berth. Great for tubing & skiing. Canvas includes bimini top & cockpit cover. Stern Drive ’04 Mercruiser MX 6.2L MPI BR3, 320 hp with 334 hrs.$38,500. In Chester, MD. See pictures at Clarkslanding.com, (800) 4427601.

28' Albin Flush Deck ’04 Only 506 hours use, indoor lift stored in a boathouse for the past four years! Located in St. Simons, Georgia. Priced below current comps at $95,900. 100’s of Photos @ www.yachtview.com John Kaiser (443) 223-7864 cell

28' Albin TE '00 Very lightly used & meticulously cared for. A beautiful dark blue hull & oyster decks make this boat a standout at any dock. Offered at $81,900. Contact David Malkin at (410) 280-2038 or David@ NorthPointYachtsSales.com

Cape Dory 28 flybridge fast trawler. 1989, 30 ft. overall. AP, single engine, bowthruster, 4 year old engine. Asking price reduced to $63K. Seriously for sale Make offer. jerry@downtownsailing.org 28’ Carolina Classic ’09 Twin 260-hp Volvo dsls. Hardtop with full enclosure. Reverse cycle AC. Electric windlass. $178,808 Chesapeake Yacht Sales (804) 776-9898 orinfo@cysboat.com, 28’ Cruisers Yachts 280 CSI ’05 Certified pre-owned boat. Comes with 1 yr Sea Tow subscription and 1 year warranty. Sleeping for 6 in this wellappointed family cruiser. Camper canvas, GPS plotter, TV/DVD, AC/ Heat, generator. Two gas Volvo 4.3L with 245 hrs. $72,500. In Chester, MD. See pictures at Clarkslanding.com, (800) 4427601.

28’ Four Winns Horizon ‘02 Twin Volvo 5.0 gas engines w/250 hrs. ‘04 aluminum trailer. Owner leaving country must sell! $28,900 All reasonable offers encouraged. Must see! Photos @ www.yachtview.com John Kaiser (443) 223-7864 cell anytime 28’ Sea Ray 280DA ’05 Wellequipped anchor locker, windlass, spotlight, cockpit sunpad & carpet, sport spoiler, cockpit table, wet bar, transom shower, bimini top, cockpit cover, equipped galley, creature comforts. $69,900 In Chester, MD. Pictures at Clarkslanding.com, (800) 442-7601.

280 Sea Ray Sundancer ’04 Twin Mercruiser 4.3L MPI engines with alpha drives & low hours. A/C, generator, dark green hull. Priced below current comps at $59,900. Photos @ www.yachtview.com John Kaiser (410) 923-1400 or (443) 223-7864 cell 29’ Robbins by Mathews Bros ‘03 Miss Claire Fiberglass hull, 310 Marine Power gas engine, Top cond. at IndoorBoatStorage. Available for immediate purchase. $68,500 Call Mathews Brothers at (410) 479-9720. 29’ Sea Ray Amberjack ‘05 $89,000. One owner, our trade, beautiful boat w/all the options. BLUE HULL, LIGHTLY USED. Call Ned Dozier, The Yacht Group, (800) 827-8089.

29 Chaparral Signature ’05 Lots of custom features including custom hard top, salon upgrades. Twin gas engines. Extended warranty on boat and engines until 2010. Like New! Call for Price. All reasonable offers encouraged. Photos @ www.yachtview.com John Kaiser (443) 223-7864 cell anytime 29’ Mathews Brothers Patriot ’02 JWB Fiberglass hull. Yanmar 315hp dsl engine. Kept in top cond. at MathewsBros IndoorBoatStorage facility. $150,000 Purchase today! Call Mathews Brothers at (410) 4799720.

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29’ Mathews Brothers Patriot ’04 Lady Antoinette Fiberglass hull. Volvo Penta 5.7GXi, 320hp gas engine. Kept in top cond. at an indoor storage facility. Purchase today! $149,500 Mathews Brothers at (410) 4799720. 29’ Mathews Brothers Patriot ’04 Summer Inn Fiberglass hull. Yanmar 315hp diesel engine. Kept in top cond. at MathewsBros IndoorBoatStorage facility. $189,000 Purchase today! Call Mathews Brothers at (410) 479-9720.

29' MJM 29z ‘07 3 miles per gallon at 24 knots will ease the pain at the gas dock. Wrap around seating for more people than you probably want to take out. Price Reduction $259,900 Contact Paul Mikulski at (410) 280-2038 or Paul@northpointyachtsales.com

30’ Mainship ‘01 Popular trawler with 220-hp Cummins dsl (low hrs), burgundy Awlgripped hull, new canvas ’08, enclosed head with shower. $84,900 Chesapeake Yacht Sales (804) 776-9898 or info@cysboat.com

30’ Grady White ’06 Twin Yamahas and clean as can be. Lee outriggers & full electronics package. $137,000 Call (410) 827-9090 or www.knot10.com 31’ Marlago Open CC ‘02 $64,900, 157 one-owner hrs on 200 HPDI Yamahas, perfect shape and recently detailed. Owner moving up. Call Ned Dozier, The Yacht Group (800) 827-8089.

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31’ Mainship Pilot ’09 Yanmar 315 HP dsl. Fully enclosed pilothouse sedan. Bow thruster. Windlass. Generator. A/C with reverse cycle heat. $199,000 Chesapeake Yacht Sales (804) 776-9898 or info@cysboat.com Formula 310 SS ‘08 Kept indoors on a triple axle Myco trailer. 496 Mag Sea Core w/97 hrs. This boat has every factory option available $179,000 Matt@ agyg.com www.agyg.com 32’ Grand Banks Trawler ‘79 Economical, one gal. per hr. Classic fiberglass hull, heat, air, genset. Well maintained & seaworthy. Ready to set off to the Bahamas or Maine! $79,900, (410) 446-6210.

32’ Carman ‘98 Ready to fish, crab, or cruise? This 32' Carman is ready with a 230hp single Volvo Turbo Diesel I/O $69,995 Call (443) 650-0316 or www.knot10.com

2008 Eastport 32 The Jake Hull # 3, Loaded, like new. Twin Yanmar-BMW 260hp fully electronic turbo charged diesels with only 38 hours, Furuno Navnet electronics. Interior has extra cabinets and A/C. Set up for the serious fisherman but retains the comfort of a luxury weekender. Offered at $359,000 In Annapolis. Listed by the Eastport Yacht Company, call Tom Weaver (443)951-1380 ext 1101 www.eastportyacht.com

32’ Mabry ‘03 Yanmar 315HP, Electronics, Full Equipment, Beautifully Finished, $130,000. ( 4 1 0 ) 4 7 6 - 4 4 1 4 www.compositeyacht.biz

32’ Ches. Deadrise ’00 PRICE REDUCED TO $47,500!!! No engine or gear, Ready to drop in gas or dsl, Finished to fish, Full electronics, Fresh Awlgrip, (410) 476-4414, www.compositeyacht.biz

32' Custom Downeast ‘82 Beautiful example of down east styling tempered with fly bridge cruiser. Many upgrades and very efficient powered with Volvo TAMD60B turbo diesel. Price Reduction $78,000 Contact David Malkin at (410) 280-2038 or David@northpointyachtsales.com

32' SEA RAY Sundancer 2005 T-350 Mag FWC, V-Drives, 5 kW Genset, A/C, 2 TVs, Cockpit Refrigerator, Smartcraft Gauges, Fishfinder, GPS. Very clean, nicely equipped, priced to sell. Owner moving up. $119,800. Sunset Harbor Marina 410-687-7290

33' Cruisers 3372 Express ’03 Twin engines, low hours, fully loaded. AC/Generator Priced below current comps at $79,000 Photos @ www.yachtview.com John Kaiser (410) 923-1400 or (443) 223-7864 cell 33’ Sea Ray 33 ’97 Express Cruiser Bank Repossession. Open Cockpit is ready for a large crowd or awesome fishing groups with its spacious cockpit and roomy interior. Balt prep station/ wet bar, in-deck fish box. Twin MerCruisers Inboards. $59,000. Make an offer. In Chester, MD. See pictures at Clarkslanding.com, (800) 442-7601.

330 Sea Ray Sundancer '96 T310 Mercruisers, Kohler gen., Garmin GPS, AC/Heat, micro., color TV/VHS, stereo, all factory extras, only 450 hrs., new tune-up $45,900. (443)3244938 dann@islandpilot.com

34' Mirage Sportfish '04 Twin Merc 225HP 4 Strokes Very well maintained & LOADED, Great electronics package, Sleeps 4, A/C, Plenty of sportfishing options, $100,000. www.compositeyacht.biz, (410)476-4414

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34’ Albin Aft Cabin Hard Top MY $59,000 – Very rare boat. Full salon & fly bridge, lower helm, bow thruster, 250hp Cummins dsl, gen, Air, radar, Many recent upgrades - a must see trawler. Call Tony Tumas: day or evening (443) 553-5046. www. greatblueyachts.com; email: tony@greatblueyachts.com.

34' Formula PC '99 A well built boat with plenty of sex appeal! Sleeps 6, both staterooms have privacy curtains. Entire aft section of cockpit can be turned into a giant sunken sunpad. Good performer, cruises at 23 knots. $110,000 Gratitude Yachting Center ( 4 1 0 ) 6 3 9 - 7 1 1 1 www.gratitudeyachting.com 34’ Mariner Orient ’02 Exceptional upgrades, Single Cummins diesel, Upper & lower Helm, Bow & Stern Thrusters $175,000 Call (410) 827-9090 or www.knot10.com 34’ Sea Ray 340 Impeccably kept and truly turn key. Just 200 hrs on FWC 8.1 Mercs and generator. Not many boats this clean. $134,000 Call (410) 8279090 or www.knot10.com 35’ Donzi 35ZF Daytona ‘01 $64,900 This 35 Donzi rare w/ 2003 Mercury Racing 250XS Optimax outboards. Under 400 hrs, unmatched by either 225 Optis or 250 EFIs. Optional Daytona package w/higher level of equipment & appearance upgrades. Ned Dozier, The Yacht Group (800) 827-8089. 35’ Marlago Cuddy ‘05 Dark Green Awlgrip, 114 hrs on 275 Verados, Trailer, full covers & electronics. Owner moving up, looking for offers. $119,000. Call Ned Dozier, The Yacht Group, (443) 995-0732, www.theyachtgroup. com

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35’ Marlago Cuddy ‘99 $68,500 Enormous electronics package, (sonar, EPIRB, etc.) Myco trailer, 2 sets of canvas. 351 hrs on 250 Mercs. Call Ned Dozier, The Yacht Group, (443) 995-0732, www.theyachtgroup.com 35’ Cruisers Yachts 330 Express Two Volvo 8.1 Penta gas, 375 hp. Well-equipped with creature comforts. Call for details and price on this great boat. In Shady Side, MD. More boats at Clarkslanding.com, (800) 4427601.

35’ Doral 350 Sportcruiser ’95 All the options! Bow Thruster, AC/Gen., TV/VCR, ice maker, fridge, full galley, GPS plotter, trim tabs, power bow spotlight, elect. windlass, two staterooms, Mercruiser 7.2l engines, 24k cruise/33.4k top speed. $39,900. All reasonable offers encouraged. 100’s of Photos @ www.yachtview.com John Kaiser (443) 223-7864 cell anytime

35’ Maxum ’04 Rare dsl powered model cruises at 27mph with a 16 gph fuel burn. Two staterooms and clean. $129,500 Call (410) 827-9090 or www.knot10.com

35’ Tiara Open ’02 Twin dsl, hardtop, dark interior. Lift kept and ready for a serious buyer to step aboard. $199,000 Call (410) 827-9090 or www.knot10.com

35’ Tiara Open ’02 All the right options; low hrs on turbo Cummins; upgraded electronics & canvas; shed kept; meticulous care; best on the market today. Asking only $199,000 Contact Rick Casali 410-279-5309 or rickc@noyceyachts.com

35 Albin TE SF '01 Cum370s 42 Legacy Sdn '06 Cummins 31 Pursuit '94 Mercru454s 28 Albin TE '98 Cum300 (410) 990-0404 nickc@yachtfindersannapolis.com 36’ Seahorse Trawler ‘07 LOA 40’ beam 12’6” draft2’6” Cummins 270 dsl 250 hrs. Two double cabins & two heads/ showers. Ask $299,000 Geoffrey@ agyg.com www.agyg.com 36’ Twin Vee ‘06 Ocean Cat Weekender with T-250 HP Suzuki 4-stroke O/Bs, custom hardtop w/full enclosure, cabin w/queen, radar. $94,500 Chesapeake Yacht Sales (804) 776-9898 or info@ cysboat.com

36’ Nauset Sedan Cruiser ‘03 High quality DownEast Yacht, lightly used, completely equipped for cruising, outstanding condition! Electronics duplicated helm/flybridge, single Cummins, Generator, Bowthruster, A/C. $249,000 Gratitude Yachting Center (410) 639-7111 www.gratitudeyachting.com

36’ Grand Banks ’86 Classic, single screw Lehman. Cruise equipped; generator, Heat/Air, Dsl heater, Davit system, more! Recently reduced: $139,850. Crusader YS (410) 269-0939, www.crusaderyachts.com

36' Jarvis Newman Pettegrow '88 None nicer. Repowered in '05 w/ 370 Yanmar; 15 knot cruise; thruster; genset; A/C; Espar; A/P; radar; 3 GPS/plotters. Price down to $199,000 Contact Rick Casali 410-279-5309 or rickc@noyceyachts.com

37’ Formula ‘04 Silver Imron, Twin Mercs & Bravo III drives, Bow Thruster, the 37’ is the blend of speed and luxury $156,000 Call (443) 650-0316 or www.knot10.com 37’ Formula PC ’06 $289,000. Volvo common rail DIESELS, low hrs, Bay usage. Beautiful one owner boat. Call Ned Dozier, The Yacht Group, (800) 827-8089. Trojan 11 Meter ’88 Two 454s. gem aor. radar. Call Tony Tumas: (443) 553-5046. www. greatblueyachts.com; email: tony@greatblueyachts.com, Visit our web: www.greatblueyachts. com

38’ Eastbay ‘01 Hardtop cruiser. Flag blue hull, one owner, low timeand helm A/C. Rides like a much larger boat. Very solid. $289,000. Call Bill @ Walczak Yacht 410-353-4712 proptalk.com

38’ Cruisers Yachts Express ’99 With Cat dsl power & many extras. Cherry interior, 2 staterooms and 2 heads w/ large salon & galley offer plenty of family space below. The 13’6” beam provides stability, safety, & lots of entertainment area for after hrs entertaining. Currently stored under cover & meticulously maintained. It does not get any better than this. Kadey-Krogen Yachts (800) 247-1230.

38' Marine Trader Tradewinds Sundeck ‘86 Good livability, little money! Twin Lehman 135's, 8.5kw Kohler Genset with low hours, new Norcold refrigerator, good instrumentation, knowledgeable owner. $99,000 Gratitude Yachting Center (410) 639-7111 www.gratitudeyachting.com

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38' Mast & Mallet/Wesmac Down East '02 $70,000 in upgrades; Bristol condition; 440 Yanmar; bowthruster; new genset; new A/C heat; new electronics; new Awlgrip. $299,500 Contact Rick Casali 410-279-5309 or rickc@noyceyachts.com 38’ Meridian 381 ’03 Sedan Bridge Lewmar windlass, full bridge enclosure, Kohler generator, auto fire ext system, converter, Raymarine electronics RL 70C GPS/Plotter closed, Array radar, ST40 depth finder, VCI flat panel computer w/tide and chart, equipped galley, salon & staterooms. $159,000. In Chester, MD. See pictures at Clarkslanding. com,, (800) 442-7601.

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Both listings available for your inspection in Annapolis 41’ Meridian 411 ‘03 Flybridge Sedan Sake Maru lift kept, beautiful condition, only 411 hours on Cummins 370 hp diesels, 600 on generator. Spacious layout for cruising or living aboard. Inventory includes Onan 11kw Generator, docking on command system, full canvas, bridge auto pilot, Radar and Color GPS plotter and more. $199K 100’s of Photos @ www.yachtview.com John Kaiser (443) 223-7864 cell anytime Santa Cruz 41 ‘06 Express Cruiser With jet drive, gorgeous mahogany interior, centerline masterberth. Rare chance to own this retro classic owned by the shipbuilders family. $699,000 Call Noelle Semmes (443) 871-9211 www.agyg.com

2003 41’ Meridian 411 Flybridge Sedan Sake Maru. Lift kept, beautiful condition, only 411 hours on Cummins 370hp diesels. Bow and stern thrusters. Spacious layout. $199,000

John Kaiser 2005 29’ Chaparral Signature Lots of custom features including 10K custom hard top. Extended warranty on boat and engines until 2010. Like New! $71,900.

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42’ Custom Bay Built ‘03 KIWI Solid fiberglass and shallow draft! Twin 420 Caterpillar dsls w/ Hamilton Jet drives! Draws 20” at rest and 10” when running. 20 knot plus cruise speed and 30 knots @WOT. This is a very unique boat with all the best equipment. Onan 9 KW generator, AC & Heat, Furuno electronics, dual helm stations, windlass, outriggers, etc. Perfect for the Chesapeake, ICW or Bahamas. Built by the well respected Phil Jones on Hooper’s Island. Asking $329,000. Contact marc Thomas - Luke Brown Yachts - (410) 991- 0939 or Marc@ LukeBrown.com 42’ Grand Banks ‘92 Comfortable live aboard - economic cruising boat - bow thruster - new Northstar 6000i - and new Avon 10’ RIB - brightwork covers - $310,000 - John McDevitt - Bluewater Yacht Sales - (610) 220-5619. 42’ Krogen Pilothouse Trawler ‘87 Very rare mid-ship master stateroom, stabilized, epoxy bottom, washer/dryer, dinghy, water maker and complete electronics. Excellent value. Located Annapolis. Kadey-Krogen Yachts (800) 247-1230. 42’ Cruisers Yachts 4050 Express Motor Yacht ’03 w/ Yanmar dsl power, less than 200 hrs, full hard top w/cockpit air/ heat and many extras. Cherry interior with 2 staterooms and 2 heads along w/full galley & wide open salon w/plenty of natural lighting provide the new owner w/ lots of living space. This boat has cockpit space galore & cruises at 20 knots while sipping fuel. KadeyKrogen Yachts (800) 247-1230. 42’ Riviera Flybridge ’05 $499,000. 635hp Cummins QSM11s make it the fastest ever. Stidds, Sat TV, custom props, fish rigged but cruised only. Very custom, very nice. Call Ned Dozier, The Yacht Group, (800) 827-8089.

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42’ Jones ’97 Cummins 635HP, Full Electronics, 6 Pack, Easy Conversion to Passenger Vessel, Built & Ready to Fish $179,900 (410) 476-4414 www.compositeyacht.biz

42’ Jones ‘00 575 HP Diesel, Gen-set, A/C & Heat, Full Electronics, 6 Pack, Ready to Fish or Cruise. $239,000 www.compositeyacht.biz. (410) 476-4414 42’ Cruisers Yachts Express ’99 one owner, lift kept, Cat dsl power, low hrs w/ many extras & options. Lightly used in the Chesapeake Bay this proven winner has cherry interior, 2 staterooms, and 2 heads for the cruising couple w/friends or family. 14’ beam, raised spacious helm, and large cockpit space provide more than enough entertainment area. Ready to go. Kadey-Krogen Yachts (800) 247-1230. 42’ Krogen Pilothouse Trawler ’95 Widebody model. This is a real waterman’s boat. Original owner. Maintained to high standards. Meticulous records & logs. Benefit from the owner’s extensive knowledge & experience. Located Solomons. Kadey-Krogen Yachts (800) 247-1230 43’ Carver ACMY ’96 $189,900 Twin Cummins, Air, gen, radar, pilot. Call Tony Tumas: day or evening (443) 553-5046. www. greatblueyachts.com; email: tony@greatblueyachts.com, Visit our web: www.greatblueyachts. com

43’ Eastbay ’02 Extremely well equipped comes w/extended warranties on engines. Ready for a new adventure. Call for pricing. Contact Ken Comerford at Ken@ NorthPointYachtsSales.com or (410) 280-2038.

43’ Eastbay EX ’00 Kelly’s Catch Beautiful soft top express cruiser w/low hr CAT dsls, 25 knot cruise speed, 8kw Onan, dripless shaft seals, extensive electronics, flat screen TVs, DVD, Bose, CD, Stidd seats, windlass , 6 person life raft, covers for everything, A/C in helm area. Two staterooms, teak & holly sole, opening ports & overhead hatches for great ventilation. Recent Flag Blue hull paint & new non skid as well. Aggressively priced to sell at $359,000 Contact Marc Thomas (410) 991-0939 or Marc@LukeBrown.com

43’ Eastbay HX43 ‘02 Mint! Loaded with standard factory/custom options. See what inside storage is about! Prepped for 2010 season! $535,000 Crusader YS (410) 269-0939 www.crusaderyachts.com 43’ Wellcraft ’87 Portofino Express, twin 454 Chevys w/360 hrs, new radar w/GPS & depth, new canvas, 7.5-Kw genset, many other upgrades, call for more details, Sea Scouts, $60K obo, James Klimek, (240) 271-4631, jk3043@aol.com.

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

44' TIARA Sovran 2005 Fully equipped enclosed hardtop cruiser with QSM11 Cummins, two staterooms, two heads, 10 kW Genset, 3 A/C, Bow Thruster. Priced to sell at $379,900. Sunset Harbor Marina 410-687-7290 45’IndependenceTrawler‘97 LOA 45’ beam 14’6” draft 5’ Twin Cummins 250 dsls 750 hrs. Great live aboard cruiser for the islands and ICW. Ask $435,000 Geoffrey@ agyg.com www.agyg.com 45’ Californian Aft Cabin ’90 $185,900 This well-maintained, highly updated Californian is now on the market. Featuring the upgraded 3208TA Caterpillars, Satellite TV, a RIB tender, updated electronics and interior, she is ready to go cruising now. Do not miss this boat! Call Ned Dozier, The Yacht Group (800) 827-8089.

45’ Cherubini ’01 Trawler Unique custom interior. Beautiful blue awlgrip hull. AC, genset, Espar furnace, cruising comfort, electronics galore! $395,000 Crusader Yacht Sales (410) 269-0939 www.crusaderyachts.com

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46' Carman '01 TWIN John Deere 375HP, USCG Cert. 36 Passenger + 2 Crew, Fully Equipped Inside & Out, No Expense Spared, Incredibly Priced @ $269,900 (410) 476-4414 www.compositeyacht.biz

46’ Cruisers ’06 Hardtop Volvo 480 dsls, washer/dryer, thruster, two staterooms, $415,000. Call (410) 827-9090 or www.knot10.com

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

46' Grand Banks Europa '01 "Geronimo" has been maintained to the highest standards since new. Optional 435 HP 3208TA CAT diesels provide a fast cruise speed as well as a very economical displacement cruise speed. Naiad stabilizers, extensive electronics, watermaker, Aqua Drive, 24 volt Side-Power bow thruster, Novurania RIB with 25 HP Yamaha, and much more. This fresh water Europa is turn key! Trades considered. Asking $597,500 Offered by Luke Brown Yachts - Contact Marc Thomas (410) 991-0939 or Marc@LukeBrown.com 46’ Grand Banks Europa ’02 $629,000. Twin 3208 Cats with only 350 hrs. Beautiful boat, teak just done. At our docks. Call Paul Lippincott, The Yacht Group, (800) 827-8089.

46’ Markley ’05 Built to fish and charter ready, Full electronics, John Deere diesel, Fishing gear goes with sale, $229K, (410) 476-4414 www.compositeyacht.biz 46’ Pacemaker Flush Deck MY ’78 $189,900 Twin Detroits, Gen, Air, Call Tony Tumas: day or evening (443) 553-5046. www. greatblueyachts.com; email: tony@greatblueyachts.com, Visit our web: www.greatblueyachts. com, 46’ Sea Ray Express ’89 Must sell, Make offer! Extra clean, ever popular Sea Ray express. This boat is mint cond. w/extremely low hrs (300), on the durable 3208 Cats. She is in the water and located in Seaford Delaware. One hour from our office. The Yacht Group (800) 8278089.

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47’ Riviera M470 Excalibur, ’02, ’05, 496 Mercs, both lift kept, both in amazing condition. 50 MPH speed in utmost luxury. The perfect move into cruising for the fast boat enthusiast. Call Ned Dozier, The Yacht Group. (800) 827-8089 48’ Chris Craft Catalina ’87 $169,900, Heavily updated in past three years. Kept under cover. 3208 Cats. Beautiful boat. Call Ned Dozier, The Yacht Group, (800) 827-8089 . 48’ Krogen Whaleback ’00 The Whaleback is the biggest 48’ boat on the water – 3 staterooms, 2 heads, saloon & galley all on one level. Ship-like pilothouse with 360° visibility. AC and separate dsl heat. Fully found & ready-to-go. Located Solomons Kadey-Krogen Yachts (800) 247-1230.

49’ Selene ‘07 As a Next Generation Selene, she features extra height in the engine room, the Cruiser Stern, and other features that distinguish her as a Selene for serious cruisers. Immaculately kept and well equipped. Contact John Dennison (410) 280-0006 john@seleneannapolis.com 50’ Navigator ‘96 Three stateroom, 2 head layout economical Volvo Diesels - 2 helm positions - great boat for entertaining - $225,000 - John McDevitt - Bluewater Yacht Sales - (610) 220-5619. 50’ Bestway ’87 Volvo dsls, shed kept, stabilizers, and an EZ2CY enclosure. Great layout to cruise or live on. $224,000 Call (410) 827-9090 or www.knot10. com

2004 Selene 48 A turnkey vessel. Lovingly maintained. Fully equipped for long range cruising and a comfortable live-aboard lifestyle. This is a must see vessel. Selene Annapolis (410) 280-0006 john@seleneannapolis.com Sunseeker 48 Superhawk ’99 Completely restored, new triple engines, hull side paint, cockpit Vinyl & cushions, Instrumentation. Nicest on the Market. No money spared. $159,000 www.agyg. com

50’ Carver 504 ’99 Only 214 hrs on Cummins dsls, best priced one on the market. Easy to see at our docks. Call Jim Lascaris at The Yacht Group, (800) 827-8089.

50' Cherubini Independence '03 Thoughtfully equipped with the best! Extremely comfortable cruising yacht. Twin Yanmar diesel engines, Northern Lights Generator, washer/dryer, hydronic heat, A/C, full size refig/freezer, and a Jacuzzi Tub just to highlight a few features. $949,000 Gratitude Yachting Center (410) 639-7111 www.gratitudeyachting.com

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52' Menorquin 160 '04 Looking for luxurious, live aboard or weekend trips with accommodations to sleep 8? This yacht has semi-displacement hull with a full keel, twin diesel engines for a top end of 18 knots. Beautifully maintained throughout and well equipped. $795,000 Gratitude Yachting Center (410) 639-7111 www.gratitudeyachting.com 53’ Hatteras ’79 Great live aboard, loaded. New bottom & barrier coat. Top end rebuilds, Stabilizers, Genset, washer/dryer, AC, diesel heater, more $269,000 Crusader YS (410) 269-0939, www.crusaderyachts.com

53’ Selene ‘03 The only twin engine, three stateroom layout available. In excellent condition and ready to cruise. New Awlgrip paint! Contact John Dennison (410) 280-0006 john@seleneannapolis.com

54’ Vicem Down East FBMY ’06 Absolutely perfect in every way; 2 staterooms; 2 heads; price reduction of $100,000 to $899,000. Bring offers. Rick Casali 410-2795309 or rickc@noyceyachts.com

54’ Vicem Classic ’06 Is a prime example of a beautiful “Down East” Yacht. Original owner, custom built for family cruising, and powered by low hour MAN 800 hp diesels providing 30 knot speeds. With her beautiful woodwork and very high end fit and finish, she commands attention in any harbor. This New England boat is stored out of water and under cover and she is in “as new” condition. Price upon request. Offered by Luke Brown Yachts - Contact Marc Thomas (410) 991-0939 or Marc@LukeBrown.com 55’ Fairline ‘00 Three stateroom, 2 heads - 2 helm stations - new electronics, shaft seals, exhausts - 25 knot cruise - owners have spared no expense - $525,000 John McDevitt - Bluewater Yacht Sales - (610) 220-5619.

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

57’ Selene ‘06 Loaded with the best equipment and ready to take you wherever your heart desires.This long range cruiser is economical, handles easily and is comfortable in any conditions. Contact John Dennison (410) 280-0006 john@seleneannapolis.com

58’ 2005 V58 Viking hardtop express cruiser T/Caterpillars 3 staterooms and effectively priced asking $820,000. Chris @ Walczak Yacht. 443-926-1278. 56' Alden Grand Saloon Express '97 Twilight was built for Royalty! With Alden’s renowned C. Raymond Hunt deep-V high performance hull fitted, with the upgraded & preferred 660 HP CAT 3196E dsls, & 5 bladed props, produce a fast 20 knot plus cruise speed in most any sea conditions. Two staterooms with 2 heads, exquisite teak woodwork w/elegant raised panels hand-built by Alden craftsmen! New Awlgrip Carinthia blue paint job. Trades considered $650,000 Offered by Luke Brown Yachts - Contact Marc Thomas (410) 991-0939 or Marc@LukeBrown.com

Outer Reef 63 ‘09 New boat w/ warranties, three strm, stabilizers, CAT C-9’s, hydraulic bow and stern thrusters. Special pricing on instock model. Call Noelle Semmes (443) 871-9211 www.agyg.com

65' Marlow Explorer '01 "Never Better" Caterpillar 3406E diesels just overhauled January 2010, Northern Lights 12 & 20 Kw generators - both recently overhauled, Naiad stabilizers, KVH phone and TV, watermaker and much more. Master stateroom, with private access from the salon, has adjoining office and split head arrangement. Two guest staterooms, with ensuite heads, are forward. Crew quarters for two, with a full head, are aft. Asking $1,495,000. Trades considered. Offered by Luke Brown Yachts - Contact Marc Thomas (410) 991-0939 or Marc@LukeBrown.com

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

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INDEX OF ADVERTISERS Accon Marine, LLC........................ 16

Fairview Marina.............................. 32

Pettit Paint....................................... 54

acconmarine.com

fairviewmarina.com

pettitmarine.com

American Global Yacht Group....... 14

Fawcett Boat Supplies....................... 3

Queen Anne Marina........................ 30

namg.net

fawcettboat.com

queenannemarina.com

Annapolis Harbor Boat Yard.......... 11

Gratitude Yachting Center.............. 19

Sarles Boatyard & Marina.............. 36

annapolisharbor.net

gratitudeyachtingcenter.com

Annapolis Inflatables...................... 49

sarlesboatyard.com

Hartge Insurance............................. 56

Selby Bay Marina........................... 34

dinghyparts.com

hartgeinsurance.com

selbybaymarina.com

Boatyard Bar & Grill Tournament.... 4

Hartge Yacht Harbor....................... 29

Shipwright Harbor.......................... 30

boatyardbarandgrill.com

hartgeyachtharbor.com

shipwrightharbormarina.com

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Hartge Yacht Yard.......................... 36

Skipjack Cove Marina..................... 76

boatyardbarandgrill.com

hartgeyard.com

skipjackcove.com

Boatyard Film Series....................... 26

Inner Harbor East Marina............... 37

Smith’s Marina................................ 34

boatyardbarandgrill.com

innerharboreastmarina.com

smithsmarina.com

Campbells Boatyard........................ 37

John Bildahl Photography............... 42

campbellboatyard.com

bildahlphotography.com

St. Michaels Harbour Inn and Marina. 31

Chesapeake Ranger Tugs................ 13

Kadey-Krogen................................... 7

harbourinn.com

chesranger.com

kadeykrogen.com

Stur-Dee Boat Company................. 56

Clarks Landing................................ 17

Kent Island Kayaks......................... 42

stur-deeboat.com

clarkslanding.com

kentisland.cc

Sunset Harbor Marina..................... 16

Coastal Climate Control.................... 8

Knot 10 Yacht Sales Inc................. 75

sunsetharbor.com

coastalclimatecontrol.com

knot10.com

Coastal Properties............................. 5

Martini Yacht Sales......................... 33

Teleflex............................................. 2

coastal-properties.com

martiniyachtsales.com

White Rocks Marina & Boatyard... 18

Composite Yacht............................. 43

MAS Epoxies.................................. 56

whiterocksmarina.com

compositeyacht.biz

masepoxies.com

Wooden Boat Restoration Company...57

Coppercoat USA............................. 43

Maryland Boatbuilders Expo.......... 23

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coppercoatusa.com

sailwindscambridge.com

Yacht Group, The............................ 63

Crusader Yacht Sales...................... 67

MD Department of Natural Resources... 32

theyachtgroup.com

crusaderyachts.com

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Yacht View Brokerage.................... 57

Delaware City Marina..................... 49

North Point Yacht Sales.................... 9

yachtview.com

delawarecitymarina.biz

northpointyachtsales.com

Zimmerman Marine........................ 15

Eastport Yacht Company................ 27

Noyce Yachts.................................. 27

zimmermanmarine.com

eastportyacht.com

noyceyachts.com

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Chesapeake Classic Me and My Shad

Shad fishing on the Potomac, circa 1920. Photo courtesy of shorpy.com.

aders? Check. Skiff? Check. Cigarettes? Check. Little did he know heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d become a Chesapeake Classic 90 years later.

In 1920 on the Potomac, this basket of shad was probably not in the mix when bean counters estimated that eight million pounds of shad were caught in the Chesapeake Bay. From colonial times to the 1930s, shad fishing was the dominant commercial fishery on the Bay, peaking at about 17 million pounds at the turn of the century. American shad were the number one most valuable commercially landed finfish in 1920. Not so today. Just like successful anglers, wild shad keep close tabs on the seasons. Come spring, they leave the mid-Atlantic and swim hundreds of miles to spawn in the freshwater spots where they themselves hatched, such as the tidal and brackish waters of the Potomac in Washington, DC. Each female releases up to 300,000 eggs for males to fertilize. The eggs drift with the current, and after about five days, they hatch as larvae. Juveniles spend the summer in those waters. By fall, they swim to the Atlantic Ocean and join schools from up north. After spawning, most adult females die, because they lack the fat reserves to return to the sea. The lucky ones spend the summer along the Atlantic coast. The thought of releasing these beauties to help a species out probably never entered this anglerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mind. For more about shad restoration efforts, visit livingclassroomsdc.org/shadrestoration.htm. This photo is part of a collection of glass negatives that Herbert A. French donated to the National Photo Company in 1947 (loc.gov). If you know who the shad fisherman is, drop us a line at ruth@proptalk.com.

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2005 Cruisers 520 Loaded, Volvo D12’s! $499,500

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2006 Cruisers 460 480 Volvo’s, hyd. lift! $415,000

2004 Cruisers 455 Volvo 480’s, 3 staterooms! $339,000

2006 Regal 4460 Yanmar diesel, loaded! $349,000

2006 Sea Ray 44 SB Mint, pewter hull! $345,000

1996 Trojan 440 Cat Rebuild, Great Space $149,900

1999 Post 42 Convertible Impeccable, custom interior! $299,000

2001 Silverton 42C Thruster, Cummins! $199,500

2007 Regal 4060 Every option, IPS diesels! $329,000

1999 Formula 400SS Impeccable, great price! $110,000

2004 Sea Ray 390 MY All options, ready for offers! $325,000

2003 Silverton 39 MY Priced right, clean boat! $165,000

2004 Formula 37PC Thruster, silver Imron, loaded! $157,000

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1999 Sea Ray 370 AC Diesels, Washer/Dryer $159,000

2004 Maxum 3500SY At our office, diesels! $129,900

2009 Tiara 3500 Sovran IPS, save big vs. a new one! $369,000

55’ Bluewater ’91............... $195,000 53’ Hatteras ’73 ................. $125,000 50’ Bestway CPMY ’87 ....... $224,000 50’ Sea Ray SD ’95 ............. $189,000 50’ Sea Ray SD ’94 ............. $149,900 45’ Chris Craft CM ’72 ........ $ 58,500 45’ Sea Ray SD ’98 ............. $169,000 44’ Cruisers 4450 ’01 ......... $239,000 41’ Maxum SCA ’00............ $172,500 41’ Marinette Conv ............ $122,000 41’ Miami Conv ’61 ............ $ 85,000 41’ Regal 4160 ’00 ............. $180,000

40’ Rinker ’08 .................... $299,000 40’ Sea Ray SD ’98 ............. $164,000 40’ Sea Ray SB ’96 ............. $159,500 39’ Carver 396 ’00 .............. $189,000 39’ Donzi ZSC ’02 ............... $187,500 38’ Regal 3880 ’05 ............. $197,000 38’ Regal 3880 ’05 ............. $218,000 38’ Regal 3880 ’03 ............. $174,900 37’ Pro Kat 3660 ’07 .......... $199,900 37’ Cruisers 375 ’04 ........... $195,000 37’ Cruisers 370 ’05 ........... $179,900 37’ Formula PC ’02 ............. $164,700

37’ Maxum SCR ’00 ............ $ 79,900 37’ Maxum SCR ’98 ............ $ 98,000 37’ Egg Harbor ’91 ............. $ 75,000 37’ Four Winns 378 ’04 ...... $149,000 37’ Sea Ray AC ’99 ............. $139,000 37’ Sea Ray SB ’94 ............. $ 74,900 35’ Mariner Seville ’06 ....... $215,000 35’ Silverton 35MY ’03 ...... $164,900 35’ Silverton 351 ’00.......... $ 98,500 35’ Tiara 3500 ’02 .............. $199,000 33’ Silverton 330 ’00.......... $ 79,000

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