Xmas at Home

Pat and Chris

Home sweet Home

Pat, Chris, Heather

Our grandson, Camerson Heather

and Dodger

The work shop

Alot of stuff from other three boats, never know when you will need something.

Old vs. Young

When I was 32, Chris was about to experiecne his first trip on
our Westerley in the Mobjack. At that time, I could hold him on my shoulders.

And here is the same, but quite older man and his boat. Insterad of being on my boat, Chris is taking my picture. Not much work on the boat. I will be adding other pictures, soon. Happy New Year

Past meetings - November 29, 2007

Just heard back from Lin and Larry Pardey. Had not seen them since 1998 at Fishing Bay. Though we did not talk much, I enjoyed the brief encounter. I would highly recommend all sailors to vist their site.
http://www.landlpardey.com/

Happy Thanksgiving

Turkey Day - Chris, Heather and Cameron came over for as usual a great meal by Pat. Chris moved some heavy items for me that I had left until he had a chance to help.

Bulkhead Aft - November 19,2007

I cut out a pattern from blue foam board, 1/4 ", and after much correcting and adding pieces by masking tape, I am ready to cut out of the marine plywood. I will need to make this a two piece installation, not because of fitting, but the width of the area. I want the have the strength by having grain run vertical, but the the area to cover is five feet. Prior to installing will seal wood with expoxy west system. Most likely use the old from six years ago. Though is no longer clear, really does not matter since will not be seen.

There are folks alot worst off than I am and still kicking. Anyway, I have to get this boat done.

Tack up wind

I found this in my wandering and appreciate the author, that is unknown at this time

Quote "A basic sloop rig with two six-ft cockpit seats and two good sized berths in the main cabin. The V-berth is only large enough for children. ( We use it for storage.) A delightful boat for "gunkholing" here in the Florida Keys. Run aground? With a 23 in. draft, just get out and push it off! The outboard's prop never gets near bottom. Sails nicely with just 140 genoa. Comfortable for two persons for overnite or several days. Limitations are ice and water. Added life lines, stern rail (used), roller furling, all new navigation lights, Origo single-burner alcohol stove, stern-mounted charcoal barbecue, compass, vhf, 10 gal. water tank, 12 gal. gas tank on aft deck of cockpit, awning, electric bilge pump, cassette stereo, used loran and used autopilot. Converted mast to internal halyards and lead them back to cockpit. Upgraded primary winches (with used ones) and put original primary winch on cabin top for halyards. Makes a nice comfortsble compact cruiser. WEAKNESSES: (1.) Both original u-bolt-style "chainplates" failed from cracks while under sail. Had to get new ones hand made for $85. (2.) Carry a spare tiller. I slipped and fell against mine, and it split right at the rudder. It's a weak design, and you can't get home without one. Overall, my wife and I love the boat. " Unquote