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| This is the latest computerized Model for Hurricane Katia (9/6/2011) All computer models have Katia headed out to sea Hmmmm, we may not be out of the woods yet ! 9/7/2011 Whew! |
Monday, September 5, 2011
Holding My Breath, Hoping That This Hurricane Track Is Accurate! Update!!
Sailboat Falls Prey To Giant Spiders Web
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| Kent, Kent, are you in there? |
They have very big spiders on the Barnegat, this happens to be the area from which I sail. I'm glad that one of the Arachnids chose Kent's boat and not mine. Here you can see that his sailboat has been entrapped by the spiders huge web, no one has seen or heard from Kent since, although we have heard some strange noises coming from below decks. Click on the picture twice for a closeup, perhaps you can help us find him.
Actually, this was Kent's way of preparing for Hurricane Irene. From the picture, you can see that his boat survived.
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Ut OH! Here We Go Again?
Baydog, you better clean your gutters again and lay in a good supply of pickeled onions.
http://hurricane.terrapin.com/ATL-12A/ctrack.html
http://hurricane.terrapin.com/ATL-12A/ctrack.html
Survivors Of Irene
During my sail yesterday , I could not help but notice that the Birds have returned and all seems well, at least for the birds that dwell above the high tide line.
Osprey's and Sea Gulls are well adapted to adversity and these photos show just that.
Incidentally, the proximity that I was able to achieve to these birds, is a direct effect of a center board craft, such as the Marshall Sanderling with her 18" draft. The water here is 2' deep!
Osprey's and Sea Gulls are well adapted to adversity and these photos show just that.
Incidentally, the proximity that I was able to achieve to these birds, is a direct effect of a center board craft, such as the Marshall Sanderling with her 18" draft. The water here is 2' deep!
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| Storm Shelter for the lowly Sea Gull |
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| What, me worry? |
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| Gimme your best shot! |
Post Irene, Good For Some, Terrible For Others.
As Hurricanes go, Irene was not too bad, for some that is, for others it was a complete nightmare.
For example, at the Boat Yard where I have a boat and many friends that have boats, we were all apprehensive about the potential for damage beyond immediate and inexpensive repair. Our worries, after a night of South Easterlies, before the wind veered to the N then to the West, were for our little craft tied helplessly to wooden piles driven into thick mud. We had no idea whether our stout dock lines would measure up to such a storm. We expected NE winds as the Storm came up the Coast, it faked us out, we were pelted with rain and very stiff winds from the SE. SE, isn't that what causes flooding here at our Marina? You Betchum! That is exactly what happened, electricity went out early so people that were prepared with pumps were rendered impotent, they flooded and had to resort to generaters or any means of getting the water to abate.
My one friend in Lawrenceville, Baydog, thought that clean gutters would solve the problem, as you can see by his Blog he had far more to worry about. I assume that after fixing the problem and a few Gibson's later he is in a good place. http://829southdrive.blogspot.com/
You Go Baydog!
I have included a brief video to show you how very lucky we were with, boats in the water, electricity out, and at sea level! Enjoy!!
For example, at the Boat Yard where I have a boat and many friends that have boats, we were all apprehensive about the potential for damage beyond immediate and inexpensive repair. Our worries, after a night of South Easterlies, before the wind veered to the N then to the West, were for our little craft tied helplessly to wooden piles driven into thick mud. We had no idea whether our stout dock lines would measure up to such a storm. We expected NE winds as the Storm came up the Coast, it faked us out, we were pelted with rain and very stiff winds from the SE. SE, isn't that what causes flooding here at our Marina? You Betchum! That is exactly what happened, electricity went out early so people that were prepared with pumps were rendered impotent, they flooded and had to resort to generaters or any means of getting the water to abate.
My one friend in Lawrenceville, Baydog, thought that clean gutters would solve the problem, as you can see by his Blog he had far more to worry about. I assume that after fixing the problem and a few Gibson's later he is in a good place. http://829southdrive.blogspot.com/
You Go Baydog!
I have included a brief video to show you how very lucky we were with, boats in the water, electricity out, and at sea level! Enjoy!!
Saturday, August 27, 2011
Calm Before The Storm!
The 2011 Duck Boat Worlds is now history, a good time was had by all, the wind finally coperated and Quack Mire is in hibernation for another year.
The weather forcasters are predicting doom and gloom from Irene(hope not) and LeeMarie has been prepared to battle the elements as best as could be without taking her out of the water. She faces North and if the Storm comes by way of NE, she should be able to deal with the onslaught. Winds on Sunday are predicted to turn NW then W, each of these senarios is more positive than if the winds were to turn South.
In the meantime, waiting for the storm, Lee Marie is enjoying some very calm water!
The weather forcasters are predicting doom and gloom from Irene(hope not) and LeeMarie has been prepared to battle the elements as best as could be without taking her out of the water. She faces North and if the Storm comes by way of NE, she should be able to deal with the onslaught. Winds on Sunday are predicted to turn NW then W, each of these senarios is more positive than if the winds were to turn South.
In the meantime, waiting for the storm, Lee Marie is enjoying some very calm water!
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| At rest, for now!! |
Friday, August 26, 2011
Duck Boat Worlds Is Over...We Did GooD
With the threat of Hurricane Irene looming over the Bay, the Duck Boat Worlds sailed on in an abbreviated form. Morning races only, however, I am very pleased to report that the entry prepared by Marie Darling and I finished the truncated event in 3rd, 5th, and 17th place respectively. Our Skipper Tyler represented himself, Marie and I and the Friends Of Belmar Harbor with distinction. Our hats are off to Tyler! Way to go Tyler, bragging rights are yours, you kicked butt.
We also, because of our efforts to prepare and maintain this boat is good sailing condition, earned a 1000.00 charitable donation for the Friends Of Belmar Bay. This donation is generously provided by The Duck Boat Foundation, sponsored by Peter Kellogg.
THIS JUST IN, OUR SKIPPER FINISHED 6TH OUT OF 72 BOATS OVERALL!!!!!!
We have many pictures for your perusal and enjoyment. Click on any picture for a close up view.
We also, because of our efforts to prepare and maintain this boat is good sailing condition, earned a 1000.00 charitable donation for the Friends Of Belmar Bay. This donation is generously provided by The Duck Boat Foundation, sponsored by Peter Kellogg.
THIS JUST IN, OUR SKIPPER FINISHED 6TH OUT OF 72 BOATS OVERALL!!!!!!
We have many pictures for your perusal and enjoyment. Click on any picture for a close up view.
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| Getting ready to launch |
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| Night before |
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| Final preparations |
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| Russ and Speedwell |
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| Aahhh, the lift is free |
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| Let's go, launch already |
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| The Lineup |
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| Our entry and our Skipper Tyler, Rt |
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| Quack Mire |
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| Marie Darling Co-volunteer and our Skipper Tyler |
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| Fibre Glass version |
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| Peter Kellogg, the reason why this series is so successful and long lived and Marie Darling |
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| Hill 13 our entry heading out |
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| No worries!!!! 3rd, 5th, and 17th. 17, what the F@#$ |
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| Boat after boat headed to the start |
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| A Hybrid? Russ and his Sprit Sail rig |
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| Telephoto view |
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| Quack Mire and Tyler from afar |
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| There's Russ again |
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
DUCK BOAT Quack Mire!...is finished and prepared for Friday's race.
After several weeks of scraping, sanding, filling and painting, Quack Mire is finally in the water to swell any planks that might have let water seep into the bilge. She was very dry after three hours and we don't expect her to get any worse, just better.
We have enlisted a young Sailor by the name of Tyler who will sail her to victory or, at least, to the finish line. Tomorrow night is the pre race judging and party to kick off the Duck Boat Worlds, then Friday, weather permitting is the Duck Boat Worlds, a cheerful and fun time on the water including some very competitive sailing tactics.
Marie Darling and I put in many long hours getting this boat ready to help The Friends Of Belmar Harbor. a club that offers many sailing activities for youngsters. We are hoping that Quack Mire qualifies for a charitable contribution from the Duck Boat foundation, any contribution would be turned over to Friends Of Belmar Bay.
Here are some pictures of our entry Quack Mire:
We have enlisted a young Sailor by the name of Tyler who will sail her to victory or, at least, to the finish line. Tomorrow night is the pre race judging and party to kick off the Duck Boat Worlds, then Friday, weather permitting is the Duck Boat Worlds, a cheerful and fun time on the water including some very competitive sailing tactics.
Marie Darling and I put in many long hours getting this boat ready to help The Friends Of Belmar Harbor. a club that offers many sailing activities for youngsters. We are hoping that Quack Mire qualifies for a charitable contribution from the Duck Boat foundation, any contribution would be turned over to Friends Of Belmar Bay.
Here are some pictures of our entry Quack Mire:
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| Marie, the touch up Queen |
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| Red, White and Blue |
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| Ugly Duckling, NOT! |
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| That's me, I'm done. |
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| Proud to be involved |
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| Happy it's done |
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| What's better than a boat that floats?...A boat that does not leak. |
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| Quack Mire, in all her glory! |
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| Waiting for the soak. |
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Irene, Potential Major Hurricane, Headed Our Way?
http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/graphics_at4.shtml?5-daynl#contents
I have included a site that tracks Hurricanes and provides a tremendous amount of information about wind, rainfall and tracking.
My motorcycle trip to the mountains is on hold, we will see how the Duckboat Worlds will be affected and preparations have to be made to secure the boats in the yard.
Much work to be done! Cross your fingers and do whatever you do to apease the god's for good weather.
http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/graphics_at4.shtml?5-daynl#contents
I have included a site that tracks Hurricanes and provides a tremendous amount of information about wind, rainfall and tracking.
My motorcycle trip to the mountains is on hold, we will see how the Duckboat Worlds will be affected and preparations have to be made to secure the boats in the yard.
Much work to be done! Cross your fingers and do whatever you do to apease the god's for good weather.
http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/graphics_at4.shtml?5-daynl#contents
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