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Captain's Log :: Archived in "May 1, 2013"

Nautical Terms - A Fun Look

May 29, 2013

Ahoy The first in a series of four letter words commonly exchanged by skippers as their boats approach one another Bar Long. Low lying navigational hazard, usually awash, found at river mouths and harbour entrances, where it is composed of sand or mud, and ashore, where it is made of mahogany or some other dark wood. Sailors can be found in large numbers around both. Boom A Laterally…Read More

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Boating Destinations - Some Feedback

May 16, 2013

   Some feedback we received on the boating destination piece,  “The Beer Garden @ Harbor Point” was: “Where in the area can I take my boat and dock for an hour or two, grab lunch, ice cream, coffee, sandwich (eat in), and how do these places operate when arriving by boat ?       Do I need to call ahead to make a reservation for a slip?        Can I just show up ?      …Read More

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Americas Cup Countdown Begins

May 8, 2013

  Last year the 12 teams competing for the Americas  Cup were practice racing in 45 foot high speed catamarans. The actual 2013 challenger selection and cup match will be sailed in incredibly powerful 72 foot catamarans capable of 40-plus knot speeds. With the Cup races in San Francisco only 4 months away, the teams are setting up bases and practicing a new sailing technique called…Read More

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Boat Flag Etiquette

May 1, 2013

  It seems nautical traditions and nomenclature are disappearing as fast as new technologies are appearing !   Generations of mariners have created and followed a code of identifying and decorating their boats that reflects “proper” maritime tradition. Observing flag etiquette will allow you to display your colors with pride.    The Ensign The ensign is the US flag, either…Read More

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The Ship 6 Sea Scouts have had a busy winter and have ambitious goals for this season.

May 1, 2013

  The Ship 6 Sea Scouts went on several field trips including a visit to NOAA, a trip to Webb Institute to see their yacht design towing tank and a fun ski trip to Okemo. Several scouts also achieved Sea Scout Advancement ranks. Since mid-March the scouts have been practicing their annual swim / survival skills and working on their boat “Celebration II” , a Tripp 37 racing/cruising…Read More

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Harbor Watch shoreline water quality testing program receives grant

May 1, 2013

  Harbor Watch, a water quality testing program and part of the Westport based Earthplace Nature Discovery Center recently received a $ 38,165.00 from the state of Connecticut to help expand its shoreline tracking effort to assist in the elimination of bacteria sources identified in 2012. Harbor Watch’s mission is "restoring the biological integrity of Long Island Sound and its watershed"…Read More

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