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EVER WONDER WHY WE WRAP GIFTS?
on December 16, 2020
The art of gift wrapping has been around for centuries. It’s origins are found in Asia, where the first bits of paper date back to Ancient China in the 2nd Century B.C. In the Southern Song dynasty (960 to 1279), gifts of money were distributed to government officials in envelopes called “chih poh”. This wrapping paper was made of hemp, bamboo fibers, and rice straws. In Japan, the traditional reusable wrapping cloth called the “Furoshiki” […]
FLUSHING
on December 9, 2020
DON’T FORGET TO FLUSH Back in the day, flushing an outboard with fresh water was done only one way. A set of “ear muffs” or “flush muffs” was fitted around the engine’s gear case to cover the water intakes, connected to a garden hose with a good water supply, and the engine was run for five to 10 minutes Why Salt and brackish water is a corrosive killer of the aluminum from which outboards are […]
THE BOAT’S ADVOCATE
on December 2, 2020
An independent marine surveyor speaks for the boat. A marine survey is also a useful tool for buyers when negotiating price based on what repairs or upgrades the boat needs. And finally, insurance and lending companies that need to know the true condition and fair market value of a vessel often require it. Insurance company underwriters carefully read through a marine survey to make a determination as to whether the vessel is a good risk, […]
THE ART OF CARVING THE THANKSGIVING BIRD
on November 25, 2020
I repeat this every year, your welcome guys!! Every year, countless families cringe as the annual carve the turkey debate rages on. So in the interest of harmony and Thanksgiving, here’s what the pro’s say. Six steps to serving the perfect Thanksgiving bird by Gerry Brown Carving, and serving, the perfect turkey Many beautiful Rockwellian Thanksgiving feasts have been spoiled when the golden brown turkey is hacked to pieces by an improperly trained carver. Whether […]
SOME THANKSGIVING THOUGHTS
on November 18, 2020
With about a week or so to go, thoughts start to turn to Thanksgiving. THANKSGIVING IN AMERICA Thanksgiving is most commonly celebrated at home, with family and friends. This is one of the things which makes Thanksgiving such a meaningful day and full of traditions with those closest to us. According to most historians, the pilgrims never observed an annual Thanksgiving feast in autumn. In the year 1621, they did celebrate a feast near Plymouth, […]
VETERAN’S DAY
on November 11, 2020
Veterans Day is intended to honor and thank all military personnel who served the United States in all wars, particularly living veterans. It is marked by parades and church services and in many places the American flag is hung at half-mast. A period of silence lasting two minutes may be held at 11am. Some schools are closed on Veterans Day, while others do not close, but choose to mark the occasion with special assemblies or […]
ELECTION DAY THOUGHTS
on November 4, 2020
Election Day 2020 – Like the rest of this crazy year, it seems like it is one of the biggest wildcards in memory. With a record number of mail in votes being cast in the Presidential race, who knows if a winner will be announced Election Night . And even if a winner is declared, there may be challenges to the result. But the U.S. does have a history of Presidential elections that took more […]
WHAT ELSE DOES THAT HURRICANE MAP TELL US?
on October 28, 2020
WIND STRENGTH AND BAROMETRIC PRESSURE Good hurricane maps also may give other important information, such as forecasted wind strength. Not only is the wind strength number important for the hurricane’s eye wall, it’s also important in the areas around the eye. For instance, if you’re expected to be in the northeast quadrant of the storm’s direction of travel, you can probably expect greater wind strength than if you were to the west of the storm. […]
SAFETY WHILE BOATING IN THE FALL
on October 17, 2020
Just because its Fall and there are less vessels on the water, doesn’t mean you can throw caution to the wind as far as safety is concerned. Here are several tips for avoiding some of the most serious boating mistakes. Mistake 1: Underestimating What It Takes to Operate a Boat All too often, both experienced and novice boaters can underestimate the level of knowledge, skill and experience required to operate a boat effectively and safely. From […]
MAKING YOUR DECK SAFER
on October 14, 2020
HOW TO INSTALL NONSLIP TAPE WHERE YOU NEED IT Nonslip tape is usually installed over slippery areas such as on hatches, where it provides grip without blocking too much light. You can also install it on the edge of stairs, any sloping surface, and other areas where the danger of slipping is present. Make sure the area to be covered is clean. Use a proprietary cleaner recommended by the manufacturer to clean the clear part […]