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A 65 year old woman had a heart attack and was taken to the hospital. While on the operating table she had a near death experience.. Seeing God, she asked "Is my time up?" God said, "No, you have another 33 years, 2 months and 8 days to live." Upon recovery, the woman decided to stay in the...

If anyone who is interested in cruising the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta would like some books on the subject, I have 3 to donate. I have Dawdling on the Delta, Delta Images and Cruising the California Delta, all by the late Hal Schell, a true Delta River Rat. Send me a PM and they're...

Do we have any dates set for the Friday Harbor CBGT?

This morning's Peninsula Daily News had a wonderful story about a man from Edmonds, WA who was fascinated by stories and videos of folks catching fish, even Halibut, from Kayaks. He took lessons, bought a Kayak, practiced fishing in Lakes and May 14 he made his dreams come true. After a long...

If any of the Brats on the Olympic Peninsula are looking for some non-ethanol fuel for your Winter lay-up, the Co-Op in Sequim has Non-Ethanol Premium. John Wayne Marina has 87 Octane Non-Ethanol for about $0.50 cheaper but isn't wild about running to the pump to fill your 1 gallon lawnmower...

A CHRISTMAS STORY When four of Santa's elves got sick, the trainee elves did not produce toys as fast as the regular ones and Santa began to feel the pre-Christmas pressure. Then Mrs. Claus told Santa her mother was coming to visit, which stressed Santa even more. When he went to...

When using a Honda 2000i Generator with our old TC, I used to get a ground fault warning on the BlueSeas panel. It didn't affect the operation but was a concern. On my RV owners site, I found out the reason and the cure. An easy fix. http://www.noshockzone.org/generator-gr ... al-bonding

Nov. 19-21 is the annual Pacific Marine Expo at CenturyLink Field Event Center in Seattle. Although this show is aimed at professional Yacht operators and Fishing Fleets, it has myriad items of interest to all boaters. It's free and you can register online at www.PacificMarineExpo.com A few...

Not that anyone would try this in their C-Dory! http://twistedsifter.com/videos/jet-ski ... ke-powell/

My friend Tom is a Heart transplant recipient. He is no longer able to teach, his lifelong profession. He has entered a contest to try to win $ 10,000 from Anytime Fitness. This would allow him to send his step-daughter off to college this Fall. If you have a minute, read his story and give him...

This was just introduced in our Yacht Club newsletter. Literally thousands of boating related links. Looks like a great way to while away a Winter afternoon. No wonder it's called the Mother of All Boat Links. http://www.boat-links.com/boatlink.html

If you use this type of ladder, http://www.fisheriessupply.com/garelick-stainless-steel-sport-diver-ladder or want to install one, here's a heavy duty bracket for mounting on a swim step or on the Bow to use for shore access at lake Powell. I had this one made from .25" Stainless. $65

While skimming through my new issue of Boat US Magazine, I saw Bill & El's smiling faces on page 71. They were shown in an interesting article about 10 great boating towns. Understandably, Port Townsend was highly rated. :thup

If anyone needs an Ace (Brutus) Line Hauler, I have one for $400 including the Scotty mount. You pay shipping or pick up in Sequim, WA.

Here's the replacement for Dreamer. Not floating but we're enjoying it.

There comes a time for everyone to move on to other persuits. We have decided to do some land cruising while we're still able. Dreamer will be delivered by Cory to its new home in Ventura CA before too long. We'll be sad to see her go but anxious to start a new chapter. Since we have a capable...

I just learned via Facebook that Casey (Katmai) and Mary were married yesterday! Congrats to the happy couple :D

Since we sold our Trawler 7 years ago and probably won't be getting another one, I'm cleaning house of Trawler related items. One of which is a 6 year collection of PassageMaker Magazines. Anyone who wants them is welcome to them. Pick up in Sequim or pay shipping. PM me.

During a short leg of todays cruise from Shillshoal to Kingston, the Port engine shut down because of an overheat alarm. After arriving on one engine, the now cool BF150 started up OK but repeated the alarm cycle almost immediately after start up. The pee stream is strong, the Honda's that is...

In the midst of my chores in preparation for Lake Powell, I noticed the steering skipping and clunking as the wheel was turned. I checked the fluid and topped it off. Problem solved, or so I thought Next day I noticed the puddle of fluid on the floor and a tell-tale drip hanging off the back of...