Did you know the ocean and sea covers 7/10 of the earth’s surface? Post World War II immense changes took place in the way businesses shipped products; not to mention the design and construction of ships. Passenger ships fell and bulk carriers rose. This was due partly because of the Suez Canal closing in 1956. […]
Float Plans – Do You File One?
As the Miami Boat Show quickly approaches it reminds me of the many boaters who travel from all over the world to attend this show. And, I can’t help wondering if the guy I overheard on the bus trip from the parking lot to the Strictly Sail Show ever got his catamaran. If so, did […]
Boating Accidents in Florida – Press Conference
Since last June I’ve been writing and giving speeches for my Advanced Competent Communicator Award via Toastmasters. The project consists of 10 speeches. The last 5 of which are “Communicating on Video”. Project #4 is “The Press Conference”. The objectives are: — To understand the nature of a video broadcast press conference — To prepare for […]
Ladies Let’s Go Fishing!
I’m not one to go out of the way to go fishing however, every gal/lady should learn what it’s all about. Biggest reason is guys LOVE fishing. Second reason is men complain we, gals, don’t like it. Third and most important reason – women get jealous if their man goes fishing and other women are on the […]
Suddenly in Command ~ Engines
This article was published in Winter/Spring 2016 Nor’Easter for TONE (Tartan Owners Northeast). Inc. for previous articles go here: Ed.: This article is written for the “First Mate” – if you are frequently out on the water, it is important to know these basic procedures. Use this article to review with your Captain the location of the various buttons and levers […]
Five Steps to a Safer and Fun Boating Experience
This article was published in Summer 2016 Nor’Easter for TONE (Tartan Owners Northeast). Inc. for previous articles go here: Boating is supposed to be “fun”, isn’t it? Then Stop Yelling! It’s stressful enough for your spouse/ significant other who’s not sure what to do if something happens. In order to have a successful sail, couples need to […]
Suddenly in Command ~ Man Overboard
This article was published in Fall 2015 Nor’Easter for TONE (Tartan Owners Northeast). Inc. for previous articles go here: by Robin G. Coles Let me first start out by thanking everyone for taking my survey. The results were overwhelming. So much so that I feel I need to do more research to accommodate you. Therefore, this article […]
Suddenly in Command ~ First Aid
This article was published in Spring 2015 Nor’Easter for TONE (Tartan Owners Northeast). Inc. for previous article go here: by Robin G. Coles In my last article I mentioned Luke had a heart attack. Dani got stuck at the helm; “Suddenly in Command”. Fortunately for her, Luke was able to give her directions while he […]
Meet George Kaiser – Model Ship Builder
I met George Kaiser back in 2007 at an event in Winthrop, MA that I was photographing. I learned he was a model ship builder and asked for his card. A few months ago I contacted George to see if he was was still building model ships and if so, could I interview him. Since then, I’ve had the pleasure of spending a […]
Suddenly in Command
This article was published in Winter 2015 Nor’Easter for TONE (Tartan Owners Northeast). for the rest of the series go here: by Robin G. Coles Boaters will tell you the two most exciting days in their life are: 1) the day they bought their boat, and 2) the day they sold it. An inexperienced boater […]
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