Author Archives: Scott

About Scott

Regular men worry about bank balances, bills, waistlines, wifes, mistress' actual or potential, jobs, tires on the car, and politics. Sailors worry about boats. I sail, it is that simple. If you were talking about politics, religion, economics, money, business, your job, or your kids, I was probably not listening. Sorry, I am a sick man and claim no purchase on sanity.

First Trip to the Boat

Posted on March 31, 2013 by Scott

I wandered westward in search of my boat on Saturday. I have been hearing her call my name day and night for a good month now so I had to go see what she wanted. I arrived at Dock 44 to … Continue reading →

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That Demon Called Winter.

Posted on March 25, 2013 by Scott

I hate winter plain and simple. I will admit, when I was a kid, there were times I actually enjoyed winter. I have since come to my senses. I am no longer capable of skiing, sledding or taking long walks … Continue reading →

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Boat Selling Scam

Posted on February 15, 2013 by Scott

Craigslist is a great tool for both buying and selling but caution is required not only in making payment but also in meeting people you simply do not know. At this time, I am only advising on the payment part. … Continue reading →

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A Step Closer.

Posted on January 26, 2013 by Scott

With the coming of spring comes getting the boat ready. I have never been so overwhelmed with the task of preparing a boat as I feel I am this year. The worst part of this for me is the “hurry … Continue reading →

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Getting Ready for Spring

Posted on January 10, 2013 by Scott

I believe the time is at hand to be prepping the boat for the spring launch. I know it is just over 2 months away, in fact, as I write it is 69 days, 11 hours, 17 minutes and 45 seconds away. But who’s counting. I have no … Continue reading →

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New Scam in Time for the Holiday Season – BEWARE!!!

Posted on November 10, 2012 by Scott

Just a good idea anyway…even prices sometimes ring up wrong…but the season does bring out the scam artists and thieves…best to be aware!! They are at it again this year…………  Don’t rush.  Take time to check your receipts, no matter how … Continue reading →

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Protecting Your Information

Posted on November 10, 2012 by Scott

YOU MAY KNOW THIS ALREADY BUT IF NOT, GREAT INFORMATION! Always take a small fridge magnet on your trips, they come in handy at the end of it. THIS IS SOMETHING EVERYONE SHOULD BE AWARE OF!!! This is pretty good info. … Continue reading →

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Hurricane Sandy Scammers Are at It Already.

Posted on November 3, 2012 by Scott

Watch out for the Low life scammer e-mails trying to raise money for the Hurricane Sandy relief. I have seem them now in droves starting today. Please do help but contact the Red Cross or Salvation Army directly and do … Continue reading →

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For The Record, We Still Fished This Summer

Posted on October 17, 2012 by Scott

I have been given a hard time by more than a few people about loafing on the fishing part of my blogging. A few have even wondered if I had quit fishing and I am so quick to slap them … Continue reading →

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Summer is Simply 4 Months Too Short

Posted on October 15, 2012 by Scott

I put off acknowledging the onset of the cool weather as long as I can. I know this means getting caught barefoot in a tank top and shorts about a dozen times before I finally give in and start searching for … Continue reading →

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