Message From The Editor
This Issue is Chock Full...
...of a little bit of everything. The May long weekend means paying attention to safe boating practices and cold water safety. Even if the weather is hot this weekend please remember the water is still cold and prepare yourselves appropriately as you head out. We have a fun featured video for you this week, also CPS has announced new flare disposal dates and there is much more here for your reading pleasure. Enjoy the news and your long weekend, Canada!
Terri Hodgson
Online Editor
Canadian Yachting magazine
thodgson@kerrwil.com
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Safe Boating Week
May 2-4 Long Weekend, Let's Get on the Water...Safely!
Ah, long weekends. There are only four during the summer so each one is cherished by Canadians but this one coming up carries special significance for boaters and cottagers. (There are few things we Canadians cherish more than our long weekends. One such long weekend carries special significance for boaters and cottagers.) It's the May 24th Victoria Day long weekend, which is considered by most a
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Next Issue of CY Magazine
Sneak Peek Into the Next Issue of Canadian Yachting Magazine
Canadian Yachting's Summer 2015 issue includes some features you won't want to miss. Take a stroll through the historical port of Cobourg, Ontario and then travel a little further west to Port Dover, with John Morris' account of this popular destination.
Take control of your health this summer with the first in our Fitness On Board workout series, designed to be appropriate on almost any boat with minimal equipment
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— Advertorial —
A Slice of Heaven on Lake Simcoe
Less than one hour's drive up the 400 — or a 90-minute GO train ride — Friday Harbour is a new development like no other. Not simply a resort, more than a residential development, Friday Harbour is an all-seasons getaway that will set a new standard for vacation living in Ontario.
"Friday Harbour is a place that residents can come to just relax and enjoy," says Earl Rumm, president of Geranium Corporation and partner at Friday Harbour.
Proximity to the city is just one of its advantages. "We've been planning for 13 years. And for the last three years, we've been preparing a golf course, an inland marina on Lake Simcoe and a nature site," explains Rumm. "It's all about creating a place for people to enjoy 12 months a year."
For residents of Friday Harbour, the appeal is a chance to head north and enjoy the peace and serenity of a relaxing getaway without the hassle of a long drive or taking care of a high- maintenance cottage property. "It truly is a place you can come and leave your stress and worry behind."
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Education
Women's Sailing Committee to Launch in Atlantic Canada
In 2013 data collected from clubs and sailing programs across Nova Scotia revealed that only 34% of sailors are female. The keynote speaker at the first Atlantic Sailing Conference, Nick Hayes, noted that the number is about the same in the US. He also showed that women are the future for growing numbers in the sport of sailing.
With that in mind Sail Nova Scotia together with WOW!, Women on Water, brought together 25 female sailing leaders at the end of April for a social and to talk about what can be done to increase numbers at all levels
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Sail Nova Scotia Instructor Clinics
Running until the the middle of June, Sail Nova Scotia will be holding Sail Canada Instructor clinics across the province.
The first event was the theory component known as the Fundamental Course. 13 instructors attended the three day course at the Waegwoltic Club in late April
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CY's Featured YouTube Video
Launch Day 2015
Sailboat Launch 2015 at the Midland Bay Sailing Club, Georgian Bay Ontario. Two crane crews and all club members are on hand to prep and launch all of the club's boats. It was a perfect day with sunny skies and calm waters this year. Have a launch experience of your own you would like to share
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CPS-ECP
CPS-ECP Adds New Dates to their Flare Disposal Program
CPS-ECP has added additional dates to their flare disposal and safety program for 2015. In partnership with Transport Canada and CIL Dealers CPS-ECP has undertaken a pilot project on education and awareness of safety equipment, the care and maintenance of that equipment and how to safely and effectively use and dispose of flares
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Waterways
Spring Maintenance for Trent-Severn Waterway Bridges
This Spring Parks Canada will be conducting spring maintenance at some of the swing bridges and sites along the Trent-Severn Waterway, in preparation for the 2015 navigation season. This includes preventative maintenance tasks like washing and greasing swing bridges, and conducting visual inspections to ensure their safe operability
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History
Owen Sound Finds Old Shipwreck
During underwater investigations in preparation for the construction of the outfall portion of the city's wastewater treatment plant upgrade, a ship's hull was discovered.
A sonar survey and subsequent dive has revealed the wreck is located approximately five metres from the end of the existing pipe, which is approximately 200 metres off shore from the sewage plant
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ISAF
Interview with ISAF Sailing World Cup Head John Craig
Originally a Vancouver based sailing coach who was the Canadian Olympic Sailing Coach for a number of years before a 10 year stint at St Francis Yacht Club, was fresh from his Principal Race Officer role with the 34th America's Cup.
At that time he admitted there were quite some work to do to deliver the ISAF vision.
With Hyeres being the first of the new format World Cup regattas, here is a mid-term report
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Racing
Canadian Skipper & Yacht at Clipper Round the World Yacht Race
The first Canadian female skipper in the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race has been revealed as the skipper of Canadian-sponsored yacht entry ClipperTelemed+™ as she met her international crew members for the first time at the mass Crew Allocation day in Portsmouth, UK.
Joining Toronto skipper Diane Reid on board for this unique adventure are crew members from all over the world including Australia, Italy, USA, UK and 16 from her home nation of Canada; including Toronto, Halifax, Ottawa, Vancouver, Calgary, Winnipeg and Montreal
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Passings
The Canadian Sailing Fraternity Will Miss David Millar
The Canadian Sailing Fraternity lost a dear friend on April 22 2015. As a young sailor growing up in Toronto I remember David at National Yacht club, working, always working on his Star boat. He was a perfectionist.
David was born in Toronto, Ontario, on April 5 1930 the son of Thomas and Leola Millar. The recent obituary from the Globe and mail follows
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Product Focus
How to Clean a Waterline
Washing a waterline is an important part of keeping a vessel in top shape, especially if it stays in the water year round. Always looking to educate boaters on the value of regular maintenance, Shurhold Industries offers the following simple steps to keep this area clean.
Before starting any scrubbing, owners must know what type of bottom paint they have, so they don't remove or damage it when cleaning. Users also don't want to employ any harsh chemicals that may hurt the environment.
When working from the dock or boat, owners will need a bucket filled with properly mixed boat soap, a Shurhold extension handle with a soft brush, medium brush, curved adapter and light-duty Swivel Scrubber
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Water Repellent Superyachts Becoming a Reality
The University of Rochester, NY, has used lasers to permanently transform metals into water repellent or super-hydrophobic materials, a potentially revolutionary development for the superyacht industry.
Most superyachts are constructed from metal, including steel, aluminium or a composite, The University of Rochester has enabled the transformation of metals into super-hydrophobic materials, which could pave the way for waterproof, rust-free superyachts in the future.
When moisture interacts with metal it triggers the formation of rust and corrosion...
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App Controlled Multimedia Unit Ups the Anti for Marine Audio
ASA Electronics recently announced the arrival of the MA300—an app ready multimedia unit that can be controlled directly through your mobile device.
In addition to app control and Bluetooth® capabilities, the 160 watt stereo comes complete with standard audio options such as an AM/FM tuner as well as advanced technology like iPod®/iPhone® functionality through a rear USB port. Additionally, this stereo has an auxiliary input and a line out audio (RCA)
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May 14, 2015 • Volume 4 • Issue 9 |
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