Message From The Editor
Spring Fever
It's mid-Feb and boaters across the country start to get a little cabin fever as we stretch our necks out and search for signs of Spring. If you are lucky enough to be in Miami this week the boat show there will be in full swing, featuring Strictly Sail and Strictly Power on-water exhibitors. The CY Crew will be on hand so make sure to say hello. If you are thinking ahead to the Spring launch and outfitting your boat with new solar panels, be sure to check out this issue's Ask the Experts advice as Rob MacLeod tackles the question of solar power needs in the latest video. Our VHF Radio contest is running until Feb 23 so make sure you are entered for a chance to win! That and much more in this issue of CY Onboard.
Terri Hodgson
Online Editor
Canadian Yachting magazine
thodgson@kerrwil.com
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Enter to Win
Win VHF Radio
Sign up now to our Canadian Yachting Onboard newsletter and be entered to win One of Two Standard Horizon VHF Radios
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Boat Shows
Canadian Yachting at the Miami International Boat Show
This year's show is held at the Miami Beach Convention Center with New Yacht & Power boat show at Sea Isle Marina and Strictly Sail at the MIAMARINA at Bayside.
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Racing
2015 World Ice Yachting Championships
Running from January 24-31, 2015 in Kingston, ON, the International Detroit News Ice Yacht Racing Association (IDNIYRA) World Championships and North American Championships were held this year at the Kingston Yacht Club on Lake Ontario.
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Waterways
Double Your Fun in Canada's Historic Canals
Parks Canada Waterways in Quebec. Buy a single lockage permit and get a second one for free! - Carillon Canal National Historic Site - Chambly Canal National Historic Site - Lachine Canal National Historic Site - Saint-Ours Canal National Historic Site - Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue Canal National Historic Site
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Ask the Experts
Solar Power Solutions
I recently weighed in on this question posted on a particular forum. "Solar panel solutions? Please! 200 watt 2-panel?
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Awards
2014 Regatta of the Year Award
The City of Kingston Regatta of the Year Award recognizes a regatta whereupon all aspects of race management have resulted in an overall organizational success; a well-coordinated and orchestrated event with a high level of community involvement, and positive feedback from participants, including sailors, coaches and officials.
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Rolex Sailor Of The Year Launches Offshore Racing Team Following Sail Canada Awards
Canadian Offshore Racing Champions Announce New Campaign. Rolex Sailor of the Year launches offshore racing team following Sail Canada Awards. This year's Rolex Sailor of the Year, Eric Holden, has revealed that he will be forming Canada's premier offshore racing team, Canadian Ocean Racing, and campaigning in the IMOCA Ocean Masters races ultimately leading to the Vendée Globe.
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Branding
Heart of Georgian Bay Rebrands Area with One Strong Voice
The newly minted Heart of Georgian Bay brand was unveiled on Jan 22, 2105 at a presentation at the Midland Cultural Centre in Midland, Ontario. Mayors and representatives from all four areas of Southern Georgian Bay, Midland, Penetanguishene, Tay and Tiny were on hand to proudly introduce their new brand, all speaking with one voice.
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Landmarks
Canada's Lighthouses: Carmanah Point Lighthouse
BC's Carmanah Point Light Station is a lighthouse on the southwest coast of Vancouver Island at the entrance from the Pacific Ocean to the Strait of Juan de Fuca. The Carmanah Point Light Station was established in 1891. The first light was built of wood and was attached to the keeper's housing. The present tower was built in 1920 of concrete and remains in operation.
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Product Focus
New Technology Makes Stabilization a Reality for Boats 30' to 50'
Based on the same technology found in more than 2,000 larger Seakeeper installations worldwide, the scaled Seakeeper 5 reduces resonant boat roll by up to 90% on boats 30'-50'. The unit uses a built-in computer to actively control a powerful gyro. Spinning in a vacuum environment, it produces powerful righting forces to stabilize the boat. While underway or at rest, the innovative unit dramatically lessens boat movement. And unlike traditional fins, nothing projects outside of the hull to diminish a vessel's performance.
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Boat Shows
Jeanneau Power Storms Miami
There is no better time to escape the frozen north and head to the sunny Florida Coast than right now. So put a little love in your life this Valentine's Day and join us for the 2015 Miami International Boat Show from February 12-16. We'll have seven great boats at this year's show including two that are brand new for 2015 and making their North America debuts.
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North America's Largest Indoor Boat Show Delivers Solid Sales To Launch 2015
The Toronto International Boat Show is an economic bellwether for the Canadian boating industry, and exhibitors at the 57th annual show reported sales that exceeded conservative expectations, with a majority of product categories experiencing positive results. Over 500 manufacturers, dealers and marine suppliers sold out more than a million square feet of the Direct Energy Centre at Toronto's Exhibition Place from January 9 - 18, 2015.
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Partnerships
The Moorings Establishes Charity Partnership with Pack for a Purpose
Pack for a Purpose encourages individuals to use their extra luggage space to deliver much-needed supplies to local schools, medical clinics and various community projects in their destination. Upon arrival, one simply drops off their donation at a designated local business and continues their vacation with the satisfaction of helping others in need.
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TUI Marine and Robertson & Caine Renew Exclusive Distribution and Supply Agreement
Having successfully collaborated for almost 20 years, TUI Marine and South African builder Robertson & Caine have committed to a 10-year renewal of their exclusive distribution and supply agreement. This strategic partnership has resulted in exceptional growth of the award-winning Leopard Catamarans brand.
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