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gulfcoast john



Joined: 14 Dec 2012
Posts: 989
City/Region: PENSACOLA
State or Province: FL
C-Dory Year: 2010
C-Dory Model: 255 Tomcat
Vessel Name: Cat O' Mine
Photos: CAT O' MINE
PostPosted: Tue Feb 23, 2016 6:49 pm    Post subject: VHF 72 Reply with quote

Tom,
You didn't specify it, but Hontoon Brats should ensure they are using the USA (not International or Canadian) channels for their VHF radio for channel 72. Luckily, it is the same freq, 156.625 (Simplex) for both transmit and receive for all 3 (I'm sure that's why you chose it).

It is intuitively obvious on my handhelds how to toggle between them...while HOLDING DOWN the 16/9 key, merely press the CLR/WX key to toggle between them. Obvious, huh? The Base VHF and yours will of course all have different instructions for doing this.
If cell phones worked like this no one would ever buy one.
My MMSI (same for Ditch Bag DSC/GPS and Helm backup portables as well as Base unit) MMSI DSC RADIO # 338010252.
Hope I can remember to PRESS ANY KEY when it rings, just like your cell phone...NOT!
Safe Travels!
John

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outbackbill



Joined: 23 Apr 2011
Posts: 47
City/Region: Mocksville
State or Province: NC
C-Dory Year: 2008
C-Dory Model: 25 Cruiser
Vessel Name: Blue Days
Photos: Blue Days
PostPosted: Tue Feb 23, 2016 7:07 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Colby,
My wife and I have been at Hontoon since mid January doing volunteer work. I fish every chance I get. The fishing is good and improving.. I have been catching black crappie and the regulars that fish here are catching catfish and bream. The water is warming and the largemouth bass fishing should improve soon..I do most of my fishing from the kayaks we carry on our boat.. I would recommend to anyone that has kayaks to bring them. They also rent kayaks and canoes here at the park
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thataway



Joined: 02 Nov 2003
Posts: 20778
City/Region: Pensacola
State or Province: FL
C-Dory Year: 2007
C-Dory Model: 25 Cruiser
Vessel Name: thataway
Photos: Thataway
PostPosted: Tue Feb 23, 2016 7:08 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Colby, I thought I had sent the price of a FL license--but don't see it. The non resident for a year is $47 for a week is $30 and for 3 days is $17. We are brining medium light tackle, and spinning gear. Bring a rod--we put ours up by the V berth and a reel under the seat--small tackle box. If you decide not to use it, leave it in the truck.

Fishing in any Florida waters we have found to be good, but you have to know the tricks. We see folks catch an amazing spectrum of both fresh and brackish water fish right in back of our house....You should find the same type of fish up the St. John.s.

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colbysmith



Joined: 02 Oct 2011
Posts: 4523
City/Region: Madison
State or Province: WI
C-Dory Year: 2009
C-Dory Model: 25 Cruiser
Vessel Name: C-Traveler
Photos: C-Traveler and Midnight-Flyer
PostPosted: Tue Feb 23, 2016 11:39 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Thanks guys. I'll leave my tackle in the boat and consider a 7 day license when I first get there. Something to relax doing before and after the gathering weekend. I usually just enjoy pan fish on light tackle, unless I'm trolling for Salmon. Smile I've actually got a pretty nice rod system on the back of the back cabin bulkhead. It's the tackle box that takes up a little bit of my galley cabinet space... I do have some inflatable Kayaks, but not something I would fish from... I'll have to consider if I have room to bring one along tho. Colby
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Avidmagnum12



Joined: 23 Mar 2013
Posts: 668
City/Region: Ocklawaha
State or Province: FL
C-Dory Year: 2011
C-Dory Model: 25 Cruiser
Vessel Name: C-Otter
Photos: C-Otter
PostPosted: Wed Feb 24, 2016 6:46 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

We are on the final countdown for our Hontoon Island Gathering. Starting to see more of our C-Dory family on the St. Johns River. Had a chance Monday to take some friends out on the C-Otter and visit a bit with Bill and Becky at Hontoon Island. Mark and Carol on the Crystal Sea were coming in to the park just after we pulled out....Nice Boat. We would have turned around if we did not have guests.

BE ALERT on the St. Johns River. We have lots of Manatees moving in the area. There are Slow No Wake areas. Watch for the signs and please obey them. Thanks!

IF YOU PARK AT ED. STONE PARK and are going to leave your rig for more than a day or two please park by grassy area closest to the highway. Just back your trailer toward the retention pond.

Remember our silent auction and bring any "unwanted treasures" that you would like to donate.

Till next time....Tom on"72"

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thataway



Joined: 02 Nov 2003
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City/Region: Pensacola
State or Province: FL
C-Dory Year: 2007
C-Dory Model: 25 Cruiser
Vessel Name: thataway
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PostPosted: Wed Feb 24, 2016 7:11 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Question--is there potable water at the dock at Hontoon Island?

Are the receptacles only 30 amp or are there e15/20 amp outlet also?
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Avidmagnum12



Joined: 23 Mar 2013
Posts: 668
City/Region: Ocklawaha
State or Province: FL
C-Dory Year: 2011
C-Dory Model: 25 Cruiser
Vessel Name: C-Otter
Photos: C-Otter
PostPosted: Wed Feb 24, 2016 8:18 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Bob.....According to the park website: Hontoon Island State Park has 42 accessible boat slips available with water and shore power. The connections are 30 amp.

They have had adapters that go from 30 to 15 amp that they rent but best to bring your own if you need one.

https://www.floridastateparks.org/park-activities/Hontoon-Island#Camping-Boat

See you soon .....Tom
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Half/Pint



Joined: 03 Nov 2003
Posts: 16
City/Region: Rocky Mount/Wilson (NC)
State or Province: NC
C-Dory Year: 1993
C-Dory Model: 22 Cruiser
Vessel Name: Half/Pint
Photos: Half/Pint
PostPosted: Thu Feb 25, 2016 10:43 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

The Half/Pint & crew will be arriving sometime Monday morning, do I need to bring some firewood?
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Avidmagnum12



Joined: 23 Mar 2013
Posts: 668
City/Region: Ocklawaha
State or Province: FL
C-Dory Year: 2011
C-Dory Model: 25 Cruiser
Vessel Name: C-Otter
Photos: C-Otter
PostPosted: Thu Feb 25, 2016 1:59 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Hi Half/Pint and crew......the crew of the C-Otter will be at Hontoon on Tuesday so we will see you then. Firewood is not a requirement to attend but some good seasoned firewood would be appreciated! A good amount of C-Brats will be there early and the wood that we have will used on the "official" gathering days. Looking forward to meeting you and have a safe drive down.

Tom
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jimicliff



Joined: 16 Jun 2009
Posts: 180
City/Region: Mount Dora
State or Province: FL
C-Dory Year: 2004
C-Dory Model: 16 Cruiser
Vessel Name: Ocklawaha Queen
Photos: Ocklawaha Queen
PostPosted: Thu Feb 25, 2016 3:31 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Yes sir KINDLING small dry wood to start fire. Yes sir "Thank you " Rainbow
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colbysmith



Joined: 02 Oct 2011
Posts: 4523
City/Region: Madison
State or Province: WI
C-Dory Year: 2009
C-Dory Model: 25 Cruiser
Vessel Name: C-Traveler
Photos: C-Traveler and Midnight-Flyer
PostPosted: Thu Feb 25, 2016 9:28 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Tom, regarding parking at Ed Stone Park. I found this link which offers an aireal view of the park:

http://www.sportsvolusia.com/facilities/deland/edstonepark.stml

Are you saying use that grassy area on the other side of what looks to be a tree line, from the highway, with the trailers backed in towards the highway? Thanks. Colby
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Kelliot



Joined: 03 Feb 2015
Posts: 8
City/Region: Lanexa, VA (on Chickahominy River)
State or Province: VA
C-Dory Year: 2005
C-Dory Model: 25 Cruiser
Vessel Name: Sea Angel
PostPosted: Thu Feb 25, 2016 10:33 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Sea Angel will be arriving sunday evening, looking forward to the gathering.
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Avidmagnum12



Joined: 23 Mar 2013
Posts: 668
City/Region: Ocklawaha
State or Province: FL
C-Dory Year: 2011
C-Dory Model: 25 Cruiser
Vessel Name: C-Otter
Photos: C-Otter
PostPosted: Fri Feb 26, 2016 7:34 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Colby....pull into the first lane to the left after you pull into Ed Stone and the grassy parking area will be on your left. Back your rig in that area after you launch. There is or was a sign. If that area is full just park where you can. Watch out for the trees! 🌴🌴🌴

Ken...it will be good to see the Sea Angel and crew again ! I'll give you a call a little later today......Tom
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colbysmith



Joined: 02 Oct 2011
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Vessel Name: C-Traveler
Photos: C-Traveler and Midnight-Flyer
PostPosted: Fri Feb 26, 2016 10:14 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Thanks Tom. Weather is looking good for the tow down, at least from spot checking major cities along the way. If all goes well, I should be launching early Tuesday afternoon and at Hontoon later that day. Colby
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Joined: 23 Mar 2013
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City/Region: Ocklawaha
State or Province: FL
C-Dory Year: 2011
C-Dory Model: 25 Cruiser
Vessel Name: C-Otter
Photos: C-Otter
PostPosted: Sat Feb 27, 2016 8:51 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

The weather forecast is looking great for next weeks gathering at Hontoon Island State Park. Bill and Becky report that there are Brats in the area. We will be there with the C-Otter early on Tuesday.

For anyone thats interested in looking at "The greatest collection on C-Dorys in the world" (or at least in Florida) drive on over to Hontoon to look us over.
The slips will be full! Marc from Wefing's supplied us with some brochures that I will give to anyone looking to buy a C-Dory. If you have never been on one this is your big opportunity. From the sign ups it looks like we will have 16' to 26' boats. Anglers, cruisers, commuter and cats! If you are looking to buy a boat check with Marc.....he has some nice new and used ones for sale up in East Point, Fl.

For everyone towing your great boats our way be safe......Tom and Joyce
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