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Avidmagnum12
Joined: 23 Mar 2013 Posts: 673 City/Region: Ocklawaha
State or Province: FL
C-Dory Year: 2011
C-Dory Model: 25 Cruiser
Vessel Name: C-Otter
Photos: C-Otter
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Posted: Sun Mar 07, 2021 5:55 pm Post subject: |
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Hi Steve and Tina
Good call on not trailering with old tires and worn bearings......enough stuff can go wrong when we think everything is Perfect! I’ve just helped one boat that had problems with 2 engines and they were both just serviced.
See you next year and God bless......Tom and Joyce _________________ Tom and Joyce Schulke
2011 CD 25 "C-Otter" 07/2015 to present
2011 CD 25 "My Girl" 06/2015 renamed C-Otter
2004 CD 22 Commuter "Out2C" 03/10 to 06/15 |
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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
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Posted: Mon Mar 08, 2021 6:54 pm Post subject: |
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Hontoon attendees can try free wi-fi at
'HONTOON GUEST'
and maybe get one or two bars.
If only this kind of awesome tech also applied to getting a warm shower!
If anyone needs a secure wi fi, we'll share our Verizon hot spot with you.
Cheers!
John _________________ John and Eileen Highsmith
2010 Tom Cat 255, Cat O' Mine
Yamaha F150, LXF150 |
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FloydFloridaUSA
Joined: 29 Jan 2021 Posts: 2 City/Region: Tampa
State or Province: FL
Vessel Name: Boatless, But Looking
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Posted: Wed Mar 10, 2021 12:50 pm Post subject: SpaceX Falcon 9 Starlink-20 |
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It was good to meet the C-Brat crew Tuesday.
Thanks for the tours!
Alas, I had to leave early Wednesday to get back to work.
FYI - You will all have a great view of the early morning (night) launch noted below.
This IS impressive to see - definitely worth setting an alarm for !
Rocket Launch: March 11, 2021 3:13 AM ET | SpaceX Falcon 9 Starlink-20
When: Mar 11, 2021 03:13 AM
Where: Kennedy Space Center LC 39-A
Floyd
Tampa, Florida _________________ "...there is nothing — absolutely nothing — half so much worth doing as simply messing about in boats." |
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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
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Posted: Thu Mar 11, 2021 7:40 pm Post subject: |
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We missed the launch, but we always catch the sunrise over the river at Hontoon Island State Park marina…here is today’s; we’ll load the boat and start back home tomorrow.
Thanks all, especially hosts Tom and Joyce Schulke, for another great Gathering!
Happy Cruising!
John and Eileen |
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Avidmagnum12
Joined: 23 Mar 2013 Posts: 673 City/Region: Ocklawaha
State or Province: FL
C-Dory Year: 2011
C-Dory Model: 25 Cruiser
Vessel Name: C-Otter
Photos: C-Otter
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Posted: Fri Mar 12, 2021 8:00 am Post subject: |
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Forgive me if I ramble a little. As I was laying in the V-berth this morning I was overwhelmed by the thoughts of God’s blessings that I experienced this week at our Hontoon gathering. It was not long after the gathering last year that the Virus overwhelmed all of our lives. Frankly...I wondered if we would ever have another and yet here we are!
We had about 22 boats and 50 or so great people in attendance with the most fantastic weather that we have ever had in our 8 years. We made some adjustments like holding our talks and auction spread out in the open areas. We did not have our potlucks but rather had servers place our food on plates. Lots of sanitizer! We spread out the tables. It was great to see fellow brats visiting out on the docks talking about boats and what has been going on in their lives.
The spirit of the volunteer is alive and well in “C-Brat Land”! As far as I know everyone at the gathering signed up to do something at the gathering. We had setup, take down, disinfect, garbage, food servers, campfire care, grill tenders and more. Everything was accomplished on time with smiles!
The “Clow Auction “ was a great success under the leadership of Eileen Highsmith and her crew. $461 was raised for the park at the auction. Pat Clow will be proud! A more generous group would be difficult to find. When I mentioned that we were about $60 short of expenses on Thursday extra money found it’s way into the can! Another $333 dollars came in for the Park. Almost unbelievable but true!
We also had a Dr. Bob and Marie day. Bob was our main speaker......again.....this year! We all appreciate their service and dedication to the group and look forward to seeing them again at future gatherings. A special cake was produced in celebration and I’ll get someone to post a photo later.
We understand some had situations that came up and were not able to attend this year. We look forward to seeing you in the future. As they say in the south....We miss all y’all.
The C-Otter and crew will be out on the St. John’s for the next 10 days or so.
Thanks again........Tom and Joyce |
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colbysmith
Joined: 02 Oct 2011 Posts: 4559 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
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Posted: Fri Mar 12, 2021 8:52 pm Post subject: |
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Glad to hear it all went well. I missed being there, but still having a great time on the ICW and St. Johns. Tonight we are back at the Jacksonville Free Dock. Tomorrow plan to be at the Metropolitan Marina, and then Sunday night Six Mile. Slowly working our way back to Ed Stone, where we'll pull out on the morning of the 20th. Hope to see many of you on the water between now and then. Colby |
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thataway
Joined: 02 Nov 2003 Posts: 20829 City/Region: Pensacola
State or Province: FL
C-Dory Year: 2007
C-Dory Model: 25 Cruiser
Vessel Name: thataway
Photos: Thataway
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Posted: Fri Mar 12, 2021 8:54 pm Post subject: |
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The group of 4 (5 currently--including Miss Jill--are in Deleon Springs and setting up for the pancake breakfast at the old Sugar Mill. We are slowly heading down River--North. _________________ Bob Austin
Thataway
Thataway (Ex Seaweed) 2007 25 C Dory May 2018 to Oct. 2021
Thisaway 2006 22' CDory November 2011 to May 2018
Caracal 18 140 Suzuki 2007 to present
Thataway TomCat 255 150 Suzukis June 2006 thru August 2011
C Pelican; 1992, 22 Cruiser, 2002 thru 2006
Frequent Sea; 2003 C D 25, 2007 thru 2009
KA6PKB
Home port: Pensacola FL |
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DayBreak
Joined: 16 Jul 2017 Posts: 854 City/Region: Monmouth, Or.
State or Province: OR
C-Dory Year: 2018
C-Dory Model: 23 Venture
Vessel Name: DayBreak
Photos: DayBreak
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Posted: Fri Mar 12, 2021 10:04 pm Post subject: |
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Avidmagnum12 wrote: | We made some adjustments like holding our talks and auction spread out in the open areas. We did not have our potlucks but rather had servers place our food on plates. Lots of sanitizer! We spread out the tables. It was great to see fellow brats visiting out on the docks talking about boats and what has been going on in their lives.
The spirit of the volunteer is alive and well in “C-Brat Land”! As far as I know everyone at the gathering signed up to do something at the gathering. We had setup, take down, disinfect, garbage, food servers, campfire care, grill tenders and more. Everything was accomplished on time with smiles!
Thanks again........Tom and Joyce |
Thank you Tom and Joyce for the information in this post. We are looking forward to our own CBGT at Friday Harbor, Wa. in May. Good information for how to be safe with a gathering of people in the midst of this current pandemic.
Glad everyone at this event had a good time. _________________ Gary F
DayBreak, 23 Venture, 2018 - present |
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hank clow
Joined: 13 Aug 2011 Posts: 93 City/Region: L'Anse
State or Province: MI
C-Dory Year: 2003
C-Dory Model: 22 Cruiser
Vessel Name: Meri Aura
Photos: Meri Aura
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Posted: Sat Mar 13, 2021 4:49 pm Post subject: |
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You're right, I am thrilled, but I sure missed being part of the action. I've been on a virtual cruise with Mystery Girl and C-Traveler looking enviously at your warm temperatures. My window view is still very snowy.
Enjoy the rest of your exploration of the St. Johns and its environs. Camp Clow will be in session this summer and I look forward to welcoming many of you Hontoonites and introducing you to the joys of fresh water cruising on Lake Superior.
Pat Clow |
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WeekiTiki
Joined: 12 Jun 2019 Posts: 412 City/Region: Weeki Wachee
State or Province: FL
C-Dory Year: 2003
C-Dory Model: 22 Cruiser
Vessel Name: Just Cruisin'
Photos: WeekiTiki
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Posted: Fri Mar 19, 2021 4:21 pm Post subject: |
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Sorry I didn't show everybody
Went out to the camp and it's been so nice I didn't leave
Just got home today
Been two weeks _________________ Weeki Wachee
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WeekiTiki
Joined: 12 Jun 2019 Posts: 412 City/Region: Weeki Wachee
State or Province: FL
C-Dory Year: 2003
C-Dory Model: 22 Cruiser
Vessel Name: Just Cruisin'
Photos: WeekiTiki
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Posted: Sun Mar 21, 2021 9:55 am Post subject: |
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Oh, but I didn't cancel my reservation so the park still got paid
Wife and I are headed over there in May
and staying across the river for a week at Hontoon Landing
Believe me, that's way more her speed
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Avidmagnum12
Joined: 23 Mar 2013 Posts: 673 City/Region: Ocklawaha
State or Province: FL
C-Dory Year: 2011
C-Dory Model: 25 Cruiser
Vessel Name: C-Otter
Photos: C-Otter
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Posted: Mon Mar 22, 2021 7:19 pm Post subject: |
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We had a "Dr.Bob and Marie Day" at Hontoon to thank them
for all the wonderful help that they have shared with the C-Brat family.
We can't say THANKS enough!
Tom, Joyce and all the crew at Hontoon |
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Molly Brown
Joined: 02 Nov 2003 Posts: 405 City/Region: Punta Gorda
State or Province: FL
C-Dory Year: 2003
C-Dory Model: 24 Tomcat
Vessel Name: MOLLY BROWN
Photos: Molly Brown
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Posted: Tue Mar 30, 2021 11:47 am Post subject: |
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The crew of Molly Brown arrived home safely yesterday. We did not sink or catch fire and have only minimal wear and tear on the boat. This was an epic adventure for us having only been able to cruise 1-3 weeks at a time in the past. Covid is what made this adventure possible and Betty worked Monday to Friday the entire time. She only took 2.5 days off the whole trip...she is one busy lady!
77 days. 1942 miles, 700 gallons of fuel, 265 motor hours, 4 cat falls (two of which she reboarded on her own)
Super large thanks to Tom and Joyce without whom this gathering would not occur. Also our thanks to all the Brats that attended without whom it wouldn't be special. And lastly, a tip of the hat to Dr.Bob, Marie and Gigi...it was a particular honor to cruise with you one last time.
Someone give Pat a BIG hug from us when you see her at Camp Clow this summer please.
James, Betty and Luna _________________ James, Betty, Luna cat and Moki dog on the TomCat Molly Brown
Started the Great American Loop 03/2024 |
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smckean (Tosca)
Joined: 18 Jan 2014 Posts: 975 City/Region: Guemes Island (Anacortes)
State or Province: WA
C-Dory Year: 2005
C-Dory Model: 25 Cruiser
Vessel Name: Tosca
Photos: Tosca
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Posted: Tue Mar 30, 2021 1:03 pm Post subject: |
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Quote: | 4 cat falls (two of which she reboarded on her own) |
Please tell me more about this.....
My wife and I are cat people (not that I dislike dogs, but I have never had an interest in having a dog). From time to time we attempt to take one of our cats with us on a multi-day cruise. One cat hated every minute of it; another took it in stride and slept in the v-berth most of the time; other cats have been somewhere in between. However, one aspect of "cats on board" has always bothered me, and it often stops me from taking one of them more often.....my fear of them falling overboard. I'd even say I am paranoid about it. I'm forever looking to see where they are; or am fearful of a partially open window; and many other worries.
Clearly, you guys have found a way to deal with this.......indeed, you've even had a cat fall overboard and dealt with it. Is there a secret?
P.S. I once thought for sure I had lost one of our cats. Gizmo was the cat who hated it (it was on a 5 day trip). He found crazy places to hide, and I was always trying to find him. Then one time at anchor, I couldn't find him, I mean really! I looked every possible place a zillion times.....no Gizmo. I had that sinking feeling knowing that he was gone (and it was my fault). Eventually I heard a faint meow. My heart lept....but where could he be? Turned out he had found that the CD25 "cubby pockets" (I don't what to call them....those open "compartments" under the gunnels on both sides of the cockpit) are not 100% sealed up. In the back of each, it you reach up high, there is a small opening for wires to pass into the transom lazarettes. I traced his cries and found him in the battery box. I couldn't believe he was there. Took me a while to figure out how he had done it. _________________ Sandy McKean
Purchased Tosca in 2014
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ssobol
Joined: 27 Oct 2012 Posts: 3382 City/Region: SW Michigan
State or Province: MI
C-Dory Year: 2008
C-Dory Model: 22 Cruiser
Vessel Name: SoBELLE
Photos: SoBelle
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Posted: Tue Mar 30, 2021 2:45 pm Post subject: |
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smckean (Tosca) wrote: | ... P.S. I once thought for sure I had lost one of our cats. Gizmo was the cat who hated it (it was on a 5 day trip). He found crazy places to hide, and I was always trying to find him. Then one time at anchor, I couldn't find him, I mean really! I looked every possible place a zillion times.....no Gizmo. I had that sinking feeling knowing that he was gone (and it was my fault). Eventually I heard a faint meow. My heart lept....but where could he be? Turned out he had found that the CD25 "cubby pockets" (I don't what to call them....those open "compartments" under the gunnels on both sides of the cockpit) are not 100% sealed up. In the back of each, it you reach up high, there is a small opening for wires to pass into the transom lazarettes. I traced his cries and found him in the battery box. I couldn't believe he was there. Took me a while to figure out how he had done it. |
We had a cat once. It would disappear for hours inside the house. We'd look all over for it, but no luck. Eventually found that it would climb up the back of one of the nightstands by our bed (inside between the back panel and the closed drawer) and sleep in the bottom drawer. The cat would reappear when its nap was over. Never figured out how it managed to pull that off. Cats are pretty good contortionists though.
Used to have some friends in BC that would cruise on their sailboat with two cats. One went overboard one night. Fortunately, the splash was heard and the cat was fished out using a landing net. |
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