10/19 - 10/21 - Second Annual Gulf Coast Gathering

volsman · Posted: Thu Oct 11, 2007 9:35 pm Post subject:

We are planning to leaving Fort Walton Beach 8 am Wednesday, stop Panama City Marina that night. We will arrive 3 pm Thursday John's House or Friday afternoon if have weather problems. Trip planned at about 10kts. We will trailer the boat to Fort Walton Tuesday afternoon. Have Tide and doctor appointment problems in Gulf Breeze on Tuesday. Be glad to have anyone join us. Just let us know to look for you.

Capt. Jim · Posted: Sat Oct 13, 2007 1:14 pm Post subject:

Marc and all,
My daughter is expecting our second grandchild the week of October 22.
She is experiencing some dificulties and I think it is best that we remain
close by.
Sorry to miss the best C-Brat gathering EVER!

Wefings · Posted: Sat Oct 13, 2007 1:54 pm Post subject:

Capt Jim, I wish you the best for a trouble free grandchild delivery , and we will have a spot for here next time . Maybe we can hook up during boat show season in Biloxi , or on my yearly tuna pilgrimage to The Lump.
Marc

Wefings · Posted: Sat Oct 13, 2007 2:05 pm Post subject:

Ok it time for Marc's cellphone ; 850-653-5950 . Volsman , you are welcome at John's dock on Thurs. There is power and we will be there preparing for a great event . If anyone need to reach me for info feel free to call . The shop # is 850-670-8100
I will put a C Dory Banner on the Gazebo on the river so it will be obvious where we are going .
Marc

thataway · Posted: Sun Oct 14, 2007 9:37 pm Post subject:

Just a heads up--there is significant red tide appearing around Pensacola and Fort Walton Beach--I don't have reports from other areas yet. It has appeared in an increased amount with fish kills in the last 24 hours. We don't have it in Perdido Bay yet (and hope we don't)--hope that Apalachicola escapes!

On edit: checked with the Fish and Wild life commission--the max red tide is in Bay County last week. It seems to be spreading this way--and two days ago no fish kills at Pensacola--today they are happening. No mention of the Apalachicola area being a problem.

Wefings · Posted: Mon Oct 15, 2007 8:48 am Post subject:

Thanks for the report Bob , We have had hints of it here , but nothing even close to severe. Port St Joe had some . A nice north wind would be handy right about now.............
Marc

Wefings · Posted: Mon Oct 15, 2007 9:03 am Post subject:

Looks like east winds [good for us ] till at least Wed. Then chance of showers [also good for dilution and runnoff] Great temperatures as well !
Marc

Ashley Lynn · Posted: Mon Oct 15, 2007 10:01 am Post subject:

Nancy and I will be launching sometime Wednesday morning and heading over to the Panama City marina---then bumming around the area for the day.

Thursday heading over to the Water street marina for the night and then bumming/cruising around the area---St George, Dog Island----then on to John's Riverside retreat for Friday-Saturday-Sunday.

Looking forward to a few days of cruising, sightseeing, and relaxing.

Wefings · Posted: Mon Oct 15, 2007 10:35 am Post subject:

Hey Norwalk , I have a slip for you in the City Marina if you like . Give me a call if you want to use it .
Marc

Byrdman · Posted: Wed Oct 17, 2007 10:30 am Post subject:

Going to pick up my boat after the intital break in service on the motors...and just might drop a Yamaha EF3000iSEB on the boat. It does weigh 151.8 lbs dry...so call it about 160 lbs. That may prevent the "kinda honest" folks from just walking by and picking up one or both of the 60 pound gens Angry

... or. have them moving slow enough some other actions can take place if they are still in range Mr. Green

It pretty much clons 30Amp shore power. Size is about right for a "box" of some type in the cockpit behind the bulkhead wall of the cabin. Shoot... I might just bring some 1/4" plywood and some structure lumber....and we have some building blocks time and see who can come up with the best box award!! Nothing like getting C-Brats on site feedback and gaining from all the "what if we did this" ideas.

Will drive down Thursday...and depending on when I really get out of Clarksville, either stay on the road somewhere enroute, or make it on down and launch. Time will tell.

Really looking forward to seeing my C-Brat friends!!!

Byrdman

Sea Wolf · Posted: Wed Oct 17, 2007 11:39 am Post subject:

Pat-

Not sure how large (dimensions) that big genny will be, but if you remember we have discussed housing the generators in some ready-made box like one of the Rubbermaid Action Packers. They look great and eliminate the design/construcction problem for those of us who are not retired woodshop teachers!

If it's too big for one of those, Rubbermaid and others also make garden storage boxes that might be appropriate. Lots of folks here on Shasta Lake use them on their houseboats and on the dock as dock boxes. They're about 1/3 the cost of a dock box at a marine chandelery.

Keep your lifejacket on and your shotgun loaded!

Joe. Teeth

Rubbermaid Action Packer set up to hold generator on top when running and store it inside with gas cans, electrical cord, funnels, bungee cords, etc. See my album on page 6 for several more photos. Sea Wolf.

Papillon · Posted: Wed Oct 17, 2007 7:47 pm Post subject:

Well...I think we have everything loaded. Only time will tell for sure. Jim (Duck) and I along with the ladies and dogs are heading out for points north at midnite. So Marc, you can expect us to arrive your area around daybreak and ready to pitch in and help you guys get ready for the weekend.

I will give you a hollar when we get settled in sometime around mid morning....lord willing and the creeks don't rise.

Wefings · Posted: Wed Oct 17, 2007 7:54 pm Post subject:

Thanks Mike , Im working on the BBQ rub and sauce now.....We look forward to seeing you all . We may have a little stormy weather , so be careful .
Marc

Byrdman · Posted: Wed Oct 17, 2007 8:01 pm Post subject:

Hey Joe! Thanks for the reminder on the box. Gotta go by Home Depot for a bit in the morning to let the Nashville gotta-go-to-work crowd clear the area... Got the gen "hog tied" now for transporting. I can always use a box or two in the garage. Great idea...again.

Got a call from smiling blue eyed Mrs. Brenda & Mr. Bill....on the Falcon. They have been blessed with much better travel weather this year, and are breaking in the new hotel and dock. Sweet place it sounds.

I plan to arrive in Eastpoint just prior to dark. Thursday..as to keep the bugs off my pretty just waxed boat. Yes, I am going to show up in a boat with wax on it, AND...my fenders all match, but not the ropes. Too good of a deal on close out brand ropes at the "local" Boaters World Clearance box...

Launch where ever Marc thinks best based on conditions at the time Friday morning..and start having fun, helping out if some things need done.

Now...I will stay out of Dr. Bob's way during his competition run with the F-16's also flying out of P-Cola....but, would kind of like some input on who may be doing, or interested in some "slower" cruising back west toward P-Cola after the gig breaks up Sunday morning??? I would. I do look forward to seeing you again this year Bob, and of course your Bride Marie.

Byrdman

thataway · Posted: Wed Oct 17, 2007 8:12 pm Post subject:

We used the "Action packer" last year--but after using it on Powell, and Catalina, with the 1 KW Honda, we decided we wanted a more robust box. We found one at Wal Mart in Calif--and have a couple at home--they are about 50% bigger than the action packers--and are sturdy enough to sit on, climb on or put the inflatable on. Also more room, for the "Stuff" we found got wet in the "fish boxes".

We will be going fast both ways--mostly because of medical appointments for members of the family. But happy to share places to stop.

We had some moderate thunder storms today--but they were short and intense. If caught out--in some cases, it may be best to find shelter off the ICW or even anchor if visability is markedly reduced. The weekend looks to be perfect weather!

Looking foreward to seeing the "Gang" Friday AM.