cmetzenberg
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wish i could go guys. I'm out to sea but not for fun.
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August 2 to 8 - 14th Annual Catalina Off-Shore Adventure
- Thread starter Jim Gibson
- Start date
My schedule for that week is changing faster than my underwear... We have another round of Eastern guests arriving late the week before and staying 10 days. The current plan is to go camping Friday (7/31) thru Monday (8/3), then perhaps head to Catalina on Tuesday and stay thru Thursday. So for now, don't plan on extra mouths to feed on Monday if a potluck is on the itinerary.
Jim Gibson
Member
Below is our current attendance for the upcoming Catalina Off-shore Adventure:
1. Jim & Kath - Pounder
2. John & Robbin - Dinner Belle II
3. Steve & Carmen - Dora-Jean
4. Kent & Marcia - Marcia Jane
5. Floyd & Eiko - FarC'r
6. Heinz & Diane - Lighthouse Express
7. Bernie - Altair
8. Joel & Susan - SEA3PO
9. Pedro & Eileen - C-Casa
10. Bob & Marie - Thataway.
This is a good turnout as we now are at double digit boats! Some of the above boats may be there part of the time, and some of the boats will be there all of the time.
We thus have approximately 19, or more, attendees. Others are welcome to come, just please indicate your intent.
If you are on the above list, and you are not coming, please let us know. If you are not on the above list, and you are coming, please say so.
This year, like last year, we are having a more informal kickoff on Sunday, August 2nd. In the past most everyone has met in MDR on Sunday for a get together before we all go over on Monday morning. This year, like last year, some attendees are leaving at different times and locations, but most everyone will be together on Monday, August 3rd at Two Harbors. Because of the complexity of meeting everyone’s specific different departure times and locations, we are not formally coordinating the Sunday departure this year.
Kath and I will arrive in MDR Sunday late afternoon with the John and Robbin. We will then go over to Two Harbors on Monday morning, August 3rd.
For those that plan to meet at Marina Del Ray (MDR) on Sunday, late afternoon, August 2nd, please indicate so. Any of those in this group, who want to, can go out to dinner together on Sunday night at MDR.
Pounder and Dinner Belle II will proceed to Two Harbors on Monday morning, August 3rd, leaving MDR at approximately 7:00 AM. When we get to Two Harbors we will obtain “string line” reservations close to shore, and together. We will coordinate this reservation on the way over via communication on VHF Channel 69.
Most of us will return from Two Harbors on early Saturday morning, August 8th. Again, we will leave Two Harbors at approximately 7:00 AM on that Saturday.
On Monday night, August 3rd, we will have group pot luck on the beach. Each boat should plan on bringing a dish to share with the group. Everyone is to bring their own drinks to the beach party Monday.
During the week of August 3rd for our activities we may have a fishing trip (and an associated fish fry), a sightseeing trip to Avalon, a scuba diving or snorkeling trip, a kayak excursion along the shore, hikes around the Island, and/ or a bicycle trip around Two Harbors. On Friday night, August 7th, for those that want to, we usually have a group dinner together at the Harbor Reef Restaurant.
For many aging C-Dory folks, it will be sufficient to just relax on their boats. This activity includes watching the sun rise, and set, and enjoying the perfect 75 degree weather in flip-flops, shorts, and t-shirts.
Some folks eat breakfast over at the Galley Grill in the morning, and most eat light lunches and dinners on their own boats. Often times there will be mid-afternoon drinks over at the Harbor Reef Saloon or the Banning House Lodge. Some folks often host a happy hour during the week on their boats. There is a good grocery store at Two Harbors where one can buy most anything needed and replenish ice every few days.
Be sure to bring a good functioning tender to this event, as a big part of this venue is getting to, and from, the dingy dock, and cruising around to all the other boats and visiting. A functioning small outboard on the tender really helps. Also, bring quarters for the pay showers, another key to happy Island life!
Regarding food assignments for our Monday night pot luck BBQ on the beach we need volunteers for the following types of dishes:
A. Steaks or tri tip to BBQ – Jim and Kath
B. Spaghetti and meat sauce or some other main dish – need volunteer
C. Cheese, chips, and dip, etc. for pre-dinner snacks – need volunteer
D. Potato or macaroni pasta salad – need volunteer
E. Green salad and dressing – need volunteer
F. Garlic bread and corn and butter and aluminum foil – need volunteer
G. Dessert (ice cream from the store) and cookies – need volunteer.
We have 10 vessels on this journey, though not all of them may be there Monday night. There are at least seven (7) opportunities to volunteer for a food assignment above. For any other vessel(s), please make your own suggested food contributions. Please sign up now for your potluck assignment!
If anyone needs to check in regarding logistics on this trip they may call me on my cell telephone number (916) 799-0286.
1. Jim & Kath - Pounder
2. John & Robbin - Dinner Belle II
3. Steve & Carmen - Dora-Jean
4. Kent & Marcia - Marcia Jane
5. Floyd & Eiko - FarC'r
6. Heinz & Diane - Lighthouse Express
7. Bernie - Altair
8. Joel & Susan - SEA3PO
9. Pedro & Eileen - C-Casa
10. Bob & Marie - Thataway.
This is a good turnout as we now are at double digit boats! Some of the above boats may be there part of the time, and some of the boats will be there all of the time.
We thus have approximately 19, or more, attendees. Others are welcome to come, just please indicate your intent.
If you are on the above list, and you are not coming, please let us know. If you are not on the above list, and you are coming, please say so.
This year, like last year, we are having a more informal kickoff on Sunday, August 2nd. In the past most everyone has met in MDR on Sunday for a get together before we all go over on Monday morning. This year, like last year, some attendees are leaving at different times and locations, but most everyone will be together on Monday, August 3rd at Two Harbors. Because of the complexity of meeting everyone’s specific different departure times and locations, we are not formally coordinating the Sunday departure this year.
Kath and I will arrive in MDR Sunday late afternoon with the John and Robbin. We will then go over to Two Harbors on Monday morning, August 3rd.
For those that plan to meet at Marina Del Ray (MDR) on Sunday, late afternoon, August 2nd, please indicate so. Any of those in this group, who want to, can go out to dinner together on Sunday night at MDR.
Pounder and Dinner Belle II will proceed to Two Harbors on Monday morning, August 3rd, leaving MDR at approximately 7:00 AM. When we get to Two Harbors we will obtain “string line” reservations close to shore, and together. We will coordinate this reservation on the way over via communication on VHF Channel 69.
Most of us will return from Two Harbors on early Saturday morning, August 8th. Again, we will leave Two Harbors at approximately 7:00 AM on that Saturday.
On Monday night, August 3rd, we will have group pot luck on the beach. Each boat should plan on bringing a dish to share with the group. Everyone is to bring their own drinks to the beach party Monday.
During the week of August 3rd for our activities we may have a fishing trip (and an associated fish fry), a sightseeing trip to Avalon, a scuba diving or snorkeling trip, a kayak excursion along the shore, hikes around the Island, and/ or a bicycle trip around Two Harbors. On Friday night, August 7th, for those that want to, we usually have a group dinner together at the Harbor Reef Restaurant.
For many aging C-Dory folks, it will be sufficient to just relax on their boats. This activity includes watching the sun rise, and set, and enjoying the perfect 75 degree weather in flip-flops, shorts, and t-shirts.
Some folks eat breakfast over at the Galley Grill in the morning, and most eat light lunches and dinners on their own boats. Often times there will be mid-afternoon drinks over at the Harbor Reef Saloon or the Banning House Lodge. Some folks often host a happy hour during the week on their boats. There is a good grocery store at Two Harbors where one can buy most anything needed and replenish ice every few days.
Be sure to bring a good functioning tender to this event, as a big part of this venue is getting to, and from, the dingy dock, and cruising around to all the other boats and visiting. A functioning small outboard on the tender really helps. Also, bring quarters for the pay showers, another key to happy Island life!
Regarding food assignments for our Monday night pot luck BBQ on the beach we need volunteers for the following types of dishes:
A. Steaks or tri tip to BBQ – Jim and Kath
B. Spaghetti and meat sauce or some other main dish – need volunteer
C. Cheese, chips, and dip, etc. for pre-dinner snacks – need volunteer
D. Potato or macaroni pasta salad – need volunteer
E. Green salad and dressing – need volunteer
F. Garlic bread and corn and butter and aluminum foil – need volunteer
G. Dessert (ice cream from the store) and cookies – need volunteer.
We have 10 vessels on this journey, though not all of them may be there Monday night. There are at least seven (7) opportunities to volunteer for a food assignment above. For any other vessel(s), please make your own suggested food contributions. Please sign up now for your potluck assignment!
If anyone needs to check in regarding logistics on this trip they may call me on my cell telephone number (916) 799-0286.
Lighthouse Express
New member
Jim,
We will bring the macaroni pasta salad...
We will bring the macaroni pasta salad...
Thisaway, thataway, whichaway, will bring pasta salad with crab and shrimp. (We will definitely be there on the 3rd--may go over on the 2nd?), but will come from Huntington Harbor. We may have one of two rug rats aboard (Deven or Maya)..?? unknown about those, but they eat little.
Bluechablis
New member
Just an update from us. Bernie will not be able to join the adventure. Eiko and I have been the primary caregiver to her 96 yr old Uncle but we are hopeful that we can join the group at least until Tues. But just in case we won't volunteer for any of the potluck dishes in case something comes up and we can't make it. However we will bring some wine for the get together on Mon evening!
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Marina del Rey public boat launch ramp is located at 13477 Fiji Way (Basin H). Enter the lot from Fiji Way, one and a half blocks west of Lincoln Boulevard.
FEES:
When unstaffed, please pay at the pay station located at the entrance, which accepts bills, coins, and credit cards (Visa and Mastercard). The fee includes launching, recovery, and 24-hour parking.
Vehicles with trailers - $12.50 (24 hours)
Vehicles only - $9.50 (24 hours)
All vehicles must have receipt displayed face up on driver's side dashboard at all times while parked.
PARKING FOR LONGER THAN 48 HOURS (but for no more than 7 days within a 30-day period):
Call the Department of Beaches and Harbors’ extended stay number at (310) 305-9534, and leave the following information requested below:
Your name
Description of vehicle
Car and trailer license plate numbers
Arrival and departure dates
Your phone number
Reason for extension over 48 hours
NOTE: Anyone leaving a message from a cell phone must ensure that reception is completely clear. If the information left on the message system is not clear and the necessary information cannot be obtained, you may receive a citation. The Department will not waive any citations nor be held responsible for towing charges or recovery of any vehicles/vessels.
WARNING: Parking for over 7 days within a 30-day period is prohibited. Vehicles that are parked for more than 7 days within a 30 day period may be cited/towed.
Dinghy Launch Ramp and Storage
A public dinghy launch ramp is available at 4101 Admiralty Way, at Marina Beach. There is no fee to launch, but there is a fee to park in Lot #10. For dinghy storage information, please call the Boating Section at (310) 301-9152.
For more information, contact Modern Parking, Inc.
Phone: (310) 821-1081
Hours: 8 am - 5 pm, Monday - Sunday " .oo
Bookmark
Marina del Rey public boat launch ramp is located at 13477 Fiji Way (Basin H). Enter the lot from Fiji Way, one and a half blocks west of Lincoln Boulevard.
FEES:
When unstaffed, please pay at the pay station located at the entrance, which accepts bills, coins, and credit cards (Visa and Mastercard). The fee includes launching, recovery, and 24-hour parking.
Vehicles with trailers - $12.50 (24 hours)
Vehicles only - $9.50 (24 hours)
All vehicles must have receipt displayed face up on driver's side dashboard at all times while parked.
PARKING FOR LONGER THAN 48 HOURS (but for no more than 7 days within a 30-day period):
Call the Department of Beaches and Harbors’ extended stay number at (310) 305-9534, and leave the following information requested below:
Your name
Description of vehicle
Car and trailer license plate numbers
Arrival and departure dates
Your phone number
Reason for extension over 48 hours
NOTE: Anyone leaving a message from a cell phone must ensure that reception is completely clear. If the information left on the message system is not clear and the necessary information cannot be obtained, you may receive a citation. The Department will not waive any citations nor be held responsible for towing charges or recovery of any vehicles/vessels.
WARNING: Parking for over 7 days within a 30-day period is prohibited. Vehicles that are parked for more than 7 days within a 30 day period may be cited/towed.
Dinghy Launch Ramp and Storage
A public dinghy launch ramp is available at 4101 Admiralty Way, at Marina Beach. There is no fee to launch, but there is a fee to park in Lot #10. For dinghy storage information, please call the Boating Section at (310) 301-9152.
For more information, contact Modern Parking, Inc.
Phone: (310) 821-1081
Hours: 8 am - 5 pm, Monday - Sunday " .oo
Jim Gibson
Member
Thanks everyone for the food turn out. We will have a good meal on Monday evening to kick off the Catalina week! Below is the food summary.
1. Jim & Kath – Pounder (Steaks to BBQ)
2. John & Robbin - Dinner Belle II
3. Steve & Carmen - Dora-Jean (not there Monday)
4. Kent & Marcia - Marcia Jane (Cheese, Crackers, Potato Chips, Corn Chips, Dip and Salsa)
5. Floyd & Eiko - FarC'r (may not be there Monday)
6. Heinz & Diane - Lighthouse Express (Macaroni Salad)
7. Joel & Susan - SEA3PO (Desert and Ice Cream)
8. Pedro & Eileen - C-Casa (Green Salad and Dressing)
9. Bob & Marie – Thataway (Garlic Bread and Corn, with Foil and Butter).
Looks like we will have 7 or 8 boats for Monday evening. Plan on food for 16 people (includes a few possible kids). John and Robbin will also likely bring some food on Monday.
Looking forward to seeing everyone on either Sunday and/or Monday.
Jim & Kath
1. Jim & Kath – Pounder (Steaks to BBQ)
2. John & Robbin - Dinner Belle II
3. Steve & Carmen - Dora-Jean (not there Monday)
4. Kent & Marcia - Marcia Jane (Cheese, Crackers, Potato Chips, Corn Chips, Dip and Salsa)
5. Floyd & Eiko - FarC'r (may not be there Monday)
6. Heinz & Diane - Lighthouse Express (Macaroni Salad)
7. Joel & Susan - SEA3PO (Desert and Ice Cream)
8. Pedro & Eileen - C-Casa (Green Salad and Dressing)
9. Bob & Marie – Thataway (Garlic Bread and Corn, with Foil and Butter).
Looks like we will have 7 or 8 boats for Monday evening. Plan on food for 16 people (includes a few possible kids). John and Robbin will also likely bring some food on Monday.
Looking forward to seeing everyone on either Sunday and/or Monday.
Jim & Kath
I just got home last night from a 14 day motorcycle trip to Billings Montana... had a great time...especially on the Beartooth Pass... it was hailing...blowing 40 knots and terrible riding conditions...it was super fun.. I had not expected so much rain... I packed for heat... had to stop at a Cabella's and buy some Frog Togs....
We are leaving this morning for Catalina... first to Southern California to pick up the boat..give er a quick wash and we will launch at Channel Islands... and motor over.. I always enjoy that run...last year we had a whale come alongside.,.. it was fun..
See ya'all there
Joel, Susan and the dogs....Roxie and Emma
We are leaving this morning for Catalina... first to Southern California to pick up the boat..give er a quick wash and we will launch at Channel Islands... and motor over.. I always enjoy that run...last year we had a whale come alongside.,.. it was fun..
See ya'all there
Joel, Susan and the dogs....Roxie and Emma
Jim Gibson
Member
Thanks Joel. See you and Susan at Catalina.
I want to hear all about your Montana BMW trip. My friends Ken and Marcia also went and they drove out and back 2 days each way from Sacramento!
John and Robbin are bringing for Monday night BBQ Capressi Tomatoes (her heirlooms with Mozzarella cheese topped with Dogtown EVOO gold medal olive oil and Balsamic vinegar).
See you all at Two Harbors. Looking forward to some Buffalo Milk!
Jim & Kath
I want to hear all about your Montana BMW trip. My friends Ken and Marcia also went and they drove out and back 2 days each way from Sacramento!
John and Robbin are bringing for Monday night BBQ Capressi Tomatoes (her heirlooms with Mozzarella cheese topped with Dogtown EVOO gold medal olive oil and Balsamic vinegar).
See you all at Two Harbors. Looking forward to some Buffalo Milk!
Jim & Kath
Our plan is launch at Huntington Harbor, Sunset Aquatic Park Sunday. We have overnight reservations at Rainbow Harbor Long Beach (inner Shoreline Marina). Alamitos bay does not have any transient slips available, because of 200 slip renovations, Sunset aquatic doest not have any vacancies. (I had the feeling that there were political overtones with that--if you were a friend of the management, they might find a slip). We will leave for the Isthmus early Monday AM, after we return the gate key ($50 deposit!).
Our plan is launch at Huntington Harbor, Sunset Aquatic Park Sunday. We have overnight reservations at Rainbow Harbor Long Beach (inner Shoreline Marina). Alamitos bay does not have any transient slips available, because of 200 slip renovations, Sunset aquatic doest not have any vacancies. (I had the feeling that there were political overtones with that--if you were a friend of the management, they might find a slip). We will leave for the Isthmus early Monday AM, after we return the gate key ($50 deposit!).
Marie will bring 20 ears of corn, ready to go on the grill. Plenty of Garlic
Bread. We will probably return to the Mainland on Thursday. Unfortunately our grandson has a doctor's appointment on the 4th, and there is not any way his mother can get him on the cattle boat on the 5th. (They have to be out of their house on the 6th, and leave for 2 years in London on the 10th.)
Marie will bring 20 ears of corn, ready to go on the grill. Plenty of Garlic
Bread. We will probably return to the Mainland on Thursday. Unfortunately our grandson has a doctor's appointment on the 4th, and there is not any way his mother can get him on the cattle boat on the 5th. (They have to be out of their house on the 6th, and leave for 2 years in London on the 10th.)
Jim Gibson
Member
Steve (Dora-Jean)
Consider bringing your scuba diving stuff when you come later on in the week. I have packed mine with me for this trip just in case there is a dive opportunity.
I have been told that the waters are several degrees warmer than normal.
Diver Jim
Consider bringing your scuba diving stuff when you come later on in the week. I have packed mine with me for this trip just in case there is a dive opportunity.
I have been told that the waters are several degrees warmer than normal.
Diver Jim
Looks as if the water temp is about 75--that is a few degrees higher than "usual'--We are bringing swim suits (although us Floridians, generally don't get in water less than 80 degrees!
May be some patchy fog in the AM's, and daytime temps in the mid 70's, night time temps in the low to mid 60's--and the usual "Isthmus Draft" thru the anchorage.
Wish I could still dive! One of my favorite places is off Arrow Point. But even the Harbor reef offers both good diving and snorkeling!
We is packed and the boat ready to launch in the mid morning Sunday. (as soon as we make sure a car we sold is going to its new owner--and too late to get over to the Island before the chop builds up).
May be some patchy fog in the AM's, and daytime temps in the mid 70's, night time temps in the low to mid 60's--and the usual "Isthmus Draft" thru the anchorage.
Wish I could still dive! One of my favorite places is off Arrow Point. But even the Harbor reef offers both good diving and snorkeling!
We is packed and the boat ready to launch in the mid morning Sunday. (as soon as we make sure a car we sold is going to its new owner--and too late to get over to the Island before the chop builds up).
mailbox101
New member
Hi Everyone,
Unfortunately we were unable to make the trip down the coast this year, but we will still try to drop in by ferry for a few days.
The cost of round-trip ferry from San Pedro and three nights at Banning Lodge is over $850. Add in the additional cost of eating at restaurants and our little boats suddenly seem quite thrifty.
David and Donald
Unfortunately we were unable to make the trip down the coast this year, but we will still try to drop in by ferry for a few days.
The cost of round-trip ferry from San Pedro and three nights at Banning Lodge is over $850. Add in the additional cost of eating at restaurants and our little boats suddenly seem quite thrifty.
David and Donald