Jonathan Gutoff
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Is Moonshine the sister?
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Affirmative. MOONSHINE, with B&M Erkelens, finished 1994 Pac Cup in 11 days, 9 hours elapsed, winning first in class and first overall.
Philpott
Cal 2-27 Dura Mater
That Jonathan. He knows so much about west coast boats. He’s gonna get fat on all the Marianne’s ice cream winnings.
Boat has found a home at Richmond YC.
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That certainly made somebody's day (and year)!!
Does anyone have more information about the Boat? Designer? Builder? How many? Where was it built?
I enjoy learning about the diverse but disappearing boat building industry?
Ants
Boat: Dogpatch 26 BEAR GARDEN, Designer: Jacob Van Heeckeren, Builder: Hank Jotz How Many:2 Built at: San Francisco
BobJ
Alerion 38 "Surprise!"
Bill Erkelens and I serve together on the RYC Foundation board. He adds the following:
"I think it was a group design gig. Kame Richards, Jake VanHeeckeren, Carl Schumacher all were involved. Build up in the North West. Both have very cool box beams and ring frames below."
"Hank Jotz owned the semi-sister (to Moonshine) called Bear Grotto. I think it is 1’ shorter and has a little more rocker than Moonshine. It is thinner plywood 1/4” and Moonshine is 3/8”. Both boats have a light aircraft glass over the plywood in the hull. The Grotto has a smaller rig and not sure about the ballast difference."
"I think it was a group design gig. Kame Richards, Jake VanHeeckeren, Carl Schumacher all were involved. Build up in the North West. Both have very cool box beams and ring frames below."
"Hank Jotz owned the semi-sister (to Moonshine) called Bear Grotto. I think it is 1’ shorter and has a little more rocker than Moonshine. It is thinner plywood 1/4” and Moonshine is 3/8”. Both boats have a light aircraft glass over the plywood in the hull. The Grotto has a smaller rig and not sure about the ballast difference."
For a current log entry I don't have to dig very deep into my duffle of sea stories. Yesterday, to celebrate 75 circumnavigations of the sun, Annie and I had booked passage on the 45 foot whale watch boat SANCTUARY out of Moss Landing. The choice of boat was easy: SANCTUARY runs on 100% bio-diesel.
It being winter and low season for whales and still a bit early for migrating grays and humpbacks, SANCTUARY's naturalist was initially pessimistic we'd see much activity. After about an hour and a quarter of running, 12 nm WSW of Moss, out of the corner of my eye, I glimpsed a spout to starboard and hailed the captain, "Thar she blows, 1 o'clock, 1 mile!"
The rest of the morning, and into the early afternoon, we were in the midst of a pod of 6 mature humpbacks, 45-55 feet, who seemed to be haphazardly grazing in the vicinity of MBARI weather buoy 46092. The captain would regularly shut down the engine, and we'd drift with whales often passing within a length or two. The conditions were calm, and except for two seasick passengers, 15 others were thrilled with the proximity and duration of sightings.
Living in a city, it's easy to forget we live adjacent to National Marine Sanctuary, and the captain observed there were probably few other people within 10 miles of our location, Monterey being the closest point of civilization.
While most aboard were observing the chuffing cetaceans, there was some other action nearby: mixed amongst the gulls, frequently Northern Fulmars would glide by, about 15 feet off the water. This is a bird species rarely sighted nearshore, but sometimes present near the outer limits of the Sanctuary.
And then the icing on the birthday cake, a black footed albatross soared into view, likely on its eastern most loop of the Pacific which may have begun from Hawaii, or even from islands further west.
A good day to be at sea in an oceanic wilderness.
It being winter and low season for whales and still a bit early for migrating grays and humpbacks, SANCTUARY's naturalist was initially pessimistic we'd see much activity. After about an hour and a quarter of running, 12 nm WSW of Moss, out of the corner of my eye, I glimpsed a spout to starboard and hailed the captain, "Thar she blows, 1 o'clock, 1 mile!"
The rest of the morning, and into the early afternoon, we were in the midst of a pod of 6 mature humpbacks, 45-55 feet, who seemed to be haphazardly grazing in the vicinity of MBARI weather buoy 46092. The captain would regularly shut down the engine, and we'd drift with whales often passing within a length or two. The conditions were calm, and except for two seasick passengers, 15 others were thrilled with the proximity and duration of sightings.
Living in a city, it's easy to forget we live adjacent to National Marine Sanctuary, and the captain observed there were probably few other people within 10 miles of our location, Monterey being the closest point of civilization.
While most aboard were observing the chuffing cetaceans, there was some other action nearby: mixed amongst the gulls, frequently Northern Fulmars would glide by, about 15 feet off the water. This is a bird species rarely sighted nearshore, but sometimes present near the outer limits of the Sanctuary.
And then the icing on the birthday cake, a black footed albatross soared into view, likely on its eastern most loop of the Pacific which may have begun from Hawaii, or even from islands further west.
A good day to be at sea in an oceanic wilderness.
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Sleddog_sis
Sailor & former racer
Skip, love these photos of the albatross and more ~ thanks for taking us out in the ocean with you!
And our brother Scott put me on to a fun Latitude 38 article about Commodore Tompkins’ late February birthday, plus you and Paul Elvstrom. Link* with good photos below. Good stories told. (Scott said the race was in 1971.)
Hugs from your little sis
https://www.latitude38.com/lectronic/birthday-revelations-commodore/
And our brother Scott put me on to a fun Latitude 38 article about Commodore Tompkins’ late February birthday, plus you and Paul Elvstrom. Link* with good photos below. Good stories told. (Scott said the race was in 1971.)
Hugs from your little sis
https://www.latitude38.com/lectronic/birthday-revelations-commodore/
Intermission
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I gave up on Google telling me the construction material.
Hint for the bonus points: The outrigger canoe in which the two yet to be recognized crew are paddling is constructed of legendary, highly revered, and sacred wood, native to and growing only in Hawaii.
The beautiful grain of this wood is renowned for its deep, rich colors and varied patterns. This wood is highly favored for guitars and the sweet sounds it produces.
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Correct! Thanks, Tom. Yes, Duke Kahanamoku won 3 Olympic Gold medals (and 2 silver) in swimming. Amelia Earhart was first woman to fly solo both the Atlantic and Pacific (Hawaii to Mainland.)
Anyone visiting Capitola Boat Club and Maritime Museum, besides enjoying Marianne's Macapuno ice cream, will be able to examine a Polynesian voyaging canoe (waʻa kaulua or vaka moana) built of Koa wood.
Anyone visiting Capitola Boat Club and Maritime Museum, besides enjoying Marianne's Macapuno ice cream, will be able to examine a Polynesian voyaging canoe (waʻa kaulua or vaka moana) built of Koa wood.
Tom P.
m/v PACIFIC LOON
Your quiz triggered a memory of reading a recent article in THE NATURE CONSERVANCY magazine about the Kona Hema Preserve on the Island of Hawai'i. The 8,245 acre preserve (not open to the public) protects part of an ancient koa-`ohi`a forest that spans more than 100,000 acres along the leeward coast of the Island of Hawai'i. Here on the slopes of Mauna Loa fly the endangered Hawaiian hawk, or `io,* the Hawaiian hoary bat, and globally unique native songbird species: the `apapane, `i`iwi, `elepaio, and `amakihi. The preserve is the home of the largest koa tree in the US: 115 feet tall with a circumference of 343.3 inches. This koa was placed on the 2012 National Register of Big Trees.
*Some readers might recognize the Hawaiian name for that endangered hawk as the name of a new shorthanded boat on our SF Bay.
*Some readers might recognize the Hawaiian name for that endangered hawk as the name of a new shorthanded boat on our SF Bay.
Thanks much to DAZZLER for the additional info regarding the Big Island's Koa Preserve and its inhabitants!
Also, thank you to Howard Spruit for forwarding Santa Cruz Yacht Club's stated procedures for possible presence of Covid19 Virus. I'm sure all Bay Area yacht clubs and sailing organizations subscribe to these precautions. As an aside, it was impressive to watch the transparent briefing by CA Gov. Newsom, Oakland Mayor Schaaf, and others regarding tomorrow's docking and disembarkation of the cruise ship GRAND PRINCESS at Oakland's Outer Harbor.
Dear Fellow Members:
I am sure you are following news of the coronavirus (COVID-19), which is changing almost day by day. The Flag Officers and Board of Directors are carefully monitoring and reviewing the issue and wish to reassure the membership that actions are being taken by the Club now.
Reducing the Risk
In order to help reduce the risk of spreading the coronavirus, we ask that all members and staff observe these procedures to help prevent the spread of illness:
Wash hands often with soap and water, or with alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
Cover a cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue into the trash immediately.
Stay home if you are sick, and avoid close contact with people who are sick.
Avoid touching of your eyes, nose and mouth.
Actions by the Club
If you or a guest are feeling sick or showing signs of symptoms, please advise a staff member, who will direct the individual to a specified, isolated area in the Clubhouse until medical assistance arrives.
We are increasing the number of hand sanitizer stations and tissue dispensers throughout the Clubhouse. We will also work with the cleaning staff to ensure thorough cleaning with disinfectants.
Future Club Events
We will continue to monitor the situation with regard to all upcoming Club events. I assure you that the Club will do everything possible to ensure that members' and guests' enjoyment of the Clubhouse is unaffected. However, we have to make decisions that are in the best interests of all members, guests and staff.
Moving Forward
Our intention is that the majority of planned Club events go ahead as scheduled. We will keep an accurate list of attendees so that should someone be infected we can quickly contact all who were at a given event.
Given the dynamic nature of the situation, we are prepared to take action as the situation changes. Any such decisions will be communicated to membership as far in advance as possible.
Your understanding during these times is very much appreciated. Please be safe.
Jason Lauer
Commodore
Santa Cruz Yacht Club
Also, thank you to Howard Spruit for forwarding Santa Cruz Yacht Club's stated procedures for possible presence of Covid19 Virus. I'm sure all Bay Area yacht clubs and sailing organizations subscribe to these precautions. As an aside, it was impressive to watch the transparent briefing by CA Gov. Newsom, Oakland Mayor Schaaf, and others regarding tomorrow's docking and disembarkation of the cruise ship GRAND PRINCESS at Oakland's Outer Harbor.
Dear Fellow Members:
I am sure you are following news of the coronavirus (COVID-19), which is changing almost day by day. The Flag Officers and Board of Directors are carefully monitoring and reviewing the issue and wish to reassure the membership that actions are being taken by the Club now.
Reducing the Risk
In order to help reduce the risk of spreading the coronavirus, we ask that all members and staff observe these procedures to help prevent the spread of illness:
Wash hands often with soap and water, or with alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
Cover a cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue into the trash immediately.
Stay home if you are sick, and avoid close contact with people who are sick.
Avoid touching of your eyes, nose and mouth.
Actions by the Club
If you or a guest are feeling sick or showing signs of symptoms, please advise a staff member, who will direct the individual to a specified, isolated area in the Clubhouse until medical assistance arrives.
We are increasing the number of hand sanitizer stations and tissue dispensers throughout the Clubhouse. We will also work with the cleaning staff to ensure thorough cleaning with disinfectants.
Future Club Events
We will continue to monitor the situation with regard to all upcoming Club events. I assure you that the Club will do everything possible to ensure that members' and guests' enjoyment of the Clubhouse is unaffected. However, we have to make decisions that are in the best interests of all members, guests and staff.
Moving Forward
Our intention is that the majority of planned Club events go ahead as scheduled. We will keep an accurate list of attendees so that should someone be infected we can quickly contact all who were at a given event.
Given the dynamic nature of the situation, we are prepared to take action as the situation changes. Any such decisions will be communicated to membership as far in advance as possible.
Your understanding during these times is very much appreciated. Please be safe.
Jason Lauer
Commodore
Santa Cruz Yacht Club
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BobJ
Alerion 38 "Surprise!"
I attended the "Builders' Party" last Sunday out on the end of E Dock. It was a Who's Who of well-known sailors and industry pros, including the guys who created 'io. We all cringed as a bottle of bubbly was repeatedly smashed on 'io's bow until the bottle, not the bow, finally broke. The bottle was smashed against a wrapped winch handle but the carbon hull still resonated like a bass drum and it made your teeth rattle.
Commodore Tompkins dove below for a spell. When he emerged I asked what he thought. "Very well built" he declared. The build was not easy because the hull was formed on the original Antrim 27 molds that are 25 years old and were not designed for resin infusion.
As most of you know, 'io was launched and test-sailed on a Friday and won the Three Bridge Fiasco overall on Saturday. Buzz and Jim Antrim plan to double-hand 'io in the upcoming Pacific Cup.
Here's Buzz Blackett, 'io's owner, and his bottle-busting assistant:
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Listen up and read carefully. 
For a tin of TJ's Triple Ginger Snaps, what is the name of this schooner, first to win the America's Cup? And what did she have in common exactly 100 year's later, 1970, with Bill Lee's first ultra light, a 30 foot 505, in Santa Cruz?
Be the first to beat DAZZLER to the singular correct answer.
For a tin of TJ's Triple Ginger Snaps, what is the name of this schooner, first to win the America's Cup? And what did she have in common exactly 100 year's later, 1970, with Bill Lee's first ultra light, a 30 foot 505, in Santa Cruz?
Be the first to beat DAZZLER to the singular correct answer.
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