HOTCR

[Bob23]

Please...somebody stop him...please!!!!!! Well, in a minor thread theft: This years CLR is looking to be epic. Back to our regularly scheduled program: HOTCR. Lord willing, and I hope He is, I'll be there sailing the mighty racing yacht, Koinonia. Whether I sail through the C&D or put in at the Maryland end, I'll be there.
Bob23

[MKBLK]

Among the pesky details that I alluded to previously, is shanghaiing a crew (of one). The Admiral isn't comfortable with my soloing the 100 miles, 2 1/2 hours to the HWOTC. I did remind her that I brought Pegasus home from Groton, CT. with my 13 year old niece. Plus, I do prefer company (misery?) to add to the fun. I am not a loner by any stretch. Now, admittedly, Pegasus is a bit cramped. But, hopefully, that would not be an issue as long as the weather is good.

I took the liberty of doing a little weather research from www.weatherspark.com. The info is for Baltimore, but should be representative.

"The month of May is characterized by rising daily high temperatures, with daily highs increasing from 71°F to 80°F over the course of the month, exceeding 90°F or dropping below 62°F only one day in ten. Daily low temperatures range from 55°F to 64°F, falling below 48°F or exceeding 73°F only one day in ten. The air is driest around May 3, at which time the relative humidity drops below 53% (mildly humid) three days out of four."

The report didn't say much about precip. Hopefully, there won't be any.

[Bob23]

Mr. Elk:
   Is HOTCR actually going to be a reality? I'm planning as if it is.
Bob23

[HeaveToo]

Bob, I am thinking that he may be waiting to see if the glaciers recede before committing.  LOL

[MKBLK]

Yeah, that white stuff is falling with a vengeance. And to think we thought it would all go to Boston (poor folks). Have to admit, though, it sure is purty (although my back isn't too happy with it).

Hey, I'm still looking for crew. Ain't going it alone. So, who has the guts? Jason? I know you like tiny quarters! I have a couple of US Army mountain bags. Cosey!

Marty K.

[Mike K]

2 days ago, I was at a marina on the Bohemia river (really a part of the Chesapeake Bay), near the site of the proposed HOTCR.  Judging from the amount of solid ice across the whole river , I think I could have walked on the ice all the way to the HOTCR.  That's what all the birds were doing!

The May HOTCR is coming quick.  After the snow stops tonight, I think I'm going to buy 2 flower pots to put over my alcohol heater in my boat!  I hope the ice is melted by then....

[Mike K]

Marty,

I'm not sure why you need to shanghai someone?  Was it for the long drive down to the HOTCR or for the solo launching/sailing, but you're welcome to sail with me on my Precision 21. (My little CP Legacy is now in Florida).  Comparatively speaking, the P-21 has lots more room than a CP 16 for sleeping! It has a V-berth as well as quarterberths. I was going to sail solo anyway, as my wife Cathay can't go that weekend.

My boat should already be in the water (still looking for a slip or mooring), but the only complication is it will be in the Bohemia River, a few miles south of the Elk River, so the starting point will be different than the other guys.  Saturday afternoon I was hoping to rendezvous with the Elk River gang wherever the HOTCR anchoring point would be (maybe it's near the mouth of the Bohemia anyway?)  To sail anywhere from the Elk River, you have to go by the Bohemia river anyway.

You're welcome to crew, if you don't mind sailing a non Com-Pac!  Just let me know.
Mike

[Elk River]

Hello All:

     Yes, the MDMDHOTCR will be a reality.  HA! What a reality show it would make.  Sorry I didn't answer yesterday but I was trying to keep alive all the barnacles and other boat-slowing critters I came back with from FL that I plan to attach to the bottom of a certain 23 ft. boat...

     Marty, perhaps you can contact Mr. Becker and convoy down with him as back on page one of this thread he indicated he planned to trailer down from central Jersey.  You will have help in launching and stepping the mast as I live here and will be around.  If you arrive on Friday, you can stay at the house instead of sleeping on the boat.

     It sounds as though there are three committed so far: myself, Bob and Mike.  Marty and Bob Becker are still possibles, perhaps?  Surely, there are other brave people out there that are willing to ruin their good name and join in the fun.  After all, it is not that often that you can get free launching, parking and slips!  And who knows, we may be able to ice skate, also!

     Warm weather wishes to everyone,

     Elk River

[Bob23]

My tentative plan is to launch at the Summit North marina, travel west through the C & D and invade the Elk compound, catching the management unawares and stealing all the food and rum. In the name of good fun, of course.
Bob
Hey- Just what 23 foot boat?

[Elk River]

23 footer? I dunno, how many do you think will show for the HOTCR that I can choose from?  Don't worry, the Elk River has been successfully defended in the past; the historical sign down the street doesn't indicate Ft. Defiance for nothing.  The docks will be manned, armed and ready.

[Beckeresq]

Elk:

Assuming my boat is still under all the snow, I'm looking forward to attending HOTCR.

I'll reach out to Marty about a "convoy."

Bob

[Elk River]

That's excellent, Bob, your boat will make four so far.

Marty, don't worry about crew, they'll just get in the way.  Convoy down with Bob and there will be plenty of people here to get you set up and launched.  If you do need crew, leave a message on Bob23's home phone asking about whether or not the lady in the wedding dress is riding with him...  His wife will understand...

     Elk River

[Craig]

Bob, Summit North is a nice spot. Less than a mile from where I used to live. I used to hike there when it was just the dead end stub of the old canal. Always thought it would be a neat place for a marina! The downside for sailors is that it is a real slog if the current is against you(can be 4-5 kts). Not a problem for powerboaters.I kept my boat at the basin in Chesapeake City for a few years but moved to Harbor North Marina at the mouth of the canal on the Elk river because of that issue.

[Bob23]

Thanks Craig for the info. It was suggested to me by the legend PeterG. I'll take a dry run down some weekend to check it out.
Bob23

[MKBLK]

Thank you for your generous offer, Mike. Although it may be sacrilege, I would have no problem crewing with you on the Precision. I'm sure I would learn some valuable sailing techniques from you. Although I have no trouble sailing my CP16, I really am a novice sailor - just gutsy (or dumb).

As you've seen from the posts, Bob B. has suggested a mini "convoy". That may be a viable solution if I feel Pegasus is ready for the haul*, however, if you really would like company, I like that idea. Of course I wouldn't be as "friendly" as Cathay. BTW, Elk, "the lady in the wedding dress" could be appealing, but could be a certain death sentence from the Admiral!

* I need to resolve the issue of leaking scuppers. One is a flood, the other a small leak (at the moment). I was thinking of trying to use that rubberized stuff advertised on the tube. Don't think it could hurt and would be way easier (and cheaper) than a Fiberglas repair. Soon as the danger of major snow has passed (and evaporated!) I'll attend to that. Got about 5 weeks to get my act together.

Marty