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AssociationNews!October 2013

And Much More in this Issue: Message from GLGBA President Page 2Winter Rendezvous Information Page 3History of the GLGBA Burgee Page 3Frankfort Rendezvous Page 4Restore Our Water International Page10Five Most Common Mistakes... Page12AIS Overview Page16

A Rendezvous at the End of the Rainbow- Page 4

A Rendezvous at the End of the Rainbow- Page 4

dGLGBA WINTER RENDEZVOUS December 6-8, 2013

Fall Greetings to all Great Lakes Grand Banks Association Members and Friends.

GLGBA President’sMessage

Autumn is upon us. It is hard

to believe that summer has come and gone. Wise men have said that the perception of how quickly or how slowly time passes is directly related to the quality of life we experience. The Admiral and my summers seem to fly by. This summer was no exception.

The highlight of our season was the annual GLGBA Summer Rendezvous in Frankfort, MI. The comraderie, and inclusiveness was a pleasure for all present.The programming was outstanding, and the added leisure time was appreciated by everybody. All of us owe a tall THANKYOU to those modest leaders who say little and do so very much before, during and after, namely Robert and Diane Falk. Our rendezvous came off perfectly because of their hard work and attention to detail. I again extend my personal gratitude to Robert and Diane.

Our hosts, John and Laurie Sarya are to be commended for their outstanding attention to our every need.

Last but not least, I thank my wife, Barbara (the Admiral) for all of her hard work, the most important of which, was reaching out to almost every member and immediate past members of our association, encouraging the payment of 2013 dues, and joining

Barbara & David Hoffman

the association in the rendezvous celebration at Frankfort.

It is gratifying to see more younger members and their enthusiastic participation at the 2013 rendezvous. It was also pleasing to see other members stepping forward to assume positions of responsibility and leadership. May these trends continue!

More exciting events planned: uThe 2013 Winter Rendezvous will be held from Friday, December 6th to Sunday, December 8th, in Mettawa, IL, the same location as the 2012 Winter Rendezvous. Look for more information in this issue of the News! uThe 2014 rendezvous in Harbor Springs, MI. uThe FIRST GLGBA RENDEZVOUS to be held in LAKE SUPERIOR in 2015

Please consider attending all three of these events. Making new friends, reconnecting with old friends, and the opportunity to have fun, learn, and experience our Association at it’s best awaits you! And watch the News! and our website glgba.org for updates on the 2014 and 2015 Rendezvous.

The Annual Membership and Board Meetings have elected an expanded Board of Directors. Martha and Parker Tuthill and Dick, Gus and John Olson were appointed to the GLGBA Board. In addition, Sally and Ted Slumskie have agreed to serve a second term. In related business, I have appointed our immediate past President, John Cahill as Chairperson of the Nominating Committee. A heartfelt thanks to Richard Hoffman who steps down as Chairperson. Richard will continue serving as a member of the committee. We value his wise counsel highly.

I am delighted to announce that Martha and Parker Tuthill have offered to “Trailboss” the 2015 Rendezvous in Marquette, Mi. Jane and Scott Randall have agreed to assist them. This will be the first GLGBA Rendezvous on Lake Superior and there was great excitement among the membership about this venue. I believe that our successful Rendezvous in Parry Sound was a factor in taking on the “Big Lake.”

In closing, Barbara and I wish all of you a wonderful autumn and hope that your Thanksgiving and winter holidays are joyous.

The 2013 Winter Rendezvous will be held December 6-8th at John & Sarabess Cahill’s home in Mattawa, Illinois.

GLGBA Winter Rendezvous InformationLocation: The Cahill’s 105 Indian Ridge Road Mettawa, IL 60045 Tel: 847-295-5540Schedule: Friday Evening get together at the Cahill’s. Saturday Morning Annual Meeting at the Cahill’s. There will be free time Saturday afternoon to shop and enjoy Chicagoland. Saturday Evening Dinner - location to be announced.Lodging: Hilton Garden Inn - Lake Forest 26225 N. Riverwoods Blvd. Mettawa, IL 60045 Central Reservations Tel: 1-877-STAY-HGIA special room rate of $89.00 per night plus state and local tax has been offered for Friday, December 6 and Saturday, December 7. Mention the Great Lakes Grand Banks Association when reserving your room and confirm the special rate.For more information contact Barbara Hoffman at 847-910-1174. Or by e-mail at [email protected]. Please let Barbara know if you are planning to attend as soon as possible.Check our website glgba.org for information regarding the Winter Rendezvous as it becoms available.

The Origin of Our BurgeeThis from Richard Hoffman:

Were you aware that our GLGBA burgee was designed by Robert Smith ( commonly known as LOBSTER BOB) - much of his design, I suspect, was done on the back of an envelope during cocktails at the Chicago Yacht Club.

This from Rob Smith:Robert, I’m afraid there is nothing too esoteric

about the origin of our burgee.As one in your profession very well knows,

simplicity is the beauty of such items as logos and branding. For instance, I very much admire GE and the Nike swish. Both of these logos are globally instantly recognizable.

That is what I attempted to stay with. My initial version was the five stars with a simple line drawing of a GB silouette. That was transformed into a solid silouette, sans mast, which I admit did make the overall burgee better. However those voting on such things at the time elected to complicate it a bit more with the mast but compromise is what helps the world work! All involved at the time were in agreement that the stars which represent the relative position of our five Great Lakes on which we all strived to steam our salty trawlers were appropriate plus the stars retained a bit of ensign quality.

That’s it!Editor’s comment: While there was no mention of the Chicago Yacht Club OR of cocktails consumed...we have one of the finer burgees around. Well done!

New Board Members Gus (speak no evil), Dick (see no evil) and John (hear no evil) Olson practice for the Winter Rendezvous.

Wind and weather couldn’t dampen spirits at the Rendezvous at the End of the Rainbow

“We are Indeed a Fabulous Group”Article by Sarabess Cahill, Scribe

This year’s Rendezvous in Frankfort, Michigan was hosted

by Jacobsen’s Marina and led by Trail Bosses Barbara and David Hoffman and Diane and Robert Falk. Their prep work was awesome and John Sarnia, Jacobsen’s Dock Master was a key player. He fancies himself as a “chef” and puts together dinners using his primo smoker, as well as keeping a fine marina. We just wish they had floating docks!

Our story begins with a foggy crossing and lumpy seas from Sturgeon Bay to Frankfort.

We met David and Barbara Hoffman there and traveled north in more fog to Harbor Springs. From then on it was an eating extravaganza with lots of parties along the way! That’s the great thing about a Rendezvous. It gets us out on the lake, meeting friends on their boats in wonderful places. John and I cruised from Harbor Springs to Traverse City, where we toured fun wineries along the Leelenau and Mission Peninsulas, to North Port, where me met up with the Foys and Phinneys for two days. The heat was, and had been scorching, so we knew the calm seas were no longer when the winds turned from the south to the north. We moved on to Leland, then arrived back in Frankfort earlier than we wanted to, but winds kept us from mooring in South Manitou for some relaxing time.

But, hey....Frankfort is an okay town to relax in, too! Those of us in port did just that but we heard that Room With A View (Gary Martin, Julie Sara and their

Jacobson Marina Resort decked out for the GLGBA

John & Sarabes Cahill

Happy to be in Frankfort...

John & Pat Gadow on the way to the Pre Rendezvous celebration - bearing goodies

Gary Martin & Julie Sara- made it!

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Frankfort Rendezvous

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dog Mika) had an engine stall mid lake, with growing nightfall. Nothing could be worse, in my book. The Gadow’s (John and Pat) aboard At Ease heard them calling the Coast Guard, so they became Good Samaritans and returned to help, staying with them until the tow boat arrived. Fortunately, it all ended well, but late into the night.

The Pre Rendezvous party started way earlier...like early July! Patti and Fred Foy have supplied us with her fabulous grilled pork tenderloin for the last 5 years (or more). (The recipe is at the end of this article.)

We all had so much fun seeing old friends and meeting new ones. Isn’t that what our Rendezvous are all about?

It’s a “must attend” event on Wednesday night, and everyone brings their own side to share and drinks and somehow it all comes together as the best meal ever. This year we lucked out with a tent that was erected that afternoon for the Rendezvous. John Cahill, Fred Foy and David Fuger get kuddos for

grilling the tenderloins perfectly.On Thursday we signed in, receiving boat bags filled with lots of goodies including a blanket from Grand Banks and cookies from Global Marine Insurance Co. Our Welcome Reception under the tent was sponsored in part by Bay Marine and Galati Yacht Sales and we were welcomed by Josh Mills, Frankfort City Manager.

Friday is traditionally a day for instruction and information. This year we met at the American Legion Hall down the street from the Marina. Our first session was introduced by Bob Smith, a long-time GLGBA member from Hessel, MI. Bob is active in spreading the word about declining Great Lakes Water Levels. After a refresher about the Les Cheneaux Islands Bob introduced Roger Gauthier, Restore Our Water International (ROWI) Chair. Roger gave us a most comprehensive assessment of why

The Sarnias - owners of Jacobson Marina Resort - our hosts

Roger Gauthier, Chair, ROWI & Rob Smith

Even happier to be in Frankfort...Diane Falk, Sarabess Cahill, Barbara Hoffman & Vicki Fuger

Alan & Nancy WentworthGlenn & Beckey Miller

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Lakes Michigan and Huron are now having historic low lake levels. The one main reason, he says, is the over dredging and channeling of the St. Claire River causing faster flowage into Lake Erie. Lakes Erie and Ontario have higher levels as the outflow from Lake Ontario is controlled. He suggests two lower cost, high impact solutions would be to regulate flow from Lake Superior, and also replace the rock bed that was removed from the St. Claire River and create “speed bumps” while building up the eroded river side walls. Of course this all takes a concerted effort to lobby in DC and our governors and Canada. The Great Lakes deserves a solution to this huge problem.

The second presentation began promptly at 11:00AM. Coast Guard Boatswain’s Mate 1st class Jeremy Morris from Coast Guard Station Frankfort and Lt. Walters, CG pilot and PO Weller, CG rescue swimmer from Coast Guard Air Station Traverse City gave a presentation on helicopter rescue and small boat extraction. They were terrific. Should we take solace in knowing that the nearest aid comes from far away? Room With a View and At Ease can testify the amount of time it took to get help.

We met again at 2:00PM to hear Pam Stanley from

Global Marine Insurance talk about boat insurance. I came away with this: Boats over 15 years old on the Great Lakes (no salt) need a ‘condition and value’ survey which should cost between $300 and $500 in order to obtain the most competitive rate. Also, know about your depreciated deductibles or which items are not covered under a standard policy, ie: sails, batteries, canvas, etc.I must say we haven’t had to deal with this much weather in past rendezvous, and it caused much consternation for those in charge! But, what can you do about Mother Nature! Laugh and enjoy, which is what we did.

Dinner was held at “The Peninsula Tent” but the skies opened and it rained and rained and rained.The dinner was catered by John Sarnia and the food was quite good. The camaraderie was even better!

John Shannahan, from Oxford Yacht Agency and Dickerson Boat Yard, spoke to us at Saturday morning’s meeting. He says he sells “well cared for boats and helps them become well cared for”. He

The GLGBA packed the Frankfort American Legion Hall

Pam Stanley, Global Marine Insurance

David & Vicki Fuger Ben & Jane Stephen Ted & Sally Slumskie - Elected to the Board for a second term

A very impressive presentation was given by the Coast Guard

has a blog at OYA.com/yardblog/. He told us that GB builds the finest boats he’s seen in his career due to their quality control. Freshwater boats are most sought after but his customers come mainly from the East coast.John’s suggestions before listing any boat for sale: u Have good photographs taken.u Have proper documentation of all the work

you hve done on the boat during your ownership. i.e. a complete list of maintenance and upgrade costs with copies of the bills.u Have a insurance survey done and available.u Calculate your boats fuel consumption at

various speeds and sea conditions.Andu Do any upgrades while you own the boat so

you can enjoy them.Lunch was served on site: pizza, salad and cookies!

And at 12:15 we convened for the Annual General Meeting. David Hoffman, President, conducted his first Grand Banks Annual meeting in his usual congenial manner, promising a short meeting. Which it was!

Richard Hoffman, Nominating Committee Chair, proposed Martha and Parker Tuthill and Dick, Gus and John Olson as new Board Members, and Sally and Ted Slumskie for a second term as Board Members. The vote was unanimous.

Also, big news...the Tuthills offered to “Trailblaze” the 2015 Rendezvous in Marquette, Mi.! This will be the first GLGBA Rendezvous on Lake Superior.

We went right into the Board Meeting and voted successfully on the Marquette Rendezvous site. The Tuthills will get assistance from Jane and Scott Randall who do most of their cruising around the

Dick, Gus & John Olson Martha & Parker Tuthill

Jane, Scott & Elliot Randall try out the basket

David & Suzanne Campbell

Kevin & Tamara Zito

There really was a rainbow at the Rendezvous Friday evening celebration

John Shannahan knows Grand Banks

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Apostle Islands in Lake Superior where they have a summer home.

Jerry Cilibraise gave a rundown on our website and next year’s Rendezvous in Harbor Springs. They’re all organized and we look forward to being there. The shopping is fun and it’s such a pretty town.

It was proposed at the General Meeting to consider joining ROWI and donating to the organization. The Board also thought that Roger Gauthier’s presentation of “Restore Our Water International was so impressive and impacts us as boaters that an organizational donation is in order. Also, our members are encouraged to donate individually.

The last Board job was to clean up the American Legion Hall, bagging and removing our garbage. Job well done and time to dress for our final dinner.

The Closing Banquet was held at the Oliver Arts Center, a short walk from the marina. It is a lovely contemporary space with nice views of the harbor, the Coast Guard Station and the channel to Lake Michigan. The dinner was catered by Phil’s On Front in Traverse City and was very good with excellent service. Gifts were given to our Trailbosses, Barbara

and David Hoffman and Diane and Robert Falk. Short speeches were given by GLGBA new member from Spain, Daniel Salama, who bought Jodi M, and our birthday boy, (each year, thank God) Jim Delugage. All-in-all a wonderful evening and a perfect ending.

The GLGBA is a fabulous group, friendly, inclusive and helpful. although we were brought together by our love of boating, our friendships have grown deeper through the years.

It didn’t end here, though. Weather kept us tethered for two more days so we did what we all do best. Rested, worked on our boats, and partied at night!! Phyllis Delugage led a yoga class at noon each day and I’m sure the stores and restaurants of Frankfort were glad to see us.

We say good by to this Rendezvous, knowing we’ll meet again at the Winter Rendezvous in Mettawa, IIlinois and the 2014 Summer Rendezvous in Harbor Springs, MI..

Rick & Barb Scime Jerry & Jeanne Cilibraise

Mark Felhofer & Tom Knauer - GB Dealer, Bay Marine

Daniel Salama & Piedad Arias - GLGBA members from Spain

Phyllis Delugash, Karen & Jim Lawler and Jim Delugash

David Hoffman passes inspection says Alan Wentworth

PORK TENDERLOIN IN A GOLDEN, HERBED CRUST(Start to Finish 1 Hour (15 Minutes Active) – Serves 6¾ Cup Panko (Japanese Bread Crumbs)2 Cloves Garlic – Minced2 Tablespoons Finely Chopped Fresh Parsley1 Tablespoon Finely Chopped Fresh Rosemary3 Tablespoons Finely Chopped Fresh Thyme1 Tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil½ Teaspoon Salt½ Teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper1 Pound Pork Tenderloin2 Tablespoons Dijon MustardPreheat Oven to 400 DegreesLightly oil wire rack or coat with cooking spray – Set rack on baking sheet.Combine bread crumbs, parsley, rosemary, thyme, salt and pepper – Mix thoroughly.Pat dry pork tenderloin with paper towels – Slather both sides with Dijon mustardSpread bread crumb mixture on plastic wrap – Place tenderloin on mixture and press, roll and sprinkle to cover completely.Transfer tenderloin to prepared rack and bake for 20 to 35 minutes (pork should be slightly pink – internal temperature between 140 and 150 degrees).Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing.

The Foy’s Famous Pre-Rendezvous Pork Tenderloin - You asked for it!

Jim & Gloria Crawford

Diane Falk checks to make certain all is ready for the banquet Bob & Andrea Knight

Brian Dekkinga - GB Dealer, Galati Yacht Sales

Don & Alicia Van Pelt

Bill & Lauren Phinney

Joanne & Richard Hoffman and Patti & Fred Foy

Jack & Wendy Ward

Restore Our Water International, Inc. Update:

Great Lakes Water Levels Gaining Increased Attention and Action DemandsA presentation about Great Lakes water levels by ROWI Chair, Roger Gauthier was recieved with great interest by the GLGBA membership at the recent Frankfort Rendezvous. The membership asked for, and the GLGBA Board has approved, a donation to fund the efforts of ROWI. Based on feedback from the GLGBA, you are encouraged to consider funding this critical undertaking.

Decreasing water levels in the Great Lakes impact all of us. Lakes Michigan and Huron are more than three times below their long-term average

than the other Great lakes. Reduced navigation areas for both pleasure and commercial vessels, lowered property values and significant economic issues are among the concerns prompting action.

Below is an article provided to The News! by ROWI. Additional articles can be accessed by using the links at the end of this story.

Climate Primary Factor on Lake LevelsBy JOHN FLESHER

AP Environmental Writer Article Last Updated: Wednesday, September 11, 2013

MILWAUKEE – Placing water retention structures in the St. Clair River may not be enough to counteract the effects of a warming climate and raise Lakes Huron and Michigan to their normal levels, experts said Monday.

As water surface temperatures and evaporation rates continue to rise, low water is likely to be a long-term problem despite significant improvement this year following heavy snows in winter and a rainy spring, according to testimony during the annual meeting of

the Great Lakes Commission.“Water levels go up and down,” said Scudder

Mackey, coastal management chief with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. “It’s a natural process, something that we have to learn to live with.”

Levels have been mostly below normal on all five Great Lakes since the late 1990s, but the drop-off has been most severe on Huron and Michigan, which scientists consider one lake because they are connected.

Huron-Michigan has jumped 20 inches since January, exceeding its usual seasonal rise, said Keith Kompoltowicz, a meteorologist with the Detroit office of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Still, it remains 17 inches below its long-term average. Lake Superior is also slightly below its long-term average, while Lakes Erie and Ontario have exceeded theirs.

Groups representing shoreline interests in Lake Huron, particularly in sprawling Georgian Bay, say climate isn’t the only reason water there is extraordinarily low.They blame dredging, gravel mining and other activities that eroded the floor of the St. Clair River on Huron’s southern end, accelerating the flow toward Lake Erie.

Studies have shown those actions caused Huron and Michigan to fall 10 to 16 inches. Some groups put the loss at 20 inches.

In April, the International Joint Commission – which advises the U.S. and Canada about the Great Lakes and other shared waters – recommended a

Photo by Lisa Borre in “Water Currents”

study of installing structures resembling underwater speed bumps in the St. Clair that could raise Huron and Michigan by 5 to 10 inches. Neither federal government has acted on the proposal.

A panel discussion before the Great Lakes commission, which represents states and Canadian provinces in the region, revealed skepticism about the idea.

“Lows on Lakes Michigan and Huron may remain if we have increased evaporation and less precipitation, even if we put in compensating structures,” said Mackey, who participated in the International Joint Commission study.

It could take up to 25 years to plan, design and build the structures and another decade for them to boost levels as much as hoped, said Deborah Lee, regional business director for the Army corps. In the meantime, they could rise or fall on their own.

“We can’t predict what the effects of climate will be with the accuracy to make these kinds of decisions,” Lee said.

Roger Gauthier, chair of Restore Our Water International, which favors regulating the lake levels, said structures could be installed much faster than Lee predicted. Once in, they could boost Huron-Michigan 60 percent within three years, he said.

“We need to be able to act in a time frame that treats this like a crisis,” he said.

Trying to regulate Huron-Michigan would require a difficult balancing act among competing interests, said Daniel Injerd of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources.Gauthier countered that all would benefit from more stable and reliable levels.

Additional articles can be found at: http://www.jsonline.com/news/wisconsin/great-lakes-panel-still-waiting-for-legislative-action-on-lake-levels-b9994414z1-223041351.htmlhttp://www.glc.org/announce/13/09meeting.htmlTo stay informed and to donate to ROWI, visit: http://www.restoreourwater.comThe GLGBA has made a donation to fund ROWI.

Safety Awareness

Beware Counterfeit Fire Extinguishers!

Check and see if your fire extinguishers were manufactured by Amerex Corporation or Buckeye Fire Equipment. Both companies

are major producers of genuine approved fire extinguishing equipment, but the Coast Guard has recently become aware of counterfeits of U.S. Coast Guard-approved portable fire extinguishers using those brand names.

These counterfeit extinguishers present a significant safety hazard.Their capability to extinguish a fire is unproven; they may be charged with a powdery substance that is not a fire extinguishing agent; the pressure cylinder is not DOT-approved; and the pressure gauge may not function or may give false readings. The dry-chemical counterfeit extinguishers are size B-II and may be identified by several distinguishing features: uPrinted logos without a security imprint/texture behind the UL LISTED logo uA rounded, curved lip on the bottom of the extinguisher uWelded seams on the sides of the canisterIf you suspect you have a counterfeit unit, please contact the Coast Guard Office of Design and Engineering Standards. For complete details, go to the U.S. Coast Guard Safety Alert website: http://www.globalfireandsafety.com/alerts/01SafetyAlertUSCG.pdfor

Jack Ward tells this tale. When he was a student his teacher asked him, “Do you really think people can predict the future with cards?”Jack quickly replied, My mother can. She takes one look at my report card and tells me what will happen when my father gets home.”

Why boats get damaged during winter, and how to protect them.

The Five Most Common Mistakes Skippers Make When Winterizing Boats Stored Outside

A BoatUS member in Rye Beach, New Hampshire, reports that whenever he winterizes his boat, he always feels a mixture

of regret and apprehension. Regret because he must bid goodby to yet another boating season. Apprehension because he always has a vague feeling he’s forgotten to do something – something important.

Winter isn’t kind to skippers who are absent-minded. Seaworthy examined 40 BoatUS Insurance claim files to discover the most common mistakes skippers, absent-minded or otherwise, make when they winterize their boats. Hopefully, the list will jog a few memories and avoid a lot of unnecessary anxiety.

1Failure To Drain The Engine BlockOf the 40 claims that made up the survey, which state would you guess had the most

freeze-related claims? New York? Maine? Vermont? Michigan? Guess again. Balmy California had more winterizing claims than any other state, including any of the “deep-freeze” states. While winters may be much colder in the deep-freeze states, the bitter temperatures are a fact of life and preparations for winter are taken very seriously. Check your engine manual for winterizing instructions. If you can’t drain all the water in your engine’s raw water system, you must use enough of th right kind of antifreeze to protect against the lowest temperatures your boat might experience.

2Failure To Drain Water From Sea StrainerSeven of the 40 insurance claims were related to an often overlooked piece of hardware down in

your boat’s bilge called a sea strainer. A sea strainer is located in the engine’s raw-water intake line to filter out debris before it gets to the engine. If the engine is winterized by opening petcocks to drain water out of the block and manifold, the strainer must also be drained or residual water could freeze and rupture the watertight seal. In three of the strainer-related claims, the boats sank when the seacocks were opened in the spring and water began trickling in through the

ruptured strainers.

3Failure To Exercise SeacocksIf a thru-hull below the waterline can’t be closed, either because it’s broken or

mechanically frozen open, it should be serviced. Seacocks should also be inspected to make sure the hose clamps (two at each connection is recommended of the proper type) are in good shape. Remember, cockpit drain seacocks must be left in the open position for boats stored outside.

It should be noted that thru-hulls above the waterline are not required to have seacocks, and most don’t. That doesn’t mean that these thru-hulls aren’t vulnerable. If a fitting above the waterline has cracked, it should be replaced with bronze or Marelon during winter layup. Check to make sure that hoses near the waterline have vented loops, which are necessary to prevent back-siphoning.

4Clogged PetcocksTwo claims involved engines whose petcocks, which are used to drain water from the engine,

had been clogged by sand or other debris. In one of the claims, the boat had grounded shortly before it was winterized and the surveyor discovered the engine’s cooling system was full of debris that had been sucked up through the intake. In the other claim, the petcock had apparently been blocked by rust. In both cases, water remained in the engines and froze, which cracked the blocks and ruined the engines.

A petcock that doesn’t drain properly when opened should be probed with wire. If that doesn’t work, you can unscrew the petcock and try again. If all else fails, you can call a mechanic or use the engine’s intake hose to flush nontoxic antifreeze through the engine’s cooling system.

5Using Bimini Covers As Winter Storage CoversThere seems to be a common misconception

that a cover that protects the crew from glaring sun will also protect the boat from freezing rain and snow. Quite the contrary; Biminis tend to get ripped apart or, more likely, age prematurely from the effects of winter weather while doing absolutely nothing to protect the boat. A bona fide winter cover, on the other hand, is terrific protection. Three of the 40 claims involved expensive Biminis that were destroyed over the winter. Biminis should be stored inside the boat over the winter or, better yet, taken home for cleaning and safekeeping.

BoatyardsWhile the 40 winterizing claims involved mistakes

made by the skippers, the problem of boats blocked incorrectly by boatyards is certainly in evidence in the BoatUS Insurance claim files. Boats stored ashore outside should be supported by jackstands tied together with chains and supported with plywood bases so they won’t sink into the mud or asphalt. Jackstands (a minimum of three on each side for boats longer than 26 feet) should be positioned at the bulkheads, with blocks used beneath the boat to support the engine and keel. Your boat may have specific requirements for support during long-term storage. Check your “build book”. In all cases, boats should always be stored level.

If you store outside without a protective cover be careful about damage caused by pooling water. Leaves can block cockpit drains allowing precipitation to find its way below, wrecking cushions, woodwork, and even an engine. The best defense against any type of damage is to visit your boat periodically over the winter. Make arrangements with friends to watch out for each other’s boats so that someone will be checking on your boat regularly.

Additional tips for safe winter storageRemove food and clothing

Cans and bottles with liquid should be removed from the boat before winter sets in. If they freeze, they can break and spill their contents into lockers and bilges. Boxes of dry foods should also be removed to avoid attracting animals. Take home bedding and clothing, that otherwise might mildew on the boat.Winterize plumbing

All plumbing systems need to be protected, either

with anti-freeze or careful draining. This includes water tanks, fresh water plumbing including hot water tank, head(s) and holding tank, bilge pump(s), deck wash pump(s), etc.Engine

It is desirable to change the oil in the engine just before the boat is hauled, so that the engine will have clean oil for the period of storage. In addition to draining or putting anti-freeze in the sea water cooling system, it may be appropriate to remove the water pump impeller. Diesel tanks are best left filled to the top, to minimize air in the tank which can bring condensation of water into the tank. As for gasoline tanks, the introduction of ethanol into gasoline has complicated storage of fuel because the ethanol absorbs water. Current recommendations are either to empty the tank completely or to fill the tank to 95% (to minimize condensation of more water) and to add a fuel stabilizer. The worst option is to leave the tank about half full.Batteries

It is essential to prevent batteries from discharging fully. A fully discharged battery looses its effectiveness and can freeze and break in boats stored outside, spilling acid. There are several ways to manage the batteries: they can be removed from the boat and kept at home, where they can be charged periodically. You can go to the boatyard every few weeks and plug in your battery charger. Or you can set up a small solar charger, preferably oriented to the South, to provide a trickle charge that will maintain the batteries.Content for this article was sourced from the Boat U.S. Magazine.

Coming in the January Issue of the News!u“Our Journey” Articles Featuring John & Pat Gadow and New Members Ben & Jane Stephen.uWinter Rendezvous Report and Much More....

VOYAGEUR – 1998 GB 42 Europa, – Hull #1389Beautiful 1998 Europa 42, 375 HP Cummins engines

with approx 2500 hrs. 8 KW generator, 2500 watt invertor, oil change pump system, duplex Racor fuel filters on main engines.

The saloon is reverse layout with custom entertainment center containing a Bose music system, flat screen TV and extra storage, Green ultra-suede seating. Parquet flooring has been covered with carpet since new. The galley is equipped with overhead dish lockers, Grunert refrigeration, two refrigerators, top load freezer, U-Line icemaker, two burner cook top, convection microwave oven & dumb waiter access to the bridge done at the factory. Forward are two staterooms, two heads with shower accessible from either head on starboard side. Guest stateroom to port. The master has a queen size bed and “Eastbay Cabinets”, with oversize hanging locker. Heads are Vacuflush.

On the bridge the standard mast has been replaced by a folding stainless steel radar arch making bridge clearance 15 1/2 ft with the arch down. Entire bridge is under bimini.

Electronics include a RayMarine E120 system, stereo system, RayMarine depth , Standard Horizon VHF both up & down. Aft on bridge is an 11 ft. Apex RIB powered by a 15 HP 4 stroke Yamaha. There is an 800LB capacity davit.

The vessel has a teak transom, nonskid fiberglass decks and teak rails. A Lofrans windlass is fwd.

Voyageur has had one loving owner and has been kept under cover since new. Selling price reduced to $360,000. Contact Pat Maurice, 2114 Aruba Ave., Ft Myers, Fl 33905, Ph.239 694-8322.

STATE OF MIND – 1993 Grand Banks 43 Classic Stabilized. Very Seriously for Sale.

State of Mind is well equipped for both live-aboards and weekend warriors. Her 43 ft. length is perfect for greatlooping or a run across to the Bahamas.

State of Mind is a very comfortable trawler. She has the standard Grand Banks inclusions, such as split aft

stateroom, Grunert Refrigerator & Freezer with electric galley. In addition she has many extras that add to the comfort and pleasure of taking her out for a cruise. She has the economical Cat 3116 twin 300 hp engines and Vetus Bowthruster for great manoeuvrability, and the Wesmar Stabilizers smooth out the ride. State of Mind has a full bimini to provide shade from the sun, which is fully enclosed to protect you from the elements. The enclosed flybridge makes it comfortable to run her from this great vantage point in most any weather, as well as providing a 3-season space. When traveling offshore, the onboard water maker is very useful. State of Mind portrays the timeless Grand Banks trawler quality that will always be Classic. Pictures and additional details can be found at: www.yachtworld.com and it is listed with Ken Schuler at Trawlers Midwest in Manitowoc, WI. [email protected]. Phone: 866-375-1633.

You may contact us from our website when you check out the pictures and additional specs. http://www.mvstateofmind.com If you have any questions or would like to visit State of Mind, please let us know.

Please contact Geoff or MarySue Iverson by email at [email protected] or phone (847) 721-8285 or (847) 577-7361. Price reduced to $217,000.

MEMBER BOATS & GEAR FOR SALE

SEA NICHE III – GB 42 Classic – Hull #958I now have my 1986 (commissioned 1987) 42

Classic for sale. It is powered by 3208NA Cats, and has the single, twin bunk arrangement in the aft cabin. Many upgrades have been added in the 17 years that I have owned it and sailed on the Great Lakes as well as doing The Loop. She is Loop ready, including charts.

More information can be provided to interested parties thru my E-mail address, [email protected]. More information and pictures can be seen at the following website, Holland Yacht Sales (Macatawa, MI). You may also call Lou Miller for further details, at (269) 962-4895. Asking $175,000.

MARINER – 1973 GB 32 Woody Sedan Greetings from aboard Marnier, my 1973 Grand Banks 32 woody sedan. I have owned two Grand Banks vessels since 1988 and this is my tenth year with Mariner and I think that I have been a member of GLGBA from it’s early days.The boat is listed with an old friend to Grand Banks and knowledgeable trawler man, Tony Peot, at Great Lakes Yacht Services in Sturgeon Bay, WI. Most of the details on the boat can be seen at www.glyservices.com This is a boat that needs to find the right buyer with some woodworking and maintenance skills to make it again into a fine cruising boat. Your assistance would be very helpful and I would be happy to communicate with any interested member via e-mail, at [email protected] but Tony is always protected. The asking price for Mariner is $21,500.

Baby Grand – 1985 GB 32 SedanMeet Baby Grand, our 32 foot Grand Banks trawler

that truly lives up to its name. It offers beauty, function and economy - a rare combination in boats today. With its perfectly proportioned lines accented by newly refinished and varnished trim, natural light brown teak decks and Pacific blue canvas, Baby Grand always gets noticed. It offers an amazing amount of inside and outside storage for a 32 foot boat whether you are looking to spend the weekend at the dock, or cruise for an extended time utilizing all the navigational and electrical upgrades that Baby Grand offers. The Ford-Lehman diesel only sips 1.5 gallons per hour at 7.5 knots which will save you money at the fuel dock. This meticulously maintained, beautiful and seaworthy cruiser has been in the Great Lakes since 2005 and will satisfy the needs of any boating couple.

Member listing deadline for January News! is December 1. E-mail to: [email protected] quality photos are encouraged.

NEW LISTING

Accommodations: As you enter the cabin from the cockpit, there is an L-shaped settee with storage below to starboard, and a highly-varnished drop leaf table on the centerline. To port is a long settee with storage below which can be converted to a comfortable double berth. A well-equipped galley is forward and will satisfy the needs of the most demanding chefs. Opposite to starboard is the well-equipped lower helm station (GPS Plotter Network, Radar, Depth, VHF, and Autopilot) which has a 360 degree view for safe navigation. The forward master stateroom with teak sidewalls has a large V berth, a generous hanging locker and drawer space. Adjacent is a light and airy head with standup shower, sink, power vent and toilet. New upholstery was added in 2008 and the teak parquet floor was refinished in 2013.

Galley: The galley consists of a 3-burner Princess stove and oven, microwave oven, stainless steel sink, under counter refrigerator with freezer, pressure hot and cold water, upper cabinet, lower storage locker, plate storage, silverware drawer, liquor cabinet and galley exhaust fan. Generous storage also located under both settees with easy access.

Cockpit: The roomy teak cockpit has a large lazzarette under which provides lots of storage, cockpit shower, a gated stern rail with step under to access the swim platform. Heavy duty hawse pipes and cleats serve the cockpit and foredeck. There is also a separate removable cockpit bimini. A Zodiac inflatable with 8HP Johnson is attached to the swim platform with the easy to use Weaver davit system

Flybridge: The flybridge is accessed by a teak ladder to port. The aft deck has a stainless railing. Aft is a mast and boom which supports the radar, spreader lights, wind indicator and riding sail. A Sunbrella bimini provides weather protection. To port and starboard there is fore and aft facing seating. The upper helm is offset to starboard with teak steering wheel, compass, VHF radio, GPS, depth, rudder angle indicator, venturi windscreen and recessed gauges.

Mechanical/Electrical: Anchoring is made easy with the Lewmar electric windlass, anchor, 80’ chain and rode. A newer 4kw generator, 3kw/100 amp inverter charger and 2-4D AGM house batteries provide ample power for extended anchoring or cruising.

The asking price is $94,500. Baby Grand is available for viewing in Charlevoix, MI in indoor heated storage. For additional information contact Bob Olsen at 720-227-1610 or [email protected].

THE GREAT LAKES GRAND BANKS ASSOCIATION NEWS! is published Quarterly. January, April, July and October. �2013. All rights reserved.This Newsletter is the offi cial publication of the Great Lakes Grand Banks Association. Notice: These newsletters are the property of the GLGBA, and they cannot be reproduced except by specifi c written permission from the GLGBA or (for an article) from the specifi c author; except that they can be reproduced fully without limitation for members personal, private use.Letters to the editor, Boats and Gear For Sale listings and other items of interest to Association members are welcomed. Please send all information by e-mail to: [email protected] or by post to:Robert Falk# 64 Meadowbrook Country Club EstatesBallwin, MO 63011.

It was suggested by a GLGBA member Alan Wentworth that we examine AIS Systems in The News! This is the fi rst in a series of articles that look at this technology.

Automatic Identifi cation System (AIS) Overview

P icture a shipboard radar or an electronic chart display that includes a symbol for every signifi cant ship within radio range, each as

desired with a velocity vector (indicating speed and heading). Each ship “symbol” can refl ect the actual size of the ship, with position to GPS or differential GPS accuracy. By “clicking” on a ship symbol, you can learn the ship name, course and speed, classifi cation, call sign, registration number, MMSI, and other information. Maneuvering information, closest point of approach (CPA), time to closest point of approach (TCPA) and other navigation information, more accurate and more timely than information available from an automatic radar plotting aid, can also be available. Display information previously available only to modern Vessel Traffi c Service operations centers can now be available to every AIS user.

With this information, you can call any ship over

VHF radiotelephone by name, rather than by “ship off my port bow” or some other imprecise means. Or you can dial it up directly using GMDSS equipment. Or you can send to the ship, or receive from it, short safety-related email messages.

The AIS is a shipboard broadcast system that acts like a transponder, operating in the VHF maritime band, that is capable of handling well over 4,500 reports per minute and updates as often as every two seconds. It uses Self-Organizing Time Division Multiple Access (SOTDMA) technology to meet this high broadcast rate and ensure reliable ship-to-ship operation.In the January 2014 News!: How AIS Works.

What You See With AIS

Gear LockerThe Snap Stretcher promises to eliminate the need

to fi ght the snaps whenstretching canvas, or other materials on yourboat held by snaps. Attach one end of the Snap Stretcher to your canvas cover snap and extend the other end of the Snap Stretcher to the surface mounted snap. The Snap Stretcher will extend the snap by either 11/16 inch or 1 3/8 inch. Each bag contains 5 Snap Stretchers. Saves trying to stretch material that has shrunk over time.Go to landingloop.com for more information.

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