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Caught in the Current: The Oil Spill and Long Island

According to models from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, oil from the Deepwater Horizon spill in the Gulf will not likely make its way to Long Island’s shores. The organization projects that the longer and farther the oil travels, the more it will degrade, disperse, lose toxicity, and break into streamers and tar balls. While... Read more of this article

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Fireworks by boat

Lights, action and boat! While some of the traditional big fireworks are on hold this year there are still plenty of great places to take your boat to experience fireworks from the water. Nothing lights up the summer sky like a spectacular fireworks display and watching them from your boat only adds to the fun and excitement. Here’s a list of fireworks... Read more of this article

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Storm Preparedness

If your boat is moored, docked, or stored in a harbor, the threat of severe storms is a real concern. These high-density areas can be disasters waiting to happen because of the close proximity of vessels, faulty mooring maintenance, and a general lack of storm preparedness. The harbormaster or marina staff will try to ensure that the boats within their... Read more of this article

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Boat Mentoring

Jan Rose has been involved with the Sea Scouts since 1992. “I got involved with the scouts because I have a love of the water and enjoy working with young adults. The combination attracted me to the Sea Scout program,” she shares. Similar to Eagle Scouts, the Sea Scouts is part of the Boy Scouts of America organization. Sea Scouting started in... Read more of this article

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Marine Electronics: Radio 101

The unfamiliar can frighten us, and new technology may further amplify our fears. Remember the first time you were faced with a phone machine that demanded you “leave your number after the beep– BEEP?” Not knowing what to do was compounded by the I can’t get it back if I mess up factor. So, are technology + irretrievability (along with untold... Read more of this article

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Toddlers on the Water

A few tips to help make a toddler’s day fun and happy for all! PLAN Try to boat when your child is fairly well rested.  Pack some waterproof small toys with integrated parts, water, and light snacks.  If you don’t know how your child will react to the motion of the boat, bring something for motion sickness.  You’ll need sunscreen, a hat, and... Read more of this article

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Anchor System Terminology and Gear

Safely and successfully anchoring a boat depends on selecting the proper anchor, choosing a good site, and linking the two through an effective connection that starts on the deck and reaches to the water’s bottom with a secured anchor. Effective anchoring preparation includes knowing anchoring terminology. Ground Tackle & Anchor Rode–... Read more of this article

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JONES BEACH by Joseph Szabo

If you enjoy photography books, along with nostalgia and a few good laughs, this is a book you are sure to enjoy. The photographs, all taken on Jones Beach, span a thirty-five year time period starting around 1970. Joseph Szabo, an internationally recognized photographer who taught high school photography on Long Island for three decades, captures the... Read more of this article

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Go Tubing, Start Flying!

Tubing, like wakeboarding, is a favorite summertime water sport. Fun for all (starting about the age of five), the thrill of tubing is going very fast while being pulled from a rope connected to a speeding boat. The faster you go, the more chances you have to go airborne over the water! There are two person tubes (most common) and six person banana... Read more of this article

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No Glory in Faded Hair Color

Fashionably speaking, there are some things that look great faded. Like a pair of faded jeans, paired with a crisp white shirt, which look timelessly fabulous on almost anyone. But even the crispest crisp whitest shirt will never save faded hair color from being a beauty faux pas. Hair color fades for many reasons: hair condition, color type, choice... Read more of this article

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SUMMERTIME…AND THE READING IS EASY

There’s a special summertime deliciousness in laying on the deck of the boat, holding an icy beverage in one hand and an engrossing book in the other.  Sipping and savoring, you feel your tensions slip away as you turn the pages, riveted by the unfolding story.  Suddenly you glance at your watch and realize:  hours have passed in the company of... Read more of this article

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HURRICANE CHECKLIST Be prepared before & ready after

WHILE THE SUN IS SHINING Locate your boat insurance policy and keep it handy for later reference, along with your registration and any documentation/licenses. Create an inventory of all property on your boat and have photos or video if possible. Check with your marina about their hurricane preparedness and procedures. If you’re... Read more of this article

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DON’T DO WHAT THEY DID!

Paddle boating is one of the fastest growing forms of water sport; kayaks and canoes account for over 50% of new boat sales.  No wonder: paddle boats are relatively inexpensive (no fuel or engine maintenance costs), provide great exercise, and are fun!  But a recent experience serves as a reminder that just because you’re not going out on... Read more of this article

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Easy Maintenance

The weather report predicts a severe weather system. What should you do to prepare and protect your boat? Before the storm clouds gather, get down to your boat! Check all bilge pumps to make sure they are working properly. Put some fresh water in the bilge and make sure the pumps actually draw the water out. Inspect the wires to each pump for corrosion... Read more of this article

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