posted 01-14-2002 07:35 PM ET (US)            

Last year was quite fun, and we had about 25 attendees, and I believe about 10 boats - some from Minnesota and Illinois.

posted 01-15-2002 12:24 AM ET (US)            

Patricia and I are up for another Door County get-together. Last year was excellent.

posted 01-15-2002 10:57 AM ET (US)            

But, I sold it at the end of the season. If you look at the main picture of my boat, you can see the Bertram I bout to replace it in the extreme left corner of the picture.

I will not be docking at that marina anymore. I have moved to the new marina that Yacht Works is building. Floating docks, breakwater, paint, upkeep...you get the idea.

I am sure you spotted the other Nausset at the EYH. It is in faulous condition, and just got repowered with a new Yamaha 4 stroke. It is owned by the same guy that has the 41' Chris Craft commander called "Waverider" that is also at EYH.

posted 01-15-2002 02:53 PM ET (US)            

Yeah I know the dock your going to. I work for the cable company that is putting the cable to all of the slips. I have seen the entire plan and it looks really nice. The only thing that I was wondering was how they got the permit from the DNR when they won't let any private owner put in any docks up and down the county.

posted 01-19-2002 07:57 AM ET (US)            

Age bracket? Hey, it's from birth to death. So if you're breathing you fit the bracket...welcome!

posted 02-19-2002 11:42 AM ET (US)            

Short answer- no. But I do have an excuse! We are expecting Junior/Juniette Sulser in mid-April. We found that out shortly after the rendezvous. Deb has informed me that she will be more comfortable with a baby on a bigger boat (honest- she said this!) with better amenities and more sleeping room. So now I am in a quandary on what to do here. Either I sell my current one and upgrade, or put the Yamahas on it and take my chances, or leave it the way it is for a summer to see how things go. I was at the Milwaukee show this weekend and looked at the only other boat I would consider other than a Whaler, if I upgrade. It's a Pursuit 2870 Walkaround, which I really like. I am between this and the new 275 Conquest (I know these are not classic Whalers, but I at least would stay in the club since I do have the 1988 13' SS). Any sage advice is greatly appreciated!

Back to the topic at hand. If anyone wants pictures from last year go ahead and e-mail me. I got them developed in digital format so I can e-mail them back. Larry, I need your address as I got a few good shots of your boat especially. Here's one on our page:

http://userpages.chorus.net/caddis/images/lhgandlauren.JPG

posted 02-24-2002 01:16 PM ET (US)            

No dates as of yet, but considering the way slips go, I think it should be talked about soon.

By the way, when is the next classic Bertram rendezvous? :)

posted 03-20-2002 01:43 PM ET (US)            

I reccomend late July or early August. The weather is much more predicatble, and favorable. Plus the water has warmed up to about 39 degrees by then.

posted 03-22-2002 05:01 PM ET (US)            

(welding humor)

:)

posted 03-23-2002 08:19 AM ET (US)            

Lots-a-luck on the 19th of April! Washington Island ferry had to call the CG ice breaker in last week to free them and cut a path! Reportedly some of the ice shelves were at 8'. Took most of the day. This morning it's about 8 degrees...winter just won't let go. I think we're makin' ice, not melting it. Something really hot has to happen to meet your date.

For getting ice as late as we did, it sure did take hold. The ice breaker was supposed to try to open the middle of the bay down to Green Bay, and I don't know the status of that. It's surprising how badly the docks have been damaged by this year's ice...pretty major everywhere you look.

I don't know if I can hang on! Prozac's gettin' low.

posted 03-25-2002 07:04 PM ET (US)            

For off season reservations please call 920-854-4457 on Wednesdays: 10am - 12am and 1pm - 2:30pm

I plan on calling this Wednesday and reserving for the weekend of the 13-14.

Don't forget--the Apostle Islands Rendezvous is three weeks later!

posted 03-25-2002 08:50 PM ET (US)            

As they are brand new, I am not sure about transient costs, or even if slips will be available, but its sure worth a call.

I believe that "duckfish" even worked on the cable for the docks, so he can tell you that it is going to be first class all the way.

You can see their new harbor @

www.yachtworks.net

BTW this is where I am docked now instead of Ephraim Yacht Harbor.

posted 03-30-2002 09:17 PM ET (US)            

On another note, I am currently writing this from the Door (not here for the season yet, just a few days - will be here about 5/18). The Great Lakes Weekly Level Report claims that we are currenly 9" above this time last year. I have a hard time believing that. I certainly don't see it. If you are interested, you can read the report here...

http://huron.lre.usace.army.mil/levels/weekly.html

Also, if you want a current picture of the Sister Bay water from a camera that is mounted on a building at the marina I mentioned before, click on the link below. About this time of year you can see the ice start to go out. You can even watch the progression of work for the new marina.

http://www.yachtworks.net/stormcam.htm

posted 04-03-2002 02:26 PM ET (US)            

I just called and reserved our slip for the 11th through the 13th.

I asked the MM how many slips he had available for that weekend and told him 'we' might need as many as a dozen. He immediately asked me, 'Is this that Boston Whaler group?'.

So, they're waiting for us, and there are still plenty of slips available.

We are in slip 48.

posted 04-03-2002 02:33 PM ET (US)            

If you don't remember from last year: check-in, check-out time is 1200, and prices are by the foot.

My 23 was 27.90 for the weekend, payable in advance (V/MC), non-refundable.

See you there.

posted 04-05-2002 08:28 AM ET (US)            

As I write it's 24 degrees. New dusting of snow when I awoke. It appeared yesterday as though there may be some open water west of Horseshoe Is. but I can't be sure. Haven't spoken to anyone who's crossed on the ferry this week, so I don't know the situation there. Can see some massive ice shoves out several miles on the bay.

As for a slip, just for the day, won't be necessary. And there are enough of us here to arrange something for you (trailer storage etc.) should your plans change that day (ask Johnny Sherman.) If all else fails we can store your rig in the trunk of lhg's caddy.

posted 04-05-2002 07:42 PM ET (US)            

Yet another correction to my previous post. Slip fees are 1.15 per foot; the price I mentioned above was per day (for my boat).

Yikes! Most expensive transient fees I've ever paid.

posted 04-06-2002 07:55 AM ET (US)            

An option for you might be to bring the 18 up ahead of time...we should be able to find a place to store it (QBrennan's living room.) Orrrr...join us via the St. Lawrence. I promise a prize for "traveled the furthest" (sorry Pendleton.)

By the way, when are you going to 'fess up that all the photos you shot last year were with an empty camera?

Harpoon Harry, sunny and 20 degrees

posted 04-15-2002 07:18 AM ET (US)            

It's starting to move around. Temps have moderated and ice is punky. Starts to move out with south winds, then migrates back to shore. Some open water on the bay north of Egg Harbor. Fish Creek, Ephraim, Sister Bay and Ellison Bay still iced over.

The 19th eh? Tick tock, tick tock

posted 04-16-2002 08:09 AM ET (US)            

IT'S GONE! Yesterday morning ice still sat in the harbors. But the sun came out and a very strong south wind worked their magic during the day. At 5 pm it was gone. Don't know who got it, but they can have it. And yes, found out that ice left Death's Door over the weekend.

You've got the magic touch.

posted 04-23-2002 06:55 AM ET (US)            

I don't know about "stone," but it seems like a date that has evolved as a result of folks' schedules. Since I'm "here," any date pretty much works for me (except the ones that don't.) So I'm just seeing how things shake out for everyone else. Actually, the former Outrageman, now known as BertramBreath has some thoughts on the get together, but he's been computer incommunicado for a few weeks. Expect him to surface soon with some thoughts.

posted 05-04-2002 03:01 PM ET (US)            

As far as the date of the rendezvous goes, abot half of last years attendees were locals, so it won't be difficult to find a good time.

However, it seems as if some have already aquired slippage for specific dates. So lets try to stick to that time as not to make things difficult.

I am still willing to have a few trailers parked at my place, and Kate and I would be happy to host another Saturday night party.

posted 05-07-2002 07:22 PM ET (US)            

I've spoken with Paul Hahlbeck and Quinn Brennan recently, and they are also 'in'.

Patricia and I are going to try and arrive that Thursday afternoon/evening.

Anyone ever made the run up to Escanaba? Is there anything to see there?

posted 05-07-2002 08:26 PM ET (US)            

Rock Island might be nice too.

If any of you are feeling particularly strong we could go to Travers City :)

posted 05-07-2002 09:13 PM ET (US)            

Can it/should it be done in a smaller boat?

posted 05-07-2002 10:38 PM ET (US)            

Then I will have my 15 minutes of fame.

posted 05-09-2002 07:23 AM ET (US)            

The kid told me he had stopped smokin' that stuff!

These days it seems my cruise challenges consist of circumnavigating Horseshoe Island!

Besides, if this weather doesn't break we're all going to be wearing Mustang survival suits. I'll see if I can get a deal on 20 or so of them.

posted 05-13-2002 10:17 AM ET (US)            

I just called to reserve our room and apparently rooms all over the area are going fast for that week.

We're staying at the Village View Motel (same place as last year).

posted 05-13-2002 10:45 PM ET (US)            

Jim

posted 05-29-2002 06:34 PM ET (US)            

Anyone like Summit Extra Pale Ale?

posted 06-18-2002 07:01 AM ET (US)            

Okay Larry. We'll miss you, but look forward to seeing you when you do show. Be sure to let us know when that'll be.

Sincerely,