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| Author | Topic: Piscataqua River (ME, NH, MA) |
| Casco Bay Outrage |
posted 05-03-2007 08:03 PM ET (US)  
Calling all southern Maine, New Hampshire and Northern Massachusetts whalers! Location: Piscataqua River area Proposed Date: Saturday or Sunday May 19 or 20th. Alternate dates are 2nd or 3rd of June. Memorial Day is the 28th 3 years ago we did Isle of Shoals. 2 years ago we were in Great Bay. Last year we were flooded out. Please indicate your date preference. Would like to nail down dates by May 15th. Thanks. CBO |
| GreatBayNH |
posted 05-03-2007 09:46 PM ET (US)
June 3rd. The 2nd is my son's birthday and I volunteered to work the weekend of 5/19 and 20. Hope to see you guys soon! -Seth |
| YorkHarbor |
posted 05-03-2007 09:56 PM ET (US)
June 9 or 16 would work best for me. |
| YorkHarbor |
posted 05-03-2007 09:57 PM ET (US)
I should have said either of those weekends will work for me, Sat. or Sunday |
| GreatBayNH |
posted 05-03-2007 10:01 PM ET (US)
me too. |
| vink |
posted 05-03-2007 10:20 PM ET (US)
May 20th or June 3rd works for us. I still have the goodies that Whaler sent to me for last years get together. |
| bkoelbel |
posted 05-04-2007 08:21 AM ET (US)
I'm in....preferably June 2 or 3...hoping to spash today! Finally!!!! |
| newt |
posted 05-04-2007 08:35 AM ET (US)
Another vote for May 20 or June 3rd. T-ball takes up my Saturday's thru the month of June. |
| GreatBayNH |
posted 05-06-2007 02:19 PM ET (US)
It's looking like June 3rd is a date everybody that's posted can do? If so can we pencil in that as the date? -Seth |
| Casco Bay Outrage |
posted 05-06-2007 07:29 PM ET (US)
I try to plan my life around these outings (lol) I can do either date so..... I am "in" for June 3rd. CBO |
| vink |
posted 05-06-2007 07:37 PM ET (US)
June 3rd might be the better day. It might even be warmer in June. Tides on June 3rd for Portsmouth are: High - 2:04 PM and Low - 7:44 AM and 7:42 PM. Who do we need to contact to visit the Lab and gardens on Appledore out at the Isles? If we could anchor and raft in Gosport and borrow a dingy maybe we could visit on Star Island. If someone could tow a dingy out there we could go on land. They will not let anything longer than 12' tie up to the dock. We could make the Isles more interesting than the last time. What do you think? |
| newt |
posted 05-07-2007 07:24 AM ET (US)
Vink, I am very good friends with one of the top dogs at Shoals Marine Lab on Appledore Island. I will ask him about visiting the facilities and garden. One of the best ways to see the island is to sign up for Volunteer Weekend, but lucky for you, this event took place this past weekend, so you are free and clear until next year. :) |
| newt |
posted 05-09-2007 06:52 AM ET (US)
Vink, Appledore Island is open to the public - no problem wondering around and checking things out. My friend wasn't sure about Star Island, but he didn't think that it was open to the public. Your best bet would be to call them. He also mentioned that Smuttynose Island has a sandy beach and is open to the public also. We could always hang out there and fire up a BBQ or something. |
| GreatBayNH |
posted 05-09-2007 02:34 PM ET (US)
Star Island is owned and managed by the Star Island Corporation. The island is used as a religious and educational conference center and is private. |
| GreatBayNH |
posted 05-09-2007 02:54 PM ET (US)
I called the Star Island Corporation here in Portsmouth. I asked the question: Q: "Can a person or person(s) tie up a small Boston Whaler and visit Star Island during the day without prior permission" A: During the conference season (Mid-June to Mid-Septemeber) you can dock a dinghy at their dock and walk around the island. As long as you don't park a large vessel and come at night or off-season all are welcome.
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| Casco Bay Outrage |
posted 05-10-2007 12:49 PM ET (US)
Since I have not been to either place, I support the choice of the group. In case other ideas are desired. I was thinking of going up river, Great Bay and beyond. (I like going inland or someplace calm since all my boating is open water) CBO |
| vink |
posted 05-10-2007 10:26 PM ET (US)
We could take a slow cruise up one of the rivers. That's no problem. Then we could picnic again in Great Bay. I've been up the rivers and seen a lot of nature. I'm sure that Great Bay NH knows more about this than I do. Would we all be able to get to Newmarket? There used to be a cute eating place right on Main Street up from the river. We could also go up river to Dover. There is everything up from the boat ramp and marina in Dover. I'm game for most anything that my boat is capable to handle. I'm just throwing out suggestions. |
| CatBoatSailor |
posted 05-11-2007 10:13 AM ET (US)
Hello All, Phil, thanks for the email heads up. I was wondering when things would get rolling again. I've had a busy spring as I'm sure most have. I'd love to join you on the 3rd, and will try to work the logistics to get the Revenge and her crew up to Elliot, ME for that Sunday. Hopefully have more luck than last year. If things don't work out, and I can't get the boat up then, I can offer my services as an Able Seaman to a willing Capt. and his vessel. I'm good with lines, have a strong back to handle that Piscataqua current during launch and retrieve, and most importantly, I make great ballast. :-D |
| GreatBayNH |
posted 05-11-2007 03:42 PM ET (US)
Vink, Newmarket and Dover are very doable. The challenge when getting there is finding a place to tie up. I know last year someone contacted George from George's Marina in Dover and he promised some transient slips for us. If that could me secured it may be worth the narrow , shallow, trip up the Cochecho. Newmarket is a favorite run of mine but the town landing is a joke. Last trip up to Newmarket I docked at an unmarked private landing and jumped the gate. We walked up to the Riverworks (the eatery you were thinking of perhaps?) and had a great lunch. Upon our return to the boat a local informed us of the nature of the landing we had used and pointed over to the town landing. It was half sunken in the water and looked very unloved. I questioned even my small boats ability to get to it without hitting bottom. We thanked him for the update and motored off. If the ocean is uninviting on 6/3 I say we do an inland run. If the weather is awesome then the Shoals is as good as it gets. At least in my opinion. I grew up in the Great Bay area so going to any of the inland towns by boat is nice but I'm not doing anything I couldn't do by car once I get off the boat. The Shoals, well, I aint never driven there. -Seth |
| bkoelbel |
posted 05-15-2007 10:56 PM ET (US)
I had spoken with George at George's Marina last year and would be glad to do so again. vink nailed it...the Cocheco is a great nature run as well. The river has changed a lot in the past 7 years: much cleaner, beneficial dredging, and some magnificent homes. If Phil behaves, I'd be glad to show everyone 'Eagle Point' where we have a family of 4 bald eagles. They are magnificent, and oddly predictable, so they're pretty easy to locate. This spot is only accessible by boat. So, are we all in agreement on 6/3? |
| NewportMe |
posted 05-16-2007 07:18 AM ET (US)
Phil Thanks for the e-mail heads up. I unfortunately can't make it again this year. We have a 4 day family fishing trip on that weekend. I will be out on casco bay this summer and will look out for you. I regret not being able to meet the others and look forward to someday doing that. |
| GreatBayNH |
posted 05-16-2007 06:41 PM ET (US)
bkoelbel, I'd be up for the Cocheco run. Keep us posted on George's transient slip availability. -Seth |
| Casco Bay Outrage |
posted 05-17-2007 01:10 PM ET (US)
Bruce - Thanks for posting. I will give you a call and maybe just meet up around here. Brian - LOL! I am a bit too tired to mis-behave. I think we all agree on 6/3. I really like your idea since it sounds really unique. |
| bkoelbel |
posted 05-18-2007 10:39 AM ET (US)
OK Team......sounds like 6/3 is the day. We could meet any North Shore whalers like last time at 2KR, and work our wau up river from there. I'll check on slips for this weekend, but with the horrid April weather, many boats remain unwrapped and we should be fine. Phil - fell free to keep blasting away on the email list...I think you have many addresses from the last few efforts. Update on the weekend.........safe passage! |
| ryanwhaler |
posted 05-20-2007 11:42 PM ET (US)
Hey guys, I havent been around the forum much but I really enjoyed one outing I was able to attend with some of you last year. . or was it the year before?..... in Newberryport. 6/3 falls on a Sunday, my day off and sounds like a really good excuse to cut the whrap off the Montauk. I know nothing about the Piscataqua river... were are you guys launching? Any chance I may be able to meet up with someone at the ramp? Address,,, time? If im welcomed any info would be great |
| GreatBayNH |
posted 05-21-2007 06:08 AM ET (US)
Hi Ryan, Most people prefer the Eliot, Maine ramp for launching in the Piscataqua. Here is the Google Map of the ramp. Pan out for driving directions and oriantation to surroundings. Hope you can make it! -Seth |
| Casco Bay Outrage |
posted 05-21-2007 08:35 PM ET (US)
A couple of things: I will be trailering down to Elliot and hope to be there by 8:30, launch by 9. Cat Boat (Matt) You are more than welcome to crew with me since I will be solo and trying to behave (Brian has thrown down the gauntlet). Nate - Have you talked to any of the gang (Hobie, boberi etc) to join you coming up? Do I need to email that group again? Ryan - Piscat is like Merrimack but has a much stronger tide. It is worth you coming up. Ramp is only a couple miles off of I-95. (see post below for directions) All - why don't we try to meet the guys from the south at the outer buoy at 10 and then go back up river. |
| Casco Bay Outrage |
posted 05-21-2007 08:45 PM ET (US)
Directions to Eliot (from the south) Take I-95 N over Piscat River Here is a yahoo map |
| CatBoatSailor |
posted 05-22-2007 09:58 PM ET (US)
Thanks Phil, I'll probably take you up on that one. I'm travelling for work the week prior, and my oldest is turning 10 and having her party on the 1st. Doesn't look like I'll be able to get the boat up in time. I'll ship you an email w/my cell #. Matt |
| vink |
posted 05-24-2007 07:44 AM ET (US)
We should be at the Eliot ramp (N 43*06.671' W 070*47.838') by 9 AM. Let's hope that the weather is good. We'll see everyone on the river. |
| GreatBayNH |
posted 05-25-2007 07:39 AM ET (US)
Weather.com has us at mostly cloudy and a high of 67 on June 3rd. I'm sure this will change as we get closer to the date but I'll take it. -Seth |
| newt |
posted 05-28-2007 04:38 PM ET (US)
I don't think I will be travelling up from the Merrimack by water - it adds a lot of time and gas to the trip, so I will be traillering up and meeting you guys at the ramp. If the weather is good I will bring the family. I like the idea of a cruise up river and a cold brew and sandwich at a local spot. I better renew my Boat Us traillering insurance just in case! Phil are you going to bring the little one? |
| NH Andy |
posted 05-29-2007 08:16 AM ET (US)
My wife Paula, almost 5 year old Logan and I would love to join fellow Whalers on the Piscataqua River in our new 150 Sport. We trailer from Gilford, NH and scouted the Elliot Ramp last sunday. Hope to meet you all next Sunday. Thank You Andy |
| GreatBayNH |
posted 05-29-2007 12:36 PM ET (US)
2KR at 10AM on 6/3? Is that the dealio? |
| Casco Bay Outrage |
posted 05-29-2007 01:18 PM ET (US)
All - There is a chance that the weather will not cooperate. I can appreciate people bowing out. As for me, I will be there even if the weather is not so great. Nate - My son is staying at home. These trips are a true day off for me. Are you the only one from Merrimack group coming up? Andy - Thanks for posting and making the trip. Matt - Got your email and will reply back. |
| newt |
posted 05-29-2007 01:50 PM ET (US)
Phil, I haven't heard from any other Merrimack folks, so I will assume that I am the only one if they haven't chimed in on the thread. |
| vink |
posted 05-29-2007 10:25 PM ET (US)
Phil.... Pick a radio channel where we can contact each other if necessary. One of the off channels worked out good when we had the Merrimack gathering. |
| Riverwhaler |
posted 05-29-2007 10:48 PM ET (US)
Portsmouth is one of my favorite areas to boat, so am thinking of coming over from Vermont just to see some real Whalers. Not many here. See you at the launch. Allan |
| GreatBayNH |
posted 05-30-2007 02:42 PM ET (US)
I'll be launching in my home state and free o' charge at Peirce Island. Should I go to 2KR at 10AM and wait for members motoring up/down or just head to the Eliot boat launch at 10AM? -Seth |
| vink |
posted 05-30-2007 09:58 PM ET (US)
Seth....How do you launch for free at Piece Island???? It has been a pay ramp (sometimes the honor system) for the last couple of years!! Anyway I would rather not fight the current and launch in Eliot. BUT...my real question is......what is the scoop on lunch? Do we brown bag it again and raft up river or try to walk to downtown Dover? I don't remember how long the walk would be. My co-capt has a difficult time on a long walk. |
| GreatBayNH |
posted 05-31-2007 09:46 AM ET (US)
vink, RE: Peirce Island Launch Peirce Island is free to all Portsmouth residents of which I am a card holding member. They put a dock in last year but with the current and tides it is sometimes better just to beach it like old times (I've only had to at dead low tide). I agree Eliot is an easier ramp but for me it is the difference of trailering across state lines (I'm wanted in Maine! j/k) for what seems like 10 miles in tourist laden traffic to pay money when I can simple carry the boat on my back down the street to Peirce Island. Also, to my great surprise, I've never had to wait more than 5-10 minutes to launch at Peirce Island when/if there is a wait. Usually the dock is free of boats. It could be just my luck thus far so I won't say anymore and jinx it. RE: Lunch. Peace out, Seth |
| GreatBayNH |
posted 05-31-2007 09:54 AM ET (US)
Here is the website for "Castaways" http://www.castawaysboathouse.com/ I think the website needs updating as their posted hours (open after 5PM) says "until Memorial Day". I tried calling but got an off-the-shelf answering machine computer voice message machine. I did NOT leave a message. I'll try calling again to see what their hours are on 6/3 and post what I find. to be continued... -Seth |
| bkoelbel |
posted 05-31-2007 02:24 PM ET (US)
All - Great to see some new names in for the gig...and I'll confirm the extra slips with George Maglaras tomorrow. Don't know about all you, but IMHO Memorial Day Weekend was incredibly slow. I think the high gas prices and crap April prep weather gave weaker boaters the excuse to sit this season out! BTW, as regional CW Forum rules dictate, first timers and Whalers newer than 1989 must sing the Shaeffer Jimgle at lunch, so start practicing. For all the birders / nature lovers, make sure you have your killer zoom lenses with you in case the bald eagles cooperate. Phil - my first mate is recuperating from a tonsilectomy, so he's 50/50 at this point. He really wants to attend so he can bust your hump. |
| GreatBayNH |
posted 05-31-2007 04:43 PM ET (US)
OK Brian, I'll bite. What is the "Schaeffer Jingle"? Can you hum a few bars? I'm only 42 so you may predate me on that one. I'll be a first timer AND have a whaler > 1989. Does that mean I have to sing it twice? -Seth |
| YorkHarbor |
posted 05-31-2007 05:55 PM ET (US)
Hope you all have a safe rendezvous. I also hope everyone gets 100% from their equipment (good luck CatBoat!) Safe Whalering gentlemen, sorry I cannot attend. |
| GreatBayNH |
posted 06-01-2007 01:30 PM ET (US)
No one has answered me on the dealio so I will try and do a fly by the Eliot (Ellllliiiiiiiot...oooooouch!), ME. dock ~ 10AM. -Seth |
| newt |
posted 06-01-2007 03:13 PM ET (US)
Seth, I don't think that there is anyone coming up by water, so let's just meet up around the Eliot Ramp. No need to run out to 2KR. |
| bkoelbel |
posted 06-01-2007 04:37 PM ET (US)
All - we are all set for the slips on Sunday. They'll be looking for us around 12:30ish....keep the fingers crossed for the weather! As for Seth and other newbies...the lyrics go... Shaeffer, is the, one beer to have when you're having more than one..... Shaeffer, pleasure, doesn't fade, even when your thirst is done. The most rewarding flavor in this man's world, for people who are having fun.... Schaeffer, is the, one beer to have when you're having more than one.... Not very PC for the 2000's.....but classic back in the late 60's in NY. |
| GreatBayNH |
posted 06-01-2007 06:47 PM ET (US)
Growing up I had a good friend who's mother came from Cornwall, NY. She was a HUGE Schaeffer drinker. I'll sing the song as long as I have few Schaeffer's in me. -Seth |
| Casco Bay Outrage |
posted 06-01-2007 09:05 PM ET (US)
Vink - In terms of VHF channel, I usually use 9 but it depends on the traffic. I figure I would start on that one and if necessary move. Brian - thanks for getting the slips. Sunday is closer than I realized and I am not as ready as I liked to be. The boat is a mess. Looks like a busy Saturday night for me. If anyone needs my cell #, email me at cascobayoutrage@yahoo.com |
| GreatBayNH |
posted 06-03-2007 09:02 AM ET (US)
With the morning fog, cool temps and scattered T-Storms for today I'm regretfully bowing out. Have fun guys! -Seth |
| newt |
posted 06-03-2007 08:58 PM ET (US)
Seth, you didn't miss much. I got there real early and had to wait around for hours for everyone else. I think Phil was last in. :) Great day. We really enjoyed the trip up river, lunch, meetin new folks, and seeing old friends. Free whaler stuff from Vink was cool too! I emailed some pics to Phil that he will hopefully post, and I look forward to seeing others' photos too. Good to see you all! |
| GreatBayNH |
posted 06-04-2007 08:53 AM ET (US)
Sorry I missed it. The weather was pretty poor. I'd really like to try this again soon when the weather is better. Anyone up for something later in the month or July? -Seth |
| Casco Bay Outrage |
posted 06-04-2007 10:16 AM ET (US)
I posted Brian and Nate's photos. http://picasaweb.google.com/CascoBayOutrage/07PiscatRiver Please send me any photos you have and I will include them. Don't be shy. CBO |
| GreatBayNH |
posted 06-04-2007 03:13 PM ET (US)
Man, it doesn't look like the weather was that bad. I didn't think that many people would show. My loss and lesson learned. I'm bummed. :-( -Seth |
| Casco Bay Outrage |
posted 06-04-2007 04:32 PM ET (US)
As the photos show, we had a great turnout. See http://picasaweb.google.com/CascoBayOutrage/07PiscatRiver (For those not attending, the weather was quite poor. Low 50's, heavy clouds, light rain and a cold wind) Seth, sorry to say you really did miss a good time. For historical purposes, Nate was not the first to arrive, rather he was LAST. Why he was last, I will not tell. All of us know the sorted story. My thanks for each of you that made it. Allan, you get the special award for coming all the way from Vermont. We were the better for it! Andy and Paula, glad you came too. We look forward to seeing you on the next trip. Brian - Thanks for the escort and the great photos. There are some who think you bowed out after lunch because you were cold (shorts? Are you kidding?) and the "chore" was a ruse! Vin - Thanks for bringing the prizes. Matt- Thanks for being my 1st Mate Nate - As always, it is a pleasure! Did anyone get a photo of the eagles? Respectfully, CBO |
| bkoelbel |
posted 06-04-2007 05:45 PM ET (US)
Will send along pics of eagle and that amazing weathervane to Phil for posting. Cold? Bite your tongue, Phil, I was looking for some Gold Bond! I wear shorts and sandals based on the calendar, not the weather. It's an attitude thing. Thanks to all for a great turnout despite iffy weather. |
| Casco Bay Outrage |
posted 06-04-2007 08:47 PM ET (US)
Updated the album and tried to put them in order. |
| NH Andy |
posted 06-04-2007 08:54 PM ET (US)
We had a great time heres our album <A HREF="http://web.mac.com/cherryvalley/iWeb/Site/Library.html" TARGET=_blank>http://web.mac.com/cherryvalley/iWeb/Site/Library.html</A> Andy, Paula & Logan |
| NH Andy |
posted 06-04-2007 08:59 PM ET (US)
Sorry, here goes: http://web.mac.com/cherryvalley/iWeb/Site/Library.html |
| newt |
posted 06-04-2007 10:28 PM ET (US)
Wow, Andy nice presentation and nice quality photos. What cracks me up is the ever present cloud of smoke behind my Revenge. With no breeze, you can definitely tell who has the 2-stroke! |
| Riverwhaler |
posted 06-05-2007 07:43 PM ET (US)
Great photos Brian! Very professional It is the only photo I have with my wife on board. Thanks. Had a great time and would do it again anytime. Maybe in the fall with the leaves all in color a trip up the CT River would appeal to some. Let me know. |
| Casco Bay Outrage |
posted 06-06-2007 12:17 PM ET (US)
Updated the album with a short video supplied by Nate. |
| newt |
posted 06-06-2007 02:03 PM ET (US)
I must have watched that video 100 times so far. Hannah drove the boat downriver for a couple miles, and as Phil mentioned, she did a better job than I ever will! |
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