Port Townsend Sailing Association » Uncategorized http://ptsail.org Promoting Sailing and Racing on Port Townsend Bay Wed, 01 Feb 2012 06:21:15 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Seattle Boat Show starts this week http://ptsail.org/2012/01/24/seattle-boat-show-starts-this-week/ http://ptsail.org/2012/01/24/seattle-boat-show-starts-this-week/#comments Tue, 24 Jan 2012 19:57:35 +0000 JK http://ptsail.org/?p=4330 Seattle is slowly thawing after the big snow and freeze this past week, and boats are being prepped for move in to the Big Seattle Boat Show, Indoors + Afloat, opening next Friday, January 27 and continuing through Sunday, February 5 at CenturyLink Field and South Lake Union.

Despite the snow and ice around [...]]]> Seattle is slowly thawing after the big snow and freeze this past week, and boats are being prepped for move in to the Big Seattle Boat Show, Indoors + Afloat, opening next Friday, January 27 and continuing through Sunday, February 5 at CenturyLink Field and South Lake Union.

Despite the snow and ice around the Pacific Northwest, the Show must go on! With 1,000 boats of all shape, size, type and budget indoors at CenturyLink Field, another 150 world class boats and yachts afloat on South Lake Union, the West Coast’s Largest Boat Show offers something for everyone. For those who wakeboard, waterski, fish, kayak, cruise or race, under power or sail, on boats small or large, or simply want to outfit their boats with new gear or hone their skills at the 200+ boating and fishing seminars, this Show’s for them.

more information here and here

]]> http://ptsail.org/2012/01/24/seattle-boat-show-starts-this-week/feed/ 0 CALLING ALL P.T.S.A. SKIPPERS http://ptsail.org/2012/01/13/calling-all-p-t-s-a-skippers/ http://ptsail.org/2012/01/13/calling-all-p-t-s-a-skippers/#comments Fri, 13 Jan 2012 22:20:10 +0000 Kathy Grace http://ptsail.org/?p=4258 Calling all Skippers

We are putting together a list of skippers that need crew occasionally for the PTSA races (well, for any races really.) We hope to have an influx of new crew members, both experienced sailors and new ones, and would like to help them connect with skippers who can utilize them. If [...]]]> Calling all Skippers

We are putting together a list of skippers that need crew occasionally for the PTSA races (well, for any races really.) We hope to have an influx of new crew members, both experienced sailors and new ones, and would like to help them connect with skippers who can utilize them. If you are interested in being on this list, please send your name and phone and e-mail to Kathy Grace at bonz@olympus.net (or 301-4938.) The list will be on the ptsail.org website. If you do not wish the information to be on the website, but still are willing to take on new crew, just designate that when you reply.

We are working on “rewards” for those of you that are so generous with your knowledge and boat. Your willingness to encourage new sailors is appreciated.  Stay tuned for more information.

Thank you,

Your PTSA board

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Here is a Jim Donovan’s Yellow Naped Amazon parrot boating on the scale model of the 6 meter sport boat he is building.  This bird LOVES to sail and loves water sports!  Here are some more with him sitting on his custom made Harken parrot perch on board [...]]]> From Dan Newland.

Here is a Jim Donovan’s Yellow Naped Amazon parrot boating on the scale model of the 6 meter sport boat he is building.  This bird LOVES to sail and loves water sports!  Here are some more with him sitting on his custom made Harken parrot perch on board our boat, Pegasus XIV during the Wooden Boat Festival. And eating from a spoon, he is pretty amazing with his spoon or fork!  Robert is a great bird that loves to talk, especially when sailing.  The last picture shows the 6 meter sport boat Jim is finishing up (but it has taken a back burner to the 90′ racing yacht he is managing/designing in Anacortes).

More of Jim’s work can be found at his site, www.jpdonovandesign.com.

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An outing of luxury sports car enthusiasts in Japan ended in an expensive freeway pileup – smashing a stunning eight Ferraris, a Lamborghini and two Mercedes.

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An outing of luxury sports car enthusiasts in Japan ended in an expensive freeway pileup – smashing a stunning eight Ferraris, a Lamborghini and two Mercedes.

]]> http://ptsail.org/2011/12/05/thatll-buff-right-out/feed/ 0 The Dog Day Racing Series http://ptsail.org/2011/08/10/the-dog-day-racing-series/ http://ptsail.org/2011/08/10/the-dog-day-racing-series/#comments Thu, 11 Aug 2011 02:10:34 +0000 Kathy Grace http://ptsail.org/?p=3894

Attention PTSA Sailors:  the remaining Friday night August   Dog Day Series will be conducted in the following manner:

There will be a Skipper’s meeting at 5pm at the Boat Haven     picnic table where it will be decided by the participants        what course to sail and who will [...]]]>

Attention PTSA Sailors:  the remaining Friday night August   Dog Day Series will be conducted in the following manner:

There will be a Skipper’s meeting at 5pm at the Boat Haven     picnic table where it will be decided by the participants        what course to sail and who will blow the horn. Enjoy!

]]> http://ptsail.org/2011/08/10/the-dog-day-racing-series/feed/ 0 Bring Home the Trophy for Port Townsend http://ptsail.org/2011/07/26/bring-home-the-trophy-for-port-townsend/ http://ptsail.org/2011/07/26/bring-home-the-trophy-for-port-townsend/#comments Tue, 26 Jul 2011 21:14:33 +0000 Kathy Grace http://ptsail.org/?p=3871 This years “Port to Port Race”  will be a Club Race between the Port Ludlow Yacht Club and PTSA and will be one day, one way, only. It is a revival of a race the clubs had in earlier years. In this club race, the sailing association with the three fastest boats wins the [...]]]> This years “Port to Port Race”  will be a Club Race between the Port Ludlow Yacht Club and PTSA and will be one day, one way, only. It is a revival of a race the clubs had in earlier years. In this club race, the sailing association with the three fastest boats wins the perpetual trophy and bragging rights for the next year. The clubs alternate hosting the event, and this year Port Ludlow is the host. The race will start in Port Townsend at 9am from the City Dock, go around Marrowstone Island (not through the “Cut”), and terminate in Port Ludlow bay. There is no entry fee and there will be a party and BBQ at Ludlow after the race, hosted by the PLYC. A skippers meeting at 8am at the NWMC will go over details.

We need representation for the Port Townsend fleet!!!  We need as many boats as possible to go out for the event. It is a pleasant sail to a bay with great anchorage and marina and a welcoming sailing community.

The date is August 6th, a Saturday. Please notify Satch Yarbrough as soon as you know you are going, so he can let the Ludlow sailors know how many to plan for at the BBQ, by August 1st at the latest.

Satch’s contact info is:  beercanracer@hotmail.com or 643-3248(cell) or 379-6876(h)

If you wish to make reservations at the Port Ludlow Marina, their number is 877-344-6725.

Come out and represent your town and bring home the Gold (trophy)!

 

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etbecker-sr11-dsc_0717 Calling  ALL  Sailors…This Saturday is the last race and post-series party for the Siren’s Wooden Boat Series.  All wooden boats are encouraged to come out and enjoy a day of light-hearted racing and festivities.  The race will start at noon, with a three-hour time limit, then the party will follow at 4pm at the Cupola House.  Burgers and dogs, beer and wine will be supplied.  Prizes for the top three racers and commemorative bronze medallions will be awarded.  Whether you’ve participated in the Wooden Boat Series or not; whether you’re a new member, old member, or not a member at all – everyone is welcome at the party!  
Photo by Elizabeth Becker

 

]]> http://ptsail.org/2011/07/20/last-sirens-wooden-boat-series-race-and-party-this-saturday/feed/ 0 Steve Davis Memorial, July 24th, Ft. Worden http://ptsail.org/2011/06/29/steve-davis-memorial-july-24th-ft-worden/ http://ptsail.org/2011/06/29/steve-davis-memorial-july-24th-ft-worden/#comments Wed, 29 Jun 2011 14:55:34 +0000 JK http://ptsail.org/?p=3117 Steve L. Davis WILLISTON, S.C. – Inter-nationally acclaimed marine illustrator, Stephen L. Davis passed away at home June 24, 2011 in Williston, SC. Born June 12, 1947 to Gilbert and Juanita Davis in Nampa, ID. Stephen earned a Bachelor’s in Architecture from the University of Idaho and after a successful career, turned his [...]]]>
Steve L. Davis WILLISTON, S.C. – Inter-nationally acclaimed marine illustrator, Stephen L. Davis passed away at home June 24, 2011 in Williston, SC. Born June 12, 1947 to Gilbert and Juanita Davis in Nampa, ID. Stephen earned a Bachelor’s in Architecture from the University of Idaho and after a successful career, turned his focus to his true love: boats. Regularly featured in numerous magazines including Sail, Popular Mechanics, Power and Motor Yacht, along with illustrating books; his work was not limited to marine design, but also included horse trailers and planes. In 2010, Stephen relocated from Port Townsend, WA and Nampa, ID to Williston, SC to be with his daughter and her family. He took on the title of Barn Manager at Can’t Wait Till Later Farm and over saw the care of his daughter’s International event horses.

Stephen continued design and illustration but especially enjoyed the roles of grandfather, photographer and the simple pleasures of friends and family. Always quick to smile, his faith kept him strong whenever there were challenges. Preceded in death by both of his parents, Stephen leaves behind wife Jan of Port Townsend, WA; daughter Mellisa Davis Warden, son in law Steven Warden, and granddaughter Ainsley Warden of Williston, SC; sister Janet Crumpton of Nampa, ID; brother Michael Davis of Nampa, ID; numerous nieces and nephews; and loving friends wherever he went. As per Stephen’s wishes, a celebration of life will take place 2 pm, July 24th, 2011 at Fort Worden. Please contact family members for details. An online register is available at www.blizzardfuneralhome.com

]]> http://ptsail.org/2011/06/29/steve-davis-memorial-july-24th-ft-worden/feed/ 0 Learn two DECORATIVE KNOTS on June 1st at the Wooden Boat Chandlery http://ptsail.org/2011/05/18/learn-two-decorative-knots-on-june-1st-at-the-wooden-boat-chandlery/ http://ptsail.org/2011/05/18/learn-two-decorative-knots-on-june-1st-at-the-wooden-boat-chandlery/#comments Wed, 18 May 2011 14:05:53 +0000 Kathy Grace http://ptsail.org/?p=2985  

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT:  The Chandlery Cafe is  open for business again.

 

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SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT:  The Chandlery Cafe is  open for business again.

 


]]> http://ptsail.org/2011/05/18/learn-two-decorative-knots-on-june-1st-at-the-wooden-boat-chandlery/feed/ 0 Spring Wooden Boat Series Races 1&2 http://ptsail.org/2011/05/07/spring-wooden-boat-series-races-12/ http://ptsail.org/2011/05/07/spring-wooden-boat-series-races-12/#comments Sat, 07 May 2011 23:42:57 +0000 Myron http://ptsail.org/?p=2934 Opening Day was difficult time for boating.  The “parade” was thin and the crowds observing were thinner.  The later boats sailing into PT from Seattle faced a building flood and dying wind, and were often seen sailing backwards.

The Wooden Boat Fleet, got off to good start but found little wind near the tower [...]]]> Opening Day was difficult time for boating.  The “parade” was thin and the crowds observing were thinner.  The later boats sailing into PT from Seattle faced a building flood and dying wind, and were often seen sailing backwards.

The Wooden Boat Fleet, got off to good start but found little wind near the tower and diminished wind for the return to finish.  It’s been good to see Cubana out again.

Also participating in both races, without a rating, has been Second Wind.  They were 6th in the first race at 13:53:08 and 6th in the second race at 15:38:49.

There is an errant computer setting for this series that will be corrected  before the next report.  A race is already being dropped, putting Annie Too and Sirocco in a tie, when Annie Too should be ahead at this time.

Hoping everyone is now warm and dry.

<br /> Wooden Boat Series – Race Spring Wooden Boat Series

Wooden Boat Series

Race Spring Wooden Boat Series

Information is provisional and subject to modification
Regatta results saved: Saturday, May 7, 2011

4:23:51 PM PDT


Division: other wooden boats (5 boats) (top)

Pos Sail Boat Skipper Rating Finish
Order		 Finish
Time		 Time
Allowance		 Corrected
Time		 Time
Behind		 Adjustments Pts
1   annie Annie Too   150 1 13:01:24.0 00:18:06.0 00:38:18.0 00:00:00.0 1.0
2   lotus Lotus   187 3 13:22:24.0 00:22:33.9 00:54:50.1 00:16:32.1 2.0
3   tarfon Tarfon   180 4 13:24:28.0 00:21:43.2 00:57:44.8 00:19:26.8 3.0
4   sirocco Sirocco   150 2 13:21:46.0 00:18:06.0 00:58:40.0 00:20:22.0 4.0
5   cubana Cubana   279 5 13:38:24.0 00:33:40.0 00:59:44.0 00:21:26.0 5.0

Notes

(1) Start Date/Time = Sunday, April 3, 2011 12:05:00.0, Length (nm) = 7.24

Information is provisional and subject to modification

Version 5.6.03: Regatta scoring by JavaScore, an Open Source project available at

http://www.gromurph.org/javascore

<br /> Wooden Boat Series – Race Spring Wooden Boat Series 2

Wooden Boat Series

Race Spring Wooden Boat Series 2

Information is provisional and subject to modification
Regatta results saved: Saturday, May 7, 2011

4:23:51 PM PDT


Division: other wooden boats (5 boats) (top)

Pos Sail Boat Skipper Rating Finish
Order		 Finish
Time		 Time
Allowance		 Corrected
Time		 Time
Behind		 Adjustments Pts
1   sirocco Sirocco   150 1 15:07:32.0 00:08:03.0 00:54:29.0 00:00:00.0 1.0
2   annie Annie Too   150 2 15:12:06.0 00:08:03.0 00:59:03.0 00:04:34.0 2.0
3   lotus Lotus   187 3 15:19:33.0 00:10:02.1 01:04:30.9 00:10:01.9 3.0
4   tarfon Tarfon   180 4 15:20:17.0 00:09:39.6 01:05:37.4 00:11:08.4 4.0
5   cubana Cubana   279 5 16:25:45.0 00:14:58.4 02:05:46.6 01:11:17.6 5.0

Notes

(1) Start Date/Time = Sunday, May 8, 2011 14:05:00.0, Length (nm) = 3.22

Information is provisional and subject to modification

Version 5.6.03: Regatta scoring by JavaScore, an Open Source project available at

http://www.gromurph.org/javascore

<br /> Wooden Boat Series – Series Standing – 2 races scored

Wooden Boat Series

Series Standing – 2 races scored

Information is provisional and subject to modification
Regatta results saved: Saturday, May 7, 2011

4:23:51 PM PDT


Division: other wooden boats (5 boats) (top)

Pos Sail Boat Skipper Spring Wooden Boat Series Spring Wooden Boat Series 2 Total
Points		 Pos
1 sirocco Sirocco   [4] 1 1.00 1
2 annie Annie Too   1 [2] 1.00 2
3 lotus Lotus   2 [3] 2.00 3
4 tarfon Tarfon   3 [4] 3.00 4
5 cubana Cubana   [5] 5 5.00 5

Notes

(1) Scoring System is ISAF Low Point 2009-2012
(2) Finishes in [brackets] denote throwouts

Information is provisional and subject to modification

Version 5.6.03: Regatta scoring by JavaScore, an Open Source project available at

http://www.gromurph.org/javascore

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