Today is National Maritime Day, a day we honor the United States Merchant Marine. These mariners have dedicated themselves to protecting our freedoms, and have helped to promote commerce, both in times of peace and war. A heartfelt thank you goes out to these folks.
Crows were kept on ships as an aid to navigation, and were kept high on a mast. Hence the origin of the term “Crow’s Nest”.
[flickr id=”2893053893″ thumbnail=”medium” align=”left”] It’s safe boating month. Remember it’s never too soon to learn about the importance of safety at sea. Nature is a powerful force deserving of respect.
Safety tip: Keep your bilge pumps in working order…. You never know when you may need them.
SANTA BARBARA HARBOR NAUTICAL SWAP MEET Treasure Trove of Nautical Trinkets, Tackle and Things Saturday, May 14th from 8 am to Noon SANTA BARBARA, CA – 05/10/2011 The City of Santa Barbara Waterfront Department, in conjunction with the Santa Barbara Harbor Merchants Associations, invites you to the Fifth Annual Santa Barbara Harbor Nautical Swap Meet … Read more
The majority of boating accident drownings are the result of people not wearing life jackets. Be safe, assign and fit your vessel crew with life jackets. Put them on before heading out to sea.
[flickr id=”5688634489″ thumbnail=”medium” align=”left”] On Monday, May 2, 2011, the Santa Barbara Drydock’s era in the harbor came to an end.
Yachting became an Olympic event at the 1896 Games in Greece.
Roz Savage is always pushing at boundaries, and trying the nearly impossible. She’s an interesting and inspirational character. It’s my understanding that she had to be towed to safety on her latest adventure, but I’m sure that won’t stop her from trying it again.
Spring is a good time for sailing…[flickr id=”5641792259″ thumbnail=”medium” align=”none”] Enjoy the season…
Not much to report this morning…. I need to do something about luffing sails.