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| Topic: Lower Goose and Little Whaleboat |
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Posts: 6
Location: Cousins Island
Registered:
November 2005
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 Lower Goose and Little Whaleboat
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Sun, 20 November 2005 14:20
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O Boy! A message board just for what I need to know. I should introduce myself and say that I have been hacking around Casco Bay my whole life in a ten foot pram. As a babe, my Dad would take 7 of us, Mom, Dad, the kids and Grandma out for a row out to Basket, Little Chebeague, wherever, for a picnic. He must have had biceps the size of my thighs. Anyway, following the Brawn vs. Brain approach to cruising, I have taken to following ancient Indian canoe routes and my next trip takes me from the Penobscot River to my Great Great Grandfather's cellar hole (and my current cottage) on Cousin's Island in Casco Bay. In a canoe.
Anyway, my question is this: My BRAND NEW DeLorme Atlas shows primitive campsites on both Lower Goose Island and Little Whaleboat Island. Either of these would be a perfect camp after portaging from Clark Cove in Harpswell Sound over to Lookout Point boat ramp. My "Maine Coast Guide for Little Friggin Boats (C) 2000" by Curtis Rindlaub says "Do not Land".
So since I will be trying to cover the miles in a canoe, it will be a real hardship to arrive at a site at day's end only to find I can't camp. Via email or post, I'd love to hear anyone's experience.
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| | Topic: live on an island |
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Posts: 186
Registered:
November 2002
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live on an island
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Fri, 01 February 2008 18:19
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I received the following notice of an opportunity from someone who, for now, would like to remain annonymous. If you have interest, please contact me, and I will relay it.
Curtis,
I am aware of an opportunity on an island, in Maine. I have tried for some years to get my friends and acquaintances interested, and maybe it's time to cast a wider net. (I have no financial interest.)
This island, with one house, is in need of a permanent "tenant" or "caretaker". The ownership situation is complex, and it is unlikely that the property will ever be available for purchase, but a long term lease might be possible. An occupant will have to deal with bureaucracies, historic and scenic restrictions, and some (minimal) public use of parts of the island.
While it may be possible to take possession without writing a large check, the property is in need of significant renovation and restoration - perhaps $1 Million, if contractors were hired; or several years of part-time work for a talented and resourceful do-it-yourselfer.
If you:
- Currently live in the New England area
- Earn (or reasonably expect) income enough to allow you to afford a second home
- Are willing to make a long-term commitment, to spend almost every weekend and vacation working on the island, with the possibility of penalties if you decide to back out
- Have significant experience in small boats
- Possess construction / trade skills, in effect capable of building a house, by yourself (or with your spouse/friends)
- Don't mind mosquitoes
- Are between 20 and 40 years old
- Have zero expectations of relaxing in a hammock, sipping Margaritas, or using a flush toilet!
Then I may be able to provide you with extensive information, contacts, advice, logistical and construction support.
Please contact me if you think this opportunity is for you. DON'T bother me unless you meet ALL of the qualifications I have listed (OK, maybe the age range is flexible, but you get the idea. )
Looking forward to hearing from the right person.
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| | Forum: Photos |
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| Topic: Three fishermen in Valley Cove, Somes Sound |
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Posts: 97
Location: Rockport Maine
Registered:
February 2005
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Three fishermen in Valley Cove, Somes Sound
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Tue, 01 March 2005 07:41
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| | Topic: The gratuitouis Maine Lobster Bake. |
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Posts: 97
Location: Rockport Maine
Registered:
February 2005
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| | Topic: One of the best kept secret overnights around. |
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Posts: 97
Location: Rockport Maine
Registered:
February 2005
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| | Topic: Great Chebeague Stone Wharf Anchorage - Sunset |
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Posts: 4
Location: Cambridge MA
Registered:
August 2005
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| | Topic: Eagle Island (Casco Bay) Peary House |
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Posts: 4
Location: Cambridge MA
Registered:
August 2005
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| | Topic: The Monument, Harpswell Sound |
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Posts: 1
Registered:
November 2005
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| | Topic: Thanks for posting |
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Posts: 8
Location: Mid Coast Maine & Mass
Registered:
April 2007
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Thanks for posting
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Tue, 17 April 2007 11:48
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Great pictures thanks for posting them. Its been a tough commissioning season here in the North Shore of MA as well.
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| | Topic: It's not Maine, thank God. |
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Posts: 186
Registered:
November 2002
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It's not Maine, thank God.
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Wed, 02 January 2008 10:39
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These photos were forwarded to me by Trump Bradley with the following message:
Coast Guard 47-ft Motor Life Boat 12/04/07 Morro Bay
Anybody for a boat ride ?? (Nothing on Snopes about this.)
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Large storm swells reached Morro Bay California on December 4,
2007, bringing 15-20 foot swells with some plus sets. A U.S.
Coast Guard 47-foot Motor Life Boat was out for practice maneuvers
in the large surf, which is not unusual. However, a large wave
hit that was probably more than they bargained for...at least it's
the hardest I've ever seen them get hit. The air was filled with
mist, and they were quite distant, so at times were just a shadow
in the mist. I've adjusted them for better visibility, however the
quality of the photos is not the greatest due to the above
conditions, and futile attempts to keep the lens dry.
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| | Topic: Isles of Shoals |
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Posts: 186
Registered:
November 2002
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| | Topic: sunset from Fritha |
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Posts: 2
Location: Portland, Maine
Registered:
June 2003
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sunset from Fritha
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Wed, 27 February 2008 22:26
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| | Topic: Pulpit Harbor Sunset |
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Posts: 6
Location: Rockport, ME
Registered:
September 2008
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| | Forum: Classifieds |
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| Topic: Brand New Parts for OMCs JOHNSON 85,90,115,135,150,175Hp |
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Site Admin
Posts: 144
Registered:
December 1969
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Brand New Parts for OMCs JOHNSON 85,90,115,135,150,175Hp
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Wed, 13 November 2002 12:36
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Fri, 08 November 2002 22:51
Make me an offer for the whole lot of parts!
Brand New Parts for OMCs JOHNSON 85,90,115,135,150,175Hp outboards.
Will accept Trades of a nice double 12 Gauge (like a Red or Gold Label) or a nice New 15 to 25 hp outboard motor or 4X4 ATV for entire lot.
3 each #323664 Spline Gear $99.ea.
1 Ea Ignition Coil Kit # 583737 $50.ea.
1 Ea Voltage Regulator Kit # 173640 $89.ea.
2 Ea Helical Lower unit Gear sets 340490 $199.set
2 Ea Rubber Exhaust Gaskets $10. ea
1 Ea Complete 90 Hp Gasket set # 139300 $50.ea.
6 Ea Gaskets # 317914 $6 ea.
3 Ea used OMC Stator #583669, #583672, # 583104 $35 ea.
2 Ea VRO Pumps $75 ea.
1 Ea Timer Base Kit #583376 $99.
1 Ea New Rectifier/Regulator Kit # 395391 $89.
1 Es Used Rectifier/Regulator # 395391 $35.
1 Ea Gasket # 359-317955-1 $6.ea
9 Ea Gaskets # 194-321727-1 $6ea
5 Ea Gasket #
2Ea Gasket # 436-323459-1 $6.ea
4 ea 90HP Rod Bearings $50. set
2 Ea Ignition coils #582508-0560-0A $99. Ea
1 Ea Stator $100.
1 Ea Flywheel $100.
ACCELL Distributor & Rotors Caps for Mallory $10. set.
Felpro Chevy 305/350 4 boat rubber valve cover gaskets 1 pair PN# VS12869R New $10.
Felpro Chevy 305/350 Cork/rubber valve cover gasket 1each New. $4
NEA PN# VS2335 Chevy 305/350 4 boat Marine Exhaust Manifold gaskets. New. 1 pair . $12.
Felpro Mercrusier Chevy 305/350 Gasket kit assorted not complete (head gasket missing) $10..
Bronze 11/2 Prop Nut $3.
Teleflex Black 18ft shift/throttle cable OMC new 1 ea. $10.
Teleflex Black 15ft t shift/throttle cable OMC new 1 ea. $10.
Teleflex Black 23 ft shift/throttle cable MERC new 1 ea $10.
Teleflex dual handle controls with pair Black 13 ft shift/throttle cable MERC used in very good cond. $75.
Teleflex Marine Trident Blue Wet Exhaust Hose 3 dia X 50 lg. $50.
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(SOME USED STUFF)
1 Each almost complete Johnson 90Hp outboard J90TLCTE Asking $495.
1 Each basket case Johnson 85 Hp outboard, most parts in box, block is missing. Asking $195.
3 ea Johnson 90 HP upper metal housings $50.ea
3 ea Johnson 90 HP Lower Unit Housings $50.ea
3 Ea Johnson 90 HP fiberglass cowlings. $50. Ea
1Ea Lower plastic cover for Johnson 90 HP $50.
3 Each Motor mount Brackets with serial #s & Power Trim & Tilt Units for Johnson 90 Hp $150.Ea.
2 Each good usedThrottle & Shift single lever controls for Johnson outboards $75 Each
(207) 831-6311 NEWENGLANDCHARTERS@HOTMAIL.com
Saco, Maine 04072
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| | Topic: Tiara 2600 Continental For Sale |
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Posts: 18
Location: Francestown, NH
Registered:
December 2002
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Tiara 2600 Continental For Sale
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Thu, 19 June 2003 09:32
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Moving up to a larger boat but it hurts to have to leave this creampuff behind! This 1985 has received TLC throughout its life, I'm the second owner. Recently repowered, there are only 130 hours on the 265 Mercruiser and outdrive. It sleeps 4, has an enclosed head, hot and cold pressurized water, shower, refrigerator with freezer, sinks in head and galley, alcohol/electric stove. Blue and gray carpets and cushions in the cabin, transom seating in cockpit. All in wonderful condition.
Theres a radar arch and Raytheon radar; Garmin gps, chartplotter and fishfinder. Ritchie compass, Sea Ranger VHF and Bennett trim tabs. Recent custom Sunbrella camper canvas so that the bow or arch over the cockpit folds down rather than sticking up like so many do. Continually upgraded throughout its life, the 11 gal. water heater is brand new this year as is the conduit to and from the MSD along with the Y-valve.
She's in the water and ready to go as I'm still using it. The buyer will get lines, PFDs, fenders, boat hook, flares and even videos on using the electronics for the $24,900 price.
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