Author Archives: billbuchholz

Stepping Big Masts

Posted on July 12, 2020 by billbuchholz

Since most boats with big masts come with trailers, here’s a simple way to help get the mast up if you find yourself without help. This usually happens when you’re the first to arrive and the last to leave, something … Continue reading →

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Loring

Posted on June 27, 2020 by billbuchholz

Armed with what I thought was permission to sail from the head of the Loring Development Authority and a forecast of 10-15 SSE I set out for the second round of exploring the old B-52 air base. The plan to … Continue reading →

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Cool Ice

Posted on June 21, 2020 by billbuchholz

The ice at Baikall was less than wonderful this past season, but the photo below shows how perfect it can be. Aside from the rocks, of course. These rocks get blown onto the ice and then as they get warm … Continue reading →

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Landsailing In Maine

Posted on June 7, 2020 by billbuchholz

There was an era on the timeless beach when land yachts were graceful and slow. You could wear your Sunday finest and not come home with sand in every seam. Times change and fast is fun, but the beach isn’t … Continue reading →

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Rookie Of The Year

Posted on June 4, 2020 by billbuchholz

Milo Fleming, who made exploring the art of iceboating his eighth grade project, gives us his final presentation here. Way to go, Milo! https://youtu.be/IGyq6l1FIgU

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