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Snow is keeping to the east of the Kennebec, so we’re on for Great Pond. Public boat launch at SW corner of the lake, just off Rt.27. The lake has not been scouted, so if you come, come prepared.

Looks like the snow that’s on its way will graze the coast and downeast, putting Dammy right on the line. We hope to sail there tomorrow, but rumors about great ice on Great Pond are filtering through, so that will … Continue reading →

It was very clear this morning even before the eyes were opened that the predicted southwesterly gale had made landfall. The house was shaking and the trees were a’hum. Hard to get motivated for one more day on the ice … Continue reading →

Lots of boats spent a second marvelous day threading the golden needles of Megunicook, the Queen of intimate iceboat sailing. Think of it as short track iceboating: every tack is along shore, around a point, or many quick ones in … Continue reading →

Not sure if the butler brought out the champagne today, but we here in snowbound Maine certainly raise a glass to toast the fine sailing today on Mecox Bay in Southampton. Warren Darrus with the Skeeter I C Fun, one … Continue reading →