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Megunticook Done, now for Damariscotta

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 →

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Sailing at The Hamptons

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 →

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Winnipesaukee Hard Way on Monday?

Lee Spiller plans to round up a scouting team on Sunday to check the lake for Hard Way possibilities. Skate sailors have been touring the lake recently and report pretty good conditions, with only one major reef.Refresh your memories on … Continue reading →

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Great Herring Pond 1/11

After nearly a month without sailing, the natives were getting restless; the snow and cold relentless. With no recovery in sight the only option was to hit the road. Wisconsin was looking very good, but since The Doc Fellows Regatta … Continue reading →

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Sailing on the Cape

A couple of snow bound Mainers will head for the Cape tomorrow to sail Great Herring Pond and Ashumet Pond Wednesday and Thursday. Anyone who wants to join in please call Bill at 207-975-6980. And if you need help trying … Continue reading →

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