Author Archives: billbuchholz

Here’s some late breaking news from Commodore T at the NEIYA: For those of you who have an interest in classic yachts of all types be sure to check out the WoodenBoat Show at Mystic Seaport from June 27-29. There … Continue reading →

The last racing I can remember on Lake Chickawaukee was a couple of years ago when Andre Beby and a gaggle of Canadian buddies came to visit. We offered the usual cones for marks, but they suggested we use theirs … Continue reading →

The death of an old man is not a tragedy. It’s just the final act in a life we hope was well lived. He tries to tidy up before he goes, organizing his papers and disposing of things which he’d … Continue reading →

Taking the cue from the NEIYA on posting a bit of history now and again, here are some interesting tidbits clipped from the Grand Traverse Ice Yacht Club: 1896: Kingston Ice Yacht Club forms in Ontario, Canada. The active members’ … Continue reading →

According to Paul Zucco, iceboats have been featured on the cover of WoodenBoat magazine six times since it’s founding. A little research into the long row on the top shelf confirmed this, and Doug Raymond was kind enough to throw … Continue reading →