Author Archives: billbuchholz

Humble as Fred was, he asked that no formal service be performed for him. With that in mind, the CIBC will hold an informal gathering to share Fred stories. This Friday, 1/19, from 4:00 to 6:00 at Bill’s Shop. 31 … Continue reading →

Check it out. Book now to avoid the rush: Think Ice Globally – Sail Mongolia! – iceboat.org iceboat.org

Thanks so much for the good company and fine sailing skills of Guillaume Bourdin and Nils Haëntjens, aka The French Guys, and Peter Boynton. Peter is getting to know his Whizz and is doing a great job of outfitting it … Continue reading →

Someday there will be a report here on a long shot that didn’t hit. Today isn’t that day. The reported shell had healed nicely, but the view from Goulds Landing out over the lake showed many layers of open water. … Continue reading →

This morning, long time CIBC and all around great guy Fred Wardwell died. Fred was a lifetime member of the club, which in Fred’s case, was an excellent investment. He was still sailing iceboats at 98, here, at Damariscotta lake … Continue reading →