Grumman 17 Canoe SCOUT 13 Apr 20 Photo Shoot

13 Apr 20:

Took our Grumman 17 Double End canoe SCOUT out to get photos for an upcoming article in Small Boats Magazine, May 2020. We needed photos of her being paddled solo, tandem and a few other shots. One thing we recently learned was that this design is self righting, we never thought about it but it makes sense when we considered the end comapartments are filled with closed cell foam blocks and the keel is stout, so weight, flotation and balance wise she wants to float upright.

Skipper steered us around for a bit, I did the solo act, then I jumped out for the self righting and swamping videos.

Here's one fuzzy shot that won't make the magazine cut, plus we are going so fast that we left the shot.

Once the article publishes we can post some of the photos that weren't used, Skipper did a masterful job of steering us around in light chop and a bit of a breeze.

Log of SCOUT.

Grumman 17 Canoe SCOUT 12 Apr 20 Rudder Adapter

12 Apr 20:

We printed up a real size photo of the rudder adapter for a Grumman canoe, then marked some measurements. The adapter is made from T-6 aluminum, with 2 gudgeons that take the 1/4 inch diameter pintle on the rudder. The adapter had a thin rubber pad underneath and attaches to the stern with a bolt through the stern cap bolt hole.

We used our pocket bevel to get the angle off of the stern cap, then marked that onto the pattern.

If anyone is geared up to make a piece like this, drop us a comment. Otherwise we might try making it from fiberglass and two Ronstan gudgeons.

Log of SCOUT.

Pelican Kayak CLARK and SACAGAWEA 12 Apr 20 Paddlefest

12 Apr 20:

The kayaks were jealous because SCOUT went out for a paddle, so we took them out for a half an hour. We were sore from paddling SCOUT the day before, so the kayakfest was more of a stretching exercise.

The kayaks are Pelican Premier Icons, 10 footers, they have held up well being stored against a tree in the back yard. Sit on top with adjustable foot rests, easy to get in and out of. Light weight, our lightest boats.

Log of CLARK and SACAGAWEA.

1965 Alcort Sunfish WAVE 11 Apr 20 Hawaii Numbers

11 Apr 20:

When we restored WAVE we sanded off all of the old paint and found gelcoat shadows where her Hawaii registration had been. We thought it would be a tribute to put the numbers back on, but in stealth mode.

HA 1988 B.

Log of WAVE.

Grumman Canoe SCOUT Outing 11 Apr 20

11 Apr 20:

Our Grumman 17 Double End canoe SCOUT went out for 30 minutes today, took us with it. After we got back I tried out paddling solo, with the stern end first, riding on the bow seat facing the stern. Balance was a lot better than going solo from the stern seat. Also tried kneeling just aft of amidships and rolling the canoe onto her chine a bit. Balance and control were great, but the knees probably wouldn't hold out too long.

File photoS of SCOUT.

SCOUT was originally olive drab. One of Jack's favorite boats.

Log of SCOUT.

Sunfish Shack Status 10 Apr 20 Full House

10 Apr 20:

(L-R) 2017 Penobscot 17 ST. JACQUES, 1963 wooden Alcort Sunfish CHIP, 1950s wooden Alcort Super Sailfish ZSA ZSA, 1981 AMF Sunfish MADISON, 1982 AMF Sunfish PHOENIX, 1965 Alcort Sunfish WAVE. Dollies by Dynamic Dollies and Racks, Covers by SLO Sail and Canvas, except Skipper made the custom cover for ST. JACQUES. Shack design by Clark.

Sunfish Shack.

Alcort Sunfish ZIP 10 Apr 20 Hull Punctures

10 Apr 20:

Our Sunfish ZIP went for a ride in a storage container, I tied her up with dock line. My knot slipped and she got 2 hull punctures from banging on the swivel cam cleat of the Sunfish below her. So we put her on the Work Dolly and towed her to the Carriage House, where we will repair the holes in her 3/8th inch plywood. WINNIE will supervise.

Log of ZIP.

1974 Catalina 22 GOSHAWK Summer 1994 Naval Air Station Corpus Christi TX Marina

10 Apr 20:

From the 1994 files, just back from a day sail on Corpus Christi Bay with our 1974 Catalina 22 GOSHAWK, got buzzed by dolphins. GOSHAWK was a fun boat, swing keel, pop top, plenty of room for 4 people, nice cabin with setee. Comfortable to sail and easy to work the rig.

The pop top was versatile, the cabin hatch could slide forward or the entire section could swivel up and froward on 4 arms, which created enough head room to stand in the cabin. (Sailing Texas image below).

We sailed GOSHAWK from the Navy marina for a while, to and from downtown Corpus and out to Mustang Island. Then we trailer-sailed her for a bit, played around in the Intercoastal and raided Snoopy's on Padre Island a time or two. Also launched from the downtown L-Head.

American 14.6 Sailboat Summer 1997 Puget Sound

10 April 20:

Another photo from the files, rigging an American 14.6 sailboat at the Navy Yacht Club at Naval Station Everett in Everett, Washington. Capn Jack was the photog, all 3 of us turned a trick on the tiller out on Puget Sound. Fun little boat.

From the americansail.com website

The American 14.6 is definitely one of the best small sailboats you can find. She is designed for the beginning sailor or those who are seeking a large, stable sloop that offers hassle-free sailing. This sturdy, deep-cockpit daysailer features a 6-foot 2-inch beam, fiberglass kick-up rudder, weighted fiberglass centerboard, and a large built-in storage compartment under the deck. The large cockpit offers room for four adults with generous freeboard, comfortable seats and backrest, and includes locations for drink coolers or a battery box at the end of the seats. The American 14.6 is also equipped with an advanced rudder system that can be raised or lowered from the cockpit and is designed to kick-up and spring down as necessary. The main and jib contain 112 square feet of Dacron sail which - combined with the wide beam, hard chine, and flat bottom hull - performs well in light breezes or a stiff wind. The wide flat bottom hull shape also allows for minimal draft with the board up, approx 4-6".

Other standard features include color-coded main and jib lines, simple up and down colored lines for centerboard control, and a tabernacle mast allowing for quick stepping and easy retrieval at the end of the day. Also included are motor mount bracket, hatch door for forward storage complartment, and a topping lift system.

This boat is constructed of hand-laid fiberglass with closed cell floatation and non-skid flooring in the cockpit. Anodized spars and Harken blocks among other quality parts assure years of maintenance free use for the new owner. The 700 lb. rated galvanized trailer, which includes a mast stanchion and winch, can easily be pulled behind today's smaller cars. Price package includes boat, sails, and galvanized trailer ready for a day on the water.

The American 14.6 is recognized as an extremely stable, roomy, dry, daysailer providing fun for all ages and we know you and your family will enjoy sailing this fantastic daysailer.

1971 O'Day Day Sailer II CYANE Spring 1994 Ramp Launch

10 Apr 20:

Spring of 1994, playing with Capn Jack's first O'Day Day Sailer II CYANE, hull number 5709. Skipper has always been the Dock Commander and Dock Wench, she is a pro at handling lines and keeping the boats calm at the ramp. Capn Jack dropped the centerboard, shipped the rudder, raised the main and loosed the jib. They were quite the team, poetry in motion, unspoken efficiency demonstrated by two old salts.

Log of CYANE (Second Edition).