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Issue #169
March 2017

ELECTRIC MOTORS

CRUISING CHANNEL ISLANDS

NEW DINGHY DOCK AT FISHERMANS VILLAFGE

COPPER POLLUTION UPDATE

TONS MORE...

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 FROM THE EDITOR

The Mariner is
CIRCLE OF LIFE
Editor/Publisher
Pat Reynolds Avi sold his 40-foot Beneteau for $90,000. The buyers got it for a song, it was worth far more. He took
the money and handed it out in small portions to people on the street for over 6-months until it was gone.
Columnists During the rest of the day he worked on hollowing out a log that he would affix with a small mast and
Richard Schaefer boomone day, he would sit in it and sail south. He would stop wherever he wanted and maybe throw
Stovall the log away if he liked where he landed.
Dave Kirby
He didnt get the chancea medium sized storm forced him to separate from his vessel and left him
floating for dayshypothermia set in and he drifted off to sleepa peaceful tranquil death inside the
For advertising rates and
womb of the world.
Information contact
310-397-1887 I will have no story to tell, he said aloud as he drifted. He didnt seem sad or afraid. My story will be
email told for me.
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They found him on a beach in Central Americatwo brothers chasing each other on a remote coastline.
Mailing address They were in shock when they saw the bloated beast rocking back and forth like a beached alien.
P.O. Box 9403
Marina del Rey, CA 90295 One of the kids couldnt resist and checked the mans pockets. He pulled out $3,000 in cash. The boys
brought the money home and it changed everything for the impoverished family. It tipped the scales and
they were suddenly free. The father invested in himself and they all rose from the rubble.
The Mariner appears on the last
Friday of every month.
The log washed up some days later but no one found it. It became driftwood. It sank into the ground to
serve some other purposejust like Avi.
This issue
February 24 - March 31 Thanks for picking it up!

For anyone keeping score, I dont think I ever ran the cover
shot but Im not entirely sure...

Important WHATS INSIDE

Numbers Coming Events

O the Wire
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6
at a glance:
Cruising Channel Islands 8
Interview With Cruising Guide Author Brian Fagan
n Marina del Rey Going lectric By David Stovall 10
Whats Happening With Electric Motors?
Sheriff:
Dinghy Dock Opens at Fishermans Village 12
310-482-6000 Long Awaited Dinghy Dock Opens in the heart of the Marina
n Los Angeles County Walkin Around, Doing the Right Thing 17
Lifeguard: Dock Walkers

310-577-5700 Local Currents by Richard Schaefer 18

Boating With Kids
n Vessel Assist:
O the Record 20
800-399-1921 Copper Update and Charter Update
n Marine Life Rescue Racing - Intro to Yacht Racing by Greg Rutter 22
800-39WHALE Tip of the Month - Wood 24

Cover photo - Champ of Champs According to Dave - Preparing for the Season 24
by Pat Reynolds
Classied Section 25
Photo by Pat Reynolds

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 Coming Events!
Whats Happening Around Americas Largest Recreational Harbor and Catalina Island Too!
March 8
Sunset Series Races Seminar
Join fellow boaters for the first Sunset Series
Racing Seminar. All Sunset Series racers,
including those in the Cruising Division, will
be required to have up to date PHRF ratings
in order to register for the regatta. The Sunset
Series races, sponsored by the California Yacht
Club of Marina del Rey, begin April 19 and
continue every Wednesday at 6 p.m. through
September 6. This seminar is an opportunity to
better understand PHRF (Performance Handicap
Racing Fleet), PHRF is a National organization
and Robert Plant, Chief Handicapper of PHRF
Southern California division will be a guest
speaker at the March 8th seminar. Robert will
be joined by Jamie Myer, PHRF representative
from Area B (Marina del Ret/King Harbor)
and Bill Stump, Staff Commodore, California
Yacht Cub. Unravel the mystery of the ever
important number, the PHRF handicap rating
for your boat. Learn how it is determined and
how different equipment changes on your boat
might affect it. California Yacht Club - 4469
Admiralty Way Marina del Rey, CA 90292
310.823.4567
March 11
Marina del Rey Outrigger Canoe
Club Novice Women Orientation
Come try this exciting team water sport at
Mothers Beach, Palawan Way (south of
Admiralty), Marina del Rey. Newcomers are
welcome; Saturdays beginning March 11,
7:30 a.m.; Mon. & Wed., 5:30 p.m. For more
information, email info@marinaoutrigger.org or
visit www.marinaoutrigger.org.
March 12
Marina del Rey Outrigger Canoe
Club Novice Men Orientation
Come try this exciting team water sport at
Mothers Beach, Palawan Way (south of
Admiralty), Marina del Rey. Newcomers
are welcome; Sundays beginning March 12,
7:30 a.m.; Tue. & Thu., 5:30 p.m. For more
information, phone Cal at (310)902-8096,
email info@marinaoutrigger.org, or visit www.
marinaoutrigger.org.
March 18
7th Annual Maintenance Event
Once again, one of the hottest tickets of the
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year for boaters is back! As boaters, we all
have to figure out all the systems involved and
the annual Maintenance Event is a Godsend.
Riggers, Canvas Repair, engine firms,
plumbing, welding shops, boat surveyors and
all kinds of other experts will be on hand plau a
hot lunch and all kinds of other fun stuff. Dont
miss it! Hosted by Windward Yacht Center/C.C
Marine/S & K Dive Service 9 a.m. to 3p.m. @
Windward Yacht Center, 13645 Fiji Way, MDR,
90292. www.annualyachtmaintenance.com
March 19
Intro to Yacht Racing
The program includes a full day of training,
including safety, terminology and equipment,
as well as on-water experience. Sponsored by
South Bay Yacht Racing Club and hosted by Del
Rey YC, the event is a must for those looking to
take part in the yacht racing scene. All racing
skippers are encouraged to take on one new
person for the season! For info contact Greg
Rutter at grrutter@gmail.com.
March 25
Become a Dockwalker!
To become a Dockwalker volunteer, please
contact Victoria Gambale at (213) 620-2271,
vgambale@santamonicabay.org, or visit
www.santamonicabay.org. Training is free.
Registration is required. Marinas, yacht club
staff and members are encouraged to attend
trainings. 10 a.m,-12:45 p.m. Burton Chase Park
13650 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, CA
90292. See more on page 17.
March 26
Paul Miller Memorial
There will be a memorial gathering to pay
respects to the late Captain Paul Miller who
sadly crossed the bar this past month. Miller,
who ran the California Sailing Academy for
decades here in Marina del Rey touched so
many along the way. There will be a slide show,
a video presentation, speakers, refreshments
and lots of stories of this down-home southern
sailor who was universally loved and respected.
The memorial will take place at Santa Monica
Windjammers Yacht Club at 2 p.m. The address
is 13589 Mindanao Way, Marina Del Rey, CA
90292.
March 29
CYC Yachting Dinner
Want to Learn About the LA2024
Olympic and Paralympic Bid?
Join fellow sports enthusiasts and Olympic
fans, Wednesday, March 29, at the California
Yacht Club as LA2024 Director of Marketing,
Matt Rohmer, shares the latest updates on
the bid process, the proposed venues plan,
key milestones in the bidding process, and
community events supporting the LA2024 bid.
Dont miss this exciting opportunity to hear
about efforts to bring the Olympics back to
Los Angeles! No-Host Cocktails 6:15 p.m.
Buffet 7:00 p.m., followed by presentation.
$26.00 includes dinner, tax, service, and
parking. Reservations required: reservations@
calyachtclub.net. Open to all who enjoy yachting
and adventure, as a public service of CYC.
California Yacht Club - 4469 Admiralty Way
Marina del Rey, CA 90292 310.823.4567
April 1
Open house for the Kids (Keiki)
Outrigger Canoe Program
Young people ages 8-13 are invited to Mothers
Beach, Palawan Way (south of Admiralty),
Marina del Rey for an introduction to Hawaiian-
style outrigger canoe racing. The low-cost
annual summer program offers kids a chance
to compete and to learn about an ocean sport
through history, culture, and teamwork. 11:30
a.m.-1:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Marina del Rey
Outrigger Canoe Club. For more information,
email info@marinaoutrigger.org or visit www.
marinaoutrigger.org.
April 1
Open house for the Kids (Keiki)
Outrigger Canoe Program
Young people ages 8-13 are invited to Mothers
Beach, Palawan Way (south of Admiralty),
Marina del Rey for an introduction to Hawaiian-
style outrigger canoe racing April 1, 11:30 a.m.-
1:30 p.m. The low-cost annual summer program
offers kids a chance to compete and to learn
about an ocean sport through history, culture,
and teamwork. Sponsored by the Marina del Rey
Outrigger Canoe Club. For more information,
email info@marinaoutrigger.org or visit www.
marinaoutrigger.org.
April 13
Weekend Navigator Course
The goal of this class is to teach boaters the
basics of coastal navigation both with and
without the use of GPS. We focus on navigation
in local waters and safely getting to and from
Catalina Island. Its a 10-week class that goes
through June. It takes place at the Del Rey Yacht
Club 13900 Palawan Way Marina Del Rey, CA
90292. Course cost is $85, and is taught by the
Coast Guard Auxiliary. For more information
contact Allen Bakalyar abakalyar@socal.
rr.com (310) 720-9911
Ongoing
Marina del Rey
Outrigger Canoe Club
Come try this exciting team water sport,
beginning March 11-12, at Mothers Beach,
Palawan Way (south of Admiralty), Marina
del Rey. Newcomers are welcome; women
practice Mondays & Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m.,
and Saturdays at 7:30 a.m. Men practice
Tuesdays and Thursday, 5:30 p.m.; and
Sundays, 7:30 a.m. For more information,
email info@marinaoutrigger.org or visit www.
marinaoutrigger.org.
Tropical Rock
Every Wednesday 6:00 -9:00 p.m. at The
Warehouse Restaurant Unkle Monkey duo
performs island music and pop/rock on guitar,
ukulele, congas, and steel drum. Voted one
of the Top 3 Bands on the Westside by The
Argonaut two years in a row. They are a boater
friendly band and will take all your Jimmy
Buffett requests! Happy Hour 4:00 -7:00 p.m.
4499 Admiralty Way Marina Del Rey
Santa Monica
Windjammers Yacht Club
We invite members, guests, and prospective
members to join us for cocktails, food, live
music, dancing and fun on Sunday afternoons
from 4:00 to 7:00 (food served at 5:00). No
reservations needed. This is a great way to end
your day on the water, or just to wind down
from the weekend. Live jazz or classic rock
bands are here for entertainment. We are located
at 13589 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, CA
90292, (310) 827-7692. Please visit our website
at www.smwyc.org for activities, membership
details, racing, events, directions, and more.
Womens Sailing Association of
Santa Monica Bay
Meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at the
Santa Monica Windjammers Yacht Club, 13589
Mindanao Way, in Marina del Rey. The meeting,
held at 7:30, is preceded by a social hour, and
a light dinner is served. Each meeting features
a guest speaker discussing their adventures
and achievements. WSA invites boaters of all
skill levels to join. Its programs, include day
sails, seminars, parties, and cruises including
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destinations such as King Harbor, Catalina and
YACHT
the northern Channel Islands, For membership
information contact email membership@
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Marina Sunday Sailing Club
Since 1981 MSSC has brought together skippers
and crew in a friendly social environment for Captain
daysails in Santa Monica Bay and cruises
to Catalina and other destinations. We meet Jeffry Matzdorff
onthe2ndand4thSundayofeachmonthon the U.S.C.G Licensed 100 Ton Master
patio at Burton Chace park under the Club
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Catalinas of Santa Monica Bay
Owners of Catalina yachts join us for our
monthly meetings at the Del Rey Yacht Club on
Palawan Way. The meetings have been changed
to the 4th Tuesday of each month. We would
like to welcome Catalina owners to join our
club. We have speakers, cruises to Catalina,
races and other events throughout he year. Our
doors open at 6:00 for happy hour and then
dinner around 7 to 7:30 and our main event
after that. Join the fun and meet other owners of
Catalinas. For more info email Jeanne Cronin at
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a fun day of sailing. We meet on the first and
third Thursdays of each month with a day-sail
the following weekend weather and skippers
permitting. The meetings are held inside Pacific DAMIAN CANVAS
Mariners Yacht Club. There is a $7.00 charge to
attend. PMYC is located at 13915 Panay Way, WORKS
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Grass Roots Maintenance Event Happening in 35th Americas Cup

Marina del Rey on March 18 Now Within Sight
Originally conceived of as a low key customer appreciation/do it yourself gathering designed to
introduce Windward Yacht Centers customers to their regular vendors and sub-contractors, has now
turned into one of the more anticipated events on the annual calendar. It has that true grass roots
story of beginning as one thing and morphing into something else in the most natural and organic
way.

The event has now developed into more of a show for all aspects of yacht repair, said Simon Landt, Only a short time remain until the start of the
General Manager of Windward. We have seminars on various subjects from antifouling paints to what some consider the greatest race on water,
tying knots, installing marine batteries to local cruising guides. the Americas Cup. In a couple of months the
35th will be held in Bermuda - from May 26 to
Landt expects up to 35 booths this year with vendors of all types; riggers, canvas repair, engine June 27.
firms, plumbing, welding shops, boat surveyors and so on. Its a chance to get to talk to the boat
repair professionals from the Marina del Rey area. Organizers are saying that races in past
Americas Cup events took hours but now, on
Lunch will be served between 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and there will also be a raffle with prizes donated the ultra fast foiling catamarans, will be played
by the vendors. As an indication of the events continual growth, this year there is also an in-water out in around 22 minutes.
event showcasing brokerage boats which will be at saddled up to the nearby docks.
Incredibly the boats will perform at least the
For any local companies that wish to participate, booths may still be available. Contact Simon Landt same number of maneuvers within this time,
310-823-4581 ext 15, Carl Meentzen 310-823-4821 or Paul Skipper 310-822-8349 or simon@ meaning this new format will place a premium
windwardyachtcenter.com on crew fitness and making accurate tactical
decisions within this much more limited
Event runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Windward Yacht Center, 13645 Fiji Way, MDR, 90292. www. time frame, said Russell Coutts, CEO of the
annualyachtmaintenance.com Americas Cup.

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which is going to produce fast moving racing
for everyone watching at the venue, as well as
the millions of people watching on TV and on
the internet.
Happy Holidays From the Team at Dirty Yachts!
In the American camp, Team Oracle has
unveiled the boat they will use to compete in the
big match. They recently held a ceremony at its
team base to reveal 17, the foiling catamaran
the team will race this summer in Bermuda.

This is the boat were racing to win the

Americas Cup, said skipper Jimmy Spithill,
addressing a crowd of family, friends, team
partners and dignitaries.

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Boating Advocacy Organization Calls on Boaters to Act on Fuel Issue

ALEXANDRIA VA, Boat Owners Association of The United States
(BoatUS) is asking its more than half-million membersand any
recreational boat owner concerned with having a safe fuel supplyto
petition the Trump administration and Congress to reform the ethanol
mandate, also known as the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS).
Boaters must act now to get a fix to ethanol policy rolling in the new
year, said Government Affairs Manager David Kennedy. Our members
[and all boaters] have an important role in this process and were counting
on them to make their voices heard.
Gasoline with more than 10 percent ethanol has been shown to
damage boat engines.
A study by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory conclusively
demonstrated that E15 (15 percent ethanol) damages boat engines.
You could put the wrong fuel in your boat.
While gas blends greater than 10 percent ethanol are prohibited for use
in recreational boats under federal law, a 2016 Harris Poll found that 64
percent of consumers were not sure or did not pay attention to the type of
gas they used. As the RFS forces E15 and higher blends into the market,
the chance of misfueling will increase. Pumps dispensing blends greater
than 10 percent ethanol are only required to display a small orange
warning sticker.
Higher ethanol blends are becoming more common.
E15 and higher ethanol blends can now be found in at least 23 states,
often at the very same roadside gas station pumps dispensing E10 fuel.
Boaters have to be extra vigilant to prevent misfueling.
You could face big repair bills
Eighty Seven percent of readers of a prominent boating industry
publication reported engine damage caused by ethanol when E10 was
used. Higher ethanol blends such as 15, 20 and even up to 85 percent
ethanol, will cause even more damage to boat engines.
Can you count on your engine when you need it?
Boat engines that are unreliable due to ethanol fuel issues are a safety
concern for every boater.
Gas without any ethanol (E0) is becoming harder to nd. The RFS
artificially limits its supply of ethanol-free (E0), a fuel that many boat
owners prefer to protect their engine and ensure trouble-free operation.

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 Cruising Channel Islands
Interview with
As spring arrives, many of us have set goals
for the boating season and cruising Channel
Islands is on lots of peoples lists. With that in
mind, we dug up this interview with Brian Fagan
talking about the Channel Islands and sailing in
general. Fagan is an absolute encyclopedia of
knowledge when it comes to cruising the waters
of California, especially the Channel Islands.
His book, Cruising Guide to California Channel
Islands is still regarded as a bible for many
a cruiser. We dont reprint all that many stories
but this one is worth revisiting.
Not only have you extensively cruised the
Southern California, Northern Mexican
waters extensively, youve written a book
about it that still remains one of the
most well-respected books written on the
subject. That said, what spots, of the ones
youve covered in The Cruising Guide to
Central and Southern California, are your
personal favorites?
Without question, my two favorites are the north
coast of Santa Cruz Island with its many nice
anchorages and the San Francisco Bay area,
where the quality of sailing is unrivaled. At Santa
Cruz, you have to anchor and its like a 19th-
century world. No buoys to secure to and you
are on your own and have to make judgments
about where to anchor. Sailing through the
Golden Gate and under the Bridge is one of the
great cruising experiences. And the summer
sailing there is boisterous and wonderful.
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Cruising Guide Author Brian Fagan
Where are some cruising spots in
Southern California that you consider well
kept secrets?
There are few well kept secrets left in Central
and Southern California waters, especially south
of Point Mugu, where the marine environment
is largely artificial these days. I can find you
a nice anchorage at the Channel Islands with no
one in it over any summer long weekendbut
Im keeping my mouth shut! My advice: take
advantage of the fact that most people go to the
same old places--a mistake!
In your experience, is Point Conception,
the Cape Horn of the West Coast as some
have suggested?
Point Conception has been the subject of almost
more bar talk than any other headland in the
United States. Yes, the winds can blow strongly
there and it can be a nasty place, but, if you time
your passage north and south and travel north at
night, you should have no trouble. Like so much
else, its a matter of common sense, careful
timing, and judgment when on passage. And
please...ignore the bar talk! Youll probabky
find that most of those holding forth have never
been there!
Do you think technology has made cruising
generally safer?
Yes, technology has made sailing safer in
the sense that you can push a button and find
out where you are. But I worry about a whole
generation of people at sea, who have never
used a Dead Reckoning or even taken a bearing.
What happens if your batteries die or your
electronics take a day off? Frankly, and I am
conservative here and West Marine may hate me
for it, but I thank a lot of the electronic goodies
we now consider essential are unnecessary.
Whats wrong with a chart, a compass, a bearing
compass and a pencil and parallel rulers? They
make for far more entertaining and challenging
passage making--but you have to realize that I
am old fashioned!
Do you think most Southern California
boaters know enough about how to properly
anchor their boat?
Anchoring is an art, not a matter of technology
alone, much as the technology obsessed
among us would like you to believe. Yes,
many Southern California sailors have never
anchored, or rarely done so, living as they do
in a marina environment, or with moorings at
Catalina. Anchoring is a matter of experience
and practice, of digging your anchor in securely
and laying out plenty of scope, as well as
choosing the right place. If youre doubtful
about your anchoring skills, recruit a crew and
spend several weekends practicing again and
again. Then go to the Channel Islands, and I
guarantee that youll be fine.
Have you cruised near San Nicolas and/or San
Clemente Islands? If so, is it an interesting
place to visit even though you cant land?

For most people, I dont think that San Nicolas

and San Clemente are worth the long passages to
and from the mainland. The fun of the Channel
Islands is exploration both at sea and on land
and you can do that at other islands. Having said
this, they are certainly worth seeing.

What have you found most gratifying about

cruising these waters?

The predictable summer weather and the

afternoon trades. Ive had more perfect
sailing days and wonderful passages here than
anywhere else in the world. We are lucky to
have such a perfect cruising ground so close.

What boating highlight will stay with

you forever?

Making landfall on the British Virgin

Islands from Europe within a 1/4 mile of our
destinationa rock 38 feet high with a light,
WITHOUT using GPSsextant only. That and
sailing from England to Finland and back, again
without electronics.

What skill or piece of knowledge do you wish

you learned far earlier than you did?

Patiencepatience to go with the flow and to

accept that good seamanship means waiting for
the right conditions. To my mind, it is not fund
to pound your way to windward when you can
avoid it. I think such patience comes with age
and experience.

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U
ntil recently, boaters with engine components
showing signs of future failure through corrosion
and general wear and tear were faced with
basically two costly choices: either purchase and
install new parts for the old power plant or trade
it in for a newer (and more expensive) engine.
However, in the past few years an alternative to the
internal combustion option has become not only
practical, but also affordable to the average boat owner. Just as hybrid and
electric propulsion for automobiles has gradually made its way into the
mainstream through the exponential improvements in motor and battery
system technologies, widespread use of electric marine propulsion is right
around the corner.
If youre a boater who keeps up on the latest technologies in the boating
mags, you know that electric propulsion for boats isnt exactly new. The
first-ever large-scale use of electricity in motorboating began at the 1893
Chicago Worlds Fair, where 55 electric launches were used to ferry
attendees. Six years later, inventor Thomas Edison built an electric boat
prototype. Most submarines have been electric powered, either as hybrids
using diesels, or totally electric, for decades. Electric power has the
advantages of being clean, virtually silent, highly reliable and much less
expensive to operate and maintain over internal combustion power plants.
Because it is silent, renewable and clean, electric power pairs itself well
with sailboats and sailing. An electric drivetrain has no stinking gas or
diesel odor, requires no messy fluid changes, and has far less moving parts
to fail like impellers, fuel pumps, injectors, and recirculating systems.
Plus, the bilges stay spotless.
Electric propulsion systems can charge through solar, wind, generators,
hybrid diesels, or even through the sailing motion of the boat spinning
10 The Mariner - Issue 169 2017
Going Lectric
By David Stovall
the propellera sort of regenerative charging that is found in hybrid cars.
With batteries, the total system weighs about the same as the diesel its
replacing including full tanks. Unlike diesel fuel tanks, the batteries can
be located nearly anywhere that is practical and can be used in place of
lead ballast.
As mentioned earlier, inboard electric boat motors have been around
for over 100 years but outboards have taken a bit longer to develop for
practical use. There are currently several electric outboards on the market
but one stands out for its overall functionality and design features: the
Torqueedo, made in Germany.
Three great characteristics of the Torqeedo are its weight, its green factor
and its silence. Coming in at around 25-pounds and fully detachable the
Torqeedo 3 HP [model name 1003 S] is very easy to take on and off the
boat, then store or travel with. Its nice to not have to worry about leakage
in the car or deal with the smells that most outboards emit. This motor is
as clean as a countertop and easily dismantles, so traveling with it is a non-
issue. Gone are the days of locking the outboard up and worrying about
theft or straining your back bending over the transom to yank it out of the
water, not to mention the walk up to the car.
Those who spent most of their lives with 2-stroke outboards will find it
quite nice to look down into the water and see no leakage coming from
the outboard. Of course since the advent of 4-strokes, this isnt as much an
issue, but the added bonus is that the electric puts you in the zero carbon
footprint territory.
One of the elements of sailing Ive always loved is that it is a non-
polluting affair, said American Sailing Association founder Lenny
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 Dinghy Dock
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Photo by Pat Reynolds

O
h Halleluiah, the day has finally comeFishermans Village officially has a dinghy dock for local boaters to come, dock and
enjoy the restaurants and shops the little tourist pocket has to offer. For years and years, the boating community has privately
and publicly bemoaned the fact that there were zero dinghy docks in the countrys largest man made marina. Other marinas
have them as a matter of course but here in Los Angeles, with seaside restaurants all around, there were none. Then, when
Killer Shrimp replaced Marina Harbor Restaurant in E basin a few years back, they set up a dinghy dock and there was
one. Somehow, one was almost worse then none because it begged the question, why cant we have these things all over?
Baby steps

Alas, it has just been announced that there is now 150-feet of dock space reserved expressly for Marina del Rey boaters in what was once the old
fuel dock. The marina-facing side of the dock is reserved for charter companies who will share the space, but the side thats nearest the seawall is for
dinghys under 12-feet. Will some grumble that 14-feet is a better size limitation as it is at Catalina Island? Yes, but let us count our blessings and
remember that it was years ago that Fishermans Village owner Michale Pachie announced on record that docks would be part of the seascape sooner
than later.

We are going to implement dinghy docks within the next 45-90 days, maximum, said Michael Pichaie in 2014. It will be done. Its something thats
been recommended by many peopleits absolutely necessary and we are going to do that.

Well, that didnt happen but let us not dwell in the negativethe fact is, El Torito margaritas or weekend live music or vanilla ice cream cones are now
a short dinghy ride away. The doors are open from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. so make sure to gobble down that last fajita before 11. Theres also a four-hour limit
but sheriffs arent looking to enforce rules like that unless its depriving others from an opportunity.

Authorities are requesting that dinghy skippers do park on the sea wall side of the dock so as not to interfere with the professional charter companies
that will be operating. This is importantlocal boaters waited a long time for a centrally located dinghy docklets not blow it with selfish oblivious
behavior. Thats not directed at you, unless you think it isbased on some past indiscretion...you know who you are! Sea wall!

We would really appreciate that dinghies stay on the sea wall side, said Public Information Officer Nicole Mooradian. And we hope people clean up
after themselves and be respectful to their fellow boaters.

So there it is. The long awaited Fishermans Village dinghy dock is officially in operation. Three years after a promise made but hey, whos keeping
track? Soon there will be another where the new West Marine is slated to be built and that will make three. Still not many based on the size of the marina
but were on the right track.

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 WALKIN AROUND DOING THE RIGHT THING
LOS ANGELES - The statewide Dockwalker program continues its Victoria Gambale, TBFs Water Quality Programs Manager. Dockwalkers
multi-year boater-education efforts with the goal of improving the quality are out on the water, in harbors, and at local events connecting to the
of harbor and inland waters. boating community and sharing clean boating tips and resources.

The program is offering four free local Dockwalker workshops now
through April to train volunteers to promote and educate boaters on
environmentally-sound boating practices in Southern California.
The workshops are provided by The Bay Foundation (TBF), California
State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways, and California Coastal
Commissions Boating Clean and Green Program, in partnership
with the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, the US Power Squadron, and other
boating organizations.
Dockwalking has proven to be an impactful way to interact with boaters
to keep Californias marinas, waterways, and the ocean clean. Volunteers
conduct face-to-face boater education and distribute boater kits, which
provide educational resources and pollution prevention tools.
Since 2000, when the statewide Dockwalker program launched,
over 100,000 boaters have been educated about clean boating practices by
the actions of this committed force.
Part of why the Dockwalker program is successful is its a fun way to
engage with other boaters and further develop community ties, said
Items that Dockwalkers will share with boaters this year include a tide
calendar and a fuel bib.A fuel bib is a pollution prevention tool that is
placed around the nozzle of the pump and captures accidental gas spills
and leaks while fueling.
In addition to the tides, the tide calendar includes a marina guide with
a map of all harbors from Morro Bay to Coral Marina in Baja Mexico,
highlighting locations of sewage pumpouts, fuel docks, oil recycling,
absorbent pad distribution/collection, and bilge pumpouts. It also provides
sewage management tips, a list of boat-to-boat services, marine protected
area information, and more. This component augments the many tools
that TBFs Boater Education Program and its partners continue to create
for boaters, which includes the free downloadable Boaters Guide App
(iTunes) and printed version.
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 LO C AL CUR R E NTS
By Captain Richard Schaefer
Kiddin
Around
O
ver the years Ive taken many groups of children out
whale watching, to Catalina, day sailing and for sailing
instruction. These experiences have allowed me to make
many observations and come to a few conclusions.
First, the earlier the child gets on the water the better. A
young child has a certain awe and wonder of the water. If nurtured it tends
to grow and flourish. By the time kids are in their teens theyve had their
senses numbed by all the screens, buttons and wires in their lives. It takes
intense stimulation to wean them away from techno-land. Unfortunately,
the attractions of sailing are rather quiet and subtle - requiring skills takes
time, interest and patience to acquire. For most young people over 13,
anything less heart pounding than tubing or skiing behind a jet boat is
considered rather ho-hum.
Another important ingredient is a close bond between child and parent. In
my experience Ive found that public school kids are usually rather jaded
and too hip and cool to care by 12 or 13.
On the other hand, Ive noticed that most children who are home schooled
have a deeper relationship and respect for their parents. These kids seem
bright and interested in boating, and for that matter, life in general. They
actually enjoy being with their parents and other adults and are usually
eager to try new experiences without preconceived notions and negativity.
But regardless of your familys particular circumstances, allow a father
and an old sailor to make a few suggestions, and perhaps learn from my
experiencesall the while remembering that all experience (especially
mine) is largely made up of mistakes and even outright blundersit aint
all sunshine and rainbows.
Note: At first I planned on writing two lists, making each one age
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Photo by Pat Reynolds
appropriate. But as anyone with children knows, there is much transitional
overlapping in age groups and many kids enjoy things that arent always
age appropriate.
1. If youre not already an experienced sailor or power boater
take lessons. They will help you (and perhaps your spouse) to be more
comfortable and secure aboard a boat. Believe me, even a young child
can sense when mommy or daddy dont know what theyre doing.
Even usually calm and soft spoken parents can become ranting Captain
Blighs when things get a little dicey or uncomfortable. Knowledge and
experience smooths the rough spots and makes the new experience much
more enjoyable for allnot to mention safer.
2. If the children are young, maybe watch a few sailing movies like,
The Crimson Pirate, Treasure Island or Master and Commander. Steer
clear of films like Dead Calm or White Squall. If you dont , the little ones
are likely to go to bed clutching a flare gun and a lifejacket instead of their
teddy bear.
3. After the family is comfortable sailing or boating together invite your
childrens friends along. Kids love sharing the adventure and showing
their friends the ropes aboard ship or at the island.
4. If your kids are older and are already swimmers, divers, or fishermen
then a boat is a natural extension of those pursuits. Equip it for these
activities and dont mind when a little sand or fish bait gets on the deck,
but do make them clean up for themselves.
5. Do more than just day sail up to Santa Monica Pier and back. Kids
dont usually get into the kick back and relax thing. Polish your skills and
go over to the island or do some local racing if your kids are old enough. A
tight raceeven in 12 knots of windis exciting for most young people
and even for us old salty dogs.
6. Dont spend too much time on the water at first. Keep your sails
under two hours and try to work in an appropriate shore side activity
afterward; a walk on the beach or pier, a fun lunch, or maybe a concert in
the park.
island can add a new dimension to the familys cruising experience. Be
sure to take extra safety measures for the crew.
13. If your at the island, and the sky is clear, let the kids sleep under the
stars. In a dark cove youll see the heavens like never beforeshooting
stars, guaranteed...maybe even UFOs and aliens.

7. Make a game out of learning the language of boating. The colorful
vocabulary of seamanship has evolved over centuries into a very precise
and concise language with which to communicate commands on board.
Nothing irritates me more than to sail with a bunch of people, who should
know better, prattle about pulling that rope, steering to the right,
using the bathroom, or going up to the front of the boat. Makes my
flesh crawl just writing about it.
8. Take lots of photos and start a boating album. Yes, that means
actually getting hard copies from your digital camera.
9. Add dimension to the experience with kayaks, snorkeling and fishing
gear and a good dinghy.
10. BBQ at the island or at the dock. If the kids have caught fresh fish, all
the better.
11. Try and plan your island trip on weekends when there are fun
events at the island; tours at USC Marine Lab at Big Fisherman Cove,
nature hikes, a fun band at the West End or the Casino, a good movie at
the Casino (almost any movie looks good in the Casino), or a dinghy or
kayak race.
12. If you and your crew are experienced enough, a night passage to the
14. Simply trolling a line is an easy way to add a little excitement to a sail
for kids - locally or at the island. Sadly, the implementation of the MPAs
(Marine Protected Areas) make this kind of fishing a little more risky.
Parents of the fishing breed will need to stay current regarding closed
areas and regulations.
15. Slowly introduce, age appropriate, maintenance chores to the
children. By the time my kids were 10 they were handling nearly all the
preparation before and cleanup after a cruise or a sail. Being a generally
lazy person myself, this worked out well in my case. Besides, it leaves me
a lot of time for all the necessary masterminding a captain has to dolike
selecting the right bait or beer for the particular occasion at hand.
16. When the familys at the island, spend time with the kids fishing,
beach combing, snorkeling, kayaking, or just sitting on the beach, digging
your toes into the sand and sharing thoughts, and the moment, with your
children. Take it from me, those soft, golden vignettes of life dont come
along often enough, or last that long...Its all gone in a wink and a whisper.
Captain Richard Schaefer is a U.S.C.G. Licensed Master of Sailing
Vessels. He has skippered charters and deliveries, taught sailing and
seamanship, managed yachts and written for boating publications for
more than 30 years. He can be reached for comments, lessons, charters
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O N TH E R E COR D

COPPER UPDATE & THE CHARTER WORLD

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issue and strides were made towards
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regarding chartering.
Copper in the drink
Michael Tripp from the planning
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Beaches and Harbors has been the
point man in the ongoing copper
pollution situation and he went on record to
detail what is happening reminding those
who didnt know that their needs to be a 85%
reduction in copper that is supposedly coming
from boat hulls by 2024. One of the solutions,
its believed is to reduce the amount of boats
that use copper bottom paint by 85%.
Tripp spoke about the results of a recent toxicity
study that was completed in December 2016
that revealed things perhaps werent
quite as bad as expected.
It was a fairly positive result, said
Tripp. We expected to find a lot of
toxicity in the sediment, we did not
find that much and furthermore it
was a seasonal toxicity, which makes
us think there still could be things
coming in from the storm drains thats
causing the toxicity in the sediment.
None of the elements that are in the
TMDL [total maximum daily load
report] are actually causing that
sediment toxicity. We still have some
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causing what we have.
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a site specific objective study that may
indicate the characteristics of Marina del Rey
in particular may govern a different set of
qualifications for what is truly toxic. He said the
county is also working on getting a consultant
to prepare a contaminant sediment management
plan that would help them better understand the
specifics of the problem and now to possibly
mitigate it most effectively.
Were going to have a company look at our
sediment, figure out where its toxic, what
causing the toxicity and then develop a strategy.
Whether it be dredging the marina, which would
be a worst case scenario or dredging certain
spots or capping certain spotswere getting
ready to start this study right now.
Tripp said they are constantly looking at hull
paints that will achieve what most boaters
need and satisfy the environmental demands as
well. He acknowledged that non-copper paints
simply do not last nearly as long, saying that
they last about a year to 18-months compared
to three years of most copper paints. In that he
recognized the substantial coast increase the
shift would mean to the boating public.
Also, Mr. Tripp spoke about hull cleaning best
management practices, which he said is being
reviewed by upper management at the DBH
right now. This would involve any who are
involved in the hull cleaning trade to be certified
through a some sort of educational course.
We suspect that a decent amount of the copper
thats coming into the marina is from hulls
that arent cleaned properly. When someone is
overly aggressive while cleaning a hull it can
create a paint plume and that can release a lot
more copper into the harbor than needs to be.
And lastly, Tripp spoke about the grant that
has enabled the county to start a boat lift
pilot program that would allow (mostly)
powerboaters an in-slip boat lift at a discounted
rate that would keep some of the boats out of
the water.
The New and Improved Dock 55
Over the past year, issues regarding chartering
here in MdR seem to have really come to
a head. Legal charter companies have publicly
protested that illegal charterers have been
able to operate in impunity, while smaller
charter operators have openly complained
that becoming legal in MdR is hardly an
achievable task.
The matter has been addressed consistently at
the Small Craft Harbor meetings and this past
month a workable solution seems to be becoming
a reality. The old fuel dock that served as a place
to store derelict boats for the past few years
has now been refurbished and will be a shared
resource for entities that want to charter legally.
It was shaping up as a solution for month but
the matter of who would oversea it seemed to be
a bit of a dilemma. However, that problem has
been solved with Pacific Ocean Managements
commitment to run the area.
At this point were very close to consummating
the agreement with Pacific Ocean Management,
said Michael Rodriguez. Very sure that Dock
55 will be up and running by summer probably
sooner. I think this is definitely a good thing for
the marina and for the charter operators.
I was encouraged that everyone started out
by saying that this is what were going to start
with but were going to wind up evolving
into something else, said Small Craft Harbor
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RACING SCE N E

Learning to Race in the Perfect Setting

By Greg Rutter

Introduction to Yacht Racing (IYR) is the Marinas most extensive
outreach program, now in its 6th year. It will likely bring as many as 50
new racers into the sport, teaching them the basics of yacht racing and
providing them a way to get regular positions aboard racing boats. The
program includes a full day of training including safety, terminology and
equipment, as well as on-water experience. For those who want to be on
a team this year, IYR graduates will be introduced to racing skippers.
The event was born from a definite need - yacht clubs, racing organizations
and marine industry professionals all recognize that the sport of sailing
has had a rough time since the last recession. While total number of
participants has increased slightly since 2012, according to Sailing World
magazine, the number of core participants (sailing 8+ times a year) has
marginally decreased. With that particular statistic in mind, IYR provides
a crucial service to the racing community by bringing in people who
might not otherwise sail.
IYR solves three problems
First, it removes the yacht club members only barrier. Instead it creates
a welcoming atmosphere for new people who existed outside of the yacht
club universe. Early research by IYR organizers revealed that many
would-be racers turned away when they saw the Private Club sign out
front.
Second, the minimal cost of $20 (including lunch!) makes the experience
accessible to everyone. In addition, any proceeds from entry fees are
donated to the Santa Monica Sailing Foundation, which supports youth
sailing in the Santa Monica bay.
Third, the events organizers make a concerted effort to connect skippers
with new crew (crewbies), keeping in close contact with both groups to
ensure placement aboard.
The focus is on activity, not talk
The first thing attendees do upon arrival is learn to tie a bowline,
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Once the classroom topics are covered the class heads out to the docks
where 10 teaching boats are moored. Sport-boats, cruising and racing
boats are represented, all manned by active, experienced racers. Rotating
attendees among teaching boats will complete three teaching modules.
Every skipper evaluates each group, deciding what level of information to
give at that time. Overall, instructors work to make sure each student gets
a complete, understandable overview of racing boats and their equipment.
At lunchtime everyone reassembles to eat and rest, but teaching continues
with an explanation of a regulation start sequence, including the flags and
sounds they can expect to see and hear on the racecourse. A 5-minute
sequence is demonstrated, with a description of what racers would be
doing at that time.
After lunch, its back to the boats for on-water training. Participants are
assigned to boats to practice line handling, tacking and gibing, while
skippers give direct instruction while underway.
By mid-afternoon its time to race! Students receive a very simple set
of sailing instructions, which instructors explain to them. A rolling five-
minute sequence sends three classes around the main channel, (possibly
out around the detached breakwater) returning for a finish horn.
At the end of the day, students help put the boats away just as they would
if they were crewmembers. Reassembling in the clubhouse, the wrap-up
ends the formal session, but begins the good partputting new people
aboard. Any skipper looking for crew may arrive about 4 p.m. to meet
prospects. The event organizers have a list of skippers needing crew and
will match crewbies to them.
All in all, its always a fun day for everyone and one that pays benefits
to the sport. People who are 18 and older who want to try out racing for
the day may register at RegattaNetwork.com: www.regattanetwork.com/
clubmgmt/applet_registration_form.php?regatta_id=13956
The event will take place on March 19 and is sponsored by South Bay
Yacht Racing Club and hosted by Del Rey Yacht Club. All racing skippers
are encouraged to take on one new person for the season. Skippers looking
for crew may contact Greg Rutter at grrutter@gmail.com.

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 Tip of the Month! Accord ing to Dave
Handy nuggets of pocket sized
information to make your
Fishing report and (sometimes) sage advice
travels easier, safer or just a bit from master fisherman Dave Kirby
more enlightened
Filling your bags this time of the year can be a little tougher since we are limited
to less species. Right now whats legal to target is sand dabs, sculpin, calico
and trigger fish - all bottom fish here in Santa Monica Bay. Dont forget, the legal
limits are no more than two hooks on a dropper loop using strip Squid.

If you still havent made it out lobstering, you have a little time left - season closes
on March 22. This season has been strong but remember your limits - ten nets
per boat, seven lobster per angler. Hoop netting is your best bet because, with
all this rain, water visibility is poor for divers.

Wood Over at Catalina things have been quiet as far as the white seabass and yellowtail
but look for that to change when the squid boats start picking up on the back side
of the island.
What wood should I use to build small items
for my boat? If you have the time and inclination to head south and have a valid passport, take
a day and a half to Mexico.they are limiting on yellowtail and rockfish.
The marine environment is rough for any kind
of materials. When it gets to wood, be sure to Oh and be aware of weather patterns, you never know when things could get
use only adequate materials regardless if its considerably
plywood or lumber.
Until next time.............tight lines
Marine grade plywood is the only type
of plywood you should use. The sticker or
stamp on the sheet usually specifies the grade.
Sometimes you can even read approved by
Lloyd Register which assures the quality.
The Excelsior Yacht Group
Here are a few tips to recognize marine
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a while. If it delaminates, dont use it. Marine CAPT CHRIS SHEARMAN - RYA/MCA
plywood has usually more ply than construction S.A.M.S Accredited Marine Surveyor
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Regarding hardwood, tropical wood is more
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Wood species have specific strength, density,

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You could use a 2x4, but coat it completely with
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