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Forum: Our Community 07-10-2013, 07:06
Replies: 5
Views: 1,366
Posted By captjeanette
Re: Wounded Warrior Sailing Foundation

Hi! I used to live and sail in the Annapolis, MD area and belonged to an organization designed specifically to teach sailing to handicapped persons. The group is: C.R.A.B. (Chesapeake Region...
Forum: Families, Kids and Pets Afloat 23-06-2013, 19:33
Replies: 27
Views: 24,557
Posted By captjeanette
Re: Rust Stains on Fiberglass - Mildew on Cushions

I have had luck in using plain, white vinegar on mildew. Put it in a spray bottle and saturate the mildew. Use a soft brush to brush it in if necessary/desired. Leave the affected...
Forum: Cooking and Provisioning: Food & Drink 22-06-2013, 12:56
Replies: 22
Views: 2,977
Posted By captjeanette
Re: Storing large utensils?

I have mine hung on a hook (pair down to those you absolutely need). I threaded a piece of twine through holes in the handles and hung them on a hook. Another piece of twine tied horizontally around...
Forum: Classifieds Archive 19-06-2013, 07:35
Replies: 1
Views: 1,708
Posted By captjeanette
Grunert Refrigeration System

Used Grunert refrigeration system. Engine driven, cold plates for both refrigerator and freezer, compressor. Recently replaced with 110/12v system. Could be used for parts on another Grunert system....
Forum: Our Community 19-06-2013, 07:17
Replies: 4
Views: 1,210
Posted By captjeanette
Re: where to stay in annapolis, sept.

Hope you worked this out, but in case not, I can recommend staying in/around the Bowie, MD area off Rt. 50. Prices will be less and easy access to Rt. 50 which is the main route into Annapolis. I...
Forum: Fishing, Recreation & Fun 18-06-2013, 19:37
Replies: 724
Views: 140,894
Posted By captjeanette
Re: What is Your Favorite Quote?

I have several----the sailing ones are:

I would rather be on the boat with a drink on the rocks than in the drink with a boat on the rocks.

Boating is a recreation, sailing is a sport, that...
Forum: Our Community 02-03-2013, 08:52
Replies: 77
Views: 9,468
Posted By captjeanette
Re: New Sewing Group

Great idea! I'll join too! Been working in a local canvas shop for the past few months. Have recovered all the cushions on our boat, made a new duvet cover and made fitted sheets for the v-berth. ...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 02-03-2013, 08:43
Replies: 7
Views: 5,115
Posted By captjeanette
Re: SAIL SLUGS/ SAIL SLIDES

Hi! The answer of course is "it depends". In some cases a round sail slug will fit in your track but to be certain, I would ask the size of the slug in the sail you want to purchase and then make a...
Forum: Classifieds Archive 21-02-2013, 04:46
Replies: 4
For Sale: Main Sail
Views: 1,214
Posted By captjeanette
Main Sail

We recently changed our main for one with a new track system so have old main for sale. It is off a 43" Irwin sailboat. It is in decent shape with no tears or blow outs. I can get measurements if...
Forum: Meets & Greets 06-02-2013, 14:57
Replies: 91
Views: 22,199
Posted By captjeanette
Re: Sewing Machines

Sorry am late jumping into this. I work at a canvas shop in Jacksonville FL. We use the consew machines. You can buy a decent used one for $400-$600. Heavy duty, straight sewing. Maybe overkill for...
Forum: Families, Kids and Pets Afloat 06-02-2013, 14:31
Replies: 15
Views: 5,926
Posted By captjeanette
Re: ASA instructor who "gets" women?

I can recommend Pat Nolan at Sistership in Nanny Cay, Tortola, BVI. Have worked with her in the past. She is no push over but definitely 'gets' women. In fact she only teaches women and will only...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 31-12-2012, 09:38
Replies: 2
Views: 1,136
Posted By captjeanette
Re: HMS Bounty updates??

The Weather Channel has been showing the rescue by the Coast Guard on and off this month. If you're interested you should be able to watch it at some point.

CJ
Forum: Families, Kids and Pets Afloat 31-12-2012, 07:20
Replies: 84
Views: 29,218
Posted By captjeanette
Re: Things you wished you'd known before you went cruising

Good comment about meeting people cruising. I also found that other cruisers were not as friendly as I had heard. But it was a mixed bag--met some very nice folks in a few marinas as we cruised and...
Forum: Liveaboard's Forum 30-11-2012, 19:32
Replies: 84
Views: 31,578
Posted By captjeanette
Re: Using Boat as Home Address

I can see many problems with these regulations. What about kids getting their license for the first time? They probably won't have utility bills, credit cards, etc. Or how about people who share a...
Forum: Fishing, Recreation & Fun 15-11-2012, 13:13
Replies: 29
Views: 3,940
Posted By captjeanette
Re: Thanksgiving in St Mary's

I think we will try to join in as well. We are currently at Beach Marina in JAX but it would be a short sail up. Or actually we could drive if they take 'road cruisers'.

I have heard about this...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 07-11-2012, 10:18
Replies: 24
Views: 4,713
Posted By captjeanette
Re: Installing an electric fridge

Sumner: I checked out your web page--wow! you are quite the handyman!~ Nice retrofits on that endeavor! We have an Irwin 45s. Small galley but I am hoping that I can add a small box as a platform...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 07-11-2012, 10:15
Replies: 24
Views: 4,713
Posted By captjeanette
Re: Installing an electric fridge

Thanks everyone for all the ideas. We are lucky that we have a perfect spot for a new upright fridge as our marine model is already an upright. Takes up about 60" tall by 24" wide and 24" deep. ...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 07-11-2012, 07:30
Replies: 24
Views: 4,713
Posted By captjeanette
Re: Installing an electric fridge

belizesailor: yes, we have an engine driven compressor. I would ideally like one that could run on either a/c or d/c, but would settle for a/c and run it off the inverter. We currently bought a...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 07-11-2012, 05:33
Replies: 24
Views: 4,713
Posted By captjeanette
Installing an Electric Fridge

We are looking at replacing our refrigeration system with an electric fridge. Having to run the engine several times a day to keep the fridge cold just isn't an efficient way to handle this and I...
Forum: Classifieds Archive 03-11-2012, 04:53
Replies: 10
Views: 4,267
Posted By captjeanette
Re: Irwin 43 CC "PLAY DATE" Maryland $98000

Hi! We are currently in Florida after having spent last year in the Caribbean.
Best of luck with the sale! We are probably looking at selling ours in the not too distant future as we are both...
Forum: Classifieds Archive 30-10-2012, 08:38
Replies: 10
Views: 4,267
Posted By captjeanette
Re: Irwin 43 CC "PLAY DATE" Maryland $98000

Hi! We have a similar (almost identical) Irwin 43. Did you sell yours? Just curious. Thanks.

CJ
Forum: Crew Archives 30-10-2012, 08:10
Replies: 16
Views: 2,475
Posted By captjeanette
Re: Host a Scientific Expedition!

Hi! Hope you find what you are looking for. We just spent 5 months in St. Maarten and suggest you contact Mike at Shrimpy's Laundry. Mike runs a cruisers forum every morning except Sunday and he...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 16-10-2012, 10:40
Replies: 3
Views: 1,086
Posted By captjeanette
Re: Chesapeake Bay Schooner Race

OK, back from the race. We left Baltimore last Thursday morning heading to the start line just south of the Bay Bridge. Gun went off at 1:00 and everyone sat there floating around with no wind. ...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 10-10-2012, 08:09
Replies: 3
Views: 1,086
Posted By captjeanette
Chesapeake Bay Schooner Race

Heading out to get on board a schooner to sail in the Chesapeake Bay Schooner Race this week. Over 35 wooden boats will be participating in the race. You can google the race site for more...
Forum: Our Community 03-07-2012, 07:23
Replies: 44
Views: 6,278
Posted By captjeanette
Re: The Average Cruiser

22/25 But hope husband will quit smoking. ; )
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