June 2013 - Manotick Classic Boat Club

Newsletter of the Manotick Classic Boat Club - A Chapter of the Antique & Classic Boat Society
Let the Fun Begin!
Cruise nights have begun! This is a shot of the early season attendees at the Manotick Classic Boat Club’s
first Cruise Night of the year at Dave and Dinah Scholfield’s. Ian Wyllie and Dave Tilley enjoyed the ride
to the event in John and Susan Richardson’s “Sunny II” seen in the background. Lots of goodies and
interesting discussions.
P.O. Box 948, Manotick, ON K4M 1A8
June 2013
Manotick Classic Boat Club
A Chapter of the Antique & Classic Boat Society
P.O. Box 948
Manotick, Ontario
K4M 1A8
www.manotickclassicboatclub.ca / communicationsMCBC@gmail.com
Board of Directors
Ray Saunders
Rich Vickers
Jean Beveridge
Mark Krzyzanowski
Susan Richardson
Rod Corbett
President
Treasurer
Secretary
Director
Director
Director
(613) 749-4396
(613) 692-3073
(613) 489-2088
(315) 608-0551
(613) 692-2496
(613) 692-2265
rjsaunders@sympatico.ca
ravickers@rogers.com
gelvis@rogers.com
mark@antiqueboatamerica.com
richasu44@yahoo.ca
rodcorbett@rogers.com
Committees 2013
Archives
Boat Show 2013
Communications
Library
Membership
Newsletter Editor
Social
Wendy Vickers
Ray Saunders
Mark Krzyzanowski
Aylings Boatyard
John Richardson
Susan Richardson
Dinah Scholfield
(613) 692-3073
(613) 749-4396
(315) 608-0551
(613) 269-4969
(613) 692-2496
(613) 692-2496
(613) 489-4277
ravickers@rogers.com
rjsaunders@sympatico.ca
mark@antiqueboatamerica.com
steve.flewitt@webruler.com
campster1935@yahoo.ca
richasu44@yahoo.ca
drscholfield@gmail.com
List of M.C.B.C. Events - 2013
Saturday, February 16
Saturday, March 16
Saturday, April 27
Saturday, May 4
Hardwater Cruise Night - Marlborough Pub
Canal Boat Adventure - Manotick Legion
Shop Tour
Hardwater Cruise Night at Wylliedome
Wednesdays May 22 to
September 4
Saturday, June 1
Friday, August 9
Saturday, August 10
Sunday, September 22
Saturday, October 19
Saturday, October 19
Saturday, November 2
Rotating Cruise Nights
Dickinson Days - Manotick
Boat Show Social
39th Annual Boat Show, Long Island Locks
Burritt's Rapids Run
Fall Workshop
Fall Social
Annual General Meeting - Manderley on the Green
Dinah Scholfield
Jelleys/Goulds
Carman Keyes
Dinah Scholfield/
Susan Richardson
Dinah Scholfield
Rod Corbett
David & Dinah Scholfield
Ray Saunders
Ron & Wilma Jelley
Susan Richardson
Susan Richardson
Other Events of Interest
March 20 to 24
March 21 to 24
June 20 to 23
August 2 to 4
September 18 to 22
ACBS Winter Board Meeting, Howie-in-the-Hills, FL
Sunnyland Antique & Classic Boat Festival, Tavares, FL
ACBS Summer Board Meeting, Lake Hopatcong, NJ
Antique Boat Museum Show & Auction, Clayton, NY
ACBS International Annual Meeting - Coeur d’Alene, ID
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www.acbs-sunnyland.org
www.acbs.org
www.abm.org
www.acbs.org
President's Message
Summer is upon us!
Well folks, finally we are all (hopefully!) in the water, or at least “close”. Spring has certainly been rainy, a detriment if I ever
saw one to getting the season started. By the time you read this, even the Saunders will finally have a boat in the water! In
fact we will have two: the 4 year preservation of “Full Moon”, a 1937 28 ft Hutchinson Sedan, is finally coming to an end; and
during the last two weeks of June we will pick up our new-to-us 1929 38 ft Elco Cruiser, “Queenie”, in Poughkeepsie NY, and
cruise her home via the Erie Canal. Oh the joys (panic?) of learning how to control two new boats, both of which are single
screw and considerably longer than Raysea. Can't wait!
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I am happy to report that the MCBC boating season started off with a bang with our Annual Shop Tour on April 27 . I would
like to thank Carman Keyes for organizing this event and all the shop owners who kindly opened up their doors and put up
with our endless questions for the day. As usual, the turn out for this event was high, as all of our guys (in particular) were
champing at the bit to get their wood boating “fix”.
Our first Cruise Night was held on May 29th at the Schofield's. In spite of a nasty rainy day, to the pleasant surprise of the
Schofield's, a “full house” of members showed up, and a few brave souls even came by boat. Well the weather gods were
with us, as the sun shone down upon us for the entire evening and great fun was had by all. In the time-honored tradition of
great mariners, we swapped stories and lies (Exaggerations? Embellishments? Half-truths?) of our exploits over the winter,
both on and off the water. I would like to thank the Schofield's and all the members who will host Cruise Nights. In my
opinion these are the probably the most enjoyed activities of our boating year.
I would also like to thank Rod Corbett for organizing and manning Dickinson Days held on June 1 in Manotick. It was a
beautiful day and according to Rod, all went well, with many people stopping to chat about Rod's boat and our upcoming
Boat Show.
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Speaking of boat shows, I am happy to report that your committee has everything in hand to host a great 39 annual Show on
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August 10 . As Boat Show Chair, I am happy to report that we filled our two outstanding Chair positions: Rod Corbett
stepped up to take on the Site Manager role and Jean Beveridge volunteered to be the Awards Chair.
This year's event format will duplicate the success of last year's, with a preshow Friday evening Cruise-in at the Schofield's
and an Awards BBQ on Saturday after the judged show, at the Richardson's cottage. This year we are extremely fortunate in
that we will have a few new large boats coming to the show. In specific, we expect to have “Allez”, a gorgeous 48 ft Chris
Craft cruiser attend plus a 30 ft Hutchinson Sedan named “Algonquin”. In addition, Judy and I intend to motor up the Rideau
to attend the show with “Queenie”, our 38 ft Elco. However, without the participation of as many of you members as
possible, the Show will not be a success. So, please sign up early to make the lives of our Registration Team and Dock Master
easier, and ensure that all of your committee members can sleep without worry!
May the Force and Boating Gods be with you……
Ray Saunders, President
Manotick Classic Boat Club
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SPRING SOCIAL AT THE WYLLIE-DOME
Saturday, May 4, 2013
I would like to thank all those MCBC members who organized last Saturday's event at the Wyllie-dome in my honour. I had a
great time and it was fun to see the whole gang in such nice weather. It is also terrific to have my family see the great turnout.
Please pass on thanks again to all those in the Club for the tree that Ray presented to me on behalf of the club. As many of you
know, our family has made a tradition of planting trees for special occasions. Debra and I will find an appropriate home for this
special specimen.
Again I was overwhelmed with the support last Saturday. I thank you all. It means a lot to both Debra and myself.
Ian Wyllie
Suppliers of Sierra Marine Parts and Supplies
Don’t Forget our Discount for MCBC Members
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SPRING SOCIAL AT THE WYLLIE-DOME
Saturday, May 4, 2013
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Rideau Canal National Historic Site of Canada
Following extensive comments and ideas on the proposed canal lockage fee, Minister Kent - in consultation and
with suggestions from canal Government MPs - announced on May 14 that Parks Canada will freeze recreational
lockage fees along Canada's historic canals for three years at 2008 levels. During this time, Parks Canada will
work with local Members of Parliament, community leaders and the tourism industry to develop and implement
an improved operating model to ensure the long term financial sustainability of the canals operations.
2013 Hours of Operation
May 17 to June 20
Monday to Thursday
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Friday to Sunday; and Victoria Day
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
June 21 to Sept 2
Monday to Thursday
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Friday to Sunday; and holidays
9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Sept 3 to Oct 14
Monday to Thursday
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Friday to Sunday; and Thanksgiving
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Hours for Beveridges Lockstation:
May 17 to October 14
Monday to Thursday
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Friday to Sunday
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
*During the shoulder seasons (May 17 to June 20 and Sept 3 to Oct 14), boaters will need to pre-book
lockage at Beveridges by calling 613-359-5377 at least 48 hours in advance.
LOCKAGE Fees:
Per Foot
Single Lock and Return
One Day
Transit one-way
Six Days
Seasonal
Seasonal (Rental House Boats)
Seasonal (Commercial)
$ 0.90
$ 1.60
$ 4.65
$ 5.05
$ 8.80
$ 13.10
$ 28.80
The Sunnyland Chapter of ACBS a 501(c)(3)
organization's SCAMPY program
(Sunnyland Chapter Apprentice Mentoring
Program for Youth) is pleased to offer a
drawing for “Mayflower Madam”, a 23' 1962
Chris-Craft Sea Skiff donated to the
Sunnyland Chapter of ACBS youth
program by Judy Alden. A survey of this
boat is available. The drawing will offer 600
tickets for a suggested minimum donation
of $50 per ticket with the drawing taking
place at the Sunnyland Annual General
Meeting in Central Florida in November. No
purchase or contribution is necessary. For
more information or to buy a ticket, contact
Lou Ronca at 407-493-8553 or email
lgronca@gmail.com.
SCAMPY Drawing 2013
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2013 Boat Shop Tour
On April 27 we decided that winter was over and it was time to start thinking about getting our boats ready for the summer.
We took advantage of this by touring the local boat shops to see some interesting and often rare boats undergoing repair or
restoration, get hints and advice on our own projects from the professionals.
Our first stop was at Mike Krzyzanowski's Storage Facility in Portland Mike's collection continues to grow and evolve.
His period design outboard shop is very nostalgic and the contents are classic. Loved Mark's newly acquired Century
Coronado. Mike, Nelly and Mark as usual provided us with a fascinating stop.
Mark, Mike and Nelly Krzyzanowski greeted us
at the door
Ian Wyllie and Ron Jelley arriving at
Krzyzanowski’s
Mike making a point over Maple Magic a 1965
Bender Jersey Speed Skiff
Jane Lee in Storage Mike and Nelly’s 1928 Port
Carling Seabird Launch
Mark’s newly acquired Century Coronado
Mike and Nelly’s Glasspar G-3 Gotta Git Goin’
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2013 Boat Shop Tour
Next, we stopped at Wykes Boats and Repair in Harlem. Owner Ken Wykes and his team specialize in building a range of
wood boats from a 17 1/2' guide boat to a 23' runabout. As well Wykes do custom building, repair and restoration of wood
boats. Ray and Judy Saunders' Hutchinson was getting some finishing touches. Storage on site contains a variety of
interesting boats. Thanks to Ken and his crew for a most interesting visit.
Don Segall and Lee Anne greeting Ian Wyllie and
Ron Jelley at Wykes Boats and Repair
Ian Wyllie and Rich Vickers chatting with
Ken Wykes
Merrickville was as usual, a good place to stop for lunch as there are many restaurants to choose from. Some of us
stopped at the Goose and Gridiron, others tried Harry McLean's Pub, the Yellow Canoe Café and the Main St. Family
Restaurant
Don Segall, Lee Anne, Howard Williams, Ian Wyllie, Rich Vickers and Ron Jelley at lunch at the
Goose and Gridiron
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2013 Boat Shop Tour
Our next stop was Aylings Boatyard and Marina in Merrickville. Owners: Steve and Linda Flewitt greeted us and gave us the
opportunity to stock up on restoration supplies as Aylings is a well stocked marina where we could find many of the restoration
supplies and boating items including CEPS. At Aylings, we found a number of wood cruisers in the yard and there is always
activity in the shop. Thanks to Steve and Linda for accommodating us.
Ron Jelley, Ian Wyllie and Dave Tilley chat with Linda Flewitt
while Steve Flewitt muggs for the camera
Did we say a well stocked marina?
Our Final Stop was at Millar Potter Boat Restoration Ltd in Manotick. Owner Jimmy Potter's shop is well known to MCBC
members. At Jimmy's we find a number of boats in the shop and more of interest in the storage area. Always a fascinating stop.
Richard Macleod checks out a Chris-Craft in process at
Millar-Potter
Carol Arsenault, Susan Moir and Richard Macleod
discuss an early thirties Peterborough with Jimmy Potter
We ordered a nice clear, warm day again this year and while we did get some rain, a good time was had by all. Thanks again to
Mike, Nelly & Mark Krzyzanowski, Ken Wykes, Steve and Linda Flewitt and Jimmy Potter, thank you for opening your
doors once more for the Manotick Classic Boat Club.
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First Cruise Night of 2013
Ian Wyllie at the helm of “Sunny II” with Susan
Richardson helping.
Dave Tilley, Susan Richardson and Shanti enjoying a run
on “Sunny II”
Wilma Jelley, Mike Krzyzanowski, Rich Vickers and
Susan Richardson enjoying Cruise Night at Scholfields’.
Carolyn Tilley, Jean & Sheldon Beveridge, Dave
Scholfield, Judy Saunders and Dinah Scholfield at
Cruise Night.
Judy Saunders, Wilma Jelley, Mike & Nelly
Krzyzanowski, Rich Vickers and Carolyn Tilley
enjoying Cruise Night.
Ron Jelley and Ian Wyllie enjoying Cruise Night at
Scholfields’.
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First Cruise Night of 2013
Dave Scholfield, Ron Jelley and Ian Wyllie discussing
important matters.
Jean & Sheldon Beveridge, Dave Tilley, Ray & Judy
Saunders and Wilma Jelley enjoying Cruise Night.
MCBC at Manotick’s Dickinson Days
After an absence of a couple of years, MCBC was back with an exhibit in Manotick's Dickinson Days. Rod Corbett managed the
MCBC booth this year, displaying his Classic 1960 Chris Craft Sportsman, powered by a 283, 8cyl, 185 hp engine. Rod, a new
Board member this year, has also taken on the job of site chairman at the Boat Show. Kudos to Rod and to Donna who backs him
all the way.
Donna and Rod Corbett with their Chris-Craft “Phoenix”
at Dickinson Days in Manotick
Rod Corbett discussing his beautiful Chris-Craft with a
Dickinson Days participant.
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Market Place
Market Place is a service provided to MCBC members free of charge. To place an ad in the next issue of the
newsletter, email the communications committee at communicationsMCBC@gmail.com.
Wykes
“One of 3” s a very rare boat. She is one of fifteen boats of this design built by Frank
Wykes of Wykes Boat Works of Harlem, Ontario in the late 1960s. Built in 1968 this boat
is one of only three known to currently exist, she is a beautiful clinker built boat with a
magnificent bow flare, a rakish windshield and lounge seating. Powered by a 1989
Johnson 90 HP engine she is offered for sale on a 2007 Cradle-Ride trailer. This boat is at
the Antique Boat America Showroom in Clayton, NY and ready to go. If not sold before,
this boat will be in the auction at Clayton August 4, 2013. Contact Mark @ 315-608-0551.
Commerical Steel Work Boat
14' 1986 Commerical steel work boat. Restored
inside and out and ready for cottage use! Powered by a
commercial grade Mercury 40hp Sea Pro outboard.
Asking $3800.00 Contact Mike Krzyzanowski,
mikekdispro@gmail.com or 613-822-0848
Carver
“Y-Knot” is a 1968 Carver Holiday 1970 cruiser powered by a 1978 175 HP Mercury
motor. She was one of the last outboard cruisers Carver Boat Corporation (still in
business) ever built. 19’ 4” in length with a beam of 7’ 10“ she is clinker built and very
fast. Offered with a 2005 Cradle-Ride trailer for $9,900, call Dave at 352-459-1225 or
email dave.yknot@gmail.com for more information. If not sold before, this boat will
be in the auction at Clayton August 4, 2013.
Peterborough Kawartha
1947 Peterborough Kawartha: $6,000 buys the boat, the original 1958
Johnson electric start 18 HP engine (it runs well) with tank, the trailer,
and a spare Johnson 18 HP manual start (not sure if it runs). I also have
a 1985 (I think) manual start Johnson 20 HP engine and tank for this
boat that I would sell for $500. Contact John Richardson at 613-7207621 or campster1935@yahoo.ca
Chris-Craft
18' 1935 Chris Craft Split Cockpit Runabout. A frequent site on
the Rideau river, now offered for sale. Powered by a peppy Chris
Craft 283 V8. Come and see it at the Antique Boat America
showroom. Asking $27,900. Contact Mark Krzyzanowski mark@antiqueboatamerica.com or 315-608-0551
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Market Place
Market Place is a service provided to MCBC members free of charge. To place an ad in the next issue of the
newsletter, email the communications committee at communicationsMCBC@gmail.com.
Glen-L Rebel
The Rebel is a 15 foot Boat from a plan developed by Glen L.
Witt, Naval Architect of Glen-L Marine Designs, Bellflower,
California and built in Ottawa in 1964. She is equipped with a
1967 Mercury 650 SS and Cradle Ride Trailer. Complete with
Tilt Trim and Built in Fuel Tank, this boat is at the Antique
Boat America Showroom in Clayton, NY and ready to go. If
not sold before, this boat will be in the auction at Clayton
August 4, 2013. Contact Mark @ 315-608-0551
Peterborough Handy Boy
Regretably I have decided to sell my cherished cedar strip. It is a
restored Peterborough Handy Boy model number 1841 serial
#2456 , 15' long incl. a 1958 Johnson 35 Super seahorse. The boat
was professionally restored by Wykes Boat works of Rideau Lakes
area in 2009. New sister ribs and new transom and dash were added.
Incl. is a custom made full mooring cover in Sunbrella ( incl engine)
and a galvinized 09 Karavan trailer. Orig mint unrestored, 1958
controls/tank/dash plate. Boat is a very good runner & is used
frequently. Boat is located near Havelock. email for more detail ,
$5500 or BO. Contact Rick Seto at rick.vjmc@sympatico.ca.
Chris-Craft Lancer
This beautiful 1972 19’ Chris-Craft Lancer is for sale. She has her
original 200HP 307 engine and seats six comfortably with lots of
moving around room. She is driven through an Volvo Penta I/O unit
and has an extra Piranha propeller. Her hull is the same as that on the
Chris-Craft XK-19 and sits on a dual axle ShoreLandr trailer. Fast and
fun, this boat is at the Antique Boat America Showroom in Clayton, NY
and ready to go. If not sold before, this boat will be in the auction at
Clayton August 4, 2013. Contact Mark @ 315-608-0551
Peterborough Canoe
Vintage 1940s 16 ft Peterborough Canoe: $1000 .
Restored it in 2010 and in immaculate condition. It has
not been used since it was restored. The two original
cedar paddles go with it and they are very pretty. The
drawback with this canoe is that it is heavy because it
was fibre-glassed some years ago. The glass is in good
shape. Contact John Richardson at 613-720-7621 or
campster1935@yahoo.ca
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Coming Events
2013 Cruise Night Schedule
Here is your schedule for the Cruise Nights of 2013. The usual time of
arrival is 6:30PM. Bring your own liquid refreshments and a snack to
share. You are welcome by water or by land. You are also welcome to
bring a guest or two especially if they are interested in old boats and
possibly joining the club. We are rarely rained out, except in the event of
'thunder and lightening', in which case we recommend travelling by car.
Date
Location
A
Map
May 29
Dinah & David Scholfield
6931 Rideau Valley Drive S., Kars 613 489-4277
C
June 5
Sarah & Murray Gould
5573 Dickinson, Manotick 613 692-4292
A
June 12
John & Susan Richardson’s
7299 Rideau Valley Drive S., Kars 613 489-3677
E
June 19
Elena Abramova & Richard Macleod
7147 Rideau Valley Drive S., Kars 613 489-2890
D
June 26
Dinah & David Scholfield
6931 Rideau Valley Drive S., Kars 613 489-4277
C
July 3
Sarah & Murray Gould
5573 Dickinson, Manotick 613 692-4292
A
July 10
John & Susan Richardson’s
7299 Rideau Valley Drive S., Kars 613 489-3677
E
July 17
Elena Abramova & Richard Macleod
7147 Rideau Valley Drive S., Kars 613 489-2890
D
July 24
Dinah & David Scholfield
6931 Rideau Valley Drive S., Kars 613 489-4277
C
July 31
Sarah & Murray Gould
5573 Dickinson, Manotick 613 692-4292
A
Aug 7
Boat Show Week - No Cruise Night
Aug 14
John & Susan Richardson’s
7299 Rideau Valley Drive S., Kars 613 489-3677
E
Aug 21
Sarah & Murray Gould
5573 Dickinson, Manotick 613 692-4292
A
Aug 28
Elena Abramova & Richard Macleod
7147 Rideau Valley Drive S., Kars 613 489-2890
D
Sept 4
Final Cruise Night - Kelly’s Landing
B
C
D
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E
Coming Events
THE RIDEAU FERRY REGATTA
One of Canada's largest vintage race boat regattas will be held again this summer in Rideau Ferry. The Rideau Ferry
Yacht Club welcomes boating enthusiasts of all ages to attend this award sinning display of vintage race boats
August 17th and 18th. There will be more than 50 vintage race boats gathered on the Big Rideau Lake. Some of these
crafts will reach speeds of well over 100 mph. On the grounds there will be vendors of boat paraphernalia and food.
Between races, the beach is open.
Miss Canada IV, which in 1950 set the world speed record on the lake, has been restored and will again run her 3000
hp Rolls Royce engine this August. For more information visit www.rfyc.ca.
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Coming Events
39th Annual Ottawa International Antique & Classic Boat Show
Will be held August 10, 2013 at Long Island Lock in Manotick, Ontario.
Manotick Classic Boat Club
www.manotickclassicboatclub.ca
A chapter
chapter of
of the
the Antique
Antique and
and Classic
Classic Boat
Boat Society
Society
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2013 Boat Show Sponsors
Prime Sponsor
The Powell Group (TPG Technology Consulting, Logic 2000,
Marketware Corp. & Wilcom Systems) provides just-in-time
affordable IT consulting services.
Associate Sponsors: Hurst Marina, The Chandlery, Millar-Potter Boat Restoration Limited, Flitz Canada Inc, Epifanes
North America Inc, Robertson & Robertson Yacht Insurance Limited, Wykes Boats and Repairs, G Tackaberry and Sons
Construction
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