William R. Watt wrote:

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there are thousands of canoes and kayaks of various age in various
conditions littering people's backyards and garages. they never use them.
oh, sure, they were enthusiastic paddlers for one or two summers. but it
was never about paddling. it was about owning a canoe or kayak and having
it out in the garage or back yard. when I paddle I see dozens of neglected
canoes and kayaks on the shoreline at the back of waterside residences.
come to think of it you can see thousands of neglected watercraft in
marinas and yacht clubs all around the coutry. why do people spend money
on them and not use them? spirituality.
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William,

I agree with you that boats are made to be used. Some of the artistry of
boat building, however, is worthy of admiration (though not my money). I
could not justify the expense of such a thing, but I am glad that
someone can, and does, support the "art." I guess I am as befuddled as
you, however, as to why folks buy boats and don't use them. Usually, the
reasons are fairly complex and involve family dynamics, changes in
health or financial state, or changes of interest (my son is 10, for
example, and I expect that there will be a time when his interests will
take him away from his boat for a time).

Still, it is sad to see things like this fall into disrepair.

Rick