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Grim MO in Maine
An experienced sailor went overboard from his 41 foot ketch on a trip
from Rockland ME to Rye NH for haul out. His 20 year old son was the only crew member and spent from last Saturday till yesterday (Thursday) drifting from off Boothbay Harbor to near Cape Cod. A Coast Guard jet spotted the boat with sails down and apparently abandoned after an extensive search and had a nearby fishing boat go over for a look. The son jumped overboard immediately when he saw the fishing boat and swam to it. He was then airlifted by chopper from the fishing boat to Cape Cod. By all accounts and what can be determined from a newspaper photo, the boat was capable and well equipped. No hint yet why the son was not able to start the engines or use the radios. You can bet I'll be giving my family another round of more intensive training next spring. -- Roger Long |