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Potomac Boating...a blast
Took the boat to Pohick Bay yesterday, after noticing how well the new cover is
working out. Some very heavy rain got my neighboring boat's cover over the past couple weeks. He is now a believer in the use of tight straps rather than bungee cords for keeping his cover taut. Daughter, SIL, and grandkids arrived at the launch ramp about the same time I did, so no one had to wait. With three adults and four little ones, the boat was pretty full. The Yamaha 150 had no problem getting us moving though. http://tinyurl.com/39klfrb I might even have a new boat captain in the making... http://tinyurl.com/32a3c48 We got to a little boaters beach outside Occoquan, VA, anchored and let the kids start running around. http://tinyurl.com/34heavr The kids wanted to do some tubing, which I'd never tried before. This was the tube I got last fall. Worked well, and they had a blast. The picture takers kept using the zoom, so most of the tubing shots didn't come out.Here's my daughter having fun... http://tinyurl.com/2vmqr3r Daughter took this picture of my $30,000 towel rack. http://tinyurl.com/3ypjvl6 Great time had by all! -- John H |
Potomac Boating...a blast
John H wrote:
Took the boat to Pohick Bay yesterday, after noticing how well the new cover is working out. Some very heavy rain got my neighboring boat's cover over the past couple weeks. He is now a believer in the use of tight straps rather than bungee cords for keeping his cover taut. Daughter, SIL, and grandkids arrived at the launch ramp about the same time I did, so no one had to wait. With three adults and four little ones, the boat was pretty full. The Yamaha 150 had no problem getting us moving though. http://tinyurl.com/39klfrb I might even have a new boat captain in the making... http://tinyurl.com/32a3c48 We got to a little boaters beach outside Occoquan, VA, anchored and let the kids start running around. http://tinyurl.com/34heavr The kids wanted to do some tubing, which I'd never tried before. This was the tube I got last fall. Worked well, and they had a blast. The picture takers kept using the zoom, so most of the tubing shots didn't come out.Here's my daughter having fun... http://tinyurl.com/2vmqr3r Daughter took this picture of my $30,000 towel rack. http://tinyurl.com/3ypjvl6 Great time had by all! Good stuff there! Jim - Very nice. First boat I've seen here in a long time. |
Potomac Boating...a blast
Jim wrote:
John H wrote: Took the boat to Pohick Bay yesterday, after noticing how well the new cover is working out. Some very heavy rain got my neighboring boat's cover over the past couple weeks. He is now a believer in the use of tight straps rather than bungee cords for keeping his cover taut. Daughter, SIL, and grandkids arrived at the launch ramp about the same time I did, so no one had to wait. With three adults and four little ones, the boat was pretty full. The Yamaha 150 had no problem getting us moving though. http://tinyurl.com/39klfrb I might even have a new boat captain in the making... http://tinyurl.com/32a3c48 We got to a little boaters beach outside Occoquan, VA, anchored and let the kids start running around. http://tinyurl.com/34heavr The kids wanted to do some tubing, which I'd never tried before. This was the tube I got last fall. Worked well, and they had a blast. The picture takers kept using the zoom, so most of the tubing shots didn't come out.Here's my daughter having fun... http://tinyurl.com/2vmqr3r Daughter took this picture of my $30,000 towel rack. http://tinyurl.com/3ypjvl6 Great time had by all! Good stuff there! Jim - Very nice. First boat I've seen here in a long time. Oops. Don posted the Yukon pics too. But smiling faces adds something. Jim - Fair is fair. |
Potomac Boating...a blast
On 8/2/10 11:09 AM, John H wrote:
Took the boat to Pohick Bay yesterday, after noticing how well the new cover is working out. Some very heavy rain got my neighboring boat's cover over the past couple weeks. He is now a believer in the use of tight straps rather than bungee cords for keeping his cover taut. Daughter, SIL, and grandkids arrived at the launch ramp about the same time I did, so no one had to wait. With three adults and four little ones, the boat was pretty full. The Yamaha 150 had no problem getting us moving though. http://tinyurl.com/39klfrb I might even have a new boat captain in the making... http://tinyurl.com/32a3c48 We got to a little boaters beach outside Occoquan, VA, anchored and let the kids start running around. http://tinyurl.com/34heavr The kids wanted to do some tubing, which I'd never tried before. This was the tube I got last fall. Worked well, and they had a blast. The picture takers kept using the zoom, so most of the tubing shots didn't come out.Here's my daughter having fun... http://tinyurl.com/2vmqr3r Daughter took this picture of my $30,000 towel rack. http://tinyurl.com/3ypjvl6 Great time had by all! 'Toxic stew' of chemicals causing male fish to carry eggs in testes Intersex fish, found across the US, result from a mix of drugs that mimic natural hormones, say scientists * Suzanne Goldenberg, US environment correspondent * guardian.co.uk, Wednesday 21 April 2010 11.05 BST More than 80% of the male bass fish in Washington's major river are now exhibiting female traits such as egg production because of a "toxic stew" of pollutants, scientists and campaigners reported yesterday. Intersex fish probably result from drugs, such as the contraceptive pill, and other chemicals being flushed into the water and have been found right across the US. The Potomac Conservancy, which focuses on Washington DC's river, called for new research to determine what was causing male smallmouth bass to carry immature eggs in their testes. "We have not been able to identify one particular chemical or one particular source," said Vicki Blazer, a fish biologist with the US geological survey. "We are still trying to get a handle on what chemicals are important." But she said early evidence pointed to a mix of chemicals – commonly used at home as well as those used in large-scale farming operations – causing the deformities. The suspect chemicals mimic natural hormones and disrupt the endocrine system, with young fish being particularly susceptible. The chemicals could include birth control pills and other drugs, toiletries especially those with fragrances, products such as tissues treated with antibacterial agents, or goods treated with flame retardants that find their way into waste water. However, Blazer also pointed to runoff from fertilisers and pesticides from agricultural areas. About 5 million people live in the greater Washington area, and 90% of them get their drinking water from the Potomac. "We need to get these toxins out of our river water," said Hedrick Belin, the president of the Potomac Conservancy. The campaign group called for $3m (£1.9m) in research over three years on endocrine disrupters on their effects on fish. It also called on the authorities to involve pharmaceutical companies in the safe disposal of drugs, and to invest in technology that can filter out endocrine disrupting compounds. - - - Well, that explains why herring is such a girlie girl...he swims in a river of ****, and takes his grandchildren to swim there, too. Health problems in their future? |
Potomac Boating...a blast
On 8/2/10 11:46 AM, I am Tosk wrote:
Wish I could get my boat out this season, haven't had time yet... Thought you used it for firewood... |
Potomac Boating...a blast
On Mon, 2 Aug 2010 11:46:31 -0400, I am Tosk
wrote: In article , says... Took the boat to Pohick Bay yesterday, after noticing how well the new cover is working out. Some very heavy rain got my neighboring boat's cover over the past couple weeks. He is now a believer in the use of tight straps rather than bungee cords for keeping his cover taut. Daughter, SIL, and grandkids arrived at the launch ramp about the same time I did, so no one had to wait. With three adults and four little ones, the boat was pretty full. The Yamaha 150 had no problem getting us moving though. http://tinyurl.com/39klfrb I might even have a new boat captain in the making... http://tinyurl.com/32a3c48 We got to a little boaters beach outside Occoquan, VA, anchored and let the kids start running around. http://tinyurl.com/34heavr The kids wanted to do some tubing, which I'd never tried before. This was the tube I got last fall. Worked well, and they had a blast. The picture takers kept using the zoom, so most of the tubing shots didn't come out.Here's my daughter having fun... http://tinyurl.com/2vmqr3r Daughter took this picture of my $30,000 towel rack. http://tinyurl.com/3ypjvl6 Great time had by all! Wow, looks like you all had a great time... Wish I could get my boat out this season, haven't had time yet... Sounds like you're having a great time doing the bike bit with your daughter! More vids, please! -- John H |
Potomac Boating...a blast
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Potomac Boating...a blast
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Potomac Boating...a blast
On Aug 2, 10:09*am, John H wrote:
Took the boat to Pohick Bay yesterday, after noticing how well the new cover is working out. Some very heavy rain got my neighboring boat's cover over the past couple weeks. He is now a believer in the use of tight straps rather than bungee cords for keeping his cover taut. Daughter, SIL, and grandkids arrived at the launch ramp about the same time I did, so no one had to wait. With three adults and four little ones, the boat was pretty full. The Yamaha 150 had no problem getting us moving though. http://tinyurl.com/39klfrb I might even have a new boat captain in the making... http://tinyurl.com/32a3c48 We got to a little boaters beach outside Occoquan, VA, anchored and let the kids start running around. http://tinyurl.com/34heavr The kids wanted to do some tubing, which I'd never tried before. This was the tube I got last fall. Worked well, and they had a blast. The picture takers kept using the zoom, so most of the tubing shots didn't come out.Here's my daughter having fun... http://tinyurl.com/2vmqr3r Daughter took this picture of my $30,000 towel rack. http://tinyurl.com/3ypjvl6 Great time had by all! -- John H John, I told you that a tube would be a big hit. Now they're hooked! |
Potomac Boating...a blast
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Potomac Boating...a blast
In article ,
says... On 8/2/10 11:09 AM, John H wrote: Took the boat to Pohick Bay yesterday, after noticing how well the new cover is working out. Some very heavy rain got my neighboring boat's cover over the past couple weeks. He is now a believer in the use of tight straps rather than bungee cords for keeping his cover taut. Daughter, SIL, and grandkids arrived at the launch ramp about the same time I did, so no one had to wait. With three adults and four little ones, the boat was pretty full. The Yamaha 150 had no problem getting us moving though. http://tinyurl.com/39klfrb I might even have a new boat captain in the making... http://tinyurl.com/32a3c48 We got to a little boaters beach outside Occoquan, VA, anchored and let the kids start running around. http://tinyurl.com/34heavr The kids wanted to do some tubing, which I'd never tried before. This was the tube I got last fall. Worked well, and they had a blast. The picture takers kept using the zoom, so most of the tubing shots didn't come out.Here's my daughter having fun... http://tinyurl.com/2vmqr3r Daughter took this picture of my $30,000 towel rack. http://tinyurl.com/3ypjvl6 Great time had by all! 'Toxic stew' of chemicals causing male fish to carry eggs in testes Intersex fish, found across the US, result from a mix of drugs that mimic natural hormones, say scientists * Suzanne Goldenberg, US environment correspondent * guardian.co.uk, Wednesday 21 April 2010 11.05 BST More than 80% of the male bass fish in Washington's major river are now exhibiting female traits such as egg production because of a "toxic stew" of pollutants, scientists and campaigners reported yesterday. Intersex fish probably result from drugs, such as the contraceptive pill, and other chemicals being flushed into the water and have been found right across the US. The Potomac Conservancy, which focuses on Washington DC's river, called for new research to determine what was causing male smallmouth bass to carry immature eggs in their testes. "We have not been able to identify one particular chemical or one particular source," said Vicki Blazer, a fish biologist with the US geological survey. "We are still trying to get a handle on what chemicals are important." But she said early evidence pointed to a mix of chemicals ? commonly used at home as well as those used in large-scale farming operations ? causing the deformities. The suspect chemicals mimic natural hormones and disrupt the endocrine system, with young fish being particularly susceptible. The chemicals could include birth control pills and other drugs, toiletries especially those with fragrances, products such as tissues treated with antibacterial agents, or goods treated with flame retardants that find their way into waste water. However, Blazer also pointed to runoff from fertilisers and pesticides from agricultural areas. About 5 million people live in the greater Washington area, and 90% of them get their drinking water from the Potomac. "We need to get these toxins out of our river water," said Hedrick Belin, the president of the Potomac Conservancy. The campaign group called for $3m (£1.9m) in research over three years on endocrine disrupters on their effects on fish. It also called on the authorities to involve pharmaceutical companies in the safe disposal of drugs, and to invest in technology that can filter out endocrine disrupting compounds. - - - Well, that explains why herring is such a girlie girl...he swims in a river of ****, and takes his grandchildren to swim there, too. Health problems in their future? Man, spoofer, you must have been raised wearing a hazmat suit. Did your parents ever let you out of the house? |
Potomac Boating...a blast
On Mon, 2 Aug 2010 09:53:45 -0700 (PDT), Tim wrote:
On Aug 2, 10:09*am, John H wrote: Took the boat to Pohick Bay yesterday, after noticing how well the new cover is working out. Some very heavy rain got my neighboring boat's cover over the past couple weeks. He is now a believer in the use of tight straps rather than bungee cords for keeping his cover taut. Daughter, SIL, and grandkids arrived at the launch ramp about the same time I did, so no one had to wait. With three adults and four little ones, the boat was pretty full. The Yamaha 150 had no problem getting us moving though. http://tinyurl.com/39klfrb I might even have a new boat captain in the making... http://tinyurl.com/32a3c48 We got to a little boaters beach outside Occoquan, VA, anchored and let the kids start running around. http://tinyurl.com/34heavr The kids wanted to do some tubing, which I'd never tried before. This was the tube I got last fall. Worked well, and they had a blast. The picture takers kept using the zoom, so most of the tubing shots didn't come out.Here's my daughter having fun... http://tinyurl.com/2vmqr3r Daughter took this picture of my $30,000 towel rack. http://tinyurl.com/3ypjvl6 Great time had by all! -- John H John, I told you that a tube would be a big hit. Now they're hooked! They really are. My daughter is going to send me a schedule of all her free days between now and when school starts. I didn't ask for it, she offered it! -- John H |
Potomac Boating...a blast
On 8/2/10 1:38 PM, wrote:
On Mon, 02 Aug 2010 12:40:01 -0400, Harry wrote: On 8/2/10 12:37 PM, wrote: On Mon, 02 Aug 2010 11:48:20 -0400, Harry wrote: More than 80% of the male bass fish in Washington's major river are now exhibiting female traits such as egg production because of a "toxic stew" of pollutants, scientists and campaigners reported yesterday. I thought that was a result of "Don't ask, don't tell" ;-) Could be. I wouldn't swim or fish in that river. The bay isn't quite as bad in many areas, but I still don't swim in it. The problem with the bay is sea nettles. About the time the water gets warm enough to get in, the sea nettles arrive. We used to joke that you could see them from the road on that last hill before you drop in on Chesapeake Beach. Their arrival, if that is the correct word, is not on an annually fixed schedule. Even so, I don't like swimming in the bay. I prefer the ocean. |
Potomac Boating...a blast
On 8/2/10 12:48 PM, John H wrote:
On Mon, 02 Aug 2010 12:37:29 -0400, wrote: On Mon, 02 Aug 2010 11:48:20 -0400, Harry wrote: More than 80% of the male bass fish in Washington's major river are now exhibiting female traits such as egg production because of a "toxic stew" of pollutants, scientists and campaigners reported yesterday. I thought that was a result of "Don't ask, don't tell" ;-) LOL! Luckily, most folks don't drink water right out of the Potomac. Poor Harry. Pictures of folks with family having a good time just upset him to no end. Can't understand why. Jealousy? It's fine with me, really, if you and your family enjoy swimming in really polluted water. The end result may be an improvement in the human gene pool... |
Potomac Boating...a blast
On Aug 2, 12:38*pm, wrote:
On Mon, 02 Aug 2010 12:40:01 -0400, Harry ? wrote: On 8/2/10 12:37 PM, wrote: On Mon, 02 Aug 2010 11:48:20 -0400, Harry *wrote: More than 80% of the male bass fish in Washington's major river are now exhibiting female traits such as egg production because of a "toxic stew" of pollutants, scientists and campaigners reported yesterday. I thought that was a result of "Don't ask, don't tell" *;-) Could be. I wouldn't swim or fish in that river. The bay isn't quite as bad in many areas, but I still don't swim in it. The problem with the bay is sea nettles. About the time the water gets warm enough to get in, the sea nettles arrive. We used to joke that you could see them from the road on that last hill before you drop in on Chesapeake Beach. What's a "sea nettle?" |
Potomac Boating...a blast
On 8/2/10 2:10 PM, Tim wrote:
On Aug 2, 12:38 pm, wrote: On Mon, 02 Aug 2010 12:40:01 -0400, Harry wrote: On 8/2/10 12:37 PM, wrote: On Mon, 02 Aug 2010 11:48:20 -0400, Harry wrote: More than 80% of the male bass fish in Washington's major river are now exhibiting female traits such as egg production because of a "toxic stew" of pollutants, scientists and campaigners reported yesterday. I thought that was a result of "Don't ask, don't tell" ;-) Could be. I wouldn't swim or fish in that river. The bay isn't quite as bad in many areas, but I still don't swim in it. The problem with the bay is sea nettles. About the time the water gets warm enough to get in, the sea nettles arrive. We used to joke that you could see them from the road on that last hill before you drop in on Chesapeake Beach. What's a "sea nettle?" stinging jellyfish |
Potomac Boating...a blast
"I am Tosk" wrote in message ... In article , says... Took the boat to Pohick Bay yesterday, after noticing how well the new cover is working out. Some very heavy rain got my neighboring boat's cover over the past couple weeks. He is now a believer in the use of tight straps rather than bungee cords for keeping his cover taut. Daughter, SIL, and grandkids arrived at the launch ramp about the same time I did, so no one had to wait. With three adults and four little ones, the boat was pretty full. The Yamaha 150 had no problem getting us moving though. http://tinyurl.com/39klfrb I might even have a new boat captain in the making... http://tinyurl.com/32a3c48 We got to a little boaters beach outside Occoquan, VA, anchored and let the kids start running around. http://tinyurl.com/34heavr The kids wanted to do some tubing, which I'd never tried before. This was the tube I got last fall. Worked well, and they had a blast. The picture takers kept using the zoom, so most of the tubing shots didn't come out.Here's my daughter having fun... http://tinyurl.com/2vmqr3r Daughter took this picture of my $30,000 towel rack. http://tinyurl.com/3ypjvl6 Great time had by all! Wow, looks like you all had a great time... Wish I could get my boat out this season, haven't had time yet... -- Rowdy Mouse Racing - We race for cheese! ~~ Snerk ~~ Have you built the boat yet? Oh yeah... you couldn't unload that green monster, eh? |
Potomac Boating...a blast
On 8/2/10 2:57 PM, YukonBound wrote:
"I am Tosk" wrote in message ... In article , says... Took the boat to Pohick Bay yesterday, after noticing how well the new cover is working out. Some very heavy rain got my neighboring boat's cover over the past couple weeks. He is now a believer in the use of tight straps rather than bungee cords for keeping his cover taut. Daughter, SIL, and grandkids arrived at the launch ramp about the same time I did, so no one had to wait. With three adults and four little ones, the boat was pretty full. The Yamaha 150 had no problem getting us moving though. http://tinyurl.com/39klfrb I might even have a new boat captain in the making... http://tinyurl.com/32a3c48 We got to a little boaters beach outside Occoquan, VA, anchored and let the kids start running around. http://tinyurl.com/34heavr The kids wanted to do some tubing, which I'd never tried before. This was the tube I got last fall. Worked well, and they had a blast. The picture takers kept using the zoom, so most of the tubing shots didn't come out.Here's my daughter having fun... http://tinyurl.com/2vmqr3r Daughter took this picture of my $30,000 towel rack. http://tinyurl.com/3ypjvl6 Great time had by all! Wow, looks like you all had a great time... Wish I could get my boat out this season, haven't had time yet... -- Rowdy Mouse Racing - We race for cheese! ~~ Snerk ~~ Have you built the boat yet? Oh yeah... you couldn't unload that green monster, eh? Is that green from house paint...or from...mold? |
Potomac Boating...a blast
"Harry " wrote in message
m... : On 8/2/10 2:57 PM, YukonBound wrote: : : : "I am Tosk" wrote in message : ... : In article , : says... : : Took the boat to Pohick Bay yesterday, after noticing how well the : new cover is : working out. Some very heavy rain got my neighboring boat's cover : over the past : couple weeks. He is now a believer in the use of tight straps rather : than bungee : cords for keeping his cover taut. : : Daughter, SIL, and grandkids arrived at the launch ramp about the : same time I : did, so no one had to wait. With three adults and four little ones, : the boat was : pretty full. The Yamaha 150 had no problem getting us moving though. : : http://tinyurl.com/39klfrb : : I might even have a new boat captain in the making... : : http://tinyurl.com/32a3c48 : : We got to a little boaters beach outside Occoquan, VA, anchored and : let the kids : start running around. : : http://tinyurl.com/34heavr : : The kids wanted to do some tubing, which I'd never tried before. This : was the : tube I got last fall. Worked well, and they had a blast. The picture : takers kept : using the zoom, so most of the tubing shots didn't come out.Here's my : daughter : having fun... : : http://tinyurl.com/2vmqr3r : : Daughter took this picture of my $30,000 towel rack. : : http://tinyurl.com/3ypjvl6 : : Great time had by all! : : Wow, looks like you all had a great time... Wish I could get my boat out : this season, haven't had time yet... : : -- : Rowdy Mouse Racing - We race for cheese! : : ~~ Snerk ~~ : Have you built the boat yet? : Oh yeah... you couldn't unload that green monster, eh? : : : Is that green from house paint...or from...mold? Poking fun at another man's boat . How low can you go, brother? |
Potomac Boating...a blast
On Aug 2, 1:33Â*pm, Harry  wrote:
On 8/2/10 2:10 PM, Tim wrote: On Aug 2, 12:38 pm, wrote: On Mon, 02 Aug 2010 12:40:01 -0400, Harry wrote: On 8/2/10 12:37 PM, wrote: On Mon, 02 Aug 2010 11:48:20 -0400, Harry Â* Â*wrote: More than 80% of the male bass fish in Washington's major river are now exhibiting female traits such as egg production because of a "toxic stew" of pollutants, scientists and campaigners reported yesterday. I thought that was a result of "Don't ask, don't tell" Â*;-) Could be. I wouldn't swim or fish in that river. The bay isn't quite as bad in many areas, but I still don't swim in it. The problem with the bay is sea nettles. About the time the water gets warm enough to get in, the sea nettles arrive. We used to joke that you could see them from the road on that last hill before you drop in on Chesapeake Beach. What's a "sea nettle?" stinging jellyfish- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - OK, not many of those around here.... |
Potomac Boating...a blast
On Aug 2, 10:48Â*am, Harry  wrote:
On 8/2/10 11:09 AM, John H wrote: Took the boat to Pohick Bay yesterday, after noticing how well the new cover is working out. Some very heavy rain got my neighboring boat's cover over the past couple weeks. He is now a believer in the use of tight straps rather than bungee cords for keeping his cover taut. Daughter, SIL, and grandkids arrived at the launch ramp about the same time I did, so no one had to wait. With three adults and four little ones, the boat was pretty full. The Yamaha 150 had no problem getting us moving though. http://tinyurl.com/39klfrb I might even have a new boat captain in the making... http://tinyurl.com/32a3c48 We got to a little boaters beach outside Occoquan, VA, anchored and let the kids start running around. http://tinyurl.com/34heavr The kids wanted to do some tubing, which I'd never tried before. This was the tube I got last fall. Worked well, and they had a blast. The picture takers kept using the zoom, so most of the tubing shots didn't come out.Here's my daughter having fun... http://tinyurl.com/2vmqr3r Daughter took this picture of my $30,000 towel rack. http://tinyurl.com/3ypjvl6 Great time had by all! 'Toxic stew' of chemicals causing male fish to carry eggs in testes Intersex fish, found across the US, result from a mix of drugs that mimic natural hormones, say scientists Â* Â* Â** Suzanne Goldenberg, US environment correspondent Â* Â* Â** guardian.co.uk, Wednesday 21 April 2010 11.05 BST More than 80% of the male bass fish in Washington's major river are now exhibiting female traits such as egg production because of a "toxic stew" of pollutants, scientists and campaigners reported yesterday. Intersex fish probably result from drugs, such as the contraceptive pill, and other chemicals being flushed into the water and have been found right across the US. The Potomac Conservancy, which focuses on Washington DC's river, called for new research to determine what was causing male smallmouth bass to carry immature eggs in their testes. "We have not been able to identify one particular chemical or one particular source," said Vicki Blazer, a fish biologist with the US geological survey. "We are still trying to get a handle on what chemicals are important." But she said early evidence pointed to a mix of chemicals – commonly used at home as well as those used in large-scale farming operations – causing the deformities. The suspect chemicals mimic natural hormones and disrupt the endocrine system, with young fish being particularly susceptible. The chemicals could include birth control pills and other drugs, toiletries especially those with fragrances, products such as tissues treated with antibacterial agents, or goods treated with flame retardants that find their way into waste water. However, Blazer also pointed to runoff from fertilisers and pesticides from agricultural areas.. About 5 million people live in the greater Washington area, and 90% of them get their drinking water from the Potomac. "We need to get these toxins out of our river water," said Hedrick Belin, the president of the Potomac Conservancy. The campaign group called for $3m (£1.9m) in research over three years on endocrine disrupters on their effects on fish. It also called on the authorities to involve pharmaceutical companies in the safe disposal of drugs, and to invest in technology that can filter out endocrine disrupting compounds. - - - Well, that explains why herring is such a girlie girl...he swims in a river of ****, and takes his grandchildren to swim there, too. Health problems in their future?- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - Awww. fer pitys sake, Harry. Whats the problem with a guy taking his family out for a day of boating? They're having fun. I can tell that Herring enjoys his family and looking at his boat it cost him quite a bit of change so that they could have a blast on the water. I know what a thrill it is to take my family out for a day, especially for the daughter and nephews to go tubing and skiing, and I enjoy reading and seeing others having fun on such an outing. I wish I could have joined them. After all this is a boating group that's origional intentions were to talk about boating and boat related activities. So, give the guy a break, will ya? |
Potomac Boating...a blast
On Aug 2, 3:19Â*pm, "Harry ?" wrote:
"Harry " wrote in message m... : On 8/2/10 2:57 PM, YukonBound wrote: : : : "I am Tosk" wrote in message : ... : In article , : says... : : Took the boat to Pohick Bay yesterday, after noticing how well the : new cover is : working out. Some very heavy rain got my neighboring boat's cover : over the past : couple weeks. He is now a believer in the use of tight straps rather : than bungee : cords for keeping his cover taut. : : Daughter, SIL, and grandkids arrived at the launch ramp about the : same time I : did, so no one had to wait. With three adults and four little ones, : the boat was : pretty full. The Yamaha 150 had no problem getting us moving though.. : : http://tinyurl.com/39klfrb : : I might even have a new boat captain in the making... : : http://tinyurl.com/32a3c48 : : We got to a little boaters beach outside Occoquan, VA, anchored and : let the kids : start running around. : : http://tinyurl.com/34heavr : : The kids wanted to do some tubing, which I'd never tried before. This : was the : tube I got last fall. Worked well, and they had a blast. The picture : takers kept : using the zoom, so most of the tubing shots didn't come out.Here's my : daughter : having fun... : : http://tinyurl.com/2vmqr3r : : Daughter took this picture of my $30,000 towel rack. : : http://tinyurl.com/3ypjvl6 : : Great time had by all! : : Wow, looks like you all had a great time... Wish I could get my boat out : this season, haven't had time yet... : : -- : Rowdy Mouse Racing - We race for cheese! : : ~~ Snerk ~~ : Have you built the boat yet? : Oh yeah... you couldn't unload that green monster, eh? : : : Is that green from house paint...or from...mold? Poking fun at another man's boat . How low can you go, brother? Tell Harry it's a Brockway, it get's house paint once in a while. Either way, Harry wouldn't understand, it's a boater thing up here in the North East... |
Potomac Boating...a blast
On Mon, 02 Aug 2010 13:38:11 -0400, wrote:
On Mon, 02 Aug 2010 12:40:01 -0400, Harry ? wrote: On 8/2/10 12:37 PM, wrote: On Mon, 02 Aug 2010 11:48:20 -0400, Harry wrote: More than 80% of the male bass fish in Washington's major river are now exhibiting female traits such as egg production because of a "toxic stew" of pollutants, scientists and campaigners reported yesterday. I thought that was a result of "Don't ask, don't tell" ;-) Could be. I wouldn't swim or fish in that river. The bay isn't quite as bad in many areas, but I still don't swim in it. The problem with the bay is sea nettles. About the time the water gets warm enough to get in, the sea nettles arrive. We used to joke that you could see them from the road on that last hill before you drop in on Chesapeake Beach. Good God, Harry's still on the rag. Man, he oughta get a life. You're right about the sea nettles and warm water in the bay. When there's not been a lot of rain and the water temp goes up, the nettles become unbearable. In the middle of this photo is an island with a nice little sandy beach. It's a great place to hang out, but the nettles have driven us away. This one is just north of Shady Side. http://tinyurl.com/337p2cm Here's another one in the Magothy River. http://tinyurl.com/26ejpau That picture must have been taken during winter, 'cause there's normally a pot full of boats there. -- John H |
Potomac Boating...a blast
On Aug 2, 2:52*pm, Tim wrote:
Awww. fer pitys sake, Harry. Whats the problem with a guy taking his family out for a day of boating? They're having fun. I can tell that Herring enjoys his family and looking at his boat it cost him quite a bit of change so that they could have a blast on the water. I know what a thrill it is to take my family out for a day, especially for the daughter and nephews to go tubing and skiing, and I enjoy reading and seeing others having fun on such an outing. I wish I could have joined them. After all this is a boating group that's origional intentions were to talk about boating and boat related activities. So, give the guy a break, will ya?- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - I think we ought to encourage more of it. |
Potomac Boating...a blast
On Mon, 2 Aug 2010 12:22:46 -0700 (PDT), Tim wrote:
On Aug 2, 1:33*pm, Harry ? wrote: On 8/2/10 2:10 PM, Tim wrote: On Aug 2, 12:38 pm, wrote: On Mon, 02 Aug 2010 12:40:01 -0400, Harry wrote: On 8/2/10 12:37 PM, wrote: On Mon, 02 Aug 2010 11:48:20 -0400, Harry * *wrote: More than 80% of the male bass fish in Washington's major river are now exhibiting female traits such as egg production because of a "toxic stew" of pollutants, scientists and campaigners reported yesterday. I thought that was a result of "Don't ask, don't tell" *;-) Could be. I wouldn't swim or fish in that river. The bay isn't quite as bad in many areas, but I still don't swim in it. The problem with the bay is sea nettles. About the time the water gets warm enough to get in, the sea nettles arrive. We used to joke that you could see them from the road on that last hill before you drop in on Chesapeake Beach. What's a "sea nettle?" stinging jellyfish- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - OK, not many of those around here.... When we get a lot of fresh water in the bay, they're not as bad there either. -- John H |
Potomac Boating...a blast
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says... "Harry ?" wrote in message m... : On 8/2/10 2:57 PM, YukonBound wrote: : : : "I am Tosk" wrote in message : ... : In article , : says... : : Took the boat to Pohick Bay yesterday, after noticing how well the : new cover is : working out. Some very heavy rain got my neighboring boat's cover : over the past : couple weeks. He is now a believer in the use of tight straps rather : than bungee : cords for keeping his cover taut. : : Daughter, SIL, and grandkids arrived at the launch ramp about the : same time I : did, so no one had to wait. With three adults and four little ones, : the boat was : pretty full. The Yamaha 150 had no problem getting us moving though. : : http://tinyurl.com/39klfrb : : I might even have a new boat captain in the making... : : http://tinyurl.com/32a3c48 : : We got to a little boaters beach outside Occoquan, VA, anchored and : let the kids : start running around. : : http://tinyurl.com/34heavr : : The kids wanted to do some tubing, which I'd never tried before. This : was the : tube I got last fall. Worked well, and they had a blast. The picture : takers kept : using the zoom, so most of the tubing shots didn't come out.Here's my : daughter : having fun... : : http://tinyurl.com/2vmqr3r : : Daughter took this picture of my $30,000 towel rack. : : http://tinyurl.com/3ypjvl6 : : Great time had by all! : : Wow, looks like you all had a great time... Wish I could get my boat out : this season, haven't had time yet... : : -- : Rowdy Mouse Racing - We race for cheese! : : ~~ Snerk ~~ : Have you built the boat yet? : Oh yeah... you couldn't unload that green monster, eh? : : : Is that green from house paint...or from...mold? Poking fun at another man's boat . How low can you go, brother? I can go a LOT lower than that, spoofer. I've done it here a lot. I've accused a certain person right here of incest with his daughter. I've accused someone right here of breaking his daughter's arms. And I've done worse. I hate when other people are enjoying their lives because I'm such a miserable fat old coot. |
Potomac Boating...a blast
On 8/2/10 3:19 PM, Harry ? wrote:
"Harry wrote in message m... : On 8/2/10 2:57 PM, YukonBound wrote: : : : "I am wrote in message : ... : In , : says... : : Took the boat to Pohick Bay yesterday, after noticing how well the : new cover is : working out. Some very heavy rain got my neighboring boat's cover : over the past : couple weeks. He is now a believer in the use of tight straps rather : than bungee : cords for keeping his cover taut. : : Daughter, SIL, and grandkids arrived at the launch ramp about the : same time I : did, so no one had to wait. With three adults and four little ones, : the boat was : pretty full. The Yamaha 150 had no problem getting us moving though. : : http://tinyurl.com/39klfrb : : I might even have a new boat captain in the making... : : http://tinyurl.com/32a3c48 : : We got to a little boaters beach outside Occoquan, VA, anchored and : let the kids : start running around. : : http://tinyurl.com/34heavr : : The kids wanted to do some tubing, which I'd never tried before. This : was the : tube I got last fall. Worked well, and they had a blast. The picture : takers kept : using the zoom, so most of the tubing shots didn't come out.Here's my : daughter : having fun... : : http://tinyurl.com/2vmqr3r : : Daughter took this picture of my $30,000 towel rack. : : http://tinyurl.com/3ypjvl6 : : Great time had by all! : : Wow, looks like you all had a great time... Wish I could get my boat out : this season, haven't had time yet... : : -- : Rowdy Mouse Racing - We race for cheese! : : ~~ Snerk ~~ : Have you built the boat yet? : Oh yeah... you couldn't unload that green monster, eh? : : : Is that green from house paint...or from...mold? Poking fun at another man's boat . How low can you go, brother? Never as low as you, spooferboy. |
Potomac Boating...a blast
On 8/2/10 3:52 PM, Tim wrote:
On Aug 2, 10:48 am, Harry wrote: On 8/2/10 11:09 AM, John H wrote: Took the boat to Pohick Bay yesterday, after noticing how well the new cover is working out. Some very heavy rain got my neighboring boat's cover over the past couple weeks. He is now a believer in the use of tight straps rather than bungee cords for keeping his cover taut. Daughter, SIL, and grandkids arrived at the launch ramp about the same time I did, so no one had to wait. With three adults and four little ones, the boat was pretty full. The Yamaha 150 had no problem getting us moving though. http://tinyurl.com/39klfrb I might even have a new boat captain in the making... http://tinyurl.com/32a3c48 We got to a little boaters beach outside Occoquan, VA, anchored and let the kids start running around. http://tinyurl.com/34heavr The kids wanted to do some tubing, which I'd never tried before. This was the tube I got last fall. Worked well, and they had a blast. The picture takers kept using the zoom, so most of the tubing shots didn't come out.Here's my daughter having fun... http://tinyurl.com/2vmqr3r Daughter took this picture of my $30,000 towel rack. http://tinyurl.com/3ypjvl6 Great time had by all! 'Toxic stew' of chemicals causing male fish to carry eggs in testes Intersex fish, found across the US, result from a mix of drugs that mimic natural hormones, say scientists * Suzanne Goldenberg, US environment correspondent * guardian.co.uk, Wednesday 21 April 2010 11.05 BST More than 80% of the male bass fish in Washington's major river are now exhibiting female traits such as egg production because of a "toxic stew" of pollutants, scientists and campaigners reported yesterday. Intersex fish probably result from drugs, such as the contraceptive pill, and other chemicals being flushed into the water and have been found right across the US. The Potomac Conservancy, which focuses on Washington DC's river, called for new research to determine what was causing male smallmouth bass to carry immature eggs in their testes. "We have not been able to identify one particular chemical or one particular source," said Vicki Blazer, a fish biologist with the US geological survey. "We are still trying to get a handle on what chemicals are important." But she said early evidence pointed to a mix of chemicals – commonly used at home as well as those used in large-scale farming operations – causing the deformities. The suspect chemicals mimic natural hormones and disrupt the endocrine system, with young fish being particularly susceptible. The chemicals could include birth control pills and other drugs, toiletries especially those with fragrances, products such as tissues treated with antibacterial agents, or goods treated with flame retardants that find their way into waste water. However, Blazer also pointed to runoff from fertilisers and pesticides from agricultural areas. About 5 million people live in the greater Washington area, and 90% of them get their drinking water from the Potomac. "We need to get these toxins out of our river water," said Hedrick Belin, the president of the Potomac Conservancy. The campaign group called for $3m (£1.9m) in research over three years on endocrine disrupters on their effects on fish. It also called on the authorities to involve pharmaceutical companies in the safe disposal of drugs, and to invest in technology that can filter out endocrine disrupting compounds. - - - Well, that explains why herring is such a girlie girl...he swims in a river of ****, and takes his grandchildren to swim there, too. Health problems in their future?- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - Awww. fer pitys sake, Harry. Whats the problem with a guy taking his family out for a day of boating? They're having fun. I can tell that Herring enjoys his family and looking at his boat it cost him quite a bit of change so that they could have a blast on the water. I know what a thrill it is to take my family out for a day, especially for the daughter and nephews to go tubing and skiing, and I enjoy reading and seeing others having fun on such an outing. I wish I could have joined them. After all this is a boating group that's origional intentions were to talk about boating and boat related activities. So, give the guy a break, will ya? My comments were about swimming in a river of pollution, not boating in it. |
Potomac Boating...a blast
On Mon, 2 Aug 2010 12:52:25 -0700 (PDT), Tim wrote:
On Aug 2, 10:48*am, Harry ? wrote: On 8/2/10 11:09 AM, John H wrote: Took the boat to Pohick Bay yesterday, after noticing how well the new cover is working out. Some very heavy rain got my neighboring boat's cover over the past couple weeks. He is now a believer in the use of tight straps rather than bungee cords for keeping his cover taut. Daughter, SIL, and grandkids arrived at the launch ramp about the same time I did, so no one had to wait. With three adults and four little ones, the boat was pretty full. The Yamaha 150 had no problem getting us moving though. http://tinyurl.com/39klfrb I might even have a new boat captain in the making... http://tinyurl.com/32a3c48 We got to a little boaters beach outside Occoquan, VA, anchored and let the kids start running around. http://tinyurl.com/34heavr The kids wanted to do some tubing, which I'd never tried before. This was the tube I got last fall. Worked well, and they had a blast. The picture takers kept using the zoom, so most of the tubing shots didn't come out.Here's my daughter having fun... http://tinyurl.com/2vmqr3r Daughter took this picture of my $30,000 towel rack. http://tinyurl.com/3ypjvl6 Great time had by all! 'Toxic stew' of chemicals causing male fish to carry eggs in testes Intersex fish, found across the US, result from a mix of drugs that mimic natural hormones, say scientists * * ** Suzanne Goldenberg, US environment correspondent * * ** guardian.co.uk, Wednesday 21 April 2010 11.05 BST More than 80% of the male bass fish in Washington's major river are now exhibiting female traits such as egg production because of a "toxic stew" of pollutants, scientists and campaigners reported yesterday. Intersex fish probably result from drugs, such as the contraceptive pill, and other chemicals being flushed into the water and have been found right across the US. The Potomac Conservancy, which focuses on Washington DC's river, called for new research to determine what was causing male smallmouth bass to carry immature eggs in their testes. "We have not been able to identify one particular chemical or one particular source," said Vicki Blazer, a fish biologist with the US geological survey. "We are still trying to get a handle on what chemicals are important." But she said early evidence pointed to a mix of chemicals – commonly used at home as well as those used in large-scale farming operations – causing the deformities. The suspect chemicals mimic natural hormones and disrupt the endocrine system, with young fish being particularly susceptible. The chemicals could include birth control pills and other drugs, toiletries especially those with fragrances, products such as tissues treated with antibacterial agents, or goods treated with flame retardants that find their way into waste water. However, Blazer also pointed to runoff from fertilisers and pesticides from agricultural areas. About 5 million people live in the greater Washington area, and 90% of them get their drinking water from the Potomac. "We need to get these toxins out of our river water," said Hedrick Belin, the president of the Potomac Conservancy. The campaign group called for $3m (£1.9m) in research over three years on endocrine disrupters on their effects on fish. It also called on the authorities to involve pharmaceutical companies in the safe disposal of drugs, and to invest in technology that can filter out endocrine disrupting compounds. - - - Well, that explains why herring is such a girlie girl...he swims in a river of ****, and takes his grandchildren to swim there, too. Health problems in their future?- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - Awww. fer pitys sake, Harry. Whats the problem with a guy taking his family out for a day of boating? They're having fun. I can tell that Herring enjoys his family and looking at his boat it cost him quite a bit of change so that they could have a blast on the water. I know what a thrill it is to take my family out for a day, especially for the daughter and nephews to go tubing and skiing, and I enjoy reading and seeing others having fun on such an outing. I wish I could have joined them. After all this is a boating group that's origional intentions were to talk about boating and boat related activities. So, give the guy a break, will ya? Tim, he's trolling. I don't need a 'break' from Harry. Harry needs to give himself a break, like trying to become reacquainted with his family. Maybe then he wouldn't have the negative philosophy he does now. -- John H |
Potomac Boating...a blast
On Aug 2, 3:30*pm, wrote:
On Mon, 2 Aug 2010 11:10:45 -0700 (PDT), Tim wrote: What's a "sea nettle?" Stinging jelly fish doesn't quite cover it. Imagine something the size of a large inverted soup bowl with tentacles about 3 feet long that wrap around you and set you on fire everywhere they touch you. ... That sort of thing. It certainly changes the way you water ski. You learn how to sit on the gunnel of one boat, while the pull boat yanks you off. Then you are real careful not to fall no matter what. To stop you either coast up on the beach or ski up next to the other boat and roll in. That was a $35 fine the last time I did it *;-) $35.00 fine is a lot less than pain killers, antibiotics and dr. bills. |
Potomac Boating...a blast
On Aug 2, 3:30*pm, wrote:
On Mon, 2 Aug 2010 11:10:45 -0700 (PDT), Tim wrote: What's a "sea nettle?" Stinging jelly fish doesn't quite cover it. Imagine something the size of a large inverted soup bowl with tentacles about 3 feet long that wrap around you and set you on fire everywhere they touch you. ... That sort of thing. It certainly changes the way you water ski. You learn how to sit on the gunnel of one boat, while the pull boat yanks you off. Then you are real careful not to fall no matter what. To stop you either coast up on the beach or ski up next to the other boat and roll in. That was a $35 fine the last time I did it *;-) Several years ago, my sister was with friends in either Jamaica or some place in the Bahams and she was stung by a jelly fish of some sorts. I believe it may have been a man-o-war. She was almost hospitalized over it. Hard reaction and bad swelling in her ankle. |
Potomac Boating...a blast
On 8/2/10 4:33 PM, Tim wrote:
On Aug 2, 3:30 pm, wrote: On Mon, 2 Aug 2010 11:10:45 -0700 (PDT), wrote: What's a "sea nettle?" Stinging jelly fish doesn't quite cover it. Imagine something the size of a large inverted soup bowl with tentacles about 3 feet long that wrap around you and set you on fire everywhere they touch you. ... That sort of thing. It certainly changes the way you water ski. You learn how to sit on the gunnel of one boat, while the pull boat yanks you off. Then you are real careful not to fall no matter what. To stop you either coast up on the beach or ski up next to the other boat and roll in. That was a $35 fine the last time I did it ;-) $35.00 fine is a lot less than pain killers, antibiotics and dr. bills. I've seen devout water skiers wearing wetsuits with booties to avoid stings. |
Potomac Boating...a blast
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says... On 8/2/10 3:52 PM, Tim wrote: On Aug 2, 10:48 am, Harry wrote: On 8/2/10 11:09 AM, John H wrote: Took the boat to Pohick Bay yesterday, after noticing how well the new cover is working out. Some very heavy rain got my neighboring boat's cover over the past couple weeks. He is now a believer in the use of tight straps rather than bungee cords for keeping his cover taut. Daughter, SIL, and grandkids arrived at the launch ramp about the same time I did, so no one had to wait. With three adults and four little ones, the boat was pretty full. The Yamaha 150 had no problem getting us moving though. http://tinyurl.com/39klfrb I might even have a new boat captain in the making... http://tinyurl.com/32a3c48 We got to a little boaters beach outside Occoquan, VA, anchored and let the kids start running around. http://tinyurl.com/34heavr The kids wanted to do some tubing, which I'd never tried before. This was the tube I got last fall. Worked well, and they had a blast. The picture takers kept using the zoom, so most of the tubing shots didn't come out.Here's my daughter having fun... http://tinyurl.com/2vmqr3r Daughter took this picture of my $30,000 towel rack. http://tinyurl.com/3ypjvl6 Great time had by all! 'Toxic stew' of chemicals causing male fish to carry eggs in testes Intersex fish, found across the US, result from a mix of drugs that mimic natural hormones, say scientists * Suzanne Goldenberg, US environment correspondent * guardian.co.uk, Wednesday 21 April 2010 11.05 BST More than 80% of the male bass fish in Washington's major river are now exhibiting female traits such as egg production because of a "toxic stew" of pollutants, scientists and campaigners reported yesterday. Intersex fish probably result from drugs, such as the contraceptive pill, and other chemicals being flushed into the water and have been found right across the US. The Potomac Conservancy, which focuses on Washington DC's river, called for new research to determine what was causing male smallmouth bass to carry immature eggs in their testes. "We have not been able to identify one particular chemical or one particular source," said Vicki Blazer, a fish biologist with the US geological survey. "We are still trying to get a handle on what chemicals are important." But she said early evidence pointed to a mix of chemicals ? commonly used at home as well as those used in large-scale farming operations ? causing the deformities. The suspect chemicals mimic natural hormones and disrupt the endocrine system, with young fish being particularly susceptible. The chemicals could include birth control pills and other drugs, toiletries especially those with fragrances, products such as tissues treated with antibacterial agents, or goods treated with flame retardants that find their way into waste water. However, Blazer also pointed to runoff from fertilisers and pesticides from agricultural areas. About 5 million people live in the greater Washington area, and 90% of them get their drinking water from the Potomac. "We need to get these toxins out of our river water," said Hedrick Belin, the president of the Potomac Conservancy. The campaign group called for $3m (£1.9m) in research over three years on endocrine disrupters on their effects on fish. It also called on the authorities to involve pharmaceutical companies in the safe disposal of drugs, and to invest in technology that can filter out endocrine disrupting compounds. - - - Well, that explains why herring is such a girlie girl...he swims in a river of ****, and takes his grandchildren to swim there, too. Health problems in their future?- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - Awww. fer pitys sake, Harry. Whats the problem with a guy taking his family out for a day of boating? They're having fun. I can tell that Herring enjoys his family and looking at his boat it cost him quite a bit of change so that they could have a blast on the water. I know what a thrill it is to take my family out for a day, especially for the daughter and nephews to go tubing and skiing, and I enjoy reading and seeing others having fun on such an outing. I wish I could have joined them. After all this is a boating group that's origional intentions were to talk about boating and boat related activities. So, give the guy a break, will ya? My comments were about swimming in a river of pollution, not boating in it. Put on your hazmat suit, you loser spoofer. |
Potomac Boating...a blast
"JustWaitAFrekinMinute!" wrote in message ... Tell Harry it's a Brockway, *it get's house paint* once in a while. Either way, Harry wouldn't understand, it's a boater thing up here in the North East... I believe that should be... 'it GETS house paint' |
Potomac Boating...a blast
On 8/2/10 6:07 PM, YukonBound wrote:
"JustWaitAFrekinMinute!" wrote in message ... Tell Harry it's a Brockway, *it get's house paint* once in a while. Either way, Harry wouldn't understand, it's a boater thing up here in the North East... I believe that should be... 'it GETS house paint' Probably lead based... |
Potomac Boating...a blast
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says... Took the boat to Pohick Bay yesterday, after noticing how well the new cover is working out. Some very heavy rain got my neighboring boat's cover over the past couple weeks. He is now a believer in the use of tight straps rather than bungee cords for keeping his cover taut. Daughter, SIL, and grandkids arrived at the launch ramp about the same time I did, so no one had to wait. With three adults and four little ones, the boat was pretty full. The Yamaha 150 had no problem getting us moving though. http://tinyurl.com/39klfrb I might even have a new boat captain in the making... http://tinyurl.com/32a3c48 We got to a little boaters beach outside Occoquan, VA, anchored and let the kids start running around. http://tinyurl.com/34heavr The kids wanted to do some tubing, which I'd never tried before. This was the tube I got last fall. Worked well, and they had a blast. The picture takers kept using the zoom, so most of the tubing shots didn't come out.Here's my daughter having fun... http://tinyurl.com/2vmqr3r Daughter took this picture of my $30,000 towel rack. http://tinyurl.com/3ypjvl6 Great time had by all! Looks like you spend some time in Belmot Bay. |
Potomac Boating...a blast
On Mon, 2 Aug 2010 19:30:23 -0400, BAR wrote:
In article , says... Took the boat to Pohick Bay yesterday, after noticing how well the new cover is working out. Some very heavy rain got my neighboring boat's cover over the past couple weeks. He is now a believer in the use of tight straps rather than bungee cords for keeping his cover taut. Daughter, SIL, and grandkids arrived at the launch ramp about the same time I did, so no one had to wait. With three adults and four little ones, the boat was pretty full. The Yamaha 150 had no problem getting us moving though. http://tinyurl.com/39klfrb I might even have a new boat captain in the making... http://tinyurl.com/32a3c48 We got to a little boaters beach outside Occoquan, VA, anchored and let the kids start running around. http://tinyurl.com/34heavr The kids wanted to do some tubing, which I'd never tried before. This was the tube I got last fall. Worked well, and they had a blast. The picture takers kept using the zoom, so most of the tubing shots didn't come out.Here's my daughter having fun... http://tinyurl.com/2vmqr3r Daughter took this picture of my $30,000 towel rack. http://tinyurl.com/3ypjvl6 Great time had by all! Looks like you spend some time in Belmot Bay. That's where the boaters' beach is. We've been going there since the mid-80's. Now that it's a state park, Mason Neck State Park, much of the wildness has gone way down. The Park Rangers have clamped down somewhat and made it more a family place with lots of kids running around.. There's still a few young folks drinking some beer, but not nearly as bad as it once was. -- John H |
Potomac Boating...a blast
In article ,
says... On Mon, 2 Aug 2010 19:30:23 -0400, BAR wrote: In article , says... Took the boat to Pohick Bay yesterday, after noticing how well the new cover is working out. Some very heavy rain got my neighboring boat's cover over the past couple weeks. He is now a believer in the use of tight straps rather than bungee cords for keeping his cover taut. Daughter, SIL, and grandkids arrived at the launch ramp about the same time I did, so no one had to wait. With three adults and four little ones, the boat was pretty full. The Yamaha 150 had no problem getting us moving though. http://tinyurl.com/39klfrb I might even have a new boat captain in the making... http://tinyurl.com/32a3c48 We got to a little boaters beach outside Occoquan, VA, anchored and let the kids start running around. http://tinyurl.com/34heavr The kids wanted to do some tubing, which I'd never tried before. This was the tube I got last fall. Worked well, and they had a blast. The picture takers kept using the zoom, so most of the tubing shots didn't come out.Here's my daughter having fun... http://tinyurl.com/2vmqr3r Daughter took this picture of my $30,000 towel rack. http://tinyurl.com/3ypjvl6 Great time had by all! Looks like you spend some time in Belmot Bay. That's where the boaters' beach is. We've been going there since the mid-80's. Now that it's a state park, Mason Neck State Park, much of the wildness has gone way down. The Park Rangers have clamped down somewhat and made it more a family place with lots of kids running around.. There's still a few young folks drinking some beer, but not nearly as bad as it once was. We used to go there in the 70's very early in the morning to water ski. It was like glass. When the sun came up and the wind kicked in a little we would leave about 9:00 AM. The biggest problem we had was from the end of June thru August when there was a lot of boats anchored by the shore. We had been skiing since late March each Sat and Sun and these late comers would get mad when we showed up at 7:00 AM to take advantage of the glassy water surface. The best fun was to see who could slalom ski back to Neabsco Creek from Belmont Bay without falling. |
Potomac Boating...a blast
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