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Let your love for the sea be known with our huge collection of handcrafted  Nautical Sailboat Models ! Ideal for any collector and perfect for use as decor, our model ships are designed to add a nautical atmosphere anywhere they are placed. They also make thoughtful gifts for friends who love the sea. Arriving fully assembled and ready for display, we also offer tabletop and stand-alone display cases for the avid collector.

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Wooden viking drakkar model boat 24".

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Rustic Intrepid Limited Model Sailboat - 60" Everything Nautical proudly presents the Rustic Intrepid Limited Model Sailboat - 60". Increased craftsmanship and significantly upgraded deck features highlight our newly...

Enterprise Limited Model Sailboat 35" Everything Nautical proudly presents the Enterprise Limited Model Sailboat 60" . With the winning spirit of her famous namesake, the presence of this sailing ship model of America’s Cup winner Enterprise...

Intrepid Limited Model Sailboat - 60" Everything Nautical proudly presents the Intrepid Limited Model Sailboat - 60". Increased craftsmanship and significantly upgraded deck features highlight our newly...

Sailboat Model with Blue Stripes 12" - Min. of 2 Add a nautical flair to your home or office with the Sailboat Model with Blue Stripes 12" - Min. of 2 from Everything Nautical! What could be more fun than having this set of colorful...

American Sailboat - Red - White - Blue- 12" Min. of 2 Add a nautical flair to your home or office with the American Sailboat - Red - White - Blue- 12" Min. of 2 from Everything Nautical! What could be more fun than having this set of...

Endeavour Lux Model Sailboat - 36" Everything Nautical proudly presents the Endeavour Lux Model Sailboat - 36" With the winning spirit of her famous namesake, the presence of this sailing ship model...

Columbia Sailboat - America's Cup - 56" Everything Nautical proudly presents the Columbia Sailboat - America's Cup - 56"  Perfect for the nautical décor theme of a room with existing rustic décor, bedroom shelf or office desk,...

Columbia Sailboat - America's Cup - 46.5" Everything Nautical proudly presents the Columbia Sailboat - America's Cup - 46.5"  Perfect for the nautical décor theme of a room with existing rustic décor, bedroom shelf or office...

Columbia -  America's Cup Sailboat - 65" Everything Nautical proudly presents the Columbia -  America's Cup Sailboat - 65"  Perfect for the nautical décor theme of a room with existing rustic décor, bedroom shelf or...

Columbia -  America's Cup Sailboat - 35.5" Everything Nautical proudly presents the Columbia - America's Cup Sailboat - 35.5"  Perfect for the nautical décor theme of a room with existing rustic décor, bedroom shelf or...

Columbia -  America's Cup Sailboat - 46.7" Everything Nautical proudly presents the Columbia -  America's Cup Sailboat - 46.7"  Perfect for the nautical décor theme of a room with existing rustic décor, bedroom shelf or...

Everything Nautical proudly presents the Ship Model Wall Display. This is an elegant wood wall mount display for ship models. Screws & brackets are included Note images with ships displayed on it with varying size bases. The base for your...

Intrepid Limited Model Sailboat - 27" Everything Nautical proudly presents the Intrepid Limited Model Sailboat - 27". Increased craftsmanship and significantly upgraded deck features highlight our newly...

  Rustic Enterprise Limited Model Sailboat - 27" Everything Nautical proudly presents the Rustic Enterprise Limited Model Sailboat - 27".  Wind and waves will take you away on Enterprise racing model sailboats with these Limited...

Endeavour Limited Edition Model Sailboat - 35" Everything Nautical proudly presents the Endeavour Limited Edition Model Sailboat Decoration -  35". With the winning spirit of her famous namesake, the presence of this sailing ship model...

 Wooden Enterprise Limited Model Sailboat 27" Everything Nautical proudly presents the Wooden Enterprise Limited Model Sailboat 27".  Wind and waves will take you away on Enterprise racing model sailboats with these Limited Edition yacht...

Bluenose II Model Sailboat - 35"  Everything Nautical proudly presents the Bluenose II Model Sailboat - 35" . With a sleek elegance that won her numerous titles in both racing and fishing competitions, this brilliant model livens up...

Ranger Model Sailboat America's Cup - 26" Everything Nautical proudly presents the Ranger Model Sailboat America's Cup - 26" With the winning spirit of her famous namesake, the presence of this sailing ship model of America’s Cup winner...

America's Cup Columbia Model Ship - Mid Presenting the all new America's Cup Columbia Model Ship - Mid from Everything Nautical.  Here's your chance to own the historic Columbia, 2 time winner of America's Cup. A truly magnificent and...

Sailboats - They Float 12" - Set of 2 Everything Nautical proudly presents our new It Floats - Sailboat. These really are "whatever floats your boat! These sailboats are freshly designed with increased craftsmanship and is our debut...

Sailboats - They Float 12" - Set of 2 Everything Nautical proudly presents our new It Floats - Sailboat.  These really are "whatever floats your boat! These sailboats are freshly designed with increased craftsmanship and is our...

J5 Classic Yacht Everything Nautical proudly presents the carefully handcrafted, and famous J Classic Yacht. A J-Class yacht is a single-masted racing yacht built to the specifications of Nathanael Herreshoff's Universal Rule. The J-Class are...

 Vintage Enterprise Limited Model Sailboat America's Cup 35" Everything Nautical proudly presents the Vintage Enterprise Limited Model Sailboat America's Cup 35" . With the winning spirit of her famous namesake, the presence of this...

Ranger Model Sailboat America's Cup - 35" Everything Nautical proudly presents the Ranger Model Sailboat America's Cup - 35" With the winning spirit of her famous namesake, the presence of this sailing ship model of America’s Cup winner...

Rustic Whitewashed Enterprise Limited Model Sailboat 35" Everything Nautical proudly presents the Rustic Whitewashed Enterprise Limited Model Sailboat 35" . With the winning spirit of her famous namesake, the presence of this sailing ship model of...

Wooden Viking Drakkar Model Boat 24" Everything Nautical proudly presents the Wooden Viking Drakkar Model Boat -24". Share the courageous spirit of adventure that made the Vikings the greatest explorers, traders and feared raiders of...

Wooden Viking Drakkar with Embroidered Raven Limited Model- 14" Everything Nautical proudly presents the Wooden Viking Drakkar with Embroidered Raven Limited Model- 14". Share the courageous spirit of adventure that made the Vikings the...

Wooden Viking Drakkar Model Boat -14" Everything Nautical proudly presents the Wooden Viking Drakkar Model Boat -14". Share the courageous spirit of adventure that made the Vikings the greatest explorers, traders and feared raiders of...

Newport Sloop- Rustic - 30" Everything Nautical proudly presents the Newport Sloop - Rustic - Limited 30".   Perfect for the nautical decor theme of a room with existing rustic decor, bedroom shelf or office desk, the graceful lines of...

Bluenose Model Sailboat - 24" Everything Nautical proudly presents the Bluenose Model Sailboat - 24". With a sleek elegance that won her numerous titles in both racing and fishing competitions, this brilliant model livens up any room or office...

Shamrock Limited Model Sailboat - 27" Everything Nautical proudly presents the Shamrock Shamrock Limited Model Sailboat - 27". Increased craftsmanship and significantly upgraded deck features highlight our newly redesigned Limited Edition...

United States Coast Guard USCG Eagle Tall Model Ship -15" Everything Nautical proudly presents the United States Coast Guard USCG Eagle Tall Model Ship -15". The legendary cutter USCG Eagle is proudly recreated here in stunning detail,...

Endeavour Racing Yacht  Everything Nautical proudly presents the carefully handcrafted, and famous Endeavor Racing Yacht, the Endeavour Racing Yacht . This version of the Endeavour is slightly different from the MD-349 in size and color...

Outer Banks Sailboat  Everything Nautical proudly presents the carefully handcrafted, Outer Banks Sailboat. Sail the Outer Banks with this sailboat whether it be off Nag's Head, or Cape Cod. Or, perhaps your sailboat is sailing off the Outer...

Sailboats - 9" - Set of 4 Add a nautical flair to your home or office with these cutter style Sailboats - 9" - Set of 4! What could be more fun than having this set of colorful Sailboats! How  These boats are replicas of many of the...

Endeavour & Enterprise Sailboats -21" - Set of 2 Everything Nautical proudly presents the Endeavor and Enterprise - 21" Set of 2. A winner and challenger in the America's Cup. Now you can display both at a very moderate price...

Sailboats - 13.5" - Set of 4 Add a nautical flair to your home or office with the Sailboats - 13.5" - Set of 4! What could be more fun than having this set of colorful Sailboats! How  These boats are replicas of many of the sailboats on...

American Sailboats - Red - White - Blue- 12" Set of 4 Add a nautical flair to your home or office with the Set of American Sailboats - Red - White - Blue from Everything Nautical! What could be more fun than having this set of...

Endeavour Model Sailboat - Rustic - 60" Everything Nautical proudly presents the Endeavour Model Sailboat - Rustic - 60". With the winning spirit of her famous namesake, the presence of this sailing ship model...

Endeavour Model Sailboat - 35" Everything Nautical proudly presents the Endeavour Model Sailboat - 35". With the winning spirit of her famous namesake, the presence of this sailing ship model...

Endeavour Limited Model Sailboat 27" Everything Nautical proudly presents the Endeavour Limited Model Sailboat 27". Newly redesigned, our Limited Edition sailing ship models of the famous America’s Cup challenger Endeavour feature...

Columbia Limited Model Sailboat - 60" Everything Nautical proudly presents the Columbia Limited Model Sailboat - 60"  Perfect for the nautical decor theme of a room with existing decor, bedroom shelf or office desk, the graceful lines of this...

Columbia Limited Model Sailboat - 25" Everything Nautical proudly presents the Columbia Limited Model Sailboat - 25"  Perfect for the nautical décor theme of a room with existing rustic décor, bedroom shelf or office desk, the...

Columbia  Sailboat - Rustic - Limited 30" Everything Nautical proudly presents the Columbia Sailboat - Rustic - Limited 30".  Perfect for the nautical decor theme of a room with existing rustic decor, bedroom shelf or office desk, the...

Wooden Columbia America's Cup Limited Edition - 25" Everything Nautical proudly presents the Wooden Columbia America's Cup Limited Edition  - 25" Let the wind and waves take you away with this Limited Edition wooden model sailboat of the...

American Sailboats - Red - White - Blue- 17" Set of 4 Add a nautical flair to your home or office with the Set of American Sailboats - Red - White - Blue from Everything Nautical! What could be more fun than having this set of...

Sailing Boat I Everything Nautical proudly presents the carefully handcrafted, Sailing Boat I  A perfect gift for the boating enthusiast, the passionate collector or simply those who appreciate the nautical life. Dimensions 29"" H x 3.5" D x 20"...

Tippecanoe Boats

Tippecanoe boats.

We produce the highest quality model sailboats, toy sailboats, and radio controlled model sailing boats in the world.

After 36 years of business, there are now over 70,000 Tippecanoe model sailboats sailing in more than 65 countries around the world!

Our Mission:

Our mission is to continue the wonderful tradition of model sailboats, especially wooden model sailboats, that really sail. Our boats have provided thousands of hours of happy outdoors experiences for countless adults and youngsters. We hear back from owners almost every day about how much they enjoy their boats and how pleased they are that we are doing what we do. In their small way, model sailing boats make the world a better place for all of us.

Our Origin:

Will Lesh is the founder, designer, and owner of Tippecanoe Boats. Will grew up with a classic Jacrim Seaworthy model sailing yacht which he sailed for many summers on Lake Tippecanoe along with his sister who also had a beautiful Keystone pond yacht.

“It has been in memory of those many happy hours that I have brought these beautiful toy sailboats back to life, and of course we have added a terrific collection of sensational RC model sailboats as well which make splendid projects for craftsmen as well as for first time builders and sailors.” – Will Lesh, Founder and Designer

“I have a 100 ton license. I built my own 24 foot sailboat and sailed it across the Atlantic. I own a 34 foot cruising sloop, a laser, two MC Scows, a Hobie 14, a windsurfer, a 420, my 24 foot trans-Atlantic sloop, a 12 foot laminated mahogany sailing dinghy, 5 kayaks and 2 canoes (also two 37 foot steel sailboats in process). I am passionate about sailing boats and human powered boats of all sizes. But I still love sailing the model boats, they are so fun and beautiful and bring the joy of sailing alive in a very special way. In fact, I think I sail and race our model boats more frequently than I use my full sized boats! You can count on every one of our Tippecanoe boats, free-sailing toy boats and sophisticated radio control boats, to sail exceptionally well. I guarantee it!” – Will Lesh, Founder and Designer

Will Lesh lives and breathes sailing. He always has, and he always will.

Will started, and continues to run, Tippecanoe Boats in order to spread his love for sailing to all:

“I sail, therefore I am!”

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Model Yachting: A Comprehensive Guide to the Hobby

• By - Kyle Hilson
• Posted on November 13, 2023 November 14, 2023
• Posted in RC Boats

Model yachting is a fascinating hobby or sport that involves building miniature versions of sailing yachts that can be sailed on water. It is a popular pastime enjoyed by people of all ages, and it is a great way to improve one’s patience, attention to detail and enjoyment of nature. Model yachting has a long and rich history, having begun as a hobby for wealthy yacht owners who wanted to recreate their vessels in miniature form. Over time, it has evolved into an organized sport, with national and international competitions held regularly. The boats used in model yachting come in different types such as radio-controlled, free-sailing, and pond yachts each having unique characteristics that make them ideal for different situations. With its history, different types of boats are used, and competitions it has to offer, model yachting is truly a fascinating and engaging hobby for all enthusiasts. In this article, we will dive into the different aspects of model yachting to give you a better understanding of what this sport is all about.

The History of Model Yachting

Model yachting has a long and rich history that dates back to the 1840s when wealthy yacht owners created miniature versions of their boats to be sailed on ponds and lakes. Since then, model yachting has come a long way, with its own subcultures, clubs, and competitions. Here are some key events and figures in the history of model yachting :

• In 1876, model yachting was introduced to the United States through the New York Yacht Club .
• The National Model Sailing Association (NMSA) was established in 1901 and became the governing body for model yachting in the US.
• The first world championships in model yachting were held in England in 1920.

Over the years, model yachting continued to evolve, with new materials and technologies allowing for even more intricate and realistic models. Today, there are many different types of model yachts available, ranging from simple wooden boats to high-tech carbon fiber creations. If you’re interested in learning more about the history of model yachting , there are many resources available, including websites, books, and magazines. Some popular websites for model yachting enthusiasts include Model Yachting Magazine and the American Model Yachting Association .

What is the history of racing yachts?

Racing yachts have been around for centuries but the modern era of yacht racing began in the mid-19th century with the creation of regattas and yacht clubs. The America’s Cup, first held in 1851, is one of the oldest and most prestigious yacht races in the world. In the 20th century, advances in technology led to the development of faster and more efficient racing yachts. Today, yacht racing is a popular sport, with many competitions held around the world.

For more information about yacht racing, you can visit the websites of the International Sailing Federation (ISAF), World Sailing, and the Royal Yacht Association (RYA). Yacht racing enthusiasts can find a wide variety of products, from sailing gear to yacht equipment, on websites such as West Marine and Sailrite.

How to Get Started in Model Yachting

If you’re interested in trying model yachting for the first time, here are some steps you can take to get started:

• Research different types of model yachts: There are many different types of model yachts available, each with its own unique features and characteristics. Research different types of boats and their advantages and disadvantages to decide which one is right for you.
• Join a local club: Joining a local model yachting club is a great way to connect with other enthusiasts, learn about the sport and practice your skills.
• Find a body of water: You’ll need a pond, lake, or small bay to sail your model yacht. Ensure it’s a safe location and has good access.
• Get the right equipment: You’ll need a model yacht kit, radio control equipment, batteries and more. Take the time to get good equipment to prevent scale effect over time.
• Practice, Practice, Practice: Learning to sail a model yacht takes time and patience. Keep practicing to improve your skills.

Moreover, model yachting can also have a creative, DIY aspect too. Some people enjoy building every part of their boats from scratch, while others enjoy customizing commercially available models with their own unique touches. A table displaying the different types and features of available model yachts can be a good way to showcase this information.

How do I start working on a yacht?

To start working on a yacht, you can follow the below steps:

• Get necessary training and certifications, such as STCW Basic Safety Training, ENG1 medical certificate, and a sailing license.
• Network and connect with people in the industry, attend job fairs and conferences.
• Consider joining a crew agency, such as Crew4Yachts, YPI Crew, or DieselCrew.
• Search for job postings on yacht-specific job websites, such as Yachting Pages or Yotspot.

It’s essential to have relevant experience in the yachting industry and a willingness to work hard. With persistence and dedication, you can begin your career on a yacht.

Types of Model Yachting Boats

Model yachts come in different shapes and sizes, making them suitable for different levels of experience, budgets, and preferences. Here are some popular types of model yachting boats :

• Radios Control, or RC boats: Ideal for those who prefer precision, remote control or competitive sailing, these boats can be maneuvered with precision steering and speed control through specialized remote control units or employing the usage of mobile applications.
• Free Sailing Boats: Although this type of model yacht has limited control over the yacht’s trajectory, these boats are perfect for casual sailing and less organized competitions. They typically use a built-in sail and do not rely on radio control.
• Pond Yachts: Pond yacht’s roots date back to the sailboat models collectors and enthusiasts of the 19th century. These newly available from companies like vintage model company’s pond yachts come equipped with high-end details, advanced manufacturing techniques, and optional upgrades, making them both stunning and practical.

Regardless of the type of model yacht you choose, investing in a good quality boat that suits your skill level and sailing preference is key. There are several online resources and stores you can use, such as model yacht online shops, specialized forums and websites, like amya.org .

Model yachting competitions have become increasingly popular and organized over the years, attracting enthusiasts from around the world who compete for titles and medals. Here are some of the different types of model yachting competitions:

• Club Events: These are typically small, casual events held by local clubs, where participants can practice their sailing skills and get to know other enthusiasts in their area.
• Regional Competitions: Held throughout the year, regional competitions gather competitors from clubs within a specific region or state. These events often spark long-lasting friendships and rivalries, making them a great opportunity to see how well you stand next to others outside of your demographic.
• National and International Events: These are the biggest and most prestigious model yachting events, drawing competitors from all over the world. They typically take place over multiple days and involve a variety of competitions and social events.

To compete in these events, it is important to follow the specific rules and guidelines of each competition. Registration is required and can come at a steep price tag. There are also specialized websites such as modelyachting.org and various model yachting magazines like Model Yachting Magazine and Yachts & Yachting offering coverage of competitions and general information about the sport.

What is competitive yachting?

Competitive yachting, also known as yacht racing, involves sailing boats of different classes in a race against each other to determine the fastest vessel and crew. Yacht racing can take place in open seas, lakes or rivers and can range from a casual contest to a highly competitive international event.

Types of yacht racing categories may include:

• Inshore racing
• Offshore racing
• Match racing
• Cruising racing

There are several international organizations that govern yacht racing, including World Sailing, International Maxi Association and Offshore Racing Congress.

For those interested in getting involved in competitive yachting, there are several resources available, including:

• Yacht racing clubs
• Online forums and communities
• Training courses and schools

Additionally, there are several websites that provide information on upcoming yacht races, yacht racing news and results, and resources for yacht owners and crew members, including Sail World, Yachting World, and Sailing Anarchy.

Advantages and Disadvantages of Model Yachting

Model yachting is a fun and rewarding hobby, but it does come with its own sets of advantages and disadvantages.

• Improves Patience: Building and sailing a model yacht involves a lot of patience and attention to detail, helping you become more focused and disciplined.
• Embraces Nature: Model yachting takes place on water, providing a great opportunity to spend time outdoors and enjoy the beauty of nature.
• Friendly Competition: Competitions offer a chance to meet other enthusiasts and participate in friendly competitions that can help improve your skills.
• Provides a Sense of Accomplishment: Successfully building and sailing a model yacht can provide a great sense of achievement and satisfaction.
• Time-Consuming: The construction of a model yacht can take up a significant amount of time, depending on the size of the yacht and level of detail put into it.
• Equipment Challenges: Model yachting equipment can be expensive and needs to be well-maintained in order to work correctly, that requires long-term financial and time commitments.
• Weather Restrictions: Inclement weather can affect sailing conditions, limiting the amount of time you can spend on the water.
• Seasonal Hobby: Model yachting is a seasonal hobby for most people, as cold temperatures and frozen bodies of water can make it impossible to sail during the winter months.

In the end, the choice of whether or not to pursue model yachting depends largely on personal interests and the amount of time and money one is willing to commit. Nonetheless, it’s an excellent and satisfying sport/hobby that is well worth considering for those who love challenges and being close to nature.

What is the benefit of yachting?

There are numerous benefits of yachting, including:

• Relaxation: Yachting provides an escape from the stresses of everyday life and can be a peaceful way to unwind and recharge.
• Adventure: Exploring new destinations and discovering hidden coves and beaches can be an exciting and adventurous experience.
• Socialization: Yachting can be a great way to connect with others who share your passion for the water and boating.
• Health and Wellness: Yachting offers opportunities for exercise such as swimming, snorkeling and paddleboarding, which can promote physical and mental wellbeing.
• Nature Appreciation: Yachting allows for a unique perspective to appreciate the beauty of nature such as marine life and stunning sunsets.

If you are interested in taking up yachting, there are many websites and products available that can help you get started. Some popular resources include:

• Boatsetter: A platform for renting or chartering a yacht with a network of over 14,000 yachts worldwide.
• YachtWorld: A global resource for buying and selling yachts with over 100,000 listings.
• Cruising World: A magazine focused on yachting and cruising lifestyle that provides information on destinations, boats, gear and more.

In conclusion, model yachting is an exciting sport/hobby that combines your interest in recreation, art, and the outdoors. With a rich history and a variety of boats and competitions on offer; building and sailing a model yacht can be a great way for people of all ages to enjoy time in the great outdoors, learning new skills and meeting like-minded individuals. While it does require time, patience, and passion, the end result is a beautiful and functional model yacht that gives complete satisfaction and builds self-confidence.

Whether you’re looking for a peaceful and relaxing hobby or one that challenges your competitive spirit, model yachting covers it all. With a little bit of research, joining local clubs or attending competitions could be your first step towards the world of model navigation. Investing in high-quality equipment, building a model yacht from scratch, and sailing it on water can provide a lifetime of enjoyment, personal satisfaction, and memories that would last a lifetime. So why wait? Start sailing your way to a fun and fulfilling hobby today!

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WAGB -10 or WAGB-11 Looking for plans. Can anyone help? Thx

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The following is an index of the newsletter (through Volume 18, Number 2) and the journal (beginning with Volume 19, Number 1). The list indicates the major articles that appeared in the publications of the US VMYG when it began in the Spring of 1997. It does not include the editor’s comments, the president’s message, planned activities, and organizational items such as the leadership list.

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Volume 25, number 1 – spring 202 ( boat identification ).

• Overview of the US VMYG Website. by Jeffrey Beck.  Jeff provides a comprehensive description of all areas of the Group’s website, with details on the various areas and benefits the site provides members.
• Fiona .   by Lisa Bauer, Ken Young, Chuck Lage, John Henderson, and Graham Reeves. Lisa needed help identifying a boat her dad built in the 1960s. The process involved a half dozen sleuths, including Graham Reeves in the UK. It turned out to be Fiona. Lisa decided to use her seamstress skills to make new sails for her now identified boat.
• A Display Boat?   by Stephen Cross, Bruce Richter, and John Stoudt. Stephen contacted Bruce for some help with identifying he found that has been in storage for 40 years. Stephen, Bruce and John work through the various clues to determine what it might be,
• A Skiff Sailed Boat.   by Bill Sash and Earl Boebert. Bill asked for assistance in identifying a boat. Earl lists three factors that helped determine the type of boat Bill has and described how it was raced in the 1920s.
• Friendship-Rigged Nottingham : Below Deck. by Gudmund Thomson. Gudmund takes us through the process of designing the eight-servo system for sail control in his 60-in Nottingham, including running backstays. He uses CAD drawings and a 3D printer to create the parts for his system, and he describes the complex below-deck arrangement.
• Yachting in London.    Written in 1899 and shared by John Smith, Sheldon, S.C. Original article written in 1899 describing a young boy’s introduction to model sailing. The article describes the model sailing scene in London and a description of a day of racing with the London Yacht Club in the late 1800’s.

Volume 24, Number 3 – Fall 2023 ( Building )

• 2023 US VMYG National Championship Regatta Report. by John Stoudt. A complete summary and final scores of all classes, as well as special awards. John includes descriptions of rare vintage boats in attendance, especially A Boats celebrating their 100 th anniversary.
• Modeling the Chesapeake Bugeye Brown Smith Jones . by John Henderson. John gives a history of Chesapeake workboats and their development focusing on Bugeyes, specifically the Brown Smith Jones . He then describes the construction process of the 49-in model, with excellent photographs and drawings.
• A Chesapeake Skipjack Stole My Heart, But I Love Her Anyway. by Peter Simmons. Peter describes his early modeling experiences building Thames River Barges, which lead to his interest in scratch-built Skipjacks.
• Modeling L Francis Hereshoff’s Design No. 53:  Ben My Chree ( the Stuart Knockabout). by John Henderson. John describes scaling down the original plans for a Hereshoff 28-ft knockabout to a 42-in model, and the calculations and construction techniques he used.
• It’s a 10-Rater! by Jeff Beck. Jeff found an old hull that he thought was an A Boat, but turned out to be a 10 Rater. He describes the process of deconstructing the hull and frames, planking the deck, and designing the rig.
• Remnant’s Restoration (It seemed like a good idea at the time…) by Chuck Lage. Chuck was given a Marblehead hull in horrible condition and explains his process of restoring a derelict yacht to a fully rigged racing sailboat.
• Sailing a Malay Jong: Not as Simple As One Might Think. by John Stoudt. John takes his Indonesian Malay Jong for its maiden voyage and discovers the idiosyncrasies of an exotic, but fast, sailboat.

Volume 24, Number 2 – Summer 2023 ( Fittings )

• 2023 Membership Survey Report. by John Stoudt. A summary of the survey sent to members in early 2023.
• Tee-shaped Brass for Various Fittings. by TMY Staff. Making a brass “tee” out of flat brass stock. These can be used for mast cranes, mast steps, jib racks, shroud racks, and more. Read on usvmyg.org
• Tools and Materials for Making Metal Fittings. by TMY Staff. Description of tools to help with fittings production. Read on usvmyg.org
• Fairleads. by TMY Staff. Making fairleads out of brass or aluminum nuts and bolts. Read on usvmyg.org
• Gooseneck Attachment Bracket. by TMY Staff. Making a gooseneck attachment bracket from brass strip and ball joint. Read on usvmyg.org
• A Simple Mast Step On Deck. by TMY Staff. Using a flat brass or aluminum plate for multi-position mast step. Read on usvmyg.org
• Turnbuckles. by TMY Staff. Making turnbuckles using a clevis and rigging screw. Read on usvmyg.org
• Constructing a Sail Control Arm. by TMY Staff. Making a strong and light sail arm. Read on usvmyg.org
• Addressing Sail Arm Friction. by Steve LeBrenz. Using Porcelane China Paint to reduce sheet friction in a sail arm. Read on usvmyg.org
• Rudder Connecting Rod. by TMY Staff. Making a rudder connecting rod using threaded rod, clevis, and rigging coupler. Read on usvmyg.org

Volume 24, Number 1 – Winter/Spring 2023 ( Sailing & Tuning )

• The Tuning Cycle. by Bob Sterne. This is a reprint of a tuning cycle design originally published in Model Yachting .
• Bench Tuning Your Boat. by John Stoudt. John presents some techniques for adjusting sheet travel before your first on the water tuning. He also discusses acceptable and unacceptable metal O rings and hooks.
• Sails: The Source of Power An Introduction to Model Yacht Sails, Part 1. by Rod Carr. Sailmaker Rod Carr gives an introduction and explanation of sail nomenclature, shape, construction, mast attachments, and settings.
• It’s Not The Slot! How sails really work. by Bob Scepanski, Bob takes a new look at the jib/main “slot” and what really goes on with wind circulation as it goes around and through the sails in this reprint from Model Yachting . He explains common misconceptions about the “slot”.
• Switching Gears and Sailing Fast. by Richard Kahle. Richard explains his process of setting up his boat, and adjusting sail twist on the water with sheet vanging and jib trim adjustments in this reprint from Model Yachting .
• TECH TOPICS: Helm Balance, with simple calculations of Center of Lateral Resistance and Center of Effort. by John Henderson. John explains the concept of boat “tracking” and provides formulas for determining CLR of the hull and the CE of sails. He describes the relationship between the two forces and how to optimize that relationship. Read on usvmyg.org
• Carr High Twist Sail Handling Instructions. by Rod Carr. Sailmaker and designer Rod Carr explains the development of Carr High Twist sails. He then gives a step by step description of tuning both main and jib to take advantage of the new design.
• The Right Jibe (or Gybe?) by Lester Gilbert. Lester looks at downwind sailing from two perspectives. One is how to achieve the best boat speed out of the set of your sails at various angles off the wind. The other is which jibe to be on from tactical racing perspectives.
• “My Boat is Sinking!” by Martin Blumenthal and John Stoudt. A sight that no skipper wants to see is the tip of his mast disappearing beneath the water in the middle of the pond. Sometimes you get lucky and your club has members involved with underwater ROV’s. This is a fascinating description of an incident at the Chester Springs Yacht Club in Pennsylvania and the process of retrieving a Vintage 36 from the bottom of the pond, including underwater video.
• A Boat Dryer. by Martin Blumenthal. Martin describes how to use a computer fan to dry the inside of your hull.
• Friendship-Rigged Nottingham 60. by Gudmund Thompson. Gudmund continues his description of the rigging and sail controls of his beautiful Nottingham 60. He provides a chart with the functions of all eight servos.

Volume 23, Number 3 – Fall 2022 ( Boat Identification)

• How (Where) Did You Find That? Pond Bo a t Treasure Hunting in the 21 st Cen tury. by Mike Denest. Mike takes us through the process of finding and identifying vintage pond boats using modern technology. He shares his experience of finding and trying to identify a 6 Rater. He discusses using the internet as a source for both finding and identifying boats including eBay, craigslist, auction house sites, as well as just word of mouth.
• A Dean ’ s Loft Discovery. by Mar ia Ferguson and Martin Bandy. In the process of clearing out their p arent ’ s home of more than fifty five years , the Deans find two vintage pond yachts. In trying to discover the lineage of the two boats, Maria was put in touch with Martin Bandy in the UK. She provides the email conversations they had and steps that were taken to determine the history of the two boats.
• Flotation Chambers for Models of Open Cockpit Boats. by John Henderson . As a follow up to the articles John and Stanton Smith provided in the Spring 2022 issue of this journal, John provides a process of a dding flotation to an open cockpit boat including calculating the amount of flotation, placement, types of flotation, and appearance.
• Two – Pond – Boat Inquiry. by Travis Butler, John Stoudt, and Earl Boebert . Travis has two vintage pond boats. One he has had for 40 y e ars and one is new to him. He provides a fascination discussion he had with John Stoud t and Earl Boebert trying to determine the history of the boats.
• Museum Find. by John Hill . As a volunteer at t h e Santa Barbara Maritime Museum, John discovered a vintage pond yacht that he ’ s trying to identify. He provides a discussion with John Stoudt trying to determine the history of the boat. Thanks in part to o ne of John ’ s college student colleagues they were able to determine the boat ’ s origins.
• U S Vintage Model Yacht Group 2022 Regatta Report. Result s , pictures and summary of the 2022 National Championship for all classes of the US VMYG .
• My Grandfather ’ s Boat. by Greg Williams. Greg describes the process of finding the history o f a boat that was owned by his grandfather that originated in England and ended up in Detroit with the help of John Stoudt, Graham Reeves, and Martin Bandy.
• A 1920 – 19 30 Wooden Model Cutter. by Kathryn T. and Bob Zeyher . The steps that were taken to try to identify a pond boat that belonged to Kathryn ’ s grandfather and had been sitting in her garage for 65 years.
• Swiss Marblehead. by Lee Bryant . Lee has a Mar blehead that he was told originated in Switzerland. With some help from the UK Vintage Gro up, he was able to learn who had built it and who had registered it first.

Volume 23, Number 2 – Summer 2022 ( Design Considerations)

• Model Yacht Design in 1896. –  Excerpts from Model Yachts and Model Yacht Sailing – How to Build, Rig, and Sail a Self Acting Model Yacht   by Jams E Walton. Walton describes how he used the shapes of a mackerel and a duck as design parameters for faster sailboat hulls, as well as determining rig dimensions.
• Modeling a Historic Chesapeake Bay Log Canoe. by John Henderson – a brief history and a detailed description of designing and building a classic Chesapeake Bay log canoe. Read on usvmyg.org
• Modeling an Open Cockpit Boat Using a Raised Floor. by Stanton Smith – the process of designing and building a raised floor in the open cockpit of a Chesapeake Bay log canoe. His design is another take on John Henderson’s design in the previous article.
• Modeling the J-Boat Rainbow for the Vintage 36/600 Class: A Challenge of Scale. by John Henderson – the challenges, calculations, and design process of downsizing a J-Class Rainbow to scale for a 36-in boat.
• Running Backstays. by Gudmund Thompson – the calculations, design, and sailing a model yacht with functioning running backstays. Updated on usvmyg.org
• TECH TOPICS: Speed. by John Henderson – formulas for calculating boat speed, as well as an explanation of all the factors that effect the speed of a hull going through the water.

Volume 23, Number 1 – Winter 2022 ( Ingenuity 2)

• Tribute to Rick Hilsinger.  – on his retirement from The WoodenBoat School.
• Tribute to Captain William D “Bill” Pinkney . – A summary of Bill’s sailing career beginning with his early membership in the Central Park Model Yacht Club to his 2021 induction into the National Sailing Hall of Fame.
• Basic Model Yacht Finishing/Refinishing. by Walt Shuggs – Walt, a finishing expert at Ford Motor Company, gives tips on creating the hull finish we all want. Read on usvmyg.org
• Making a Spreader. – The editorial staff explains how to make spreaders using stainless steel rods and brass tubes. Read on usvmyg.org
• Sanding Fixtures.   by John Stoudt –  tips on sanding hard to reach places and surfaces with strange shapes.
• Lift-N-Carry. by Richard Mikulec – Richard designed and built a free standing lifter for his Marblehead that allows him to leave it fully rigged, standing upright, launch, retrieve, and make adjustments easily.
• A Deck Clamp. by  Jeff Beck – a method for gluing a deck to a hull by clamping it with pegs and bungee cords.
• It Ain’t Pretty But It’s Effective.   The editorial staff explains how to create a paint booth using a drop cloth. Read on usvmyg.org
• A Mobil Work Stand.   by John Stoudt –   how he developed a stand to support a hull being restored without causing additional problems. He has made it mobile to address a problem we all have – not enough room.
• Shroud Savers. by  Chuck Lage – a way of using potato chip bag clips to organize the rat’s nest of shrouds and halyards that we all deal with into a manageable system.

Volume 22, Number 3 – Fall 2021 ( Ingenuity)

• Before Remote Control. by Alan Suydam – This article was first published in Issue 197 of Model Yachting . Alan discusses the various ways that model yachts were controlled before remote control was available.
• Tesla and the First Remote-Controlled Boat. by Ken Young – Ken discusses this very early R/C boat and when and where it was exhibited.
• Tesla’s Remote-Controlled Boat. by John Henderson – John discusses technical aspects of the electronics used in Tesla’s boat.
• British Boat Rigging. by John Stoudt – John discusses the ingenious way that this boat was rigged for sailing in various types of wind on Round Pond in London with unusual ways to adjust the rig size and fascinating deck fittings.
• US VMYG 2021 National Regatta Report. – This article reports on the five events held in Honey Brook, PA (October 2021) which included 32 skippers sailing 66 boats in the regatta.
• Wind Indicator. by TMY Editorial Staff – This article discusses the construction of a simple, effective mast top wind indicator.
• TECH TOPICS: Positioning the Ballast. by John Henderson – John discusses the importance of the position of the ballast in a model yacht. He explains ballast placement and the success of the model yacht when completed. Read on usvmyg.org
• Electronics Board Layout. by John Stoudt – John explains a simple layout that can be applied to many model yachts. This layout is simple and prevents the tangling of the sheets under the deck of a boat.
• And a not so Simple Electronics Board. by Gudmund Thompson – Gudmund designed this complex electronics board that he installed in the Colin Archer. He provides an explanation of the board and its design.
• Making a Deck Beam Pattern. by TMY Editorial Staff – This article explains how to make a deck beam pattern that can be used to layout all of the deck beams from this one pattern. Read on usvmyg.org

Volume 22, Number 2 – Summer 2021 ( Early Venues )

• Insert – The Model Yachting Center Proposal brochure
• A Tribute to Alan Suydam. by TMY Editorial Staff – An announcement of him winning the AMYA Hall of Fame Award and an overview of Alan Suydam’s background and his career as a model boatbuilder, sailor, mentor, and competitor, as well as his many contributions to the sport of RC sailing.
• Washington Model Yacht Club (WMYC), Washington DC . by Peter Kelley – Peter tells how he acquired a group of vintage model boats that had been used by members of the WMYC which existed from 1922 into the 1950’s.
• Pond Sailing in Seattle. by Scott Rohrer – A history of the development sailing on the various Seattle area ponds, along with drawings of several boats they sailed.
• Robert Bennet Forbes and the Founding of the Bennet Yacht Club. by David Gregg – A story of the formation, history, and activities of a club that was founded in 1883 and still exists today.
• By Their Marks Ye Shall Know Them. by Mike Denest – A discussion about the sail identification marks on model yacht sails over the years.
• TECH TOPICS: The Effects of Being Overweight. by John Henderson – A discussion of the effects on boat speed with an increase in weight of five percent. From Lester Gilbert’s work. Read on usvmyg.org
• Svea Project Follow Up. by TMY Editorial Staff – A discussion between John Henderson and Gene Novak on ballasting problems with Svea J Boat.
• Svea Ballasting Issues. by Gene Novak – Gene explains the process and problems with ballast in Svea and his attempts to get the ballast weight and position correct.
• How to Acquire a Model Sailboat Waterline Without Falling in the Pond. by Martin Blumenthal – A quick, easy, and dry way to determine the waterline of a boat using strips of a file folder.

Volume 22, Number 1 – Spring 2021 ( Construction Techniques )

• Deriving a Vintage 36 Model from a Favorite Vintage Marblehead Design.   by John Henderson – How to change a design/plan to build an effective model yacht.
• Building a Skeg and Rudder for a Fiberglas Hull. by Ivor Walton Read on usvmyg.org – Materials and process to install a wooden skeg and rudder in a Madcap hull.
• Building Odyssey . by Michael Neben – Building a model sailboat from a 40-year-old kit.
• Sanding and Finishing. by John Stoudt – Preparing a wood surface for finishing and the finishing process.
• The Cutter in Deal. by John Kinghorn – The process of building a free sailed cutter rig model yacht.
• Bending Wood: The Last Episode. by John Stoudt Read on usvmyg.org – Completion and installation of the hatch cover on a Classic Marblehead.
• Setting Up Swing-Arm Controls. by John Henderson Read on usvmyg.org – A simple explanation to determine sail arm length.
• Get Your Boy One (For Yourself). by Peter Kelley – A discussion about the vintage power model yachts sold by the Boucher, Inc.

Volume 21, Number 3 – Fall 2020 ( Boat Restoration )

• Model Yacht Restoration Decision Making. by Rod Carr Read on usvmyg.org – Organizational plan for restoring model yacht
• Restoration of An Early “A” Boat. by John Stoudt Read on usvmyg.org – Boat evaluation and restoration process with an investigation of origin and history of boat – could it be a Bill Bithell boat?
• Restoration: A Boat Without a Keel. by Margaret Ann Rice – Vintage restoration with design of new rudder and keel
• Busman’s Holiday.   by Tom Price – Complete restoration of 1930’s Marblehead hull, deck, keel, rudder, and rig.

Volume 21, Number 2 – Summer 2020 ( Vintage Boats )

• Early Pond Yacht Skippers: Bill Bithell. by Cliff Martin
• A Little History & The Pond Boat Story. by Bob Jones – A history of pond boats starting with the Egyptians
• Rating Rules for Vintage Boats. by John Henderson Read on usvmyg.org – A discussion of possible technical rating systems for pond yachts.
• Pepper – A 1948 Chris-Craft Custom Runabout. by Richard Rogers – Completion of Ch ris Craft started by Pepper Langley and completed by Richard
• Self-Righting Catamaran. by the US VMYG editorial staff with comments by TJ Perrotti
• The Great Schooner Model Society. by George Surgent
• Stay at Home Sailing. by Richard Mikulec – Tuning your boat from your couch with a fan
• Gadgets and Gizmos. A Paint Stand. by Joe Paradine
• Malay Jong. The Ultimate Free Sailing Model Yacht. by John Stoudt – Story of an Indonesian model yacht and its trip to the US

Volume 21, Number 1 – Spring 2020 ( Skiff Sailing )

• Lilliputian Cup Defenders. by Harry Dillon Jones
• Boat Identification. by TMY editorial staff
• Earl Boebert Craftsmanship Award. by Rob Dutton
• An Unusual Vintage Marblehead Design. by John Henderson
• Gadget and Gizmos: Plywood Plank Embosser. by Ken Young
• The Svea Project – Part 3. by Gene Novak
• Hulls + from Blue Crab Model Yachts

Volume 20, Number 3 – Fall 2019

• A Tribute to a Friend, David S. Brawner. by John Stoudt
• 2019 National Championship Regatta Report (review, pictures, and results). by John Stoudt
• The Marshall Croft Sportsmanship Award Winners (a history). by TMY editorial staff
• Early Pond Yacht Skippers – Part 1. by Cliff Martin
• What Boat Is This? by Nicholas
• Introduction to Vane Design. by John Fisher
• The Svea Project – Part 2. by Gene Novak
• Construction Help. by Allan Thorsen

Volume 20, Number 2 – Summer 2019

• 36R Class, Race 1. by Mike Stobbe
• 2 018 Bill Bithell VM Cup Regatta Report. by John Snow
• Spreckles Lake: Golden Gate Park, San Francisco (a history). by Carl Brosius, Mary Rose Casa, Craig Carter, and Mike Stobbe
• Boat Repairs: Rub Rail. by John Stoudt Read on usvmyg.org
• TECH TOPICS: Balance. by T.J. Perrotti  Read on usvmyg.org
• Danger Lurking! LiPo batteries. by Bill Ewing
• Planning and Building Scale Model Boats That Sail – Part 3 Building. by John Henderson Read on usvmyg.org

Volume 20, Number 1   Spring 2019

• Woods Hole Model Boat Show Preview. by Jennifer Gaines
• 2018 US VMYG V36 and VM National Championships. by John Snow
• In Search of the “Classic” Marblehead. by Ken Young
• How to Make a Boom Vang. by Ivor Walton Read on usvmyg.org
• Bending Wood – Part 3. by John Stoudt Read on usvmyg.org
• Planning and Building Scale Models That Sail – Part 2: Design Calculations. by John Henderson Read on usvmyg.org
• US VMYG Clothing Available. by TMY editorial staff Store
• Model Yacht Construction Classes. by Rich Hilsinger

Volume 19, Number 3 – Fall 2018

• A Tribute: Earl Boebert. by TMY editorial staff
• Lighter, Stronger, Faster: The Herreshoff Legacy. by TMY editorial staff
• 100% Scale Schooner Models? by Charlie Blume
• Planning and Building Scale Model Boats (Part I). by John Henderson Read on svmyg.org
• What Class of Boat Is This? by Chuck Luscomb
• Right Place, Right Time. by Rich Hilsinger
• Draw an Ellipse. by John Stoudt
• Make A Mold for Bending Wood. by John Stoudt Read on usvmyg.org
• The Svea Project. by Gene Novak
• Storrow Lagoon. by John Storrow
• Mystic Seaport Museum – The American Model Yachting Collection. by Paul O’Pecko and John Stoudt
• The Draketail. by Annie and Richard Rogers
• Banner Unveiled at National Championship Regatta. by TMY editorial staff

Volume 19, Number 2 – Summer 2018

• How Ya Gonna Keep Them Down on The Farm? by Bruce Richter
• 3 rd Annual Bill Full Memorial Regatta Report. by John Snow
• Can’t We All Just Get Along? Evidently, Yes (Central Park Model Yacht Club Vintage Invitational Report). by Bruce Richter
• A Tribute: John Snow. by TMY editorial staff
• Vintage Plans Available. by Ivor Walton Shop plans on usvmyg.org
• Catamarans Big and Small: Part I – The Early Years. by T.J. Perrotti
• Speaking of Batteries. by John Henderson Read on usvmyg.org
• Everything Old Is New Again! Resurrecting Vintage Designs with Digital Age Tools. by Steve Deligan
• Blue Crab Model Yachts. by Cissy Nickel
• Bending Wood. by John Stoudt Read on usvmyg.org
• Another Source for Building a Vintage Marblehead. by Steve Deligan

Volume 19, Number 1 – Winter 2018

• Getting the word out. On-screen. In print. And with your help. by Bruce Richter
• Maritime Model Expo at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum. by John Henderson
• Mission Statement and Supporting Pillars. by TMY editorial staff
• The New Logo. by Jim Flach
• The Weigh Ahead Survey Report. by TMY editorial staff
• 2017 US VMYG V36/VM Regatta . by John Snow
• 2017 US VMYG Traditional Watercraft Regatta Report. by Harry Mote
• Look What I found in the Dump! – A Bill Bithell Marblehead. by Nick Nobili
• 2017 Bill Bithell Regatta Report. by John Snow
• The Vintage Model Yacht Group is…People!! By Ken Young
• Build Your Own Plank-Constructed Pond Yacht at WoodenBoat School (ME). by Rich Hilsinger
• Build Your Own Vintage 36 Model Yacht at Hudson River Maritime Museum. by Sarah Wasberg-Johnson

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Volume 18, number 2 – winter 2016-2017.

• The Weigh Ahead (membership survey report update). by John Stoudt
• Carita – An Unexpected Find (Part III) – completion. by Tom Schreiber
• Tritonia A 1934 Marblehead. by John Stoudt – restoration with drawings
• Scat II – A Previously Unknown Design by John Black (Part II – taking lines). by Dave Crawford and Earl Boebert Read on usvmyg.org
• 2016 US VMYG National Regatta. by Harry Mote
• Skylark – 36-inch restricted class. by E.C. Tansley (1950) – drawings and instructions

Volume 18, Number 1 – Summer 2016

• 2016 Traditional Watercraft Regatta. by John Stoudt
• Carita – An Unexpected Find (Part II) – restoration. by Tom Schreiber
• Scat II – A Previously Unknown Design by John Black. by Dave Crawford and Earl Boebert –  history and line drawings
• US VMYG Class Coordinators. by John Stoudt

Special Issue – Special 20 th Anniversary Issue Announcement

• Announcing the 20 th anniversary regatta and associated activities

Volume 17, Number 3 – Winter 2015-2016

• Operation Layline. by John Snow
• Sea Going Model Yachts. by H.M. Savage and J. Case (1906) Read on usvmyg.org – drawings and construction of large model yachts with steering
• Thorobred . by Matt Walsh Design –  plans

Volume 17, Number 2 – Fall 2015

• Self-Steering. by Earl Boebert
•   Carita – An Unexpected Find. by Tom Schreiber
• Sea Going Model Yachts (1903). by H. M. Savage (1903)
• Steering Gears for Model Yachts. by W. H. Wilson-Theobold (1903)
• Steering Gear for Model Yachts. by G. Rhodes (1903)

Volume 17, Number 1   Spring 2015

• 2014 National Championship Regatta Report. by John Stoudt
• History of The Craftsmanship Award, The Marshall Croft Sportsmanship Award, National Regatta Locations, Founding Members. by John Stoudt and Ivor Walton
• Black Watch . by John B. Duncan (1938) – plans and drawings

Volume 16, Number 3 – Winter 2013-2014

• Windling World. by Mark Steele – schooner and square riggers
• International Five Point Five Meter Class Pond Model (1/6 Scale). by Jack Gregory
• Building A Madcap Hull – A Build Log. by Ivor Walton
• The US/UK Challenge Cup. by Mike Stobbe
• 2013 US VMYG National Regatta Report. by Harry Mote
• Harry W “Pete” Petersen, Jr: A Model Yachting Life. by Harry Mote
• What A Difference A Year Makes. by Earl Boebert Read on usvmyg.org – Line drawings of Wampum, Wampum II

Volume 16, Number 2 – Summer 2013

• Alternate Design for Self-Tacking Vane. by Ains Ballantyne (1945) – plan
• Windling World. by Mark Steele
• The First 36-in Restricted Class Championship. by Mike Stobbe
• The Designs of Claudio Diolati. by Earl Boebert – drawings for Columbia, Endeavor II, Esterel.
• Snipe Jr . by William F Crosby (1932) – plans and instructions for 20-in Snipe
• A Note on Radio Control. by Earl Boebert

Volume 16, Number 1 – Winter 2012-2013

• Paradoxy . by John Snow – line drawings for a Gus Lassel 40-in sharpie
• Windling World. by Mark Steele – Of Pretty Boats, Elixirs Sought and Matters Mary!
• 78 Years of Model Yachting – the 1930s. by Ryan Hunwicks
• Blackchin II: A Sonder-Inspired V36. by Earl Boebert
• 2012  National Regatta Report. by John Snow
• 2012  Traditional Watercraft Regatta Report. by Al Suydam

Volume 15, Number 3 – Spring/Summer 2012

• US VMYG Vintage 36 Class Rules
• R/C Vintage Marblehead Rating Rules
• Starlet . by John Black – drawings, plans, instructions – reprinted from Popular Mechanics , March 1942)

Volume 15, Number 2 – Winter 2011-2012

• A. Potter’s Bunny I – plan
• Westward Part XI (update). by Ken Hall
• S. Wins the Challenge Cup (At Last). by Mark Stobbe
• 2011 National Regatta Report. by Harry Mote
• The MYRAA R Class. by Earl Boebert
• Class Rules and Why We Have Them. by Harry Mote

Volume 15, Number 1 – Summer 2011

• Windling World. by Mark Steele – Fife-ish Youpi Frencj Cutter for breakfast, fish for lunch, a Clipper for tea, plus schooners and a stunning racer!
• The Model Sailing Yachts of Franklin Bassford. Revised and Updated by Earl Boebert (2010 and 2011)
• The Compelling Nature of Experienced Marbleheads. by Thom McLaughlin
• Bill Huizing’s Puritan photo

Volume 14, Number 3 – Winter 2010-2011

• Windling World. by Mark Steele – the smallest schooners and square riggers
• An Appreciation of Priscilla . by Jeff Pierson – restoring A 19 th century pond yacht
• The Saga of the Little Yankees. by Earl Boebert
• Model Radio Installations. by Earl Boebert
• A couple of early photos
• How About a Square-Rigged Class. by George Steele
• The Eileen O’Boyle Square Rigger. by Douglas J. Boyle (1932–1933)
• Plover – M class plan

Volume 14, Number 2 – Fall 2010

• Windling World. by Mark Steele – A Stunning Westward, A USN Somers , a Schooner out of Bark, Sindia Sails Downunder, and Flavio Footy!
• Building A Large Model Yacht – Some Lessons Learned. by Ken Hall – 8 ½ foot complete schooner build, shipping container, and sea trials
• 2010 National Regatta Report. by John Snow

Volume 14, Number 1 – Summer 2010

• A Marblehead Model Sailing Yacht. by Claude Horst (1939) – plans, drawings, and instructions
• The Mark Steele Challenge. by Mark Steele

Volume 13, Number 3 – Winter 2009/2010

• Windling World. by Mark Steele – Give the Man a Sailboat
• How to Build ‘The M. Y.’ Star Jr . by W.J. Daniels (1929) – 36-in plans and instructions
• More on Prospero. by Earl Boebert, Russell Potts, and Art Holzman Read on usvmyg.org
• Yet Another Starlet . by Earl Boebert – drawings
• Spindrift. Marblehead drawings. A reprint from Model Craftsman , July, and August 1939

Volume 13, Number 2 – Fall 2009

• Windling World. by Mark Steele -schooners and square rigs
• Prospero . by W. J. Daniels (1912) Read on usvmyg.org – discussion of balancing hulls
• A Speedy Racing Schooner. by E. Armitage McCann (~1930)
• 2009 US Vintage Model Yacht Regatta. by Al Suydam
• Mystery Marblehead. by John Stoudt
• A Nifty Little Boat. by W. W. Littlejohn (1928)
• Onward 18-ft Model. by W. J. Daniels

Volume 13, Number 1 – Summer 2009

• Daisy . by Jeff Conklin -24-in sloop
• Big Little Ship or Little Big Ship? by Earl Boebert – square riggers
• An Attractive Schooner. by Earl Boebert
• Another Kethman Vane. by Earl Boebert
• A 25-in Sailing Sloop. by Claude Horst (1933) and Earl Boebert – plans and instructions
• A Fine Ranger Jr. by Earl Boebert
• New England VM Regatta. by John Snow

Volume 12, Number 3 – Winter 2008-2009

• Windling World. by Mark Steele – Of Skunners n “Uvvers, a Vijfmaster, Solo and Three Brfithers
• A Husky Schooner Designed for Ocean Racing. by Earl Boebert
• The Fisher Drawings. by Earl Boebert – multiple plans for building and fitting boats
• Miniature Yacht Clubs. by Earl Boebert and an unknown author (1872) – reprint from Hearth and Home magazine
• Midget – An Alpha Class Racing Model. by Earl Boebert and unknown author (1921)
• The Lassel Vane – Theme and Variations. by Earl Boebert
• The “EZ-Build” Vane. by Graham Reeves
• Harold Kethman (vane). by Stephen Crewes
• Bill Bithell Cup VM Regatta. by John Snow
• Scotland Centenary. by Chris MacKenzie
• A Whirlwind, Jr. by Steve Kling

Volume 12, Number 2 – Fall 2008

• Windling World. by Mark Steele – Sindia, Inkerman Smallbones, Lurking Croc, Lady Love and Running Tide!
• A “Pole Mast” Schooner. by Earl Boebert
• The Delta Class – Design. by Harold Kethman
• A Marblehead 450 (vane sailor). by Dave Thibodeau and Earl Boebert
• An Interesting Tensioner. by Earl Boebert
• 2008 National Vintage Regatta. by Harry Mote
• Hartman Model Boats. by Richard Long
• Another Yankee III. by David Tanski
• Plans for Broomex and Exsquire (X class boats). by J. Selmer-Larsen

Volume 12, Number 1- Summer 2008

• Windling World . by Mark Steele – Sharpies for Whatever, The Tour Fassa in the Netherlands, Sailing dem Bottles, and a Magnificent Golden Hind
• The Restoration of a Sea Scout Racing Model. by Andy Abrahamson
• Yankee Down Under. by Bob Jones
• Spindrif (a vane Marblehead). by Charles Meister
• A replica of a 1920s Boat. by Michael Duddy
• Chico II. by Steve Mash
• Black Watch . by John B. Duncan (1938) – 60-in vane boat drawings

Volume 11, Number 3 – Winter 2007-2008

• Windling World. by Mark Steele– Of Webfooters, Direction-Changers, Favorite Boats, Not-Quite-Footy- Footies, and Purpose-Built Boatyard
• How to Build A “Straddle Bug”. by William Atkins (1925) – an iceboat on floats
• Racing Model Yachts. by William Henry (1921) – early racing in New York
• R/C Vintage Marblehead Rating Rules Update 2007. by John Henson
• Schooner of 104 tons. by G. W. Monroe (1937)
• Festive. by Earl Boebert
• What a Difference a Year Makes Wampum I and Wampum II. by Earl Boebert Read on usvmyg.org
• Etching “The Trail Trip” (1889)

Volume 11, Number 2 – Fall 2007

• 2007 National Regatta Report. by John Snow – Celebrating the 75 th Anniversary of the Marblehead Class
• Windling World. by Mark Steele – Of Square Riggers, Ketches, Sloops and Yawls; Boats for Pleasurable Windling
• Model Yachting Notes.  by Earl Boebert – VMYG Vane Updated, Traditional Watercraft Survey, Thorobred, Toy Yachting in Central Park
• Tuning and Trimming a Model Racing Yacht. by Walter K Moss (1937) – vane boats
• Kittiwake . by Earl Boebert – plan

Volume 11, Number 1 – Summer 2007

• Adventures in Cold Molding. by Earl Boebert – Part the Second, In Which We Find a Technique That Works Read on usvmyg.org
• Building 50-in North Carolina Sharpie. by Thomas Pratt
• Building a Miniature Yacht by the Plank Method. by J. L. Wilson (1924)
• How About a Dhow? By George Steele
• Mentoring Project Model Sailboats Launched. by Charles Roden
• The 2007 US-UK Challenge Cup – San Francisco. by Mike Stobbe and Ernie Mortensen
• Hayseed VI. by Earl Boebert

Volume 10, Number 3 – Winter 2006-2007

• 2006 National Vintage Regatta Report. by Harry Mote
• Traditional Watercraft Regatta. by Buck McClellan, Alan Suydam, and George Sergent
• Young America Goes Yachting. by Earl Boebert
• Dreams of the Old Marbleheaders Live on. by Stephen Crewes
• Adventures in Cold Molding. by Earl Boebert Read on usvmyg.org
• Kiltie . by Earl Boebert – 6-meter drawings
• Dodge and Dodge Again. by Earl Boebert
• Highgate Park. by Earl Boebert – illustration of early sailing
• A Major New Publication by Curved Air Press. by Earl Boebert

Volume 10, Number 2 – Fall 2006

• V36 Class Notes (rule proposal). by Alan Suydam
• Vintage Down Under. by Stephen Crewes (Australia, 2006)
• Getting Our Feet Wet for the 2007 US–UK Free Sail Regatta. by Ernie Mortensen
• Sea Gull launched. by Kenneth Hall
• How to Repair a Split Plank. by Mike Stobbe Read on usvmyg.org
• Luthier’s and Instrument Maker’s Planes. by Kenneth Hall
• Building A Model Yacht Hull. by Anonymous (1953)

Volume 10, Number 1 – Summer 2006

• Self-Tacking Vane Gear for Model Sailing Yachts. Introduction by Earl Boebert and text by John Black (1941)
• Windling World. Mark Steele
• Plank on frame construction of a traditional fin keel boat. by Thomas Darling with an introduction by Earl Boebert
• Afterward: Miserable Rabbett. by Earl Boebert

Volume 9, Number 3 – Winter 2005-2006

• Onward, Big and Little (10-Raters). by Earl Boebert
• The US VMYG Vane. by Earl Boebert
• Yankee III Update. by Earl Boebert
• Multiconic Design of Hull Surfaces. by S.S. Rabl (1958)
• Model Sailboats: The Technical Side of a Fascinating Hobby. by Samuel S. Sanford (1930)

Volume 9, Number 2 – Fall 2005

• 2005 National Regatta Report. by Earl Boebert
• Workshop Hints and Tips. by Fred Abbe, Earl Boebert, Charlie Roden, Mike Stobbe, and Alan Suydam.
• An Auxiliary Cruising Schooner. by Earl Boebert
• 2005 Traditional Watercraft Regatta Report. Buck McLellan
• Bob Irwin and the A. J. Fisher Co. by Dick Hein
• DN 36 : A Model Racing Sailboat. by Anonymous (probably Archie Arroll ~1935) – drawings and instructions

Volume 9, Number 1 – Summer 2005

• US-UK Challenge Regatta 2005. by Graham Reeves and Martin Bandey – review and pictures of 36-inch vane boats
• Model Sailboat Building in Portland, Oregon, Grade Schools Circa 1950: The Sandra Lee & Sun Kiss . by Paul Stager
• Faith – A Bristol Channel Pilot Cutter. by Douglas Phillips-Birt (1962)
• Square Rigged Notes. by George Steele
• Lilliputian Cup Defenders. by Harry Dillon Jones (1900)
• Sail Making for Model Yachts. by Thomas Darling (1925)

Volume 8, Number 3 – Winter 2004-2005

• Porty . by C. G. Butler and Earl Boebert – line drawings for simple sloop
• A Model of Dodge. by Earl Boebert
• Ben Bow. by William Atkin (1929)
• Yacht Sails. by Terrance North (1939) – names and drawings of different types of sails
• The Vintage 36-in Class. by Alan Suydam
• Whirlwind Jr. by Earl Boebert – drawings and instructions

Volume 8, Number 2 – Fall 2004

• 2004 National Regatta Report. by John Atwood
• Satanita . by Earl Boebert (1893) – largest and fastest cutter ever built
• Donald Duck . by Earl Boebert – Henry Tucker M class design plan
• An Inexpensive Bench Block. by Dave Querin
• Thermopylae : A Sailing Model Clipper Ship. by Graham Henley (1950) – plans and instructions

Volume 8, Number 1 – Summer 2004

• The Keel Catboat Dodge. by Earl Boebert
• Model Yachts: How to Design and Build Them. by Arthur C Hyde (1885) Read on usvmyg.org

Volume 7, Number 3 – Winter 2003-2004

• 2004 Museum of Model Yachting Activities. by John Snow
• R/C Vintage Marblehead (VM) Ratings Rules. by Charlie Roden
• Simple Model Yacht Theory. by A.M. Colbridge (1952)
• Snipe Junior . by W. M. F. Crosby (1932) – 20-in racing model plans and instructions
• Modified “R” Class plan that meets VM class rule

Volume 7, Number 2 – Fall 2003

• Twenty Vintage Marbleheads Launched. by Charlie Roden – model sailboat mentoring project
• Early DX Class History and Sailboat Innovations. by Francis Reynolds
• 2003 Vintage Marblehead Regatta Report. by Alan Suydam
• The New Vintage 36 Class. by Alan Suydam
• Another Small Class: The MM 25-inch vane sailor. by Earl Boebert – plans and instructions

Volume 7, Number 1 – Summer 2003

• 2003 US-UK Challenge Cup. by Earl Boebert and Jeff Stobbe
• The Davison Trip Tracking Gear. by A.C. Davidson (1942)
• Skylark . by F.C. Tansley (1950) – 36-in restricted class – drawings and instructions
• Line Drawings for 24-in Sharpie. by John Cavileer (1923)
• 2003 National Regatta Report. by Alan Suydam
• Steve Crewes Does It Again. by Earl Boebert
• A Developed – Surface Sailing Model. by William F. Crosby (1944) – plans and instructions for 24-inch sloop

Volume 6, Number 3 – Winter 2002-2003

• The American Model Yachting Collection (Mystic Seaport). by John Snow
• 2002 Vintage Traditional Watercraft Regatta Report. by Annie Michnowicz and Richard Rogers
• The Pirate Model Yacht and the Little Pirates program. by Scott Rohrer
• R/C for little P irate. by Rod Carr
• The R Class. by Earl Boebert
• Bill Bithell Inducted into the AMYA Hall of Fame
• The Most Beautiful Model Yachting Book – – Ever. by Earl Boebert
• Afterward: Modern Materials supplement. by Earl Boebert.

Volume 6, Number 2 – Fall 2002

• The American Model Yachting Collection. by Earl Boebert
• Modeling Black Hawk. by Earl Boebert and Harry Mote
• Region One Vintage Marblehead Invitational Regatta. by Bill Hagerup
• The San Francisco Marblehead Invitational. by Jeff Stobbe
• 2002 VM National Regatta. by Earl Boebert
• Traditional Sailing Craft Regatta. by Parker McClellan
• Fittings and Rigs. by Earl Boebert – description and history of numerous commercial and self-made parts, including various rigging diagrams
• Shroud adjuster MK 3. by Joe Frasier
• Yankee III Fittings. by Earl Boebert

Volume 6, Number 1 – Spring/Summer 2002

• Vamarie.  by Harry Mote – Line drawings and history.
• The Gypsy Sloops. by Earl Boebert – plans for small boats
• The in the Water Model Boat Show and Vintage Regatta. by Charlie Roden
• A Modified Horizontal Lift Method and Two Model Offers You Can’t Refuse. by Harry Mote
• Book Review – Sydney’s Model Racing Skiffs – A History (Stephen Crewes). by Earl Boebert
• A Yacht Model for Racing. by Captain E. Armitage McCann (Reprinted from Popular Science July and August 1926) – 20-inch boat plans and instructions

Volume 5, Number 3 – Winter 2001/2002

• Schooners and Scale News. by Harry Mote
• 2001 VM National Regatta and Museum Exhibit. by Thom McLaughlin
• The Y ankee Jr. Project. by Earl Boebert
• Overlapping Jibs on Small Scale Model Yachts. by Earl Boebert
• Model Yacht Construction Over a Solid Form. by Ted Houk (1941) and Rod Carr (2001)

Volume 5, Number 2 – Fall 2007

• The Third Annual San Francisco Model Yacht Club Marblehead Invitational. by Jeff Stobbe
• Mystic Seaport Model Yacht Regatta. by John Snow
• UK Report – San Francisco Model Yacht Club racing in the UK. by Jeff Stobbe
• Traditional Sailing Craft Scale Models Regatta at Mystic Seaport. by Harry Mote
• Andrew Charters’s Method of Tacking Overlapping Jibs. by Harry Mote
• US VMYG at The Wooden Boat Show. by Al Suydam
• Nina and Her “Radical Rig”. by Harry Mote
• Model Yacht Building at the WoodenBoat School. by Thom McLaughlin
• Turnbuckles and Bottle Screws. by Jack McKie and Vic Smeed Read on usvmyg.org
• A Miniature Model Yacht. by Earl Boebert – Wilson Theobald plan

Volume 5, Number 1 Spring/Summer 2001

• More Six-Foot Schooners. by Tom Pratt
• Atlantic – The Schooner yacht as a Model. by Harry Mote
• The Search for the Sydney Model Yacht Continues. by Steve Crewes
• Make Shavings, Not Sawdust . by Earl Boebert Read on usvmyg.org – about hand planes and chisels
• Yankee Jr. John Black’s Lost Design. by Earl Boebert

Volume 4, Number 3 – Winter 2000-2001

• Dorade – The Sailing Yawl. by Earl Boebert and Harry Mote
• Vintage Marblehead Coordinator Report. by Charlie Bloom
• The International A Class in the United States. by Rod Carr
• The Braine Steering Gear. by Charles Farley (1946)
• Gyeing The Model Yacht. by Walter K. Moss (1940)
• Free Sailing in the Radio Age. by Earl Boebert with thoughts by Thom McLaughlin

Volume 4, Number 2 – Fall 2000

• The Second Annual San Francisco Marblehead Invitational Regatta . by Jeff Stobbe
• Vintage Marblehead Coordinator’s Report. by Charlie Roden
• 2000 Vintage M Regatta Report. by John Snow
• Traditional Sailing Craft Scale Model Regatta Report. by Harry Mote
• Spring Lake Open Attracts 11 Marbleheads. by Harry Mote
• Scaling Laws. by George Steel
• The Masthead Fly. by Charles Roden
• In Search of the Sydney Model Yacht. by Steve Crewes
• Sailing Spreckles Lake. by Earl Boebert
• The Lateral Plane of Model Yachts. by Paul Fiske (1946)

Volume 4, Number 1 – Spring 2000

• Six Foot Schooners. by Andrew Charter with introduction by Harry Mote
• Old Lithograph. Oldest known picture of model yachting (June 1880)
• Model Yacht Outreach. by Harry Mote
• Never Trust a Blueprint. by Reginald Wood Butcher (1946)
• The Ancient Mariner Speaks. – Questions and Answers
• The Model Sailing Yachts of Franklin Bassford. by Earl Boebert

Volume 3, Number 3 – Winter 1999/2000

• Thoughts on Guidelines for Schooner Static Judging. by Harry Mote
• Book Review – An Introduction to Radio Controlled Scale Sailing Model (Phillip Vaughn Williams). by Harry Mote
• Vintage Marblehead (VM) Coordinator’s Report. Proposed rule changes. by Charles Roden
• Book Review – A Bibliography of Model Yachting (Russell Potts). by Earl Boebert
• A Marblehead Model Sailing Yacht. by Claude Horst – update of Horst’s pamphlet with plans and instructions

Volume 3, Number 2 – Fall 1999

• Nathanael Herreshoff ‘s Vane Gears. by Nathanael Herreshoff with comments by Earl Boebert
• San Francisco Invitational Regatta Results. by Jeff Stobbe
• US VMYG National Regatta Report. by Alan Suydam
• Pond Yacht Building Course. by Thom McLaughlin
• Technical Supplement – Excerpts from Thomas Moore’s Build a Winning Model Yacht. (1928) Read on usvmyg.org
• Curved Areas, Versed Sines, Trochoids, and the Wave Theory. by Earl Boebert Read on usvmyg.org

Volume 3, Number 1 – Spring 1999

• Vintage M Coordinator Report. by Charles Roden – proposed rule changes
• Vintage Northwest. by Rod Carr
• Daisy: History and development of vane steered cutter. by Jonathon Klinghorn
• Old A Boat to Be Sailing Soon . by Stan E. Delo
• Sailing Spreckels Lake. by Jeff Stobbe
• Camelot East Regatta a Great Success. by Milt Thrasher
• Book Review. Sunday Sailors. A Beginners Guide to Pond Boats and Model Yachting Until the 1950’s (Don Kihlstrom). by John Snow
• A Few Comments on Jibs. by Charlie Roden
• The Ancient Mariner Answers Your Questions
• Speed Rigging (Braine steering) by George Baron (1937)
• Vane steered free sail boats by Charles Farley (1945)

Volume 2, Number 3 – Winter 1998/99

• We Attend Christchurch’s 100 th . by Earl Boebert
• Features of an “ideal” Pond Boat. by George Steele
• Magic – Dedicated to All Model Yacht Wives. by Jeanne Stout Burke
• This Old Pilot Schooner. by Harry Mote
• Vintage Marblehead Coordinators Report. by Charlie Roden
• How Smooth Does Your Bottom Have to Be? by Charlie Roden
• The Ancient Mariner Answers Design Questions
• Sailboat Lifter/Launcher. by Jim Gray
• Book Review. Pond Models – Some Simple Thoughts on Building and Sailing Them (M. de Lesseps). by Thom McLaughlin
• A Simple Self Tacking Vane. by Earl Boebert

Volume 2, Number 2 – Summer 1998

• A Birthday Bash: The San Francisco Model Yacht Club Turns 100. by Dominic Meo, III
• Mill Pond Centennial 1998, Port Washington, Long Island, New York. by Jim Dolan and John Snow
• Free Sailing. by George Steele
• A Proposal for a New Event. by Earl Boebert
• What Should We Call That? by Rod Carr
• More on Rudders and Flaps. by Russell Potts
• Foam Board as an Aid to Construction. by Jim Gray
• An Old Pilot Schooner. by Helvig Dronquist

Volume 2, Number 1 – Spring 1998

• Book Review – Model Sailing Yachts by W. J. Daniels and H. B.  Tucker (1951). by Chris Cafiero
• Traditional Sailing Craft/Scale Model Regatta. by Harry Mote
• More on Rudders and Flaps. by Earl Boebert, Harry Mote, and Grant Slinn
• The San Francisco Model Yacht Club – Model Yachting in California. by Chester Chapman (1903)
• History of San Francisco Model Yacht Club. by Don Lyon (1945)
• A Profile of Don R. Lyon. by C. G. Gallagher (1948)
• Stop Burning Your Fingers. by Ian Scott
• Silver Soldering. by Earl Boebert
• Swaged Fittings for Model Yachts. by Jim Gray
• A Twenty-Five-inch Sailing Sloop (building plans) designed and described. by Claude Horst

Volume 1, Number 3 – Winter 1997-1998

• American Model Yachting Publishing (1971–1997). by Rod Carr
• 1997 Vintage Activities Summary. by John Snow
• Southeast Area Vintage Comments. by Thom McLaughlin
• Martha’s Vineyard Free-Sailed Model Yacht Regatta. by Jim Dolan and John Snow
• Vintage “M” (VM) Class design rules. by John Snow
• Starlet . by John Black (1942) – detailed construction plans and instructions for “a 36/600 vintage sharpie

Volume 1, Number 2 – Summer 1997

• R/C Vintage “M” Class Racing Rules Format for Redd’s Pond. by Earl Boebert
• R/C for Vintage Yachts. by Joe Frasier – basic guidelines, prior planning, components, construction, rigging, antenna
• Woods Hole Model Boat Show. by Jim Dolan and John Snow – a description of experiences and exhibits at this bi- annual model yacht exposition
• Redd’s Pond. by Jim Dolan and John Snow – a history of Redd’s Pond starting in the 1600s
• The Myth of the Bounteous Board. by Charlie Roden – incidents at the WoodenBoat Show

Volume 1, Number 1 – Spring 1997

• Building and Sailing the Cheerio. by Alan Suydam
• Toy Yachts and Yachty Characters. by Charley Williamson
• What Do You Want? Information… by Earl Boebert – Gus Lassel, Ted Houk, Mill Pond MYC
• New US VMYG Division: Traditional Sailing Craft. by Harry Mote –  R/C Schooner Racing and Display Rules; Traditional Sailing Craft Scale Models; Schooners; Argonauts R/C  Schooner Fleet; R/C Scratch-built, Plank on Frame Schooners with Bulbs and Large Rudders Permitted; R/C Fiberglass Schooner Hulls Scratch Completed with Bulbs and Large Rudders Permitted
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Killer whales attack and sink sailing yacht in the Strait of Gibraltar — again

By Emily Mae Czachor

Updated on: May 14, 2024 / 4:54 PM EDT / CBS News

A sailing yacht sunk in the Strait of Gibraltar on Sunday after an unknown number of orcas  slammed into the vessel with two people on board and caused a water leak, officials said. Both crew members were rescued by a passing oil tanker, said Spain's maritime rescue service, marking the latest killer whale attack on a boat in what has become a pattern in recent years.

The incident happened at around 9 a.m. local time in the narrow strait between Spain and Morocco that has become a notorious site of human interactions with pods of killer whales that, for reasons still not fully understood, ram into boats and at times even sink them . In this case, crew members on board the SV Alboran Cognac yacht put out an emergency call for an evacuation after they encountered orcas roughly 14 miles off the coast of Cape Spartel. 

The crew members reported feeling blows to the hull of the vessel and rudder, which was damaged by the whales, the rescue service said. The agency's coordination center in Tarifa, on the Spanish side of the Strait of Gibraltar, helped arrange for their evacuation via the tanker MT Lascaux. The tanker was able to collect the crew members from the sinking yacht within the hour, and they disembarked in Gibraltar before 10:30 a.m. They abandoned the SV Alboran Cognac, which proceeded to completely disappear into the ocean.

Anyone sailing through waters from the Gulf of Cádiz in southern Spain and the Strait of Gibraltar, either in a larger motorized vessel or a personal sailing boat, is advised to avoid certain areas that the maritime rescue service marks as potentially dangerous spots for orca interactions. The greatest threats exist between May and August, when officials say that pods of killer whales are most commonly seen in those parts of the Atlantic. 

But previously recorded incidents suggest those dangers may be present at any time. Last October, a Polish boat touring company reported that a pod of orcas had managed to sink one of its yachts after repeatedly slamming into the steering fin for 45 minutes, causing it to leak. Last June, two sailing teams competing in an international race around the world reported frightening scenarios in which multiple orcas rammed into or pushed up against their boats or as they sailed west of Gibraltar. 

No one on board any of the vessels was hurt in those encounters, but the documented rise in confrontational behavior has researchers and sailors trying to determine why orcase have attempted to sink or capsize so many boats off the coasts of Spain and Portugal. 

Some sailors have even resorted to blasting thrash metal music in a bid to deter the apex predators.

Reports of orcas interacting with humans have more than tripled in the last two years or so, according to the research group GTOA, which has documented hundreds of such incidents in the region since 2020. But some of the latest data points to possible changes in the orcas' etiquette, with the group reporting only 26 interactions in the Strait of Gibraltar and Bay of Biscay areas between January and May of this year. That number is 65% lower than the number of interactions recorded in the region over the same months last year, and 40% lower than the average number of interactions recorded in the same months between 2021 and 2023, according to GTOA.

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A California man who was ordered to keep his boat out of sight has had the last laugh by commissioning an artist to paint a realistic image of it on the fence that obscures it.

Local government officials told Etienne Constable, of Seaside, California, in July that he had to build a 6-foot fence to hide the boat from view of his neighbors.

In a light-hearted jibe at officialdom, Constable decided to follow the directive, which said nothing about how the fence should be decorated, and asked local artist Hanif Panni to create a mural that makes it look as if the fence isn't there.

"I’m not a rule-breaker, but I like to make a political statement as necessary, as well as a humorous statement and a creative statement," he told NBC affiliate KSBW of Monterey Bay .

He is yet to have had any contact from the city about the mural — but he said he considers it to be covered by the right to freedom of expression as enshrined in the First Amendment.

"The reaction is extremely more than we ever expected, and we’re both just tickled about it," Constable said, referring to the stir the image has made on social media, where it has been shared many times.

Panni, who paints images across the Central Coast area, told KSBW: "I’m a big proponent of public art in spaces. It engages people in ways that reaching out and having conversations doesn’t sometimes."

And Panni added that since the Seaside boat mural has gone viral, other boat owners have approached him to see whether he can do the same for them.

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Orcas Sink Another Boat Near Iberia, Worrying Sailors Before Summer

Two people were rescued on Sunday after orcas damaged their boat near the Strait of Gibraltar, where the animals have caused havoc in recent years.

By Isabella Kwai

Summer is on the way, meaning that the orcas are out to play near the Strait of Gibraltar — which is bad news for sailors.

Two people were rescued on Sunday after an attack by a group of orcas caused enough damage to sink their boat, according to the Spanish maritime rescue service. It was the fifth such sinking in waters off the Iberian Peninsula and North Africa in recent years.

The Alboran Cognac, a sailing yacht about 50 feet long, was approached by the animals on Sunday morning, some 14 miles off Cape Spartel in Morocco, the rescue service said. Crew members onboard reported that the animals had slammed the hull, damaged the rudder and caused a leak.

A nearby oil tanker quickly maneuvered toward the boat and evacuated the two sailors, who were taken to Gibraltar, the rescue service said. The boat was left adrift, and the Moroccan authorities reported that it eventually sank.

It’s the first boat to sink in those waters this year after an orca-related mishap. A group of orcas that traverse the Strait of Gibraltar and nearby waters has plagued sailors and intrigued marine biologists , who are studying the population. Since 2020, orcas have disrupted dozens of sailing journeys in these high-traffic waters, in some cases slamming vessels hard enough to cause critical damage.

Last November, orcas slammed a yacht’s rudder for 45 minutes, causing its crew to abandon the vessel, which sank near the Tanger Med port.

The group is more likely to appear in the busy lanes around the Gulf of Cadiz and the Strait of Gibraltar between April and August, the Spanish government said in a news release, and sailors have spotted some of the orcas there in recent weeks.

Researchers do not know why the pod is targeting boats, but they have theorized that the behavior is a form of play for the curious apex predators. The interactions have become so frequent that they are now a multinational issue, involving scientists and officials from Spain, Portugal and Morocco. Online, anxious sailors have gathered to share advice on navigating “orca alley,” and biologists are tracking the orcas’ movements and testing methods that could deter them.

In the event of an orca encounter, the government advised in its release, boats should not stop but instead head toward shallower waters near the coast.

But the number of incidents may be declining: Researchers at the Atlantic Orca Working Group said on Monday that the number of orca interactions with boats between January and May had dropped some 40 percent, compared with that of similar periods in the past three years.

Isabella Kwai is a Times reporter based in London, covering breaking news and other trends. More about Isabella Kwai

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Webster man injured in boat explosion at Wayne County marina

A fire injured a 65-year-old Webster man at a marina along Sodus Bay in Wayne County Thursday morning.

The incident, initially reported as an explosion, occurred at Oak Park Marina on Catchpole Shore Road in Huron around 9:15 a.m., according to the Wayne County Sheriff's Office. The Webster man, whose name was not released, was cleaning the cabin of his boat when it burst into flames. He was able to exit the boat, but suffered severe injuries, according to the sheriff's office.

The man was flown to Strong Memorial Hospital for treatment. His medical status was not released.

Four boats at the marina were damaged in the fire, deputies said. Firefighters from six companies battled the blaze

Further details were not released. Deputies continue to investigate the incident.

Model/Actriz, Water From Your Eyes, More Announced for New York City Boat Show

L ast year, Water From Your Eyes hosted their record release show for Everyone’s Crushed on a boat in New York City. Now, the experimental art-rock duo are returning to the waves of Manhattan with a self-curated mini fest on July 25. It features performances by Model/Actriz , Water From Your Eyes, Kassie Krut, and DJ Practice, and costs $35 to attend. Find more info about the show below.

Back in January, Water From Your Eyes released a cover of the Ween song “ If You Could Save Yourself (You'd Save Us All) .” Both members of the band, Nate Amos and Rachel Brown, have worked on solo albums since their last record together. Under their longtime moniker Thanks for Coming , Brown dropped the compilation You Haven’t Missed Much and the What Is My Capacity to Love? EP . As for Amos, his newest This Is Lorelei album, Box for Buddy, Box for Star , arrives June 14.

Read about Water From Your Eyes’ 2023 boat show in “ The 13 Best Concerts of 2023 (That Weren’t Taylor Swift or Beyoncé) ,” and see why their record Everyone’s Crushed and Model/Actriz’s Dogsbody were included on “ The 50 Best Albums of 2023 .”

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Coast Guard says Alaska charter boat likely capsized last year after flooding, killing 5

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SITKA, Alaska (AP) — A fishing charter boat found partially submerged off an island in southeast Alaska last May likely capsized after its well deck flooded in rough seas, according to the U.S. Coast Guard, which investigated the incident that left five people dead, including two vacationing sisters and their partners.

More than 100 people attended the Coast Guard’s town hall-style presentation in Sitka last week on the findings of its investigation, the Daily Sitka Sentinel reported .

Investigators said survival options were limited once the 30-foot (9-meter) boat, Awakin, capsized on May 28, 2023; the vessel was not required to carry an emergency raft. The boat, which was found off Low Island, about 10 miles (16 kilometers) west of Sitka, had minimal provisions for draining water from the well deck, the Coast Guard’s lead investigator, Cmdr. Nate Menefee, said.

“The initiating event of the Awakin’s casualty was a sudden flooding of Awakin’s well deck by a large swell,” Menefee said. “This was impacted by positioning the vessel close to Low Island in shallow water and at low tide, which brought the vessel to a hazardous area, increasing the likelihood of encountering large swells and breaking surf. The navigation of Awakin near Low Island is a major factor of this incident. Flooding the vessel’s well deck and limited drainage openings would have substantially impacted vessel stability.”

Menefee said there is a degree of uncertainty around the final minutes of the trip and added that the Coast Guard “cannot definitively say exactly what caused Awakin to capsize.” There were no witnesses and no distress calls received, the Coast Guard said.

At 2:43 p.m. on May 28, the boat’s tracking system recorded its last known location, just south of Low Island near a well-known fishing spot. One of the passengers trapped in the cabin tried five times to make emergency calls on their cellphone between 3:01 and 3:12 p.m., but no calls connected. A text message recovered from the phone’s draft messages folder read “Call 911” but was unsent.

The last photos recovered from a phone were taken at 2:43 p.m. and show a passenger holding a rockfish.

The lodge where the charter originated reported the boat overdue around 5:30 p.m. A Coast Guard helicopter launched at 6:55 p.m. and shortly thereafter located the boat, partially submerged. While the Coast Guard aims to maintain 30-minute readiness for launching a helicopter, it took longer that day because of fueling issues.

Those who died were charter guide Morgan Robidou, 32; Brandi Tyau, 56, and her partner Robert Solis, 61, of Canoga Park, California; and Danielle Agcaoili, 53, and her husband, Maury Agcaolli, 57, of Waipahu, Hawaii. Autopsies determined drowning was the cause of death of the four whose bodies were recovered .