Hans Christian 38

Tartan 372

Hans Christian 38

Tartan 37

Tartan 34

Sun protection should rate as high on your safety checklist as PFD’s. While sun damage may not immediately be apparent, the long term consequences of sun damage are myriad. Cases of skin cancer (all forms) have risen each year, and cosmetic “rejuvenation” centers are springing up everywhere, with much of their revenue coming from fixing sun damage. Age spots, freckles, wrinkles and saggy skin are mostly caused by over-exposure to the sun. And if you color your hair, the color will fade much more quickly if exposed to the sun!

So, what can we do to prevent becoming a “grizzled old sailor”? Sunscreen, of course, is the first step. A higher SPF number and/or a higher price doesn’t necessarily mean it works better. Re-apply often, especially after swimming. The sprays are a convenient way to apply and re-apply sunscreen. (My personal favorite is Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Body Mist w/45 SPF).

Consumer Reports Health offers these tips for using sunscreens:

• Don’t rely on sunscreen alone.  Wear protective clothing and limit time in the sun.
• Choose a sunscreen that is water resistant with an SPF of at least 30. Above 30, there’s not much more protection.
• Reapply your sunscreen every 2 hours and after swimming or sweating.
• Use 2 to 3 tablespoons of a lotion on most of your body, or “spray as much as can be evenly rubbed in and then go back over every area and spray completely once again,” advises Jessica Krant, M.D., a board-certified dermatologist.
• Don’t pay too much.  La Roche-Posay costs $18.82 per ounce and scored lower overall than No-Ad at 59 cents an ounce.

A few more tips:

·          If your boat doesn’t have a bimini, get one. They’re not cheap, but have you checked the cost of

having biopsies, surgery or laser treatments lately? Bimini’s aren’t nearly as painful either.

·          Wear a wide brimmed hat and good sunglasses. Not only will you look cool, but you’ll be protecting

·          your scalp, face and eyes from over-exposure to sun.

·          Lightweight, long sleeved clothing helps protect from UVB rays (No sunscreen fully protects from

UVA rays.)

Sabre 38'

Kalik 44'

Wauquiez 43'

Tartan 37'

CS 36 SOLD!

Another CS 36' Sold!

Neptune 33 SOLD!

Cal 35 SOLD!

Baba 35 SOLD!

Reducing Your Risks

1. Drink lots of cool water

Drink lots of cool water, more than you think you need, when the weather is hot and humid. (High humidity makes heat injuries more likely because perspiration does not evaporate from the skin as quickly; this causes the body to cool down more slowly.) Water is best; fruit and vegetable juices are good, too.

Drink at least a gallon of liquid a day (about 16 glasses) when the outside temperature is above 90 degrees and you’re out on your boat. This will mean drinking 1 1/2 times as much liquid as your thirst signals you to drink.

Overweight people need even more water during summer than average weight people.

Do not drink beer or other alcoholic beverages, coffee, tea or other drinks containing caffeine because they cause you to lose fluid.

2. Maintain normal salt intake

Maintain normal salt intake in your diet (1 1/2 teaspoons or less per day). If you have heart disease or high blood pressure, ask your doctor about your salt intake.

3. Stay cool

Wear light-colored clothes that are loosely woven and absorbent. Cotton is best; it absorbs 40 percent of its weight in moisture. Most synthetic (manmade) materials trap body heat and are not absorbent. Wear a hat to shade your head. Wet bandannas around the neck help cool your entire body. Now is the time to give the kids squirt guns!

5. Older people are more sensitive to heat

Realize that older people are more sensitive to heat and may easily suffer heat-related sickness. Also, anyone with diabetes, heart disease, arteriosclerosis, high blood pressure, or Parkinson’s Disease is more sensitive to the effects of heat.

Types of Heat-Related Problems

• Heat Cramps – symptoms include painful cramping and spasms of legs, arms and/or abdominal (stomach) muscles.
• Heat Exhaustion – symptoms include feeling tired, weak, and dizzy; headache, nausea and possible vomiting. Heavy perspiration; skin feels moist.
• Heat Stroke – symptoms include feeling tired, weak and dizzy. Skin feels hot and dry, even under armpits; appears red and flushed. May become delirious and unconscious. This is a life threatening situation! Call 911.

Treating Heat-Related Problems

Heat Cramps

1. Rest in a cool, shaded place.
2. Drink cool water slowly (4 ounces which is equal to 1/2 cup of fluid, every 15 minutes)
3. Stretch the muscle lightly.
4. Massage the area gently.

Heat Exhaustion

1. Rest in a cool, shaded place.
2. Lie down with feet raised 8 to 12 inches.
3. Loosen all clothing.
4. Drink cool water (4 ounces, which is equal to 1/2 cup of fluid, every 15 minutes).
5. Place cool, wet clothes on forehead and body.

Heat Stroke

1. Remove clothing.
2. Sponge with cool water.
3. Fan with a towel or cloth.
4. Call an ambulance and transport the person to the nearest emergency room immediately. This is a life-threatening emergency.

(information excerpted from WebMD and Mayo Clinic)

J 160

C&C 35′

Valiant 40'

Beneteau 345

Who says boats aren’t selling? Below, you’ll see photos of just a few of the boats we’ve sold this spring. Truth is, the inventory of quality sailing vessels has shrunk dramatically. If you’ve been thinking of putting your boat on the market, contact us to get the job done!

Jeanneau 39

Moody 42

Bristol 45.5

Bavaria 38

Morgan 38

Gulfstar 53

Edgewater 34

Congratulations Rick & Marilynn!

Marilynn Katatsky had waited years for this day, but she never dreamed she’d say her wedding vows in a PFD.

Engaged since 2003, Katatsky, 62, and Rick Kaufmann, 67, were married June 4 aboard Patriot Games, their 2007 EdgeWater 245 CC. Garlands of white flowers trimmed the boat and a small wreath on the bow completed the look of a floating wedding chapel. The ceremony was held on Spa Creek near the Annapolis Yacht Club in Maryland.

34' Legacy

43' Ocean Alexander

McKinna 57'

DeFever 44'

Judge 32'

38' Sabreline

Atlantic / BHM 36

Wilbur 34

Tiara 33

Pilgrim 40

Island Gypsy 40

Albin 32'

Albin 28'

34' American Tug

Grand Banks 42'

Cranchi 50'

As licensed Florida brokers, we were able to help our client purchase this 2005 Cranchi 50′ in Florida, arrange to have it transported to Maryland, and complete the paperwork to get it regestered here in Maryland.

1. First and foremost, carefully check out several marinas before you decide. Ask your broker, and your boating friends and acquaintances for referrals. If you plan to live aboard, be sure to ask if it is allowed. Walk around, look at the facilities (especially the bath house), and talk to people who keep their boats there.
2. If you will be living aboard, try to meet other liveaboards at the marina. Are there washers and dryers on site or will you have to drive to the laundromat? Location matters: are there groceries, banks, gas stations, and restaurants available nearby? How far away is the gym or library? In other words, check the conveniences that are important to you..
3. Can you haul your boat at the marina you’re considering, or will you need to take it somewhere else? Can you do work on your boat, or must you use yard personnel or contractors? While it is convenient to have your boat hauled where you live, a working boatyard is a noisy boatyard during the weekdays.
4. Is the marina more of a resort type marina? This is great if you like lots of activities going on, especially in the summer months. If the marina has a pool, will it be full of children on the weekends? Where will your slip be in relation to the activity?
5. What sort of security does the marina offer? Is it gated? Is there a security officer on patrol? This is especially important in the winter when fewer people are around.
6. What is included in your slip fee? Usually, you’ll be billed for the electricity you use, but many marinas also charge a live aboard fee. If there is a pool and/or clubhouse, will you have to pay extra to use them? Be sure you know what the all the expenses will be before you sign a lease.
7. Speaking of leases, be sure to read the lease carefully before you sign anything. Also, get a copy of the marinas rules and policies.
8. Don’t forget, moving a boat is far easier than moving your house. If you make a mistake, you can always move to a different marina next year. Check your lease for guidelines as to how much notice is required before you move.

Doug & Shanna Moler bought their Lyman Morse Seguin 44′ through Martin Bird & Associates late in 2005. They brought her down from New Hampshire to Annapolis, added a bit of equipment, provisioned, and off they went. Here is an excerpt of their latest update:

“Last year’s cruising was still in the Med.  We departed Tarragona, Spain, our winter home, on March 1st.
Everyone told us it was too early, but we thought we’d proved them wrong when we had 3 glorious weeks on Spain’s Costa Brava—beautiful weather, deserted anchorages, marina berths whenever we wanted them at winter rates. The dreaded Gulf of Lyon?  No problem.  Then came April in France.

Back in Greece now, planning on staying in Aghios Nikolaos at least until the END of March.   Maybe we’ll even be reading some Greek by then.  Yeah, right.”

Greg Kaufman just sold this Universal 36′ to a gentleman who will be shipping her to St. Petersburg, Russia as soon as the weather allows.

1994 Sabreline 36'

The new owners of this yacht will be bringing her to Tilghman Island in the spring of ’09

1997 Beneteau 46'

We thought this yacht would be great for living aboard, and sure enough, the new owner lives aboard full time in Virginia.

1984 26' Fortier

1982 Mason 43'

1987 45' Jeanneau Sun Kiss

1999 50' Beneteau owners version