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Issue #166
December 2016

HOLIDAY BOAT PARADE THIS MONTH

REDEVELOPMENT CAUSES SLIP VACANCY ISSUE
A CHRISTMAS WISH LIST
HOLIDAY RECIPES FOR THE GALLEY
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FROM THE EDITOR

The Mariner is
Editor/Publisher
Pat Reynolds

Columnists
Richard Schaefer
Dave Kirby
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Friday of every month.
This issue
November 25 - December 30

Important
Numbers
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Marina del Rey

Sheriff:
310-482-6000

Ah yes, the Watercar Python. For

the discerning boater who has
decided that the form factor of
a boat is not nearly as appealing
as that of a car. Hmmm, maybe
its the discerning car enthusiast
that feels cheated because he
cant keep going when he hits
the coastline. He drives down by
the sea and thinks, Ugh, this is
so god-damn limiting!
Sure he could get a trailer hitch
and a boat and do that whole
thing but isnt it easier to just
stick the cooler in the trunk and
keep driving? Of course it is and
thats why this car was built. It
has the motor of a corvette and
can reach speeds of 60-mph
(and beyond) on the water
the skipper hardly has to slow
down. What are the downsides
you might ask? The first one is
it cant fly. Its safe to speculate
that buyers of the Watercar
Python will quickly look up
and say: Wait, why cant I go
there?

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C A R B O AT G U Y

Short of that its perfect. Who

wouldnt want to take the
mistress over to Catalina in
a bright orange water-going
Plymouth? Youre at Two
Harbors in a half hour and
you can just drive past all the
moorings, onto the beach, on up
the hill to the Banning House.
Throw the keys to the stunned
bellman, give him a wink and
say, park this sled for me will
you Danny?
After a nap and a strict complaint
to the manager about the lack of
televisions in the room, you hop
back in your Python, do some
donuts in front of Cat Harbor
and maybe chase the buffalo
around for a while.

You say to the your mistress in

complete glee and amazement.
This island is great, but it is
boring. She agrees and begs to
leave.
Back in the Python. On the way
home some annoying dolphins
tried to get in the way, but you
gave them the finger and showed
them that this thing doesnt go
60-mph it tops 60-mph. Near
the cliffs of Palos Verdes, the
mistress calls over the loudness
of the Corvette motor, I think
I just saw a whale. You didnt
hear her and frankly you dont
care10 more minutes and
youll be back in L.A.
Ah man, what a day. As you
pull up the launch ramp while
everyone else struggles with
their rusting trailers, you fart
loudly and say, Take that you
idiots! Ill see you on the 405!

My blazer isnt even dirty!

WHATS INSIDE

Thanks for picking it up!

Coming Events

O the Wire

Empty Slips = Big Problems

Construction in MdR Causes Wide Spread Slip Vacancy

Coolest Parade in Town

Marina del Rey Holiday Boat Parade Rides Again

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Los Angeles County

Lifeguard:
310-577-5700

Holiday Eats
Yummy Holiday Recipes

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Devil Winds by Mike Leneman

Explaining the Notorious Santa Ana Winds

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Vessel Assist:
800-399-1921

Local Currents by Richard Schaefer

A Holiday Wish List

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Marine Life Rescue

800-39WHALE

Racing - Berger Stein 2017

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According to Dave (Fishing Report) & Tip of the Month

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Classied Section

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Cover photo of sailing Santa and his

trusty elf by Pat Reynolds

Photo by Pat Reynolds

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Coming Events!
Whats Happening Around Americas Largest Recreational Harbor and Catalina Island Too!
December 5

Holiday Boat Parade

Decorating Seminar
Get the inside scoop on how to win! And have
a great safe time on the water. Join, Louis
Scaduto, Visual Effects Artist, Architect,
Realtor, Sailor and MDR Boat Parade Board
Member as he goes over how to get noticed
at the Holiday Boat Parade. Hell review the
14 award categories and 125 great prizes and
discuss the parade route, awards party and much
more. Now that LED lights use very little power
and are cheap, it makes it fast and simple to put
on a special light effects extravaganza. Joining
the parade is a must-do event for anyone who
enjoys the marina and wants to have the best
seat for viewing the spectacle. Light fare and
refreshments will be served. The entry fee for
the parade is only $25 for an individual! For
more information on the parade, photos, history,
the entry form and sponsorship opportunities,
visit the website: mdrboatparade.org.

December 8

Lecture on San Nicolas

Island Native People
Susan Morris, a local researcher and writer, will
discuss new research into the 1835 removal of
native peoples from San Nicolas Island (the
Nicoleos) and give details about their lives in
the growing city of Los Angeles. This lecture
can also be viewed live online at:www.nps.gov/
chis/planyourvisit/live-programs.htm at 7:00
p.m.

December 10

54th Annual Holiday Boat Parade

Check out the 54th Annual Holiday Boat Parade
& Snow Wonder Festival. Ring in the holiday
season on December 10 at Marina del Reys
most festive holiday celebration. Theres no
better place to enjoy a lighted boat parade than
at North Americas largest man-made smallcraft harbor. The day begins with the familyfocused Snow Wonder festival from 12-6p at
the waterfront Burton Chace Park. Children
will enjoy crafts, snow play and sledding, face
painting, DJ entertainment, food trucks, and
more. At 5:55 p.m., a brief fireworks show will
kick off the boat parade, which runs till 8 p.m.
Spectators can gather at the park, at Fishermans
Village, and other local venues to watch dozens
of festively lighted boats troll through the
harbor channels. Parking at Burton Chace Park
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is available for $8 in County Lots #77 and #4.

Pay stations take credit cards and cash. Parking
is also available at Fishermans Village (cash
only; $1 per 20 minutes, $15 max; pay attendant
at exit). FREE ADMISSION!

December 10

Snow Wonder at
Burton Chace Park
Join in the spirit of winter at our free Marina del
Rey Snow Wonder event. Children can enjoy
real snow, sledding, arts & crafts, face painting,
live DJ, food trucks and much more. From 12
p.m 6 p.m at 13640 Mindanao Way (Burton
Chace Park). For more info 310-305-9545

December 11

Champion Paddle for

Breast Cancer
ProSUP Shop has partnered with Dr. Tiffany B.
Grunwald on a monthly breast cancer awareness
and support event at Marina Beach. ProSUP
offers discounted rental rates for participants
in the monthly 90-minute group paddle around
the Marina. The champion paddle is about
celebrating our own healthy bodies and the
tremendous women paddling with the group
who have battled breast cancer and treatment.
It is a formidable struggle to trust again that
your body will be strong. We are coming
together as a community to support and honor
each Champion. Each month, participants
bring something that helped them or a loved
one during their recovery from surgery,
chemotherapy, or radiation. The donations are
bundled in baskets and gifted to Dr. Grunwalds
patients. Questions: 310-230-1466.

December 16

4th Annual Catalina Museum

Holiday Symphony Concert
The Catalina Island Museum Holiday Symphony
Concert is one of the most beloved and highly
anticipated events of Avalons holiday season.
The Stanford Symphony Orchestra returns to
perform a dynamic variety of classical music in
one of Californias most beautiful and historic
venues... Hours 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm. Catalina
Island Museum - One Casino Way Avalon CA
- Venue Phone - 310-510-2414

December 17

Farmers Market
Shop for fresh fruits and veggies, floral bouquets,
gourmet foods, and handmade craft items at this
weekly market. Find it in the parking lot next
to the Cheesecake Factory on Villa Marina @

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Panay Way. Saturdays, 9-2 p.m.

December 19 Jan 6

Winter Youth Sailing Camp, taught by LA

County Lifeguards Los Angeles County
Lifeguards will be instructing a 5-day beginning
sailing class for kids 11-17. The beginning
sailing curriculum will include knot tying, basic
sailing knowledge and terms, boat maintenance
and rigging, tacking, docking and ocean sailing.
Students will be learning to sail on 14-foot Capri
sailboats (with main sail & jib); in the final days
of the session (depending on the advancement
of the class) the students get experience on 24foot MacGregor. Students should wear their
swimsuit under comfortable clothes and tennis
shoes to class. Bring a towel, warmer clothing,
and a snack or lunch. In the event of inclement
weather or unsafe water conditions, camp
cancellation may occur. $250.00 per session*
*Financial aid available to qualifying families.
All sessions will be held in Marina del Rey
from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 13640 Mindanao Way.
Contact (310) 305-9587 marinadelrey.lacounty.
gov.

December 31

New Years Eve Celebration

Join your neighbors for a live broadcast of
CNNs New Years Eve Live from Times Square
shown on a jumbo screen at Burton Chase Park.
The screening begins at 7 p.m. and will conclude
with a ball-drop countdown and 10-minute
fireworks show at 9 p.m. Then, celebrate again
on West Coast time with another countdown and
fireworks show at midnight. Parking is available
for $8 in county lots 4 and 77 on Mindanao Way.
Questions - 310-305-9545.

January 7

Berger/Stein Series
Del Rey Yacht Club will present the 44th
running of the William Berger Series. PHRF and
One Design are welcome to compete and the
first race of the year frequently attracts over one
hundred boats. The series also features the Stein
Series for cruising boats. Winners have ranged
in size from Roy Disneys maxi sled Pyewacket
to Jerry and Lea Kayes 26 foot sloop MisQue
Details, entry information contact Del Rey
Yacht Club at dryc.org.

Ongoing

Tropical Rock
Every Wednesday 6:00 -9:00 p.m. at The
Warehouse Restaurant Unkle Monkey duo
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performs island music and pop/rock on guitar,

ukulele, congas, and steel drum. Voted one
of the Top 3 Bands on the Westside by The
Argonaut two years in a row. They are a boater
friendly band and will take all your Jimmy
Buffett requests! Happy Hour 4:00 -7:00 p.m.
4499 Admiralty Way Marina Del Rey
Santa Monica
Windjammers Yacht Club
We invite members, guests, and prospective
members to join us for cocktails, food, live
music, dancing and fun on Sunday afternoons
from 4:00 to 7:00 (food served at 5:00). No
reservations needed. This is a great way to end
your day on the water, or just to wind down
from the weekend. Live jazz or classic rock
bands are here for entertainment. We are located
at 13589 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, CA
90292, (310) 827-7692. Please visit our website
at www.smwyc.org for activities, membership
details, racing, events, directions, and more.
Womens Sailing Association of
Santa Monica Bay
Meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at the
Santa Monica Windjammers Yacht Club, 13589
Mindanao Way, in Marina del Rey. The meeting,
held at 7:30, is preceded by a social hour, and
a light dinner is served. Each meeting features
a guest speaker discussing their adventures
and achievements. WSA invites boaters of all
skill levels to join. Its programs, include day
sails, seminars, parties, and cruises including
destinations such as King Harbor, Catalina and
the northern Channel Islands, For membership
information contact email membership@
wsasmb.org or on the web at www.wsasmb.org.
Marina Sunday Sailing Club
Since 1981 MSSC has brought together skippers
and crew in a friendly social environment for
daysails in Santa Monica Bay and cruises
to Catalina and other destinations. We meet
onthe2ndand4thSundayofeachmonthon
the
patio at Burton Chace park under the Club
banner. Meetings start at 10:00 a.m. We hold
a brief business meeting and then head out for
an afternoon of sailing on the Bay after which
we gather at a members dock for wine, snacks
and more socializing. Visitors are welcome
and a one day guest membership of only $10
entitles you to brunch and a day of sailing, if
space is available. No prior sailing experience
is necessary. For more info call (310) 226-8000
or see website at www.marinasundaysailors.org
Catalinas of Santa Monica Bay
Owners of Catalina yachts join us for our
monthly meetings at the Santa Monica
Windjammers Yacht Club. The meetings have
been changed to the 4th Tuesday of each month.
We would like to welcome Catalina owners
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to join our club. We have speakers, cruises to

Catalina, races and other events throughout he
year. Our doors open at 6:00 for happy hour and
then dinner around 7 to 7:30 and our main event
after that. Join the fun and meet other owners of
Catalinas. For more info email Jeanne Cronin at
jeannecro@gmail.com
Single Mariners of Marina del Rey
Attention sailors and singles. Single Mariners
of Marina del Rey invites you for a dinner
and a sail. Join us twice a month for a meet
and greet social hour followed by dinner and a
meeting. The goal of the club is to meet new
people that have an interest in sailing or want
to learn about ocean going sailing. We are a
FUN social club built around weekend sailing
on the bay. We match skippers with crew for
a fun day of sailing. We meet on the first and
third Thursdays of each month with a day-sail
the following weekend weather and skippers
permitting. The meetings are held inside Pacific
Mariners Yacht Club. There is a $7.00 charge to
attend. PMYC is located at 13915 Panay Way,
Marina Del Rey. For additional information
contact Single Mariners Commodore, Alan
Rock at alanrock1@gmail.com, (310) 721-2825
or visit the website www.singlemariners.net.

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Tons of Pot Turns Up on Santa Rosa Island

Officials Close Island

No Fish Story!

Ventura, CA Channel Islands National Park Superintendent Russell Galipeau issued a closure of
Santa Rosa Island for a week this past month, due to concerns for visitor safety.
Federal and local law enforcement personnel recovered numerous bundles of marijuana on Santa
Rosa Island, which are believed to be linked to a maritime smuggling attempt. 44 bundles of
marijuana, weighing nearly 3,000 pounds were uncovered.
Law enforcement officers from multiple agencies are conducted aerial and ground searches on
Santa Rosa Island to determine if any suspects associated with the smuggling attempt were still at
large on the island.
This closure, while unfortunate, is necessary to protect the public from potential harm, said
Channel Islands National Park Superintendent Russell Galipeau at the time.
Park rangers searched for and recovered three campers on the island and transported them back to
the mainland via National Park Service vessel. This closure affected approximately 73 visitors who
had trips booked for that weekend.
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New Discovery of Native Peoples of San Nicolas Island

Ventura, CA During the December From Shore to Sea Lecture, Susan

Morris, a local researcher and writer, will discuss new research into the
1835 removal of native peoples from San Nicolas Island (the Nicoleos)
and give details about their lives in the growing city of Los Angeles.
The story of the Lone Woman of San Nicolas Island has fascinated
people for generations and formed the basis for the popular childrens
book, Island of the Blue Dolphins. In 1835, the Nicoleos were
removed from their island home, except for one woman, who remained
on the island for 18 years. In 1853, she sailed to Santa Barbara
with George Nidever. Efforts were made to find people who could
communicate with her, but the she died seven weeks later, unable to
fully share her story.
Morris will discuss new research using provincial Mexican papers, Los
Angeles documents, American records, and church registers, which
identified the Lone Womans people in Los Angeles. At least five men,
women, and children are confirmed or are likely to have come to Los
Angeles from San Nicolas Island in 1835.

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Channel Islands research since 1987. She has participated in field
studies on seven of the eight Channel Islands, working on archaeology,
paleontology, geology, and biology projects. Morris was the principle
investigator of a cave-associated archaeological site survey in Wreck
Canyon, Santa Rosa Island. Her recent focus has been historical
research on events related to the life of the Lone Woman of San
Nicolas Island.
The talk will be held on Thursday, December 8, 2016. The From Shore
to Sea lecture series is sponsored by Channel Islands National Park
to further the understanding of current research on the Channel Islands
and surrounding marine waters. The lecture will take place at 7:00 p.m.
at the Channel Islands National Park Robert J. Lagomarsino Visitor
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Empty Slips = Big Problems

The never-ending ramifications of Marina del Reys

redevelopment continue on. It seems things will lay still,
but then, suddenly, become tumultuous, confusing and
frustrating at some given moment. The latest issue that
is weighing heavy is the reality of multiple construction
projects happening simultaneously causing a temporary
shortage of slips. Although anyone whos trying to come into the marina
with a boat will find difficulty in doing so, its the local brokers that are
feeling the squeeze more than anyone. Bar Harbors full tear-down has
removed that entire basins worth of slips to go away, which is quite
a few, there is also Neptune and Pier that are out of commission; plus
a major pending project at Mariners Bay, which has caused them to not
accept more tenants. Not to mention the Marina del Rey Hotel anchorage
that is also redoing slips (on a smaller scale) and causing shortages. All
in all thats over 1,000 slips that are completely unavailable in addition to
a freeze on existing slips related to construction. For brokers, this is like
removing entire sections from their stores and severely hampering their
ability to make sales. Brokers depend on the availability of slips to make
and close deals.

Purcell went on to say that the situation has created problems for all of
the brokers in Marina del Rey and also to boaters who had to vacate but
couldnt find another slip for one reason or another. He and other brokers
have questioned the planning process and wondered aloud why this wasnt
staged differently.

I havent seen, and Ive been a broker here since 1974, an impact on
boaters as severe as this, said Gerry Purcell of Purcell Yachts. The
energy crisis, the financial crisis none of them have been as severe
as this.

With so many slips completely offline, the next natural fear is that
anchorages might take advantage of the situation and raise rents, knowing
that boaters would be over a barrel. Its already happened in one of the
basins, a boater who asked not to be named said his rent went up 30% and
had no recourse. Theres no way for him to do anything but except the
hike because there currently is no where to go besides heading down to
the Long Beach/Wilmington area.

The health and well being of brokers is of particular concern to boaters

and tradesmen in MdR for this is where it all starts. People buy boats
from brokerages then those new owners rent slips, pay people to fix
their boat, get gas, make improvements, take lessonswhateverit all
begins with that sale. They are lifeblood and it should be concerning to all
involved including county officials that a freeze of this magnitude could
be problematic down stream.
In one month, I had four clients that wanted to write offers on boats,
but I couldnt find a 40-foot slip, said Purcell. They were commissions
anywhere from five to ten thousand dollars each.
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I was concerned as early as I understood that Neptune and Pier 44

redevelopment was really going to happen, probably 6 9 months ago,
said Steve Curran who has been selling boats in Marina del rey since the
1980s. These closures had been rumored for years but always delayed.
David Lumian, Chairman of the Small Craft Harbor Commission, brought
this up at a Harbor Commission hearing three to six months ago and it
was down played in terms of how it would affect slip availability by
county Staff.
The department is trying to be committed to getting everyone who is in
a slip thats being a displaceda new slip, said Lumian. The problem is
it doesnt allow for new people who want to move their boats here or want
to buy a boat and keep it here.

Lumian spoke optimistically about the countys mindfulness of the

dilemma and encouraged boaters who have been affected to reach out to
county officials or the Small Craft Harbor Commission and let them know
what their situation is.
Its not going to heal itself, Lumian said. I raised this issue nearly
a year ago and at the time it didnt seem to resonatenow that its
happening, people need to let us know whats going on. It starts with
people expressing themselves.

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Coolest Parade

ifty-three years after a handful of boats circled a then

brand-new Marina del Rey in the first Marina del Rey
Holiday Boat Parade the boating community will once
again put on their traditional festive show. This year,
Olympic gold medalist KK Clark will be acting as
Grand Marshall for the eventshes the local girl who
represented both her community and the entire country
in a big way at the last summer Olympics in Rio.
Back in those first days, before celebrity Grand Marshall and giant
fireworks displays, a bunch of boats in the nearly baron harbor simply
strung some Christmas tree lights over the spreaders or fly-bridge of
their vessels and circled the grounds celebrating the Christmas holiday
boater style.
Today, thousands of people from all over the Los Angeles area line the

in

Town

sidewalks around the basins to witness how creative the boating breed can
be. They line the outer edges of MdR and take in another dimension of
the holiday spectacle. Folding chairs and blankets are the order of the day
for spectators who are guaranteed a hearty blend of Christmas spirit and
homespun LED artistry.
The parade has come a long way since its 1963 inaugural circling of the
harbor, a place, which at the time consisted of only about 100 boats total.
Fifteen to twenty decorated vessels rounded a course in a harbor that had
very few buildings, no public park and not even a separated breakwall as
its entrance.
The first non-commercial boat in the Marina was also the winner of the
first Marina del Rey Christmas Boat Parade. The Pez Espada, an 85-foot
motor sailor owned by George and Elizabeth Floyd and maintained by
a young man, Jack Sells. Jack had the Pezs rigging adorned with lights

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and a full choir singing on her decks as she passed by the Pieces of Eight
restaurant (what is now Whiskey Reds) where the judges were located.
Sells was also in charge of the very first boat in the harbor, a fireboat
that patrolled the area. He laughingly said that he and the Harbor Patrol
would make the rounds, but since there were no other boatsthe job was
really easy.
Longtime Marina del Rey resident and cofounder of the Marina del Rey
Historical Society Willie Hjorth remembers those first days as less of
a public event and more of a bonding and celebration between the few
boaters that inhabited the new space. Hjorth later became a driving force
in the progression and modernization of the parade, which led to events
of over 100 boats.
Of course it was brand new and we all thought that if you had 20 strands
of lights you were really great, Hjorth said of the first parade.
The Marina was a more intimate place in the early to mid 1960s. Without
a detached breakwall, a powerful ocean surge would often roll in and
wreak havoc for the few boats inhabiting the space that now harbors over
4,000 boats. Boaters would band together and help each other manage
the chaos.
Illustrating how small and tight knit it was, one of the first Marina
del Rey tenants, Margie Bragg, said in an interview that the entire town
came to watch the first parade at the Pieces of Eight and there was room
for everyone.
Twice we had a Christmas tree on a raft out in the middle of the main
basin, with a generator to light it, Bragg said of the first few parades. We
kept it there throughout the holiday season. John Erskine
and my husband, Steve, took turns rowing out every night
with gasoline to keep the lights burning.
In 1968, with the driving force of the main boater advocacy
organization of the time, Pioneer Skippers Boat Owners
Association, the boat parade began to become something
significantly more substantial.
Hjorth recollects that a definite turning point was when
parade organizers looked to people affiliated with the Rose
Parade to come and share the knowledge that they had (in
abundance) for such an event.
We were really helped along when we said to ourselves,
the Rose Parade knows how to put on floatswhy dont
we get some people from there to come here and show us
how to do it? Hjorth said. So we had some decorating
seminars.
Through the 1970s on into the 80s boats began to
reflect the influence of the Rose Parade and the
city of Los Angeles began to take notice. By this
time Burton Chance Park was built in the heart
of the Marina and was a perfect viewing area for city
residents.
As years passed, LED (light emitting diode) lights, more
compact generators and years of experience yielded more
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sophisticated and ambitious designs. Celebrity Grand Marshalls became

part of the tradition, citywide press coverage ensued and Marina del Reys
streets were filled with spectators watching a spectrum of lights reflect off
the harbors calm waters.
Hjorth said there was a peak stretch where the creativity and affection
for the event was contagious and the interest sincere, but around
1990, volunteerism began to fade and participation numbers reflected
the dilemma.
The yuppie movement, working mothers and an overall shift in lifestyle
seemed to have affected the parade and there were some lean times but
since the MdRs 50th birthday the event has once again shown very strong
entry numbers and spectator turnout.
On December 10, you can bet there will be a wide array of powerboats and
sailboats adorned with lights configured in a seemingly impossible way.
There will be bands playing traditional holiday music, crusty old boaters
dressed as Santas, the sound of little kids screaming salutations across the
evenings calm water. On this December night hundreds of local boaters,
like they have done for over 50-years will put on a show, free of charge,
for the greater Los Angeles community.
The event will be held on December 10 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m with
a fireworks show starting at 5:55 p.m. Prime viewing is at Burton Chace
Park at 13650 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, but there are areas all
throughout the Marina where the parade can be seen including Fishermans
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holiday EatS!

Some of you folks will be opting to have

a different kind of a Christmas or maybe a party
with a nice holiday din din on the boat. For that,
maybe it might be nice to get a little help from
those who know whats what around the galley.
The Boat Galley is a big fat recipe book written
expressly for dishes that can be prepared in the
tight confines of an onboard kitchen. With the
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serve the holiday well. No one will mind if you
serve up a delicious Sweet Potato Casserole and
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Holiday Cheese Ball
Serves 6 to 8

cups chopped green onion or chopped

dill pickle
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
cup finely chopped walnuts, pecans, almonds,
or other nuts

Total Time: 15 minutes using alternate method

with no chill time
Prep Time: 15 minutes

Alternative Method with no refrigeration: Make

the cheese mixture as above. Place it in a small
bowl or spread it on a dinner plate and cover
with the nuts. Serve at once.

16 ounces cream cheese, softened

1 cups shredded sharp cheddar or similar
cheese

Combine the cream cheese, cheddar, green

onion, mayonnaise, and Worcestershire with a
potato masher, food processor, or your hands
(Carolyns technique). Shape into two small
balls and roll in the nuts. You could make one
large ball, but then each serving would have
fewer nuts on the surface. Wrap in plastic wrap
or place in a plastic bag and chill for several
hours or overnight to let the flavors blend.

Sweet Potato Casserole

Serves 6

Total Time: 40 minutes

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Bake Time: 30 minutes

3 cups cooked mashed sweet potatoes

cup milk
1 cup sugar
2 eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
cup flour
4 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened
1. Preheat over to 400 F
2. Mix the sweet potatoes, milk, sugar, eggs,
and vanilla. Pour into a greased 2-quart
casserole.
3. Mix together the topping ingredients and
sprinkle over the casserole. Cover and bake
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Devil Winds
A look at the notorious Santa Anas
By Mike Leneman

ts fall and that means Santa Ana winds can sneak up and wreak
havoc. Local oceanographer and master sailor Mike Leneman
wrote a great article all about this potentially dangerous
weather event.

You smell Chaparral, the air is warm, but also very dry...the sky is clear
and there is almost no wind. You detect a slight breeze from the north,
northeast. What is going on? You have this wired feeling, almost an
irritation...kind of an antsy feeling.

Welcome to the Santa Ana condition that Southern California is known for
(in France its the Mistral, both are strong offshore winds). Its probably
the only really dangerous weather condition for sailors in this area. If
a cold front comes through, the sailors know it and we dont often go out
sailing in the rain, or leave the dock when its already blowing 25-knots.
The Santa Ana, on the other hand, often catches people with their pants
down, or with their sails up.
The general feeling is that they are not predictable but there are a lot of
prescient signs and if a sailor is sensitive to these signs they can usually
avoid a lot of the danger.
So, to start with, what is the driving force behind the Santa Ana winds?
That is pretty simple: its a high-pressure system sitting to the north or
north-northeast of us. This system produces winds that come from the
northeast and travel down-slope towards us. The wind funnels through
the canyons and accelerates in speed due to the venturi effect. This is
in strong contrast to our normal westerly winds, which slowly build
throughout the day as the deserts heat up. The ocean water is usually
in the 60s, as is the air temperature above it. As the inland areas heat
up into the 80s and 90s it creates a local low pressure and the cooler
sea-air is accelerated towards this low-pressure area. This sea-breeze
increases throughout the day with a maximum wind velocity occurring in
late afternoon.
The Santa Ana has a different pattern. It can occur almost any time
a high-pressure cell moves over the area to the north, northeast of us (like
over Nevada, or N. California). It can blow hard day or night. It actually
competes with our standard westerly wind during the daytime and that is
why it often blows harder at night.

Look for wind direction changes, watch the water surface for signs of
strong winds coming your way (the surface of the water will look darker
as the wind ruffles the water and you might even see white caps before
the wind hits you), shorten sail or take your sails down until you know
how strong the wind is when it hits you. Sitting at the UCLA dock one
day I watched the incoming Santa Ana wind front moving down the main
channel...from CYC towards the UCLA dock. As this line of wind hit
the sailboats in the main channel, it just knocked them down. The amazing
thing was that almost none of the boats out in the channel noticed what
was happening and no one took their sails down as the wind approached.
If you are anchored at Catalina on the side that faces the mainland and
a Santa Ana is approaching then get out of dodge! If you cant get back
to the mainland then at least get to the backside of the island or get out of
the anchorage and reef your sails as much as you can. Every year boaters
are caught unaware and are blown ashore by Santa Ana winds. Note:
one other sign that often occurs in Catalina. Waves caused by the wind
will most often arrive at the island before the wind does. The wind front
doesnt travel as fast as the waves that it produces. So, often boaters in
Catalina are awakened at night by what they think is a boat wake. If the
waves dont stop in a minute then they are not from a boat going by and
are usually a sign that a Santa Ana is coming.
Typical scenario: Im awakened in the middle of the night by the rocking
of my boat. As I turn over in my bunk I curse the damn boater who is
motoring by too fast and too close to me in the anchorage. As I try to go
back to sleep I notice that the rocking doesnt stop. As I hit the deck
trying to figure out who this son of a bitch is I notice that nobody is
there...just a continuous line of waves coming into the anchorage from the
unprotected northerly direction. Realizing that a Santa Ana is probably on
its way, I weigh anchor and head for the open sea. I figure I dont have
the time or the desire to make it back to the mainland and the west end
of Catalina is only a few miles away, so, I go for the west end of Catalina
where I will then come down the island towards Cat Harbor. By the time
I get to Cat Harbor the Santa Ana has hit full force and its blowing hard
through the Isthmus but at least there are no waves and under full power
I make it into the harbor enough to set an anchor. Its windy, but there are
no waves and my anchor holds. I wait until the Santa Ana has passed
before I sail back to MdR.
Mike Leneman can be contacted through his website www.multimarine.
com.

What should you do if you suspect a Santa Ana is coming? First, be alert.
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LO CA L

CU R R E N TS

By Captain Richard Schaefer

an old SailorS ChriStmaS liSt

and a nEw yEarS hopES

ts hard to believe that another year has

just about gone by the boards. So, the
years end seems like an appropriate time
to reflect on the past and hope for a better
future. Though I must admit, that sounds more
than a little Pollyanna-ish.

to sail with others their own age. With all the

revenue generated by the marina for the county
it would seem beneficial to reinvest some of it
in children, giving them a chance to be out of
doors and doing something other than being
slowly consumed by their glowing screens.

1. Well, were all still waiting for some dinghy

docks to be placed around the marina. With
all the major construction and renovation in
progress it seems like a relatively small thing
to ask the county to install a few docks so
that people could use dinghies, kayaks and
paddleboards as transit around the marina.
Automobile traffic is getting continually worse
due to the ever increasing population density
and many boaters, like myself, wouldnt mind
using our dinghies and then walking a little,
thereby, at least occasionally, enabling some of
us to escape the looming, congested, concrete
canyons of Marina del Rey.

3. Prohibition of copper bottom paint is on

the horizon, and theres not a satisfactory
replacement available. If an alternative to
copper paint is eventually developed you can
bet it wont be as effective and that it will
be far more expensive. Furthermore, other
than increased levels of copper in harbors
and marinas I can find no solid evidence that
anthropogenic copper has been proven to be
a threat to the marine ecosystem in any significant
way. Also, it should be noted that it has only
been in recent years that the public has been
conditioned, through environmentalist, political
and media campaigns, to expect harbors and
marinas to become some sort of aquatic nature
preserves rather than merely a berthing/docking
facility for ships and boats. I often wonder why
we dont apply this illogical thought process
to parking lots, roadways, apartment buildings
and shopping malls. Why shouldnt we expect
to see native flora and fauna in Wal-Marts
parking areas instead of oil stained asphalt and
astro-turf? Talk about ecosystem destruction,
a parking lot destroys everything...forever,
as well as adding a substantial amount of
unregulated, oily, copper laden, urban runoff to
the ocean, but its a boats bottom paint that is the
big worry for land-locked bureaucrats. Its also
important to remember that the natural habitat
was mostly wetlands and drylands with no
aquatic plants and animals that we see in such

2. Youth programs are a critical part of any

boating community and the county should
support such programs to a greater extent. The
old Sea Scout Base was once teeming with kids
and activities. For years it has been ignored and
falling apart. Although there seems to be some
contruction going on lately, Im told it will likely
be for offices anyway. Why not make it what
it was willed to bea seaside learning haven
for kids in perpetuity. Theres a dozen ways
to make that place pay for itself and serve the
kids at the same time. Most yacht clubs do have
programs for young people, and do a great job
of promoting boating. However, many families
cant afford to join a yacht club, but would still
like to get their children on the water and learn
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abundance today. Lets hope the government

regulators come to their senses (very unlikely)
or, failing that, a reasonable, effective alternative
to copper can be found.
4. I think that a lot of money could be saved
by rehabbing Fishermans Village rather than
tearing it all down and rebuilding. I know that
the current look was always considered a little
kitsch, but oftentimes kitsch can become
quaint with a little effort, imagination and
comparatively modest expenditure. Part of the
rehabbing of that area should include a Ballona
Wetland Nature Visitor Center with direct
access to hiking trails just across the street from
Fishermans Village. I also envision a small
Boaters Center where boaters could meet,
mingle, hold meetings and seminars. Oh yeah,
and dont forget the dinghy docks!
5. Skyrocketing sea lion populations are
exerting extreme pressure on fish stocks all
along the West Coast. Probably the easiest
way to combat this assault is to provide as
many artificial reefs as possible to provide
protection and habitat for fish and crustaceans.
Every month, at great expense, fiberglass boats
are hauled many miles away and cut up, and
dumped in landfills. Instead, these boats could
be scuttled for reefs along our coast. In some
cases cement would need to be added to the hull
to prevent movement over the seabed. Even so,
this would be a relatively economical method
of providing badly needed habitat in our near
shore waters. Cut all the red-tape and just
getr done.
6.

Allow temporary anchorage in the area

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directly outside the south jetty. For some reason

that is not entirely clear to me, the area is now
off limits to anchoring and vessels are required
to anchor in unsafe waters about 200 yards
outside the protection of the sea wall. Many
visiting boaters, and vessels in transit up and
down the coast are on a tight budget and cannot
afford the guest slips at Burton Chase Park, so
this area would be ideal for them. Also, the area
is a good spot for local families with young
children to fish in the normally sheltered water.
A limit of seven days should prevent drop-out
boats from taking over the areawhich I know
is a major concern for county officials.

Schaefer

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7. Probably my biggest wish would be that Santa

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breakwater so Santa Monica could once again
become a wonderful boating destination and
venue for sailors on Santa Monica Bay. There
could be moorings as well as an anchorage area.
Boaters could land at a dinghy dock at the pier
and enjoy a day or weekend on the Promenade,
beach or bopping around the pier.

3 1 0 - 3 9 7 - 1 8 8 7

Writing of things bizarre, I should also point

out that even though the sea wall was destroyed
in 1983 the Santa Monica Harbor Patrol has
remained at their station these past 34 years.
Think about itentire generations of Harbor
Patrol Employees have been hired and retired
having never seen a harbor with boats in it;
much less having to patrol it! That would be
considered more than a little odd in most of the
world...but apparently not in California...and
certainly not in Santa Monica.

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I wouldnt think that repairing and rebuilding

the old breakwater would be a huge undertaking,
but I suppose in this era of environmental
hysteria over even the most mundane of projects
the rebuilding of the rock breakwater would
cause much consternation and endless debate
and legal challenges. We live in singularly
bizarre times.

Rigging

Well, that about does it for my Christmas Wish

List. I suspect my stocking this year will be
bareyet again.
Captain Richard Schaefer is an U.S.C.G.
Licensed Sailing Master. He has taught sailing
and seamanship, skippered charters, written
boating articles and instruction manuals,
managed yachts and delivered vessels for more
than 30 years. He can be reached for charters,
lessons, comments and consultation at 310-4608946 or email at, sailinlonesome@gmail.com.

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And Now...The Weather

At the core off all we do as boaters is one thing
weather. Its is our engine, a sailors bliss or
our most frightening adversary. Because of this,
we need to know more about it than the average
Joe. The subject of weather is vast and can be
complicated, but lets start with the basic ideas
surrounding weather. Heres a little list of five
elementary but important things to think about
as it pertains to weather.
1. Check the Weather
The first thing to always remember is to simply
check the marine weather forecast before
leaving the dock. Of course this is obvious, but
so many sailors look out the window, see the
sun, raise the main and off they go. The VHF
has a dedicated channel that continually plays
the weather forecast in a weird half man, half
robot voicewhile youre straightening out the
boat for the trip, listen and make sure there are
no extreme conditions coming down the pike.
More than one experienced sailor has been
caught with their pants down in this way.

2. Watch the Waves

The behavior of the waves will tell a sailor quite
a bit. Not all of us have anemometers but we
all can keep our eyes on whats happening with
wave action and understand what is happening
and what might well happen. Heres what to
look for:
5-knots of wind creates small wavelets in the
water.
10-knots of wind scattered whitecaps appear.
15-knots the wind is forming waves - many of
them with breaking tops.
20-knots the wind begins to kick up spray and
life on the water can get a bit more intense.
3. Know How to Reef
For sailors: Sailing upwind at over 15-knots
under full sail is, most likely, too much canvas
and things can get squirrely. Its time to think
about reefing. And you know what they say about
reefingif youre thinking about it, its already
too late. So many sailors dont know how their
reefing systems workbe one that does. Sailing
in a breeze doesnt have to be scary. Reefing is

part of sailing, not some seldom used concept

for the more advanced.
4. Consider the Lee Shore
When the wind is up, always be mindful of the
lee shore, which is a shoreline that you could
end up on if something were to break under
unforeseen problems. Like a pilot is hardwired
to keep track of places where he could land his
plane, a sailor is mindful of the lee shore.
5. Dress for Success
For a long day sail, always keep or bring clothing
that accommodates a change in weather. Being
appropriately dressed for the weather is another
no-brainer, but its easy to look outside, see
a burning sun and forget that things can change
out on the water. Being underdressed can
compromise the mission. Buy the right clothes
and have them on hand so your day on the water
is as fun as you hoped it would be!
Written originally for the American Sailing
Association by Pat Reynolds

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RACING

SCE N E

The Berger/ Stein Race 2017

Theres a few races on the local Marina del Rey racing scene that are beyond staples on the yearly calendarthey are fabric, they are intrinsic, theyre
the beams from which to build the structure. The Del Rey Yacht Clubs Berger/Stein is one of these events.
The Berger/Stein is the first race of the year and in past years the Southern California racing community would recognize it by putting on the foulies
(if necessary) or delivering the boat from another port to make the startline and announce, through action, that they are there and ready to have at it for
another year.
Theres been years where the big-boat starting sequence was just full of rock-star sleds from up and down the coast. Boats like Disneys Pyewacket,
Medicine Man, Peligroso, Grand Illusion, Ragtime and Doug Bakers Magnitude 80 (to name a few) would be jockeying for position off the Venice Pier
ready for a hard fought battle up the coastline and back. The rest of the fleet would be the majority of Marina del Reys racing community (including
multihulls) all set to take on whatever weird weather this time of the year dishes out.
This year on January 7, in all likelihood, the scene will probably be nearly the same. Since the date doesnt conflict with New Years/holiday vacations
as it has in some years past, the turnout should be very strong.
Boats in the Berger portion usually race a course of about 22-miles up the coast, while the Stein cruising boats take a slightly shorter course, but either
way its so often a special and particular breed of Southern California sailingIts unpredictable and that, in itself, is a refreshing change.
Organizers are hoping this year the local racing population, puts aside other obligations and turns out big because there is nothing like starting off a new
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Tip of the Month!

Handy nuggets of pocket sized
information to make your
travels easier, safer or just a bit
more enlightened

According to Dave
Fishing Update by Marina del Reys
Master Fisherman
Captain Dave Kirby

Cleaning Up
What are the best ways to treat teak?
Teak decks that are bare should be washed once
a month with baking soda and water with a mild
abrasive pad. I recommend a water filter; it will
help preserve the wood. When teak starts to
look grayish in color or you can see black mold
growing, the teak it should be cleaned with two
part teak cleaner and bleach. It cleans the wood
and bleaches it back to white. However, caution
must be taken because if chemical drips down
to the hull it will strip off wax and ruin vinyl
lettering, stripes, etc. It is best to have a second
person on the dock continually running water
over the hull. We do not recommend using teak
oil for teak decks as it will attract a lot more dirt
from the air. If you would like, use a teak sealer,
it seals the teak to a semi hard dry surface.
How about the exterior cushions?
Exterior cushions need to be kept dry as much as
possible. After each wash they need to be dried
out completely. When the boat is not in use, keep
them in a vertical position, especially during the
winter months. If thats not done, you can be
100% sure that fiberglass blisters will develop
under the cushions. This is due to constant
moisture breaking through the outer coat of the
gelcoat. I have seen over $5,000 damage that
could have been prevented by simply putting
the cushions in a vertical position. This applies
to bow and stern cushions as well. Also, make
sure you apply a vinyl or leather conditioner on
the cushions at least twice a month.
This tip is provided by Brian Spevack of Dirty
Yachts, a long time and reputable Marina del
Rey maintenance company. dirtyyachts.com
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Here in Santa Monica bay, there are

plenty of sardines and mackerel for
bait so anglers are filling bags with
sheephead, rockfish and bass. Most
everything is being caught off the
bottom in deeper waters.

The Mariner
Pick it Up!
310-397-1887

Further south, Long Beach and San

Pedro are also filling bags with rockfsh
mostly off the bottom with dropper
loops as I mentioned.

marinermagazine.com

If you head over to the island the

yellowtail bite continues thanks to
live squid which keeps the large fish
present.

Captain David Kirby

Down in San Diego Im told they are

still getting large bluefin, extending the
season for Tuna.
Moving up the coast, La Jolla had some
yellowtail and white seabass that were
caught just offshore in the kelp beds.
On the lobster front hoop netters and
divers continue to get their limits for
lobster....I suggest live fresh mackerel
for bait and be careful if youre hoop
netting close to the wall.

Fishing
Diving
Movie & Music Industry
Yacht Management
Deliveries

Charters

808-748-9262

If you want to fuel up and take the

journey north toward the Channel
Islands, you might find yourself with
some big lingcod and reds, but you
better hurry.
As I mentioned before, weather is
uncertain this time of year, so listen
to your VHF or watch your local news
or weather station for information. Be
safe and enjoy the Holidays.

SAILING.COM

Until nest time..............tight lines

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Sailboats

Zodiac Yacht Line YL310R Rigid Hull Dinghy 10

Beneteau Oceanis 400

Timeshare or skippered charter.

VGC. Solid floor. CA Registration. Needs some reTri Cabin, full

electronics, refer, inverter, dinghy, outboard, windless,

roller furler, dodger, 3 private cabins and two heads.
Professional lessons available if needed. No equity
buy in or long term commitment. $275 per month,
for 2 days. Also available for Catalina charters, up
to 6 passengers, low rates. Call for pricing. Captain
Richard Schaefer 310-460-8946

Challenger 35 1976.

Well equipped, roomy, ready for Mexico and beyond.

Fresh rig and new main/mizzen. Professionally
maintained. David 310 597 3971

Lancer 28 1981

$8000. Call George for more details. 310-913-7313

Ericson 27 1974

Mercury outboard 8hr, Many sails, needs some tlc

$4,500 obo - Pls call rick at 818-445-9882

tt23 Multimarine L-7 Trimaran 2008

Trailerable. Faster than F-boats its size. Floats slide
horizontally. Main, jib, & reacher, Airdock, motor, DC
power, cabin bed boards, dinghy. $24,000. Contact
Mike Leneman 310-821-6762

11 photos. 310 993 9504 $899

102 Mercury

2012 hypalon airfloor $1,000. 310-822-8618

Achilles 88

Raggedy - well equipped racer/cruiser, exlnt

condition, full cover, 3 HP O.B., H.D. yard trailer,
consistent winner $6700. 310-378-5986.

Santana 20

Scofflaw: 1978 Santana 20. Well maintained, 3 sets

of sails, 2 Spinnakers, TacTic. Race rigged. View at
Ralph 310

398-8239.

Power Boats

49 Cigarette Boat, 1972

2 Chevy 454 Gas Motors, B $ M Blowers, Holly
850 Double Pumpers, Elect. Ignition, Orig. Mirrored
interior, 14 Beam. $57,000. Call: (213) 952-5685

47Jones-Goodell Trawler 1968

Twin Diesels, Radar, Auto-Pilot,

2 Generators, Stabilizers, 2 Cabins, 2 Heads, Must

Sell (moving) $57,500. Call: 213-952-5685

Fellows & Steward 40 classic - 1937

40 foot,twin Kermath engines,lots of history
same owner for 25 years.Major refit in 89/93. $35,000
OBO. Gorgeous wooden beauty. Gerard Buck. 818701-0782. gbinmdr@msn.com

36 Hatteras Sportfisher
1986 Sedan Cruiser in Pristine condition with ONLY
300 hours on diesel Caterpillar engines! Located in
MdR. 818-200-9770 - steveklein01@gmail.com

Dinghys

Inflatables
14 Nourvrania RIB - 100 bux!
Center console. The boat is pretty leaky. Im told it
needs the rear cones replaced. Steering is locked

In very good condition $600 - 310-871-5260

Reaching Strut for Catalina 38

In very good condition $75 - 310-871-5260

Tiller 5ft for Catalina 38

In very good condition$50 - 310-871-5260

Tiller

OB. Good condition, comes with a storage bag.

5 ft. long it fits a Catalina 38 in excellent condition $25

Length 88, Beam 48, Weight 66 lb, Load Capacity

reaching strut for catalina 38 in excellent condition

840 lb, Person 4, Max HP 6. Denise 310-490-9432

$40. 310 866 9439

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TV, Mounts, Chairs, Fender Holders

tendersandsportboats/ls/LS4-RU/

Stainless dinghy mounts $100, four large stainless

Apex Dinghy

fender holders $75 ea. stainless/wood chairs, $25 ea.

10 apex rib 800 with chaps 310-822-8618

Samsung flat screen $100 - all in xlnt condition. 310-

Achilles Inflatable

913-5533

9 Achilles - 310 823-1105

Caribe hard bottom dinghy

Four 7/8 Inch Rail Stainless Steel Rod

Holders

Wwith 15hp Honda 4 stroke outboard, 10 ft, 4-5

80.00 Pair 310-699-7289 Dave

adults. Excellent condition. In water-MDR. $2,499 Call

Live Bait Fish Tank

Tom 661-645-6592

PROFLOW 14 Gallons $75 or make offer 310-913-

Walker Bay rib inflatable dinghy

9-foot 2007 good shape. 310-322-1062 550.00

8 Quicksilver

Quicksilver Dinghy

8 quicksilver soft tail with motor bracket and all

accessories $400 obo. 310-822-8618

Kayaks
Touring Kayak

1993 Sealution XL from Wilderness Systems. 18 foot

6768

Rod Holders
Four 7/8 Inch Rail Stainless Steel Rod Holders 80.00
Pair - 310-699-7289 Dave

Mainsail

From 40 ft. Cal - $450 call 310-823-2040

Anchor

Fortress FX-23 Anchor $150 - 310-391-6174

Sails

Hunter 460 UK vertical batten

Fiberglass touring kayak, white with blue trim, foot

Selden in-mast main, like new: E=18-8

controlled rudder. $900. 310-334-6688.

$750.00

Outboards/Engines
Various Small Outboards

Avon RIB 11 w/ Eurohelm and a 20 HP Yamaha

$7,000
9 Walker bay RIB $700
6 HP Tohatsu 4 stroke short $850
4HP Mercury 4 stroke short $700
15 HP Honda long electric remote included $1,700
6HP Tohatsu 4 stroke short $900
310-822-8618

6 HP Suzuki
2 x 9,9 Yamaha high thrust remote 25. 20 Johnson
remote 20. 40 Evinrude remote 20. 50 Mercury
remote 20. 75 Mercury trim 20. 125 Force trim
remote. Price is right! Call 310 823-1105.

Honda 10 hp

4 stroke - short.Mid 1980s $525 with fuel tank or $450

without. Good running and super clean under cowling.
NO Corrosion.310-823-7979

Suzuki 200 HP

Long shaft (two of them). App. 1987, like new, only 50

hrs. Asking $2000 each.
310-822-0417

P=48-3

Hunter 460 UK
Selden in-mast main, used 1 year: E=18-8 P=48-3
$500.00

Hunter 460 UK Roller Furling tape

drive
125% Genoa, used 1 year: Luff= 52-4 Foot= 20
$500.00

Doyle 1.5 oz. Cruising Spinnaker

Fits our Hunter 460 $500.00
Steve - 310-528-0717 - ironville2014@gmail.com

Donate Boats

Looking for Boat Donation for

Marine Mammal Research
The Ocean Conservation Society, that conducts
valuable research of marine mammals in the Santa
Monica Bay, is looking for boat donations. There are
many benefits to donating your boat. Please email
csaylan@earthlink.net.. www.oceanconservation.org

Cash For Your Boat !

Power or sail, Yachts to dinghys 310-849-2930

Donate Your Boat

LA Area Council Boy Scouts of America need your

boat or boat gear as donation to support essential and
formative youth programs, please call 310-823-2040
or E-mail gerry@purcellyachts.com

from non use. $100 310-397-1887.

Donate your boat

Zodiac 10

2016

Spinnaker for Catalina 38

A very lightly used Achilles Inflatable w/6 HP Tahatsu

Soft tail w/ motor bracket- $400. 310-822-8618

Ranger 23T

SMWYC mast-up dry storage. $3,000.

gluing. Email PSTICC@YAHOO.COM, and Ill send

Other Stuff

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To SOS, a non profit organization helping and

thanking our past and present Veterans. Www.
supportingourservicemen.org. 888-658-8884

Donate Your Boat

Receive a substantial tax deduction. Support youth

boating programs. S.O.S. Please call 888-650-1212

Help Wanted

Salesman with knowledge about

sailboats
Catalina yacht anchorage in mdr loooking for salesman with a minimum of 5 years sales experience

Get the newly

released book on the
history of
Marina del Rey!

Call 818-884-7700.

Services

Private Investigator
You have a problem, thats why you are turning to us.

Available at the Historical Societys Gallery at

Fishermans Village, at local bookstores, or online at
www.marinadelreyhistoricalsociety.org

We may have a solution. Divorce, cheating spouse,

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Certification - Lessons -Close Quarters Docking
Anchoring & Mooring 310 882-1037
www.yachts4fun.com

Yacht delivery/Instruction
Ex USCG, 5 yes Vessel Assist/ Sea Tow Captain.
Paul Heiderich 310 712 2550

Splicing Services

The Ships Store may be gone, but Im back! Call

Denny at (310)422-1453.

Low Cost Boat Documentation

Mdrdoc@Mail.Com

Canvas Boat Covers and Repairs

New boat covers, canvas repair, restore water
repellency to marine canvas. Dan 310-382-6242

USCG Licensed 100-ton

Master Captain
Deliveries/Lessons/Private

Captain.

Experienced,

Outboard
Engine
Repair!

Courteous, Safe and Fun! Contact Jeffry Matzdorff

323.855.0191 earthakat@msn.com. Jeffry Matzdorff.
323.855.0191

Wanted

Boat Partner
Long-time experienced former boat owner interested
in partnership or sharing expenses 36-55 boat for
cruising and fishing. Ken 916 425-6650
kenkohl4423@gmail.com

Wanted Specific Kind of Dinghy

8 lapstrake sailing dinghy.call 310-322-1062

Want to Rent Boat

40 yr retried Experienced
in Hollywood

Boater/owner living

desires to rent boat access ,in slip

primarily for relaxation. stylela@icloud.com

weekly/monthly in Delrey. Usage can be optional

Jib

Looking for a jib in good condition with UV protection

for a 30 Catalina. Need a 40 Luff and a 23 foot.
Please contact Alan at: alanrock1@gmail.com or
310- 721-2825.

Leaf Blower Destroyer

Need someone to destroy all the leaf blowers in the

30 years in
Marina del Rey!

Call for great deals on

tune ups!

Andersson Marine has been

serving the Marina del Rey
boating community for over 30
years. From old 2-strokes to brand
new 4-strokes, we handle repair,
service, electrical, installations and
consultations. Contact us about
anything outboard!
Must Call for an appointment

city. There is no money but the world will thank you

310-397-1887

Pick up and trailers available for a small fee

310-823-1105

12792 W. Washington B;vd

1 block east of Beethoven
sales@andermarine.com

Sell it in the classieds 310-397-1887

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Dedicated to Excellence

Great Results for Your Listing!

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Classes Include:
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