My View of Life on the Dock
part two of the Micah Dean woodturning video will be up at 8AM
Micah demonstrates the steps taken to make a simple block of wood into a beautiful lure or wood bowl.
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Micah Dean Woodturning Lures, originally uploaded by captjoe06.
special thanks to David Cox for providing these pictures.
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The Stanley Thomas and Dog and I Getting Ready To Go Lobstering, originally uploaded by captjoe06.
What Up Homie?, originally uploaded by captjoe06.
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Each time the handle is lowered, the anchor is lifted ONE chain link! This is the most labor-intensive chore I witnessed. I thought about helping out with this, but I’d be dangling on the upstroke!
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It was time to hoist the sails and everyone onboard was needed to raise the heavy canvas sails. The crew taught us how to work as a group in this incredible task. Hand over hand, we used every muscle – arms, legs, back.
Some of the terms we learned:
halyard-line used for hoisting sails.
hoist-the length of the luff of a fore-and-aft sail
luff-to get so close to the wind that the sail flaps; also the forward edge of a sail
mainsail-boomed sail projecting aft from the mainmast
mainsheet- line that controls the main boom.
ARRRRRRGGGGGHHHH!– Whenever commands weren’t followed! Mostly heard from JP when he was in charge.
Micah Dean Woodturning Bowls and Lures, originally uploaded by captjoe06.
Melissa Donati’s Sherpa Foods At The Willow Rest, originally uploaded by captjoe06.
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at the dock behind the Heritage Center. The day was wet and cold, but our anticipation overshadowed the weather. We were sailing on the Spirit of Massachusetts overnight to see the Tall Ships in Boston!
Our group consisted of kids, grandmothers, dads, friends, veteran sailors, “newbies” and world travelers. Most of didn’t know each other—yet! And the crew of 9, including our captain Amanda, was a mix of young women and men-college students and seasoned sailors, each possessing a love of the sea.
We all knew that we would not be sailing on a luxury cruise, but I’m not sure we understood that we would be active participants in the strenuous life onboard a schooner.
Even using the “head”(bathroom) was a test of balance, strength and dexterity! (More about this later!)
As we left Gloucester, we motored out past the familiar landmarks. We chatted with our fellow passengers and the crew. But with less than a moment’s notice, a crew member would be off to perform his or her duties. It wouldn’t be long before we “passengers” would be doing the same thing!
Watch for more on this incredible adventure!
Don’t forget- Friday Night 7:00 PM 1 Station Square Rockport
The Hive Cape Ann, originally uploaded by captjoe06.
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Special thanks to David Cox for providing these pictures which he shot on film.
I can’t believe you’re four years old.
Happy Birthday Elliebean!, originally uploaded by captjoe06.
What Up Homie?, originally uploaded by captjoe06.
Cape Ann Chamber Of Commerce Auction Item Of The Day
Today’s featured auction item-
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Here’s Micah Dean who makes his own fishing lures and bowls in his wood turning shed in Magnolia. Micah will be at the Cape Ann Farmers Market tonight showcasing his wares. Look for my video interview with Micah at 3pm
Micah Dean Woodturning Lures, originally uploaded by captjoe06.
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Tocco Family Represents In Jolly Olde England!, originally uploaded by captjoe06.
Good Morning Gloucester 