First Wind-Powered Ferry Planned for San Francisco Bay
Wind+Wing Technologies today announced plans to build the nation's first winged and wind-assisted ferry vessel for public use in the San Francisco Bay Area. The fuel saving design could save up to 40 percent of the fuel costs compared to the ferries currently operating in the Bay Area. The company's timeline includes a demonstration vessel launching in the first quarter of 2011 and the goal to launch a public passenger ferry in 2015. (PRWeb Feb 23, 2010)
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Missouri: Where the Rivers Run and Paddlers Play
This weekend, March 5-7, Alpine Shop is celebrating its 10th Annual Great Canoe and Kayak Event with over 20 hours of clinics, programs and films dedicated to the art and sport of paddling. Featured presentations at the Kirkwood location include “The Paddling Gourmet” with Marty Koch and “Kayak Fishing Tips from the Pros” with St. Charles-native and professional kayak fisherman Brett Boschert. Saturday evening will be completely dedicated to the Missouri River 340 Race including the St. Louis premiere of the documentary, The Next 340 Miles, presented by filmmaker Jodi Pfefferkorn at 7 pm. (PRWeb Mar 3, 2010)
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Catch More Fish ? Finally, an Interactive Online Community and Networking Site for Fishing Fanatics Everywhere
Join the fishing network. Share your experience and post your fishing stories (http://www.MyFishingFacts.com). Connect with other fishing enthusiasts throughout the country. (PRWeb Feb 24, 2010)
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Sailing Rules Exam Gives You A Grade And Lets You Compare With The Fleet
In their continuing effort to find better ways to teach the racing rules of sailing (http://www.ukhalsey.com), UK-Halsey has just introduced something new: UK Quick Test. It’s an added feature to the UK Rules Quiz Program, which have long been highly regarded by competitors and judges for the clarity of its situational animations and explanations. (PRWeb Feb 12, 2010)
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Cruising and sailing in Costa Rica?
[Link] I am interested in doing some extended cruising and sailing in Costa Rica. Do you have any sources of information as they seem to be rather limited?....
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Cockroaches in cardboard boxes brought onto your sailing yacht?
[Link] I'm aware of the cardboard/cockroach issue but haven't seen any specific reference to the cardboard rolls that foil, saran, paper towels and toilet tissue are wrapped around. Do you advise eliminating these, and if so, how do you store those items aboard your sailing yacht?.......
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Marinemart Boating Accessories Unleashes the OceanLED Amphibian A3 Underwater Light
Marinemart Boating Accessories (http://www.marinemart.com) has partnered with the esteemed manufacturer, OceanLED, to offer the OceanLED Amphibian A3 Underwater/Overwater Light. Its low cost, high power output, low power usage, and maintenance-free long life make it fit right in with the other dependable, innovative and effective Marinemart products. (PRWeb Feb 24, 2010)
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Popular Photography Website Launches Free Online Comprehensive Underwater Photography Tutorials
With The Growth in Popularity of Underwater Photography, A Community of Esteemed Professional Photographers Respond By Developing A Series of Free Online Underwater Photography Tutorials to Help The World Learn About Underwater Photography (PRWeb Jan 27, 2010)
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