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Maine Events - May 2008

jamie — Thu, 01 May 2008 09:46:05 -0400

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Featured May Events:

Apprentice Boatbuilder in Japan

May 1, 2008: Brunswick
Ways of Learning, An Apprentice Boatbuilder in Japan

LaBrie Small Craft

Tue, 08 Apr 2008 09:38:11 -0400

Modern Row/Sail Skiff

Many historical boating books contain wonderful descriptions of rowing and sailing craft developed over the years to serve the needs of fishermen and watermen. At LaBrie Small Craft, modern interpretations of these traditional boats are our sole interest.

Our Specialty

Knowles Company

Sun, 09 Mar 2008 12:18:32 -0400

Real Estate Sales
The Knowles Company’s agents represent a wide variety of customers and clients across Mount Desert Island and beyond. Our agents work as a professional team representing our clients’ best interests. The Knowles Company has been rated number one in Hancock County for Cross Property Market Shares in 2001, 2003, and 2004 according to the Maine Association of Realtors. Our eight full time real estate agents strengthen the prominent presence of the Knowles Company in the community, providing impeccable service and vast networking.

Luxury Properties

West Bay Boats

Sun, 09 Mar 2008 12:18:32 -0400

By incorporating new techniques and making other modifications to their designs, WBB has maximized the performance and comfort of each vessel. Custom building is a means of individualizing each boat to the specifications of the client, taking into account individual needs, preferences, location, and intended use of their West Bay S.H.O.W. (Summer Home On Water) boat.

WoodenBoat School

Sun, 09 Mar 2008 12:18:32 -0400

From WoodenBoat School’s very first year (1981), the emphasis has been on hands-on education. Participants learn new skills, new ways of doing things, and have a great time in a truly inspiring environment. A friendly, first-class staff and faculty are eager to share their vast knowledge and experience. The school strives to provide small, intimate classes that guarantee plenty of individual attention. It is a unique and wonderful opportunity for folks of all ages.

Maine Events - April 2008

jamie — Sat, 01 Mar 2008 12:20:05 -0500

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Featured April Events:
April 25-27, 2008: Boothbay Harbor
35th Annual Fishermen's Festival

Running of the fish relay race.

Events - March 2008

jamie — Sat, 01 Mar 2008 07:19:59 -0500

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Featured March Event:
March 14 – May 9, 2008: Portland
Maine Streets: Selections from the Photographic Archives of the Penobscot Marine Museum

Castine Classic Yacht Company

jamie — Fri, 15 Feb 2008 08:58:15 -0500

Wooden Boats For Sale

Sparkman & Stephens, 1936, New York 32 Hull no. 5. (Photos 5 & 6) Rebuilt and launched in 2003. Workmanship is of the best. Very little use on sails and equipped for long voyage. See photos. Located in MA. $180,000

New York 32 Hull no.14. (Photo 3) Requires total rebuild/replacement--hull, deck, interior, spars--and is priced accordingly. See photo. Located in ME. $15,000

Herreshoff Buzzards Bay 14, 1983, Seth Persson. Masterpiece construction. Marconi sloop, varnished hull, full keel. 17’ LOA daysailer with trailer. Located in ME. $30,000

Maine Maritime Academy - Tidal Power

jamie — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 15:22:20 -0500

This figure shows an artist's conception of a possible turbine design based on traditional propeller technologies. Maine Maritime Academy's TEDEC would provide a location and the expertise to test various turbine configurations.

Mainely Gourmet - Red Sky Restaurant

jamie — Wed, 19 Dec 2007 17:01:22 -0500