CPS - ECP News
CPS-ECP needs you!
I just read the message from our Chief Commander, Peter Bolton, which will be published in the next The Port Hole and Le Hublot. It expresses some of my thoughts. We, CPS-ECP volunteers have had to slow down and even stop some of our volunteer activities.
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The New Navigator; How to Get Started
The question often comes up, why do we still teach the use of paper navigation charts when the obvious choice for most boaters is electronic chartplotters or a simple handheld GPS? It’s true of course that most boaters use electronic navigation aids, and why wouldn’t they?
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Did You Know That Toronto Has an Underground City?
While you are staying at the Sheraton Hotel you will be connected to an indoor pedestrian mall called The Path which covers over 30kms of walkway and is spread over 27 tunnels. Loaded with fantastic eateries, restaurants, shops and services, Toronto’s underground city...
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CPS-ECP Awards nominations now open!
It’s that time again! And, this year in particular you might know someone who has gone to extraordinary lengths for CPS-ECP. AWARDS: Volunteers are the heart and soul of CPS-ECP. The Board would like to thank and recognize all of our volunteers.
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Editor's Message
From zero to full tilt
Suddenly we are right back at it. A month ago, we were moping around wondering whether we would get back on the water, complaining about the slow spring (and in Toronto crane strike) and generally swimming in a pool of malaise.
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News
CBSA announces over 300 Small Vessel Reporting Stations WILL be open
First, they were closed - as of May 2, many of the Canada Border Services Small Vessel Reporting Stations were not scheduled to be open to serve cross-border boaters during our short and critically important summer.
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POTW
Thornbury parts swap success
Multiple Photos of the Week from this gear swap! Thanks to Louise from Gyles Sails and Marine for catching us up on this weekend’s massive parts swap. “After a Covid-induced hiatus of 2 years it was great to be back offering our annual Part Swap!..
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Boat Gallery
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Safety
This is Safe Boating Awareness Week
The Annual, Safe Boating Awareness Week kicked off across Canada last Saturday and continues to May 27. The purpose of this initiative, managed by the CSBC (Canadian Safe Boating Council) and its partners, is to promote safe and responsible boating practices.
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Sail Techology
Simple Sailing Tips… That Everyone Forgets
Sailing really is a simple sport, just you and the wind and waves. And the boat, an infernal contraption made of twisted ropes, slipping cleats and flapping sails. Ok, so sailing is simple when you tame Hydra’s nest and get all the ropey bits correct. I’m quite lucky that I get to talk sailing nearly every workday, and many sailors get some of the simplest things wrong which leads to a mess once in a while.
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Cruising
CCA introduces new Digital Cruising Guide to Maine
The Cruising Club of America has launched a new type of guide for cruisers contemplating a seasonal cruise along the Maine coast. A team of more than 30 CCA members—sailing writers, editors, and photographers—has contributed to an online guide…
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Boat Gallery
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Ask Andrew
Bogging? What’s that?
Mechanics use a lot of strange terms when describing problems aboard. An engine may be skipping or stuttering. It could cough or belch. It may ‘rev up’ to fast, or may run lean or rich. A person unfamiliar with these terms will quickly be lost in the conversation.
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Sneak preview
June CY: Beneteau 34.1
The Oceanis 34.1 replaces the 35.1. She’s the seventh new model in the Oceanis “.1” line and is designed Marc Lombard; the design (exterior and interior) was done by Nauta Design. She’s built in Poland and features multiple improvements over her predecessor.
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Book locker
Get your motor running: Engine Care
The days are lovely and what better way to celebrate than heading to the engine compartment. Here is some good reading to get everything running smoothly: Marine Diesel Engine Essentials: A Learning and Coloring Book…
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SailGP Electric
SailGP circuit chartering a fleet of RS Electric Boats for Season 3.
SailGP, the international racing series featuring high speed F50 wingsailed catamarans, is partnering with RS Electric Boats – sister brand of sailboat manufacturer RS Sailing – to use the Pulse 63 electric RIB as chase, coach and support boats.
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News
Canada SailGP Grabs 3rd at Debut Event
Who are these people? CAN SailGP’s done what nobody could have expected contending for a monumental win in its first outing, the Bermuda event that kicked off the SailGP season. Dueling all weekend with the perceived top teams, the Canadian entry showed the legs and smarts to be a serious contender.
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Meet our grads
Kimberly Kelly, Marine Mechanical Technician
The marine industry provides exciting opportunities for Canadians. Every month CYOB will introduce you to a graduate of one of Canada’s marine programs. By profiling these graduates, we will be recognizing the skills these graduates gain and help you appreciate their huge contribution to our boating lives.
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