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CPS - ECP News
Together We Can Make Boating Better On GivingTuesday
GivingTuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea: a day that encourages people to do good. Over the past 10 years, this idea has grown into a year-round global movement that inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity. By making a charitable donation to Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons on November 28th you are supporting the ongoing development...
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Unleash The Joy Of Boating With A CPS-ECP Gift Card!
Unleash The Joy Of Boating With A CPS-ECP Gift Card!
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PORTS Cruising Guide Member Discount
CPS-ECP members will receive 10% discount and free shipping when they order one or all the guides. Since 1984 Ports Cruising Guides have been the cruising boater’s essential companion. Whether cruising the Rideau Canal and Lower Ottawa River, Lake Ontario and the Thousand Islands, Trent-Severn Waterway and Lake Simcoe, Georgian Bay, the North Channel & Lake Huron.
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Robert Parke wins the Leadership Award at the 2023 CPS-ECP Conference
Robert Parke took his first course with Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons in 1970 and has accumulated 53 merit marks. Bob has demonstrated his commitment to the CPS-ECP and boating safety education as a dedicated entrusted volunteer for 53 years. He has committed his time and expertise to his local Squadron, District, National Board of Directors and as Chair of the National Membership Committee.
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Editor's Note
Meeting Don
The only good thing that has happened in the last few days is meeting Don. Don is soon (or maybe already) celebrating his four-score but he owns a fantastic boat that he couldn’t tell me enough about when we met at a pre-pre-holiday party. I have not seen it or even a photo but it’s a 2000-and-something Doral Phazar that he keeps in the Kawarthas. I am going to get up with him soon and get the whole story...
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News
Black Friday 50 % TIBS Tickets On Now
The Black Friday Promotion applies to the following Toronto International Boat Show tickets purchased from NOW to Monday November 27 at 11:59 pm.
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Ask Andrew
Winter battery storage
The complexity of modern batteries and electrical systems aboard modern boats is contrasted with decades of ‘this is what we’ve always done’. The ultimate goals of battery care are three-fold: Protecting winter damage due to freezing. Ease of spring starting, and confidence that voltage will be available when required. Long term health and longevity of batteries – as they can represent a large investment.
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Sponsored Content
Boaters try Fractional Yachting for the Season
Ryan Pouter and Melissa Vass Scott were the winners of the ‘Win A Schaefer Yacht’ for the season. They’ve been boating since they met just over five years ago, and it is their favorite pastime. It was love at first sight for Melissa when saw the Schaefer 400. Once at the helm, she really liked the Joystick control and how easy it made maneuvering the boat.
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Boats
Beneteau Flyer 9 Sundeck
RCR’s broker, Corbo Corbishley, had a demo Beneteau Flyer 9 Sundeck for several weeks early this summer and had the opportunity to run the boat on several occasions in varied conditions. Here are his thoughts on this comfortable, outboard-powered, innovative boat from Beneteau. Overall Impression: “This boat checks a LOT of boxes!”
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Preview
Your favorite gets a refresh: Canadian Boating Debuts this Month!
Let us introduce you to an old friend with a new look – our first ever issue of Canadian Boating magazine, formerly Canadian Yachting. Your old friend will be there as always starting with the sail review by lifetime, sailor and razor, Katherine Stone talking about the Beneteau 34.1. The power review of the Regal LS9 Surf with Volvo Penta Forward Drive by Andy Adams includes a wake surfing video clip...
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Gifts
Sharon Green’s Ultimate Sailing Calendar Arrives
The Ultimate Sailing Calendar is a perennial favorite. Action-packed and vibrant, big and bold: it’s 24” by 18” when displayed. Expertly printed on durable high-quality Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified paper, with environmentally friendly linseed and soya oil-based ink – it’s friendly to Mother Nature while looking good all year long.
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POTW
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The Queen of the Lakes
The Paul R. Tregurtha is the longest active lake freighter on the Great Lakes at 1013.5 feet long, 105 feet in the beam, and has a depth of 56 feet. She is a bulk carrier powered by 2 × MaK 6M43C four-stroke diesel engines, 8,160 HP (6 MW) each at 514 RPM. She is described as the “Queen of the Great Lakes” The Soo Locks website list this fun fact: it would take 584 train cars to move 70,000 tons of cargo...
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Know-how
A Guide to Boating Etiquette
Everyday good manners are only common courtesy, customs are derived from traditions. Always respect the rights of others while underway. Power boaters must take note of the affect their wake will have on smaller boats and sailing vessels. Make sure to give them a wide berth. When boating near sailing vessels that are engaged in racing, reduce speed to minimize your wake and always pass...
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Anime and Engines
Yanmar ask You to Vote for New Mascots
Yanboh and Marboh, who made their debut in Japan in 1959 as characters in the “Yanboh and Marboh Weather Forecast,” have long been beloved for their role in conveying the weather, assisting customers in agriculture, fishing, construction, and more. Now, they will evolve into characters “Moving Hearts, Moving Towards the Future” for the realization of “A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE.”
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Book locker
Holiday Reads
Stuffed full of holiday delights? Time to fall into the LaZBoy and crack open some nautical reading. This crop has a few thrillers, and a lot of adventure. Happy (lethargic) Holidays. Rumours of an 18th-century shipwreck with a fortune in gold still aboard send Arrow and her crew off to investigate. Danger surfaces when they attract the attention of the flamboyant owner of Golden Dragon...
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New Gear
HH Solen
HH’s Solen collection is designed to provide all-day comfort and sun protection that is better for the environment while reducing the need for sunscreen. These items are made with recycled plastic bottles and used coffee grounds to provide 50+ UPF sun protection and 200% faster drying than cotton! Designed for boaters.
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