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December - 2007 Vol. 49 No.12 |
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Written by Staff of Pacific Yachting magazine
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FEATURES
 Winter Boating: Snow, Storms and Solitude
Winter boating, with its squally weather and poor visibility, is a challenge to be sure. But the rewards are tranquil anchorages and beautiful scenery.
by Jennifer & James Hamilton
 Maurice Cooper: Man With the Golden Touch
With his trademark seagull signature, Maurice Cooper has penned hundreds of yacht names throughout his career—and often in the gold leaf that’s made him famous. Find out why this prolific artist needs a break.
By Anne Tempelman-Kluit
 When the Anchor Drags (content available online)
Here’s the reality: Most of us will at one time drag anchor—and the consequences can be serious. To prevent or at least forestall such danger, practice these tips for getting your anchor set right the first time, every time.
By Martyn Clark
 Rendezvous 2007
(content available online)
Rendezvous parties are a great way to connect with fellow boat owners, exchange super-fix-it tips and swap adventure stories from the Salish Sea. And the food’s pretty good, too!
COMPILED BY HILARY HENEGAR
 2007 Marina Update (content available online)
NEWS FROM AROUND THE COAST
From diminishing dock space to expanded upland facilities, changes are afoot at marinas all over the coast. Check out what some marinas are doing to accommodate more vessels and how others keep missing the boat.
by Peter Vassilopoulos
 Navigating B.C.’s Narrow Passes Part Five: The Scenic Detours—Whiterock Passage and Hole in the Wall
Sometimes it’s more fun to get there the slow way. When transiting the passes of Desolation Sound, a more pleasant, meandering approach may be taken along Whiterock Passage and Hole in the Wall.
By William Kelly & Anne Vipond
 Christmas at Sea
It’s been said that boaters aboard observe Christmas more than any other holiday on the calendar. Infuse your cruise with the holiday spirit with this classic poem of trouble at sea by the author of Treasure Island.
by Robert Louis Stevenson
 “Giftable” Boat Products
What to get for the mariner who has everything? From welcome mats to cruising guides, these 14 gift ideas from PY’s venerable new products columnist are sure to bring smiles to all your favourite boaters.
By Robert Buller
DEPARTMENTS
 View From Here (content available online)
Keeping It in Canada
BY PETER A. ROBSON
Letters
COMPILED BY DALE MILLER
 Currents (content available online)
Great bargains with U.S. dollar at par;
Victorian sails globe backwards;
Marina improvements; and more
COMPILED BY HILARY HENEGAR
Galley
Inventing New Traditions
BY JAMES BARBER
Reflections
The Gift
BY MARTYN CLARK
Coastlines
Our Changing Geography
BY ANDREW SCOTT
 Racing Corner (content available online)
Women’s Keelboat Championship;
Martin 242 North Americans
COMPILED BY DALE MILLER
Cockpit Confessions
The Boat Boys of Dominica
—Marion Prodaehl
COMPILED BY Duart snow
BOATS
New Boat Sail
Flying Tiger 10-Meter
Unique online forum brought this sportboat to life
BY Sven Donaldson
Onboard Power
Sea Ray 48 Sundancer
One of the sweetest, most luxurious express cruisers on the market today
By Peter A. Robson
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