Puget Sound Rendezvous?

[rgreenwell8962]

Hello all Puget Sound area folks. I was just reading recent posts and have come to notice that there seem to be quite a few Puget Sounders on here. We should plan a weekend rendezvous somewhere this summer.

[ed & inge]

what is puget sound.......?

some times i read things ans i think what the f..k does that mean....so now i'm asking it......sorry......is it perhaps a district near seattle.......

greatz, ed

[shrew]

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Puget_Sound

[Nimh]

Yeah, I would be interested actually. We keep our boat in Everett, but frequently make trips down to Seattle or up into the San Juans. I think a group of Maxums together would be a quite a sight, and it would be great to get to know some of the folks around here.

What did you have in mind? South Sound deep, up North, dockside, or a flotilla barged together on a couple of hooks? We have plans on the next few holiday weekends already at least, but with exception of a few family gathering weekends, are pretty open into the fall. Hopefully Summer has finally arrived this week!

Would we allow the Maxum-less members? I know this character that sometimes hangs around here, heck of a guy, always happy to help... Sea-somethin' rather.

[Nimh]

Originally Posted by ed & inge

what is puget sound.......?

some times i read things ans i think what the f..k does that mean....so now i'm asking it......sorry......is it perhaps a district near seattle.......

greatz, ed

Sorry Ed... For those of us that live around here, most think it's Heaven on Earth. I forget others don't know or really care. When I visited Europe make in the mid-90's (including Amsterdam - beautiful town) and told people I was from Seattle in Washington State, most would say "Washington DC?" or "...is that near Hollywood?" Erm, not really, but that's ok.

A few pics

[seapuppy]

"Would we allow the Maxum-less members? I know this character that sometimes hangs around here, heck of a guy, always happy to help... Sea-somethin' rather"


ouch.....I can beg with the rest of them.....lets figure on someplace in the middle...like bremerton..port orchard..or maybe poulsbo....(I need docks to get the dogs off for potty breaks)...

actually it's now called the Salish Sea..(what moron thought that up)..but the Puget sound is here in Washington state and is one of the most impressive places to boat!!....

SP

[Nimh]

Originally Posted by seapuppy

lets figure on someplace in the middle...like bremerton..port orchard..or maybe poulsbo....(I need docks to get the dogs off for potty breaks)...
SP

Good idea. I hadn't thought about the pups. I haven't been to any of those places, but I believe I've read Bremerton can be a tricky approach at the entrance depending on the tide and wind.

BTW Steve - if you're around Friday evening, stop by. We're taking the boat out for a short post-fix dry run (cooling system) and I've got an unrelated short tale you might find entertaining. If not, another time.

[seapuppy]

k..I'll swing by...what time.??...

and bremerton is easy to get into since they redesigned the whole place..new docks ..etc....nice place to go....

SP

PS..my boat is known in these circles as a maxliner or a Bay-um....so..I qualify....

[shrew]

[QUOTE=seapuppy;10378
I need docks to get the dogs off for potty breaks)...
SP[/QUOTE]

Dinghy, Dinghy, Dinghy. Many, many people dinghy their dogs in from the anchorage. Overnighting on the hook of FREE!!

[seapuppy]

I tried to get my wife to swim......oh wait!!..your talking about those teeny boats people have on the back of thier boats!!....ain't got one yet!!


SP

[rgreenwell8962]

I'd be open for anything. We are currently waiting patiently for the arrival of our new, second young boater, as he is already 2 days late, so mid-end July on would be doable for us.

Originally Posted by Nimh

Yeah, I would be interested actually. We keep our boat in Everett, but frequently make trips down to Seattle or up into the San Juans. I think a group of Maxums together would be a quite a sight, and it would be great to get to know some of the folks around here.

What did you have in mind? South Sound deep, up North, dockside, or a flotilla barged together on a couple of hooks? We have plans on the next few holiday weekends already at least, but with exception of a few family gathering weekends, are pretty open into the fall. Hopefully Summer has finally arrived this week!

Would we allow the Maxum-less members? I know this character that sometimes hangs around here, heck of a guy, always happy to help... Sea-somethin' rather.

[Nimh]

Originally Posted by seapuppy

k..I'll swing by...what time.??...

PS..my boat is known in these circles as a maxliner or a Bay-um....so..I qualify....

Maxliner - I like it! Nicest one I've seen, easily. I'm with Shrew - there's nothing quite like the serenity of being on the hook - and the price is definitely right. Few things boating related are free.

Good to know about Bremerton. The story of old I recall was a painful read. Boats entering the breakwater would be swept into those already tied to the dock, one after the other. Even with all fenders down people were exchanging hull damage. Glad to hear that's been changed.

I should be around there about 4:30-5, and it's looking like I'll be back Saturday morning. So many projects, so little time.

[Nimh]

Originally Posted by rgreenwell8962

I'd be open for anything. We are currently waiting patiently for the arrival of our new, second young boater, as he is already 2 days late, so mid-end July on would be doable for us.

No kiddin? Well that's too cool. Good luck and early congrats!

Late July looks good for us at this point too.

[seapuppy]

ok....you guys figure out where and when.....let me know...we should be able to make it....just need some details..

then we'll all meet up for some fun....as a side note..Bremerton's new docks are huge......


SP

[rcedmondson]

Haven't had the opportunity to meet anyone from the forums yet but sounds like a lot of you guys are close by. I usually launch out of Everett and would definitely like to tag along with my wife for a nice trip on the sound. Keep us posted on details. Hopefully I'll get to be out on the water this weekend. It's looking like it will be nice weather.

[Nimh]

Originally Posted by rgreenwell8962

I'd be open for anything. We are currently waiting patiently for the arrival of our new, second young boater, as he is already 2 days late, so mid-end July on would be doable for us.

So? Any news?

Originally Posted by rcedmondson

Haven't had the opportunity to meet anyone from the forums yet but sounds like a lot of you guys are close by. I usually launch out of Everett and would definitely like to tag along with my wife for a nice trip on the sound. Keep us posted on details. Hopefully I'll get to be out on the water this weekend. It's looking like it will be nice weather.

We went out tonight after work and had a great time. The East side of Hat Island was simply gorgeous. We have family obligations this weekend, but enjoy and I hope the weather works out for ya'll.

[seapuppy]

Jim and I are at dagmars landing...my wife and I are always going someplace..your more than welcome to meet up or flotilla with us anytime..

SP

[rgreenwell8962]

Nimh,

Stillllll waiting. He seems to be on his own schedule.

Originally Posted by Nimh

So? Any news?



We went out tonight after work and had a great time. The East side of Hat Island was simply gorgeous. We have family obligations this weekend, but enjoy and I hope the weather works out for ya'll.

[seapuppy]

I pinned the poll up at the top of this forum....so please vote all...



SP

[Brianm]

I will keep checking for the scheduled date. But given where I am coming from, we
will leave tomorrow. Presume it is pretty much a straight shot once I hang a right and head north out of Ventura harbor.

See you soon.