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Mariner
A P u b l i c at i o n Fo r W h e r e L a n d E n d s
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Issue #141
November 2014

Novice Guide to MdR Boat Parade
Boat Licensing Law Passes in California
Contending With a More Crowded Marina

A Magazine For The Marina del Rey Boating Community

The Mariner is
Editor/Publisher
Pat Reynolds

Columnist
Richard Schaefer
Contributors
Tim Tunks
Bil McNeely
Dave Kirby
For advertising rates and
Information contact
310-397-1887
email
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Mailing address
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Marina del Rey, CA 90295
The Mariner appears on the last
Friday of every month.

From the Editor
Perfect Goodbye
I got a call Saturday in the late afternoon from Kent Andersson from Andersson Marine who is a very
active member at the Pacific Mariner’s Yacht Club and also a friend, saying that a group would be doing
a burial at sea for Bob Butte, a much loved and respected man in the local boating community. Bob and
his wife ran the Church Mouse Marlin Invitational, which was a highlight event for local sports-fishermen
for decades.
I drove my dinghy out a few miles with the 14 other boats that came to pay their last respects. I haven’t
witnessed very many of these types of ceremonies and I have to say, it was a moving experience.
With the backdrop of a vast ocean, the group of mostly large powerboats, filled with mourners, all gathered
intimately in a circle, stern-in. These substantial boats, built for hearty fishing expeditions or long range
travel in a big sea, were now tranquil and huddled, servicing something fragile and delicate.
Bob’s ashes were scattered in the Pacific Ocean, where he was happiest and most at peace. Friends and
relatives tossed flowers on the calm ocean waters - joined in one last showing of true respect.
Lastly, all of the boats, formed a ring and circled three times counter-clockwise around the flowers that
marked where the ashes fell - a boater’s version of pall bearing perhaps.
I was proud to be a boater that day. It was a special farewell that withheld great dignity and beauty. I didn’t
know Bob, but judging by what I saw and was part of that day – he was a very good man.

Thanks for
picking it up!

This issue Oct. 31 - Nov. 28

Important
Numbers

WHAT’S INSIDE

at a glance:
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Marina del Rey

Sheriff:
310-482-6000

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Lifeguard:
310-577-5700
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800-399-1921
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Coming Events

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Off the Wire

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Searching for Elbow Room
SUP’s and Paddle-Craft Are Everywhere - Can All Coexist?

8

Introduction to Boat Decorating
Boat Decorating for First Timers by Tim Tunks

10

License to Drive
Captain Richard Schaefer Checks Out the New Boating Law

14

According to Dave
Monthly Fishing Report by Captain Dave Kirby

15

Racing - ASMBYC Awards

16

Classifieds

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PV 10 by Pat Reynolds
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Photo by Pat Reynolds

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60’ Lien Hwa 1980 4 stateroom trawler, lowered price to sell. Very spacious staterooms
and living quarters. It does need some refinishing and detailing $169,000

65’ McKinna 2002 pilot house, Exceptional 800 hp Cat 3406’s, stabilizers, bow thruster,
satellite TV, computerized entertainment center, dual helms 3 cabins, low hours $699,000

47’ Lien Hwa Mtr Yacht 1995, loaded Great 60’ Sunseeker Renegade 1993 rebuilt Detroit diesels. Family friendly - 3 cabs, salon,
family fun or live abrd, motivated $165,000 dinette, galley. Fast cruising up to 40-knots! Amazing deal for a Sunseeker. $179,000

39’ Symbol 1989 double cabin Caterpillar
diesels $69,000

52’ Californian 1988 Cockipt Mtr Yacht 375 HP Caterpillar Diesels $159,000
52’ Californian 1990 Cockpit Motor Yacht 425 HP Caterpillar diesels $159,000

46’ Wellcraft 1994 Cockpit motor yacht,
twin dsls air cond, full tronics $110,000

45 Sea ray Sundancer 1997 twin diesels
consider trade in power / sail $149,000

Sistership
38’ Carver 1988 motor yacht only $59,000

65’ Harkers island Guthrie 1970, 4 staterooms, ready for Cabo or Alaska. For private or 38’ Cruiser Inc. Flybridge,1994 Aft cabin
commercial fishing - consider trade for Cars, Realestate, Gems $120,000
full elecs, low hours on engines $59,000

38’ Tollycraft 1965 aft cabin very clean
twin Chryslers $18,500

42’ Uniflite 1984 aft cabin GM V-8 Diesels loaded and clean , RIB Inflatable on davit new 35’ Sea Ray 1991 low hours, A/C, $34,900
31’ Sea Ray Sundancer 1998 $29,000
canvas enclosures $87,500

32’ Luhrs 1974 sedan new lt finish low
hours show as a 10 $18,950

42’ Hunter center cockpit 2002 - Very well equipped vessel, maintained in very clean
condition. Sails beautifully with wonderful accommodations down below. $139,000

37’Alberg Yawl 1974, rebuilt diesel, several 46’ Moody 1985 Bluewater Cruising Cutter, 3 cabins equipped to go now! $179,000
sails inc 2 new, boat need work $16,000

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28’ Sea Ray Sundancer, 2005, twin engine,
inverter, full electronics $59,000

37’ Fisher Pilothouse 1975 bluewater ketch
upgraded 1991 new engine $89,000 TRADE

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Coming Events!
November 1

30th Annual Catalina Island Triathlon
Swim it, Bike it, Run it, Tri it! Experience
the beauty of Catalina Island and the city of
Avalon with the perfect end of season sprint
triathlon. Come for the weekend or for the
day and experience all that Catalina has to
offer. Spectrum Sports Management. 909-3993553,www.CatalinaIslandTriathlon.com

November 8

Reggae Band and Brazillian Music
Live at Fisherman’s Village
Live, outdoor concerts are held every weekend
in the plaza of Fisherman’s Village. Enjoy the
waterfront setting amidst a smattering of jazz,
blues, Latin & more. Every Saturday & Sunday
(weather permitting). Concerts are free & open
to the public. Concert schedule rotates weekly.
This week Upsteam (Reggae Saturday) and
Brazil Brasil (Brazilian/Samba Sunday)at 1:00
p.m.

November 8

Catalina Island Eco-Marathon, Half
Marathon, 10K & Kid’s Run
Runner’s World rates the Catalina EcoMarathon as the “Best Island Run,” because it
travels through an otherworldly place where,
the magazine notes, “you can see buffalo, bald
eagles, seals and palm trees during a single run.”
The Eco-Marathon course travels through three
distinct ecosystems via trails and soft dirt roads.
Runners traverse single-track trails, ridgelines,
and vistas that afford views of the Pacific Ocean
from both sides of the Island. Spectrum Sports
Management/Catalina Island Conservancy,
909-399-3553, www.runcatalina.com.

November 9

and veggies, pre-packaged meals, delicious
desserts, and hand-crafted jewelry, clothing,
arts & crafts. Marina Beach parking lot every
Thursday, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. 310-305-9545.

November 14

P.L.A.Y. Preschool Annual Craft
Auction at Avalon
Come support Avalon’s youth at the annual
Craft & Silent Auction to benefit Preschool
Learning for Avalon Youth. Door prizes, great
food & desserts, spirits and a Grand Prize
drawing. Doors at the Catalina Island Yacht
Club will open at 5pm. Questions? Contact
PLAY Preschool at 310-510-2324.
November 15th 12:00 p.m. and December 6th
at 12p.m.

November 15

West Marine Presents: Lighting up
for the Holiday Boat Parade
Get the inside scoop on how to WIN and have
a great safe time on the water. Join the West
Marine staff and past participants as we go
over how to get noticed, what the 14 award
categories and great prizes are, the parade
route, awards party and much more. Light
fare and refreshments will be served. Now
that LED lights use very little power and are
cheap, it makes it fast and simple to put on a
special light effects extravaganza. The parade
is a must-do event for anyone who enjoys the
marina and wants to have the best seat for
viewing the spectacle. The entry fee is only $25
for an individual! This year’s Marina del Rey
Holiday Boat Parade will be on December 14th.
Fireworks kick off the parade at 5:55pm. The
theme is “Happy Birthday” in honor of the 50th
anniversary of MdR. For more information on
the parade, photos, history, the entry form and
sponsorship opportunities, visit the website:
mdrboatparade.org

Champions Paddle for
Breast Cancer
Tiffany B. Grunwald MD has teamed up with
Pro SUP Shop for one Sunday a month, every
month to do a CHAMPION PADDLE to honour
the resilient women battling Breast Cancer. This
paddle is for women and men, survivors, previvors and those of us who want to cheer on the
women in our lives recovering from surgery,
chemotherapy, radiation as they reclaim their
bodies. Champion Paddle is a 90-minute paddle
around the Marina. For more info call
310-945-8350

Pro SUP Hosts Ladies Night!
Join the ladies of Pro SUP Shop one night a
month for a special ladies night moonlit paddle
through the marina! Each month we have a
90 minute paddle followed by a pop-up shop
featuring jewelry, clothing, massages and more.
Follow our Facebook account to see what’s in
store each month!
www.facebook.com/prosupshop

Marina del Rey Farmers’ Market
Starting at 9:00 a.m. stack up on fresh produce
and artisan favorites at the Marina del Rey
Farmers’ Market. Locally grown, organic fruits

Live at Fisherman’s Village
Latin Jazz and Jazz Funk
Live, outdoor concerts are held every weekend
in the plaza of Fisherman’s Village. Enjoy the

November 13

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November 20

November 23

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waterfront setting amidst a smattering of jazz,
blues, Latin & more. Every Saturday & Sunday
(weather permitting). Concerts are free & open
to the public. Concert schedule rotates weekly.
This week Upsteam (Reggae Saturday) and
Brazil Brasil (Brazilian/Samba Sunday)at 1:00
p.m.

November 27th

Thanksgiving “Island Style”
Enjoy a traditional family style Thanksgiving
dinner complete with all the trimmings in a
unique Island setting. Reservations are required;
please call the Harbor Reef Restaurant at 310510-4215.

November 28-30

Catalina Film Institute
Students and industry professionals immerse
themselves in a workshop setting surrounded
by the spectacular beauty of Catalina Island.
Take advantage of different programs and be
creatively inspired by the enchanting scenery
of historic and beautiful Catalina Island.
Participation in this event supports the Catalina
Island Conservancy and their work to keep
Catalina’s wildlands wild.
Catalina Film
Institute. 818-787-1946, www.CatalinaFF.org

Ongoing
Paddle in the Moonlight
Every Wednesday and Friday evening come join
the crew of Pro SUP for a fun night of paddling,
there’s no better way to end the day than with
a paddle cruise! Sunset Moonlit Marina Paddle
Cruise is a 75 minute paddle cruise around the
Marina. Evening is one of the most peaceful
times to go for a paddle through the marina,
this experience is absolutely breathtaking! We
depart from Mother’s Beach. For more info call
310-945-8350
Santa Monica
Windjammers Yacht Club
We invite members, guests, and prospective
members to join us for cocktails, food, live
music, dancing and fun on Sunday afternoons
from 4:00 to 7:00 (food served at 5:00). No
reservations needed. This is a great way to end
your day on the water, or just to wind down
from the weekend. Live jazz or classic rock
bands are here for entertainment. We are located
at 13589 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, CA
90292,(310) 827-7692. Please visit our website
at www.smwyc.org for activities, membership
details, racing, events, directions, and more.
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Marina Venice Yacht Club
Social Sundays
Join Marina Venice Yacht Club weekly for our
Social Sunday Open House from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00
p.m. Food items are provided at a moderate price.
MVYC is located in the Marina City Club West
tower at 4333 Admiralty Way. Whether you own
a boat, are looking to buy one, or just want to be
around other water loving people MVYC welcomes
all who share in the Corinthian Spirit. Follow the
signs up the stairs or elevator to the Club House
on G2. For more information call (310) 853-0428,
visit our website www.mvyc.
org, or contact [email protected]. . 2014
Women’s Sailing Association of
Santa Monica Bay
Meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at the
Santa Monica Windjammers Yacht Club, 13589
Mindanao Way, in Marina del Rey. The meeting,
held at 7:30, is preceded by a social hour, and a
light dinner is served. Each meeting features a
guest speaker discussing their adventures and
achievements. WSA invites boaters of all skill levels
to join. Its programs, include day sails, seminars,
parties, and cruises including destinations such as
King Harbor, Catalina and the northern Channel
Islands, For membership information contact email
membership@ wsasmb.org or on the web at www.
wsasmb.org.
Marina Sunday Sailing Club
Since 1981 MSSC has brought together skippers
and crew in a friendly social environment
for daysails in Santa Monica Bay and cruises
to Catalina and other destinations. We meet
onthe2ndand4thSundayofeachmonthon the patio at
Burton Chace park under the Club banner. Meetings
start at 10:00 a.m. We hold a brief business meeting
and then head out for an afternoon of sailing on
the Bay after which we gather at a member’s dock
for wine, snacks and more socializing. Visitors are
welcome and a one day guest membership of only
$5 entitles you to brunch and a day of sailing, if
space is available. No prior sailing experience is
necessary. For more info call (310) 226-8000 or see
website at www.marinasundaysailors.org
Catalinas of Santa Monica Bay, Owners of Catalina Yachts
Join us for our monthly meetings at the Santa
Monica Windjammers Yacht Club on the 3rd
Tuesday of each month. We would like to
welcome Catalina owners to join our club. We
have speakers, cruises to Catalina, races and other
events throughout the year. Our doors open at 6:00
for happy hour and then dinner around 7 to 7:30
and our main event after that. Join the fun and meet
other owners of Catalinas. For more info email
Jeanne Cronin at [email protected].
Single Mariners of Marina del Rey
Single Mariners is now under a new invigorated
management! Please come out and join us for a

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great social evening. We meet at 7pm
on the first and third Thursdays of each
month at Pacific Mariners Yacht club.
There is a $7 charge and a light meal is
provided. Free parking is available in
the PMYC lot. We have day sails on
the weekend following the meeting. The
goal of the club is to meet new people
that enjoy sailing or want to learn sailing
or want to try ocean sailing. We match
skippers with members for a fun day on
the water. Skippers are also encouraged
to join us. It is a fun evening of discussing
sailing and adventures on the water and a
great way to make new friends. PMYC is
located at 13915 Panay Way, Marina del
Rey. For additional information please
visit our website singlemaringers.com
or you can email SM Commodore, Alan
Rock, at [email protected]. Skipper
Alert! We need skippers to join our club
to host our members.
To list a coming event,
email [email protected]

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Historical Society
Holds Major Event

The L.A. Blues

The newly formed Marina del Rey
Historical Society continues to gather
momentum. On the heels of opening
their own gallery located in Fisherman’s
Village and releasing a book on the
history of Marina del Rey, they hosted
a king sized fund-raiser at the Shores
apartment complex in MdR.
This was no backyard barbecue.
County Supervisor Don Knabe hosted
the Tribute to Jerry Epstein, a founding
father of what Knabe referred to as the
“county’s jewel.”

About six miles off the Marina del Rey breakwall, this blue whale surfaced for a breath as he or she fed
for a few minutes, then disappeared. Blue whales were rarely seen in the area until five years ago when
suddenly they started appearing. It’s assumed their food source, krill, is responsible for the pattern
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Lee Baca was spotted in the crowd.

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Fourteen boats gathered a few miles off the coast of Marina del Rey to pay last respects to Bob Butte
who founded the very popular Church Mouse Marlin Tournament. The Church Mouse has raised
nearly $1,000,000 for charity since its inception. Butte was a member of the Pacific Mariners Yacht
Club and was a very well regarded person in the boating community. Butte died in the place he loved
and spent so much time, Catalina Island.
In addition to the burial at sea, an outpouring of condolences reverberated around the local boating
community, especially amongst fishermen.

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Photo Pat Reynolds

Searching For Elbow Room

T

he SUP boom is a
double-edged sword in
the eyes of many local
boaters. On the one hand,
some feel it’s nice to see
an influx of young and/
or active people enjoying
the marina in a different
way. It brings an energy
to the place that wasn’t here before. However,
there are more than a few boaters who don’t care
about that and are more irritated than anything
else. As the number of paddlers, kayakers,
rowers and now floating bicycles escalates, so
does the worry that an unfortunate accident
could occur.
A Mariner reader named Tom put it this way:
“I have had a sailboat in Marina del Rey for
over 20 years and am greatly concerned of the
increasing influx of (mostly rental) kayaks,
stand up paddleboards, and newly floating
bicycles in the basins and main channel of the
marina. G-Basin is especially affected, as there
is a rental facility at the end of the Basin.
“It is my understanding that these types of
“craft” are not considered true vessels. As such,
they do not have right of way and must stay to the
sides of the basins and main channel as would a
pedestrian on the roads. However, the majority
of these people using these types of craft are
often in the center of the basin impeding boat
traffic without any grasp of their folly.”
Some of these folks come from the docks of

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Phins Health Club on Panay Way who offer
SUP’s, rowboats and kayaks to their members.
Stephen Phiny, owner of Phins, is mindful of the
dilemma and quick to point out that they take
the educational element seriously.

But Vaughn admits that after that there are
paddlers that are going to do what they’re
going to do. And also points out that there are
times when they have to be in the middle out
of necessity.

“We make every effort to inform and remind
our members and guests about the rules of the
road,” Phiny says. “We request they stay on the
starboard side of the basins and channels. We
ask them to be polite and considerate of others,
stressing the importance of steering clear of
the sailboats and powerboats, emphasizing that
these boats are not nearly as movable and must
be given a wide berth.

Our frustrated reader also asked—can the
Marina del Rey Sheriff pressure the rental
companies to implement more safety education
and do they issue citations?

“I really believe that all of our members and
their guests have a real love and appreciation
for the marina. There is no reason we cannot
all enjoy this incredible resource responsibly
together.”
Across the channel is Pro SUP, another outlet
for people to grab a Stand Up Paddleboard and
like Phiny, Mike Vaughn who runs that shop is
very conscious of the safety concern. He points
out that he uses certified instructors, but as a
boat owner, is most understanding of the issue.
“We tell our people—any and every boat has the
right of way,” Vaughn says. “Yes, we’ve been
deemed a “vessel” by Beaches and Harbor, the
Coast Guard and the Sheriff department, but
that being said, we always instruct the people to
stay as close to the [docked] boats [on the side]
as they can – out of people’s way.”

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According to the sheriff, the rental companies
are in compliance – they rent the boards with
what the law requires – an onboard PFD, sound
signaling device and lights if it is being operated
at night. As for citations, there are being some
written, mostly for no PFDs.
“We’re hearing it from the boating community,”
said Sgt. Michael Carriles of the Sheriff station
in MdR. “And we know it’s just a matter of time
before someone gets hurt.”
Carriles says he is currently combing through
ordinances, polling peers in other marinas and
consulting with the County Council as to how
to move forward with a situation that is clearly
becoming more prominent.
“We want it to be enjoyable for everybody,”
Carriles said, “but we definitely have to look at
the safety aspect. And it may just require us to
designate a certain area where they can transit,
as opposed to them taking up the whole channel.
“We definitely want to get this done before next
summer comes about.”
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Introduction to
Boat Parade Decorating:
Taught by Professor Tim Tunks

E

veryone loves a parade. And what
could be better for we mariners than
a boat parade around our marina?
This year’s parade (Saturday
evening Dec. 13) celebrates the 50th
anniversary of the largest pleasure boat marina
in the United States, so this year’s parade should
be a doozy. So look for a doozy this time
If you are looking to be a spectator of the
parade, there are many excellent vantage points,
all around the marina, although they fill up fast,
so claim your spot as soon as you can.
I’ve enjoyed front row seating at water level
in kayaks/dinghies, from large parties on yachts
berthed in the slips of the main channel, and
even aboard the judge’s boat anchored midchannel offering a high angle close-up view.
But there’s nothing like seeing it from the inside
– aboard a competing boat.
The best time I had was building and riding on
winning entries from PMYC during the 1980s.
Back then, we had to rent multiple portable
generators to keep the lights lit and the amplifiers
pumping out the tunes—today it’s much easier.
Modern inexpensive low energy LED lightstrings available at the big box discount stores
are game changers, reducing power demands
to more easily managed levels so portable
generators can frequently be avoided. The
same is true for modern music amplifier power
requirements.
Today you can collect a few like-minded friends
and build a memorable holiday experience
without too much fuss or expense. I’ve spent
most of my professional life designing and
producing all kinds of shows with all kinds of
people and I’m here with some keys to help
you get out there and enjoy being part of the
show yourself. Special talents are useful but not
required to build a fine onboard display.
Your first task is to scale the right combination

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of boat and team for your parade entry. Having
the whole team aboard during the parade and
the slip-side party afterwards is integral to the
fun so plan your crew size so it doesn’t exceed
the capacity of the boat when loaded with the
display. Remember as you assemble your team
that all should be responsible boat worthy
people who can perform their duties safely at
night with many boats operating close by.
Parade night will find many experienced wellfunded teams aboard their splendidly produced
entries competing for the big prizes, but they
will be outnumbered by boats with less adorned
displays and smaller crews who are enjoying the
feeling of just being part of the action. Let me
give you some tips so you can join that second
group.
Example 1 A & B (next page - upper right):
Simple outline lighting with a few LED strings
is always attractive—the more lights the better,
but a basic and clean design can be just as
beautiful. Many display lighting products are
available with controllers that provide a variety
of effects and some will synchronize with music.
Example 1B (powerboat example): Note how
the bright spotlight on the flybridge glares in our
eyes and detracts from the overall effect.
With a sailboat, displaying multiple light strings
fanning down from the masthead create a
triangular cascade of light. Rigging and wiring
can be simplified by preassembling the light
strings so they all feed from a single extension
cord. This center feed point is then hoisted on
a halyard and the other ends of the light strings
are then secured to the lifelines.
Note that a large sailboat like this one with a
tall mast would benefit from the greater light
density that more LED strings would provide.
Example 2:You can use a single scenic element
chosen to reflect the year’s parade theme. Happy

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50th Birthday Marina del Rey is the one for this
year. If you have the talent to produce a large
prop or piece of scenery or if you have access to
something you can rent or borrow, then there’s
two tasks ahead: To get the piece loaded and
secured aboard and to illuminate it.
This contestant found an inflatable Santa with
a single light bulb inside providing complete
illumination, making for an easy set-up and
take-down. With a mixture of white and colored
lights along the toe-rail and a well-lit entry
number placard this is an excellent example of a
facile and effective effort.
In choosing and securing any scenery or props,
remember that parade night can be windy. You
don’t want your team dodging flying stuff like
Dorothy on her way to Oz.
Observe the sailboat in the distance on the far
right and see how its simple outline is quite
effective despite the few light strings used.
Sometimes less is more.
Example 3: Illuminating your piece requires
lighting from the front, which in this case is the
starboard side of the boat. Note the outriggers
suspended a few feet above the water with
floodlights directed up at the prop reindeer and
the costumed performers like old time stage
footlights. Keeping the outrigger low provides
clear sight lines for your viewers. Make sure the
lights don’t spill uncomfortable glare into the
viewers’ eyes.
Example 4: This simple array of light globes
provides lighting for the performers while it
outlines their stage and signage in an attractive
way.
Example 5: Smaller charismatic stage efforts
have included an accordion playing gondolier
with a lantern hung from a single pole. I once
saw a romantic candle-lit couple playing flute
and guitar in a canoe under tow from an invisible
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(blacked out) electric boat. Seeing them floating
along in their little island of light provided a
heart-warming change of pace.
Live holiday music is a great element to
provide, so if you amplify it, take special care
to make the sound clear and loud enough to
hear from about one-hundred feet away. Among
parade horrors are intoxicated folks singing into
loud hailers and distorted carols blaring from
undersized boom boxes.
Most desirable is the elusive Great Idea—
wonderful to have but generally difficult to
come by. A great example is one year the
UCLA rowing team (example 5) decorated their
boat like a sleigh and costumed themselves as
reindeer while they propelled Santa about the
parade route. Note how the lighting booms
enable powerful and even illumination of this

team’s effort.
If you have a great idea for your parade entry go for it - but don’t let the lack of a great idea
keep you from participating. A few light strings
plugged into the boat’s inverter and a few good
friends will put you in the middle of a fun time
none will soon forget.

Example 1 A

There is a great primer written by a past trophy
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Example 1 B

Example 3

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License to Drive
Captain Schaefer discusses the new Vessel Operator Card
By Captain Richard Schaefer

O

n September 18, Governor Brown
signed SB 941—a bill requiring
that all operators of motor driven,
recreational vessels be licensed
through a government sanctioned
boating education course. After
successfully passing an approved course, the
applicant will be issued a “Vessel Operator Card”
which must be in their possession whenever
they are operating a vessel in California waters.
This first stage of this new law will take effect
on January 1, 2018.
The law is designed to come into effect by
stages. In the box to the right is the bare bones
of it and, in fact, there really isn’t much meat
on them.
Now, I admit, I’m not someone who thinks the
government needs to involve itself in every
corner and aspect of our lives, but if you’re
gonna make a law...well it should at least make
a little sense and be somewhat effective in
preventing injuries and accidents.
Having some 10 question test on the Internet and
paying 30 bucks for a “Vessel Operator’s Card”
isn’t going to make anyone any safer. That’s
just going to put money in the government’s
bank account and give everyone a false sense
of security.
Let’s have a look at what the law doesn’t do.
1. If someone comes to California on vacation
from “anywhere” they don’t need an operator’s
card. Isn’t that kinda like some fella without
a driver’s license going to another state and
driving a car without a license. I mean...is a
license really necessary or not? If not, then why
do residents of California need to have one?
2. If someone comes into rent a boat they don’t
need a license? How would that work with Hertz
or Enterprise Car Rentals? I’ll tell you how—
they’d laugh at you and show you the door.
3. A person driving in a boat race or operating
a vessel in a water skiing event doesn’t need a
license. Seems to me these are people that—if

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The Law in a Nutshell
(1) On and after January 1, 2018: A person 20 years of age or younger.
(2) On and after January 1, 2019: A person 25 years of age or younger.
(3) On and after January 1, 2020: A person 35 years of age or younger.
(4) On and after January 1, 2021: A person 40 years of age or younger.
(5) On and after January 1, 2022: A person 45 years of age or younger.
(6) On and after January 1, 2023: A person 50 years of age or younger.
(7) On and after January 1, 2024: A person 60 years of age or younger.
(8) On and after January 1, 2025: All persons, regardless of age.
(c) This section does not apply to any of the following:
(1) A person who is a resident of another state or a foreign country who is operating a vessel and
meets either of the following requirements:
(A) The person is temporarily using the waters of this state for a period not to exceed 60 days,
and meets the applicable requirements, if any, of his or her state of residency.
(B) The person is temporarily using the waters of this state for a period not to exceed 90 days,
and meets the applicable requirements, if any, of his or her country of residency.
(2) A person operating a vessel while under the direct supervision of a person 18 years of age or
older who is in possession of a vessel operator card issued pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section
678 or who is not required to possess a vessel operator card pursuant to paragraph (6).
(3) A person operating a vessel in an organized regatta or vessel race, or water ski race.
(4) A person operating a rental vessel.
(5) A person who is in possession of a current commercial fishing license.
(6) A person who is in possession of a valid marine operator license, for the waters upon which
the licensee is operating, issued by the United States Coast Guard, or who is in possession
of a valid certificate issued pursuant to the International Convention on Standards of Training,
Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers, 1978, as amended.
A person who has successfully completed a boating course approved by the Commission on
Peace Officer Standards and Training.
With enactment of this law California will come off the “short list” of 5 states that included;
Alaska, South Dakota, Wyoming and Arizona - that do not have regulations or requirements
regarding boater licensing.
It is not exactly clear how these examinations will be conducted or by whom, but I suspect
existing sailing/boating schools along with the Coast Guard Auxiliary, will be the primary
providers of State approved tests. There are also plans for the test to be administered on the
Internet, most likely by the California Division of Boating and Waterways.

you’re gonna demand licenses—ought’a have
one.

Masters License when carrying passengers for
hire aboard a sailing vessel.

4. Sailboaters are exempt if their engines are
not in use. It takes a lot more skill to sail than
to drive a motorboat around. Even the Coast
Guard demands a “Sailing Endorsement” on a

6. This new law will not effect kayakers
or paddle-boarders or the operators of any
manually propelled vessels. This shows a

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2014

According to Dave
Fishing Update by Marina del Rey’s
Master Fisherman
Captain Dave Kirby

Hard to believe but this great
fishing season is still going
strong. In fact, some of our local
fishermen, around the Horse
Shoe kelp area (near PV), are
picking up some nice yellowtail in
the 25-pound range. It appears
the bait quality is much better
down there with squid, sardines
and small mackerel.
Around here and around the
northern Channel Islands folks
have been filling bags with
rockfish, but why start rockfishing
when the tuna and yellowtail bite
has been so good?
Lobster season is happening and
both hoopnetters and divers have
been getting limits, but keep an
eye out for moon phases – some
say less moon the better. So far
the bugs have been in shallow
water, so figure that into the plan.
Over at Catalina, particularly the
backside of the east end, we’ve
been picking up a ton of yellows
but nothing of size.
I’m waiting for the waters to cool
down a bit to see if the bluefin
will show at some of the outer
islands.
Well, let’s see if any more
hurricanes pop up and push
more fish up our way!
Until next time…Tight Lines
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Recognizing The Exceptional
ASMBYC Awards Announced

By Tim Tunks

E

very year the Association of Santa Monica Bay Yacht Clubs, an
umbrella organization for all the local yacht clubs, recognizes
deserving members of the yachting community. One could say
AMBYC awards are our Oscars and this year The Mariner has been given
the honor of publishing the names of the winners in the major categories.
In October a committee, composed largely of past award winners, chooses
the awardees for the year. Sportsman and Yachtsman of the Year are the
two highest awards for great contributions to yachting in Santa Monica
Bay. Also highly important are the Junior Sportsman and the Junior
Yachtsman who are selected by another committee with members close to
the junior yachting scene in our area.
Bill Watkins from California Yacht Club is the Yachtsman of the Year
for his stellar job as Chair of the National Optimist Championship that had
267 dinghy sailors competing. Also Watkins was recognized for his work
with the REACH program that utilizes sailing to help illuminate concepts
in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) around the
country at yachting events.
Cooper Weitz was voted Junior Yachtsman of the Year for
demonstrating both “superior sailing ability along with the highest
standards of sportsmanship” in the CYC junior sailing program and the

Santa Monica High School sailing team. Weitz was both a team and an
individual champion on the national level. 
Earnie Barker from DRYC becomes Sportsman of the Year for his
outstanding service whenever a boat or a boat driver was needed. Whether
for running a race or racing mark service—an especially nasty job, Barker
was consistently ready and able. One qualification for this award is the
exhibition of “exceptional and consistent fairness, courtesy, gracefulness
and/or heroism in activities associated with yachting.” Earnie certainly
demonstrated his heroism when he helped disarm a knife wielding
criminal in the DRYC parking lot, getting wounded himself in the process.
Tot Davis, an exceptional 12-year-old transplant from Nova Scotia, is the
Junior Sportsman of the Year. Davis joined the CYC Junior Race Team
two years ago and has grown into the model of Corinthian ideals. He is
not only a skilled student athlete but also a strong supporter of his fellow
teammates, continuing to work hard even after he did not make the final
cut for the Optimist nationals team. The entire yachting community should
note how the greatest contributors are frequently not the race winners but
the solid caring supporters of our sport.
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activities in many important ways. This year’s David Poe Service awardee
is Ed Gold from Del Rey Yacht Club whose outstanding service to the
Santa Monica Bay Sailing Foundation raising funds and organizing
activities brought many youngsters into the sport of sailing—kids who
would never have gotten to sail without the foundation’s support.
The Competitive Yachting Achievement Award went to an outstanding
young woman sailor from DRYC named Cassie Obel. Competing in
national events she has won or scored highly against some of the best
small boat sailors in the country. With her crew and teammate Annika
Garrett she trained hard and focused their efforts on becoming champion
sailors.
The actual awards are presented at the ASMBYC installation brunch in
January and published in the annual “Yearbook & Calendar” that lists
the racing schedule and other Santa Monica Bay yachting events. The
Mariner will be featuring photos and a rundown from the event.
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Continued from page 14

complete misunderstanding of the reality of,
“safety on the water” by lawmakers. People in
kayaks and on paddleboards often enter into, and
or create dangerous situations for larger vessels.
Most of these boaters are oblivious to the dangers
of maneuvering close to larger vessels. Frankly, I
am amazed that there aren’t serious accidents in
Marina del Rey more often.
The omission of these groups of people from the
law shows that this law was written for the sole
political purpose of “appearing to act” on the
important issue of boating safety. The issuance of
such a license - as proposed - is nothing more than
a political charade.
Possibly, some sort of band-aid could be applied
to SB 491 regarding rental craft. Perhaps an
amendment that requires of water-craft rental
companies to administer a short 10 - 15 minute
“safety check-out” before allowing the renter to
navigate the local waters.
However, the proper way to license boaters is
the way the Coast Guard or even the Department
of Motor Vehicles does. These agencies do
not exempt certain drivers, but rather issues
“endorsements” for the various types of vehicles
driven/used.
To have any real effect on boater safety each level
of boat use should require a progressively higher
level of training and/or testing.
For example;
Level One Boater - Manually driven/propelled
vessels. A two hour, classroom course focusing on
operational and personnel safety and Rules of the
Road.
Level Two Boater - Power Driven Vessels to 25
Feet - A four-hour course covering boat handling,
rules of the road, basic first aid, man overboard,
docking, safe fueling practices and heavy
weather. Mandatory one-hour on the water with
an instructor.
Level Three - Sailboat - no engine - to 25 Feet
- Same as Level One, but with a minimum of 2
hours of classroom and one hour on the water with
an instructor.

the water for “sailing proficiency” testing.
Anything beyond this should be handled through
the auspices of the Coast Guard.
Existing Sailing Schools could be certified to
teach the classes and handle the examinations; as
well as individuals with the proper certifications,
experience and licenses. The Department of
Boating and Waterways could handle the “school/
instructor certification” process. Using, as much
as possible, USCG licensing and endorsements, in
the processing of applications.
Now, don’t misunderstand me—I’m “mostly”
okay with the way things are. But if the
government is going to insist on licensing - well,
then at least have it mean something and serve the
purpose intended.

The Mariner

Captain Richard is a U.S.C.G. Licensed Master
of Sailing Vessels. He has skippered charters
and deliveries, taught sailing and seamanship,
managed yachts and written for boating
publications for nearly 30 years. He can be
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9.9 Yamaha, High Thrust, Elec Start, Long $1200
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Tilt, Elec Start, XLong $2799
20 Honda, NEW-5yr Warranty, Long $3299
20 Yamaha, NEW-3yr Warranty $2799

Motorola 72amps 12 volt Marine alternator never

Stuff - TV, Mounts, Chairs, Fender
Holders
Stainless dinghy mounts $100, four large stainless
fender holders $75 ea. stainless/wood chairs, $25 ea.
Samsung flat screen $100 - all in xlnt condition. 310913-5533

Trailers
0’-13’ Boats $400-$1200
14’-16’ Boats $600-$1200
17’-21’ Boats $750-$1200
24’-29’ Boats $3000
310-822-8618

Mainsail

From 40 ft. Cal - $450 call 310-823-2040

Sails

Spinnaker,2 drifters and a genoa for sale from a 28’
Lancer. Very good condition. Call 213 706 8364

Anchor

Fortress FX-23 Anchor $150 - 310-391-6174

Donate Boats

Looking for Boat Donation
Marine Mammal Research
The Ocean Conservation Society, that conducts
valuable research of marine mammals in the Santa
Monica Bay, is looking for boat donations. There are
many benefits to donating your boat. Please email
[email protected].. www.oceanconservation.org

Cash For Your Boat !

310-822-8618.

Power or sail, Yachts to dinghys 310-849-2930

6 Suzuki. 2 x 9,9 Yamaha high thrust remote 25”. 20

LA Area Council Boy Scouts of America need your

Outboards

Johnson remote 20”. 40 Evinrude remote 20”. 50 Mercury remote 20”. 75 Mercury trim 20”. 125 Force trim
remote. Price is right! Call 310 823-1105.

Other Stuff
Tools

George Biddle’s Boatwright’s complete tool shop for
sale, bandsaw, power planer to hand tools. Including;
clamps, chisels, & basic tools. Kathy 310-486-2367

Buoyant Vests

4-Type II adult near shore buoyant vests in original
storage bag with whistles; never used - $30
Call 310-569-7991

ATN Gale Sail (price reduced)
100 sq ft. Like new. $400 (list price is over $1k).
310-871-5260.

Big Boat Fenders
Taylor-Made Big B, 10” x 26”, white, with 10’ x 9/16”

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Donate Your Boat

boat or boat gear as donation to support essential and
formative youth programs, please call 310-823-2040
or E-mail [email protected]

Donate your boat

To SOS, a non profit organization helping and thanking our past and present Veterans. Www.supportingourservicemen.org. 888-658-8884

Donate Your Boat

Receive a substantial tax deduction. Support youth
boating programs. S.O.S. Please call 888-650-1212

Donate Your Boat

Bringing the classroom to the ocean.Turn your
donation into tomorrow’s scientists and doctors. 310908-9198. www.city2sea.org

Services

Professional, U.S.C.G. Lic.
Master, 25 years experience.
Available

for

boat

purchase

sea

Sailing
trials

and

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consultations, local deliveries, sailing instruction and
charters. 30 years local experience. 310-460-8946
or Richard Schaefer [email protected].

Canvas Boat Covers and Repairs

New boat covers, canvas repair, restore water
repellency to marine canvas. Dan 310-382-6242

Come Sail with Capt. Royall!

Fun Charters, professional deliveries, sail or powerboat lessons, video or photo shoots, private skipper,
personable and experienced.
www.royallcharters. com 310-367-3415

USCG Licensed 100-ton
Master Captain

Deliveries/Lessons/Private Captain. Experienced,
Courteous, Safe and Fun! Contact Jeffry Matzdorff

Captain Joel Eve
Marine Consulting Services
Since 1976

Boating Instruction
Yacht Management
Delivery
Captain’s Services

(310) 210-0861

marinaresourcecenter.com

323.855.0191 [email protected]. Jeffry Matzdorff.
323.855.0191

Photographic - Video
How about an awesome in-water photo shoot for
your pride and joy. When you are at your desk and
can’t be with her, you can stare lovingly at a professionally shot photo. OR how about a mini-doc video
of your next race? 310-397-1887

Wanted
Investor

For new winery in Northern California.
Contact for info at: [email protected]

Looking for a 36’-40’ Yacht

Something like a Carver with 2 state rooms to live
aboard - on a live aboard slip, Preferably in
D Basin. Please email [email protected] or call
310.314.3537

Rowing in
Marina del Rey!
Affordable and
Fun

Make the Ocean Your Treadmill!
Phone: 310-822-7600
w w w. p h i n s c l u b . c o m

Captain David Kirby
• Fishing
• Diving
• Movie & Music Industry
• Yacht Management
• Deliveries
• Charters

949-275-4062
Check Out the Website!

www.marinermagazine.com

We Take Pride in Our Marina!
D OL PHIN MA RINA

Clean
Well Maintained
Attentive Staff
24-Hour Security
Wide Variety of Slip Sizes
Amenities

Call 310-823-1458
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FIBERGLASS REPAIR
SINCE 1969

Gel Coat Specialists
Custom Fabrications
Expert Color Matching
Cosmetic to Major Collisions
Custom Instrument Dashboards

310/306- 2149

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