Charleston To Beaufort In A Lyman!

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Thanks to Woody boater Christopher Stang for sending in this wonderful story from South Carolina, reminding us that the best boating of the year is right now! Take it away Christopher. Beaufort Trip 2015 While everyone was enjoying what…
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And You Thought Living In DC Was All About Politics!

Last night when I got home, my son and his girlfriend had come home from LA for a short bit. Our pals Shawn and Danielle happened to be taking Suzy for Jimmy the new owner out for her first run of the summer with some new bottom paint. The…
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Carly And Will Take The Plunge Woody Boater Style.

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Fellow Woody Boater Will Belcher and his Boatress Carly decided to do the best engagement photos ever. Of course it helped that they had Will's dad and also fellow Woody Boater Buzz Belchers cool 1951 Riviera around to make it a very woody engagement.…
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Do You Know Anyone At Smith Mountain Lake? Heck Ya!

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Last week, one of my co workers told me she was headed to Smith Mountain Lake for her anniversary. She then asked if I knew anyone at the lake that might give her and her husband a fun woody boater ride. I think we can help.... In one email,…
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Sad Breaking News – 2010 Woody Boater Of The Year Herb Pocklington Passes Away!

We got word that long time fellow Woody Boater and winner of the 2010 Woody Boater of the year, Herb Pocklington has passed away down at his home in Florida. Herb was part of a team of folks that ran Chris-Craft back in the day. More on…
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Tragic News About Our Friend And Fellow Woody Boater Bill Basler. UPDATES IN COMMENT SECTION!

Last night we got news that our long time and original Woody Boater Bill Basler was involved in a horrible car accident on Thursday morning. Bill is at UIHC, with multiple traumatic injuries after he was flown from the crash site.  Bill’s…
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Richard Schwartz Boat US Founder Passes Away.

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We have very sad news to report, on Wednesday Boat US Founder Richard Schwartz passed away. It's not a stretch to say that Richard had a massive impact on the boating community. I was personalty fortunate enough to have visited Richards…
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A Sad So Long To Long Time Woody Boater Joan Greene

It is with a heavy heart that we report the loss of fellow Woody Boater Joan Greene. Joan was one of the fun ones, the first to wave and the first to welcome us to any Lake Hopatcong event. Joan loved her boats she had owned over the years,…
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1961 Chris Craft Continental Hardtop Heaverweight Fight Going On, On Facebook!

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In this corner weighing in at 4000 pounds is the barn find Continental being restored by Mike green of Maritime Classic s in Michigan. And in the other corner weighing in at .. wait.. 4000 pounds is the barn find all original low hours Continental…
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The Woody Boatress Gets Ready For Her Big Avon Walk!

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The Boatress would like to thank all those that purchased the Woodys For Boobies shirts and donated to the walk set for October 25 -26 in Charlotte. A total of 39.3 miles.  The team practices every morning and has been tirelessly getting…
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Do We Have A New Biggest Balls Winner?

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If you have an impression that going to boat shows is a boring day standing on docks and talking bung holes, you may want to sit down. Cause nothing could be farther from the truth. To be honest and transparent, I thought the big ACBS International…
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Breaking News – Hagerty Names 2014 Hall Of Fame Inductees!

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We interrupt part two of the Pacific Northwest ACBS Story for some humbling news. To Quote the news from the Hagerty website, "The Hagerty Marine Hall of Fame was created in 2009 to honor the people and organizations that have made profound,…
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Two Original XK 18 Jet Boats On Ebay! Great Jehosafats, What A Way To End Pledge Week!

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As we wind up Woody Boater pledge week, we celebrate two things, one is a birthday for Suzy 2 in the header and two is these  insane XK 18 jet boats on ebay today. And If you are into a nice XK jet boat, and as you know we are. Here is…
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Are You The Boat Spotter Of The Year?

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Late yesterday we got a fun email from fellow Woody Boater Samual Hiser, He sent these two obscure photos with a queation. Does anyone know what this is? I told him it looked like a boat house jokingly cause how in the hell is anyone going…
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Hey, It’s A Full Moon, Lets Go Fishing 30 Miles Out Into The Atlantic!

What could possibly go wrong? Biggest Balls Winner David Konick and his VERY trusty Sea Skiff took full advantage of the full Super Moon and headed out deep into..onto...on the Atlantic off Ocean City this past Sunday and from the photos..…
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David Konick Goes Out 25 Miles Into the Ocean And Finds Magic!

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Biggest Balls Winner David Konick headed out 25 miles into the Atlantic Ocean on Monday in his trusty Sea Skiff and found these new friends out there! As David said it, " Trolling back in just inside the 20- fathom line about 25 miles offshore,…
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“Hello My Name Is Troy, And I Have A Varnish Problem”

Come on. Everyone at once. "Hello Troy. Troy yesterday sent us this simple text.. I have laughed about all night, so the only thing left was to bring Troys secret problem out into the public as a way to help Troy with his "ISSUE" Or is it? You…
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Very Sad Breaking News. Our Pal Chris Schmaltz Passes Away.

We are very sad to report the passing of one of the good guys in the passion of classic boating.. Long time fellow Woody Boater Chris Schmaltz passed away yesterday around 11AM. To say we are all devastated here is a massive understatement.…
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Carla Goes Coco For Coco Nuts. Write The Picture Caption Today!

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Leave it to our favorite Insurance partner Carla from Hagerty Marine Insurance for having some fun with the gang at the 27th Annual Lake Chatuge Rendezvous on beautiful Lake Chatuge in Hiawassee GA this weekend. Oh sure, "other" boat shows…
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The Antique Boat Center Announces Changes In Management!

We could not be more excited for the good folks at the Antique Boat Center and some of the big positive changes they have set in motion. I have personally known the gang for some time and it's always exciting when pals make the tough changes…
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The Boatress Goes Woody Boating In San Diego! Thanks Tom, Dave and Dave!

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On Friday we did a short story about a new program we will now be rolling out so that folks can connect with others out there in Woody Boaterville. Here's how it all came together. We did the story, long time fellow Woody Boater Dave Anderson…
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That Was the Week That Was – by Tommy Holmes

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Thanks to long time fellow Woody Boater and Mr Century...the boats, not that Tommy is 100 years old..anyway thanks to Tommy  for sending in this fun Houston story. Take it away Tommy... That Was the Week That Was The classic boat…
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Happy Mothers Day. Smile Mom, It’s All About You Today!

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Happy Mothers Day to all you Woody Moms out there. Today is all about you! Lets see your moms smile today! From fellow Woody Boater Ken Furrer – Taken around 1960 Mom Dad and Little Ken!     
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A Woody Wedding! I Think I am Going To Cry.

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Thanks to long time fellow Woody Boater Kevin McQuown for sending in this very cool photo series of his vintage wedding on Lake placid. Kevin and Taryn, are very into living with everything vintage cars, boats, all their furnishing (literally…
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A Email Everyone In The Hobby Of Classic Boating Should Read.

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As the woody boating season officially opens here in Sunnyland,we thought we would share this wonderful email we just received here at Woody Boater HQ.  We receive countless emails from our citizens. many with, boats to sell, buy, feature,…
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Classic Insurance Visionary Frank Hagerty, Co-Founder of Hagerty, Passes Away at Age 79

It is with great sadness that we must report on the loss of one of great ones in the hobby of classic boating. Franks passion has enabled many of us to enjoy our passion for classic boating without worry and fear. For that we are forever…
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One Of The Most Romantic Boat Names Ever Named!

The other day we got an email from Fellow Woody Boater  Shawn Brozovich, who thought we might be able to help find a boat he rode in once, 20 years ago. What made this a special story is in Shawn's words below. His desire is to surprise…
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My Grandparents Steelcraft – by Jim Hilton

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Fellow Woody Boater Jim Hilton sent us in this nice story of his grandparents Steelcraft the other day, in the email he said he had some old shots... I had to ask, and the gods of all tha's cool and fun, delivered. Thank you Jim for sharing.…
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Who’s Your Woody Valentine?

Today is the big day. Valentines Day. Many of us depend on the love of others to make our passion for classic boating more fun. So in honor of the big day, We thought it would be fun to offer up the chance to post a pic of your Valentine.…
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Woody Boater Intervention! By Alex Watson.

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This past weekend, Matt “Miss Lisa” Byrne, Chad “Lily” Durren, and I ( Alex Watson) staged an intervention. An intervention is necessary when the afflicted individual is past the point of being able to help himself. There are a…
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Larry? Larry? Is It Ok If We Change The Carpeting?

Tomorrow, Woody Gal, Daniel, Jimmy and I set sail for Katz's Marina to talk to Larry about his beloved Pumpkin. We are at the stage where choices need to be made regarding finish, engine and stuff. All of it was shot, engine was frozen, out…
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It’s Woofy Boater Day, With A Twist And A Click!

Today is all about our beloved 4 legged friends.We did this for an entire week last summer. Very fun stuff. It's simple, ya just comment and post a pic of your best pal. We are trying to prove a point that Woody Boaters love their hound…
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Woody Boater Names Tommy Holmes Sexiest Man Alive!

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By now you have heard that singer and TV star Adam Levine has been named People Magazines sexiest man alive. If you look into it deeper though, you will find that Adam is a Century guy. That's right, right here in the latest issue of People…
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Let’s Go Woody Fish’n With David Konick!

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Today we take a special trip out on the Atlantic Ocean with biggist balls winner David Konick and his trusty .. VERY TRUSTY Sea Skiff. David and his pals love fishing no matter what the conditions are. This time its in the fog. Thank goodness…
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The Things We Did Last Summer – Alex Watson

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Now that Last Gasp 2013 is in the history books. We can reflect back on a wonderful summer. Alex Watson and his family up in Hessel milk summer for all its worth. All 3 months of it. Alex has thought it might be fun to document his summer of…
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A Wonderful Breathtaking Last Gasp.

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Today's last gasp story is a very special last gasp and a new beginning all in one. Lapstrake lovers Adam Koons and his soon to be Boatress Mariah Compton, sent us these beautiful engagement photos and story. Photos Courtesy Little Tree…
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Tommy Mertaugh Memorial Scholarship Fund At The Great Lakes Boat Building School.

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Late yesterday we received this note from The Great Lakes Boat Building School and E. James Mertaugh family regarding a new scholarship in the name of Tommy Mertaugh who sudden death was reported on last week. If you are planing on making…
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Sunday In Woodyboaterville?

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When you live the Woody Boater lifestyle, days like Sunday are magical. The weather was more than perfect, it was spiritual. 65 degrees, crisp blue skies,  flat water and good friends all worked together like a perfect dance, creating a…
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We Salute The Hagerty Classic Marine Hall of Fame 2013 Inductees

Every year, the good folks at Hagerty Classic Marine Insurance Agency salute the people and organizations that have made positive contributions to the antique wooden boat hobby. The Hagerty Marine Hall of Fame is thier way of saying “thank…
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Very Sad Breaking News – Tommy Mertaugh Passes Away!

Hessel Michigan - With great sadness, we report on the sudden passing of Tommy Mertaugh today. Tommy was a cornerstone of a much-loved area -- Les Cheneaux Islands (Hessel and Cedarville, Michigan). His cultural and financial impact…
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We Have A Winner For The Name Of Our Newest Reporter! Introducing The ” Kentucky Wonder”.

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As you may recall earlier this week, we did a fun report from the Bluegrass chapter of the ACBS, the way the story was sent to us and photo quality were so nice, we deputized fellow Woody Boater Bryan Leazenby an official reporter. But we…
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Dam The Torpedoes, We’re Going Fishing! Wait,They’re Torpedoes?

Thanks to looong time fellow Woody Boater David Konick, our three time biggest balls winner, we have some fun fishing shots from out on the Atlantic Ocean in his Sea Skiff. David loves.. LOVEs to take his trusty Dea Skiff out about 30 miles…
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Goodbye To One Of The Great Ones – Bill Fennessy

Long time classic boater and parts and advice supplier to all of us Bill Fennessy has passed away. Those of you that worked with Bill, as we did here at Woody Boater will remember him as one of the good guys. Bill was the owner of Southern…
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It’s Oldies Week Starting Monday!

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This week we are going to feature some of your oldies, no not your elvis collection.. We want to feature old pictures of you and your family. Yesterday Texx featured a fun old family snap shot and it triggered  a fun response. So we decided…
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A Rare Positive Open Letter Of Thanks From A Woody Boater To A Woody Boater.

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We interrupt Texx's Tour... OK.. Texx needs to sleep.. He was driving late into the night last night between stories and back here at HQ stuff is coming in. We have a fun boat house tour of Lake Winnipesaukee and some great sunset headers…
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Let’s Go Fish’n With David Konick!

While the vintage race boats are up in Gravenhurst basking in the varnish glory of it all. Fellow Woody Boater and biggist balls winner for 5 years in a row, David Konick, took advantage of the amazing fishing weather here in the mid Atlantic.…
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Thanks To A Fuel Vapor Detector, The 4th Of July Was Fireworks Free!

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Thanks to fellow Woody Boater Gene Porter, we are now aware of a major safety device that could save your life one day. The following story will appear in the upcoming Rudder, normally we would not publish a story that will appear in another…
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One Of the Godfathers Of Classic Boating Today. Wayne Mocksfield.

While at the Lake Hopatcong Show awards event, one award was handed out that is there most prestigious award. It's not handed out each year, it's only handed out when a fitting person is awarded it to. This year, Wayne was given the Mook…
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