Tag Archive for: ACBS

Breaking News – Antique & Classic Boat Society Hires New Executive Director

ACBS HIRES NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR The Antique and Classic Boat Society, Inc. is pleased to announce the hiring of Mr. Peter Stephens of Dublin, Ohio as its new Executive Director. As most ACBS members know, the organization has been…

It’s Time To Play A New Odds Game. “Ahhhh Craps!”

Well, they are gambling on who the new Pope will be, so why can't we do our own odds game. Thanks to our fellow Woody Boaters Paul and Karen Harrison who seem to have " issues" from time traveling. Montana with the snow, St Louis with a…

Glastron Futura Classic Plastic. The Gateway Drug To Breaking Bad On Classic Boats?

We got this great story last night from long time Woody Boater Paul ( Reporting from the side of the road ) Harrison.  Funny thing about these cool Plastic classic boats, they bring a smile to all those who have been touched by one of them.…

A New Era For The ACBS!

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Yesterday I joyfully signed up for the ACBS after several years of self imposed exile. No snail mail stuff, stuffing checks into an envelope. A couple of clicks and bingo, we are signed up. It was surprisingly easy and un dramatic. Woody…

Live – ish From The Antique Boat Center ACBS Symposium!

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These images just in from the Antique Boat Center.. And best of all... No captions, so you know what that means.. I get to make them up! All kidding aside, these events are a great way to learn the tricks of the…

Are Youth Programs Enough To Grow Classic Boating?

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Well, I thought I would just ask the question. I have been mulling this around in my head for years now. The bottom line is this. People love their classic boats like they love their classic cars, toasters barbie dolls, whatever it was that…

The Search For Suzy’s Top Is Taking Us All The Way To The Top!

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As we reported a couple weeks ago here and on the Boat Buzz, we set out to find a top for our beloved go to boat. Imagine trying to find a top for a 24 ft Sportsman. What does it look like? What are the real dimensions? This all started…

Live-ish From A Grand Winter Show In Grand Rapids

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Fellow Woody Boater and ACBS President, Jim Mersman reports in from...Americas Glove!.. Take it away Jim... Jim.. Jim are you there? "Sure am Matt sorry about the delay... It’s boating season in Grand Rapids Michigan! The Water Wonderland…

Together We Can Grow The Lifestyle Of Classic Boating.

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If you have been following the drama playing out on the Boat Buzz earlier last week, you have been enjoying this years Golden Pond on line spewing of meaningless rants from a small yet very vocal minority. It's entertaining until you realize…