Author Archives: markhergan

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DSC_0077, originally uploaded by hergan family. You can tell he loves to sail.

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DSC_0045, originally uploaded by hergan family. But she creates a disaster in the cabin. Her stuff is everywhere. Lesson learned – do not place you sunglasses on top of the spinnaker or they will ended up packed in the chute.

DSC_0041, originally uploaded by hergan family. Important lessons Chris learned today: The difference between a gybe and a tack How to tie a Bowline You have crew to communicate your intention with your crew when you are at the helm … Continue reading →

DSC_0035, originally uploaded by hergan family. 5 to 10 out the North was the forecast but not the reality.

DSC_0032, originally uploaded by hergan family. Syndey, Chris, John and Issac

DSC_0018, originally uploaded by hergan family. By the end of today’s sailing adventure – everyone should know how to tie a Bowline. I am interested to see if they can do it next time.

DSC_0007, originally uploaded by hergan family. Meeting interesting people is one of the best parts of sailing. John joined our crew for the first time. A transplant from the midwest who learned to sail in Lightnings on the Mississippi River.

DSC_0089, originally uploaded by hergan family. Just a mile from the club, the overheating alarm sounded and we shut down the engine. At first, I thought we just picked up a piece of trash in the intake but it was … Continue reading →

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DSC_0755, originally uploaded by hergan family. Alex kept me company this evening as I jumped in the water around 8pm to clean the bottom of Morning Star before the race on Saturday. It was a perfect night before the Tropical … Continue reading →

DSC_0749 copy, originally uploaded by hergan family. Not many folks are willing to clean the bottom of their boat at 8pm.  But it was the only time I had available before Saturday.

GOPR0411, originally uploaded by hergan family. Interested in crewing. Send me an email at: markhergan@comcast.net

DSC_1063, originally uploaded by hergan family. Sundays at the North East River Yacht Club Join us on Sundays in November through March for exciting Laser Frostbite Sailing. All skill levels are welcome! Skipper’s meeting is at Noon, with an on-water … Continue reading →

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