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Aug82016

Be Part of the ACBS Annual Meeting

International Boat ShowBy ACBS Website EditorAugust 8, 2016Leave a comment

Be Part of  the ACBS Annual Meeting September 21 -24 Stay in the heart of the Lake Tahoe action. Dining, shopping, activities, and just steps from the Squaw Valley Aerial Tram and the endless shopping & dining options.  Meetings and many meals will be held here at the Village of Squaw Valley. This is the…

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Aug72016
Mahogamous Affair running on the St. Johns river in 2015 with me, Donna and my Brother.

Miraculous Recovery of “Mahogamous Affair”

Indiana Chapter, Restoration ArticlesBy ACBS Website EditorAugust 7, 2016Leave a comment

Miraculous Recovery of “Mahogamous Affair” 1953 Chris Craft Racing Runabout  Hull No. 19R-455 by Dennis Friesel In 1986, my brother-in-law bought an old wooden boat that was sitting under a tree in the mountains above Lake Meade, Nevada. He paid all of $250 and intended to restore it. Two years later, he was transferred to…

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Aug52016
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ABM – Clayton, NY Friday Pictures

Event ReportsBy ACBS Website EditorAugust 5, 2016Leave a comment

What a Show It’s the Annual Antique Boat Museum Show in the Village of Clayton, New York.  Look at that blue sky! We wish everyone who loves antique and classic boats could be there to see the beautiful wood and craftsmanship represented in this year’s show. Thanks to Cynde Smith for these pictures and a…

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Aug52016
2015 Silver Classic Utility Restored

2015 Silver Classic Utility Restored

Jerry Dyhrkopp/Iowa Great Lakes Chapter, NewsBy ACBS Website EditorAugust 5, 2016Leave a comment

“Duchess II” received a 2015 Silver Classic Utility Restored Award. “Duchess II” is a 1949 25 ft Chris Craft Sportsman powered by a Hercules W with 160 hp.  She is owned by Dean Kent who is a member of the Jerry Dyhrkopp Iowa Great Lakes Chapter. Silver Awards are presented to boats that are judged…

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Aug32016

Extension of Late Fee Deadline

NewsBy ACBS Website EditorAugust 3, 2016Leave a comment

The deadline to register for the 2016 Annual Meeting and International Boat Show at Lake Tahoe has been extended. August 21st is now the cut-off date before you will pay the late registration fee. Summer really is flying by this year.  We must be having fun with our boats and boating.  July 31st just happened…

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Aug32016
2015 Gold Antique Launch

2015 Gold Antique Launch

NewsBy ACBS Website EditorAugust 3, 2016Leave a comment

“Tolka” received a 2015 Gold Antique Launch Award at the 2015 ACBS Boat Show. “Tolka”, owned by Lee and Penny Anderson, was entered as a 1929 36 foot Bell Labs Launch.  She is powered by a Sterling Petrel 6 cylinder 135 hp engine. Prewar boats that were built between 1919 and 1942 are officially in…

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Aug22016
2015 Silver Classic Runabout Restored

2015 Silver Classic Runabout Restored

News, Pacific Northwest ChapterBy ACBS Website EditorAugust 2, 2016Leave a comment

“Rhubarb” took home a 2015 Silver Classic Runabout Restored Award. “Rhubarb” was entered in the 2015 ACBS International Boat Show at Gull Lake in Minnesota.  She is a 22 foot 1961 Shepard V-Drive powered by a Chrysler 413 300 hp engine.  “Rhubarb” is owned by Scott Mason & Patty Ludden who are members of the Pacific…

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Aug12016
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2016 Finger Lakes Chapter ACBS Winner

Event Reports, Finger Lakes ChapterBy ACBS Website EditorAugust 1, 2016Leave a comment

Finger Lakes Chapter announces the 2016 BEST of SHOW Award Winner. This 1920 17 foot Kennebec Torpedo canoe is owned by Ric and Wendy Fetridge.  The canoe won BEST of SHOW at the Finger Lakes annual judged ACBS Boat Show held at Skaneatles, New York on July 30, 2016.

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Aug12016
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2015 Silver Restored Classic Utility

Bob Speltz Land-O-Lakes Chapter, NewsBy ACBS Website EditorAugust 1, 2016Leave a comment

“Butterfly” is a 2015 Silver Restored Classic Utility Award winner at the ACBS International Boat Show. “Butterfly” is a 25 ft 1949 Chris Craft Sportsman powered by a KL 105 hp engine.  She is owned by Mitch & Annika Avery who are members of the Bob Speltz Land-O-Lakes Chapter of ACBS. Silver Awards are presented to boats…

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Aug12016
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ABM Announces New Director and Clayton Show News

NewsBy ACBS Website EditorAugust 1, 2016Leave a comment

The Antique Boat Museum announced that Rebecca Hopfinger has been appointed by the Board of Trustees to serve as the executive director of the Antique Boat Museum, effective immediately. Most recently Rebecca has served as acting director. Rebecca first joined the ABM staff in 1996 as curator and went on to serve as director development and curator…

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Jul302016
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Great Lake Fun Happens Here

ACBS Meeting Stories, NewsBy ACBS Website EditorJuly 30, 2016Leave a comment

The 2017 Annual ACBS Meeting & International Boat Show will be in Racine, Wisconsin, September 6-9, 2017. Glacier Lakes Chapter will be the host chapter.  Their pre-events will begin in Green Bay, Wisconsin on Labor Day, Sept. 4, 2017.  The International Boat Show itself will be at Reef Point Marina in Racine, Wisconsin.

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Jul302016
2015 Silver Antique Preserved

2015 Silver Antique Preserved

Bob Speltz Land-O-Lakes Chapter, NewsBy ACBS Website EditorJuly 30, 2016Leave a comment

“Marjorie” received a 2015 Silver Antique Preserved Award at the Annual ACBS Boat Show. “Marjorie” is a 1936 19 ft Chris Craft Special Raceboat.  She is owned by Mike and Sue Favilla who are members of the Bob Speltz Land-o-Lakes Chapter. Silver Awards are presented to boats that are judged to be worthy of 87…

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