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The Antique and Classic Boat Society recognizes with appreciation Cedar Ridge Boat Works as the Associate Member of the Week. The Associate level of membership gives extra support to ACBS. Michael Freel and Vaughn Rye formed the company in 2012 and joined ACBS as Associate Members in 2013. They also have a membership in the Water…
Anticipation is rising. Weather forecasts are being checked. Boat trailer wheel bearings repacked. And speaking of packing – how many days do I have? Well, it depends: Nine (9) days from now, Sunday, September 3rd, many show week participants will start their Wisconsin adventure with a tour of Lambeau Field at Green Bay. This will…
Indiana is the ACBS featured Chapter of the Week. Their website invites you to find a passion for yourself that will last a lifetime: We are Indiana’s official chapter of the national ACBS (Antique and Classic Boat Society). We enjoy the camaraderie of members sharing their appreciation and enthusiasm for antique wooden and classic fiberglass…
Thank you, Maggi Cassell, for reporting on the Southern California Chapter’s Antique and Classic Boat Show. The club spent a beautiful weekend at Big Bear Lake, in the California high Sierras. The sun was shining and the breeze was blowing. The Southern California Chapter of ACBS had a terrific turnout from the public, too! Our…
The lead picture today is from Nick Casilli of his 1959 18 ft Chris Craft Continental Sportin A Woody. The boat is all original with only 259 hours on her. It has a rare Coral Color interior and a 283 ci engine. Nick belongs to the Blackhawk Chapter in northern Illinois and southeast Wisconsin. This picture was…
Eulogy for a Barbour by Judy Hills, RDC Triangle Chapter of ACBS It began and ended in New Bern, NC. Built by the once-renown Barbour Boat Works (probably in the late 1950’s), this vessel began her life with the elegant moniker of “Silver Clipper” which was a type of runabout. In your mind’s eye envision a…
The Antique and Classic Boat Society recognizes with appreciation the Tahoe Maritime Center – Museum and Gardens for their support as an Associate Member. The Tahoe Maritime Center is located in Tahoe City, California. They are also members of the Northern California/Lake Tahoe Chapter of ACBS. The Museum was the venue for the welcome reception…
Tidbits of news drift in for the website. Here are a few to be shared this week… The headline picture is of docks filled with gorgeous antique and classic boats. Not just a dream, but for real. The photo owned by Dave Bortner of Freedom Boat Service was taken at the 2015 ACBS International Boat…
Smith Mountain Lake Chapter is a very active ACBS chapter centered around one lake, where members live or visit. Smith Mountain Lake is located in south-central Virginia. This reservoir created in 1963 is nestled in a valley of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. Many classic boat owners were drawn to live near this lake. A high percentage…
The Les Cheneaux Islands, Michigan celebrated the best of 40 years at their 40th Annual Antique Wooden Boat Show & Festival of Arts. Past winners from the last 39 years were invited and many accepted the invite and returned. The weather cooperated and turned beautiful after a rainy Friday. Thank you, Allen Papendick, for sharing…
The Tuesday Tour of Vintage Boats is lead by Mollie, a 1932 Gar Wood owned by Nevin and Elizabeth Bryant of Coolin, ID. The photo was taken by Wes Yandt at the Big Sky Chapter’s Woody Weekend on Whitefish Lake in Montana. Check back in for tomorrow’s post which will showcase the “Best of…
Traverse City, Michigan’s Boats on the Boardwalk along the Boardman River is a destination tradition. Water Wonderland Chapter of ACBS sponsors this annual boat show which draws huge crowds of spectators and has also become the summer gathering place for old boat friends. Thank you to Water Wonderland chapter member Allen Papendick for sharing these great…