So, as it turns out, I am apparently a very bad Blogger. Only a few weeks into this and I am already behind on my posting. As every blogger, I am sure, has done, I promise to do better.
In our last post, we promised pictures of the "Keuka's" exterior work. The major change is in the canopy. Where the current fleet has a canvass canopy covering the helm stand, this boat is getting a hard top, steel canopy that goes forward to completely enclose the hatch leading into the cabin. We will add a windshield to better protect the Captain from, well, wind. There were some differences in opinion while this new design was being thought out, but I think we came up with a good compromise. There will still be plenty of airflow and "out-door-sy" feeling at the helm stand, but we will also be a little more weather-proof.
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| Framing for new windshield on Lockmaster "Keuka" |
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| New design offers more protection at the helm stand. |
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| New steel framing for hard-top canopy |
In other news…
The "Emita II" Came out of dry dock last week and the "Judge Ben Wiles" is launching as I type. The marina is getting into full swing, launching customer boats and polishing up the Lockmaster fleet. Our office is busy with some marketing projects, a reservations system upgrade and stocking up the gift shop for the season. Its definitely busy season at your friendly neighborhood tour boat company!
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| Leaving Dry Dock. Time to get this season started! |
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| Captain Dan Wiles maneuvers the "Emita II" out of dry-dock |
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| The "Judge" isn't hiding in the trees any longer |
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| Clear Tracks, ready for launch. The ice was, thankfully, kind to us this year. |
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| Now, if this doesn't make you want to take a boat ride... |
