Posts by Tim Henry
Why I Don’t Sail Yachts
The word 'yacht' has always bothered me. It’s simply too pretentious for my taste. When I go sailing, I don’t go to the yacht, I go to the boat, and there is a distinct difference.
More News That’s Not Terrible
Despite the slow, grinding boredom, fear and uncertainty, the world is still beautiful. We offer you some eye candy for your day.
State Will Impose High-Impact Waterfront Development
Soon, high-rise hotels, condos and the accoutrements of gentrification might not be just a possibility in waterfront cities, but a requirement.
Tall Ship ‘Pilgrim’ Sinks at Dock in Dana Point
The Dana Point-based tall ship Pilgrim, an iconic replica that has served as an education platform for hundreds of thousands of students, sank at her dock on Sunday. The cause is unknown. More »
Reconsidering Red, Right, Returning
It is a mnemonic that, once known, is impossible to forget. It is the simple expression of an important navigational concept: Red, right, returning.
Who Needs Some Good News?
Latitude Nation — We were going to publish some good news this morning, but unfortunately, it was canceled due to the ongoing pandemic.
We’re not sure when it’s appropriate to start making jokes and try to carve out some sliver of normalcy in our lives. More »
Coast Guard Removes Long-Grounded Boat from Hawaiian Shores
A boat that had gone aground on the Big Island of Hawaii more than a month ago has finally been removed, according to the Coast Guard.
On Tuesday, Coast Guard contractors stabilized the Midway Island, a 63-ft fishing vessel, which appeared to have some sails rigged up. More »
Is New Zealand Just California South?
You step into a big metal tube, it shakes around — not unlike a ride at Disneyland — they open the door, and besides all the people speaking with accents, the place you've arrived is not all that different from where you started.
Boat Drags Anchor, Goes onto Rocks in Mexico
On the night of February 27, the Bali 45 dragged her anchor and was driven onto the reef off Punta San Romualdo on the south side of the entrance to the bay.
Caption Contest(!)
Here's your March Caption Contest(!). Please be sure to check the April issue's Loose Lips for the winner.
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