Category Archives: Yard

Posts from the Yard people regarding issues of safty, work parties etc

Parking is NOW available in Boat Yard area this week (Aug 6 – 9)

Posted on August 5, 2019 by Charlie Cook

UPDATE: The heavy equipment will not be coming this week (Aug 6 – 9) after all so park away this week. However, we’re waiting for a confirmation on next week (Aug 12-16). Also be aware that work on the Gallows … Continue reading →

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Freshet cleanup – Thank YOU

Posted on May 18, 2019 by Boyd Tucker

Some pictures say it all for freshet cleanup day …      

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Freshet 2019

Posted on April 8, 2019 by Boyd Tucker

Looks like water levels are starting to rise in the Saint John and KV areas. The end of the week looks like flood stage in accordance with RiverWatch NB. You can check updates to flood alerts at this link, which … Continue reading →

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Sail boat haulout

Posted on October 7, 2017 by Eric Phinney

I wanted to thank everyone who participated, for a very successful sailboat haul-out this past Sunday. 11 boats & masts hauled & in the yard by 5pm.This included waiting a couple hours for the last 3 to be moved, after … Continue reading →

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Rail Haulout

Posted on October 5, 2017 by Eric Phinney

Thank you to everyone for your help with the rail haul out this year. We had a few hiccups which slowed us down a bit but all and all it was a successful and most important accident free haul out. … Continue reading →

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Yard

Posted on September 25, 2017 by Eric Phinney

Sorry. This has just been changed to Thursday. Jimmy from loyalist (who Mark Kierstead uses to haul his trailer) is not available Thursday. Hello All, We will be moving some cradles around Thursday night, 5:30pm. Some will need to be … Continue reading →

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Work Party

Posted on November 14, 2016 by Eric Phinney

Hi Everyone, There are a few items to be cleaned up prior to winter so I’d like to have a short work party this Saturday to take care of them. Shouldn’t take any longer than a couple of hours. Below … Continue reading →

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Cancelation

Posted on September 26, 2016 by Eric Phinney

The work party on the rail system tonight has been cancelled and is not required to be rescheduled. The haul out will start at 8am Saturday morning and would appreciate any help on that day. Thanks, Jamie

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Crane day thanks

Posted on September 26, 2016 by Eric Phinney

Saturday’s sail-boat haul-out was a great success, with 5 boats & masts done in just over 2.5 hrs. This was possible because of the great help I had, both in numbers & the attitude of the people involved. I really … Continue reading →

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Quick Work Party

Posted on September 26, 2016 by Eric Phinney

Hi everyone, we need a small work party prior to haul out this Saturday. Looking at the forecast Monday evening may be our best choice. Items to be taken care of include replacement of two sections of rail and hacking … Continue reading →

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Calling all hands

Posted on September 21, 2016 by Eric Phinney

Hello everyone, please be advised that the rail system haul out will take place Saturday October 1st beginning at .8am. We will unfortunately have some manual lifting associated with the launch so any and all help would be appreciated. Hope … Continue reading →

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Please move your trailers

Posted on September 11, 2016 by Eric Phinney

Could folks with trailers please move them out of the yard or to the main parking lot no later than Wed, Sept 21 so we have access to sailboat cradles.

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Grinder

Posted on September 11, 2016 by Eric Phinney

Hello everyone, I’d like to get the cart from the rail system painted before haul it. It will involve some loose paint and rust removal prior to painting. I’m looking for two or three people with wire wheels on grinders … Continue reading →

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Launch Dates

Posted on February 22, 2016 by Eric Phinney

Launch dates have been determined by the yard: Sailboats on May 28 and powerboats on June 4th. Please make plans now to be present on the date that is relevant to you. You will need proof of insurance and to … Continue reading →

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Looking for something to do?

Posted on November 11, 2015 by Eric Phinney

There are a number of additional jobs that we can tackle at the work party on Saturday. Here are a few of them, in case you have some preferences. Remove Motor and Controls and other items from the “Arthur” We … Continue reading →

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