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Annapolis, MD 21403
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Back Creek Blog
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From time to time, at least once a week, we will try to post something of interest, amusement, value, or just some random thoughts. Back Creek is where our own Selenes and visiting Selene owners find safe and convenient accommodations here in Annapolis. Your comments and ideas will be welcome! Just Contact Us with your questions, ideas, suggestions, rants, raves, whatever!
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Monday, 16 November 2009 23:11 |
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Plans of the new owners of Selene 57, Patience, got hung up in Annapolis, thanks to the dregs of Hurricane Ida. You all know about that one. Instead of departing for her new home port of Wrightsville Beach, NC on 11/11, she finally departed 11/14 and ran to Norfolk. The Great Bridge locks were damaged in the storm and down for the count. So, what does a great ocean-going boat do? On Sunday morning, 11/15 she headed out to the Atlantic Ocean, rounded Cape Hatteras and Cape Lookout, and some 33 hours later she arrived safely at her new home. The weatherman cut them a break; conditions were just fine, and so was the Selene. Interestingly, three larger gray-hulled trawlers decided to wait for the lock to be repaired. Huh? Congratulations to Paul and his son Jeff, and to our own Capt. John Dennison who joined the crew for the delivery. Like a Mill Pond!
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Monday, 09 November 2009 14:16 |
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Received today from an owner we were glad to help, just because he's a member of the Selene family: We were out cruising in the Florida keys last week, which are new cruising grounds for us. I started the generator under load, and lost any ability to transfer power from the generator to the 110 v system. Out came the schematics,but , despite my best abilities, I was unable to diagnose the problem. The generator was working well, and I was flipping this and that hoping for an easy fix, but, no luck. I called Selene Annapolis, and asked to speak with someone smart. John Dennison took the call. ( We had just seen John at the Lauderdale show. John was associated with Ted Hood and Portsmouth Marine, and had actually commissioned our boat several years ago. He's now with Selene Annapolis.) John gave us a differential diagnosis, and his consultation predicted the treatment, which was replacement of the main ac/dc breaker. Once done, healthy again. A public thank you, John. Rick A------ Recovery Room 40-12 |
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Thursday, 29 October 2009 18:49 |
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Jeanette and Walter Bliss have purchased Ja De Da, Selene 43 on the west coast and are preparing to ship it this way aboard Dockwise enroute its new home in Clear Lake, TX. She will be re-christened "Mele Kai." The sea trial and survey went exceptionally well - no surprise on such a well built and maintained yacht. Her former owner is to be commended for doing such a good job. John Dennison of Selene Annapolis joined the new owners in Anacortes, WA, for those important events. |
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The Perfect Storm - Part II |
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Thursday, 22 October 2009 11:02 |
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It's the weather, stupid! That's why about 50% of the folks who would have visited the Annapolis Power Boat Show this year stayed home. Two major low pressure systems lingering over the east gave us four days of classic Nor'easter - winds 20-30, temps in the low to mid 40s, and inches and inches of rain. With about 4 hours left in the show Sunday, the skies finally dried and brightened to the relief of everyone. Didn't stop Team Selene, though. As with many other participants in the show, we discovered that those hearty enough to visit were able to spend unrushed time aboard, engage in interesting and informative conversations, and move through the exhibits and boats without the usual long lines and crowded quarters. Eventually, many discovered that on Peaceful Too, the 53' Selene Trawler we presented in the show, the heat was working great. Andrea even occasionally took soaked gloves and socks from those boarded and ran them through the dryer. (I think we could have charged admission!) So, if you'd like to have some quiet time aboard a boat you're dreaming of at a show, pray for rain. Meanwhile, our Fall pre-configured packages for each of the Selene models - 38' to 66' - remain available for just another couple of weeks. For more information, Contact Us. |
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Tuesday, 06 October 2009 10:38 |
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TrawlerFest in Solomons, MD last weekend was just terrific. We had a chance to renew friendships with over 20 Selene owners, to meet again just a ton of visitors we have crossed paths with at other shows over the years, and to enjoy the friendly and respectful relationships developed with other dealers and the many companies represented at the show. Traffic was non-stop, the weather was perfect, and spirits were very high. Based on the conversations we had, there is little question there is confidence in the economy and demand for quality passagemakers is already solid. A highlight of the weekend was the award of the traditional "Peoples Choice" Tiffany crystal bowl to the Next Generation Selene 47, Holiday, our entry in this year's TrawlerFest. We could not agree more with the vote of over 1,600 attendees. The owners have conceived, and with us built, one of the most well laid out and equipped yachts we have ever been involved with. Congratulations! Next week - the Annapolis Power Boat Show - we are ready! |
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Thursday, 17 September 2009 12:40 |
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Selene 57 Andale passed to new owners 9/15. Paul and Jen will be familiarizing themsleves with her in Annapolis for a couple of months and then relocate to her permanent home in Wrightsville Beach. Congratulations, and welcome to the Selene family! |
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Quality navigation gear takes the stress out of new Selene delivery! |
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Friday, 04 September 2009 14:47 |
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On a recent delivery of a new Selene 47 from Norfolk, VA to Solomons, MD we took full advantage of the latest in navigation electronics arriving safely at our destination. 
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Monday, 24 August 2009 15:06 |
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Both Selene 60 Cronulla and Selene 55 Blue Grotto successfully ducked the full wrath of Hurricane Bill. Blue Grotto was snugly anchored in Princess Inlet near Lunenberg in Nova Scotia. The eye of the storm passed about 75 miles away, but high land and a carefully chosen spot to anchor kept them safe and sound. Cronulla was anchored up in coastal Maine, and fortunately far away from the excitement, though well prepared for it. |
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Friday, 21 August 2009 19:27 |
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Selene 55 Blue Grotto is snug in a hurricane hole in Nova Scotia, and Selene 60 Cronulla is likewise battening down the hatches in downeast Maine. Both vessels and crews are well prepared for the big blow coming in a matter of hours. We'll be thinking of them and wishing them well! |
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Wednesday, 05 August 2009 20:35 |
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Mike and Renee Curreri sent us this picture when their Selene 55, Blue Grotto, was getting a great boost surfing down the St. Lawrence River during this summer's Down East Circle Route. Somewhere down river from Quebec City - burning a whole 3.3 gph - they were clocking 16 mph! Now if I could only figure out what that is in knots . . . |
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