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Travels of The Rose 2018-04-25 10:06:00

By on April 25, 2018 in The Rose


4/25/2018

After 14 years, 5 round trips along the ICW between S Florida and RI, and approximately 16,000 miles we have reluctantly decided that it’s time for The Rose to be handled by folks, (me mostly) with more physical ability. She has been a central part of our life since that 1st day in Anchorage Marina, Baltimore, MD that has resulted in memories and friends that are close to our heart.


The Rose is now listed with Curtis Stokes & Associates where Joe & Kathy Pica will handle her from this point forward.


Here is the link to the listing at Yacht World.


http://www.yachtworld.com/boats/2000/Mirage-Great-Harbour-GH37-3201846/Warwick/RI/United-States?refSource=standard%20listing#.WuCzyS7wZdg

Early Splash

By on May 3, 2016 in The Rose

March 25, 2016We are back in our slip for the summer. Much earlier than usual, but circumstances dictate the schedule. Hap Miller our always dependable mechanic quickly has her ready and we move back aboard once the temperatures moderate a little and s…

Travels of The Rose 2015-10-09 13:11:00

By on October 9, 2015 in The Rose

October 9,2015We thought we were headed south this year, but it wasn’t in the cards. Typically we depart Narragansett Bay immediately after Labor Day. This year we were faced with upgrades to our navigation, AIS and a last minute adjustment to our sate…

Ready for Another Trip South

By on June 30, 2015 in The Rose
June 30, 2015

It’s been awhile since this blog was updated. Our routine has been just that, routine. She has wintered at Harbor Lights Marina and served us well as our waterfront home, summers at Brewer Greenwich Bay North all in Warwick, RI.

She is in excellent shape, and Hap Miller our trusty mechanic has helped us to make sure that all systems are like new. We are tentatively planning to cruise south to Florida this fall with a final destination of Melbourne, FL. Our insurance broker was able to negotiate an amendment to our existing policy that allows us to cruise to Florida, providing that we stay north of the GA-FL line prior to November 1st. He earned his commission and then some. A familiar refrain is; boaters’ plans are written in Jell-O, and the water isn’t even boiling yet. After 11 years we know this is very true, but we have an eye on the horizon anyway.
Stay tuned, this promises to be an epic trip since we are planning a cruise on the St. Johns’ River in Florida. That’s been on our list from day one so we’re hoping it finally happens.

The picture is The Rose at her slip after launch this spring. Wax and bottom by Jim Gelcoat and Todd.

                              

Fall Activities

By on October 11, 2013 in The Rose

October 11, 2013The days are getting shorter and cooler. We are busy with preparing for our drive to Florida and also making sure that The Rose is ready for the coming winter.In years past she has remained in the water, winterized with an agitator…

More summer fun

By on August 13, 2013 in The Rose

The Rose is meant to be enjoyed and again this year we have found time to enjoy the best RI and Narragansett Bay have to offer. Between family and friends we are quick to leave the dock and explore the inlets and islands that make up the area. Here are…

More summer fun

By on August 13, 2013 in The Rose

The Rose is meant to be enjoyed and again this year we have found time to enjoy the best RI and Narragansett Bay have to offer. Between family and friends we are quick to leave the dock and explore the inlets and islands that make up the area. Here are…

4th of July and haul out

By on July 10, 2013 in The Rose

July 4th, 2013 In years past we have docked in Bristol, RI for the week preceding the holiday. The Harbormaster’s office was a little disorganized this year and it appeared that slips were only available by reservation. Rather than take a chance, we …

4th of July and haul out

By on July 10, 2013 in The Rose

July 4th, 2013 In years past we have docked in Bristol, RI for the week preceding the holiday. The Harbormaster’s office was a little disorganized this year and it appeared that slips were only available by reservation. Rather than take a chance, we …

Summer 2012

By on March 8, 2013 in The Rose

Our routine for the past several summers has not varied a whole lot. The Rose spends the winter at Wharf Marina in the water. She is winterized, and snug in a slip with an agitator to make sure the water around the hull doesn’t freeze. We are well…