Was it Jimmy Buffet who said... It’s always 5 o’clock somewhere...Is it 5 o'clock yet?
It’s 9:43 here.... Mimosa time...
Was it Jimmy Buffet who said... It’s always 5 o’clock somewhere...Is it 5 o'clock yet?
A usually fruit forward bottle of enjoyment. Medium Tannins, should go well with a moderately spiced gumbo.merlot
Astonishing. What next, the rise of virtual flagellants as a response to the contagion?The port of San Diego just prohibited recreational boating.
This is happening in other areas. The state of Maryland recently prohibited recreational boating. It was a response to boats rafting up and partying, people hanging around launch ramps and marinas, and not wanting to strain the enforcement resources on the water. They did include an exception, those engaged in fishing for sustenance can boat. I hear there's been a run on fishing licenses and fishing equipment by sailors in Maryland. (Ok, I made that last part up, but when there's a rule there's always a way around it. )The port of San Diego just prohibited recreational boating.
. (Ok, I made that last part up, but when there's a rule there's always a way around it. )
Then either the states (Governor Pritzker of Illinois likes to blame Trump) or the Federal government (people didn’t like it when Trump closed the borders) should impose martial law and lock down all travel and recreation. But that will not happen, as people need to buy food and medicine, and in general have some semblance of a normal life. The economy is already in a tail spin...imposing martial law will only make that worse.there is a pandemic going on. that is 100% real!!!
i was the number 1 math student in my class in high school. won the awards etc etc ...... i'm 100% not sailing this season on the great lakes.
i'm 100% staying out of the way of those who are trying to keep society from collapse. food and shelter are all i require. being that i don't control these two simple needs. i'm 100% staying out of the way of those people that are trying to help me with my two simple needs. the local police do not need to worry about me on the water. they don't need me on the streets in the way of an emergency run. i hope the farmers farm. i hope the water gets pumped to my house, i hope the electricity stays on.
i 100% disagree with those that claim their odds for them to play on their toys is valid. this is a PANDEMIC, that i'm a 100% sure of.
i like you guys. i like sharing our points of view. i think (just my $0.02) that my going out on the highways and byways and waterways for selfish pleasures is counterproductive.
i'm more scared of roaming hoards of hungry people than than worrying then if i can play with my toys.
i hope and pray i'm wrong, 100% wrong
The Maryland order restricts recreational boating, however, it allows for fishing for sustenance. No reason you can troll with your sailboat. Get a license, rod and reel, and go sailing. Just be sure to put a line in the water. Where there is a will, there is a way.Jon, I get your point that it is irresponsible to do anything that risks increasing the spread, or takes away from the response efforts. But if I could go for a day sail (which I can’t because I live in Maryland), I would do that without fear that it would have some adverse effect. Grocers will stock their shelves just as effectively whether I’m sitting with my family in my house or in my boat. Healthcare professionals will not be any more burdened whether I’m sailing or mowing my lawn. The only way being on the boat is any different is the small chance that I would need some kind of emergency assistance, but the likelihood of that, looking historically at how often it happens, is pretty small. Even smaller is the likelihood that I need help, and am asymptomatic, and get close enough to a responder to possibly infect them.
I agree with KG - I’m sure the Maryland DNR is looking at the possibility of raft ups and other social gatherings that they may not have the resources to break up. So the only position they can take is to stop any recreational boating so there’s no way for people to get out at all. They probably know it’s a broad brush, but it’s the only one they have. That doesn’t mean sailing alone or with my family would be irresponsible, it just means they can’t allow it with the enforcement structure they have.
I’ll abide by their interpretation of the state’s order as long as it’s in place, but as soon as it’s relaxed you’ll find me out sailing.
@jon hansen I respect your feelings and opinion. Let's not forget there are 2 risks we are talking about, the risk of becoming infected and the risk of transmitting the infection. If we work to reduce the chance of getting the infection, we necessarily reduce the risk of transmission.there is a pandemic going on. that is 100% real!!!
i was the number 1 math student in my class in high school. won the awards etc etc ...... i'm 100% not sailing this season on the great lakes.
i'm 100% staying out of the way of those who are trying to keep society from collapse. food and shelter are all i require. being that i don't control these two simple needs. i'm 100% staying out of the way of those people that are trying to help me with my two simple needs. the local police do not need to worry about me on the water. they don't need me on the streets in the way of an emergency run. i hope the farmers farm. i hope the water gets pumped to my house, i hope the electricity stays on.
i 100% disagree with those that claim their odds for them to play on their toys is valid. this is a PANDEMIC, that i'm a 100% sure of.
i like you guys. i like sharing our points of view. i think (just my $0.02) that my going out on the highways and byways and waterways for selfish pleasures is counterproductive.
i'm more scared of roaming hoards of hungry people than than worrying then if i can play with my toys.
i hope and pray i'm wrong, 100% wrong