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09-27-2020, 08:20 PM
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Guru
City: Jacksonville
Vessel Name: SONAS
Vessel Model: Grand Alaskan 53
Join Date: May 2014
Posts: 7,235
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A Suggestion.
I am in another cruiser group which uses a Port Captains process. Basically people who are will to help out when other members come into their area. They help out with information on the area, what facilities are available, best marinas, anchorages, sand bars, hauling and maintenance yards, etc. Plus are willing to shuttle folks to the stores or WM etc. if needs be.
Wondering if we should set up a sub forum with folks who would volunteer to be "Local Help" for others transiting the area.
We are in, when in town, for St Augustine through Fernandina and downtown Jax.
This is something we would find valuable in other areas, like the Miami area, SW Florida, Mid Atlantic, New England etc.
Thoughts?
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09-27-2020, 08:24 PM
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Guru
City: Powell River, BC
Vessel Name: Northern Spy
Vessel Model: Nordic Tug 26
Join Date: Feb 2012
Posts: 3,940
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I'd be up for that. I enjoy meeting other TFers when they pull in to Powell River.
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09-27-2020, 08:26 PM
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Guru
City: Jacksonville
Vessel Name: SONAS
Vessel Model: Grand Alaskan 53
Join Date: May 2014
Posts: 7,235
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Northern Spy
I'd be up for that. I enjoy meeting other TFers when they pull in to Powell River.
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For us that would be the pay back, the meeting and greeting.
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09-27-2020, 08:48 PM
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TF Site Team
City: Ex-Brisbane, (Australia), now Bribie Island, Qld
Vessel Name: Now boatless - sold 6/2018
Vessel Model: Had a Clipper (CHB) 34
Join Date: Jun 2008
Posts: 9,905
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I have brought this thread to mod attention for it to be considered. Sounds quite a good idea to me. 
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Pete
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09-28-2020, 03:23 PM
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Guru
City: Malmö
Vessel Name: ABsolutely FABulous
Vessel Model: Greenline 33 Hybrid (2010)
Join Date: Nov 2019
Posts: 1,328
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Sounds like an excellent idea!
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Scott
2010 Greenline 33' Hybrid
Home port: Malmö, SWEDEN
Currently in: Valletta, MALTA
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09-28-2020, 04:02 PM
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Guru
City: Stuart FL
Vessel Name: Lucky Lucky
Vessel Model: Pacific Mariner 65
Join Date: Aug 2013
Posts: 2,628
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I was once greeted by a Port Captain in Southport. He took me for propane and to the supermarket. He shopped with me because he “knew the store” and we were in and out quickly. And, I didn’t belong to his organization. The only reason he did the driving around was because I was uncomfortable driving his truck which was the first thing he offered me. This is a great idea for TF’ers.
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Howard
Lucky Lucky
Stuart, FL
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09-28-2020, 04:41 PM
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Guru
City: Southport, FL near Panama City
Vessel Name: FROLIC
Vessel Model: Mainship 30 Pilot II since 2015. GB-42 1986-2015. Former Unlimited Tonnage Master
Join Date: Oct 2007
Posts: 4,622
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We have been doing this for years and years here. We have had many loopers at our two open slips where we offer two 30-Amp shore service connections and water as well a rides to various stores. Never a dud amongst them.
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Rich Gano
FROLIC (2005 MainShip 30 Pilot II)
Panama City area
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09-28-2020, 05:28 PM
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Guru
City: Pahrump, NV
Vessel Name: Pairadice
Vessel Model: Sold Selene 47
Join Date: Jul 2014
Posts: 1,953
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This is how we met fellow TFer’s and other cruisers up north in BC, SE Alaska and Puget sound area. The hospitality from them was most appreciated and we tried to reciprocate in kind.
I hope the moderators can come up with a usable platform for all to use, Thanks for the suggestion Menzies!
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09-28-2020, 05:33 PM
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Guru
City: Rochester, NY
Vessel Name: Hour Glass
Vessel Model: Chris Craft 381 Catalina
Join Date: Aug 2019
Posts: 6,424
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I like this idea!
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09-28-2020, 06:08 PM
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Guru
City: Gig Harbor
Vessel Name: Kinship
Vessel Model: North Pacific 43
Join Date: May 2015
Posts: 9,045
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Northern Spy
I'd be up for that. I enjoy meeting other TFers when they pull in to Powell River.
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I still have a file titled "Mike's notes" from all the helpful information you gave me a few years ago when I went up your way for the first time. 
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09-28-2020, 06:36 PM
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Guru
City: Jacksonville
Vessel Name: SONAS
Vessel Model: Grand Alaskan 53
Join Date: May 2014
Posts: 7,235
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I have some thoughts on how this could be successfully structured within the forum infrastructure. Peter B, I'll send you a PM.
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09-29-2020, 12:48 PM
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Guru
City: Montgomery
Vessel Name: Choices
Vessel Model: 36 Grand Banks Europa
Join Date: Apr 2018
Posts: 725
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I'm in. But I pity anyone stopping in Beaumont.
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36 Grand Banks Europa
Montgomery, TX
Blog: "grandbankschoices"
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09-29-2020, 02:14 PM
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Guru
City: Aventura FL
Vessel Name: Kinja
Vessel Model: American Tug 34 #116 2008
Join Date: Oct 2017
Posts: 9,970
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I'm in. I have posted my phone number on the walls of various woman's bathroom. I guess no one needed my help.
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The meek will inherit the earth but, the brave will inherit the seas.
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09-29-2020, 02:59 PM
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Guru
City: Warwick RI
Vessel Name: Lollygag
Vessel Model: 34 Mainship Pilot Hardtop
Join Date: Aug 2016
Posts: 840
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I am in
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09-30-2020, 07:29 AM
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Senior Member
City: North NJ
Vessel Name: Bassey
Vessel Model: 17' Bass
Join Date: Aug 2016
Posts: 388
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I'm in while on land.
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09-30-2020, 09:10 AM
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Veteran Member
City: Phuket
Vessel Name: TeoraTera
Vessel Model: Selene 80
Join Date: Jan 2019
Posts: 92
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I am in for anyone cruising to Phuket, Thailand
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09-30-2020, 08:50 PM
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Guru
City: Beaufort, NC USA
Vessel Name: Sylphide
Vessel Model: Kingston Aluminum Yacht 44' Custom
Join Date: Aug 2014
Posts: 2,214
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Well I think that's a great idea!
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10-01-2020, 09:22 PM
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Newbie
City: Beaufort
Vessel Name: Turas
Vessel Model: 2023 Helmsman Trawlers 38e (Hull #48)
Join Date: Jul 2020
Posts: 3
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Fantastic idea...count me in.
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10-01-2020, 10:19 PM
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Guru
City: Boston Area
Join Date: Feb 2017
Posts: 2,441
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I used to belong to another group and when you join you give them your city. There is a US map with push pins for all the members. You can zoom in and see who is where.
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10-29-2020, 01:03 PM
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TF Site Team
City: Seneca Lake NY
Vessel Name: Bacchus
Vessel Model: MS 34 HT Trawler
Join Date: Nov 2014
Posts: 7,086
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TF Port Capt feature is now Live!
Due to the interest expressed the Site Team is pleased to announce the new TF Port Capt feature. 
Details and info on how to volunteer and search can be found at
https://www.trawlerforum.com/forums/...tml#post937684
Search results will obviously be limited until we get a number of members "Volunteering" and updating their profiles.
I have tested the search prior to posting and was successful in returning one (myself) result.
On behalf of the Site Team
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Don
2008 MS 34 HT Trawler
"Bacchus"
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