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Forum: Boating 02-09-2024, 09:58 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,721
Posted By Breakwater
Electronis Switch

Looks like the wireless ones are acceptable in the definition of Engine cut off switch.

Marinas will start making some $$$ on those installs!

I just looked it up and an amendment shows trolling...
Forum: Boating 10-23-2023, 01:34 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,614
Posted By Breakwater
Registration Facts

The DMV is mailing 2024 renewals 3000 per day to last year's registration holders. The state and town locations have all been sent their 2024 decals and should be prepared to renew at this time.
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Forum: Boating 09-25-2023, 08:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,538
Posted By Breakwater
Chaseisland

A cop donut joke...how original!
Forum: Restaurant Information & Reviews 08-02-2023, 12:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,949
Posted By Breakwater
C- for the DOX on Winnisquam

Visited the DOX for the first time this week with mixed feelings. My wife and I arrived to a full parking lot. We found the bar side of the restaurant full so we sat in the dining area. The room is...
Forum: General Discussion 05-15-2017, 09:44 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 27,769
Posted By Breakwater
Moaning and Groaning

SP...your issue seems to be with the Fish and Game Dept not Marine Patrol. Not sure why your grumpy...your home state charges the same ($63 vs $64) for a non-resident fishing license! The derby fee...
Forum: General Discussion 10-10-2016, 02:56 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 146,099
Posted By Breakwater
Law change raided the fund!

Dave Barrett had over $3 million saved in the non-lapsing Navigation Safety Fund after saving for many years. Under house speaker Bill O'Brien the legislature passed a law making the fund lapsing,...
Forum: General Discussion 07-17-2016, 08:37 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 146,099
Posted By Breakwater
Why a waste?

Care to explain why this is a waste? Or just an opinion? As someone that looks at this building all season long, I am grateful for the state's approach to its construction. It "fits" the lake and is...
Forum: General Discussion 04-25-2016, 09:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,952
Posted By Breakwater
Shakedown

I doubt they will have one. They haven't had a shakedown cruise the last couple of years. It had been the first Monday in May...if my old memory serves me well!
Forum: General Discussion 12-20-2015, 12:00 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 146,099
Posted By Breakwater
Different Departments

Respectfully you are not correct at all. The Fish & Game Dept. purchased Downing's Landing and will some day renovate I'm sure. Keep in mind that project will be funded by the $5 "public access"...
Forum: General Discussion 08-18-2015, 08:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,262
Posted By Breakwater
The End of an Era

Took these pictures of the former Marine Patrol building tonight. A very clean job being performed by the demolition team. If you get a chance to watch them in action, it's quite a sight!
Forum: General Issues 02-04-2015, 10:35 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 92,874
Posted By Breakwater
Descant-Closer Inspection...House Bill 2 (HB2) 2011

224:220 Navigation Safety Fund. Amend RSA 270-E:6-a to read as follows:

270-E:6-a Navigation Safety Fund. There is established the navigation safety fund which shall be [nonlapsing and]...
Forum: General Discussion 01-03-2015, 09:58 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,824
Posted By Breakwater
Not just the $5

The towns not only get the $5. they also get the boat fees. The state only gets the registration fee as listed below unless they are the agent.

270-E:5 Registration Fees. –
I. The...
Forum: General Discussion 01-03-2015, 07:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,824
Posted By Breakwater
Register with the State-money stays on the water

I know some of you prefer to register your boat at Town Hall or at your local marina. I will be registering through the mail or at a state facility so I know my money stays on the lake.

I know...
Forum: General Issues 12-29-2014, 11:16 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 92,874
Posted By Breakwater
Funding Source

Just a clarification for anyone thinking their tax dollars are paying for the new Marine Patrol building. According to the Governor and Council approval, funding is from the Navigational Safety Fund....
Forum: Boating 10-04-2014, 08:51 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,353
Posted By Breakwater
Renewals Only

The registration by mail is for renewals only.

Any new reg or transfers must be done at a DMV substation, Marine Patrol or a marina.

Remember...the bow number stays with the boat for as long as...
Forum: General Discussion 06-08-2014, 01:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,035
Posted By Breakwater
Contigiani's Catering in Laconia

Can't beat them for their food, service, portions, and elegance. Island service too!
Forum: General Discussion 04-10-2014, 08:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,958
Posted By Breakwater
26" Yesterday

Walked out and chopped a hole between Glendale and Welch yesterday...still 26" of good ice. Brought a chisel instead of the auger-Big Mistake!! Shoulders are feeling it today-
Forum: General Discussion 03-16-2014, 10:43 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 12,585
Posted By Breakwater
Amphibious Ice Rescue Vehicle...see it before buying

I saw this thing in action in Glendale this winter. Watched them one afternoon and its not that impressive. Watched the sole operator have to get in the water several times when ice was thin because...
Forum: Boating 02-07-2014, 11:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,266
Posted By Breakwater
Law Change last year...

CHAPTER 266
EQUIPMENT OF VEHICLES


Inspections


Section 266:1-b
266:1-b Inspection of Trailers, Exemptions. –
I. Notwithstanding any law or rule to the contrary, trailers of...
Forum: General Discussion 06-29-2013, 05:40 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,978
Posted By Breakwater
Wild Blueberries!

Don't fall for any cultivated blueberries...these are often found in the markets and at some farm stands. For the real experience...take some time and pick them along the shoreline or find a farm...
Forum: General Discussion 10-27-2011, 08:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,966
Posted By Breakwater
Marine Patrol Escort

This is a picture of Director Barrett's last ride on Winnipesaukee. A very impressive sight!
Forum: Boating Issues 08-25-2011, 08:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 13,867
Posted By Breakwater
Barber's Pole "No Wake Zone" denied

Dept. of Safety denied NWZ at Barber's Pole today. Interesting decision/order.


http://www.nh.gov/safety/divisions/hearings/compendium/watercraft/index.html
Forum: Boating 08-25-2011, 06:21 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 20,490
Posted By Breakwater
The depth of water under your boat at the dock is...

The depth of water under your boat at the dock is something to carefully consider. 2-3 feet of water depth at a dock is ok until you begin to experience true 6-8 foot waves. The trough of a wave that...
Forum: Boating 08-07-2011, 08:27 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,938
Posted By Breakwater
#1 cause of accidents in NH

More personal injury accidents are attributed to tubing than any other type of accident in NH over the years. Discovered that when researching accident data as it related to speeds.

#1 type of...
Forum: General Discussion 08-02-2011, 08:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,166
Posted By Breakwater
Capt of the Belle knows the lake!

My guess the Captain that evening was Captain Howard. He knows the lake better than anyone ever has...period. Knows where the "Belle" can go and where she can't. He takes pride in bringing her to...
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