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CRUISING Mark Chew CRUISING Mark Chew

Don’t Be Scared, Just Be Careful

It seems to me that wooden boat owners, perhaps more than others seem to understand that rushing is not always good, and that good preparation provides rewards that aren’t available to those who stick to the shiny marinas springing up around our coasts.

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