Stand Up Paddle Boards

Here's what may be a surprising bit of news/fact for lots of people:  stand up paddleboards (SUPs) are considered "vessels" when used other than in a designated swimming, bathing or surfing area and must follow the same U.S.Coast Guard (USCG) regulations as kayaks, canoes, or other water craft.  There could be a $65 fine for not having a proper life preserver and a whistle or other warning device with you, and if you're out on the water in the evening, you also must have a light.  Also, you need to follow navigation rules.  We want everyone to be safe on the pond this summer, and following these rules will help keep you safe.  Paddle boards are at risk when competing for space with high-powered ski boats and other motorized crafts, and it's not quite the same as, for instance, a sailboat having "right-of-way."  Click on the links above to be sure you know exactly what is expected of you when using a SUP, and remember, the rules are the same everywhere, whether on our small pond, Champlain, or at the ocean.  Here is more information on SUPs and how regulations are defined. 

While SUPs are great water toys for some people, there are others who have more traditional, but no less exciting and fun (for them) toys, or passions.  We knew it had to be something important to keep Ray Rouleau from attending JPA Annual Meeting, and this week we found out what it was:  this sweet little white MG parked in his driveway.  It's a newly acquired treasure, and Ray is thoroughly enjoying it - and why not!?  Pretty classy, and even though it has some years on it - it's a 1954 TF model - it shines like a new penny, and you just know Ray will keep it purring smoothly for years to come.  Way to go, Ray!