my 2 cents
We've been vacationing here for over 25 years. I remember seeing thousands of boats sized around 17-20 feet every time we went out, it seemed to be the norm. Seeing a 30 plus foot cruiser or a speed boat always caught your eye because it was only a few times a day. So when I bought our 21 footer I thought it would fit out needs, and for the most part it does! I have nothing against larger boats. I just can't afford anything larger then our 21 foot bowrider. 2 Saturdays ago there we were coming our of the Weirs channel, with around 50 boats in site, I was the smallest one! Headway speed I thought was 6 miles per hour. There are always a few clueless skippers in 30 plus boats going 15-20 mph within 50 feet all sides of me. Again, I have nothing against larger boats, I would just like to be able to make it from the Weirs channel to eagle island without getting swamped and fearing for my family's well being. When I'm boating, I always keep aware of smaller boats and either slow down or keep my distance, same with sailboats and shoreline for that matter. I would just like the same courtesy.
See you on the water
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