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Conch Cowder Recipe

Can you send me a good recipe for the great Conch Chowder we had at various places in the abacos.   We spend most of our time at Marsh harbor and Green Turtle for the past three weeks.  We just returned to Southwest Florida where we live.  Thanks to all for a wonderful time in the Abacos.

Stan & Audrey Kurczynski
e-mail:captain@ewol.com

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Bread Recipes

I have been to The Abacos many times, most recently having stayed at The Long Bay House on Green Turtle last August. 

Just last night, my nine year old daughter asked me if I knew how the various stores on Green Turtle baked their bread to be so sweet.  I told her I’d look into it, hence this e-mail.

Have you ever published a recipe for white bread from any of the stores.  I believe the place where we shopped most often was Sid’s (do I have the name right?), and the bread was truly wonderful.

Any assistance you can lend would be greatly appreciated.  Thanks!

Tom Mulvihill
Saint Louis, Missouri
e-mail:vantagepnt@aol.com

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Anyone Remember Grandparents in Treasure Cay

My name is Peter. I was wondering if anyone is still in Treasure-Cay that would remember my grandparents or myself. Their names were Perry and Marge Uman. They lived in Treasure Cay in the Royal Palm villas, then in a house on the Windward side. I remember people such as Charlie and Velma, Georgia Teague, Geoge LaTore, Jack Tupper?, and Everett, a local Bahamian. I was was just searching the web and came across your page. The times I there in the summer were probably the best times of my child-hood. From the people, to the fishing, to the beauty of the Island. My Grandparents had to move when my grandfather got sick. That place and the people will always be in my memories and hopefully I will return to fulfill my grandfathers wish. If you could possibly let me know if someone remembers my grandparents or myself.

Thanks,
Peter
e-mail:pbapete@greater.net

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September Weather

What is the weather like in September?  A group of us are planning our vacation for September, but do not want the rains to put a damper on things! Any info would be greatly appreciated.

Angie
e-mail:AngHolmes@aol.com

Angie, I assume you've read the section on Abaco's seasons on our weather page (there is a link above). We do have showers then, but usually nothing that goes on and on. The other point about our "tropical" season is that it is the best time to see Abaco as it actually is, it is the time when we have our fewest visitors and you can find real bargins in accomodations. It also means your group has to self entertaining, Abaco nightlife, never very vigorous, almost disappears and many of our tourist restaurants close to give the staff, and the owners, a break. But the stores, restaurants, etc. that serve the residents remain open, perhaps off the main tourist tracks, but open nonetheless.

That said, the "real Abaco", the sea, beaches, shells, boating, reefs, fishing, people, ... are all here for you to enjoy. I think your group would enjoy a visit in September.

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Stopping at Mangrove Cay with "Freckles"?

We plan to sail our 40' Caliber from Ft. Myers Beach, Florida to the Abacos for the first time starting around March 17.  Our boat will probably draw about 5' 6" when it is loaded for the trip.  We sail with our dog, Freckles, and she really likes to get off the boat once every 8 to 12 hours.  We plan to sail around the tip of Florida to Ft. Lauderdale, and then to West End.  We had planned to sail from West End to Walkers Cay via Indian Cay Channel, and then on to Walkers Cay, but we're a little concerned about the depths available in Indian Cay Channel, and the length of the trip to Walkers Cay.  How is the depth in Indian Cay Channel?  Are there places we could dinghy in at Mangrove Cay and Great Sale Cay with our dog to break up the trip?  Any other suggestions would be appreciated.

Don and Joan Calder
e-mail:Don_Calder@classic.msn.com

This one ought to get some opinions!

I'd do the Memory Rock passage, its not that far out of the way, unless you've got a high tide early in the morning, then I'd try the Indian Cay channel an hour before the high tide. As I recall, Mangrove Cay doesn't have much in the way of beaches, its really just mangroves! I'd just head for Sale Cay and ask your poor dog to cross its legs. I know its a long run, especially with an east wind (see the new wind roses off the oii.net weather page).

If I'm by a radio at 8:15 I'll also see if anyone on the Cruiser's Net has experience with dogs at Mangrove.

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Internet Access & a Home Swap

Our family has been vacationing in Hope Town every year for about 10 years and was lucky enough to be able to give the talk at the Methodist church last year in March. We are coming back in June with much more family (advanced warning). WE LOVE THE ABACOS! Question: I have ATT as my service provider, how can I get my email or get on the internet in Hopetown without long distance charges. Any ideas? Also, we have a beachfront condo in Daytona Beach we would like to trade for a week for a home? or boat? in Hope Town.

Fran Lasseter
e-mail:JFRAN@worldnet.att.net

If you're bringing your computer with the AT&T software on it, you should have no trouble if you switch your connection type to "TCP/IP Network" (that has to be an option in the AT&T setup somewhere) and then sign into the internet through BatelNet on some one's borrowed BatelNet account.

If you're not bringing your AT&T software, you'll need to learn how to check your AT&T mail with a standard e-mail client such as Netscape or Eudora BEFORE you come down. Also see Internet info.

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Abaco Sailing Charter in March

My family is charting a sailboat from Abaco Charter in March of 1998. As this is our first bare boat charter we are seeking information about the cost of food, etc from the local grocery store. Could you provide us some of the costs for basic staples as well as for local caught fish. Also any information about snorkling would be very helpful since we are introducing our son inlaw to the sport on this trip. Thanks for the info in advance, Chris Ford Volador@AOL.com

Chris Ford
e-mail:Volador@AOL.com

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Home Swap

We have a home on the Pasquotank River in Elizabeth City North Carolina and a house on the ocean in Nags Head North Carolina on the Outer Banks. Would like to do an exchange in spring of 1998. May consider other times

c. everett thompson
e-mail:ethompson@ecsu.campus.mci.net

If you're bringing your computer with the AT&T software on it, you should have no trouble if you switch your connection type to "TCP/IP Network" (that has to be an option in the AT&T setup somewhere) and then sign into the internet through BatelNet on some ones borrowed BatelNet account. If you're not bringing your AT&T software, you'll need to learn how to check your AT&T mail with a standard e-mail client such as Netscape or Eudora BEFORE you come down.

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Shuttle Launch & Solar Eclipse

A couple of noteworthy items for the site....

There will be a shuttle launch on Jan 22nd at about 7.48pm and there will be a partial solar eclipse visible from the Abaco's on 26 Feb at about 1.00pm. See... http://www.skypub.com/eclipses/s980226a.shtml for further details.

Justin
e-mail:justin@ics-vcr.comX

Justin, Thanks. We can see Cape Canaveral launches very well here on Abaco - the powered phase of the launches seem to go right overhead and launch debris: shrouds, booster parts, ... often wash up on the shore.

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What to Do in 3 Days?

Hello. My soon-to-be wife and I will be chartering a sailboat out of Marsh Harbor for three days in February. I don't expect this gives us much time to roam, so I'm hoping someone can give us some ideas on good snorkeling, secluded beaches, good bars (what's this Pete's I keep hearing about?) and anything else that might be fun for a couple of low-maintenance newlyweds. Also, we've cruised a bit, but if there's anything we need to bring to make an execellent honeymoon (be nice) I'd love the advice. Thanks for any help.

Bob Meagher
e-mail:Bob@PublicForumInstitute.com

If weather's fair I'd head for Baker's Bay on north end of Guana - less good weather, for Thahiti Beach and Elbow cay - really lousy, hole up on a mooring or dock in Hope Town Harbour or Man-O-War Cay. If the weather's good and you feel like a good day's sail up (up is south here) and a day's sail back, Little Harbour (Pete's Pub) is doable on a three day visit. Good picnic and snorkeling mid-way at Pelican Cay. - webmaster

Readers, Let's have some more ideas here!

And this came in - good stuff!

Bob,

Firstly, congratulations on choosing to start your married life celebrating in one of the nicest places on earth !

Secondly, I do have to disagree with our esteemed Webmaster because on a first visit to these lovely sailing grounds I think a trip up to Little Harbour (where Pete's Pub is located) would be really pushing it on a three day trip especially if you don't get settled into the boat until lunchtime on the first day.

Here is our suggestion for a relaxed honeymoon cruise in the Abaco's. Others will disagree I'm sure, but we have honeymooned there every year for the last 10 years on a charter boat. (Our suggestion assumes good weather).

Day 1: Do ALL your shopping for the next three days and move from the charter dock to an anchorage in Marsh Harbour off the Triple-J Marina. Watch the sun go down with some champagne. Set off just after dark in the dinghy (with a flashlight) for a pre-dinner drink at Sapodilly's and then head to Wally's or Mangoes for dinner. After a nightcap at the Tiki Hut or the Conch Inn (all tripping distance) - head back to the boat and do what ever you feel like. Early to sleep - you're both tired now.

Day 2: Bright and early, set off to the north and anchor off the gap between Scotland Cay and Guana Cay to explore the warm shallow water between the two islands. If you feel like lunch and one of their famous "Guana Grabber" drinks (three will finish you for the day !), head north to grap a temporary berth at the Guana Beach Resort's marina, otherwise continue north to anchor at Bakers Bay and take the dinghy ashore to explore the deserted beach on the other side of the island. It's pristine and if you see another person, make a note; their name may be "Friday" or they might be lost! Return to the boat an hour before sunset and batten down the hatches. This is a beautiful wild place but it has really bad bugs around sunset (see below). Spend the night gently rocking at anchor under a canopy of amazing stars.

Day 3: Again, rising early, head south for a straight sail to Hope Town, it will take about 2-3 hours. Explore the settlement and climb the historic lighthouse and wander the ocean beach. Buy your T-Shirts (next door to Cap'n Jacks) and then head back to Marsh Harbour (2 hours) to return your boat before sunset.

Sugestions:

Don't pack too much; what you wear on the plane, a spare shirt/blouse and underwear (for the trip back home) + two shorts/swimsuits, 2 t-shirts and toilet gear should be enough. Bring your own snorkling gear (rentals are expensive) and film.

Get some self-adhesive velcro tape and cut up the wedding dress into 24"x36" lengths ! - it makes great bug screens for the boats' hatches and companionways.

Don't even think of sailing or swimming after dark.

We hope this has been helpful - come back for longer next time.

Justin & Cheryl justin@ics-vcr.com

And Another

Pete's Pub is NOT an attraction I would put high on my list. I have been twice, once there was no food. Pete's is an open air, repeat, no walls, sorta medium size hut with vaulted roof. The floor is sand. Cooking is open air, as in outside. Expect bugs. I have never sailed into Little Harbour, always in a whaler, but NOT something to be done on a low tide or in low light conditions!! The attraction there IS the art museum with the bronze sculptures by the Johnsons. Unbelievably beautiful, and so out of the way, there is NOTHING else in Little Harbour as far as I know, no gas, no groceries, no nuttin!! My vote would be Guana, as one reply suggested. There are hammocks at the resort there to collapse in after conch fritters and goombay smashes around the pool. Nippers (bar with basic food) on the beach, has a great view of the ocean, and if the wind is from the south or west, snorkeling excellent there. Baker's Bay is great, and also a new restaurant and small inn near there, that makes a nice lunch stop. The first thing to do is to buy a cruiser's guide by Steve Dodge so you don't go aground anywhere and spend 6 hours of your three days waiting for tide to shift. I believe there are going to be some exceptionally low tides in February. The particulars of why I don't know, but there were some in early Jan when we were there and a foreign family was hopelessly stuck on the sand at the entrance to Hopetown, having tried to cut the corner too tight. So first rule, go to the extreme to stay in channels, every vacation we see someone aground somewhere, and wonder why on earth are they there????

personally, all my life in the Abaco's revolves around arriving at Vernon's Upper Crust Bakery in Hopetown around mid afternoon (3-ish) and asking when the bread will be out (NOT open on Sundays) diddle around in town, until about 10 minutes before predicted arrival of bread, then go in the IN door of Malone's grocery, ask the person behind the counter for 3 loaves of whatever bread they have, buy some liquid something (in the coolers at the back of the store, old fashioned, pull aside, look down in kind) pay, go out the OUT door, sniff bakery, wander up to liquour store, buy wine, go to either north or south beach depending on wind direction, consume two loaves of bread, one bottle of wine, and try and remember where you left your dinghy!!!!

BE flexible, be prepared for most any weather, have foul weather gear easily available on arrival. Trust the taxi drivers. Listen to the cruiser's net at 8:15 am on VHF 68, an absolute MUST> Also, lots of cruisers stand by on 68 so if you get in any trouble, like minor, or just need some advice I would try that.

Be sure and post a report when you get back!! --

Carol in Carolina cray@bellsouth.net

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Thanks to everyone who gave us information to make our honeymoon charter so successful.  In time, after we catch up at work, we are going to be posting a little "on-line" journal on the web to tell all our friends where we went & what we did.  I'll let you know when its up.  Thanks again! __________________ Bob & Robin Meagher

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Travel by Mailboat

In couple of old guidebooks I've seen references to a mailboat, and I'd love to go on one between islands. Do they still run to Abaco? To Cherokee Sound? Any info re the existence, schedule and cost, or a phone number/address, would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!!

Sign
e-mail:rosmith@mediaone.net

The mailboat system does still operate throughout the Bahamas with weekly service between Nassau and Abaco (but it dosen't stop at Cherokee any longer). And the mailboats do carry passengers quite reasonably.

The problem is that the system doesn't operate in the modern concept of "Time" and there is no central reservation system. (Now some would argue that that is NOT a problem.) You cannot depend on being able to get off a flight in Nassau, catching a cab to Potter's Cay and boarding the Mia Dean on Wednesday afternoon for the weekly Abaco run - even though the Mia Dean is scheduled to leave for Abaco each Wednesday evening. The boat may have sailed Tuesday, or will sail Friday, or may have gone to Long Island this week.

Otherwise...If one can accept this sort of system, adapt to the schedule as it exists, be prepared to layover here and there for a few days, or a week until the boat "reaches" - then one could have a delightful time cruising all over the Bahamas by mailboat

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Birding on Abaco

My husband Lane & I just returned home from a wonderful week birding and fishing in Abaco. Already we cannot wait to return.

My question is this. In the week of XMas a new Abaconian was delivered to Hope Town. There was an article about birding and a mention that there were now 6 or 7 birders certified by ?Bahamas Naturalist Trust? as being knowledgable as birding guides in the country. I could find no one around Hope Town that could tell me more about this. In Marsh Harbour, I met Debbie Patterson and also the whale watching folks, Diane and Ken. These folks were knowledgable about birds and Deb's brother Reg has written up a list of the birds of Abaco. I also talked to a winter resident of Elbow Cay, Bruce Wolck, who has published a list on the birds of Elbow Cay.

Mr Wolck indicated that there would be an effort organized to survey for the rare Kirtland's warbler in February. He said there was difficulty organizing someone to search in the Abacos's but that he would participate.

I would like to be put in touch with someone who can tell me more about these things. Can you give me an idea whom to contact for more information? Thanks for any help you can provide!

Carol Foil
1180 Stanford Ave
Baton Rouge LA 70808
e-mail:foil@vt8200.vetmed.lsu.edu

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Power Boat Rentals

I was wondering if anyone in the Abacos rents power boats in the 28-38 ft. range that can be lived aboard for a week or so. I found one place that had sailboats and one larger trawler, but no other livaboard powerboats. My wife and I visited there before when we had a boat in Florida, but we live inland now and no longer have a boat.

Thanks.

Carl Kolek
e-mail:ckolek@ix.netcom.com

Carl,

There is bad news but also good news.

The bad news is that there are very few true power boat rentals here on Abaco. Why is a long story.

But the good news is that the new breeds of charter sailboats, especially the catamarans, should fill your needs splendidly. When one talks cruising powerboats I think: light, comfort, stability, go anytime/anywhere power, and room. These new cats are really incredible in those categories, you can sail a bit if you want but I see lots folks who just power around on those twin diesels and are having a wonderful time.

-webmaster

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Alan and Nicky Ambrose

does anyone have a current address for alan and nicky ambrose who used to work at the moorings? they moved to tortola and worked for the moorings, but i understand that they are now captaining a charter boat. any help(email address or snail mail address, or news) would be helpful. we want to send them a christmas card, and see how they are doing. also hello to all our friends at the moorings and rmhyc. business has kept us away this winter, but we plan to be down sometime soon. merry christmas to all.

jay and gracia madden
s/v incommunicado
e-mail:sailman.abaco@worldnet.att.net

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Christmas Closings

Please review the usual closing schedule in Marsh Harbour and Hopetown for Christmas, Boxing Day etc. As we are arriving on the 27th, I think that for instance, Vernon's and Golden Harvest will not have been open for two days and then closed again on Sunday. Am I correct?? Also, what is open and closed on New Year's day?? Is there a Junkanoo scheduled for Hopetown on New Year's Eve?? Do we need reservations for any special lunches, dinners, brunches one can think of?? Please have lovely weather commencing on the 27th.

Carol in Carolina

Carol, The Abaco merchants are more aware of visitors needs than in the past. The general plan is for closings only on Christmas and New Year's Day. But on the smaller Cays the stores may open for an hour or two on even those days just in case one needs some last minute supplies. The usual New Year's Eve Junkanoo is scheduled for Hope Town beginning at the Harbour's Edge Restaurant. I think you'll have time to get in all the doings you wish, just remember to bring proper gowns and a tux ;-). We often have our best weather between Christmas and New Years, we certainly did last year - keep your fingers crossed.

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White Sound

Joe McAneney here from Florida. I used to know a guy named BILLY GATES who lived just north of White Sound, on the ocean. Lost contact since the mid eighties. I used to take surfing/ diving vacations there in White Sound. Now with the www's help I have been able to research alot, but havent been able to locate my friend, whom I'd like to visit. Can you help? We are interested in coming around Easter (spring break)

Joe McAneney (FIRST TEAM indicas)
111 Estrella rd., Melbourne Beach, Fl.32951
(407)728-8787
e-mail:tincanjets@worldnet.att.net

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Phones?

Dear Webmaster, I am sooo excited you are back up and running, cause we are coming back. Can smell the ocean already!! Anyway, we are bringing some friends, BUT a business complication has developed, and they will need some reliable access to phone service (ie NOT the phone in the booth outside Vernon's). (Phone service?? I thought we went there to get AWAY from that!!) Anyway, I remember hearing some people had luck with their rechargable cellular phones on I believe the "A" band. Anyone knowledgable about this?? Obviously, price becomes no object. Anyone with experience with this? I get all the news I need on the Cruiser's net, just wish I could hear Silbert up here in North Carolina!!

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Carol in Carolina ***********************************************
Dates on calendar are closer than they appear!* ***********************************************
e-mail: cray@bellsouth.net

Carol,

Cellular phone service is available throughout Abaco via the BaTelCo facilities ("B" Band). The incoming number to reach cell phones roaming here is (242) 359-ROAM, (242) 359-7626. After you dial in you'll immediately get a second dial tone, then dial the area code and phone number of the cellular phone you're calling. Your Stateside cell service MUST have a reciprocal aggreement with BaTelCo, check that out BEFORE you come down.
BTW there are now even places with phones in the room on Abaco!! (But not yet on Elbow Cay). You can also purchase BatelCo debit cards, $5, $10, $20, that give you normal DDD rates for international calls, cheaper than using phone company charge cards here. You can get these at any BaTelCo office and some of the shops and clubs. US, etc. prepaid phone cards do not work here, in fact almost all 800 numbers don't work ouside US/Canada.

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Yacht Harborage

I would like to move my yacht (45') from Tampa to the Abacos for an extended stay. I would not be living aboard, but visiting every several weeks and staying on board. I prefer an upscale marina environment. Where do you suggest? Also, how long can you leave a U.S. registered vessel in the Bahamas?

Mike Siewruk
58 Bahama Circle
Tampa FL 33606
813-299-0999, ext 108
e-mail:siewruk@ix.netcom.com

Mike,

We'll see what others may say. But you cannot miss here on Abaco. Just come on over, we've dockage of all types, from Florida style marinas with dual 200amp electicity for mega yachts to family run docks with home baked bread and coffee cake each morning. Whatever you prefer you'll find it here.

Pleasure boats can stay 1 year on an initial Cruising Permit, renew for 2nd year for $500 or pay modest duty and register in Bahamas (you can keep your US registration also if you wish)
- webmaster

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WILL SAIL FOR FOOD

MY NAME IS CAPT. SAL MANCINO I HOLD A 100 TON MASTERS LICENSE W/SAIL TICKET. I CRUISED THE ABACOS ON MY HONEYMOON AND FEEL IN LOVE W/YOUR ISLAND (AND MY WIFE TOO). I WOULD CONSIDER CAPTAIN OR CREW ON A BLOW BOAT ANYTIME, FOR ANY LENGTH OF TIME. I HAVE CREDENTIALS AND REFERENCES, CONTACT:CAPT SAL MANCINO 371 SO. WINBROW DR SEBASTIAN, FL 32958 561.589.7588

CAPT SAL MANCINO
e-mail:FISH-TREMBLE@worldnet.att.net

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Abaco history

My family has enjoyed visiting the Abacos each year since '87. As a native of N.C. I feel a bond with the original settlers of the Abacos.

I have a daughter who is a junior in college and has recently changed to an Anthropology major. She has an interest in the islands and I wondered if anyone could help me find a source for information or research on the indians that were living in the Abacos and surrounding islands prior to the white man. I have heard that there were basically 2 tribes. One was cannibal and the other ended up as food. Any help you may give me will be appreciated.

Harry Wetmore
e-mail:hwetmore@natspin.com

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Lookin for a home!!

HELP.....i'm in search of a building lot or small home in abaco, dosent matter if it is on the water! marsh harbour area preferred. looking to buy a.s.a.p want to be closer to my family! thank you

Kris Gillies
e-mail: kgillies@cgocable.net

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Curtis Family

My ancestor, William Curtis, a Loyalist from New York, was given land in the Abacos, Bahamas. Not too long after his arrival, his son, also,named William Curtis was born. Shortly thereafter, the father, William Curtis died. Where would I find a record of his estate, as English law was very specific on this. and, were there early records of Baptisms kept--that early--late 1700's? After the death of the father, Wm. Curtis., his wife returned to N.Y. City with their young son. Please contact me with any ideas of yours on where I might obtain further information at my regular e-mail address: ealboyer@juno.com. Thank you.

Ann Boyer
e-mail:ealboyer@juno.com

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Home Swap

We are interested in a home exchange with someone in Hope Town. We have a 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath, 3300 sq ft two story contemporary home in beautiful and historic Charleston, South Carolina. We have an 8 year old daughter Amanda and 18 year old son Jason. We live in a very nice subdivison that is convenient to all shopping, malls, downtown, airport, restaurants, beaches, schools and entertainment. We would consider both short term (1 or 2 weeks) and long term in the spring, summer or fall. We would like to exchange with someone who has a similarly sized home. We would consider including a vehicle and/or boat in exchange for a vehicle (golf cart is OK) and/or boat. No pets at our house please. We could talk about us caring for yours. Thanks.

Randy & Cloice Beckett
9 Family Circle Charleston,
SC 29407 USA
803.571.1196 voice
803.571.7968 fax
e-mail:Janson-Beckett@classic.msn.com

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Soda?

Anybody know the name of the great soda pop that was available from nassau to the exumas but not the stuff made by pepsi (junkanoo?).My wife and I became addicted to it and since we are sailing down again its been bugging me. thanks mjs

martin silverstein
e-mail: msilvery@worldnet.att.net

I think you are thinking of drinking "Goombay Smash". Never tried it myself - always prefer something cheaper - like rum !

Justin
justin@ics-vcr.com

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Crew for Cruising?

depthfinder,

I am looking for service or web site that will help me find someone interested in being a cruising companion on my Tayana '37 sailing vessel in the Bahamas and/or Florida this winter. Can you suggest a service or web site that would help in my search? Thanks for your help.

Bill Shaw
e-mail:ctipton987@aol.com

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El Niño?

any knowledge about affects of el nino on Abaco weather between january and may?

we'd sure be interested as we would like to come down for a month but don't relish sitting in an expensive cottage watching the rain come down. we can do just fine here in the Pacific Northwest for a lot less trouble and money.

we were thinking of rescheduling from january to march.

we've seen the predictions for Florida but were hoping that it might be better on the other side of the gulf stream.

would appreciate any information or information sources you might have.

thanks,

Peter Rodgers
peterodgers@humanoid.net = e-mail
(503) 244-9702 =fax

Peter,

Don't let percentage rain forecasts bother you. Since our Jan-April rain is almost nil (the cisterns on the cays can run dry) even a 100% rain increase would be a literal drop in the bucket. We get about as much rain in June as Jan-May combined and lots of us enjoy June. Don't think you need to worry. - webmaster

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Crew for Cruising?

depthfinder,

I am looking for service or web site that will help me find someone interested in being a cruising companion on my Tayana '37 sailing vessel in the Bahamas and/or Florida this winter. Can you suggest a service or web site that would help in my search? Thanks for your help.

Bill Shaw
e-mail:ctipton987@aol.com

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Grocery Shopping on Abaco

We love coming to Abaco,and will return for a short visit in Nov. To save some time and money, we do some of our own cooking. Buying groceries in Marsh Harbor can be expensive. We wonder how local residents manage to avoid the high prices. I realize that a lot of food must be shipped in from Nassau or the US, and the cost has to be passed on. Still, local people must be creative enough to shop and keep prices down. Any suggestions?

Joe Reed
joereed@bellatlantic.net

Joe,

There is a short piece that partially addresses this subject on Provisioning for Abaco . Another point on the costs here is that by US standards all of Abaco, around 15,000 people, is an extremely small market. Single supermarkets in the States serve markets of this size in their immediate neighborhoods. Economies of scale just can't apply here. - webmaster.

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