MELODEON: Back At It

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July 25th 2016

Published: July 25th 2016

In the past month Melodeon has been to the 'boat spa' to have her under-parts spiffed up (ground, scraped, pressure washed, osphoed, epoxied and painted) by a dedicated team of volunteers. At the same time all systems except sails have been reviewed and renewed. After a four year hiatus on the hard we are thrilled to say she's in great shape. Apparently R&R in the company of proper lobster boats a... Read Full Entry

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Chris, Frank and

MELODEON

With a crew of 3, Frank, Chris and Ginger Bear, MELODEON left Fraser Park Marina in Trenton, Ontario, Canada in 2009. Like many aquatic snowbirds heading south, MELODEON voyaged through the Erie Canal, the Hudson River, the Atlantic ocean and the Intercoastal Waterway until reaching sunnier shores in Florida and the Bahamas . 2011-12 is MELODEON's third cruising season, with the last two trips spent lingering in the sparkling waters and peaceful havens of Grand Bahama Island.... full info

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25th July 2016

Dorothy
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On the Water Again (sung to the tune of On the Road Again)
Melodeon is looking really good after all of the work you and your volunteers put into her. I'm looking forward to following your blog.

25th July 2016

MELODEON
Chris, Frank and

Thanks Dorothy
Looking forward to seeing your cameo appearance here! ; ))

25th July 2016

byron thompson
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melodeon and murry canal drop in first swim and it flooted above and on water first time in its life time that i new
as melodeon went swimming in the murry canal is my first vision of franks hard work and all his efferts off work and tyoil and scronge parts and material reminds me of the day frank and I went to the scrap yard in Florida and frank had real sore foot. North Carolina vero beach. It was a great experience for me and lea.

25th July 2016

MELODEON
Chris, Frank and

Byron, thanks!
I remember you being there supporting Frank with tremendous help always, with trailers and cradles and you name it. Hope you can come for a good sail soon.

25th July 2016

Mike Moore
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BZ (Bravo Zulu) or in english Well Done
It is great to see you back at it. I certainly have some great memories of earlier days in Trenton. Good Sailing, Mike

26th July 2016

MELODEON
Chris, Frank and

Ahoy Mike
Your blessings are always cherished! We look forward to catching up with you 2 on your next visit! xoxo

26th July 2016

Jude
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Bravo!
So glad to read the good news.Looking forward to seeing you this summer and hearing of this renewed plunge into maritime adventure.Does absence really make the heart grow fonder?

26th July 2016

MELODEON
Chris, Frank and

Hello Jude
Glad to hear from you. That's a loaded question! LOL Good times ahead, one way or t'other!

27th July 2016

Linda Sheppard
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You are both so brave!
I can't wait to see this new adventure pan out. I'm following your blog to find out.

30th July 2016

MELODEON
Chris, Frank and

Linda
I believe we're all brave/irresponsible in our own ways but some just don't blog about it! LOL always glad of your support! xoox

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