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Captain's Blog
Here you can find blog posts and articles written by Captain Peter Kane.
Captain Peter Kane is a biologist by profession and is a former adjunct lecturer from SUNY New Paltz.
He is an experienced mariner holding a 100 ton Masters License for both sail and power vessels.
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New to Boating?
Need to Refresh Your Knowledge?  Perhaps This Will Help  A Compilation of Articles  By Capt. Peter Kane                 ...
Capt. Peter Kane
Apr 750 min read
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Repairs, Repairs, Repairs
I often think about boat owners who either need or choose to have others perform maintenance and repairs on their vessels. It can be...
Capt. Peter Kane
Jan 312 min read
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Unraveling the Complexities of Marine Safety Education: Navigating the Unknown Waters with Professional Expertise
Marine safety education is a fundamental aspect of ensuring the well-being of individuals and the protection of marine environments. As...
Capt. Peter Kane
Jan 274 min read
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Rock Hall to Kingston
Osprey Marine is now the owner of a Symbol 42. She was located at a slip in Osprey Marina (must have been an omen), Rock Hall, Maryland....
Capt. Peter Kane
Jan 274 min read
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My World of Boating (a brief autobiography)
A few years ago, I started writing a book about my experiences on the water and my love for boating. This might interest some of my...
Capt. Peter Kane
Dec 9, 202499 min read
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Purchasing a Boat
This summer, I was invited to meet the new owners of a boat at my local marina. They had bought the vessel without a survey and were...
Capt. Peter Kane
Dec 7, 20243 min read
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Marine Safety - the VHF Radio
It always amazes me how few boaters have a fixed VHF radio aboard their vessel. In some cases a hand held radio is sufficient. If you...
Capt. Peter Kane
Aug 1, 20241 min read
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Safety at Sea Seminar The Storm Trysail Foundation
In January of this year I enrolled in a Safety at Sea Seminar sponsored by the Storm Trysail Foundation. I was informed about this...
Capt. Peter Kane
Feb 23, 20162 min read
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It's Not Just Sailing........
In any business, searching for new ideas to expand your venue is an essential part of growth. Many chartering businesses tend to remain...
Capt. Peter Kane
Sep 10, 20142 min read
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Please! Learn the Proper Protocol
The VHF radio found aboard most vessels is, by far, one of the most important assests a boat can have. The modern VHF radio includes...
Capt. Peter Kane
Jul 18, 20141 min read
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A Captains Responsibility
I will never forget the "miracle on the Hudson" when Captain "Sully" exemplified the role of a captain and leader. He acted not only in...
Capt. Peter Kane
Apr 28, 20141 min read
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Hudson History
The Hudson River offers a unique opportunity to not only sail and cruise its' waters but to view sites reminding of us of times past. ...
Capt. Peter Kane
Apr 28, 20141 min read
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