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Bedford Institute of Oceanography

Dartmouth, N. S.

Internal Note 66-3

THE NATIONAL.BOAT SHOW NEW YORK CITY

January, 1966

by

L. P. Murdock

This note does not represent the view of the Bedford Institute or even necessarily the final view of the Author. It may not be quoted or used as a basis for policy or decisions, except as specified by the Author. Circulation is the Authorvs responsibility. PREFACE

This was the first occasion on which Canadian Nautical Charts had been exhibited at the New York Boat Show. Judging by the interest shown by the public, it should lead to an expanded sale of charts and may have opened the eyes of many to the facilities available for holidays in Canadian waters.

The following notes have been compiled as a guide to those attend- ing in the future, both as to the primary interests of the visitors and the additional background knowledge which should be acquired in order to cope with the wide range of questions asked.

Those involved in this type of show must not only reflect a good image of the Canadian Hydrographic Service, but must also be prepared to make a worthwhile contribution to further the interests of Canada. TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page Number

THE NATIONAL BOAT SHOW 1

COMM ON THE TRIP TO NEW YORK CITY 5

COMMENTS ON TRAVEL REGULATIONS 6

Appendices Appendix Number CANADA — BOATBUILEER TO THE WORLD 1 CANADIAN HYDROGRAPHIC SERVICE 2 INDUSTRIAL SHIPPING COMPANY LIMITED 3 GRAMPIAN MARINE LTD. 4 ALUMINUM BOATS AND CANOES INC. 5 TECHNICAL ENTERPRISES LIMITED 6 DARON INDUSTRIES LIMITED 7 CANADIAN SAIICRAFT COMPANY 8 CLARKCRAFT INDUSTRIES LTD. 9 DOLPHIN CRAFT OF CANADA 10 AQUAFON ENR. 32 BLUEWATER SAILCRAFT COMPANY 12 WATER SPYDER MARINE LIMITED 13 BRYDON BRASS MFG. CO. 14 MARINE PRODUCTS COMPANY 15

NOTE: Information contained in the Appendices of this Note was distrib- uted by the Department of Trade and Commerce in the form of Press Releases. THE NATIONAL BOAT SHM

The National Boat Shaw, held annually in New York City, New York, U. S. A., is one of the largest international shows of its kind. This year the show was held in the New York Coliseum from January 12 to January 23, inclusive. Over four hundred exhibitors participated in this show and for the first time Canada entered a large exhibit spon- sored by the Department of Trade and Commerce.

The Canadian Exhibit consisted of thirteen commercial firms and the Canadian Hydrographic Service. These commercial firms are all relatively small companies which have never displayed their products at the New York Show. The Department of Trade and Commerce felt that by sponsoring and assisting these companies in a show such as this, they would then be in a better position to break into the large and highly competitive American boating market. From sales orders received by these Canadian firms, it would appear that the show was a complete success from their point of view,

For a list of the Canadian companies involved, please refer to the Appendices at the conclusion of this report. In addition to the thirteen firms sponsored by the Government, a number of well known Canadian com- panies in the boating field, such as Sheppard Boats and Acadia Gas Engines, had separate exhibits. These particular firms have been participants in this show for a number of years and therefore were not eligible to be sponsored by the Canadian Government.

The Canadian Hydrographic Service made up a part of the Canadian Exhibit. Until this year, our Service has displayed charts only at the Toronto Boat Show and the Lunenburg Fisheries Exhibition. This, then, was our first attempt at showing Canadian Nautical Charts and Publica- tions outside our own borders.

Mr. Fred Pittman, from the Ottawa Compilation Section, Mr. Austin Quirk, from the Central Region Field Staff, and myself, from the Eastern Region, were selected to man our booth. The first three days of the show were for dealers only, and it was open from 10:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. The remaining eight days were for public attendance, and the hours were as follows: Saturdays, 10:30 A.M. to 10:30 PaL; Sundays, 1:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.; and Monday through Friday, 12:00 Noon to 10:30 P.M.

The Coliseum is a large building in midtown Manhattan and its four floors and two mezzanines were used to display boats and associated marine hardware. The building is well suited for this type of exhibition and facilities such as snackbars, bars, rest rooms, etc., are located on every floor. The second floor has an extremely high ceiling and it was on this floor that the larger , with masts and sails in place, were displayed. Boats of every description are exhibited, and I am sure that one could not possibly see everything offered in one day. To view everything, one would need about three days during the week to tour the entire show.

It was felt that the New York City transit strike might affect attendance, but the final figures showed that better than 360,000 people had paid admission. This was not a record figure, but was considered satisfactory by the Managing Directors. On the first Saturday, January 15, the attendance figure was in the vicinity of 40,000 paid admissions. -2

Our Canadian Nautical Charts were definitely well received and con- siderable interest was expressed in the various Canadian waterways. Our booth, along with all the Canadian booths, was well designed and very attractive and our charts displayed to very good advantage. The entire Canadian exhibit received many compliments from the general public, and the Department of Trade and Commerce may well be pleased as they designed and constructed the whole exhibit.

Charts of the Rideau Waterway, the Ottawa River, the St. Lawrence River between Montreal and Sorel, the Richelieu River, and Georgian Bay between Parry Sound and,Byng Inlet were displayed on panels around our booth. Also shown on these panels were charts of the Bay of Fundy, the Bras d'Or Lakes and the Nova Scotia coast from Egg Island to West Iron- bound Island. On a square post located at the front of our booth were displayed the charts of the Muskoka Lakes, Lake Ontario, the Trent-Severn Waterway and the St. Lawrence River charts from Kingston, Ontario, to Lachine, P. Q. In addition to the charts displayed on the panels, we had a wide variety of charts that Headquarters thought would be of interest to the people attending this show. These charts were kept in a well designed and constructed table in the centre of our booth. This table was con- structed in such a manner that the charts were well protected and easily accessible when a particular chart was requested. We would do well. to request a copy of the design of this table, from Trade and Commerce, for the chart display at the Lunenburg Fisheries Raehibition. We were distributing, free of charge, the various indexes of Canadian Nautical Charts. It was really not surprising that Information Bulletin-NO. 2, the Index of Canadian Nautical Charts for the St. Lawrence River and connecting waterways, Lake Ontario, Trent-Severn Waterway, Lake Erie and Lake Huron, including Georgian Bay, was the most popular. Over 8,000 copies of this Index were given out to the general public.

From the requests received, I would say the areas of interest in Canada proved to be as follows:

1. Richelieu River from Lake Champlain to Sorel and the St. Lawrence River from Sorel to Montreal.

2. The Rideau Waterway including the Ottawa River and the St. Lawrence from Montreal to Kingston.

3. The Trent-Severn Waterway.

4. The Muskoka Lakes. 5. Georgian Bay.

6. The Bay of Fundy.

7. Nova Scotia Coast from Yarmouth to Dingwall, including the Bras dlOr Lakes.

8. The Great Lakes. 3

9. Lake of the Woods and Rainy Lake.

10. Lake Winnipeg and Winnipegosis.

11. Newfoundland.

12. British Columbia.

Numerous questions were asked concerning the work of the Canadian Hydrographic Service. In addition, we were asked such questions, relating primarily to the inland waterways, as follows:

What is the distance by water from Lake Champlain to Montreal?

How many locks are there between Lake Champlain and Sorel?

How many locks are there on the Trent-Severn Waterway?

How far is it from Lake Ontario to Georgian Bay via the Trent- Severn Waterway?

What is the minimum length of a boat allowed to pass through the St. Lawrence Seaway?

What is the tidal range in the Bay of Fundy?

Numerous questions were asked about Canada generally and a few sample ones were as follows:

When does Expo 167 open?

Where can I make reservations for a slip at the Expo '67 Marina?

Where can I fish in Canada?

What are the fishing regulations in Canada?

How much is a fishing license in Canada?

What are the customs regulations concerning bringing my boat to Canada?

What facilities are available for camping in Nova Scotia?

Where can I charter a boat in Nova Scotia?

How do I get to Newfoundland from Nova. Scotia?

Are the roads paved in Newfoundland?

Where can I hunt and fish in Newfoundland?

It was interesting to note the number of people who commented on the attractive presentation of the entire Canadian exhibit. As stated earlier, the Department of Trade and Commerce can be very proud of their effort, Several people commented on the hospitality shown them on their visits to Canada, and at least half a dozen visitors to our booth asked me to pass along to the Royal Nova Scotian Yacht Squadron their apprecia- tion for the marvellous time they had while in Halifax at the conclusion of the Marble Head Yacht Race. The lockmasters and attendants on the Richelieu River were also mentioned on several occasions by the general public as being most polite, obliging and hospitable.

There is no doubt that this type of display benefits the Canadian Hydrographic Service and should result in increased chart sales to the American boating public. I also feel that we helped to promote, to some extent, boating in Canadian waters. By exposing our charts and publica- tions at this Boat Show, the yachtsman in the New York area is nqw aware that charts are available of most of the Canadian inland waterways and the more frequented coastal areas. COMENTS AND DISCUSSION ON THE TRIP TO NEW YORK CITY

All arrangements for the hydrographic booth at the show were made by Ottawa Headquarters. In addition, reservations for accommodation at the Holiday Inn on 57th Street had also been made by Ottawa. A sub- mission for expense money and tickets for my air travel was made through the proper B.I.O. Sections.

Arriving in New York City on schedule and during the transit strike, I was very fortunate to obtain a taxi from the airport to the centre of the city. However, upon arriving at the Holiday Inn, I was informed that the Inn had been taken over by the American Broadcasting Company as an emergency measure during the strike, and therefore the management could not honour my written confirmation. Holiday Inn had obtained rooms for all three of us at the Excelsior Hotel on 81st Street, where I eventually joined the other hydrographic representatives who had arrived in New York on an earlier flight.

Undoubtedly, the Excelsior Hotel was quite elegant a number of years ago, but is now rather shabby and quite dirty. Travel to and from this hotel and the boat show was a bit of a problem due to traffic tie—ups caused by the transit strike. We stayed at this hotel until Thursday, January 13, when the strike was settled, and we were able to move into our reserved accommodations at the Holiday Inn. Once located there, the matter of getting to and from the show was no problem as we were within walking distance. COMMENTS ON TRAVEL REGULATIONS

Instructions for field officers, issued by the Department of Mines and Technical Surveys, states that the daily allowance for meals while in the U.S.A. should not exceed $7.50. Furthermore, the Director, Marine Sciences Branch, in memorandum dated February 5, 1965, File No. BIO 1540-17, suggests that normally a sum of $7.00 per day should not be exceeded.

In New York City, these figures are quite unrealistic unless one is expected to eat at the Automats. The cost of a very ordinary meal is in the neighbourhood of $5.00. In fact, the members of the Department of Trade and Commerce, with whom we were working, were finding their $12.00 per day meal allowance inadequate.

A dinner was held for the exhibitors, shortly after the Boat Show opened, in order that they could get acquainted. As the admission fee to this function was $15.00 per person, needless to say the hydrographic personnel did not attend. It seems only reasonable that provision should be made for attendance at such official functions.

Incidentally, anyone travelling by Air Canada would do well to check on the new baggage regulations. Unfortunately, being unaware of the change in the regulations, I was charged for excess baggage. APPENDIX 1

CANADA - BOATBUILDER TO THE WORLD

Canada is bounded on three sides by great oceans and knit together by a multitude of lakes and rivers which contain more than half the fresh water on the planet. From the days of the first explorers, boats and boating have been an essential part of the Canadian heritage.

Out of this long experience have come the traditional skills Canadians use to produce the finest boats built anywhere, boats Canada sells through- out the world.

The early history of Canada is the story of the development of two natural resources ® fur and fish. For these two highly marketable com- modities, men braved tempestuous oceans and pushed through the unknown forests on inland waterways.

Early adventurers learned that the best means of water travel was the Indian birchbark canoe - light, maneuverable, made of local materials and easily repaired. With these primitive, versatile craft, the explorers penetrated as far west as the Pacific Coast and as far south as the Gulf of Mexico. The fur traders followed, using canoes and "bateaux du nord", double-ended lapstrake boats with large cargo capacities.

With the discovery that the Grand Banks off Newfoundland were teeming with fish, there was soon a flourishing fishing industry in Canada's Maritime Provinces - which led to the development of the famous Grand Banks schooner. In the off-season, these craft raced for the International Fisherman's Trophy, and the swiftest of them all was "Bluenose". Built in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, she was queen of the Grand Banks fleet for 20 years.

Boatbuilding in Canada began as an economic necessity, and with the growth of boating for recreation at the turn of the century, design and boatbuilding techniques were easily adapted to pleasure craft.

Boating interest at this time centered on the small dinghy or sloop, the canoe and the rowboat. The Peterborough canoe, designed and built in Canada, rapidly gained world-wide fame. Soon inboard motors were increasing in popularity and the development of the outboard motor, the fisherman's friend, followed to allow people to sail farther afield with speed and safety. Hazards of wind and weather were reduced as mechanical aids added to man's strength and skill.

Significant developments in the Canadian boatbuilding industry came with World War II, and there was intense research into new materials, new methods and new products.

Boatbuilders standardized, procedures and streamlined production methods. An entirely new technology was developed with plywood, molded plywood, aluminum and fiberglass materials used in modern pleasure craft. Hull design and construction now incorporate ideas and materials unknown a few years ago. Canadian pleasure boating takes many forms to satisfy a diversity of tastes. More city dwellers have discovered the beauty and challenge of sailing and are learning to appreciate its ageless fascination. Power boats range from small runabouts to luxurious cruisers, made of fiberglass, aluminum, or the traditional wood, with outboard, inboard- outboard or inboard power.

A healthy economy and increased leisure time have stimulated new interest in boating. In a single year, more than a million Canadian families spend in excess of $250,000,000 for boating enjoyment, and surveys indicate that there are at least 900,000 privately owned pleasure craft in Canada.

To meet this growing demand, new boatbuilding and marine accessory companies have been established across the country, adding diversity and sophistication in design to the traditional range of quality boats from Canadian boat yards.

The colorful Canadian exhibit at the National Boat Show in the New York Coliseum is an impressive spectacle. It includes light canoes and one-design daysailers, sporty and the latest in hydrofoil pleasure boats, deck hardware, mahogany steering wheels and pedal boats. APPENDIX 2

CANADIAN HYDROGRAPHIC SERVICE

The waterways of Canada are easily accessible to boat owners of the northeastern United States, and each year many sailors take advantage of the exciting holiday experiences that Canada offers.

Charts of popular Canadian waterways are exhibited by the Canadian Hydrographic Service, the agency that charts Canadags coastal and inland waters. The Canadian Hydrographic Service is a division of the Marine Sciences Branch of the Federal Department of Mines and Technical Surveys.

Charts of waterways that appeal to all boating enthusiasts are featured. The coastal waters of New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and the Gulf of St. Lawrence will interest the deep-sea sailor. The small craft operator who spends his holidays in more sheltered waters can travel up the Hudson River and Lake Champlain or through the New York Barge Canal to the Great Lakes and the St. Lawrence River, the largest inland navi- gation system in the world.

The Rideau Waterway, the Ottawa River, the Trent-Severn Waterway and Georgian Bay are easily reached from the St. Lawrence system. These areas can also be reached by car and boat trailer. The Muskoka Lake district is another favorite recreation area. Charts of all these waters are on display.

New small boat charts, now being issued by the Canadian Hydrographic Service, are of special interest. One of these covers a large section of the inland boat route through the 30,000 Islands area in Georgian Bay. This route offers endless opportunities for exploring the picturesque byways and unspoiled beauties of Samuel de Champlainus island-strewn "Sweetwater Sean. APPENDIX 3

INDUSTRIAL SHIPPING COMPANY LIMITED

With the use of special construction techniques born of the seafaring skills and traditions of Nova Scotia boat builders, the owners of Paceship fiberglass yachts, built by Industrial Shipping Company Limited, are assured of years of sailing pleasure,

The Mouette, a one-piece uni -mold fiberglass craft, ranks as one of the finest daysailers available. It has a reinforced fiberglass centerboard and enclosed centerboard box with lever action control. The kick-up rudder has bronze rudder slide, pintle and gudgeons. The finest in fittings include an extra-length ash tiller with hiking stick and nylon braid hiking straps, one-piece extruded aluminum mast and aluminum boom with roller reefing, Dacron sails and foam flotation. Molded-in seats with large, self draining cockpit are engineered for comfort,

The Peregrine 16, another in the companyes line of superbly designed daysailers„ is noted for its many safety features and its seaworthiness. It is an ideal craft for family sailing,

The Cruisette 20, a 20-foot yacht with billowing sails - a 105-foot with 80-foot jib - presents a picture of unparalleled beauty as it glides over the waves, The Cruisette hull is of reinforced plastic construction. The non-skid deck is in a planked pattern and the gunwale guard is vinyl.

An Intercollegiate dinghy, designed by Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and a beautifully appointed yacht tender - both of fiberglass construction - are also manufactured by Industrial Shipping, APPENDIX 4

GRAMPIAN MARINE LTD.

One of the largest yacht-builders in Canada, Grampian Marine Ltd, is approved by Lloydes of London. The company produces a comprehensive range of sail craft from eight to 42 feet in length in a 250000-square- foot plant, one of the most modern in North America.

The Albacore by Grampian Marine is an excellent one-design racer which doubles as a family daysailer. Designed by , this 15-foot fiberglass has 125 square feet of sail area and weighs only 300 pounds fully equipped. The hull and deck are of molded reinforced plastic with integral centerboard trunk and balsa-cored deck for added stiffness with light weight. Thwarts and rails are mahogany.

Grampian Marine also builds the . This van Essen design is a smaller sister to the and is among the sailing worLd9s fastest-growing classes. Adopted by many clubs .as their official junior squardron trainer, the FJ weighs only 200 pounds and is easily handled in or out of the water by two youngsters. Its uncluttered functional interior is perfect for family sailing.

Grampian Marines Classic 31 is a newly designed craft. Advanced construction techniques and fine craftsmanship make the Classic 31 a pleasure to sail. It is available with sloop, cutter or ketch rig. APPENDIX 5

ALUMINUM BOATS AND CANOES INC.

Aluminum Boats and Canoes Inc., maker of Princecraft boats and canoes since 1956, now also manufactures the Peterborough line of small boats. In the 64,000.-square-foot plant, 28 models of Princecraft fiberglass and aluminum boats and canoes and 22 models of wood, fiber- glass and aluminum craft in the Peterborough line are produced. The Princecraft and Peterborough divisions operate independently, each With its own sales force and dealer outlets.

Canoes manufactured under the Peterborough name, the oldest name in the Canadian boating industry, have long been preferred for their stability, safety and durability. The traditional canoe, in 120 140 16 and 18-foot lengths, is made of sturdy Canadian Cedar and covered with heavy canvas. Highest quality filler and paint are used. A 14-foot canoe of fiberglass and a 15-foot aluminum canoe offer the ultimate in good looks, design and stability.

Other Peterborough craft include aluminum and fiberglass runabouts in sizes ranging from 131 to 19 feet and a 21-foot cruiser that combines the liveliness of a runabout with the added convenience of accommodation for overnight travel.

In the Princecraft line are fiberglass canoes in 14 and 15-foot sizes, aluminum canoes in 15 and 17-foot lengths - the 17-foot model with a square stern to take an outboard motor - and small punts, dinghies and wide beamed boats that are ideal for fishermen and hunters.

Sturdy, lightweight fiberglass and aluminum runabouts, in sizes to suit every purpose and every budget, are also manufactured under the Princecraft name. APPENDIX 6

TECHNICAL ENTERPRISES LIMITED

The exciting thrills of sailing are unmatched in the Cougar III sailing by Technical Enterprises Limited. This fast, versatile craft is easily handled and has made a name for itself in class organization fleets from coast to coast.

The sturdily constructed Cougar features fiberglass hulls, aluminum alloy mast and boom, pivotal centerboards and rudders. The rigging and fittings are stainless steel and sails are of Dacron. Deck and cockpit are finished in fine mahogany plywood.

Standard features of the Cougar include a rotating mast with hinged step, main and jib jam cleats and travelling mainsheet track. There are large storage hatches in both hulls and a window in the jib.

The Cougar Mark III has an over-all length of 18 3/4 feet and a water-line length of 17 feet. The beam measures just under eight feet and the cockpit area is almost seven feet square. Gross weight is 450 pounds. The five-inch draft - with centerboards up - allows easy beaching and patsage through shallow water. APPENDIX 7

DARON INDUSTRIES LIMITED

Canoes manufactured by Daron Industries Limited are known for their exceptional performance and durability. The Daron craft has been selected by Canades National Design Council as an outstanding example of Canadian design. One of the companyos canoes was displayed at the 1964 Triennale di Milano.

To safeguard its standards, Daron Industries relies on experienced craftsmen who construct a limited number of canoes in a plant where quality, not quantity, is the watchword.

Three models are manufactured by the company - the 14-foot Richelieu, with a load capacity of 650 pounds, the 16-foot Rideau, with a capacity of 1,050 pounds; and the 16-foot Gatineau Vee Stern, with a capacity of 1,150 pounds and a stern designed to take a three-hp motor,

The Daron fiberglass canoe is extremely light in weight and easy to portage. The yoke, or thwart, is set at the point of balance and is specially molded for comfort in portaging. Foamed buoyancy material in the seats and yoke adds to thestrength of the craft as well as pro- viding an extra safety factor. Large buoyancy tanks at bow and stern will easily support three men and all their gear. Yoke and seats are fused into place during the molding operation - there are no screws or fastenings to pull out. The seats have a non-slip molded surface and are set at a height that is comfortable for sitting or kneeling, APPENDIX 8

CANADIAN SAILCRAFT COMPANY

Canadian Sailcraft Companyvs CS.15 sailing dinghy represents an entirely new concept in dinghy design. Planned to Canadian Sailcraftls specifications by Cuthbertson and Cassian Limited, this craft combines contemporary design with features that make it an ideal all-round performer.

The 15-foot CS.15 is of fiberglass construction, with hand- rubbed teak trim and foam flotation. The craft is easily rigged, and recessed carrying holes make it exceptionally easy to handle and launch. Dacron sails and stainless steel roller reefing and standing rigging help make the CS.15 attractive to campers, cottagers, day- sailors and to the experienced racing enthusiast.

Canadian Sailcraft9s 12-foot catamaran, Scamper, is a descendant of the famous Whisker, which was a major breakthrough in catamaran design.

The Scamper, designed by George W. Patterson, who also designed the Whiskers is considered faster, drier and capable of even greater acceleration. The sloop rig, with its 90-foot sail area, gives such perfect balance that the Scamper is one of the easiest catamarans for a beginner to handle. APPENDIX 9

CLARKCRAFT INDUSTRIES LTD.

Clarkcraft Industries Ltd., a dynamic young company just two years old, is already the largest fiberglass canoe manufacturer in Canada. Excellent design, fine workmanship and attractive prices have been the keys to the companyts success.

Designed for safety and stability, for family fun and pleasure, Clarkeraft fiberglass canoes are lightweight, exceptionally durable and require minimum maintenance. All Clarkcraft canoes feature three molded-in keels for increased hull strength and greater stability in the water. The one-piece hulls are of fiberglass-reinforced plastic with gunwales of select grades of oak. Flotation is provided by two molded tanks.

In addition to the 12, 14 and 16-foot models, there is a 16-foot Y-stern canoe designed to carry a 19350-pound payload. The otherwise conventional stern has a flare at the top to take a 31-hp outboard motor, making the canoe equally easy to handle with paddle or motor. Particularly popular with hunters, the 90-pound I-stern canoe is easily portaged.

A new and exciting craft shown for the first time is the Clarkcraft Sailor Buoy, a 13-foot sailboard designed for easy car-top handling. Molded of rugged fiberglass-reinforced plastic, it is exceptionally strong and durable. The molded design facilitates maneuverability and provides stability while the flotation system insures complete safety. APPENDIX 10

DOLPHIN CRAFT OF CANADA

Dolphin Craft of Canada, a young company established only a year ago, produces a 17-foot luxury runabout for the style-conscious connoisseur of watercraft. A completely Canadian craft - conceived, designed and manufactured in Canada - the Dolphin is constructed of high-strength fiberglass-reinforced plastic for durability and resis- tance to rough weather stress.

The streamlined Dolphin weighs approximately 700 pounds and has a gross load capacity of 1,545 pounds. It can be used with motors up to 100 hp. The craft is 16 feet 10 inches long, with a gunwale length of just over 18 feet. The combination hull, with vari-degreed longi- tudinal steps and self-balancing after planes, has the performance characteristics of both and displacement hulls.

The beautifully styled Dolphin is completely equipped with a con- vertible top and deluxe accessories, including an illuminated dash control panel, with fuel gauge, speedometer, tachometer, barometer, compass, ammeter, map light and cigarette lighter. Dry storage cabinets are located in the center deck and a front console is adaptable to a center-mounted single lever control. APPENDIX u.

=WON ERR.

Aquafon Enrogs sensational new water cycle - the Aquafon ® provides perfect water transportation for campers, fishermen, hunters, cruiser owners, skin divers and all who enjoy sport on North Americas sparkling rivers and streams.

A collapsible, portable unit weighing 85 pounds, the Aquafon is both untippable and unsinkable, a completely safe craft. Floats of reinforced polystyrene foam give maximum buoyancy with a minimum of weight. They are covered with fiberglass for sure shock resistance,

The Aquafon is engineered to eliminate any operational problems. Its manufacturers use the best of anti-corrosive materials - aluminum and nylon gears, aluminum propeller and rudder and aluminum joints and bearings.

The compact collapsible cycle is easily made ready for operation in 45 seconds, The 90-inch-long Aquafon is 18 inches high and 20 inches wide when collapsed and 40 inches wide when ready for operation, APPENDIX 12

BLUEWATER SAILCRAFT COMPANY

Car-top portability, easy storage, sound performance and minimum upkeep are features of the Tay Cat from Bluewater Sailcraft Company. The Tay Cat comes about like a dinghy and performs well on all points of sailing. The all-fiberglass molded hull has built-in buoyancy and vinyl rub rails. Deck and hull colors are permanently molded in cock- pit is self-bailing.

Sixteen square feet of usable space with two stowage compartments located under the bridge deck provide maximum comfort inboard. Rudders are cast lightweight aluminum and spars are light aluminum alloy anodized to resist corrosion. The boom has roll reefing gear. Sails are of best quality 52-ounce Dacron with full-length battens.

The G. B. Cruiser is a four-berth molded fiberglass catamaran. The over-all length of 192 feet and the 9-foot beam give the craft generous living quarters. All bright work is teak or mahogany. The hulls draw 12 inches and rudders and centerboards are hinged for convenient beach- ing. The G. B. Cruiser weighs under 1,200 pounds completely equipped. The transom is suitable for motors up to 10 hp.

The Shearwater IV catamaran is 162 feet long and carries a sail area of 235 square feet. It is the largest cat class in the world, with more than 1,565 sail numbers. The Shearwater IV was a pioneer among fast racing catamarans and has an impressive international racing record. Many of these boats are amateur built, the fiberglass hulls and compon- ents purchased from the builder. Its light weight and 71-foot beam make it easy to trail and launch. APPENDIX 13

WATER SPYDER MARINE LIMITED

A new and exciting means of water travel - the hydrofoil - is manufactured by Water Spyder Marine Ltd. Skimming along at thrilling speeds 14 to 18 inches above the surface of the waters the hydrofoil gives a ride that surpasses any other boating experience.

Water Spyder produces two hydrofoil boatss a 12-foot model that travels up to 40 mph when powered by a 20 to 35-hp outboards and an 18-foot model capable of speeds more than 40 mph with a 40 to 110-hp motor. The sleek molded fiberglass hulls are fully equipped with upholstered seats and back rests, regulation running lights., cleats, windshield and complete steering hardware with a wheel of advanced design. The foils are retractable for cruising, trolling, docking or beaching and the hulls are foam-filled for reliable flotation.

Hydrofoils are high-speed craft that - once under way - are lifted above the waterls surface by underwater wing-like foils, minimizing drag and effects of the waves. Because the foils have such a•small surface area, friction is reduced, producing more speed with less power for more economical operation. The ultimate in comfort and maneuver- ability, hydrofoils are noted for their smooth ride - more like an airplane than a boat. APPENDIX 14

BRIM! BRASS MFG. Co. LTD.

Brydon Brass Mfg. Co. Ltd. is one of the largest manufacturers of marine hardware and accessories in Canada. Its Brydon Boy trade name has earned wide recognition in Canada and Brydon products are in increasing demand in overseas markets - , South America, the Caribbean and the South Pacific, as well as the United States.

The company manufactures a full line of quality products and is exhibiting marine toilets, bow, side and stern lights, boarding ladders, cleats, transom handles, chocks, bow eyes, steering kits, steering wheels, pumps, blowers, horns, glass holders, pennant poles and many other marine accessories.

Brydon marine hardware has an unusually durable chrome finish, a product of the unichrome duplex plating process. In inland waters, these. fittings give the wear of ordinary chrome products and this extra durability is even more significant under salt water conditions. APPENDIX 15

MARINE PRODUCTS COMPANY

From small outboard steerers to large ptlot wheels, equipment from Marine Products Company is distinguished by superior design, workmanship and special uniformity of quality. Electromechanically controlled machines and a patented adjustable hub assure wheel symmetry and perfect balance. Each wheel is unconditionally guaran- teed by the manufacturer.

Marine Products steering wheels range from 11 inch steerers for outboard cruisers and racers to 72-inch pilot wheels for larger craft. All wheels are made of hard Central American mahogany. Hubs and spools may be maple, marine aluminum, polished brass or chrome-plated brass.

Marine Products Company exports 90 per cent of its output to the United States, Costa Rica, Britain and Italy.