Abaco Is Well Known for Its Fishing Tournaments Which Draw Anglers from All Over

VOLUME 12, NUMBER 9, MAY 1st, 2004 Immigrants Are Picked Up Immigration and Defense Force Pick up Haitians in Several Locations By Jennifer Hudson At approximately 4.30 p.m. on April 29th Fishing Tournaments Are in Full Swing four Haitians were pulled from the water by Immigration and Defense Force personnel after they were apprehended trying to swim away to avoid being taken into custody after Immigration Officers boarded the Guana Cay ferry. Private citizens assisted by loaning boats to the officers to chase the fleeing men. Twenty-five more persons were taken into custody when officers apprehended them on the Guana Cay ferry as they were returning from work on the Cay. Earlier in the day approximately 45 illegal immigrants were rounded up in a raid on Bahama Star Farms. All of the men, women and children taken into custody had been living in the vicinity of the farm and were taken by bus into Marsh Harbour. At the Port Administration building they were processed and detained until arrangements could be made to send them to the detention centre in Nassau. Approximately 20 persons, mainly women and children, were sent into Nassau on two Bahamasair flights on Thursday while the remainder of the men were detained in the cells at the Police station await- ing deportation. Several more illegal immigrants were apprehended in Hope Town the following Abaco is well known for its fishing tournaments which draw anglers from all over. Already this spring there have been five day and again brought to Marsh Harbour. tournaments, attracting families as well as serious fishermen with many more scheduled. The overall effect of these tournaments on Dozens of people from the Haitian commu- Abaco’s economy is great as well as attracting many fine people to our area. The photo above was taken by David Ritchie aboard the Hatterascal during the Bahamas White Marlin Open Tournament hosted by Abaco Bcach Resort and Boat Harbour. Please see Immigrants Page 22

Serious Fishing Season Begins Immigrants Are Sent to Nassau By Isobel Sherman April 15-22. This was followed by the Sea Once again fishing tournaments take the Spray Resort Family Fishing Tournament marine spotlight on Abaco. Starting off the on April 20-24. Another new tournament season was the new Man-O-War Marina on the calendar this year was the Bahamas Invitational which was held on May 2-5 with White Marlin Open held on April 21-24 at 13 boats. The Abaco Anglers Fishing Tour- Please see Page 2 nament was next on the schedule held on Fishing Track Team Wins Six Medals

Haitian nationals were picked up on Bahama Star Farm, from the Guana Cay ferry and in Hope Town, were then processed in Marsh Harbour before being sent to Nassau for repatriation. Some are shown here being transferred to Bahamasair for the trip to the detention center in Nassau. Others were escorted to Nassau on the Bahamas Fast Ferry from Sandy Point.

Several members of S.C. Bootle High School’s track team recently competed in the Renew your subscription before the expiration date shown in the label below. National Track and Field Championship in Nassau and brought back six medals, the The Abaconian PRST STD best showing they have ever had in this competition. Shown above are, left to right, 9945 NW 88th Ave US POSTAGE Mr. J Torres, Amanda Parker, Alexander Rolle, Casteo McDonald, Prisca McIntosh, Medley, FL 33178 PAID Forward and Address Correction Permit #2438 Principal Leslie Rolle and Coach Lyndon Scott. MIAMI FL 331 By Lyndon Scott Marsh Harbour a few weeks ago, the S.C. After dominating the Inter-Island Track and Field Athletic Championships in Please see School Page 14 Page 2 The Abaconian May 1, 2004 Tournaments Attract a Variety of Anglers Lodge. The trophies were all sculptures of Yachts and Marine Max. The Tournament Fishing From Page 1 Fishing Tournament renown Little Harbour artist, Pete Johnston, was strictly a catch and release tournament Abaco Beach Resort and Boat Harbour. It Provides Family Fun which are always greatly appreciated. A for the billfish with the director verifying was a catch and release tournament. By Karen Lowe special thanks to our local MP, Mr. Robert documentation with digital camera photos The Annual Bahamas Billfish Champi- In spite of windy weather and rough seas, Sweeting, and to Mr. Don Cornish of the when the boat came back to the marina. onship began on April 25 with the South the Abaco Anglers Fishing Tournament Abaco Tourism office for attending the ban- Points were awarded in this manner: 200 Abaco Championship. The Bahamas Bill- enjoyed its 34th successful year fishing these quet and assisting with the award presenta- points for the catch and release of a white fish Championship has five legs, the next pristine Abaco waters April 15th – 23rd, tions. We look forward to celebrating our marlin, 100 points for the catch and release to be held in Treasure Cay followed by one 2004. The tournament continues to encour- 35th year of the Abaco Anglers Tourna- of a blue marlin and 50 points for a catch in Spanish Cay. The last and final leg will age junior anglers to participate in this fun ment in 2005. All are welcome and we hope and release of a sailfish. Twenty boats par- be the Boat Harbour Championship back at family tournament. to entice even more Junior Anglers to participated in the tournament. Abaco Beach Resort and Boat Harbour. Those receiving awards are as follows: ticipate. Don’t miss this special tournament On day one of fishing, April 22, 12 white Sea Spray Hosts Its Junior/Junior Class (12 and under) next year. marlin, one blue marlin and five sailfish Boys: Girls: Bahamas White Marlin were caught and released. On April 23 saw Second Tournament 1st Place: Eli Lowe Shannon Thompson seven white marlin, three blue marlin and The second annual Sea Spray Resort 2nd Place: Will Danforth Maggie Danforth Open Tournament five sailfish caught and released. The last Family Fishing Tournament was held 3rd Place: Tom Magee Carin Magee By Isobel Sherman day, April 24, was a slow day with only from April 20 to 24. The week was filled Stony Lowe and Dylan Thompson also The first Bahamas White Marlin Open nine white marlin caught and released. with entertainment and fun. Ten boats received trophies for their entries. Tournament was held on April 22-24 at Winner of the three-day tournament was competed. Junior Division: (13 to 16 years) Abaco Beach Resort and Boat Harbour with Hatterascal with 1150 points, second went The first day of fishing was a great Boys: Girls: Al Behrendt as tournament director. The success. There was a total of four bill- 1st Place:Syd Roberts Jr.Ashley Knowles hosts of this tournament were Hatteras Please see Fishing Page 22 fish caught and released. There was also 2nd Place: Jade Thompson a 95-pound yellow fin tun brought in to Men’s Division: the weigh station. The boat Mary-T held Ross Thompson III received awards for on to a commanding lead until the last his entries in the 4, 8, 12, 20 and 130 lb. day. test line as well as in the shark class and the With 10 minutes remaining in the tour- blue marlin class. Brett Osborne was nament Tuna Trappe, captained by John awarded for his entries in the 16 and 30 lb. Lancaster, hooked another blue marlin, test line. The 50 lb. test category went to which give them 300 points and the win. Craig Knowles. Tom Magee won the 80 The crew on the Tuna Trappe included lb. test as well as the hand line class entry. Joe Strickland, Bruce Davis and Bill Bob Magee received a trophy for the wire Henderson. The crew was gracious line class and Syd Roberts Sr. for his fly enough to donate their vacation prize to rod entry. Jeffrey Thompson was awarded the Hope Town Fire Rescue. The prize for landing and releasing a sailfish. will be auctioned off at a later date. Sec- Women’s Division: ond prize went to the boat Angler. Debbie Tenney won a trophy in the 8 lb. Every evening was capped with great test line category. Taylor Roker was fun and dancing. It was a great show of awarded for her 16 lb. test entry and for sportsmanship by all who participated. landing and releasing a sailfish. Lori Th- On closing night, April 24, the awards ompson received awards for her entries in banquet was held and the second annual the 20, 30, 50 and 80 lb. test line division. Sea Spray Resort Family Fishing Tour- Peggy Magee won the 130 lb. test line cat- nament ended a great success. egory. Kara Roberts placed for her entries Sea Spray held its second annual Sea Spray Resort Family Fishing Tournament with 10 in the wire line class as well as the hand boats participating. The billfish were all released but the crew of the Island Retriever line class. Karen Huff-Lowe received a tro- proudly shows off their 95-pound yellow fin tuna that they brought to the weigh station. phy for the shark class. Special Awards: The Kelly Vernis Memorial Trophy for the largest fish weighed in by a lady angler was awarded to Peggy Magee for landing a 51 pound wahoo. The Men’s Line/Ratio trophy went to Ross Th- ompson III for a 12 bahamian cuisine pound dolphin on a 4 lb. on Hope Town's waterfront test line. The overall Best Boat Trophy was Bar Opens Daily 10 a.m. Closed on Tuesdays received by the captain of R3, Ross Thompson Happy Hour 5 - 6 p.m. III. All the anglers and Lunch & Dinner Daily guests appreciated the Lunch 11:30 am - 3 pm • Dinner 6 - 9 pm delicious food and so- RENTAL cializing at the awards ICE Appetizers 11:30 a.m. - 9 p.m The Hatterascal caught this billfish, photographed it, then BIKES banquet held at the Call 366-0087 • 366-0292 • VHF Ch 16 released it in the first Bahamas White Marlin Open Tournament Hope Town Harbour held at Abaco Beach Resort and Boat Harbour.

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Friends of the Environment By Lee Pinder Combined Get-Well/Going Away Party This past Easter Monday the crowd was smaller than usual due to the weather but Presents Town Is Enjoying Our On April 28 the students and parents gave a Going Away Party for Ms. Diane the hardy group who braved the light rain New Community Center certainly seemed to be enjoying themselves. Sutherland, who is off to Canada for medi- Hints for The dedication of the W.W. Sands Com- cal attention and necessary convalescence. While the beach volleyball remained de- munity Center received lots of media cov- All our best wishes will, of course, go with serted, the hoopla stall, on the other hand, Helping Our erage. Besides the big front page coverage Diane, and we trust she will hurry back. drew lots of customers. Father Earle Environment in this publication on the 15th of April, it We will surely miss her. Hepburn and his young assistant were kept also showed up on page 8 of the Saturday busy handing out prizes to the successful Basketball Backboards Nassau Tribune on the 17th and we have patrons. A church bus load of parishioners • The forests are still very dry. Be heard that ZNS showed highlights of the Are in Place from St. John’s Anglican Church in Marsh very careful burning trash. Don’t event on the following Monday evening. The youth have announced the installa- Harbour drove to Sandy Point to join in let fires get out of control. The video taken of the play The Pirates of tion of new basketball backboards at Chero- their sister church’s festivities. Abaco was quickly released and shown in kee Settlement, just in time for inspection the community center for the benefit of those by Mr. Eric Pittman, through whose gen- who could not get in to see the original per- erosity the new equipment was made avail- formance. able. Mr. Pittman generously assists Chero- The people of Cherokee are still riding kee from a fund set up in memory of his Sea SprSprSea aaay RRy esoresoresorttt the wave of excitement and pride, after so son who was killed in the 9/11 terrorism Hopetown, Elbow Cay many years, months and weeks of finally attack. Join us for our daily pulling it all together. For so many years Mr. John Watson, freshly arrived from Waterside Garbonzo Bahamian Specials none of us thought that it could or would Yorkshire Dells in the U.K, was instrumen- Reef Bar be saved. But perseverance prevailed. tal in completing the final critical stages. Open Daily at 11 a.m. There were words of praise for a job well Project consultants included Mr. John done and well deserved by all who attended McGonagle, also visiting in Cherokee. and were able to see the end result. Now Sandy Point Boat House Restaurant comes the time to reap the fruits of our St. Martin’s Easter labour and make use of the building. Al- Come for Breakfast Lunch or Dinner • Children’s Menu ready a bridal shower and a wedding re- Monday Picnic ception have been booked as well as our By Jennifer Hudson Full Service Marina Waterfront Villas third local Shell Show and Exhibition to be Unfortunately, the weather gods did not 50 Deepwater Slips • Fuel/Oil/Bait/Ice held on May 31. smile on South Abaco on Easter Monday. One & two bedroom units Call and ask about our off season rates If you did not have an opportunity to be The day turned out to be grey and rainy for On the ocean & harbour for our villas and marina at the official dedication on April 17, why the St. Martin’s Anglican Church Easter All with Full Kitchen/Air Cond/Sat TV not come out on the holiday, look over the Monday Picnic at Oeisha’s beach cabana at For local transportation to Sea Spray restoration and see our Shell Show at the Sandy Point. This annual festival hosted by same time. If you would like to display some the local Anglican church has become a Call VHF 16 or 366-0065 of your own shells, handiwork or art, con- mainstay in the social activities of the is- E-mail: [email protected] • www.seasprayresort.com tact, Lee Pinder at 366-2053 for particu- land. It is looked forward to by locals and lars. Hope to see you there. visitors alike who wish to enjoy family fun MothersMothers DayDay SaleSale 50% off Selected items May 35% off Artificial flowers 1 - 8 25% off Lamps, picture frames, rugs 20% off All housewares Put a smile on your mother’s It’s that special time of the year again when you show your face this year at our gratitude to the most special person in the world, your mother. Abaco Hardware’s Mother’s Day Sale. We are making it easy for you with a special sale.

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GRAND PRIZE © 2004 ADWORKS Page 6 The Abaconian May 1, 2004 News of the Cays Green Turtle Cay Bahamas folklore dance troup, and goatskin Jones will educate on how to identify bush atre from the Treasure Cay dock with return immediately following the performance How the Island Roots Heritage drummer Chippy Chipman. and prepare and use the medicine (with The highlight of the celebrations, and samples of teas and poultices), Junkanoo for a special round trip fare of $10 per per- Festival Got Its Start something dear to Alton Lowe’s heart, was history by Floyd Johnson and a book pro- son. Call 365-4166 or 365-4128 for the By Stephanie Humblestone the plaiting of the Maypole as the artist re- motion by Norma Jean West from Key West ferry schedule. When artist Alton Lowe suggested that members this intrinsically British tradition featuring Bahamians of Key West. The people of Green Turtle Cay invite his home town of Green Turtle Cay become as a child growing up on Green Turtle Cay. The “most fun” booth will be hosted by you to come and celebrate with them a sister city with Key West and this be cel- To symbolize the unity of the two coun- the Green Turtle Cay Volunteer Fire De- “Things Bahamian.” ebrated with the Island Roots Festival, he tries, the colors of the costumes and rib- partment who will give demonstrations of Hope Town rekindled family ties and friendships which bons represented those of the two nations’ old time games all day long. Here you can have flourished and blossomed to this day. flags. learn how to throw a top, play jacks, make Lecture Series Is Complete Casting his mind back to when the idea And thus was borne the first of three kites, shoot marbles, build a coconut bark By Dottie Shrier first occurred to him, Alton smiled and subsequent festivals. boat for the race on Saturday evening and The fourth and last of the season of a seemed to relive the enthusiasm he felt that Plans for This Year’s many more fun activities. Plaiting the May- newly formed lecture series was held on April 7. Dave Gale of Parrot Cay was the morning over breakfast when he shared his Island Roots Festival pole, tours of the newly refurbished kitchen, dream with friend Betty Bruce after the old time storytelling by master story teller, speaker. He was introduced to a large au- By Jennifer Hudson opening of the Albert Lowe Museum. Kayla Edwards, and walking tours will be dience which, for one time only, included A fun-filled and very informative week- Three weeks later Ms. Bruce introduced included in the wealth of educational ac- men. The series, entitled Cay Topics, was end is scheduled for May 7th and 8th at him to the Mayor of Key West, Florida, tivities in which to participate. originally designed for ladies who like to Green Turtle Cay when this community Charles “Sonny” McCoy, and Ida Baron. The official opening of the Festival will listen, learn and lunch, lunch being optional joins with its sister city of Key West, These two key people were instrumental in take place at the bandstand from 3:30 p.m. at the Hope Town Harbour Lodge. Florida, in a celebration of their history at making Key West and New Plymouth, to 5 p.m. on May 7th . Among the digni- Dave Gale is a well known author, busi- the Island Roots Heritage Festival. New Green Turtle Cay, sister cities. taries in attendance will be the Rt. Hon. ness entrepreneur, ardent preservationist Plymouth will be buzzing with activity all A year from first conceiving the idea of Hubert Ingraham, Member of Parliament and founder of the first Out Island division weekend as hundreds are expected to ar- the festival the festivities opened in Key for North Abaco, and the Hon. Obie of Bahamas Air Sea Rescue Association. rive from Key West and all parts of Abaco West thanks to Mr. Lowe’s vision and the Wilchcombe, Minister of Tourism. It is He is also the founder and president of the to join in the celebrations. hard work of Ms. Baron who organised the hoped that the Prime Minister, the Rt. Hon. Bahamas Lighthouse Preservation Society. Festivities begin as early as 7 a.m. on Key West part of the celebrations. Together Perry Christie, will be able to attend. At 3 Dave and his wife Phoebe came to Abaco May 7 with the serving of breakfast and at on the balcony of the Guild Hall on Duval p.m. the Royal Bahamas Police Force Band as a part of a small group that started 10 a.m. all the festival booths will open Street she and Alton Lowe welcomed the will march from the Administrator’s office Newhope, the first tourist accommodation and will remain open until 5 p.m. on Fri- Bahamas Police Band. to the bandstand to herald the official open- in this area. The New Plymouth Inn on day and 10 p.m. on Saturday. In addition It was a poignant moment for many that ing. Green Turtle Cay preceded them by a week to the food and beverage booths , other stalls day, people like Carolyn Cash, Michelle On Friday evening at 7:30 p.m. the 61- or so, he tells us. Stung by the hotel busi- will include arts and crafts, straw work, hair Roberts, and Marie Sawyer, whose ances- member Key West Chorale, including many ness, Dave started Island Marine in 1961 braiding, domino games, continuous enter- tors, lured by tales of plentiful wrecking, Green Turtle Key descendants, will perform and became the first outboard motor dealer tainment featuring local bands and vocal- had moved from New Plymouth a century in concert at the Alton Lowe Garden The- in the Out Islands. He then started the first ists and Junkanoo hat pasting for the Satur- earlier to settle in Key West. They became atre. Tickets priced at $15 for adults and dive shop and the first rental boat company. day Junkanoo parade. known as “Conchs,” a name which lives $5 for children may be purchased from the In 1962 he formed BASRA Hope Town. Many cultural activities are planned for on today. Ministry of Tourism in Marsh Harbour and He took out dive trips from his dive shop people to learn more about this important To signify the sistership there was an various locations in Green Turtle Cay. Ferry heritage. These will include the Amy Rob- Please see Cays Page 7 exchange of flags. Mayor Charles McCoy service will be provided to the Garden The- erts All Age Schoolchildren presenting in- presented Alton Lowe with the flag of Key formation on Bahamas history and Indepen- West on the porch of the city’s oldest house, dence. The Bahamas Village Business As- The Wrecker’s Home, built by a Bahamian. sociation of Key West will inform us on To reciprocate, Ms Michelle Roberts of how we are all connected. Alton Lowe will Green Turtle Cay presented the New Ply- talk about Green Turtle Cay’s unique Bunce mouth flag to Mayor McCoy. It was subse- tradition and quizzing on old time Baha- quently flown atop a flagpole at City Hall. mian vocabulary while his sister, Iris, will The next day Air Sunshine flew the cel- help trace your genealogy. Also featured ebrants to Green Turtle Cay where there will be Joe Albury demonstrating how to were performances by the Bahamas Police scull an Abaco dinghy and how he crafts Band, Kayla Lockhart Edwards and her his wooden boat models, Richard “Ol Blue” PINE WOODSWOODSPINE NURSERNURSERNURSERYYY JEWELRY For Mothers Day - give a rose bush or potted flowering orchid

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The Man-O-War He chose to try writing and sold the first White, Mike Powers, Pim Epler and George are drawn to years back and to the annual is currently undergoing restoration at Man- story he ever wrote to Skin Diver maga- Holloway. “And there are winter residents pilgrimage to Georgetown, Exuma, to com- O-War Marina. zine. He won an honorable mention award who have helped, people like Larry Beachy pete in the Family Island Regatta, held the All good things take time and regarding in the inspirational category in the Writer’s and Dick Pyles,” added Mr. Bennett. last weekend in April. In those years, Man- boats, money, and so a fund raising effort Digest 1999 writing competition. His first The new building provides much needed O-War had three racing sloops: the Rough is underway to finance this reconstruction. book Ready About is now available in many storage space, workshop, office space and Waters, the Man-O-War, and, finally, the It is to be hoped that we might recapture local shops. It is as good a read as will find adequate room to display the many exhib- Abaco Rage. With the launching of the Abaco the days of seeing two Abaco A-Class rac- anywhere about true adventure. its. “We are always looking for more ma- Rage, the days of Man-O-War Cay’s reputa- ing sloops on the Sea of Abaco, preserving Cay Topics will continue during the 2005 terial,” said Mr. Bennett, who is presently tion as builder of the finest wooden boats in this important piece of Abaco tradition. Any season. The committee has plans well un- researching some square blocks of rubber the Bahamas began to wane. Though many donations are greatly appreciated, and visi- derway for the second series. washed up on the rocks on the North End of the craftsmen who built those boats con- tors are welcomed. Please direct any inquir- Museum’s New Building Is Beach of Elbow Cay. They are thought to tinued to work in the industry, no other ies to Mr. Chris Albury at Man-O-War “large” boats have gone down the ways since Nearing Completion have come from a torpedoed ship en route Marina at 365-6008. from South America to England in the the completion of Abaco Rage. An article on Man-O-War boatbuilders Work is progressing well on the Balcony 1940’s. Mr. Bennett and his family are anx- is forthcoming. A T- House, the two story building forming part ious to find the name of the ship so they shirt highlighting the of the Wyannie Malone Historical Museum can erect a plaque telling the story of these Man-O-War has been complex, which presides over the small curious findings. produced to launch this settlement of Hope Town as a constant and It appears that this is not the first time effort and is available looming reminder of the settlement’s rich that rubber blocks have been washed up. for sale at the Dive Shop history. Centrally located near the main At one time they used to be sold for $10 a for $24. We urge every- public dock, the government offices, library piece on the island. This is purported to one to buy and wear and medical clinic, the museum attracts have been the case but no one in Hope Town these shirts to show our scores of visitors. has any direct recollection of it. pride in our history as Volunteers are currently working against Plans are underway to inventory and the finest boat building the clock to have the upstairs fully air con- record all of the museum’s artifacts. High island in the Bahamas. ditioned before the onset of the summer on the wish list, too, are funds for a website School News humidity. “We are installing the electricity and to digitize and computerize photographs right now,” said curator Tony Bennett, who, Students at the Man- and work regarding genealogical records. O-War All Age School along with his wife, Elaine, secretary and Mr. Bennett wished to express gratitude volunteer coordinator, has expended a lot were taken on an excur- to the many volunteers who form part of sion to points south on of energy into helping preserve Hope the rotating “work” system which allows Town’s past. The Man-O-War, one of three racing work boats built by Edwin April 30 and had an the museum to remain open from 10 a.m. opportunity to visit “The big job was insulating the second to 3 p.m. six days a week. Albury and others in Man-O-War during the 1970’s, is being level. We had to bring in power from the restored to it original condition. The people of Man-O-War small connecting building which links the are wanting to see it racing once again, after being extensively Please see Cays Balcony House with the smaller museum damaged by Hurricane Floyd. Page 20

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Box AB-20282, Marsh Harbour, Abaco • Tel: (242) 366-3503 [email protected] Marina 242-367-4255 • VHF Ch 16 Page 8 The Abaconian May 1, 2004 The Editor Says . . . Growth by Design Four nation-wide broad tourism goals eign exchange and provide business oppor- nesses around this steady influx of people, given by Vincent Vanderpool-Wallace, tunities. There are a few local farmers sup- whether in hotels or rental houses. Retreat Tourism’s Director General, were to plying hotels and stores but local consump- attendees realized more attention can be • provide employment tion is far less than a good farmer’s ability focused on attracting quality second • generate foreign exchange revenue to generate produce. Note that one Abaco homeowners. • have Bahamians reap the financial benefits citrus farm exports 1,000 tons of grapefruit The Abaco Sound is a natural asset which • link tourism closer to local goods and busi- each week during the season. is under utilized and not promoted to our nesses, particularly agricultural products. In general terms, those attending the re- advantage. This protected waterway with The Abaco tourism industry has met most treat felt Abaco was moving in the right its quaint settlements has no competition of his goals. Our tourism has shared and direction and should focus on “niche mar- either in South Florida or elsewhere in The spread the benefits to a broad range of Ba- kets.” Without realizing it, we have been Bahamas. It is a relatively untapped resource hamians - banks and insurance companies, catering to niche markets for the past 30 for marine expansion - boaters love it. hardware and grocery stores, boat and cart years. Our communities have catered to It was stressed that we need to begin a rental companies, property management low-impact second homeowners while uti- planning phase for the industry to ensure Dave firms, gardeners and maids and many oth- lizing these houses when owners are absent that our growth is compatible with the Ralph ers. All, whether an employee or small for increased visitors. The caretakers of lifestyle we now enjoy and want our chil- business owner, have benefitted greatly these properties and the staff of our small dren and future visitors to enjoy. The recent first phase of a tourism study from the Abaco model. Agriculture has the hotels are able to give personal attention to We are probably ready for a self gov- for Abaco was considered successful by the farthest to go in terms of linking to tourism guests. Our escalating property values are erning industry board to promote and guide twenty or so persons who were able to at- and capturing some of the food revenue now assisting in drawing those in upper income our tourism effort. Prime Minister Christie tend the entire two-day session. going to Florida suppliers. brackets as homeowners. recently asked that the Abaco Chamber of Our tourism success is catching Government’s aim for the country is to The foreign investment in second homes Commerce to form a consultative commit- government’s attention and comments are retain a larger amount of each tourism dol- provided the accommodations while the tee to meet with him periodically. He and being made that the Abaco model should lar. Presently, 80 cents of each tourist dol- homeowners sent rental guests. The small his government colleagues have been im- be replicated on other islands. lar leaves the country for imported food and resorts brought people through other promo- pressed with Abaco. He feels that govern- Government wants to establish an “another goods or services. tional methods. A variety of services sprang ment can benefit from Abaco’s business and chor” resort on each of the Family Islands. We are unaware of any statistics but up to accommodate the influx of visitors. problem-solving expertise along with its The Four Seasons resort which recently Abaco’s tourism must rate fairly high in its Local Bahamians have capitalized on the ability to capitalize on its thriving tourism opened on Exuma is an example. Abaco ability to provide local jobs, generate for- visitors’ requirements and formed busi- industry. has done well without the benefit of an branded or “anchor” resort. Treasure Cay and Abaco Beach Resort are our largest resorts but they do not fit Generally Speaking . . . Backward Thinking the accepted definition of a branded or “anchor” property. Perhaps the new Abaco By S. Timothy Roberts or aids and abets the unlicensed provision can be traced to the recent boom in VoIP, Club at Winding Bay will satisfy govern- It is important in this age of technology of these services shall be guilty of a crimi- which accounts for about 10 percent of the ment that we finally have an anchor resort. to embrace and guide rather than to defend nal offence and may be fined up to three country’s phone calls. In addition to the Part of Abaco’s success is that we do not against new products and services. hundred thousand dollars ($300,000) in changes wrought by VoIP, wireless tele- have an anchor resort and the attendant sup- Recently the Public Utilities Commission accordance with Section 35 of the Telecom- phone technologies are encroaching on land port required of a large inclusive property. (PUC) issued a warning to the public that munications Act.” He also said violators line telephony rapidly and contributing to Neither is Abaco dependent on the whims “persons who provide illegal Voice over could expect to be prosecuted to the fullest the uncertainty that is facing the entire mar- of a resort owner or a threatening union. Internet Protocol services (VoIP) or aid and extent of the law. ket.” One of the goals to emerge from the re- abet unlicensed operators in the provision As the rest of the world pushes forward The internet, it can be agreed, is a vast treat was for the various elements of our of such services will face prosecution and and embraces new technologies to help di- force driving technology and communica- tourism industry to get together more often the possibility of heavy fines.” This notice versify their economic growth in existing tions throughout the world. It is forging new for mutual benefit, cooperation and net- has caused quite a stir. and in new industries, The Bahamas con- markets and reshaping entire economies and working. The Prime Minister and other VoIP is a technology that utilizes the tinues to resist change and stunt possible has the Cable TV and Television Networks government leaders acknowledge that there internet to provide ultra low-cost telephone growth in an industry. rethinking their strategies as more and more needs to be much closer consultation be- services to practically anywhere. It may be According to the Act anyone using VoIP people spend more time on the internet and tween the Abaco tourism industry and gov- computer-to-computer, phone-to-computer, technologies such as Vonage, Packet8, less time in front of the television. ernment agencies. computer-to-phone or phone-to-phone. The Net2Phone, whether privately or publicly The internet is the future technology that The Abaco tourism industry? - this is a technology basically bypasses the regular without license, is breaking the law and The Bahamas needs to learn to exploit in heavy word to apply to Abaco’s main source telecom providers and has been a cause for ought to be fined. This is all fine and good, our own ways. Over-regulating any internet of success. It brings visions of smokestacks much controversy between the FCC and law breakers should always be prosecuted. service will only serve to stifle possible and assembly line workers. providers of both technologies in recent However, the law itself ought to be reviewed growth in our own economy. We need to However, in the broad context tourism is years. with consultations from both the private and be proactive in regulating such technolo- the un-managed and unregulated industry Mr. E. George Moss, Executive Direc- public sectors. gies in a very careful way in order that we which drives Abaco. Like each worker on a tor, PUC, has said, “According to the PUC The U.S. has been going through regu- may harness the power of the internet to factory assembly line, each of our people does there has been a proliferation of advertise- latory processes recently and they realize our own advantage as many other countries his part to make Abaco the success it is to- ments offering reduced international tele- that they should not try to derail this new are already doing. day. When viewed in total as an industry, phone rates and the PUC has also received technology but guide it in a way that is ben- We need not fear these new technolo- even a slight improvement by each worker increasing inquiries relating to VoIP. How- eficial to all concerned. gies such as VoIP, we merely must under- gives a better product at the end of the day. ever… only The Bahamas Telecommunica- W. David Gardner of TechWeb News stand them and then use them to strengthen The tourism retreat brought out several tions Company and Systems Resource writes, “The U. S. telephone industries are our industries and create new opportunities issues related to our growth. Even though Group have been licensed under the Tele- in a stage of upheaval and much of the chaos for Bahamians. Abaco is prospering without an overall plan communications Act by the PUC to pro- or single management team, there is room vide public Voice Telephony services which for improvement by cooperation between includes VoIP.” the various elements and the need for a gen- He continued, “Any person who, with- eral plan for continuing our growth in an out a License from the PUC, establishes, All About Town acceptable manner. operates or provides public VoIP services By Isobel Sherman told me that persons from the cays had al- Can We Save the ready given him letters requesting that RND Abaco’s most compete newspaper 7,500 copies RND Cinema? Abaco remain open and he faxed them into The Abaconian Mr. Jerome Fitzgerald of RND. Persons Inquire for advertising rates Published twice monthly As most everyone knows, RND Cinemas David & Kathleen Ralph do travel on weekends from the north, south sold two of their movie complexes in Editors & Publishers (U.S. address) Phone 242-367-2677 and the cays to see movies. Nassau. One other complex in Nassau and P O Box AB 20551 P.O. Box 1556 FAX 242-367-3677 If you are interested in trying to keep the one here in Marsh Harbour are targeted Jupiter, FL 33468-1556 Email: [email protected] RND Cinema open, please address a letter Marsh Harbour, Abaco, Bahamas to close. to Mr. Jerome Fitzgerald, RND Nassau, Since the closing of the Marsh Harbour Photo credit: Tuppy Weatherford for parrot & lighthouse on page 1 and drop it off at RND in Marsh Harbour. complex was announced, many young William will gladly fax the letters to Mr. Reporters/Writers: Jennifer Hudson, Portia Jonsson, Isobel Sherman people have stated, “If it closes, there will Fitzgerald. The young people are correct be nothing for us to do or no place for us to Contributors: Nadeen Beneby, Lyndon Davis, Sue Halloway, Karen Lowe, Lee Pinder, Lyndon Scott, that the movies are one of the very few go.” I have heard that over and over and Anastacia Seymour, Dottie Shrier places that they can go to enjoy themselves the young people are correct. I enjoy going in a safe and healthy environment. It would Free at over 100 Abaco locations from Grand Cay to Moore’s Is. Subscribe NOW to the movies myself so one night I asked be nice if the decision to close were reversed Subscription rate $20.00 Abaco $25 other Bahamas Order form on Page 9 at RND if there was any way the theater even if the theater only opens part of the (One Year) $35.00 USA $50 Canada - airmail could remain open even if it meant not be week. $95.00 UK, Europe & Caribbean - surface open every night. The manager, William, May 1, 2004 The Abaconian Page 9 Letters to the Editor MP Responds to Five staff members of St. Francis de Sales School along with Father Ramon and Mrs. Criticism Arlene Moss (a parent) had to spring into Dear Editor, action. At one point the inferno threatened I believe this is the first time in my al- the two buses which were parked in front most 12 years of representing the great of the school. It was obvious that the buses people of South Abaco that I have responded had to be moved to safety. to criticism about the FNM Government. I After many persons gingerly cruised by do so now only at the urging of several of in a “sight-seeing mode,” Mr. Mike my constituents. I refer to a letter written Malone, a former parent, stopped and ren- by Samuel David Albury of Man-O-War dered the necessary assistance to pull both Cay. I, like Samuel, married a wonderful buses out of harm’s way. Mr. Malone lady from Hope Town, and July 5th will proved by his patience, diligence and self- give us 37 years in a wonderful and faith- lessness that he is indeed a modern day ful relationship. The years have flown by Good Samaritan. and it doesn’t seem as if it has been that During this period of negativity on long. Abaco, it is refreshing to highlight some- The letter writer apparently suffers from one who has made a positive contribution. a complete lack of memory or total dishon- The faculty and staff of St. Francis de esty. I hear so much these days about what Sales would like to express our sincere grati- the PLP met when they were elected in tude to Mr. Malone for his invaluable as- 2002. Let me list just a few of the things sistance on that day. that the FNM met in 1992, and despite a His unselfish act helped to avert a very major hurricane just days after we came to dangerous situation. power, we were able to correct in Elbow St. Francis Staff Cay. Both of the town docks were falling Praise for Fire Fighters into the sea, they were replaced at a cost of almost $200,000.00. Roads that were built Dear Editor, under the UBP had not been touched for 25 On April 4 I Think I Can, I Think I Can years, except for the filling of pot holes by was heard loud and clear on the highway the residents. I well remember one of my between Casuarina Point and Bahama Palm constituents writing to me stating that his Shores. A long expected conspiracy of fire business was floundering in the pot holes. and wind united in its determination and In 1993 we completely re-paved from the turned their attention with a vengeance to- Post Office to the end of Center Line Road. wards Bahama Palm Shores. Eruptions of A year or two later we paved, for the first flames galore, taunting “catch me if you time, the road from the end of Center Line can.” Holy week you say, the devil had Road to Sea Spray Resort, including the surfaced here to remind us of his no longer original road referred to as the Percy Gates silent presence, lest we forget. Road. All town roads were either recon- Into the fray came a formidable oppo- structed or repaired. nent to the devil’s work, a little red fire The lighthouse was completely restored, tanker most certainly from a very distant a joint venture by the Bahamas government era with a long list of battles under her hood. and the Bahamas Historical Lighthouse So- Unknowing of the seven day battle ahead all of this amidst significant anxiety, but conditionally caring people. ciety. Many thanks to that Society and es- but undaunted like the inspirational little community spirit excelled and met the chal- Will A. Bruce and Eleanor M. Bruce pecially the family of the late Ken Mayes engine of I Think I Can I Think I Can, the lenges along with the help of many volun- Fire Threatens Horses for the contribution of top quality paint for tanker did more than drench the fire and its teers. All of this was happening in many offspring embers with thousands of gallons By Milanne (Mimi) Rehor many years. We met a clinic that had been neighboring communities. We thought we On April 9 Milanne (Mimi) Rehor was closed in excess of 20 years. We totally of water. It brought inspiration and hope. had won the battle on April 9. But Easter Scores of Bahama Palm Shores’ residents working in the Abaco Wild Horse Preserve rebuilt the clinic and provided a full-time Monday beach picnickers left hot coals in when she heard a strange crackling upwind. nurse. Just ask the elderly of Hope Town and enumerable volunteers from far and the bush. Fortunately, an astute passerby wide, inspired by the resolve of the little A billow of smoke was coming straight at what this has meant to them, no more trips spotted the smoke and a new battle began the northwest corner of the preserve, one on the ferry to have their blood pressure red tanker, joined in the battle. again. The challenge was awesome: hundreds of the parts that didn’t get burned in the last checked, etc. No amount of words can begin to de- fire. There was no lightning and a quick I wonder if this letter writer is the same of acres of wild life homes were engulfed, scribe the effort and contributions of so house roofs were thirsting for water, burn- survey of the area later showed no glass Samuel David Albury that marched with many, especially of those who only knew bottles in the area of the road. The fire ap- many others against the PLP in 1977 with ing power poles were smarting for relief, that their fellow citizens in Bahama Palm smoke congested lungs and irritated eyes peared to start in a field just northwest of a broom over his shoulders in Man-O-War Shores were in trouble and came without the preserve. Brisk winds had the fire roar- Cay in protest of a government that had were relieved and protected, workers craved question. for nourishment, miles of fire breaks were ing and spreading rapidly in no time. For- completely ignored the people of Man-O- May the little red fire tanker from Ca- tunately, several visitors to the preserve had War Cay and indeed the whole of South beckoning to be constructed. Frightened suarina Point / Bahama Palm Shores Vol- animals were wanting for protection, backup just left the area to go home. Abaco. I remember the Hon. Darryl Rolle unteer Fire Department live on to fight and There was one maintenance person on speaking at the rally and Sam interrupting electrical generators were found and put inspire others to rise to a similar challenge. safely in place, temporary housing ar- the preserve, and he and Rehor fought for him to say that talk did not put bread on the Meanwhile, we hear prayers for the arrival four hours with a back pack sprayer (four table. Mr. Rolle’s response was that in his ranged, night watches scheduled, spotters of a much younger partner tanker but assigned, communications shared, replace- gallons) and a rake. They turned the fire case it did put bread on the table since he equally inspirational. A rest is deserved. and kept it from coming across the gate, was a lawyer. ment water sources found and prepared, We will be forever grateful and mindful backhoes, bulldozers, transport equipment of the unselfish contributions, the sacrifices Sam, I would suggest that next time you Please see Letters Page 21 put your brain in gear before putting your and other fire fighting equipment secured. and the pain of so many Bahamians, un- mouth into action. Initiative did abound, leadership emerged, Robert P. Sweeting, M.P. South Abaco P.S. I expect to comment more exten- The Abaconian sively on this letter in our June budget de- Why. . . Subscribe to bate. Receiving the Abaconian is the easiest way to Name Thank You, keep up with all the activity on Abaco such as: Address Mr. Mike Malone # Infrastructural improvements by central Address government: roads, airport, docks, etc. City St. Dear Editor: # Phone and electric company changes Postal code + Country The description of someone as a Good # Fishing, boating & sporting activities e-mail (or Fax) (for renewal) Samaritan is popular, but in this case the # Immigration, taxes or duty changes 24 issues - US$ or B$ Above subscription is a gift from: reference is accurate for the following rea- # Changes to laws and regulations ! $35 USA 3 rd Class son. On April 3 a raging inferno threat- # Resort & hotel development ! $25 Bahamas surface If you want to renew this gift next year, ened many buildings along Don MacKay # Actions by local government ! $20 to Abaco please give us your address below. Boulevard in Marsh Harbour. One of those # Changes in airline service ! US$50 Canada Airmail buildings was St. Francis de Sales School. # New business ventures ! US$95 UK, Europe Surface The volunteers from the Marsh Harbour # Community events Volunteer Fire Department were stretched Mail to: PO Box 1556, Jupiter, FL 33468 - 1556 to their limit because of other fires that were Subscribe Today or: PO Box AB 20551, Marsh Harbour, Abaco, Bahamas raging simultaneously in Sweeting’s Track, Bahama Palm Shore and other areas. Oct 01 Page 10 The Abaconian May 1, 2004 Central Abaco News Two Ticket Counters Add to where the counters are set up blocking ac- ship between the management at the air- Bahama Palm Shores came to the aid of the cess to the concession area and felt that it is port, the Administrator’s office and his of- people. It was the third fire in 12 hours for the Airport’s Congestion very disrespectful to the persons operating fice. Councillor Mills told me that four the fire department. By Portia Jonsson the concession stand. Mr. Mills also pointed meetings have been held on this subject, The fire spread quickly through the small The placement of two more ticket out the air-conditioner problem which was and the monies put in place to fix it but six community jumping from one street to the counters at the already congested Marsh supposed to have been fixed six months ago months later nothing has been done to date. other. The volunteers worked feverishly and Harbour airport terminal building has Chief just before the busy season was upon us. The ministers have assured Mr. Mills that spent many hours protecting the homes and Councillor Cay Mills very distraught. He The two ministers were then escorted to they will deal with this forthwith. Mr. Mills properties of the residents. said this is very upsetting to him and the the septic tank area, which Mr. Mills re- concluded that he is hoping that help is on On the same evening a contribution was agents who work there because of the exports erupts two or three times a week. Mr. the way for the much congested Marsh also made to the Evans Family who lost isting congestion at the airport terminal. Mills said that this is totally unacceptable Harbour International Airport. their home in Spring City to fire during the Councillor Mills gave a tour of the area for the people who pass through our air- Spring City Community early morning hour of March 8th. The fam- to the Minister of Tourism, the Hon. Obie port to continue to endure such a hardship Makes Contributions ily of five was only able to save family pho- Wilchcombe, and the Minister of Transport for so long. When asked, “Why is this hap- tographs and their passports which had been and Aviation, the Hon. Glenys Hanna-Mar- pening?” Mr. Mills informed the ministers By Portia Jonsson safely packed away a few days before when tin, during their visit to Abaco on April that it was because of the lack of partner- On the evening of April 22nd residents the bush fire threatened the Spring City 10th. Mr. Mills showed them first-hand of Spring City said thank you to the Marsh community. Harbour Volunteer Fire and Rescue Depart- A Family Fun Day and Cook Out was ment with the presentation of a $1000 held at the park on April 3rd to raise funds cheque for the unselfish giving of all their to assist the Evans family. Chicken, fish help, time and effort. and rib dinners were on sale along with the A bush fire threatened the Spring City best conch fritters in town. The bouncing community for over a week during March castle and hoop-la were most popular with 6th. Volunteer firemen and women from Marsh Harbour, Casuarina Point and Please see Central Page 11

Spring City raised funds to help one of its own families. Andrew Evans, his wife and three children lost their home and almost everything else when their house burned during a recent forest fire. Town Committee member Roger Delancy is shown The congestion at the Marsh Harbour International Airport has gotten so bad that giving a check to Mrs. passengers can barely fight the crowds to get checked in. It is particularly bad on weekends. Evans. Recently, two additional airlines have added to the congestion by installing counters. Even outdoor areas are becoming overcrowded. May 1, 2004 The Abaconian Page 11 More Central Abaco News mention the help needed in his own town- Cancer Society Central From Page 10 ship. Thrift Store Chief Councillor Mills feels that it is the the kids. According to Mr. Roger Delancey, By Jennifer Hudson Town Committee member, the event was responsibility of any Town Committee member to see to the betterment of the town- Thrift stores (or charity shops as they are very successful. Mrs. Linda Evans accepted sometimes called) are extremely popular in the cheque on behalf of her family and ex- ship that elected him or her and the sur- rounding area. the United States and Great Britain. Not only pressed her heartfelt thanks and gratitude. are people able to shop there for wonderful Dundas Town Fire Mr. Mills said although he does not have the voice of the people of Abaco and the bargains but the money made goes to help Truck Needs Repairs ability to collect over $30,000 in one hour, finance very worthy charities. By Portia Jonsson he is very much thankful to Mr. Paul For some years the Cancer Society of According to Chief Councillor Cay Mills Wujack for coming to the need of the good the Bahamas has run a very successful thrift it was very interesting for him to listen to people of Dundas Town. Mr. Wujack pre- store in Nassau and now the Cancer Soci- the radio a few weeks ago during the sented Mr. Mills with a cheque for $5,000 ety of Abaco hopes to open a similar store station’s fund raiser for the Marsh Harbour from the WJ Private Foundation I. Mr. here in Marsh Harbour. All proceeds from Volunteer Fire Department, which he feels Wujack is a repeat visitor to Abaco and has the store will be used to assist cancer suf- is deserving of every cent for the work they a sailboat here. Mr. Mills added that Mr. ferers on the island of Abaco and donations are doing. Councillor Mills said the person Wujack is interested in donating these funds will be made to the Cancer Caring Centre that conducted the promotion was a past not for any gain towards him in any way, in Nassau for the Abaco Suite. This will elected Chairman of Dundas Town and is but interested only in helping the people Please see Central Page 21 presently a sitting member of the Dundas through his foundation. Town Committee. He went on to say that this individual raised over $30,000 for the Chief Councillor Cay Mils is shown beside Marsh Harbour Volunteer Fire Department the Dundas Town fire truck with a check while cognizant that the Dundas Town fire for $5000 which a visitor donated for truck is in need of repair and did not even 30 Boats to Choose From repairing the truck. All Meticulously Maintained Our Customers Get Extra Attention NIPPERS BEACH BAR & GRILL Boats equipped with: Weekly Rates: on Guana Cay VHF • Bimini Top • Cooler 26’ Paramount $945 Serving Anchor & Lines • Compass 23’ Albury Bros’ $840 Lunch & Dinner Dive Ladder • Life Jackets 22’ Boston Whaler $798 Pig Roast Paddle • Flares • Flashlight 20’ Albury/Hydra $770 Every Sunday Fire Extinguisher • First Aid Kit 18’ Privateer $560 Rates do not include gas Located in Hope Town & Marsh Harbour Call (242) 367-2513 • Fax (242) 367-2516 Open 7 days 8am - 5pm www.seahorseboatrentals.com Light Impressions Tile Outlet Conch Pearl Galleries, Ltd. New Arrivals in Stock NOW! FINE BAHAMIAN ART AND JEWELRY Keep Your House Clean, Cool & ood Comfortably Stylish With Today’s Ceramics Master of W South America • Mexico Spanish • Italian. . . Stephen Knowles Floor Tiles from 6" x 6" up to 18" x 18" Wall Tiles in 4" x 4" • 6" x 6" • 6" x 8" up to 10" x 16" We stock: Spacers • Caps • Trims • and Accessories Thin-set • Mastic • Grouts • Saws & Blades

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Chris Kathleen Plummer, BRI Albury, BRI Estate Agent Estate Agent Appraiser Joined H.G. Christie, Commercial "Villa Douglas" in 2000. Joined H.G. Christie, in 2003 after Based in five years of Real Marsh Harbour - Commercial - over 1/3 Marsh Harbour - Great Abaco Club - Green Turtle Cay Estate experience. Fenced Acre - 2,160 sq.ft. Showroom/Office/ 3 bedrooms - 3 baths - 2,650 sq.ft. Home, Warehouse Building - Great for service Upper and Lower Covered Verandas, Tel/Fax: (242) 365-4648 Based in Elbow Cay Tel/Fax: (242) 366-0032 VHF - Channel 16 cell: (242 ) 477-5350 business or wholesaler - Good relocation Garage - Private Dock, Boat Lift - e.mail: [email protected] e.mail: [email protected] property for businesses expanding into Abaco Beautifully Furnished. from Nassau or Freeport. AB110 - $290,000. #AB71- $1,320,000. Great Guana Cay, Green Turtle Cay, Treasure Cay and North Abaco Great Guana Cay -"Plum Loco" - 3 bedroom, 2 bath - 1,228 sq.ft. home - on almost 1/2 acre with 100' of beautiful beachfront. Tastefully Furnished and fully equipped - #AB97- $752,000. Great Guana Cay - "Aquarium" - Boat Harbour Area - 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 1,100 sq.ft. Home. Great Elevation, Superb views - Fully Equipped. #AB98 - $345,000 NEW LISTING NEW LISTING Green Turtle Cay - "Surcouf" -2,130 sq.ft. home on 1/4 acre - 2nd floor, 2 bedroom, 2 bath - separate 1st floor apartment, 1 bedroom, 1 bath Across road from beach. Good rental income potential Furnished - Ready for Occupancy - #AB86 - $585,000. Green Turtle Cay - Family Residence - 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath -2,265 sq.ft. living space on two floors "Endless Summer" "Point of View" on 1 1/2 secluded acres. # AB35 - $945,000. Green Turtle Cay -"On De Sound" Black Sound - 3 bedroom, 3 bath - 3,000 sq.ft. home on .83 acres. - 180' of waterfront. 1,200 sq.ft. 2 bedroom, 1 bath cottage - 320 sq.ft.studio. Marsh Harbour - Eastern Shores - 4 Elbow Cay - Dorros Cove - 3 bedroom, 2 195' of private dock - fully equipped.- Great Rental - #AB108 - $1,390,000. bedroom, 3 bath - 2,700 sq.ft. Home. Private bath, 2,500 sq.ft residence with 2 bedroom, 1 Treasure Cay - "Chameleon Bay" - 4 bedroom, 2 bath, 2,478 sq.ft. Home. 150' of Treasure Cay Dock with boat lift on the Sea of Abaco. Some bath - 1,100 sq.ft guest house. Southeastern Beachfront - over 1 1/2 acres. # AB95 - $925,000. of the most Fabulous Panoramic Views in point of island. Swimming Pool - Private boat Treasure Cay - "Son Burns" - 4 bedroom - 3 bath - 2,160 sq.ft. home on two floors, 750 sq.ft. of Abaco. Across the road from Beach. fully slip. Superb ocean and cay views. Fully open sundeck on upper level, 750 sq.ft. of porch on lower. - almost 3/4 Acre on Galleon Furnished. #AB118 - $1,500,000. Furnished - # AB112- $2,100,000. Bay Canal - Private Dock - Fully Furnished. # AB72 - $575,000. Treasure Cay - "Honey's Home" - 3 bedroom, 3 bath - 1,600 sq.ft. home - 2/3 Acre on Galleon Bay VACANT LAND Canal Private Dock with Boat Lift - Great Canal and Sea of Abaco Views. # AB66 - $765,000. Treasure Cay - Treasure Cay Drive -"Steiner House" - 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath - 2,200 sq.ft. home on Marsh Harbour - Great Abaco Club - Canal Front Building Sites two levels - upper level deck - almost 1/2 Acre - Good Sea of Abaco Views. Short stroll to beach. #40 - 9,778 sq.ft. - AB5155 - Extra Large Corner Parcel - NEW LISTING - $299,000. Great family home. fully Furnished. #AB116 - $925,000. #41 - 7,070 sq.ft. - AB5156 - Good Elevation - Sea View - NEW LISTING - $360,000. Sand Banks Creek - "Dannie's Den" - 2 bedroom, 2 bath new home + 80' Waterfront - Almost 1 1/2 #45 - 6,968 sq.ft. - AB5066 - Good Elevation - Sea View - NEW PRICE - $285,000. wooded acres. - Private Dock - # AB73 - NEW PRICE $355,000. #46 - 8,105 sq.ft. - AB5157 - Good Elevation - Sea View - NEW LISTING - $295,000. Bahama Palm Shores - Beachfront Parcel - 100' wide - over 450' deep - over 1 Acre. Land Cleared for Building.34' x 26' Storage Building - - Stairs to Beach - # AB5150 - UNDER CONTRACT NEW LISTING Cabbage Cove - 1/3 Acre - Sea of Abaco Beachfront Building Sites - Mid-way between Marsh "OnTheRocks" Harbour and Treasure Cay - # AB5142 - $118,000. Elbow Cay - "Marnie's Creek" - 1/2 acre hillside building sites, a private dock slip for each parcel Fabulous Sea of Abaco views - # AB5114 - from: $230,000. Green Turtle Cay - Coco Bay Area - "Madiera Hill" - 1.497 Acres - 312' x 209' - Waterfront access super views. # AB5143 - $395,000. NEW LISTING Green Turtle Cay - "Coco Sound" - 28 prime residential building sites - between Coco Bay and White Sound from 1/4 - 1/2 acre # AB5090 - from: $59,000. Sand Banks Creek - One Acre plus - Wooded lots with over 90' of water frontage on Bay - 3 miles south of Treasure Cay - Limited Number Available. # AB5069 - from: $63,700. "Final Approach" PRIVATE ISLAND- "Carrington Cay" - 1.4 Acres- Near Leisure Lee - # AB5147 - $375,000.

UNDER CONTRACT Treasure Cay - Brigantine Bay - 6 bedroom, 4 Great Guana Cay - 5.9 Beautiful sea-to-sea 1/2 bath - 5,500 sq.ft. Canal-front home on acres- South end of Great Guana Cay 395' of two levels - 100' Dock with 6' depth, Four car Ocean frontage. 160' of Sea of Abaco frontage. garage. Great family home or Corporate 245' of semi-private boat basin frontage. Good retreat. fully and tastefully Furnished. elevations for fabuolus ocean and sea views #AB120 - $2,290,000. #AB5176 - $2,950,000

Margot Lee John Estate Agent Cash, BRI "Down South" "Ceylon's Isle" - "Rosewood" Estate Agent Joined H.G. Christie, in 1998. Joined H.G. Christie, Man-O-War Cay - Settlement - 1 bedroom, 1 Man-O-War Cay - 2 1/2 Acres Sea-to-sea. in 2000. bath - 780 sq.ft. Cottage - upper level 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 1,920 sq.ft. residence. Based in dormitory - Convenient to beach, grocery and 1 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath guest complex on beach. Man-O-War Cay Based in marina. Perfect for the yachtsman who wishes 259' of beautiful Sea of Abaco beach. Lush Treasure Cay a compact base ashore Furnished. landscaping, a myriad of fruit trees. Tel: (242) 365-6156 Tel/Fax: (242) 365-8467 #AB117 - UNDER CONTRACT Fully furnished and equipped. Superb Views. Fax: (242) 365-6229 Cell: (242) 477-5056 # AB111 - $3,700,000 e.mail: [email protected] e.mail: [email protected]

HGChristie.com - "All you need to know about real estate in The Bahamas!" 05/01/04 Page 14 The Abaconian May 1, 2004 School News Agriculture Is Expanding flourishing The area has already been identified and School From Page 1 By Lyndon Scott vegetable pro- the materials are expected to be shipped in very soon. Bootle athletes went to Nassau where they Agriculture Science at the S.C. Bootle duction. Mr. Lyndon Scott would like to openly performed exceptionally well. The school High School has expanded by leaps and With the thank the principal and staff and more par- was able to pick up six medals, the best bounds. According to Mr. Hamlin help of the ticularly the students of Agricultural Sci- showing ever in the history of the school. Newbold, the Agriculture Supervisor in the Ministry of ence for their cooperation and hard work The Golden Boy of the group was Alexander Ministry of Education, the Agriculture Education for making the programme a tremendous Rolle, who came first in the Decathlon. Sil- Programme at the school is the fastest de- goat and success. ver medals came from Casteo McDonald veloping programme in the entire Bahamas. sheep production is ex- in the Long Jump and Chris Nesbitt in the Thanks to the agricultural Science teacher, Please see School Page 15 5000 meters. Bronze medals came from Mr. Lyndon Scott, who is perservering pected to be This is one of the pigs Casteo McDonald and Amanda Parker in despite several constraints such as a reduc- added to the being raised by the the Triple Jump and Prisca McIntosh in the tion of periods allotted to him, lack of wa- programme Agricultural Science Discus Throw. ter, etc. The plat is now fully fenced and for the next students of S.C. Bootle Apart from the medalists, most of the more programmes are added to make the school year. High School. other athletes qualified for the semi-finals subject more excited. and finals in their events. Coach Lyndon Following the success story with produc- Scott and physical education teacher, Mr. tion of chickens, Mr. Scott and the students Jose Torres, the staff and students of S. C. of Agriculture Science have added pig pro- Bootle High would like to thank all the ath- duction to the fray. In the pens which were letes for their full participation and wish constructed by the Agriculture students of them well in their future endeavors. We a last graduating class are four fattened sow thank all of the sponsors who supported us pigs, each weighing about 200 pounds. financially including: Treasure Cay Resort, When sold each of these pigs can generate Spanky’s Liquor Store, the National Insur- at least $250. The pigs and their feed were ance Board, Treasure Cay Mini-Market, supplied by the Ministry of Education. Banyon Beach Resort, Mr. Gilbert of Presently, there is a green house under Bahama Star Farm, Ms. Olanthea Russell construction and this is expected to be com- and Mr. Estin Sawyer, the Music Man. pleted by the end of the term. With its completion the production of ornamental crops (flowers) will be added to the already

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and culture. Literacy – the use of written Competitions between the houses of the Workshop for Facilitators School From Page 14 communication – finds its place in our lives Warriors, Dragons and Marlins were held By Isobel Sherman. Central Abaco Primary alongside other ways of communicating. for all students from pre K through Grade Mrs. Joyce Pinder, Family Life Coordi- Indeed, literacy itself takes many forms: on 12. nator for Grand Bahamas, conducted a one- School Gets Ready to paper, on the computer screen, on TV, on At the end of the meet it was a tie for day workshop on April 2 to train facilita- Celebrate Literacy Week posters and signs. Those who use literacy first place between the Warriors and the tors for the Parental Training Course. The By Portia Jonsson take it for granted, but those who cannot Marlin. The teachers’ race decided which workshop was held at the Resource Center Literacy is about more than reading and use it are excluded from much communica- house would take first place which was in Marsh Harbour and was organized by writing – it is about how we communicate tion in today’s world. Efforts must be made the Warriors in green. Second place went Mrs. Sandy Edwards, Family Life and Re- in society. It is about social practices and to ensure that we are on the right track to- to the Marlins and third place went to productive Health Coordinator on Abaco. relationships, about knowledge, language wards literacy for all and thus education the Dragons. Members of the Warriors The Parental Training Program was in- for all. House were treated to a cake and will troduced on Grand Bahamas last year, and This is the reason have possession of the Floating Trophy Mrs. Pinder has trained several facilitators why the Central Abaco until the next Inter House Sports Meet in Primary School has de- 2005. Please see School Page 16 clared May 3rd-7th as Literacy Week. A very busy week with many different literacy activities is planned to promote and create a social awareness in the school and neighbouring com- Great Fares, munities through educa- Friendly, Safe and tion. Reliable Service. Together, we can make a difference in our Frequent service to: communities so that ev- • Ft. Lauderdale eryone has access to lit- • West Palm Beach eracy in ways that are relevant and meaning- ful. Sports at St. Charters Available to anywhere in Francis The Bahamas and Florida By Isobel Sherman Call: 1-888-YELLOW-4 St. Frances de Sales or Fax: 1-954-359-5324 with your request. School held its annual Inter House sports Day Check our website www.flyyellowairtaxi.com The Agriculural Science students of S.C. Bootle High School on April 2 at the school. have raised chickens and are now raising pigs and growing vegetables. Chris Thompson Real Estate Family Island Specialists Sea To Sea Estate Property

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This Property is Shown by Appointment Only and is Offered Exclusively by Chris Thompson Real Estate Family Island Specialists Located at One Purple Porpoise Place • Hope Town, Abaco, Bahamas Contact Chris Thompson or Greg Roberts (242) 366-0216 phone • (242) 366-0223 fax Visit our website for additional listings at www.elbow-cay.com Page 16 The Abaconian May 1, 2004 More School News To quote the late Rose Kennedy, “I The Might Marlins of Abaco Central Central Abaco Primary School From Page 15 looked on child rearing not as a work of High School took on St. Francis de Sales. love and duty but as a professions that was The final score was Abaco Central High Heritage Month Is Celebrated who are conducting the workshops on Grand fully as interesting and challenging in any Marlins 6 and St Francis de Sales 3. The By Anastacia Seymour Bahamas. Parents of grade one students and honourable profession in the world and one winning pitcher for the Marlins was Henry Central Abaco Primary School celebrated grade seven students will be invited to par- that demanded the best that I could bring Williams with 5 strike outs. Tyler Russell the month of March as Bahamian Heritage ticipate in these workshops. There are six it.” was tagged with the loss but had 8 strike Month under the theme Dis We Culture one-hour sessions in the Parental Training Parents of grade one and grade seven stu- outs. Through Music and Dance. To climax the Workshop program and parents who attend dents will be receiving letters informing month a special assembly was held where four out of the six sessions will receive a Abaco Central High School them of the dates of these workshops. Track Team Brought students danced the Heel and Toe as well certificate of participation. The sessions deal Baseball League as the Conch Style. They also sang songs with such topics as the types of parenting, Medals Home Begins Practice such as Naughty Johnny by Eddie Minnis identifying children’s personalities and how Recently an eight member squad from and Uncle Lou by Esau Mckenzie. Poems to communicate effectively with your child. The Abaco Schools Athletic Association the Abaco Central High Mighty Marlins such as Dancing Poinciana by Telcine Mrs. Pinder has pioneered this training pro- got its Baseball League for 13- to 14-year- Track and Field Team, coached by Elva Turner were recited. gram and now Mrs. Edwards would like it olds started yesterday at the St. Francis de Davis, traveled to New Providence to com- The highlight of the closing assembly was to begin on Abaco. Sales playing field. pete in the Bahamas Amateur Athletic a guest performance by Abaco’s own Eu- Association’s National High School Cham- gene “Geno D” Davis and the Impact Band. pionships. Geno D encouraged the students to put God The team performed extremely well says first and to always believe in themselves. coach Davis with exceptional performances He urged them to remember Winners Never from the following: Quit and Quitters Never Win. Presentations Traz Nixon, who earned a Silver Medal were made to persons of the Abaco com- in the Under 15 Boys 100 Meters and placed munity who made contributions to help this a close 4th in the Under 15 Boys 200 meters. month to be a success. Nadiege D’Mercy earned a Bronze Medal This celebration is held every year at the in the Under 15 Girls 800 Meters and placed school to educate the students about our rich 4th in the Long Jump. Bahamian heritage and culture and to en- Kareem Parker made the finals in the courage them to be proud of our heritage. Under 20 Boys 200 Meters and the semi- finals of the Under 20 boys 100 Meters. Javon Cambridge placed 5th in the Un- der 20 Boys High Jump. It Pays to The other team members include Brandy Wallace, Rosna Jonnasaint, Kevin Altidor and Collin Swain who also turned in out- Advertise standing performances. St. Francis de Sales School honored those who did well in an intra-school sporting competition. They are, left to right, Abidemi Simon, Cordell Johnson, Zinnia Miller, Oswald Parker, Shaquille Telci, Freceal Cornish, Joy Mackey and Celeste Kelly.

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Queen Elizabeth Drive Marsh Harbour Mon - Sat 8:30 am - 5:30 pm Tel: 367-2017 We’ve Got Something for Everyone May 1, 2004 The Abaconian Page 17 S.C. Bootle Choir Performed Concert By Portia Jonsson formance at Revival Time Pentecostal Obituaries of Family and Friends With help of some members of a very Church in Cooper’s Town. Although the The funeral for Jermaine Jackson Th- The funeral for Timothy McBride, 27, experienced and talented gospel choir, To- school choir boasts a total of 65 members, ompson, 30, was held in Nassau on April formerly of Moore’s Island was held on tal Experience, students at S.C. Boodle only nine students turned out for the con- 24. His body was found in the Blue Hole April 17 in Nassau. Interment was in the Secondary School have formed their own cert. Despite the small number, the students near Bustic Bight on Good Friday. He is Public Cemetery of Moore’s Island. gospel group. did a wonderful job and the evening was survived by his mother Elizabeth Julia Smith He is survived by brothers Wellington, Pastor Patrinell Wright, Founder and most enjoyable. Cox; grandmother Cecila Penn Smith; Jeffery and Willard Johnson, Salathiel and Director of the Total Experience Gospel After arriving in Cooper’s Town, Pastor brother Devonne Smith; sisters Shannette Ronnie McBride; sisters Judy and Betty Choir in Seattle, Washington, was invited Wright worked with the students every day. Thompson McKinney, Anastacia and Jennis Johnson, Ida Birch, Kadie and Sherlene to Cooper’s Town by Ms. Rebecca She taught them not to use their full voices Thompson and Sharon Cunningham; broth- McBride; grandmother Earlene Knowles; Valrejean, art teacher, to work with the kids when singing, instead soften their “attack” ers-in-law, sister-in-law; and many other nephews Wesley Sr., Ahmad, Akeem, at the school in order to create a gospel on their music. She noted that there were relatives and friends. Ancil, Clement and Andy Johnson, Isaiah choir. Pastor Wright and Ms. Valrejean met some very gifted singers in the group and Ralph Bishop Moore, 63, passed away McBride, Joseph Birch, Chanquin Russell; about six years ago when Ms. Valrejean plans to have about eight or 10 of them after a long illness on April 12 at his home grand nephew Wesley Jr,; nieces Darlene, was producing a CD and invited Total Ex- travel to Seattle, Washington, this summer in Treasure Cay. Mr. Moore, formerly of Deandra, Brittany, Gwendia, Breanna perience Gospel Choir to assist in her CD for the experience. Carbonear, Newfoundland, Canada, is sur- Shanny, Asia and Ahdasa Johnson, Salasha release. Accompanying Pastor Wright were This was Pastor Wright’s third trip to vived by his wife Colette; sons Paul (Laurie and Gwendolyn McBride, Amanda Birch, four members of the Total Experience Gos- the island but her team members’ first. She Ann) and Sean (Tammy); grandsons Avi Chilliann Martin, Deaudra and Decarda pel Choir. hopes to have her choir, Total Experience, and Elijah; and many other relatives and Russell; grand niece Coronique Daminanos; On March 27th students of the newly tour Abaco next year. friends. His ashes will be scattered in the aunts Verletta and Iva Davis, Annie Rob- formed gospel group gave their first per- Sea of Abaco at his request. A celebration erts, Edna Knowles and Althea McBride; of his life will be held in Treasure Cay at a uncles Solomon McBride, Charles and Seat Belt Law Enforcement Will Begin future date. In lieu of flowers, Ralph re- Christopher Knowles; sisters-in-law Sheryl quested a science fund for the children of and Donnamae Johnson, Meldina and Jour- The Road Traffic Division of the Royal fic Division and Road Traffic Departments Abaco be established. ney McBride; brothers-in-law Joseph Birch Bahamas Police Force has announced that have been trying to sensitize the motoring Donations can be sent to Ralph Moore and Andy Johnson; and many other rela- its officers will begin enforcing the seat belt public to the use of their seatbelts in prepa- Science Fund, c/o P.O. 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She plans to attend college in the Devaughan Edgecombe, the son of Mrs. be majoring in biology at Shenandoah, then Scholarship Foundation is able to award 13 United States and pursue an education in Sarah Dawkins of Murphy Town, has been plans to enter a pre-medicine program. partial scholarships this year instead of its medicine. attending Palm Beach Atlantic University Dawson Malone will be entering a pre- usual ten. This is fortunate because the num- Mario Sawyer, a 2003 graduate of Abaco where he is majoring in business. He is a law program at the College of the Bahamas ber of applicants was almost double those Central High School, is now attending ATI 2002 graduate of Abaco Central High this year. He will graduate from Agape of previous years. Pathfinders is continu- Career Training Center in Fort Lauderdale School. Christian School this June and is the son of ing to help support 21 of the 30 students it where he is studying architectural drafting. Tia Knowles will be a 2004 graduate of William C.G. Malone, Sr. and Charlotte has funded in the last three years. Nine of Mr. Sawyer is the son of Mrs. Erma Saw- Forest Heights Academy. She is consider- Malone of Casuarina Point. those 30 have either completed their un- yer of Dundas Town. ing several colleges in the United States Joshua Malone, the son of George and dergraduate education or have secured for David McHale Davis, the son of Atlee where she plans to major in theater and Debbie Malone of Man-O-War, is a gradu- themselves full scholarships from their col- and Michelle Davis of Murphy Town, is psychology. She is the daughter of Mr. and ate of Forest Heights Academy. He plans leges. A reception for this year’s new re- now attending St. John’s University in Min- Mrs. Gary Knowles of Marsh Harbour. to attend either Palm Beach Atlantic Uni- cipients and their families and current Path- nesota where he is majoring in environmen- Sabrina Laing of Black Wood is currently versity or Toccoa Falls College in Georgia finder students will be held May 30 at the tal science. He is a 2001 graduate of Abaco attending the College of the Bahamas where and study computer information systems and Below Decks Restaurant at Abaco Beach Central High School. she is taking classes to prepare her for en- business administration. Resort. Shane Cash, who will graduate this year tering the nursing program there. Miss Miquell Miller of Green Turtle Cay will The selection of this year’s students was from Forest Heights Academy, will be at- Woods is a 1999 graduate of S.C. Bootle graduate from Forest Heights Academy this very difficult because of the large number tending Ramapo University in New Jersey. High School and is the daughter of Esther year. Miss Miller has been accepted at of outstanding applicants. After the appli- There he plans to obtain a degree in sec- Laing. Ramapo University in New Jersey and plans cation review process and the personal in- ondary education and hopes to become a Samantha Major has been awarded a to eventually go into medicine. Miss Miller terviews, Pathfinders’ scholarship commit- history teacher and coach here on Abaco. four-year scholarship to Shenandoah Uni- is the daughter of Patricia McIntosh. tee made the following selections. He is the son of Don and Carrie Cash of versity in Winchester,Virginia, through a Sarah Swain is a 1994 graduate of Abaco Vilene Baptiste is the first recipient of a Hope Town. partnership between the university, Mrs. Central High School. For the last several scholarship provided through Pathfinders Chervain Dean graduated from Abaco Rhonda Hull of Marsh Harbour and Abaco years she has been an assistant head cashier from Food for the Poor, Inc. of Deerfield, Central High School and then attended Col- Pathfinders. This unique scholarship was at Price Right, Ltd. She has completed a Florida. This scholarship was facilitated by lege of the Bahamas where she was awarded facilitated by Dr. and Mrs. Jack Helm, resi- certificate programme in daycare education Mr. David Price, who is that foundation’s an Associate arts degree in psychology. She dents of Winchester and second home own- and plans to attend the College of the Baha- Secretary/Treasurer and Chief Counselor. plans to pursue her studies in psychology ers on Elbow Cay. Miss Major, who is the mas and earn a degree in primary educa- The scholarship is in the honor of the Most at one of the two schools where she has daughter of Ms. Wanda MacKey of Hope tion. She is the daughter of Stevenson Jay Reverend Catholic Archbishop of the Dio- been accepted, Louisiana State University Town, first graduated from Forest Heights and Margaret Swain of Dundas Town. Prices May Rise By Isobel Sherman risen also as a result of Mad Cow Disease. Television stations in Miami have been Mr. Sawyer also stated that his suppliers reporting a rise in milk prices this past of paper products have said prices will rise week. They say this is due to the decrease in June for all paper products. in the number of cows which is being Some economists in the United States are blamed on Mad Cow Disease. predicting inflation which means higher According to Chad Sawyer of Price Right prices for goods and services, higher inter- Check out our fantastic his suppliers have informed him of a rise in est rates. milk prices. 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All emergencies and walk-ins are welcome Proverbs 3:5-6 HERRSHERRSHERRS Welch’s Page 20 The Abaconian May 1, 2004 More News of the Cays More Letters to the Editor recruited seven volunteers. They left the sea wall and parking lot between the gov- Letters From Page 9 Cays From Page 7 next morning under cloudy skies. Fortu- ernment dock and the property of Guana nately, a light rain had fallen during the night kept it away from the paddock area. Abaco’s new juice plant near Spring City Beach Resort. This was a project of the and the worst of the fire was out. The vol- Rehor said “We were at the farm border as well as the old schoolhouse at Chero- Guana Cay Community Association. unteers, slogging through still smoking ru- where the fence trail had been an effective kee, which has recently been refurbished Other self-funded items include the fund- ins of trees reminiscent of a scene from the block when the wind gusted to about 20k as a community centre. The students had ing of Guana Fire and Rescue, a new fire The Lord of the Rings, repaired the fence out of the west and turned the thing right lunch at the Sand Bar Restaurant and then truck and, most recently, a raffle to secure by 3 p.m. back on us. The worker and I were sepa- attended an Earth Day event sponsored by funding for a new fire house to house the Rehor said, “These few words don’t con- rated by a wall of fire, but we were able to Friends of the Environment. Friends of the truck and associated equipment. vey the amount of walking and hauling the shout over the noise, enough to know that Environment was organized in 1988 by a There have also been innumerable fund volunteers did. The women stood guard on each of us was still safe. We are totally group of Hope Town residents and has a raising dinners, raffles and community the horses for hours. Since the two men burned out in areas that escaped the last growing number of supporters who are con- events for the benefit of the Guana Cay who usually work on the preserve were fire in December.” cerned about Abaco’s greatest resource, the School and many people and projects. exhausted from being up all night with the While fighting the fire, Rehor was so sea around us. Government Funding horses. (one man had been on site for 24 furious that it took awhile before she real- Other Community News What does Guana Cay get back from the hours), we would have had days of work ized that her jeans were ablaze. Fortunately, ahead of us without this timely help. And at We are happy to report that Mrs. Elva government to pay for capital improve- there was still water left in the sprayer at the end of it all the women found that sec- Gates is recuperating at Princess Margaret ments, repairs to existing infrastructure, fire the time. Her jeans had scorch marks and tions of burned rope made great skip ropes. Hospital in Nassau, having suffered a cere- protection, solid waste management, postal there was a golf ball sized blister on her We had a wonderful display of techniques bral hemorrhage. She and her family are service, medical services, street lights, po- ankle bone. right up to double Dutch and some skip- grateful for the community’s support and lice protection? Nearly a third more fence was burned, ping verses in French! A really rotten situ- prayers. and now there is not enough fence or other ation was wrapped up with smiles.” The Man-O-War Pirates hosted a pre- Fishing From Page 2 needed materials to enclose the area that On behalf of the Wild Horses of Abaco, season “fun” game against the Green was being set aside for the five horses who thanks to Pattie Toler for her net work, Turtles. They wish to thank all their friends to Black Gold with 1050 points and third are still outside the preserve in unhealthy Kathryn Bamford and John Webb, Arne and who have made donations of time and place went to Anejo with 600 points. These habitat. Beverly Myrseth, Barbara and Jerry Allen, money to the re-landscaping of the ballfield. three boats held their respective positions That night Pattie Toler, who is the an- and Terry Campbell. While the project is by no means complete, from the first day of the tournament. chor for the local cnuisers’ VHF radio net, sod is being purchased and installed as time, Organizers were pleased with this first water and funds allow. tournament and the fist catch and release The New Life Bible Church will host its tournament held at Abaco Beach Resort. 10th Annual Missions Conference from June 2 to June 6 featuring special guest Cherokee Food Fair speakers. All are welcome to attend. Groceries - All you need & more Guana, The Can Do Cay Remember Fruit & Vegetables • Canned Goods By the Guana Observer Dairy Products • Frozen Foods Guana Cay has a long history of self- Your Mother on Phone or Fax 366-2022 sufficiency and a can-do attitude. This is Mon - Fri 7:30 am - 6 pm • Sat 7:30 am - 7 pm made evident by the volunteerism in get- Mother’s Day The Place to be Is Cherokee ting infrastructure projects completed despite the lack of government funding. Two major projects in which this writer took part were the re-paving of several hundred yards of the 10-foot-wide concrete roads in March and April of 1995 and the construction of the community decking around the fig tree in 1997. The road work occupied more than 30 members of the community for several weekends. Heavy equipment was donated by Charles Sands and more than 1000 hours of labor completed the work. The fig tree decking materials were secured by Mike Malone, then Chief Coun- cillor of Central Abaco, and the labor was supplied over several weekends by the community. A smaller project, that of a sea wall in front of Milo’s store after Hurricane Floyd, was completed using discarded poles and lumber, the detritus of the hurricane. Heavy equipment was again donated by Charles Sands. Another effort was that of constructing a

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Hotels and House Rental Agents Center Console with T-Top + agents who have multiple cottages and houses 2 Dive Platforms with Swim Ladder Area Code 242 unless listed otherwise Marsh Harbour area VHF • Depth Finder • Igloo Cooler Casuarina Point Abaco Beach Resort 82 rms 367-2158 Different of Abaco 8 rm 20 cott 366-2150 Abaco Real Estate 6 hse + 367-2719 2 Anchors • Full Safety Equipment Cherokee Abaco Towns 32 effic 367-2227 Offers the Smooth and Ultra Dry Ride of the MERCPANGA Hull Lee Pinder 3 hse + 366-2053 Alesia’s 3 rms 367-4460 Grand Cay Ambassador Inn 6 rms 367-2022 P.O. Box AB-22995 • Man-O-War Cay • Abaco • Bahamas Rosie’s Place 352-5458 Bustick Bight Resort 8 rms 367-3980 Ph: (242) 365-6008 • Fax: (242) 365-6151 Conch Inn 9 rms 367-4000 e-mail: [email protected] Green Turtle Cay Bank Apartments 3 apts 365-4105 D’s Guest House 6 rms 367-3980 Bluff House 8 rm 20 cott 365-4200 Great Abaco Club 12 hse + 367-4151 Chris Plummer 3 hse 365-4648 Island Breezes Motel 8 rms 367-3776 Coco Bay Cottages 4 cott 365-5464 Lofty Fig Villas 6 eff 367-2681 Green Turtle Club 34 rm 365-4271 Pelican Beach Villas 6 cott 367-3600 Island Properties 34 hse + 365-4047 Sunset Point Resort 8 rm 367-5333 New Plymouth Inn 9 rm 365-4161 Moore’s Island Ocean Blue Properties 30 + 365-4636 Moore’s Is Bonefish Camp8 rm 366-6334 Roberts Cottages 3 cott 365-4105 Sandy Point Guana Cay Oeisha’s Resort 366-4139 Dolphin Bch Resort 4 rm 10 cott.365-5137 Pete & Gay’s Resort 14 rm 366-4119 Coco Paradise 8 cott 365-5197 Rickmon’s Bonefishing 10 rm 366-4477 Donna Sands 12 hse + 365-5195 Spanish Cay Full Range of Reliable Guana Seaside 8 rm 7 cott 365-5106 Spanish Cay Resort 18 rm 6 hse 365-0083 Johnson & Advanced Harbour View Haven 365-5028 Treasure Cay Evinrude Motors. Ria-Mar Rentals 5 + 365-6241 Bahama Beach Club 365-8500 Sea Shore Villas 365-5028 Banyan Beach Resort 21 rm 365-8111 In Stock - 2 hp thru 250 hp Hope Town Island Dreams 45 hse + 365-8507 at Lower than U.S. Prices. Abaco Inn 22 rm 366-0133 Treasure Cay Resort 95 rms 365-8801 Club Soleil 6 rm 1 cott 366-0003 Walker’s Cay Full Range of Johnson & Crystal Villas 7 villas 366-0522 Walker’s Cay Resort 353-1252 Evinrude Parts in Stock. Elbow Cay Prop 53 hse + 366-0035 Wood Cay Hope T Harb Lodge 25 rm 366 0095 Tangelo Hotel 19 rm 3 villas 365-2222 Factory Trained Mechanics Hope T Hideaways 63 hse + 366-0224 General for Abaco Hope T Villas 3 hse + 366-0030 & Reliable Service. Listings for the entire island Lighthouse Rentals 4 cott 366-0154 Abaco Vacations + 800-633-9197 Ask About Our Three Year Sea Grass 10 hse + 366-0290 Bahamas Vacations + 800-462-2426 Sea Gull Cottages 3 hse + 366--0266 Warranty Policy. Abaco Bound + 242-367-5576 Sea Spray Resort 5 villas 366-0065 Web Sites Tanny Key 43 hse + 366-0053 with general Abaco information Turtle Hill 4 villas 366-0557 DOLPHIN MARINE • Green Turtle Cay • 242-365-4262 www.abacoinet.com Lubbers Quarters www.abacoinfo.com Sea Level Cottages 4 hue 366-3121 ISLAND MARINE • Parrot Cay • 242-366-0282 www.abacos.com Man-O-War SEA HORSE MARINE • Hope Town • 242-366-0023 www.go-abacos.com Island Home Rentals 8 hse+ 365-6048 www.oii.net ROBERTS MARINE • Green Turtle Cay • 242-365-4249 Ria-mar Rentals 9 + 365-6241 www.bahamas.com - Min. of Tourism Schooner’s Landing 5 condos 365-6072 May 1, 2004 The Abaconian Page 23

Emergency Services Police (Marsh Harbour) 367-2560 Fire - Marsh Harb. Volunteer Fire Dept. 367-2000 Fire -Hope Town Volunteer Fire Dept. VHF Ch 16 Visitors’ Guide Ambulance - Trauma One - Marsh Harbour 367-2911 Restaurants • Services • Transportation Fire - Dundas Town Volunteer 367-2935 or 4935 Area code 242 unless listed Man-O-War Fire & Rescue 365-6911 Abaco Chamber of Commerce Bah Air Sea Rescue Assoc VHF 16 or 366-0282 367-5822 • Fax 367-5823 Fire - Green Turtle Cay Volunteer 365-4133 Bonefish Guides [email protected] Sandy Point Cherokee Medical Services Patrick Roberts .... 366-4286 Theodore Sawyer .... 366-2111 Abaco Family Medicine Marsh Harbour . 367-2295 Nicholas Roberts Will Sawyer ...... 366-2177 Auskell Advanced Medical Clinic ...... 367-0020 Derrick Gaitor Marty Sawyer ...... 366-2115 Marsh Harbour Medical Centre ...... 367-0049 Ferry Schedule Departure times shown • Daily unless noted Ferdinand Burrows366-4133 Noel Lowe ...... 366-2107 Vernal Burrows Junior Albury ...... 366-3058 Government Clinic Marsh Harbour ...... 367-2510 Albury’s Ferry Service • Ph 367-3147 or 365-6010 • VHF Ch. 16 Corbett Clinic Treasure Cay ...... 365-8288 Kendall White Randy Sawyer ...... 366-2284 Marsh Harbour to Hope Town 20 minute trip from Crossing Beach Anthony Bain ...... 366-4107 Hope Town Government Clinic Cooper‘s Town ...... 365-0300 7:15 (M-F) 9 am 10:30 12:15 pm 2 4 5:45 Floyd Burrows ..... 366-4175 Maitland Lowe ...... 366-0133 Government Clinic Green Turtle Cay ..... 365-4028 Return 8 am 9:45 11:30 1:30 pm 3 4 5 (M-F) Government Clinic Hope Town ...... 366-0108 Links Adderly ...... 366-4335 North Abaco Marsh Harbour to Man-O-War 20 minute trip from Crossing Beach Valentino Lightbourne O’Donald McIntosh Government Clinic Sandy Point ...... 366-4010 10:30 am 12:15 pm (M-Sat) 2:30 (M-Sat) 4 5:45 Ricky Burrows ..... 366-4233 Pope McKenzie ...... 477-5894 Government Clinic Fox Town ...... Return 8 am 11:30 (M-Sat) 1:30 pm 3:15 (M-Sat) Marsh Harbour Orthnell Russell ...... 365-0125 Marsh Harbour to Scotland Cay & Guana 40 min. from Conch Inn Buddy Pinder ...... 366-2163 Alexander Rolle ...... 365-0120 ‡ 6:45 am 10:30 1:30 pm 3:30 5:45 (min $40) Jay Sawyer ...... 367-3941 Edward Rolle ...... 365-0024 Return 8 am 11:30 2:30 pm 4:45 pm Justin Sands ...... 367-3526 Green Turtle Cay Taxi Cab Fares for one or two passengers Fare • OneWay / Round Trip Adult $10 / $15 Children $5 / $8 Terrance Davis .... 367-4464 Ronnie Sawyer ...... 365-4070 Plus extra for each passengers above two ‡ Workman’s special Mondays thru Fridays from Union Jack Dock • Between Marsh Harbour Airport and: Danny Sawyer ..... 367-3577 Jeff Survance ...... 365-4040 Ferry Dock or Murphy Town to Ammons Dr ...... $12 + $3 Green Turtle Ferry • Phone 365-4166, 4128, 4151 • VHF Ch 16 Man-O-War Ricky Sawyer ...... 365-4261 Bristol Cellers thru A. Beach Hotel or Gov’t dock thru Green Turtle Cay to Treasure Cay Airport David Albury ...... 365-6059 Dundas Town ...... $10 + $3 8 am 9 11 12:15 1:30 3 4:30 Dove Plaza, Stop Light or Sawyer’s Market ...... $10 + $2 Treasure Cay Airport to Green Turtle Cay Restaurant Guide Gov’t Clinic thru Western Auto ...... $ 6 + $2 Prices $ Low, $$ Moderate, $$$ Upper Gov. freight dock through Dundas Town ...... $10 + $3 8:30 am 10:30 11:30 1:30 2:30 3:30 4:30 5 Murphy Town to Shell Sta ...... $14 + $4 One way adult $7 (Children $3) • Round trip $12 Extra to some destinations (Based on dinner entree range) ‡ Provides ride from town Pelican Shores to Frankie Russel house ...... $14 + $4 Abaco Adventures • Ph 365-8749 VHF Ch 16 + Picnic tables & restroom only Eastern Shores to Peas & Rice house ...... $14 + $4 Treasure Cay to Guana Cay Sunday Lv 12 & returns 4:45 p.m. $25 RT Beyond Russell house or Peas & Rice house ...... $16 + $5 Marsh Harbour T Cay to Man-O-War/ Hope Town - Wed 9:30 am, return 4:30 pm $35 RT Great Cistern ...... $20 + $5 Anglers ...... $$$ ...... 367-2158 T Cay to Guana Cay Sunset Cruise - Fr $25 , call for time Spring City ...... $15 + $5 Conch Crawl ...... $ ...... 367-4444 Snake Cay ...... $35 + $10 Pinder’s Ferry Service Between Abaco & Grand Bahama - Gino’s ...... $ ...... 367-2002 Treasure Cay ...... $60 + $ 10 Golden Grouper ...... $ ...... 367-2301 Casuarina Point ...... $60 + $10 Crown Haven Abaco to McLean’s Town -Daily 7:00 am & 2:30 pm Treasure Cay Airport or Bah Palm Shores ...... $70 + $ 10 McLean’s Town to Crown Haven - Daily 8:30 am & 4:30 pm Hibiscus Cafe ...... $$ ...... 367-2782 Little Harbour or Cherokee ...... $80 + $10 Fare $40 one way • $80 round trip • Children half fare Hummingbird ...... $$ ...... 367-2922 Crossing Rocks ...... $100 + $10 For information call Grand Bahama 353-3093 or Abaco 365-2356 Jamie’s Place ...... $ ...... 367-2880 Sandy Point ...... $135 + $10 Bus serves Freeport and McLean’s Town • Rental automobiles at both terminals. Everyone Jib Room ...... $$ ...... 367-2700 • Between Marsh Harbour Ferry and: Kentucky Fried Chicken (lunch-5pm) 367-2615 Bahamas Ferries Between Nassau & Sandy Point under 4 Hr. reads The Ab Beach Hotel thru Wally’s & Eastern Shore ...... $ 2 each Mangoes ...... $$$ ...... 367-2366 Friday & Sunday Lv Nassau 3:30 pm Lv Sandy Point 8 pm Jib Room ...... $ 3 each Abaconian. Gino’s ...... $ ...... 367-2002 Golden Harvest ...... $5 + $3 Adult fare $90 RT, $50 OW • Call for rates on cars, trucks and cargo Pop’s Place...... $ ..... + .... 367-3796 Stop Light, Dove Plaza, Gov’t dock ...... $ 6 + $3 Call Sandy Point 366-4119 • Marsh Harbour 367-5250 • Nassau 323-2166 Government Freight Dock ...... $ 7 + $3 Sapodilly’s ...... $$$ ...... 367-3498 Gov.Clinic, W. Auto or Nat. Insurance ...... $ 9 + $3 Sea Shells ...... $ ...... 367-4460 Mother Merle restaurant ...... $10 + $3 Please bring errors, omissions or corrections to our attention • Rev 5Mar2004 Snack Shack ...... $ ..... + .... 367-4005 Waiting time $20 per hour, $10 per half hour Snappas ...... $ ...... 367-2278 Children under three - free • Uncaged pets - as people Abaco Marinas Rentals Subway ...... 367-2798 Luggage $.50 each over four, Surf boards $3.00 ea. Slips Fuel Phone Bikes & Scooters • Boats • Cars & Carts Wallys ...... $$$ ...... 367-2074 • Between Treasure Cay Airport and: Dundas Town • Treasure Cay, Bahamas Star, or Moxy ...... $14 + $6 Walker’s Cay Marsh Harbour Ambassador Inn ...... $ ...... 367-2022 • Bronks or Highway Liquors ...... $10 + $5 Walker’s Cay Marina 75 .... F .... 353-1252 A & P Car Rentals ...... 367-2655 • Sand Banks ...... $20 + $5 Green Turtle Cay Blue Wave Boat Rentals ...... 367-3910 Mackerals ...... 367-5932 • Joe’s Creek ...... $35 + $5 Bluff House ...... 45 ...... F .... 365-4200 Concept Boat Rentals ...... 367-5570 Hope Town • Black Wood ...... $14 + $5 Green Turtle Club ..... 32 ...... F .... 365-4271 Laysue Boat Rentals ...... 367-4414 Abaco Inn ...... $$$ ...... 366-0133 • Fire Road ...... $25 + $5 Black Sound Marina . 15 ...... 365-4531 Pier One Boat Rentals ...... 367-3587 Cap’n Jacks ...... $ ...... 366-0247 • Cooper’s Town ...... $30 + $5 Other Shore Club ...... 12 ...... F .... 365-4195 Power Cat Boat Rentals ...... 367-4620 Club Soliel ...... 366-0253 • Cedar Harbour ...... $45 + $5 Abaco Yacht Service 10 ...... F .... 365-4033 Rainbow Boat Rentals ...... 367-4602 Harbour’s Edge ...... $$ ...... 366-0087 • Wood Cay ...... $50 + $5 H T Harbour Lodge ...... $$$ ...... 366-0095 • Mount Hope ...... $55 + $5 Treasure Cay Rental Wheels Scooters, Bikes, Cars 367-4643 Munchies ...... $ ..... + .... 366-0423 • Fox Town ...... $60 + $5 Treasure Cay Marina150 ...... F .... 365-8250 Rich’s Boat Rentals ...... 367-2742 • Marsh Harbour or Crown Haven ...... $65 + $5 Man-O-War Sea Horse Boat Rentals ...... 367-2513 Rudy’s Place...... $$$ ..... ‡ .... 366-0062 • Marsh Harbour Round Trip ...... $85 + $5 Man-O-War Marina ... 26 ...... F .... 365-6008 Sea Star Car Rentals...... 367-4887 Sea Spray ...... $$ ..... ‡ .... 366-0065 TC Hotel to Marsh Harbour ...... $55 + $5 Marsh Harbour Wilmac Car Rentals ...... 367-4970 or 367-4313 Man-O-War TC Hotel to Joe’s Creek ...... $25 + $5 Boat Harbour Marina183 ...... F .... 367-2736 Green Turtle Cay Pavilion ...... $ ...... 365-6185 TC Hotel to Sand Bank ...... $16 + $5 Conch Inn ...... 75 ...... F .... 367-4000 Bay Street Rentals...... 477-5300 365-4070 Hibiscus ...... 365-6380 TC Hotel to Moxey ...... $10 + $5 Harbour View Marina 36 ...... F .... 367-2182 C & D Cart Rental ...... 365-4084 Guana Cay TC Hotel to Bronks ...... $7 + $5 Blue Water Grill ...... $$$ ...... 365-5230 From TC Hotel to All Areas N. of T.C. Airport Add $10 Marsh Harbour Marina52 F 367 2700 D & P Cart Rental ...... 365-4656 Guana Seaside ...... $$$ ...... 365-5106 Waiting Time $12 Per Hour Mangoes ...... 29 ...... F .... 367-2366 Donnie’s Boat Rentalss ...... 365-4119 Port of Call ...... 24 ...... F .... 367-2287 New Plymouth Cart Rentals . 365-4188 or 4149 Nippers ...... $$$ ...... 365-5143 Air Lines Serving Abaco Abaco Yacht Haven .... 7 ...... 367-3079 Reef Boat Rentals ...... 365-4145 Orchid Bay ...... 365-5175 Treasure Cay Air Florida - Ft. Lauderdale ...... 367-5599 Hope Town Sea Side Carts ...... 477-5497 Air Sunshine - Ft. Lauderdale ...... 367-2800 Hope Town Marina .... 16 ...... 366-0003 T & A Cart Rentals ...... 375-8055 Florence’s Cafe ...... $ American Eagle - Miami ...... 367-2231 Hope Town Hideaways ...... 366-0224 Guana Cay Coconuts ...... Bahamasair - Nassau & W. Palm Beach ...... 367-2095 Lighthouse Marina ...... 6 ...... F .... 366-0154 Donna Sands Cart Rentals ...... 365-5195 Harbour Cafe ...... $ ...... 365-8635 Bimini Island Air - Ft Lauderdale ...... 954-938-8991 Sea Spray ...... 50 ...... F .... 366-0065 Dive Guana Boats & bikes ...... 365-5178 Hudson’s Delight ...... $ ...... 365-8648 Calypso Air- Ft Laud & W Palm Bch ...... 954-3594191 Spanish Cay Man-O-War Spinnaker Restaurant ... $$$ ...... 365-8469 Continental Connection - Miami Spanish Cay Marina . 75 ...... F .... 365-0083 Conch Pearl Boat Rentals ...... 365-6059 Touch of Class ...... $$$ ...... 365-8195 Ft. Laud and W Palm Beach ...... 367-3415 Traveller’s Rest...... 365-8654 Island Express - Ft Lauderdale ...... 357-6684 Guana Cay Island Treasures Cart Rentals ...... 365-6072 Green Turtle Cay Major’s Air Service - Freeport ...... 367-4826 Orchid Bay ...... 32 ...... F .... 365-5175 Ria-mar Golf Cart Rentals ...... 365-6241 Southern Air - Nassau ...... 367-2498 Boats coming from U.S. can clear Customs at Water Ways Boat Rent .. 357-6540 & 365-6143 Bluff House ...... $$$ ...... 365-4200 Twin Air - Fort Lauderdale ...... 365-8677 Walker’s Cay, Spanish Cay, Green Turtle Cay, Hope Town Jolly Roger Bistro ...... $$ ...... 365-4200 USAir - Ft. Laud and W. Palm Bch ...... 367-2231 Treasure Cay or Marsh Harbour Bike Shop Bicycle Rentals ...... 366-0292 Green Turtle Club ...... $$$ ...... 365-4271 Vintage Props & Jets - New Smyrna B...... 367-4852 Cat’s Paw Boat Rentals ...... 366-0380 Laura’s Kitchen ...... $$ ...... 365-4287 Yellow Air Taxi - Ft Lauderdale ...... 954-359-0292 Hope Town Cart Rentals...... 366-0064 McIntosh’s Restaurant ...... $ ...... 365-4625 New Plymouth Inn ...... $$$ ...... 365-4161 Dive Shops - Marsh Harbour Island Cart Rentals ...... 366-0448 Local charter companies serving Bahamas & S.Florida Plymouth Rock Cafe ...... 365-4234 Abaco Air ...... 367-2266 Dive Abaco ...... 367-2787 Island Marine Boat Rentals ...... 366-0282 Rooster’s Rest ...... $$ ...... 365-4066 Cherokee Air Charters ...... 367-2089 Abaco Beach Dive Center ...... 367-2963 Sea Horse Boat Rentals ...... 366-0023 Sundowners...... 365-4060 Hope Town Sea Spray Resort Boat Rentals ...... 366-0065 Wrecking Tree Restaurant Froggies ...... 366-0431 T & N Cart Rentals ...... 366-0069 Treasure Cay Treasure Cay Harbour Café (ferry dock) . $ ..... + .... 365-8635 Treasure Divers ...... 365-8465 Alison Car Rent ...... 365-8193 Sandy Point Big J’s ...... $ ...... 366-4020 Tours & Excursions Treasure Cay Adventures ...... 365-8111 Cas’s Carts ...... 365-8771 Nancy’s ...... Kayak • Abaco Outback • Marsh Harbour. . 367-5358 Green Turtle Cay Claridge’s Cart Rentals...... 365-8248 Oeishas ...... 366-4139 Birding * Abaco Outback • Marsh Harbour . 367-5358 Brendal’s Dive Center ...... 365-4411 Cornish Car Rentals ...... 365-8623 Pete & Gays ...... $$$ ...... 366-4119 Evening dinner cruise • Dive Abaco • Marsh H . 367-2787 Guana Cay Dive Guana ...... 365-5178 JIC Boat Rentals ...... 365-8465 Seaside Inn ...... $$$ ...... 366-4120 Excursion boat • Froggies • Hope Town ..... 366-0024 Man-O-War Dive Shop ...... 365-6013 Rich’s Boat Rentals ...... 365-8582 Rickmon Bonefish Lodge ...... 366-4477 Excursion boat • Froggies • Hope Town ..... 366-0431 Triple J Car Rentals ...... 365-8761 Abaco Adventures - Kayaks ...... 365-8749 Page 24 The Abaconian May 1, 2004 B SECTION MAY 1st, 2004 Meetings Discuss National Youth Service Officials Want Input from Abaco Three members of the National Youth Service Commission traveled to Abaco the Hope Town Dinghy Race Series Concludes week of April 26 and held town meetings in Cooper’s Town, Marsh Harbour and Sandy Point. The purpose of the meetings was to get feedback from concerned youth leaders, educators, parents and other interested parties about a proposed Youth Ser- vice Program. Various schemes for a national youth program have been considered since first proposed by Sir Lynden Pindling in 1989. Members of the commission visiting Abaco were Pastor Mattie Nottage, Chair- man; Pastor Dave Burrows, Deputy Chair- man; and Gregory Butler, Assistant Direc- tor of Youth in the Ministry of Youth and Sports. These three persons are part of a national advisory committee studying the issue. They have been mandated to visit all the Baha- mian islands to get feedback on various aspects of a national youth program. Owing to financial constraints, it is quite likely that any effort will utilize existing programs to a large degree. This would include the Gov- ernor General Awards Scheme, Scouts, ser- The Hope Town Sailing Club hosts a series of seven dinghy races each winter featuring the native-built Abaco sailing dinghies. The vice clubs and other organizations. One of concluding race last month was on a picture perfect day and saw the older sailors winning over the younger sailors. Winer Malone their jobs is to inventory existing youth pro- in Hope Town is one of the last person actively creating these beautifully crafted sought-after dinghies. Photo by Cindy Merrill grams. By Sue Holloway the newest dinghy made by Winer Malone First Regatta: 1st - Pim Epler; 2nd - For youth inclined to follow the path of A series of races for traditional Abaco of Hope Town also took part. The skip- Mike Jackson; 3rd - Wink Merrill least resistance or presenting discipline dinghies was sponsored by the Hope pers ranged in age from 14 years to Baverstock Trophy: 1st - Pim Epler; problems, an unused naval base on Town Sailing Club in March and April. “somewhat over 70.” In most cases wis- 2nd (tie) - Doug Behrendt and Wink Eleuthera might be used for a boot camp A record 11 of the beautiful hand-made dom and experience prevailed although Merrill where military discipline would be instilled. 10-foot to 14-foot boats turned out for the younger crowd will be a force to Abaco Joy Trophy: 1st - Pim Epler; Academics and job training would also be the total of seven races. Many were reckon with in future years! older craft that had been restored while Results of the races: Please see Dinghy Race Page 9 Please see Youth Service Page 2

Earth Day Is Celebrated Championship Games in Marsh Harbour Close Basketball Season

Abaco Youth in Action played their championship games in Dundas Town on April 30. The program is organized and run by a group of dedicated volunteers who work with the young people every Saturday morning. Trophies for these games were provided by William Davis and Vita Malt. See story on page 4.

Earth Day, celebrated world-wide for many years, is observed annually on Abaco but Do Not Miss usually held in Hope Town. This year Friends of the Environment held its observance in Marsh Harbour to enable more school children to attend Island Roots Festival By Portia Jonsson with Friends of the Environment, Nancy Whilst the rest of the world celebrated Burnett, Education Officer with Friends of Green Turtle Cay Earth Day on April 22, Friends of the En- the Environment, and James Richards, vironment together with the Abaco Science Chairman of the Abaco Science Associa- May 7, 8, 9 Association saw fit to celebrate Earth Day 2004 on April 30. Organizers of this event Please see Earth Day Page 10 History, Culture, Games, Fun, Food were Monica Bianchi, Recycling Chairman Page 2 B The Abaconian May 1, 2004 Committee Is Studying a Youth Service Program office for the Ministry of Youth on Abaco port from the Fox Hill Prison and found • lack of recreational facilities Youth Service From Page 1 with a youth officer. Mr. Butler stated that that 97 percent of the inmates are male and • gang affiliation given. Camp sessions are envisioned to be the Ministry would be rectifying the situa- of those 76 percent committed their first • lack of respect for the environment either 18 or 24 weeks in length. tion but no date was given. crime before the age of 25. Additionally, • a lack of social responsibility and skills Many jobs in our tourist-based economy Pastor Mattie Nottage listed the mem- the prison population experiences a 70 per- which contribute to high unemployment. require social skills that many of today’s bers of the Youth Commission. It was noted cent recidivism rate. Forty-four percent of Pastor Nottage concluded her presenta- youth lack. The committee feels that a youth that there is no member of the commission the inmates were raised by a single parent. tion by stating, “Gangs are the fastest grow- achievement program will have a benefi- from Grand Bahamas or from Abaco, the She pointed out that the report stated that if ing youth group in the Bahamas and that is cial impact on the pride, self esteem and second and third largest islands in popula- there were educational, technical and vo- going to take a total effort on everyone’s work ethic of our youth. Targeted youth tion in the country. cational skills training, the recidivism rate part to change the direction of our youth.” for focused attention might include teen Pastor Nottage gave an overview of the would be reduced by 57percent. Pastor Dave Burrows presented the mothers, gang members, teens with diffi- concepts the commission has looked into In other findings the commission noted commission’s draft so far. He emphasized culty managing anger and perhaps those including the response from several town the following which greatly impact young that it is a working document and is not with disabilities. meetings that have been held in Nassau and people: The Bahamas has written in stone. Basically, the commission While compiling the report to present to in the Family Islands. She stated that with • a large migrant population has a three-prong approach. The first one government, the committee will investigate 25 percent of the population under the age • a substantial exposure to foreign media relates to National Pride and Excellence. A similar youth programs in the Caribbean, of 25, it is imperative that something be and culture second component deals with Transferable done for the youth of the nation. • a high rate of all types of abuse Europe and Africa. Please see Youth Service Page 11 The tone of the Marsh Harbour presen- She stated that 57 percent of all house- • a high rates of AIDS tation was typical. Before Pastor Nottage holds in the Bahamas are single parent • improper nutrition could even begin the presentation in Marsh households, 55 percent of all births in the Harbour, Chief Councillor Cay Mills posed country are to unwed mothers and of the some questions to Mr. Butler. In essence, 5000 births each year 13 percent are to teen Mr. Mills wanted to know if the Ministry mothers ages 10-19. The youngest grand- of Youth was sincere in establishing a Youth mother in the Bahamas achieved that dis- Service Program and why there wasn’t an tinction at the age of 19. Pastor Nottage said they looked at a re-

The discussions about a National Youth Service program are highlighting the problems the country faces with some youth who have anti-social and improper attitudes toward education, work and their country. At the meeting in Marsh Harbour three members of the Consultative Committee spoke to interested persons. They are, left to right, Pastor Burrows and Mr. Butler of the Committee, Mr. Alexander Williams, Senior Admnistrator for Central Abaco, and Pastor Nottage, Chairman of the Committee.

Three members of the Bahamas Youth Service Achievement Program held meetings on Abaco to feel out how people feel about youth service. They held meetings in Cooper’s Town, Sandy Point and Marsh Harbour. Shown above, left to right, are Pastor Dave Burrows, Deputy Chairman; Mr. Gregory Butler, Assistant Director of Youth in the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture, Pastor Mattie Nottage, Chairman; Mr. Freddie McIntosh, Chairman for North Abaco; and Mr. Gary Knowles, Senior Administrator for North Abaco.

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By Jennifer Hudson Shane Cash was a Senior students of the Drama Club of real “hit” with the au- Forest Heights Academy and their mentor, dience with his delight- Mrs. Leslie Kennedy, deserve a large pat fully rendered mono- on the back after their excellent perfor- logue of Never Let a mances last weekend. On April 30th and Woman in Your Life May 1st they presented Love Letters Lost a from My Fair Lady. delightfully lighthearted romantic comedy The very profes- set in a small village bookstore and show- sional background mu- casing two love stories in one, liberally in- sic for the cast vocals terspersed with well loved songs from popu- and scene changes was lar shows. Mrs. Kennedy, English teacher pre-recorded by tal- at the school and Drama Club coach, ented winter resident adapted this play for the students from a Claire Kanter with se- 20-minute play she likes very much and has nior student Cleveland always wanted to adapt and expand into a Dawkins performing musical play to have her students perform. one of the pieces. The play was performed in the Forest High praise is due to Justine Sands, Tonya Patterson and Britanny Symonette are Heights outdoor auditorium which made a all the actors and their shown during their presentation of of the song There’s No most pleasant “Garden Theatre.” At one directors, Ms. Leslie Business Like Show Business. point the birds in the trees around were so Kennedy and Ms. Alana Roxanne McIntosh and Claire Basden inspired by the beautiful singing that they from Andrew Lloyd Webber shows, were Carroll, those who assisted with set design, enjoyed performing their version of the song chimed in with a delightful chorus. very moving whilst Tia Knowles gave a choreography, music, sound and all who Side by Side. The students performed with great con- heart felt rendition of I’ll Do Anything by helped in any way to make this a most en- fidence, having already excelled in their Lionel Bart. In Act Two Tonya Patterson, joyable evening. school’s performance of Annie last year and Britanny Symonette and Justine Sands pre- On the Saturday evening the auditorium Buckle Up... they appeared very much “at home” on sented a spirited song and dance routine became a Dinner Theatre where the audi- stage. Many of these young people have complete with twirling umbrellas to the ence was able to enjoy a lasagna dinner It’s the Law! been gifted with very melodious singing music of There’s No Business Like Show prepared by the Parent Teachers Associa- voices and Destiny Cornish’s renditions of Business by Irving Berlin and Claire Basden tion before watching the performance of the songs Another Suitcase, Another Hall, and Roxanne McIntosh were a delightful Love Letters Lost. Memory and Love Changes Everything, all duo in Harry Wood’s Side by Side.

The cast of the play Love Letters Lost posed after their performance at the Forest Heights Academy outdoor theater on April 30. They did a repeat performance on May 1 which was combined with a dinner. The students are, left to right, Rebecca Risberg, Justine Sands, Brittany Symonette, Tonya Patterson, Claire Basden, Destiny Cornish, Ovens Altidor, Shane Cash, Roxanne McIntosh and Tia Knowles. Not shown was Bradley Albury. Guana Freight Services Regular Freight Runs to Guana & Scotland Cay Monday thru Friday • Charters & Water available on request

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Many people were moved to tears Christ, I believe that for all the thousands and one lady had to be calmed down by of people who also have seen it, Easter time staff before she was able to leave the cin- will be even more vivid and moving this ema.” year. Since it was an R rated movie, chil- The Passion of the Christ is a film about dren under the age of 17 could not be the last twelve hours of Jesus of Nazareth’s admitted unless accompanied by a parent life. The film opens in the Garden of Ol- or adult guardian. According to Mr. ives where Jesus has gone to pray after the Newbold, many parents took their chil- Last Supper. It then traces His journey thr dren, some as young as two years old. ough His betrayal, arrest, the accusations Several school groups went also. I won- of blasphemy, condemnation of death, flog- der just how much the violence in the ging, carrying of the cross through the movie affected some of the younger chil- streets of Jerusalem and finally His dren.. I, myself, found it hard to take. crucifiction. Indeed, one of the criticisms by one This film generated much controversy film critic stated, “The graphic detail of even before it was released and people all Jesus’ torture made the movie hard to sit over the world have flocked to see it. Here through.” Another critic labeled it “ex- in Marsh Harbour it has drawn record num- tremely violent, intense and graphic.” bers to the RND cinema. However, other more favourable com- Mr. Tanker Williams and the Predators Basketball Team from Providenciales Island, I spoke to the Manager, Mr. William ments were “There was good acting and Turks and Caicos, traveled to Nassau and Abaco to compete in local basketball Newbold, after the movie had been run- the visuals were artfully done,” and “You tournaments over the Easter holiday weekend, April 8th-10th. The visiting team won ning for two weeks to get some idea of how walk in one person and come out an- the tournament game against the Abaco team. Pictured is Mr. Williams, owner and it had been received here, and he said that other.” It was certainly a movie “to be coach, accepting the tournament trophy from Mr. Cay Mills. In July of last year the there had been a huge turnout of Abaconians experienced rather than watched.” Kemp’s Quickwell Rebels Basketball Team from Abaco traveled to Turks and Caicos to viewing the movie. Very few patrons have Mr. Newbold’s final comment to me compete in the Southern Caribbean Championship. been attending the cinema for its normal was, “I hope the showing of this movie run of movies but within two weeks of The will cause positive changes in the lives of Passion 1747 individual persons had at- the people of Abaco.” tended with approximately the same num- Scholarship Is Still Available ber of people attending in church groups. By Isobel Sherman Deadline for scholarship applications is Within a two week period over one quarter Mrs. Judy Yanover recently spent time May 30 for consideration for the spring of the population of Abaco had viewed The on Abaco visiting school officials. The 2005 semester. Applications forms are Passion, and it was to be held over for a It Pays to Yanovers are the sponsors of the Prime available from local high schools and from further period. Time Scholarship which is a full scholar- the District Superintendent’s office. The Mr. Newbold stated that people had come ship to Louisiana State University offered important thing to remember is the C or from the length and breadth of the island Advertise to one student from Abaco and one student better passes in five BGCSE academic sub- from Crown Haven to Sandy Point and the from Eleuthera each year. Presently, there jects. Acceptable academic subjects are are six students from Abaco on these schol- English. Literature, Mathematics, Biology, arships attending Louisiana State Univer- Physics, Chemistry, Geography, History, sity. Mrs. Yanover was accompanied by Spanish, French, Accounts and Combined Mrs. Judy Wood, who administers this Science. scholarship. Mrs. Yanover stated that she is quite The basic requirements to qualify for this pleased with the performance of the Abaco scholarship are five BGCSE Passes with a students already in the program. Her only C or better in academic subjects, an SAT concern is that applicants do not seem to score and proof of need. The scholarship follow through with the required documents begins in January in the spring semester or paperwork. each year.

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Venue: Pelican Beach, Marsh Harbour Abaco, Bahamas Sunfish class Open to all sailors Races will be sailed near the harbour mouth if weather permits. If winds are light, races will be held off Pelican Beach. Pre-registration only prior to June 12, 2004 Mail to: Liann Key Kaighin PO Box Ab 20071 Marsh Harbour Abaco, Bahamas Entry fee Bah$50 plus ISCA membership Bah$8 Skippers meeting 0930 am Pelican Beach bring your own boats First race warning 1045 am Six races weather permitting Awards After final race at the cabana Pelican Beach July 3, 2004 For information, call Liann Key Kaighin 1-242-367-3661 Page 6 B The Abaconian May 1, 2004 People in the News Ms. Bertha McPhee Photographer Wins Award as well as photographers from the National Minister Selected for Office Is Transferred By Jennifer Hudson Geographic magazine. Photographers from By Nadeen Beneby Tuppy Weatherford of Man-O-War Cay 20 countries in addition to the United States Rev. Dr. Carl Claudius Campbell, the By Portia Jonsson were present at the conference. Each prize Back in August 1999, almost five years is well known to the majority of Abaconians son of Mrs. Gleaka Campbell and the late for her beautiful scenic and wildlife pho- winner, in addition to his official award, Peter Campbell of Marsh Harbour, will ago, Ms. was presented with a digital camera with Bethamae tography. She has exhibited her work at serve as President of the Wesleyan Theo- many art and craft shows on Abaco and for which to go out and photograph the sights logical Society, a society of Wesleyan holi- McPhee of Washington to be entered in an “open” was sent to several years has been entering her work in ness scholars based in the Untied States. the International Library of Photographers competition. Rev. Campbell was elected as second vice- Abaco to Tuppy became interested in photography set up and competition for amateur photographers. president of the society at their last meet- Recently one of her photographs was seas a teenager when she received her first ing held in New York. As President of the head the of- Brownie, a black and white camera. She fice of the lected as an award winning entry and Tuppy society in 2007, he will give both the wel- was invited to the ILP Conference and Sym- was not able to take it up seriously until she come address and the Presidential address. Department purchased a really good camera about eight of Environ- posium in Rev. Campbell, who grew up in the Washington, years ago. Her favourite subjects to photo- Methodist community of Marsh Harbour, mental graph are outdoor scenes and babies. She Health. At Bertha McPhee D.C., on is the first black Methodist outside the April 2,3 and attributes her success to “being in the right United States to be elected President of the that time the department faced place at the right time.” numerous challenges implementing guide- 4 to receive society. He stated that he was shocked and her award. The photograph which won her the award humbled by the election. lines and regulations because of the man- was titled Memories and was taken on the ner in which environmental issues were Many of her Abaco Poets and Writers photographs beach at Man-O-War Cay. It is a delightful dealt with and carried out for many years composition showing her niece, Priscilla, Society Is Formed on Abaco. During the past five years im- entered in the ILP competi- with her cousin, Amber, playing in the sand By Jennifer Hudson provements and changes have been made Tuppy Weatherford tions have with pet dogs Chelsea and Sheba. Tuppy A very successful inaugural meeting of but work still needs to be done by the com- called this Memories because Amber died the Abaco Poets and Writers Society was munity. been published in “coffee table” books in the U.S. tragically in a fire two years later at the age held at Java Coffee House on the morning On April 21st Ms. McPhee spent her last of five. This photograph along with more of April 3rd. The idea of gathering poets day in the Abaco office. She said it was a Tuppy was thrilled to have been selected to receive an award and enjoyed her visit of Tuppy’s work can be viewed on the and writers together to listen to and appre- bittersweet day for her. “My experience website www.picture.com. ciate each other’s work was the brainchild here has been an exceptional training ground to Washington tremendously. Whilst there she attended talks by well known profes- for me,” she said. “It has brought out gifts Please see People Page 7 in me, matured me a lot, not just professional sports and rock star photographers sionally but personally and spiritually.” Ms. McPhee feels comfortable leaving the Abaco office because all of the programs Serving Marsh Harbour and the Cays with that are in Nassau have been set up and are in place here. She has seen a tremendous Freight Service from Nassau and Palm Beach change in Abaco in the sanitary conditions, the residents are more compliant to the regu- • Departing Palm Beach lations set by Environmental Health, and twice monthly* they are eager to learn more. She believes we are getting there. • Departing Nassau Ms. McPhee acknowledged the difficulty Every Tuesday Night she had first coming here with only two officers and having the responsibility for • Arriving Marsh Harbour the entire island. She said it was a daunting Early Wednesday Morning task. She commended her staff for their hard • Extended Services to Green Turtle Cay work and “putting their weight” behind any * For more information on the Palm Beach service Call new program implemented without com- Trinity Customs Brokerage (242) 367-4297 plaint. The Abaco office of the Department of Environmental Health now boasts two health inspectors, two vector control offic- Marsh Harbour Contact Nassau Contact Palm Beach Contact ers and one clerical worker. Ph: (242) 367-2653 Ph./Fax: (242) 393-4371 Ph: (561) 840-9393 Ms. Berthamae McPhee has been sta- Government Dock Western End Potter’s Cay Dock M/V Legacy tioned on Grand Bahama where she will be Marsh Harbour, Abaco Nassau, New Providence c/o Heavy Lift Service Inc. responsible for operations in the Depart- 801 Avenue East Riviera Beach, FL 33404 ment of Environmental Health. 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inherited her talents from her late parents. The Second Annual From Page 6 People Her late father was drummer for the band Quilt Raffle was held on of a very gifted young lady named Garnell Funk Connection and her late mother, Patti April 30. April Parotti Stewart. She is seeking to provide a plat- Limperes, is well remembered in the teach- made a quilt in memory form for people to come together and de- ing world for her motivational teaching. She of her late father, velop their talents under the maxim “Speak was music teacher at the Abaco Central Robert Van Stratton, and you shall High School for over 10 years. who died from prostate be heard.” Although born on Abaco, Garnell re- cancer in March 2000. Garnell in- ceived her education in the United States The funds from the vites anyone where, during the last three years of high raffle benefit the who loves school, she studied television production. Cancer Society, Abaco reading and She decided upon graduation to return to Branch. One hundred listening to Abaco to trace her roots and discover the tickets were sold at $25 poetry to at- heritage her late parents gave her. per ticket. Then a tend the It was decided at the meeting that the drawing was held on meetings. entire cultural group should be called Ex- April 30. The winner of One does not pressions. Various groupings will spin off this year’s raffle was Garnel Stewart have to be a from this such as Poetry Expressions, Writ- Kelly Dam of Marsh writer but must come with ideas to offer. ing Expressions and Music Expressions. Harbour. This is the Nine people attended the first meeting in- Garnell is a young lady with a great vi- second year that she cluding boaters, students, writers and three sion for the arts on Abaco and with her tal- ade a quilt and donated artists who are attempting writing as a dif- ents and enthusiasm it is going to be some- it. Last year’s quilt was won by Katie Sands. Mrs. Parotti, on the right, along with her ferent form of expression. Stone McEwen thing for all who are lovers of the arts to daughter, Avery, are shown presenting the check to Mrs. Kathy Whiting of the Cancer read the words of his new song Utopia look forward to. She is willing to teach pi- Society, Abaco Branch. which tells of traveling the world but ano to interested students and may be con- realising that there is no place like The Ba- tacted at home at 367-5691 or 375-9162. hamas. Development Bank Officer Garnell delighted listeners with some of Completes Course FREE QQFREE UOUOUOTE FREE QUOUOUOTETETE her own self-expressive poetry which she The College of The Bahamas’ Centre for actually never thought of making public Entrepreneurship held a closing ceremony Fiberglass Pools • 22 Styles until recently encouraged to do so. She be- for 11 persons who participated in a finan- • Factory direct gan her writing as entries in her personal cial modeling and project appraisal course • Easy to Install journal while only in fourth grade. A very on April 28. The week-and-a-half-long quiet child who sadly lost her mother at an • Health Benefits course was sponsored by the Bahamas De- • Add value to your early age and her father quite recently, velopment Bank for its officers directly in- www.bluehawaiianfiberglasspools.com Garnell expressed her innermost feelings on volved in the preparation of business pro- e-mail: [email protected] property paper. She has continued to write and her posals on Grand 242-366-0224 242-367-2835 poems are now copyrighted. She hopes to Chris Thompson Kathy O’Kelleher Bahama, Abaco Fax 366-0434 Fax 367-3654 have them published in the near future. and New Provi- The group got off to such an enthusias- dence. Mr. Loran tic start that members requested it meet each Coleby, Manager week. Next week it will convene at the of the Abaco office Conch Inn but soon Garnell hopes to have of the Bahamas De- her own Cultural Centre open downstairs velopment Bank, HIGH-SPEED in the “fire truck” building. This will be a completed the media centre where not only poets and writ- Loran Coleby course. ers will meet but also musicians, as Garnell is herself an accomplished pianist. She has WIRELESS INTERNET Now Available in: Treasure Cay P.O. Box AB 20872 Freddy Albury Marsh Harbour Drill Rig 242-367-4769 Abaco, Bahamas Brandon Thompson • Bahama Palm Shores coming this Email: Dock Construction 242-367-2704 Boat Lift Sales [email protected] Fax: 367-2704 • Cherokee Sound month Quality • Fisher’s Bay BOABOABOAT LIFTS INC. 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Abaco needs an airport port from government. planned to gain an insight into how Abaco The main speaker for the retreat was the in quickest time possible. Abaco is the third Tourism’s Goals people want tourism to grow and to make Hon. Obie Wilchcombe, Minister of Tour- city and third most popular Bahamian des- long range plans to develop those goals. ism, who felt that this session marked the tination. Were Named The retreat was organized by the recently first phase of the responsibility of tourism, The Ministry of Tourism feels that it The Director General of Tourism, Mr. named Director of Tourism for Abaco, that tourism is a business. He acknowledged plays an important role on Abaco and be- Vincent Vanderpool-Wallace, also spoke at Ms. Jeritzan Outten. that the focus has been on Nassau and Grand cause of that has named a Director of Tour- the Retreat. He stressed that each of the The retreat is one step in a series of Bahama but that is changing. The Ministry ism to show the importance of Abaco. Family Islands needs to be considered indi- planning sessions which included a wide of Tourism is serious that each island be Abaco has much to offer such as fishing vidually. Several of them are bigger than variety of industry partners. The retreat featured individually. and a second home market and is different many of the island countries in the lower included personnel involved with resorts, Mr. Wilchcombe felt that we have not from the other islands. There is a renewed Caribbean. We need to focus on each is- rental homes, marinas, restaurants as well planned strategically. We like to enjoy small interest in Abaco by visitors. land ane we need to focus our promotion as customs officials, boaters, airport per- successes but do not like the work. This coun- Mr. Wilchcombe felt that the people are efforts on where our visitors come from. sonnel, second home owners, education try is successful because we have a willing not sufficiently trained. He cited the Four Tourism is thought of as a glamourous officials, taxi drivers, media and inter- private sector, Bahamian and non-Bahamian, Seasons resort which recently opened on industry but is actually a means to a better ested individuals. and we have creative people. But we need to Exuma needing to bring in domestic help. economy. Tourism should do four things determine how to get the next phase. He would like to see Tourism working more for our economy. closely with other ministries such as edu- 1. Tourism should provide employment. cation to bring about a better approach to 2. Tourism should provide foreign ex- development. If we are to take the country change earnings which is vitally important forward, we need to plan better. Abaco’s for Abaco. future will require technical training and 3. The earnings from tourism should be we need to know what subject matter em- distributed broadly so that everyone can ployees need to learn. We need to plan in- benefit. frastructure for the projects that are pro- 4. There needs to be Bahamianization of posed. the industry with linkages between tourism Tourism has spent very little money on and other goods. the Family Islands. Mr. Wilchcombe Tourism will have a new thrust on the wanted the group to determine priorities and economic development of Abaco but we money requirements. He felt that Abaco will always need to remember our main goal. need its own tourism board to fulfill the needs of ths island and make it grow logi- Please see Tourism Page 9 The Abaco Tourism Strategic Planning Retreat included much informal discussions. Shown cally. He felt that it is important to deal above are, left to right, Ms. Jeritzan Outten, Director of Tourism for Abaco, Mr. John Neophytou, Manager of Abaco Beach Resort, Mr. Mannie Alexiou, owner of Abaco We now Beach Resort, and Mr. Roosevelt Finlayson, Facilitator of the Retreat. Washers • Dryers • Microwaves Stoves • Fridges • Freezers carry a Satellites • TV’s • Stereos variety of St. John the Baptist Anglican Church Phones • Home Appliances digital Car Stereos/Amps • Speakers cameras SALES SERVICES REPAIRS AND ACCESSORIES and 3rd Annual Bazaar camcorders Abaco Distributors Ltd. Games • Rides • Food • Drinks Ph: (242) 367-2265 • (242) 367-3042 Fun & Entertainment Bring the whole family • Saturday • May 15 • 11am - 11pm Friends of the Environment

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Visit our modern facility on the Murphy Each attendee will be given one native tree Marsh Harbour Concrete Town water front beside Parker’s Landing to replace an invasive on your property. Phone 367-2721 Call us today for quotes • Ph: 367-2891 • Fax 367-2892 www.friendsoftheenvironment.org May 1, 2004 The Abaconian Page 9 B Retreat Was One Step Toward a Master Plan He focused first on the past on Abaco. Mr. Finlayson assisted the group in de- tity and current character. They saw a thriv- Tourism From Page 8 He wanted us to think of the past as the past veloping a 10-year concept of the future of ing community that is supported by non-tran- gives energy to move forward. It helps us Abaco. If we want to develop, we have to sient visitors who have bonded and blended The Work Sessions of the build a positive foundation to move to the plan for changes to allow it to happen. with residents to create and preserve a com- Retreat future. He mentioned that Hurricane Floyd There was discussion on vision, purpose munity. had improved our product. It was a group and mission. Then the teams developed what The Facilitator for the Retreat was Mr. Ms. Outten concluded the retreat by com- effort at rebuilding after a disaster. It caused they envisioned. The response was a vision Roosevelt Finlayson of Management Devel- menting that Abaco has accomplished so our cost of living to escalate. of small resorts, intimate garden settings, a opment Resources, who lead the group for much on its own. We now want to improve model destination with harmony between the remainder of the retreat. He gave an SWOT Is Explained and we have the power to accomplish this. visitor and supplier. They saw synergy be- overview of the purpose of the retreat and The next segment of the workshop in- tween visitors and Abaconians. Deliberate emphasized that this was an opportunity for volved SWOT. This acronym stands for expansion, continued development as we the group to think deeply into the business Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Announcing have now, maintaining a community’s iden- of tourism. He wanted the group to look at Threats. The Strengths and Weaknesses are Dental how to make a new future for Abaco. Strong internal factors while the Opportunities and Specialists planning sessions are needed to decide what Threats are external factors. Mr. Finlayson Dinghy Race From Page 1 do we want for Abaco. We need to focus had teams list what they felt were the most Agape FFAgape amilyamilyamily on the future. obvious in each category. 2nd (tie) - Doug Behrendt and Wink Merrill Dental Centre Also taking part were Jonathan Dr. Therese M. Bonamy & Staff Smallwood, Bill Pritchard, Tina P.O. Box AB 20676, Don MacKay Blvd. Harrison, Bob Knaus, Todd Lee, Tania Marsh Harbour, Abaco Harrison, Kent LeBoutillier and Sam Tel: 242-367-4355/54 • Fax: 367-2193 Hummel. E-mail: [email protected] It is hoped that the success of this Dr. Munir Rashad • May 7 year’s series will encourage others with Oral Maxillo Facial Surgeon Abaco dinghies to prepare their boats and (Wisdom teeth) join the fun next year. Hope Town Sail- Dr. Woodley Thompson • May 13-14 ing Club races are open to all and there Orthodontics (Braces) is no entry fee. Dr. Antoine Clarke • May 6-7 Periodontics (Gum disease & implants) Dr. Therese Bonamy (Full time) Buckle Up... General Dentistry (Aesthetic, Restorative & ZOOM BLEACHING) Janet Ferguson RDH (Full time) It’s the Law! Dental Hygienist Call today for an appointment Much of the work done by those attending the retreat was in small groups. Shown above All emergencies and are Mr. Neophytou and Mrs. Peggy Thompson presenting to the large group the conclusions walk-ins are welcome of their small group. Proverbs 3:5-6

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Service between Freeport and Marsh Harbour Day Times Depart FPO Arrive MHH Depart MHH Arrive FPO Friday thru 7 a.m. 7:45 a.m. 8 a.m. 8:30 a.m. Monday 4 p.m. 4:45 p.m. 5 p.m. 5:30 p.m. Tuesday thru 7 a.m. 7:45 a.m. 8 a.m. 8:30 a.m. Thursday Visitors can take advantage of a one-day Casino Excursion to Freeport or an overnight package. Package options include air fare, ground transportation and hotel accommodation. For more information call Ph 242-367-4826 Marsh Harbour Ph 242-352-5778 • Fax 242-351-5693 Freeport [email protected] Page 10 B The Abaconian May 1, 2004 Earth Day Encourages Preservation

toons and used flowers. It was quite an im- t-shirts. Proceeds from Earth Day 2004 will duct that will foster harmony, lessen pollu- Earth Day From Page 1 pressive exhibit. benefit the Friends fund for education and tion, diminish waste and assist nature. They tion. A full day of activities, games, contests Winners in the staged competitions re- outreach programs throughout Abaco. encouraged them to walk more, ride less, and fun took place at the Yamaha Park in ceived environmental books, globes, com- The organizers hope to influence the young buy less, grow some of our own foods, re- Marsh Harbour. puter games and Friends of the Environment people to make choices in their daily con- cycle, and plant a tree. In an effort to educate children on recycling, teachers and students were invited to participate in a competition featuring songs, posters, displays and aluminum can collec- tions. Ms. Bianchi felt that they were not reaching as many kids as they would have Abaco Real Estate Agency liked but because of this event, they doubled the amount of cans collected. Abacos oldest and most experienced Real Estate Agency Ten schools took part in the day’s activities and as many as 200 students attended SUNRISE BAY Earth Day. The children are learning to ac- A Private, Residential Community on the cept responsibility, to promote the growth of Sea of Abaco in the heart of Marsh Harbour Next door to Regattas of Abaco trees, flowers and food crops as well as to be Lots starting at B$92,000 on the alert for causes of pollution. Display and science experiment tables were SELLING FAST set up for each school to showcase its project. Royal Harbour - Marsh Harbour Lot #26 consisting of Forest Heights Academy focused on the re- 14,583 sq. ft. Offered at: $117,000 cycling of plastics, Every Child Counts dem- Escape Hatch - Newly furnished and fully equipped 2 bed/ onstrated solar cooking and Central Abaco 2 bath condo unit at Regattas of Abaco. Offered at: Guana Cay ocean front prime property, approx. Approximately 258 feet on ocean and the bay, approx. Primary displayed numerous items made from $260,000 3.6 acres, secluded home surrounded by hundreds of 600 feet between ocean and bay. 175 foot dock, covered Dorros Cove - Elbow Cay Lots #39 & #40 Offered as one coconut palms, 3 bed / 2 baths upstairs, efficiency dock fishing area with a stepdown for swimming. Ocean recycled materials. Some of them included parcel. Approx. 220’ X 220’ fabulous unobstructed ocean toys made from newspapers and houses made views. Offered at: $298,000. Will consider selling and bath downstairs. Includes a newly upgraded waves perfect for surfing withtropical reefs beyond. from used cardboard, toothpicks, egg car- seperately for $160,000 Each 110’ X 220’ gourmet kitchen, double oven Viking stove, House has a wrap-around porch with views in every Marnie’s Landing - Elbow Cay 15 Lots ½ Acre ± with refrigerated wine bar, huge Blue Bahia granite- direction. $1,395,000 Gross private boat slips from: $280,000 topisland, stainless steel refrigerator and dishwasher. Marsh Harbour - New exclusive listing near Crossing Poured concrete house with 3/20,000 gallon cisterns. Beach/Ferry Dock 2 Acres ± Residential with 196’ ABACO REAL ESTATE AGENCY waterfront. Offered at: $599,000 Sugar Loaf Cay - 2.6 Acres ± waterfront on Sugar Loaf P.O. Box AB-20404, Marsh Harbour Cay Lot #7A. Great investment. Offered at: $260,000 Long Beach Abaco, Bahamas Bahama Palm Shores - 3 Lots 80’ x 125’ $14,000 each Two direct beach front lots, side by side on fabulous Phone: (242) 367-2719 Casuarina Point - Residential lot 80’ x 125’ $15,000 beach. Each lot 95’ x 180’ $85,000 Gross SOLD Fax: (242) 367-2359 Marsh Harbour - 13,000 sq ft residential lot next to Chelseas Choice $33,500 Gross Two ocean view lots, just across from beach. Each 75’ x Guana Cay - Only 6 lots remaining in 15 lot sub-division, 125’ $36,000 Gross See additional listings or on our website selling fast. Offered from $120,000 Guana Cay - 5 Direct beach front lotsstarting from $250,000 www.abacobahamas.com

Elbow Cay and The Abacos, Homes and Property

ELBOW CAY OCEAN FRONT HOMES ELBOW CAY ELBOW CAY OCEAN HOUSE HOMES & LAND CASA LUISA Incredible parcel of property with 2 Custom built 3 bed/2 bath island bedroom, 2 bath home located on the home. 2200+ sq. ft. one lot away Atlantic Ocean in historic Hope Town from Atlantic, ideal rental or second Settlement. 74 feet of ocean front on long white sandy shore. The house has home. Open floor plan, second floor open floor plan with large kitchen and master suite with ocean views, cable, great/dining room, vaulted ceilings, phone, central a/c, offered exclusively, good rental history. “FLAMINGO VILLAS” Fabulous Villas located at the mouth of Hope Town Harbour. and shown by appt. only. These 2 bed/2 bath villas are beautifully furnished with West Indian decor throughout. A Price: $1,300,000 dip pool is shared and surrounded by open decking. Sold fully furnished, totally turnkey, Price: $630,000 rental history. Price: $1,870,000 PINEAPPLE BEACH HOUSE JOE’S CAY “DORROS COVE” UNDER Pineapple Beach House - Custom Lot #18 hillside, ocean view, electric and telephone in place, ready to build - $151,500 3+ acre private cay, CONTRACT ocean front home on sandy Lot #21 hilltop, Sea of Abaco and ocean views, private dock slip at Tahiti Beach - Price: $233,000 undeveloped, accessed from beach, 4 b/3 b, open kitchen and “MARNIES LANDING” - Private marina community at the sou . Each lot comes great room on second floor w/ Elbow Cay, located in White with private dock slip at the marina, homesites staggered for optimal views. Sound, great elevation, deep balconies for incredible views, Starting at: $288,000 water for dock, rare completely furnished, freshwater “CENTRELINE ROAD”, central Elbow Cay - three contingent lots, b/t 9-10 thousand pool. Detached garage offers sq. ft. each. Multi-zoned, residential or commercial, ideal spot for small business. Lots opportunity, serious inquiries only, shown by appointment. additional 1bed/1 bath studio. Rental history available, great buy. starting at $60,000. Call Greg Roberts for details. Price: $1,550,000 OCEAN FRONT LOTS Price: $1,756,000 “PRISTINE OCEANFRONT PROPERTY,” secluded, private North Elbow Cay. ATLANTIC HORIZONS Lot #54 109’ white sandy ocean front - $495,000. Lot #53 121’ white sandy ocean front - $495,000. Combine both lots for incredible parcel of 1+ acres of ocean LUBBERS QUARTERS Custom Timber Peg ocean front. Call Greg Roberts for details and appointment to view. front home, views of Tilloo “MARNIES LANDING” - ½ Acre ocean front lot, dock slip in private marina included. EAST VIEW Cay and beyond. Price: $695,000 3B/3B, spacious kitchen open to “WHITE SOUND” - Ocean lot #23, perfect for single home or two villas, near Located on Lubbers Quarters Cay. Development faces the Sea of great room, large wrap around marina, great surfing beach. $440,000. White Sound, 3 contiguous ocean lots with dock Abaco across from Tilloo Cut and Tahiti Beach. Beautiful sunrises. Each deck with pool, and private dock rights on White Sound Bay, sold as one parcel, or seperately. homesite comes with a dock slip at the private marina. Great investment slip at Tahiti Beach. Price: each $440,000 opportunity. Price: $1,500,000 Starting at: $89,000

Chris Thompson “Family Island Specialists” Greg Roberts ([email protected]) ([email protected]) Ph: (242) 366-0216 www.elbow-cay.com Fax: (242) 366-0223 May 1, 2004 The Abaconian Page 11 B

ticipating might get a stipend. There are Youth Service From Page 2 other incentives being considered. Skills while a third element is a Restor- After the presentation the members ac- ative Program for those youth who are cepted questions from the audience. at risk. Many members of the audience pointed The ages the commission is looking to out the real need to educate the parents begin with is sometime before 6th grade. as well as the youth. It was pointed out The commission feels that much of the that knowledge about The Bahamas is implementation can be accomplished essential as many youth do not know through existing youth organizations and about their country, its history and heri- the educational system. Neither will there tage. be sufficient funding for a full scale sepa- At the end of the meeting there was Trade Winds rate program. The final scheme would continued talk among the audience that Man-O-War. Superb offering on Dickey’s Cay adjacent to be mandatory for all youth. the islands of Abaco and Grand Bahamas lovely Man-O-War Cay. Sea-to-sea property, 36,217 square Incentives might be given for partici- should have representation on this com- feet of land, 2 bedroom, 2 bath main house, bunkhouse with bath sleeps two, cottage pation. For instance, serving in the pro- mission. It should not be made up just of on the Sea of Abaco houses room for more guests and includes a kitchenette. All gram might be a prerequisite to getting a persons from New Providence. buildings are constructed using traditional ship building techniques - all mahogany government job. Some elements might paneling, hardwood floors - construction built to last decades. Deepwater dock on have a work component and those par- the protected main harbour. Prime opportunity, plenty of room to expand, realistically priced. Fully furnished and ready to go! List #8211 $995,000

Select Properties Bahama Palm Shores. Priced to sell! Nice 10,000 s. f. home site in Section 2. Walk to gorgeous Mother’s Day 8 Mile Beach! #6872. $15,000 Guana Cay. 2/2 cottage, just steps to the beach. Vaulted ceilings, tile, screened porch, elevated deck, A/C dockage. Excellent rental record. #7900. $391,050 is May 9th Guana Cay. Home site just steps from the gorgeous Atlantic Ocean beach and Guana Seaside Resort. Perfect for cozy vacation cottage. #8348. $50,000 Send a wonderful Lubbers Quarters. High elevation! Views! 3-storey home under construction, materials on site. Just a short stroll to Cracker P’s. Dock for residents. #8628. $694,000 Arrangement of Flowers Lubber Quarters. REDUCED! 1.98 acres on north end, west side, 168’ frontage. Nearly complete 1,000 s. f. cottage. Gorgeous beach & views. #8213. $230,000 Made special for her by the staff at Marsh Harbour. REDUCED! Family home. Convenient in-town. Master-built 1,500 s .f. 2 bed, 2 1/2 bath. Master suite w/spa bath, custom chef’s kitchen. #8551. $215,000 Turtle Rocks. Mainland Abaco. Two adjacent 1-acre home sites just minutes from Marsh Buds Harbour. Just a short walk to the beach. #8147. $38,600 and $41,000 Your Key to Real Estate Sales & Appraisals In The Bahamas Come and see us at N’ Serving The Bahamas for Over 50 Years 110 Memorial Plaza Royal Harbour Village. Opposite Boat Harbour Entrance Marsh Harbour Visit our web site to view these properties and more Blooms Tel: 242-367-3262 • Fax: 242-367-3260 or call us at 367-BUDS Hope Town Tel: 242-366-0601 • Fax: 242-366-0602 www.bahamasrealty.bs • E-mail: [email protected] Page 12 B The Abaconian May 1, 2004 Abaco Offers Several Internet Services By Stephanie Humblestone companies requiring additional bandwidth However, it is decreased or cut out com- where no other internet service is possible Abaco’s internet communication systems to conduct business over the internet. It pletely when blocked by boat hulls, electri- or available. have grown in leaps and bounds over the is also an “Upstream Service Provider” cal emissions, trees or hills. For marine use Currently OII, owned and operated by past few years with four major Internet Ser- which means broadband width can be is a clear, inexpensive and convenient route Chris Claridge and Tara Hingle, and AWS vice Providers (ISPs) tailor-made to serve purchased from them by other internet to the internet. Equipment necessary to con- Ltd, owned and operated by Malcolm Spicer the community’s needs, each having broad providers. On Abaco both Out Island nect ranges from a small credit card-sized and Sinclair Frederick, have wireless coverage areas with rapidly expanding net- Internet and Abacom Wireless Services radio receiver to a cigarette pack-sized trans- internet from Green Turtle Cay in the north works. use this facility. ceiver. In the open air access ranges be- to Bahama Palm Shores in the south. Both They are: DSL (Batelco), Cable (Cable Mr. Eric Russell, President of tween a quarter of a mile to four miles. companies are quickly expanding and plan Bahamas) and Wireless Broadband (Out Freeport-based Cable Bahamas likened it The farther the distance, the slower the con- to serve Abaco in its entirety. Island Internet and Abacom Wireless Ser- to “a gas station providing the fuel.” nection can be. Where interference is a fac- These companies are striving to improve vices). Cable Bahamas has its own fiber loop tor, equipment needs to be upgraded and and facilitate internet services by making DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) is offered independent of Batelco connecting New this is often costly. Initial set-up may be them more available, faster and less costly. by the Bahamas phone corporation Batelco. Providence, Eleuthera, Abaco and Grand expensive to some but this pales next to that Everyone is benefitting from these efforts. Accessed through an existing phone service, Bahama. Each island has a 24 hour the benefits of speedy internet access and Abaco is on a technological wave, it allows customers to connect to the internet hotline for clients. Cable offers packages the alternative of trenching in remote areas riding fast and high into the future. on an existing phone line without tying up for home and businesses at varying their regular phone services. As with all speeds, as does DSL, in Marsh Harbour, the above named providers, it is a broad- Dundas Town, Murphy Town, Cherokee, band, high speed connection. As yet it is Man-O-War, Hope Town and Spring Abaco’s Oldest, Most Experienced Broker available in select areas of Abaco but other City. Coverage is expanding, and upgrad- areas are steadily coming on line. Batelco ing of bandwidths should be in effect by boasts of a 24-hour hotline for technical the summer. support, and friendly staff is available for For clients “on the go” and located in information regarding residential and com- areas where neither phone connection nor mercial packages weekdays during work- Cable is available or possible, the new ing hours at their Marsh Harbour and Trea- and exciting “wireless internet” is in ex- sure Cay offices. Orientation programmes istence. Descending upon Abaco like a are offered to those unfamiliar with the massive communication “cloud,” it has • Ocean Front Lots • Villas internet. fast become popular among yachtsmen as Cable internet is offered by Cable Baha- they can roam Abaco Sound without hav- • Beach Homes • Apartments mas. It is similar to DSL in terms of speed ing to be connected to a telephone line. • Condominiums • Canal Lots William “Bill” Hertz but it is a “shared network,” meaning speeds No strings attached. The two companies may vary according to the number of users at the forefront of this service are Out Serving Abaco for 36 YEARS simultaneously on line. The service is sup- Island Internet and Abacom Wireless plied to the customer through an existing Service. Both companies have overlap- cable television subscriber line. Cable Ba- ping coverage on the mainland and the hamas, as well as Batelco, offer fiber-optic cays. The wireless signal is similar to the connections for commercial grade internet marine VHF transmissions although on a subscribers and secure private networks very different frequency and is very much such as financial institutions and large “line of sight.” Reception is very good. Rotary Donates to TREASURE CAY SPECIAL • $1,200,000 Gross Two Worthy Causes 4 bedroom home on Ocean Blvd. The Rotary Club of Abaco held a fund the community and have done fund raising raising golf tournament in January. Scouts projects. assisted with the tournament. In response More recently the Rotary Club presented Mrs. Jacquelyn Estavez, President of the a check for $5000 to the Every Child Counts Rotary Club of Abaco, presented a check program in Marsh Harbour. That program for $1000 to Sandra Evans, Abaco Scout has several aspects. It is a school which ac- Commissioner, and Bill Thorndycraft, cepts children that are unable to attend nor- Scout Leader. The funds will be used to mal classes. The program also works with help defray the expenses of the Scout Troop teachers from most schools on Abaco to in Crown Haven, who will be attending a recognize children with problems, trains Boy Scouts of America Summer Camp in them how to test them to analyze their prob- P.O. Box AB-22182 Florida this summer. Presently, there are lems, then suggests ways the teachers can Ask about Crossing Rocks Area Treasure Cay, Abaco three Scout Troops on Abaco, two in Marsh handle those problems. The program brings Phone: (242) 365-8061 156 Acres Ripe for Development Harbour and one in Crown Haven. The experts from the States for the training pro- Fax: ( 242) 365-8061 Scouts have volunteered their services to gram. Remember, if you lived here you’d be home now!

When you require a Real Estate Appraisal, please call:

Kathleen Albury, BRI

a professional Licensed Real Estate Appraiser who has performed work for most local The Regattas of Abaco financial institutions, many attorneys and private individuals. Kick Back and Relax in Abaco! She also serves as Estate Agent with H.G. Christie, Ltd. with six years of extensive We now represent a superb selection of Vacation and varied experience in real estate, both in the U.S. and the Bahamas, four of these Condominiums years in Abaco. She maintains licenses in both countries. She has completed many in The Regattas. Beautifully and fully continuing education courses, having received her Bahamas Real Estate Institute furnished, all amenities. designation, and can be considered one of the best trained realtors in Abaco. Close to restaurants and nightlife! Weekly and monthly rentals. Kathleen serves all of Abaco and currently resides in Hope Town, Elbow Cay. Please call for information. Tel. 242.367.3262 P.O. Box AB 20777 FAX. 242.367.3260 Bay Street - Marsh Harbour, Royal Harbour Village Abaco, Bahamas Bay Street, Marsh Harbour Tel: (242) 367 - 5454 www.bahamasrealty.bs Fax: (242) 367 - 5452 Email. [email protected] e.mail: [email protected] HGChristie.com May 1, 2004 The Abaconian Page 13 B

tor, Rev. Fr. Father Ramon Saavedra, dur- over to Hope Town to celebrate his last He has taken up residence in New York City Church News ing Easter week. He led all the Easter week Mass for the Catholic community there. where he will continue his religious studies services at the church and celebrated his Father Ramon, who was greatly loved as well as assisting at St. Theresa’s Catho- Church Minister Returns last Mass on Easter Sunday before going in the community, left Abaco on April 15th. lic Church and two veteran’s hospitals. and Hosts a Retreat By Jennifer Hudson The congregation of the Kirk of the Pines Brokers Presbyterian Church in Marsh Harbour is Anne Albury very pleased to welcome Rev. David Marcellus Roberts Stapleton back to Abaco. He was minister of the church from late1997 to October 2003 (242) 365-8538 Ph when he left to spend some time with his (242) 365-8587 Ph/Fax family back in England. He has returned to Abaco to once again assist with the church Member for the next four months. The Every Child Treasure Cay Properties - Offered by Treasure Cay Specialists Counts school is also delighted to have him assisting with their programme once again. ROYAL PALM CASUARINA BEACH/OCEAN BOULEVARD Rev. Stapleton and the Kirk of the Pines Canal Front Condos with on-site Tennis and Pool "Toad Hall" Package deal. Extra large ocean front lot hosted Elders from St. Andrews Presbyte- Phase I 3 bed / 2.5SOLD bath -12 ft. wide slip$302,500 with unlimited opportunity for building your rian Church in Nassau and the Lucayan PhaseSOLD II 2 bed / 2 bath, no slip dream home. Directly behind is your present main Presbyterian Church in Freeport at a Church $260,000 ATLANTIS home on its own lot. Two storey with 4 bed / 3 bath Retreat on April 16 and 17. Among other Canal Front Condos with on-site Pool upstairs and large living / dining / kitchen down things, plans for a church building and the Bldg 4 Upstairs SOLD2 bed / 2 bath, boat slip $224,000 stairs. Detached double garage with 1 bed / 1 bath way forward were discussed. During the Bldg 4 DownstairsSOLD end unit, 2 bed/ 2 bath guest apt. above. $1,292,000 Sunday service three church elders were w/boat slip $242,000 installed. Hugh Cottis and Bill Thorndycraft MARINERS COVE “Another World” This name gives you an idea of this were ordained as new elders and Bill Townhouse Condos with on-site Tennis and Pool special family island beach home. 5 bed/ 5 bath CBS Schweizer, who was previously an elder in Marina View 1 bed SOLD/ 1 bath $113,000 house on world reknown Treasure Cay beach with his church in the U.S., was inducted as an many features/ extras including a van and golf cart. elder of the Presbyterian Church in the VILLAS Areal “MUST SEE” $1,440,000 Bahamas. Brigantine Villas “Serenity” A real “Estate” property. Modern 4 bed/4.5 Presently, the Kirk of the Pines meets Ocean front, private,SOLD 2 bed / 2 bath $280,000 bath, 5600 sq. ft., two storey CBS home with each Sunday morning at 9 a.m. in the mu- ROCK POINT incredible ocean views. Upper level extra large, sic room of Forest Heights Academy and Apartment four-plex, 2 storey CBS building, each open concept living/dining/kitchen with outdoor offers an invitation to anyone who is look- level has 2 full apartments with 2 bed, 1 bath, covered balcony and master en-suite bed/bath. ing for a church home. living/dining/kitchen. Great rental investment. Lower level 2 bed/2 bath, lounge, wet bar plus Farewell to Father Ramon MUST SEE! $350,000 additional bed/bath and double garage. Property By Jennifer Hudson TREASURE HOUSES has two fully landscaped lots with 290 feet ocean The Roman Catholic community of St. Ocean front luxury units with lagoon pool / waterfall front. Special property with many, many additional Francis de Sales Church in Marsh Harbour 2 bed / 2 bath octagonal houses features including 2 bed/1 bath caretaker’s cottage. and the Catholic community of Hope Town Front row Unit #1 $425,000 $3,800,000 bade a fond farewell to their Associate Pas- Garden/ocean UnitSOLD #4 $356,000 “Titzl House” Located onSOLD Ocean Blvd., spacious CBS, BAHAMA BEACH CLUB 2 bed/ 2 bath home, patio off living/ dining/ kitchen, New luxury condominium project on Treasure Cay airy Bahama room, mature landscaping. Beach. 3 bed / 3 bath / Den / Lanai / on-site pool PRICED TO SELL! $215,000 and many other features Starting at $475,000 GALLEON BAY CANAL / ESTATES Plus 14% closing P.O. Box AB-20180 BRIGANTINE BAY ESTATES “Safe Harbour” Canal front with excellent elevation. Marsh Harbour, Abaco Octagonal 825± sq. ft. garage / efficiency guest "Sea Cliff" newly completed 2 storey CBS home fully PH: 367-0020 house with plans for main house. Dock with furnished. Living / dining / kitchen downstairs, bed Dr. Edwin Demeritte, Neurologist / power in place. Must see. $405,000 rooms upstairs. Direct greenway access to Treasure Neurophysiologist (Adults & Children) Cay beach MOTIVATED SELLER $369,000 “Laguna” brand new canal front, octagonal home,fully May 14, 2004 furnished, 3 bed/ 2 bath, modern open concept, LEEWARD BEACH ESTATE Ms. Kim Scriven - Audiology living/dining/kitchen plus partially covered deck. “Trident”/”Turquoise Seas” You cannot be more “on Hearing aids, hearing testing Perfect island retreat for some lucky family the beach” than in this special home. Offering 3 bed May 14, 2004 $714,500 / 3 1/2 bath in the main house with detached garage Ms. Sonya Artwell - Ultra Sound Tech / bed / bath / attic plus storage. Vast deck oceanside “Seaductress” / “Harbour’s Edge” Modern CBS 3 bed/ May 15, 2004 with widow’s walk. WOW! $2,520,000 3 bath home including private entry suite, pool, 80 ft., full serviced dock, 2 car garage including Dr. May Hestmo - Hand and “Cross Winds” Split level CBS home extra large lot two vehicles. Exceptional location and view. Orthopedic Surgeon across from 2 beach greenways. Private. Master bed/ Many more features, must see to appreciate. May 15, 2004 bath suite upstairs. Lower level 2 bed / 2 bath, cozy MOTIVATED SELLER $1,200,000 Dr. Ida Mae Hanna - Dietician, living room/ kitchen/ dining/ utility. Apartment Healthy Lifestyle annex 1 bed/ 1 bed, living kitchen, enclosed patio. “Lot Fifteen” Canal front, newly completed and May 17, 2004 Plus! Plus! Plus! $984,000 designerfurnished dream house. CBS 3 bed / 2 bath Dr. Rosetta Ingraham, Dermatologist SANDPIPER BEACH 3,000 sq. ft. with double garage. Fully landscaped May 17, 2004 with irrigation system. Many extra features. “Top of the Rock” situated on two elevated ocean $850,000 + 14% closing Dr. Bernard Rolle - General Medicine/ front lots with natural and tropical gardens. Main Diabetes Specialist house 1 bed / 1 bath with detached 2 bed / 1 bath WINDWARD BEACH ESTATES May 19, 2004 guest accommodations plus additional 400 sq. ft. “Seaclusion” Ocean front CBS house, 2 bed / 2 bath plus detached 20’ x 30’ 2-car garage with extra Dr. Daniel Johnson - Foot Doctor entertainment / bunk house efficiency. Great holiday beach property. $2,100,000 bath. House has wonderful view as well as prevail- May 21, 2004 ing tradewinds $738,000 “Point of View” 3 bed/ 2 1/2 bath CBS split level Dr. Elaine Lundy - General Practioner “Sea Star” built as a retiree’s dream house, this com- May 22, 2004 open concept home with cathedral ceilings and skylights. Lower level including living/ dining/ fortable spacious home has 2 bed / 2 bath with cozy Dr. Gregory Neil - Plastic Surgeon kitchen/ den and master bedroom suite accesses living/dining/kitchen. Also enclosed porch, carport, June 5, 2004 large ocean-side deck with Beach Beach and more utility room. Lush garden w/ picket fence. Package shows lots of TLC. $370,000 Dr. Charles Johnson - Ears, Nose, Throat Beach. Upstairs bedrooms each with own entry and June 10, 2004 sun deck. $1722,000 “Bahama Sunset” Canal front two storey CBS home with 141 ft. water frontage with dock. Upper level Dr. Paul Hunt - Pediatrician, VACANT LOTS AVALABLE has living’dining’kitchen’ den with mater suite and Asthma and Allergy Testing • Casuarina Beach/Ocean Blvd. 1 acre+/- $813,000 large covered deck. Downstairs 1 bed/ 1 bath/ living June 14, 2004 • Canal Front beginning at $99,000 also large garage/ workshop. Unique property with Dr. Francis Biney - Ear, Nose, Throat • Golf Course / Interior beginning at $25,000 fantastic sunset view as well as sunrise ocean view. Every week Monday, Wednesday, Friday $950,000 Mr. Christopher R. Monize - Physical Treasure Cay has one of the world's best Beaches, Golf Course, Tennis, full service Marina, just naming a few amenities. Therapist Please do not hesitate to contact us for further information - We not only sell here, we live here and love it. Every week Friday For further details and pictures visit our web page at http://www.treasurecayrealestate.com Mailing address: P.O. Box AB22183, Treasure Cay, Abaco, Bahamas • E-mail: [email protected] For Appointments Call 367-0020 Page 14 B The Abaconian May 1, 2004 Police Crime Report A passport and clothing were lost when taken into custody on April 12 and sub- Town yard of the owner on April 18. was found with $49.65 on his possession. someone stole a Murphy Town resident’s sequently charged with causing death. A Treasure Cay man was arrested on A Fire Road resident was struck in the bag on April 4 while at the Marsh An 18-foot Boston Whaler stolen from April 21 at the side of Annie’s Take-away head with a pool stick while at a bar in Harbour airport liquor store. Crown Haven was recovered on Grand on the S.C. Bootle Highway . The kitchen Cooper’s Town on April 20. A Guana Cay man was arrested on Bahama on April 15 and a Freeport resi- door was discovered to be jimmied and he April 6 for stealing. dent was arrested. A pouch was stolen from a Murphy A ten-year-old child was attacked by a Town resident’s car on April 6 contain- pit bull and bitten on the shoulder while OCEAN BLUE PROPERERERTIESTIESTIES ing $200 cash, a passport and credit playing at the Latterain Church pre- Sales, Rentals and Property Management cards. school in Dundas Town on April 16. G.P.O. Green Turtle Cay, Abaco, Bahamas A Madeira Park, Treasure Cay, resi- A 15-year-old boy was injured in the Telephone 1-561-656-9708 • Telephone/Fax 1-242-365-4636 dent was arrested for causing harm on face below his eye while playing with a E-mail: [email protected] • www,oceanblueproperties.com April 6. bullet which exploded. He found the A Grand Cay man was arrested on bullet while at the Marsh Harbour dump On Green Turtle Cay: • New! Three-year-old two story fur- April 8 when found by police to have a late in the morning of April 16. He was • The beach: • 1.46 acres on Atlantic nished home. 2 bedrooms 2 1/2 baths up- bag of marijuana in the waist of his pants. treated locally and sent to Nassau for Ocean. 135' on beach. $480,000 per appartment with office, A/C, satel- An $1800 stereo system and two head further treatment. • Two one-third acre lots on Bight O Bay lite, W/D, surroiunding covered porch sets were stolen from a residence in the A Grand Cay resident was arrested for beach. 90' frontage. Close to town and with stunning views of Atlantic Ocean. Pigeon Peas section of Marsh Harbour hitting another man in the head with a public dock. Ground floor: garage with golf cart, 1 sometime between April 8 and 13. beer bottle at 2 a.m. on April 18. He faces • Fourteen lots across from Bight O Bay bedroom 1 bath furnished apartment, A/ Beacon’s Book Store in Marsh Harbour further charges for resisting arrest and Beach. Water front on Inner White Sound. C and deck. 1/4 acre. $585,000 plus 7% was broken into over the weekend of assaulting police officers. 1/2 acre and up. Starting at $78,650 to close. Located just 200 steps from the April 10 and $5 was stolen. A resident of Great Cistern was ar- • Quiet waterfront: 1.35 acres on Black beach. Electronic World Store in Marsh rested on April 18 after his pickup truck Sound, with dock, close to beach. • The BeachouseUNDER ParcelCONTRACT Harbour was broken into over the week- was found in a ditch, and he appeared to $650,000 US $1.85 million plus 7.5% to close end beginning April 8 with apparently be under the influence of alcohol. • A jewel of a home with pool set high on • New! Prime waterfront commercial lo- nothing stolen. A Fox Town resident was arrested on a bluff overlooking Sea of Abaco. One acre cation in the town of New Plymouth on A body was discovered in a sink hole April 18 for stealing. of property stunningly landscaped with Green Turtle Cay. Take-away restaurant near Bustic Bight north of Marsh Harbour Two jet skis were stolen from Freeport wooden walkways and decks. Six build- plus two bedroom and two bath furnished in the afternoon of April 9. The body was on April 17. A Grand Cay man and an ings set out in “pod” arrangement. 3 bed- two story building. Near public dock. wrapped in plastic, duct tape and a large accomplice were believed to be involved. rooms, 3 1/2 bath. Wicker and rattan fur- $390,000 plus 2% to close chain. Ian Knowles of Murphy Town was A taxi caught fire while in the Cooper’s niture throughout including pieces by • Under construction: three 40’ x 32’ Tommy Bahama. $1.98 million cottages each with water maker; central • Ocean Beach: 1/2 acre lot on high ridge A/C, 9 ft high ceilings, ceiling fans, 2 IT’S THE LAW! with gorgeous ocean view. Many fruit bedrooms and 2 full baths, covered front trees. Five minute walk to beach. Reef porch and rear deck, landscaped, and shel- close enough to swim to. $72,000 gross tered parking for golf carts. Located within • 1/2 acre lots within 5 minute walk of five minutes of two spectacular beaches; public dock, water front and Green Turtle public dock and major resort. A perfect Club. $60,000-$70,000 each retirement home! BUCKLE UP!UP!BUCKLE • Bluff Harbour Furnished private home. $360,000 plus 7% to close Three bedrooms, three baths plus caretaker • Groundbreaking underway for the cottage. 2000’ water front. Secluded. One construction of four 40’ x 32’ 2 bed 2 full acre. Boat ramp and dock site. Needs re- bath charming cottages within 5 min. walk pair. of Coco Bay and the ocean beaches. Aisle of Palm Realty • Stunning new home Interior still under Includes central A/C, RO system, 7,000 construction. All materials on site to com- gal rain water tank, septic tank, 18” x 18” Aisle of Palm Realty plete. 2 bed 2 bath. A/C throughout. Views tile floors, island ceiling fans, hardiplank P. O. Box AB 20900 of ocean, Guana Cay and Sea of Abaco. siding, insulated exterior walls, covered Marsh Harbour, Abaco, Bahamas $575,000 ONO porch and deck, white picket fence and Phone 242-367-0080 • Green Turtle Estates: 1/2 acre only 125 landscaping. A perfect retirement home! Fax 242-367-0081 feet from ocean beach. Firm $183,000 B360,000 email: [email protected] • Lot 11 CocoUNDER Bay CONTRACT $70,800 • A perfect spot on White Sound with web site: www.aisleofpalmrealty.com • North End: Stunning furnished hilltop, private dock, boat house, one bedroom Brent Cartwright 3 bedroom, 2 bath hom with fireplace, furnished cottage, and two bedroom two perched 35 feet above the Atlantic Ocean. bath furnished main house with enclosed BEST BUYS Vaulted ceilings. 125’ on ocean. Pan- porch. Stunning views of the sunset. oramic views of ocean through French Accessible only by sea. Property goes IN ABACO doors, 3000 squ. ft. under roof plus 1,000 from sea to sea on the Sea of Abaco and sq. ft. of screened-in porch. W/D, A/C in White Sound. Telephone. Needs work. Guana Cay #1073 MOTIVATED AND JUST master bedroom plus ceiling fans through- Includes two Whalers with engines and a REDUCED #1003 Best priced home on REDUCED - 2/1 cottage in the settlement out. One acre. $1.42 million gross Sunfish. $660,000 plus 7% to close Elbow Cay - 2/2.5 home on 17,000 sq. ft. close to beach and harbour. Ideal location • Lot 8 Inner WhiteSOLD Sound • NEW! Two story commercial water lot. Offers sea views, central A/C, cypress in this picturesque town. $169,900 • Secluded two-acre parcel with house tongue and groove walls and plans for a front furnished building at Long Dock main house of 4,000 sq. ft. with 3/3.5 on stretching from Bluff Harbour to the Sea in New Plymouth on Green Turtle Cay. Guana Cay 1075 BEST PRICED beach lot two levels with wrap around patios. A MUST of Abaco. Over 1000 feet of water front. Apartment and take-out restaurant. on Guana. 10,000 ± sq. ft. lot on SEE $399,500 Stunning views. Two bedrooms / 2 baths. $357,500 plus 2% to close oceanfront beach. Also a set of plans New protected dock on Bluff Harbour. Ga- • NEW! 1/3 acre inland lot located near available for the lot by special zebo on Sea of Abaco. 30,000 gallon cis- two beaches and public dock. Residential oceanfront architect. Call Now tern. Stand-by generator. Many mature area. Resort within walking distance. $139,900 trees. Garage. $3,000,000 $65,000 plus 2% to close Guana Cay #1019 - Two adjacent • Lot 10 Coco BaySOLD 1/3 acre overlookingUNDER CONTRACT Coco Bay and beach. cottages each with 2/1.5 on two floors. • Osprey Nest $70,800 UNDER CONTRACT Treasure Cay #1076 - Golf course lot Close to beach and harbour. Ideal rental US $895,000 plus 7.5% to close • Four unit income producing 2 bed 1 overlooking 18th Tee and fairway. Private homes. $200,000 each or $347,000 for • New! Two story three bedroom, two bath apartment complex. Fully furnished. area and close to beach. $25,000 GREAT BUY both. bath furnished waterfront home on Black Water views. Dock. Laundry. Two years ( photo or this lot attached as Treasure Cay Sound with dock. Gourmet kitchen. Two old $700,000 plus closing 008) furnished waterfront ground floor one Munjack Cay: Little Harbour #1086 NEW LISTING - becroom apartments with excelent rental • One-quarter acre on beach, 125’ front- Endless ocean views from this modern two history. A/C in all bedrooms. Command- age. $183,000 story home offering 2/2 with office, large ing view of Black Sound and Gilliam Bay. Little Ambrigris Cay: game room with bar, open and covered patios, back up generator, beach and dock a few steps to Gillam Bay beach. • 10 acres. Dock material on site. Beauti- access. Great price at $564,000 Coral Point - #1007 3/2 home poured $1.32 million gross ful beach. High hill. to belt on 40' ridge overlooking the sea. Tilloo Cay #1021 - Two adjacent • Hill top lot 200’ x 312’ with mature 695,000 gross plus 14% closing costs Scotland Cay - Two adjacent hill top lots 140'+ of waterfront and over 1.5 acres parcels with good draft just offshore and trees offering stunning views (from a Abaco Main Land: close to the marina and airstrip with of land. Finish your dream home. excellent elevations. Call for details. proposed 2 story house) of the Sea of • 100’ on the Sea of Abaco x 200’ Near amazing ocean views. $135,000 and Please call us for information on these fine listings Abaco, Bluff Harbour and Munjack Cay. Fire Road. B$59,000 $175,000 Boat slips are currently A short walk to Coco Bay and the ocean • 110’ of Sea of Abaco x 200’ with new available in the marina to homeowners. or any of our other listings throughout Abaco beaches. Underground utilities available. nearly finished block 2 bedroom 2 bath web site: www.aisleofpalmrealty.com B$360,000 house. Near Fire Road. B$177,000 May 1, 2004 The Abaconian Page 15 B

Green Turtle Cay Office Hope Town Representative

Chris Farrington - BRI Ainsley Harrison Office (242) 365- Hope Town, Abaco Phone 242 366-0338 4695 Email: Fax (242) 365-4697 LIGHTBOURN REALTY [email protected] Email: [email protected] P.O. Box AB 22758 Green Turtle Cay, Abaco

Waterfront with Dock - #0333 Two bedroom two Beachfront - ½ acre lot located virtually on the Atlantic beach. bath house with large open entertaining areas with great Sold! views. Boat house and dock has power & water. Motivated Ocean View Lots - two 1/3 acre lots overlooking the seller! Under Contract Atlantic. Elevated with great views 200’ ft. from the beach. Treasure Cay - #1322 Three bedroom two bath home Sold! near beaches and golf course. Fully furnished with all ameni- Nice Neighbourhood – ready for building! Cleared lot ties. $265,000 Reduced with fruit trees, near to beaches, park and a public dock. Historic Club & Inn - #5077 Located in the heart of $45,000 a storybook Colonial village, this 150-year-old landmark Greenway Canal Lot - Treasure Cay with splendid un- has been meticulously maintained in its original décor. Con- obstructed views of the canal. $35,000 Owner says sell! sisting of 10 guest rooms, 40-seat restaurant, lounge, pool Waterfront with Pool - Three bedroom 2 1/2 bath and patio. A rare find that will allow you to enjoy a lifestyle located in beautiful Treasure Cay, overlooking the Sea of Abaco. reminiscent of the old days. This once in a lifetime opportu- This new house is sure to be a pleaser. Offered at $546,000 nity is offered at $1,780,000 Hurry! Reduced High on a Bluff - waterfront 1/3 acre elevated lot af- Beach/Canal lot package - Enjoy the best of two Marsh Harbour - #5078 Pelican Shores This lovely 2 bed/ 2 1/2 bath fords spectacular vistas of the Sea of Abaco and breathtak- worlds, a beautiful sandy beach and a safe canal front lot for is in one of the most desired locations. This home features open living ing sunsets. Located near resorts and marinas, this is a must your boat. Located in Leisure Lee, these adjoining lots are a area, ceramic tile throughout, laundry room and a private dock. This see. Sold! rare find for the person who loves living on the beach and home has gorgeous views of the Sea of Abaco. Fantastic Listing! Two Lots overlooking the sea. These gorgeous elevated 1/3 boating. Call for price $940,000 acre lots have a spectacular view of the Sea of Abaco with Coco Bay Waterfront with Dock - Beautiful lot overlooking magnificent sunsets. Owner will sell as a pair. Call for price. Coco Bay, has a deep water dredged channel and dock. Prop- New Listing! erty is landscaped and ready to build. Offered at $482,000 Marsh Harbour Office Sold! Large waterfront lots on Black Sound – Some of these waterfront lots have over 100’ on the water. Four lots have been sold so hurry while they last. Prices starting at $415,000 Guana Cay - Guana Ridge House # 0271 4 bed/ 2 bath home with a 2 bed/ 1 bath apartment situated on a magnificent bluff presenting sea views of the Sea of Abaco. This home has a fantastic rental history. Also features a private dock. Don’t delay. Call today! $699,000 Mailin Sands • [email protected] Ph. (242) 367-2992 • Fax (242) 367-4800 Marsh Harbour - # 5106 Great opportunity invest- P.O. Box AB 20900 ment. 5 octagonal wooden building comprises of 2,985 Marsh Harbour, Abaco, Bahamas sq ft. These buildings are now currently being used for Marsh Harbour - # 5105 Great Investment. This duplex fea- commercial ventures. There are two upstairs units that tures 2 beds and 2 baths in each unit. Both features open living are 1 bed/1 bath apartments. This property is located in kitchen and dining area. Furnished and well kept. $260,000 the main tourist strip. Fantastic investment. $640,000

Yellowwood - Vacant lot approx 125’ X 150’, close to Cherokee Sound and Little Harbour $23,500 Casuarina Point - vacant lot available in growing com- White Sound, Elbow Cay - # 5017 This ocean front offers 3 munity, close to beach, reduced to fantastic price $15,900 bed and 2 bath. Other features include central A/C, a spa- Bahama Palm Shores - two lots side by side, in fast cious screened-in porch, private pool and more. Downstairs Marsh Harbour - # 0167 This charming, well kept home in Cove growing community. UNDER CONTRACT offers a 500 sq. ft. utility/garage area that can be converted Estates with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. This home has a large fenced-in Man-O-War - Vacant interior lot, in town, close walk to to an apartment. There is a detached generator house with a yard that is well manicured, central A/C, spacious kitchen and living restaurants, grocery stores and the beach. $99,900 12KW generator and sound insulated. Call today! $955,000 area. Also features a separate TV room. Master bedroom includes walk- Leisure Lee - Best priced canal lot. $45,000 UNDER Treasure Cay - 3 bedroom 2 1/2 bath waterfront home in closet and make-up vanity in addition to the comfortable bath. This CONTRACT with swimming pool. Tastefully furnished and tiled through- is a GREAT priced listing! $233,000 Pelican Shores - Elevated harbour front lots avail- out. This is a must see. Offered at $633,000 able, one of a kind location in Marsh Harbour. Starting at $225,000 Hill Creek - 4.8 acres with 50’+ elevations and 100’ of waterfront. $165,000 Fire Road North Abaco - Starter home for sale, 1 Man-O-War - “Sunsplash”#5082 4 bed, 3 bath island home bed, 1 bath, views of the sea. $30,000 beauty on 1.189 acres. Features lots of privacy, Bahamian- Bahama Palm Shores - vacant lot with foundation built furniture, close to town and includes a guest cottage. on it for 2 bedroom 1 bathroom house. House plans avail- Watch the sunrise every morning from the extensive patios Cherokee Sound - #5083 This 3 bed/ 2 bath home in a able. Great for starter home. $35,000 Green Turtle Cay - #0333 Two bedroom / two bath- and enjoy the views of the turquoise Atlantic Oean. Direct clean tidy settlement, features utility room, large kitchen, Sand Banks- Several vacant lots available approx. 1 room house with a dock. The modern interior consists of two beachfrontage. A rare and unique offering. $1,970,000 sunken living room, mini split A/C, well-kept lawn,work acre, some waterfront, some interior with elevations. Moti- dining areas, an island bar, living room and kitchen. All front shop and a storage building. House comes with a dock vated seller. Call today for prices. rooms overlook the 150' dock and harbour of White Sound. slip on the creek. $360,000 Orchid Bay - Guana Cay Gorgeous bay front lots avail- This is the last available deep water property on White Sound, able in lovely new development. Development features pool, Green Turtle Cay. $850,000 tennis courts, marina and restaurant on property. Call for Hope Town - Three story island home with 3bed/ 3 bath prices. in North End. Features walk-in closet, open living and dining Orchid Bay - Guana Cay Charming waterfront cottages area, only three years old and well-kept. $650,000 with 2b/2b, features private dock and amenities of Orchid Man-O-War - # 0331 This elegant 3 bedroom, 3 bath is- Bay. Features beautiful view of the Sea of Abaco. $732,250 land beauty comprises of 3,200 sq. ft. with all modern day features. Features include Corian counter tops, six burner MAKING REAL ESTATE REAL EASY stove, dance studio, hobby room, wine cellar, barbeque pit Marsh Harbour Duplex - Two 2/1 apartments with a 1/1 effi- and much more. Property includes guest cottage with 2b/ ciency in the rear available for sale. Fenced-in yard, furnished. www.coldwellbankerbahamas.com 2b and ocean views as well. Only steps away to a white Recent renovations. Motivated Seller! REDUCED $170,000 Page 16 B The Abaconian May 1, 2004 Better Statistics Will Benefit Tourism Physical Therapist Visits Abaco

A presentation was made by the Car- tors is particularly low. Boaters have to By Jennifer Hudson 2002. ibbean Advanced Technical Center con- mail the cards back to Nassau along with Mr. Christopher Monize, Physical Thera- On Abaco he will be seeing patients re- cerning E commerce and E business for their cruising permits which boaters fre- pist, recently made his first visit to the ferred to him by physicians and will firstly offshore clients. Ms. Kayla Ward, Gen- quently overlook. Auskell Medical Clinic and plans to return do an evaluation and then work out a treat- eral Manager, gave a talk on Informa- The information gained from the cards on a regular basis. Mr. Monize holds a ment programme for each patient. Treat- tion Technology. IT is developing soft- is factual as to where they live, where Bachelor’s degree in chemistry and biol- ments will include the use of modalities such ware to attract business to The Baha- they stayed, how long they stayed. It ogy and a Diploma in Physical Therapy as ultra-sound, ice, heat, electrical stimu- mas instead of having to go to the Far recognizes frequent visitors. It does not from the University of the West Indies. He lation, exercises and a home programme. Eastern countries. record any customer satisfaction. That has worked at the Princess Margaret Hos- Patient education will be included if changes On of the areas which the Caribbean information is gotten from exit surveys. pital in Nassau for need to be made in the home or work envi- Advanced Technical Center is involved The exit surveys get information on what four years and ronment. He will make suggestions on how with is developing new immigration visitors expect, how they rated their va- was a volunteer to make an environment’s functional out- cards which are providing a great cation and what they say about their ex- Physical Thera- come better serve them. amount of information about our visi- perience. It also records their com- pist for both the Mr. Monize treats sports injuries and is tors. The present card was introduced plaints. men’s and boys’ always available to cover sporting events in September 2003 to track trends and Complaints that visitors have regis- Bahamas National such as track meets and football matches. factors with changes being made to it tered about Abaco include too many Soccer Teams To request his services he can be contacted to make it more tourist friendly. The dogs, the communities are not clean, too from 1999 to through the Auskell Medical Clinic. cards are providing detailed information much garbage around, need for cleaner which will be helpful to the tourism in- streets, recycling should be imple- dustry. It evaluates the characteristics mented, need for more night time ac- of the tourists and provides national se- tivities, more night clubs, need to make Subscribe toThe Abaconian curity material. Tourism is working with the area more attractive to young people Immigration so both departments can as the area is presently geared more to To Keep up with All the News of the Island use the information. older people. At this time processing of the cards The information from the immigra- is completed in about four days, short- tion cards will be made available to in- ened from the previous time of four dustry people. Tourism is committed to years. Abaco data lags by about six to getting this information to the industry. eight weeks. The news cards utilize It did not have the ability to produce more check boxes, requiring less effort this data before. to fill out. Mr. Gary Young, Director of Re- Electrical Contracting • Single & 3 Phase Licenced Electricians However, only about 65 percent fill search and Statistics, gave a talk giving out the cards and of these only 18 per- statistics about tourism in the Bahamas Air Conditioning • Refrigeration • Supplies cent fill them out completely. Eighty- and specifically for Abaco. He accom- MARCUS BETHEL five percent of visitors are Americans. panied this with a slide presentation of The return of cards from Abaco visi- graphs showing a variety of information. Located on Don MacKay Blvd., Marsh Harbour Telephone: (242) 367-3186 • e-mail: [email protected]

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Professionally drilled water and drain wells. Well Done carries a complete line Gallery & Frame Shop - Tel: 367-4227 • Abaco Glass - Tel: 367-2442 Serving all of Abaco including: of Reverse Osmosis Desalinators. Guana Cay, Elbow Cay, Man’O’War Cay, Green Sizes start at 100 GPD to 20,000 Turtle Cay and Marsh Harbour. GPD. We case all of our wells down to the water and • Maintenance Free use professional well screen • Fire Resistant We can install, service and maintain • Heavy Wind Loads at the pump levels. • Factory Savings all of the equipment we sell and drill • 100% Useable Space Get your well done today to supply your water the neccessary water and drain wells • Multiple Panels and Colors maker or your home or business. • Heavy-duty Red Iron Frame Speed to supply the units. • Multiple Configurations Quality • Customized Accents • Easy Build-it-Yourself Value All buildings are Red Iron, bolt-up kits in 26 gauge We also sell, service and install water makers Construction • 20-Year Mill Backed Warranty galv. that include engineered drawings and come Call us today Call us today • Fast, Quick & Easy Delivery in all sizes. Local building codes may cause From Manufacturing prices to vary. Pricing FOB Factory. 242-367-4841 • 242-367-4842 242-367-4842 • 242-367-4841 Facilities Nationwide 1-972-267-9200 Classified Advertisements Houses and Apartments - For Rent

Minimum for 3 lines in one issue $9 COMMERCIAL Picture and 4 lines $25 RENTAL HOUSES RENTAL HOUSES Additional lines at $2 per line AND APARTMENTS AND APARTMENTS PROPERTY FOR RENT Display classified $18 per column inch We can take the photo within the Marsh Great Abaco Club - luxury vacation rentals with Island Property Management Harbour area or use your photo. all resort amenities. Ph. 242-367-4151 Call 242-367-2677 Fax 242-367-3677 www.GreatAbacoClub.com Vacations Rentals Hope Town Specialist A collection of upscale RENTAL HOUSES homes with pools, private docks, etc., ideal for AND APARTMENTS special occasions, reunions, honeymoons. Hope 2100 sq. ft. Warehouse next to the Abaco Town Hideaways 242-366-0224 or Julie Farrington & Leslie Sawyer Water Bottling plant. Not being divided. hopetown.com BAHAMAS VACATIONS 100+ private Out P.O. Box AB-22758 • Green Turtle Cay • Abaco Fenced-in with electric and phone. Great site Island homes, resorts, villas for rent. Free list- Tel: (242) 365-4695 or 365-4047 for light manufacturing, assembling, warehouse, ing. Call 1-800-462-2426 email: [email protected] whatever. 2100 square feet. $1400 per month. Your Ad www.go-abacos.com/ipm http://www.bahamasvacations.com Call Michael Albury at 367-2951 or 359-6658 Could Be Here Office space available for rent in Western Auto Call 367-3202 building. Call Johnny Pinder at 367-2442 for details. May 1, 2004 The Abaconian Page 17 B Unusual Visitor Winters in Leisure Lee

By Jennifer iguanas, hedgehogs, peacocks and tigers to cording to the species, be between 39 and Charlie is given a meal of either raw fish, Hudson name but a few. There are even “virtual” 52 inches in height. beef, pork or lamb in his own dish right Pets are an pets for people unable to own a regular pet. Joan first saw Charlie one day in 1997 outside her door. He is almost always on important Joan Moss, a resident of Leisure Lee, is standing on her neighbour’s dock, and it time for his meal. If Joan is late in the morn- part of most foster parent to an unusual pet - a Great was “ love at first sight” she says “as he is ing in putting his food out, he sits on the households Blue Heron (Ardea herodias). I cannot say such a beautiful bird.” She immediately roof opposite her bedroom window letting and people “owner” as Joan does not keep this pet in went home, took a fish out of her freezer, her know he is waiting until she gets up and hold very captivity; it is free to come and go as it waved it in front of Charlie and enticed him gives him his breakfast. On the rare occa- strong bonds pleases, but has remained a great pet to her to follow her home. He has been coming to sion that he is late, as soon as he hears his with their for six years now. Charlie, as she calls him, Joan’s home twice a day ever since, that is name called, he is there. He stays for about pets, many of is a tall greyish bird with white face, yel- when he is in The Bahamas. He comes early an hour after his meal, then goes back down whom are low bill and black on his shoulders, face in November and leaves in March or April to the water to clean his bill and pass the treated just as and belly. When in flight he has a broad for the cooler climes of Canada or the time watching for fish and frogs. family mem- wingspan, slow wing beat and folded neck. Northern United States. He is one of those Charlie has already left Abaco to visit bers. Some One of the delights of seeing him in flight lucky winter visitors who is able to enjoy his home in the north for the next six months people, how- is the beautiful blue colour on the under- the best of both worlds. leaving Joan to miss his daily visits but look- ever, keep side of his wings. He is a most majestic It is quite amazing how, every year af- ing forward very much to his return in No- some very bird. Although Joan has never been able to ter his long flight, Charlie arrives right back vember. strange pets get close enough to measure him due to his on Joan’s doorstep. He knows where life is Charlie such as lethal looking spear-like bill which is used good as she treats him so well. Every day snakes, rats, for spearing fish and frogs, he would, ac- at 7 a.m. and again between 4 and 5 p.m. Classified Advertisements Houses and Land - For Sale

Minimum for 3 lines in one issue $9 PROPERTY AND HOUSES PROPERTY & HOUSES PROPERTY & HOUSES Picture and 4 lines $25 Additional lines at $2 per line FOR SALE FOR SALE FOR SALE Display classified $18 per column inch We can take the photo within the Marsh Harbour area or use your photo. INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY Call 242-367-2677 Fax 242-367-3677 MUST SELL PROPERTY AND HOUSES FOR SALE REAL ESTATE IN ABACO For condition of sale and any other “The Best Service in Abaco” information contact Ms. C.A. Homes • Property • Beach Front • Condos • Corporate Rentals Cooper or Ms.T. Rolle at 367-2141. Sea Grape New! Great location, perfect condtion, ex- Commercial building in Marsh Harbour. cellent price, Bahama Palm Shores beauty, 3,912 square feet, fully occupied by retail, BIDS ONLY first time listed, must see. Direct beach front office, large fabrication shop & restaurant. #1 Treasure Cay Realty 2/2 1/2 with garage and studio. $459,900 location and good parking. $517,200 Dundas Town Vacant land L-shape apt. complex Superior location “in town,” Cove Estates Marvellous home, impeccably maintained, 10,000 sq. ft. Victor R. Patterson rarity. On two lots, immaculate home with high elevation and glorious Sea of Abaco 3 - 2 bed, 1 bath units Memorial Plaza large terrace, big living and dining rooms, views. Convenient, peaceful,3/2 with huge Lot #65 BL #167 9,000 sq. ft. P.O. Box AB 20123 eat-in kitchen, all new appliances. $373,500 deck, a/c. Great Cistern Cay $276,000 Area for small shop Marsh Harbour, Abaco, Bahamas Dundas Town Bright, beautiful and best view at Regattas. Lot #18B Tel: 242-367-2749 Also: Guana Cay, Treasure Cay, Royal Vacant Land Pool, courts, beach, walk to everything. 2/2 E-mail: [email protected] Harbour, Elbow Cay, Coral Point 10,810 sq. ft. Dundas Town with w/d and furnished terrace. High-end Lot # 21 Elbow Cay: kitchen and baths. $265,000 1/2 acre, 2 storey Murphy Town 4 bed, 2 bath, family rm Lot with magnificient view of Atlantic Sandra Evans, BRI East Bay Street, Marsh Harbour, Abaco Ocean and less than 400 feet from beach with Lot #25 Multiple-listing Broker Ph: 242-367-2365 Vacant Land access! Paved road and utilities. $95,000 [email protected] www.abacorealtor.com 11,277 sq. ft. Murphy Town Lot on Centerline Road, 100’ x 100’. Good Lot #78B Incomplete duplex title. $65,000. Zoned commercial Little Harbour - Great ocean view furnished Murphy Town one unit completed Lot with ocean view near Little Point. Man-O-War Real Estate cottage, 2 air conditioned bedrooms, 2 bath- Commercial building comprising 2 bed, 1 bath $65,000 6,900 sq. ft. Man-O-War Cay, Abaco rooms, screened porch, spacious outside decks 6,500 sq. ft. Marsh Harbour: Ph: 242-365-6178 • 365-6090 with landscaped yards. Full kitchen with all Lot #70 Lot #60 Hillside lot with magnificent views! $72,000 Fax: 242-365-6159 amenities, metered electric power and 7000 gal. Murphy Town cistern. $250,000 Call owners in US at 850- Murphy Town Lubbers Quarters: For Sale: “Mary’s Hideaway” - three bed- 230-8212 or 242-366-3515 in Little Harbour to 3 bed, 2 bath Duplex 2 - 2 bed, 1 bath Acre-sized lot with private dock slip! Priced rooms, two anda a half baths, dining room, see cottage. Newly repaired 7440 sq. ft. to move at $65,000 kitchen, porch overlooking beautiful Man-O- Fairly new structure Lubbers Quarters 2 bed / 3 bath house, pri- 10,000 sq. ft. War harbour. For more information contact Hillside acre with private dock slip and utili- vate boat slip available, 3 story furnished on Lot #67 Lot #3 ties. $145,000 Haziel Albury. Price: $495,000 the hill. Good rental history. By owner. US Murphy Town Murphy Town Tilloo Cay: For Sale: House located on Dickie’s Cay on $528,000 includes Bahamian Stamp Tax and Duplex 2 - 2 bed, 1 bath Duplex 2 bed, 1 bath lawyer fees. Ph. 242-359-6506 or 321-768-9642 Shore to shore strip with good elevation. 2 Man-O-War’s well protected main habour 11,232 sq. ft. and 1 bed efficiency www.oceanviewcottage.com/sale.html 1/2 acres. $225,000 across from Albury’s Harbour Store and Lot #78 8900 sq. ft. Edwin’s Boat Yard No. 1. House fully fur- Lubbers Quarters beautiful home across from Lot #68 nished - three bedrooms, three baths, dining Tilloo Cut with 2 kings / 2baths / queen loft, Marsh Harbour LIVE YOUR DREAM AT area, kitchen, sitting area with access to bal- gorgeous view, convenient location, private boat 3 bed, 2 bath Bahama Coral Island cony, air conditioning and much, much more. slip, central A/C, turn key, rental history. By Prime business location Vacant land Dock is lighted with running water, boat ramp, owner 242-366-0266 Queen Elizabeth Drive 10,890 sq ft. 10,000 pound boat lift with covered top. Ten www.abacohomeforsale.com Lot size 7400 sq. ft. Section #3 Block A Lot #1 by ten shed at the end of the dock. Much more Man-O-War two beautiful wooded lots, one could be said about this brand new house and Marsh Harbour centally located triplex apart- with guest housea and orchard. Roads in place; dock facility. So please call Haziel Albury. ment. Fully furnished, enclosed property. Ask- Enjoy the life style you deserve . . . electric, phone, TV lines are underground. ing $185,000. Call Mrs. Scott at 367-5844 or Waterfront lots with private boat slips Also 16’ fiberglass sloop. H. Thompson 365- 367-2957 9 am-5 pm in a secure gated community 6060 starting at $250,000 Eight Mile Beach, 15 acres, 21 miles south of Scotland Cay home, Sea of Abaco waterfront Call 242-367-4151 or Fax 367-4152 Marsh Harbour, 193’ on beach, 60’ elevation. Marsh Harbour 3 bed/2bath furnished home. Lg 3bed/3bath, modern CBS, just remodeled, www.greatabacoclub.com Call 365-6035 Large yard w/fruit trees. $250,000. Call 367- great view, dock, 35' marina slip, landing 5503 or 357-6561 Elbow Cay’s Best Houses and Land, rentals rights, completely furnished $910,000. By By owner: 2,800 sq. ft. house with extra lot, and sales, Hope Town Hideaways. Call 242-366- Marsh Harbour, hillside lot near the castle. Owner:561-746-3337 or 242-367-5432 large kitchen, three bedrooms, two baths. 0224 or fax 242-366-0434. On the internet at Panoramic sea views, quiet residential area, [email protected] Queens Cove, Grand Bahama. Call 242-352- www.hopetown.com great opportunity. $60,000 net. Call Victor at Turtle Rocks 40 acres $8000 per acre. 910- 7420 367-2749 or Deb at 603-292-5421. 686-9612 Page 18 B The Abaconian May 1, 2004 Local Government at Work Leonard Thompson’s house on the way to as a member of Licensing. Marsh Harbour fall within Council’s mandate but would be the ferry dock and at the top of the hill to members felt this was inappropriate as he for the Ministry of Education to install as Pelican Shores. left the Board several years ago during a this would be construed as a capital expense. Mrs. Key told of improvements to the period of irregularities. Administrator Wil- Councillor Carl Archer reminded Mr. Mills Central Abaco Dist. Council March 31 vendor huts at Goombay Park. Additional liams reminded Council members that that in any event it would be a collective The Council approved Shawn Simms to rustic stalls were build between the present Dundas Town could recommend whom they decision of the Council and not a decision be on Licensing replacing Paul Swain. buildings, allowing additional vendors to wished and the Council would then vote. for the Chief Councillor to make. The nomination of Wayde Archer for the participate. Bahama Hot Mix has been ap- This is expected to come up at the next The Crossing Beach restrooms were dis- Licensing Board caused one Council mem- proached on paving the center area and meeting. cussed again with the Deputy Chief Coun- ber to strongly object. A Marsh Harbour Tourism would like a boardwalk between Mrs. Key asked the Chief Councillor to cillor making a motion (which failed) to member, Mrs. Yvonne Key, objected to his the pavement and stalls. Further improve- stop writing letters suggesting the letters either be given a key or to cut the lock off being on the Licensing Board based on his ments will depend on available funds. were sanctioned by Council. She showed and install a lock provided by Council. It performance as chairman of that Board sev- A request was noted from the Marsh several letters recently written on Counicil was left that the Administrator will discuss eral years ago. After a heated discussion, it Harbour Volunteer Fire Department which letterhead to Marsh Harbour property own- the issue with the Marsh Harbour Town was agreed that he could be on the Board asked if its stipend could be raised from the ers reflecting the personal views of the Chief Committee. but not as chairman. present $96 per week. Councillor but not the Council. One letter Mr. Mills was authorized to make a trip The Chairman discussed a special project Steps will be taken to close an unlicensed concerned a fence in the Crossing Beach to Exuma on May 4 - 7 to get information that he was working on. He feels that the garage in Spring City. Cars are accumulat- area. on the marine preserve there and bring in- Ocean View Park needs a sea wall to pro- ing around the property. A heated discussion then ensued between formation relative to establishing a marine tect the basketball court from erosion due The vacant lot separating the Pigeon Pea Councillor Yvonne Key and Chief Coun- preserve on Abaco. He was given a budget to wave action. area from the softball park in Marsh cillor Cay Mills over access to the restroom of $1100 for transportation, hotel and other The Chairman felt that the Crossing Harbour is scheduled to be cleaned. It was at Crossing Beach. The Chief Councillor, expenses relative to the trip. Beach restroom needs to be under the con- unclear if this will include the removal of who is a taxi driver, asked that control of Administrator Williams asked the Chief trol of the Council rather than the Marsh garbage now hid by overgrowth along the the Crossing Beach be assigned to Council. Councillor to plan to go to Trinidad in No- Harbour Town Committee. He would like Pigeon Pea boundary. He feels that the taxi drivers need the vember to attend the World Mayor’s Coun- to see the restroom opened very early in Steps are being taken to secure the Pa- restroom opened at 6 a.m for people com- cil. The Bahamas would like to be repre- the morning for the benefit of taxi drivers vilion being donated by a long time home- ing from Hope Town and Man-O-War to sented at this meeting with Chief Council- who arrive early for the ferries. However, owner in the area. This would be erected catch the early 7 a.m. Bahamasair flight. lors being our version of a mayor. Mrs. Key objected strenuously saying that on the vacant waterfront site east of the Another issue was the Chief Councillor’s it was a Marsh Harbour park and would Conch Inn used years ago for a packing refusal to sign the contract check for the remain under Marsh Harbour control. She plant. Marsh Harbour road cleaning crew. Ap- would be willing to give a restroom key to It was reported that Snake Cay has been parently the Chief Councillor found an area a Marsh Harbour taxi driver so he can open sold for a development. of roadways in Marsh Harbour which did not meet his approval, and he withheld pay- it at 7 a.m. The discussion was so heated Town Planning April 26, 2004 that several members walked out of the ment. room, causing the meeting to be adjourned Twelve applications were before the The discussion became quite heated and without formalities. Board with a combined value of Mrs. Key left the meeting amid remarks $2,126,130. All were approved with some suggesting racial overtones. Marsh Harbour Committee 6 April 2004 requiring further approval from Environ- Administrator Williams said the proper Quotes will be requested for construct- mental Health. Eight were of a residential procedure would be to bring the matter to ing additional sidewalks in the business sec- nature, a warehouse was submitted by Council’s attention rather than attempt to tion of Marsh Harbour. There may be Bahama Palm Grove, AID requested an rectify a perceived problem by taking pu- enough money for 2200 feet of sidewalk to addition to their building, Cherokee Air nitive action. begin at Insurance Management and extend applied for an office, customer lounge and Mr. Mills asked Council’s permission to into town. reception area at the airport, and the Pilot buy and install burglar bars on the com- Speed reducing bumps are still wanted Club applied to build a guard shelter at the puter rooms at the high school and the pri- and John Schaeffer, Abaco Engineer, has entrance to Abaco Central High School. mary school. Each summer these rooms are vandalized and equipment stolen. been requested to bring information on this Central Abaco Council 29 April 2004 to the Committee. 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I am selling for financial reasons. $900 Lighthouse Marina $18,500 OBO Call 367-3596 Visa and MasterCard Accepted Call Billy at 359-6211 Moving Sale, all items in excellent condition, Wooden bunk bed w/ trundle bed $300, twin Island PharPharIsland macymacymacy mattress $250, foam mattress $ 50, wooden table w/ 4 chairs $250, nautical-themed chest Prescriptions • Testing of drawers, 5 drawers $400, Sony 20" TV $150, Beauty Supplies • Vitamins Sony VCR $50, Call Donna 367-3180 evenings 26’ Tiera Pursuit, 1989, twin 1998 Suzuki 200 Ricardo Miller, to see items. HP outboards, 200 hrs., outriggers. DUTY Pharmacist Computer 1.2 gig processor, 20 gig hardrive, PAID $24,000 561-308-2106 Hours 9 am - 6:30 pm 128 RAM, 17” monitor, modem, CD burner, Sundays 10 am - 4 pm Canon BJC 200 printer. $500 Air Conditioner Ph/Fax 367-2544 5,200 BTU window unit, like new. $175 Apex Cell 554-8183 20” colour TV (new) $250, Apex combination Dove Plaza, Marsh Harb. DVD/VCR player (new) $275, TV/VCR wall mounting bracket $75, Samsung Microwave $125. All in excellent condition. Call 367-5076 SUNSHINE TRUCKING Brand new electric drier, still in box. Call 366- For all your trucking needs 33 ft. Chris Craft 1974, partially renovated, 0347 very roomy, good fishing boat. $16,000 or best Authorized Trained Dealer for TyrFil offer. Call Grant @359-6208 for info VEHICLES FOR SALE The World’s Foremost Deflation- Proof Tire System Ford Tempo, excellent condition, 36,000 origi- Call Now 367-4061 Abaco Electric Motor & nal miles, A/C, P/S, P/B, AM/FM radio, new Fax 3668 tires. $5500 OBO. Call 367-5076 Generator Repairs 93 Merc. Capri Convertible Sports Car. We guarantee service, price & your satisfaction For Industrial, Off-the-Road, Golf Cart, Quiet engine, very low mileage. New top. Ex- Rewind, Rebuild, Repair ¼ HP - 200 HP Wheelbarrow, Motorcycle, Car & Truck Tires cellent condition. Call 242-352-7420 38' Gulfstar MotorYacht 1983 DUTY PAID, All Types of Electric Motors Major refit & repowered 1995. S/130 DSL Electric Pumps, Generators, Power Tools 96 Nissan Extended Cab, automatic, A/C. Well maintained. $62,500 312-287-6524 or Air Compressor Repairs $9000 ONO - 23’ Seacraft, 86, center con- JOB OPPORTUNITIES [email protected] Sonith Lockhart • 367-3273 sole, 200 HP Yamaha, Bimini top, GPS, depth Forest Drive, Dundas Town finder. $13,000 ONO Call 365-8895 after 3 p.m. Nature Tour Guide Wanted to lead kayak and biking tours. Abaco Outback will train. 98 Toyota Windom, right hand drive. $17,700. Big CaCaBig t Equipment Minimum 21 years old, must have valid Contact Mitzi 367-2030 Rentals: Backhoe, D3 Tractor, driver’s license and good water skills. Call 367- 2000 Pontiac Montana van, beautiful condi- Payloader, Dump Truck 5358 for application. tion, red, new tires, A/C front and back. 365- Services: Land clearing, Trenching 8188 Foundations Kemp’s Private Maid Service is now taking Fill, rock and sand applications from private home owners and all businesses. Call 554-9905 and ask for Teresa. BOATS AND MARINE 56’ Shrimp Trawler. Four new 500-gal fiber Fax: 242-367-2464 Bus Driver Needed Must have a valid service ITEMS FOR SALE glassed steel fuel tanks (two in engine room/ Tel: 242-367-2655 • 367-5250 driver’s license, be able to operate a standard two in lazarette). One 350-gal stainless steel Cell #: 477-5322 • 359-6839 shift vehicle and be between the ages of 25 and Dock Ladder “steps.” For more info, contact tank in lazarette for drinking water. Alarm 45. Interested persons please call 375-8098 Sam Albury at 365-6058 or 477-5944 system on all 3 engines. Computer driven “global positioning system.” One 10-KW 110/ EQUIPMENT FOR SALE 1997 200 HP Yamaha outboard, salt water 220-Volt Kubota diesel power plant, less than model, on Abaco, low hours. DUTY PAID. 2 years old. Four almost new 45’ spectra trawl SUPPLY DEPOT $2000 OBO Call 561-715-6603 13 KW Lister diesel electric generating set. nets. Stainless steel trawl cable. Two recently Hotel, Restaurant & Commercial Supplies Low hours since major overhaul. Asking $5800 Two 2003 SeaDoo GTI LE Waverunners. installed cort nozzles. Two 2:1 reduction gears. Over 1000 Items in Stock Ph. 357-6772 Brand new, never used, still in crates. Duty Shallow Draft. $71,000 Contact Jack Dant @ Blue Warehouse on S.C. Bootle Hwy. already paid. $7,500 each or $14,000 both. Can 912-832-5153 Ph:/Fax: (242) 367-2128 be seen in Marsh Harbour. (413) 467-1057 Page 20 B The Abaconian May 1, 2004

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