Do boat Ride Reports count?

FastDoc · 05-19-2011, 12:01 AM

Megan and I in my boat on the Mighty Columbia River.

Beautiful day, beautiful scenery, an even more beautiful girl. I am a happy man.

We just powered upstream a few miles, killed the motor and drifted downstream for a couple of hours talking, listening to music, and sipping wine.

Let it be known that I am a very blessed and thankful man.

Weldangrind · 05-19-2011, 01:44 AM

Looks like a great day!

That wine is no good. It'll make you do things you shouldn't, and forget the things you should. - Siegel-Schwall Band - I Think It Was The Wine.

SpudRider · 05-19-2011, 01:51 AM

Actually, this is a "float report."

I'm not trying to scold you, but shouldn't you be wearing life vests, especially if you were consuming alcohol?

Spud

katoranger · 05-19-2011, 07:34 AM

I was going to scold you on the lack of PFDs too Doc. Its just like getting caught posting a pic riding without a helmet.

FastDoc · 05-19-2011, 11:20 AM

PFD's are not required for adults, in the state of WA at any rate.

We drank 1/2 bottle of Merlot between the two of us in two hours, I think we were OK :wink: .

Putting a lifevest on Miss Megan would be akin to putting a tablecloth over the Mona Lisa. The fact that she was a competitive swimmer and I was a lifeguard not withstanding.

Such nannies!

LOL! :P

SpudRider · 05-19-2011, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by FastDoc

PFD's are not required for adults, in the state of WA at any rate.

We drank 1/2 bottle of Merlot between the two of us in two hours, I think we were OK :wink: .

Putting a lifevest on Miss Megan would be akin to putting a tablecloth over the Mona Lisa. The fact that she was a competitive swimmer and I was a lifeguard not withstanding.

Such nannies!

LOL! :P

I thought you were going to post the following reply, Brother Bill.

"Of course we were wearing PFDs! We merely removed them momentarily, for photographic purposes."

Spud

FastDoc · 05-19-2011, 01:45 PM

Unless water skiing where is is required and prudent I don't wear a PFD out on the water. I also don't wear a helmet in the convertible, or steel toed boots to my office. :wink:

katoranger · 05-19-2011, 06:38 PM

As long as you have them easily accessible in the boat I will let you go. Too many people store them away under seats/floors where they would be nearly impossible to get too if needed in a hurry.

Water Safety Instructor. I had to say something.

FastDoc · 05-19-2011, 06:41 PM

I was also a WSI! Many years ago but I still remember a lot of it! The vests are indeed under the seats but they just pull up in literally a second.

JTCAndrew · 05-19-2011, 11:06 PM

Looks like you had a great day Doc - Congrats

SpudRider · 05-19-2011, 11:46 PM

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Originally Posted by FastDoc

Unless water skiing where is is required and prudent I don't wear a PFD out on the water. I also don't wear a helmet in the convertible, or steel toed boots to my office. :wink:

As long as you don't drink on the job, I'll give you a pass on the steel toed shoes, Doc.

I'm curious; is it legal to drink alcoholic beverages while boating in the PRW (People's Republik of Washington)?

Spud

FastDoc · 05-19-2011, 11:54 PM

I thought so!

You are not allowed to be under the influence but some drinking is involved.

By the way almost all of Washington east of the Cascades remains under rebel control. The Libs tend to congregrate around the Puget Sound. I think the eastern side of the state benefits from the conservative influence of neighboring Idaho. 8)

FastDoc · 05-19-2011, 11:56 PM

Just found this description of the law here:

Alcohol consumption and cruising go hand in hand for many people. A cold beer on a sunny day or a glass of wine in the evening can enhance a nice day on the water. But beware, there are specific laws that prohibit operating a boat while intoxicated and the penalties can be severe.

Washington State and British Columbia have similar laws. It is not illegal to consume alcohol on board your boat and in Washington even the vessel operator can consume alcohol while driving a boat. However, the penalties for intoxication are different.

SpudRider · 05-20-2011, 12:02 AM

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Originally Posted by FastDoc

...By the way almost all of Washington east of the Cascades remains under rebel control...

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Originally Posted by FastDoc

...The Libs tend to congregrate around the Puget Sound. I think the eastern side of the state benefits from the conservative influence of neighboring Idaho. 8)

Praise the Lord!

Spud

FastDoc · 05-20-2011, 12:08 AM

Perceive:

Green is Red, Yellow is Blue in this example.

05-19-2011, 12:01 AM	#1
FastDoc Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Southeastern Washington desert Posts: 14,761	Do boat Ride Reports count? Megan and I in my boat on the Mighty Columbia River. Beautiful day, beautiful scenery, an even more beautiful girl. I am a happy man. We just powered upstream a few miles, killed the motor and drifted downstream for a couple of hours talking, listening to music, and sipping wine. Let it be known that I am a very blessed and thankful man. __________________ Happy to serve.
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05-19-2011, 01:44 AM	#2
Weldangrind Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sardis, BC, Canada Posts: 25,977	Looks like a great day! That wine is no good. It'll make you do things you shouldn't, and forget the things you should. - Siegel-Schwall Band - I Think It Was The Wine. __________________ Weldangrind "I figure I'm well-prepared for coping with a bike that comes from the factory with unresolved issues and that rewards the self-reliant owner." - Buccaneer
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05-19-2011, 01:51 AM	#3
SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	Actually, this is a "float report." I'm not trying to scold you, but shouldn't you be wearing life vests, especially if you were consuming alcohol? Spud __________________ Spud "Never argue with an idiot. He will drag you down to his level, and beat you with experience." Mark Twain 2015 Zongshen ZS250GY-3 (RX3) 2006 Zongshen ZS200GY-2 (Sierra 200) 2005 Honda XR650L 2004 Honda CRF250X 1998 Kawasaki KDX220 Mods made to my Zongshen ZS200GY-2: http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=6894
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05-19-2011, 07:34 AM	#4
katoranger Join Date: May 2007 Location: Altamont, Kansas Posts: 15,103	I was going to scold you on the lack of PFDs too Doc. Its just like getting caught posting a pic riding without a helmet. __________________ You meet the nicest people on a Honda Clone.
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05-19-2011, 11:20 AM	#5
FastDoc Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Southeastern Washington desert Posts: 14,761	PFD's are not required for adults, in the state of WA at any rate. We drank 1/2 bottle of Merlot between the two of us in two hours, I think we were OK :wink: . Putting a lifevest on Miss Megan would be akin to putting a tablecloth over the Mona Lisa. The fact that she was a competitive swimmer and I was a lifeguard not withstanding. Such nannies! LOL! :P __________________ Happy to serve.
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05-19-2011, 01:45 PM	#7
FastDoc Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Southeastern Washington desert Posts: 14,761	Unless water skiing where is is required and prudent I don't wear a PFD out on the water. I also don't wear a helmet in the convertible, or steel toed boots to my office. :wink: __________________ Happy to serve.
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05-19-2011, 06:38 PM	#8
katoranger Join Date: May 2007 Location: Altamont, Kansas Posts: 15,103	As long as you have them easily accessible in the boat I will let you go. Too many people store them away under seats/floors where they would be nearly impossible to get too if needed in a hurry. Water Safety Instructor. I had to say something. __________________ You meet the nicest people on a Honda Clone.
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05-19-2011, 06:41 PM	#9
FastDoc Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Southeastern Washington desert Posts: 14,761	I was also a WSI! Many years ago but I still remember a lot of it! The vests are indeed under the seats but they just pull up in literally a second. __________________ Happy to serve.
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JTCAndrew Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Jamestown, PA Posts: 589	Looks like you had a great day Doc - Congrats __________________ Andrew - Jamestown, PA 16134 YouTube Videos: http://www.youtube.com/user/Jtcomp2009#p/u 2009 Qlink XF200 Supermoto 1982 Honda CM200 Bobber - SOLD 2003 JEEP Liberty SPORT = 3" Lift 2002 Chevy Trailblazer LTZ - Family Cruiser
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05-19-2011, 11:54 PM	#12
FastDoc Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Southeastern Washington desert Posts: 14,761	I thought so! You are not allowed to be under the influence but some drinking is involved. By the way almost all of Washington east of the Cascades remains under rebel control. The Libs tend to congregrate around the Puget Sound. I think the eastern side of the state benefits from the conservative influence of neighboring Idaho. 8) __________________ Happy to serve.
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05-19-2011, 11:56 PM	#13
FastDoc Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Southeastern Washington desert Posts: 14,761	Just found this description of the law here: Alcohol consumption and cruising go hand in hand for many people. A cold beer on a sunny day or a glass of wine in the evening can enhance a nice day on the water. But beware, there are specific laws that prohibit operating a boat while intoxicated and the penalties can be severe. Washington State and British Columbia have similar laws. It is not illegal to consume alcohol on board your boat and in Washington even the vessel operator can consume alcohol while driving a boat. However, the penalties for intoxication are different. __________________ Happy to serve.
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05-20-2011, 12:08 AM	#15
FastDoc Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Southeastern Washington desert Posts: 14,761	Perceive: Green is Red, Yellow is Blue in this example. __________________ Happy to serve.
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