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Posted by Alan Sorum Jul 17, 2006 |
Welcome to Boating and Sailing, my small corner of the Outdoor Adventure section of Suite 101. I am a long time Alaska resident and currently the Port Director and Harbormaster for the City of Valdez, Alaska. The Port of Valdez operates a Small Boat Harbor, Container Terminal and City Dock. Valdez is the primary access point to Prince William Sound for interior Alaska. We see up to a thousand visiting boats on a busy summer day. I am a member of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, serving as a Division Captain in Alaska's District 17 and Branch Chief for Marine Safety and Security on the National Staff. I conduct a number of classes each year in boating safety and hold a Boating Safety Instructor Certificate from the State of Alaska and the Coast Guard Auxiliary.
Through this site, I will provide you with useful information on how to operate your boat more safely, maintain it in an environmentally friendly manner and become a better mariner. I will try to present information that is relevant to the season. Initial discussions will cover trailering boats and safety considerations. As winter approaches, I will cover winterization, best management practices and thoughts for storing your vessel in the water. I hope you will and submit suggestions for coverage of boating topics that interest you.
The first article to be presented in Boating and Sailing will be on boat launch operations. I have listed a few links below to give you a feel for where I live and work. More internet resources will be provided as we explore the world of boating and sailing. Thanks for stopping by the site!
Links of interest:
Alaska Association of Harbormasters & Port Administrators
17th Alaska District US Coast Guard
Please feel free to email me at: boatingsaling@suite101.com
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