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the examiner Thursday April14 1977 Floating concrete docks are in use already in Port redit and other locations If the same method is used for Barnes lakesliore park area between Hayfield and Muleaster streets Barrie may have solution to problem of proposed lakeshore park dockage By RICHARD llNSlN Examiner Stafflieporter Barrie may have found solution to the problem of pro viding dockage for large boats at its proposed lakeshore park says Mayor Ross Archer The mayor and other city of ficials met recently with group of boating enthusiasts and harbor construction ex perts to discuss using floating concrete docks in place of the controyersial sheet piling tor the development to be built on fill between Hayfield and Mill caster street Sheet piling would cost $325000 making it the most ex pensiye single item in development which cottld cost SUGGESTED RETAIL $7495 as much as $1 million Holding the fill in place with rip rap broken sidewalks and the like would be far cheaper but would rule out lockage for largeboats lhe floating concrete docks would he cosiderahly cheap er than sheet steel the mayor said and could be used in con junction with rip rap to permit large craft to dock He said no cost figures are available Further study will be necessary the mayor said but the proposal will be one of the things will he considering lhe docks in use at Port redit and elsewhere are hollow concrete boxes which float because of the air they contain Their sides are tapered so that formations pushes them upward and leaves them un damaged Mayor Archer said the docks are actually better than sheet steel piling because they give with instead of bounc ing them back to create cons tant turbulence in the docking area The floating docks would not stretch out from the shore in finger fashion the mayor said but would be tied parallel to the shoreline probably with boardwalk on top Originator of the proposal the mayor said is ill Robin son Barrie resident and boating enthusiast who operates construction business BOAT SHOW PRICE £14055 STANDARD FEATURES Deluxe Hardware Deluxe Lights Deluxe Skiff Windshield Convertible Top Beautifully Upholstered Interior Mechanical Steering 0One year Warranty Foam Flotation Power Trim Deluxe Carpeting Bow Rail Spotlight Bilge Pump Dual Horns Blower the docks would be tied parallel to the newlycreated shoreline rather than in the patient shown here Mayor Archer city ad ministrator Jerry lamblyu and city engineer met with Robinson his wife Eva Bruce Ashe another local boating enr thusiast in the construction business and number of peo ple Robinson knows in the con struct ion industry who specialize Ill harbor work The mayor said city officials were also told the proposed lockage might be vulnerable to east winds requiring measures to alleviate the probclms Another costrcutt ing proposal under study by the city is the use of armor stone or large boulders which could be used in conjunction with wooden piling to permit large craft lockage Only portion of the work on $59795 SSI70 I20 HP MERCRUISER STERN DRIVE SPECIFICATIONS Centre Length 168 Beam 85 Depth 45 Max HP I20 HP Weight 1650 lbs COLORS Burnt Orange Sky Blue Burnt Gold Ermine White MACDONALDS MARINE LTD 73 YONGE ST BARRIE 7282940 the proposed development which will involve fill to too feet from landscaping and variety of recreational facilities is scheduled for this year the present shoreline Three things to be wary of in hot summer days ahead There are trio of heat related ailments awaiting un wary outdoor enthusiasts who are busy fishing camping boating or hiking Heat cramps heat exhaus tion and sunstroke are potential visitors on any vacation outing You and your family can beat the heat and enjoy the outdoors during hot summer months with just few recautions If your boat as top by all means put it up when youre spending most of the day afloat If you are fishing or using an open utility boat carry white umbrella for sun shield while anchored or trolling light hat or cap will protect your head from the direct rays of the sun long sleeved shirt and fulllength trousers will Developing weather sense wise move for all boaters After experiencing the most rigorous winter in recorded weather history the majority of North American boaters are anxiously awaiting an early sign of Spring While weather cant be con trolled Mercury outboard test drivers to have some tips on how to develop weather sense mostly it requires being alert and using available aids Spending up to eight hours lay on the water year round these professionals learn early that wind and weather condi tions will radically affect local water Before they set out they check the area forecast as well as scan the skies for telltale weather signs Today the average boater has no trouble obtaining current Weather forecasting informa tion Marine weather broad casts are available You can get the prevailing wind speed and direct ion plus expectations WH ltlt Vv lt ltv help prevent sunburn light scarf around your neck affords additional protection Occas sionally it would be wise to haul the anchor and take quick spin to benefit from the ar tificial breeze created by the moving boat small ice chest is logical piece of equipment to have aboard Stock it with refreshing fruit drinks and water Dunk cloth in the cold meltwater and wipe your face and hands damp cloth on the back of the neck also aids in cooling head and body Some people even dip into the lake and pour water over their clothing Evaporation helps prevent body temperature from going too high Watch the youngsters and the elderly as for the next 24 hours radio with weather band can be beneficial in planning your boating day Some boaters carry bar ometer and compass aboard compass will also assist you in determining wind direction When you check the barometer and its falling and the wind is blowing from the east its time to be thinking about getting back to shore When the barometer is rising and the wind is blowing from westerly direction theres good weather ahead and cruising should be pleasant Be alert however to Fishing data available An updated and expanded publication of interest to those planning fishing or hunting vacation in Ontario has been produced by the Ontario Min Lstry of industry and Tourism See these SPECIALS My SKI PACKAGE lb COBRA 85 hp Mercury outboard I200 EZ loader trailer full instrumentation Reg Retail Price $6800 okrw ss 154 Mercruiser I20 hp IO complete convert top windshield wiper fire extinguisher full instrumentation power tilt bilge pump blower Rog retail price $8700 angifliovcflll at the BOAT SNOW SPECIAL $4995 BOAT SNOW SPECIALI $5995 STARCRAET I4 BOWRIDER 40 hp Mercruiser vertible top complete battery battery box log retail price $4100 Limited 12 Kodiak Aluminum fishing boot in hp Mercury outboard Between the mm lth Concessions 25 Sideroad RR NO STROUD ONT they are usually affected by hot weather first There are times when person is on the verge of heat sickness and will not realize nor admit it Should someone in your boating party stop sweating or feel very weak nauseated and faint or if the skin feels hot and dry its time to take remediable action Get the vic tim into available shade as soon as possible and into com fortable lying position Apply wet towels and fan the air around him Then seek medical help local marina or resort operator or ranger should be able to assist May the sun always shine on your outdoor fun but not too much of it steady breeze with slowly falling barometer because unsettled or wet weather is on the way Generally when the barometer is rising boating is best falling barometer should alert you to weather dangers Sea breezes can be tricky These breezes are caused by summer sun heat masses in which hot air rises over the land and cool air from over the water flows in to replace it If you prefer smooth boating its best to go out in the early morn ing or late evening hours For copy of the guide write to Ministry of Industry and Tourism Tourism Marketing Branch Queens Park Toron to Ontario Canada M7A 2135 Boat Show Special $2995 Quantity $69 con CO LTD PHONE 4362357