The next great reason to get up and out of the house would be the Merrimack River Eagle Festival which will be held a little later this year, on Saturday, March 5, 2016.( In the past snow storms certainly interfered with this event). Make sure to dress warm as it can still be pretty chilly here in Newburyport. you can check out their web site at http://www.massaudubon.org/get-outdoors/wildlife-sanctuaries/joppa-flats/news-events/the-merrimack-river-eagle-festival

Well here's my plan:  

Dan Swift of Exit Reality has offered office space for Seamanship Instruction, and I am ready to pick the dates & times, as well as the subject matter. I am considering Wednesday evenings from 6-8:00 pm. The first topic will be Rope Mechanics, if there is such a thing - we will be working on knots and splices, where, when & why to use them. The first class will be held January 13, 2016, the cost will be $10 to help pay expenses and for snacks. This class will be limited to 10 people and the doors will be open at 5pm for those who would like to talk boats before the class!