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Melissa Renee

, Female

Key Biscayne, FL & New Jersey

United States

Profile Information:

Profile Type:: Sailor
Homeport:: Key Biscayne, FL
About Me:: Been sailing since 1984 and loving every minute. Used to race around the bouys on lakes but now concentrating on cruising full time. Live aboard my boat when I am work in Miami but also live in NJ when I am not working.
Current location:: NJ and FL
Destinations visited:: Florida and Florida Keys, So Calif, BVI, St Maarten area, Chesapeake Bay, NY Harbor area, Long Island Sound, Cancun, Lake St Clair, Lake Oolaga, OK,
Looking to:: Bahamas and points south, Bermuda,

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verner j canatsey

Welcome aboard! I beat you by one day. Since I joined up yesterday the number of members has doubled. I guess there's a lot of us in Florida. I also am on several other boards like Latts & Atts and Renegade.

Jul 13, 2008
Aria

Hey there Mel, you crazy woman boat driver. Welcome aboard SeaKnots. Chuck (Soulmates) was here for a month, and I was suprised to hear you're the one that took over the slip he was in down there in Miami. Hope you're enjoying that Hunter.

John
Aboard S/V Aria

Jul 14, 2008
Sandyjole

Hi Emee! I think this is YOU! I joined SeaKnots. Can I add you as a friend? Sandy

Aug 6, 2008
Melissa Renee

Hi Sandy.. Welcome aboard... of course you can!

Aug 6, 2008
Nels

Ah, weekday sailing, must be nice. With the family and work we are restricted to mostly weekend sailing. We haven't been to no name yet, mostly sail south but have been thinking of going there sometime. What is your SV name, ours is Hog Heaven, we will try and hail you on the VHF this Saturday when we are out.

Oct 9, 2008
LOLA

Would love to see photos...have any? Welcome to our FEMALE GROUP

Oct 16, 2008
Melissa Renee

Just got back from 5 days cruising the upper Florida Keys. Read my sailblog listed above to read about my experiences.

Nov 18, 2008
carole lowry

That is the life. Say hello when next in NJ. Tall Oaks Marina, Forked River.
All the best
Carole

Nov 18, 2008
Pam

Hi Melissa, thanks for the offer. I will definitely let you know. Unfortunately, I'm tied up a bit with elder care this month . My mom had cataract surgery, and due to other problems she needs help until her eye heals, but I love sailing the bay and will let you know.

Pam

Dec 1, 2008
carole lowry

We will be in Boston to meet the Green Dragon crew if possible. Lets meet Carole

Mar 30, 2009
LOLA

So good of you to contribute..it takes all of us.

Did you ever decide to post your artworks? I think you are the one who does art...correct?

Apr 27, 2009
Suky

Hi Melissa,
Sorry I missed you this morning on chat. Sometimes I get called away and I'm stilll on there for hours..
Please keep posting as you're moved to. You inspire me. I had missed that you said New Jersey in your profile. What's that about ? Would love to get together.

May 1, 2009
Pam

Hi Melissa,
I always enjoy your reading your comments. Learn something almost every time. Your expereicne and knowledgte is are definitely inspiring! The winter is gone and due to some parental duties ( my mom), didn't get much sailing in, and never got to see you in Biscayne. I'm "assuming" you've headed out for the summer? I will be sailing in the Bahamas for a week in June, but hope to connect with you some time agin.

May 7, 2009
Pam

Thanks... will do so.
I'm doing Hospice Regatta in Fort Lauderdale next week. I may be looking for a day sail Memorial day weeken, but will need to get ready for my Bahama trip. But if you'll be in town that weekend, let me know and maybe we can hook up.

May 10, 2009
Terri

Ahoy there knowing one! Got any pearl's of wisdom for backing out of slip trying to head north (only way out) with a northerly abeam?? Walking her out isn't an option..too much in the way..like piling with huge metal pipe bracket and powerboat swim platforms. Going with a hired capt tomorrow at noon to practice...nervous as hell. Had a plan which went to hell quickly last time tried.

Sep 10, 2009
Terri

just had a thought..bet he's going to say back all the way out.. could do..but shallow at end, have to cut it to port and head west. trying to think if I'd get blown back while doing that. geez...we'll see tomorrow

Sep 10, 2009
Melissa Renee

Terri.. back out of the slip and use a springline around the piling. As you get 85% of the way, out of ths slip, tighten down on the springline. It will move the stern around as you continue to back out of the slip. Tie off up wind too.

Sep 10, 2009
Alice Heiman

Thanks, I will check it out.

Sep 15, 2009
Terri

Hey Melissa, Suppose to be nice here next few days..awesome wind. Sat..from the nw, may try your technique. Still nervous about swim platforms on powerboats on either side. Will have two boathooks at the ready, just in case. Have a great weekend!!! Don't have to say "stay warm" ..lucky Sailorette! :-)

Sep 18, 2009
Melissa Renee

Good luck with the docking. It always makes me nerveous. Always. Currntly on the hook in Key Largo Keys!

Sep 19, 2009
Terri

Docking makes you nervous! and what u do for a living...I kinda like the glide path of a sailboat better!! LOL Have a great week! Will probably only sail for 5 hours, but suppose to be nice with my kind of wind... SW ..lol

Sep 19, 2009
Suky Cannon

Hi Melissa, Hope you're enjoying your spot ! I'm in NYC til Monday or Tuesday... leaving with the tides .. the trip down the East River was piece of cake... getting into slip at 79th Street Boat Basis was NOT... current is wicked in Hudson. Can't wait to be getting south.. take care..

Sep 20, 2009
Terri

Okay...so i'm going to attempt the northwind broadsides move on friday..with extra crew, two boat hooks and springlines. What am I doing with the motor during all this? Will having it in reverse a bit swing the bow (hopefully away from all) into fairway ?? then i let it all loose and run for my life??? Tiller to starboard a bit..will stern want to kick back in towards dock? i'm thinking yes..so i do it ever so gently???

Sep 23, 2009
Terri

Hi, I went down to boat yesterday to meet with the welder, did that..easy fix..allegedly. Friend.sick with cold...other crew getting boat ready to launch next week and under the weather also..me..still fighting a cold. So went out to dinner and gazed longingly at Twizzled from across the cove restaurant, came back..read, fell asleep on boat, woke up at 3:30 and drove home...should be sailing today aint...unhappy sailorette.

Sep 26, 2009
Terri

Morn'n... was hoping to sail sat., looks like a washout. Here's my next (lol) boat...I don't mind the aft cabin...crew can make up the forward bunk! http://www.buy-a-boat.com/Gozzard44_1999.htm only 399k :

Oct 30, 2009
Terri

and the clincher is the outboard crane for the dingy o/b LOL have to go buy more powerball tickies!! :-)

Oct 30, 2009
LOLA

A gift for you

Nov 22, 2009
Terri

Mmmmmmm..... says he'll work for free..knows how to do everything... may be our boat boy/dude http://newhaven.craigslist.org/boa/1486171080.html

Nov 29, 2009
LOLA

Thanks again for the electrical help..will get back to you

Dec 2, 2009
Terri

http://www.lyndasusanhennigan.com/nautical.htm Like this artist's work. I prefer the more traditional designs. I'm looking for the octagon boxes now at a reasonable cost...can be pricey.

Dec 7, 2009
Terri

Ahoy there Matey! Time for mittens, scarves and long undies!!! Then you'll be ready to sail! Brrrrrr...is a wee bit chilly ain't it!

Jan 11, 2010
LOLA

Hi Melissa, how have you been? I wonder what you are up to these days.
I was in Orlando last week, visiting a friend from Brazil...had a good time cept for the weather.
Talked to Doug..he sent me THE LUCKIEST MAN IN THE WORLD, email, and i posted it on Seaknots...pretty good read.
I have a new mechanic set to look over the engine this week, with your suggestions...will let you know the results.
let me hear from you

Lola

Jan 18, 2010
LOLA

GET WELL SOON

Jan 18, 2010
LOLA

Thanks you Melissa for your comments on my painting..means alot from another artist

Feb 1, 2010
Christine Kling

Hey -- It would be great to say hello to another crazy female boat driver. Come on by.
CK

Feb 9, 2010
Terri

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AI0h-WB47u8 Enjoy! :-o

Mar 25, 2010
Terri

Just heard from s.c., headed towards Biscayne Park, ?rodriques key. all is well..headed towards bimini

Mar 29, 2010
Terri

I bet she'll have plenty of stories..can't wait

Mar 29, 2010
Ken Honeycutt

Melissa,

Mellissa...Don't know anyone who needs a mainsail but our season hasn't started yet so someone may be looking for one later. I've been thinking about getting a battened mainsail myself..anxious to hear how you like it. I purchased a Doyle utility power sail this winter....can't wait to try it out in light air. Next would be the battened main or a folding prop but that will have to wait (blew my sailing budget this year on the UPS)..

Mar 29, 2010
Terri

http://members.iinet.net.au/~pontipak/redsquare.html Can u do it for 18 seconds?? Allegedly AF gives this test to fighter pilots.. me ..can't last half a second..rofl.

Apr 30, 2010
Terri

Now wouldn't that be fun.... the Sailors vs. Sailorettes....two boats..hmmmm... an idea for the future :-)

May 4, 2010
Terri

Geezus, I guess u do!!! Does this mean my only lasting a half a second..would mean a heat seeking missle would go up my kazoo??? dang... guess I was born to raise primates, herd nuns & sail slooooowwwww.....lol

May 8, 2010
Terri

Hey Sailorette! U got any exciting plans for the weekend that involve a boat?? U on FB at all? Look me up. ttyl... on my way out..stink'n hot today.

May 26, 2010
Terri

Hope you get to go sailing or at least party time at raft up. doing the sail/rib eye thing on saturday & sailing with crew on sunday. Monday still up in the air, may stay over on Twizzled. Need to get below in some sort of order so i can sleep in my berth..lol Did the ole... hurry up fling it in there...we're going sailing a few times... time to organize

May 27, 2010
Terri

Too funny! I just was typing a post to u on FB. Going tomorrow to sail. Was going to drive down tonite after 8pm.. but need to rest my back..chiro done me in today, need my own bed. You need to sail! I'm going to boston in october...accepted to the yc i wanted. Have contract till nov. 1 in ri..but will eat last month or plead :-)

Jun 8, 2010
Terri

I'm planning on being in RI all weekend wx permitting. Do u ever get a layover out of Providence RI (TF Green)???? Like 10 mins from my boat... can sail if you'd like. I haven't had a good run of sailing.. yet.. getting antsy :-(

Jun 9, 2010
LOLA

Melissa,

Here is an interesting story for you. Have you been sailing? It is so hot here in the Carolinas...may go sailing next week.
http://news.yahoo.com/video/us-15749625/woman-builds-home-from-airp...

Jun 17, 2010
Terri

Dang... just got home from RI...dead. I'll catch u the next time around! Woke up to two drunken women screaming up on land...around ?? 12am. dopes...

Jun 20, 2010
Terri

Hey Sailorette! U in the air or on the boat???

Jul 9, 2010
LOLA

For you Melissa
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZAGWHOSDRy8&feature=related

Jul 10, 2010