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Crew Available

Name	Email Address	Description
Cameron Haley	haleycameron13@hotmail.com	Full time bowman on a J24. One design as well as buoy races. A few regattas on different boats including Chester race week on a Morgan 36 placing 4th out of 14. And Metro Race Week on a J/N 40 placing high as well. I'm 18 and I live in Halifax. (1/7/07)
Fred Cobey	Fcobey@aol.com	I have extensive sailing experience, have sailed all my life. Most of my experience is on boats 30 - 40 feet. I am in good physical condition and am a physician by training. I have served as a ship's doctor on an Antarctica expedition. Will be a good asset to any team.  (1/9/07)
Justin Muller	jmuller@velocitydev.com	Ten Marblehead-Halifax races (1 as watch captain, 5 as navigator) Navigator in 2005, 2nd in Fleet and Class; 5 Newport-Bermuda Races (3 as Navigator); Numerous Block Island Race Weeks, PHRF Champs, Beringers, Figawis, etc. 1/2 Owner of nationally campaigned competitive Etchells. Navigation experience from sextants to the latest routing software. 6' 2", 37 years old.  (1/9/07)
Margie  J. Knickle	mjaks@charter.net	Have been racing and sailing in both Canada and the US for over 40 years. Did Marblehead a few years back with an all girl crew. Will be attending the Preparing for An Offshore Passage 2007 Safety Symposium held in Cambridge MA on March 4th. References furnished upon request. (1/29/07)
Rob Wilson	rob.sailfast@gmail.com	Wednesday Night PHRF Racing for 8 years. I am, at present, the mainsheet trimmer on a C & C 38 (Menage A Trois). I have also raced Lightnings, Stars, and J24s. I am attending the Safety At Sea Seminar on March 24, 2007. (1/29/07)
Len Thibodeau	l_thibodeau@arundel-trading.com	Looking for crew opportunity Marblehead-Halifax 2007. I've been in Marblehead four years racing my P26 Chiara on Wednesdays (often single handed) and some weekends. Crewed Marion-Bermuda 1999 and delivery crew Bermuda-Westport 2000. Several bareboat charters BVI and Greece. My boat is not blue water capable so I'm looking to crew. (1/29/07)
Dale Wolfield	dwolfield@yahoo.com	Available for delivery and racing from June 23 to July 30th. Race Experience: Beneteau 36.7-Nationals, NOODs, ALIR J35,J80,J24, Merit 25, Laser 28. Cruise Exp: Rhodes 42', PNW, East coast, Netherlands-North Sea. Cert. USCG 100 ton near coastal/tow. Commercial Exp: Amphib. boats and charters. Will work any position. Rational, reliable, amiable and able to follow instructions [sometimes witty]. Computer proficient, chef du jour. Great photographer too. References available Female 47 138 lbs, 5'3" Thanks, Dale Wolfield. Cell (845) 206-7643  (2/1/07)
Mark Clancy	sonsofkahn@aol.com	30+ years racing, extensive Pacific NW, all distance races, past 14 years as well. Newport Ensenada, J120S, J36S , SR33, Tripp 47. Primary Positions, Spin Trim, Mast, Driver, Tactician. Based out of Seattle. (2/2/07)
Steve Pyne	stephenpyne@hotmail.com	A good amount of off-shore racing, though lately I've been relegated to around-the-buoys racing.  Spent last season on a J/105 out of Boston Yacht Club.  Last Marblehead-Halifax was in '95 on a J/44. (2/3/07)
James Cobey	cobey@worldnet.att.net	I have sailed for 36 years, I have chartered in the US, Caribbean, Great Lakes, Puget sound, Greece , and have a 36 foot sailboat for the last 14 years in the Chesapeake Bay. My wife, who is a better a sailor than I in storms, also would like to be a crew member. (2/3/07)
Thomas Chenowith	thomasclynda@msn.com	I have basic certifications and started racing last year on the Chesapeake. Want to learn and do more. Will attend Safty At Sea Seminar. (2/5/07)
Cal Shook	calshook@speakeasy.net	Hi!  I'm a 25 year old female - LOVE to sail.  Lots of experience sailing off New England coast and Western Mediterranean in ALL kinds of weather.  Was in crew of two on passage between Gibraltar and the Canary Islands.  Would be honored to have a place in your crew to Halifax. (2/6/07)
Wojtek Pagacz	wojtek_pagacz@yahoo.com	I'm looking for a ride on a very competetive boat. I am a great trimmer, good driver. Etchells, Viking 28, Laser, Albacore and anything with sails. Co-skipper of transatlantic delivery of 52 ketch.  Did some minor sailing on maxis. Sailing Instructor. Sailmaker, boat builder, naval architecture student. (2/10/07)
Judy Robertson	armdalecove@yahoo.ca	I have raced 5 Marblehead to Halifax races on a Peterson 44 along with many other Nova Scotia overnight ocean races. Sailed doubled handed to the Magdelaine Islands and to the Gaspe in Quebec. I have the Safety at Sea training course, advanced First Aid along with most Power Squadron courses. I also own a 40 footer and have many years of racing experience. I can also provide an approved 8 person life raft and necessary flares, hand held radios and much more safety equipment. I can do any job on a boat but because I am a female I won't guarantee that I would be the best cook on board!! (2/15/07)
Gregory Arnold	arnoldgcej@aol.com	6'2" 250 lbs with over twenty five years of sailing/racing experience. Completed Blue Water Safety course in '05. Most recently place 3rd in class, 6th overall, in 2005 Marion/Bermuda. Sail trim and tactics are particular strengths. Looking for sound, competitve boat.
Colin Wightman	colinwightman@eastlink.ca	Experienced cruising sailor and occasional racer. Have made passages between Mass and Nova Scotia and along eastern US to Bahamas and back. Used to fog, cold, etc. Good navigator and resourceful engineer. Based in Nova Scotia, available for race and/or pre/post deliveries. Will have STCW95 First Aid and Safety at Sea certificate prior to race. (3/2/07)
Max Schnutgen	schnutgen@hotmail.com	I am 18 years old, live in Halifax, and have been sailing for 8 years. For the last 4 years I've been very successful in both the 420 and 29er dinghy classes, with repeating victories at both ARK and the annual SMSC regatta in 2004, 2005, and 2006. My partner and I won Sail East in 2004 and I was invited on to the Nova Scotia Provincial Race Team for the 2006 and 2007 seasons. I have experience sailing many different types of boats from Tornados to smaller yachts and in the summer of 2006 I crewed on a 50' schooner in the annual schooner regatta out of Lunenburg Yacht Club. I would love the opportunity to race Marblehead and would be a very responsible and dedicated crew. Please contact me for any any questions you may have. (3/6/07)
Shawna Gauthier	CaptainShawna@yahoo.com	Multiple ocean crossings as co-captain/crew member. Competed in 2005 Marblehead to Halifax race as Watch Captain. Own 51' Formosa.  Skipper - one design racing - Colgate 26, Sonar. Jib Trim - J30, J24, Foredeck/Mast II - J22, Farr 36.  Flexible, positive, value added crew member - also experienced in provisioning, and cooking underway.  Looking to crew with experienced captain/team on solid competitive boat. (3/19/07)
Mike Marshall	marshall.mr@comcast.net	Experienced sailor with over 20 years of racing is looking for a ride. Have crewed in 7 Newport to Bermuda races. Was on the winning yacht, Restless, in 2000. Sailing resume available, just email me. (3/20/07)
Ans De Brouckere	ans.debrouckere@gmail.com	Wed. night racing Raritan Yacht Club, New Jersey (2006)- Crew (various positions). Around Long Island Race (2006)- Navigator (placed 1st in division). Marion Bermuda Race (2006)- Crew (various positions). Have been sailing a Pearson 303 since 1996, recently started racing.  Have moved to the Boston area and am looking to crew with a team for this race and others. (3/23/07)
Andrew Toomey	xxxblister@yahoo.com	10 years racing; all positions. Offshore experience incling ALIR and Stamford-Vineyard wins. Seeking fast boat and competent safe skipper. (917) 658-8845  (3/23/07)
Mark R. Wagner	uvwatch@gmail.com	I own and skipper an S2 9.1 - 2006 High Point Winner.  I have extensive racing crew experience on boats from 19 to 60 feet. I  have done just about every job on a boat, but I concentrate on helm, trim, tactics, and navigation.  I am 43 years old, in great shape, easy going, and I have always wanted to do this race.  I am also willing to help with reasonable expenses.  (3/29/07)
Gregory Allen	gallen@boston.k12.ma.us	I have crewed in all positions on many small keelboats including J24s, Solings, R19s and J22s. I have also served as crew, in all positions and as skipper, on many cruises. Last year, I was fortunate enough to skipper a J30 to 1st in our class in Boston's Flip Flop Regatta. I am a 36 year old father of two, a high school teacher, a pretty good cook, easy to get along with, and always looking to participate and do my share. I hope to find a crew position (any) on a boat (competitive or not) in order to pursue my deep interest in blue water racing. (3/29/08)
Alexander Watson	xanwatson@gmail.com	I am 24 years old currently living in Gloucester, MA.  I have grown up sailing everything from lasers, 420s, cruiser/racers to 60', and multihulls. Ocean racing includes: 2000 Newport-Bermuda "Gaylark" Swan 38, 2001 Marblehead-Halifax "Gryphon" Aerodyne, 2006 Newport-Bermuda "Gaylark". Helmsan, Navigator proficient computer skills, Foredeck, mechanical abilities, been known to cook as well.  Watch captain on return voyages. Sailing References will be provided upon request. (3/31/07)
Richard Mitchele	richard@tensixteen.com	No text. (4/2/07)
Andres Soriano	sorianoa@mac.com	International offshore and inshore experience, offshore medic and EMT, bowman, midbow, grinder, pit, caddy, TP52's, Swan 80, andrews 53, Swan 45. Email for a full CV. Age: 21 (4/9/07)
Tim Platt	tplatt@preti.com	Watch captain on Aerodyne 38 Alexis, 2005 Marblehead-Halifax winner of Crescendo Plate; Parker C. Hatch Trophy  (team), and MINOT-MacASKILL Cup (2nd Place Overall, PHRF Fleet). Main, headsail and spin trim, bow, tactics, driver and watch captain on ocean, distance and buoy races with multiple podium finishes on Swans, J/44 and /35, Aerodyne 38, Mumm 30, Colgate 26, Etchells and Sonars. (4/11/07)
Larry Vazzano	lvazzano@comcast.net	Navigator: Around Long Is ’04, Annap/Newpt & BDA Ocean Races 2002-2005 placing in '04, Newport/BDA '06,  18y racing my P-30 and racing w/ others on Ches. Bay, E. Coast & Offshore including Captain for return deliveries. I'm experienced at all positions incl Nav, Helm, Watch Captain & trim. SAS seminars '02 & '06. North U; Tactics, Performance racing trim, Weather & Seamanship. Recently passed all requirements for CG Nearshore Cap't License. I am friendly and knowledgeable. Never been seasick! Available for practice and races in Marblehead area beginning 6/25. References Available. (4/13/07)
Ben Powers	Ben.Powers@sunlife.com	Race Instructor/Committee at Boston Sailing Center in Boston harbor. USCG OUPV Captain (Incl CPR/ARC First Aid). 2006 Newport-Bermuda. PHRF and One-designs including Farr 40, Beneteau 45.5, Dubois 45, J30/24, Soling, Sonar. College racing experience. 617 462 2792
Philip Swanton	pjs36495@verizon.net	Watch Captain on US58, Flying Goose 2006 Newport-Bermuda race.  First Mate on US58, Flying Goose on delivery from Bermuda to New York after the race in 2006. Same position on US58 Flying Goose on the 2005 and 2006 Round Long Island Race and a number of day races in both years. Completed Safety At Sea course in 2006. Crewed on Brighton (UK) to Fecamp (France) race three times in 1990's. Raced one design dinghys in USA, Ireland and UK at local, regional, national and world level.  (4/19/07)
Peter Gorbach	peter@gorbach.org	Capable off-shore sailor. Active participant in weekly near-shore racing for the last 10 years.  US Sailing member. Offshore crew delivery experience includes participation at all levels-- preparation, watch systems, navigation, weather analysis. 1997 - Boston to Antigua, C&C 40, captain + 6 crew – Storm. 1998 - Boston to Bermuda, November, C&C 40, captain + 6 crew – Gale. 2001 - Bar Harbor to Boston, 65' steel hulled  offshore racing boat, captain + 3 crew – Calm. 2001 - St. Maartein to Rhode Island via Bermuda, 43' Swan, captain + 4 crew - Some weather. 2001 - Halifax NS to Annapolis MD, 70' sled, captain + 3 crew. - Some weather. I'm available to crew in the race and may also be available for delivering the boat back to the USA depending on soon the boat needs to be returned. (4/20/07)
Blair Nicolle	bnicolle@orbisfinancial.com	No offshore experience but have done coastal cruising, including Skippering CAL 39 and Bavaria 41 in: Boston to Martha's Vineyeard; Boston to Provincetown; Stamford to Martha's; Around the British Virgin Islands. Cell: 617-501-7378. (4/20/07)
Trisha McElroy	No720s@mac.com	Racing for 20+ years. Delivery Antiqua to Dominique spring 2006. Deliveries: Va to Texas Jan-Feb 2007, Marion to Hampton, Va.Fall 2007, US 134 Bolero (three months Croatia to Turkey fall of 2006, many other local deliveres to Block Island etc. for local racing boats. Have taken the Saftey at Sea Class in 2006. Lots of experience off shore cruising. (4/23/07)
matthew burgess	perfectionist1983@hotmail.com	Much inshore racing and a lil offshore in a Dobroth 41 lookn for a challenge. Ready to commit now before get any new jobs or anything. Don't hesitate. (4/27/07)
Richard Mitchele	richard@tensixteen.com	Foredeck. 25 years on the bow. 6'1", 185 lbs, 42 yrs old. Thousands of delivery miles. SORC, KWRW, M2H '05. Just completed the Newport to Cabo as bow on a 70' ULDB. (4/27/07)
Dimitrios Kavadas	dkavadas@yahoo.com	I am available to join crew. I have around the buoys racing and cruising experience. Please contact me with your openings. Thanks. (4/27/07)
Carl McGregor	cp_mcgregor@hotmail.com	40 years racing experience on a variety of boats: Hobie Cats, Windsurfers, J/22 to 35, C&C 25 to 41, Abbott 36 and many others. Presently own a C&C 34 and a Henderson 30…..”Girlfriend”. Previous sailing experience includes Key West Race Week in ’04, ‘05 and ’06 on a C&C 99, KWRW in ’07 on a Melges 24, Marblehead to Halifax on Abbott 36, many overnighters, hundreds of “round-the cans”. All around sailor....can adapt quickly. Usually drive (my Henderson), trim and call tactics but can also get refreshments and wash dishes. Live on East Coast...can go at last minute. (5/1/07)
Allison Watts	Allison_Watts@ml.com	I have a lot of Beneteau 36.7 course racing experience (Detroit NOODS, Toronto NOODS, LYRA, LEVELS REGATTA, NYYC Rolex Race Week, Beneteau 36.7 NA's), and some distance race experience (Centennial Distance Race, 35miles; Freeman Cup Long Course, 95 miles) and an overnight delivery. I have raced on Solings, Sharks, C&C 30's, and 8-meters. I have some foredeck experience, but I mostly work the mast position during course racing. I am pretty easy going, and a hard worker. Just moved from Buffalo, NY where I am a full member of the Youngstown Yacht Club. (5/8/07)
Frank Thorn	fffaaattt@gmail.com	Grew up sailing and racing in Marblehead.  1999-2000:  raced many port to ports on Lake Michigan including Chicago to Mackinac.  2002:  raced Figawi.  Member of the Eastern Yacht Club.  Avid Triathlete.  Available for pre/post deliveries.  Would be honored to join a crew to Halifax. (5/10/07)
Eric C. T. E. Larsen	thunderinge@hotmail.com	8,340+ miles bluewater logged. Starboard Watch Captain (e.g., Centennial Marblehead to Halifax and Centennial Newport to Bermuda). Safety at Sea 2006, Certified ISAF Class I. Safe, Fast, Versatile, and Fun.  Looking to make bullets happen. Delivery possible if race. Primary off-shore racing team not racing this year as race boat is in dry dock for major hull changes. Red skies at night regardless. (5/11/07)
John Fryer	jfryer@nyc.rr.com	Seasoned racer both onshore and offshore. Currently getting ready for Annapolis to Newport as watch captain on an IMX45. Spent 2 years on a competitive Mumm 30 doing the circuit. Usually trim inshore and drive off shore.  Never done this race and am looking for a ride. 37 years old Cat 1. 210 lbs. (5/12/07)
Justin Gee	Justin_gee@yahoo.com	Avid racer, available for the race or pre/post race delivery. Return trip from Halifax might be ideal. 33 years old, in good shape, easy going. (5/16/07)
Lachlan Gillis	slgillis5@hotmail.com	Raced out of Pictou Yacht Club (4 Years). Did 2 overnight races (NOSTOC). Have Canadian Sailing Association Level 3 Coxswain of Canadian Coast Guard IRB SAR vessel. GMDSS ROC-Comercial MED A1. St. John Ambulance Mariner II First Aid. Canadian Coast Guard Advanced Fast Rescue Craft Certificate. (5/16/07)
Jon Howard	jon@backcountrymagazine.com	Last minute crew available for race or delivery. 5 Newport to Bermudas aboard J42 with one as delivery.  Former charter captain with vaild ticket. Looking for bigger boat experience. Healthy and strong. (5/23/07)
Bill McGraw	wmcgraw@gmail.com	Lifelong sailor now a reasonably fit non-smoking 56. Ocean and Great Lakes experience on successful boats: many Chicago and Port Huron Macs, SORC series multiple years, Key West Races, Columbus Day Regattas Miami, Swan Cup Newport. Boats crewed: Swan 41, Canada's cup boat Red Jacket custom C&C, Swan 65, Irwin 65, Morgan 41, Cal 40, Dragon, Tartan 10. Boats owned and raced: Penguin, Flying Scot, 470, Hobie 18, Cal 25, Tartan 27. Current boat: restored Olympic Finn. Yard experience as a college student at Merrill Stevens, Miami, and Irish Boat Shop, Harbor Springs, MI. Experienced at-sea and yard repairs to rig, power, and hull, experienced crew positions at foredeck, trim, helm, navigation. Good all-around knowledge and experience, affable and eager to support the skipper on a well-found boat. I travel light but with foulies, boots, rigging kit,personal safety gear, sleeping bag, and a resonably flexible schedule. My goal is to update my sailing experience by acquiring more sea-time in racing, passagemaking, or delivery. Call 216.233.2837 or email. (5/24/07)
Blair Nicolle	bnicolle@orbisfinancial.com	Have skippered 33' to 41' boats for 4 years, incl bareboating in BVIs. I'm also a Canadian. I just want to crew, ideally with an experienced offshore boat. I am a freelance consultant and can easily coordinate time off from work to participate in the event. I'm doing Block Island Race out of Stamford Y.C. this Mem Day weekend. Thanks.  617-501-7378. (5/24/07)
John S. Millar	captmillar@comcast.net	Need your yacht delivered back from Halifax! Professional Captain over 30 years experience, 150,000 miles offshore and coastal, former Maxie boat captain, USCG Master of Oceans 100 ton lic. 781-290-9603 (6/3/07)
Mark Peters	mark_peters_8@hotmail.com	Young strong bowman. Just left the Caribbean after completing the entire season. I was the boat captain of a Melges 32 and a RP44 in charge of all day to day runnings as well as bow. I currently hold the unfortunate record for the bluewater sailing miles in Melges 32. Just looking for a boat with a good crew.  (6/11/07)
Brent Beninger	crew@beninger.net	Own/race 505, I-14. Three years on foredeck on a C&C27.  Sub'd on numerous other boats. BVI bareboat charter. 41 years old, sailing since I was 12. Eager, great physical condition. (6/12/07)
A.J. Haliburton	ryan_island@hotmail.com	Mari Cha IV, Velsheda, Rambler, Adix, Lady Ann, Mariette etc, etc. Presently in Rhode Island hoping to get home to Halifax with the race. CV available upon request. (6/12/07)
Miles Abrams	miles.abrams@gmail.com	I am a new sailor, although I have taken several courses and now have a bareboat charter certification.  By the time of the event I will have had two nights at sea. I am interested in crewing the RETURN from Halifax, not the race.  If you will take on an eager learner, I'm a friendly non smoker, age 38, male. (6/12/07)
Steve Gendron	sgendron@pelle.ca	Race Tanzer 22, 26, J. Sub'd on lots of boats, looking to get into the race!  Reach me on e-mail or give me a ring at 514-966-6225. Thanks! (6/14/07)
Bob Mossman	bkmossman@ns.sympatico.ca	Experience mainly in Atlantic coastal and Great lakes racing in smaller traditional sailboats. Bluenose II alumni (1964-65), so not a young buck, but still know the sharp end from the dull end of the boat. Atlantic-based boat probably best as home port is Lunenburg, N.S. (6/16/07)
Andrew Fraser	dreamsneedbuilders@gmail.com	I have little racing experience. I have sailed recreationally my entire life. I have a good sailing base. I am very useful on the Winches seeing that I am very strong and extremely athletic. I would love the opportunity to be a crew member, I will not dissapoint. (6/22/07)
David Longendyke	Dlongendyke@earthlink.net	Bermuda Cup, Solomon Island Races, Club Races, Panama, BVI, Windwards, California, former Commerical fisherman (now COO of a software company), grew up sailing in the Florida keys, much time at sea under sail. (6/22/07)
Yvonne Martin	YMB737@gmail.com	North Atlantic Crossing on Lagoon 38. Part of delivery team/crew from Les Sables D'Olonne-Bermuda. Based in Boston for the summer. Can be contacted  @ 801-201-7669 and would love to participate in the race. Active Member of Royal Cape Yacht Club, South Africa. Thank you! (6/23/07)
Madis Raukas	madis.raukas@sylvania.com	Regular through years on Rhodes 19s, Sabre30, Catalina 36, second season of racing on J105. Would appreciate the opportunity to participate in Marbl-Halifax 2007.
John Fildes	fildesjohn@hotmail.com	Ocean racer lots of multihull experiance. Just reterned from the super yacht cup in Newport at present. Hard working. Give me a call 617-775-6874.
Serg and Aleksandra Moro	navigator4ships@hotmail.com	I am a professional navigator. My daughter is an experienced sailor. At this moment, my daughter and I are available for any kind of crewing work.
Bob Trenkamp	rht-emtb@trenkamp.com	Navigator on winning boat Newport-Bermuda 2004; Paramedic. 160,000+ offshore miles, including Sidney/Hobart, Newport Bermuda x5, trans-Atlantic, Halifax race 1991, 1993, 2001.

Skippers Looking for Crew
 

Name	Email Address	Description
Michael Nelson	m_nelson9@hotmail.com	Looking for experienced, top-flight navigator/tactician for M2H on Quest 33. Boat is in top shape w/ all new sails & gear. Looking to win! (1/8/07)
Jeff Eberle	jeff.eberle@verizon.net	Manchester MA based J/130 in top condition looking for committed local crew to earn their way on to the M-H Race.  We are planning to race/practice every weekend from 5/26 - 8/5.  To be eligible for M-H, crew must become regular member. Reply by email for schedule.  CCA member owned.  Will be entering 2008 Newport - Bermuda. (5/24/07)
Adrian Little	adrianl@optonline.net	Looking for 2 people help me deliver boat back to CT - can also go to MA if necessary. Am doing the race double handed and my crew has to get home. (6/8/07)
David L. Thun	davidthun@comcast.net	After the race I will be going on to Cape Breton for a week or ten days sailing on the Bras d'Or Lakes. If you are interested in making that trip and/or returning from Halifax to Massachusetts about July 22, please let me know. Thanks. (6/11/07)
Larry Vazzano	lvazzano@comcast.net	Delivery back to Annapolis,MD. Looking for crew to return Wharf Rat, CS 40, after race. Leave around 7/13. Wharf Rat is well equipped, radar, chart plotter, etc and will have all safety gear aboard for return. Email for more info. (6/14/07)
Richard Currier	rcurrier@cybercom.net	Owl is a 41 foot Rhodes Reliant yawl. There are five of use on board now and I am looking for one more crew member who has experience and is able-bodied. Contact me for more information.
Chad Weiss	chadweiss@msn.com	Need crew. Tripp 60 "Serengeti" new 2003, have 11 experienced crew in place would like two to three additional. Please contact via email, or call Captain Brendan Donahue 401 447 1722. Have competed in 2 MH races, and multiple Bermuda races previously on Serengeti and previous boats.