Class Afloat Students on the SS SØRLANDET Visit Singer Castle

Tall Ship SØRLANDET at Singer Castle, photo by Scott Garris
(Click on photos to see them larger).

On Wednesday, September 11th during their journey from Erie, PA to Quebec City, Canada, the forty Class Afloat students and twenty crew members on the Tall Ship SØRLANDET made a stopover at Singer Castle. The 210 foot long SØRLANDET, the oldest full rigged ship still in existence, had just participated in the Tall Ships Challenge-Great Lakes 2013 taking part in tall ship races, a re-enactment of a War of 1812 battle and festivities in Windsor, Ontario and Erie, PA. The ship was on its way to Quebec to begin an eight-month long journey that will take the students across the Atlantic Ocean three times and to eighteen different countries.

SØRLANDET crew tossed into the dungeon on Dark Island, 
photo by Scott Garris

Members of the SØRLANDET’s crew who had previously visited Singer Castle suggested that a tour of the castle and grounds would be a nice surprise for the hard working students. Divided into four groups the students toured with castle staff members and enjoyed hearing the history of the castle and the Bourne family. They saw the castle’s secret passageways, explored the castle’s 2700 volume library and walked on the castle grounds and through the gardens. One student even played an impromptu concert on the baby grand piano in the Wicker Room.

On-board look at the SØRLANDET, photo by Scott Garris

When their tour of the castle concluded, the students graciously offered castle staff members a tour of the SØRLANDET before returning to their studies and evening chores. Early the next morning after a long night of thunder and lightning storms, the SØRLANDET sailed off through the fog once again on its way to Quebec.

Find out more about Class Afloat at http://www.classafloat.com/ and more about the Tall Ship Sorlandet at http://fullriggeren-sorlandet.no.erkunde.no/en.

New on ABM team: Christopher T. Lytle as Senior Advancement Officer & Rebecca L. Hopfinger as Director of Advancement.

CLAYTON, New York (September 12, 2013) – The Antique Boat Museum (ABM), North America’s premier freshwater nautical museum based in Clayton, New York, announced today the addition of Christopher T. Lytle as Senior Advancement Officer and Rebecca L. Hopfinger as Director of Advancement.

Lytle brings more than 35 years of experience as a senior staff member or consultant to premier not-for-profit organizations, including Rotary International and the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards. His expertise in campaign planning and design, program management, major gifts, institutional grants, as well as sponsorship and cause marketing, will be instrumental to the Museum. In addition to leading overall fundraising efforts, Lytle will focus on developing key partnerships and relationships with philanthropists, foundations, and corporations that support the ABM’s growth strategies.

A graduate of Mercyhurst College, with post-graduation certifications from Adelphia University and New York University, Lytle resides with his wife, Laurie, in Seneca Falls, NY, where he serves as a Board member of the Finger Lakes Boating Museum.

Hopfinger was recently asked to return to the Museum following a five-year hiatus during which she was Executive Director of the Thousand Islands Arts Center (TIAC), also based in Clayton. Her professional career began with the ABM as curator in 1996, following graduation from Syracuse University with a Master’s in Museum Studies. In 2004, she was promoted to Director of Development & Curator of Special Exhibits before departing in 2008 to later join TIAC.

In her new role at the ABM, Hopfinger will oversee the Museum’s successful Friends of the Museum program, its general membership, and further fundraising activities.

Hopfinger, who is currently pursuing a certificate in fundraising management from the Indiana University/Purdue University Institute for Fundraising, resides in Clayton and serves as a Board member of the Clayton Local Development Corporation and the Clayton Chamber of Commerce.

“We are extremely pleased to welcome Rebecca back to the ABM and to have Chris join our organization. As our new advancement and fundraising team, they will lead our efforts to build awareness and support for the ABM as we develop new audiences and markets,” said Frederick H. “Fritz” Hager, Executive Director.

Lytle and Hopfinger join Christine S. Brown, Advancement Associate, to form the ABM’s new Office of Advancement.

Located on the St. Lawrence River in the 1000 Islands, the Antique Boat Museum features a collection of over 300 antique and classic boats, among thousands of recreational boating artifacts. In August 2014, the Museum will host the 50^th annual Antique Boat Show and Auction, the longest running show in North America. For more information please visit the Museum’s website at ABM.org.

ANTIQUE BOAT MUSEUM ATTENDANCE CRUISING IN POSITIVE DIRECTION

CLAYTON, New York (September 3, 2013) – The Antique Boat Museum (ABM), North America’s premier freshwater nautical museum based in Clayton, New York, proudly announced today that it has shown continued growth in attendance throughout the 2013 summer season.

In August, the ABM witnessed a 24% increase at the gate compared to 2012 totals.

In addition, through August 31, ABM attendance has grown by 10% overall, since the Museum opened for the season in May.

The annual Antique Boat Show and Auction also saw a spike in attendance in 2013 as 6,335 visitors (+14%) passed through the gates August 2-4.

The ABM will conclude its summer season on Columbus Day weekend and then begin its fall/winter season through December 20. A complete fall/winter schedule will be announced in the coming weeks.

Located on the St. Lawrence River in the 1000 Islands, the Antique Boat Museum features a collection of over 300 antique and classic boats, among thousands of recreational boating artifacts. In 2014, the Museum will host the 50^th annual Antique Boat Show and Auction, the longest running show in North America, on August 1-3, as well as the Raceboat Regatta on August 8-10. For more information please visit the Museum’s website at ABM.org.

[End, ABM News Release]

Congratulations Mike Folsom (Director of Marketing and Communications) and Fritz Hager (Executive Director) of the Antique Boat Museum in Clayton, NY. What a tremendous season you and everyone else at the ABM have made! What a testimony to your amazing talents. Speaking of "cruising in a positive direction", the skills you brought to the ABM remind me of the Tom Cruise "with me, without me" scene in the following short movie clip from Knight and Day (although I know you very humbly would not make the comparison yourself).

New: Patty Mondore's video trailer for her new devotional book series!

All dynamic video and pictures by Patty Mondore © and captured mostly in the Thousand Islands.

More information at Gold-Mountain.com.

Click here for Patty's personal pages. 

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Free Entry to Antique Boat Museum for Clayton Residents August 27 & 28, 2013

CLAYTON, New York – The Antique Boat Museum (ABM), North America’s premier freshwater nautical museum based in Clayton, New York, invites residents of the Museum’s home town to visit free of charge during Clayton Community Days at the Antique Boat Museum on Tuesday, August 27 and Wednesday, August 28, 2013.

The Clayton Community Days initiative has been created to welcome residents from within the 13624 zip code to the ABM, free of charge, as a thank you for being our neighbor and to provide them with the opportunity to explore the Museum, which sits in their own backyard.

“The Clayton community has played a key role in the growth of the Museum for years,” explained Michael Folsom, Director of Marketing and Communications. “We want thank those who live in Clayton for all of their time, devotion, and strong sense of community which has helped to lure visitors from across the world to small town Clayton, NY and our Museum. This is just a small gesture, but we believe the local community should see and experience the Museum just like so many others have.”

Clayton residents wishing to take advantage of this offer should visit the ABM admission desk on August 27 or August 28 and present valid identification indicating residency within the 13624 zip code. Pieces of mail or other non-official documentation will not be accepted. In addition, any youth visitor under the age of 16 with an adult guest from Clayton will be permitted free as well. Summer residents of Clayton without a valid identification within the 13624 zip code are not permitted through this special offer. This offer is intended for full-time Clayton residents only.

Located on the St. Lawrence River in the 1000 Islands, the Antique Boat Museum features a collection of over 300 antique and classic boats, among thousands of recreational boating artifacts. In August 2014, the Museum will host the 50^th annual Antique Boat Show and Auction, the longest running show inNorth America. For more information please visit the Museum’s website at ABM.org. 

Flora and Fauna Series: Tiger Swallowtail butterfly.

Eastern Tiger Swallowtail Butterfly

Patty Mondore managed to capture these hard to get beautiful pictures of the Eastern Tiger Swallowtail butterfly (Papilio glaucus) found in New York State. These photos are unretouched, yet I was struck by the artistic look and clarity in these photos. Be sure to click on the photos to enjoy them in larger size. Appropriately, the flowers are called the Butterfly Bush.

This is part of the new Flora and Fauna series exclusively found on this blog, SingerCastle.blogspot.com. Previous photos include the American Eagle found in the Thousand Islands. Check back often for many more forthcoming super shots.

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YNN's "The Getaway Guy" has released a new book, which features the ABM!

Click on book image above to see it larger.

CLAYTON, New York (August 16, 2013) – The Antique Boat Museum (ABM), North America’s premier freshwater nautical museum based in Clayton, New York, announced today that it has been featured in the newest book by Mike O’Brian, better known across New York State as The Getaway Guy on Time Warner Cable’s regional news network.

The Getaway Guy: 50 MORE Day Trip Getaways with Mike O'Brian features 50 exciting destinations across New York State. From hidden waterfalls to family-friendly parks and discoveries, as well as haunted getaways, O’Brian leads you throughout the state by highlighting unique and exciting locations. Whether you're looking for adventure, a historical experience, or just a relaxing day with someone special, there's something for everyone and this new book provides details and information to make coordinating a trip easier.

“We appreciate the opportunity to work with Mike in preparing his newest book and having the ability to highlight the Museum,” explained Michael Folsom, ABM Director of Marketing and Communications. “Mike has an outstanding track record with providing readers and viewers with excellent information necessary for planning an adventure and it’s an honor that he has recognized the Museum as a must-see destination.”

The ABM is featured on pages 14 and 15 of the new book, which includes information, pricing, and photographs. 

“The Antique Boat Museum is one of the best kept secrets on the southern banks of the St. Lawrence River," shared O’Brian.

In addition to authoring books, O'Brian is host of YNN's popular travel segment, The Getaway Guy, which is seen in more than 2 million homes across New York.

The Getaway Guy: 50 MORE Day Trip Getaways with Mike O'Brian is available for purchase at the Antique Boat Museum Store, which is open daily 9 a.m. until 5 p.m., and Museum admission is not required to shop.

Located on the St. Lawrence River in the 1000 Islands, the Antique Boat Museum features a collection of over 300 antique and classic boats, among thousands of recreational boating artifacts. In August 2014, the Museum will host the 50th annual Antique Boat Show and Auction, the longest running show in North America. For more information please visit the Museum’s website at ABM.org.

GOVERNOR CUOMO ENCOURAGES VISIT TO ABM AS PART OF NEW YORK STATE PATH THROUGH HISTORY PROGRAM

CLAYTON, New York (August 11, 2013) – The Antique Boat Museum (ABM), North America’s premier freshwater nautical museum based in Clayton, New York, announced today that New York State Governor Andrew M. Cuomo has recognized the ABM as a destination of significance.

Earlier this week, Governor Cuomo highlighted several scenic and historic transportation destinations and encouraged New Yorkers to consider taking a midsummer trek through the state’s rich history. The destinations are part of the Governor’s Path Through History program that highlights historically and culturally significant sites and events throughout New York State.

“From the untamed beauty of Niagara Falls, all along the Erie Canal, and on to the soaring peaks of the Adirondacks, New York State has a multitude of historic attractions that deserve a visit to experience,” Governor Cuomo said in a press release. “Our state has played a particularly important role in the development of transportation industries and technology, and the Path Through History program is a great way to appreciate them. Whatever your interests, New York is rich with incredible destinations that will make any trip around the Empire State an unforgettable experience.”

The ABM was recognized by the Governor for its extensive collection of more than 300 finely-crafted boats and thousands of boating artifacts, all of which played an important role in transportation history across New York State and beyond.

Path Through History, introduced by Governor Andrew M. Cuomo, builds on New York’s already robust heritage tourism attractions. The initiative is currently focused on 13 themes including: Arts & Culture, Natural History, U.S. Presidents, Women’s Rights, Canals & Transportation, Civil Rights, Colonial History, Immigration, Innovation & Commerce, The Revolutionary War, Native American Heritage, Sports History and the War of 1812. Important heritage sites and events across the state were selected with input from leading historians. For more information, visit http://paththroughhistory.ny.gov/.

Located on the St. Lawrence River in the 1000 Islands, the Antique Boat Museum features a collection of over 300 antique and classic boats, among thousands of recreational boating artifacts. In August 2014, the Museum will host the 50^th annual Antique Boat Show and Auction, the longest running show in North America. For more information please visit the Museum’s website at ABM.org.

1000 Islands RiverQuest by Helicopter

This is a 3-minute sampling of the finest video ever captured of the 1000 Islands region. It was made possible thanks to Singer Castle's Tom Weldon and (Captain) RiverQuest's Lyne Roberge who raised the $100K budget with several visionary RiverQuest partners when our Aquatarium's budget proved insufficient. Doug McLellan, CEO of McLellan Group and creator of our iPad eBook "One in a Thousand" was the creative director aboard a twin-turbine Eurocopter that usually shoots gigs like The Amazing Race and the Superbowl. A $700K Red EPIC 4K HD remote controlled camera with a Gyron stabilizer (one of only two such setups in the world) were the final ingredients to finally do justice to this most amazing place. Enjoy!

---Ian Coristine, One In a Thousand

10 Years of Staff on Dark Island

Photo by Tom Weldon, President of Singer Castle

Singer Castle on Dark Island is in its tenth season of tours. Pictured here are staff from the first summer opening in 2003 to the present day. Between the three Sheridan siblings, the family worked at the castle from 2003 until 2011. Chelsea Milsap, a family friend of the Sheridan's, who is currently on her sixth summer at Singer Castle, gave the family a tour when they came to visit Dark Island last weekend.

Left to right: William and Amanda Sheridan, Krista Sheridan, Thomas Bianci, James Sheridan, Chelsea Milsap, Sarah Sheridan, and Dennis Grabowski.

MUSEUM TO CELEBRATE 11Oth BIRTHDAY OF ICONIC HOUSEBOAT, La Duchesse

ABM photo: La Duchesse with Number Boat

CLAYTON, New York (August 8, 2013) – The Antique Boat Museum (ABM), North America’s premier freshwater nautical museum based in Clayton, New York, announced today that it will host a day of celebration in honor of the 110^th birthday of the iconic houseboat, La Duchesse.

Visit the Museum on Wednesday, August 14 and enjoy a guided tour aboard one of the region’s most recognizable and historic vessels. Anyone touring the houseboat on August 14 will be entered into a drawing to win a one-of-a-kind hand-painted Thousand Islands Picture Paddle of La Duchesse done by well-known river artist John Miller III.

In addition to the drawing, refreshments will be served throughout the day and the cutting of her birthday cake will take place at 1:00 p.m. Visitors are also encouraged to attend in gilded-age or unique nautical attire.

Museum admission required.

La Duchesse is a 106-foot houseboat constructed in 1903 for George Boldt and was in constant use by her three owners until becoming the ABM’s largest artifact. She was donated to the Museum in 2003 by Andrew McNally III, former President of Rand McNally, who’s family used La Duchesse as their summer home from 1947-2001. She would later open to the public for tours at the Museum in 2005 and has become one of the most sought after pieces for viewing at the ABM.

Located on the St. Lawrence River in the 1000 Islands, the Antique Boat Museum features a collection of over 300 antique and classic boats, among thousands of recreational boating artifacts. In August 2014, the Museum will host the 50^th annual Antique Boat Show and Auction, the longest running show in North America. For more information please visit the Museum’s website at ABM.org.

CANAL SCHOONER LOIS McCLURE TO DOCK IN CLAYTON

CLAYTON, New York (August 8, 2013) – The Antique Boat Museum (ABM), North America’s premier freshwater nautical museum based in Clayton, New York, announced today that the replica 1862-class canal schooner, Lois McClure, will dock at the Museum and be open for tours on August 27 and 28.

The schooner Lois McClure is a full-scale replica of an 1862-class sailing canal boat, constructed in Burlington, VT and launched in 2004. The 88-foot vessel is operated by the Lake Champlain Maritime Museum and is currently on a War of 1812 bicentennial tour across upstate New York, as well as Ontario, Quebec, and northern Vermont.

The 33-foot, tugboat C.L.Churchill will escort the Lois McClure to the ABM, as it does anytime the schooner is navigating waterways.

Earlier this summer, the Lois McClure made news as it was stranded along the Erie Canal system due to high water levels and flood damage. The schooner resumed its scheduled appearances in mid-July, nearly a month later than planned, which has slightly altered its originally scheduled appearance dates at the ABM.

The Lois McClure and C.L.Churchill are expected to be docked at the ABM on Tuesday, August 27 and Wednesday, August 28. Tours of the vessel are included in admission rates to the Museum on those days during Museum hours.

Located on the St. Lawrence River in the 1000 Islands, the Antique Boat Museum features a collection of over 300 antique and classic boats, among thousands of recreational boating artifacts. In August 2014, the Museum will host the 50^th annual Antique Boat Show and Auction, the longest running show in North America. For more information please visit the Museum’s website at ABM.org.

Astonishing Drone Video of Niagara Falls!

This is one of the most amazing videos of Niagara Falls that you will ever see! No, wait, I mean it, you have never seen the likes of this. It is not your regular tourist or news reel film. 

How is this related to the St. Lawrence River? According to the Niagara Parks website, water from Niagara Falls flows eventually through the St. Lawrence River, i.e., through the 1000 Islands: 
The water flows from streams and rivers that empty into the Great Lakes, from Lake Superior down through Niagara to Lake Ontario, then into the St. Lawrence River to the Atlantic Ocean. Water always flows down to the sea, and the land slopes downward through the Great Lakes Basin from west to east, but the Niagara River actually flows north.

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New Feature: Flora and Fauna of the Thousand Islands!

A mighty eagle watching over the 1000 Islands.

I have previously indicated that the SingerCastle.blogspot.com will be bringing on board many great new features, as I am sure the frequent viewers of this blog have been noticing. One exciting new aspect will be the regular posting of pictures of the Thousand Islands flora and fauna, as well as other fascinating photos from this impressive region. (Flora and Fauna refer to a region's plants and animals respectively.)

My not-so-secret weapon in obtaining many of these photos is the award winning author Patty Mondore. As readers of her many books and regular columns in the Thousand Islands Sun newspapers know, her frequent kayaking trips on the St. Lawrence River, as well as other excursions with yours truly, give her and me tremendous opportunities  for bringing to you a stream of  fascinating wildlife shots and videos from the islands. So look forward to many more photos taken by the both of us, as well as the unique photos sent in by you.

These eagles (above and below) were seen on islands not far from Dark Island on the St. Lawrence River. 

Be sure to click on the photos to see them larger..

The above eagle landed on Ironsides Island.

Eagle's nest with adult (left) and big eaglet not far from Singer Castle. 

(Island location kept secret for the eagles' well being.)

Remember, the above photos are just the smallest sampling of things to come, so come back often for this exciting new regular feature!

They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.

---Isaiah 40:31

ABM & NORTH COUNTRY PUBLIC RADIO TO HOST NPR CEO

Gary Knell, NPR President and CEO

CLAYTON, New York (July 23, 2013) – The Antique Boat Museum (ABM), North America’s premier freshwater nautical museum based in Clayton, New York, announced today that the Museum, along with North Country Public Radio, will host NPR CEO Gary Knell on Thursday, July 25 for an invitation-only luncheon and meet-and-greet session. [See subsequent update 7/25/13 below.]

Knell will be visiting as a guest of North Country Public Radio, giving residents of the region – in the Adirondacks, St. Lawrence County and the Thousand Islands, an opportunity to meet and talk with one of public media’s top leaders.

Under Knell's leadership, NPR has thrived in a rapidly changing media environment due to his ability to leverage the organization's extensive network of Member Stations, which includes North Country Public Radio, drive cross-platform journalism and cultural programming, grow philanthropic and corporate underwriting support, and draw new audiences to NPR's distinct offerings. A strong advocate of innovation, he is making possible the exploration of new technologies that advance NPR's core mission and grow audience for all of public media.

The ABM and North Country Public Radio will host Knell on Thursday, July 25 at Noon for a luncheon with Museum Board members, as well as a number of listeners from North Country Public Radio who have won the opportunity to attend.

With a career in public media spanning nearly three decades, Knell served as CEO of Sesame Workshop for 12 years before joining NPR in 2011.

He is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations and serves on the boards of the National Geographic Education Foundation and the Jacob Burns Film Center. He is also a board member of Common Sense Media and an advisor to the Annenberg School of Communications at USC and the Military Child Education Coalition.

Knell received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from UCLA, and he received a JD from Loyola University School of Law in Los Angeles.

Members of the media wishing to attend this event should contact Michael Folsom at 315-686-4104 x250 or by email at michaelfolsom@abm.org.

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NPR CEO Gary Knell speaking at the Antique Boat Museum today 
(32 second sample video clip):

ABM photo: NPR CEO Gary Knell (left) conversing with 

Antique Boat Museum Executive Director Fritz Hager

7/25/13 on the boat Zipper.

GUIDE TO THE 49th ANNUAL ANTIQUE BOAT SHOW & AUCTION at the ANTIQUE BOAT MUSEUM

CLAYTON, New York (July 19, 2013) – The Antique Boat Museum (ABM), North America’s premier freshwater nautical museum based in Clayton, New York, announced today a complete guide to the longest running Antique Boat Show in North America, hosted by the ABM, to be held Friday, August 2 through Sunday, August 4.

The 49^th edition of the annual Antique Boat Show & Auction will feature a wide variety of antique and classic boats from near and far, including the 2013 marque boat of the show – Century. In addition, the Marketplace returns with more vendors than in 2012, unique forums will be held, the popular boat auction will take place on Saturday at 1:00 p.m., and the ABM education department has lined up an assortment of children’s activities throughout the weekend.

Plus, Jake the Pirate, makes a guest appearance on August 3 between 10:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.

Below is a complete guide to what every visitor to the show needs to know:

SHOW HOURS                                 Friday, August 2                9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

                                                                Saturday, August 3          9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

                                                                Sunday, August 4             9:00 a.m. – Noon

Note: ABM will remain open through 5:00 p.m. on August 4

ADMISSION RATES                          Members                            Free

Adult                                     $15 (Friday/Saturday); $13 (Sunday)

                                                                Youth (7-17)                       $10 (Friday/Saturday); $7 (Sunday)

                                                                Youth (6 & under)            Free

                                                                Active/Retired Military  Free

                                                                Military Spouse                 $10 (all weekend)

                                                                Military Youth                    $5 (all weekend)

                                                                Adult 3-Day Pass              $30

                                                                Youth 3-Day Pass             $20

ADMITTANCE TO THE SHOW      Visitors will be directed to the ABM’s Boat Shop located on the corner of Mary Street and Alexandria Street to purchase admission bracelets or check-in as a member. In addition, all media should enter at this location as well to receive proper credentials.

Note: the entire ABM campus, including the Marketplace vendor area and the auction will be fenced in and admission will be required to enter.

SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES             Show opens on Friday, August 2 at 9:00 a.m.

Boat Auction, conducted by Antique Boat America, takes place Saturday, August 3 at 1:00 p.m.

                                                                Show concludes with the Grand Parade on Sunday, August 4 at Noon

                                                             

Note: For the complete schedule

– see below the following .

PARKING                                             Available at Guardino Elementary with shuttle service; village street parking is permitted, however the ABM asks that you be considerate of our neighbors and avoid blocking sidewalks and driveways; the ABM Community Lot located on Riverside Drive behind Watertown Savings Bank will be utilized by the Museum and should remain clear of all vehicles and trailers beginning on Thursday, August 1 through Sunday August 4 at 5:00 p.m.

DOCKING                                            Visitors coming to the show by boat may dock on a first come-first serve basis along the Mary Street Municipal Dock. Visitors may pay admission with cash on the dock or the captain of the boat can be escorted to the Boat Shop admissions area on behalf of his/her crew for check-in. No docking will be permitted on the ABM docks for the general public during Boat Show weekend.

                                                                In addition, the ABM asks that boaters be courteous and neighborly when cruising near the Museum and keep wakes to a minimum.

SMOKING                                           Smoking will only be permitted within designated areas on the grounds. No smoking will be allowed on the main campus or the docks.

DOGS                                                    Dogs will only be allowed in the Marketplace and street-side areas of the event grounds. No dogs will be permitted into buildings or the interior main campus of the ABM.  Owners are responsible for cleaning up after their dog and keeping them leashed at all times.

NEW FOR 2013                                  In Honor Of - the ABM will institute a new award in 2013, in honor of the late Robert O. Cox, co-founder the ABM. The Robert O. Cox “Founders Award” will recognize a boat within the 1960s era, which corresponds with the founding of the Museum in its original form.

After Hours at the Boat Show – Saturday, August 3, 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. – open to the public – come enjoy a dinner by The Clipper Inn, live music by the Sam Hopkins Band, cash bar, and after hours access to the docks to enjoy the beauty of the boats. Tickets only $28 and can be reserved by calling 315-686-4104.

                                                                For the kids – Jake the Pirate – bring the kids on Saturday, August 3 and meet costume character “Jake the Pirate” from 10:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. in the Children’s Activity Area.

Sunday Show Hours – the show hours on Sunday, August 4 differ from recent years in an effort to allow exhibitors the opportunity to depart at a reasonable time. The show will run on Sunday from 9:00 a.m. until the start of the Grand Parade at Noon. The Museum will remain open until 5:00 p.m.

Show Grounds – the entire Boat Show & Auction will be fenced this year. Fencing will line Alexandria Street to the end of the ABM property, along the ABM lawn behind the Gold Cup building, a portion along Theresa Street and over to the Mary Street dock. The main entrance to the show will be at the ABM Boat Shop on the corner of Alexandria Street and Mary Street. All visitors must obtain wristbands or badges to enter.

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Complete Schedule:

49th Annual Antique Boat Show Auction featuring Century Boats

Antique Boat Museum - Clayton, NY

Thursday, August 1

9:00-5:00 Registration, located in tent on corner of Mary St. & Alexandria St.

1:00-4:00 River Cruise for Exhibitors and Marketplace only, pre-registration required

3:00-5:00 Tour of Doebler Storage Facility, East Line Rd. Clayton, NY

5:45-6:45 Welcome Reception for Exhibitors and Vendors

Sponsored by ACBS 1000 Islands Chapter, held on Gaffney Porch

Friday, August 2

9:00-5:00 Boat Show open to public: Water/Land Displays/Marketplace

9:30-4:00 Children's Crafts and Games:

Paddleboat models (while supplies last) & lawn games, in Kids Activity Yard

11:00 Forum hosted in Robert O. Cox Theatre: Tony Mollica speaks about Hutchinson Boatworks

12:00-3:00 "Sink or Win Contest!" Creative boat competition for kids & adults

Boat construction 12-2, float contest at 2:30, $5 entrance fee, hosted in Main Tent

3:00-5:00 Tour of Doebler Storage Facility, East Line Rd. Clayton, NY

3:00-5:00 Forums hosted in Robert O. Cox Theatre

3:00 Paul Miklos presents the history of Century's Runabouts & Racers

4:00 Chief Judge John Howard reviews judging procedures

Saturday, August 3

9:00-5:00 Boat Show open to public: Water/Land Displays/Marketplace

8:00 Judging Begins

9:00-12:00 Youth Judging (pre-registration required, meet at Admissions)

9:30-4:00 Children's Crafts and Games:

Freighter model (while supplies last) & lawn games, in Kids Activity Yard

10:30-2:00 Jake the Pirate on campus to visit with kids

12:30-1:30 Forum hosted in Robert O. Cox Theatre: Paul Miklos presents The 60's, Century's Transition

1:00 Boat Auction conducted by Antique Boat America, held in main parking lot

2:00-5:00 Oral Histories with ABM Educator Julie Broadbent in Robert O. Cox Theatre

No story is too small! Drop in and share your memories to be recored in ABM Archives

6:00 Reception for Exhibitors, Vendors, & Sponsors: Appetizers and cash bar, in Main Tent

7:00-9:00 After-Hours at the Boat Show - Dinner and Dancing in the Main Tent

Dinner by the Clipper Inn, $28 per person

Cash bar, music by The Sam Hopkins Band

Sunday, August 5

9:00-12:00 Boat Show open to public: Water/Land Display/Marketplace

9:30-4:00 Children's Crafts and Games:

Boat ornament craft (while supplies last) & lawn games, in Kids Activity Yard

10:00 Brunch - New this year! By the Clipper Inn, $15 per person, in Main Tent

10:30-11:30 Awards Program hosted in Main Tent (brunch ticket not required)

11:30 Parade Meeting: ABM captains review parade route/procedures, held in Main Tent

12:00 Grand Parade from ABM to downtown Clayton waterfront

Show concludes at end of parade, exhibitors and vendors can pack and depart. ABM remains open until 5:00.

12:00-3:00 "If You Build It, You Could Win!" Creative boat competition for kids & adults, hosted in Main Tent

Build models with recycled materials, entrance $5, 1st place wins Family Membership!

MUSEUM'S "MOVIE UNDER THE STARS" CANCELLED FOR JULY 19

CLAYTON, New York (July 18, 2013) – The Antique Boat Museum (ABM), North America’s premier freshwater nautical museum based in Clayton, New York, regrets to announce that the July 19 Movie Under the Stars event has been cancelled due to a potential threat for severe storms and high winds forcast for Friday in the region.

“We apologize to those who were very much looking forward to joining us under the stars on Friday evening, but we believe safety comes first and the unknown weather situation is a risk we do not want to take with visitors on campus,” explained Michael Folsom, Director of Marketing and Communications. “In addition, possible high wind conditions would not have permitted us to raise the 2.5 story high inflatable movie screen.”

Those seeking a refund of the $5 donation ticket should visit the ABM admission desk between July 18 and July 24 with your purchased tickets. Any tickets distributed through promotion are no longer valid.

No rescheduled date has been determined.

Located on the St. Lawrence River in the 1000 Islands, the Antique Boat Museum features a collection of over 300 antique and classic boats, among thousands of recreational boating artifacts. This August, the Museum will host the 49^th annual Antique Boat Show and Auction, the longest running show in North America. For more information please visit the Museum’s website at ABM.org.

ABM SPLASHED THROUGHOUT CURRENT ISSUE OF GREAT LAKES BOATING MAGAZINE

CLAYTON, New York (July 15, 2013) – The Antique Boat Museum (ABM), North America’s premier freshwater nautical museum based in Clayton, New York, is pleased to announce that the Museum has made a ‘splash’ in the July/August issue of Great Lakes Boating magazine.

The newly released issue of Great Lakes Boating magazine (July/August 2013) features the ABM with a multiple page spread, as well as the front cover.

The front cover of the magazine features Miss 1000 Islands II, the Museum’s Hacker-Craft speedboat which is available for rides on the St. Lawrence River. The inside of the magazine boasts content and photographs from page 10 through page 16, and the cover photo reappears on the page 6 Table of Contents, which includes background on the boat.

In May, Jerry Koncel, Associate Editor, made a multi-day visit to the ABM to learn more about the collection, as well as the numerous courses and events hosted by the Museum.

The July/August issue is on newsstands now or can be viewed online at www.greatlakesboating.com. [Note: my link will forward you to the actual digital issue, so you will not need to search for it. Or click here to go to their website.]

Located on the St. Lawrence River in the 1000 Islands, the Antique Boat Museum features a collection of over 300 antique and classic boats, among thousands of recreational boating artifacts. This August, the Museum will host the 49^th annual Antique Boat Show and Auction, the longest running show in North America. For more information please visit the Museum’s website at ABM.org.

Another Sunny Saturday Afternoon at Dark Island

Photo courtesy of 1000 Reflections; submitted by Tom Weldon

Singer Castle staff members and Uncle Sam Tour Boat passengers wave to the helicopter that was filming the 1000 Islands region.

Concours d’Elegance Classic Car Show

WHAT:                 3^rd Annual 1000 Islands Concours d’Elegance Classic Car Show

                                One of the fastest growing Concours events in the Northeast invades the Antique Boat Museum campus for one day only.

                                Admission to the show is included in your admission to the Museum.

                                This is a Blue Star Museum event and military discount offers apply.

WHEN:                 Saturday, July 13              9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

WHERE:               Antique Boat Museum

                                750 Mary Street, Clayton

MOVIES UNDER THE STARS AT ANTIQUE BOAT MUSEUM

CLAYTON, New York (July 4, 2013) – The Antique Boat Museum (ABM), North America’s premier freshwater nautical museum based in Clayton, New York, announced today its new Movies Under the Stars event dates and showings for the 2013 season.

Movies Under the Stars will consist of two Friday night showings of well-known movies that will be projected onto a two and a half story inflatable movie screen this summer on the campus of the Antique Boat Museum.

Join the Museum on Friday, July 19 [CANCELLED for potential bad weather 7/19/13] for the playing of Night at the Museum featuring Ben Stiller and Robin Williams, as well as on Friday, August 23 for the playing of Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl featuring Johnny Depp. Gates will open at 8:30 p.m. and the movies will begin at dusk.

Tickets for both movie nights are on sale now for purchase at the ABM admissions desk. Cost per showing is $5 for advance sale and $10 the night of the show. Ticket sales benefit the Museum.

Night at the Museum [CANCELLED], released in December 2006, is a movie about Larry Daley, an overnight security guard (Stiller), at the American Museum of Natural History. While on duty, the Museum transforms into complete chaos thanks to an old Egyptian stone that came to the Museum in 1950. This magical stone brings the exhibits to life each night until dawn.

Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl is sure to be a hit at the ABM, falling just a week after Alexandria Bay hosts its annual Pirate Days.

Debuting in July 2003, Disney and Johnny Depp took the thrill of pirates to an unexpected level. Captain Jack Sparrow (Depp) quickly became an icon, which helped to spawn multiple movies, theme park rides, Halloween costumes and more. Throughout the action-packed film, Sparrow battles the cursed crew of the Black Pearl and attempts to rescue the kidnapped Elizabeth Swann (played by Keira Knightley).

In addition to the movie nights, the ABM and Izzy’s Outdoor Cinemas have partnered to raffle off a movie night in your own backyard. Raffle tickets will be available at various ABM events throughout the remainder of the summer.

Museum Looking for Boat Donations - Do NOT have to be antiques.

CALL FOR BOATS – ABM SEEKS BOATS BY DONATION FOR UPCOMING AUCTION TO BENEFIT MUSEUM

CLAYTON, New York (July 1, 2013) – The Antique Boat Museum (ABM), North America’s premier freshwater nautical museum based in Clayton, New York, is seeking boats for donation to the Museum, which then will be auctioned off at next month’s 49^th annual Antique Boat Show and Auction, the longest running show in North America.

Have a boat you no longer want? Perhaps the boat you own is just getting to be too much work?

The ABM and Antique Boat America will work with willing donors of any boat style, make, and/or size that an owner is willing to donate to benefit the ABM, with the understanding that all proceeds from the boat will be provided to the Museum.

There are limited restrictions on boats being donated. Wood, fiberglass, motorboat, rowboat, antique, reproduction, or modern will all be accepted. Even boats that might not float will get a chance at a new life.

For years, the annual auction has drawn crowds to the ABM and become a staple to the Saturday festivities of the Boat Show. Hundreds of potential buyers flood the ABM auction yard hours in advance of the auction and the bidding process always lures an enthusiastic crowd.

Those interested in donating a boat for a good cause should contact the ABM at 315-686-4104 or Antique Boat America at 315-783-6100 prior to July 31.

Located on the St. Lawrence River in the 1000 Islands, the Antique Boat Museum features a collection of over 300 antique and classic boats, among thousands of recreational boating artifacts. This August, the Museum will host the 49^th annual Antique Boat Show and Auction, the longest running show in North America. For more information please visit the Museum’s website at ABM.org.