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As a beach destination, while Ventura

Those who enjoy beach holidays usually want a big city just to go with it – a place with a cultural environment and the talent to go with beautiful scenery.

We found everything we needed in Ventura, one of those places that always asked as we were going through the region en route to other destinations in the scenic central California coast. For us, it was driving by country – scenic, yes, but somewhere always, we just happened on the way elsewhere.

Ventura is in a place that is really great for travelers. For residents of South California, is an easy drive that takes you beyond the mega cities where the new back, finally giving way to a coastline that is less overwhelmed by development. Central Coast beaches are great, but if you come from the south do not have much time, Ventura is a beach resort in its own pleasure.

For most Northern Californians, Ventura is close enough to the "big city" a reasonable basis for the activities of visitors to tourist attractions area of Los Angeles, less than an hour. Still you are staying in the beach community in California for excellence that is far from the bustle of the city. Not go into the city for a day? Just chill out in some of the most picturesque beaches in the state.

Remember one of the city was our hotel – the Crowne Plaza, a former Holiday Inn, which makes the brand more upmarket. At 15 stories, is the only skyscraper in the region and could not be built with strict new regulations costs today. The hotel offers stunning views over the ocean, the Channel Islands and the green hills of the north side of Ventura. The Crowne Plaza is located so that each room above the second floor offers a spectacular view of the coast.

A few minutes of arrival we walked the promenade that stretches from the Hotel in both directions along the coast. A great beach is just steps from the hotel and there are restaurants and numerous activities in the near Ventura Pier. Bicycles and other gadgets are available for rent, and Sunday, vendors offer a variety of goods at the point right between the beach and the hotel.

Only up California Street Our hotel is a quaint shopping district of a small town with all shops, restaurants and a high concentration of antique shops that are fun to explore. Several surf shops are nearby and, like other California coastal cities, the feeling is more retro fashion. The historic City Hall stands majestically on a small hill at the edge of the downtown area, which serves to remind us that Ventura is truly a city and not just part of the range of uncoordinated development.

California Cruz Street is the main street, and if you walk a few blocks, you come to the Mission San Buenaventura. This mission was established on Sunday Week Santa March 31, 1782 and became the ninth California mission founded by Father Junipero Serra. Fires and earthquakes have taken their toll on mission, but with years, local residents have restored the building of much of its former glory. In any case, the mission "feel" and original it is worth if they are in the middle.

Just across the street from the mission is the Museum of History and Art, providing a wide range of parts nested in a relatively small. historical artifacts, agricultural implements, 18 figures of the century – the museum offers a large enough variety.

One thing you realize, after spend several hours in Ventura, is that everywhere you go, you hear 60 years of music. This probably is not oblivious to the fact that surfing and many types of songs from that time still hanging around this coastal town. But without a doubt – be selling hot dogs on the promenade, the antique shop on Main Street, or even the sushi restaurant in the center, they are playing the music of the 60 s'

Sushi Sushi is above the Marina, a local hot spot where we stopped for dinner. But a word of wisdom here – the restaurant is apparently very popular with locals, but relatively few tables and no real space to wait for your table to call it. The food was good, but certainly the best time of our visit will be the future avoid the rush.

There are about two miles from the beach Ventura Area that are considered part of the local State Park and visitors are fascinated by the wide range of relatively sparsely populated areas where you can see in the Islands Channel and have a spectacular view of the coast stretches west and north of Santa Barbara. At sunset, we stopped at Surfer's Knoll where you can walk through sand dunes in search of a place to watch the sunset in the western sky. The people here treat the sun as they do in Key West – Is it an event, and people make a point to walk along the beach every evening to celebrate the scenic beauty of the region.

If the beach and a bustling commercial area are not sufficient to call your attention, here are a few visitor attractions in the area of Ventura

The Ventura Harbor Village and Marina – If you like boats – or just be near of them – the waterfront district has hundreds of them with a 33-acre complex of retail and leisure, Puerto Aldea. There are many boat rental, fishing trips and a variety of restaurants. Remember to check the "almost" old carousel with 36 animals that was built in 1955. This gallery also offers homemade fudge, popcorn and enough to keep kids busy hours.

Channel Islands National Park Visitors Center – Located in the port area of Ventura, the center offers exhibits on fauna and flora of the island and a rescue plan graph gives visitors an idea of the size islands. The islands are visible from the Ventura area and are the favorites excursions, diving, snorkeling, swimming and birdwatching. It is also possible for visitors to camp, hike and picnic on the islands, excursions the port area.

AJ Comstock Museum – a look at the firemen to principles and methods. It's a free museum and open all the time.

The Archaeological Museum Albinger – Located near the mission, the museum features artifacts dating back 3500 years and free of many cultures. You can also see the foundations of the original mission area digging. AT A GLANCE

WHERE: Ventura is located 65 kilometers north west of Los Angeles on a state highway north-south Highway 101. If you do not wish to drive, is easily accessible by Amtrak and the Ventura stop is only two tenths of a mile from the Crowne Plaza.

WHAT: Ventura is the quintessential California beach community with miles of wide beaches and an eclectic shopping area that combines one subculture surf tourism center. What is a city small, but close to the big city.

WHEN: Anytime. Ventura enjoys a sunny climate, despite its location, it can sometimes be windy, especially on the beach.

WHY: Ventura really has its own character and charm. Geographically, Ventura is located in one of the more coastal areas picturesque California.

HOW: For more information on Ventura, contact the Ventura Visitors and Convention Bureau at 800-483-6214 or visit www.venture usa.com. For more information about the Crowne Plaza, phone 1-800-980-6429 or visit http://www.cpventura.com.

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Let’s Go Baoting in California

What better place to enjoy the sport of boating than in the beautiful, sunny state of California? This beautiful state has lots to offer, but when boating in California, you’ll have more options than you could ever imagine. With so much ocean front coastline, the boating adventures that await you in California can be the best you’ve ever had.

While California ranks second to Florida in boating registrations, it still is a very popular boating destination for many people. Besides ocean cruising, California also has many lakes and rivers available to boating enthusiasts. 

All types of boating can be done in California. From kayaking to speed boating to cabin cruising, you can find all sorts of boating opportunities on the West coast. Where are some of the more popular boating locations in California? Beside the obvious Pacific Ocean, here are a few to try out:

* Lake Berryessa in Sonoma County is a great place for power boating and water skiing. There are also some great places to swim and picnic.  * Clear Lake is a little bit north of Lake Berryessa which is another great place for skiing and sunning.  * Lake Tahoe is one of the most popular boating destinations in California. It is well known for all sorts of water activities. Tahoe boasts hot summer days and cool nights which makes it a beautiful place for boating, relaxing, and camping. * Shasta Lake is more inland and is located in Northern California. Lake Shasta offers swimming, wakeboarding, waterskiing, and all kinds of boating, including houseboat rentals for those who never want to leave sight of the water. Lake Shasta is around 150 miles north of Sacramento, and is a vacation paradise for trout fishing, camping and outdoor fun all within sight of beautiful Mount Shasta. * The San Francisco Bay area has many marinas and boating clubs dotting the coastline. Its location makes it a great place to shove off for a week-long cabin cruise, or take in a day of sailing. The bay area is also very popular with yachters as is evidenced by the many yacht clubs located in the area.

Fishing is a big part of California boating. You can catch everything from river trout to largemouth bass and Coho salmon in the waters of California. Because this is a such a popular boating destination, you can enjoy boating in California even if you don’t own your own boat. Boat rentals abound for anyone who wants to enjoy the waters in this beautiful state.

The weather is beautiful in California making it a great place for boating. You can find so many other destinations than the ones listed above. California is truly a boating paradise. Happy boating!

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Buying A Boat, New, Used Or A Twenty Year-Old Classic, Is Not Something To Rush Into

When buying a boat there are many different types and models to choose from so you really have to identify exactly what you need, and can afford. Your budget is the most restricting factor, but there are plenty of other issues to be raised such as the size of your family, where you intend to use the boat, fish or family boat. etc.

Application.

Where you intend to use the boat should be one of your first decisions. If pottering around the harbour, skiing, fishing, or perhaps general family boating, then most types of boats up to around 5.0 m will be more than satisfactory. Conversely, if you intend to go offshore fishing, then a larger, more seaworthy craft will be required.

River and lake fishermen and those intending fishing remote locations may prefer a smaller, lighter, and more robust aluminium boat. Open barra style boats, and deluxe aluminium dinghies are very popular with estuary and river fishermen. Larger pressed and plate alloy boats are great for regions with poor boating facilities because they are better able to handle the knocks and scrapes likely to be experienced.

Fish Or Family Boat?

While it is possible to fish from a family boat and visa versa, some boats are more conducive to fishing, others to family boating. As a general rule, prior to the 1990s, most fibreglass trailer boats were designed more for family boating than fishing. These family orientated boats tend to be more luxuriously outfitted, with carpeted floors, upholstered cockpit surrounds, and better seating.

In contrast, fair dinkum fishing rigs tend to have few creature comforts. More important is a large, uncluttered cockpit with good access into the transom corners, as well as specific design features like wider side coamings to allow the fitment of rod holders, as well as the provision of a live bait tank, fish box, big side pockets etc.

Historically, pressed sheet aluminium and plate aluminium boats have been favoured for fishing because of their basic fit-out, spacious interiors, and ease of customisation. In recent times however, fibreglass boat builders have dramatically improved their fishing models, and there are now many good, albeit late model fibreglass fishing boats available.

Seating

Pretty obvious really, but if you buy a boat without enough seats for your family or regular crew, you may find you’ll soon be fishing or boating by yourself. While few passengers will want to sit down while enroute, a seat will be appreciated once you’ve reached your destination.

Overnighting

Few half cabin owners actually use their cabins for overnighting. Although there may be enough room for two people to stretch out on the cabin berths, there are rarely any other overnighting facilities in even moderate sized craft.

If you’re serious about overnight and weekend cruising, you really need to look at some of the larger, better outfitted and therefore more expensive secondhand trailer boats. Those that can provide a toilet, galley unit with stove, sink, as well as a fridge, shower, storage cupboards and many other cruising accessories.

Can You Tow It?

Make sure you are aware of the legal and practical towing limitations of your tow vehicle before you buy a new rig.

With most of the larger 6.0 m plus cabin cruisers and half cabin fishing boats for example, you will need a 4wd or larger car to meet the legal towing requirements.

Storage

If you intend to store your boat in the garage, be sure to measure not just the boat length, but the overall length of the rig – from the trailer coupling to the back of the outboard and the length and height of the rig before you buy it.

Parking the rig out on the front lawn is okay, provided the boat is behind a lockable fence, or you fit some sort of trailer locking device. Keeping your boat out the front on the medium strip is not a good idea it will create complaints from neighbours and the local council.

Townhouse and unit dwellers, should consider storing the boat in a fenced off compound or dry storage rack at a nearby marina.

Launch & Retrieve

Don’t try and save money by cutting back on the trailer. Your trailer should be capable of steering your boat on straight. As you drive your boat onto the trailer. Easy launch and retrieve encourages the family and friends to go with you. There is nothing worse than having to fight the boat onto a trailer after a long days fishing.

Running Costs

Trailer boating can be quite reasonable costs wise! While service and maintenance costs are expected, storing the boat out of water reduces maintenance considerably. Fuel costs can be high for those that under power or zoom around with the throttle fully open. However, a full day on the water running a 50 – 75 hp should cost no more than $50 to $75 if fishing. If running 150 – 200Hp, that cost will almost double but that’s still pretty good when you consider you get a full days entertainment and fun.

Safety & Seaworthiness

A safe, seaworthy boat is one which can be safely operated in the sea conditions and environment for which it was designed. Seaworthiness is determined by the shape of the bow and forefoot, the angle of vee or deadrise, the breadth of the hull shoulders, the beam, the amount of flare, the angle of the chines, etc.

Important questions to ask yourself during a sea trial of a boat is; does the boat have enough freeboard to keep the sea out? Will it broach in a following sea? Does the bow bury when running into a head-sea? Is it stable enough at rest and underway? Does it have built-in flotation to keep it afloat if it capsizes?

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Where’s a good place to fish for walleye in New York state?

Hudson Valley in particular, but I wouldn’t mind driving 3-4 hrs.

Since you don’t mind driving that far then Oneida Lake is really the best place, I have personal experience fishing there. It’s not too hard to get there either, there are lots of places to fish or put a boat in during the summer. It’s a nice ice fishing place too on the north end. I got a few very nice walleye out of it. I also got some really big sunfish when going out there. If I remember right, the only thing that I ran into (besides the cost of fuel) is the zebra mussels.

Other than that, you can try going out to Pulaski. I usually only went there for salmon, but there are some walleye in the local waters. Right out from there is Lake Ontario. It’s kind of nice if your on a boat, has some decent ice fishing too, if you can find the fish.

There are a few other places you can go too. I know of a nice lake called Paradise Lake, but there is no putting boats in. I saw some of the biggest bass for NY in there. That’s in Oneida Castle or near Verona I think, but I’m not 100% sure.

If you just want to go down the road, there is Waverly which has a nice little creek running through it. I can’t say for certain that you catch walleye there, but I have caught some catfish there.

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