See update below from the Charles River Clean Up Boat.
On Monday, September 14, 2015 4:22 PM, Tom McNichol <cleanupboat@yahoo.com> wrote:
Charles River Clean Up Boat - Update 15-3
All the news from the Clean Up Boat is good. In fact, 2015 is turning out to be another great year for the Clean Up Boat. The weather , for the most part has been pleasant and we have been able to follow the schedule with few interruptions. The one notable exception is Jonathan Burke and his family. They were rained out twice. We will get them out for sure in 2016.
We had the expected clean up after the 4th of July celebration, but it only took us a couple of trips, and we had the Charles back in "mid season" form.
The volunteers are outstanding. Always on time, with great attitudes and ready for a productive day on the river.
Funding looks good. Most of our financial support comes from a loyal and dedicated group of supporters who help us year after year. We are not fully funded for 2015 yet, but we believe if all of the expected, remaining donations, materialize, we will be whole for 2015. Of course no unexpected expenses have occurred, and that always helps in balancing the budget. One exception, the hail storm putting a few holes in the Bimini top.
The boat has preformed well. This is the 5th year for the current motor. In the past we have replaced it after 5 years. But, this one seems solid so we have decided to go with it in 2016.
Renata von Tscharner, of the Charles River Conservancy, is working with Google Earth to add a portion of the Charles to their data base. The Clean Up Boat has agreed to help with the filming of the on river views. If all goes well, it should be done this Fall.
There will be a few more great weeks of New England weather coming up. If you are not a regular visitor to the Charles, make a special effort to spend a couple of hours enjoying the beautiful "jewel" we have in the middle of our home metropolitan area.
Tom
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