For those who Don't BOAT...the Consequences can be Devastating! [View all]

[KoKo]

Offshore boating can be hard to stomach

I’ve never owned a boat and have lived in coastal communities most of my life. Short rides in tidal creeks or even fishing in rivers are enjoyable as long as I can see land.

Offshore? That’s a totally different and not enjoyable experience for me! In my advancing years, I’ve just learned to politely say “NO!” to that opportunity.

I don’t care how many times somebody tells me to just “focus on the horizon,” I’m soon advising them to just “focus on my backside” as I’m leaning over the rail. Being seasick is no joke. Maybe the only thing worse is being around people who aren’t.

And forget the patches, pills and equilibrium wrist bands. The last time wrist bands were suggested, I used them to wipe my mouth the first time I called Ralph and the second time I yelled “Buick.”

The motion of the ocean

I love a sunset at Folly Beach. A boat ride in the Tail Race Canal or kayaking in Shem Creek are terrific ways to enjoy the Lowcountry. Coburg Creek is another lovely spot. The problem begins when you leave the inner sanctum and pass the jetties headed to the great abyss of the Atlantic Ocean. Nobody in their right mind should do that, no matter how big the boat.

My upper lip is starting to sweat just talking about it.

http://www.postandcourier.com/article/20120730/PC16/120739947/1127/peper-column-offshore-boating-can-be-hard-to-stomach