Contributions of the group Boats and Ships

Sunrise Behind a Veil of Smoke

nobody@ipernity.com (Don Sutherland) — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:39:55 +0000

Smoky sunrise (Larchmont, New York)—July 17, 2026

Wildfire smoke transformed the rising sun into a muted disc suspended behind a dense atmospheric veil. Its usual brilliance was subdued, filtered through layers of drifting particulate matter that softened the horizon and stained the morning light with tones of amber, rust, and ash.

This photo captures a moment of unsettling beauty. The sun remains visible, yet distant and diminished, its radiance constrained by smoke carried far from the fires that produced it. What first appears serene is also evidence of disruption: a sunrise reshaped by wildfire, distance, wind, and a changing climate.

Glenlee Museum Ship

nobody@ipernity.com (Joe, Son of the Rock) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 17:13:04 +0000

Joe, Son of the Rock has posted:

River Clyde, Glasgow

Speedboat

nobody@ipernity.com (Joe, Son of the Rock) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 17:13:08 +0000

Joe, Son of the Rock has posted:

River Clyde, Glasgow

That was not my fault!

nobody@ipernity.com (Johan) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 21:08:45 +0000

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Calm across the Bay

nobody@ipernity.com (Roger (Grisly)) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 19:45:49 +0000

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The tide has turned leaving calm water on a hot day, this is Quay West adjacent to the harbour,on the Bristol Channel Coast at Minehead in Somerset, the large white building on the sandy and popular section of the bay is a part of a major holiday complex,

Maybe worth a large view! Thank you and have a nice week!

Quayside Creels

nobody@ipernity.com (Roger (Grisly)) — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:52:10 +0000

Roger (Grisly) has posted:

Quayside and Harbour on the Isle Whithorn, Wigtownshire,

The historical significance of this locale is rooted in its ancient ecclesiastical heritage, having been a focal point of early Christianity in Scotland. Its strategic position has also contributed to its role in maritime activities throughout history. The area offers a picturesque landscape and a sense of historical continuity, making it a point of interest for those exploring the Scottish coast.,

HFF and a good weekend to all,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, Large view recommended for detail and clarity

Lounge of "MS Trollfjord"

nobody@ipernity.com (tiabunna) — Sun, 05 Jul 2026 10:57:09 +0000

tiabunna has posted:

An archives image. While looking through the photos from my Norway trip, I found this panorama of the lounge of the ship "Trollfjord", taken immediately before departure on the Hurtigruten trip north from Bergen. Best viewed large.
Happy Bench Monday and have a good week, everyone.

Skiff Decorated for a Fourth of July Regatta, ca. 1914

nobody@ipernity.com (Alan Mays) — Sat, 04 Jul 2026 15:56:04 +0000

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A Vintage Photos Theme Park photo for the topic of Fourth of July (flags, fireworks, patriotic, freedom, red-white-blue, barbeques, etc.).

"This is my skiff decorated for the regatta 4th July celebrations" is the description written on the other side of this photo.

This is divided-back real photo postcard with no address, date, stamp box, or postmark on the verso. The message written on the back of the card, however, includes some questions about events leading up to World War I, so it's likely that the photo dates to 1914, the year the war began (see Ultimatum of July 23, 1914, for background information).

See also the full version of this photo postcard.

This is the message written across the back of the card (I made it easier to read by creating paragraphs, but the text is the same):

This is my skiff decorated for the regatta 4th July celebrations.
L. Brown

Forgive me for not writing. It is just laziness on my part. My correspondence has got in an awful shape. I am sending this card to show I have not forgotten. I will get a letter written someday.

Here are some funny questions that sometimes enter my head. My socialist [Pro-Ger?].

--What was the Kaiser scared of even more than fighting all Europe?
--What big convention was to be held in Vienna one week after war started?
--Did not Servia [Serbia] accede to all points except one or two, and wished to arbitrate?
--Why was the war rushed?

Canopée

nobody@ipernity.com (Wilm) — Fri, 03 Jul 2026 09:10:56 +0000

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The Canopée is a French sail-assisted freighter ship designed specifically to transport elements of the Ariane-6 rocket from Europe to the Guiana Space Centre.
121 m
10.000 t

Glenlee Museum Ship

nobody@ipernity.com (Joe, Son of the Rock) — Sat, 20 Jun 2026 19:28:13 +0000

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River Clyde, Glasgow

Boat

nobody@ipernity.com (Joe, Son of the Rock) — Sat, 20 Jun 2026 19:28:04 +0000

Joe, Son of the Rock has posted:

River Kelvin, Glasgow

Skjolden-3

nobody@ipernity.com (John Cook) — Wed, 01 Mar 2023 17:41:35 +0000

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Domaso.

nobody@ipernity.com (Annemarie) — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:22:31 +0000

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Sul Lago di Como.

HWW my friends

Facts and Fiction

nobody@ipernity.com (Ecobird) — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:54:01 +0000

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A peaceful harbour scene captured at West Bay, Bridport at a time when covid restrictions had been eased, although safe distancing rules were still in effect.
In January this year, however, this scene would have been considerably different as violent storms reshaped the coastline and a large sandbar appeared restricting harbour access. Work began quickly to remove the sand which was subsequently used to replenish sand on the East beach.

West Bay, once named Bridport Harbour is a harbour and small resort situated at the mouth of the river Brit and is known as the Golden Gateway to the Jurassic Coast.
Many people will recognise the beaches and cliffs from the tv series Broadchurch.
It was also the setting for the series Harbour Lights.

I have added a song called 'Fact-Fiction by Mads Langer as a nod to the real life issues of this working harbour alongside the 'fiction' of the programmes set here.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=AlB7K4IHwfI

The IJ river with my dad's old compact camera

nobody@ipernity.com (Johan) — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:59:11 +0000

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ5 from 2006

Ushuaia (Argentina)

nobody@ipernity.com (John Cook) — Sat, 20 Dec 2025 17:01:02 +0000

John Cook has posted:

Last stop before crossing the Drake Passage to Antarctica. December 2023.

Back Seat Driver Bench + PiP

nobody@ipernity.com (Ecobird) — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 19:44:47 +0000

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Captured at the Forth And Clyde Canal, Falkirk Wheel. The Patsy is one of a number of narrowboats for hire by Black Prince Holidays providing holiday accommodation for those who would like to follow their dreams and the canal network for a scenic, peaceful and relaxing breakaway from the stresses of everyday life.

The Forth and Clyde canal opened in 1790, is 35 miles long running between the Firth of Forth and the Firth of Clyde

The Union Canal , opened in 1822, is connected to the Forth and Clyde Canal via the Falkirk Wheel, a rotating boat lift which is a wonderful feat of engineering and is the pride of Scottish Canals.

So enjoy your holiday on the well equipped Patsy, whether you want to visit Glasgow or Edinburgh stopping at any the points of interest on the way. You can be sure of a magical holiday.

I could not pass the opportunity to then use a song with magic in the title, and the holiday company is 'Black Prince' so with Patsy being a woman's name 'Black Magic Woman' jumped out at me.

I have therefore added a version of 'Black Magic Woman' by Eric Clapton

www.youtube.com/watch?v=zOLYy0dcZxg

Best viewed large I think. Many thanks and HBM to all.

The Streaker!

nobody@ipernity.com (Roger (Grisly)) — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 15:25:34 +0000

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Clouds reflected in the water as the Streaker, rests in Lybster Harbour, Caithness,
I know little about boats but assume this is some form of inshore fishing craft
Any information would be welcome,

A couple of small benches on board, therefore HBM and a good week,

It 's not often I post a link but this just had to done, keep smiling and "Don't look Ethel"
www.youtube.com/watch?v=XtzoUu7w-YM&list=RDXtzoUu7w-YM&start_radio=1

Maersk Lins

nobody@ipernity.com (Wilm) — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 19:17:44 +0000

Wilm has posted:

The Maersk Lins coming from Southampton entering Europoort to the Rotterdam harbours.
IMO 9527025
DWT 100062 t
300m x 45m

Huge P&O cruise ship

nobody@ipernity.com (Johan) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 19:59:32 +0000

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