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Home Port: Lopez Island WA
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Year Built: 1894
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LOA: 22' 8"
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Beam: 6' 0"
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Owner: Stephanie Hylton
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Designer: Michael Norman
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Design: One-off
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Type: Steam power
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Michael Norman built her at Mud Bay on Lopez Island. She was basic transportation for Decatur Island owners until federal agents seized her for rum running; they used her as a pursuit boat. Ownership eventually returned to Decatur Island after repeal of prohibition. Restored by Charlie Bowers in 1948 – 50, sold to Bob Schoen of Orcas Island in 1960 and converted to steam power, Purchased in 1973 by Stephanie Hylton of Lopez Island. Engine and boiler replaced 2002-2003.

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