Last evening, about 10 minutes before sunset, a Moorings powercat came around the point from White Bay. They discovered a monohull on their Boatyball. They attempted to tie up to the already occupied Boatyball. A loud and profane argument ensued with insults and threats of violence. Initially, it was entertaining, but quickly became just embarrassing to witness. Eventually, one of these alcohol-fueled confrontations may well involve real violence. In this case, the monohull eventually moved to an available FCFS mooring. The lack of awareness of the Boatyball system is a major problem and needs to be addressed, perhaps by including a notice with the cruising permit to assure every sailor is informed. In any case, I would prefer not to be present for another display of boorish and unacceptable behavior.

Kevin Quinn
S/V EVENT HORIZON lll