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In his retirement, Roy Eaton has found great meaning in a second career on the radio —VHF radio, that is. Roy is the voice of the Little Current Cruisers’ Net, a daily broadcast he hosts each morning throughout the summer.
The Cruisers’ Net reaches the cruising community throughout the North Channel on VHF Channel 71 each morning during July and August at 9:00 AM. The broadcast includes weather reports, boating information, and community updates for cruisers in the region.
The broadcast has also helped boaters in distress and has assisted both the Canadian and U.S. Coast Guard in locating vessels when necessary.
After the broadcast, cruisers are invited to call in with their boat name and location. Over time this has created a strong sense of community among North Channel boaters.
You may contact Roy via email at: cruisersnet@lcyc.ca
Very pleased to have the crew of S/V Endorphin drop in to the Cruisers Net this morning. For those who listen to the morning callins, the voices you hear are those of Nate and Ivy. It was my privilege to congratulate the newest graduate in the family - Madelyn.
It’s always nice to have boaters drop in to help record calls, chat and bring reports on their travels. Today Thor and Debbie Powell of MARINER’S CAT, Keith and Michelle Holtze of CATNIP and Gary Holtze of Slo’M ocean took part. The Anchor Inn has free WiFi so when the reception is poor at the town docks, it’s a good opportunity to connect.
Roy Eaton in his new broadcasting space at the Anchor Inn.
On Monday July 1st, Roy returned for his first broadcast of 2019. What a special event as 2019 is the 15th anniversary of the Cruisers' Net. On Friday, July 5th, Roy held a special event at the Anchor Inn to honour the many people who have supported the Cruisers' Net over the 15 years!
Roy thanked Carol Hughes, our awesome Member of Parliament, for making time in her busy schedule to come to the 15th Anniversary Party. He also thanked her for her kind words and certificates from herself and another great friend and supporter of the Cruisers' Net, our Member of Provincial Parliament, Michael Mantha.
Congratulations to Roy Eaton on receiving the Governor General's Sovereign's Medal for Volunteer. Roy received the award for the countless hours he has given to the Little Current Cruiser's Net, as well as the many other organizations & events he has generously volunteered.There is no doubt that volunteers are an integral part of great communities and Roy is a true pillar of the community because of his generosity, his dedication and his ability to inspire others.
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