READERS RESPOND

AT ISSUE: Costa Mesa resident Mike Whitehead’s cable-access show

about boating hit national airwaves on Saturday. Local residents are

thrilled.

Score one for the locals! Good going Mike ... I know this show will be a

hit in Florida as well.

DAVE JANES

Rear Admiral, USNR

What a great idea! I think this is an exciting topic that will interest

boaters and water-lovers alike. I can’t wait to see the next show.

MELISSA DAY

Network Administrator, Technology Answers, Inc.

San Diego

I just read the article in the Pilot (“Newport boat show sets sail

nationally tonight,” Nov. 27) about the TV show Boathouse going

nationwide. All I can say is it is about time. This show has been kept a

local secret much too long.

J.R. MEANS

Vice president, Newport Yachts

Newport Beach

I loved reading about one of my favorite shows, “Boathouse TV.” My

boyfriend and I make a special point to see every show. We have recorded

most of the episodes and we bring those tapes to our yacht club to share

with other members. Captain Mike is my nephew’s idol. He thinks that

Captain Mike walks on water. Anybody who enjoys boating will want to hear

about more “Boathouse TV” news. Looking forward to the next “Boathouse

TV” story.

M. GONDERMAN

Newport Beach

Glad to see you finally giving some column space for a local boy who has

found a niche that needs to be addressed. Captain Mike offers quality

information and clear instructions, all delivered in his easygoing,

articulate and quite often humorous style.

I would like to point out that as exciting as it is for Mike to be on the

brink of sharing his show on the national level, you should also mention

the books he has written, which are invaluable, particularly to the

novice boat enthusiast. Thanks again for the great news about Mike!

KAT PRICHARD

Newport Beach