Story
This fishboat, general was built in 1955 by Matsumoto & Sons Shipyards Ltd. in Dollarton, BC.
Historical Notes
Jody Goffic (Email to Nauticapedia 23/12/2021) stated "While owned by Greg Smith, the vessel sank at her berth in Haisla (Kitimat Village) in February of 2018. The vessel was salvaged by Wainwright Marine and Adams Diving, under contract by CCG Environmental Response. Vessel was deconstructed and disposed several months later at Wainwright Marine in Prince Rupert."
Owners & Masters
In 1955-1968 she was owned by Andrew C. Christiansen (MO), New Westminster BC Canada.
In 1968-1969 she was owned by Olaf J. Wick (MO), North Surrey BC Canada.
In 1969-1977 she was owned by Wick Fishing Ltd., Vancouver BC Canada.
In 1977-1986 she was owned by Reginald R. Smith, Kitimat BC Canada.
In 1987-1997 she was owned by Hannah E. Smith, Kitimat BC Canada.
In 2001-2020 she was owned by Greg Smith, Kitimat BC Canada.
Repower
Repowered in 1968 with a 325bhp turbo-charged diesel engine by Caterpillar Tractor Corp.
References
- Canada List of Shipping
- heritage.canadiana.ca ↗
- Jody Goffic (Email to Nauticapedia 23/12/2021)
