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Degener (1973) reports that the practice of using Wiliwili wood for outriggers was abandoned because Hawaiians believed that sharks followed such canoes.
Chapter 25 1990
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Wiliwili has been planted as living fences (Degener 1940).
Chapter 25 1990
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"It's an extraordinary story and it shows that when you do find yourself in a situation like that it's important that you do take the right steps and that you are able to, you know, maintain that attitude of perseverance," said Degener.
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Stormy weather in the area was believed to have been responsible for the 4- to 6-foot waves that may have contributed to capsizing the boat, according to Petty Officer 3rd Class George Degener.
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George Degener, a spokesperson for the U.S. Coast Guard in Cleveland, Mich., said he's personally never seen anyone survive in Lake Huron for so long.
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Degener said it's not unheard of for people to survive for an extended period of time in the water at this time of year.
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Degener said the missing crew members could safely stay in the water for hours due to the warm temperatures.
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"It's an extraordinary story and it shows that when you do find yourself in a situation like that it's important that you do take the right steps and that you are able to, you know, maintain that attitude of perseverance," said Degener.
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The crew of a competing boat, Sociable, notified the Coast Guard early Monday that the 35-foot sailboat WingNuts capsized near the Fox islands, west of Charlevoix, during the Chicago Yacht Club's annual Race to Mackinac, Petty Officer George Degener said.
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George Degener, a spokesperson for the U.S. Coast Guard in Cleveland, Mich., said he's personally never seen anyone survive in Lake Huron for so long.
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