I am a new Montgomery owner as well :) My boat is a 1985 M17, Hull #393 and her name is "Grace" Currently in Portland OR, but will launch her for the first time in the San Juan's mid September. I too look forward to a Montgomery gathering in the future! I appreciate the wonderful support, information and camaraderie of the Montgomery Owner's Group. Becky -----Original Message----- From: montgomery_boats-bounces@mailman.xmission.com [mailto:montgomery_boats-bounces@mailman.xmission.com] On Behalf Of Lpcorin Sent: Monday, August 05, 2013 9:18 PM To: montgomery_boats@mailman.xmission.com Subject: M_Boats: New owner of a M-17 Just wanted to say hi. I just purchased a 1979 M-17, Hull #302. I'm located on Whidbey Island, WA and I'm looking forward to getting the boat out on the water. I'm hoping to join the group sailing next summer, assuming that there'll be another gathering of Montgomerys. I really enjoyed the photos and video from this last June's outing in the San Juans and Gulf islands. Lenny Corin, Orli, #302 Sent from my iPad