Max Oudendag took a few minutes last fall to talk about being a Kindred local. 10 years ago Max was pivotal in turning our board-building hobby into a livelihood. He gave us a boost at exactly the right moment by requesting our first ever paid commissioned build! He reinforced our hunch that people would be interested in buying custom or small-batch exceptional rides that reflect the rider - and double as beautiful artwork. For more than a decade Max has been underpinning the foundation of our community. He does this by investing time, energy and heart into sports, events and small business here on Vancouver Island. If there is something cool going on around here, you can bet Max is part of it. He is an expert at bringing people together through projects and to our humbled delight he includes Kindred at every opportunity. This year has seen in-person events cancelled. We’ve all been searching for ways to uplift each other and preserve our sense of interconnection. How many sidewalk conversations about gardening did you have with your neighbours this year? Have you taken up new outdoor sports hobbies? In the face of tough times people are turning to nature and many are satisfying a craving for carefully-crafted goods that facilitate a life well-lived. Choosing outdoor recreation and shopping with small businesses is an empowering way to strengthen our communities. Max made this realization long before the pandemic hit. His actions over the past decade have had a trailblazing and lasting effect that we see very clearly. Three cheers for Max! Give this guy a high five below or an elbow bump next time you see him. If there is a “Max” in your own community, keep your eyes on what they’re up to and show them some love. Thanks to Ivan from Visual Inclination for capturing these interviews: https://visualinclination.com/

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45 Fish in 45 Seconds. 2022 My Year in Review! These are a few of the fish I caught in the 2022 year! Can't wait to start 2023 and see what this year has in store!

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At Hinckley Yacht Services, we believe time on the water is a precious commodity and we strive to maximize that time for you. We are proud to service all makes and models of boats at all 9 of our service locations. At our location in Southeast Florida, we recently broke ground on an additional Category 5 storm-rated storage facility tailored to the local environment that will open next summer. This world-class infrastructure is designed to provide peace of mind in the off-season knowing your boat is secured until she’s ready to make her grand grand debut when you’re ready to get back on the water. . To experience the legendary service that Hinckley Yacht owners have known since 1928, please contact us at one of our world class service locations. www.hinckleyyachts.com

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https://www.instagram.com/pie_marine/ https://www.piemarine.com https://www.facebook.com/piemarine/ DESIGN, COMFORT & LUXURY Whether it be the cockpit, salon, or living spaces, a design that is focused on creating inviting and relaxing environments is an important part of each OE yacht. Our interiors surround you and your guests with beautiful textures, plenty of natural light, and the finest materials and finishes.

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