The Christening of

s/v  "Indian Summer"

Submitted by: Christie and John Brown     7.29.2003

John is about to break Champaign on the bow during the May 2003 Christening of Indian Summer as Christie watches.

In early June 2003, John and Christie Brown held a christening for their new (to them) Beneteau First 42.   John picked the name Indian Summer  for their sailboat's new name.  Christie added the Crane and the twig of Mountain Ash to round out the design and logo.  The Crane and the twig of Mountain Ash are from the medallion off John's Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians.

Symbolism:

Crane represents the eloquence of leadership and direction. The voice of the Crane is unique and infrequent. However, when Crane speaks, all listen. Crane is the spokesperson for the clans.

Mountain Ash Tree is the sacred tree of the Anishnabek (Indian People), noted for its medicine value. Its leaves, berries, and bark are used for medicines. The tree is able to survive in places where other trees cannot. The Mountain Ash is used as an example for strength, durability and strong character by the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians.

Aqua-green symbolizes plant life and growing things.

Indian Summer (First 42) in the Seward Harbor

with her new name and logo

John and Christie purchased the former 'Katmai' and became the first new WHSYC members of 2003.  With dreams of cruising within a few years, John and Christie can be found most weekends on the docks or on the Bay. John and Christie welcome you stop by to meet them and Indian Summer!