It’s that time of year when thoughts turn to boating and being on the bay. If this year is anything like last year, not only will it be tough to find a boat for sale - and you thought only finding a house was difficult – but slips and dock space are also at a premium. Gas prices may put a damper on extended cruises, yet judging from the number of boats already in the water and marina activity, this will be a busy boating year. Here Fernando Santos buffs the Gold’n C’s at Pleasure Maria in Oakland Beach. She was set to be launched this week. (Warwick Beacon photo)