Wednesday, November 01, 2006

NOVEMBER 2006 NEWSLETTER

What’s New at Cast Your Anchor?

Hobby Show: Mark November 3rd 4th and 5th on your calendar. This year Cast Your Anchor is going to present a Pirate theme at the show. Each day of the show, the first 100 kids that visit our booth will be given a pirate flag. Remember, you don’t have to be small to be a kid!! We will also be giving away prizes. See us at the International Centre. Join us for a Tax Free Weekend!

Bluenose II: Cast Your Anchor has been able to obtain 37 pieces of the Bluenose II. In 1995, the Bluenose II Preservation Trust retrofitted some of the famous schooner. Contact Cast Your Anchor to see how you too can own a piece of true Canadian history.

No More Excuse Kit: If you could buy a kit that came with all the tools you need, glue, paint and a great instructional book, what could be better? How about if Cast Your Anchor gave you your money back (store credit) once you built the boat. Unbelievable!! Contact us for details.

They’re Back: Still a few left!! You saw them first at the Hobby Show in November. We have received another shipment of completed models. Great quality at a great price. These won’t last. Come in and check it out. Makes a great gift. Some of the ships are Le Soleil Royal, HMS Prince, Cutty Sark, Bluenose, Constitution, Victory, Endeavour and many more.

Nautical Gifts: Decorate your workshop. Cast Your Anchor is pleased to present new brass products. Compasses, chart readers, brass hooks, and much more. We even have ships bells.

Rockers? They are here!! You have heard of rocking horses. How about rocking boats, trains, cars and motorcycles. These rockers are made of solid hardwood and are exquisitely finished. Great for the little ones or for decorating your home. Motor Cycles are $130, boats and cars are $150 and trucks and trains are only $180. Seeing is believing.

Children’s Workshops: We will be build schooners, the Santa Maria and many other models. Contact the store if you would like your kids to experience the fun of ship model building.


What’s Coming

Kingston Road Santa Clause Parade: Cast Your Anchor is pleased to be a sponsor of Kingston Road’s first Santa Clause Parade. Mark Sunday November 12th on your calendar. Bring the kids down and join in the festivities. Great way to kick off the Christmas season

Adult Workshop: Our popular workshop will restart November 8 for the fall and winter session. Come in and build any model you want and take as long as you want to build it. The cost is only $150. The experience is priceless!!!

Model Registry: Cast Your Anchor is proposing to build a database of ship models that are built by our customers. Some of the information to be included would be the name of the builder, the owner, the year in which it was completed and some of the characteristics of the model. This database would be used to authenticate models. The model would be issued a certificate. The database would be managed by Cast Your Anchor and be archived within a nautical museum. Please indicate if you would like to have your model registered.

See you at the store

Tuesday, October 03, 2006

October 2006 Newsletter

October 2006 Newsletter


What’s New at Cast Your Anchor?

Pirates Invade Cast Your Anchor: Cast Your Anchor is involved in the Kingston Road Street Festival to be held Saturday October 14th . Come down to the store and meet the Pirate and his gorgeous Wench. All day long will be tax free. That’s right – Cast Your Anchor will pay the GST and PST. Free gifts for kids.

Hobby Show: Mark November 3rd 4th and 5th on your calendar. This year Cast Your Anchor is going to present a Pirate theme at the show. Each day of the show, the first 100 kids that visit our booth will be given a pirate flag. Remember, you don’t have to be small to be a kid!! We will also be giving away prizes and showing a Pirates of the Caribbean movie to keep the little ones amused. See us at the International Centre. Join us for a Tax Free Weekend!

Bluenose II: Cast Your Anchor has been able to obtain 37 pieces of the Bluenose II. In 1995, the Bluenose II Preservation Trust retrofitted some of the famous schooner. Contact Cast Your Anchor to see how you too can own a piece of true Canadian history.

No More Excuse Kit: If you could buy a kit that came with all the tools you need, glue, paint and a great instructional book, what could be better? How about if Cast Your Anchor gave you your money back (store credit) once you built the boat. Unbelievable!! Contact us for details.

They’re Back: Still a few left!! You saw them first at the Hobby Show in November. We have received another shipment of completed models. Great quality at a great price. These won’t last. Come in and check it out. Makes a great gift. Some of the ships are Le Soleil Royal, HMS Prince, Cutty Sark, Bluenose, Constitution, Victory, Endeavour and many more.

Nautical Gifts: Decorate your workshop. Cast Your Anchor is pleased to present new brass products. Compasses, chart readers, brass hooks, and much more. We even have ships bells.

What’s Coming

Kingston Road Santa Clause Parade: Cast Your Anchor is pleased to be a sponsor of Kingston Road’s first Santa Clause Parade. Mark Sunday November 12th on your calander. Bring the kids down and join in the festivities. Great way to kick off the Christmas season

Model Registry: Cast Your Anchor is proposing to build a database of ship models that are built by our customers. Some of the information to be included would be the name of the builder, the owner, the year in which it was completed and some of the characteristics of the model. This database would be used to authenticate models. The model would be issued a certificate. The database would be managed by Cast Your Anchor and be archived within a nautical museum. Please indicate if you would like to have your model registered.


Our customers make a difference. Please let us know if there is a particular activity or product that you would like us to consider. We truly appreciate the feedback that we have received so far and look forward to more of your excellent suggestions.

See you at the store

Tuesday, August 29, 2006

September 2006 Newsletter

September 2006 Newsletter


What’s New at Cast Your Anchor?

Bluenose II: In 1995, the Bluenose II Preservation Trust retrofitted some of the famous schooner. Come down to the store to see authentic parts of the Bluenose. These are truly pieces of Canadian history.

They’re Back: Still a few left!! You saw them first at the Hobby Show in November. We have received another shipment of completed models. Great quality at a great price. These won’t last. Come in and check it out. Makes a great gift. Some of the ships are Le Soleil Royal, HMS Prince, Cutty Sark, Bluenose, Constitution, Victory, Endeavour and many more.

Nautical Gifts: Decorate your workshop. Cast Your Anchor is pleased to present new brass products. Compasses, chart readers, brass hooks, and much more. We even have ships bells.

What’s Coming

Kingston Road Street Festival and Santa Parade: Cast Your Anchor is involved in the Kingston Road Street Festival to be held Saturday October 14th and the Kingston Road Santa Parade on November 12th. Please keep these dates in mind and come on down for some fun.

Hobby Show: Mark November 3rd 4th and 5th on your calendar. This year Cast Your Anchor is going to present a Pirate theme at the show. Each day of the show, the first 100 kids that visit our booth will be given a pirate flag. Remember, you don’t have to be small to be a kid!! We will also be giving away prizes and showing a Pirate s of the Caribbean movie to keep the little ones amused. More information to come.

Model Registry: Cast Your Anchor is proposing to build a database of ship models that are built by our customers. Some of the information to be included would be the name of the builder, the owner, the year in which it was completed and some of the characteristics of the model. This database would be used to authenticate models. The model would be issued a certificate. The database would be managed by Cast Your Anchor and be archived within a nautical museum. Please indicate if you would like to have your model registered.
Bulletin Board: Cast Your Anchor is pleased to offer a Bulletin Board for any club that is interested in advertising its events. Provide the details and we would be pleased to include it in our monthly newsletter. See below.

Our customers make a difference. Please let us know if there is a particular activity or product that you would like us to consider. We truly appreciate the feedback that we have received so far and look forward to more of your excellent suggestions.

See you at the store
MODEL CLUB BULLETIN BOARD

Sept 8-10, 2006 – Ontario Woodcarvers Assoc. – International Carvers Conference – Contact www.chippingaway.com.
Sept. 14 –19, 2006 - Ship Modeler’s Workshop – David Antscherl and David Nelson –
Contact senicy@yahoo.com.
Sept. 22, 2006 – Metro Marine Modellers Assoc. – General Meeting – Contact Charles Larking at 905-277-3938.

Wednesday, June 28, 2006

July 2006 Newsletter

July 2006 Newsletter


What’s New at Cast Your Anchor?

Toronto Offshore Super Series: The Offshore Super Series (OSS) powerboats are hitting Canadian waters for the first time ever! From July 14th to 16th, OSS teams will race along the shoreline of Ontario Place at speeds upwards of 190 kilometres per hour! And Cast Your Anchor will be there. Be sure to visit our booth in the SpeedZone Area.

Breaking News: Cast Your Anchor is
pleased to offer a Bulletin Board for any club that is interested in advertising its events. Provide the details and we would be pleased to include it in our monthly newsletter. See below.

Radio Control: The season is upon us!!! Come and check out our new line of books dealing with the radio control hobby. We are fully stocked on radio control sail and power boats. We support the Soling and Victoria class of sailing boats. We have a full range of parts, batteries and power supplies. Have questions? – our in store technician will be happy to help.

Kites: Ever seen a kite in the shape of a boat with sails and decorated as a pirate ship? Ever seen a 3 masted pirate ship with black sails? These are just a few of some of our unusual gifts. Come in and see our complete line of nautical gifts.

They’re Back: You saw them first at the Hobby Show in November. We have received another shipment of completed models. Great quality at a great price. These won’t last. Come in and check it out. Makes a great gift. Some of the ships are Le Soleil Royal, HMS Prince, Cutty Sark, Bluenose, Constitution, Victory, Endeavour and many more.


What’s Coming
Model Registry: Cast Your Anchor is proposing to build a database of ship models that are built by our customers. Some of the information to be included would be the name of the builder, the owner, the year in which it was completed and some of the characteristics of the model. This database would be used to authenticate models. The model would be issued a certificate. The database would be managed by Cast Your Anchor and be archived within a nautical museum. Please indicate if you would like to have your model registered.
Our customers make a difference. Please let us know if there is a particular activity or product that you would like us to consider. We truly appreciate the feedback that we have received so far and look forward to more of your excellent suggestions.

See you at the store



MODEL CLUB BULLETIN BOARD
July 9th, 2006 - Kawartha Marine Modellers – "Fun Float" at Riverview Park Mill Street, Bobcaygeon – Contact Dan at (705)738-1335
August 12th, 2006 – Barrie Model Yacht Club – Groves Cup Tugboat Regatta – New Lowell – Contact Gary at (705)444-8860.
Sept 8-10, 2006 – Ontario Woodcarvers Assoc. – International Carvers Conference – Contact www.chippingaway.com.

Tuesday, May 02, 2006

May 2006 Newsletter

May 2006 Newsletter


What’s New at Cast Your Anchor?

Breaking News: Cast Your Anchor is pleased to offer ship model kits at par with the US dollars. Unbelievable!! In addition our supplier has a sale on selected models. If you have been thinking about buying a ship model kit, now is the time. This offer is good until the end of June. Please contact the store for specific information.

Radio Control: The season is upon us!!! Come and check out our new line of books dealing with the radio control hobby. We are fully stocked on radio control sail and power boats. We support the Soling and Victoria class of sailing boats. We have a full range of parts, batteries and power supplies. Have questions? – our in store technician will be happy to help.

They’re Back: You saw them first at the Hobby Show in November. We have received another shipment of completed models. Great quality at a great price. These won’t last. Come in and check it out. Makes a great gift. Some of the ships are Le Soleil Royal, HMS Prince, Cutty Sark, Bluenose, Constitution, Victory, Endeavour and many more.

Adult Workshop: The interest is very high so we decided to run the workshop every Wednesday ALL YEAR ROUND. Come in and build any model you want and take as long as you want to build it. The cost is only $150. The experience is priceless!!! Do you know someone that is confined but is into the hobby?? Our roving instructor will be happy to pay a visit and help with issues or simply critique the builders work. Contact the store to set up an appointment.

Restoration: Cast Your Anchor is heavily involved in the repair and restoration of both static and radio control models. There is always a challenge waiting for us on our work benches.

What’s Coming

Spring Festival: Be sure to mark JUNE 3 on your calendar. Cast Your Anchor will be participating in the annual spring festival on Kingston road in the Upper Beaches. Experience live music, kids games, and much more. We will be having a great door crasher sale. Action starts at 10am. Come down and have fun.

Marine Museum: If you are interested in helping us to re-establish the Toronto Marine Museum, please contact the store. The City of Toronto is willing to lend us their artifacts and we are actively looking for a location. Let us know if you would like to become involved.

Our customers make a difference. Please let us know if there is a particular activity or product that you would like us to consider. We truly appreciate the feedback that we have received so far and look forward to more of your excellent suggestions.

See you at the store

Monday, April 03, 2006

Aprill 2006 Newsletter

What’s New at Cast Your Anchor?

Rockers? They are here!! You have heard of rocking horses. How about rocking boats, trains, cars and motorcycles. These rockers are made of solid hardwood and are exquisitely finished. Great for the little ones or for decorating your home. Motor Cycles are $130, boats and cars are $150 and trucks and trains are only $180. Seeing is believing.

Radio Control: The season is upon us!!! Come and check out our new line of books dealing with the radio control hobby. We are fully stocked on radio control sail and power boats. We support the Soling and Victoria class of sailing boats. We have a full range of parts, batteries and power supplies. Have questions? – our in store technician will be happy to help.

Web Site: Our reference library is up and running and is already out of date. We have a new line of ship modeling books now in stock. Remember to tune into www.castyouranchor.ca.
Forum: Cast Your Anchor has begun setting up an on line forum in order to connect all of our customers. We have very interesting discussions during our in house workshops on techniques etc and would like to encourage all of our customers to participate in these discussions.

Adult Workshop: The interest is very high so we decided to run the workshop every Wednesday ALL YEAR ROUND. Come in and build any model you want and take as long as you want to build it. The cost is only $150. The experience is priceless!!! Do you know someone that is confined but is into the hobby?? Our roving instructor will be happy to pay a visit and help with issues or simply critique the builders work. Contact the store to set up an appointment.

Restoration: Cast Your Anchor is heavily involved in the repair and restoration of both static and radio control models. There is always a challenge waiting for us on our work benches.

What’s Coming

Finished Models: Back by popular demand. Instant gratification for those of us with a penchant for all things nautical. Available at great prices next month.

Marine Museum: If you are interested in helping us to re-establish the Toronto Marine Museum, please contact the store. The City of Toronto is willing to lend us their artifacts and we are actively looking for a location. Let us know if you would like to become involved.

Our customers make a difference. Please let us know if there is a particular activity or product that you would like us to consider. We truly appreciate the feedback that we have received so far and look forward to more of your excellent suggestions.

See you at the store

Thursday, March 09, 2006

March 2006 Newsletter

March 2006 Newsletter


What’s New at Cast Your Anchor?

Canadian Home Workshop Show: Last weekend Cast Your Anchor participated in this trade show at the Toronto Congress Centre. It was great to see many of our customers at the show and watch all of the hands on exhibits especially the Kids Corner.

March Break: Once again Cast Your Anchor is pleased to offer Children’s Workshops during the March break. We will be build schooners, the Santa Maria and many other models. Contact the store if you would like your kids to experience the fun of ship model building.

Web Site: Our reference library is up and running and is already out of date. We have a new line of ship modeling books now in stock. Remember to tune into www.castyouranchor.ca.

Forum: Cast Your Anchor has begun setting up an on line forum in order to connect all of our customers. We have very interesting discussions during our in house workshops on techniques etc and would like to encourage all of our customers to participate in these discussions.

Adult Workshop: The interest is very high so we decided to run the workshop every Wednesday ALL YEAR ROUND. Come in and build any model you want and take as long as you want to build it. The cost is only $150. The experience is priceless!!! Do you know someone that is confined but is into the hobby?? Our roving instructor will be happy to pay a visit and help with issues or simply critique the builders work. Contact the store to set up an appointment.

Radio Control: Come and check out our new line of books dealing with the radio control hobby. We are fully stocked on radio control sail and power boats. We support the Soling and Victoria class of sailing boats. We have a full range of parts, batteries and power supplies. Have questions? – our in store technician will be happy to help.

Restoration: Cast Your Anchor is heavily involved in the repair and restoration of both static and radio control models. There is always a challenge waiting for us on our work benches.

What’s Coming

Rockers? The deal was to good to pass up! You have heard of rocking horses. How about rocking boats, trains, cars and motorcycles. These rockers are made of maple and are exquisitely finished. Available later this month.

Finished Models: Ok, another good deal that was too good to pass up. Beautifully finished models from offshore will be available next month at the store. Instant gratification for those of us with a penchant for all things nautical.

Marine Museum: If you are interested in helping us to re-establish the Toronto Marine Museum, please contact the store. The City of Toronto is willing to lend us their artifacts and we are actively looking for a location. Let us know if you would like to become involved.

Our customers make a difference. Please let us know if there is a particular activity or product that you would like us to consider. We truly appreciate the feedback that we have received so far and look forward to more of your excellent suggestions.

See you at the store

Monday, January 30, 2006

February 2006 Newsletter

What’s New at Cast Your Anchor?

New Products: Cast Your Anchor is pleased to announce that it has added over 300 new items to its inventory. New tools to help you in the construction of your model, reference books and much more. Come in and check us out.

Web Site: We are revamping our web site. It will include our reference library, additional helpful hints and a tool guide and of course all of our new products. Remember to tune into www.castyouranchor.ca.

Adult Workshop: We’ve made some changes!
The interest is very high so we decided to run the workshop every Wednesday ALL YEAR ROUND. Come in and build any model you want and take as long as you want to build it. The cost is only $150. The experience is priceless!!! Do you know someone that is confined but is into the hobby?? Our roving instructor will be happy to pay a visit and help with issues or simply critique the builders work. Contact the store to set up an appointment.

Radio Control: Come and check out our new line of books dealing with the radio control hobby. We are fully stocked on radio control sail and power boats. We support the Soling and Victoria class of sailing boats. We have a full range of parts, batteries and power supplies. Have questions? – our in store technician will be happy to help.

What’s Coming

Research Library: Cast Your Anchor has established an in store research library for the use of our customers. Vendor catalogues, how to build books and other nautical related books are yours to enjoy. Our ability to research your obscure questions is growing. Come in and test us!!!

Marine Museum: If you are interested in helping us to re-establish the Toronto Marine Museum, please contact the store. The City of Toronto is willing to lend us their artifacts and we are actively looking for a location. Let us know if you would like to become involved.

Weekend on the Bluenose II: Are you interested in spending a weekend in Lunenburg with the highlight being a sail on the historic Bluenose II. If you are interested in joining our group please give us a call or drop into the store.





Our customers make a difference. Please let us know if there is a particular activity or product that you would like us to consider. We truly appreciate the feedback that we have received so far and look forward to more of your excellent suggestions.


See you at the store

Monday, December 05, 2005

Tool Packages

Tool Packages

Listed below are suggested tool packages that the new modeler would find useful. Start off by looking around your home for tools that you already have. The builder will need items like tweezers and clothespins. You can also make up jigs for tasks like bending wood or holding the model in place while you are working on it.

Silver Package

Miter box and saw set For straight or angled cuts for planking $21.95
Hobby knife General purpose $ 2.95
Wood Glue $ 4.49

Total $29.39


Gold Package

Rigging Glue For gluing unlike materials and rigging $ 9.95
Set of Files Use for reaming out various holes $32.95
Hammer Small jewelers type $ 6.95
Tweezers Pointed $ 6.95
Hobby Knife Grip handle $ 9.95
#11 Blades Package of 15 $ 6.95
Clamps Set of 6 spring clamps $ 5.95
Plank former Use to get proper shape of planks $34.95
Spiral drill Used to hold smallest of drill bits $ 9.95
Drill bits Set of three, .014",.025", .031" $ 8.97
Paint brushes Also use for glue application – pkg. of 15 $14.95

Total $148.47

Platinum Package

Right angled ruler Squaring bulkheads to keel $14.95
Long sanding block Use to form bulkheads $21.95
Nailer Accurate placement of nails $22.95
Electric plank bender Used to get proper shape of planks $49.95
Planking clamp set Hold planks to bulkheads $23.95
Keel Klamper Holding ship during construction $89.95

Total $223.70

Tuesday, November 29, 2005

December 2005 Newsletter

December 2005 Newsletter

HAPPY HOLIDAYS

Cast Your Anchor wishes all of our customers a wonderful holiday.

What’s New at Cast Your Anchor?

Midday Madness: Join us Sunday December 4th for Cast Your Anchor’s first NO TAX DAY. You heard us right! For one day only, Cast Your Anchor will pay all taxes for you. What a great Christmas present! We also have a gift for every kid that walks through our doors. Come out and save big!!!
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Adult Workshop: We’ve made some changes!

The interest is very high so we decided to run the workshop every Wednesday ALL YEAR ROUND. Come in and build any model you want and take as long as you want to build it. The cost is only $150. The experience is priceless!!! Do you know someone that is confined but is into the hobby?? Our roving instructor will be happy to pay a visit and help with issues or simply critique the builders work. Contact the store to set up an appointment.

Radio Control:

Come and check out our new line of books dealing with the radio control hobby. We are fully stocked on radio control sail and power boats. We support the Soling and Victoria class of sailing boats. We have a full range of parts, batteries and power supplies. Have questions? – our in store technician will be happy to help.

Nautical Gifts:

Terrific prices on model ships, brass compasses, thermometers, pirate paraphernalia, books, puzzles, toys, nautical art and crafts products and much much more. Everything nautical!!


What’s Coming

Research Library:

Cast Your Anchor is establishing an in store research library for the use of our customers. Vendor catalogues, how to build books and other nautical related books are yours to enjoy. Our ability to research your obscure questions is growing. Come in and test us!!!

Christmas:

In addition to the great selection of products at great prices, we also offer Gift Certificates for those of you that haven’t quite made up your mind yet. Come and join us in the store for some Christmas cheer!!!

New Products:

You have told us what you want. Every month next year we will introduce new products at introductory prices. Tools, static kits only available in Europe and much more. Watch for our January newsletter.

Our customers make a difference. Please let us know if there is a particular activity or product that you would like us to consider. We truly appreciate the feedback that we have received so far and look forward to more of your excellent suggestions.


See you at the store

Tuesday, October 25, 2005

November 2005 Newsletter

November 2005 Newsletter

What’s New at Cast Your Anchor?
Toronto Hobby Show: It’s time for the big show!! November 4th, 5th, and 6th at the International Centre on Airport Road. Check out booths 15 and 16. We will have a static workshop and demonstrations on radio control installation. Save big time on you winter project. Kits at great prices. Save up to 50% and remember that during the show there are no taxes!!! See you there.
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Adult Workshop: We’ve made some changes!
The interest is very high so we decided to run the workshop every Wednesday ALL YEAR ROUND. Come in and build any model you want and take as long as you want to build it. The cost is only $150. The experience is priceless!!! Do you know someone that is confined but is into the hobby?? Our roving instructor will be happy to pay a visit and help with issues or simply critique the builders work. Contact the store to set up an appointment.

Radio Control: Come and check out our new line of books dealing with the radio control hobby. We are fully stocked on radio control sail and power boats. We support the Soling and Victoria class of sailing boats. We have a full range of parts, batteries and power supplies. Have questions? – our in store technician will be happy to help.

Birthday Party: Call us crazy but we hosted sixteen 9 year old children in the store for a birthday party. The kids had a great time and ended up taking home something that looked like a boat. Contact the store if you would like us to host a Birthday Party.

Nautical Gifts: Our line of nautical gifts has now been established. Brass compasses, thermometers, pirate paraphernalia, books, puzzles, toys, nautical art and crafts products and much much more. Come in and check us out.

Wanted: Cast Your Anchor would like any nautical antiques. These will be handled on a consignment basis. There is a big demand for old sailors and sailing stuff. Let us know if you have anything you want to sell.

What’s Coming

Research Library: Cast Your Anchor is establishing an in store research library for the use of our customers. Vendor catalogues, how to build books and other nautical related books are yours to enjoy. Our ability to research your obscure questions is growing. Come in and test us!!!

Christmas: In addition to the great selection of products at great prices, we also offer Gift Certificates for those of you that haven’t quite made up your mind yet. Come and join us in the store for some Christmas cheer!!!

Competition and Exhibition: Cast Your Anchor is interested to know of any modelers who would like to enter their ship in a competition. This competition would be geared to intermediate kit builders. A suitable venue and prizes would be arranged by Cast Your Anchor should there be enough interest. Please contact the store.


Our customers make a difference. Please let us know if there is a particular activity or product that you would like us to consider. We truly appreciate the feedback that we have received so far and look forward to more of your excellent suggestions.


See you at the store

Thursday, September 08, 2005

September 2005 Newsletter

September 2005 NEWSLETTER

What’s New at Cast Your Anchor?

Toronto Life Magazine: Look for the September issue coming to a newsstand near you. Learn about what Cast Your Anchor has to offer and view a model from the Pothier Collection.

Kingston Road Fall Festival: Be part of our annual event on Kingston Road. Saturday October 1, 2005. Games for kids, street musicians, and much more. Great time to check out our selection of Pirate paraphernalia.

Adult Workshop: We’ve made some changes!
The interest is very high so we decided to run the workshop every Wednesday ALL YEAR ROUND. Come in and build any model you want and take as long as you want to build it. The cost is only $150. The experience is priceless!!!

Radio Control: Come and check out our new line of books dealing with the radio control hobby. We are fully stocked on radio control sail and power boats. We support the Soling and Victoria class of sailing boats. We have a full range of parts, batteries and power supplies. Have questions? – our in store technician will be happy to help.

Wanted: Cast Your Anchor would like any nautical antiques. These will be handled on a consignment basis. There is a big demand for old sailors and sailing stuff. Let us know if you have anything you want to sell.

What’s Coming

Research Library: Cast Your Anchor is establishing an in store research library for the use of our customers. Vendor catalogues, how to build books and other nautical related books are yours to enjoy.

Hobby Show: Mark November 4th 5th and 6th on your calendar for the annual Hobby Show at the International Centre. We will have both static and radio control demonstration. Stay tuned for more information.

Competition and Exhibition: Cast Your Anchor is interested to know of any modelers who would like to enter their ship in a competition. This competition would be geared to intermediate kit builders. A suitable venue and prizes would be arranged by Cast your Anchor should there be enough interest. Please contact the store.


Our customers make a difference. Please let us know if there is a particular activity or product that you would like us to consider. We truly appreciate the feedback that we have received so far and look forward to more of your excellent suggestions.


See you at the store

Wednesday, August 03, 2005

August Newsletter

AUGUST 2005 NEWSLETTER
What’s New at Cast Your Anchor?

Adult Workshop: We’ve made some changes!
The interest is very high so we decided to run the workshop every Wednesday ALL YEAR ROUND. Come in and build any model you want and take as long as you want to build it. The cost is only $150. The experience is priceless!!!

Specials: We are offering a hardwood tool chest for only $89.95 and the Artesania Latina kit San Giovanni Battista 1668 for only $199.95. Both of these specials offer significant savings of as much as 50%.

Radio Control: Come and check out our new line of books dealing with the radio control hobby. We are fully stocked on radio control sail and power boats. We support the Soling and Victoria class of sailing boats. We have a full range of parts, batteries and power supplies. Have questions? – our in store technician will be happy to help.

Lakeshore Boulevard Yatching Club: Join us August 13 to witness the fifth annual Victoria Class Regatta. Over 40 entrants are expected from across North America. If you have ever been interested in Radio Controlled sailing this will be a great event to take in.

Wanted: Cast Your Anchor would like any nautical antiques. These will be handled on a consignment basis. There is a big demand for old sailors and sailing stuff. Let us know if you have anything you want to sell.

Did You Know: If you have a kit under your bed and you are just not motivated to assemble it, we will sell it for you. If you treat us right, our commissions are very reasonable. Bring your unwanted kits in.



What’s Coming

Toronto Life Magazine: Look for the September issue coming to a newsstand near you. Learn about what Cast Your Anchor has to offer and view a model from the Pothier Collection.
Hobby Show: Mark November 4th 5th and 6th on your calendar for the annual Hobby Show at the International Centre. We will have both static and radio control demonstration. Stay tuned for more information.

Competition and Exhibition: Cast Your Anchor is interested to know of any modelers who would like to enter their ship in a competition. This competition would be geared to intermediate kit builders. A suitable venue and prizes would be arranged by Cast your Anchor should there be enough interest. Please contact the store.


Our customers make a difference. Please let us know if there is a particular activity or product that you would like us to consider. We truly appreciate the feedback that we have received so far and look forward to more of your excellent suggestions.


See you at the store

Tuesday, July 05, 2005

Jully 2005 Newsletter

JULY 2005 NEWSLETTER


What’s New at Cast Your Anchor?


Adult Workshop: We’ve made some changes!
The interest is very high so we decided to run the workshop every Wednesday ALL YEAR ROUND. Come in and build any model you want and take as long as you want to build it. The cost is only $150. The experience is priceless!!!

Specials: We are offering a hardwood tool chest for only $89.95 and the Artesania Latina kit San Giovanni Battista 1668 for only $199.95. Both of these specials offer significant savings of as much as 50%.

Radio Control: Come and check out our new line of books dealing with the radio control hobby. We are fully stocked on radio control sail and power boats. We support the Soling and Victoria class of sailing boats. We have a full range of parts, batteries and power supplies. Have questions? – our in store technician will be happy to help.

Assembly: Want a radio control boat but not sure if you can assemble it? Let our professional in-house technician do the work for you so that you can enjoy the boat quickly.

Wanted: Cast Your Anchor would like any nautical antiques. These will be handled on a consignment basis. There is a big demand for old sailors and sailing stuff. Let us know if you have anything you want to sell.

Did You Know: If you have a kit under your bed and you are just not motivated to assemble it, we will sell it for you. If you treat us right, our commissions are very reasonable. Bring your unwanted kits in.








What’s Coming

Lakeshore Boulevard Yacht Club: Join us August 13 to witness the first annual Victoria Class Regatta. Over 40 entrants are expected from across North America. If you have ever been interested in Radio Controlled sailing this will be a great event to take in.
Toronto Life Magazine: Look for the September issue coming to a newsstand near you. Learn about what Cast Your Anchor has to offer and view a model from the Pothier Collection.

Competition and Exhibition: Cast Your Anchor is interested to know of any modelers who would like to enter their ship in a competition. This competition would be geared to intermediate kit builders. A suitable venue and prizes would be arranged by Cast your Anchor should there be enough interest. Please contact the store.


Our customers make a difference. Please let us know if there is a particular activity or product that you would like us to consider. We truly appreciate the feedback that we have received so far and look forward to more of your excellent suggestions.


See you at the store

Wednesday, June 01, 2005

JUNE 2005 NEWSLETTER

Don’t Forget Fathers Day June 19!!!

What’s New at Cast Your Anchor?


Adult Workshop: We’ve made some changes!

The interest is very high so we decided to run the workshop every Wednesday ALL YEAR ROUND. Come in and build any model you want and take as long as you want to build it. Our instructor is very skilled but sometimes the humour is a bit overwhelming.
Specials: We are offering a hardwood tool chest for only $89.95 and the Artesania Latina kit San Giovanni Battista 1668 for only $199.95. Both of these specials offer significant savings of as much as 50%. Great Fathers Day Gifts!

Radio Control: Come and check out our new line of books dealing with the radio control hobby.

We are fully stocked on radio control sail and power boats. We support the Soling and Victoria class of sailing boats. We have a full range of parts, batteries and power supplies. Have questions? – our in store technician will be happy to help.


Kingston Road Spring Festival:

Join us at the store Saturday June 4th to experience all that the upper beaches offers. Live musicians, street performers, children’s games and other special attractions and surprises. The surprise is out - meet the FIRE FIGHTER CALANDER GUYS at the store. Come and enjoy the sunny day.

World’s Longest Street Festival:

If you miss us Saturday, join us Sunday June 5th on Yonge Street in Aurora. There will be 500 vendors, corner bands, classic cars, buskers and clowns, food, games and rides. Come out and have a great time.
Win a Radio Control Sail Boat: Cast Your Anchor, in conjunction with Licks Restaurants will be holding a draw for a fully decked out radio control power boat "Zig Zag Racer" We are also offering a 15% discount on all of our nautical gifts. Watch for this promotion coming in June 4th.





What’s Coming

Radio Control: The staff of Cast Your Anchor have had enough of the indoors. We will be demonstrating some of the sail and power boats that we carry. Check the store for details on day and location during the summer months.

Competition and Exhibition: Cast Your Anchor is interested to know of any modelers who would like to enter their ship in a competition. This competition would be geared to intermediate kit builders. A suitable venue and prizes would be arranged by Cast your Anchor should there be enough interest. Please contact the store.


Our customers make a difference. Please let us know if there is a particular activity or product that you would like us to consider. We truly appreciate the feedback that we have received so far and look forward to more of your excellent suggestions.


See you at the store

Thursday, April 28, 2005

May 2005 Newletter

We really need rain!!!!


What’s New at Cast Your Anchor?

Model Transportation Expo: Join us Saturday April 30th and Sunday May 1 at the Victoria Park Armories in Lindsay Ontario. Radio control in water display and much much more. See us for details.

Adult Workshop: A group of very enthusiaitic model builders are beavering away producing the Bluenose II. We are all having a great time and their models are taking great shape. Let us know if you want to join us in the fall for the next build. We’ll be building the Sanson Tugboat. The class is filling up quickly.

Radio Control: Come and check out our new line of books dealing with the radio control hobby. We are fully stocked on radio control sail and power boats. We support the Soling and Victoria class of sailing boats. We have a full range of parts, batteries and power supplies. Have questions? – our in store technician will be happy to help.

Nautical Gifts: Just in! For the boating enthusiast, a great selection of nautical gifts. For use onboard or for home display. Come and see our selection.

Nautical Toys: Terrific selection of nautical toys for kids. Come and see our huge Pirate selection. We have the makings for a Pirate Birthday party. Jolly Roger flags, eye patches, tattoos, pencils and much more.

What’s Coming

Kingston Road Spring Festival: Join us at the store Saturday June 4th to experience all that the upper beaches offers. Live musicians, street performers, children’s games and other special attractions and surprises. Come and enjoy the sunny day.

World’s Longest Street Festival: If you miss us Saturday, join us Sunday June 5th on Yonge Street in Aurora. There will be 500 vendors, corner bands, classic cars, buskers and clowns, food, games and rides. Come out and have a great time.

Win a Radio Control Sail Boat: Cast Your Anchor, in conjunction with Licks Restaurants will be holding a draw for a fully decked out radio control power boat “Zig Zag Racer” Watch for this promotion coming in June.

Competition and Exhibition: Cast Your Anchor is interested to know of any modelers who would like to enter their ship in a competition. This competition would be geared to intermediate kit builders. A suitable venue and prizes would be arranged by Cast your Anchor should there be enough interest. Please contact the store.


Our customers make a difference. Please let us know if there is a particular activity or product that you would like us to consider. We truly appreciate the feedback that we have received so far and look forward to more of your excellent suggestions.


See you at the store

Thursday, March 31, 2005

April 2005 Newletter

Yahoo!!! Spring is here –boating season is about to start.

What’s New at Cast Your Anchor?

Appraisal Service: Cast Your Anchor provides the only appraisal service in Canada for ship models. Cast Your Anchor is a member of the Nautical Research Guild. Our appraisals are used for insurance and market purposes.

April Promotion: During the Month of March, we will give you a free gift card with every kit purchased. No need to spend more time shopping! And as always, Cast Your Anchor offers a free gift wrapping service.

Just the Numbers: In stock: 30 different radio control sail and power boats, 70 different static kits, 5000 fittings in every scale, 1000 specialized tools. You will not find a better selection of nautical modeling products in Canada.

Adult Workshop: A group of very enthusiaitic model builders are beavering away producing the Bluenose II. We are all having a great time and their models are taking great shape. Let us know if you want to join us in the fall for the next build. We’ll be building the Sanson Tugboat.

Radio Control: Come and check out our new line of books dealing with the radio control hobby. We are fully stocked on radio control sail and power boats. We support the Soling and Victoria class of sailing boats. We have a full range of parts, batteries and power supplies. Have questions? – our in store technician will be happy to help.

Nautical Gifts: Just in! For the boating enthusiast, a great selection of nautical gifts. For use onboard or for home display. Come and see our selection.

What’s Coming

Model Transportation Expo: Join us Saturday April 30th and Sunday May 1 at the Victoria Park Armories in Lindsay Ontario. Radio control in water display and much much more. See us for details.

Win a Radio Control Sail Boat: Cast Your Anchor, in conjunction with Licks Restaurants will be holding a draw for a fully decked out radio control power boat “Zig Zag Racer” Watch for this promotion coming in May.

Competition and Exhibition: Cast Your Anchor is interested to know of any modelers who would like to enter their ship in a competition. This competition would be geared to intermediate kit builders. A suitable venue and prizes would be arranged by Cast your Anchor should there be enough interest. Please contact the store.

Our customers make a difference. Please let us know if there is a particular activity or product that you would like us to consider. We truly appreciate the feedback that we have received so far and look forward to more of your excellent suggestions.

See you at the store

Friday, February 18, 2005

March 2005 Newsletter

What’s New at Cast Your Anchor?

Children’s Workshop’s: During the March school break introduce your children to the wonderful world of model boat building. New easy build wooden boats, boats that can be used in the swimming pool and Bluenose schooner types for static display are just some of your choices. Contact the store for details

March Promotion: During the Month of March, we will give you a hobby knife with every kit purchased so that you can get right to work when you get home.

Just the Numbers: In stock: 30 different radio control sail and power boats, 70 different static kits, 5000 fittings in every scale, 1000 specialized tools. You will not find a better selection of nautical modeling products in Canada.

Adult Workshop: A group of very enthusiaitic model builders are beavering away producing the Bluenose II. We are all having a great time and their models are taking great shape. Let us know if you want to join us in the fall for the next build.

Radio Control: We are fully stocked on radio control sail and power boats. We support the Soling and Victoria class of sailing boats. We have a full range of parts, batteries and power supplies. Have questions? – our in store technician will be happy to help.

Nautical Gifts: For the boating enthusiast, a nice range of nautical gifts. For use onboard or for home display. Come and see our selection.

What’s Coming

Model Transportation Expo: Join us Saturday April 30th and Sunday May 1 at the Victoria Park Armories in Lindsay Ontario. Radio control in water display and much much more. See us for details.

Win a Radio Control Sail Boat: Cast Your Anchor, in conjunction with Licks Restaurants will be holding a draw for a fully decked out radio control sailboat “Odyssey” Watch for this promotion coming in May.

Our customers make a difference. Please let us know if there is a particular activity or product that you would like us to consider. We truly appreciate the feedback that we have received so far and look forward to more of your excellent suggestions.

See you at the store!

Monday, November 22, 2004

Cast Your Anchor opens web site!

You can now shop for your favorite hobby and modeling ship products online. Our web site is now available to take your order.Model Ships, Hobby and Modeling supply shop located in Toronto, Canada. From Viking Boats to Great Tall Ships splendid romantic architectural detailing. A Mariners nautical delight!At Cast Your Anchor you will find a collection of model ships and boat kits to satisfy the beginnner or the master modeler.We carry Toronto's largest supply of wood, metals, modeling tools, books, paints, fittings, and rigging to satisfy any modelers needs.

Tuesday, September 28, 2004

News Release - Deputy Mayor officiates Grand Opening

News Release September 28, 2004
For Immediate Release

Deputy Mayor, Sandra Bussin to Officiate at Opening of Unique Hobby Store in Upper Beaches

Toronto, Ontario – Cast your Anchor announces its official opening as Canada’s only centre dedicated to the nautical hobby of shipbuilding. The Deputy Mayor will cut the ribbon at the opening ceremonies at 1pm Saturday October 2, 2004. Held in conjunction with the Kingston Road Harvest Festival which is in its 10th year and expected to attract well over 4000 people, there will be an appearance by the Toronto Argonaut Cheerleaders. Our “Talking Parrot” contest will also be introduced. “Cast Your Anchor is very excited to deliver the only hobby store in Canada dedicated to the art of nautical modeling”.

About Cast Your Anchor

Cast Your Anchor is a one-of-a-kind hobby store focused on ship modeling. In addition to carrying the largest inventory of kits, tools and fittings in Canada, we offer workshops geared to all levels of interest and skill.

For further information: Wray Hodgson 416-686-8529 990 Kingston Road Toronto, Ontario, Canada