themaritimesociety.org | Lose Pounds and Inches While Enjoying Coastal Life

Many high speed internet providers have chose not to lay down broadband infrastructure in the rural regions of the U.S. including some areas of the Merrimack Valley region. But there is still hope. You may have more broadband options than you think. One of the best solutions if you are enjoying the coastline but would like to get connected with the world is to purchase a wireless card for your laptop. If you are thinking of a more permanent option you may even consider looking into a satellite ISP.

While this idea that living on the coast makes you stronger may sound silly, when you take into consideration the many things martimers must endure for the coastal lifestyle, you might change your tune.  Could it be that living near the water forces people to stay in shape because they know every weekend is potentially a beach weekend?  Might it be that sailing or canoeing require a lot of upper body strength.  Your guess is as good as mine. 

By now it is probably scientific fact but isn’t there just something somewhat theraputic about spending the day next to a body of water?  Wether you are sailing or simply lying on the beach with your chizzled abs, the sounds of the water simply soothe all your stress away.  For many people who live away from the coast lines, this may seem strange but I can make a virtual bet that if by chance they should venture out to the coast, they’ll discover an oasis that never ends.

If you grew up early in America’s history, the chances are that you lived in very close proximity to the sea.  This was simply because for all practical purposes, travel and the movement of goods and services at that time was very archaic. The Maritime Society museum focuses your attention on this fact and offers an educational display sure the enlightened those who come. While it may appear to be a laid back lifestyle, maritime living did require work which is what we today would call modern day exercise.  No need for diets back then, the sweat of your brow is what brought about the shedding of unwanted pounds. These folks did not have access to sites like Medifast or weight watchers.

Custom House Maritime Museum: 25 Water Street, 978-462-8681. Housed in the restored 1835 granite Custom House, the museum exhibits artifacts form Newburyport’s rich maritime history as a major shipbuilding center and seaport, sending ships to the Far East and around the world. Admission charged.  Come and see how the maritime society builds strong muscles for those that love boats.

Custom House Maritime MuseumSpecial Exhibits:
 July 26th - August 26th
“Coast Guard Ship Model Exhibit” August 4th
“Coast Guard Day” exhibits and demonsrtations behind the museum

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