Ice boats known as scooters were invented in the 1800s for use on Bellport Bay, Long Island by hunters to cross the bay when it was frozen. They feature a semi-flat hull with long metal runners allowing the boats to "scoot" across open water breaks in the ice. They are controlled by sheeting in and easing the jib, therefore the skipper sits up front. These hdr images were shot in January 2009 and processed in Photomatix. Prints are available for purchase.