THE winter has fairly past, and, although we may expect frequent cold days, and more snowstorms, it can safely be predicted that they will not greatly interfere with rowing. For the crews to get out on the river so early is indeed fortunate, and it is therefore none too soon for us to call the attention of all who are interested in boating to the many improvements that have been made at the boat-house. The facilities for accommodating oarsmen are greater than ever before. New singles are to be provided for those who prefer them to rowing in the class eights, while the system of coupon tickets for the use of the boats will prevent much confusion that has existed in previous years. New bridges are being built to the floats, improvements have been made in the boat-house itself, and more seats are to be provided for spectators. We learn that the Executive Committee have engaged George Smyth to take charge of the boat-house, and we are glad that a responsible man, who thoroughly understands his business, and is competent to make all necessary repairs, is to have the direction of affairs. Heretofore no one has been accountable for any bad management, but we see no reason why the interests of all who use the boats should not now be carefully attended to. With these increased facilities, with an early spring, and with the growing enthusiasm for rowing which has manifested itself, there is a prospect of having better class-crews and more individual oarsmen this year than ever before.