Volume 24 Issue 12 L 41° 04’ N Lo 81° 31’ W Commander’s Message Cdr Richard Sir Louis, P T hanks to our 75th Anniversary Celebration Committee with P/D/C Brian Logan SN as chairman, we had a delightful 75th Anniversary wrap-up Formal Dinner dance. Thanks to Lt Gilbert Lorenzo, AP for editing and producing a great “slide” show that included photographs of the year in review! Thanks also to Gilbert for snapping portraits of everyone at the event, including our bevvy of beauties picture of almost every woman in attendance. Great job Gilbert! (Pictures are available for purchase, see Gilbert.) We had a great year of celebration for our Squadron’s 75th year, from our kick-off at Turkeyfoot Island Club, through our 75th Anniversary Cruise, to our Wrap-Up Dinner on November 15th, due to the efforts of many volunteers planning and preparing for our great pleasure. Thanks to all involved! I have recently returned from our District 7 Fall Conference and I could not be more proud of our squadron or my squadron mates! It seemed like half of the attendees were from Akron. And what a beautiful first class venue (Stonewall Jackson Resort, West Virginia) we had. Under the leadership of our Executive Officer Lt/ C Dave Rice, SN and crew, we managed to win the Rocky River Tankard for our Hospitality Room. Thanks to P/Lt/C Margo Holmes, AP for a great script for our skit and for the costumes that she created; our drama team had great fun. We were also awarded the Arnold Erickson Trophy for teaching elective courses, and recognized for Co-operative charting. Conferences offer something for everyone, and some attendees ventured to nearby Weston, West Virginia to visit the Trans Allegheny Lunatic Asylum. There were several good seminars offered including: “Fuel and Boating by D/E/O John Whitely SN, “Batteries and Chargers” by our Lt Jim Ehrman, P and “Membership” by our P/D/C Brian Logan, SN and D/Lt Linda Leque, N. I am extremely proud as a commander that our members are asked to lead and advise others in our district, and at a national level. It was a real pleasure to watch Brian Logan present his Membership Plan and eagerly offer his help and time to any other squadron. To me, this represents a strong healthy December 2014 squadron when we can reach out and help others. I was also very proud when the USPS Chief Commander’s Representative stated that “Akron Sail and Power Squadron embodies the new motto “Come for the education, stay for the friends…””. Basically, the secret to our success! If you have not been to a District Conference lately, plan to attend the Spring Conference on 20 - 22 March at the Holiday Inn Rockside Rd in Independence OH. One last reminder, bring three dozen cookies, and a donation of money or un-wrapped toy (for the Children’s Services Board) to our December general meeting. Tracie and I wish you a merry and blessed Christmas and Chanukah season! I like the Hebrew word “shalom” especially at this season. Shalom means completeness, wholeness, health, peace, welfare, safety, soundness, tranquility, prosperity, perfectness, fullness, rest, harmony, the absence of agitation or discord, and can only come from Him who created and put all things into place. See: http://www.therefinersfire.org/ meaning_of_shalom.htm Executive Department Lt/C M David Rice, SN S tonewall Resort in West Virginia provided a great venue for the District 7 Fall Conference. The setting, with views on all sides was beautiful; the food was very good; and I heard no complaints about the service. The drive was long, but Joy and I tagged along with Tom and Sandy Vielhaber so the time went quickly. Akron Sail and Power Squadron won the Rocky River Tankard for the best hospitality room. That was due to the efforts of many people, particularly P/Lt/C Margo Holmes, AP and P/C Susan Harris, S for costume design and manufacture, Jinx Pfile for music and dance instruction, and P/D/C Brian Logan for bringing Mug (Executive Dept article continued on page 2) (Executive Dept article con’t from page 1) Ale as our featured drink of the evening. Thanks also to 1st/Lt Tom Vielhaber, P who brought his truck just to carry all the stuff needed to decorate the room. Lt/C Sandy Vielhaber, P and Lt Liana Mihalca, SN used their artistic talent to paint pictures for the room including portraits of the Blennerhassetts. Thanks also to the many people who contributed food and help for both evenings. ASPS members Brian Logan and Lt Jim Ehrman, P contributed their expertise by teaching seminars as well. Lt Gilbert Lorenzo, AP was everywhere snapping pictures. We all look forward to viewing these. Mid-Ohio Valley and Kanawha River Power Squadrons along with the District 7 Bridge hosted this event and The Holiday Toy Rooms contain a wide array of new, deserve our thanks. If you weren’t there you missed a great unwrapped gifts which needy families can select for their children. It is similar to shopping in a store – families get a weekend. number of “points” they can use to “buy” new gifts to take home Don’t forget your toy or monetary donations for Children’s and wrap for their children. Services Toy room. There also are still time slots open for assisting at the Toy Room. Contact Jackie Summers if you can It’s not too late to help. You can send a check – or deliver new and unwrapped gifts - to Summit County Children Services, 264 S help at the Toy Room. Arlington St, Akron, OH 44306. You can also volunteer to help Save the date or better yet, sign-up soon for the Akron Sail and assist the “shoppers” at the Children’s services location. They Power Squadron’s 76th Change of Watch February 21st. Look for have the most need for infants and teens. For suggestions on toys, see further information in this issue of the Scuttlebutt. http://www.summitkids.org/LinkClick.aspx? All of us need to Thank Brian Logan for organizing and being fileticket=xyax0pT51LM%3D&tabid=36 the force behind a fabulous 75th anniversary series of memorable events! Every event was a well-attended success and helped Akron Sail and Power Squadron get recognition both locally and at USPS headquarters. It is now up to the rest of us to work to maintain this energy by getting involved in the squadron. In order to continue this great organization, consider volunteering or helping if you are asked to chair a committee, assist in running an event or even consider becoming a member of the bridge. Sandy said they particularly need volunteers during December to help assist the “shoppers” at the Children’s services location. If you know teenagers that need “volunteer hours” for school, here is a great opportunity! Over the past seven years, Akron Sail and Power Squadron has donated cash and gifts of more than $10,000 to Children’s Services. In addition, many members volunteered their time in the Toy Room helping parents select toys and gifts to give to their children. Children’s Services recognized Akron at their Community Appreciation Meeting last April and presented the squadron a plaque recognizing our contributions. Happy Holidays to All! There’s Still Time to Help Summit County Children’s Services for Christmas Christmas is fast approaching and, once again, Akron Sail and Power Squadron is adopting Summit County Children Services for our civic holiday program. The Children Services has several programs to help needy families. We have chosen the Holiday Toy Room Program. Sandy DeLuca, Community Relations Manager for Summit County Children Services, (shown below) spoke at our November 6 meeting to explain the project. For questions, contact Sandy Deluca of Children’s Services, (330) 379-1994, or Jackie or Bob Summers at (330) 867-6105. 2 Education Department P/C Donald A Gifford, JN A s our boats rest comfortably for the winter, we have many members already testing out of their fall classes. We have 5 in Navigation, 10 in Advanced Piloting and 8 in Seamanship all tested and/or testing. Good luck to all of the students. The education schedule for 2015 is almost complete, so look forward to seeing it in next month’s Scuttlebutt. Next year we will be offering Junior Navigation, Piloting, Sail, Seamanship, and Marine Electronics, along with our ABC classes, seminars and Paddle Smart programs. 04 04 05 08 09 09 10 10 10 13 16 18 18 19 21 22 23 23 24 25 26 26 27 27 29 29 30 Thanks to incoming SEO, 1st/Lt Tom Vielhaber, P for helping with the 2015 schedule. I’m very confident Tom will do a fantastic job as our leader in the education department. See you soon! Advanced Piloting Class Wrapping up By the time you read this, ten students will have completed their Advanced Piloting exam, and will be anxiously awaiting their grades. In addition to studying tides and currents, they have covered various positioning techniques using GPS, chart plotters, and radar. Good luck to our students – we expect them to ace the exam! From the left: John Schlaeppi, P; Barry Howell, P; Jim Engle, P (seated); Brian Vandersall, P; Sue Arnold, P; Walter Moore, P; P/ D/C Brian Logan, SN (seated); Lt/C Sandy Vielhaber, P; 1st Lt Tom Vielhaber, P; Don Albanese; Barb Yusko, P. For those wishing to learn more about AP, go to http:// www.batswings.com/AP_home.html Scott D Jackson, AP Leah M McGraw Ellen N Ritter Raymond H Beech, P P/D/C Robert A Ball, SN Dianne R Fry Rumpi Gravenstein Byron Kruger Richard B Siess Virginia L Pfile Guy W Lammers Peggy A Lamanna Brenda Lynn McElroy Jessica M Kulhawick Pete P Schwartz Alexandra C Wells Kenneth D Conger, AP Viki Henschen John Richard Kevern Merry Lynne Russell Steven G Heese John A Pastrick Russell Thomas Sharnsky, P Dean Allan Thayer, P 1/Lt Lynne Allison Jones, JN Mark R LeCappelain Jonelle M Milchak ASPS Bridge Officers Commander Educational Officer Cdr Richard Sir Louis, P (330) 825-1139 [email protected] P/C Donald A Gifford, JN (330) 929-6045 [email protected] Executive Officer Secretary Lt/C M David Rice, SN (330) 650-6823 [email protected] Lt/C Sandra P Vielhaber, P (330) 633-5291 [email protected] Administrative Officer Treasurer Lt/C Greg M Arnold, JN (216) 346-9195 [email protected] Respectfully submitted, P/D/C Brian Logan, SN AP Instructor 3 P/C Susan R Harris, S (330) 821-8020 [email protected] SAILORS -GET READY FOR NEXT SUMMER !!! (Advertisement) The class always generates a lot of discussion, with sailors sharing their own experience on products, techniques, and seamanship. If you're a sailor, you'll increase your knowledge and improve your skills. If you're thinking of buying a sailboat, you'll benefit from the advice of the sailboat owners in the class. And if you're a power boater, we might even convert you! We usually start each night around 6:45 with a video of a cruising destination. The class runs from 7 to 9 PM, and we often meet after the class for some socializing and comparing notes. How many sailors spend hours each spring getting boats ready for summer – touching up bottom paint, waxing, cleaning teak, installing new gadgets -- yet don't spend five minutes thinking about improving their sailing techniques? If you'd like to change all that, NOW is the time to register for Akron Sail and Power Squadron's SAIL course. The course will start January 28 (Wednesday), and will be taught at Cuyahoga Falls High School. P/D/C Brian Logan, SN, will be lead instructor. Contact Brian to register ([email protected] or 330-864-2820). A preview from some previous classes can be found at http:// www.batswings.com/. Scroll down the right hand of the page and select the button for “Akron Power Squadron Sail Class”. Take the SAIL course -- think of it as "fitting out" for your brain! Respectfully submitted, P/D/C Brian Logan, SN The SAIL course starts with the basics, describing the characteristics of different boat designs, different "parts" of a sailboat, and boat handling. It also covers, in layman's terms, forces that make a sailboat 'go'. Then the course ties these concepts together, suggesting ways that you can make your boat handle better and sail faster. You'll learn about sail trim, 'balancing' your boat, and heavy-weather techniques. Above: morning on the lake at Stonewall Resort in West Virginia. Below: All District 7 Senior Navigators present at the conference. 4 Administrative Department Let’s Welcome Old Salty Lt/C Greg M Arnold, JN To the Scuttlebutt W Dear Salty, After my boat came out of the water, I was in a bad mood and got in a fight with my girlfriend. She was sore at me and dropped me like a hot potato. I guess that’s ok cause she and I weren’t always the best of pals, but I gotta say, I’m worried about when my boat goes back in the water. She’s my next door dock neighbor! What do I do when I see her in the spring? ell it's hard to believe another year is almost over. I hope everyone has a wonderful and restful holiday season. November 15th we had a wonderful time at the 75th Anniversary Dinner. Thank you to P/C Dick Klespies, JN and Lt Linda Klespies, S for hosting us, as well as P/D/C Brian Logan, SN and the 75th Anniversary Committee for their hard work in putting this dinner together. It has certainly been a fun and successful Anniversary year, with a lot of great memories!!! Signed, Worried She’ll Pull My Drain Plug Dear Worried, It’s a sad day on the sea when the skipper fears for the safety of his boat because of his own bad temper! You’d best be sending a peace offering of some sort. Do it now, and maybe you’ll both be able to forget each other over the long winter. The exact gift will depend on the severity of your social breach. If you’re still anxious in the spring (Good grief, Boy, what DID you say to that woman?), you’ll just have to suck it up and ask the dockmaster to find you a new slip. And if that doesn’t take care of it, this last bit of advice will save your sorry you-know-what: Get a boat dog! Better yet-get a puppy! No one can resist a boat puppy. Even if the romance is dead, this kind of puppy love will live on. In the future, mind your moods, Son, mind your moods. Past and Current Commaders present at 75th Anniversary Wrap Up Dinner. How many can you name? Now for our final trip down memory lane…. on December 7th 1939, Lou Gehrig was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame at the age of 36. December 15th saw the premier of "Gone With The Wind" in Atlanta. In case you had a new motor on your Christmas list, Santa could have brought you a Neptune 2 hp motor for $54.50 or a 4 hp for $74.50, although they would weigh his sleigh down some at 30 lbs. and 40 lbs. respectively. Regards, Salty And to all you readers out there, I’ll give you my advice too—just drop me a line at [email protected] SCUTTLEBUTT BOOSTERS P/C John Abbott, AP& Lt Maggie Abbott Lt/C Greg Arnold, JN & Sue Arnold, P P/D/C Robert Ball, SN & Patty Ball, S Thomas Carrino, AP & Have a safe and enjoyable Christmas Holiday and I look forward to seeing everyone in the new year! Jinx Pfile Lt James Ehrman, P & P/Lt/C Janice Vitucci-Ehrman, P C/C Aide Craig Fraser, SN & C/C Aide Liana Mihalca, SN Bob Hamilton P/C William Harris, P & P/C Susan Harris S P/C Jan Holmes, SN & P/Lt/C Margo Holmes, AP Home sweet home Remodeling 5 Lt Chip Ingram, JN P/D/C Brian Logan, SN & Lt Coralee Logan, S Kevin Miller, P & Lt Alice Miller, P Lt/C M David Rice, SN & Lt Joy Rice, S 1st/Lt Thomas Vielhaber, P & Lt/C Sandy Vielhaber, P Thank you for your support! Wrapping up our 75th Anniversary Year! Slate of Bridge Officers and Elected Committees 2015-2016 Squadron Year The Nominating Committee of the Akron Sail & Power Squadron hereby places By the time you read this, the final “Event” into nomination the following slate of officers for 2015-2016. The following of our 75th Anniversary Year will be members have agreed to serve if elected, are in good standing and have met “history”. Our last event, November 15, with the approval of the Nominating Committee: was a banquet at Fairlawn Country Club, complete with entertainment and dancing. Commander: Lt/C M. David Rice, SN As of Nov 5, we had 78 people registered. Lt/C Greg M. Arnold, JN Executive Officer: If you missed any of those activities, you can check them out below: 1st /Lt Lynne Allison Jones, JN Administrative Officer: Kevin W. Miller, P Assistant Administrative Officer: Feb 6 – our “Founder’s Day” meeting http://goo.gl/IpHRhy 1st/Lt Thomas E. Vielhaber, P Squadron Education Officer: Assistant Squadron Education Officer: Open March 3, Free seminar – “Introduction to Boating” http://goo.gl/RJGpFH Secretary: Lt/C Sandra P. Vielhaber, P Open Assistant Secretary: March 6 – “Travel to Canada by Treasurer: 1st /Lt Vincent J. Paolucci, P Recreational Vessels” http://goo.gl/ Assistant Treasurer: Open O6XIOe Board of Directors: P/C John W. Abbott, AP P/D/C Robert A. Ball, SN D/Lt/C Martin W. Beech, SN P/D/C Craig D. Fraser, SN Kevin W. Miller, P P/D/C Brian M. Logan, SN Cdr Richard Sir Louis, P Lt James A. Ehrman, P P/Lt/C Janice Vitucci-Ehrman, P P/C John W. Sutherland, AP P/C Richard M Klespies, JN May 1 – 2014 Rendezvous Meeting http:// goo.gl/eWZ1fv Nominating Committee: May 9 - 75th Anniversary Dinner Banquet at Turkeyfoot Island Club http://goo.gl/ QxdkL8 Auditing Committee: P/C John W Sutherland, P (Chair) P/C Richard M Klespies, JN (2 years) P/Lt/C Janice Vitucci-Ehrman, P (3 years) Lt Linda Sutherland, S (Chair) P/Lt/C Margo Holmes, AP (2 years) July 11-13 – 75th Anniversary Rendezvous, Middle Bass Island http://goo.gl/WDy8jR Rules Committee: March 15 – Star show and Celestial Navigation, Kent State Planetarium, http://goo.gl/h9eiVJ April 3 - "Fish Nets on Lake Erie" http:// goo.gl/f0bKJp April – 75th Anniversary T Shirt Contest Winner http://goo.gl/M6QYYw July 14-20 – 75th Anniversary Cruise – MBI, Pelee, Leamington http://goo.gl/7wORzk Thanks to all our volunteers who supported and made these events Respectfully Submitted, P/C Donald A Gifford, JN (Chairman) P/C John W Sutherland AP (2 Years) P/C Richard M Klespies, JN (3Years) Lt Sidney C. Foster Jr, P (Chair) Lt Linda M. Foster (2 years) Lt David L. Feltner, AP (3 years) Akron to Use “Boating Skills Virtual Trainer” with ABC Classes – Volunteers Needed ! Secretary’s Department Lt/C Sandra P Vielhaber, P Akron Sail and Power Squadron has reserved the USPS “Boating Skills Virtual Trainer” (BSVT) for two weeks this spring, reetings! Celebrations! Two good to use with our ABC classes. The simulator was developed under communication words for December. a $200,000 grant from the US Coast Guard. USPS has five units (and has ordered more),squadrons can reserve them for up to This is the time of year when everyone gets busy two weeks at a time. keeping in touch and remembering loved ones with gifts and cards. You can keep Akron Sail and Power Squadron friends on The BSVT is a computer simulator that allows boaters to pracyour list in one easy step. Just update your contact and bio- tice the basics of recreational small boat handling (based on a graphical information by sending an email to our Scuttlebutt and 20’ Boston Whaler with large outboard motor). The simulator Roster chairperson, P/Lt/C Janice Vitucci-Ehrman, P at jandjehr- allows students to have “hands on” control and practice basic [email protected]. If you’ve changed your address or phone maneuvers including: number, or purchased a new boat, for example, send an email to Working with Spring Lines Janice and she will make the appropriate changes. The squad- Departing the Dock Fairways Pivot Turn ron roster will be published and distributed at the Change of Mooring Docking Watch in February. All your ASPS friends will get your corrected Emergency Stop information. We can all keep in touch! Simple. All updates need to be sent to Janice by December 31. G Here’s the latest member update: Get well wishes were sent to P/C Bill Harris, P, Kate Reynolds and Aide/CC Liana F Mihalca, SN. All three are recovering from surgical procedures. Please continue to keep them in your thoughts and prayers. This has been quite a year for celebrations in the squadron! Our 75th Anniversary provided many opportunities to gather and enjoy fellowship with friends. I will surely remember warm summer fun throughout the winter months. As the year comes to a close, I hope you enjoy the holiday season with your loved ones. May our 76th year bring us together for many celebrations. Skill training is conducted under the direct guidance of a qualified USPS instructor, who is capable of evaluating and coaching student operators during the conduct of the maneuvers. We will need a number of instructors to coach the learners during these sessions. If you would like to volunteer to serve as an instructor, contact Brian Logan at [email protected] (underscore between bats and wings). This will include practice on the simulator. You can read more about the simulator at: Brochure - http://www.usps.org/php/bsvt/ documents/2014IBWSSFlyerdraft-USPS-VDILPH.pdf Demo, Video - http://www.driverinteractive.com/ USPS_Boating_Simulator.shtml Training manual - http://www.usps.org/php/bsvt/documents/ BSVTTM.pdf P/D/C Craig Fraser, SN and Lt Liana Mihalca, SN enjoying themselves Friday night at the D7 conference. Respectfully submitted, P/D/C Brian Logan, SN 7 Scenes from D7 Conference, Stonewall Resort, West Virginia 8 You are cordially invited to Akron Sail & Power Squadron’s 76th Change of Watch Location: Silver Lake Country Club 1325 Graham Rd. Stow, OH Date: February 21st 2015 Cocktails: 1800 Dinner: 1900 Menu choices: $35.00 Spinach & Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast w/Boursin Cream Sauce Roasted Red Skin Potatoes & Grilled Asparagus OR Roasted Pork Tenderloin w/Apricot Demi –Glace Mashed Potatoes & Steamed Broccoli OR Garlic Balsamic Roasted Portabella Mushroom Roasted Red Skin Potatoes & Steamed Broccoli All dinners will include: Club Gourmet Salad Freshly Baked Rolls & Butter Rosettes Fresh Brewed Coffee – Tea – Iced Tea Cash bar Uniform A with bow tie or appropriate attire Reservations online; pay by PayPal or mail check made out to ASPS to: Linda Klespies 2753 Woodbridge Rd Hudson, OH 44236 Please respond before February 15, 2014 Calendar of Events December 4 General Meeting—Cookie Exchange 18-25 National Annual Meeting Jacksonville Fl February 18 Executive Meeting 5 General Meeting USPS Founders Day Celebration January 19 Executive Meeting 8 21 Change of Watch Silver Lake Country Club General Meeting Annual Election of Officers Scuttlebutt Volume 24, Issue 12 December 2014. Published monthly by Akron Sail and Power Squadron. Editor Janice Vitucci-Ehrman Deadline for articles is midnight on the tenth of each month. Please submit articles in Microsoft Word format via email to: [email protected] 15 Executive Meeting Akron Sail and Power Squadron General and Executive Committee Meetings are held the first and third Thursdays of each month at 1930 at the American Legion Hall, 1601 Front Street., Cuyahoga Falls, OH unless otherwise noted. Akron Sail and Power Squadron Web Page www.AkronPowerSquadron.com Place Label Here ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED PERMIT NO. 540 CUYAHOGA FALLS, OHIO Akron Sail and Power Squadron 4903 Lovers Lane Ravenna OH 44266-9182 PAID NON-PROFIT US POSTAGE
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