The Pilot. United States Power Squadrons. Main Line Sail and Power Squadron June What I m doing on my summer vacation.

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1 United States Power Squadrons Main Line Sail and Power Squadron In this issue: Officers columns 1-5 Bridge members 2 Fleet Captain s report 6 D5 conference 7, 9 April meeting recap 8 Veterans Picnic 10 Safety Article 11 Summer Kick Off Paddle 12 Commander s Cruise Ex-Com highlights 17 Commander s Picnic 18 Youth Poster Contest rules 19 D5 Summer Rendezvous 20 Calendar Sign up or RSVP: Veterans Picnic 10 Summer Kick Off 12 Cruise marina signup 13 Cruise activity signup 15 Commander s Picnic 18 D5 Summer council signup 20 Joe Pezely's view of a Tall Ship on the Delaware River Cruise. What I m doing on my summer vacation. Commander John Beardsley As summer approaches, we have a full schedule of events over the next several months. America s Boating Club s and the Coast Guard Auxiliary s missions overlap in several areas. Both organization s members enjoy boating and other active outdoor activities and both organizations promote boating safety. For many years the two organizations have been rivals, competing for the same constituency. Recently, the United States Power Squadrons and the Coast Guard Auxiliary signed a memo of understanding recognizing that both organizations have similar missions and agreeing to look for ways to work together, wherever possible. In the spirit of the memo of understanding, the Main Line Sail and Power Squadron invited members of the Coast Guard Auxiliary to our April dinner meeting at Peppers in King of Prussia. Several Auxiliary members attended the dinner and enjoyed the camaraderie of our Squadron and listened to the speaker, who spoke about Boathouse Row. All of the auxiliary members I spoke to at the dinner expressed the sentiment that we were a friendly group and it seemed like we liked to have fun. One asked about the possibility of taking part in our summer cruise, explaining that most of the time he logged on a boat with the Auxiliary was patrolling for boaters in trouble, not necessarily having fun on the boat. I think that his comments illustrate the theme come for the education, stay for the friends. Continued on Page 2

2 Bridge Commander Cdr John Beardsley 207 Chandler Drive West Chester, PA C: Executive Officer Lt/C Frank Visich 1205 Lancaster Ave. Berwyn, PA C: H: Administrative Officer Lt/C Patty Pezely 130 Oakwood Lane Phoenixville, PA H: C: Education Officer P/C Nick Montalto, SN 2742 Apple Valley Road Audubon, PA C: Asst. Education Officer P/D/Lt/C James Heckman, SN 422 Houston Road Ambler, PA C: Secretary Lt/C Cynthia L. Gorge, JN* 16 Richard Lee Lane Phoenixville, PA H: Treasurer P/C Wayne Barrett, JN* 33 Park Ave. East Fallowfield, PA C: H: My summer vacation. continued from Page 1 On June 16 th, we plan to go canoeing/kayaking on the Schuylkill Canal and River. We will start at Fitzwater Station in Phoenixville at 2:00. We ll start by paddling north on the canal about 2 miles. From there, you portage your boat over to the Schuylkill River and paddle back down the river (with the current), before a final portage back to Fitzwater Station. If it s been a few years since you last paddled, do not worry. Paddling in the Canal is like paddling in a pool, and the portages are short and we will help each other out. The last leg is all with the current. The lightweight canoes and kayaks rent for $50/day for canoes, $40 for Kayaks. I m told it takes 2-3 hours to do the loop at a leisurely pace. If you happen to have your own canoe or kayak, they will let you launch from their property. At 5:00, we are going to have dinner on the deck at Fitzwater Station. So, even if you don t want to paddle, come for dinner. Reservations are not required, but the owner of the rental facility has asked that I give him a head count so that he can make sure he has enough boats for us and so he clears out enough space on his deck for our dinner. If you plan to attend, please let Frank Visich or me know, so we can relay the number of people expected to the restaurant and boat rental. If you haven t done so already, complete the Summer Cruise registration form and return it to Russ and Barb Jones. Mark your calendar for August 1 st. That is the day of the Commander s Picnic. Details are not complete yet, but reserve the date and plan to have fun. Our Veteran s Appreciation Event is scheduled for August 25 th at Skipjack Cove from 11:00-3:00. The veterans are all residents at the VA Hospital in Elsmere, Delaware. We ve been told more than once by their aides that many of them look forward all year to attending our picnic. The event is being catered again this year by the Skipjack Cove restaurant. Click here to find us on Facebook! Continued on Page 3!2 United States Power Squadrons, We are America s Boating Club

3 Executive Officer Lt/C Frank Visich Summer of fun-filled festivities As Memorial Day opened the summer season for 2018, I hope everyone is ready for fun-filled festivities with America s Boating Club! Patriots Days is each year for one weekend in June, several thousand Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Camp Fire, and other youth gather at the Daniel Boone Homestead near Reading, Pennsylvania. Each year campers enjoy a wide range of interesting and enjoyable events, activities, and attractions through the entire weekend. Our program includes demonstrations, skill games, a camp fire, a dance, competitions, local craftspeople, and tours of the Daniel Boone Homestead. This year Main Line Sail and Power Squadron are providing the VIRTUAL TRAINER for the scouts to use as a method of showing their skills in boating. We will be there for one day, Saturday, June 9, 2018 from 9 Am 3 Pm to show the scouts how to use as a training tool. Next will be the Summer Kick Off, June 16, 2018, at Port Providence Paddle, where they have Canoe, kayak and tube rentals (or bring your own). We will have dinner at Fitzwater Station Restaurant at 5:00 PM. See attached flyer on Page 12. Don t forget about the Summer Cruise this year from July 13-22, See attached flyer page for details. My summer vaca,on. con,nued from Page 2 This year, to offset increasing costs, we are asking members to contribute $10 to attend. As a bonus Skipjack Cove has agreed to give us use of their pool after the event, so bring your swimsuit. If it s at all possible, plan to attend some of the scheduled activities. Socializing is the glue that holds the squadron together. See you there. MLSPS thanks Clews & Strawbridge and Stoltzfus RV s and Marine for providing classroom space. United States Power Squadrons, We are America s Boating Club!3

4 ! Education Officer P/C Nick Montalto, SN Safer boaters on the rise The Spring classes have been completed. Number of students completing courses were: America s Boating Course 54 Seamanship Class 11 Piloting 5 Russ Jones recently taught the Piloting class with Jim Heckman s and Dave Moretti s assistance. Thanks to Lance Parry, Gary Armstrong, Frank Visich and Dave Moretti as America s Boating Course teaching assistants. Frank Visich built a model to demonstrate boat light requirements, which we will enter in the Fall 2018 Teaching Aides competition. We collaborated with Pete Lacey, USCG Auxiliary, who participated by presenting classes on Lines and Knots and Marine Charts. Extending VSCs to paddle craft The USPS Safety Committee has begun a campaign asking Vessel Examiners to seek out canoe and kayak rental outlets for Vessel Safety Checks. This would be an excellent way to promote America's Boating Club. Recreational paddle craft establishments benefit from displaying the United States Coast Guard approved Vessel Safety Check decal on their rentals by making the public aware of their annual vessel safety check compliance. For paddle craft VSC inspection procedures and needed equipment, refer to form 7012A (forms.cgaux.org/archive/a7012a.pdf).!4 United States Power Squadrons, We are America s Boating Club

5 How can you not be having fun? Administrative Officer Lt/C Patty Pezely There is so much to do in the MLSPS, how can you not be having fun? I just completed the Piloting course. Now I know how to get back home if my GPS breaks. (On a boat, that is.) I was able to practice some of my newly found skills on an Educational Cruise on the Delaware River aboard the Ben Franklin Yacht. Main Line s R/C Bill McManimen, SN and P/DEO Jim Heckman, SN presented traditional and electronic methods of navigation. What a great way to celebrate Safe Boating Week. There were 2 added bonuses to this trip. One being, two of my Piloting classmates were able to join us and they joined MLSPS. Rich McLaughlin and Jim Mergen. Jim brought his lovely wife Nadine and his beautiful daughter, Winry. The second bonus was, we were able to see a few Tall Ships that came into town for the Sail Philadelphia Festival. As you will see throughout this edition of, we have several more events coming up this summer to include Kayaking, having fun with the Scouts and Veterans, the annual cruise, the commanders picnic and more. Jim Heckman presenting to the crowd Russ Jones and Rich McLaughlin Above, Russ Jones and Jim Mergen. To the right, Winry and Nadine Mergen. United States Power Squadrons, We are America s Boating Club!5

6 Fleet Captain P/C Jim Friedrichs, JN* Home on the range - it s good to have backup plan It has been a bad period of time for Range Lights. Navigate carefully. Specific problems are listed below. Brewerton Channel Eastern Extension, the rear range light is extinguished. Elk River Channel East Range Light is extinguished. Back Creek Channel Range Rear Light is extinguished. Severn River Day Beacon 9 is destroyed. Kent Island Narrows north approach Day Beacon 12 is destroyed. Rock Hall Harbor Day Beacon 8 is destroyed. Chesapeake Channel lighted buoys 5 thru 12 have been relocated for dredging.!6 United States Power Squadrons, We are America s Boating Club

7 Spring Conference 2018 Princess Royale Hotel Ocean City, MD A spring ritual for Main Line is to attend the District 5 Spring Conference. This was held the weekend of April 6-8. This meeting is primarily the Change of Watch for the District 5 bridge officers. It is also a time when USPS and D-5 information and ideas are discussed and exchanged. This is when several annual awards are given out for various achievements by the Squadrons and individuals. Main Line received the USPS Educational Fund Certificate of Merit for its annual contribution to the National Education Fund. Cdr. Beardsley also accepted the Distinguished Communicator award from D-5 for our fantastic newsletter, the Pilot. Meredith Barrett received her Life Membership award for 25 merit marks. However the best part of the weekend is the hospitality rooms on Friday evening. Several of the squadrons participate by coming up with ideas to keep the attendees entertained. Main Line has always had fun doing this. Our theme this year was a Casino night. Dressed as casino players and employees, our members provided four nautical games that guests could play. We had fun doing this and so did the others. It was a success a very good weekend. P/C Sue Friedrichs More Photos on Page 9 To the right - Rita and Chas Rossi as cigarette girl and club owner United States Power Squadrons, We are America s Boating Club!7

8 ! Learning the Story Of Boathouse Row Meridith Barrett receives the Life member award from Cdr. Beardsley. Author Dotty Brown recapped her book Boathouse Row at the April dinner meeting, a member received a national award, and our squadron welcomed members of Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 49 of West Chester. Former Phila. Inquirer staffer Dotty Brown. Members of Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 49 joined us for April s meeting. With Nick Montalto and Gary Armstrong are (from left) Don and Kathy Spataccino, Tom and Suzanne Kelmartin, and Natasha Harmuth. Thank you again, All Points Main Line Sail and Power Squadron thanks All Points, Inc. for again agreeing to sponsor our squadron s All-American Veterans Picnic for veterans from the Wilmington VA Medical Center. This year s picnic will be Aug. 25 at Skipjack Cove Marina. All Points Logistics is a designated Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business serving government agencies and corporations across the United States. Please consider All Points for all of your software, cyber security, cloud, mobility, and endpoint technology!8 United States Power Squadrons, We are America s Boating Club

9 More photos from Spring Conference 2018 Type to enter text Joe Pezely facilitating the games Bruce and Lisa Fegan, Rita and Chas Rossi and Joe and Patty Pezely Rita Rossi and Frank Visich United States Power Squadrons, We are America s Boating Club!9

10 MLSPS MLSPS Veterans Picnic Saturday, August 25, :00-3:00 Here s your opportunity to thank our veterans for a job well done. Come to Skipjack Cove Yachting Resort on the Sassafras for a picnic with our Wounded Warriors to show your appreciation. We will be in the large pavilion next to the restaurant. Afterwards, Skip Jack will allow us to use their pool (first 10 people are free and $5. for each person after that). This is the best pool on the Chesapeake, in my opinion. Menu: Hamburgers, hot dogs, potato salad, coleslaw, baked beans, chips, pie, and drinks. $10. a person Reserve your spot by returning this slip with your check to: Susan Woron, 207 Chandler Drive West Chester, PA Cell: sworon54@gmail.com Name(s) $10. X = Coming to pool? Yes No How many?!10 United States Power Squadrons, We are America s Boating Club

11 April 2018 Don t let the sun slow you down Look in the sky! What s that big yellow thing? Oh, it s the SUN, bringing warmth, light, and the urge to get outdoors. With the impending arrival of nicer weather, we will soon be out in the yard or on the boat. This means higher sun angles and increased exposure to UV rays. Don t shoot for that perfect mid-summer tan in one day. All you ll do is get scorched and be unhappy for a week. Start getting in the habit of covering up with appropriate headgear, clothing, and sunblock. First thing to do is check the expiration date of the sunblock you saved from last summer s fun. If it s expired or getting close, replace it now. The UV blocking compounds degrade over time, and can be nearly worthless if you are more than a year past the expiration date. When you apply it, try to do so at least 30 minutes before going out so it has a chance to soak into your skin. Don t forget those often missed sensitive spots like under your nose, chin, and ears. Remember to reapply through the day, especially if you are sweating a lot. There is no waterproof sunscreen anymore, so it needs a booster to remain effective. Long-sleeved sun-blocking shirts are another option. They not only protect you from the UV, but may give just enough insulation on those cooler mornings we will have for a while yet. Don t forget to check those medication, ointment and sterile dressing expiration dates in your boat and home first-aid kits. Replace any meds over a year old or approaching the end of their shelf life. You never know when you might need it. First Aid Support Team P/D/C Jeff McKinney, RN, JN-CN Medical Officer, RSPS A PLAC E TH AT H AS IT ALL? S HOR E T HING Floating & Fixed Slips < Transients Welcome < Passages Bar & Grill < Fuel Dock < Full-Service Yacht Yard < 19 Room Inn < Seasonal Slips Available < RESORT & MARINA BOATYARD INN Chesapeake Bay Rock Hall, MD HAVENHARBOUR.COM United States Power Squadrons, We are America s Boating Club!11

12 Rent on your own but RSVP by June 15th so we know who is coming.!12 United States Power Squadrons, We are America s Boating Club

13 ! 2018 MLSPS Commander s Cruise Itinerary Our Main Line Sail and Power Squadron 2018 summer cruise itinerary is set. We call this the Commander s Cruise since the commander decides which ports of call we will visit. Incoming Commander John Beardsley has chosen four ports for this year s cruise. We estimate that between 15 and 20 boats will participate. If you would like to crew on a boat, let me know. If you are new to boating, we can team you with another similar boat. There will be many interesting activities on the cruise, all of which are optional. They include a beach party, a tour of Fort McHenry, dinner at several great restaurants, more than a few of our celebrated boat crawls, the infamous forward throttle award ceremony of course, and other interesting events still in development. Look for details in an upcoming article. Don t miss this annual cruise! Something exciting always provides wonderful memories. We are looking forward to seeing you! Don t let the sun set on the cruise without you. Sign up now! Itinerary: Friday, July 13 Great Oak Landing, Fairlee Creek Saturday, July 14 Great Oak Landing, Fairlee Creek Sunday, July 15 Baltimore Yacht Club, Sue Island Monday, July 16 Baltimore Yacht Club, Sue Island Tuesday, July 17 Harbor East Marina, Baltimore Wednesday, July 18 Harbor East Marina, Baltimore Thursday, July 19 Harbor East Marina, Baltimore Friday, July 20 Haven Harbour Marina, Rock Hall Saturday, July 21 Haven Harbour Marina, Rock Hall The marinas and yacht club have requested a list of the boats that will require slips. Please complete this form indicating the marinas or yacht club for which you will require a slip. Send the completed form to P/C Russ Jones, 115 Oak Street, Downingtown, PA No deposit required. Boat Name: Captain: Cell number: Boat Make: Boat Model: Length: Beam: Draft: Type: [ ] Power [ ] Sail Electric Hookup: [ ] Single 30 [ ] Dual 30 [ ] Single 50 [ ] Dual 50 [ ] Friday, July 13 Great Oak Landing, Fairlee Creek [ ] Saturday, July 14 Great Oak Landing, Fairlee Creek [ ] Sunday, July 15 Baltimore Yacht Club, Sue Island [ ] Monday, July 16 Baltimore Yacht Club, Sue Island [ ] Tuesday, July 17 Harbor East Marina, Baltimore [ ] Wednesday, July 18 Harbor East Marina, Baltimore [ ] Thursday, July 19 Harbor East Marina, Baltimore [ ] Friday, July 20 Haven Harbour Marina, Rock Hall [ ] Saturday, July 21 Haven Harbour Marina, Rock Hall United States Power Squadrons, We are America s Boating Club!13

14 ! DON T MISS Main Line s Summer Cookouts on the Bay! Come for the Day or Stay for the Weekend! The Commander is inviting all Main Line members and their guests to join in the festivities at the beginning and at the end of Main Line s Annual Cruise. If you are not joining us for the 2018 Cruise this is a perfect time to join in the fun by land or sea. You will get a flavor for the annual cruise which is always a highlight of the year, and get to join our cruise members and visit their boats. BEACH PARTY and Commander s Cocktail Party Saturday, July 14th 5:00pm. at Great Oak Landing Marina - The Commander s Cocktail Party begins at 5:00 and the beach party and cookout at 6:00. - Our Main Line boats will be at Great Oak Landing Marina from Friday afternoon to Sunday morning. Join us for day or two. - If you want to stay overnight, there is the convenient GOL Lodge at the marina which has a pool with a great view of the Sassafras River. COOKOUT and games Saturday, July 21st 12:00 noon at Haven Harbour Marina in Rock Hall Our Main Line boats will be at Haven Harbour Marina from Friday afternoon to Sunday morning. Come and enjoy the fun. MAIN LINE CRUISE closing dinner and cocktails Saturday, July 21st at 6:00pm at Rock Hall s Bay Wolf Restaurant. - The cost for each cookout is $15 per person. - The Bay Wolf Restaurant is an additional $25 per person. - Checks should be sent to P/C Russ Jones, payable to MLSPS. If you have any questions or want additional information please contact Russ Jones at or wrjones3@verizon.net A list of local B & B s, provided by Susan Woron, follows this flyer.!14 United States Power Squadrons, We are America s Boating Club

15 ! April 2018 Cruise by car to cookouts, games and dinners (Great places to stay) Mears Great Oak Landing- Hotel located right at Great Oak Landing Great Oak Landing Rd, Chestertown, MD 21620, USA mearsgreatoakla nding.com Dri2wood Inn -7.8 miles from Fairlee Creek 609 Washington Avenue Chestertown, MD driqwoodinnche stertown.com Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Chestertown 150 Scheeler Road Chestertown, MD or Haven Point Inn -9 miles from Fairless Creek Rock Hall Avenue Rock Hall, Simply Bed and Bread A Guest House in Chestertown Chestertown, MD Inn at Haven Harbor- Hotel located adjacent to Haven Harbor Marina Rock Hall Ave Rock Hall, MD our.com/lodgingrock-hallmaryland-resortmarina/ Inn at Osprey Point -8.8 miles from Fairlee Creek Rock Hall Avenue Rock Hall, WHN Shrink Wrapping Boats, RVs, Cars and Machinery 1626 High Avenue Willow Grove, PA (215) whn.shrinkwrapping@gmail.com William H. Neely WHN offers on-site premium shrink wrap services that will keep your investment protected during winter storage, and/or transportation. United States Power Squadrons, We are America s Boating Club!15

16 MAIN LINE SAIL AND POWER SQUADRON 2018 SUMMER CRUISE JULY 13 TO JULY 22 CAPTAIN: Rev 4/28/18 BOAT NAME: CELL PHONE: # PEOPLE COST TOTAL Friday, July 13 - Great Oak Landing, Fairlee Creek 1700 Boat Crawl #1 # I would like to volunteer my boat. Boat name: Dinner on your own (Jelly Fish Joels or Bayside Restaurant at GOL) Saturday, July 14 - Great Oak Landing, Fairlee Creek PARTICIPATING PER PERSON COST 1700 Commander's Cocktail Party # 1800 Beach Cookout and Games (please bring light dessert) # $15.00 $ Grilled chicken, beef hot dogs, three salads, bottled water Sunday, July 15 - Baltimore Yacht Club, Middle River 1700 Boat Crawl #2 # I would like to volunteer my boat. Boat name: 1830 Dinner at BYC from menu (BYC history speaker) # BYC restaurant not open on Monday Monday, July 16 - Baltimore Yacht Club, Middle River 1830 Speaker: NOAA Cartographic Advisor Steve Soherr 1830 Dinner at Sue Island Grill from menu (short walk just outside gate) # Tuesday, July 17 - Harbor East Marina, Baltimore 1700 Boat Crawl #3 # I would like to volunteer my boat. Boat name: Dinner on your own Wednesday, July 18 - Harbor East Marina, Baltimore 1000 USS Constellation Tour # $15.00 $ 1800 Games at Marina Pavillion # Dinner on your own Thursday, July 19 - Harbor East Marina, Baltimore 1100 Fort McHenry Ranger Talks, etc. # Dinner on your own Friday, July 20 - Haven Harbour Marina, Rock Hall 1700 Boat Crawl #4 # I would like to volunteer my boat. Boat name: Dinner on your own Saturday, July 21 - Haven Harbour Marina, Rock Hall 1200 Cookout & games (please bring light dessert) # $15.00 $ Pulled pork, beef hot dogs, three salads; bottled water 1215 Speaker: Rock Hall town manager - RH history and watermen 1700 Cocktails at the Pellegrini's (5815 Beach Rd at Mercer) 1830 Cruise Wrap Up Dinner at Bay Wolf # $25.00 $ 2000 Forward Throttle Award Sunday, July 22 - Depart for home port Cruise T-shirts Indicate size: s, m, l, xl, xxl # $15.00 $ Total Activity Fee Due to MLSPS (you will be invoiced) $!16 United States Power Squadrons, We are America s Boating Club

17 Highlights from April and May Ex-Com meetings Compiled from minutes by Lt/C Cindy Gorge, JN*, Secretary April: Cdr John Beardsley said that P/C Ed White has reported All Points Logistics has made a $500 donation to again sponsor the picnic for veterans from the Wilmington VA Medical Center. This year s picnic will be Saturday, Aug. 25, at Skipjack Cove Marina. P/Lt/C Maryanne Boettjer, AP, will lead the Vessel Safety Check committee this year. P/C Nick Montalto, SN, reported that seven students are taking the Piloting class being taught by P/C Russ Jones, SN. May: Cdr John Beardsley introduced the upcoming Kayaking event on June 16th. Suggestions were made about moving the financial reporting to Quickbooks and using Sign up Genius or PayPal. Discussion ensued about conducting virtual meetings. P/Lt/C Mary Boettjer suggested that more members become Vessel Safety Examiners. We enjoyed meeting members of the Coast Guard auxiliary and suggestions were made to invite them to future events. Frank Visich will be taking the simulator to the Patriot s Day event on June 9th. John Beardsley 845 West Chester Pike West Chester, PA jbeardsley@farmersagent.com Auto Home Small Business Life Boats Licensed in PA and Maryland United States Power Squadrons, We are America s Boating Club!17

18 ! Commander s Picnic All members are invited to the Commander s Picnic on Wednesday, August 1, :00 PM Hamburgers, hot dogs, and chicken will be provided, as well as soda, beer, and wine. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share and RSVP to Susan at sworon54@gmail.com or Let me know what you will be bringing so I can coordinate the menu, and how many will be coming. The picnic will be held at the Hershey s Mill Community Center. Set your GPS to the address listed. The building is the second one on your right, and has indoor and outdoor areas so the event will be held RAIN OR SHINE! Hershey Mills Community Center 1500 Greenhill Road West Chester, PA 19380!18 United States Power Squadrons, We are America s Boating Club

19 America's Boating Club is a registered trademark of the United States Power Squadrons 2018 Youth Poster Contest Sponsored by the National Membership Committee (New Contest Period: Contest ends August 17, 2018) The USPS Youth Poster Contest Awards promote youth appreciation and respect for recreational boating, and the message that safe boating is always fun boating. The Contest is open to children ages 6 14, which is divided into three age groups: 1) Ages 6 8 2) Ages ) Ages Squadrons should conduct local contests and submit winning posters to their respective District for judging. Posters submitted to the National Membership Committee for judging must be endorsed by each District Poster/Membership Chair as the point of contact. The 2018 Poster Theme: America s Boating Club Saves Lives Artwork should illustrate how safe boating through education, on the water skills, and proper use of equipment save lives. Rules Each district may submit one poster in each age category. Each entry must be submitted on poster board or heavy construction paper; size 15 x20 or 14 x22 Entries must be judged at the district level to select winning entries for submission at the National contest level. Squadron and District judging deadlines are a local decision. Only District First-Place winners in each age category will be accepted for judging at the National level. Posters may be sketched lightly with pencil, but the result must be in color suitable for photography. Professional illustrations, photos, copyrighted or trademark material, purchased or computer generated are not allowed and will disqualify the entry. Posters must not to be folded. Posters will be judged on the Theme, message and artistic representation. Only one entry per person is allowed. All entries become the property of the United States Power Squadrons, which reserves the right to display and reproduce. Contest entry forms must be complete, legible, and attached to the back of their poster. Annual Contest entries must now be delivered to the Fall Governing Board Meeting. This year s meeting will be held in Minneapolis, MN. Posters must be received by Friday, 17 August 2018, for judging. First, Second and Third Place Winners will be announced for each age category during the Minneapolis Meeting. Awards are underwritten by a grant from the OMC Foundation. More details and the entry form are at United States Power Squadrons, We are America s Boating Club!19

20 2018 District 5 Council and Summer Rendezvous July 2018 *Cape May, NJ MEMBER Rank Name Grade Address City State Zip Phone Squadron SPOUSE/OTHER ATTENDEES Rank Name Grade Rank Name Grade Rank Name Grade Boat Name if travelling by boat: ACTIVITY FEE (Required per person except children 12 and under-free) Covers all fees, navigation contest, games, special activity materials, contestant awards, event rentals, etc. $ 5.00 $ SATURDAY NIGHT AWARD DINNER CRUISE Herb Encrusted Hand Carved Prime Rib, Chicken Portabella, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Fresh Steamed Vegetables, Mixed Greens Salad, Foccacia Bread, and Cheesecake Navigation Contest on Saturday Per Adult $55.00 $ Per Child (12 & Under) $25.00 $ TOTAL ENCLOSED $ Boat Name: Reservations must be submitted by 9 July Make checks payable to: Absecon Island Power Squadron SEND RESERVATIONS WITH CHECKS TO: Phone: ST Lt Nance Bernard 1127 Riverside Drive Mays Landing, NJ rb3513@comcast.net MARINA: Check out the special website for land Canyon Club Resort Marina accommodation suggestions. Cape May, NJ $2.95 per foot Reservation form for boats on Special Summer Council website: United States Power Squadrons, We are America s Boating Club

21 MLSPS Calendar Red letter days are MLSPS events. JUNE 6 Ex-Com meeting, Paoli Presbyterian Church, Paoli, 7:30pm 9 Patriot Days Encampment, Daniel Boone Homestead, Birdsboro, PA Help staff our booth with the Virtual Trainer. Contact Frank Visich 16 Summer Kick Off, Port Providence Paddle JULY MLSPS Commander s Cruise, around the Chesapeake Don t miss it District 5 Summer Council and Rendezvous, Cape May, NJ 30 Deadline for August Pilot AUGUST 1 Commander s Picnic 25 Veterans Picnic, Skipjack Cove Marina, Georgetown, MD; details to come USPS Governing Board, Minneapolis, MN SEPTEMBER?? Ex-Com Meeting and Monthly Dinner, details to come 21 Deadline for October Pilot OCTOBER 3 Ex-Com Meeting, Paoli Presbyterian Church, Paoli, 7:30pm 18 Dinner Meeting District 5 Fall Conference, Annapolis Doubletree Hotel, Annapolis, MD NOVEMBER 7 Ex-Com Meeting, Paoli Presbyterian Church, Paoli, 7:30pm 20 Deadline for December Pilot DECEMBER 5 Ex-Com Meeting, Paoli Presbyterian Church, Paoli, 7:30pm 8 or 15 Holiday Party Continued on next page United States Power Squadrons, We are America s Boating Club!21

22 MLSPS Calendar continued from previous page Red letter days are MLSPS events. JANUARY 2 Ex-Com Meeting, Paoli Presbyterian Church, Paoli, 7:30pm 17 Dinner Meeting FEBRUARY 6 Ex-Com Meeting, Paoli Presbyterian Church, Paoli, 7:30pm 21 Dinner Meeting MARCH 6 Ex-Com Meeting, Paoli Presbyterian Church, Paoli, 7:30pm 16 Change of Watch Climb Aboard the MLSPS Pilot! Advertise in 1 issue or all 6: February, April, June, August, October and December. Your ad can start in any issue! Choose a size: 1/8 page (2 H x 3 ½ W) -- $10 per issue or $50 for 6 issues ¼ page (4 1/4 H x 3 ½ W or 2 H x 7 ¼ W) -- $20 per issue or $100 for 6 issues ½ page (4 ¼ H x 7 ¼ W) -- $40 per issue or $200 for 6 issues Provide some info: Your name Name of Business Mailing Address Phone Place an ad: Create your ad as a jpg or pdf. Make sure it fits one of the sizes listed above. Write a check to MLSPS for the ad size and number of issues you want to buy, then mail it with this form to Wayne Barrett, 33 Park Ave., East Fallowfield, PA your ad to Pilot Editor Ginny Parry at ginnyparry@gmail.com. MLSPS reserves the right to determine the acceptability of all advertisements in.!22 United States Power Squadrons, We are America s Boating Club

23 Main Line Sail and Power Squadron 130 Oakwood Lane Phoenixville, PA FIRST CLASS MAIL RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED Guest Editor: Patty Pezely Editor: Ginny Parry Asst. Editor: Lance Parry is a publication of Main Line Sail and Power Squadron, a unit of United States Power Squadrons. is published in February, April, June, August, October and December, is on the web at and on Facebook at Main Line Sail & Power Squadron. The August 2018 issue deadline is Monday, July 30. Welcome to membership beyond boa3ng.