NORTHWIND - OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF D11N Volume 19, Issue 3. What uniform will be worn, does everyone have one and do they know how to wear it?

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1 NORTHWIND - OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF D11N NORTHWIND Official Newsletter of District 11 Northern July 2013 COMO ROD COLLINS District Commodore, D11N IN THIS ISSUE DISTRICT COMMODORE Page 1 DCAPT SUPPORT Page 2 A few years ago a common phrase was Back to Basics. Well I would like to take us all back to our basics in the Auxiliary. The Auxiliary is fortunate to have the opportunity to work and support the Coast Guard on a multitude of missions, however our main mission is Recreational Boating Safety. Our National Commodore s Vision Statement is The Coast Guard Auxiliary will continue to meet America's ever changing needs through increased attention to recreational boating safety, security of America s waterways and improved methods of educating the boating public. As we are all aware we spread the boating safely message to the public in many ways, such as teaching boating classes, performing vessel exams, at boat show booths, etc. When your flotilla is planning their activities here, are few things I would like to have everyone think about: When deciding which public events to attend or support: What will be expected of your group at this event Will you be able to interact with the public and other organizations to further the Boating Safety message? Will you have sufficient staff and materials to support the event? What uniform will be worn, does everyone have one and do they know how to wear it? As we continue to deliver the boating safely message, all of our planning, training members directly reflect on our message. We need to guarantee that when we attend events we are prepared and know how to spread the boating safely message. When deciding on which training classes to offer your members: Do we offer any Back to Basics classes for everyone to tone up? Will training be provided early enough in the year for new members so they feel comfortable at the events being supported? Are all of your members aware of the focus for ads and collateral from National for this year? Is this training providing more end for our members? (Continued on page 2) AFTER 20 YEARS Page 4 AMERICA S CUP 72 CLASS Page 5 PHOTO GALLERY Page 6 CALENDAR OF EVENTS Page 7 D11N NORTHWIND NEWSLETTER TEAM Curtis Han DSO-PB William Kinsey ADSO-PB Victor Beelik ADSO-PB Dennis Wilson ADSO-PB

2 2 (COMO Rod Collins - continued from page 1) If we are not trained correctly and constantly it will be tough for people to see us as the experts we are. We get new members who want to get involved with the flotilla events but do they really know the state boating laws? How to fit life jackets? So why not have a refresher class during your flotilla meetings to review the typical questions that come up from the public. This way new and experienced members get the value. When deciding on the public education classes that you are going to offer: Do you use currently technology to present you classes? Are class materials current and professional looking? Are you delivering the classes in the manner that your boating public expects? Do you offer a 13 week Boating Skills and Safety class but cannot find students? o Maybe it s time to break it into 2 offerings Are paddle sports popular in your area? o If yes do you offer those classes? Do you solicit feedback from your students on your classes? Do you have your best instructors instructing in the classes? Are you training new instructors to take over when your current ones are not available? Are you offering the courses that your boating public is looking for? This should be a quick yearly exercise to make sure you are still in touch with your market. The Auxiliary provides a great service to the boating public and the Coast Guard. We need to make sure that we are current in everything we do, are up to date on all of training and qualifications, and wear our uniforms correctly as the public sees no difference in our uniforms and the active duty. I Thank You for the time you put in to the best volunteer organization there is. So go out and make the waters safe and have a great time doing it!! Rod Collins BILL CORRELL District Captain - Support, D11N COAST GUARD AUXILIARY UNIFORMS: I think talking about the clothing we wear while performing our missions for the Coast Guard would be helpful. UNIFORM: What does the term uniform mean and how does it apply to the Auxiliary. The Dictionary tells us a uniform is a type of clothing worn by members of an organization while participating in that organization's activities. All Auxiliarists are authorized and encouraged to wear the various Auxiliary uniforms or the Blazer outfit. Auxiliarists must adhere to uniform policies when engaged in Coast Guard and Auxiliary programs and activities. Uniforms shall be worn as prescribed in Coast Guard Uniform Regulations, COMDTINST M (series), except as noted in chapter 10 of the Auxiliary Manual COMDTINST M (series). (Continued on page 3) OPS PHOTO GALLERY DIVISION 1 OPTREX BERKELEY MARINA MAY 4, 2013 Submitted by: Dennis Wilson, ADSO-PB

3 3 (Bill Correll - continued from page 2) The privilege for us to wear the Coast Guard Uniform is granted by the Commandant and administered through Auxiliary Directors (DIRAUX) and the Auxiliary chain of leadership to comply with standards established for its proper wear and use. Keep in mind members may receive administrative discipline up to and including termination for repeatedly violating these policies. EXPECTATIONS: No member in the Auxiliary may authorize you to wear any garment with the Auxiliary uniform that is not contained specifically in the current Auxiliary Manual. If you cannot wear a proper uniform of the day then you may, for some meetings or activities, wear appropriate civilian attire. The Staff HR is primarily responsible for knowing the current and proper elements of uniform wear and I have asked Ann Zocchi our DSO-HR to reinforce the proper uniform wear with new members and the subordinate staff elements of Human Resource. The enforcement of these policies as always rests with unit elected or operational leaders at all levels within the Auxiliary. Naturally, every member continues to be a mentor for their fellow Auxiliarists and should remind them when they notice a uniform error, so that we represent the Coast Guard, the Auxiliary, your unit and yourself as is desired by the Commandant. All of the Auxiliary uniforms may be acquired from the Uniform Distribution Center, with the accessories purchased either from the Auxiliary National or District Stores. If you acquire your uniform from another source, such as other uniform stores or ebay, etc., you should make sure that they meet the current standards for a Coast Guard Auxiliary. In addition they must be maintained in true serviceable condition, please refer to the following link for guidance; What are the uniforms that are typical for the Auxiliary to wear for most of their activities; sometimes called the Uniform of the Day; (The Tropical Blue and Operational Dress Uniforms are most common year around Uniforms). In addition we are authorized to wear a Dinner Dress Blue or Dinner Dress White and on those occasions an acceptable alternative would be the Service Dress Blue or the Blue Blazer Combination. We are also authorized to wear the Service Dress White Uniforms but for the average Auxiliarist you would seldom be asked to wear them or have in your sea bag. SPECIAL DUTY UNIFORMS: Pilots, Aircrew and Auxiliary Food Service are typical assignments that have their own special uniform items. Members considering these duties should refer to the Auxiliary Manual for the descriptions of these Special Duty Uniform items. AUXILIARY POLO SHIRT: The Auxiliary Operations Dark Blue Polo Shirt may be worn as an alternative to the Operational Dress Uniform (ODU) top, and the Hot Weather Uniform shirt for patrol activities. The Vessel Examiner Light Blue Polo Shirt may be worn as an alternative to the Operational Dress Uniform (ODU) top and the Hot Weather Uniform shirt for Vessel Examiner missions. No logos, patches, insignia, name tapes, nor name tags of any type may be worn on this shirt. HOT WEATHER UNIFORM: The Hot Weather Uniform is authorized as an optional uniform for Auxiliarists. The Director shall prescribe the proper season for its wear. The HWU is appropriate for personnel performing outdoor activities in locations where humidity and high temperatures cause physical discomfort or in extreme work environments. It is not appropriate for routine office wear. It is not authorized for wear while commuting to and from a Coast Guard duty station or any public affairs setting, although it may be worn directly to and from a point of Auxiliary patrol or vessel safety check activity. UNIFORM OF THE DAY and AUXILIARY EXAMPLES: The Director (DIRAUX), or elected leaders at any level, may require a specific uniform be worn to participate in Auxiliary activities other than those listed above. Elected and appointed leaders are expected to wear the uniform properly to set an example. COMMON UNIFORM ERRORS: There have been a number of uniform changes that took place last December and there are no grace periods for members to comply with these changes. In some cases we have other frequent errors that I am sure the members are just not aware of the proper uniform items. Tropical Blue Uniform Tee shirts With the Tropical Blue Uniform the ONLY Tee shirt is a white V neck. Not 'no Tee shirt at all, no undershirt or a crew Tee shirt. Operational Dress Uniform (ODU) Tee Shirt It should be a blue crew neck Tee shirt with ' USCG Auxiliary' on the left breast side of the Tee shirt, so if you are asked to convert to the Hot Weather Uniform you will still be in an approved Uniform. Not just a blue crew Tee shirt or a black Tee Shirt. Tennis or Boat Shoes While tennis shoes and boat shoes are acceptable with the Operational Dress Uniform, Hot Weather Uniform or the Polo variants when working on or around (Continued on page 4)

4 4 (Bill Correll continued from page 3) vessels, they are NOT acceptable to be worn with the Tropical Blue or Service/Winter Dress Uniforms. With these Uniforms you should be wearing black low quarters in leather or Corfram. Auxiliary Baseball Hats While this is standard head gear for our Operational Dress Uniform, Hot Weather Uniform or the Polo variants, it is no longer acceptable to be worn with the Coast Guard Light Blue Shirt (Tropical Blue). Collar Device on Tropical Blues - Collar devices are not worn on any Coast Guard Light Blue Shirt (Tropical Blue), you will wear the enhanced shoulder boards only. The collar devices are still worn with the Winter Dress Blue Uniform. Belt and Buckle On all uniforms you are required to wear a belt. With the Operational Dress Uniform it will be a black web belt with subdued (black) tip and open face black buckle or black rigger belt. Not the same belt you wear with your Tropical Blue Uniform, which should be a black web belt with silver tip, and a silver buckle or silver Auxiliary buckle. Never a black or any leather belt with silver open face buckle. PROPER UNIFORM DISPOSAL: The procedure for proper disposal of Coast Guard (Auxiliary) uniforms is described in the Auxiliary Manual Chanter 10, staring on page However a hint is don't just take it to Goodwill or sell it on ebay. I would encourage you to look at the your Unit Materials Officer to see if you have a Unit Uniform Closet where new members may make further use of your uniforms if they are serviceable, or check with the District Materials Officer to see if they are maintaining the same type of uniform re-use supplies. Otherwise if not sold or given directly to another Auxiliarist, they must be destroyed. Well Shipmates I hope this is helpful, but remember wearing the proper and correct uniform is part of being in the Auxiliary. May you all have fair winds and smooth sailing, have fun but be safe out there... Semper Paratus, Bill Correll After 20 Years by Vic Beelik, ADSO-PB I just received my MEMBERSHIP CERTIFICATE AWARD for twenty years of service as a member of the USCG AUX. Wow! Twenty years sure went by fast. My mind wonders What made you stay with the AUXILIARY for so long.it really did not seem that long? Sure, as you get older time seems to fly fast, but TWENY YEARS in the AUXILIARY?? Thinking about it, the twenty years seem short because I was never bored doing what comes to me naturally.sharing and learning. In the first few years I found that my fellow members in the Auxiliary were interested in what I had to say, which led me to become the editor of the flotilla monthly newsletter the DIRECTION FINDER. Once I started writing, I found that people were actually reading my articles and their positive comments encouraged me to more research and sharing the results with others for more than half of those twenty years. As a qualified instructor it gave me the opportunity and great pleasure to pass on the various aspects of navigation and seamanship that I acquired during my ocean sailing/racing experience of over 45 years, to not just my fellow Auxilliarists, but to the newcomers to boating as well. I enjoyed learning from my fellow Auxilliarists. If you think about it, all the members of the Auxiliary have a life long experience behind them. Spending time with my shipmates resulted in learning and learning is what life is all about! What kept me and still keeps me going, is my desire to thank this great nation of ours that gave me the opportunity to start a new life after our escape from the communists after the Second World War. I will never forget the night on November the 6th 1949 when our ship anchored in New York harbor with the Statue of Liberty greeting us: WELCOME TO THE LAND OF THE FREE As a 18 year old lad I watched, spell bound, the lights of the city all night and the next day we set foot on the promised land of opportunity that gave me and our family a new start on life. THANK YOU AMERICA! (Vic Beelik is a member of Flotilla 11-04, currently serving as publications officer in Flotilla, Division and District levels, as well as other staff positions.)

5 5 AC72 AMERICA S CUP 72 CLASS 2013 America s Cup from the official website of AC72 The AC72 (America s Cup 72 class) is a wing sail catamaran box rule, governing the construction and operation of the yachts to be used in the 2013 Louis Vuitton Cup selection series and the 2013 America's Cup. This new and revolutionary design is extremely expensive and has allowed the development of foils which lift the hull out of the water in some conditions leading to extreme boat speeds. The AC72 is the new class of yacht created specifically for the 2013 America s Cup by the best designers in the world with input from the best sailors in the world to deliver a cutting-edge design for the pinnacle of the sport. Crewed by 11, the AC72 catamaran is a lightweight speedster that measures in at 72 feet long by 46 feet wide and weighs 13,000 pounds. The AC72 is powered by a wing sail that stands 131 feet tall and covers 2,798 square feet in area. The dimensions add up to an athletic yacht that s long and light, wide and stable, and possesses incredible speed potential. When the wind-speed hits 18 knots, the AC72 sails at 35 knots (40 mph). When the boat-speed reaches 43 knots, a speed easily achieved off the wind, the catamaran is capable of sailing its 72-foot length in a single second. By comparison, the sloops used in the 2007 America s Cup had a top average speed of 12 knots, meaning they sailed their 80-foot length in four seconds. A dynamic feature of the AC72 is its ability to hydrofoil. Hydrofoils significantly reduce drag and further increase speed, and designers recognize that refining the efficiency of those appendages has become as important to success as the plans they create for the hulls and wings. In testing on the smaller AC45s, hydrofoiling increased the boat s performance potential by an average of 25 percent. LIST OF AC72 CATAMARANS SYNDICATE SHIPYARD NOTES Emirates Boat #1 launched and christened New Zealand on July 21, Cookson Boats Team New Zealand Hydrofoiling capability. Decommissioned Boat #1 launched and christened 17 on August 30, Extensively Oracle Oracle Racing damaged in October 16, 2012 capsize. Relaunched on February 4, Team USA Hydrofoiling capability Luna Rossa Team Italy Artemis Racing Team Sweden Emirates Team New Zealand Oracle Team USA Artemis Racing Team Sweden Persico King Marine Cookson Boats Oracle Racing King Marine Launched and christened on October 26, Sistership to Team New Zealand boat #1. Hydrofoiling capability Boat #1 launched and christened on November 3, Underwent improvements between February 13 and March 22, Deemed a "complete loss" in May 9, 2013 capsize resulting in the death of one crew member. Boat #2 launched and christened New Zealand Aotearoa on February 3, Hydrofoiling capability Boat #2 launched and christened Oracle Team USA 17 on April 23, Hydrofoiling capability Boat #2 launched and christened Artemis Racing on July 22, Hydrofoiling capability LOUIS VUITTON CUP: JULY 7 AUGUST 30 AMERICA S CUP FINALS: SEPTEMBER 7 21

6 NORTHWIND OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF DISTRICT 11 NORTHERN Photo Gallery Above: Additional photographs of members participating in operations and training missions. Photos from OPTREX Berkely and Alameda Right: District 11N Honor Guard Team, th leading the 4 of July parade, Alameda, CA. Photo submitted by Rick Pisio, Photograph contributions: Please submit high-resolution photos to Dennis Wilson, ADSO-PB d11n.adso.pb@gmail.com Please include: Description of each photograph Name of member submitting photograph 6

7 7 District Calendar of Events JANUARY JUNE, 2013 AUG 1-31 Dues Member Payable Payment to FSO-FN AUG 3 Division 11 OPTREX Lake Tahoe, NV POC: DeeDee Kincade AUG 9-10 Division 7 OPTREX Jordanelle Reservoir, UT POC: COMO Mike Williams AUG NATIONAL CONFERENCE (NACON) San Diego, CA AUG 19 WEBINAR District EXCOM Meeting AUG 21 WEBINAR District Board Meeting SEP 1 DUES Member Payment Late Referred to FC: Issue ANSC 7035 with a retention contact SEP 7 District Board and Staff Meeting & Elections Coast Guard Island, Alameda SEP 7-8 PCA TRAINNIG FAIR Coast Guard Island, Alameda POC: Mary Kirkwood SEP 14 DIVISION 11 OPTREX Lake Tahoe, NV POC: DeeDee Kincade SEP Division 10 OPTREX Millerton Lake, Fresno, CA POC: Rod Rollins SEP 23 NORTHWIND Articles Due RESPONSE Due to DSO-PB SEP 28 PCA OPEX Coast Guard Island, Alameda POC: Dean LaChapelle OCT 1 DUES ANSC 7035 with contact documentation Due to DSO-HR OCT 4-6 Flotilla 55 OPTREX USCGSTA Bodega Bay POC: Wil Sumner OCT 14 WEBINAR District EXCOM Meeting OCT 16 WEBINAR District Board Meeting OCT Flotilla 3-10 OPEX (NO QE TESTING) Sacramento/San Joaquin/Delta POC: Dean LaChapelle NOV 1 DUES ANSC 7035 at DIRAUX DSO-HR to DIRAUX NOV 2 Division 11 COW TBA NOV 3 Division 4 COW TBA NOV 9 Division 6 COW TBA NOV District Board Meeting & Elected Officer Training Coast Guard Island, Alameda DEC 1 Division 3 COW Location: TBA POC: Carl Pierce DEC 7 Division 5 COW Zio Fraedos, Vallejo, CA POC: James Minkel DEC 8 Division 12 COW Pier 29, Alameda, CA POC: Joe Cannon DEC 14 Division 10 COW Marie Calender s, Fresno, CA POC: Phil Grove DEC 23 NORTHWIND Articles Due ALL Due to DSO-PB Please refer to the online District 11N Calendar for recent updates and information: Disclaimer: The NORTHWIND reserves the right to proof read and edit-copy all articles submitted. It takes no responsibility and accepts no liability for damages caused by errors left in the document. It cannot accept responsibility for the validity of web sites that link from this publication. It also cannot accept responsibility for any content submitted by any author. Articles published in the NORTHWIND must be consistent with the stated policies of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. Telephone numbers and addresses of members are protected by the Privacy Act of As a matter of policy, rosters of names, addresses and telephone numbers shall not be made available to the general public or any outside organization. Privacy of all rosters shall be safeguarded and the page clearly labeled. The publication of these rosters addresses and telephone numbers on any computer on-line service including the internet is prohibited by the 1974 Privacy Act.

8 8 NORTHWIND is the official publication of the United Stated Coast Guard Auxiliary, District Eleven North. Article contributions by the following: Rod Collins, District Commodore Bill Correll, DCAPT-Support Additional contribution by: Vic Beelik, ADSO-PB Photograph contributions by: Rick Pisio, Division 12 Dennis Wilson, Division 5 Georgieanna Scheuerman, Division 12 Website: NORTHWIND Publications Team: Curtis Han DSO-PB William Kinsey ADSO-PB Victor Beelik ADSO-PB Dennis Wilson ADSO-PB District 11 North Webmaster Jimmin Chang DSO-CS Design and Layout: Curtis Han dso-pb@d11nuscgaux.info NORTHWIND Official Newsletter of District 11 Northern Commander (dpa-n) Coast Guard Island, Building 50-2 Alameda, CA [Addressee] [Street Address] [City, ST ZIP Code]