United States Power Squadrons District 10 America s Boating Club District and National Highlights July 2014 D10 Summer Rendezvous September 2014 USPS Governing Board Arlington, VA October 2014 D10 Fall Conference In This Issue Opportunities 1 Squadron Leadership 2 Calendar 2 Commander s Message 3 Educational Officer 4 D10 Rendezvous 5 Spring Conference Pictures 6 Member News 7 More Activities 7 Schneider One Carpet Ad 7 Spring Conference Pictures 8 St. Paul Sail and Power Squadron/Facebook Newsletter of the St. Paul Sail and Power Squadron Volume 51, Issue 5 May 2014 American Heart Saver CPR and First Aid 10 May 2014 Held at Regions Emergency Services 680 Hale Ave. North Suite 230 Oakdale, MN CPR 0800-1130 Lunch 1130-1200 First Aid 1200-1630 CPR $30 First Aid $30 Or both CPR and First Aid for $50 Classes taught by Karen Manor, RN Sign up online Questions: Call Karen at 651-492-1515 America s Boating Course Help teach ABC to new boaters and perspective squadron members. Starting 15 May at Bayport Marina See more information in Educational Officer s message in this issue. 17 May Stillwater Arrive at 12:45 for 1:00 event West Marine Parking Lot visit us @ stpaulsquadron.org Port of Sunnyside Marina Clubhouse Social Hour 1630 $15 Adults Dinner 1700 $5 Children (4-11) Program 1800 Free 3 and under Dinner features Mary s Marvelous Mostaccioli. Accompanied with salad, garlic bread, dessert. Coffee and wine served with meal. Bring your own beverage other than provided. Register by 11 May and pay online at stpaulsquadron.org or RSVP Nancy Anderson @ 651-433-3247 or nandaleco@frontiernet.net and send check made out to SPSPS to Greg Holmen, Treasurer, 1031 Sunrise Dr. Woodbury, MN 55124 SPSPS Treasure Island Rendezvous 27, 28 June 2014 Come by boat, RV or car. Book a slip, an RV slot, a hotel room or just come for a day. Call 651-385-3090 to book a boat slip Call 651-385-3060 to book a RV slot 5 slips and 3 slots held under Perry/SPSPS Booking deadline Monday 23 June
2 May 2014 Squadron Leadership Commander Cdr John Gagich 952-210-7029 jgagich@mchsi.com Executive Officer Lt/C Nancy Gagich 952-934-5978 ngagich@mchsi.com Administrative Officer Lt/C Kari Hill 763-218-5634 dkhill@embarqmail.com Asst Administrative Officer 1st/Lt Terry Higgins, JN 612-309-5703 terryshiggins@yahoo.com St. Paul Sail & Power Squadron Serving the Boating Community Since 1963 2014 May 12 May 17 May 18 May 31 June 9 June 27-28 Calendar of Upcoming Events Bridge Meeting@Davanni s, I94/White Bear Ave., 1900 (7PM) Ready Set Wear It! Stillwater, 12:30 PM Welcome Aboard Italian Dinner membership meeting, Sunnyside, 4:30 PM Invite from SCYC to Steak Lobster Party, Sunnyside, 5:00 PM Bridge Meeting@Davanni s, I94/White Bear Ave., 1900 (7PM) SPSPS Treasure Island Rendezvous Educational Officer Lt/C George Battis 651-452-4724 george.battisjr@securian.com Asst Educational Officer 1st/Lt Dave West, AP 651-429-3840 dwest@voyager.net July 14 July 18-20 Oct 24-26 Bridge Meeting @Davanni s, I94/White Bear Ave., 1900 (7PM) D10 Summer Rendezvous, Duluth, MN D10 Fall Conference, Door County, WI Secretary Lt/C Michael Tipler, AP 763-783-1887 mtipler01@comcast.net Treasurer Lt/C Greg Holmen, AP 651-739-4502 captgreg@manatee.ws Members at Large Lt/C Don Arneson, P 651-735-6476 Lt/C Jerry Brings, SN 952-851-0886 Lt/C John Cutler, JN 651-439-5925 Immediate Past Commander P/C Jeff Davis, AP 651-457-0588 Contributors to this issue: John Gagich, George Battis, Vivian Perry, Karen Manor, Nancy Anderson, Bob Schmit, Jenny Mollica, Art Mollica The Executive Committee meets monthly (Bridge Meeting) at 7:00PM at Davanni s Restaurant, I-94 & White Bear Avenue on a date noted above. All members are welcome, invited, and are encouraged to attend. USPS and United States Power Squadrons are registered trademarks of the United States Power Squadrons, Inc., Boat Smart is a trademark of United States Power Squadrons, Inc. for their public boating safety course. Contents and graphics are the property of the USPS and should not be reproduced without permission by groups other than squadrons and districts of the United States Power Squadrons, Inc. The River Skipper is published monthly for the members of St Paul Sail and Power Squadron Inc., a unit of District 10 United States Power Squadrons. Opinions are those of the writer and do not necessarily reflect the policy of, nor imply agreement with the Editor, St Paul Sail and Power Squadron, Inc., District 10 or USPS. The Editor reserves the right to accept, reject or revise submitted articles. Deadline for submission of articles is two days after the bridge meeting preceding month of publication. River Skipper Staff: Karen Schmit, Editor, karenkschmit@gmail.com or 952-435- 3362; Karen Manor, Photographer; Jenny Mollica, Mailing Committee.
River Skipper 3 Did You Know? if you sign up a prospective student that we are offering a membership incentive to that student receives the second year of membership at 50% off? That s right we are discounting the second year of membership at half price Thank You to Don Magnus for bringing the Skiff to put on display at the conference, we heard a lot of nice complements on the workmanship that went into the craft and really made the event feel nautical! Don is housing the skiff at his house for safe keeping, much appreciated Sir! From the Commander s Desk W e are off to a great start of our Squadron year 2014 and, really not kidding folks, boating season is just around the corner. I literally was just called today to schedule my boat launch for the week of April 21. Life s roughest storms prove the strength of our Anchors. - unknown author So far, we have installed a new Bridge, planned a wonderful fun filled year and hosted the Spring D10 District Conference. I want to take a moment and graciously thank Karen Schmit and her best mate, Bob for organizing and managing the D10 conference. Without their support and dedication along with all our members who provided their time, talent, donations, baskets, table setting, reservations and greeting people at the registration table, this event would not have been possible. Bob and Karen, congratulations on a very successful and profitable conference! You are the greatest! Kudos to you and your team! I especially liked the dessert at the Friday event with the addition of Hostess Twinkie s and Cupcakes, nice touch to the evening! Lastly, I want to Congratulate Dale Perry on his installation as the new D10 District Commander. Dale made an amazing appearance on Friday night singing Karaoke. He can now add that to his resume next to wine and beer making! Calling All Members Calling all members to help our SEO, Dr. George Battis! We are in a re-energizing year with our education department and Cdr John Gagich, S need your help. At our monthly board meeting we have 11 requests for ABC (America s Boating Course) and will be setting a training date within the next 3 weeks at one of our marina conference room facilities. George is seeking help from our members who can take small segments (small 1 or 2 hours) of the course and teach that part. We feel that if we have enough members to each take a small segment of the course and teach it, we will not have to ask anyone to sacrifice a lot of time. Please contact Dr. Battis at George.Battis@Securian.com or call 651-775-5800 or John Gagich at jgagich@mchsi.com or call 952-210-7029 to offer your assistance. This is a wonderful experience and a chance to engage in the education of new boaters. You might even make an amazing new friend and future member of our fine organization. Stay tuned for upcoming events and activities by checking out our website. www.stpaulsquadron.org. The website has had a couple of facelifts including now the ability for pricing events that require multiple levels of pricing using Paypal. Kari Hill and Terry Higgins along with lots of help from Nancy Anderson and Mary Holmen have a great line up for our next two meetings in April and May. Please check out Kari s event updates in the River Skipper. That s all for now will see you at the Fitting Out, Bingo and Potluck Meeting at the St. Croix Marina, Hudson, WI, 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM on April 27.
4 May 2014 Educational Officer USPS Member Course Sampling Seamanship Piloting Advanced Piloting Junior Navigation Navigation Cruising and Cruise Planning Engine Maintenance Instructor Development Marine Electronics Sail Weather Practical On the Water Training T he Commander has made it a priority for the education area this year to do the following, 1) to offer more classes to the membership, 2) to have several ABC classes for the boating public and 3) To help increase and retain the membership of our squadron through a high quality educational program. This year will be a great opportunity for the squadron members to showcase the width and breath of the educational experience of our numerous courses and seminars and more importantly a chance to welcome newcomers to the boating experience and of course friendship. Most of the boating public, who boat on the lakes and rivers in the state, do not usually have a support network of boating friends to ask when they encounter problems on the water nor do they have friends who are hardcore boaters to invite on the water. Those who have boats at marinas often find the others on the dock often do not come down except a few times a year or already have left to go out on the water. Those with families often find it difficult to find a boating experience that is both fun and family friendly for all members in the family. The USPS has long been known for all of these elements and more. The membership has an impressive degree of training experience and knowledge and varied social programs for the whole family. The quality of the educational programs was recently Lt/C George Battis, S recognized at the District meeting. Members are eager to lend a hand whether you are a new boater interested in "learning the ropes" or a seasoned mariner looking to go to the next horizon, the USPS has a program and help for you. ABC In short, if you want to learn safe boating and increase your skills while having a great time for the whole family, the USPS is hard to beat. The education kickoff is planned for the first ABC course at the Bayport Marina on May 15, 22, 29 and June 5 starting at 18:30-20:30 hours. I am looking for qualified instructors to help in this new kickoff for the first ABC course followed soon by other upper level courses this year. I will be working with Dave West, for the training calendar of courses and would like to hear from you, the membership what your interests are in other courses than the ABC course, so we can tailor this year's program for you. Let's take it to the next horizon! I can be reached at George.Battis@Securian.com or at 651-775-5800 and would like to hear your opinion as to what would make us a better educational department and courses you are interested in taking.
River Skipper 5 D10 Summer Rendezvous Duluth Sail and Power Squadron Dock Home base for the District Summer Rendezvous will be the Duluth Sail and Power Squadron dock facility, located in Superior, WI along Allouez Bay. Their dock facility is the best kept secret in the area. There is a great pavilion, fire pits, play center for the kids, port-a-potties, limited power and lots of room to roam. See the Duluth website at www.duluthsailandpowersquadron.com for pictures and more information. Hotel Information: Barker s Island Inn Resort and Conference Center 300 Marina Drive Superior, WI 54880 715-392-7152 800-344-7515 Website: barkersislandinn.com 20 rooms have been reserved for arrival on July 18. The room rate is $129 plus tax per night. The block of rooms are listed under Duluth Sail and Power Squadron. Reservations must be made by June 18, 2014. If arriving early or staying after the rendezvous, the rate is $99 per night. The hotel is located only a short drive, either by boat or car, from the dock facility. Barker s Island Inn overlooks the marina so if you would like to bring a boat and stay in the hotel, you will be right there. RV Information: RV parking will be available at the dock facility-free of charge. There is limited power available for everyone to share. There is no water or sewer available at the dock so plan accordingly. Other campgrounds are available in the area. Contact P/C Len Robinson for reservations at the dock or information on area campgrounds. Email: lrobinson@nwoutlet.com or phone at 218-391-3983. Watch the D10 website for more information or the registration form is available at www.stpaulsquadorn.org under the Newsletter tab. Register by May 11 Join Us Sunday 18 May Welcome Aboard Port of Sunnyside Marina Clubhouse 413 North St. Croix Trail Stillwater, MN More information on front page or online. SPSPS Treasure Island Rendezvous 27, 28 June More reservation information: Slip and slot booking deadline 23 June. To book a boat slip: Call 651-385-3090 with credit card #, vessel size and power needed. Cost per night: $25 for boars under 25 ft.; 25 ft and up add $1 additional per ft. Marina manager is Summer. 5 slips held under Perry/SPSPS. To book a 30 amp RV slot: Call 651-385-3060 with credit card # and power needed. Cost per night: $25/30 amps. Other slots $27/50 amps; $35/ premium 30 amps on grass and back in. (RV Park manager is Dale.) 3 30 amp slips held under Perry/ SPSPS. Information also available online or on front page.
6 May 2014 D10 Spring Conference 28-30 March 2014 Thanks to all who helped St. Paul Sail and Power Squadron host the District Conference. Your planning and participation efforts paid off with a meaningful, fun weekend for district members and guests. The weekend included a celebration of the past at the Friday night bandstand complete with a DJ, dancing and some karaoke. Members and guests danced to music from the bandstand era. On Saturday, the day was filled with planning and informational meetings and seminars including one on freshwater electric shock drowning prevention. Vessel Safety Examiners received training on the latest updates so that they can complete safety exams this summer. On Saturday evening, we celebrated with Dale and Vivian Perry at Dale s installation as District Commander. Newest squadron, Marinette/Menominee Sail and Power Squadron received its charter at the conference. Photos courtesy of Maury Rice, Karen Manor, Viivan Perry, Onis Budde, and Editor
River Skipper 7 Member News Congratulations To Pat Sheehan upon her retirement from a long and successful teaching career. Pat retired on March 7 from the Maple Grove School District where she taught in the social studies department at Maple Grove High School. Happy Retirement Pat! Also, our thoughts are with Pat as her father battles a respiratory infection. Pat s father lives in Mankato. A re you looking for some boating gear? Or do you have some quality boating gear you d like to sell? Get the Junk Out of Your Trunk Nautical Flea Market at the SCYC at Sunnyside on Saturday May 3. Call Mark Raiche at 612-229-1599 with questions. Practical On The Water Training United States Power Squadrons Saturday May 18 10am 5pm Lake Minnetonka Excelsior, MN Cost: $150 members $200 nonmembers Space is limited so register now at www.usps.org/owt Questions? Contact John Raby at 952-470-6266 or mn.safety@gmail.com You are cordially invited St. Croix Yacht Club s Annual Steak and Lobster Party Saturday May 31 5:00 Cocktails 6:30 Dinner Contact John or Nancy Gagich for more information. 7 ST PAUL MEMBERS
St. Paul Sail & Power Squadron 14709 W. Burnsville Pkwy, #138 Burnsville, MN 55306 ADVERTISING RATES Business Card Size $120/yr 1/4 Page $180/yr 1/2 Page $220/yr Members advertise boating items no charge. 2014 D10 Spring Conference Left: Incoming District Commander Dale Perry with Vivian Perry in the Change of Watch Grand March. Below: The district team that developed and presented the Electric Shock Drowning Prevention Seminar from left: Bob Schmit (St. Paul), Dave West (St. Paul), Bill Dohr ( Central Wisconsin), Dean Higgins (St. Paul), Allan Wentworth (Door County), John Gagich for Tim Farrell (St. Paul), Goeff Carman (Oshkosh), and Dale Perry (St. Paul.)