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MEETINGS: 3RD WEDNESDAY - EMERGENCY SERVICE COMPLEX, COMMERCE
ST., MANNING
THE INLAND SEA FLOTILLA 12-1 LAKE MARION, SC
USCG AUXIL IARY JOURNAL
FLOTILLA COMMANDER William Hayes Now I understand why people
say,"it seems like Christmas comes faster every year". It is
that time of the year again. As I reflect over the past year,
I am reminded of the great group of dedicated members we
have here at 12-1. You all deserve commendation for your
service. It seems that we were just planning the 3 day 175
mile PTSD trek. Thanks to you, 12-1 escorted the group
through the majority of our AOR and coordinated with DNR for this
joint venture. After a busy Summer, we participated in the
Mass Evacuation Exercise in
Charleston. That was a real world exercise. Members
of 12-1 were well represented as usually is norm rather than the
exception. All this was followed by the QE re-certification
of our 2 coxswain and 2 of our crew members. Keep up the good
work! The next year will be another exciting year. Looking
forward there is much work to do. We cannot afford to rest on
yesterday's accomplishments. Let us all strive to
improve our skills. One way to start is to put the Mandated
Training to your aft. Always positively promote the Auxiliary and
be professional in our actions, speech and dress. Thank you
to all of you and your families for the commitments you make.
I am blessed to be a part of such a fine group of people.
Bravo Zulu! Merry Christmas! ΩΩ * I would like to
congratulate Bob, Perry and Joe on their successful QE
Re-certifications. I would also like to thank Ron for handling
comms and Larry for serving as crew. Great job by all .
“USCG AUXILIARISTS RECEIVE NO PAY, NOT BECAUSE THEY ARE
WORTHLESS BUT BECAUSE THEY ARE PRICELESS”
FC 12-1 William Hayes and VFC 12-1 Bob Young re-elected for
2016
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Lake Marion is the largest lake in South Carolina (173.7 Sq.
Mi./110,600 acres) (33rd in US), centrally located and with
territory within five counties. The lake is referred to as SC’s
Inland Sea. Combined with Lake Moultrie (60,000+ acres) and the
upper Cooper River, Flotilla 12-1’s responsibility exceeds 250,000
acres (390+ square miles). We also patrol the Santee and Congaree
Rivers.
FLOTILLA VICE COMMANDER VFC Bob Young
Winter is upon us (can't believe I'm really saying that here in
SC), but it really is - and with it, all of the inherent hazards
associated with cold weather boating. Here in SC, it is far too
easy for a boater to wake up on a sunny, warm winter day, load up
to go out for a day on the water, and forget the dangers the colder
water presents to him and his/her passengers. We have all had cold
water immersion training. Unfortunately, most others have not. If
you know someone who
regularly goes boating in the winter, speak to them about the
dangers of cold weather / cold water immersion and the critical
importance of wearing their life jacket. It can make the difference
between surviving and not surviving an unintentional dunk in the
lake. Also remind them that with winter comes decreased boating
activity on the lake, as a whole, and any necessary rescues or
assistance can be long in coming. Bottom line - be prepared for
cold weather, make sure you have a float plan, and wear your life
jacket. Ω
Moses - Exceptional Performance of Duty - VEs
Flotilla 12-1 Best in District 7 VEs 2014
Cert. of Appreciation Hayes - Young - Moses 2015 Great Portage
Race participation
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Since last spring it has been the goal of the MT to have all
coxswain and crew trained and ready for the recertification QE
before the end of 2015. We started in April with an all-day on
water training exercise reviewing towing, man overboard and
anchoring with Festus Burchfield as our instructor. We continued
our review of navigation, SAR’s and other crew and coxswain
material at each flotilla meeting followed by another on water
training patrol in late August. I am happy to report that all
participating candidates passed with flying colors and have been
re-certified.
The QE was held on 14 November 2015, along with fine weather at my
lake house on Wyboo, Lake Marion, SC. Richard Daniel and Allen
James were the QE’s and did a great job confirming that all of our
candidates met the standard requirements for their relative PQS. We
first completed the navigation exercise and knot tying then broke
for lunch at a nearby restaurant. After lunch we boarded our
facilities and did our pre-underway checks and GAR under the
watchful eye of the QE’s then began the various on water
evolutions.
In addition to the
members of flotilla 12-1, we were joined in the recertification by
Festus Burchfield who was re-certified as coxswain. Congratulations
to all, Bob Young as crew, Joe Livingston, Festus Burchfield and
Perry Moses as coxswain.
The attached photo was taken during our lunch break. Ω
MEMBER TRAINING Perry Moses III
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THE INLAND SEAOPERATIONS Joe Livingston, VCDR 12
On 14 November three members of your OPS Group successfully
completed a mandatory QE to re-qualify for their respective
specialties. Bob Young, VFC 12-1, re-qualified for Boat Crew; Perry
Moses, FSO-MT, and Joe Livingston, VCDR 12(e), re-qualified for
Coxswain. Joining us and also re-qualifying for Coxswain was Festus
Burchfield, FC 12-3/District 7 Operations Officer and QE. Ron
Cunningham served as radio watch stander for the event. Also
assisting with the event as boat crewmen were William Hayes, FC
12-1, and Larry Odom; Al Crothers, IPDCDR 12, from Flotilla 12-3.
This was a standard 3 year competency re-qualification QE that
involved testing on a broad range of topics related to Boat Crew
and Coxswain qualifications. Richard Daniel (Flotilla 12-8) QE, and
Allen “Hap” James, DCDR(e) 12/QE, administered the testing which
included both on-shore and on-water evolutions. The on-shore
testing, which included chart work, and various navigation and
seamanship questions, was conducted at Perry Moses’s lake house
(Thank You Perry!), after which the whole group got underway for
the on-water testing, which consisted of towing evolutions, man
overboard drills, testing on proper anchoring, as well as
successful set up and execution of a SAR pattern. The on water
testing was done aboard Flotilla 12-1 facilities “Miss Ally” and
“Reel Thrill”, and Flotilla 12-3 facility “Voyager”. As mentioned
above, all involved completed the process successfully. Bravo Zulu
to all!
On 5 December, your OPS Group mounted a MOM patrol on Lake
Marion. Onboard your facility “Reel Thrill” were William Hayes, FC
12-1, Perry Moses, FSO-MT, and Joe Livingston, FSO-OP. On Shore
standing radio watch at the flotilla trailer was Ron Cunningham,
FSO-VE. It was COLD but still a great day to be on the water and
the patrol was “OPS NORMAL”. Ω Semper Paratus!
“Who was that masked man?”
Thanks to Perry Moses for the photos
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THE INLAND SEAPUBLICATIONS COMO Jay Dahlgren
TAKING AUXILIARISTS SERIOUSLY
If Auxiliarists are to be taken seriously, they too should be
inc luded in the p lann ing process. A primary goal is to
create an organizational climate in which their input is
welcomed and respected, as each of us constitute a valued member of
the Coast Guard and the Auxiliary. A receptive organizational
climate is essential to the health of a unique program such as
ours. As with paid employees, organizational commitment increases
when we participate in decision making. Participation is no less
meaningful to many Auxiliarists, to instill a sense of
self-confidence and personal worth — attributes that enhance job
satisfaction, self-confidence, and ultimately retention by the
Auxiliary. From the organizational perspective, involving us in
program planning and decision making is yet another way 'the top'
can affirm their support for our program. It is also a highly
practical means to assimilate into the Coast Guard the "volunteer
intangible" — the special knowledge, insight, and caring that we
can lend to them. Additionally, the inclusion of our organization
in planning helps to al ign expectations regarding the relative
work responsibilities of each party. In sum, our volunteer
involvement provides the foundation for an organizational climate
in which we are accepted as partners in service delivery, and our
contributions are recognized and appreciated. Ω
LEXICON: INDIAN FAST-FOOD: SCURRY
FAREWELL As Sep may have told you, I will not be renewing this
year. I understand one can retire after 15 years of service. Please
let me know what actions need to be taken. I feel I can no longer
meet the ever changing requirements as put out from the USCG. I
will always look back at Flotilla 12-1 with a degree of pride.
Along with help from the bridge (Jay) and all the folks who saw a
need for the USCG AUX on Lake Marion we formed one. I say thank
you. Richard A. Phillips, ATON 12-1
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SAN ANTONIO, TX - Admiral Paul F. Zukunft, Commandant, presents
to Mrs. Mary Pratt and Commodore Pratt plaques for 50 years of
dedicated service. The presentation was at the National Commodore’s
Banquet at NACON.
COMO Pratt is our ASC for SECTOR CHARLESTON. He and wife Mary
joined the Coast Guard Auxiliary 8 September 1964. And, yes he did
begin with a Safe Boating Course (with oars?).
Riddle: The man who made it doesn’t want it. The man who bought
it doesn’t need it. The man who needs it doesn’t know it. ???
MATERIALS /VESSEL EXAMINATIONS Ron Cunningham
VE This year has been hard on all of us. We won the District 7
award and subsequently lost a couple of examiners so we have
dropped behind in total exams. Let’s stay vigilant on the water
searching for those boaters who need our help to make them safer.
Remember, just because they have been boating for many years and
believe they have everything, doesn't mean that what they bought
years ago has not expired or worn out. Let's continue to seek out
boats to examine during the off season. MA We have plenty of
printed material for the public to improve their safe boating
practices. If anyone needs any of these materials, please contact
me. Ω
South Carolina , 1778, Preamble We, the people of the State of
South Carolina grateful to God for our liberties, do
ordain and establish this Constitution.
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DOUBLE SHEET BEND The double sheet bend is recommended for
joining slick, thick or stiff ropes or lines. Doubling the turns
makes the knot more resistant to slipping and provides extra
holding power.
A. & B. The double sheet bend begins the same as the single
sheet bend with an open bight in the first line. Next, pass the end
of the second line up through the loop and twice around the legs.
The same caution about diagonal bitter ends (see single sheet bend)
applies. When drawing up this knot, don’t simply pull the ends to
tighten. Instead, carefully work out the slack in the turns before
pulling the legs of the open bight tight as traction against the
other working part. The finished knot. To make the knot relatively
permanent, seize the legs of the open bight as well as the other
working part to the other bitter end.
Definition of Diversity The concept of diversity
encompasses acceptance and respect.
It means understanding that each individual is unique, and
recognizing our individual differences. These can be
along
the dimensions of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation,
socio-economic status, age, physical abilities, religious
beliefs,
political beliefs, or other ideologies. It is the
exploration of these differences in a safe, positive, and
nurturing
environment. It is about understanding each other and moving
beyond
simple tolerance to embracing and celebrating the rich
dimensions of diversity contained within each individual. Ω
William Hayes, FSO-DV
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DECEMBER ‘15/JANUARY 2016
31 DEC FORM 7029 click for form09 JAN DIVISION 12 COW (page X)
20 JAN flotilla 12-1 31 JAN FORM 7029 click for form 17 FEB
FLOTILLA 12-1
CHECK WITH Joe Livingston AND Perry Moses III FOR SCHEDULED
PATROLS
WORDS
Another way of making enemies is to talk to your friends as only
a
friend should.
I’ve learned that we should be glad God doesn't give us
everything we ask for.
TRIVIA
There are more Italians in New York City
Than in Rome, Italy
√ It takes your food seven-seconds to get from your mouth to
your stomach. (Gulp) √ A woman's heart beats faster than a man’s. √
Zero is the only number that cannot be represented by Roman
numerals.
The land of no rivers – Saudi Arabia
Sounds a bit strange doesn’t it? For a country as big as Saudi
Arabia there has to be at least some sort of flowing
water. Well, there isn’t. Most of their fresh water comes from
desalinization plants or underground reservoirs.
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DECEMBER PATROLS IN SOUTH CAROLINA brrrr!
Thanks to Perry Moses for the photos
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THE INLAND SEAFLOTILLA 12-1 CHANGE OF WATCH AND HOLIDAY DINNER
2015 Thanks to Perry Moses for the pictures
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A coffin.
FLOTILLA 12-1 CHANGE OF WATCH AND HOLIDAY DINNER 2015 Thanks to
Perry Moses for the pictures Thanks to Lt. Prebeck, USCG, for
attending
Upon Dick Phillips retirement
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