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The nextExecutiveCommitteemeeting: Monday,March 11, 2019,6PM.Contact the Cdrfor details.
The BridgeCommander:Frederick Eddowes, [email protected](804) 932-3139
Educational OfficerLt/C William Simpson, [email protected](804) 966-2998
Asst Educational Officer1/Lt. David R. Teets, [email protected](804)370-7061
Executive Officer:Lt/C Michael B. Jezierski, [email protected](804)272-7108
Administrative OfficerLt/C Mary Palmer, [email protected](804) 447-4648
SecretaryLt/C G. David Childress, [email protected](804)784-0001
TreasurerLt/C Michael Silvay, [email protected](804) 360-7756
Volume 58, Issue 11 Monthly Newsletter March 2019
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®The official newsletter of the Richmond Sail & Power Squadron - a unit of the United States Power Squadrons
Change of Watch 2019Saturday, March 23, 2019
Social Time at 11:30AM; Luncheon at 12:00PMLakewood Community Center
1900 Lauderdale Dr, Henrico, VA 23238Reservation information on pages 5
Master of Ceremonies will be 1/Lt David R.Teets, AP (L) and conducting the Change ofWatch, representing District 5, will be ourown D/Lt/C Robert R. Palmer, SN-IN. Besure to mark your calendar and join in thefestivities when Bob will pledge MaryPalmer in as our next Commander.
Directions to Lakewood Community Center on page 6
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me, encouraged me and given methe benefit of their wisdom, skills andexperience.There have also been other memberswho have worked tirelessly to keepeverything on even keel. Thanks toMary Kline, John Etheredge, IreneKent Chamberlin, Mike Jezierski, BillMorrell, Rebecca Silvay, SusanTimpano and Betty Eddowes whohave contributed many hours to thesuccess of the RSPS. We couldn’thave done it without you.As we move forward into a new year,let’s maintain the momentum wehave of being a shining light ofAmerica’s Boating Club.Thank you again for allowing me toserve as your Commander.
It has been my pleasure andprivilege to serve as your SquadronCommander this past year. As asquadron, we have enjoyed manyfun activities including the SummerPicnic, the Oktoberfest and theChristmas Party. At the meetings,we have shared good fellowshipand have had several veryinteresting and informativeprograms.Thanks to our Educational Officer,Lt/C William A. Simpson, AP andour Asst. Educational Officer, DavidR. Teets, AP, our classes were wellattended and our new emphasis onproviding on-the-water trainingclasses have been well received.Because of their efforts and theircommittees, several new membershave joined the squadron.Vessel Safety Check Inspectorshave been busy and provided veryhelpful information to the boatingpublic.There are a lot of “Thank Yous” dueto the Bridge Officers who haveserved with me during this year.Along with them and the othermembers of the ExecutiveCommittee, the squadron has beena smooth running ship throughoutthe year..I want to express my sincere thanksand gratitude to some other mainstays of the Squadron. P/C’s FrankTimpano, Bob Palmer, Jim Zeigler,Dave Teets, Ernie Burnett, BillSelden, and George Bruner. ThesePast Commanders have supported
-Cdr Fred Eddowes
CommanderFrederick Eddowes11521 Doronhurst DriveProvidence Forge, [email protected](804) 932-3139
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Educational OfficerLt/C Bill Simpson5618 Virginia Park DrProvidence Forge, [email protected](804)966-2998
The Educational Departmentparticipated in the Richmond BoatShow by presenting seminars onvarious subjects for all three days ofthe event. We had five instructorsrotating every thirty minutesthroughout each day. Attendancewas mixed with a few no shows forsome presentations to four to tenper seminar. Many thanks go to JimZeigler, Dave Teets, Mike Silvayand Dave Childress for providinginstructor support for the seminarprogram.Our attendance was lower thanexpected mainly because of the badweekend weather (lowtemperatures, sleet, snow and rain)and the fact that we were set up inanother building further from themain crowd. If we are invited backnext year, we hope to eliminatethese issues.All in all, we did provide anadditional boat show presence forRSPS and shared some goodboating information to the boatersthat did attend.
Classes:Jim Zeigler began a combinationBoat Handling (old Seamanship)and Piloting class on March 5th
which will run to April 30th. Classesare held each Tuesday night from7:00 – 9:00 PM at the First BaptistChurch on Boulevard Avenue inRichmond.Part 2 of the Junior Navigation (JN)Course will resume on March 26th.We have five students attendingwith Charlie Gills (SN) instructingand Mark Swearengen and BobPalmer assisting.
Upcoming Events:Deltaville Yachting Center (DYC):Our Squadron will present a SafetySeminar series for DYC’s educationprogram on Saturday, May 18, 2019.These seminars will be USPS seminarsand will consist of:
1. Using VHF and Digital Selective Call-ing (DSC)
2. Person Overboard
3. Partner in Command
4. Emergencies Onboard
5. Hurricanes and Boats
Cost will be $65.00 for all five seminars.Also, we have plans to offer anotherBoater’s Boot Camp on June 22-23.This has been a very popular course fornew boaters and potential boat owners.Saturday the 22nd will consist ofclassroom seminars on Marine Weather,Boat Handling Under Power, VHF Radioand DSC, GPS, Buoyage System andNavigation Rules. On Sunday,attendees will board RSPS vessels for aday of on-the-water training which willbe spent practicing skills associated withtheir previous classroom lessons. Aflyer will be published soon on this greatevent. - Lt/C Bill Simpson
Asst. Educational Officer1/Lt David R. Teets6436 Boatswain LaneMechanicsville, VA [email protected](804)370-7061
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Administrative OfficerLt/C Mary H. Palmer1900 Lauderdale Dr, B114Henrico, VA [email protected](804) 447-4648
-Lt/C Michael Silvay
TreasurerLt/C Michael Silvay5233 Cobblers Stone CtGlen Allen, VA [email protected](804) 360-7756
Throughout this pastsquadron year, we havestayed on budget and endedthe year as break even thanks
to our educationalclasses and squadronevents. We have alsomade some adjustmentsto our savings accountsin order to earn a better
rate of return.Details of the Squadron's budget andfinancial status are available from theTreasurer or any Bridge Officer. You maycontact us directly or catch us at one of themeetings and we'll be happy to share thefinancial statements.
- Lt/C Mary Palmer
SecretaryLt/C G. David Childress1996 Covington RdCrozier, VA [email protected](804)784-0001
Compliments of
Shirley & Mike
Polaris
Ginger & Dave
- Lt/C Dave Childress
This is my last article as yourAdministrative Officer who handles theevents for our Power Squadron.
We had a super group attend theAnnual meeting on February 25th atCrossroads Art Center. Thanksto all of you who have faithfullyattended our meetings this year.
We attended to business, voted in the recommendedslate from the Nominating Committee and enjoyed aprogram brought by George Bruner, AP on RockettsLanding, the site of the 1880’s Yuengling Brewery, whichincluded a DVD. Thank you, George for a very interestingprogram.
Our next event is the annual Change of Watch, pledgingin our new Bridge, Executive Committee and othercommittee members. I hope you all will plan to attend theChange of Watch. For this event, you can bring yourmoney for the luncheon and you can pay at the door, but Ineed to know how many will be attending, so please callor email me with your name and how many are coming.Mary Palmer (804) 338-7416, [email protected]
Bob and I attended the United States Power SquadronsAnnual Meeting on February 20-23. We attended manyother sessions and will be sharing the contents of themwith you to inform you of the upcoming changes made thisyear.
Please plan to help out with our D5 Spring Conferencehospitality suite presentation and plan on attending, if youcan, on March 29-31 in Ocean City, MD. Call Jim Zeiglerto help with Richmond’s project for Friday night.
It has been fun working for you this year and I’m lookingforward to having the help of many of you for the nextsquadron year.
The Annual Meeting for theRichmond Sail and PowerSquadron was held on 25February 2019. 22 memberswere in attendance, a quorumwas achieved. The results ofthe election are as follows:
Commander - Mary H.Palmer, PExecutive Officer – vacant
Education Officer – William A. Simpson, APAssistant Education Officer – Lt/C David R.Teets, APAdmin Officer – David R. Duros, APSecretary – Irene Chamberlin, STreasurer – Michael Silvay, APExecutive Committee Members at Large – MaryLynn Tischer, S and G. David Childress, P.
Please be sure to attend the Change of Watch.
Compliments of
Kathy & Ernie
March11 - Joint Executive Committee Meeting13 - Summer Cruise Planning Meeting. (See below.)23 - Annual RSPS Change of Watch28-31 - Annual District 5 Conference - Ocean City, MD
(Click here for the D/5 Reservation Form)
April8 - Executive Committee Meeting
Calendar of Events
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Check one: ____Power ____Sail ____RV ____emailing photo
Lt. Ernie Burnett, 3313 Fox Chase Dr, Midlothian, VA 23112
2019 Change of WatchSaturday, March 23, 2019
Social Time: 11:30AMLuncheon: Noon
RSVP before March 18, 2019, to Mary Palmer via [email protected] or call (804) 338-7416.
Buffet Menu
Stuffed Chicken; Sliced Beef, Mashed Potatoes,Mixed Vegetables and Brownies.
Number Attending: _______ x $18.70 = $_______________
Please bring your check, payable to RSPS,for the above amount and pay at the door.
Thank You.
Summer Cruise Planning MeetingTo avoid a conflict withe Squadron Exec Mtg, the Summer Cruise PlanningMeeting will be held on Wednesday night, March 13 (instead of Monday the11th), at 7:00 PM at the Timpano's new home, 13329 Farmview Road,Ashland. Please let Frank know if you plan to attend at 804 435-1847 [email protected].
PARKING
Community Center
DirectionsThe entrance is at Lauderdale Dr. and John Rolfe Parkway at the traffic light. (Your GPSmay guide you to turn left off of John Rolfe or to turn left before light on Lauderdale. Thatis an old entrance.) As you enter the complex, follow the road until you come to a stopsign. Turn left (only way you can turn due to construction). Follow road around until youcome to a large parking lot on your left. It says Staff only, but not on this Saturday. Park inthis lot. Walk across the street and enter at covered entrance.
Look for RSPS signs. If there are no parking spots call Mary Palmer at (804) 338-7416.
John Rolfe Parkway andLauderdale Dr Intersection
Change of Watch 2019
Nominating Committee ReportIn accordance with Article 11, section 11.1 of the Richmond Sail and Power SquadronBylaws, the following members of the Squadron are recommended for election by theGeneral Membership at the Annual Meeting of the Squadron in February 2019.Members to serve in the office indicated, term as prescribed, during the Squadron year2019–2020 or as prescribed in the Bylaws.
Bridge Officers and Assistants:Commander: Mary H. Palmer, PExecutive Officer: OPENEducational Officer: William A. Simpson, APAsst. Educational Officer: P/C David R. Teets, APAdministrative Officer: David R. Duros, APSecretary: Irene Chamberlin, PTreasurer: Michael Silvay, AP
Executive Committee Members-at-Large:Mary Lynn Tischer, SDavid G. Childress, POPEN
Auditing Committee:P/C Frank H. Timpano, SN-IN (ending 2020)Marlene K, Zeigler (ending 2021)P/C Ernie Burnett, AP-IN (Ending 2022)
Rules Committee:P/C James A. Hall, AP (ending 2020)P/C Robert R. Palmer, SN-IN (ending 2021)P/R/C George, A. Bruner, Jr., AP (ending 2022)
Nominating Committee – Additional Members to be Nominated and Elected at theAnnual Meeting
As provided for in the Bylaws of the Richmond Sail and Power Squadron, Article 11, Section 11.1,additional candidates for any of the above positions may be nominated by petition in writing, signed by atleast five (5) active members in good standing and filed with the Secretary at least fifteen (15) daysbefore the date of the election during the Squadron Annual Meeting in February 2018.
Respectfully Submitted:
P/C James P. Ziegler, SN-INP/C Robert R. Palmer, SN-IN
Richmond Boat Show
The Boat Show Seminar series waspresented by Mike Silvay (upper lefton Boating Apps for the RecreationalBoater), Jim Zeigler (above, Tying UpYour Vessel) and Dave Childress (left,Trailering Your Vessel) to the variousattendees. While attendance waslight, the overall attendance at theshow was light due to the inclementweather that weekend.
Basic Navigation & SeamanshipSeamanship provides a foundation of knowledge and skills in boathandling and maneuvering, boat operation, skipper's responsibilities,and boating techniques that will advance your boating enjoyment. Ifyou have not completed the mandatory boating education courserequired by the State of Virginia, we can also arrange for you to meetthat requirement during this course.Basic Navigation (Piloting) - teaches you how to use the GPS alongwith traditional dead reckoning techniques for planning and laying outsafe routes, as well as ensuring that you are on-course whileunderway. The course covers; charts and their interpretation;navigation aids (buoys, daymarks, lights, etc.); the mariner’s compass;GPS concepts waypoints, routes and preplanning; monitoringprogress underway with GPS and dead-reckoning; and the “Seaman’sEye.”We include a one-day on the water session at the end of the course toprovide hands-on experience with many of a navigation andseamanship skills taught in the classroom.Cost is $150 for members and $275 for non-members (which includes1 year membership) which covers books, divider, plotter, tests andshipping due the first night of the class. Member and non-membercouples can share materials for an additional $15 to cover mailing andexam expenses. Course will run from 7:00 to 9:00 PM on Tuesdaynights from March 5 through April 30 at The First Baptist Church, 2709Monument Avenue (at Boulevard) in Richmond. You must register toattend with Jim Zeigler at 804-347-5239 or [email protected] beforeFebruary 26, 2017. The course is offered by the Richmond Sail and Power Squadron,one of the 400 units of the United States Power Squadrons. We are anon-profit, public service fraternal organization dedicated to teachingsafe boating that has been having fun together and teaching boatingskills for over 100 years. Our web site ishttp://www.richmondboatclub.com.
Seamanship and Basic Navigation
Seamanship
Provides a foundation of knowledge and skills in boathandling and maneuvering, boat operation, skipper'sresponsibilities and boating techniques. This course willadvance your boating enjoyment.
If you have not completed the mandatory boatingeducation course required by the State of Virginia, we canarrange for you to meet that requirement during [email protected]
Basic Navigation (Piloting)
Teaches you how to use theGPS along with traditionaldead reckoning techniques forplanning and laying out saferoutes, as well as ensuring thatyou are on course whileunderway. This course covers: Member cost: $200.00
· Charts· Navigation aids· Mariner's compass· GPS waypoints, routes
and pre-planning· Monitoring progress
underway with GPS anddead reckoning
· "Seaman's Eye"
BONUS: Additional day on thewater to provide hands-onexperience with the skills
learned in class.
Non-member cost: $290.00(Includes membership, books,dividers, plotters, exams andshipping)
Member and Non-membercouples can share materialsfor additional $15 to covermailing and exam expense
Tuesday nights March 5th toApril 30th, 7 PM to 9 PM
First Baptist Church, 2709Monument avenue,Richmond, Virginia
Register with Jim Zeigler at804 347-5239 [email protected]
Dead line: Before March 5th
MEMBER: Rank________ Name _________________________________________________ Grade ________
ADDRESS ______________________________________ CITY _________________ STATE ____ ZIP _______
SQUADRON __________________________________ POSITION ________________ FIRST TIMER? _______
E-mail ___________________________________________________________ PHONE ___________________
SPOUSE/OTHER ATTENDEES:
Rank _________ Name ___________________________________________ Grade_______ First Timer? _____
Rank _________ Name ___________________________________________ Grade_______ First Timer? _____
MENU SELECTIONSSATURDAY LUNCH:Lunch Sandwich Buffet: Sliced Meats and cheeses, Lettuce, Sliced Tomatoes # ___ @ $23.00 = $_____and Onions, Pickles with Assorted Rolls and Breads, Pasta Salad, Potato Saladand Home-Made Potato ChipsBrownies and Blondies, Coffee, Tea, Decaf Coffee & Iced Tea Stations
SATURDAY BANQUET ENTREE CHOICES:Beef Medallions & Mushrooms w/ Gravy over Garlic Mashed Potatoes # ___ @ $37.00 = $_____
Seafood Newburg over Garlic Mashed Potatoes # ___ @ $36.00 = $_____(Scallops, Crab & Shrimp in a Sherry Cream Sauce)
Vegetarian / Gluten Free Vegetable Stir-Fry served over Rice # ___ @ $27.00 = $_____
Selections served with: House Salad, Vegetable Medley, Rolls & Butter andChef’s Selection of Desserts, Coffee, Tea, Decaf Coffee, & Iced Tea Stations
Children: Chicken Tender Platter with French Fries #___ @ $14.00 = $_____
Dietary Restrictions: ____________________________________(Gluten Free Option Available)
Total Enclosed:$__________Make Checks Payable to: Delhigh Power SquadronSEND TO: P/C Kathleen Nowroozani, SN6951 Sunflower LaneMacungie, PA 18062Phone: (956) 240-5553E-mail: [email protected]
Recommended Dress for Banquet: Uniform B with bowtie or suitable after 6 attire.
MAKE ROOM RESERVATIONS DIRECTLY WITH HOTEL - Call Reservations Dept. at (800) 476-9253Use the Reservation ID Code: U.S. Power Squadron, District 5
Princess Royale Hotel, 9100 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MarylandNon-Smoking Venue - Handicapped Rooms available on a request basis
Rates: Ocean/Pool View Suite: $119.00 per night, Ocean Front Suite: $165.00 per night,2BR Condo: $254.00 per night, 3BR: $284.00 per night
(rates listed above do not include taxes)
ALL RESERVATIONS MUST BE MADE BY 7 MARCH 2019 TO ENSURE USPS RATES
MEAL RESERVATIONS mustbe received by 10 March 2019
RESERVATION FORMUnited States Power Squadrons® District 5 Spring Conference
28-31 March 2019Princess Royale Hotel, Ocean City, Maryland
Squadron MemberAddress 1Address 2City, State, zip
richmondboatclub.com
Richmond Sail andPower Squadron
Secretary Lt/C G. David Childress
1996 Covington RdCrozier, VA 23029
For more information, visit our website at richmondboatclub.com.
The Bullhorn is published monthly by and for the members of Richmond Sailand Power Squadron. Copyright 2019. No portion of this publication may bereprinted or reused without express written consent of the Editor. Contact theEditor, Lt Ernie Burnett, AP-IN at [email protected]; 3313 Fox ChaseDr., Midlothian, VA 23112. (804)241-4170.
We would like to recognize and thank our donors for their sponsorship of the Squadron's activities and mission.
Next Squadronmeeting will beat the Changeof Watch,March 23,2019.
We’ll see youthere!
We would like to recognize and thank our donors for their sponsorship of the Squadron's activities andWe would like to recognize and thank our donors for their sponsorship of the Squadron's activities and
Transom Ad Order Form Yes! I want to support the Squadron with a donation of $15.00.(NOTE: All current Transom Ads expire 3/31/2019)
Transom Ad Information
BoatName:______________________________________________
Or, Select "Compliments of" format:_______
Check one: ____Power ____Sail ____RV ____emailing photo
Member's name(s) to show (format is usually "Jane & John")
______________________________________________
Make check payable to RSPS and mail to: Lt. Ernie Burnett, 3313 Fox Chase Dr, Midlothian, VA 23112 email: [email protected]
