the sanibel-captiva sail & power squadron...
TRANSCRIPT
The Soundings is a publication of the Sanibel-Captiva Sail & Power Squadron, a unit of the United States Power Squadrons®
February 2012 1
ADVERTISER’S INDEX
Marine Max .................................... 8
Bouchard Insurance ....................... 8
Sanibel-Captiva Bank ..................... 9
Bailey‘s General Store .................. 10
The Bait Box ................................. 14
Nave Plumbing ............................. 17
Paramount Decorating................. 20
Shoreline Lumber ........................ 20
Sanibel-Captiva Trust Co. ............ 24
Be sure to THANK our advertisers for
their support whenever you are shop-
ping or visiting them. Their support is
critical to the future of a hard-copy
version of the Soundings. On-Line
Viewers can click on the Advertiser‘s
name to link directly to advertiser web-
sites.
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
From Your Commander ................. 1
Change of Watch Invitation ........... 3
Social Events Calendars .............. 4-5
Education Department ................... 6
Sanibel School Program ................. 7
New Advertisers ............................. 8
Administrative Officer.................. 10
Photos, Photos, Photos ............ 11-13
Introducing New Members .......... 14
―Talking Chairs‖ .......................15-17
Leap Year Cruise ...................... 18-19
Barnacle Phil‘s .............................. 21
Cruise to Key West by Ferry .. 22-23
An official publication of the Sanibel-Captiva Sail and Power Squadron, a unit of the United States Power Squadrons®, District 22
meeting minutes;
Flag Lieutenant P/D/C Bill Lucas,
SN, who offered sage advice at critical
times;
R/C Jim Strothers, SN, in charge of
the bar crew, Co-op Charting Chair,
helping our squadron to be an award
winner at the national level, and
SERAT Team Leader, introducing the
SERAT program at the National level;
Treasurer Lt/C Yvonne Neal, P, who
kept good track of our finances;
1/Lt Tom Fitzgerald who assisted
our treasurer at dinner meetings;
Lt Walt Knutzen, S and Lt Marti
Squitieri, AP, both of whom served
the squadron as Members-At Large —
Walt also sold advertising and Marti is
the teacher of the Sanibel School 6th
grade Seamanship classes;
Lt/C Bill Jennings, AP, who ran the
Admin Dept and offered many good
suggestions;
P/C Bob Healy, SN, and his team of
vessel safety checkers;
It seems like just yesterday we
had the 2011 change of watch and now
we are anticipating the next one on 21
February to be held at the St. Charles
Yacht Club. These are gala affairs and
a lot of fun. I hope that you will attend.
It has been a very rewarding
experience for me to have served as
your commander. This would have
been a much more difficult and chal-
lenging job if it weren‘t for the fact that
I had magnificent support from the
bridge, staff, committees and all squad-
ron members.
Special thanks to the following:
Executive Officer Lt/C Sami Lucas-
Hurn, AP, who not only efficiently
performed the duties of the office but
also provided invaluable advice and
conducted several ExCom and dinner
meetings during my recuperation from
knee surgery (she will make an out-
standing commander);
My predecessor P/C Carol Allen, AP,
who facilitated my transition;
1/Lt Victoria Ross, AP, for filling in
as Admin Officer while Bill J. was out
of the country, as well Editor of the
Soundings and Postmaster;
Our Secretary, Lt/C David Ross, P
who generated accurate and copious
FROM YOUR COMMANDER
Cdr Hal Theiss, N
The Sanibel-Captiva Sail & Power Squadron
SOUNDINGS
February, 2012
Commanders Report Continued on Page 2
The Soundings is a publication of the Sanibel-Captiva Sail & Power Squadron, a unit of the United States Power Squadrons®
February 2012 2
SANIBEL-CAPTIVA
SAIL & POWER
SQUADRON
UNIT 5071 OF UNITED STATES POWER SQUADRONS®, District 22
www.usps.org/localusps/sancap
In Coming EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE for 2012-2013
BRIDGE OFFICERS
Commander Lt/C Sami Lucas-Hurn, AP
[email protected] 239-822-7908
Executive Officer Lt/C Chap Vail, AP
[email protected] 239-233-1725
Educational Officer Lt/C Jack Purse, AP
[email protected] 239-233-7380
Admin Officer Lt/C Victoria Ross, AP
[email protected] 239-789-7338
Secretary Lt/C David Ross, P
[email protected] 802-318-3465
Treasurer Lt/C Ellen Trevor
[email protected] 239-472-0260
MEMBERS-AT-LARGE 2010-2011
P/C Hal Theiss, N [email protected] 239-395-1737
Lt Roger Heider, P [email protected] 239-395-0959
Lt Tom Niswonger, S [email protected] 239-395-9296
Lt Nick Googin [email protected] 239-689-5436
ASSISTANT OFFICERS 2010-2011
Assist. ED Officer P/C Steve Abbott, N
[email protected] 239-395-9409
Assist. Secretary 1/Lt Georgia Plumb
[email protected] 608-516-3831
Assist. Treasurer 1/Lt John Fridlington
[email protected] 207-232-0028
Congratulations to our newly elected Executive Committee. Be sure to
attend the Change of Watch Dinner at the St. Charles Yacht Club
Tuesday, 21 February, 2012, 1800—RSVP P/C Carol Allen, AP
Lt Ellen Trevor for her fine work with merit marks;
Lt Sandy Trevor, AP, our webmaster;
Lt Chap Vail, AP, who as Member-At-Large and serv-
ing as Safety Officer and introduced several safety
innovations;
Educational Officer Lt/C Ralph Sloan, AP, who
helped develop this season‘s classes and seminar
schedule;
P/C Steve Abbott, N, and Lt Jack Purse, AP, who
handled SEO duties during s recuperation ;
Lt Jay Brown, AP for leading the ABC-3 classes this
winter, along with Bob Giller and Dick Travas;
Membership Chair Lt Anne Kimball, P, who regis-
tered and welcomed over 50 new members and also
planned and organized a very successful Charter party;
Lt Betty Jennings, who arranged for a successful
season of C&R‘s and overnight cruises;
Lt Kate Fizer for her great job with the roster and
dinner meeting reservations;
Lt Marilyn McCormick who manned the phones for
the dinner count and Lt Sylvia Heider for phoning
all new members to personally invite them to attend
our events;
Lt Francine Dale who manned the Ship‘s Store;
Budget Committee P/Lt/C Mike Neal, P, and Lt Ken
Nirenberg, S, who provided well thought-out budg-
ets for 2011 and 2012;
Chaplain Lt/C Dale McGinley, SN, who provided
inspiring invocations;
Lt Ellen Sloan and Lt Nancy Sampson who filled
in for chaplain McGinley when he was out of town;
Lt Steve Cservenyak, who added excitement to our
dinner meetings with the 50/50 raffle;
And, to all the members who volunteered to help in a
myriad of very important ways: writing for the
Soundings, manning Boat Show and other event
tables; Vessel Safety Examiners; classroom and
seminar instructors; helping with dinner meetings,
especially the clean-up! Our squadron is “doing it
right” thanks to all of you!
I look forward to the future as a Silver Trident,
should the current Silver Tridents vote to invite me to
join their ranks.
Cdr Harold L. Theiss, N
The Soundings is a publication of the Sanibel-Captiva Sail & Power Squadron, a unit of the United States Power Squadrons®
February 2012 3
Braised Beef Short Rib
with Burgundy reduction
and potato gratin and roasted
fall vegetables
Tuesday, 21 February 2012 St. Charles Yacht Club
15900 Saint Charles Harbour Blvd, Fort Myers, FL (239) 466-2007
1800 - Cocktail Reception in the Harbour House
Cash Bar with hors d’oeuvres
1845 - Move to Main Dining Room for Welcome, Introductions, and Dinner
2000 - Change of Watch Program commences
Hors d’Oeuvres
Caramelized Newske bacon with tomato basil concasse
Endive with Manchego cheese and prosciutto di Parma
Salad Course
Warm Rolls with Butter
Organic artisan greens, humble fog bleu cheese, crunchy vanilla oats with rice wine vinaigrette
Entrée Choices
Dessert Assorted mini pastry to include
éclairs, crème puffs, mini baba, macaroons, etc.
Fresh Brewed Iced Tea and Coffee
Seating is Limited; Paid-In-Advance Reservations Required by 15 February, 2012
Dress: Uniform A with Bow Tie; Semi-formal Dress or Suit
Host: P/C Carol Allen, AP: (612) 210-1525 or email [email protected]
Sanibel-Captiva Sail & Power Squadron
Thirty-Seventh Annual Change of Watch
Grilled Red Snapper
over leek fondue with
vanilla Barolo sauce
Roasted Chicken Breast
stuffed with goat cheese and
spinach, served with potato
Mail reservation form with check payable to the Sanibel-Captiva Sail & Power Squadron
to: P/C Carol Allen, AP, 16401 Kelly Woods # 142, Ft. Myers, FL 33908
Please RSVP by 15 February 2012
37th Sanibel-Captiva Sail and Power Squadron Change of Watch
Name(s), Rank and Grade (Please PRINT): Please Indicate Entrée Choice:
_____________________________________________ Beef Snapper Chicken
_____________________________________________ Beef Snapper Chicken
Phone/Email:
___________________________________________________ # ______ @ $38.00 each = $________
Squadron: ________________________________________________
The Soundings is a publication of the Sanibel-Captiva Sail & Power Squadron, a unit of the United States Power Squadrons®
February 2012 4
FEBRUARY Wednesday LUNCHEON C&R to Marker 92, Cape Coral
1 Feb 1000 Cruise Leaders Bill & Linda Gibney, 579-0111, [email protected]
RSVP & Prepayment Required. Form is on Page 3
Thursday EXCOM MEETING
2 Feb 1000 Bank of The Islands Board Room, All Members Welcome. All Bridge
Officers, Members-at-Large and newly elected officers and all Committee Chairs are encouraged to attend.
Monday SERAT Meeting
13 Feb 1000 Sanibel Rescue Station on Palm Ridge Rd, R/C Jim Strothers, SN,
[email protected], 395-1856
15 Feb SOUNDINGS Submissions Due [email protected]
Tuesday 37th ANNUAL CHANGE OF WATCH - St. Charles Yacht Club
21 Feb 1800 RESERVATIONS REQUIRED by Tuesday 14 February RSVP Form on Page 2
P/C Carol Allen, AP 612-210-1525 [email protected]
Thursday COMMANDER’S SUNSET Gathering — New Event!
23 Feb 1630—1800 Meet your newly installed Bridge and Executive Committee. BYOEverything, including snacks to share, and
a beach chair to the Sanibel Causeway, Island on the left (north) side of the “C” span as you leave the island.
Look for banner… Note: Alcoholic beverages are officially not allowed on the Causeway Islands.
Tuesday-Friday LEAP-YEAR CRUISE
28 Feb —2 March Cruise to Boca Grande and Sarasota with Cruise Leaders Jack & Janice Purse. Land-Cruisers encouraged to
meet the boaters for fun and frivolity in Sarasota. Reservation deadline was 23 January. But it may not be too
late to join in: Call 239-233-7380 or 239-233-7110
MARCH Thursday EXCOM MEETING — NOTE NEW MEETING TIME!
1 Mar 0900 Bank of The Islands Board Room, All Members Welcome — All Bridge
Officers, Members-at-Large and all Committee Chairs are encouraged to attend. Major Event at Community House. Allow extra drive time for exceptionally awful Island Traffic
Monday SERAT Meeting
12 Mar 1000 Sanibel Rescue Station on Palm Ridge Rd, R/C Jim Strothers, SN, [email protected], 395-1856
Tuesday MONTHLY DINNER MEETING
20 Mar 1800 Sanibel Community House RESERVATIONS REQUIRED by Sunday, Mar 18th
Guest Speaker: Author Jim Eastman: Senior Boaters
Note: Buffet Dinner will NOT include Corned Beef and Cabbage
Kate Fizer: [email protected] or Marilyn McCormick: 466-9450
Monday LUNCHEON C&R to Barnacle Phil’s, Safety Harbor, North Captiva Island
26 Mar 1130 Cruise Leaders Betty & Bill Jennings. Reservations Required. Because this a boaters-only
destination, and in case of inclement weather, Lunch Orders and Payment will be taken as you
arrive at the dock. For more information: 239 898-6789 or [email protected]
See RSVP form on page 17 for more information.
2011-2012 SCSPS
Social Events Schedule Don’t forget about the Ed Classes and Seminars, see Page 4
Up-to-Date On-Line Calendar
Do you wish you could see all the
Squadron Events in a normal,
printable, calendar format? http://
www.usps.org/localusps/sancap/
news/calendar.shtml
MAR FEB
This Page of the Soundings is ―ANCHORED‖ by Dorothy and Stan Hirschfield
The Soundings is a publication of the Sanibel-Captiva Sail & Power Squadron, a unit of the United States Power Squadrons®
February 2012 5
February—March 2012 Activity Calendar
Keeper of the Calendar: Lt Chuck Fizer, S — 395-1202
All Squadron Events are tracked on our “On-Line Calendar”.
To see more detail, go to: http://www.usps.org/localusps/sancap/news/calendar.shtml and click on the event. You‘ll find
who‘s planning or teaching, contact information and other details concerning the event. If you plan a class, seminar, a social
event, or know of something that that should be put on our calendar, please email the information to
[email protected] or give Chuck a call as soon as possible.
The Soundings is a publication of the Sanibel-Captiva Sail & Power Squadron, a unit of the United States Power Squadrons®
February 2012 6
Saturday USPS SEMINAR: Boat Handling Under Power
11 Feb 1000-1200 Sanibel Public Library, Instructor Lt/C Bill Jennings, AP
[email protected], 362-0991
Pre-Register: http://www.usps.org/cgi-bin-nat/eddept/800/getregform.cgi?S-2744
Saturday ABC-3 BASIC BOATING CLASS
25 Feb 0830-1700 Sanibel Public Library. Participants MUST preregister for this course.
Contact Jack Purse: [email protected] 239-471-7758
Pre-Register: http://www.usps.org/cgi-bin-nat/eddept/800/getregform.cgi?C-11560
Students who successfully complete this course are issued a
Florida Boating Safety Education Card
Saturday USPS SEMINAR: Basic Weather and Forecasting
25 Feb 1000-1200 St. Charles Yacht Club, Instructor Dan Himebaugh: [email protected], 995-2909
Pre-Register: http://www.usps.org/cgi-bin-nat/eddept/800/getregform.cgi?S-2745
2012 SCSPS
Education Schedule
As I conclude my term of office as Squadron
Educational Officer, I want to publicly acknowledge those
instructors who have done such a good job this year.
The ABC-3 program: Jay Brown and Dick Water-
house. Dick Travas proctored all classes the past two years. Bob
Giller made presentations to all the classes. Jack Purse and
Steve Abbott handled all the administrative and sign-up func-
tions for the classes held this year.
Seminars coordinated by Tom Gillis: Charts - Tom
Gillis; GPS- Roger Heider; Coastal Nav – Steve Abbott,
VHF – Chap Vail; Anchoring – Dick Squitieri; Trailering &
Power Boat Handling – Bill Jennings; Weather– Dan
Himebaugh.
Advanced Grades– Junior Navigation -Steve Ab-
bott, Piloting—PDC Bill Lucas
Electives: Engine Maintenence – Tom Niswonger
Finding and certifying more instructors so we can
offer a more complete line-up of USPS classes and seminars
remains a challenge for future years.
Thanks for your support and interest.
Cruise Planning Class
to be offered soon...
Interested boaters and boater-wanna-bes
are invited to attend a
casual informational meeting on
Monday, 6 February at 5:00 pm at
Doc Ford's on Sanibel (San-Cap Road)
Instructor P/D/C Mary Paige Abbott, SN,
will discuss the class, costs, timetable and
answer questions. It will be fun!
Please rsvp to [email protected]
or call 239-395-9409
See you there!
EDUCATION OFFICER
P/C Ralph Sloan, AP
(646) 522-6704
There is something very special about the thrill
of cruising in new waters and the sense of accom-
plishment upon completing an extended cruise.
To go beyond what most boaters do on a week-
end overnight or even a week or so marina hop-
ping requires boaters to leave their normal cruis-
ing areas and comfort zones.
The Cruise Planning course focuses on the
planning and preparation necessary for safe
enjoyable extended cruises on both inland and
coastal waters.
This Page of the Soundings is ―ANCHORED‖ by P/C John Sampson, AP and Nancy Sampson, S
The Soundings is a publication of the Sanibel-Captiva Sail & Power Squadron, a unit of the United States Power Squadrons®
February 2012 7
Sanibel School
Safe Boating Program
By Lt Marti Squitieri, AP
Members of the Sanibel Captiva Sail and Power
Squadron Education Team just completed another success-
ful eight week Safe Boating class for the sixth graders at The
Sanibel Middle School.
The objectives of the Safe Boating Class are to teach
students safe boating habits, to educate them about the
Florida boating laws, and to train them in making emer-
gency calls to the United States Coast Guard. As class man-
ager and instructor, I combine efforts with Mrs. Peggy
Drennan, a Sanibel Middle School teacher, to coordinate
the teaching of an extensive set of topics including
Planning a Boat Trip
Aids to Navigation
Knot Tying
Rules of the Road
Safety Devices
PFDs
Anchoring
using a VHF Radio
and, using a Global Positioning System.
During the first class the students are assigned to
boat crews. The crews earn points through a variety of ac-
tivities and quizzes. Class drills include finding and putting
on Life Jackets in a timely manner and reporting an emer-
gency situation to United States Coast Guard personnel,
who join us in the classroom. This year the two winning 6th
grade crews earned a field trip to the Fort Myers Beach US
Coast Guard Station including a ride on the USCG 41‘ boat
and participated in Man Overboard drills.
I would like to thank the following instructors who
taught and assisted with the 2011 class: Lynn Campean;
SEO P/C Ralph Sloan, AP; Lt/C Sami Lucas-Hurn, AP, and
Dick Squitieri, JN.
Teaching the middle school students is full of sur-
prises and is very rewarding. If you would like to make a
difference in the next generation of boaters, please contact
me at 239 395-9039 to participate in the next class begin-
ning in October.
Knot Tying with Sami (standing, middle) and Marti (right)
With Dick, standing at rear, the kids get to know PFDs
Visiting the US Coast Guard’s 41 ft rescue boat.
The Soundings is a publication of the Sanibel-Captiva Sail & Power Squadron, a unit of the United States Power Squadrons®
February 2012 8
Welcome to our New Advertisers!
Without them, and many other advertisers, there won’t be a hard-copy Soundings.
Be sure to stop in or call to say Thank You for supporting our Squadron.
A BIG Thank You also goes out to
Lt Tom Niswonger, S for taking on the job of Advertising Co-Manager along with Lt Walt Knutzen, S
This Page of the Soundings is ―ANCHORED‖ by P/D/C Bill Lucas, SN and Lt/C Sami Lucas-Hurn, AP
Be Proud of Your Soundings,
Become a Page Booster!
Buy an “Anchor” Ad
$ 30 puts your name on a page (9 Issues a Year)
so everyone knows you are our proud of our
newsletter!
Contact the Soundings Editor:
or 789-7338
Place your Business Card
in our Squadron’s Newsletter
ACTUAL SIZE
$20 Month or $125 for Nine Issues
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May/Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
The Soundings is a publication of the Sanibel-Captiva Sail & Power Squadron, a unit of the United States Power Squadrons®
February 2012 9
2012 Vessel Safety Checks
To make an appointment,
Call or eMail our Squadron‘s VSC Chair
P/C Robert Healey, SN, 239-466-4199
or email to [email protected]
Got Friends who own a boat?
Be sure to pass this announcement along!
This is a free, public service provided by
USPS® Certified Vessel Safety Examiners.
Checked out our Award
Winning Web Site lately?
Go to:
http://www.usps.org/
localusps/sancap/
The Soundings is the official publication of the
Sanibel-Captiva Sail & Power Squadron,
a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of boating safety and
education in Lee County, FL, a unit of United States Power Squadrons®,
District 22.
Soundings is published during the first week of each month except in
June, July & August. Squadron members are encouraged to submit material
by the 15th of the month to:
Editor 1/Lt Victoria Ross, AP
Calendar Lt Chuck Fizer, S
Advertising Lt Tom Niswonger, S
Lt Walt Knutzen, S
Lt/C David Ross, P
Proofreader
Reporters & Photographers
please volunteer!
The Soundings is a publication of the Sanibel-Captiva Sail & Power Squadron, a unit of the United States Power Squadrons®
February 2012 10
Stay Current - - Stay Young
It is quite understandable that once we acquire the
necessary skills to survive in our active world, we become less
motivated to remain current with developing technology. The
marine industry offers a perfect example of how easy it is to
lose touch with progress.
On a recent cruise around the South Pacific and New
Zealand, I spent some time discussing navigation technolo-
gies with the first officer. What he told me will surprise even
the most experienced mariner. Prior to each cruise, he
downloads the latest ―British Admiralty Charts‖ to his
personal ‗I-pad‘. These approved commercial charts are
updated weekly, but his I-pad is over a year old. Once on-
board, he plugs the ships GPS system into his I-pad and this
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
Lt/C Bill Jennings, AP
(239) 898-2219
is what is used for navigation. Of course, they carry paper
charts and celestial navigation is still considered primary,
but here is a major cruise ship navigating with a portable
personal computer that you and I can buy for under $400.
As Power Squadron members, we need to remain
responsive to technical developments. Offers to National,
for development of courses more applicable to today‘s boats
and equipment are not always welcomed. Once we fall
behind on these and other technologies it will become very
difficult to catch up.
If we at USPS are to continue our leadership in
nautical education, we should all try to stay current and
stay young.
The Soundings is a publication of the Sanibel-Captiva Sail & Power Squadron, a unit of the United States Power Squadrons®
February 2012 11
Photo Albums View “photo albums” of squadron events by going to our website and clicking on the tab “Photos”. There,
the photos will be grouped and titled by Date and Event. New Member, Anna Pearson, our new Photo
Editor, will be correcting, sizing, titling and organizing the photos submitted (find out how YOU can easily
submit photos for inclusion: [email protected]) and uploading them to the “cloud” for
viewing at your convenience. Whenever a new “album” is available for viewing, members will receive an
email notification. It will be easy to click on the link and go directly to the photographs. Enjoy!
And take lots of photos!!
15 December 2012
White Elephant Gift Exchange at the
St. Charles Yacht Club
Photos by 1/Lt Victoria Ross, AP
Cruise Leaders Dick & Gloria Waterhouse
Left: Fran Kieling
Tom & Judy Niswonger guided the
Persistent from Sanibel to the SCYC
Harbour. P/C Bill Hay, JN was
well prepared, donning his inflat-
able for the boat ride. Go Bill!
Crew members included Bill &
Marilyn Helfers and Pat Knutzen
Joan Downey opened all the best
gifts, evidenced by her return to the
tree at least twice, if not three or
four times! Dick Jewell with Marilyn and Joe Bejin
The Soundings is a publication of the Sanibel-Captiva Sail & Power Squadron, a unit of the United States Power Squadrons®
February 2012 12
4 December 2011 — Holiday Charter Party
Kudos and thanks to P/C John McCormick, SN for taking many photos
(Editor apologizes, I had a tight deadline and was unable to include these in the January Soundings. See LOTS more photos in the On-Line Album…)
Above: Cdr Hal Theiss, JN and wife, Nola, enjoy the festivities.
Left: Host Lt Anne Kimball, P, thanks the multitude who
helped make this event a reality.
Far Left: Jane Withers and P/C Steve Abbott, N
Below: Juliann, P, & Ken Kelly, AP, take a moment with
new member Nick Googin and wife, Jo.
At the bottom: Jean Robinson, Bonnie Fitzgerald and
Judy Niswonger, S, with many other guests in the background.
Left: Representing the Execu-
tive Committee who sponsored
the gala Holiday Charter Party
are from left:
Lt/C David Ross, P, Secretary;
1/Lt Victoria Ross, AP, Assis-
tant Admin Officer;
Lt/C Ralph Sloan, AP, Educa-
tional Officer;
Lt/C Sami Lucas Hurn, AP,
Executive Officer,
and Cdr Hal Theiss, JN.
Lt/C Bill Jennings, AP Admin
Officer was in the South Pacific.
Cayleigh Dancers provided
wonderful entertainment
The Soundings is a publication of the Sanibel-Captiva Sail & Power Squadron, a unit of the United States Power Squadrons®
February 2012 13
17 January 2012
Annual Business Meeting and Monthly Dinner
Photos by Roger Heider, P
Cdr Hal Theiss, JN and P/C Bill Hay, JN,
Chair of the Nominating Committee, prepare for the busi-
ness of the evening: Electing the nominated Slate of Offi-
cers and elected committees.
It’s not easy assembling a large group of adults for a photo and then get them all looking at the photographer! Here is the result of the attempt
made to take a group photo of ALL of the Merit Mark awardees for 2011. Well, at least most of the members who were at the meeting….
Cdr Hal, upper left, was able to shake hands and thank members for their service to the squadron.
Those in “orange” shirts are SERAT members, those in tan are Certified Instructors, but many serve in both capacities as well as many others!
The Soundings is a publication of the Sanibel-Captiva Sail & Power Squadron, a unit of the United States Power Squadrons®
February 2012 14
Welcome to our New Members
Membership Chair Lt Anne Kimball, P, had a very busy fall season, helping the following
people become new United States Power Squadron® members with our Squadron. Be sure to
give them a warm at a C&R or other Squadron event. If you are a near-neighbor, walk on over
and introduce yourself!
Also, please add their contact information to your 2011 Roster (the 2012 roster will be available
in September 2012).
Congratulations to the following people who
recently completed the ABC-3 course and have elected
to become Trial Members for the next six months.
Hopefully, after spending the winter months getting to
know our group, they will be hooked and join us as
full-time active members.
From the December ABC-3 Class:
Andrew Jacob, 1417 Sandpiper Circle,
[email protected] 239-579-0055
Thank you, Andrew, for attending the Annual meeting
in January!
James and Donna Kraft, 36‘ power boat ―Mirage‖
1341 Middle Gulf Drive, 239-472-7224
[email protected], [email protected]
Steven and Susan Metts, 438 Lake Myres Circle
[email protected] 502-418-4102
Stuart and Audrey Minsky, 26‘ inboard/outboard,
―Cinnamon Girl‖, 1352 Eagle Run Drive
239-579-0702
[email protected], [email protected]
Evelyn Rose Silverman, 4171 Dingman Drive
954-415-6936
From the January ABC-3 Class:
Martin Klaus, New Stanton, PA
[email protected] 303-979-8344
Martin is the son of Martin ―Barr‖ and Cathy
Klaus who joined after taking the ABC-3 class last
January (and who also attended the Annual Meeting)
Bernard Orwein, 2460 Harbour Lane
[email protected] 781-771-2875
Karen Semmelman, 2460 Harbour Lane
[email protected] 443-786-0472
The Membership and Membership Involve-
ment Committees hope you will all plan to attend the
New Member Orientation scheduled for Thursday, 15
March. Watch your email for your invitation and full
details.
Welcome to ALL!
The Soundings is a publication of the Sanibel-Captiva Sail & Power Squadron, a unit of the United States Power Squadrons®
February 2012 15
“Talking Chairs”
Committee Reports—What’s going on in the “waters” of our Squadron
EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT
SERAT: R/C James Strothers, SN
The following is a report of the SERAT activities for
the past year (2011).
1. SERAT conducted twelve regular monthly meet-
ings. The usual date of the meeting is the second Monday
of the every month at the Sanibel Fire Station on Palm
Ridge Road.
2. SERAT classroom training sessions included iden-
tifying locations using local names, First Aid, boat opera-
tional skills, crew responsibility, communications and
SERAT Control operations.
3. SERAT conducted two operational drills. One on
the use of fire extinguishers and the other a nighttime lost
kayaker drill.
4. SERAT assisted in two MERT responses.
5. Two public events were attended by members of
the SERAT unit. These were Bailey Fest and the Fort
Myers Boat Show.
6. Members of the SERAT unit assisted in two public
on water events providing security patrols. One was the
US Swimming Open Water event at Ft. Myers Beach and
the other the Calusa Blueway Kayak races at the Sanibel
Causeway..
7. SERAT provided a Boat Safety review course for
new members of the Captiva Fire Control District.
Major Accomplishments
1. SERAT has obtained four (4) pairs of night vision
binoculars in part through matching funding from the
West Coast Inland Navigational District. These binocu-
lars are anticipated to greatly enhance on water searches
at night.
2. Members of the SERAT unit prepared and pre-
sented information on the program at the National Gov-
erning Board meeting held in Greensboro, NC. This infor-
mation is being used as guidelines for other Squadrons to
start and operate their own SERAT unit as a national pro-
gram.
Goals for the upcoming year:
1. Continue to recruit additional SERAT members.
2. Expand training to enhance the abilities of the
SERAT unit.
3. Continuing working in cooperation with the Fire
Department and other agencies in developing an efficient
and well organized Emergency Response group.
4. Continue to work towards developing better com-
munications during incident responses.
5. Assist other Squadrons in developing their own
SERAT program.
[email protected] 239-395-2856
CO-OP Charting: R/C James Strothers, SN
The following it a report of the Co-op Chart-
ing activities for the past year (2011).
1. The Squadron ended the 2010-2011 Co-op Chart-
ing year ranked number 14 nationally out of 62 that
achieved Honor Roll status.
2. There were 21 reports submitted to NOAA during
that time period.
3. A total of 34 people participated in these reports
which equaled 11.72% participation.
4. A total of 3,270 credits were received by the re-
ports.
5. A total of eight participants achieved Individual
Honor Roll status
Status for the 2011-2012 Co-op Charting year
1. A total of five reports have been submitted to date.
2. There have been five participants in these reports.
3. To date the Squadron has 533 credits.
4. To date one person has achieved Individual Honor
Roll Status.
Goals for the year
1. Continue to have Sanibel-Captiva one of the top
Squadrons in District 22.
2. Continue to have the Squadron obtain Honor Roll
status.
3. Encourage more participation in
Co-op Charting.
4. Train additional participants
This Page of the Soundings is ―ANCHORED‖ by Lt/C’s David, P, and Victoria, AP, Ross
“Talking Chairs” Continued on Page 12
The Soundings is a publication of the Sanibel-Captiva Sail & Power Squadron, a unit of the United States Power Squadrons®
February 2012 16
“Talking Chairs” - Continued
in the different parts of the Co-op Charting program.
239-395-2856
VESSEL SAFETY CHECKS: P/C Bob Healey, SN
2011 VSC Examinations Performed
John E. Carney 21
Lauren M. Coile 39
William Hay 6
Robert Healey 22
Bill Jennings 22
Dick Squitieri 10
TOTALS 112
2012 Decals now available — Make your appointment !
239-466-4169
PUBLIC RELATIONS: P/C Bob Allen, JN
Watch for colorful, paid advertisements designed
to attract students to our upcoming ABC-3 classes in the
Island Sun and Islander newspapers.
There are weekly articles concerning safety and
promoting our education program printed in the Island
Sun and Islander every week. Be sure to read them.
Please submit boating related photographs and article
suggestions to Bob for future reports:
ADMINISTRATIVE DEPARTMENT
MEMBERSHIP: Lt Anne Kimball, P
Membership Status As of 17 January, 2012
Paid members 260
Pending Renewals 24
Two months before renewal date
Now Due 9
One month before renewal date
Past Due 57
Past payment due date
Life Members (50+ yrs) 6
Usually don’t pay any dues
New Members 17
Over the past 6 months
Total 323
Dues are easily renewable on the web. Go to:
USPS® Membership On-Line
THANK YOU! for renewing your Membership
New Member Dotty Mount has volunteered to
become the Co-Chair of the Membership Committee. What
an example to set for all members! If you would like to be
involved in some aspect Membership and/or Membership
Involvement, such as recruiting new members, helping to
retain current members, event planning, etc., please contact
Anne at 239-454-2854 or Dotty at 239-472-1821
PROGRAM CHAIR: Lt Dianne Hay
Plan now to be at the 20 March 2012 meeting to
listen to author Jim Eastman discuss his favorite topic:
Senior Boaters. Do your homework and check out Jim‘s
Facebook page: www.facebook.com/pages/Senior-Boaters-
Jim-Eastman-Author/221305507892168. Then, prepare
to listen and bring your questions with you.
Suggestions for a future speaker? Email name,
subject, and contact information to:
CRUISE & RENDEZVOUS: Lt Betty Jennings
Join Jack & Janice Purse in late February as they
lead the Leap-Year Cruise to Sarasota, with a one-night
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
AKA: HELP WANTED:
Volunteers are needed to fill the following vacancies.
Please apply to incoming commander
Lt/C Sami Lucas-Hurn, AP, [email protected]
239-822-7908
Leadership Development
Property Officer
Assistants to the Education Officers
Additional Vessel Safety Examiners
Additional Certified Instructors
Assistant Soundings Editor
Writers for the Soundings
Event Photographers, ―Album‖ Creators
The Soundings is a publication of the Sanibel-Captiva Sail & Power Squadron, a unit of the United States Power Squadrons®
February 2012 17
stop in Boca Grande. Land-cruisers are welcome, but
you‘ll have to make your own arrangements for accom-
modations. There may be one-night houses available on
Boca Grande. Perhaps several couples can get together
and share the cost. See the cruise details on Pages 12 -13.
Just added to the C&R Schedule is a luncheon to
Barnacle Phil’s on 26 March. Be sure to see the
RSVP form for further details. And there will be a C&R in
early May, Fay Carney is working on the destination and
the date. Watch the on-line calendar for more details.
Remember ~ No boat? We‘ll get you on one!! We
will leave no member behind!
SECRETARY’S DEPARTMENT
WEBMASTER: Lt Sandy Trevor, AP
Now you can print C&R forms directly from our
website! Go to http://www.usps.org/localusps/sancap/
candr.shtml. Click on the Event you are interested in and
print the form. You can also get to this page by going to
our website and clicking ―Calendar & Events‖ and then on
―C&R Reservation Forms‖.
Coming soon will be Photo Albums, be sure to
keep checking the website for this exciting new addition!
Is there something you‘d like to see on the site?
Send your suggestions to:
ROSTER CHAIR: Lt Kate Fizer, S
To OPT-OUT of receiving the new hard-copy/
snail mail version of the Soundings, be sure to send an
email.
To keep the mailing lists and membership roster
up to date, please send any changes to your local address,
phone number, cell phone number and your ―away‖ ad-
dress as well.
Provide updated information by March 1st so
your data can be updated in time to include on the digital
roster to be provided this spring. Note: the 2012 Roster
Booklet will become available in September 2012.
The best way to send any updated information is
by email to:
239-395-1202
CALENDAR MANAGER: Lt Chuck Fizer, S
Be sure to send information concerning any events,
dates, reminders to Chuck to have them added to our On-Line
calendars. The online calendar makes it quick and conven-
ient to see what is scheduled and when. Go to: http://
www.usps.org/localusps/sancap/news/calendar.shtml
239-395-1202
SOUNDINGS EDITOR: 1/Lt Victoria Ross, AP
Are you enjoying the hard-copy Soundings? Be sure
to let your Executive Committee and Bridge Officers know!
PLEASE show your financial support by purchasing an
“Anchor Ad” or a “Business Card” - See page 5. The full
color version is still available on our squadron website. And
you can OPT-OUT of receiving the hard-copy.
239-789-7338
“Talking Chairs” - Continued
Inc.
NAVE PLUMBING,
SANIBEL & CAPTIVA’S OLDEST
PLUMBING SERVICE BUSINESS
CELEBRATING 61 YEARS IN THE
SAME LOCATION
SALES & SERVICE
REMODELING SPECIALISTS
472-1101
2244 Periwinkle Way, Suite 13
The Soundings is a publication of the Sanibel-Captiva Sail & Power Squadron, a unit of the United States Power Squadrons®
February 2012 18
LEAP YEAR CRUISE
To Boca Grande & Sarasota
28 - 29 February & 1 - 2 March 2012
Tuesday, 28 February
1230-1300 Assemble at Marker 13 off Pine Island
1400-1600 Check-in at Boca Grande Marina (dockage @2.25/ft)
1730-1900 Docktail Party – BYOB, Pot Luck Hors D‘Oeuvres,
Cornhole Tournament, Round 1
1900-2100 Group Dinner upstairs at the Eagle Grille, Boca Grande Marina
Dinner off the menu: Separate Checks
Wednesday, 29 February
0830-1000 Gather for Dockside Continental Breakfast
1000-1300 Depart for Marina Jack, Sarasota
1300-1530 En Route – lunch on your own
1500-1600 Check-in at Marina Jack (dockage @ 2.25/ft/night)
1600-1700 Debriefing – Marina Jack, Deep Six Lounge
1730-1900 Docktail Party – BYOB, Pot Luck Hors D‘Oeuvres,
Cornhole Tournament, Round 2
1900-2100 Group Dinner at Marina Jack (upstairs with harbor view)
Dinner off the menu: Separate Checks
2100-? Live Music – Marina Jack, Portside Patio
Thursday, 1 March
0830-1000 Gather for Dockside Continental Breakfast
1000-1600 Local Activities – Lunch on your own
Suggestions: Selby Gardens, Ringling Museum, Mote
Aquarium, Shopping at St. Armand‘s Circle
1630-1730 Cornhole Tournament, Final Round
1730-1900 Cocktails and Awards – Marina Jack, Portside Patio
1900-? Dinner Groups at Sarasota Restaurants
Ceviche Tapas Bar & Restaurant (www.ceviche.com)
Barnacle Bill‘s Seafood (www.barnaclebillsseafood.com)
Divino Restaurant (www.divinosarasota.com)
Friday, 2 March
0730-0830 Farewell Dockside Continental Breakfast
0830 Cruise to Home Ports
Land Cruiser’s Welcome
Make your own Hotel Arrangements, but Join In the Fun!
Captains‘ Meeting – Tuesday, February 21, 2012, Location TBA
Cruise Leaders – Jack & Janice Purse, 239-233-7380 or 239-233-7110
The Soundings is a publication of the Sanibel-Captiva Sail & Power Squadron, a unit of the United States Power Squadrons®
February 2012 19
LEAP YEAR CRUISE
To Boca Grande & Sarasota
28 - 29 February & 1 - 2 March 2012
Reservations due with Cruise Fee payment by Monday, 23 January, 2012
Name(s)
Boat Cruiser Land Cruiser
Email Cell Phone Home Phone
Boat Name Make/Model
Boat Length Boat Beam Boat Draft Amps
Activity & Dinner Preferences
Local Activities on 1 March in Sarasota
Selby Gardens ____
Mote Aquarium ____
Ringling Museum ____
Shopping @ St Armands ____
Dinner Group on 1 March in Sarasota
Tapas – Ceviche ____
Seafood – Barnacle Bills ____
Italian – Divino ____
Make Check Payable to ―SCSPS‖ For Boaters, $60.00; For Land Cruisers $40.00
Mail to: Jack Purse, 4616 Flagship Dr. #102, Fort Myers, FL 33919
Reservations due with Cruise Fee payment by Monday, 23 January, 2012
The Soundings is a publication of the Sanibel-Captiva Sail & Power Squadron, a unit of the United States Power Squadrons®
February 2012 20
Is it time to
Renew Your Dues?
Please Renew OnLine. Go to:
www.usps.org/dues
Thank You!
SANIBEL’S
LUMBERYARD
Specializing in decking, marine pilings, lumber
and hardware. If it pertains to docks and decks,
Shoreline is your choice.
10871 Kelly Road, Fort Myers, Florida
239 267 6857
From Sanibel: East on Summerlin, Left on McGregor,
Right on Kelly Road, follow to end.
FULL
SERVICE
Let us know you are
from the Power
Squadron and we’ll
give you a free gift!
The Soundings is a publication of the Sanibel-Captiva Sail & Power Squadron, a unit of the United States Power Squadrons®
February 2012 21
Cruise to lovely North Captiva island
to enjoy a delicious dockside luncheon at
Barnacle Phil’s Harbour Restaurant
Monday, 26 March 2012
Plan to stroll across the island after lunch for beach time and
shelling. Or cruise down through Redfish Pass and onto the
south end of N. Captiva to anchor and wade onto
―Charlie‘s Pass Beach‖
Reservations Required but No PrePay for this Cruise!
You will place your order and pay for your lunch with Cruise Leader Betty
Jennings as you arrive at the Barnacle Phil‘s dock. This way you don‘t have
to worry about losing money if the weather prevents the boat cruise.
On the day of the cruise, bring EXACT Cash or a Check payable to “SCSPS”
Menu Choices:
to include ―endless‖ key limeade, iced tea, or, a bottle of water—and yes, the tip is
included! And we will be tax exempt when the bill is paid through the Squadron
Barnacle Burger, served with chips or fries, fruit $ 14.50
Greens with Chicken $ 16.50
Greens with Shrimp $ 22.50
Grouper Basket, served with fries, coleslaw, fruit $ 24.00
Gu
lf o
f M
exic
o
Pin
ela
nd
So
un
d
N. Captive Island
. Cayo Costa
Your Name(s): _____________________________________
Phone Number: ____________________________________
Coming by Car? Y N Need a Ride? Y N
Bringing your own boat? Y N
Name of Boat: _____________________________________
Guests riding with you:
________________________________________________
________________________________________________
Room for more guests? Y N How Many? 1 2 3 4 5 6
More Info? [email protected] 239-898-6789
Mail this completed form by 20 March. No Prepayment Required
Indicate your Barnacle Phil’s Menu Choices:
Barnacle Burger _____ Chicken _____
Shrimp _____ Grouper Basket _____
Please mail this form to Cruise Leaders:
Betty & Bill Jennings
15175 Portside Drive
Ft. Myers, FL 33908
On the day of the cruise, bring Exact Cash or a
Check payable to “SCSPS”
By Boat: N
W
By Auto: (Good luck with that)
4401 Point House Trail
Captiva FL 33924
The Soundings is a publication of the Sanibel-Captiva Sail & Power Squadron, a unit of the United States Power Squadrons®
February 2012 22
Cruise to Key West by Ferry
Embark: Monday, 23 April at 0730— casts off at 0830
Return Trip: Wednesday, 25 April or a day or two later.
Boarding begins at 1700. Disembark Ft. Myers Beach Terminal at approx. 2130
Key West Ferry: Round trip tickets $110 per person
To receive group discount, tickets must be booked through Cruise Leaders. Please Reserve & Remit Payment ASAP. Make Check Payable to: Victoria Ross, 1101 Schooner Pl, Sanibel 33957
Ferry Reservation/Tickets are non-refundable, but can be used anytime within a year.
The Pier House Resort: $ 229 plus tax per night
Reserve ASAP directly: 855-228-8258, 800-723-2791
Mention you are with San-Cap Power Squadron or Vicki Ross to get Group Rate. Limited Rooms Available, Call ASAP
http://www.pierhouse.com/About_PierHouse/index.asp
Note: There are many hotel choices in Key West. Cruisers are welcome to make other arrangements.
Caveat: You get what you pay for in Key West….
Dry Tortugas Day-Trip via the Yankee Freedom II: $155 (age 65+), $165 (age <65) per person
Reserve and pay directly with Boat Operator by 15 March 2012:
1-800-634-0939
Reservations may be cancelled for full refund up to 24 hours prior. http://www.yankeefreedom.com/key-west-reservations.htm
Day One:
Monday, 23 April
0730 Board Ferry at Ft. Myers Beach Dock
Arrive Key West approx. 1200
Lunch and Exploration on your own
Take the Conch Train for a guided tour!
Check into Accommodations
Group Docktails and Dinner to be arranged.
Order from Menu, Separate Checks
Day Two:
Tuesday, 24 April, Dry Tortugas Day Trip
Includes: Round trip boat, breakfast, lunch,
Fort Jefferson admission, snorkeling equipment
1830 Group Keg Party to be arranged.
Group Dinner to be arranged.
Order from Menu, Separate Checks
Day Three:
Wednesday, 25 April
Activities such as Hemingway House, Truman‘s
Little White House, Mel Fisher Maritime
Museum, Key West Shipwreck Museum, etc.
1500 — Get Ferry Boarding Pass
1530 Oyster Bar late lunch/early dinner
1700 Board Ferry for return trip
Arrive Ft. Myers Beach Terminal approx 2130
The Soundings is a publication of the Sanibel-Captiva Sail & Power Squadron, a unit of the United States Power Squadrons®
February 2012 23
Cruise Fee -= to cover Keg Party, snacks, misc. expenses: $25 per person
For more information contact Cruise Leaders
Lt/C Sami Lucas-Hurn, AP, 822-7904, [email protected]
1/Lt Vicki Ross, AP, 789-7338, [email protected]
If you‘d like to extend your Key West visit by a few days, you may book a different return date.
Transportation: Taxis, Electric Carts, Bicycles, and Bicycle ―cabs‖ are all easily available for reasonable
prices. The Pier House is an approx. 15 min walk from Ferry Dock. It is located at the foot of Duval St.
and near Mallory Square. There is plenty of liquid refreshment available in any direction...
Luggage Storage: Storage facility close to Ferry Dock. Minimal charge.
Hopefully Members of the Key West Squadron will join us for some of our fun and frivolity!!
Cruise to Key West by Ferry—Registration Form
23, 24, 25 April 2012
Reservations due with Cruise Fee payment by Tuesday, 20 March 2012
Name(s): ___________________________________________________________________
Email: _________________________ Cell Phone: _________________________
Key West Hotels: _____________________________________________________________
Key West Ferry Date of Return: Wed, 25 April Other: _____________________
Joining Fellow Cruisers on the Dry Tortugas Day Trip? Yes No
Make Check Payable to ―SCSPS‖ For $ 25.00 per person
Mail to: Victoria Ross, 1101 Schooner Place, Sanibel, FL 33957
Reservations due with Cruise Fee payment by Tuesday, 20 March 2012
Cruise Briefing on 20 March, 1700 (Prior to March Dinner Meeting)
At the Sanibel Community House ~ Additional Details to be presented.
The Soundings is a publication of the Sanibel-Captiva Sail & Power Squadron, a unit of the United States Power Squadrons®
February 2012 24
Sanibel-Captiva Sail & Power Squadron
P. O. Box 136
Sanibel, FL 33957
FORWARDING SERVICE REQUESTED
1st
Class
Postage
~ Help Save the Squadron
Postage & Printing Costs ~
If you prefer to receive only the
digital version of the Soundings,
be sure to OPT-OUT of the mailings.
See inside for details.