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THINK SPRING----THINK SPRING TRAINING Linda Casucci and Debra Roane

This year's Spring Training will include paid vendors strategically located in the Student Union of AACC. Bring your wallet, come early and check out their products. Remember: non-members are signing up now, and classes will fill up quickly. Register now, and get the classes you selected.

Date: March 15, 2014 Place: Anne Arundel Community College, Arnold, MD Time: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Register NOW

Knots! Navigation! Nautical terms! Night out!

We deserve to Celebrate them all, after Spring Training! The Ready, Set … Launch Party is only minutes away from the A.A.C.C. classrooms—at The Barn at Ulmstead Estates. You can be there in a short tack to the west! Starting at 5:15 pm and running until 10 pm, we’re ready to serve your favorite beverages, famous BBQ ribs and chicken by Adam’s Ribs with rolls, salads, and desserts! AND there’s more … live music, by “the best blues band in the DC Metro area” – The Smokin’ Polecats! All of this for a mere $41.00 … but YOU have to make the reservation! See “Fleet Exercises” for more details and sign up!

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36years

February 2014, Vol. 36, No. 2

Singles on Sailboats, Inc 410-798-4098 www.singlesonsailboats.org

2 Whisker Pole February 2014

WHISKER POLE THE SOS CLUBHOUSE

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Annapolis, MD 21403 Newsletter Editors/Chairs: Nancy Beers Parsons and

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INSIDE Board Notes 3 Fleet Exercises 4 -7 Party & Event Info 7 CPR training 8 Photos 9 Spring Training Info 10-14 Cruising 2014 15-16 Seminar, Directory 17 Scuttlebutt 18 Classified, Treasurer’s Report 19 Happy Hour , New Members 20 Directions 21 Cruising Memories 22 Contact 23

VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE

This time of year, many non-members ask me the same question: does SOS go on sabbatical for the winter? They, along with many new members, have no idea how much goes on in our winter season. Our new team is hard at work. On January 11th

Now is actually the best time to get involved. You can meet people, make new friends, and nurture your SOS network. It is an investment that grows. You will feel more relaxed joining others when the sailing season begins and you are contemplating sailing, and others will feel more comfortable having you join them. Unsure where to begin? First, remember to renew your membership. Then, join a committee. Every committee has room for another member. Many of our members participate in multiple committees and then some. Every issue of the Whisker Pole has contact information at the end of the issue. If you go to a meeting and it is the first time you are there, let the chairperson know. We would also like to do some short videos. (Are you a videographer with a little time to help? Please volunteer.)

, more than twenty Board members and Committee Chairs came together for a full day session of sharing and planning for the new year.

The next day, a large group gathered for a Brunch, and a Board meeting followed that. Before and after there have been numerous Fireside Chats as well as planning for Spring Training and the Awards Banquet.

Education is sizzling. Last year we were looking for a new education chair and we were very fortunate to have Linda Casucci and Debra Roane step up and take it on. They have been deeply immersed on many fronts. The long sought after revision of the Basic Skills Manual is just about complete. They interacted with various committees, enlisted the help of numerous individuals, and gave untold hours of attention to making it a better vehicle for our members. Their dedication made it happen, which is incredible stuff when you consider they also have been orchestrating Spring Training, amongst other things. Now it is your turn. Sign Up! Spring Training is a great nautical educational event. Simultaneously it is a social opportunity to meet friends, see people you may not have seen for awhile, and make new connections.

Advances are also being made in other vital areas. Our new Cruising Chairs, Peggy Green, Jim Brooks, and Cynthia Park, quickly and efficiently developed a great cruising schedule for this year. Look at the calendar and you will also see their creativity at work e.g., “Let them Eat Cake.” Yum! Bringing attention to membership and recruitment two new chairs have been adopted and will be starting soon. Thank you Cathy Laws and Nora Kelly. Just Add One is this year’s mantra. You will be hearing more about this throughout the year.

I look forward to seeing you soon. Carpe Diem (Seize the Day)!

Sandy Huberfeld, Commodore

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Commodore: Thanks to everyone for productive Board Retreat held the day before. Vice Commodore: Presented candidates for the four Board Awards which were approved and will be announced at the Awards Banquet in February. Treasurer: Reviewed each line item of proposed 2014 balanced budget to be adopted at March meeting. SOS finances are in good order. Ad Hoc: Email will be sent to each committee chair asking for review of proposed text to be placed on public side of web page as a first step to enhance our web presence. Bareboat: BVI Trip on February 22, 2014 with 7 boats reserved and 37 crew placed. There was a BVI crew and skipper party on November 10. Two skippers have signed up, so most boats are filled. The French barge trip on the Canal du Nivernais on September 13, 2014 has 118 people signed up. There is a Bareboat Survey in the December Whisker Pole and suggestions for 2015 trips and volunteers for trip coordination are coming in. Brunches: No report Cruising: New co-chairs Peggy Green, Jim Brooks, and Cynthia Palmer met last week with BOD Hope Andruss to develop Cruising Chair tasks and responsibilities and committee goals. Cruising forms and Coordinators’ Manual are being reviewed and revised. A proposed cruising schedule was submitted and approved by Board. Database: Still trying to fix problem with online Awards Banquet registration. A reminder for membership renewal was sent January 1. A final notice will be sent January 23. Sixteen new members have signed up and 17 members attained Life Member status this year. There are two SOS members and two non-members who are viable candidates to fill the position of SOS admin. Education: Spring Training registration has opened to SOS members and will open to the general public January 15. Chairs Debra Roane and Linda Casucci will vacate their positions after Spring Training. First Mates: No report Membership Recruitment: Board voted to approve Nora Kelly as chair. Membership Retention: Board voted Cathy Laws as chair. Newsletter: There were 343 hits on the newsletter last month. 70 members were mailed the January newsletter, and 19 were printed for distribution at Happy Hours at a cost of $345.60 which equals $3.88 per page. Safety: Flare and Safety Demo is schedule for March 29. The passing line SOP will be completed by end of January to be included in the Basic Skills Handbook. Plan to schedule a CPR course in March. Skippers Advisory: No report Social: Developing party schedule and will discuss party fees at next committee meeting. Marge Stembel and Barb O’Brien are coordinators for the After Spring Training Party. Kitty St. Romain is coordinator for the Sock Burning.

NEXT SOS BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

February 6th, 7:00pm. Greenbriar Community Building Commons Room, 7600 Hanover Parkway, Greenbelt, MD 20770

Meeting is open to all members. Directions are on page 21.

Unofficial notes from January 12, 2014 Board Meeting Official January minutes will be posted on the SOS web site when

approved in February by the Board of Directors.


Fleet Exercises and Shore Leave

Please email your questions and request for directions to the coordinator. If you are paying by check for any sailing event, a paper Sailing Registration Form must

accompany the check. A copy of this form can be found on the SOS website under Forms and Such – Cruising – Sailing Registration Form.

Plan to mail your check early to the event coordinator, not the SOS mail box. . Many events have limited capacity; therefore, an event may be filled even before the deadline date.

The postmark is the date used as the mail in cutoff/deadline date. All checks are to be made payable to SOS, Inc.

Non-members must submit a Sailing Registration Form.

February 6 Thursday SOS Board Meeting Location: Commons Room

Greenbriar Community Building

7600 Hanover Parkway

Greenbelt, MD

Time: 7:00 pm

Note: Open to all Members. Directions on page 21

February 8 Saturday Seminar Location: Edgewater Library

25 Stepney’s Lane Edgewater, MD

Cost: Free to Skippers, Raft Captains, First Mates, and First Mate Candidates; $10.00 for all others space permitting.

Speaker/Topic: George Hollendursky Raft Captain Training

Time: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm

Deadline:

Online: February 4

Notes: Registration accepted on a space available basis with priority given to Raft Captains, Skippers, FMs, and FM Candidates.

Coordinator: Shirley Brooks-Hollendursky [email protected] or sign up online at www.singlesonsailboats.org

February 8 Saturday Awards Dinner Dance Puttin’ on the Ritz Location: Sheraton Annapolis

173 Jennifer Road Annapolis, MD

Cost: $55.00 members and guests $60.00 for all after deadline

Time:

5:00 pm 6:00 pm Ballroom doors open

Pre-party in private suite

Deadline: Mail: January 30 (postmark)

Online: February 3 Notes: Check with the front desk for the room number

where the pre-party is being held.

Coordinator: Fran Wright [email protected] or sign up online at www.singlesonsailboats.org

February 9 Sunday Brunch Location: Sheraton Annapolis

173 Jennifer Road Annapolis, MD

Cost: $28.00 before deadline $32.00 after deadline if space available

Speaker/Topic: The Subsidiaries With Jon Tippens

Deadline: Mail: January 31 (postmark) Online: February 4 Time:

11:00 am Social hour 12:00 pm Brunch 1:00 pm Program

Coordinator: Teri Dunn [email protected] or sign up online at www.singlesonsailboats.org








February 15 Saturday Annapolis Area Fireside Chat Location: Annapolis, MD Cost: $15 by deadline $20 after deadline

Speaker/Topic: Kathy Haven So I signed up for a Day Sail / Cruise - now what happens??

Host: Time:

Anne Bastian 5:00 pm

Deadline: Mail: February 7 (postmark) Online: February 11

Notes: Non-members must be accompanied by a member. No smoking, no walk-ins. Limited to 15.

Coordinator: Rebecca Mason [email protected] or sign up online at www.singlesonsailboats.org

March 1 Saturday First Aid / CPR Training

Location: Annapolis Fire Department 620 Taylor Ave Annapolis, MD

Cost: $30.00

Instructors: Paramedics Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Deadline: Mail: February 18 Online: February 21

Notes: Coffee and Bagels provided, bring Lunch and a Beverage. Limited to 30.

Coordinator: Richard Green [email protected] or sign up online at www.singlesonsailboats.org

March 1 Saturday Howard County Area Fireside Chat

Location: Sykesville, MD Cost: $15 by deadline $20 after deadline

Speaker/Topic: Representative from the Chesapeake Bay Foundation. Current state of the Chesapeake Bay & what you can do.

Host: Time:

Meeps Yox 6:00 pm

Deadline: Mail: Feb 22 (postmark) Online: Feb 26


Coordinator: Jill Montgomery [email protected] or sign up online at www.singlesonsailboats.org

March 8 Saturday Montgomery County Area Fireside Chat

Location: Bethesda, MD Cost: $15 by deadline $20 after deadline

Speaker/Topic:

John Parsons Nautical Jeopardy

Hosts: Time:

Bruce Beckert and Vicky Wood 5:30 pm

Deadline: Mail: February 28 (postmark) Online: March 4


Coordinator: Dunya Hecht [email protected] or sign up online at www.singlesonsailboats.org

March 9 Sunday Cruising Kick-Off Location: The Barn at Ulmstead Estates

883 Lynch Drive Cost:

Arnold, MD

Free to Skippers, First Mates, Cruising Committee Members, and Coordinators; $20.00 for Guests of Invitees.

Deadline: March 5 No online sign-up for this meeting. Please RSVP to the Coordinator by email.

Time: TBD

Notes: By Invitation Only

Coordinator: Debbie Goldberg [email protected]











March 15 Saturday Spring Training

Location: Anne Arundel Community College 101 College Parkway Arnold, MD

Cost: $55.00 for Members $75.00 for Non-members

Deadline:

Mail: March 5 (postmark) Online: March 9

Time: Check in: 8:30 am Sessions: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Notes: Continental Breakfast & Lunch included.

Coordinators: Linda Casucci [email protected] and Debra Roane [email protected] or sign up online at www.singlesonsailboats.org

March 15 Saturday After Spring Training Party

Location: The Barn at Ulmstead Estates 883 Lynch Drive

Cost:

Arnold, MD

$41.00

Deadline: Mail: March 7 (postmark) Online: March 11

Time: 5:15 pm

Coordinator: Barbara O’Brien [email protected] or sign up online at www.singlesonsailboats.org

March 16 Sunday Brunch

Location: DoubleTree 210 Holiday Court Annapolis, MD

Cost: $28.00 before deadline $32.00 after deadline if space available

Speaker/Topic: Photo Retrospective and General Membership Meeting

Time: 11:00 am Social hour 12:00 pm Brunch 1:00 pm Program


Notes: BOD meeting following the brunch – all members welcome.

Coordinator: Ruth Moore [email protected] or sign up online at www.singlesonsailboats.org

March 22 Saturday Howard County Area Fireside Chat

Location: Columbia, MD Cost: $15 by deadline $20 after deadline

Speaker/Topic: Bill Small & Barbara Billek South on the ICW: A Travelogue

Host: Time:

Bill Small 6:00 pm



Coordinator: Jill Montgomery [email protected] or sign up online at www.singlesonsailboats.org

March 23 Sunday Sock Burning

Location: Annapolis, MD Directions provided upon registration.

Cost: $23 by deadline $30 after deadline

Speaker: Commodore Sandy Huberfeld Time: 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Deadline: Mail: March 15 (postmark) Online: March 18 Notes:

Non-members must be accompanied by a member. No smoking, no walk-ins. Limited to 30.

Coordinator: Kitty St. Romain [email protected] or sign up online at www.singlesonsailboats.org












March 29 Saturday Flare and Fire Safety Demo Location: Camp Wabanna

101 Likes Road Edgewater, MD

Cost: Free for Members


Time: 8:00 am – 10:00 am

Coordinator: Richard Green [email protected] or sign up online at www.singlesonsailboats.org

March 29 Saturday Dockside Training

Location: Various Skippers’ Boats Cost: $15 by deadline

Deadline: Mail: March 19 (postmark) Online: March 23 (9:00 pm)

Time: 10:00 am – all day Notes: Bring your own lunch, beverage, and

Basic Skills Checkout Forms Coordinator: Irene Aronian [email protected] or sign up online at www.singlesonsailboats.org

MORE PARTY INFORMATION………….

THE Social Event of the Season… Puttin’ on the Ritz Awards Dinner Dance

Cathy Laws and Hope Andruss, Event co-managers

Sign up today for the Puttin’ on the Ritz Party – the “Roaring Twenties,” the “Jazz Age,” gangsters and molls, the Charleston and “The Great Gatsby!” On Saturday, February 8, all your SOS friends will be at the Sheraton Annapolis celebrating! The appetizers and beverages will be served in an upstairs suite beginning at 5:00 PM. (Ask at the front desk for the room number.) The ballroom doors open at 6:00 PM with a cash bar and the buffet dinner will start at 6:45 PM. The evening includes pre-party, dinner, award presentations and photo contest winners, and dancing to the music of the hot Cops and Robbers Band. Dress: sailing casual to flapper to black tie. See Fleet Exercises for sign-up details.

The Annual SOS Sock Burning Ceremony- March 23

We sailors eagerly anticipate the start of our sailing season! In celebration of our upcoming time on the water, we bid the blustery winter season adieu! Just how do we do that? SOSers gather for the Annual Sock Burning to celebrate the Spring Equinox, and share stories of past sails and future anticipation.

In the Chesapeake Bay, especially in the Annapolis area, we celebrate the seasonal change with “The Burning

of the Socks!” No longer do we need to protect our toes and ankles from the wicked chill of Jack Frost. So bring those odd socks, you know the ones that have lost their mates, socks with missing heel or toes, or just those that are on their last legs and toss them into the fire in this Spring celebration of the Spring Equinox. We’ll celebrate with friends, anticipate future sailing, tell tales of past adventures, and share food and drink. Details are provided in the Fleet Exercises section.

Sock Burning is an Annapolis tradition, and we WELCOME EVERYONE to join in the tradition. Register early as

attendance is limited to 30. Bring your favorite sailing story or song as there will be a prize! Questions? Contact Kitty St. Romain,[email protected].







Medical Emergencies on the Bay - First Aid and CPR/AED Richard A. Green, Safety Chair

Are you prepared to handle Medical Emergencies on the Bay? Have you dealt with the bay’s sea nettles – do you know what to do? A crew person has some chest pain, looks pale and weak, and is rubbing her left shoulder – do you know what to do? Your friend falls overboard into very cold water – do you know what to do? A

member of the crew is diabetic, disoriented and irritable – do you know what to do? It’s hot, the skipper is sweating profusely and appears to be disoriented – do you know what to do? Unfortunately, sailing is not without risk. Over the last few years we have had significant safety events, three of which involved evacuation of the injured to the hospital. If you are isolated out on the bay, do you know how to get help – do you know what to do? According to the Safety Institute of Maryland, “When medical emergencies occur aboard a vessel at sea, quick and appropriate action becomes a life-saving event. Falling overboard into cold water, suffering a compound fracture from a fall, or having an allergic reaction to a bee sting can become a major trauma unless

there is someone aboard who knows exactly what to do. The best way to ensure the best possible outcome is through First Aid Training.” This is especially important when you realize that it takes nearly 2 hours to get an injured person on a boat into the hands of EMS personnel – do you know what to do? A new First Aid for Mariners is being offered in combination with CPR/AED by the Annapolis Fire Department EMS program as an all day event on March 1st – the cost to Members is only $30 and you will get both First Aid and CPR/AED certificates good for two years. This American Heart Association course, taught by paramedics, is being tailored to incorporate our sailing concerns on the water. Space is limited to 30 participants.

Now is the time to review and update your First Aid and CPR/AED skills! Space and enrollment is very limited, so REGISTER NOW! See February Fleet Exercises and Shore Leave for more info.


Top: Bobby Frey, January Brunch speaker Right: Sandy Huberfeld, Doug Gage, Ed Menegaux, Robin Meigel, Hope Andruss, Dave Tuttle, Kathy Higdon, Jim Randall, and Rita Svec. Photos by Richard Green

Michaline Dobrzeieski, Joe Lombardo, Pat Nyhan, and Kathy Haven

Mary Chevalier, Cathy Laws and Bob Wright

Sandy Huberfeld, Nora Kelly and Kathy Laws

Jean Judge

Photos by John Parsons


2014 SPRING TRAINING Registration, Schedule and Directions

Saturday, March 15, 2014 Deadline: March 9th

for online registration; March 5th postmark for mail-in paper registration

Registration Instructions

Spring Training is both a fun and educational event that includes many new members who are unfamiliar with the "routine.” We ask that all registrants read the instructions below before calling with questions. Cost: $55.00 Member, $75.00 Nonmember and all after deadline (see below). Included in the cost is a $5.00 non-refundable fee in the event that Spring Training is cancelled for any reason, including weather. See snow emergency instructions on page 19. Please note that classes are filled on a first-come first-served basis, so don’t delay registering! Online registrations cannot be modified, so register carefully. Registration for specific classes is limited. SOS reserves the right to adjust the class schedule to meet demand for key classes. Upon arrival, check in at the registration desk and pick up your class materials. Please be prompt and courteous; speakers are volunteers as are all the administrative staff. Anne Arundel Community College is a non-smoking and alcohol-free campus, including the parking lot. Please do not smoke or consume alcoholic beverages anywhere. A continental breakfast, a buffet lunch and an afternoon snack are included in the cost of registration. Please note, however, that no food or drink is allowed outside the cafeteria.

To register online: • We encourage online registration. Go to the website, www.singlesonsailboats.org, and you will find a

section for Spring Training. You will see something similar to the paper registration form, also published in the Whisker Pole. Please note that you can only use a credit card online; we cannot process checks online. If you do not wish to use a credit card, you can register by mail with a check. See below.

• Cost: $55.00 Member, $75.00 Nonmember and all after the March 9th

• deadline.

Choose the courses you would like to attend by clicking on the drop-down menu. If a course you select is “full,” it will not appear on the menu. This is one of the advantages of registering online. You will know your schedule when you register. Please note, however, that last-minute changes are possible due to circumstances beyond our control, so be sure to check-in at registration for your materials.

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Cancellations must be received via phone or e-mail no later than March 9th

To register by mail:

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• If you wish to register by mail, fill in the registration form included in this issue of the Whisker Pole. Mail the completed form together with your check to: SOS Spring Training, PO Box 5708, Annapolis, MD 21403.

• Cost: $55.00 Member, $75.00 Nonmember and all after the March 5th

• deadline.

Fill out all information requested on the form. Please print legibly because your information will be entered into the Spring Training database.

• There are four 90-minute class periods, A-D. Indicate your first, second, and third choices by entering that course number. DO NOT write in the course name but use only the course number. Use a zero if you do not have a second or third choice, or if you do not wish to attend anything during that session. Entering a zero will not assure you your first choice, however, because classes are assigned in the order of registration.

Example: First Choice Second Choice A: 1 A: 2 A: 0

Third Choice

B: 3 B: 2 B: 1 C: 7 C: 2 C: 3 D: 0 D: 0 D: 0

• Cancellations must be received by phone or email no later than March 9th. Checks will be torn up unless

you send a self-addressed stamped envelope with your registration.



2014 Spring Training Registration Form

Use this form if you are registering by mail. Online registration is encouraged.

Today’s date: ____________ Check # __________ (Please Print) Name: ____________________________________________ State: ______ Email Address: ________________________ Home/Cell Phone: ___________________ Work Phone ___________________

Circle All Appropriate Status categories: Circle

Appropriate Skill Level:

Member 1. Novice (New to Sailing) New Member (Fewer than 12 months) 2. Intermediate (inshore sailor to aspiring First Mate)

Nonmember 3. Advanced (First Mate, Offshore sailor) Skipper New Skipper First Mate 4. Skipper Spring Training Volunteer Speaker Indicate your course preference by the course number; use zero if you don’t have a preference. Example: Under First Choice A: 1 B: 2 C: 7 D: 3 First Choice Second Choice

Third Choice

Class Period A: A: A: Class Period B: B: B: Class Period C: C: C: Class Period D: D: D:

Cost: $55.00 Member $75.00 Nonmember and all after deadline

How did you hear about Spring Training?

Online registration is available at www.singlesonsailboats.org The exclusive member-only registration period expires January 15, 2014 at midnight

Nonmember registrations will be accepted beginning January 16, 2014.

If you are not registering on line, send this completed paper form and a CHECK payable to SOS, Inc. to:

SOS Spring Training P O Box 5708

Annapolis, MD 21403

Mail registration DEADLINE: postmark dated Wednesday, March 5, 2014 (All nonmember forms will be processed beginning January 16, 2014


4:30 PM WRAP – UP AND DOOR PRIZES IN THE CAFETERIA Skill Levels of Classes: 1 = NOVICE, new to sailing 2 = INTERMEDIATE, inshore sailor to aspiring 1st Mate 3 = ADVANCED, Skipper, 1st Mate, Offshore sailor * New Members and/or Inexperienced Sailors ** Recommended for Skippers

S.O.S. SPRING TRAINING

9:00

-10:

30

A – 1 * New Member Track A – 2 A – 3 A – 4 INTRODUCTION TO SOS

BASIC SAILING FUN-DAMENTALS

READING NAUTICAL CHARTS (Lecture)

ANCHORS AND ANCHORING

Levels: 1, 2 Levels: 1, 2 Levels: 1, 2 Levels: 1, 2, 3 SOS members Debra Roane and Bob Meadows introduce you the roles of Skippers, First Mates and crew, how to register for our events, and volunteer opportunities with the club.

Rick Morefield, SOS Skipper, uses things you already know to explain how a boat sails with specific emphasis on points of sail and getting a boat from point A to point B.

Harry Keith, SOS skipper, conducts an introduction to charts. Discussion about types of charts, their uses, data and symbols used and related resources, including web-based sources. Can be taken alone, or in conjunction with Part 2.

SOS Skipper Ben Kaufman will describe anchors, anchor rode, scope, how to anchor securely and the crews’ jobs during the process. What affects a boat at anchor and how to “weigh” anchor for another destination.

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B – 1 * New Member Track B – 2 B – 3 B – 4 BASIC SKILLS CHECK OUT

BASIC BOAT SYSTEMS

READING NAUTICAL CHARTS (Lab)

ADVANCED SAIL TRIM AND BALANCE

Levels: 1, 2

Levels: 1, 2

Levels: 2, 3 Levels: 2, 3 SOS Basic Skills program is a must for your sailing safety and enjoyment. Learn how this program works and what skills you are expected to know. Brian Guptil and Betsy Kimmel will present.

SOS Skipper Emil Becker will describe the various mechanical systems on a modern cruising sailboat, as well as how they work and how to utilize them safely for enjoyable sailing.

A practical “hands on” session is a follow up to the prior session, but can be taken alone. A series of questions and scenarios will be presented for students to solve. Harry Keith is the presenter.

Aaron Galvin, J World Annapolis Coach, describes the various controls on the sails and how to use each to shape your sails for all wind conditions. No more flogging sails; look good going down the Bay.

12:15 – 1:15 PM – LUNCH and DOOR PRIZES

1:20-2:50

C – 1 * New Member Track C – 2 C – 3 C – 4 E

NAVIGATING WITH A REAL NAUTICAL CHART (SESSION ONE) Levels: 1,2 Harry Keith, SOS Skipper and former Naval officer, will introduce charts and chart symbols, finding one’s location and plotting a course. Includes lecture and hands on work on an actual paper charts.

BASIC SAILING FOR BEGINNERS

RULES OF THE ROAD

KNOTS

RAFTING WITH SOS

Levels: 1 Levels: 1, 2 Levels: 2, 3

Levels: 1, 2, 3 VIGATING WITH A REAL NLevel

Ian Sanderson, SOS skipper guides beginning sailors through the basics of safe sailing, parts of the boat, what makes the boat move through the water, as well as some understanding of the crew positions.

SOS Skipper Dennis Krizek will review the “Nautical Rules of the Road”. Topics will include: give-way and stand-on vessels, lights, shapes and sounds, with an emphasis on situations we encounter on the Chesapeake Bay.

SOS Skippers Chuck and Julie Fort demonstrate the proper knots to use on a boat and when to use them. Hands-on practice is included while viewing animation of each knot.

Skippers Hope Andruss and Dan Meier lead this discussion on rafting in SOS, both circles and linear. What is the overall plan, what part does the crew play, and (for skippers) how to direct your crew for a smooth entry into the raft?

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D – 1 * New Member Track D – 2 D – 3 ** Skippers D – 4 ** Skippers PREP FOR A WEEKEND CRUISE WITH SOS

KNOTS

BUYING AND SELLING YOUR BOAT

SPRING COMMISSIONING & MAINTENANCE TIPS

Levels: 1, 2 Levels: 2, 3 Levels: 2, 3 Levels: 3 Sailing for a weekend requires proper gear (what to bring?) and satisfying food (what to prepare?) Shirley Brooks-Hollendursky will help you pack that bag and Teeja Meier will give you some time-tested ideas for your portion of the meals.

SOS Skipper George Hollendursky demonstrates the proper knots to use on a boat and when to use them. Hands-on practice is included while viewing animation of each knot.

Bob Walker, a former boat broker, points out what to look for when buying and selling a boat, as well as how to prepare your boat for sale.

Jeff Talarico, service manager for Hinckley Yacht Yard and SOS member, will describe maintenance tasks to prepare your boat for the sailing season. Routine maintenance tasks - what they are, what to do yourself, and what to ask the boat yard to do for you.

4:30 PM WRAP – UP AND DOOR PRIZES IN THE CAFETERIA Skill Levels of Classes: 1 = NOVICE, new to sailing 2 = INTERMEDIATE, inshore sailor to aspiring 1st Mate 3 = ADVANCED, Skipper, 1st Mate, Offshore sailor * New Members and/or Inexperienced Sailors ** Recommended for Skippers

SATURDAY MARCH 15, 2014 A – 5 ** Skippers, exp. A – 6 ** Skippers A – 7 A – 8 A – 9 PREARING FOR EXTENDED CRUISING

SAIL CONSTRUCTION, CARE & SELECTION

DOCKING & MANEUVERING IN TIGHT QUARTERS

WOMEN AT THE HELM

PHOTOGRAPHY FUNDAMENTALS 101+

Levels: 2, 3 Levels: 3 Levels: 2, 3 Levels: 2, 3 Levels: 1, 2, 3

Checklist for heading south: are there islands in your dreams? How to go about planning: boat, house and personal prep, route selection, crew recruitment and training. Much more with Sandy Daugherty, veteran cruiser.

The differences and difficulties of performance versus durability. Common sense care of your investment. Sails for heavy weather. Bary Gately, Quantum Sails

Matt Benhoff (Cap’n Matt) from Annapolis School of Seamanship, presents the concepts and techniques of maneuvering your sailboat under power, including safely docking without fear or shouting!

Join Skippers Laura Gwinn & Nancy Parsons, FM Kitty St. Romain, and Crew Teresa Scofield in a discussion on the opportunities for women at the helm. Ask the questions you have wanted to ask!

Learn how to improve your skills to capture beautiful photos of the Chesapeake Bay. SOS Photo Guy, John Parsons, will address topics including digital cameras, light, composition and storing digital images.

B – 5 ** Skippers B – 6 ** Skippers B – 7 ** Skippers B – 8 B – 9 DIESEL ENGINES

BOAT ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

MARITIME LAW

NATIONAL SAILING HALL OF FAME

SOS BAREBOAT CHARTERING

Levels: 3 Levels: 3 Levels: 2,3 Levels: 1, 2, 3 Levels: 1, 2, 3 Karl Allen, Diesel Guru will discuss basic operating theory, anatomy, routine maintenance and trouble-shooting for marine diesel engines. Karl may be able to bring his engine model, space permitting.

Andrew Fegley, owner of Yacht Electrical Systems helps in understanding and maintaining your boat’s electrical system.

JoAnne Zawitoski of Semmes, Bowen & Semmes discusses tort issues (liability for personal injuries, violation of navigation rules, collisions and acts of God). A must for all skippers.

Geoff Cuneo from NSHOF brings us up to date with the plans for the Sailing Hall of Fame. He will introduce us to the various programs that they run, including the STEM program and the Bull and Bear sailing program.

Sandy Rosswork, Bareboat Chair for SOS, introduces us to the future possible trips, as well as memories of some favorites. She will explain how we go about organizing a trip and how you can get involved! Exciting! 12:15 – 1:15 PM – LUNCH and DOOR PRIZES

C – 5 ** Skippers C – 6 ** Skippers C – 7 C – 8 C – 9 SAFETY ON BOARD AND CREW RECOVERY

WINCH TEARDOWN AND SERVICING

DRESSING FOR THE WEATHER

MEDICAL EMERGENCIES ON THE BAY

EAGLES AND OSPREYS

Levels: 2, 3 Levels: 3 Levels: 1. 2, 3 Levels: 1, 2, 3 Levels: 1, 2, 3

Aaron Galvin, J World Annapolis coach, reviews necessary crew safety gear and safety procedures on board, with a special emphasis on crew recovery. Know what to do in the event of a “man overboard”.

Pete Sarelas, Director of Maintenance, Naval Academy Sailing Program, demonstrates how to maintain your winches – large and small.

How to choose some good foul weather gear? Logan Hearn from Annapolis Performance Sailing (APS) will show some of the latest innovations and what features suit you and your sailing.

June Ejk, one of our favorite speakers, brings her medical knowledge to us on how to cope with any unfortunate medical emergencies that we may encounter while sailing.

Melanie Lynch, self-proclaimed osprey-holic, enchants us again with her slides and information about the ospreys and eagles who are our companions on the Bay.

D – 5 D – 6 ** Skippers D – 7 **Skippers D – 8 D – 9 OUTBOARD MOTORS MARINE

ELECTRONICS DINGHIES? WHICH IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

SAILING SAFELY WITH SOS

WEST/RHODE RIVERKEEPER

Levels: 2, 3 Levels: 2, 3 Levels: 2, 3 Levels: 1, 2, 3 Level 1, 2, 3 Bob Pierce, long-time Annapolis delivery captain and outboard guru, helps us to understand the care and feeding of that balky outboard.

Ryan McQueen of Marine Technical Services (MTS) will present new electronics for Chesapeake Bay Sailors

Jesse Tucker, Fawcett Boat Supplies Sales & Service will discuss your questions about buying the right dinghy, how to repair and store them.

Sailing is not without risk! Everyone needs to be aware of basic safety rules and what to do in the event of an accident. Richard Green, SOS Safety Chair. Safety is a team effort!

Jeff Holland is the director of the organization that is dedicated to protecting our communities by stopping pollution. Learn about Riverkeeper programs and how you can work to improve rivers and our Bay.

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Schedule for Saturday, March 15, 2013

TIME FUNCTION Start End

8:00 AM 8:30 AM Registration and Continental Breakfast 8:30 AM 8:50 AM Welcome/Announcements 9:00 AM 10:30AM Session A

10:30 AM 10:40 AM Break 10:40 AM 12:10 AM Session B 12:15 AM 1:15 PM Lunch, Door Prizes

1:20 PM 2:50 PM Session C 2:50 PM 3:00 PM Break 3:00 PM 4:30 PM Session D 4:30 PM 5:00 PM Wrap-up, Door Prizes

101 College Parkway Directions to Anne Arundel Community College:

Arnold, MD 21012

From Washington or Annapolis Take Route 50 east to exit 27, Route 2 north (Governor Ritchie Highway) toward Baltimore. Stay on Route 2 for about three miles. Turn right on College Parkway. The first right turn is the campus entrance.

From Baltimore From Interstate 695 take exit 2, Route 10 toward Severna Park. Stay on Route 10 until it ends at Route 2 (Governor Ritchie Highway). Follow Route 2 south about five miles. Turn left on College Parkway. The first right turn is the campus entrance.

Snow Emergency Procedure

ATTENTION - If there is snow on Saturday, March 15th (and we certainly hope there isn't!), we MAY have to cancel Spring Training. In the event the weather is questionable, the Education Committee will leave a message on the SOS Spring Training Weather Hotline, available only on March 15th

! The $5 non-refundable fee will be retained in the event of cancellation; other fees paid will be refunded.

Snow Emergency Recorded Message: 410-798-4098 Other questions: [email protected] or [email protected]




Mark Your Calendars ! Book Your 2014 Cruis es ! By: Cruising Co-Chairs Jim Brooks, Peg Green and Cynthia Palmer

The days are getting longer, the sun is getting stronger – yup, it’s time to make plans to get out on the water! This season we have 18 weekend cruises, 10 weekends with daysails, 13 midweek sails, a first mates cruise, and an extended cruise up the Chester River to charming Chestertown. For weekend cruises, we’ll get an April 12-13 jump on the season with the ever-popular IRS Cruise. Come on - just get a tax filing extension and go sailing that weekend! Also back by popular demand are: a Shakedown Cruise; a DNR Party (wicked pirates, wickeder wenches!); a Summer Solstice Anniversary Cruise; a Seafood Feast; a Chili Cook off; a Goose Cruise; and a Blue Lips Cruise. This year we’ve added a Shawlapalooza Cruise (9/6-7) for the Janie Meneely concert-on-a-barge in Shaw Bay. We also invite you to come watch the start of the Great Chesapeake Schooner Race on 10/6 just south of the Bay Bridge. For the remaining weekend cruises, here’s your chance to let your imagination and creative spirit dazzle your fellow SOSers We’ve got a Kentucky Derby cruise (think big hats, mint juleps, win/place/show prizes); a Luau cruise (many tropical drinks, fun music, leis, hula skirts, sarongs, Hawaiian shirts); an Everything Red, White and Blue Fireworks Cruise for July 4th

; a French Appetizers and Desserts Cruise to celebrate Bastille Day (mais oui!); and a Let Them Eat Cake (‘Cause I’m Not on the Barge Trip) Cruise (in Harness Creek – think pods, dinghies, exploring beautiful Quiet Waters Park, maybe renting kayaks?).

We’ll have a few split destination cruises to accommodate both north- and south-based boats and give you a chance to sail rather than motor to a destination. A handful of cruises may enjoy a full moon in a clear evening sky. Lastly, at the request of skippers we’ve tried to be even-handed in selecting both northern and southern Chesapeake Bay destinations and a few spots we’ve not visited for a while with SOS.

Just a reminder for both skippers and crew – if you want to enjoy sailing Saturday and/or Sunday but miss that heater, fan, or A/C at night, sign up for day sails on weekends – the perfect solution!! Get a handle on upcoming weather and make your decision to sail just a few days ahead. Sail the wind with no set destination imposed on the boat. Minimize prep – just pack a lunch and go ‘cause you‘ll be back in time for dinner ashore. Maybe some sails could be scheduled later in the day if it’s super hot. Day sails are also great for new members needing to get checked out on the Basic Skills needed to qualify for weekend cruising. And for those who have weekend commitments but can get away on Wednesdays, mid-week sails are offered through the season. Enjoy the Bay on a weekday when it’s almost all yours! Less traffic. Fewer big wakes. Hardly any nasty language on the VHF.

So get out your calendar, check the full schedule elsewhere in this issue, and get cracking if you want to take advantage of a fantastic SOS Bay Cruising season. We’ll see you on the water!

SCHEDULE OF SOS CRUISING EVENTS 2014

MEETINGS Saturday February 8 Raft Captain meeting in am and Awards Banquet in pm Sunday February 16 Skipper’s Meeting Sunday March 9 Cruising Kickoff Saturday March 15 Spring Training Saturday March 29 Flare Training and First Dockside Training Saturday July 26 Second Dockside Training November 8 Wrap-up


2014 Sailing Schedule

April 12-13 IRS Cruise, (N) MYC, Patapsco River; (S) Pirates Cove, West River April 19 Day Sail April 23 Midweek Sail April 26-27 Shakedown Cruise, (N) - Jubb Cove, Bodkin; (S) - Rhode River May 3-4 Kentucky Derby Cruise (Derby drinks, win, place and show winners), Eagle Cove, Magothy River May 7 Midweek Sail May 10-11 Day Sails May 17-18 DNR Cruise and Wicked Pirates Party, Wye Island, Granary Creek May 21 Midweek Sail May 24-26 Memorial Day Cruise, (N) – Broad Creek, Magothy River, second night at skipper’s discretion

(S) – Broad Creek, Choptank River, second night at skipper’s discretion May 24-June 2 Extended Cruise, Broad Creek (60s Rock and Roll), Magothy River (24th), Queenstown Creek(25th), Reed

Creek (26th), Langford Bay Marina (27th), Comegys Bight (28th), Chestertown Yacht and Country Club (29th-30th), then return home (June 1-2)

June 7-8 Luau Cruise (tropical drinks, leis, prizes for best Hawaiian shirt/sarong/grass skirt) Wye East River past Pickering Creek June 11 Midweek Sail June 14-15 Full Moon First Mate Cruise, Round Bay. Invitation only June 21-22 Summer Solstice Cruise and Anniversary Party - Sailing Emporium, Rock Hall June 25 Midweek Sunset Sail June 28-29 Day Sails July 4-6 Happy 4th Everything Red, White and Blue Cruise, Whitehall Bay (fireworks, Friday July 4th), Swan Creek ( 5th), home on 6th July 9 Midweek Sail July 12-13 Day Sails July 19-20 Bastille Day French Appetizers and Desserts Cruise, Broad Creek, Magothy River July 23 Midweek Sail July 26 Second Dockside Training July 27 Day Sail August 2-3 Town Hall, Galesville, West River Cruise August 6 Midweek Sail August 9-10 Seafood Feast - Sailing Emporium, Rock Hall August 16-17 Day sails August 20 Midweek Sail August 23-24 Day Sails Aug 30-Sept 1 Labor Day Cruise, (N) – Middle River; (S) – Dun Cove, Harris Creek or Broad Creek, Choptank River.

Second nights at Skippers’ discretion September 6-7 Shawlapalooza Cruise - Janie Meneely concert in Shaw Bay (pods, no raft; get there early to anchor in a

good spot; bring a dingy if possible) September 10 Midweek Sail (Full Moon) N.B. Rest of September will have 118 members on French Barge trip – expect very small turnout for sails and cruises at home Sept 13-14 Let Them Eat Cake (‘Cause I’m Not On the Barge Trip) Cruise, Harness Creek, South River (pods; bring

dinghies to go ashore to walk in Quiet Waters Park or rent kayaks) September 20 Left open so SOS skippers are able to participate in the Hospice Cup if desired September 21 Day Sail September 24 Midweek Sail September 27-28 Day Sails October 4-5 Chili Cook-off, Wye East River October 8 Midweek Sail (Full Moon) October 11-13 Columbus Day Cruise (N) – Sassafras River; (S) – Hunting Creek, Miles River; add Sunday night and

Monday at Skippers’ discretion October 16 Midweek sail, Flotilla to watch the (Thursday) afternoon start of the Great Chesapeake Schooner Race,

below the Bay Bridge October 18-19 Day Sails October 25-26 Goose Cruise, Gray's Inn Creek or Corsica, Chester River November 1-2 Blue Lips Cruise, (N) – MYC (Pasadena) (S) – CYC, West River


Rafting Seminar for Skippers, FMs, and Crew

George Hollendursky, Raft Captain

February 8, 2014, 9:30am - 12:30pm Edgewater Library, 25 Stepney Lane

Continental breakfast provided

Rafting is an important aspect of SOS cruising and doing it safely is critical. This seminar is for everyone in SOS. Learn how SOS builds linear and circle rafts including where and how to set an anchor, place fenders, secure lines, approach in the wind, and effectively communicate on the boat and with the Raft Captain.

This session covers Raft Captains’ considerations involved in raft building such as advance planning, general guidelines for all rafts, special considerations for circle and linear rafts, handling emergencies, and ways in which skippers and crew can assist the rafting process.

Eric Smaridge Membership Directory 2014

In preparation for the latest membership directory, we ask that all SOS Members verify their personal information on

the SOS website by April 1st, 2014.

Please go to the SOS website, log onto your Profile and make sure everything is up to date. If you have any problems or questions, do not hesitate to contact me or the web administrator for assistance. We’d like to have the most current information available.

We are also looking for new cover art for the directory. Use your artistic talent to depict some aspect of Singles On Sailboats and sailing to adorn the cover. The cover art may be designed in pencil, pen, paint or by computer, must be one color, fit within 5.5 and 8.5 inches, and be in portrait orientation. A larger piece is acceptable if it can be sized down to fit these dimensions. The winning artist agrees to give SOS the right to use the art on the cover. Entry Deadline is April 1st

, 2014. Send submissions to [email protected] or snail mail to Eric Smaridge, 3 Church Circle #125, Annapolis, Md. 21401.

MEMBERSHIP NUMBERS

2014 Members 740 750

2013


By Suzanne Send items to [email protected] (If you sent an article to “Scuttlebutt” and it hasn’t been published please resend to [email protected])

In mid November Elizabeth Hubley and Lorraine Fassett spent a week in Turkey on a whirlwind tour. “Starting out in Istanbul we saw the Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. From there and traveling down the western coast we saw the amazing sites and antiquities of Troy, Ephesus, the UNESCO World Heritage site of Pamukkale and Perge in Antalya. We also managed to do some shopping along the way. “Lorraine, I would hope for no less!!” Sounds wonderful. And Betsy Kimmel just returned from another fantastic voyage with Enrichment Voyages to the Dominican Republic, Columbia, Panama Canal, Costa Rica, Guatemala and Mexico! “This time I was working with the Children's Program. You can see a LARGE pirate (related to the DR and Columbia...educational!) in the summaryat http://www.semesteratsea.org/2014/01/15/enrichment-voyage-sails-through-caribbean-central-and-south-america/. The program is educational! No casinos, no gambling...just enrichment on all levels!” Edith Goldman married her long-time partner Mike. Edith has no plans for this to interfere with her sailing activities. Ben Kaufman wrote, “Eastport Yacht Club (EYC) holds a New Year’s Day potluck and football-watching party open to members and guests. Several SOS members are also EYC members, and they often attend the event, including Linda Nahin, who brought Meeps Yox to the 2014 party. Part of the potluck is a 50-50 raffle, in which people buy tickets, a winning ticket is drawn, and the proceeds are split evenly between the winner and the EYC Junior Racing Program. Getting into the spirit of the party, Meeps bought raffle tickets and WON the 50-50. Although she attempted to donate her winnings back to the Juniors, they would not take it, insisting that she keep her winnings. So, next time you see Meeps in an SOS setting, make HER buy YOU a drink.” On Friday the 13th

, Ginger Eanes went to New Orleans to see her newest Grandson, Carson. While celebrating

and dancing, she twisted a weak ankle and fell. The ankle is ok but she fractured the hard-to-heal, Scaphoid Bone in her wrist. She will have an ugly black cast for THREE, count them, 3 months! When Carson grows up, he can tell the story about when he first met his Grandmother, “She was BREAK-DANCING” in New Orleans…

Now, we’ve all heard of nit picking, but “sand picking? Think Velcro, Greece, and Barbara. Another injured member--Vicky Waidner is recovering from surgery for a broken leg and may be in rehab for up to THREE months. She welcomes cards and visitors, so please contact me- Suzanne Farr- for scheduling visits. Thanks, all. Keep the information flowing. There is no column without you. Don’t forget to send me your birth month and day; it does not get published without your telling me.

Suzanne Happy Birthdays! January (Sorry we missed y’all last month) 10th: Bev Nash; 31st Jean Logan February: 1st: Betsy Kimmel; 5th: Lindsey Sturduval; 6th Oren Wolfe; 15th Suzanne Farr; 16th Zonia Acton and Richard Green; 19th: Lauren Harbom March 3rd: John Halstead; 8th Geri Walker; 10th Teeja Meier; 27th Nancy Parsons; 29th Jody Hutchinson.


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CLASSIFIEDS: Please E-MAIL YOUR AD ►[email protected]◄Ed Petersohn. e-mail SUBJECT: WP CLASSIFIED AD

. As a courtesy, please send a cancellation when your ad has been fulfilled. Dormant ads— those that have

appeared for three months with no word from their “owners”—will be dropped unless you specifically ask that they continue to run. If you would like to reinstate an ad please contact Ed (E-mail).

DEADLINE FOR ADS IS THE 15th OF THE MONTH for publication in the following month’s issue.

SOS NET: The unofficial online communication for SOS members. To join, simply navigate in your browser to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SinglesOnSail (Yahoo! ID required).with no fees or subscriptions.For questions, e-mai lthe list owner at:[email protected]

BOATS -- SLIPS --

1979 BRISTOL 29.9 TALL RIG:130 Jib with roller furling; main reworked 2012 with lazy jacks, fast track & all lines to cockpit: Ray Marine GPS & Radar with 2 additional windows available. Very Good Condition. All ready for cruising and everything included $29,900. Late season specials possible - Make offer. Contact Sandy at [email protected]

or call (336)682-8766 for more details.

SLIP AVAILABLE, BACK CREEK ANNAPOLIS. Takes up to 33 feet; beam 12 ft 4 inches. Depth 7 1/2 feet. Call Brian 410-268-4685. (exp. 1-14)

RARE SLIP FOR RENT in sheltered Annapolis Mill Creek one mile past Cantlers. Deep water. Dock carts, water, and electricity. For boat up to 45 feet. Contact 410 757 3553 or [email protected]

SLIP FOR RENT:

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Deep water slip in protected cove off Mill Creek (SEVERN RIVER). Newly rebuilt, rewired pier. Water and electricity available at pier. Plenty of parking available for cars. Easy access to the Chesapeake Bay. Contact Bev Nash,410-349-1467or [email protected] (exp.4-14)

MISC BOAT EQUIPMENT

LEWMAR 30-ST -Ocean series-2 speed, SELF TAILING WINCH. Chrome.Brand New (never mounted) $600. Retails for $1K. Ruth Moore 410-267-0599 [email protected].(exp.1-14)

INFLATABLE RAFT For Sale: West Marine RU260 (2009) Length 8’6”, never used, make offer. PVC fabric, rollup wood floor, 51 lbs, holds 2-4 persons 4hp max originally sold for $840 make offer. Call George at 703 323 1012, or 301 467 8391 or email to [email protected] (exp.1-14)

STANDARD HORIZON FLOATING MARINE TRANSCEIVER HX750S Submersible loud audio,large display, High Intensity Strobe Light, Lithium Battery etc. Works great and makes a great backup or cockpit handy VHF. Great stocking stuffer at $75. Contact Sandy at [email protected]

or call (336 )682 8766. (exp.2-14)

MISC BOAT EQUIPMENT . GARMIN OREGON 400C; Waterproof, Rugged 3-inch touchscreen with US coastal charts and Bahamas. Sunlight readable color screen, wirelessly share routes, tracks, waypoints, etc., electronic compass, uses 2 AA batteries, micro SD card slot. All in original box with USB cable, Carabiner, owners manual & Quick Start Guide. Used 3-4 times and works great. Originally $500.00 Xmas special $250.00. Contact Sandy [email protected]

or (336) 682 8766. (exp.2-14)

REAL ESTATE

KITCHEN & BATHROOMS: Upgrade or Repairs for your Home or Vessel,[email protected] or call Mark Rybas: 610-585-9037. (exp. 2-14)

Treasurer’s Report

Balances as of December 31

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Happy Hours are not official SOS functions. All sailors or non-sailors interested in sailing are invited to attend any of the SOS HHs, especially new or potential SOS members. We meet at local restaurant in the bar area. Check below or SOS website for locations.

The Happy Hours are listed in chronological order. SE Pennsylvania1

: We have two SE PA Happy Hours. st Tuesday- February 4th at McKenzie Brew House

(was Charlie Brown’s) off 202; 324 W Swedesford Road, Berwyn, 610 407 4300 Starting at 6 pm; dinner around 7:00 pm. SOS Contact: Patti Evans, [email protected]

Virginia/DC: There are two NVA/DC Happy Hours! 1st Wednesday (CHANGE IN DAY) - February 5th meet at 5:00 p.m. at the bar: Mylos Grill, Old Dominion Drive in McLean/ Chesterbrook shopping center. www.mylosgrill.com. Free parking, great food! SOS Contact: Charlotte O'Conor [email protected] Ellicott City, MD: 1st Thursday- February 6th 5:30 – 7:30 PM at Bare Bones Grill and Brewery, 9150-22 Baltimore Natl. Pike, Ellicott City, MD 21042. Corner of St. Johns Lane & Rte 40. http://www.barebonesgrill.com/ tel. 410.461.0770 SOS Contact: Jill Montgomery [email protected] South-Central Pennsylvania, 1st Thursday February 6th at Heritage Hills Golf Resort, 2700 Mt. Rose Ave. (PA-124), York, PA starting at 6:30 on the lower level of Knickers Pub. SOS Contact: Bob Morrow, [email protected] Baltimore, MD: 2nd Thursday - February 13th, meet at 5 PM in the bar. Michaels Cafe Restaurant & Lounge, located 2119 York Road, Timonium, across from Fairgrounds, MD 21220, 410-252-2022, http://www.michaelscafe.com/ Free parking, great food, drinks and Happy Hour prices. Food service until 11 pm. Cozy atmosphere, friendly wait staff. SOS Contact: Barb O’Brien, [email protected] Delaware:

http://timothysontheriverfront.com/

3rd Wednesday – February 19th, 5:30 PM, at Timothy’s Restaurant and Bar, Wilmington Riverfront, by Blue Rock Stadium, facing the waterfront.

930 Justison Street, Wilmington DE 19801. 302-429-RIBS (7427). Happy Hour drink specials good until 7PM. SOS Contacts:Sue Donaldson [email protected] Geri Walker [email protected] Rockville, MD: 3rd Thursday- February 20th , 5 -7 PM at Marriott Hotel, 5701 Marinelli Road, North Bethesda, MD 20852, (301) 822-9200; by the White Flint Metro station. SOS Contact: Jim Randall: [email protected]

SE Pennsylvania: The second Happy Hour for SE PA is the 3rd Thursday- February 20th, McKenzie Brew House (was Charlie Brown’s) off 202; 324 W Swedesford Road, Berwyn, 610 407 4300 Starting at 6 pm; dinner around 7:00 pm. SOS Contact: Patti Evans, [email protected]

Virginia/DC: The second Happy Hour for NVA/DC is the 3rd Friday- February 21st meet at 5:00 p.m. at the bar: Sur la Place, 5105 MacArthur Blvd. website: surlaplaceindc.com (Site of the old L'Appetito) Wash. DC. SOS Contact: Charlotte O'Conor [email protected] Annapolis, MD: 4th Thursday, February 27th, 5:30 – 7:00 PM at the Smoke House, located in the Bay Ridge Plaza with Bay Ridge Liquors and West Marine. (107 Hillsmere Drive, Annapolis, MD 21403) Tel. 410.571.5073. www.annapolissmokehouse.com/ Meet in the bar area. Happy Hour prices: $3 house wines, $3 rail drinks, $2 off draft beer and $2.25 for domestic beers; 2-3 food selections for $5. SOS Contact: Patricia Duvall at [email protected], Ron

[email protected]

Send an e-mail to: [email protected] 15th of the month for changes to happy hour information.

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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!

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DIRECTIONS February 6: SOS Board Meeting at Greenbriar Center, 7600 Hanover Parkway, Greenbelt, MD

From Washington Beltway (Interstate 95/495): Exit onto Baltimore/Washington (BW) Parkway toward Baltimore. Exit BW Parkway at the first exit (to Greenbelt), bear left on exit ramp to Greenbelt Road (east), make first left at light onto Hanover Parkway and turn immediately left into Greenbriar Center parking lot. Enter side door off lot, walk through room to stairs and take to second floor room.

From Baltimore/Phila: Take I-295 to Greenbelt/MD 193 exit. Left at end of ramp, then bear left. Take the second left onto Hanover Pkwy and turn immediately left into Greenbriar Center parking lot. Enter side door off lot, walk through room to stairs and take to second floor room.

February 8 Raft Seminar: Edgewater Library: 25 Stepney’s Lane, Edgewater, MD 21037 410-222-1538 From Rt. 50 Exit 22 to Aris T Allen Blvd to Rt. 2 South [Solomon’s Island Rd]. Proceed approximately 2.5 miles to third light after crossing South River. Turn left onto Mayo Rd. Proceed to second light, approximately 3/4 mile. Turn right onto Stepney’s Lane. Look for Library sign on the right February 8 Awards dinner February 9 Brunch – The Sheraton, Annapolis, From US Highway 50 East/Annapolis. Take Exit 23/450/Parole and bear right. Turn at the first right onto Jennifer Road, then the first right into Restaurant Park.

173 Jennifer Road, Annapolis, MD 21401

March 1 First Aid/CPR Annapolis Fire Department 620 Taylor Ave Annapolis, MD Directions to Annapolis Fire Dept: From Route 50 take Rowe Blvd exit, (EXIT 24 from Washington toward Annapolis; EXIT 24A from the Bay Bridge toward Annapolis). Merge onto Rowe Blvd/MD-70 E toward Annapolis. Drive 0.9 mile and

Turn left onto Taylor Ave. Cross Ridgely Ave. 620 will be on your right.


Cruising Memories 2013….Are you ready for 2014?

Photos by John Parsons

Goose Cruise

Appetizer and Dessert Cruise

Halloween Cruise


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