HRPS June 09

The Landfall: June 2009June 2009June 2009June 2009

Welcome to another edition of “The Landfall”. We are in full swing of another terrific boating season and it started out great this past weekend in Smith-field at Smithfield Station Marina. This rendezvous was courtesy of the Virginia Beach Sail & Power Squadron and I would like to thank Cdr. Johnson of

Virginia Beach S&PS and all their members who attended for an enjoyable week-end (see pictures on page 4). There were three squadrons in attendance. We had a great barbeque and games during the day on Saturday, and a lot of fun at kara-oke on the docks Saturday night. The Sunday Brunch at Smithfield Station Restau-rant was attended by many of the weekend participants and afterwards, some of us took a leisurely stroll through

town to see the historical houses and structures.

The Reichard family has acquired another “boat” (in the form of a dinghy) that we were hoping to obtain some good practice there in the waters of the Pagan River for the upcoming dinghy poker run in Cape Charles this July. Unfortunately, the motor didn’t want to cooperate, but that didn’t stop Joshua from show-ing us that he has hidden rowing talents. He was more than willing to operate the dinghy with old fashion muscle and deter-mination. He even rowed me around the basin area for a fun

treat.

We will be “Crossing Paths” at the D/5 and D/27 combined Summer Rendezvous on July 23 – 26, 2009. Don’t forget to submit your reservations for this historic event. This is a rare op-portunity to be a part of a combined Summer Council outing and you don’t want to miss out! Check out the “Latest News” section of the D/5 website at: http://uspsd5.org/ for

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A Unit of United States Power Squadrons ®

VOL. 49 NO 5

FOUNDED 1937 FOUNDED 1937 FOUNDED 1937 FOUNDED 1937

From the

CommanderCDR Sharen Reichard, P 757-465-1531 –or– [email protected]

Executive Committee:

Cdr Sharen Reichard

Lt/C Allen Orndorff—Executive Officer

Lt/C Arlene Anderson—Squadron Educational Officer

Lt/C Conrad Reisinger—Secretary

Lt/C Laura Cole—Treasurer

Members at Large:

P/C Tom Reichard

Susan Reisinger

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CALENDAR of EVENTS

June

4 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING915 “G” Street, Hampton, VA @ 1900

13 Business Meeting / Covered Dish 915 “G” Street, Hampton, VA

1800 Cocktails 1900 Dinner: $2.50 / person Bring a Covered Dish, Matey

Theme: Dress as your favorite Pirate Hosted by: HOST STILL NEEDED

July

2 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING915 “G” Street, Hampton, VA @ 1900

2-5 July 4th Rendezvous Fort Monroe VA

Hosted by: Tom & Sharen Reichard

11 Business Meeting / Covered Dish 915 “G” Street, Hampton, VA

1800 Cocktails 1900 Dinner: $2.50 / person Bring your own meat and a side dish to share

Theme: All American Cookout Hosted by: HOST STILL NEEDED

17-22 D/5 Commanders Cruise Chesapeake Bay

Point of Contact: Tom Reichard

17th—Overnight at Fort Monroe 18th—travel to Urbanna 1800 Picnic / Music Under the Stars Band—Jumbo Lump Daddy & the Backfin Boys 19th/20th—Explore Urbana 21st—Depart for Tides Inn and meet Southern Bound Cruise 23rd– Depart for Cape Charles and Summer Rendezvous 26th– Depart for Hampton Roads

23-26 D/5 & D/27 Combined Summer Rendezvous Cape Charles, VA

Hosted by: D/5 & D/27

Current activity and meeting schedules can be found online at

http://members.cox.net/hrps/index.htm

Web Page and Roster News Web Page and Roster News Web Page and Roster News Web Page and Roster News

There is a new

update to our

Squadrons Web

Page. If you

have internet

access there

are several new

items that you

can access

from there.

You will notice a link that will take you to

the National Site where you can pay you

dues online via a credit card. There is also

a link that will display the current Squadron

Roster and it allows you to update your per-

sonal information. (changes will take sev-

eral days before it is reflected to our listing)

Additionally, if you could take some time

and review the website and provide com-

ments to the Webmaster of what you

liked / disliked / would like to see we can

tweak it to meet the needs of the squad-

ron. HRPS website can be accessed at

www.uspsd5.org and follow the link to

Hampton Roads.

Realizing that there are several members

without internet access we have provided a

copy of the current roster (as of 5/17/09)

for your review. If there are any corrections

or additions, please mail them to:

Tom Reichard

1205 Elverton Ct.

Chesapeake, VA 23321

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Boating

EducationLt/C Arlene Anderson, AP

757-357-6319

On Saturday, 16 May 09, I attended a District 5 Regional Educational Meeting. I learned one thing for sure, USPS is continually updating and adding training materials to their inventory. I know most of our members say I’ve taken all the boating course that I want, well have you considered checking out what

is available in the USPS

Learning Guides.

You say, what is a USPS Learning Guide: They are generally short booklets that pro-vide useful information on a variety of marine-related topics. They are available from USPS Headquarters by calling 1-888-FOR-USPS or on-line via the United States Power Squadrons Ship’s Store. Shipping and handling cost will be added to the price be-low. Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American

Express are accepted.

These same items are also available to USPS members at reduced rates through the

Squadron Education Officer. Do you see any topics that interest you? Let me know and I will order the

guides at a reduced rate. Just send me an e-mail with you interest.

I hope everyone has an enjoyable and safe boating season.

P/D/C Arlene M. Anderson, AP

Squadron Education Officer

Guide New Retail PriceMember

Price

Boat Insurance $ 6.95 $ 5.00

Compass Adjusting $ 6.95 $ 5.00

Global Positioning System (GPS) $11.50 $ 6.00

GMDSS and Marine Radio, The Boatowner's Guide to $16.95

$11.00

How to Fly Flags $ 6.95 $ 5.00

Knots, Bends and Hitches for Mariners$14.95 $ 9.90

Knot Tying: The Basic Knots CD $24.95 $12.95

Marine Amateur Radio $12.95 $ 8.40

Navigational Astronomy $ 6.95 $ 5.00

Plotting and Labeling Standards $ 6.95 $ 5.00

Predicted Log Guide $ 12.95 $ 8.00

Sailing, Introduction to $14.95 $13.00

Sight Reduction Methods $16.95 $12.50

Skipper Saver $12.95 $ 6.00

USPS Nautical Glossary $ 6.95 $ 5.00

Water Sports $ 6.95 $ 5.00

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Vision Vision Vision Vision

Safe, Responsible & Fun Recreational Boating

MissionMissionMissionMissionMinimize the loss of life, personal injury, property damage and environmental

impact while maximizing the safe use and enjoyment of U.S. waterways by recreational boaters. The Ves-sel Safety Check process is one of “prevention through education, outreach and volunteer compliance” helping recreational boaters to gain a respect for the boating environment.

The VSC Program also helps to achieve voluntary compliance with federal and state recreational boating safety laws, particularly with regard to the carriage of safety equipment while raising boater awareness about safety and environmental issues through voluntary contact by a Vessel Examiner (VE). VE discus-sions with recreational boaters is designed to motivate maintaining and operating their boats in a safe manner, taking boating safety courses to increase their knowledge and skills in boating, and promoting safe boating.

Become a Vessel ExaminerBecome a Vessel ExaminerBecome a Vessel ExaminerBecome a Vessel ExaminerInterested in becoming a Vessel Examiner? Contact P/C Conrad Reisinger for details.

Vessel Safety ChecksD/Lt Conrad Reisinger, AP

Memorial Day Weekend Rendezvous

Smithfield, VA

Smithfield Station

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Merit Mark Submissions: Merit Mark Submissions: Merit Mark Submissions: Merit Mark Submissions:

I need help this year with keeping track of merit mark inputs. If eve-

ryone could complete the following information for all the activities

that you participate in as we progress throughout the year. Addition-

ally any information on activities performed since the beginning of

the year I will also need. I have included a basic guide (on the left)

to help you in writing up your inputs. This is just a guide and is not all

inclusive.

Name: ____________________________________________

Date: _________________________

Hours spent: ____________________

Hours of preparation: _________________

Description of Event / Actions performed:

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Submissions can be e-mailed to [email protected]

or mailed to

Tom Reichard.

1205 Elverton Ct.

Chesapeake, VA 23321

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GRASS CUTTING

It is that time of year again, the rains have come and the grass is

growing. The last several years it has been increasingly difficult to

find volunteers to cut the grass and we have been forced to hire a

groundskeeper to keep the grass under control. Currently we have

someone that is cutting the grass every two weeks. If anyone

would like to make a donation in lieu of actually mowing the lawn, please contact either Sharen

Reichard or Laura Cole. All help is greatly appreciated.

Squadron Roster Information

deleted from ONLINE version.

If you need a copy please

contact the editor.

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The Squadron is in need of volunteers to as-

sist during the conduct of the State Boating

Classes that are being held every Saturday

(with some possible Sundays) at BASS PRO

Shop in Hampton. I know what you are think-

ing; “I am not an instructor, what can I do”.

Well the answer is—A LOT! It is true that in-

structors are needed, but still needed are

people to assist with registration / setup /

interface with students / or just a friendly

hello to make everyone feel at home. This is a unique opportunity to get out on a regular basis and make

contact with the boating public and inform them of the unique opportunities that exist for them in the

power squadron. Our points of contact for this is both Arlene Anderson and Gaylord Lockett. For more

information or to schedule yourself a time to help, please contact either one of them.

At the USPS Annual Meeting it was voted and

passed to switch the total membership over to an-

nual billing . What this means to us is that we will

now submit our membership dues directly to Na-

tional and then they will deposit the applicable

Squadron and district dues into the respective bank

accounts. All current members will be assigned an

anniversary date of June , while new members will

be assigned an anniversary date based on the date

when they joined USPS. Additionally we now have

the option of using a credit card to pay our dues and

they can also be paid online. One important point to

remember is that if you choose to make a donation

to the Squadron in excess of the amount owed on

your dues statement, DO NOT mail this to National UNLESS you desire that donation to be applied directly to the National Headquar-

ters. I mention this because I know that some of our members, even though not required to pay dues, still make a financial contribu-

tion to the squadron, and if returned to National, it will be posted to the National Treasury and will not make it back down to the

squadron level.

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CROSSING PATHSUSPS Districts 5 and 27 - 2009 Summer Rendezvous

Bay Creek Marina and Resort, Cape Charles, Virginia

23-26 July 2009

MEMBER: Rank__________Name:___________________________________________Grade:_______

ADDRESS:____________________________CITY:_______________________STATE:____ZIP:_____

SQUADRON:___________________________________________ DISTRICT:_____________________

E-MAIL:________________________________________________PHONE:_______________________

SPOUSE/OTHER ATTENDEES:

Rank________Name____________________________________________Grade____________

Rank________Name____________________________________________Grade____________

Rank________Name____________________________________________Grade____________

Children Attending #__________ Ages__________________________(for children activities)

ACTIVITIES SELECTIONS

Activity Fee (Per Adult) – Defrays cost of tent, tables and chairs #______ @ $12.00 ___________

Poker Run – Friday – Per Boat - Defrays cost of awards #______ @$10.00 ____________

Navigation Contest – Saturday – Per Boat – Defrays cost of awards #______ @$20.00 ____________

Chatham Winery Tour and Tasting with lunch at Eastville Inn

Crab Cake Sandwich with dessert #______ @$32.00____________

Chicken Salad Sandwich with dessert #______ @$32.00____________

Friday Night Seafood Fest - Adults #______ @$35.00____________

- Children 12 yrs and younger #______ @$12.00____________

Steamed Crabs, Crab Cakes, Shrimp, Clams, Fried Fish,

Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, Salads, Soda, Tea – (Bottomless Beer Mug $5.00 sold at door)

Saturday Night Award Dinner – Southern Style Pig Pick’n

- Adults #_____ @$28.00_____________

- Children 12 yrs and younger #_____ @$14.00_____________

TOTAL ENCLOSED ______________

Make Checks Payable to: 2009 USPS Summer Rendezvous

SEND TO: P/D/C Arlene M. Anderson, AP

11258 Magnolia Place

Smithfield, Virginia 23430

[email protected] 757-357-6319 (home) or 757-685.6319 (cell)

More information can be found online at www.uspsd5.org More information can be found online at www.uspsd5.org More information can be found online at www.uspsd5.org More information can be found online at www.uspsd5.org

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The Landfallis a monthly publication of the

Hampton Roads Sail and Power Squadron.

Deadline for articles for the May 2009 issue

is 15 April 2009.

EditorEditorEditorEditorP/C Thomas Reichard, AP

1205 Elverton Ct.Chesapeake, VA 23321

757-465-1531 –or– [email protected]

Assistant EditorAssistant EditorAssistant EditorAssistant EditorP/D/C Arlene Anderson, AP11258 Magnolia PlaceSmithfield, VA 23430

757-357-6319 or [email protected]

COMMANDERCOMMANDERCOMMANDERCOMMANDERCdr Sharen Reichard, P

1205 Elverton Ct.Chesapeake, VA 23321

465-1531 or [email protected]

EXECUTIVE OFFICEREXECUTIVE OFFICEREXECUTIVE OFFICEREXECUTIVE OFFICERLt/C Allen Orndorff, AP114 Jennings Drive

Grafton, VA 23692-3119898-6128

SQUADRON EDUCATION OFFICERSQUADRON EDUCATION OFFICERSQUADRON EDUCATION OFFICERSQUADRON EDUCATION OFFICERLt/C Arlene Anderson, AP11258 Magnolia PlaceSmithfield, VA 23430

[email protected]

2009—2010

Bridge Officers

TREASURERTREASURERTREASURERTREASURERLt/C Laura Cole, S210 Sesco Dr.

Hampton, VA 2664850-3224 or [email protected]

SECRETARYSECRETARYSECRETARYSECRETARYLt/C Conrad Reisinger, AP

4310 Driver LaneSuffolk, VA 23435

538-0370 or [email protected]

The Landfallis a monthly publication of the

Hampton Roads Sail and Power Squadron.

Deadline for articles for the July 2009 issue

is 21 June 2009.

more information and the reservation

form.

If you haven’t done so already, please don’t forget to send in your dues to Laura Cole or visit our web page to pay online via a credit card; so she

can keep our records updated timely.

Please contact any member of the Executive Committee if you have any suggestions for upcoming activities. You can check out the Calendar of Events for information on upcoming events. I would love to see everyone

come out and participate.

See you on the docks,

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The Captain and Crew of Partnership enjoy The Captain and Crew of Partnership enjoy The Captain and Crew of Partnership enjoy The Captain and Crew of Partnership enjoy

the Sunday Brunch at Smithfield Station. the Sunday Brunch at Smithfield Station. the Sunday Brunch at Smithfield Station. the Sunday Brunch at Smithfield Station.

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