38 years. Awards, Awards, Awards! Spring Training March 12, SOS, Inc SOS, Inc January 2016, Vol. 38, No.

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1 38 years SOS, Inc SOS, Inc Awards, Awards, Awards! January 2016, Vol. 38, No. 1 Spring Training March 12, 2016 At the January 23 Awards Dinner Dance, SOS will recognize four members for their significant contributions of time, energy and talent (the serious member recognition awards) to our all-volunteer Club. Members will also be recognized for contributing whimsical, goodnatured humor through their foibles, bloopers, and flim flams (the Jibe Ho awards). The photographers among us will also be recognized, and there are awards for various categories, such as boats, sunrises/sunsets, and people. So, What Are The Serious Awards? Commodore s Award: The Board of Directors established the annual Commodore s award so that the highest ranking officer of the Club could extend public recognition and many thanks to an individual who has made significant contributions in fostering the goals of Singles on Sailboats, and who continues to contribute to many aspects of the Club. Nominations for the award are accepted from the general membership. Ed Klein Member of the Year Award: Singles on Sailboats owes its beginnings to Ed Klein. He cosponsored the first rafts of two or three boats, the first brunches, the first social gatherings. But Ed offered more. He would teach you to sail without regard for your past experience or future expectations. Ed would take you aboard his boat, The Mai Kai, give you the helm, and develop your skills. He would challenge you to extend your horizons. He was one of those unique individuals who shared his joy of sailing with you. Ed sailed beyond this world in Nominations for the award come from the general membership. Elinor W. Elli Abramson Award for Contributions to SOS Education Programs: Eli Abramson created many new educational programs for the members of Singles on Sailboats. After serving on the Board of Directors for two years, she (continued on page 14) December might have been usually warm prompting some of us to venture out on our boats, but rest assured old man winter is going to have a shot or two at us! And while he is packing his bags to go back to the North Pole do we have something special for you!!! On Saturday, March 12 th at Anne Arundel Community College in Arnold, MD SOS conducts its annual SPRING TRAINING event. This is a sailapalooza event to mark the end of winter and celebrate the coming sailing season. We take over several buildings at the college for a day of multiple seminars on scores of subjects including boat handling, all manner of boat and systems maintenance, weather forecasting, safety, the latest boating apps, navigation, marine cuisine, and, of course, sailing. Last season, over 250 sailors from the area attended. This year s program is new and different and has exciting and informative sessions of all levels of sailors from novices/new members to the most salty of the old salts! SOS Spring Training is unique among sailing educational events in that you get to tailor your program to meet your own needs and sailing skills. You will gain valuable knowledge that will be putting into practice come April and beyond! The cost is $55 for members of SOS and $75 for nonmembers. This fee includes course materials, morning coffee, and buffet lunch. Program details and online registration information are available in this issue of the ALL WET!. Sign up as early as possible because the most popular classes fill up quickly. And don t be left out in the cold!!!!. Singles on Sailboats, Inc Facebook:

2 2 Whisker Pole January 2016 VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE Welcome to SOS s 38 th year! The active SOS 2016 schedule starts with the annual Winter Skipper s lunch and meeting on Saturday, January 9 th, in Annapolis. Invitations have gone out to skippers and I hope to see you there. Later in the month is the Winter Wonderland weekend in Annapolis. The Awards Dinner Dance on Saturday will feature awards, both significant and funny to your fellow members, followed by dancing to Kaleidoscope, the great band that played at last year s Seafood Feast. The next morning is brunch with the Chesapeake Bay Foundation s senior naturalist John Page Williams speaking about Captain John Smith s exploration of the Chesapeake Bay. Sign up for the weekend. See the Fleet Exercises for details of Fireside Chats in several areas during the month. Awards! Awards! Awards! You have just a few more days to make suggestions for this year s awards. This is the time to recommend someone who has done a lot for SOS and hasn t received recognition. See page 1 for more details. Send your suggestions to Laura Gwinn at bodgwinn@gmail.com. The schedule for the 2016 edition of Spring Training Day is in the middle of this Whisker Pole. It s a whole day to learn something new. Choose from 36 topics on a variety of sailing subjects. Plan to attend on Saturday, March 12 in Annapolis. Kudos to our many holiday dinner hosts, who provide us with a special opportunity to celebrate the holidays. The Regional Thanksgiving Dinners hosts this year were: Charlotte O Conor, Barbara Wise, Bob Lucas, Meeps Yox, Suzanne Vaughn, Kathy Higdon and Debbie Goldberg. In addition, Henrietta Hyatt-Knorr and Larry Garthe, with Debbie Goldberg as coordinator, opened their home for both Thanksgiving and Christmas Day dinners, and Barbara Mistrik entertained another group of SOSers for Christmas Dinner. The sad burning of Annapolis Yacht Club caused the cancellation of the Annapolis Light Parade, but the party went on. Kudos to Marge Stembel, Joe Lombardo, Barbara Shoemaker, Flavia Flavali and Rita Svec for another festive party. SOS has several unofficial functions, which still necessitate member coordinators. A big holiday thank you to all the Happy Hour Coordinators: Pattie Evans, Charlotte O Conor, Jill Montgomery, Bob Morrow, Barb O Brien, Geri Walker, Darlene Frieman, Jim Randall and Ron Pence. Happy Hours are a time to welcome new members and catch up with sailing buddies. Thank you to two more behind the scenes coordinators: Steve Deller is the list mom for the singlesonsailboats@yahoogroups.com notices and Emil Becker administers the SOS Facebook site. Hope WHISKER POLE NEWSLETTER Published Monthly Singles on Sailboats, Inc. Membership Singles on Sailboats, Inc. P.O.Box 5708, Annapolis, MD Newsletter Editor: Shirley Brooks Hollendursky editorwhiskerpole@yahoo.com Proof readers: Dunya Hecht, Pat Nyhan, Angela Weathers, Perry Brown, Barbara Shoemaker 10 TH OF MONTH SUBMISSION DEADLINES Fleet Exercises & Shore Leave: Peggy Green mbradpete@gmail.com Classified Ads & Happy Hours: Ed Petersohn sailhither@hotmail.com Scuttlebutt: Carol Coltharp cjc44@comcast.net 15 TH OF MONTH SUBMISSION DEADLINES All articles and photos: Shirley Brooks Hollendursky editorwhiskerpole@yahoo.com Website admin: admn_sos@singlesonsailboats.org New Member Inquiry: info@singlesonsailboats.org INSIDE Awards 1 Awards Banquet 7 Board Notes 3 Brunches 7 Classified 18 Commodore s View from the Bridge 2 Contacts 19 Directions 14 Fleet Ex 4-6 Gourmet Galley 16 Happy Hours 17 Membership 8 Membership Renewal 7 New Members 8 Photos 15 Seminars 16 SOS Net 7 Spring Training 9-13 Treasurer s Report 8 Volunteer Opportunities 8

3 January 2016 Whisker Pole 3 Unofficial notes from December 5, 2015 Board Meeting Official September minutes will be posted on the SOS web site when approved in January by the Board of Directors. Commodore: Vice Commodore: Treasurer: No major issues at this time, but planned revenue increases are critical. Cruising income is down almost $2000 compared to last year. Will be paying large Bareboat bills next month for BVI. Bareboat: A crew get together for the Greek cruise was held November 22. Crew for the BVI trip will meet on December 12. Frequent Bareboat participants Survey results were presented. Brunches: The November 15 brunch was attended by 71 peole. The December and January brunch will be held at the Doubletree in Annapolis. We are actively seeking hosts/hostesses for the February 14th brunches. Cruising: No report. Database: As of November 30 th 90 members or 16.7% have renewed and 31 skippers or 25.6%. The 60 day renewal notice will go out Dec 2. Education: Planning for Spring Training is underway. Lorraine Fasset is coordinating Fireside Chats and Kris Smith is coordinating Seminars. First Mates: No report. Membership: Three members and one skipper have joined SOS in the past month. Newsletter: Ninety-six copies of the November 16-page Whisker Pole were mailed to 77 members and19 issues to Happy Hour coordinators at a cost of $ which was $3.70 per copy. Public Relations: No report. Safety: No report. Skippers Advisory: No report. Social: The St. Claire Clubhouse has been reserved for the after-spring Training party. The social committee has 2 new members. NEXT SOS BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING January 7, :00 pm, Common Room, Greenbriar Community Bldg., Greenbelt, MD Meeting is open to all members.

4 4 Whisker Pole January 2016 Fleet Exercises and Shore Leave Please 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. January 16 Saturday Annapolis Area Fireside Chat Location: Annapolis, MD Cost: $20 by deadline $25 after deadline Speaker/Topic: Deadline: Coordinator: Jerry Axler & Sandy Huberfeld Sailing the Seductive Caribbean Via the Camera s Lens Mail: January 8 (postmark) Online: January 11 Host: Chef: Time: Note: Lorraine Fassett Elizabeth Hubley 5:30 pm Non-members must be accompanied by a member. No smoking, no walk-ins. Limited to 18 people. Judy Crews-Hanks, judy@henleyhanks.com Please sign up online at Montgomery County / Northern Virginia January 16 Saturday Area Fireside Chat Location: Chevy Chase, MD Cost: $20 by deadline $25 after deadline Speaker/Topic: Deadline: Coordinator: John Parsons Improving Your Photography Mail: January 8 (postmark) Online: January 11 Host: Time: Note: Aletta Schaap 5:30 pm Non-members must be accompanied by a member. No smoking, no walk-ins. Limited to 25 people. Marge Stembel, margestembel@gmail.com Please sign up online at January 23 Saturday Seminar Location: Anne Arundel Fire Dept. 620 Taylor Ave Annapolis, MD Cost: $30 by deadline $34 after deadline Speaker/Topic: Annapolis Fire Dept, EMS Team Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm CPR/AED and First Aid for Mariners Deadline: Online: January 12 Note: One hour for lunch at markets/restaurants in the neighborhood. Limited to 30 people. Coordinator: Kris Smith kristine0407@gmail.com or sign up online at

5 January 2016 Whisker Pole 5 January 23 Saturday Awards Banquet - Winter Wonderland Location: Doubletree Hotel, Annapolis Cost: $55 per person Cash Bar Deadline: Mail: January 12 (postmark) Online: January 17 Time: Doors open at 6:00 pm Dinner at 6:30 pm Note: Event Manager Following dinner, Emcee Dane Skagen will present the Awards, after which Kaleidoscope will provide music for dancing. Bob Lucas, popps0151@gmail.com Please sign up online at January 24 Sunday Brunch Location: Doubletree Hotel, Annapolis Cost: $28 Member $32 Non-member and all after deadline Speaker/Topic: John Page Williams from the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, Capt. John Smith and the Chesapeake Bay Time: 11 am Social Hour Noon Brunch 1 pm Program Deadline: Mail: January 15 (postmark) Online: January 18 Coordinator: Laura Gwinn, laura.gwinn1953@gmail.com Please sign up online at January 30 Saturday Northern Virginia Area Fireside Chat Location: McLean, VA Cost: $20 by deadline $25 after deadline Speaker/Topic: TBD Host: Charlotte O Conor Time: 6:00 pm Deadline: Coordinator: Mail: January 23 (postmark) Online: January 26 Note: Non-members must be accompanied by a member. No smoking, no walk-ins. Limited to 20 people. Trish Remele, trishreml@gmail.com Please sign up online at February 6 Saturday Annapolis Area Fireside Chat Location: Edgewater, MD Cost: $20 by deadline $25 after deadline Speaker/Topic: Teeja and Dan Meier Sailing the New England Waters Host: Time: Donna Kachura 6:00 pm Deadline: Coordinator: Mail: January 29 (postmark) Online: February 2 Note: Non-members must be accompanied by a member. No smoking, no walk-ins. Limited to 18 people. Janet Gonski JGSunset@Yahoo.Com Or sign up online at

6 6 Whisker Pole January 2016 Montgomery County / Northern Virginia February 6 Saturday Area Fireside Chat Location: Bethesda, MD Cost: $20 by deadline $25 after deadline Speaker/Topic: Deadline: Coordinator: Emil Becker Sailing the NYC Archipelago Mail: January 29 (postmark) Online: February 2 Hosts: Chef: Time: Note: Bruce Beckert and Vicky Wood Willo Pequegnat 5:30 pm Non-members must be accompanied by a member. No smoking, no walk-ins. Limited to 25 people. Bruce Beckert, brubeck9@gmail.com Please sign up online at February 14 Sunday Regional Brunches Location: Private homes of SOS members. Directions will be sent to attendees. Deadline: Mail: February 5 (postmark) Online: February 8 Coordinator: Cost: Time: Note: $10 payable at the door plus a dish to share. 11 am Social Hour Noon Brunch No online sign-up for this event. Please RSVP directly to the Coordinator. Carole Jordan, seajay281@comcast.net Please sign up online at March 13 Sunday Brunch Location: Doubletree Hotel, Annapolis Cost: $28 Member $32 Non-member and all after deadline Speaker/Topic: Photo Retrospective and General Membership Meeting Time: 11 am Social Hour Noon Brunch 1 pm Program Deadline: Mail: February 5 (postmark) Online: February 8 Coordinator: Note: General Membership Meeting follows Retrospective Juanita Layne, juanita.layne@yahoo.com Please sign up online at March 19 Saturday Seminar Location: Speaker/Topic: Deadline: Coordinator: Anne Arundel County Police, Edgewater Station 35 Stepney Lane Edgewater, MD George Hollendursky Raft Captain Training Cost: Free for skippers, first mates and first mate candidates $14.00 for other members $16.00 for non-members $16.00 after the deadline Mail: March 10 (postmark) Online: March 15 Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Kris Smith, kristine0407@gmail.com Please sign up online at

7 January 2016 Whisker Pole 7 Winter Wonderland Awards Dinner January 23, Annapolis DoubleTree Hotel The very popular band, Kaleidoscope (they played at 2015 Seafood Festival), will be the musical entertainment, and, of course, the annual awards will be presented! There will be a nice menu selection and a cash bar. This is our very special Awards Dinner, so be sure to dress to impress! Any one that did not register, but wants to attend will be asked to pay an additional $5.00 "walk in fee". There is an SOS Sunday Brunch scheduled at the DoubleTree Hotel the next day in case members want to stay overnight for that. Anyone wishing to stay overnight will have to make their own reservations at a rate of $119 per room. Upcoming Brunches By Carole Jordan, Brunch Chair Happy New Year! Join us for the first brunch of 2016 on January 24 th at the Doubletree Hotel in Annapolis. We will be part of a fun-filled weekend for all SOSers. The fabulous Winter Wonderland Awards Party is on Saturday, the 23 rd and rooms are available at the Doubletree at a generous discount, so you can dance the night away and snuggle into a comfy room. Then, come on down for coffee and cocktails at 11:00, with brunch to follow at noon. Our speaker is John Page Williams, senior naturalist for the Chesapeake Bay Foundation and noted author on books on the Bay. The brunch is $28 for members and $32 for guests, nonmembers, and those of you who forget to register by the January 18 th deadline. So register early!!! We are looking for a few more homes for our February 14 th regional brunches, especially in the DC area. Host/hostesses need to provide the homes and will collect $10 per person to defray the costs of paper products, champagne, etc. Those attending will also be asked to bring a dish to contribute to the party. It s Valentine s Day, so join us. Locations will be announced in a blast in early January. Join the SOS Net on Yahoo This Yahoo group is the unofficial online communication for SOS members. This is where a skipper may post a notice that she would like some crew for an impromptu day sail; or to help move a boat from here to Charleston! This forum is also a great place to post your questions (and get answers) about anything sailing related. Often someone will post news about a sale on boat related items or a maritime speaker who is coming to town. To join, set up a Yahoo if you don t already have one. Go to to join the group with no fees or subscriptions. For questions, the list monitor at singlesonsail-owner@yahoogroups.com Membership Renewal Nov 1, 2015 Jan 31, 2016 MEMBERSHIP YEAR: JAN 1 DEC 31 Current members: $65.00 renewal, $85 if you subscribe to the Whisker Pole by mail. New members: $75.00 (includes $10.00 one-time administrative charge), $95 if you include the Whisker Pole by mail YOU ARE A CURRENT MEMBER IF: You are a member or associate member as of December 31, You DO NOT meet the requirements of a LIFE MEMBER, or HONORARY MEMBER. CURRENT MEMBER: FEES and MEMBER PROFILE: You pay the renewal fee You must update your Member Profile YOU ARE ELIGIBLE TO BE A LIFE MEMBER IF: You are 70 or older as of December 31, 2015 and You joined BEFORE March 31, 2009 and You have been a regular and/or associate member for over 10 consecutive years as of December 31, If you had any lapses in membership in the past 10 years, you are NOT a life member. CURRENT and ELIGIBLE LIFE-MEMBER: MEMBER PROFILE. VERY IMPORTANT! FEES and You DO NOT pay the renewal fee. But you must the Membership Chair if you were a dues-paying member this past year to get approval for Life-Member status. You MUST update your Member Profile to prevent any lapse in membership. Online renewal is preferred. However, if you insist, paper forms will be accepted. For online renewal, payment is by credit card or check. For mail-in renewal, payment is by check only.

8 8 Whisker Pole January 2016 RESOLVE TO GET INVOLVED By Laura Gwinn, Vice Commodore This year, make a resolution that not only benefits you, but will benefit others: Resolve to Get Involved with SOS! SOS operates through volunteers who dedicate their time and skills. For example, when Skipper George Hollendursky calls to invite you to sail with him, he had received a call earlier from a coordinator or a coordinator helper, maybe Barb Peterson who suggested crew to invite. When you go to Spring Training and get those nice envelopes with your class schedule and other goodies they were assembled by a group of folks who spent an evening together stuffing those envelopes, probably with a glass of wine; it may have been Jean Gough or Kris Smith along with 6 or 8 others. Fireside chats are all organized by volunteers: members who open their homes to you like Anne Bastian or Jon Bernheimer. Social functions need bartenders (of sorts) and people to set up and break down. Benefits of volunteering: increase your longevity by being social! (seriously, lots of studies show that strong social networks result in a happier and longer life) make new friends and enjoy a meal on SOS (many committee meetings include a light meal, maybe pizza or sandwiches) give back to an organization that gives so much to you There are many volunteer opportunities available, and maybe you have thought about getting involved, but didn t know how. The solution is here: Volunteer Corner. Each month, we will have a section of the newsletter devoted to volunteer opportunities--some big, some small. Here are some upcoming opportunities: CRUISING: Cruising chair needed: this is a big job, and needs someone who is organized and can be committed for a year. But, you won t be alone--there are lots of people to help you with this. If interested, contact Laura Gwinn at bodgwinn@gmail.com Weekend Cruising and Day Sail coordinators, trainees, and helpers needed to coordinate crew and boats. This is a one-time commitment for a particular date, but also requires a few hours leading up to the coordination date, and sometime after. Contact the regional coordinator for your area (I would love to have a Philadelphia area regional coordinator to see if we could do a coordination or two up there To volunteer contact: Philadelphia area: Laura Gwinn bodgwinn@gmail.com). Annapolis area: Peggy Green mbradpete@gmail.com or Ellen Penndorf aespenndorf@aol.com Northern Virginia: Linda Casucci: casuccilj@gmail.com Montgomery/Howard County: Barbara Wise: bwise@americanoffice.com Weekend Day Sail Coordinator (commit for the whole season, coordinate the coordinators!) and individual coordinators: contact Laura Gwinn at bodgwinn@gmail.com BRUNCHES: Host/hostesses needed for the February 14th "regional" brunches. Everyone brings a dish to pass; you provide the dwelling, paper products and perhaps some "bubbly". Guests contribute $10 each to cover your costs. We have volunteers for locations in Annapolis and Severna Park, but still need locations in PA, VA, DC. Please contact Carole Jordan if you are interested and willing: seajay281@comcast.net. GENERAL: Name Tag Guru: work with coordinators to obtain names of attendees for functions and then use mail merge in Word (or similar software) to create nametags. It would help if you lived in Annapolis area, so that printing (SOS will reimburse for materials) & delivering of nametags is easier, but don t let that stop you; something can be worked out. If you have the desire and the creative knack contact Rita Svec at ritasvec@hotmail.com. SOS Membership December 2015 December 2014 Members Skippers Total SOS Bank Balance - Nov 30 Bareboat Escrow $ 97,788 Checking $ 28,624 Savings $ 73,196 Credit Card $ (7,114 End of month total $ 94,706 Welcome New Members Susan Christman Coopersburg, PA Pam Corwin Crownsville. MD Ross Crawford Perkasie, PA

9 January 2016 Whisker Pole 9 Schedule for Saturday, March 12, 2016 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 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 Directions to Anne Arundel Community College: 101 College Parkway Arnold, MD 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 12 th (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 12 th. A $5 non-refundable fee will be retained in the event of cancellation; other fees paid will be refunded. Snow Emergency Recorded Message: Other questions: emilbec@msn.com

10 SPRING TRAINING 9:00-10:30 A 1 New Members A 2 New Skippers A 3 New Members A 4 READING A NAUTICAL SOS FIRST MATES INTRODUCTION TO SOS RAFTING WITH SOS CHART CORRRECTLY PROGRAM Levels: 1, 2 Levels: 1, 2, 3 Levels: 1, 2, 3 Levels: 1, 2, 3 SOS member Debra Roane and SOS Skipper Jon Bernheimer introduce you to the roles of Skippers, First Mates and crew, how to register for our events, and volunteer opportunities with the club. SOS Skipper Dan Meier will 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 do you direct your crew for a smooth entry into the raft?. SOS Skipper Harry Keith conducts an introduction to charts and a discussion about types of charts, their uses, data and symbols used, and related resources, including web-based sources. SOS First Mates Joan Tannen and Rob King will outline the requirements and process to become a First Mate with the club. A great way to test your skills and become more proficient. B 1 New Members B 2 New Members B 3 B 4 Skippers 10:40-12:10 BASIC SAILING FUNDAMENTALS VHF RADIO AND BEYOND PREPARING FOR EXTENDED CRUISING Levels: 1, 2 Levels: 1, 2, 3 Levels: 1, 2, 3 Levels: 1, 2, 3 SOS Skipper Rick Morefield 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. Dan Zeitlin, sailor and ham radio operator instructs you in the proper use of VHF radio and handling emergency procedures using a handheld and ship s VHF radio How to plan for sailing to the faroff lands -- and much more with veteran cruiser and SOS Skipper Ursula Skagen. MARITIME LAW 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. 12:15 1:15 PM LUNCH C 1 New Members C 2 New Members C 3 C 4 1:20-2:50 RULES OF THE ROAD KNOTS BEAUTFIUL BAY PHOTOGRAPHY ADVANCED SAIL TRIM AND BALANCE Levels: 1, 2, 3 Levels: 1, 2 Levels: 1, 2, 3 Levels: 2, 3 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 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 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. Jeff Jordan, J World Director, 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. D 1 New Members D 2 3 New Members D 3 Skippers D 4 3:00-4:30 PREP FOR A WEEKEND YACHT MECHANICAL SPRING COMMISSIONING SAFETY AT SEA (MOB) CRUISE WITH SOS SYSTEMS & MAINTENANCE TIPS Levels: 1, 2 Levels: 1, 2, 3 Levels: 2, 3 Levels: 2, 3 Sailing for a weekend requires proper gear (what to bring?) and food (what to prepare?) SOS Skippers 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 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 Maintenance expert 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. Jeff Jordan, J World Director, 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. 4:30 PM WRAP UP 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

11 SATURDAY MARCH 12, 2016 A 5 A 6 Skippers A 7 A 8 A 9 DIESEL ENGINES TRIM FOR CONTROL SOLAR POWER WEATHER SAILING AND BOATING APPS Levels: 2, 3 Levels: 2, 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 troubleshooting for marine diesel engines. Karl may be able to bring his engine model, space permitting. Dave Flynn, Quantum Sails Consultant will give best practice for sail trim for cruiser and ways to deal with common cruising concerns of heel, over-powered situations, best upwind and downwind sailing. SOS SKIPPER AND CAPTAIN MIKE PIITINGER discusses the advantages and installation of solar power on your boat, and how to use the sun to keep power. Before a cruise the mariner should read, and then understand, the local forecast. Captain Chuck Wells will highlight the basics of the Earth's weather with a particular focus on sailing and the interpretation of weather reporting B 5 B 6 Skippers B 7 B 8 6 Skippers B 9 ANCHORING SINK PROOF YOUR BOAT OPTIMIZING YOUR SAILING SPEED UNDERSTANDING AND MAINTAINING YOUR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SOS Member Jim Burton talks about Apps for sailing, boat management, and maintenance. APPS FOR NAVIGATION Levels: 1, 2, 3 Levels: 1, 2, 3 Levels: 1, 2, 3 Levels: 2, 3 Levels: 1, 2, 3 Chip Yost, SOS Skipper and Power Squadron instructor describe types of anchors and suitability of each components of ground tackle and how to connect it together and why it matters, choosing an anchorage, SOS Skipper Doug Townsend and a Marine Surveyor discuss what WILL SINK your boat! You can be at fault. Learn how to keep your boat afloat and avoid as total loss! SOS Skipper Joe Lombardo, an accomplished racer, tells you how to optimize the speed of your boat for racing and fast cruising. Andrew Fegley, owner of Yacht Electrical Systems helps in understanding and maintaining your boat s electrical system. 12:15 1:15 PM LUNCH C 5 Skippers C 6 Skippers C 7 C 8 C 9 SOS Member Jim Burton gives you the low-down on the apps for navigation. Do you need a dedicated chart plotter or will your ipad do the trick? MASTER AND WINCH TEARDOWN BUYING A BOAT RIGGING BOTTOM PAINT AND COMMANDER AND SERVICING COATINGS Levels: 1,2, 3 Levels: 2, 3 Levels: 1, 2, 3 Levels 2, 3 Levels: 2, 3 Capt. Jeremy Hopkins, professional delivery captain will describe effective skippering and crew command. Planning and communicating is vital on vessels of any type and size. Pete Sarelas, Director of Maintenance, Naval Academy Sailing Program, demonstrates how to maintain your winches large and small. Dave Townley of Integrity Yachts will describe the boat buying process and what to look for in buyer s broker. Jimmie Cockerill of The Rigging Company will discuss the creation and maintenance of all aspects of yacht rigging to ensure a seaworthy and enjoyable boat. Darron Zimmer from Petit Paint will discuss bottom paint and coatings and how to keep your boat spiffy down below! D 5 D 6 Skippers D 7 D 8 D 9 intro TO THE MARYLAND SAFE BOATING COURSE HANDLING A SAILBOAT UNDER POWER GETTING A CAPTAIN S LICENSE MEDICAL EMERGENCIES ON THE BAY WOMEN AT THE HELM Levels: 1, 2 Levels: 2, 3 Levels: 1, 2, 3 Levels: 1, 2, 3 Level 1, 2, 3 The Maryland Boating Safety Education Law requires that any person born on, or after July 1, 1972, must have a certificate of boating safety education. Learn about this requirement from Chip Yost, SOS Skipper and Power Squadron instructor SOS Skipper Michael Pittinger discusses how to handle a sailboat under power. Captain and SOS Skipper Bob Morrow will tell you how to move from POC to getting a USGC Captain s License. June Ejk, EMT and SOS Member, brings her medical knowledge to us on how to cope with any unfortunate medical emergencies that we may encounter while sailing. Laura Gwinn, an SOS skipper leads a discussion about women at the helm in SOS and beyond. 4:30 PM WRAP UP 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

12 12 Whisker Pole January SPRING TRAINING Registration, Schedule and Directions Saturday, March 12, 2016 Deadline: March 7th for online registration; March 4th 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 nonrefundable fee in the event that Spring Training is cancelled for any reason, including weather. See snow emergency instructions on page 9. 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. Morning coffee and a buffet lunch 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, 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 7 th 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. Cancellations must be received via phone or no later than March 7 th. To register by mail: 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 Cost: $55.00 Member, $75.00 Nonmember and all after the March 4 th 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 Third Choice A: 1 A: 2 A: 0 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 no later than March 7th. Checks will be destroyed unless you send a self-addressed stamped envelope with your registration.

13 February 2015 Whisker Pole Spring Training Registration Form Use this form only if you are registering by mail. Online registration is encouraged. Today s date: Check # (Please Print) Name: State: Address: Home/Cell Phone: Work Phone Circle All Appropriate SOS Status categories: Circle Appropriate Skill Level: SOS Member 1. Novice (New to Sailing) New SOS Member (less than 12 months) 2. Intermediate (inshore sailor to aspiring First Mate) Not an SOS member (nonmember) 3. Advanced (First Mate, Offshore sailor) Skipper SOS First Mate Crew 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 Please tell us how your first learned about SOS Spring Training? Online registration is available at 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 Mail registration DEADLINE: postmark dated Friday, March 4, 2016

14 14 Whisker Pole January 2016 Awards! Awards! Awards! (continued from page 1) gradually built an all-encompassing education program that provides the opportunity to broaden one s knowledge of sailing at minimal cost. She transformed the spring education program so that it attracts more participants than any other SOS event. Elli sailed beyond this world in Nominations are accepted from the general membership, and the Education Committee Chairperson(s) recommends the recipient. Rookie of the Year Award: Singles on Sailboats attracts many new sailors each year. The Board of Directors established the annual Rookie of the Year Award to recognize the individual who, in his or her first year sailing with SOS, demonstrates superior interest in and learning about sailing, and who becomes highly involved in one or more of the many SOS programs. Nominations for the award come from the general membership. Nominations should include background and/or justification for each of the Recognition Awards, as well as for the Jibe Ho Awards. Nominations for the four Member Recognition awards should be sent to Laura Gwinn at bodgwinn@gmail.com no later than January 5, 2016; January 12 th for the Jibe Ho Awards, all of which will be presented at the January 23, 2016 Winter Wonderland Awards Dinner Party. Directions The DoubleTree Hotel 210 Holiday Court, Annapolia, MD Route 50 to exit 22. Follow sign to Riva Road and make left at the light onto Riva Road. Second left onto Holiday Court. Anne Arundel Fire Dept Taylor Ave., Annapolis, MD From Rt. 5, take Exit 24/Rowe Blvd toward Annapolis for 1 mile. Turn left onto Taylor Avenue for ½ mile. Fire Department will be on your right. Anne Arundel County Police, Edgewater Station, 35 Stepney Lane, Edgewater, MD 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 Anne Arundel County Southern District sign on right.

15 January 2016 Whisker Pole 15 Board & Committee Chair Planning Session December Brunch Pam Corwin & Jim Randall Photo by John Parsons Louise Burke & Zonia Acton Photo by John Parsons Brunch Chair, Carole Jordan Photo by John Parsons Barbara Mistrik Photo by John Parsons Dana Stoffregen & Sandy Demento Photo by John Parsons Judy Barral & Kitty St. Romain Photo by John Parsons

16 16 Whisker Pole January 2016 Education Seminars Get Ready for Sailing By Kris Smith, Seminar Chair Training in CPR/AED and First Aid for Mariners Saturday, January 23rd SOS encourages you to maintain your training in CPR, in the use of the Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and in first aid. Here s your opportunity to learn the techniques for the first time or to recertify. In recognition of the importance of this training, SOS will pay half the cost. Emergency medical personnel will conduct the training at the Annapolis Fire Department, 620 Taylor Avenue, Annapolis, MD TEL: Your cost is $30.00, and the class size is limited to 30 people. Lunch will be on your own at nearby markets and restaurants. The deadline looms..please pay attention to the January 12 th deadline so at least 1 trainer for every 8 people can be scheduled. Raft Captains Seminar Saturday, March 19 th Rafting is an important aspect of SOS cruising and doing it safely is critical. 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 both on the boat and with the Raft Captain. This seminar is designed for Raft Captains, potential Raft Captains, Skippers, First Mates, and all Crewmembers. The session covers considerations involved in raft building such as advance planning, general guidelines for all rafts, special considerations for circle and linear rafts, handling emergencies, docking for land-based cruises, and ways in which Skippers and Crew can assist the rafting process. What are the responsibilities of the Raft Captain and individual Skippers? How does weather affect raft building? How do we determine how many anchors to set, and where to set them? How do we calculate the amount of space needed for a circle or linear raft? When do we build a linear raft or a circle raft? How much anchor rode should we use, and why? What happens when the wind shifts while a raft is being built? What is the effect of current? Or boat wakes? How can the size of a raft be adjusted for more or fewer boats? Is breaking up really hard to do? What are the emergencies that can occur in a raft, and what should we do? The March seminar will be held at the Southern District Police Station, 35 Stepney s Lane, Edgewater, MD TEL: There is no cost for Raft Captains, potential Raft Captains, First Mates and First Mate Candidates. See Fleet Exercises and Shore Leave for the cost for crew members. Really, Really Easy Applesauce Ingredients A Tip from our Galley Gourmet 3 lbs apples cups water 1 tsp cinnamon 2 thin lemon slices 1 pinch nutmeg 1 4 tsp salt Preparation 1. Peel and core apples (I prefer to leave the skin on a few of them because I like the taste and texture). Cut apples into approximately 1 inch cubes. 2. Add all ingredients to pot, and turn heat on high. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 20 minutes or until the apples have softened significantly. 3. Stir frequently, making sure that the apples are not sticking to the bottom of the pot. Add more water if necessary. Remove lemon slices. 4. Mash with a potato masher or use a food mill for a smoother consistency. Serve warm or at room temperature

17 January 2016 Whisker Pole 17 NORTH BALTIMORE: 2 nd Thursday- Jan. 14 th - 5 pm. MICHAEL S Cafe Restaurant & Lounge (in the bar area) 2119 York Road, Timonium (opp Fairgrounds) MD , michaelscafe.com. Free parking, great food, drinks and Happy Hour prices. Food service until 11 pm. Cozy atmosphere, friendly staff. Contact: Barb O Brien - barlo@comcast.net Happy Hours are not official SOS functions. Hours are in chronological order. Check below or SOS website for locations. KEY WEST, FL: SOS HAPPY HOUR place and time to be determined.. Contact: TERRI AND KARL or SE PA: - 1 st Tuesday Jan. 5 th - 6 pm. MCKENZIE S Brew House 324 W Swedesford Road, Berwyn, (610) Our first of two Happy Hours. This is South of Trader Joe's (Gateway Shopping Ctr). off Rt Meet a great group of social people who like sailing, conversation & great food! Contact: PATTI - pattievans@aol.com NVA/DC: Our first of two NVA/DC Happy Hours - 5 pm. 1 st Wednesday - Jan. 6 th - MYLOS GRILL, (in the bar area) mylosgrill.com Old Dominion Dr, McLean, VA in the McLean/ Chesterbrook shopping center. Free parking, great food! Contact: CHARLOTTE: coconor@aol.com ELLICOTT CITY, MD:1 st Thursday - Jan. 7 th - 5:30-7:30 pm BARE BONES Grill & Brewery Baltimore Natl. Pike, barebonesgrill.com. Corner of St. Johns Lane & Rte 40, Ellicott City, MD Contact: JILL- jill.montgom@gmail.com WILMINGTON, DE: 3 rd Wednesday Jan. 20 th - 5:30 pm. TIMOTHY S Restaurant and Bar, Wilmington Riverfront by Blue Rock Stadium, facing the waterfront. 930 Justison Street, (19801) RIBS (7427). timothysontheriverfront.com Drink specials til 7pm Contact: GERI - grwalker12@verizon.net ROCKVILLE, MD: 3 rd Thursday - Jan. 21 st 5-7pm THE MARRIOTT Hotel, 5701 Marinelli Road, North Bethesda. (near the White Flint Metro station). Meet in the bar area or outside patio as weather permits. Contact: DARLENE-dfrieman@sbcglobal.net SE PA: 3 rd Thursday - Jan. 21 st 6-10 pm (our 2nd HH) at BERTUCCI'S Italian Restaurant Lancaster Ave Bryn Mawr Meet a great group of social people who like sailing, conversation & great food! Contact: PATTI - pattievans@aol.com NVA/DC: - 3 rd Friday - Jan. 15 th - meet at 5 pm at the bar. SUR la PLACE, Our second Happy Hour MacArthur Blvd. (Site of the old L'Appetito) Wash. DC. surlaplaceindc.com Contact: CHARLOTTE: coconor@aol.com ANNAPOLIS, MD: 4th Thursday - Jan 28 th pm and later, Location is Famous Dave's BBQ, 181 Jennifer Rd, at the intersection of West St(450) and Jennifer Rd If you look at Dave's, our meeting area/room is inside, just under the exterior F.D. neon signs. Enter the parking lot from Jennifer Rd. Contact: repence@msn.com PLEASE Happy Hour CHANGES TO: sailhither@hotmail.com BEFORE THE 12TH OF THE MONTH. SAILORS and NON-SAILORS interested in sailing are invited to SOS Happy Hours at a local restaurant in the bar area. Sailors like great food Check the website to order your SOUTH-CENTRAL PA:1 st Thursday - Jan. 7 th - 6:30-9 pm HERITAGE HILLS Golf Resort, 2700 Mt. Rose Ave. PA-124, York, Pa.on the lower level of Knickers Pub. Contact : BOB - sosrjmorrow@aol.com SOS Galley COOKBOOK

18 18 Whisker Pole January 2016 Please your CLASSIFIED AD to SUBJECT WP CLASSIFIED AD (otherwise it goes to JUNK file). Please SEND A CANCELLATION (Subject CL ADS) 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 Ed. DEADLINE is the 15 th BOATS -- Horizon Too 46 MORGAN KETCH. Call for details Capt. Mary Ann Albright or ' O'DAY DAY SAILER. Proctor Mast. All sails Very good condition. Best Offer. Call Francis Nadash CATALINA Good condition. Pop-top, fixed keel. Sails cleaned and repaired in New batteries and bottom painted in hp outboard. Docked at White Rocks Marina in Pasadena MD. dennisboydinva@gmail.com 3-16 AQUILA III, 37'2" CUTTER SLOOP, tall rig. Sleeps six, 50hp Perkins diesel. upgraded sails & electronics, 10' Avon dingy /w/ 5hp four stroke Honda. Elec Windlass w/ washdown. A very comfortable live aboard or take offshore. Not a project vessel but sail away ready. All systems have been professionally maintained. Maintenance & boatyard records available. $59K. Call or boatmanbern@gmail.com 3-16 SHARE COSTS / USE BOAT. Boat owner looking for person(s) to share maintenance and dockage costs on a Vega 27 sailboat w/inboard diesel in exchange for use of boat for daysails/weekends. Total shared cost approx. $1200-$1500 per year. If interested please call Bob at BRISTOL built by Bristol Yachts of Rhode Island (Herreshoff design). Beam 10'2", Max draft 4 4", 8650 lbs. Fuel Plastic- 16 gallons / Water Fiberglass. 16HP diesel IB hours Universal/medalist/atomic - uses 1 Qt fuel /hour. Lead Ballast 3600 lbs. encapsulated keel, rudder fully supported. Documented # up to Fiberglass Water Tanks - held a total of 75 gallons. Sails are: equipped for cruising - fully battened main with 2 reef pts. - rigged for reefing along boom, Dutchman rigged for easy control; Genoa 120% self furling with weather strip, working jib - used very little, storm jib unused, spinnaker - cruising style w launching sock - in multiple colors very good condition. Also have spinnaker pole. All sheets and halyards go back to cockpit (spinnaker halyard on port side of mast). Mast is 35ft. aluminum-keel stepped. $19,900 The boat is on Cockey's Creek off the Magothy in Pasadena. Ask for Nancy or Geoff: or BOAT SLIPS -- RENTAL ON C DOCK, Anchorage Marina; 50 ft deep water slip, $250 a month through April I have a friend who is very close to selling a 40 ft Co-op slip, Way, I mean Way below Market. If you are or may be interested, please let me know. Brian Guptil... sailordude@mac.com 3-16 ANNAPOLIS - just a mile from downtown Annapolis, 35' Boat Slip available on Back Creek. Special rate of $1800 for 8 month lease. Rent includes electricity, water and dock box. Slip can fit boat with 13' beam and 5'5" draft. Please call Sailor Sara with questions SLIP FOR: deep water slip in protected cove off MILL CREEK (SEVERN RIVER). Newly rebuilt, rewired pier. Water and electricity available at pier. Plenty of car parking. Easy access to the Chesapeake Bay. Contact Bev Nash, or beverlynash@verizon.net 3-16 BOAT EQUIPMENT & MISC TWO (2) SLEEPING BAGS (1 mummy) - $20 each; ladies dinghy boots, size 10 - $20; Camelbak back pack - $20; Navigation Parallel Plotter and compass - $10 for both; ; omi_3@verizon.net 3-16 FOUL WEATHER GEAR & SAFETY EQUIP. Highest quality gear, always stored at home. Used by tall women. HENRY LLOYD Blue/white jacket with internal harness & red high-waist pants, Medium (men s sizing?), like new $150. MUSTO Red/white jacket and high-waist pants, men s Small, (spring/fall use by First Mate provide a patina of sailing experience plus great weather protection) $125. GILL black hightop deck boots, fit women s size 9 foot, $20. Yellow hightop deck boots, men s size 9, $ Other Stuff: Double tether with heavy duty carabineers & safety hook. Two harnesses with single tethers. Crew strobe light. CREWSAVER CREWFIT inflatable harness. Red SouWester hat. WEEMS & PLATH navigation tools in classy packet. Plastic sextant. And just for fun a 50 s vintage set of HENRY LLOYD yellow oilskin slicker/pants, Ladies Large (men s small). Contact MaryEllenMcMillin@gmail.com for full pricing, info & view/fittings BOAT HELPER newly retired very handy SOS First Mate interested in helping skippers prepare for the sailing season. Eager to help do maintenance or move boats. Brings ladders, hoses, power cords, power washer, hand tools, truck, etc. Rates: cash, $100 day, $800 weekly, plus expenses. Contact Rob King at robking3179@gmail.com or REAL ESTATE KITCHEN & BATHROOMS: Upgrade or Repairs for your Home or Vessel, mark.rybas@rocketmail.com or call Mark Rybas:

19 January 2016 Whisker Pole 19 YOUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS Office Name Liaison To Committee: Address Commodore Hope Andruss Vice Commodore Laura Gwinn Cruising Treasurer Rita Svec Secretary Joan Tannen Newsletter Janet Gonski Bareboat, Education Brian Guptil Safety, Skippers Advisory Harry Keith Database, First Mates Cathy Laws Brunch, Membership Jim Randall Social, Public Relations YOUR COMMITTEE CHAIRS Committee Name Address Bareboat Cruising Sandra Rosswork Brunches Carole Jordan Cruising Open Database Internet Teresa Scofield Education Emil Becker First Mate s Advisory Open Membership Darlene Frieman dfrieman@sbcglobal.net Newsletter Shirley Brooks Hollendursky editorwhiskerpole@yahoo.com Public Relations Ursula Skagen capt.zula@gmail.com Safety John Parsons johnfparsons_9@msn.com Skippers Advisory Open Social Bob Lucas (until May) popps0151@gmail.com YOUR AREA CONTACTS Zip Code Geographic Area Area Contact Address to Central PA Bob Morrow sosrjmorrow@aol.com to Philadelphia & Suburbs Ed Petersohn sailhither@hotmail.com to Delaware Chuck Fort saillrn@comcast.net to Washington, DC Pat Nyhan patnyhan@gmail.com to Virginia Linda Casucci casuccilj@gmail.com to Laurel, Greenbelt Open to Montgomery County Debbie Goldberg Hidebbieg@comcast.net to Crownsville, Edgewater Ruth Moore rmoore1433@msn.com to Baltimore Open to Annapolis Ruth Moore rmoore1433@msn.com to Eastern Shore, North East Chuck Fort saillrn@comcast.net Singles on Sailboats, Inc Facebook:

20 Singles On Sailboats INCORPORATED P. O. Box 5708 Annapolis, MD Spring Training See pages 9-13 for course selection and details Sign up now to get the classes you want!