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Fall 2015 District 9 Interlaker Page 2

District 9

Interlaker Fall 2015

Volume 68 Issue 2

The Official Publication of District 9 Chartered in 1947 - (D9 was formed from D/7 in 1939)

D/Lt Margaret (Peggy) Schwaller, AP - D9 Editor

D/Lt Leroy Strey, P - D9 Photographer

P/Stf/C Sally Lemus, P - D9 Photographer

“Thank You to all Authors and Photographers”

Highlights Page

Call to Council ………………………………………………. 3

Conference Information ……...………………………. 4

D9 Bridge Officer Contacts ………….……………….. 5

National Bridge Officers ……………………………..… 5

D9 Officers’ Contact Information …………..... 21-23

Past District 9 Commanders …………………………. 24

Past District 9 Education Officers ………………….. 24

PlanCom Report to Council ……………………….. 25-26

Meet the National Rep …..…........................... 27

Conference Seminars …………………………….... 27-28

Conference Reservation/Registration ……..… 29

D9 Officer’s Reports and Photos Page

District Commander’s Message …….….....… 6-8

District Executive Officer ……………....………. 10-11

District Educational Officer …………..…..…… 13

District Administrative Officer …..………...... 14

District Secretary …………………………........... 17

District Treasurer ……………..……….....……… 18

Featured Photos Page Governing Board ………………………………………… 9 D9 in USCG Parade ……………………………………. 8, 11 D9 Rendezvous, Picnic Muskegon ….………….. 12 D9 Rendezvous, Kean’s & Sinbad’s ………… 15-16 Flint & Saginaw Squadron Rendezvous ………. 19 Tip of the Mitt Rendezvous ………………………… 20 38 Years of BPS Rendezvous at Jarmon’s ……. 20

The Interlaker is posted under Member Access on the D9 website at

www.d9-usps.org If you need a printed copy of the Interlaker

mailed to you, please contact your

Squadron Secretary or Commander.

Photos by P/C Al and P/C Peggy Schwaller Taken after a D9 Fall Shanty Creek Conference, 2011.

Historic Fishtown in Leland Michigan Designated State of Michigan Historic Site, 1973

Listed on National Register of Historic Places, 1975

Northern Michigan’s commercial fishing heritage remains alive today in Fishtown.

Waterfall in the far background, as the Leland River flows over the dam through Fishtown making its way into Lake Michigan.

Buy your ticket at the Fishtown Manitou Island Transit. View the virgin grove of Giant Cedar Trees, 528 plus yrs. old on South Manitou Island and shipwreck Francisco Morazan.

Leland Yacht Harbor is located adjacent to historic Fishtown. Fishing is great in the Manitou Passage. Sandy beaches next to the harbor. Great restaurants and shops nearby.


D9 Bridge, D9 Past District Commanders, D9 General Committee Chairs, and

Squadron Commanders

Detroit Power Squadron invites you to the

2015 District 9 Fall Council Meeting

Saturday, 19 September 2015 - Time: 1030 - 1200 at the

Detroit Yacht Club One Riverbank Rd., Belle Isle, Detroit, MI 48207

Uniform for the day: USPS Business Casual or Squadron Shirts

Saturday, 19 September 2015 - Following Council Meeting

Board at 12:45 p.m. from Detroit Yacht Club dock Return at 5:15 p.m.

Reservations Required through DPS Refreshments Aboard

Hors D’Oeuvres Buffet, Soft Drinks & Coffee Cash Bar Onboard


16-18 October 2015

Auburn Hills Marriott Pontiac at Centerpoint 3600 Centerpoint Parkway, Pontiac, Michigan 48341

*Friday Evening Complimentary Hospitality - It’s Free & Fun - Join us!*

Halloween is the Theme so wear your “in good taste costumes” to the Friday night hospitality rooms. Enjoy great food, desserts, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and camaraderie with USPS members.

*Saturday Morning Exciting Variety of Seminars - Free & Open to all members*

Descriptions included: See last pages of this newsletter.

Saturday Noon Luncheon Reservations Required - Reservation Form Included: See last page

Deadline: 9 October 2015

*Saturday Afternoon D9 Meeting Follows Luncheon - Free & Open to all members* Learn more about the workings of District 9 and the USPS.

Saturday Evening Dinner Dance Entertainment for the evening includes a 4-piece live band for listening and dancing.

Festive opportunity to meet and socialize with USPS members in District 9 Reservations Required - Reservation Form Included: See the last page.

Deadline: 9 October 2015

Seminar Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 27 & 28

Conference Registration Form . . . Page 29


District 9 Bridge April 2015 - April 2016

District Commander

D/C Dawn L. Flynn, JN Lansing Sail and Power Squadron

[email protected]

Executive Officer D/Lt/C Anthony C. Lewandowski, AP

Birmingham Power Squadron [email protected]

Education Officer D/Lt/C Thomas J. Smith, JN

Birmingham Power Squadron [email protected]

Administrative Officer D/Lt/C Janet M. Klumpp, AP

Mount Clemens Power Squadron [email protected]

Secretary D/Lt/C Michael J. Babiarz, AP

Grosse Pointe Power Squadron [email protected]

Treasurer D/Lt/C Ralph J. Ziegler, JN

Lansing Sail and Power Squadron [email protected]

Assistant Education Officer D/1st/Lt Janet Curle, SN

Grosse Pointe Power Squadron [email protected]

Assistant Secretary D/1st/Lt Jan Hartesvelt, S

Grand Traverse Bay Sail and Power Squadron [email protected]

®The USPS Ensign (Flag Design), "Wheel-and-Flag Design",

"Officer Trident Design", "United States Power Squadrons",

"USPS", "The Ensign", "the Squadron" with flag graphic,

“Paddle Smart”, “USPS University”, "Boat Smart", "Jet

Smart", and "America's Boating Club" are registered trade-

marks of United States Power Squadrons. The Squadron

Boating Course is a service mark of United States Power

Squadrons. The "USPS Trade Dress" is a trademark of Unit-

ed States Power Squadrons.

Trademark Statement

Chief Commander Robert Baldridge SN of Baton Rouge, LA joined the Baton Rouge Squadron in 1976 as a college sophomore so his father would let him take the boat out by himself. His first job was on the squadron phone committee. He went on to serve on the Executive Committee, Sea-manship instructor, Chairman of Local Boards, Administrative Officer, Executive

Officer, and squadron Commander. He continues to serve as Newsletter Editor, Instructor Development Chairman, Opera-tions Training Chairman, and Membership Chairman.

In District 15, he has served as Computer Systems Committee Chairman, Rules Committee Chairman, Nominating Committee Chairman, Administrative Officer, Executive Officer, and Com-mander.

His first national job was as a member of the national Comput-er Systems Committee in the mid 80’s. He went on to chair that committee and serve on the Marketing and Planning Committees. He was an aide to Chief Commanders Gordon, Kennedy, and Jensen and has served as the Assistant National Secretary, Secretary, Administrative Officer, National Execu-tive Officer, and now as Chief Commander. He is a Life mem-ber with 30 Merit Marks.

National Bridge Officers

National Executive Officer

V/C Louie Ojeda, SN

Bio https://www.usps.org/national/commcom/bios/ojeda_spg14.pdf

National Education Officer

V/C Bob Brandenstein, SN

Bio https://www.usps.org/national/commcom/bios/brandenst_spg14.pdf

National Administrative Officer

V/C Gary Cheney, SN

Bio https://www.usps.org/national/commcom/bios/cheney_spg14.pdf

Not pictured: National Secretary V/C Peter Mitchelson, SN & National Treasurer V/C Robert Miller, SN-CN

https://www.usps.org/national/commcom/bios/ojeda_spg14.pdf

https://www.usps.org/national/commcom/bios/ojeda_spg14.pdf

https://www.usps.org/national/commcom/bios/brandenst_spg14.pdf

https://www.usps.org/national/commcom/bios/brandenst_spg14.pdf

https://www.usps.org/national/commcom/bios/cheney_spg14.pdf

https://www.usps.org/national/commcom/bios/cheney_spg14.pdf


DC Dawn Flynn, JN

Lansing Sail and Power Squadron

District 9 Commander

Where has the summer gone! I can’t believe that the temperatures went from hot and humid to temperatures in the 40’s at night. I hope you all had a great summer with lots of boating and lots of fun.

I enjoyed several District 9 and squadron events this summer- the LSPS/DPS Kensington Metro picnic in June; Sable Point COW in beautiful Ludington; the Coast Guard Festival weekend in Grand Haven which included our Friday picnic and marching in the parade; the DSPS Steak and Chicken Roast at the Ford Yacht Club and the GTBSPS Lobster Bake in Northport in August. Wish I could have attended more.

Governing Board: Many of us recently returned from the Governing Board meeting in San Diego. As many of you are aware, one of the main issues that National focused on this year was cost reduction. Suggestions were to reduce the number of national meetings from two per year to one which would save on reimbursements to the leaders for travel expenses and on other costs of having those meetings; institute a registration fee for the national conferences; raise dues; and use electronic means to do our business. Also under discussion was the validity and necessity of districts. In correspondence with the National Executive Officer, we thought there was going to be some discus-sion in the D/C and D/X/O all–day meeting with National Officers about the USPS business model, but that discus-sion did not take place.

I had asked our Squadron Commanders, PDC’s and District Bridge their thoughts on some of these issues prior to going to San Diego. I received many thoughtful responses and some suggestions which I will put in a separate report to share with you. There was no real consensus on most of the issues. Some people were in favor of going to one National meeting and, perhaps, one District conference per year. Others were concerned about the loss of motivation and new ideas they got by attending the National meetings and the value of making new friends. Some of our Members felt that we should not pay registration fees and others commented that every other organization charges fees, why not USPS? Most of our members did agree that the District structure had value, particularly as the go-between the Squadrons and National. There were some strong opinions from our Members regarding the USPS business model.

The results: National Meetings: Two National meetings will continue to take place. The proposed by-law amendment to allow one National meeting per year and giving the Board of Directors the opportunity to schedule an additional meeting without vote of the Governing Board failed. The language which passed gave the Board of Directors the ability to cancel a meeting based on extenuating circumstances (which does not include budgetary circumstanc-es). Districts: No change to the district structure at this time. The only change was reassigning members of District 31 to other districts and dissolving it.

Conference Registration Fee: No fee discussed or voted on.

Dues Increase: Governing Board approved a $4.00 dues increase for single active members and $6.00 increase for family units.


District Commander Dawn Flynn, JN - Continued

It’s Merit Mark Time!

Squadrons: Please send merit mark reports for your members to our area monitor, Bob David.

Squadron Commanders: Please send your own merit mark report to our D/9 Merit Mark Committee Chair: R/C Mary Ann Jensen, SN as soon as possible but no later than 15 OCTOBER 2015.

Please make sure your Squadron members’ merit mark reports get submitted. You will not receive your own merit mark until the squadron merit mark reports have been submitted.

District Bridge: Please request merit mark reports from your Committees and send those as well as your own reports, to R/C Mary Ann Jensen, SN. She must have these reports no later than 15 October 2015.

Fall Conference Coming Up:

Our Fall Conference is being held 16-18 October 2015 at the Auburn Hills Marriott Pontiac.

“Halloween” is the theme and those who like to wear costumes, please do so! We have some good seminars scheduled for Saturday morning, although we can’t put times on them at this time. We are expecting to hold a “GoToWebinar” Town Hall meeting but we have not yet been given the time slot by National. Look for a list and description of the sessions in the Interlaker.

Please make your hotel reservations no later than 24 September 2015 to get the conference rate and your meal reservations by 9 October 2015. Please complete the registration form even if you are only attending the Friday night Hospitality rooms as we will be giving our wrist bands.

There are several new 50 year members being honored this year and two squadrons have anniversaries. Congratulations to all! Squadron Commanders, please contact your new 50 year members and invite them to the District Conference to receive their plaques and pins.

See you all in October! Yours in Boating and USPS,

D/C Dawn Flynn, JN

D/C Dawn Flynn, JN and D/Lt/C Anthony Lewandowski, AP at GB D/C and D/X/O all-day meeting, San Diego


D9 hosts an educational cruise each year for students, members and families on the CG cutter the Bristol Bay out of Detroit. As a Thank You to the crew we purchase, with the ed cruise proceeds, items that the crew desires or needs. This year it was backpacks for each crewmember. These were delivered on August 3, 2015 prior to the crew leaving for Baltimore for the renovation of the ship. She will be there for 11 – 12 months before heading back to her berth in the Detroit River. Doing the presentation were D/C Dawn Flynn, JN, Stf/C Linda LaLonde, P and P/D/Lt Jerry LaLonde, S. Thanks Bristol Bay!! Stf/C Linda LaLonde, P

D/9 Commander Dawn Flynn JN and D9 Bridge officers participate in the August 1, 2015 US Coast Guard Parade in Grand Haven. The Grand Rapids Sail and Power Squadron generously provided the decorated truck and trailered boat that followed marchers.

Photo by P/Stf/C Sally Lemus, P

Photo by P/Stf/C Sally Lemus, P

D9 Bridge Officers, D9 Officers and Squadron Commanders attend the USPS Governing Board Meeting 29 August 2015 in San Diego

Photo by D/Lt LeRoy Strey, P


Photographer D/Lt LeRoy Strey, P

Government and Partner Relations Committee L to R: PDC John Bennett & D/Lt/C Jan Klumpp, Chair R/C Mary Ann Jensen SN & C/C Joe Gatfield JNCPS

Happy Birthday LeRoy

Governing Board 2015 District 9 Dinner at the Urban Bar and Grill, Gaslamp Quarter of San Diego, CA L to R: D/Lt/C Tom Smith,JN Stf/C Linda LaLonde, L to R: D/Lt/C Ralph Ziegler JN & R/C Mary Ann Jensen SN, Cdr Betty Torres JN (Birmingham), P/D/Lt Jerry LaLonde Lt/C Maureen Smith & P/C Bill Smith

Governing Board 2015— The District 9 Dinner at the Urban Bar and Grill, Gaslamp Quarter of San Diego, CA L to R: Hazel & PDC Jay Stevens, SN, Cdr Ron West (Detroit) L to R: James & Linda Williams (Lansing), Lt Joyce Strey (Detroit) DC Dawn Flynn JN, PDC John Bennett SN & D/Lt/C Jan Klumpp Christine & D/Lt/C Tony Lewandowski


D/Lt/C Anthony Lewandowski, AP

Birmingham Power Squadron

District 9 Executive Officer

This was a summer of “Firsts” for me. I was responsible for organizing and coordinating the efforts for the D9 picnic in Muskegon and the D9 participation in the Coast Guard Parade and Festival in Grand Haven. Since I had not participated in these events before, I went through a severe learning curve. Fortunately, I had the guidance of many D9 veterans of these events.

The Grand Haven Coast Festival and Parade took place on Friday, 31 July and Saturday, 1 August. D9 hosted a picnic on Friday at the Great Lakes Marina in Muskegon. D/C Dawn Flynn and P/D/C Jay Stevens handled the grill with ease. I was impressed by the participation of so many of the squadrons across the district for this event. We had great weather and fellowship.

On Saturday, 1 August, D9 members walked in the parade. It is a huge parade held in downtown Grand Haven. It draws thousands of people to the area. People were hanging out of windows and sitting on roof tops to watch the parade! As we passed the review stand, D9 was playing the Coast Guard Anthem and saluted the review stand. In return, the members in the Coast Guard review stand rose and returned the salute. It was a very moving moment. We had a chance to meet with the Coast Guard Auxiliary and Coast Guard members who were walking in the parade prior to the start of the parade. They thanked us for the help and contributions that we make as USPS members in keeping the water safe and making their job easier.

There were many D9 members who made my job of coordinating and organizing these events easier. I would like to give special recognition to some members of the Grand Rapids Squadron. The biggest obstacle we faced this year was the loss of the boat we had used in the Coast Guard parade in previous years. Milo DeVries of Grand Rap-ids had sold his restored Navy whaleboat in early spring. However, D9 members jumped into action. With the help of Bob Rehkopf of the Grand Rapids Squadron, we secured the boat of P/C Alan and Sarah Veen of Grand Rapids for the parade. I owe them a special thanks for sharing their boat with the District. D/Lt/C Ralph Ziegler, Lansing squadron, took the lead on the picnic. He made arrangements at his marina where the picnic took place, coordinat-ed with me on food, and pretty much told me what I needed to do. We had a great picnic and made a fine showing in the parade.

Participation in the two events allowed me to get to know District 9 members on the Western side of Michigan much better. I am always amazed at how easy it is to develop friendships with members of the USPS. I am always overwhelmed by the willingness of USPS members to help. I think that the members who don’t come to events and take advantage of the fellowship that they can experience are missing out on one of the very real benefits of being a USPS member.

I also attended the USPS Governing Board meeting in San Diego. There was much discussion about the continuing drop in membership and budget issues. These are the same issues that we deal with at the Squadron and District level. Some key comments which came out of the District Commander/District Executive Officer meeting with the USPS National Officers are:

1. They are not eliminating Districts.

2. There will be a Governing Board meeting next year.


Executive Officer Anthony Lewandowski - Continued

3. Attendance at Fall Conferences by a National Representative are being eliminated unless a change of watch is occurring. There will be a Representative of the Chief Commander via a webinar at the Conference.

4. We can now go the USPS website to see what we have done regarding Vessel Safety Checks.

5. We don’t have to do the life jacket report anymore since the jackets are now five years old. It is possible to get cartridges for the jackets.

6. SailAngle is being revamped and will be rolled out this winter.

7. At the Governing Board meeting, a vote was passed to raise dues for the next year by $4.00 for individuals and $6.00 for families.

There are changes coming in Cooperative Charting. I am still looking for a Chairman for this activity for D9. Please contact me if you are interested or know of a member who might be a good candidate.

I am also looking for someone to take over being the Boat Show Coordinator for D9. I have approached a number of people and not found a candidate to replace P/C Bob Krieg, who has graciously agreed to stay on until I can find his replacement.

I would like to thank the D9 Executive Officer staff for the help they have provided me over the past six months and for faithfully executing their duties. I look forward to seeing everyone at the Fall Council and Conference.

D/Lt/C Tony Lewandowski, AP


Photos D/Lt (P/C) Peggy Schwaller AP

District 9 Cdr Dawn Flynn JN


D/Lt/C Thomas J. Smith, JN

Birmingham Power Squadron

District Educational Officer

Ahoy all D9 members!

WOW! What a summer! First, there was none, and then, better late than never, there it was. Now, it’s almost gone. Mother nature always bats last. At any rate, I sincerely hope yours was great. Patti and I transitioned from our 38’ Chris Craft Catalina to a 28’ Marinette. The Marinette is a bit of project boat. She’s a 1978 with only 600 hours, but the topsides show her age. Runs great, and cruises very nicely.

Our USPS National Education Department, and it’s many committees, continues to be very busy adding new seminars, revising and updating classes, and balancing the needs of the Squadrons with the needs of students, and prospective new members. This is a tough balancing act. I have just returned from our annual Governing Board meeting, where I spent about 10 hours with other DEOs and ADEOs along with our USPS Ed Dept. leaders and committee chairs learning about future plans, recent accomplishments, and discussing issues and inhibitors.

I have 5 pages of notes, but I won’t share them in their entirety. I will highlight significant items for your awareness. Our basic boating course, America’s Boating Course, 3rd edition, has been updated, and released. Section 2 reflects the changes in life jacket nomenclature; Section 4 has been updated to address the latest Navigation Rules released in 2015; Section 8, State Requirements, has been revised and is being reviewed by the State of Michigan, and Indiana; the optional Chapter 5, Intro to Navigation, now includes OpenCPN, and new navigation software (to be downloaded from the web), and the Rose Point and ABC Courseware CDs will no longer be included. An updated version of Naviga-tion has just been released. Work continues on researching e-readers, digital downloads, Social Media, and online interactive training. We also continue to work closely with our colleagues from CPS to ensure that we optimize resources.

Our SEO meeting at the upcoming Fall Conference will cover many of these topics in more detail, and allow time for discussion. My contact information is on the D9 web site; but if you’d like to contact me, please email me at: [email protected].

D/Lt/C Tom Smith, JN

D9 DEO Tom Smith and James & Linda Williams (Lansing) D9 DEO Tom Smith with D19 Officers - D9 XO in background.

http://www.americasboatingcourse.com/


D/Lt/C Janet Klumpp, AP

Mount Clemens Power Squadron

District Administrative Officer

Autumn is just around the corner. This summer of 2015 is too rapidly moving towards a close. My husband, John Bennett, and I were fortunate to do some traveling, some boating, and, some relaxing. In all these instances, we were able to share fun and laughter with family and friends. What could be more important!!!

The D/9 Education Cruise unfortunately had to be canceled. USCG reported that necessary repairs to the USCG Bristol Bay had to have emergency repairs. Hopefully, everything will again be a goal for next year.

Lt. Dale Ellis, AP, handled the Predicted Log again this summer. The event was great! The winners will be announced at the Fall Conference. My thanks to Dale for his continued, unrelentless help and support year after year.

P/D/C Denise Samu successfully organized the D/9 Rendezvous at Kean’s Marina in Detroit. Several members and friends from various squadrons helped to carry on this wonderful weekend. Many more enjoyed the friendship and, of course, the fine boating setting! Thanks to Denise and all her helpers!

I look forward to seeing one and all at the D/9 2015 Fall Conference.

The biggest challenges facing United Power Squadrons today, both nationally and locally, are the myriad of changes that have taken place the past few years. These changes involve almost every aspect of USPS; particularly, with increasing use of technology in education and declining membership. Because of the social change of family focal points and economic priority shifts, people are limiting their participation in service organizations and adjusting their lifestyle and their spending accordingly. An interest in boating is almost always a requirement for people to enjoy the experience of association with USPS. The core mission of USPS still remains its original three tenets: the promotion of boating education and safety, camaraderie, and civic participation. As members, we should continue to follow the core USPS direction. Many of us have spent decades enjoying USPS activities, attending classes, participating in squadron social and on-the water activities including spending time with family and friends.

ACTIVITIES SINCE LAST CONFERENCE

Participated in all District 9 Bridge Meetings, both in-person and video conferences

Meetings:

May 8, 2015 MCPS Commander’s Ball as District Commander’s representative

June 13, 2015 Port Huron Pig Roast

July 17, 2015 D/9 Rendezvous, Kean’s Marina, Detroit

July 31, 2015 D/9 Picnic, Muskegon

August 1, 2015 USCG Parade, Grand Haven

August 26 – 30, 2015 USPS National Meeting

September 19, 2015 D/9 Fall Council Meeting, Detroit Yacht Club

September 19, 2015 Detroit Power Squadron 100th Anniversary Cruise on Diamond Jack Boat

John and Jan


Kean’s - Lavonia’s Yacht Club Event Organized by:

Lavonia Criner & P/D/C Denise Samu AP Birmingham Power Squadron

Anchor Bay Cdr Frank Fakult’s Table

Birmingham Cdr Betty Torres in Hat. Judy James selling raffle tickets.

Judy & Mike James

Andy & Candy Andy won the raffle.


Event Organizer Denise Samu (Birmingham) and Members of Wyandotte and Dearborn Squadrons

Event Organizer Lavonia Criner (Birmingham) and Friends

D9 DEO Tom & Patti Smith (Birmingham) and

Members of Grosse Pointe & Birmingham

Charles & Colleen Godfrey (Birmingham) and Friend Birmingham

Members of Anchor Bay

Members of Lansing and Grosse Pointe Squadrons


D/Lt/C Michael Babiarz, AP

Grosse Pointe Power Squadron

District Secretary

D9 Squadrons’ 2015 Newsletter Editors

Anchor Bay’s Anchorage, Michael Rachuk; Ann Arbor’s Porthole, Ron Schwartz; Birmingham’s Bilge Chatter, Thomas

Geggie; Dearborn’s Anchor Lines, Sue Rayburn; Detroit’s Dumping Grounds, Joan Stoll; Flint’s Wheelhouse Log, Nancy

Burkhardt; Grand Rapids’ Waterspout, Birgit Molenaar; Grand Traverse Bay’s 45th Parallel, Sue Brown; Grosse

Pointe’s Tars & Tripe, Rose Stano; Kalamazoo’s Pilot, Lyndell Bleyer; Lansing’s Crows Nest, Alanna Harvey; Mount

Clemens’ Mooring Lines, Jerry Klein; Muskegon’s Headliner, Char Pearson; Port Huron’s Splash!, Mary Twiss; Sable

Point’s Viewpoints, Joanne Van Ameyden; Saginaw Bay’s Bay Views, not at this time; South Bend’s Spring Line, Hazel

Stevens; St. Clair Shore’s Shore Lines, Linda Lumpkin; Tip of the Mitt’s Barometer, Michael LeButt; and Wyandotte’s

Smoke Signal, Al Sliwinski.

Courtesy of: P/C Sue Rayburn, SN - D9 ENSIGN Correspondent

With the Fall 2015 D9 Conference fast approaching I hope this finds you well and that everyone had a Great Sum-mer. Whether you say it was too hot, too cold or just right all that matters is that you got out and enjoyed all it had to offer with family and friends. I’m sure one thing we can all agree on that it’s never long enough.

As far as the D9 Secretary’s department goes I am happy once again to report all is well. I am really starting to get the hang of this conference stuff.

Once again I am blessed to have the help of a few dedicated individuals that I must give a lot of credit to. First off I would not be able to get things ready for conference if it were not for the continued work of D/Lt Peggy Schwaller, AP (Birmingham) and the fantastic job she does to get the “Interlaker” not only done but done well. It’s a huge task and Thanks to her, D9 won the 2014 Distinctive Communicator Award for our District Newsletter.

The other District 9 Newsletter editors out there deserve recognition and a humongous “Thank You” as well. It’s a tough job as I know since I was the Grosse Pointe “Tars and Tripe” editor for a few years. Your efforts do not go un-noticed. P/C Sue Rayburn, SN (Dearborn) is the D9 reporter for the District for The Ensign. She reviews the District 9 newsletters and activities such as cruises, rendezvous’, educational efforts and other activities of national inter-est. She forwards the articles and photos for consideration in the “The Ensign”. Thank You Sue.

I would also like to recognize Lt/C Joanne VanAmeyden, P (Sable Point) for continuing to perform the duties as Dis-trict 9 Historian.

Finally another big “Thank You” goes to P/D/C Jay Stevens, SN for continuing to keep the D9 website up to date. In its current form it’s a bit of a struggle behind the scenes but Jay has it under control keeping things up to date and looking great for members and non-members when they visit. He also keeps our D9 email lists up to date.

Technology and the issue of “Social Media” are more and more important these days and there have been and will be discussions on how that would help the District and Squadrons. It’s the way many new and non-members first discover who we are and about our classes. There will be discussions about expanding the use of “Social Media” for the squadrons and expanding our reach to those who depend on it for news and information. Does your squadron have a website or Facebook page? It will be interesting to hear your feedback and if it’s helped you at all.

D/Lt/C Michael Babiarz, AP


D/Lt/C Ralph J. Ziegler, JN

Lansing Sail and Power Squadron

District Treasurer

Dear D/9 United States Power Squadron members,

Summer is fast coming to a close, boats coming out for winter storage, leaves turning to red, yellow and gold and then shortly the snow and winter will be in full force; ah let spring and summer return swiftly. Summer was busy and all too short with all the squadron events, D9 picnic, US Coast Guard parade and vessel safety checks going on.

So much for reminiscing, let’s get to the financial state of our district. We have been keeping pace with revenue income from membership dues from National. We however did not receive any revenue from the USCG Bristol Bay Educational Cruise as projected. As you probably know by now the Bristol Bay had to go to the east coast for major repairs. We are hoping that we will be able to have the cruise next year. We did however incur expenses for the return of all prepaid admissions and also for some of the refreshments that we would supply on the cruise. We did proceed with buying and presenting the gift of the backpacks to the Bristol Bay crew, which was a budget-ed item. We did receive some revenue from the D9 Rendezvous at Kean’s Marina which helped offset some of the Bristol Bay Ed Cruise expenses. Overall we should not fall outside our budget at the current income and spending rate.

All current bills and expenses have been paid. As a reminder, some expenses have not been submitted yet for the D9 picnic and spring conference. Please submit reimbursement requests within in 30 days if possible so we have an accurate picture of our financial status.

Yours respectfully submitted and fraternally,

D/Lt/C Ralph Ziegler, JN

Left to Right: District 9 PDC Jay Stevens, SN & Hazel with Marge Covey (fuel dock manager) & Jeff Covey (general manager)

And D/Lt/C Ralph Ziegler, JN (District 9 Treasurer)

D9 Picnic at Ralph’s Marina on Ludington Lake

Left to Right R/C Mary Ann Jensen, SN & D/Lt/C Ralph Ziegler, JN

with Diane & Vice Commander Rio Annis, USCGAUX

Flotilla 22-06 of District 9 Central

Ralph is a member of the USCG AUX

Photos from the D9 Picnic in Muskegon


Flint Sail & Power Squadron Caseville Harbor Rendezvous - 26-28 June 2015 Photos courtesy of: Connie Hallenbeck FSPS

Joe Grathoff’s Trailer Base Camp View from Base Camp

Flint Lt/C Connie Hallenbeck Saginaw Bay Cdr Jeanne Poirier Kayaking East Tawas Bay

Biking to Tawas Point State Park

Evening on the Docks

Flint’s Sue and Larry Jones provided Host Boat “Magic Hatt” dock & toys

Flint Cdr Dave Stokes at the Grill

Flint Sail & Power Squadron - Saginaw Bay Sail & Power Squadron East Tawas Harbor Rendezvous - 27-29 August 2015

Photos courtesy of: Dave Stokes, Connie Hallenbeck & Cal Chase FSPS


Tip of the Mitt Sail and Power Squadron Rendezvous Weekend - Charlevoix Harbor - June 2015

Photos courtesy of Lt/C Bill Fleck, AP

TMSPS Seminar on the Virtual Trainer Cdr Tom Tietjen, SN

38 Years of Birmingham Power Squadron Rendezvous at Dick & Pat Jarmon’s Unique Residence

Since 1977 Jarmon’s have welcomed Squadron members, friends and boats to enjoy their home.


District Executive Officer’s Department D/Lt/C Anthony Lewandowski AP

Boat Show Coordinator D/Lt Robert Larry Krieg AP (Saint Clair Shores)

Co-op Charting, Northern MI D/Lt/C Anthony C. Lewandowski AP (Birmingham)

Co-op Charting, Southern MI D/Lt/C Anthony C. Lewandowski AP (Birmingham)

Environmental D/Lt Erika S. Jensen (Lansing)

Executive Aide D/Lt Albert W. Schwaller (Birmingham)

Executive Officer Seminar D/Lt/C Anthony C. Lewandowski AP (Birmingham)

Homeland Security Officer D/Lt Douglas R. Rocho P (Detroit)

Legislative Officer, IN D/Lt Harry K. Bailiff SN (South Bend)

Legislative Officer, MI D/Lt James A. Simpson AP (St Clair Shores)

Liaison Officer P/D/C James R. Leonard SN (Lansing)

Parade Coordinator

Program Visitation D/Lt Rose Stano P (Grosse Pointe)

Public Relations Officer D/Lt Ronald G. Simpson AP (Birmingham)

Safety Committee D/Lt Ronald P. Horner AP (Mt. Clemens)

Squadron Development P/D/C Denise C. Samu (Birmingham)

Vessel Safety Check, East P/Stf/C Sally C. Lemus P (Detroit)

Vessel Safety Check, West

P/R/C Shirley Y. Van Rhee JN (Grand Traverse Bay)

District Commander's Department D/C Dawn L. Flynn, JN

Assistant Flag Lieutenant D/Lt Carolyn Knaggs P (Flint)

Asst Conference Coordinator P/D/C Richard P. Gallop SN (Mt. Clemens)

D/Lt Frederick J. Hoitash SN (Dearborn)

Attitude Adjustment D/Lt Rahmon A. Dunbar (Grosse Pointe)

D/Lt Chester Dunbar Jr. AP (Grosse Pointe

Chaplain D/Lt Frederick J. Hoitash SN (Dearborn)

D/Lt Chester Dunbar Jr. AP (Grosse Pointe)

Commander's Aide P/D/C Bryan L. Bartlett SN (Detroit)

D/Lt Alanna W. Harvey P (Lansing)

P/D/C Thomas H. Hyatt N (Detroit)

R/C Mary Ann Jensen SN (Lansing)

Stf/C Linda J. LaLonde P (Dearborn)

P/D/C H. Jay Stevens SN (South Bend)

Conference Coordinator D/Lt Michael J. Rachuk SN (Anchor Bay)

Educational Fund Rep D/C Dawn L. Flynn, JN (Lansing)

Flag Lieutenant D/Lt Alice Marie Whittemore AP (Anchor Bay)

Hospitality P/Stf/C Sally C. Lemus P (Detroit)

Law Officer, IN D/Lt Georgia C. McFarland JN (South Bend)

Law Officer, MI

D/Lt Lynne A. Draper AP (Flint)

Liaison to CPS-ECP P/R/C Dick Jarmon SN (Birmingham)

Liaison to USCG

P/D/Lt/C Thomas H. Hyatt N (Detroit)

Parliamentarian D/Lt Laddie L. Hudson Jr. SN (Mt. Clemens)

Photographer D/Lt LeRoy S. Strey P (Detroit)

P/Stf/C Sally C. Lemus P (Detroit)

Trophies and Awards

D/Lt Frank Muylaert SN (Dearborn)


District Education Officer’s Department D/Lt/C Thomas Smith JN

ABC Coordinator D/1st/Lt Thomas J. Smith JN (Birmingham)

ADEO D/1st/Lt Janet Curle (Grosse Pointe)

Advanced Piloting D/Lt Thomas H. Geggie SN (Birmingham)

Boating D/Lt Michael R. Osborn JN (South Bend)

Boating Virtual Trainer P/D/C Denise C. Samu AP (Birmingham)

BOC Coordinator P/D/Lt/C Duane Carlson SN (Mt Clemens)

Coordinator/Aide D/Lt William M. Stewart SN (Dearborn)

D/Lt Thomas H. Hyatt N (Detroit)

P/D/Lt/C Duane Carlson SN (Mt Clemens)

Cruise Planning D/Lt Charles L. McFarland JN (South Bend)

D/Lt Georgia C. McFarland JN (South Bend)

Dockhand Training P/D/Lt/C Duane Carlson SN (Mt. Clemens)

Engine Maintenance D/Lt Jerry J. Williams AP (Grand Traverse Bay)

Instructor Development P/D/Lt/C Thomas H. Hyatt N (Detroit)

Junior Navigation/Navigation D/Lt Frederick J. Hoitash SN (Dearborn)

Marine Electronics D/Lt Robert P. Blau SN (Birmingham)

Piloting D/Lt/C Thomas J. Smith JN (Birmingham)

Sail (vacant)

Seamanship D/Lt Gregory Stanley SN (Saginaw Bay)

Seminars D/Lt/C Thomas J. Smith JN (Birmingham)

Teaching Aids D/1st/Lt Janet Curle SN (Grosse Pointe)

Weather (vacant)

District Administrative Officer’s Department D/Lt/C Janet Marie Klumpp AP

Administrative Aide P/D/C John C. Bennett SN

AO Seminar D/Lt/C Janet Marie Klumpp AP (Mt Clemens)

Boating Activities P/D/C Denise C. Samu AP (Birmingham)

Cruise/Rendezvous P/D/C Denise C. Samu AP (Bimingham)

Educational Cruise Stf/C Linda J. LaLonde P (Dearborn)

Membership D/Lt Alanna W. Harvey P (Lansing)

Operations Training P/D/C William A. Stano JN (Grosse Pointe)

Port Captains D/Lt Dale G. Lashbrook AP (Port Huron)

Port Captains D/Lt Teena M. Lashbrook AP (Port Huron)

Predicted Log D/Lt Dale R. Ellis AP (Grosse Pointe) Sail Activities D/Lt Alanna W. Harvey P (Lansing)

Sea Scouts Liaison D/Lt Wayne Hastings AP (Port Huron)

Squadron Ambassador Stf/C Linda J. LaLonde P (Dearborn)

Trailer Boating D/Lt Michael Burkhardt AP (Flint)


District Secretary’s Department D/Lt/C Michael Babiarz, AP

Assistant Secretary D/1st/Lt Jan Hartesvelt S (Grand Traverse Bay)

Ensign Correspondent D/Lt Suzanne M. Rayburn SN (Dearborn)

Historian D/Lt Joanne E. VanAmeyden AP (Sable Point)

Interlaker Editor D/Lt Margaret A. Schwaller AP (Birmingham)

Publications Committee D/Lt Suzanne M. Rayburn SN (Dearborn)

D/Lt Margaret A. Schwaller AP (Birmingham)

Webmaster P/D/C H. Jay Stevens SN (South Bend)

District Treasurer’s Department

D/Lt/C Ralph J. Ziegler JN

Property Officer D/Lt Bonnie L. Krieg AP (Saint Clair Shores)

Treasurer’s Seminar P/D/C John C. Bennett SN (Grosse Pointe)

D/Lt Laddie L. Hudson Jr. SN (Mt. Clemens)

District Auditing Committee D/Lt David Kowalski SN (Birmingham)

P/D/C James G. Knaggs SN (Flint)

D/Lt Dale G. Lashbrook AP (Port Huron)

District Nominating Committee P/D/C H. Jay Stevens SN (South Bend)

P/D/C William A. Stano JN (Grosse Pointe)

Stf/C Linda J. LaLonde P (Dearborn)

D/Lt Teena M. Lashbrook AP (Port Huron)

D/Lt John J. Haley AP (Flint)

D/Lt Thomas Glenn Tietjen SN (Tip of the Mitt)

District Rules Committee P/D/C Bryan L. Bartlett SN (Detroit)

D/Lt Pamala L. Dawson JN (Wyandotte)

D/Lt Georgia C. McFarland JN (South Bend)

District Planning Committee P/D/C H. Jay Stevens SN (South Bend)

D/Lt William R. Smith, AP (Detroit)

P/D/C James D. Draper, JN (Flint)

D/Lt Robert E. D’Alcorn, JN (Tip of the Mitt)

District Membership Committee D/Lt Alanna W. Harvey, P (Lansing)

Stf/C Linda J. LaLonde, P (Dearborn)

District Budget & Finance Committee D/Lt Chester Dunbar Jr., AP (Grosse Pointe)

D/Lt Robert A. Malicki, JN (Grosse Pointe)

D/Lt Earl W. Wolfe, AP (Detroit)

The USPS® Pledge

I do solemnly pledge to:

Abide by the bylaws of the United States Power Squadrons;

promote high standards of navigation and seamanship;

maintain my boat and operate it legally;

render assistance whenever possible;

and conduct myself in a manner that will add prestige, honor

and respect to the United States Power Squadrons.


1940-41 †Lee S. Nelson, N Toledo

1942-43 †Charles R. Austerbury, JN Detroit

1944-45 Carl J. Florian, N Toledo

1946 †George N. Lilygren Grosse Pointe

Carl J. Florian, N Toledo

1947-48 †Richard Webber, JN Detroit

1949 Eugene C. Swift Saginaw Bay

1950-51 †Keith E. Brooks, AP Port Huron

1952-53 †Fred L. Chalcraft, Jr. N Detroit

1954-55 †W. Kent Fenton, JN Toledo

1956-57 †Robert L. Davis, JN Grand Rapids

1958-59 †Charles L. Fead, AP Port Huron

1960-61 †William P. Ternes, JN Detroit

1962-63 †Ray C. Stevens, AP Kalamazoo

1964-65 †James D. Happle, JN Wyandotte

1966-67 †Robert E. Stanley, N Detroit

1968-69 †Elliott B. Spreen, AP Kalamazoo

1970-71 John J. Wetzel, N Grosse Pointe

1972-73 P/C/C Richard W. Miner, SN Birmingham

1974 †Frank R. Veit, JN Grand Rapids

1975 †Everett R. Clark, N Toledo

1976 †George A. Richardson, SN Ann Arbor

1977 †James L. Mitts, SN Kalamazoo

1978 James C. Acheson, SN Port Huron

1979 Richard C. Rateich, SN Grosse Ile

1980 Robert L. McLravy, JN Lansing

1981 Odell C. Mercer, SN Wyandotte

1982 †Don L. Bender, SN Dearborn

1983 †Marvin W. Warmels, SN Grand Rapids

1984 V/C Theodore H. Smith, SN Grosse Pointe

1985 William J. Morrison, SN Saginaw Bay

1986 Stf/C Gene R. VanRhee, SN Kalamazoo

† deceased

1987 P/R/C Richard H. Jarmon, SN Birmingham

1988 Lewis W. Dance, SN Dearborn

1989 †William J. Bayer, SN Warren

1990 James R. Leonard, SN Lansing

1991 †Fred C. Sellenraad, SN Saginaw Bay

1992 †Gerald Burpee, SN Flint

1993 †Stf/C Edwin R. Schwenk, SN Grosse Ile

1994 Joseph F. VanBlerck, SN Mt Clemens

1995 †R/C E. Stephen Jensen, JN Lansing

1996 Rick Mack, SN Port Huron

1997 †James M. Gabocy, SN Grosse Ile

1998 Michael M. Maziasz, N Birmingham

1999 Gert A. Baldwin, JN Muskegon

2000 P/R/C Allan f. Harold, SN Ann Arbor

2001 Stf/C John Bennett, SN Grosse Pointe

2002 W. Lyle Rea, SN Kalamazoo

2003 Richard P. Gallop, SN Mt Clemens

2004 Michael J. Rachuk, SN Anchor Bay

2005 James G. Knaggs, SN Flint

2006 Denise C. Samu, AP Birmingham

2007 Jerry Stephen, AP Grand Traverse Bay

2008 Denise Brooks, AP Port Huron

2009 Bryan Bartlett, SN Detroit

2010 James Draper, JN Flint

2011 Mary Ann Jensen, SN Lansing

2012 Linda LaLonde, P Dearborn

2013 William Stano, JN Grosse Pointe

2014 H. Jay Stevens, SN South Bend

† deceased

Past District 9 Educational Officers

1947-48 *E. C. Bogert Detroit 1982-84 John D. Alstetter, SN Grosse Ile 1949 *Avery T. Macklem, JN Detroit 1985-87 *Herbert R. Davidson, SN Lansing 1950-55 *Reed E. Maes, AP Port Huron 1988-90 *J. D. Westbrook, SN Irish Hills 1956-61 *Fred L. Chalcraft, Jr., N Detroit 1991-93 Patricia A. Johnston, SN Dearborn 1962-66 *Lawrence Messersmith, N Detroit 1994-96 *John P. Horan, SN South Bend 1967 *Tracy B. Gardner, N Dearborn 1996-99 Nancy L. McCully, SN Birmingham 1968 *Arthur A. Obel, N Detroit 2000-02 Marlys H. Vickers, SN Birmingham 1969-70 *Glen H. Howell, N Grosse Pointe 2003-05 *Thomas Hyatt, N Detroit 1971-74 *Raymond H. Crockford, N Grand Rapids 2006-08 William Stewart, SN Dearborn 1975-78 *James E. Ryan, N Toledo 2009-11 Donald Fiander, SN Birmingham 1979-81 *Donald C. Beran, SN Flint 2012-15 Duane Carlson, SN Mt. Clemens

*deceased *deceased

Past District 9 Commanders


1. Revise SOP 9 dealing with the Treasurer to accurately reflect the current District Assessment and provide for a central place for members to look up the current amount of the District Assessment

2. Revise the SOPs to create a recommended procedure for the appointment of PlanCom members and Budget and Finance members by the Council

3. Review and make recommendations on the Birmingham resolution that calls for, to the extent possible, Dis-trict Conferences to be scheduled in the Detroit Metro area at least 50% of the time.

District Assessment

After consideration, the Planning Committee recommends against placing the amount of the District Assessment in the SOPs. Standing Rule 66 normally contains the amount of the District Assessment. In the proposed revision, Standing Rule 66 is referenced in the SOP to provide information as to where a member can find the information about the current District Assessment. The Planning Committee also finds that the United States Power Squadron website already provides a place where the District Assessment is shown, and that information is automatically up-dated. A link to the Squadron Dues Calculator has been placed on the Menu Bar of the District 9 website. Se-lecting a squadron on that page will give all of the dues information for a squadron, including the current District Assessment.

Several changes, however, are recommended in SOP 09 dealing with the Treasurer. A copy of the proposed SOP is attached. Deleted language is shown with a strike-through, and new language is shown in italics.

Paragraph 2(A)(1) is revised to state that it is the Treasurer’s responsibility to notify USPS promptly of any change in the District Assessment. That paragraph also specifies that the effective date of a change in the District Assessment coincides with the date that the change becomes effective in HQAB.

Paragraph 2(A)(3) is deleted, as there is no longer a National Allotment.

Paragraph 3(C) is revised to reflect the current name of the Budget and Finance Committee.

Additional Comments – In connection with consideration of the revision of the Treasurer SOP 9, the Committee re-ceived several comments that the District Assessment should be revised to reflect the USPS dues structure – that is, Active members pay 100% of a designated assessment amount, Family Units pay 50% of the designated assessment amount, and Life or Apprentice members pay 0% of the designated amount.

Changing the manner in which the District Assessment is collected would affect the budget. Further, setting the Dis-trict Assessment is a Conference responsibility in connection with recommendations of the Budget and Finance Committee. This matter has not been referred to the Planning Committee for review and comment, and in the view of the Planning Committee, issues regarding the amount and structure of the District Assessment should be referred first to the Budget and Finance Committee. The Planning Committee accordingly did not address this question.

Appointment of Planning Committee Members

The Planning Committee was asked to develop a procedure for the appointment of members of the Planning Com-mittee. Under the most recent By-Laws revision, the members of that committee are appointed by the District Council, and not the District Commander.

SOP 14 is the SOP for the Planning Committee. A copy is attached. Deleted language is shown as strike-through. New language is shown in italics.

EDITOR’S COPY OF THE

Report of the Planning Committee District Planning Committees Chair’s Report to District Council

At the 2015 Spring District Council Meeting, three matters were referred to the PlanCom


For the appointment of members of the Planning Committee, the Planning Committee recommends that the Council receive recommendations from the District Commander prior to the Council meeting, with the opportunity for mem-bers of Council to submit additional nominations. Candidates receiving the most votes would be appointed.

In the event that a vacancy occurs between Council meetings, the District Bridge would be delegated the authority to fill vacant positions, effective until the next Spring District Council Meeting, when elections are normally held.

The Planning Committee would select its own Chairman.

The revision to SOP 14 includes some additional updates to comply with current By-Laws and policies.

Paragraph 4(D) is deleted. We no longer have a District Operations Manual.

Paragraph 5 is deleted. Section 2.10.1 of our current By-Laws already require that if practical, at least half of the Planning Committee be Past District Commanders or Past District Lt. Commanders.

Appointment of Budget and Finance Committee Members

The Planning Committee was asked to develop a procedure for the appointment of members of the Budget and Finance Committee. Under the most recent By-Laws revision, the members of that committee are appointed by the District Council, and not the District Commander.

SOP 15 is a new SOP for the Budget and Finance Committee. A copy is attached. Deleted language is shown as strike-through. New language is shown in italics.

Appointment of members of the Budget and Finance Committee is the same process as the appointment of mem-bers of the Planning Committee. The Budget and Finance Committee would select its own Chairman and Secretary.

Location of District Conferences

The Planning Committee was asked to report back with recommendations on a Resolution by the Birmingham Squadron that would require the Conference Coordinator to plan approximately 50% of the district conferences for the Detroit Metro area.

The Planning Committee has received a number of comments on the proposal, and has not yet developed a report. A final report on this issue will be provided to the Council at the Spring 2016 Council Meeting. P/D/C H. Jay Stevens, SN (Junior) Chair, Planning Committee

EDITOR’S COPY OF THE

Report of the Planning Committee COPY District Planning Committees Chair’s Report to District Council - continued


SEO/ASEO Seminar (2 hours)

Hear about all the changes in the education department from DEO Tom Smith and ADEO Jan Curle with the assistance of the NEO Representative R/C Richard Pfenniger, SN-ACN. In addition to being “in the know” regarding the National education program, Dick is the DEO for District 8.

USPS released an updated ABC course which addresses updated laws and regulations , an updated Naviga-tion course, and updated delivery channels. We will review what our national committees have been work-ing on. Please make every effort to attend this meeting. D/Lt/C Thomas Smith, JN DEO

R/C Richard Pfenniger, S/N

D/Lt/C of District 8

R/C Richard Pfenniger, SN joined Hollywood Power Squadron in 1968, serving as

Administrative, Executive Officer, and then Commander in 1972-73. He has also

served as Squadron Educational Officer several times. During that time he earned

the grade of SN.

As a member of District 8, he served as Administrative, Executive Officer, and Com-

mander in 1993-94. In addition, he was DEO 1986- 1989 and is currently serving as

District Educational Officer.

The first job in National was a member of the Advanced Piloting Committee in 1986. Since then has served

as Stf/C & R/C Educational Business Committee, R/C Inland Coastal Committee, R/C Publishing Committee,

a member and Assistant Regional Director of the BOC program. In the BOC program he is a certifier

trainer for IN, CN, and ACN. He has served as Stf/C for the National Committee on Nominations and is cur-

rently the Brunswick Program Representative. He has earned 46 Merit Marks.

He has lived in several parts of the country and moved to Florida in 1965. He started boating at age 13 with

his family. Over the years has owned 9 boats plus currently owning a 35 ft Viking Sport Fisherman and a

22 ft Angler runabout. He is a graduate of Kent State University with a BS in Business Management. Most of

his career he has been an independent salesman of professional medical books.

His wife, Doris was a woman's certificate holder before becoming a member of Hollywood Power Squad-

ron. She has served as District 8 Secretary and is currently Commander of Hollywood. They have a blended

family of 5 children and 7 grandchildren.


Detroit Mail Boat, J.W.WESTCOTT: (1 hour)

June 1895 marked the first mid-river mail delivery by a Westcott mail boat beginning more than 100 years of "mail-by-the-pail". All deliveries are carried out by the 45-foot J.W. Westcott II, with the Joseph J. Hogan standing by as a back up boat. Sam Buchanan, a Mail boat captain, speaker at a D/9 Fall Conference session, will talk about the Westcott’s ship-to-shore services marine delivery services for freighters during the navigation session. Sam is also the builder of intricate scale ship models during the off-season.

The story of the Westcott is fascinating. Located in Detroit at the foot of 24th street just west of the Ambassador Bridge, the J.W. Westcott Company was originally formed in 1874 by Captain J.W. Westcott to inform passing vessels of changes in orders. The Westcott Company's role has changed to include a wide range of services. Come listen to Sam tell about Westcott past and present and share interesting stories. See you there!

Michigan Sea Grant: (1 hour) Michigan Sea Grant supports research, outreach and education to enhance the sustainable use of Great Lakes re-sources benefitting the environment, quality of life and the Michigan Great Lakes and National economy. In this presentation we will provide an overview of Sea Grant’s current projects that connect current science with stake-holders to inform decision-making for the stewardship of the Great Lakes as a coastal community development.

US Coast Guard, Sector Detroit: (1 hour) Cdr Kevin Floyd, USCG, Sector Detroit (or his Rep). Sector Detroit has responsibility for the territory including the Great Lakes and as far east as Buffalo, NY. Information will be provided on their operations, including ice-breaking, commer-cial vessel escort, search and rescue and statistics related to safety, equipment, etc. There will be time for Q & As.

Town Hall: (1 hour) This will be a GoToWebinar session, started by a message from the Chief Commander. There will be a discussion with the National Rep and Q & A period. Come with your questions/comments!

Membership/Marketing: (1 hour) Presenter: D/Lt (P/C) Alanna Harvey, P - D9 Membership Chair Want to rejuvenate your squadron? Come find out about strategic planning, ways to gain visibility, partnering possibil-ities and what appeals to different age groups.

Boating Activities 2016: (1 hour) Wow! The results of the Boating Activities 2015 seminar were amazing. Many Squadron rendezvous were attended by D9 members due to the publishing of a consolidated list created this Spring and the D9 rendezvous held in July was a great success both in keeping the cost down for our members and providing value and plus with D9 wide attendance. We can start our planning now for season 2016 so Squadrons can work together on more jointly hosted events and the potential of a D9 rendezvous. Be sure your Squadron is represented so we can help you with maxim-izing attendance at events hosted by your Squadron.

Social Media: (1 hour) We found out why we need social media last spring. This time we are going to show you how to put together a Face-book page. Of course, you can’t learn everything in a short session, but you can get started.

Chief Commander Robert Baldridge, SN


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