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The Bos'n's Pipe, official publication of the Phoenix Sail and Power Squadron, has once again been awarded the Distinction award, as judged by the USPS National Publications Committee. It is the seventeenth time the publication has been so honored. Selected excerpts from the current and past issues are included below. |
| Communications with members is accomplished by direct mailing of our Squadron publication, the Bos'n's Pipe, and by telephone in advance of activities. The Bos'n's Pipe is published monthly (except July and August) and contains the Commander's Message, officer reports, articles of boating interest, and announcements of upcoming social and educational events. Members are encouraged to submit articles and photos to the Editor, P/D/C Lee Whitehead, SN |
A complete copy of the FULL COLOR Bos'n's Pipe, in Adobe Acrobat format, can be downloaded by clicking on any of the monthly links below. Hint: Right click to download and save in your computer. Things will go faster that way. Use your browser "back" button to return. We keep a full year of issues online. The link to the latest issue is in bold text.
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2011A freeware reader can be downloaded from Get Acrobat Reader General Membership Meeting The next General Membership Meeting will be February 16 at a place to be announced. The evening starts with no-host cocktails at 5:30, dinner at 6:30 and the program at 7:30 p.m.
* * * 5th Annual Havasu Pocket Cruisers Convention
just around the corner 13-20 February 2012
By Lt/C Joe Warren, JNAlmost two hundred pocket cruisers (trailerable sailboats with some degree of overnight accommodation) have signed up for this growing annual event. Lake Havasu is relatively quiet this time of the year and with seasonably warm weather it is the perfect setting for these devoted small boat sailors While this is the 5th annual occurrence, it is the first time the Phoenix Sail & Power Squadron is participating. Dave Brickner attended the event last year on his own and had a great time. He is returning this year along with Joe Warren, Rob Anderson and Ron McNeil. We’ll have two sailboats, Gypsea Dream and Saguaro Breeze in attendance. There are lots of events and presentations planned for the event. For more information about the event go to www.sailhavasu.com .
* * * Snow Cruise attracts six boats
By Lt/C Joe Warren, JNDeer Cove at Lake Pleasant was the congregating place for 5 PSPS member boats and one non-member boat on Saturday January 21st.
The annual event did nothing to live up to its name as the day turned out to be much nicer than predicted by the weatherman. The five PSPS boats included Summer Nights, Saguaro Breeze, Time Out, Aqua Star and Carlos Alvarez’ new 32-foot power boat (of which I did not get the name.) One of Carlos’ slip neighbors also joined us.
Snow Cruise cruisers—David and Janet Allocco, Joe Warren, Jackie Wanta and Doug Stewart, a Canada Power Squadron member and associate member, enjoy a brief repast at Lake Pleasant at what appears to be a frosty day at Lake Pleasant.Another PSPS sailboat was on the Lake enjoying the sailing so much they missed the raft up. The sailors did get to enjoy a fantastic sail back to the docks when the raft up broke up later in the afternoon. Terry and Jean Gray had guests Jackie Wanta and Jan Park with them on Time Out, and yes, they did bring chicken. David Allocco accompanied by Janet Allocco on Summer Nights enjoyed the camaraderie. On Saguaro Breeze were Rob Anderson and Doug Stewart and me. I believe Dan and Kim Sheen had guests but I did not get their names. Carlos and Moriah also had guests that I did not get a chance to visit. It was a great day to be out and on the water with friends.
* * * 2012 Change of Watch Click here for coverage of the 2012 Change of Watch
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The next regular Bos'n's Pipe issue will be in March 2012. Article deadline is February 24, 2012
Ship's Store
News from the Ship's Store
By Lt/C Jan Park, S proprietorIs your current PSPS wardrobe complete with a logo sweatshirt or polo shirt in your favorite color?
Take a moment to take stock of what you have in your closet and contact me if you would like to put in an order. Your shirt can be personalized with your name or be delivered with just the PSPS logo.
The Ship's Store also has a small traveling inventory of USPS items that you can shop at any general membership meeting.The inventory of the PSPS Ship's Store includes hats, bags (duffel, fanny, tote, barrel and attaché), burgees, and ensigns. We also have zippered portfolios, whistles, an insulated stainless steel travel mug, and an emergency FM radio/scanner/flashlight that operates by hand crank or AA batteries. Before you order from the National Ship Store, please take a look at our list or call me (602-997-6801). All items in inventory can be delivered at a General Membership Meeting. Please don't forget that Phoenix Sail and Power Squadron polo shirts and sweatshirts can be ordered at any time.
Interested? The Phoenix Sail and Power Squadron will be offering new up-to-date hats and a handy carrying bag, both embroidered with the new name of the squadron.
The hat will be available in two colors -- light blue or either royal blue or black. The heavy-duty bag measures 13x15 inches and is 5-1/2 inches deep. The hats and bags are to sell for $20 each.
A new monogramed polo shirt has been designed. It will be available with or without the owner's name.
A selection of fabric colors is also be consideredAs a convenience for our members, the Phoenix Sail and Power Squadron Ship's Store maintains a stock of frequently requested USPS items. They can be obtained by contacting the store manager, Lt/C Janice Park, AP, (602) 997-6801
Click here for a complete list of the March 2011 items available from the Phoenix SPS Ship's Store Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed people
can change the world. Indeed it is the only thing that ever has.Margaret Mead.
This page last updated February 7, 2012
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