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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 in Journalism award, as judged by the USPS National Publications Committee. It is the fourteenth 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 |
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2008A freeware reader can be downloaded from Get Acrobat Reader Rocky Point/Cholla Bay, Mexico Rendezvous
November 13 – 15.
By Ron and Rose WernerThings are coming together for the annual squadron rendezvous in Rocky Point Mexico. The events and times are loose and subject to agreed-upon change, but here’s how things look right now.
The planned events begin with a twilight cocktail party at the water front home of Jose and Janet Pallavicini on Cholla Bay. Everyone knows where it is, but if this is the first time for you, there are plenty of folks who can show the way. Featured this year are fresh potato soup, custom made clam chowder. hors d’œuvres and dessert are supplied by members, so bring your favorites to share This year, you will be responsible for your own cocktails. In other words: BYOB.
Later Friday evening is the traditional Bingo game, but this year there’s a slight twist. Bring ten dimes or so as well as a white elephant gift. Those are the entry fees for the game. It’s different, and it’s fun.
Saturday morning, Ron and Rose Werner have planned a clean up at the Reef RV park. That begins at 8:00 a.m. The rest of the day is free for all the things you can do.
At 5:30 p.m., we’re getting together at Paul and Grace Schoonover’s beach front home. It’s about 100 yards from the Pallavicini home. There’s a clam bake with cole slaw and other trimmings. Again, BYOB. This will be followed by a skit taking aim at Gilligan’s Island.
But...the weekend doesn't’ t end on Saturday night, because Sunday morning there’s a potluck brunch at the RV Park beginning at 9:00 a.m. Coffee is being provided. For this, chairs and card tables will be welcome.
There’s more: For the first time, those who are staying over will participate in a pot luck dinner at Gary and Marilyn’s Cholla Bay home.
All this is yours for a small fee, which is to be determined.
There are folks leaving on different days and times for Mexico. Let Ron Werner or Bill Johnson know what day you’re you can be part of a convoy or simply hitch a ride.* * * General Membership Meeting
19 November 2009Joe’s Crab Shack beginning with attitude adjustment at 5:30 p.m. 19 November 2009
Joe’s Crab Shack is located at 1606 West Baseline, Tempe, which is the northeast corner of I-10 and Baseline. Plan to be there and meet your Squadron friends for a great seafood dinner and evening of fellowship.* * * Turkey Fry is Scheduled
21 November 2009Who: Our Phoenix Sail & Power Squadron boating family.
What: The Annual Turkey Fry!
When: 21 November around 1100 (11 am). Dinner will be around 1300 (1PM).
Where: We will meet at Rattlesnake Campground at Bartlett lake.
Bring your family, a Thanksgiving dish to share, a chair and eating utensils, and a thankful heart. There will be ample time for visiting with others, playing games, hiking, boating, or anything else you want to partake of.
Bill and Connie will deep fry a turkey. Additional turkeys and fryers may be needed. Other dishes needed are mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, vegetables, rolls, gravy, stuffing, desserts, very large paper plates, plastic silverware, butter, ice, or anything else you would find at a Thanksgiving dinner table. This event has historically been very well attended. So that we have ample food and a good variety, please RSVP to Bill or Connie Johnson with your number of people attending as well as what food dish you intend to bring.
In 2008 we cooked (and ate) 3 twenty-pound turkeys and had no leftovers! We hope to see you there and look forward to another great day with our boating family.
Special Note: you will need to purchase a Tonto National Forest Day Pass for entry into the park. These can be purchased at the ranger office, on line from Tonto National Forest website, or from sporting goods stores, or other local venders such as Circle K or Four Sons Gas Stations in Cave Creek. They are not available in the park itself—you must purchase one before you get there. Cost is $6.00 per vehicle and an additional $4.00 per watercraft. If you have trouble finding a pass, please contact Bill or Connie. (see emails and phone info below)* * *
The next regular Bos'n's Pipe issue will be in December 2009. Article deadline is November 23, 2009
Ship's Store
News from the Ship's Store
By Jan Park, proprietorLadies Cut Golf Shirts with the PSPS crossed flags logo are now available from the Ship's Store in 19 colors and 7 sizes. They are 100% ring-spun cotton with four pearl buttons on the placket and welted collar and cuffs. The bottom hem is finished with side vents. They are from Outer Banks so you know the quality is first rate. If you're interested, I would be happy to email the color choices and sizing specs to you. The cost is $26.50 with your embroidered name and $21.50 without.
Our squadron's 50th Anniversary burgee is also available for order at $20 each. This is the burgee that will be flown going forward. Please call me at 602-997-6801 or send me an email at mcb3123@msn.com to place your order.
If there is an interest to branch out into other emblem merchandize, the USPS has developed a program with www.yourboatsname.com, a division of UMSCO Corp. in Dallas, Texas to offer a 10% rebate on each item purchased. Visit the website to view the variety of items that that the company can provide with our PSPS emblem, including insulated tumblers, mugs, aprons, towels, visors, photo frames and fleece throws. There are no minimum orders required, and no freight charge for orders over $200.00. Please feel free to email your comments or questions to me, Janice Parks, at mcb3123@msn.com
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 Janice Park, AP, (602) 997-6801
Click here for a complete list of the 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 November 1, 2009
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