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41 yearsSOS, Inc. 1978-2019March 2019, Vol. 41, No. 3THREE EVENTS IN ONE WEEKEND!!Spring Training, Party, BrunchMARCH 16SPRING TRAININGOK, we’re already sick of winter –and it’s only February! ButSPRING IS COMING SOON!This all-day event has beenhappening for over 25 mbers,novicecrew,experienced crew (sometimesreferred to as “old salts”), ownersof boats (Skippers) – and even for“those who know everything.” Bestof all, you get to design your ownprogram and decide what areasand skills YOU want to learn moreabout. At SOS Spring Training,you really can have it your way!No matter which sessions youattend, you’re guaranteed to learnskills to make you a better crewmember and sailor, along withgaining knowledge about howthings work on sailboats.What’s not to like about spending aSaturday at the Anne ArundelCommunity College campus with100 - 200 other sailors, sharingbreakfast, lunch, and attending fivedifferent class sessions? And howcould one possibly improve onsuch an exciting and fun day?There’s only one possible way –have a PARTY AFTERWARD!So don’t miss the fun. It’s easy toregister for both the SpringTraining and the Party online atwww.Singlesonsailboats.org.Ifyou need it, a paper registrationform is available in this issue onpages 12-13. The cost includesbuffet lunch, continental breakfast,handouts (and great company). Besure to sign up early before yourfavorite sessions fill up. See pages9 -13 for more details.March 16PartyAfter Spring TrainingTime:5:00 – 10:00Where: The Downs CommunityClub House, AnnapolisCost; 35Fun:Food, drink and music foryour enjoyment after along day of classes.Singles on Sailboats, Inc.410.798.4098March 17Brunch, Retrospectiveand General MeetingTime: 11:00 Brunch followed byPhoto Retrospective andGeneral Meeting.Where: Double Tree Inn AnnapolisCost: 31You won’t want to miss the PhotoRetrospectivewhichisacompilation of sailing and touringactivities of the club. You mightsee yourself on the big screen!DiscountedHotel RoomsDon’t drive home after the party –stay at the DoubleTree Inn (210Holiday Ct, Annapolis, MD 21401)and then attend the SOS Brunchthe following morning!Rooms are 109 each and tenhave been reserved for SOS. Youmust call the hotel (410-224-3150)by March 1, use code XSS, andpay with your individual credit card.www.singlesonsailboats.org
2Whisker PoleMarch 2019VIEW FROM THE BRIDGEWe have a great clubthat pulls togetherwhenweneedsomething.Our Social Chair,Mary Ellen Murphy hashad some health problems and isstepping down. We thank Mary Ellenfor her great work on the SocialCommitteeoverthelast fewyears. Several of our members havestepped up to make sure we cancontinue our social events which areso enjoyable for our members andguests.Gabi Van Wie, Linda Perkins andothers made sure we had a greatAwards Banquet. There is a link on thewebsite to the pictures for those of youwho attended or who want to see whatyou missed. Gabi is a great artist inand had made sure we enjoyed“Bourbon Street.” If you have notlooked at the website you can see thepictureasthislink. https://youtu.be/jhBouhT6u1Y.Barbara Mistrik has stepped up tomake sure we have an After SpringTraining Party with thanks to DougTownsend for the use of hisclubhouse at The Downs at the cost of 35 a person. Be sure to sign up!Meeps Yox has confirmed we havethe DNR site available for a sail and aparty.Drum roll please . Beth Krushinskieand Gabi Van Wie have volunteeredto co-chair the Social Committee. Bethis a new Delaware member withexperience organizing horse showsand will make a great team withcreative Gabi. Thanks to both of you.Additionally on Public Relations, BethDumesco has made sure we havecoverage in the Spin Sheet and we areexploring other avenues to publicizeour events to our members and thosewho might want to attend and join.The March 16th Spring Training will beorganized by Irene Aronian. We havethe Retrospective at the March Brunchon March 17 with the generalmembership and board meeting laterthat afternoon. Check Fleet Exercisesfor the details.The Board will organize a long rangeplanning conference for the club madeup of new, midterm, long and lifemembers as well as committee chairsand the Board to help develop a 1, 3and 5 year plan for the club. Issues tobediscussedwillmembership,financial, safety, technology, publicrelations, and ways to plan for thingslikeelectronicchangesincommunication that will affect us in thefuture. These will help us be ahead ofthe curve rather than trying to playcatch up. If you have issues and ideasthat you think we should discuss orwant to work on the conference,pleasesendmeanemailat commodore@singlesonsailboats.org.As I write this, it is 50 degrees inFebruary and I am dreaming of beingon the water. Of course, as I look outmy window, the South River still has alittle ice on it so it is still just a dream.Check Fleet Exercises for cruises andthe Sweden bareboat information aswell as other social and educationalevents.Stay warm and I look forward toseeing each of you at an event. If Idon’t know you, please come up andintroduce yourself!Fair winds,BeckyWelcome New MembersKate CollinsArnold, MD.Jane HruskaWilmington, DE.Ann McGuireAbingdon, MD.Jean ParcherReston, VA.Beatrice SchwartzNew York, NY.Sharon TaylorAnnapolis, MD.Ed TraynorWestminster, MD.Christopher WeisNorth Bethesda, MD.Paul ZeiglerHanover, PA.Whisker Pole NEWSLETTERPublished MonthlySingles on Sailboats, Inc.P.O. Box 5708, Annapolis, MD ter Editor:Shirley f readers:Angela Weathers, Barbara Shoemaker,John Murray, Ellie Kallins, Perry Brownth10 of Month submission deadlinesFleet Exercises & Shore Leave:Ned Schwartzsosfleetexercises@gmail.comPhotos : Bob WrightRobert.Wright.Bowie@gmail.comHappy Hours: Lora Doniadoniala@aol.comClassified Ads: Pat Randallparandall@comcast.netScuttlebutt: Jody Hutchinsonmjodyh@yahoo.comth15 of Month submission deadlinesAll articles:Shirley ite admin:admn sos@singlesonsailboats.orgNew Member Inquiry:info@singlesonsailboats.orgBoat US Discount code #GA80619SInside:Award RecipientsBrunchClassifiedContactsCPR/First Aid ClassCruising Corner/ScheduleDirectionsDockside TrainingFlare DemoFleet ExercisesHappy HoursPhotosRetrospectiveSpring TrainingWhat’s The Scoop194222331420335-82115-1849-134
March 2019Whisker Pole3New Members! Returning Members! Check Out These Events!Flare and Safety DaySaturday, April 27Dockside TrainingSaturday, April 27On Saturday afternoon we will meetdockside aboard member's boats inan afternoon session structured tosimulate an SOS cruise. TheSkipper and First Mate will conductstandard pre-cruise information andsafety briefing, and will then workwith attendees to provide hands-ontraining about all aspects of the boatand how it works. For thoseattendees who are ready to do so, it is usually possible tocomplete some of the Basic Skills I & II checkoutrequirements as well. Be sure to bring your Basic Skillsforms with you. Go to the SOS web page under Forms andSuch, then Education where you will find the Basic SkillsCheck out Forms as well as the manual.It’s time to start getting ready for the upcoming sailingseason! Join us for Flare and Safety Day where we learnnew safety skills and brush up on the old ones. Memberswill be able to view and practice the use of different types offlares, extinguish flames with a fire extinguisher, practicetossing lines, simulate the use of a passing line, and more.This event is held on the beach at Camp Wabanna locatedon the Rhode River, not far from Annapolis, from 9:00 to12:00. Safety is always a high priority in the club, so join usto work on these important skills and at the same time,have a lot of fun!Questions? Contact Joan Tannen at jtkeuka@gmail.comDirections: Wabanna Camp & Conference Center,101 Likes Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037From Washington, D.C.: Take Capital Beltway to Exit 15AMD 214, Central Avenue east. Follow Route 214 about 20miles, through Mayo to Beverly Beach, passing an“Entering Beverly Beach Community” sign. Turn right onBeverly Place. Turn left on Maryland Avenue. FollowMaryland Avenue to the left. Turn right on Elm Street. Turnleft on Likes Road and follow signs to the camp.From Baltimore and Annapolis: From Aris T. Allen Blvd.take Route 2 south about 3 miles to the Route 214 (CentralAvenue) intersection (at a light), and turn left onto Route214 east. Follow Route 214 about 5 miles, through Mayo toBeverly Beach, passing an “Entering Beverly BeachCommunity” sign. Then same as aboveIf the weather cooperates and the boat is ready, you maybe able to sail a little even though it is not part of theexpected Dockside Training.Questions: Irene Aronian Irene.aronian@gmail.comCPR/AED andFirst Aid for MarinersMarch 9, SaturdayTake advantage of this opportunity to become CPRCertified by Annapolis Fire Department emergency medicalpersonnel at half the cost you would pay elsewhere.Because SOS encourages you tolearn and maintain skills in CPR(cardiopulmonary resuscitation), theuse of the Automated ExternalDefibrillator (AED) and in first aid SOS pays half the cost of thetraining. Whether you are learningthese techniques for the first time, orrecertifying, there is always more tolearn.Recommended procedures are always beingupdated.The training will be held at the Annapolis Fire Department,620 Taylor Avenue, Annapolis, MD 21401. TEL: 410-2631116. The class will start at 9:00 AM and run toapproximately 4:00 PM. Your cost is 40.00, which includescoffee and a light breakfast, as well as lunch. Class sizewill be limited. If you have any questions, contact JoanTannen at jtkeuka@gmail.com.
4Whisker PoleSOS BrunchMarch 2019SEND ME YOUR PHOTOS!For the Photo RetrospectiveMarch 17, 2019Featuring the Photo RetrospectiveMarch 17, 2019DoubleTree Hotel, Annapolis MD11:0012:001:00Social HourBrunchThe SOS Retrospective, a photo compilationof sailing and touring activities of the club,starring our members, Directed by TeejaMeier, the glamour shots are sure to beexciting!We will also be showing the winning Photosfrom the 2018 Photo Contest in case youdidn’t get a chance to see them at the AwardsBanquet.2:00SOS General MembershipMeetingThe spring General Membership Meeting willbe held after the Retrospective program. Asdirected by our bylaws, the Treasurer willprovide a budget overview, and eachcommittee chair (or their Board Liaison) willshare a summary of the 2018 year’shighlights.SOS Board Meeting2:30As usual, all members are invited to attendthe Board Meeting that will take place afterthe General Membership Meeting.Bank Balances for Jan 31, 2019Checking:Credit card:Savings Acc't:TOTAL28,413.30( 7,382.42)73,382.4794,413.35Bareboat escrow: 35,912.72The PhotoRetrospectiveshould includethe photos youhave taken thisyear of the fun, silly, beautiful, or outstanding sails,activities, and people in SOS.Please send them to me atpmmeier47@gmail.com, through dropbox orthrough google drive.Photos should be reduced to 'medium' size, andidentified as to location.Of course I need them ASAP so I will have time toprepare the presentation.Teeja Meier“What’s the Scoop?”March 23 & April 13It’s time for “What’s the Scoop?” – two upcomingopportunities for seasoned members to meet newand potential members. The first will be March 23in Annapolis, the second on April 13 in Delaware.Invite a single friend or relative to one of theseSOS evenings geared to new members. Theevents will be packed full of warm-hearted,friendly, spirited members who welcome thesepotential SOS’ers. These same seasonedmembers will share with the potential SOS’erstheir of joy of sailing, fun SOS experiences, and anopenness to mentor them in the art of sailing.Who do you know that has expressed an interestin sailing? What ideas, could you volunteer to themembership committee that would attract thesefuture sailors?Go to SOS web site Event Calendar to register youand your guest. These events will be open forumsfor questions from New Members and Member’sGUESTS! Questions: Contact Membership ChairDonna Kachura at mdonna916@verizon.net
March 2019Whisker Pole5Fleet Exercises and Shore LeavePlease email your questions and request for directions to the coordinatorIf you are paying by check for any sailing event, a paper Sailing Registration Form mustaccompany 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 dateThe postmark is the date used as the mail in cutoff/deadline date.All checks are to be made payable to SOS, Inc.Note: Effective January 1, 2018, individual request for refunds will incur a 3 Administration Fee.Non-members must submit a Sailing Registration Form.March 2SaturdayFireside Chat: Montgomery Co/Northern VALocation:Rockville, MDCost: 20, member or guestSpeaker/Topic:Debra Roane, “An AfricanAdventure: Cruising the ZambeziWhere Elephants And HipposCome to Play”Mail: February 22 (postmark)Online: February 26HostTime:Jon Bernheimer5 PMNote:Non-members must be accompanied bymember. No Smoking, no walk-ins.Limited to 20 persons.Deadline:Coordinator:Linda Casucci, casuccilj@gmail.comPlease be sure to log-in first, then sign up online at www.singlesonsailboats.orgMarch 9SaturdayFireside Chat: Annapolis AreaLocation:Annapolis, MDCost:Speaker/Topic:HostAnne George, “Sex in theChesapeake: Oysters, Crabs, and Time:Jellyfish. Oh My!”Note:Mail: March 1 (postmark)Online: March 5Deadline: 20, member or guestNancy & John Parsons5 PMNon-members must be accompanied bymember. No Smoking, no walk-ins.Limited to 17 persons.Coordinator:Carole Jordan seajay2844@gmail.comPlease be sure to log-in first, then sign up online at www.singlesonsailboats.orgMarch 9SaturdaySeminarLocation:Annapolis Fire Department, 620Taylor Avenue, Annapolis, MDAnnapolis Fire Dept., EMS TeamCPR/AED and First Aid forMarinersMail: March 1 (postmark)E-mail: March : 40 (the club is paying half the training andcertification costs)9:00am to 4:00pmCoffee and lunch will be providedLimited to 30 people.Joan Tannen jtkeuka@gmail.comPlease be sure to log-in first, then sign up online at www.singlesonsailboats.org
6Whisker PoleMarch 2019March 16Location:SaturdayAnne Arundel CommunityCollege, Arnold, MDSpeaker/Topic:Deadline:Various (see WP)Mail: March 5, 2019 (postmark)Online: March 11, 2019Cathy Laws lawscm55@gmail.comIrene Aronian ireneian.aronian@gmail.comPlease be sure to log-in first, then sign up online at www.singlesonsailboats.orgCoordinator:Event Planner:March 16Location:Music:Deadline:Coordinator:March 17Location:SaturdaySpring TrainingCost: 55(until 2/20/2019) 63 (after 2/20 until deadline) 75 – After deadline, walk-ins, non membersTime:8:30am to 4:30pmNote:See Whisker Pole for detailsAfter Spring Training PartyThe Downs Community Building, Cost:Annapolis, MDTime:By DJ "MC Dwyer” 35 non members welcome5:00pm-6:00pm Social Hour6:00pm-7:00pm Dinner7:00pm-10:00pm DancingParty is directly after Spring TrainingNote:March 11Barbara Mistrik mistrikbarbara@gmail.comPlease be sure to log-in first, then sign up online at www.singlesonsailboats.orgSundayBrunchDouble Tree Hotel,Annapolis, MDPhoto Retrospective & GeneralMeeting.Cost:Deadline:Mail: March 12 (postmark)Online: March 13Note:Coordinator:Carole Jordan seajay2844@gmail.comPlease be sure to log-in first, then sign up online at www.singlesonsailboats.orgMarch 17SundayGeneral Membership MeetingLocation:Double Tree Hotel,Annapolis, MDTime:Notes:March 17SundayBoard MeetingLocation:Double Tree Hotel,Annapolis, MDTime:Speaker/Topic:Time:Notes: 31 - Brunch 33 – After deadline and walk-ins.11:00 am Social Hour12:00 noon Brunch1:00 pm ProgramMeet in the COASTAL roomGeneral Membership meeting 2pm - 2:30pmAfter Brunch ProgramOpen to all Members2:30pm to 4:30pmFollowing the Brunch and GeneralMembership meetingOpen to all Members. After the BrunchMarch 23SaturdayWhat’s the ScoopDestination:Annapolis, MDTime: 6:00pm-9:00pmMail: March 18 (postmark)Online: March 20(limit 18)Cost:Deadline:Coordinator:Note: 17 – MemberMember’s Non-member Guest -FreeThis event is for New Members, as well as,member's friends (non-member) Theseevents will be open forums for questionsfrom New Members and Member GUESTLinda Casucci, Casuccilj@gmail.comPlease be sure to log-in first, then sign up online at www.singlesonsailboats.org
March 2019Whisker Pole7April 4ThursdayBoard MeetingLocation:Greenbriar Community Ctr.Greenbelt, MDTime:April 7SundayNotes:7:00 to 10:00pmDoors open 6:45pmOpen to all MembersCruising Kick-off MeetingLocation:Doubletree Hotel,Annapolis, MDCost:Note:By Invitation OnlyTime:Coordinator:Noreen McGuire, nmcgny@hotmail.com,April 13SaturdayWhat’s the ScoopDestination:DelawareTime: 1:00pm-4:00pmMail: April 8 (postmark)Online: April 10(limit 12)Cost:Deadline:Note:Free to Skippers, First Mates, CruisingCommittee Members, 20 for guestsFirst Mates and Coordinators will joinskippers for Lunch and Meeting at noon.Coordinator Training will begin 2:15pm. 17 – MemberMember’s Non-member Guest -FreeThis event is for New Members, as well as,member's friends (non-member) Theseevents will be open forums for questionsfrom New Members and Member GUESTCoordinator:Lora Donia, doniala@aol.comPlease be sure to log-in first, then sign up online at www.singlesonsailboats.orgApril 20/21Saturday – SundayIRS Weekend CruiseDestination:Pirates Cove/West RiverCost: 34 Member or Non-memberDeadline:Mail: April 3 (postmark)Online: April 9Note:Coordinator:Non-member may sail once with a member andmust mail a separate Registration form with acheck made out to SOS, Inc., to the coordinator.Hope Andruss hopeda@verizon.net,Please be sure to log-in first, then sign up online at www.singlesonsailboats.orgApril 24WednesdayMid Week Day SailDestination:Skipper’s ChoiceCost:Deadline:Mail and Online registrations must Note:be received by April 18Coordinator:Emil Becker EmilBec@msn.com,Please be sure to log-in first, then sign up online at www.singlesonsailboats.orgApril 27SaturdayFlare and Safety DayLocation:Camp WabanaEdgewater, MarylandCost:FreeTime:9:00am – 11:00amDeadline:Coordinator: 17- Member or Non-MemberNon-member may sail once with a member and mustmail a separate registration form with a check to thecoordinator.Note:Final details in the Whisker PoleMail April 21 (postmark)Online: April 23Joan Tannen jtkeuka@gmail.comPlease be sure to log-in first, then sign up online at www.singlesonsailboats.org
8Whisker PoleApril 27Location:Deadline:Coordinator:SaturdayVarious Skipper’ BoatsMarch 2019Dockside TrainingCost: 17Time:10:00am – All DayNote:Bring your own lunch, beverage and BasicMail: April 13 (postmark)Skills Checkout FormsOnline: April 16Irene Aronian Irene.aronian@gmail.comPlease be sure to log-in first, then sign up online at www.singlesonsailboats.orgMay 1WednesdayMid Week May Day SailDestination:Skipper’s ChoiceCost:Deadline:Mail and Online registrations must Note:be received by April 24Coordinator:Barbara Wingrove bkwingrove@outlook.com,Please be sure to log-in first, then sign up online at www.singlesonsailboats.orgMay 2ThursdayBoard MeetingLocation:Greenbriar Community Ctr.Greenbelt, MDTime:Notes: 17- Member or Non-MemberNon-member may sail once with a member and mustmail a separate registration form with a check to thecoordinator.7:00 to 10:00pmDoors open 6:45pmOpen to all MembersMay 4/5Saturday – SundayShakedown Cruise (Cinco de Mayo)Destination:Aberdeen Creek/South RiverCost: 34 - Member or Non-memberDeadline:Mail: April 18 (postmark)Online: April 23Note:Non-member may sail once with a member and mustmail a separate Registration form with a check to thecoordinator.Coordinator:Bill Small smallfavors@hotmail.com,Please be sure to log-in first, then sign up online at www.singlesonsailboats.orgMay 11SaturdayDay SailDestination:Skipper’s ChoiceCost: 17- Member or Non-MemberDeadline:Mail: May 1(postmark)Online: May 5(9 pm)Note:Coordinator:Non-member may sail once with a member and mustmail a separate registration form with a check to thecoordinator.Kathy Haven mskathha@gmail.com,Please be sure to log-in first, then sign up online at www.singlesonsailboats.orgAugust 17-242019Destination:Saturday to SaturdaySweden 2019 Bareboat Cruise AdventureSwedenCost: 1,000 members, 1060 non members Deadline:March 20Note:Contact trip coordinator if interested.Coordinator:Deb Kauffman debkauffman@comcast.netGo to sosbareboat.simplesite.com for more detailsDirections to Events Found on Page 20
March 2019Whisker Pole9SPRING TRAINIING 2019Schedule for Saturday, March 16, 2019Start8:00 AM8:30 AM9:00 AM10:40 AM12:10 AM1:10 PM2:20 PM3:30 PM4:30 PMTIMEEnd8:30 AM8:50 AM10:30 AM12:10 AM1:10 PM2:10 PM3:20 PM4:30 PM5:00 PMFUNCTIONRegistration and Continental BreakfastWelcome/AnnouncementsSession ASession BLunchSession CSession DSession EWrap-upDirections to Anne Arundel Community College:101 College ParkwayArnold, MD 21012From Washington or AnnapolisTake Route 50 east to exit 27, Route 2 north (Governor Ritchie Highway) toward Baltimore. Stay on Route 2 forabout three miles. Turn right on College Parkway. The first right turn is the campus entrance.From BaltimoreFrom 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 rightturn is the campus entrance.Snow Emergency ProcedureATTENTION - If there is snow on Saturday, March 12 (and we certainly hope there isn't!), we MAY have tocancel Spring Training. In the event the weather is questionable, the Education Committee will leave a messagethon the SOS Spring Training Weather Hotline, available only on March 16 . A 5 non-refundable fee will beretained in the event of cancellation; other fees paid will be refunded.thSnow Emergency Recorded Message: 410 798-4098Other questions: irene.aronian@gmail.com
SPRING TRAINING 3/16/201910:40-12:109:00-10:30A–1A–2Levels 1,2BASIC SAILINGFUNDAMENTALSLevels 1, 2BASIC NAVIGATIONA–3Levels: 1, 2, 3WHAT’S WRONG? ARE YOU ILL?(same content as B-1)SOS Skipper Rick Morefield uses thingsyou already know in this interactivesession to explain how a boat sails,emphasizing points of sail and thesailing environment (wind and water).Find your way on the Bay! SOS SkipperSandy Rosswork explains various aids tonavigation including channel markers,depth contours, paper charts, & GPS.Includes hands on practice with courseplotting and location finding.Two SOS Skippers & Medical professionals(RN’s) discuss responding to medicalsituations when you’re on a boat. Is itdehydration? Heart attack? Low bloodsugar? Heat stroke? Also get training on thelatest medical certification “Stop the Bleed”.B–1B–2B–3Levels 1, 2, 3WHAT’S WRONG? ARE YOU ILL?(same content as A-3)Levels: 1, 2DIESEL ENGINESRULES OF THE ROADTwo SOS Skippers & Medicalprofessionals (RN’s) discussresponding to medical situations whenyou’re on a boat. Is it dehydration?Heart attack? Low blood sugar? Heatstroke? Also get training on the latestmedical certification “Stop the Bleed”.SOS Skipper Dennis Krizek reviews the"Nautical Rules of the Road." Topicsinclude: give way/stand on vessel, lights,shapes and sounds, with an emphasis onsituations encountered on the Chesapeake- including the recent collision near theThomas Point Shoal.Levels 2, 3Karl Allen, Diesel Guru, will discuss basicoperating theory, anatomy, routinemaintenance and trouble-shooting formarine diesel engines. Karl will likely bringhis engine model, space permitting.Be sure to bring your engine operatingmanual and your diesel questions!12:10 – 1:10 PM – LUNCH1:10-2:10C–1SOS Skipper George Hollendursky willteach the proper knots to use on a boatand when to use them. Hands-onpractice is included. See who will getthe prize for “fastest at tying Bowlines”!2:20-3:20D-13:30-4:30Level 1, 2KNOTSLevel 1INTRODUCTION TO SOSFormer Commodore Debra Roane &Skipper Jon Bernheimer team up tostintroduce the roles of Skippers, 1Mates & crew, SOS Social calendar,registering for SOS events, volunteeropportunities in SOS & more!E-1Level 1C–2Levels: 1, 2, 3SAVE OUR OYSTERS!C–3Levels: 2, 3LET’S ANCHOR !Paul Schurick of the Oyster RecoveryPartnership describes exciting programsto restore oysters to the Chesapeake Bay.Did you know that our favorite destination,Harris Creek, is the largest oystersanctuary project in the world?D-2Levels:1, 2, 3WHAT YOU DON’T KNOWCAN HURT YOUJohn Ihnat, SOS Skipper with many yearsof experience working on the Bay,discusses local Bay weather patterns,effects of warm/cold fronts, what cloudscan show you, plus secrets that watermenknow about Bay weather.SOS Skipper, Coco Lanquetuit, explains thetypes of anchors, best anchors for variousconditions, selecting an anchorage,anchoring procedures / protocol, and more.E–2E–3Levels: 1, 2, 3D-3Levels: 2, 3SOLAR POWERRick Bailey, ABYC-certified MarineElectrician & SOS Captain, recently addedsolar to his vessel. He discusses theadvantages, types of marine solar systems,installation, and operation of solar power forboats.Levels: 1, 2, 3PREP FOR AWEEKEEND CRUISEANATOMY OF WINCHESMAPS, CHARTS & CRUISING GUIDES:WHERE DO THEY COME FROM?Sailing for a weekend involvesPLANNING: proper gear (what tobring?), clothing, food (what to prepare).Skipper Shirley Brooks-Hollendursky &experienced crew, Lora Donia explainhow it all works, including how to enjoya “sleepover” & great ideas for packingclothes & packing / storage of food.SOS Skipper, George Hollendursky,explains various winch designs, the partsthat make a winch work, & demonstrateshow to maintain your winches – large andsmall.Robin Heintz Luxenburg, of Williams &Heintz Map Corp (publisher of MD&VAcruising guides, new Chesapeake Bay WallChart, and authorized printer of NOAA PODCharts) tells history of W&H, challenges ofkeeping up with latest changes in the Bay,and how the process of producingcustomized maps and charts has changedover the company’s 100 years.4:30 PM WRAP UP IN THE CAFETERIASkill Levels of Classes: 1 N OVI CE , new to sailing3 ADVAN CED , Skipper, 1st Mate, Offshore sailor2 I N TERM EDI ATE, inshore sailor to aspiring 1st Mate
SPRING TRAINING 3/16/201910:40-12:109:00-10:30A–4A–5Levels 2, 3Levels 2, 3A–6Level 1, 2, 3ADVANCED SAIL TRIMBOAT HANDLING UNDER POWER /DOCKINGJeff Jordan, experienced sailor & industryprofessional, describes controlling sails,using each sail in various windconditions, good/bad of heeling, overpowered situations, best upwind &downwind sailing.If boats moved liked cars, docking boatswould be simple! SOS Skipper, EmilBecker, explains the dynamics ofstopping, backing, & docking boats – &how to make friends with that peskyWIND.Before a cruise the mariner shouldread, and then understand, the localforecast. Captain Chuck Wells willhighlight the basics of the Earth'sweather with a particular focus onsailing.B–4B–5B–6Levels 2, 3Levels 2, 3RAFTINGSAIL TRIM – HOW IT WORKSSOS Skipper, Dan Meier, leads thisdiscussion on rafting in SOS, both circle& linear rafts. What is the overall plan,what part does crew play, and (forskippers) how do you direct your crew fora smooth entry into the raft.Skipper Rick Morefield explains basicsail theory, including lift and push modes,and how to efficiently use the sailcontrols to shape the sails based on thepoint of sail (boat and wind direction) andwind strength.WEATHERLevels 2, 3GETTING TO KNOW MARINEELECTRICAL SYSTEMSRick Bailey, ABYC-certified MarineElectrician & SOS Captain, explainshow marine electrical systems aredesigned on older & newer boats, &helps to conquer our fear of all thingselectrical.12:10 – 1:10 PM – LUNCH3:30-4:302:20-3:201:10-2:10C–4Levels: 2, 3C–5Levels 1, 2, 3C–6Levels: 2, 3CRUISING AFTER DARKCATS ARE DIFFERENTCREW DYNAMICSSOS Skipper Sandy Daugherty hascaptained multihull and monohullsailboats. He gives pointers ondifferences, plus hands-on experienceabout how to work with these differencesand use them to your advantage.Sailing is a team effort! SOS First Mate& experienced sailor, Kathy Higdon, talksabout the social aspects of being part ofa boat crew and how to be an activecontributor to the team when you’reaboard.Night is a special time on the water,where everything appears different.Robin Meigel, SOS Skipper, discussesextra precautions to take, tips onnavigating, extra equipment that canreduce the risk, how to read charts afterdark and more.D-4D-5D-6Level 1, 2, 3Level 1, 2, 3Level 1, 2, 3BAREBOAT CRUISINGOffshore bareboat cruising – what fun!SOS Skipper & experienced cruiserSandy Rosswork gives pointers onsurprises encountered when sailing inforeign countries. Med moors, laid linesand gang planks are examples fromrecent cruises.SUDDENLY IN COMMANDMargaret Butler & Steve Gershman ofthe U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary discuss acrew member’s worst nightmare: TheSkipper becomes incapacitated. Whatmust you do, & how can you be preparedfor bringing the situation under control?ALL ABOUT SAILSLocal sailmaker, Chuck O'Malley ofChesapeake Sailmakers in Eastport,talks about the sail-making process,what you can do to keep your sails ingood shape, and some recent trends indesign and materials.E–4E–5E–6Levels 1, 2, 3BY THE RHODE RIVER .Beneath the Rhode River, at theSmithsonian Environmental ResearchCenter, lay archaeological remains of1600’s Colonial plantations.Archaeologist Jim Gibb explores thispast, with images of excavations &extraordinary finds from 2 Quaker homes.Levels 1, 2, 3LATEST TECHNOLOGY / NAV TOOLSMargaret Butler & Steve Gershman ofthe U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary explorethe latest technology & marine safetyapps for survival in case of anemergency. Plus using the VHF foremergency communications & latestupdates on marine safety equipment.Levels 2, 3BUYING YOUR FIRST
Where: The Downs Community Club House, Annapolis Cost; 35 Fun: Food, drink and music for your enjoyment after a long day of classes. March 17 Brunch, Retrospective and General Meeting . Time: 11:00 Brunch followed by . Photo Retrospective and . General Meeting. Where: Double Tree Inn Annapolis . Cost: 31 . You won't want to miss the Photo
