First Long Cruise

From August 27th to August 5th, Ship 1115 conducted their first long cruise. See photos of our tour of the Statue of Liberty and our Manhattan experience, which were our land-based parts of the trip.

Congratulations!

Skipper Ken Kessler won the Outstanding Skipper of the Year Award at the NCAC Wardroom Dinner this January, and Mate Anne Souser won the Outstanding Sea Scouter Award. Congratulations to both...Ship 1115 is proud to have leaders like you!

Long Cruse

There is still time to sign up for the long cruise this summer!

On July 27 we will be departing for an incredible adventure....two days of traveling with stops to see sites in New York City and Mystic, Connecticut, then on to Newport, Rhode Island. There, we will board two Beneteau 42' sailing yachts for a cruise to Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard, returning August 5.

For us seasoned sailors, it's a dream realized....and we hope you scouts appreciate what an amazing opportunity this is!

If money is the issue, you're not alone. Yes, the cost is substantial...probably $800 or more per person....but we have some fundraisers in the works that will help to defray the cost.

We are almost at maximum capacity, but we have room for two more scouts. Don't delay...if you can commit to this trip, please do so right away.

Contact Gerry Souser at gerbear95@verizon.net, and cc Mate Lietzau dianelietzau@yahoo.com and Mate Souser at csouser@verizon.net.

Join us for this memorable cruise!

Quarterdeck Training - Oct. 29-31 2010

Sea Scouts,

Quarterdeck training for the 2010 - 2011 program year is Friday October 29 through Sunday October 31. Click here to download the information packet--including program information, directions, point of contact, and permission slip.

Quarterdeck - Petty Officer Job Descriptions

Boatswain 

• Set an example for ship members
• Wear correct uniform, attend all meetings, arrive on time, become proficient in drill 
• Give direction to effective communication
• Advance notice of activities via email, texting, Facebook, phone 
• Consult with ship members who have problems, questions, or concerns 
• Guide crew leaders in helping crew members 
• Counsel quarterdeck members who are not performing assigned duties 
• Appoint ship members to serve as activity committee chairs 
• Identify scout chair not later than a month before event 

Boatswain’s Mate for Administration 

• Be prepared to take over for ship’s boatswain when necessary 
• Follow up to ensure planning is being done correctly 
• Be responsible for changes to meeting and event schedules 

Yeoman 

• Submit minutes from ship and quarterdeck meetings to Boatswain within one week of meeting 
• Keep attendance for all members at all meetings and activities 

Purser 

• Ensure annual dues (due in September) are paid to the treasurer 
• Draft and submit ship’s budget to the Boatswain not later than 31 May 

Storekeeper

• Maintain an up-to-date inventory of all equipment 
• Check in and out equipment 
• Schedule maintenance of boats and equipment 

Cox’n 

• Stimulate participation in the ship and encourage teamwork
• Coordinate any cruises or special crew activities with the Boatswain
• Responsible for crew
• Ensure crew is informed of all activities, has transportation to activities, and is properly uniformed; assign duties and train crew members
• Responsible for boat
• Preparation prior to sailing, safety, sailing, and navigation underway, post-operation checks prior to leaving dock. Schedule, organize, and supervise hauling and painting boat

Work Party

Sea Scouts!
We're having another work party tomorrow, Thursday September 9.
Meet at the marina at 5pm, and wear work clothes!