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PUBLISHED BY POVERTY BAY SAIL AND POWER SQUADRON
A UNIT OF THE UNITED STATES POWER SQUADRONS®
SAIL AND POWER BOATING DISTRICT 16
VOLUME 52, NUMBER 7, SEPTEMBER 2014
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Commander’s Message 2 Visit to an Early Power Squadron 15 PBSPS Bridge Officers 3 Member Birthdays 17 PBSPS Reference Information 4 Nautical Trivia Quiz 18 PBSPS Calendar 5 Nautical Word Search Puzzle 19 Rendezvous Schedule 6 Shipping Container News 20 Commander’s Report 7 Technology Notes 21 Executive Officer Report 8 Puzzle & Trivia Answers 22 Administrative Officer Report 10 USPS Related Links 23 Education Officer Report 11
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Welcome to Poverty Bay Sail & Power Squadron. You are about to receive some insight into our Squadron, one of over 400 squadrons in the US which is part of The United States Power Squadrons®. USPS is a non-profit organization of over a 100 years.
Our mission is promoting fun with safe recreational boating and other water related activities. We
serve the boating public in South King County and North Pierce County, an area including South
Seattle to North Tacoma and from Puget Sound to the slopes of the Cascade Mountains,
encompassing twelve different cities with boating classes and free vessel safety examinations.
We can prepare you to fulfill the Washington State Boater Education requirement with our America’s
Boating Class and earn your Washington State Boaters Education Card. These classes are
offered throughout the year, so please take advantage of them. Our members and families are
boaters and we grow and learn through the USPS classes and through discussion with other
members. In addition, our members teach youth on the water safety in cooperation with our public
school system.
We encourage the public to learn more about us and to take our basic boating class. Students who
complete our public class generally qualify for a 10% boat insurance discount with their insurance
companies and also may become a member of the Power Squadron. We actively seek new members
to continue learning, to promote safe boating and to teach others.
We have a social side as well. We have ten dinner meetings and up to ten boating events each year.
Special events include our Change of Watch, Dessert Auction, Fall Barbeque, Nautical Auction &
Sale and Christmas Party.
For the curious, Poverty Bay itself is located 47° 21.0’ N and 122° 20.0’ W, on Puget Sound between
Des Moines & Redondo, WA.
You may contact us by email at [email protected] for public boating class schedules and registration or any other inquiry. Enjoy safe boating with us.
Cmdr Don Parker, AP
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PBSPS Officers
COMMANDER Cdr Don Parker, AP
206-999-2776
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EXECUTIVE OFFICER Lt/C Jerry Carbaugh, P 206-941-7088
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER Lt/C Craig Brown, N 206-999-2776
EDUCATION OFFICER Lt/C Dan Leenhouts, SN 253-874-8974
SECRETARY Lt/C Kathy Cunningham, S 260-384-2038
TREASURER Lt/C Gloria Hunt, SN 253-952-3244
MEMBERSHIP P/C Bob Miller, SN 206-878-2655
MEMBER INVOLVEMENT P/C Gray Cunningham, S 425-306-1726
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Reference Information
PBSPS WEBSITE: www.pbps.org
SQUADRON CONTACT: [email protected]
BECOME A USPS MEMBER: Click here to join or learn more about Member Benefits.
E-BOARD MEETINGS: PBSPS elected officers meet as an Executive Board on the third
Thursday of each month at 1900 to conduct squadron business. All members are welcome to attend.
Please contact Commander Don Parker, AP at 206-999-2776 for the location if you wish to attend.
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS: Dinner meetings are held on the first Thursday of each
month (6:00 PM Social Hour; 7:00 PM Meeting). There is no cost to attend. Reserved meals cost
$20.00 per person and our meetings are held at:
MASONIC TEMPLE
2208 SOUTH 223RD STREET
DES MOINES, WA 98198
NOTE: Reservation additions or cancellations must be in to your Calling Committee person (or Linda Mc Donnell at 206-244-6714) no later than the Monday before the meeting! If you’ve missed a
reserved dinner, please remit your check payable to PBSPS, c/o Treasurer Lt/C Gloria Hunt, SN
Your Pirate’s Log Staff
Editor Mailing Committee Lt. Ron Davidson, SN P/Lt/C Nancy Scott, P
Phone: 253-373-1798 Phone: 253-630-1619 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]
(request printed Log copies)
Use your smart phone or tablet barcode application to learn more about the benefits of
joining Poverty Bay Sail & Power Squadron.
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September 2014
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
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7:29 PM PDT
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Commons 8AM
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October 2014
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1First Qtr
2 Dinner Meeting
1800 Social Hour 1900 Dinner
3 Blake Island
Rendezvous
4 Blake Island
Rendezvous Yom Kippur
5 Blake Island
Rendezvous
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8 Start - Seamanship
1900 Full Moon
9 Leif Eriksson Day
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11 ABC Des Moines
8AM
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13 Columbus Day
14 Start - Marine Nav
Systems 1900
15 Seamanship 1900
Last Qtr
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Systems 1900
22 Seamanship 1900
23 New Moon
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Systems 1900
29 Seamanship 1900
30 First Qtr
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2014 PBSPS Rendezvous Schedule
From To Location Hosts
Sept 12 Sept 14 Dock St Tacoma Alzheimers Support
Oct 3 Oct 5 Blake Island
Please contact the Rendezvous Committee if you would like to host a Rendezvous in 2014. Committee contacts:
Nancy and Terry Scott 253-630-1619 [email protected] Jack Green 253-835-8076 [email protected]
Attention New Members: Host Duties can be found on our website here. As Hosts, you can do as much or as little as you want: basic or pull-out-all-the-stops, or anything in between. This is a fantastic way to get immersed in the Squadron and get acquainted very quickly with your fellow squadron members. Opportunities are still open to host in 2014!
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From the Helm of Polar Bear
By Commander Don Parker, AP
Just got back yesterday after six warm, sunny weeks in the San Juan Islands. Only two days with
rain and one a mist. We had a good time hitting Reid Harbor, Prevost, Garrison Bay, Roche Harbor,
Sucia, West Sound, Jones Island and Friday Harbor. Got lots of crab, had some nice trail walks and
no problems with the boat other than smoking. We had our kids and grandkids up for a few days,
cruised with old friends for a week and met up with the great PBS&PS members for good times. I
was finely able to participate in a Wagon Wheel, formed with the supervision of Gordy Mc Waters and
eight member boaters. It all formed up as it was supposed to and we could walk from boat to boat
across swim platforms with room in the center for our dinghy’s. I hope you all had a summer of fun
and smooth sailing.
Some of us will be getting together at the Labor Day weekend Rendezvous in Olympia. As in the
past, it should be a good weekend for us. Also, the Alzheimer Walk rendezvous at Dock Street will
get some of us up and boating again on the 12th of September. The September Dinner meeting will
again be the Steak Fry at the McKay’s residence in Des Moines on Saturday the 20th. So it looks as
though September should keep us moving and were off and running to close out the summer and
move into the fall. Summers are always too short in Seattle for me as I would assume are for you
also.
I read in a boating magazine regarding fuel additives that claim to kill algae. This author states that in
order to for a plant such as algae to grow, you need light which shouldn’t be found in a fuel tank.
That makes sense. So you need to use biocide that only claims to kill bacteria, which also requires
water to grow. If you can keep water out of your tank, nothing should grow and you will not be
affected by the myriad of problems it creates. He suggests a drain at the bottom of the tank to
remove any water, making the use of biocides unnecessary. He also states that you should use a
fuel stabilizer if fuel remains in tank for a time to prevent it from oxidizing, aging and losing its
potency. As it ages and oxidizes, diesel often darkens. Small particles in the fuel then come
together, sink to the tank bottom and accumulate. Asphaltene is a common contaminant which can
clog filters and tank fittings. This is why I believe my engine is smoking. Hopefully, when I get
through this tank of fuel and again replace the filters, it will go away.
Smooth Sailing….
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Carbaugh’s Corner By Executive Officer Lt/C Jerry Carbaugh, P
I assume all you pirates Arrrr enjoying a fantastic summer. We have had ideal boating weather, and
as of this date I haven't heard a whisper of any devastating boating mishaps, crashes, mechanical
expenses, or any other Murphy's Law occurrences. I guess all the boating training, education, and
fellowship we have is helping all of us enjoy our boating activities.
As you know, September 20th is the date for the Steak Fry at John and Cynthia McKay's home. Be
sure to mark it on your "important-must-attend" calendar. Bring something to BBQ, and a side dish or
desert to share with fellow pirates. By the way, this will be an ideal opportunity to boast of big fish
catches, outstanding boating experiences, and fun summer events. Be sure to have pictures to back
up your stories. Some pirates Arrrr skeptics you know!
Just a reminder: Thursday, October 2nd will be our next regular dinner meeting. See you at our
regular meeting place.
Before heading out on your next cruise, get your latest Local Notice to Mariners
Test your navigation and docking skills or play other Nautical Games at
BoatUS.com
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Brown’s Point By Administrative Officer Lt/C Craig Brown, N
While the family & I were vacationing this summer on the Oregon coast I had the opportunity to
observe a Coast Guard (USCG) helicopter in operation. That got me thinking about how, as Power
Squadrons (USPS) members, we might find ourselves involved in a helicopter hoist.
A helicopter hoist from a recreational vessel is not typical, but has occurred in the past, and no doubt
it will occur in the future. In the USCG, they have helicopter hoists down to a fine science. Helmets,
goggles, life jackets, anti-exposure coveralls or dry suits, and safety observers are the norm. The
average recreational vessel operator lacks the training.
For a recreational vessel operator I would break down the evolution as follows:
Communications: Be able to communicate with the helicopter via marine VHF radio and follow the
instructions from the helicopter crew. As the helicopter orbits the vessel, the pilot will give instructions
regarding PPE, antennas or other vertical obstructions, and he will be asking questions about how
many are on board, what the medical emergency might be, and the condition of the vessel (taking on
water? Mechanical issue?). Be familiar with the terms “Clutch Ahead”, and “DIW” (dead in the water).
The pilot will instruct the vessel what course and speed to maintain during the hoist operation. Check
for hazards that would prevent the vessel from maintaining course and speed until hoist is complete
(if found communicate them to the helicopter). When the helicopter is overhead it’ll be very noisy.
Therefore, hand signals between crew members must be pre-arranged. Brief your crew & passengers
about expectations & responsibilities.
PPE: Life jacket, goggles, hearing protection, helmet, and gloves. The former is a given. Everyone
must be wearing a life jacket (whether below deck or on deck). Goggles will keep water out of your
eyes (prescription glasses, though tempered, will allow water or foreign matter to get behind the lens
and into your eyes. Can’t see? You can’t work). Wear goggles made to cover prescription glasses.
You can spend $40 to $50 at a sporting goods store. Or, you can find the same thing on line for
around $13. Wear hearing protection (ear plugs) because it’ll be very noisy & they help keep water
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out of your ears. The helmet will help protect your head from swinging hoist equipment and/or striking
your head if you fall. The helmet could be a bicycle helmet, but you might like more protection down
the side of your head. Gloves will help protect your hands while handling the trail line. Be prepared to
get very wet during the hoist operation due to water spray from the helicopter’s downwash. You may
want to be wearing foul weather gear. Make sure all PPE or clothing items are not loose. The
downwash is very powerful. It can remove loose items and/or blow a person overboard.
Vessel Condition: Close/secure hatches and windows. Remove or secure everything on deck (e.g.;
fenders, flags, cushions, hats, chairs, tables, canvas covers, sails, paper, rigging/boom, dingy, & etc).
Lower/remove all vertical obstructions as instructed by the helicopter crew. This is critical because the
downwash from the helicopter can turn gear into projectiles and fill the air with water spray. Keep all
unnecessary people clear of the hoist area.
You Will Not Be Alone: Invariably, a hoist from a recreational vessel will include the lowering of a
Rescue Swimmer to the vessel first. He/She is a certified EMT. They’ll evaluate the injured person(s).
They’re trained to evaluate all vessel emergencies. They’ll call the helicopter for the best equipment
for the case. All instructions from the Rescue Swimmer MUST be followed quickly and to the letter.
During the hoist operation: Follow all instructions from the helicopter crew and Rescue Swimmer.
Be able to maintain the vessel’s course and speed the helicopter crew requires (the downwash will
affect control of the vessel). SAFETY is always the primary consideration.
Direct available lighting to illuminate the hoist area. Do NOT direct lights at the helicopter, use flash
photography, or fire-off flares (unless told to by the helicopter) as it will adversely affect the pilot’s
vision.
ALWAYS allow the hoisting device, cable, or trail line to contact (ground to) the vessel or water
BEFORE YOU TOUCH IT. A helicopter in flight builds up static electricity (you could receive a violent
shock).
ALWAYS TEND BY HAND any hoisting device, cable, or trail line. DO NOT ATTACH them to the
vessel or to you. NEVER attach, tie, or secure anything to the vessel/you that is also attached to the
helicopter.
ALWAYS keep the trail line and hoist cable clear of the vessel’s vertical obstructions.
ALWAYS wait for slack in the hoist cable before attempting to unhook or hook onto the rescue device.
This allows for relative motion between the helicopter and vessel.
ALWAYS unhook the rescue device from the cable before moving the device inside the vessel. Lay
the loose hook on the deck so it can be retrieved by the helicopter. Do NOT move rescue device
without prior agreement from the helicopter crew or Rescue Swimmer.
When the individual/device is properly ready to be hoisted give the “thumbs up” signal to the
helicopter’s hoist operator. Designate only one person to give hand signals to the helicopter.
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Tend the trail line or cable until it reaches the weighted end. Then toss it over the side of the vessel
on which the hoist was conducted, not upward to helicopter.
If either the vessel operator or helicopter crew feel the operation is unsafe then a breakaway should
be conducted:
Push/throw the cable, trail line, and rescue device overboard toward the helicopter.
Transmit the word “BREAKAWAY” via VHF radio.
Turn the vessel away from the helicopter.
Hopefully you will never be involved in a helicopter hoist. But now you have a better understanding of
how the hoist works. It is a fascinating operation to watch. KEEP SAFE.
Get a FREE Vessel Safety Check! Contact any of our Vessel Examiners or send an email to our
[email protected] VSC Chair P/C Jackie Smith at
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Safe Boating Through Education By Education Officer Lt/C Dan Leenhouts, SN/CN
Ready for some education? ABC Sessions: Begin Saturday Sept. 13 at Des Moines Classroom at 0800. Pass this on to friends
and relatives that love boating.
Elective Classes: Looks like the long a waited for Marine Navigation Systems is on for Oct 14 – Dec
30, 2014, at the Des Moines classroom at 1900. Sign up will be at the steak fry, general meetings or
contact me.
Advanced Classes: We will start with the Seamanship Oct 8 - Nov 19, 2014 (Wed) Des Moines
classroom at 1900. If you only have your ABC card or you have friends that are interested in
becoming better boaters this is where you should start.
Seminars: Craig Brown would like to share the Compass class and Michael Shays is looking forward
to the Tides and Currents. I have talked to Bob Anderson from Bellevue Sail and Power Squadron
and he has agreed to do the Border Crossing for us this fall. I hope to have these all scheduled by
next month. As I have mentioned in the past, if you are hosting a rendezvous, a seminar is a great
compliment to the whole weekend. Seminars are a great way to bring you up to speed on new topics
and refresh some old ones. Get involved and have some fun.
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Summer is over but fishing is heating up. So what can we do to be good stewards of our wildlife
resources. I have been talking to several resouces from the Washington State Department of Fish
and Wildlife to help me clear up some grey area’s in the regulations that we sometimes take for
granted.
Let’s take a look at crabbing. What if we ran across a crab buoy in the middle of the channel in 600
feet of water? Obviously the pot broke loose, drifted and was dangling 50 ft under the water creating
a navigational hazard. I was told under no circumstances can you pull some else’s pot. If there is a
phone number attempt to contact the owner but they must pull the pot. If no phone number on the
buoy call the non- emergency Poaching / Violations hot line 1-877-933-9847. Give the location and
description to the officer or if you get the afterhours recording do the same with your contact
information. If you have lost your pot or the weather was too rough then later found it and you want to
retrieve it but it would be out of season you can call 360-902-2936 before attempting salvage.
Unlike Canada, you can only have one pot per buoy. You may have as many crab pots on board as
you like but you can only use two per person. So, no going out by yourself the afternoon before and
throwing out 6 pots for you and your two buddies that will join you the next morning.
The next topic involves identification on the buoy. If
you had only 4 pots on board and let’s say 4 licensed
people. I had always changed the name and address
of the identification on the buoy as a limit was met
especially with shrimp for the next fisherman on board.
But I was told as long as the person whose name is on
the buoy is on the boat there was no need to change
names. This brings us to marking your crab cards
once you have opened the pot sorted and measured
the crab, before you move on to re-bait and reset your
pot you had better mark you crab card. If you don’t it
could cost you $99.00. All anglers are required to
return their cards by the due date, even if you did not
catch any fish or crab. If you don’t mail in or report
your catch online you will have $10.00 tacked on to
the price of the next fishing license you purchase.
I will keep you posted on other information on fishing
in Puget Sound or if you have a question please let me
know and I will try to find an answer. Good luck
fishing.
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Poverty Bay Sail and Power Squadron Education Courses 2014 / 2015
Date Location
ABC Sessions:
Sep 13, 2014 Des Moines (Sat)
Sep 27, 2014 Kent Commons (Sat)
Oct 11, 2014 Des Moines (Sat)
Feb 21, 2015 Des Moines (Sat)
Mar 14, 2015 Des Moines (Sat)
Apr 04, 2015 Kent Commons (Sat)
Apr 18, 2015 Des Moines (Sat)
May 16, 2015 Kent Commons (Sat)
Jun 6, 2015 Des Moines (Sat)
Jun 13, 2015 Kent Commons (Sat)
Contact Dan Leenhouts, SN
Squadron Education Officer
D/16 Education Seminar May 16, 2015
Advanced Grades:
Seamanship Oct 8 – Nov 19, 2014 Des Moines (Wed)
Piloting Jan 7 – Mar 11, 2015 Des Moines (Wed)
Advanced Piloting Mar 25 – Jun 3, 2015 Des Moines (Wed)
Contact Ron Davidson, SN
Chair of Local Board, Adv Grades
Elective Classes:
Marine Navigation Systems Oct 14 – Dec 30, 2014 Des Moines (Tue)
Engine Maintenance Jan 6 – Mar 3, 2015 Des Moines (Tue)
Marine Electrical Systems Mar 17 – May 12, 2015 Des Moines (Tue)
Instructor Development Apr, 2015 N.E. Tacoma
Contact Rick Edel, SN
Chair of Local Board, Electives [email protected]
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A VISIT TO AN EARLY POWER SQUADRON By P/C Roger Hunt, SN
In June, Gloria and I went on a sixteen-day trip to Portugal. Although there are many reasons to visit
Portugal, it has great significance as a navigational destination. It is a country that celebrates their
Age of Discovery and many voyages into the unknown. The Museu de Marinha (the Maritime
Museum) in Lisbon is a well-done display of ships and artifacts from Portugal’s many sea captains.
None was more prominent than Prince Henry the Navigator (1394-1460). He was the fifth son of King
Joao (John) I of Portugal and while his brothers became kings, he remained the scholar behind the
many voyages of exploration, which increased Portugal’s empire during the 1400’s.
Our favorite part of Portugal was the wind-swept cliffs of the very southern area, the Algarve. It was
here that we spent three day in Sagres. It is the southwestern most point of land in Europe. The
main attraction here is the remains of the Sagres Fort and the legendary site of the Navigators School
founded by Prince Henry. Here, he sponsored voyages by Goncalo Velho, who discovered and
claimed the Azores for Portugal in 1430 and Gil Eanes, the first European to pass Cape Bojador in
1434 .The four most well-known Portuguese explorers, Magellan (circumnavigator), Vasco da Gama
(found the sea route to India), Pedro Cabal (discovered Brazil), and Bartholmeu Dias (first around
Africa) all were believed to have studied here, although after Henry’s demise. It was the premier
school of its kind at the time. Cartographers and instrument makers were employed to ensure that
the latest technology of the time was available to the captains. In 1476, Christopher Columbus
washed ashore here after being shipwrecked by pirates. He later sailed with the Portuguese prior to
his voyages to the New World for Spain.
As we were wandering around, we came across an interesting monument that had an unexpected
personal connection. In the middle of a wide dusty courtyard stands a column with a cross on top
and a shield with the Portuguese Coat of Arms. Underneath that column is a plaque that states:
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THE
UNITED STATES POWER SQUADRONS
HONORS THE MEMORY OF
PRINCE HENRY THE NAVIGATOR
1394-1460
WHOSE SCHOOL OF NAVIGATION,
FOUNDED ON THE SITE, OPENED THE WAY
FOR WORLDWIDE EXPLORATIONS IN THE
GREAT AGE OF DISCOVERY
DEDICATED AT SAGRES
THIS TWENTY-SECOND DAY OF MAY 1965
WALTER J. SUTCLIFFE, N, CHIEF COMMANDER
A second plaque recognizes a re-dedication.
UNITED STATES POWER SQUADRONS
SECOND PILGRIMAGE TO SAGRES
TO HONOR THE MEMORY OF
PRINCE HENRY THE NAVIGATOR
16 SEPTEMBER 1987
RICHARD W.MINER, N, CHIEF COMMANDER
We were surprised, very delighted, and felt a great deal of pride in seeing that the USPS had a
presence for all to see at this important historic shrine to navigation.
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September Cheryl mc watters 2
Roger hunt 2
Joella mc camley 3
Jerry carbaugh 4
Xavier jeans 8
Dave white 9
Patti holmgren 9
Bob swarm 11
Eileen edel 17 October
Liz ellis 18 Chuck Laguna 1
Barry mcdonnel 20 Dave Sharp 3
George holmgren 20 Eva English 4
Sheila green 21 Arlene Swarm 8
Dayton frazier 21 Mike Shays 10
Ron schmolka 24 Don Hale 12
Donna parker 25 Rolan Jeans 13
Terry smith 29 Jolene Laguna 16
Greg Hader 19
Jackie Smith 19
Dan Leenhouts 20
Rick Edel 25
Shirley Rutkowski 25
Luke Curtis 26
Jane Ipsen 27
Gloria Hunt 28
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1. What affect does an opposing current have on wave length, and wave height?"
2. If your 19 foot boat did not have a capacity plate, what formula should you use as a guideline
to determine the person capacity of your boat?
3. How did the 'horse latitudes' (30° - 35° both N & S) get its name?
4. What is the penalty (in dollars and/or prison term), for transmitting obscene, indecent, or
profane language using marine radio communications? (U. S. Criminal Code)
5. If you are in VHF radio contact with the Coast Guard, they may direct you to switch to a
channel followed by the word "alpha". What does the "alpha" designation mean?
6. What is the name of the law used to determine the center of a low-pressure system from wind
observation? (when facing the wind, the center of low pressure is to your right in the Northern
Hemisphere)
So, how do you think you did? Check your work with the answers.
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The container vessel Svendborg Maersk, during very rough weather in
the Bay of Biscay, lost a significant number of containers over board.
On Friday 14 February 2014 the container vessel Svendborg Maersk, during very rough weather in the Bay of Biscay, lost a significant number of containers. The crew is safe and accounted for. Due to safety precautions it was not possible to assess the amount of lost containers before the ship was alongside in the port and daylight had broken. The vessel called the port of Malaga on Monday evening 17 February for re-stowage of the collapsed stacks and repair of various equipment hit by shifted containers. The following examination by cargo
surveyors onsite showed that around 520 containers have been lost over board. Around 85% of those lost containers were empty. Moreover, none of the containers lost over board held dangerous goods. Weather conditions at the time of the incident were severe with wind blowing 60 knots and waves reaching 10 m. Local maritime authorities were informed about the incident and nautical warning broadcasted about floating containers. Minor damages are reported to the vessel. The destination port was Colombo, Sri Lanka. “The total number of lost containers turned out to be even worse than we feared. Svendborg Maersk experienced extreme weather conditions, but also unexpectedly forceful impact on its movements. We will now carefully examine our procedures to see if they need correction in order to avoid similar incidents in the future. As of now we remain focused on supporting our vessel crew and are dedicated to getting correct information about lost or delayed cargo to our customers and ultimately get the ship back in service as soon as possible” says Palle Laursen, Vice President of Operations, Maersk Line. Maersk Line customers service representatives will keep customers informed of the status of their cargo as soon as it has been accurately assessed which units have been lost and which have suffered damages. Reported 19 Feb 2014
Image courtesy of maritime-connector.com
Contributed by Lt. Ron Davidson, SN – Editor
Image courtesy of Maerskline.com
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Technology Notes By Lt. Ron Davidson, SN
With the explosion of recent technology, it is not surprising that marine manufacturers are finding
new and innovative ways to bring it aboard our vessels. How about the capability to generate your
own custom charts? Here’s an example.
Navico, currently the world’s largest marine electronics company, and parent company to marine
electronics brands: Lowrance, Simrad and B&G, has developed technology that allows YOU to create
your own custom inland and coastal contour maps using data you’ve collected yourself using your
Lowrance, Simrad or B&G sonar. They call it Insight Genesis
You collect data onto an SD card in your sonar. Then, after you create a free Genesis account by
registering your name, address, and email, and using your computer, upload your data to the
Genesis cloud on the web. The Genesis software will then automatically generate a contour map of
your data that you can view on your computer. To use your contour map aboard your vessel, you’ll
have to subscribe to a “Premium” account to locate that great fishing spot or find the most favorable
spot to anchor!
To learn more about Insight Genesis click the image
Another similar product is offered by Hummingbird and called Hummingbird Autochart. Autochart is
proprietary software that uses your Hummingbird sonar data and GPS to build custom charts using
the Zero Lines map card ($99). You import the data into the Autochart PC program and the software
will generate your custom contour map. Once the data is converted, you export it back to the map
card and can display it on your compatible Hummingbird. There is no subscription required.
To learn more about Hummingbird Autochart click the image
Here’s another little technology tidbit: Cobra Electronics offers a handheld VHF radio that links to
your cell phone using Bluetooth technology! That means you can keep your cell phone safe and dry
in the cabin and use your VHF to receive cell phone calls while out on deck!
To learn more, click the image
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sailors who got stuck in the Bermuda-Azores high, often had to dump horses overboard to conserve
drinking water. 4) $10,000 and/or 2 years in prison 5) Alpha designates that your radio must be set on
"U. S." rather than "International" to receive and transmit. 6) Buys Ballot's Law
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