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What's New
Commercial Fishing Vessel Examiner Training Scheduled for April
Next Commercial Fishing Vessel Examiner refresher and new candidate training is scheduled
for April 18, 2012. For further details on the program, go to
Marine Safety Commercial Fishing Vessel webpage.
[Posted: 21 January 2012, Sue Fry, DSO-MS]
PCA Training Fair Open to All Members
38th PCA Training Fair schedule and registration form is now available on line. All
members are welcome to register and attend any of the training classes. Registration early bird postmark by Jan 21st;
Final deadline is Feb 8th.
FLYER
[Posted: 13 January 2012, Mary Kirkwood, DCAPT-RBS]
January NORTHWIND Available
The D11NR e-Magazine is available on-line. This edition includes reports on Fleet Week
activities, Memorial Dedication Ceremony, SAR assist by helicopter and boat facilities,
interpreter support, and much more.
[Posted: 9 January 2012 Wesley Craig, DSO-PB]
D-TRAIN 2012 is now Ready for Registration
2012 D-TRAIN Registration Form is now ready and can be downloaded
here. Register and be part of this all member event. Visit our
D-Train Website for more details.
[Posted: 29 October 2011, Phil Sanchez, Event Planner]
AVIATOR DEBRIEF September 2011 Posted
In this issue, Bob Peterson described a recent air patrol for the Tahoe area Stand-Up Paddleboard (SUP) race.
Read "Air Patrol #187: Echo Area - Tahoe SUP Race"
[Posted: 4 October 2011, Larry Olsen, DSO-AV]
Date for D-TRAIN 2012 Changed to March 16-18 from March 23-25
Please re-mark your calendars! The Date for D-Train 2012 has been moved up to
March 16 - 18, 2012 and will still be held at the Fabulous Portola Hotel & SPA
in Monterey California. The Hotel reservation information is still the same except for
the date change. See
Hotel Registration Instruction Sheetfor further details.
Go to
D-Train Website for link to on-line registration,
or call the Portola Hotel & Spa at 1-888-222-5851.
All those early birds that have already made reservations should be contacted by the Hotel via
email noting the change as the reservations were automatically changed to the new date(s) and if
the new date dosen't fit in with your schedule please notify the Hotel.
[Posted: 21 September 2011, Phil Sanchez, Event Planner]
New District Board members for 2012
2012 District Captains were elected in the September District meeting. The newly elected DCAPTs are:
District 11NR: Mary Kirkwood, DCAPT
Rich Thomas, DCAPT
Curtis Han, DCAPT(e)
Division Commanders and Vice Commanders for 2012 are elected by their respective Division boards.
The newly elected officers are as follows:
Division 1: Simone Adair, DCDR
Richard Celia, VCDR
Division 3: Ed Kief, DCDR
Lonny Singer, VCDR
Division 4: Stephen Chan, DCDR(e)
Derek Chan, VCDR(e)
Division 5: Jim Blackburn, DCDR(e)
Tom Sarnicola, VCDR(e)
Division 6: Wally Smith, DCDR
Sean Sheehan, VCDR
Division 7: Mart Gardner, DCDR(e)
Mike Thompson, VCDR(e)
Division 10: William Correll Jr., DCDR(e)
Phil Grove, VCDR(e)
Division 11: Leon Borden, DCDR
Bill Stolz, VCDR
Division 12: Nick Tarlson, DCDR
Linda Haynes, VCDR(e)
[Updated: 24 October 2011, Joyce Bell, DSO-SR]
Construction of Auxiliary Memorial underway
Construction of the Auxiliary Memorial on Coast Guard Island has broken ground, and is progressing. A
dedicated group of Auxiliarists poured concrete for the logo on Saturday Sept 3rd.
For pictures of various construction phases, see
District Event Photo Gallery.
[Posted: 5 September 2011, Roger Haynes, VP-PCA]
D-TRAIN 2012 Hotel is Ready for Registration
[Posted: 9 August 2011, Phil Sanchez, Event Planner]
D11NR DIRAUX Customer Office Hour Changes
As of July 5, 2011, D11NR DIRAUX Customer Service hours will be changing from Monday-Thursday: 7a.m. to 4p.m., Friday: 7 a.m. - 3p.m. to Monday - Friday: 8a.m. to 4p.m.
For further info, see
DIRAUX Staff Office Hours Webpage
[Posted: 30 Jun 2011, Ivorita Perry, Auxiliary Affairs Specialist]
Updates on OTO Bulletin
Updates were posted on the Operations Training Officer (OTO) Bulletin on the D11NR Director's website. Topics discussed include
PPE and waivers, and Working with agencies outside the Coast Guard. Read
OTO Bulletin.
[Posted: 11 May 2011, CWO2 Danny Kilburger, USCG]
District OPEX 2011 Open to All Members
D11NR Operations Exercise (OPEX) will take place Saturday, July 16th,
Coast Guard Island, Alameda. This will include a water rodeo and
exercise, along with classroom instruction.
FLYER
[Posted: 19 May 2011, Dean LaChapelle, DCAPT-RES]
MAPS of Coast Guard Island Locations
The Regional Response Teams provide website maps of Coast Guard Island,
Alameda. Maps include directions to Gresham Hall Point Welcome
Room, Building 50, and Walking Distance Hotels. Link to the map
website is marked "NEW" on the district
website Link Page.
[Posted: 11 May 2011, Irene Wetzel DSO-CS]
AUX Chef Class Dates
The following are future Aux Chef class dates. There is one slot open for
each of the classes with the exception of the July 22-24th class, which has 4
slots open. If interested - contact Rich Thomas at
rthomas123@mchsi.com
2011
May 13-15th - Humboldt Bay
June 3-5th - YBI
June 10-12th - Station Monterey
July 8 -10th - Station Golden Gate
July 22-24th YBI
October and
November
classes to be arranged later if needed.
[Posted: 10 May 2011, Rich Thomas, DCAPT-SBP]
Scope Used When Anchoring
The definition of scope used when anchoring is the ratio of length of
rode to depth of water. The measurement of depth can cause
discussion. For clarification, read this extract from:
[Posted: 10 May 2011, COMO Mike Maddox, DSO-MT]
TUESDAY NITE LIVE is for Everyone
Tuesday Nite Live brings focus for New Members and Perspective Members.
All members are encouraged to attend the Webinar sessions for awareness
of information and to provide feedback.
[Posted: 05 May 2011, Rich Thomas, DCAPT-SBP]
Permanent Auxiliary Markings on Facilities
Now that boating season is here, time to check facility markings.
Any unit owned or privately owned facilities must be in compliance with
the Operations Policy Manual. Please read chapter 3 of the
Operations Policy Manual for clarification
of this policy. Also note that there is no provision for permanent
markings on a vessel owned by a member.
[Posted: 25 April 2011, Dean LaChapelle DCAPT-Response]
7012A Paddle Craft VSC Form Available
ANSC has commenced
filling recent back-orders for the new 2-part 7012A Paddle Craft VSC Form for use
with kayak, canoe, row boat, paddleboard or scull exams. Starting on
Tuesday 4/19 ANSC will accept minimum orders from flotillas
which did not have a pending order. If your FSO-MA or Flotilla Commander has not
yet received an order, please ask that they place an order ASAP. Back up
Division orders will not be filled until mid-May. Please be aware that if ANSC
has already shipped an order to your flotilla, the order will be canceled. In
addition, ANSC also reserves the right to adjust order quantities as necessary.
[Posted: 19 April 2011, Mike Lauro, DSO-VE]
District Website Navigation Information
All district
website pages are available within just two or three
clicks from the left menu. The left menu is similar to your computer
files, click on a folder and it opens up the content. The only
difference with the district website, when going to another 'folder', the
last folder closes.
The left menu also serves as modern website attribute of
a "crumb trail" with an arrow pointing to the current location. Along with
website design "good practices," our Search Engine is handy on every page
and a "Member Quick Link" box which leads. to the major Auxiliary services.
There are over 150 web pages on our district site. All
from the seven topic 'folders' on the left menu. SO, if not sure which
topic, GUESS & CLICK! There is a Site Map for each
folder.
Site Navigation
graphic information is now available from the top menu D11NR Home drop and bottom
menu banner.
[Posted: 15 April 2011 Irene Wetzel, DSO-CS]
Recognition of RBS and VSC Award Recipients
There is now website recognition for the RBS and VSC Award
recipients as part of the Vessel Examiner website. There are many new
subtle changes on the Vessel Examiner website, including a link to the RBS and
VSC Award page. This page will contain a permanent record of any RBS
Device award recipients since 2007 and a record of Vessel Examiner recognition
for the current year. To make certain a name appears, submit Form 7038 in a
timely basis through the IS chain for update at the end of each month.
Appreciation to Jan Jewell for this new feature.
[Posted: 13 April 2011 Mike Lauro, DSO-VE]
Cold Water Boot Camp
It is cold water that is a major contributor to recreational drowning
deaths year after year. Nine Boot Camp volunteers offered to ‘jump in
with both feet’ and experience first hand what happens in 6 degree
Celsius water. This new link offered on our website for boaters,
gives graphic information for boaters.
Visit:
Links for Boaters and Water Enthusiasts
[Posted: 12 April 2011 Denis Eaton, CTO]
Phone Numbers Automatically Posted on Websites
Flotilla/Division Elected Leaders and HR Officers phone numbers and
email address will be automatically posted on the WOW Websites as a
contact officer for perspective members. For many people, there is
a preference not to have a phone number displayed on a website .
To edit your preference, login to AuxDirectory and locate your
information. An EDIT button is available.
[Posted: 12 April 2011 Irene Wetzel, DSO-CS]
Units Using WOW
[Posted: 8 April 2011 [Posted: 7 April 2011 Irene Wetzel, DSO-CS]
Announcement: D11NR Online Store is OPEN
Online District Store is up and functional. The new site enables you to see
the product you are purchasing, eliminating order mistakes. You will receive a
confirmation email stating your order has been placed. As always, District Store
policy is to only ship orders that are complete, unless otherwise requested, and
bill upon shipping. Your credit card will not be processed until the product
goes out nor will your check be deposited until shipping. All instructions on
ordering and payment are on the website. We will be adding new products and
continuing to monitor the site over the next few weeks to make sure we haven’t
missed anything.
Online Store listed on this website left menu bar
under "Resources." OR
[Posted: 7 April 2011 David Talton, DSO-MT]
Public Education Material Orders
All PE orders should be placed using the information displayed on
the District Store website. However, the PE items are not yet linked to
the shopping cart. Orders can be placed via email by cutting and pasting
from the list of PE items on the website or by using the attached form.
Payment can be made by check or credit card.
[Posted: 7 April 2011 David Talton, DSO-MA]
2011 OPS & TCT Workshop PowerPoint
The new 2011 Operations and Team Training PowerPoint is posted for
viewing and downloading for unit training.
Visit Surface Operations . . . or . . .
Visit Forms & Downloads
[Posted: 6 April 2011 OMO Gail Ramsey, DSO-OP]
New District Survey Usage Now Available for All Units
To enhance our member services and our focus on missions, we now have a
service for gather input. Upon request by officers of any level,
an on-line survey may be created flotilla, division, and district
members. It is quick and easy, just complete the on-form and Human
Resource Staff will create the survey for usage:
Human Resource Form-1
[Posted: 6 April 2011 Rich Thomas, DCAPT]
Department of Boating and
Waterways (DBW) Material Availability
Department may no longer buy and distribute free
giveaway and gift items – such as key chains,
coffee mugs and squeeze toys, although 2010 items are still available
and may be ordered. For "gift" promotional items contact SO-MA or
DSO-VE. Publications continue to be available:
View Publication List &
Order Form
[Posted: 30 March 2011 Mike Lauro, DSO-VE]
Recognition During D-Train
Awards were presented to Auxiliary members for their volunteer services,
as part of the week-end activities, March 25-27 in Rohnert Park, CA.
The Saturday evening banquet was a gala event including a hilarious
vidio show and our district "actor" posing as General Patton. The
highlight of the evening was the
District Award Presentations for 2011.
[Posted: 28 March 2011 Irene Wetzel, DSO-CS]
D-Train Cribbage Tournament
Wayne Farnholtz is the 2011 Champion. He had the best record of
folks who played all participants. Congratulations!
[Posted: 28 March 2011 Rob Firehock, Coordinator]
District 11NR Mission Statement spirited by COMO Angelo Perata
The District Eleven Northern Coast Guard Auxiliary serves to provide
recreation boating safety throughout the lakes and waterways within our
region.
Our strong partnerships, preparation, volunteerism and proficiency are our
watch words for mission execution and support of the United States Coast
Guard.
Our Goal is to achieve safety on the water to the millions of public
citizens who enjoy boating in California, Nevada and Utah.
[Posted: 18 March 2011 Irene Wetzel, DSO-CS]
Aux Chef Training becomes immediate service in the Galley
REPORT BY Rich Thomas, DCAPT-SBT:
In light of the extreme tragedy this weekend with the earthquake in Japan as
well as the severe damage along the California coastline, let me bring some
lighter news for your day. Effective
Sunday
March 13th, District Eleven North accomplished the initial steps of the Aux Chef
program. At this time, the five instructor trainees completed the requirements
to become Aux Chef's as well as instructors for our district.
[Posted: 14 March 2011 Rich Thomas, DCAPT-SBT]
Homeland Security changing of Threat Level System
Due to the fact that a treat level varies due to a location setting,
such as an airport, the general threat levels is being retired.
For more information, visit http://www.dhs.gov.
Our district website now offers direct news feeds from Homeland
Security, visit
Security News Feeds.
[Posted: 31 January 2011- Irene Wetzel, DSO-CS]
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