Royal City Squadron

Events - 2004

February 16, 2004

February Social with Bruce Whittington

Bruce heightened our awareness of “do’s” and “don’ts” when we’re around birds, on land and sea. He shared his knowledge and identified many birds common to the West Coast. Brochures will be made available to Squadron members in the near future and one can obtain a copy at the June 5th Change of Watch Dinner.

Please note on your calendar that April 19th is our Annual General Meeting. Guest speaker will be announced at a later date so check your Mainsheet and our Website!

April 4, 2004

3rd Annual Fun Golf

Sunday, April 4, 2004 was a golfer’s dream of a day with sunny skies, a light breeze, and a course in great condition.

There were 18 Royal City Squadron members and friends who gathered under ideal conditions to enjoy the 3rd annual Fun Golf. Non-golfing spouses joined the group for dinner in the Clubhouse of Country Meadows Golf Course and amid much bantering about the prowess of (or lack of) individual golfers, and an enjoyable dinner, participants shared in prizes and a good time.

The invitation is already being extended to members and students for the 2005 get-together. Your Squadron looks forward to an even larger group at that time.

April 19, 2004

Royal City Squadron Annual General Meeting

Members, please take note that the Annual General Meeting of the Royal City Squadron will take place at:

Century House
620 8th St. New Westminster
1930hrs
Monday, April 19, 2004

Following the AGM will be our April Social featuring guest speaker John Horton C.S.M.A., F.C.A. Marine Artist

May 22 - 28, 2004

National Safe Boating Week
Five Top Tips for Boating Safety

These five simple steps will dramatically reduce your chances of being hurt or killed in a boating accident.

#1. WEAR YOUR LIFE JACKET!

Most people who are killed while pleasure boating drown—and most people who drown are not wearing a life jacket. When you capsize, collide, or fall overboard, there is rarely time to get to a stowed life jacket. Modern life jackets are smaller and more comfortable making it easier than ever to "Wear It!" at all times.


#2. STAY SOBER IN YOUR BOAT!*

An operator with a blood alcohol content above .10—(equivalent to consuming 5 beers in one hour for the average 180-lb. male)—is ten times more likely to die in a boating accident than an operator with zero blood alcohol. Stressors such as sun, vibration, noise, and other environmental elements affect the body more when you consume alcohol.

Boating while impaired is an offence under the Criminal Code of Canada. Operators with more than 80 milligrams of alcohol per 100 millilitres of blood are liable to be fined

#3. TAKE A SAFE BOATING COURSE!*

Seventy percent of recreational boating accidents are caused by factors that are controlled by the boat’s operator—such as failure to pay attention, carelessness, recklessness, inexperience, excessive speed, and failure to watch for hazards. Boating safety courses are available, inexpensive, and quick—a great way for you to learn safety and the rules of the road.

Boating Courses offered by Royal City Squadron .


#4. GET YOUR BOAT CHECKED!*

A Pleasure Craft Courtesy Check (also known as a Courtesy Examination) is a FREE service provided by the Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary to assist you, the owner/operator of a small craft (up to 65’ or 20m), in maintaining your vessel’s safety equipment at standards acceptable to the marine environment.

For more information about this free service, please see http://www.ccga-pacific.org/c-safety_03.html.


#5. BE AWARE OF CARBON MONOXIDE!

All boat engines produce Carbon Monoxide (CO)—an odorless, colorless, poisonous gas that can kill you in a matter of minutes. Boaters are killed every year because of improper cabin ventilation, poorly maintained equipment, and careless behavior. You do not have to be inside the boat to be at risk. Boaters have died from exposure on the swim platforms of their boats and in other areas where CO exhaust may accumulate or be emitted. Be aware of the early symptoms (irritated eyes, headache, nausea, weakness, and dizziness), and use CO detectors on your boat.

*Some modifications were made to provide Canadian content.

May 28 - 29 2004

Pacific Mainland District Annual General Meeting

This year Fraser Squadron is hosting the Pacific Mainland District AGM and Change of Watch.

See the Schedule of Events for what's happening Friday and Saturday.

Don't miss the Friday Night 50’s Cruising Party with Herbie & The Hubcaps.
Enjoy a Greek buffet dinner while listening to 50's and 60's Rock & Roll.

The AGM and Commander's Gala Ball will be held on Saturday.

Register for all events using this Registration Form.
*Note: This is not an automatic web registration form.
You will need to print and mail/fax it or save it and email it as an attachment.
Addresses are at the bottom of the form.

Register by April 24th to be eligible for the Early Bird prize draw.

For more information or a competition registration form, please see http://powersquadron.ca/agm.htm

June 5, 2004

Change of Watch and Graduation Dinner

Royal City Squadron members and families were out in record numbers for the 47th annual Change of Watch dinner and ceremonies. Thanks to Past District Commander, Norm Headrick and Mrs. Headrick, who were able to join us and to participate in congratulating our graduates and the Bridge.

The event was held June 5th at the Executive Plaza Hotel in Coquitlam and once again, many businesses were very generous with door prize donations that always round off the evening. Please support these businesses as they have supported us. Most of them are inundated annually with requests such as ours and each year, they come through with great products and services to enhance our evening. Congratulations to our winners!

Your new Bridge was inducted the same evening and was sworn in to continue their role to promote Safe Boating through education in the Boating Courses and to create and maintain a relaxed atmosphere for members to socialize and network.

Have a safe and happy boating summer!

June 11-13, 2004

10th Annual Pitt Lake Cruise

The Squadron Cruise to Pitt Lake will once again bring us up to Christian Cove in Pitt Lake.
*Harold Wright must receive a firm commitment prior to the cruise for all those planning
to attend to ensure the food can be organized.

Join us for Bocce, Horseshoes & Wellie Toss!

September 26, 2004

Royal City Squadron's Second Annual (Again) Fish Fry 2004

We were blessed with perfect weather on Sunday, September 26th and yes, again the power of teamwork and our camaraderie really shone through during preparation, execution and appreciation!

We also had a great attendance with 65 adults and 7 children comprised of Squadron members, family and friends!

The “Advance Team” of potato and dish preparation experts assembled at Harold Wright’s residence the evening before to do their thing.

The “Royal Team” started to assemble at Queen’s Park at noon on the 26th to handle the large task of set-up and prep for the event. The hardworking “Fry Team” of Al Cumiford, Harold Wright, and Eleanor Hashimoto were ready to serve around 3:00 p.m. as forecast. Many, many thanks to this team for a job well done. However, it was reported that by accident, and due to “getting the feel of the burners”, the first few pieces of fish evolved as a completely new cuisine ~ “Cajun Sushi”. Emeril has nothing on these folks!

Our thanks to Stan Giles, Jr. for the generous loan of your fry equipment for the event and many, many thanks to the preparation experts, assisters, servers, gophers, and clean-up crew. Everyone’s efforts are certainly appreciated and we were pleased to have the participation of new Squadron members, Menno and Rosemary Bos, John Otten, and Bruce Whittlesea who participated as members of our phoning committee.

Thanks again to everyone who came out to enjoy a fabulous September day with their fellow Squadron members, family and friends. We hope you enjoyed the fish and we look forward to seeing you next year.

October 18, 2004

October Social

The Royal City Squadron would like to invite our Squadron members out
for a social evening at the Century House in New Westminster.

	December 13, 2004 Christmas Social

The Royal City Squadron would like to invite our Squadron members out
for a social evening at the Century House in New Westminster.

Royal City Squadron
New Westminster, BC
Commander: Keith Davies
Phone: 604-540-0852
E-mail: info@royalcity.powersquadron.ca
Site created and maintained by: Leisa Blake
E-mail: webmaster@royalcity.powersquadron.ca

Last Update:
May 27, 2007