Royal City Squadron

Events - 2006

February 8-12, 2006

Vancouver Boat Show

The Vancouver International Boat Show 2006 is upon us and as a member of Canadian Power Squadron through Royal City Squadron, we are please to offer you discounted tickets to this show. We will make them available to our membership at the next Boating Class night (see details below) and through our Commander Eleanor Hashimoto (contact details below). Tickets are discounted $4 off the $12 regular price - $8.00/ticket (taxes included). The number of tickets are limited so please try to pick up your tickets early.

Ticket Purchase Information

February 20, 2006

February Social

I am sure you are all thankful for coming out Feb 20 to enjoy our guest speaker Captain Allen O. Domaas of the Fraser River Port Authority. The Captain gave an awesome presentation packed with information, on a variety of local topics. He is a very busy individual, and I appreciate him coming out to speak to our group.

I look forward to seeing you all at our next function.

Regards,
John Ottens PRO

April 23, 2006

April Fun Golf

Fun in the Sun!

Thanks for coming out and participating in our annual Fun Golf at Country Meadows.

Congratulations to those who took part and achieved some great goals, and those who just came out and had fun.

Eleanor came in first for the women’s longest drive AND driving closest to the pin.

Iz for his success in driving closest to the pin.

And, Doug Kurek for men’s longest drive, narrowly beating his inviter, John Ottens.

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL!

Thanks again and look forward to seeing you all at our next event.

Best regards,
John Ottens P.R.O.

May 13, 2006

Change of Watch and Graduation Dinner

Royal City Squadron members, please join us for our Annual Change of Watch and Graduation Dinner.

Bent Prop Award

Your Commander is seeking a possible candidate for this prestigious award which could be presented at our May 13th Change of Watch to an unsuspecting member.

There are many stories “out there” of boating no-no’s, hilarious mishaps, and some not so hilarious.

Would you squeal on a fellow member? On your spouse? You darned right!

Send your story to Eleanor Hashimoto at ehashi@telus.net or by fax (604) 540-0852 complete with a detailed description of the happening. It must be a true occurrence.

A panel of judges will then make a selection of a worthy recipient.

May 20 - 26, 2006

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.

June 9-11, 2006

Pitt Lake Cruise

Royal City Squadron members, please join us for our annual Pitt lake Cruise at Christian Cove.
Enjoy a BBQ, Wiener roast, Bocce, Horseshoes and a Wellie Toss!

WOW! What a blast it was at Christian Cove on Pitt Lake!

We could not have asked for better weather!

A great time, mingling with friends and making new ones, while enjoying good food, drinks and the serene surroundings.

Most gathered around the fire in the evenings, joking and having fun. Some braver individuals went for a cool dip in the lake after sitting in the hot tub. We won’t mention any names.

Many of those who attended had an experience operating and or being a passenger on the infamous Wave runner.

You all remember the lightening bolt on water….lol.

Thanks to John and Sue for bringing it along for all to enjoy.

Bocce, Bocce, Bocce, that is quite the game. Well organized, and tons of fun. Thank you to those who were dedicated to making it such a good time for everyone. Congratulations, goes out to Sharon Allman and Iz Goto they are the new Bocce Champions for 2006.

Thanks to those who prepared the awesome dishes for the potluck dinner Friday evening. The barbequed steak and salmon with all the trimmings on Saturday were prepared to perfection.

Sunday we all had hot dogs cooked over the open fire, again with all the trimmings. Sue Ottens blessed some of us with her delicious Sambuca prawns.

Safe and happy summer boating to all, see you in September!

John Ottens P.R.O.
Cheryl Bornn

September 16, 2006

One Hour Harrison Lake Tour

Through Shoreline Tours & Charters (website: shorelinetours.net) we have booked a tour of Harrison Lake. For any members who wish to take part please see the information below. Space is limited so please book early to reserve your spot today. After the cruise, lunch and 9 holes of golf are available for additional cost for those who feel up to it.

On a glorious Saturday, September 16th morning @1100, twenty-two of us assembled at the marina in front of the Harrison Lake Resort & Spa and boarded the MV Laroan for a mini cruise on Harrison Lake.

We passed the famous Sand Castle exhibits on Harrison Beach, Killer’s Cove marina, and some nice waterfront estates before swinging over to Echo Island, and then heading back to the marina.

Following the cruise, we all went to the Old Settler Pub for drinks and a great lunch with a chance for further conversation and camaraderie.

Finally, nine of us went to the Harrison Golf Course to chase that little white ball around for 9-holes before departing for home.

The weather gods were certainly with us for this fun outing, and with great company it was agreed that we all had an enjoyable time and that we should have more squadron outings. (At the marina there were little round bumper boats – maybe a little competitive racing next time??). If anyone has any ideas for similar get-togethers, please contact Eleanor at (604) 522-3448, or myself at (604) 540-0852.

Respectfully submitted,
Lt/C Keith Davies

September 24, 2006

4th Annual Fish Fry

Royal City Squadron invites our members to our 4th Annual Fish Fry!

For those members who were unable to attend our September 24th annual Fish Fry – you missed a good one! What a fabulous afternoon of great weather coupled with the terrific Queens Park location in the woods.

58 members, their families and guests sat down to a great meal of fresh ling cod supplied through member, Ray Manseau and expertly prepared by “The F/F TEAM”, together with our signature French fries and for the first time, a nice coleslaw. General reaction was that “this was the best fish ever”! Thanks, Ray.

As always, your Bridge works very hard behind and at the scenes to provide these events. Special thanks to those members who shopped, prepared, cooked, served, and cleaned up for this special “do”.

We look forward to seeing everyone next year as well as to our other events throughout the year.

Respectfully submitted by
Lt/C Keith Davies
On behalf of John Ottens, PRO/Socials Officer

October 23, 2006

October Social

Royal City Squadron hosts Socials where you can find out the latest Squadron
news and enjoy meeting with other Squadron Members.
Boating presentations are usually provided by Guest Speakers.
Please join us for our upcoming October Social and enter to win a prize at our Change of Watch 2007!

December 11, 2006

Christmas Wine and Cheese Social and
Food Bank Drive

Here we are again, DECEMBER!

We look forward to seeing you all at our annual Wine and Cheese Social at Century House Dec 11 7:30 PM.Our guest speakers are coming to us from West Marine. They will be offering us information on docking and anchoring. There will be a great door prize also, donated by West Marine.

A couple of reminders,

1. Do not forget to put your name in the shoebox draw.
2. Open up your cupboards and bring something to help the Food Bank.

Best regards,
John Ottens
1st Lt. PRO/Socials

Royal City Squadron
New Westminster, BC
Commander: Keith Davies
Phone: 604-540-0852
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