Seminar Series-Boating

USPS University is here with new programs targeted to a range of boaters and types of boating. The hallmark of this concept is the Seminar Series. These short seminars are targeted to specific topics and needs with a two-hour format, and valuable take-away guides. Each seminar provides credits toward the soon to be released Boat Operator Certification program, and credit toward elective courses. The first seven of these seminars are available now. Using VHF & VHF/DSC Marine Radio Using GPS How to Use a Chart Onboard Weather Forecasting Boat Handling under Power Sail Trim and Rig Tuning Paddle Smart Several more seminars are nearing completion and will be available soon: Knots for Mariners, Onboard Emergencies, Using Digital Charts, and Heavy Weather Sailing. You need to check the USPS website for seminars near you. The VBPS is looking into supporting theses activitys here in Indian River. For more information www.verobeachps.org/

Pelicans Life 2

Dear Friends,

I am doing some public relations work for the Vero Beach Power Squadron. If you want to find out more about them go to www.verobeachps.org/.

In my travels I get to take pictures to promote the VBPS cause and I use the photos occasionally for this very task.

I was at the squadron building, which is at the waters edge in the MacWilliams Park boat basis and I saw my friends (Mannie, Moe, Jack, Curly, Larry, Moe and friends), again. It seems that the pelicans gather here daily, to catch the fish remnants the fisherman throw away, at the cleaning area near the dock.

So here are a few pictures for your enjoyment.

Red, White and Blue

This is a two part blog. Part 1 comes from me, the VBPS and USPS. Part 2 was taken from http://www.usflag.org/colors.html

Part 1. Red, White AND Blue - The Vero Beach Power Squadron (VBPS) has a web page that has a blue background, white text letters and with red here and there. Check out the sight at www.verobeachps.org/


Part 2. - Red, White & Blue (taken from http://www.usflag.org/colors.html) What do the colors of the Flag mean? Sentimental writers and orators sometimes ascribe meanings to the colors in the flag. The practice is erroneous, as are statements on this subject attributed to George Washington and other founders of the country. The colors red, white, and blue did not have meanings for The Stars and Stripes when it was adopted in 1777. However, the colors in the Great Seal did have specific meanings. Charles Thompson, Secretary of the Continental Congress, reporting to Congress on the Seal, stated: "The colors of the pales (the vertical stripes) are those used in the flag of the United States of America; White signifies purity and innocence, Red, hardiness & valor, and Blue, the color of the Chief (the broad band above the stripes) signifies vigilance, perseverance & justice."

St Patricks Day Dinner

The Vero Beach Power Squadron Strikes Again. The St. Patrick's Day Dinner (SPDD) is coming your way Sunday March 16. Mark your calendar and get on board.

For more infor go to www.verobeachps.org, or call 772-978-6524 and talk to Bob, or email barbarascully@bellsouth.net...please include SPDD in the email subject matter.

One last option is to attend the Friday Night Social ( starts about 5:30) and meet some of the Vero natives who will be more than happy to enlighten you about the goings on at the club.

Did someone mention cornbeef and cabbage!
Where: Vero Beach Power Squadron at 301 Acacia Road, Vero Beach, FL
When: 5:00 p.m.
Event Dates: This event takes place on 3/16/2008.

Boaters BBQ

PLEASE COME AND HELP US CELEBRATE OUR ANNUAL
FOUNDERS DAY STEAK OUT SUNDAY 17 FEBRUARY
SOCIAL STARTING AT 1700 DINNER AT 1800
COFFEE, SODA, BEER AND WINE
DONATION 15.00 PP

BRING YOUR APPETITE AND BRING YOUR FRIENDS TO ULTIMATE STEAK OUT, YOU WON’T BE DISAPOINTED
HOSTED BY DOTTIE AND BILL
A SIGN UP SHEET IS POSTED AT THE SQUADRON BUILDING OR YOU CAN REPLY TO THIS EMAIL OR CALL DOTTIE @ 562-4348

WPTV CHANNEL 5 NEWS

From: "Debbie Batteiger"
To:
Subject: RE: YourHub.com: Bob Scully has sent you a link to a blog.
Date: Thursday, February 07, 2008 10:50:23 AM

Dear Mr. Scully,

Thank you for your recent e-mail regarding the WPTV calendar.

The WPTV calendar is composed of all weekend events included in the print calendars. To be considered for the print calendar, you must submit your listing under "EVENTS" on YourHub.com.

We do not guarantee a particular event will be aired on WPTV as the news producers have the final say as to what events are aired.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask. Thank you for posting on YourHub.com.

Debbie Batteiger
Indian River/St. Lucie County Community Journalist
YourHub.com
Scripps Treasure Coast Newspapers
phone (772) 978-2207
dbatteiger@yourhub.com
deborah.batteiger@scripps.com

Post your news and events on YourHub.com!
From: Debbie [mailto:barbarascully@bellsouth.net]
Sent: Thursday, February 07, 2008 7:58 AM
To: dbatteiger@yourhub.com
Subject: YourHub.com: Bob Scully has sent you a link to a blog.


Hello Debbie,

Bob Scully thought you would be interested in this link on YourHub.com. Have you posted something on your Hub lately?

Click the link to view: Boat Smart Weekend in Vero Beach $30.

Debbie, I would like to see the VBPS Boaters Class mentioned on WPTV News Channel 5. The class is scheduled for the weekend of 2/23 & 2/24. Regards, Bob VBPS Public Relations


Thank you!

YourHub.com

Raft Up

It can be fun. Join us.

More infor www.verobeachps.org/