Rose Festival Photo Highlights by Jonathan James

Post by Jonathan James.
Shipmates, here are a few slide show of Rose Fest highlights. I tried to cover Rose Fest from multiple angles this year, from the boat, the ICP and from the Seawall.

Here is the link to the Rose Festival Fleet Week collection. Please feel free to look around.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/20448908@N07/collections/72157630146789462/

Hope you enjoy.

The first slideshow was the set up of the ICP and the arrival of the
US Coast Guard Cutter Alert.





In this slideshow, we welcome the fleet and stand up the zone.



This set is from the Seawall at the Admiral's luncheon and SAR demo.

Member-Training Website

The member-training website known as the “U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Virtual Classroom” has moved to a new location, and is now called the “Coast Guard Auxiliary – Online Classroom”. The new link (URL) to the Online Classroom is http://classroom.cgaux.org.Members, member training officers, and unit webmasters should change all bookmarks, links, or other references to the old Virtual Classroom to the new site and address. 

All courses previously available in the Virtual Classroom should immediately be available at the new Online Classroom. Old user accounts and course completion history have been retired, as the new site uses automatically provides members with new and permanent accounts based upon the same Member Zone Credentials used for AuxDirectory, NTC, Webforms, etc. 

All Auxiliary members are encouraged to use the new Online Classroom. Support is available via the National Help Desk athttp://help.cgaux.org. 

Members should note that the on-hold “Auxiliary Mandated Training Program” courses as most recently referenced in ALAUX 011/11 (“Suicide Prevention”, “Privacy Awareness”, et. al.) will not be available on this new platform. 

Elected leaders: please forward this alert to your members, or refer them to the "What's New!" on the National Website (cgaux.org). 

[Source: Bruce Miller, CIO]

There will be an 8 hr TCT class on June 9^th from 0800 till 1700.

Location will be;

               American Legend Post #21

               126 N Atlantic

               McMinnville, OR 97128

 

Instructor is Danny Dail contact him @ 503-508-5020 and let him know if you are going to attend.

Or send an email to  Danny Eugene Dail<dcp6ddail@juno.com>

 

Journalism and Photography Workshop—12 May

Journalism and Photography Workshop—12 May

Who Should Attend the Four Sections?

PA, SR, CS, FC

You are Cordially Invited to Attend The First Annual

Division Seven Journalism and Photography Workshop

On Saturday, May 12, 2012

In the Conference Room (Training Deck)

Of Marine Safety Unit Portland

Beginning at 0830 - What You Need to Know about Publishing

At 1000 - How To Write Good...

At 1300 - How to See

At 1445 - You and Your Camera

Who uses writing in the Auxiliary? Everybody!

We all read and write emails, reports, letters, newsletter and blog articles, participate in

classes, etc.. Who could benefit from that writing being easier to do and more effective to

boot? Everybody, of course!

If you don’t have a position of responsibility just now, you will have one sooner or later, and how cool would it be if you

already had the tools to write when you first needed them.

Who uses a camera? Again, just about Everybody. How many of us have ever taken photographs at an Auxiliary activity? 

In time, that will be just about Everybody.

Pop Quiz!: Which is more fun, writing a good paragraph or taking a good photo? Easy, the photo. If I offer training to improve everybody’s photography. Our program should appeal to just about every Auxiliarist who hears about it, and our attendance should soar. If some of them also pick up the writing sessions all the better.

So, the First Session — What You Need to Know About Publishing will cover the technical aspects of writing for Auxiliary blogs, publications, etc.; including publishing and image processing software, legal issues such as copyright, model releases, personal data restrictions and operational security issues.

The Second, or Late Morning Session is titled:

“How to Write Good…” Here you will find good recipes for staff and leadership reports, newsletter articles, emails, blog and website pieces will be quite liberally sprinkled with writing hints and tricks to make anybody’s life easier. Still challenged by the title above?

Come and see. You’ll also learn which key on the keyboard is absolutely the most useful.

The Third, or Early Afternoon Session is: “How to See” and it begins the shutterbug’s sessions with lots of tricks and rules to improve what the photographer sees and can then capture in his image. The Auxiliarist/shutterbug will discover why and how in the past some of their photos looked better than others and how to improve all their images.

The Fourth, or Last Session is: “You and Your Camera” where we delve into all the technology, jargon, myths and voodoo of selecting and operating a modern digital camera. We will have on hand a number of experts, including many accomplished and published professionals in fields from videographer to camera repair, and a number

of highly advanced amateur photographers with some amazing talents to discuss. Practical information will be available to unravel the mysteries of shutter speeds, f/stops, ‘film’ speeds (or ISO) and Exposure Value (or EV); focal length, focus, depth of field and autofocus; spot, center weighted and field metering regions and how to get an incident meter

reading; automatic, programmed, aperture priority, shutter priority and manual exposure settings; telephoto, normal, wide angle and macro lenses; fill, bounce and direct automatic or manual flash; accessories like tripods, the chain-pod and hand-clamping; sunshades, UV, IR and Polarizing filters, and as much more as anybody can stand. We will have at least two professional level videographers on hand to offer insight on video do’s and don’ts. We’ll suggest how to safely clean your optics. We’ll even reveal the best, and also the cheapest camera accessory to make all your photos look better.

You can pre-order a paper copy of the entire presentation, with definitions of all the above terms, priced to cover the cost of printing.

Opening Day.

By Jonathan James, VFC 76

Today was the Opening Day regatta on the Columbia River. The weather held enough and did not rain which we all were thankful for. We had six vessels participate in the safety zone, led by Ken Babick as the Patrol Commander who did an outstanding job of coordinating our efforts. Our primary tasking was to keep station at specific locations to keep a watch on spectator craft and to stand by if help was needed. The regatta was conducted without any serious issues and all vessels finished the parade without any mechanical failures. This was great as this was the first time out all season for a lot of the participants. The regatta was concluded with the pass and review of Auxiliary vessels who, of course, looked great.

Here is a slide show of the parade. Hope you all enjoy.  

                                   

Here is the link to the photo page so that you may download as you like. Remember, when taking pictures while conducting auxiliary activities these photos are public domain and may be used and reproduced without permission or fee.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/20448908@N07/sets/72157629974134457/with/7146539133/

2012 PNW Sportsman's Show Schedule and Watch Standing

Shipmates,

It is again time for the second of our major show events of the year - the 2012 Pacific Northwest Sportsman's Show. This show is an outstanding opportunity to spread the Recreational Boating Safety message, attract participation in our classes, schedule VEs, raise the profile of the joint Coast Guard/Auxiliary team and speak to potential new members.


The main show days are Wednesday, 08 FEB to Sunday 12 FEB 2012.

I encourage each of you to participate in at least one shift and, as your schedule permits, serve multiple shifts.

Signing up for watch standing:
For the last two years we've used an online schedule and email approach which worked well and we'll replicate the process this year.

• Review this schedule for open watches 
• Send an email to rrivera@pcc.edu with the your availability and preferences. If your schedule is flexible please indicate that is the case. 
• You selections will be updated into this schedule upon receipt and will display in this post. 
• You will receive a confirmation email within a few hours 
• You will receive a reminder email the day prior to your watch(es).

If the watch bill does not show above visit this link.

Division Meeting Photo Highlights

Shipmates, here are some photos from the Division meeting tonight. Great job George and Brad, a great start to the year.

Congratulations to Matt Epstein, Diane Epstein, and Mary Megrant who received their AUXOP device for completing the multiple required tests and qualifications.



Photos by Auxilirist Jonathan James

Division Training

Shipmates
Division training this Saturday January14  is P-6 De watering Pump and Fuel Dock Training
The fuel dock training is required for all coxswains participating in Rose Festival.
All crew candidates attending the Crew Academy should also attend. Training starts at 0800.
Bring your PFD as you will be on the dock.
The Crew Academy starts Tuesday January 17, if you need some extra training for your tri annual review you should be attending.

Shipmates,
2012,  We are off and running at the srart of a new year.  The Boat Show starts Wednesday, please check the schedule to make sure you cover your shift. If you have not signed up for a shift please check the schedule yo see if there is a spot left you can help fill.
On my way home from the Change of Watch Saturday I was thinking what an outstanding new Bridge and Staff the Division has, I am looking forward to working with all of you in serving our shipmates.
This is going to be a fantastic year with all of us doing our part.

" Leadership is action not a position"

Brad Schuldt
DCDR 7

Thank You

Shipmates,
Happy 2012. As we look ahead to new year of Auxiliary activity I wanted to take a moment to thank you for your service over the past two years. It has been an honor to serve with each of you and to lead Division 7. I look forward to continued success for the Division under the leadership of Brad, George and our new Bridge.

As always please be safe out there and look to the safety of your shipmates,
Daren


Daren Lewis
Immediate Past Division Commander
Division 7, 13th Coast Guard District


Please join us on Saturday, January 7th at 1400 (2 p.m.) for the Division Change of Watch at MSU Portland.

The Officers of Division 7 -

U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary District 13 

request the honor of your presence at our 

Change of Watch

at two o’clock, Saturday afternoon,

the seventh of January

two thousand twelve

at United States Coast Guard Marine Safety Unit Portland

We will be joined by our District 13 Commander 

Rear Admiral Keith Taylor (bio)

Dress: Service Dress Blue, Winter Dress Blue or Tropical Blue

Civilian Guests: Appropriate Attire

Refreshments will be provided by Division 7 following the ceremony

Please take a moment to RSVP so we can assure adequate seating. Guests are welcome.

RSVP link: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dG9zWURYcjVEU2hWbVFYUHdNdGFJNVE6MQ

Holiday Greetings

Jeanie and I would like to wish you and your families a very safe and Happy Holiday Season.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

See you at the Change of Watch January 7, 2012

Brad Schuldt

Division Commander 7

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

Jeanie and I would like to wish you and your families a very Safe and Happy Hoilday Season.

 

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

 

Brad Schuldt

Division Commander 7

Intent To Teach

FSO-PE please use this new form to announce your class on the Public Education Calendar Database     


http://wow.uscgaux.info/PE_signin.php

2012 Portland Boat Show Schedule and Watch Standing

Shipmates,

It is again time for the first of our major show events of the year - the 2012 Portland Boat Show. This show is an outstanding opportunity to spread the Recreational Boating Safety message, attract participation in our classes, schedule VEs, raise the profile of the joint Coast Guard/Auxiliary team and speak to potential new members.


The main show days are Wednesday, 11 JAN to Sunday 15 Jan 2012.

I encourage each of you to participate in at least one shift and, as your schedule permits, serve multiple shifts.

Signing up for watch standing:
For the last two years we've used an online schedule and email approach which worked well and we'll replicate the process this year.

• Review this schedule for open watches 
• Send an email to rrivera@pcc.edu with the your availability and preferences. If your schedule is flexible please indicate that is the case. 
• You selections will be updated into this schedule upon receipt and will display in this post. 
• You will receive a confirmation email within a few hours 
• You will receive a reminder email the day prior to your watch(es).

If the watch bill does not show above visit this link.

The Coast Guard Ethos

From: Papp, Robert ADM
Sent: Wednesday, November 30, 2011 12:53 PM
Subject: The Coast Guard Ethos

Shipmates,

This message announces the release of the Coast Guard Ethos to reflect the enduring values and character of Coast Guard men and women in the active, reserve, civilian and auxiliary force.  It pays homage to our long line of proud Coast Guardsmen and sets the standard for the men and women who serve today, and will serve in the future.

Earlier this year, a senior-level work group convened to examine the Guardian Ethos and determine whether adjustments were needed to make the ethos a more enduring service charge.  The work group recommended minor changes to the existing language.  After consulting with the Master Chief Petty Officer of the Coast Guard and other senior leaders, I approved the change.  The resulting Coast Guard Ethos will serve as an enduring statement of the fundamental character and spirit of our Service in a way that honors our profession and affirms our distinguished heritage.

The Coast Guard Ethos: I am a Coast Guardsman. I serve the people of the United States. I will protect them. I will defend them. I will save them. I am their shield. For them I am Semper Paratus. I live the Coast Guard core values. I am proud to be a Coast Guardsman. We are the United States Coast Guard.

The Coast Guard Ethos will replace the Guardian Ethos effective December 1, 2011, at Training Center Cape May, USCGA and OCS.  Coast Guard Recruiting Command will transition from existing materials as they are expended to the new Coast Guard Ethos.  All Coast Guard units and offices shall discontinue use of displays and materials featuring the Guardian Ethos by July 1, 2012.

A digital version of a Coast Guard Ethos poster for local printing is available at http://www.uscg.mil/top/about

Stand a taut watch,

Admiral Bob Papp                        Master Chief Michael Leavitt
Commandant                              Master Chief Petty Officer of the
Coast Guard

2. The purpose of this list is to keep Auxiliarists as well as all other interested parties abreast of current developments, policies, manuals, etc. All information contained herein and linked is OFFICIAL policy and information.

3. Internet Release and Distribution is Authorized.

4. CG-5421 sends