Tonka Channels

Building on the basics taught in the various Boating Course, Seamanship is the recommended first course for new members, both power boaters and sailors. Students learn practical marlinespike, navigation rules, hull design and performance, responsibilities of the skipper, boat care, operating a boat under normal and abnormal conditions, what to do in various emergencies and weather conditions, nautical customs and common courtesy on the water. This is the only Advanced Grade Course that discusses the operation of small boats and provides the foundation for a rewarding educational experience for new and current members.

The class will meet at Peace Church from 1900 - 2100 each Monday.

Please email education@minnetonkaps.org if you plan to attend, so we know how many people to expect.

Saturday
Location: Streater Cove Island
Time: 1800 hours
Please join us on September Six when Jud will get his Curry fix…Come join him if you dare, five bucks a plate will get you there!

Hosted by several of our 2008 members
What: Eggs, sausage, fruit and caramel rolls. Coffee, juice and milk included.
Time: 8:30 am until the food is gone!
Please come, enjoy and meet some hard working new members.

All members who wish to purchase an Island sticker will need to pass the Seamanship course AND obtain a merit mark. The clock is ticking! Be sure to sign up for Seamanship this fall, and consider working toward a merit mark through any of our Squadron activities (fraternal, civic, and education). Please see the July/August TonkaNauts for more information on obtaining a merit mark.

The motion that was made and passed at the General Membership meeting in September 2007:

In order to be eligible for the privilege to apply for an Island Use Sticker (IUS) a member must earn at least one merit mark every two years; New members must attain the grade of Seaman within two years of joining, and current members who have not attained the grade of Seaman have two years to do so.

Streater Cove is protected by another security camera. Members can view the new camera by clicking on the “Island Webcam” link at right, under the “Pages” section.

The Executive Committee would also like to thank Jim Revane of the Island Maintenance Team for monitoring Streater Cove during the week. Word is getting out that trespassing will not be tolerated at Streater Cove.