SSS Konocti PhoenixMeeting: November 3, 2010

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Meeting AgendaOpeningTraining

LectureActivityBreakLectureActivity

Skipper’s MinuteClosing

Meeting OpeningPledge of AllianceScout Oath

On my honor, I will do my best to do my duty to God and my Country and to Obey the Scout Law, to help other people at all times: To keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight.

Scout LawA Scout Trustworthy, Loyal, Helpful, Friendly,

Courteous, Kind, Obedient, Cheerful, Thrifty, Brave, Clean, and Reverent.

Sea Promise

THE SEA PROMISEAs a Sea Scout I promise

to do my best:

1. To guard against water accidents

2. To know the location and proper use of the Lifesaving devices on every boat I board

3. To be prepared to render aid to those in need

4. To seek to preserve the motto of the sea: Women and Children First.

Video

Sea Scouting Video – Chart a Course for Life

THE SHIP CODE

A statement of ideals and conduct developed and approved by the ship members (In addition to the Sea Promise ):

The means of upholding your ship’s reputation and traditions.

What members consider important as a group

Ideas that describe the ship’s purpose

A standard or goal for self improvement.

Ships Code1. Live by Scout Oath and Law2. Always be a role model showing how to be safe and responsible when on the water or

working around boats3. Do your best at all times4. Be Respectful at all times5. Inappropriate language is not acceptable at anytime6. Do not interrupt at crew meetings, if you have questions or comments you should raise your

hand.7. There will be no unnecessary physical contact between male and female officers and crews8. Work together as a team9. Always Dress Appropriately (Uniform)10. Crews members should make meetings and events11. The use and possession of drugs, alcohol, or tobacco will result in suspension from ship

activities12. Proper respectful behavior shall be shown to all adult officers.13. Work Parties are mandatory.14. Crew Members that work on events that earn money for the ship will be credited their

share for that event15. All Crew members that do not work on events that earn Crew money for outings will have

to pay the full amount necessary for that event.16. Allocations of funds from money making events are split 50/50 between the Crew members

and the ship17. I f a crew members makes a commitment, stick to it.18. Dues: $1 per week (Pays yearly Scout Council Registration and Refreshments)19. HAVE FUN!!

Setting the ExampleBring to Meeting

UniformPaper and Writing UtensilCalendarBookGood Attitude

Bring to EventsUniform of the ActivityWriting UtensilBookBag with GearGood Attitude

JO (Junior Officers)Be PreparedHave Meeting and

Activity PlannedSet the ExampleBe on Time

CrewFollow InstructionsTry HardShow InitiativeActing with MaturelyKnowing the JobAttitudeLook sharp, Be sharp

Boatswain

Boatswain’s Mate(Administration)

Boatswain’s Mate(Program)

SHIP ORGANIZATION

Skipper

Mate(Administrati

on)

Mate(Program)

Ship CommitteeChair

Ship CommitteeMembers

TreasurerPurser

Yeoman

Ship MembershipCrew Leaders

AppointedActivity Chair

Consultants

CharteredOrganization Rep

Chartered Organization

Program Planning

Best sources are Ship members

Program conferences & regattas

Sea Scout Manual

Program Capability Inventory

Program Planning Pattern SSM 59

Collecting Activities

Selecting Activities

Preparing for Activities

Checking on Detailed Plans

Conducting Activities

After Each Activity

Cruise & Superactivity Plans

Ship MeetingsTwo Types

QuarterdeckCrew

Usually during first week of each month at a regular time and place

Helps accomplish the basic objectives of Sea Scouting

QUARTERDECK MEETINGS

The quarterdeck meeting is a monthly business meeting of all the Ship’s petty officers

Quarterdeck Meetings

1. The Boatswain presides; the Skipper meets with the boatswain in advance to assist in preparing for it

2. All Petty Officers report at every meeting. This involvement of officers is absolutely necessary

3. The Ship program is planned and double-checked under the supervision of the Skipper and designated Mate

QUARTERDECK MEETINGSSuggested Agenda

1. Call to Order

2. Minutes of last quarterdeck meeting.

3. Report of Petty Officers – communications, membership, finances, boats and equipment, District and Council activities, past activities review.

4. Approval of Ship meeting Agenda.

5. Check of this month’s activity plans.

6. Program planning session or future activities.

7. Adjournment SSM 56.

SHIP MEETINGS

How often to hold them? What happens during a

meeting? Who runs the meeting? What are some of the items

that should be covered in a meeting?

What is the role of the Skipper and Mates at these meetings?

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SHIP MEETINGSSHIP MEETINGS

Opening Ceremony

Business Activity Closing

Opening Ceremony

Skills Business Activity / Game Closing

Activity Plan a

Meeting Who ? What ? Where? How?

SHIP MEETINGS

Groups of ? 15 mins Plan Your

Meeting Present to

Group

Break

Special Presentation

Karl – Brass Polished for 40ft

Pictures – YBI

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