Bravo Zulu 2017 USCGAUX 1st Q F-17 Newsletter is a Quarterly Online USCG Auxiliary Flotilla Publication containing articles and events, Marine Safety Missions, Recreational Boating Safety, Team Coast Guard-Joint Missions and Training with USCG Active, Reserves, and the USCG all volunteer Auxiliary of over 28,000 nationwide members who support and augment the active U.S. Coast Guard in many of their missions and jobs in protecting, educating, as well as safety prevention in support of saving lives and protecting the public, commercial fishing operators, recreational boating public, our marine environments and preventing pollution incidents impacting US ports and waterways

1. Bravo Zulu
Flotilla 17, Point Bonita District 11NR-Division 1
United States Coast Guard Auxiliary
Point Bonita Light House –San Francisco Bay, Aerial Photo: Roger Bazeley FSO-PA
QUARTERLY NEWS
1st
Quarter 2017
Flotilla 1-7

2. Table of Contents
Staff and Contributors
Editors: Bravo Zulu 2017
FSO Publications – Cynthia Dragon
FSO Public Affairs – Roger Bazeley
Creative Staff: Design, Layout
Roger Bazeley and Cynthia Dragon
Advisory Staff Officers:
Commander William Burns, 2017 FC
Robin Stewart, 2017 FSO-SR,
Asst. Editor
Article Contributors Q1:
Roger Bazeley FSO-PA
Cynthia Dragon FSO-PB
Arlene & Glenn Huber, Global Cruising
Vivian Matuk CA Boating – Dockwalkers
John Sasso SO-PA, ADSO-PA AUX-MU
Commandant Admiral Paul F. Zukunft
Photography Contributors Q1:
Roger Bazeley FSO-PA F1-7
Gail Giacomini DSO-PA D11N
Cynthia Dragon FSO-PA F1-7
Glenn Huber F1-7 Sailing Correspondent
Arlene Huber F1-7 Travel Correspondent
John Sasso SO-PA, ADSO-PA AUX-MU
Articles + Content
USCG Auxiliary Remembers Pearl Harbor 75th
By Roger Bazeley BA-NAVEX
2016-17 Flotilla Change of Watch
By Cynthia Dragon & Roger Bazeley, Photos
NACON 2016 PHOENIX, Arizona
Roger Bazeley, Reporter, AUX-MU Participant
Sailing in Other Waters – “Finally on Our Way”
By Arlene Huber & Glenn Huber + Photos
PUBLIC OUTREACH
MEMBERS DECK
CALENDAR – Events Schedule
MEMBER TRAINING – “Diversity”
TEAM COAST GUARD – Marine Safety
MEMBER of the QUARTER
REMEMBERING
Franz von Uckermann
ETHOS – Leadership & Policy
Admiral Paul F. Zukunft, USCG Commandant
COVER: Bravo Zulu 2017
Point Bonita Photo – Roger Bazeley

3. USCG Auxiliary Remembers Pearl Harbor 75th across the USA
USCG Station Maui, Pearl Harbor Oahu December 6-13 2016 – Roger Bazeley BA-NAVEX
United States Coast Guard –Station Maui with 2 45’ Response Boats – Dec 7, 2016
While on a recent photography trip to Maui and Oahu, Hawaii covering the 2016 Honolulu
Marathon, I visited USCG Station Maui on December 7th
the 75th
Anniversary of Pearl Harbor.
Station Maui is staffed by 20 USCG and also is augmented and supported by the USCG
Auxiliary in various areas of RBS to manning the watch station/communications. The current
BOIC is BMC Ekahi Lee for Station Maui. On December 7th
Auxiliarist Denise Ankrum was
manning the watch station was a DCAP Response from Flotilla 140-03-26 and had over 20
years of volunteer service. Her spouse is also serving as a USCGAUX COMO for the District.
Denise was exceptionally informative about Maui and the response station activities and the
Auxiliary’s support activities. Great place to volunteer if one choses to live or retire on Maui.
Auxiliarist Denise Ankrum DCAP Response, Flotilla 140-03-26 Maui – Photos: Bazeley

4. Pearl Harbor, Hawaii December 7, 2016, Honoring Day of Remembrance with
Auxiliary Participation and Public Service – Roger Bazeley USCGAUX PA
75
th
Pearl Harbor Day Memorial – Day of Remembrance – Photos: Roger Bazeley
Visiting for the first time the USN Arizona Memorial and the associated Battleship row
memorials is an experience beyond words in reflecting upon the sacrifice and
circumstances of the United States entry into World War II. It seems very appropriate
that the start and finish of the Pacific War with Japan was represented by the USN
Battleship Arizona Memorial and the current berthing of the USN Battleship Missouri
where the surrender documents were signed by Japan.
Arizona Memorial wall with names of lost crew members – December 7
th
Wreaths – Photos: Bazeley

5. D11N Honor Guard at Pearl Harbor 75th
Anniversary Parade, Honolulu Dec 7, 2016
Various National events were supported by USCG Auxiliarists including 16 members of
the D11N Honor Guard who traveled to Honolulu for commemorating the 75th
anniversary of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. Auxiliarists Duane L. Blackwell and
retired Superior Court Judge Chester Richard Bartalini were among those who
participated in the “National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day Parade” held in Honolulu
including active duty Coast Guard members Cmdr. J. Andrew Williamson mentor and
Honor Guard Instructor and Lt. Ernest “Ernie” Saponara. The USCG Auxiliary Honor
Guard’s District 11 North, encompasses Northern California, Nevada and Utah.
D11N Honor Guard at Auxiliary 2016 Annual Remembrance Day – Chester Bartalini,
Bugler, Photos: Roger Bazeley USCG-AUX PA
The total list of participating USCG Auxiliary D11N Honor Guard members consisted of
four sentries and twelve banner and flag carriers marching in the Honolulu National
Pearl Harbor Remembrance Parade were: HG Captain Tracy Schultz, HG Captain Elect
Chester R.Bartalini, Chief Duane Blackwell, Rick Scheuerman, Geoegie Scheuerman,
Tamara Badano, Michael Badano, George Rogers, Steve Bustin, Karen Yoder, Kathy
Boyle, Jerry Gillgren, Scott Cassell, District Captain Christopher Ware, Gold Side
members, Commander J. Andrew Williamson & Lieutenant Ernie Saparno.
The D11N Honor Guard has participated in Alameda’s Fourth of July Parade, San
Francisco Veterans Day Parade and the Fresno Veterans Day Parade. Other events the
honor guard has participated in include: various memorials, changes of watch,
retirements, ship christenings, Memorial Day services, professional sporting events
Santa Cruz Harbor’s 50th Anniversary and other special ceremonies.

6. DATELINE: Dec. 7, Long Island, NY, USCG Auxiliary Band Flotilla 22-7 performed
at the American Air Power Museum for the 75th Anniversary of Pearl Harbor
*USCG NY Auxiliary Band Flotilla 22-7 Event Report Content and Photos contributed by
John Sasso, SO-PA, Div22, ADSO-PA AUX-MU Program, and BA-ACMA
On the East Coast of the United States members of the United States Coast Guard
Band Flotilla 22-7 performed and participated at the American Air Power Museum
located in Farmingdale NY, on the 75th Anniversary of Pearl Harbor.
Long Island, NY USCG Auxiliary Band Flotilla 22-7 Musicians-
Photo: John Sasso SO-PA, ADSO-PA AUX-MU
“At the ceremony, the Air Force Association, also unveiled a plaque commemorating the
20 years tradition of the "Dropping of the Roses over the Statue of Liberty", one rose for
each year since Pearl Harbor. The newly dedicated large bronze plaque illustrates the
history of the "Roses" tradition, with embossed pictures of the men, women,
participating organizations, and historic events.” John Sasso SO-PA, Div22
Auxiliarist Lou DiLeo Singing National Anthem – Auxiliarist Lee Dash Performing Taps
Photos: John Sasso SO-PA, Div22, ADSO-PA AUX-MU Program

7. “Listed on the far right is, among others, is the Coast Guard Auxiliary Band for its
musical contributions. In the bottom center etched forever is a photo of Auxiliarists Lee
Dash, VFC, performing taps as Auxiliary Band members Walter Whelan, Steve Dejuri,
John Doyle and Richard Toscano at attention in background.” John Sasso SO-PA
Pearl Harbor 75th Memorial Plaque – with USCGAUX Band Flotilla 22-7 Contributions
Flotilla 1-7 Point Bonita YBI-D11NR
Change of Watch 2016-2017
USCG Auxiliary Flotilla 1-7 District 11NR held its annual Change of Watch
Dinner with the swearing in of its new elected and staff officers at the Basque
Cultural Center, in South San Francisco.

8. San Francisco, Calif.—Flotilla 1-7 Change of Watch dinner and awards started off
with a welcome from out going Flotilla Commmander Joel Hammer and followed
by the pledge of Allegiance, and the introduction of Bill Burns the 2017 elected
FC. Several members retired and our beloved Franz passed over the bar in 2017.
Remembering Flotila 1-7 Auxiliary Member Franz von Uckermann…
Flotilla Members, Spouses and Guests that attended 2016 COW (Left Side Table)
Franz von Uckermann – Fifth from left with Pat by his side – Photos Roger Bazeley
Flotilla Members, Glen and Arlene and Spouses and Guests (Right Side Table)
The appointed 2017 staff officers and their postions include: Desmond Thorsson as
FSO-CS Communications Services and FSO-CM Communications, Simone Adair
as FS-DV Diversity, Bart Rugo as FSO-FN Finance, Joel Hammer as FSO-HR

9. Human Resourses and Joshua Dillard FSO-IS Information Systems, Gerald Norton
as FSO-MA Materials, Roger Bazeley FSO-MT Member Training and Bruce
McPhillips as FSO-PE Public Education, FSO-NS Navigation Services TBD, Sue
Fry FSO-OP Operations, Roger Bazeley FSO-PA Public Affairs, Bruce McBride
FSO-PV Program Visitors, Cynthia Dragon FSO-PB Publications, Robin Stewart
FSO-SR Secretary of Records, and Bill Bermudez FSO-VE Vessel Examinations.
Celebrate 2016-2017 Renewal
Flotilla 1-7 2017 COW held at South SF Basque Center – Photos: Roger Bazeley PA
Joel Hammer & Cynthia Dragon - Joel Hammer Presents Flotilla Award to Roger Bazeley

10. Coast Guard Auxiliary 2016 NACON Phoenix, Arizona
By Roger Bazeley FSO-PA F17 D11N, August 24-28
NACON 2016 in Phoenix -- This year’s convention was held at the beautiful Arizona Grand Resort and
Spa, and had a lot going on – from informative workshops to some great networking opportunities, along
with a chance to get a behind-the-scenes view of the Auxiliary National organization at work.
Arizona Grand Resort, Phoenix Exterior View toward Scottsdale, Interior Lobby Grill Phoenix Mural
Activities beyond classes and leadership meetings included networking with International CG
Auxiliaries from Australia, Dominican Republic and the Philippines as well as National
Auxiliary leadership working in the areas of International Affairs outreach and interpreters corps.
There was an impressive collective of active Coast Guard Admirals from USCG Commandant
Admiral Zukunft and his dedicated incredible staff of Aides and support staff including our own
dedicated national leadership from Public Affairs to Operations/RBS. The opportunity to witness
the election and appointments of the new 2016-2018 “National Bridge” (Auxiliary National
Leadership) at the Opening Day Ceremony was impressive, to all. (NACON Photos: Roger Bazeley)
NACON Opening Presentation of Colors, Lou DiLeo-Auxiliary Musician, N.Y. Band Singing Nat. Anthem

11. Remembrance Bell Ringing for Auxiliary Leadership, NACON Leadership – Pledge of Allegiance
There were other opportunities of meeting and mixing with Auxiliary Leadership at the
International Luncheon, the Friday night buffet Connor Stone dinner with a “Patriotic
Theme”, and Saturday night’s Commodores Banquet. Our District Eleven North was well
represented by many of our top Auxiliary leadership including Pacific Area Deputy National
Commodore Rod Collins, Pacific Area National Commodore Rich Thomas, Deputy Chief of
Staff Wally Smith D11N, Capt. Mary Kirkwood D11N, and many others including active
Pacific Command, District Coast Guard, and DIRAUX.
NEWS from Flotilla Members Sailing in Other
Waters: Arlene and Glenn, “Finally on our way…”
By Arlene & Glenn Huber, USCGAUX Flotilla 1-7
“Sailing in the Caribbean - it took over 4 months to get our boat system
operational…” Glenn and Arlene

12. It took 4 1/2 months to get our boat system dialed in. We had been waiting for the charter
company to replace our freezer and it took them this long to get a new one from Italy. Then
we met with our electrician who installed a "Watt Wizard" that tells us how much our
solar panels are producing and also displays the current state of our batteries so we know
when we need to charge them. He fixed bad wiring that he found along the way and also
installed two little computer fans that draw hot air from behind our fridge and freezer and
vents it outside the boat. This makes them work more efficiently. The final step was to
install our AIS system. This shows boats headed your way which will pass within a
predetermined safety zone around you. This came in handy when we left BVI on the
overnight trip to St. Martin. We monitored the weather and left when we had flat seas and
light winds. St. Martin is directly into the wind from BVI so you have to motor-sail the
whole way. We took two hour shifts and arrived 16 hours later at Marigot Bay.
Sun setting over BVI behind us ------- Love locks on the new bridge – Photos Arlene
We've been here for a week enjoying the French breads and cheeses. We dug out our
folding bikes and rode to Maho Bay which is a small beach directly in the flight path of the
airport. They practically land on the beach. It's become very popular with the tourists.
When a plane takes off, people cross the street, hang onto the fence and get blasted with the
exhaust of the jet engines. I took my shots from a safe distance.
It’s become very popular with the
tourists. When a plane takes off, people
cross the street, hang onto the fence and
get blasted with the exhaust of the jet
engines. I took my shots from a safe
distance.

13. Paying Bills Caribbean Style – Glenn and Arlene’s Laguna 400 Catamaran
It's not so easy getting access to secure Wi-Fi. We had been to a Vietnamese restaurant
and used their Wi-Fi when we had lunch one day. So we figured we'd go back again
Sunday so I could do my online banking. But they were closed. The only way I could get a
strong enough signal from them was to hold my laptop right up against their window and
type with one hand. Today we're off to St. Bart's and then Antigua which will be another
overnight crossing. I'll keep you posted. ARLENE
PUBLIC OUTREACH
Flotilla Members Volunteer for RBS and Dockwalkers Program at the
April 2017 STRICKLY SAIL BOAT Show at Richmond, CA
Dear Boating Partners and Dockwalkers:
On behalf of the California State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW),
the California Coastal Commissions (CCC), and the (SFEP- DBW Clean Vessel Act
Funding Program) and the US Coast Guard Auxiliary we would like to thank you
again for your help during the 2017 Pacific Sail & Power Boat Show.
Thanks to you, we were able to conduct face-to-face boater education. We shared
clean and safe boating information with 250 boaters and distributed 221 boater kits
and 300 San Francisco and Delta Clean Boating and pump-out maps, among other
important information. In addition, we were also able to discuss important topics with
current and future boat owners such as clean boating, safety, and the new California
vessel operator card. ------- Vivian Matuk Environmental Boating Program Coordinator
California State Parks Division of Boating & Waterways California Coastal Commission

14. Flotilla Members Volunteer for RBS and Dockwalkers Program at the April 2017
STRICTLY SAIL BOAT Show at Richmond, CA, and PDF Educational Instruction
and Demonstrations for “Splash Week” (Photos: Roger Bazeley USCGAUX-PA)
Boat Owners being Educated and Informed about new CA Boating Laws by USCGAUX Volunteers
Gale Giacomini, Tommy Holtzman, Carlene Johnson, Virginia Luchetti, Doug Beckstein, John Bogert
San Rafael-Marin Community YMCA SPLASH SAFETY Event Presentation by USCG Auxiliary
Gail Giacomini, Michael Mitchell, Jim Losi, Carol Paz, Tommy Holtzman, Roger Bazeley…

15. MEMBERS DECK
FYI: Boat Operators
CALIFORNIA BOATER CARD INFORMATION
Beginning January 1, 2018, operators of motorized vessels will be required to
possess a California Boater Card.
COAST GUARD AUXILIARY classes meet the boater safety education
requirement! If you successfully completed the BOATING SKILLS &
SEAMANSHIP or ABOUT BOATING SAFELY courses in 2015 through
2017, you have, or will have, satisfied the State requirement and will have six
months (until 30 June 2018) to apply for the Boater Card.
Specific Detailed Requirements and additional Information is available from
the California Department of Boating and Waterways:
CALENDAR:
APRIL 15 2017 – Flotilla Meeting, YBI IOC Bld. R 100, 10 AM
MAY 20 2017 – Flotilla Meeting, YBI IOC Bld. R 100, 10 AM
MAY 20-26 2017 – National Safe Boating Week, Richmond Yacht
Club (Contact: Charles Warren Charles@charlesbwarren.com
JUNE 17 2017 – Flotilla Event: SF Fire Boat Tour/Meeting 10 AM
SFFD Embarcadero Waterfront Fire House (Contact: RSVD to
Cynthia sergequeen@aol.com
JUNE 24, 25 – Amateur Radio Field Day USCG Island Alameda
(Contact: Desmond dthorsson@flotilla17.org

16. MEMBERS TRAINING
di·ver·si·ty
By Roger Bazeley, USCGAUX PA, BA NAVEX
Diversity embraces the understanding that each individual is unique
by recognizing our individual differences formed by the dimensions of
race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, age,
physical abilities, religious beliefs, political beliefs, or other ideologies.
Diversity sparks innovation in new leadership approaches to problem solving which is
vital to mission readiness and performance excellence. The strategic goal of diversity
acceptance and Team Coast Guard cohesiveness is enhanced by creating a climate of
equity where all USCG and Auxiliary individuals have the opportunity for career
advancement and are unencumbered to contribute to their USCG/Auxiliary Missions
USCG Pacific Command
Change of Command
VADM Ray to VADM
Midgette 2016
Photos: Roger Bazeley,
USCGAUX PA D11N, BA
NAVEX

17. Member of the Quarter
Auxiliarst DEREK LAM, is often seen working
communications watch desk at USCG Sector Station
San Francisco YBI on weekends. He has contributed
thousands of hours supporting and augmenting the
USCG as part of “Team Coast Guard”. Derek
currently works in the high-tech sales at CISCO
Systems and previously at ORACLE. He lives in
Moss Beach and has also been an auxiliarist
previously serving at USCG San Diego. He is a
passionate in serving the USCG behind the scenes in
various sector tasks.
Remembering: Franz von Uckermann
Franz von Uckermann
Nov 6 1931 – Jan 5 2017
Franz was from Stolp, Pomerania Germany
where his family had a 5,000 acre farm and
estate later to be converted to an orphanage
after the Yalta Conference. When he was 13,
he was warned that the Russians were soon
to invade and he had to leave Germany in a
horse & buggy with only the clothes on his
back to arrive at a Denmark detention camp
after crossing a submarine infested Baltic
Sea.
When he was 25 he went on to America with
only $200 and sent for his German girlfriend
from his youth. They were married 47 years
before her passing, and have no children.
The St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Pleasant
Hill that sponsored him in 1956 is one block
from where his Patsy lives today! He served
in the U.S. Coast Guard. Many of us only
know him through the USCG Auxiliary Flotilla
17. He worked in administration for the S F
Planning Dept. for 20 years till retirement.
Franz was an avid antique car enthusiast and
collector. Franz leaves a substantial estate with
an extensive collection of antique cars stored in
several warehouses—including a model of the
famous Raymond Lowey designed Studebaker.
He and Patsy also belonged to the Model A Club.
Franz met Patsy his love and companion through
a dating service 8 years ago. They traveled
around the world on cruise ships---cruising to
Mexico, the Panama Canal, Hawaii, and the
Caribbean….They spent a memorable month in
Germany for his 80th
birthday. Franz von
Uckermann was an amazing quiet person with an
incredible successful American immigrant story
and journey. In May, his ashes will be scattered
in the SF Bay (date to be announced) with his
niece Dagmar from Germany in attendance.

18. TEAM COAST GUARD
Commercial Fishing Vessel Safety Program Enhanced By Coast Guard
Auxiliary as a TEAM COAST GUARD Partner by Roger Bazeley
Commercial Fishing is one of the most dangerous occupations in the world. USCG Auxiliary and USCG
Commercial Fishing Vessel Inspection Teams covered multiple ports providing inspections prior to the
opening of the 2015 crabbing season in spite of a significant delay of the 2015 Crab Season due to
warmer waters algae bloom contributing to high levels of toxic domoic acid, a neurotoxin in crabs. The
Eleventh North Coast Guard District has approximately 1,400 fishing vessels operating in its waters. The
USCG Auxiliary and USCG past approach to implementing fishing vessel regulations has focused primarily
on communication and education. The USCG Auxiliary has been actively engaged in performing dockside
commercial fishing vessel safety exams with USCG active duty, reserves, and civilian employees to
facilitate servicing the industry.
Auxillarist Sue Fry Flotilla 17
inspecting three immersion
suits on a fishing vessel at
Hyde St. Pier SF.
CFVE Team: Boat Owner and
Auxiliarists Dale Fajardo,
Chester Bartalini, Sue Fry,
Michael Mitchell
Photo: Roger Bazeley
USCGAUX, FSO-PA, D11N
These free examinations are thorough vessel checks, which examine all safety equipment. The
examinations are done by qualified Coast Guard and USCG Auxiliary personnel, or a third party
organization accepted and designated by the Coast Guard. The fishing vessel operator is required to
possess a valid current commercial fishing vessel examination decal and USCG Certificate of Compliance
for vessels operating beyond three nautical miles, off the baseline of the U.S. territorial sea. The
examination educate the fishing public and to ensure vessel safety. The penalty for not passing the exam
generates an official 30 day notice of deficiency. However, if the exam is passed, a Safety Decal and
USCG Certificate of Compliance are issued indicating the vessel is in compliance with all current
applicable Coast Guard regulations.

19. ETHOS – Leadership + Policy
Photos: Roger Bazeley, Public Affairs USCGAUX
ADMIRAL Paul F. Zukunft, Commandant USCG
“Recent reports of degrading social media posts and file sharing by some members of the armed
services are troubling to us all. Our Duty to People requires Coast Guard men and women to
adhere to the highest standard of personal and professional conduct on and off duty. As stewards
of public trust, our collective actions must always uphold our Core Values of Honor, Respect,
and Devotion to Duty.
I expect everyone in our service - active duty, reserve, civilian, and Auxiliary - to build and
maintain a culture of respect. This starts with living our Core Values in word and deed and
having the courage to call out any behavior that is unacceptable in our Coast Guard. If you
witness disrespect to a shipmate - in person or online - don't condone or join in it. Our duty to
people demands that we act when we see our shipmates demeaned. Don't be a bystander. We
are a service of "by-doers" with a storied reputation for seizing on-scene initiative. This very
same character trait that has become instinctive applies whether rescuing a mariner in distress or
seizing the on-scene initiative when a shipmate has been demeaned and betrayed. We do the
right thing. We advance a culture of respect. We report behavior that targets a shipmate,
including bullying, hazing or harassment. Violations of our trust in one another have no place in
our service.
I am proud of you - the world's best Coast Guard - and your commitment to upholding our
service's proud 226 year history of service before self.”
Admiral Paul F. Zukunft
Commandant