OCTOBER <strong>2017</strong> CARIBBEAN COMPASS PAGE 6 Info & Updates KPK Radio Update The Seven Seas Cruising Association has welcomed James T. West III (Jim) to its High Frequency Radio Service, widely known as KPK. Jim is a former full-time liveaboard cruiser who now lives in Ellijay, Georgia. Jim is an avid amateur radio operator, call sign WA4YBC, who regularly volunteers his time on both the Waterway Radio & Cruising Club (Waterwayradio.net) and the Maritime Mobile Service Net (mmsn.org). Jim was recently granted Coastal Service License call sign KJM by the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC), authorizing him to transmit on maritime SSB frequencies from his home high in the Georgia mountains. Jim joins the ranks of Chris Parker, call sign WCY; Dick Giddings, call sign KNC; and Glenn Tuttle; SSCA’s HF Station KPK, all authorized to communicate with boats via SSB radio from land-based stations. All of these stations are committed to assisting cruisers in any type of emergency situation. The <strong>Caribbean</strong> Safety & Security Net (CSSN, https://safetyandsecuritynet.org) is proud to partner with the Seven Seas Cruising Association (SSCA, see item below) to bring this valuable service to the cruising community. SSCA’s HF Radio Service operates seven days a week on SSB frequency 8104 KHz at 1215 hrs UTC or 0815 hrs AST. The purpose of this service is: • to pass emergency and priority traffic, as well as traffic related to safety and security; • to provide current news updates of interest to cruisers from such sources as the <strong>Caribbean</strong> Safety & Security Net, Noonsite, The Salty Southeast Cruisers Net, <strong>Caribbean</strong> <strong>Compass</strong>, Bahamas Chatter and others; • and to provide any vessels needing assistance with land based resources. “KPK” can assist with radio checks, float plans, telephone contact with family and friends, boat to boat relays, access to medical or mechanical professionals, marinas, Internet searches, or any other assistance that may be provided. Through the partnership with the <strong>Caribbean</strong> Safety & Security Net, any report of a safety and security nature occurring in the <strong>Caribbean</strong> made to KPK is provided to the CSSN. Likewise, any recent incident posted on the CSSN website will be announced during this broadcast. Although KPK is a service provided by the SSCA, all vessels are welcome and encouraged to participate in this daily service net. What is the SSCA? The Seven Seas Cruising Association is the oldest and largest worldwide organization supporting the liveaboard cruising lifestyle. Founded in 1952 by six liveaboard couples in California and now with members worldwide, today’s SSCA remains true to the traditions of its original members — sharing cruising information, fostering camaraderie, and leaving a clean wake. To leave a clean wake is to show respect for others and for our environment so that those who follow in our wake will be warmly welcomed. It is our most cherished tradition. What are the benefits of SSCA membership? • A monthly 48-page Commodores’ Bulletin containing reports of the latest cruising information as well as announcements of SSCA Gams, upcoming Seven Seas U live webinars, and regional activities. The indexed, searchable, archived Bulletins are accessible online to members only • A member locater • The Equipment Survey — a highly regarded compilation of what real cruisers are using on their boats, including failure rates and repair costs • Discounts on live webinars and anytime learning on Seven Seas University • Worldwide Port Guides • An extensive list of SSCA Cruising Stations that welcome visiting members. • Special offers and discounts from marine-related businesses that are available to members only Visit www.ssca.org for more information. New Online <strong>Caribbean</strong> Cruising Forum Russ Thomas reports: Check out our new <strong>Caribbean</strong> Cruising forum at http://caribbeancruising.org. Here’s Rosie! Y2A is our popular monthly column spotlighting youth sailing development in the <strong>Caribbean</strong>. Last month, Y2A’s guest writer was Rosie Burr, whose article about the Women of Woburn Workboats can be found on page 18 at www.caribbeancompass.com/online/ september17compass_online.pdf We forgot to actually introduce Rosie to our readers last month, so here goes! Rosie Burr and her husband, Sim Hoggarth, have been cruising the <strong>Caribbean</strong> and North America full time for the past 13 years. For more info on their adventures visit www.yachtwanderingstar.com Welcome Aboard! In this issue of <strong>Compass</strong> we welcome new advertiser MariGourmet of St. Lucia on page 38. Good to have you with us! SAILING SCHEDULE Upcoming sailings <strong>2017</strong> FLORIDA – MEDITERRANEAN Ft. Lauderdale Oct. <strong>2017</strong> Genoa Nov. <strong>2017</strong> Ft. Lauderdale Nov. <strong>2017</strong> Palma de Mallorca Nov. <strong>2017</strong> CARIBBEAN – MEDITERRANEAN St. Thomas Nov. <strong>2017</strong> Palma de Mallorca Nov. <strong>2017</strong> CARIBBEAN – FLORIDA Martinique Nov. <strong>2017</strong> Ft. Lauderdale Dec. <strong>2017</strong> Martinique Dec. <strong>2017</strong> Ft. Lauderdale Dec. <strong>2017</strong> MEDITERRANEAN – FLORIDA Genoa Oct. <strong>2017</strong> Ft. Lauderdale Oct. <strong>2017</strong> Palma de Mallorca Oct. <strong>2017</strong> Ft. Lauderdale Nov. <strong>2017</strong> Genoa Nov. <strong>2017</strong> Ft. Lauderdale Dec. <strong>2017</strong> MEDITERRANEAN – CARIBBEAN Palma de Mallorca Oct. <strong>2017</strong> St Thomas Nov. <strong>2017</strong> Palma de Mallorca Nov. <strong>2017</strong> Martinique Dec. <strong>2017</strong> Genoa Nov. <strong>2017</strong> Martinique Nov. <strong>2017</strong> FLORIDA – CARIBBEAN Ft. Lauderdale Nov. <strong>2017</strong> St. Thomas Nov. <strong>2017</strong> FLORIDA - SOUTH PACIFIC Florida Dec. <strong>2017</strong> Central America Dec. <strong>2017</strong> Florida Dec. <strong>2017</strong> Golfito Dec. <strong>2017</strong> Florida Dec. <strong>2017</strong> Papeete Dec. <strong>2017</strong> Florida Dec. <strong>2017</strong> Auckland Jan. 2018 Florida Dec. <strong>2017</strong> Brisbane Jan. 2018 SIM HOGGARTH Note: For exact dates check with our booking agencies. For further information please visit our website or call us to discuss your specific needs. DYT USA: T +1 954 525 8707 E dyt.usa@yacht-transport.com YACHT-TRANSPORT.COM
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