Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
A few days left...
Dear BCSE Participants and Parents,
I trust that you are well and have been enjoying the first few weeks of summer. I have just returned from a week of sailing on board Misty Blue Yonder (one of our two yachts) in the San Juan Islands, Strait of Juan de Fuca and Puget Sound. Among other things, we had the opportunity to test MBYs sailing prowess in strong winds under all points of sail, in flat calm powered strictly by the iron genny (aka diesel engine), and going through the locks into Lake Union and Lake Washington right outside of Seattle. All in all, it was a fantastic week that built my enthusiasm for our upcoming adventure and bolstered my confidence in the boats we will be sailing. The photos in this post are from this week in the northwest. If you are interested, you can find a full album at: Andrew Cole Photography Featured Gallery
As you are well aware, the on-campus portion of BCSE kicks-off next week, with classes starting in room 308 at 0900 on Monday, June 21. If you have not had a chance, be sure to look over the previous blog entry which outlines the information you will need to know for our first day of class. Don't stress too much about the Aids to Navigation, as we will have a chance to talk about the different buoys in class on Monday. You should, however, come with a knowledge of the parts of the boat as presented in your student handbook.
Can you name the parts of Misty Blue Yonder in this photo?
A couple of other items:
1) Please bring a copy of your passport to our meeting on Monday. If you don't have a way to copy it, we can make a copy at school.
2) We will provide light refreshments but you will need to pack a lunch of your own.
3) Class time is incredibly valuable and will greatly enhance your time on the water. Please make a point of being on time each day. (We have a special job for those who struggle with punctuality... :)
Enjoy the remainder of your week and weekend. I look forward to seeing you on Monday for the start of an incredible adventure!
Mr. Cole
Green "can" buoy to be left to port when returning to port - what does it look like on a chart?
Sunday, May 23, 2010
Happy Summer - Trip Prep
Dear BCSE Participants and Parents,
Congratulations on finishing another school year! As you move through final exams and start to transition into summer plans, there are a few BCSE items to keep in mind.
Passport and International Travel Permission Letter
First of all, thank you to those who have submitted your passport number and expiration date and the International Travel Permission letter. If you have not do so, please do as soon as possible.
On-Campus Classes
Our on-campus classes begin at 0900 on Monday, June 21 and will run from 0900 to 1500 Monday through Thursday and 0900-1100 on Friday. We will meet in room 308.
These classes are a mandatory part of the experience as we will be covering vital information that you will need to know before setting foot on the boats. It is expected that you will attend each day for the full duration of class. Please make arrangements accordingly and bring your own lunch and water bottle. We will provide snacks.
You will be asked to learn a relatively large amount of material in a short time during this week - much like sipping out of a firehose! Therefore, a little pre-studying on your behalf will go a long way. Please take the time to look over the On Campus Skills Checklist Page which outlines the skill areas in which you will need to become proficient while on campus.
Skills Quiz
You will be quizzed on the following skills from the skills checklist page at the beginning of class on Monday, June 21.
Sailing Skills - Numbers 1, 2 and 3
Navigation Skills - Number 13 a-f. In addition to identifying them on a chart, you should be able to describe what they look like in real life and how you navigate around them.
The BCSE Student Handbook contains all of the information you need to learn this material. The Sailing Skills are located in the third section of the handbook, whereas the Navigation Skills are located in the fifth section (color pages entitled, The Buoyage System). You can also find more information on buoys by visiting - http://www.sailchannelislands.com/training/Lateral_marks.pdf
Student Presentations
Last, but not least - Student Presentations. Please bring a general outline and list of sources for your presentation to our first on-campus class. Don't hesitate to contact me with questions about your presentation topic.
I hope you have a wonderful beginning to the month of June. I look forward to seeing you on Monday, June 21 at 0900 in room 308.
Cheers,
Mr. Cole
Congratulations on finishing another school year! As you move through final exams and start to transition into summer plans, there are a few BCSE items to keep in mind.
Passport and International Travel Permission Letter
First of all, thank you to those who have submitted your passport number and expiration date and the International Travel Permission letter. If you have not do so, please do as soon as possible.
On-Campus Classes
Our on-campus classes begin at 0900 on Monday, June 21 and will run from 0900 to 1500 Monday through Thursday and 0900-1100 on Friday. We will meet in room 308.
These classes are a mandatory part of the experience as we will be covering vital information that you will need to know before setting foot on the boats. It is expected that you will attend each day for the full duration of class. Please make arrangements accordingly and bring your own lunch and water bottle. We will provide snacks.
You will be asked to learn a relatively large amount of material in a short time during this week - much like sipping out of a firehose! Therefore, a little pre-studying on your behalf will go a long way. Please take the time to look over the On Campus Skills Checklist Page which outlines the skill areas in which you will need to become proficient while on campus.
Skills Quiz
You will be quizzed on the following skills from the skills checklist page at the beginning of class on Monday, June 21.
Sailing Skills - Numbers 1, 2 and 3
Navigation Skills - Number 13 a-f. In addition to identifying them on a chart, you should be able to describe what they look like in real life and how you navigate around them.
The BCSE Student Handbook contains all of the information you need to learn this material. The Sailing Skills are located in the third section of the handbook, whereas the Navigation Skills are located in the fifth section (color pages entitled, The Buoyage System). You can also find more information on buoys by visiting - http://www.sailchannelislands.com/training/Lateral_marks.pdf
Student Presentations
Last, but not least - Student Presentations. Please bring a general outline and list of sources for your presentation to our first on-campus class. Don't hesitate to contact me with questions about your presentation topic.
I hope you have a wonderful beginning to the month of June. I look forward to seeing you on Monday, June 21 at 0900 in room 308.
Cheers,
Mr. Cole
Thursday, April 8, 2010
Student Presentation Topics
Dear BCSE Participants,
Student presentation topics are assigned as follows:
Adam Aldous and Michael West - Marine Mammals and Birds
Kristin Carroll and Elisabeth Dee - Coastal BC Folklore and First Nations' Mythology
Spencer Cartwright and Jonah Moreland - The Fishing Industry
Samantha Gould and Lauren Kimball - Fish Farms
Rebecca Poelman and Hope Owens - Spotted Owls and Forest Management in the PNW
Rod Semnani and Jenny Nilsen - Ethnobotany and PNW First Nations' culture
Grant Smaellie and Luke MacFarlane - On-course data collection and presentation
These topics were assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Please don't hesitate to contact Mr. Cole, Mr. Harris or Dr. Malatesta for suggestions on how best to approach your topic.
In addition, please talk to Mr. Cole about the burgee contest if you are interested in submitting a design. To date, no student has approached me, which means I will be left with creating the design - bad news, as anyone who has witnessed my stellar art skills in a class knows full well. Thank you, Jonah!
Cheers,
Mr. Cole
Student presentation topics are assigned as follows:
Adam Aldous and Michael West - Marine Mammals and Birds
Kristin Carroll and Elisabeth Dee - Coastal BC Folklore and First Nations' Mythology
Spencer Cartwright and Jonah Moreland - The Fishing Industry
Samantha Gould and Lauren Kimball - Fish Farms
Rebecca Poelman and Hope Owens - Spotted Owls and Forest Management in the PNW
Rod Semnani and Jenny Nilsen - Ethnobotany and PNW First Nations' culture
Grant Smaellie and Luke MacFarlane - On-course data collection and presentation
These topics were assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Please don't hesitate to contact Mr. Cole, Mr. Harris or Dr. Malatesta for suggestions on how best to approach your topic.
In addition, please talk to Mr. Cole about the burgee contest if you are interested in submitting a design. To date, no student has approached me, which means I will be left with creating the design - bad news, as anyone who has witnessed my stellar art skills in a class knows full well. Thank you, Jonah!
Cheers,
Mr. Cole
Saturday, April 3, 2010
Logistics
Dear BCSE Parents and Participants,
Some important logistical details for you:
Monday, June 21- Friday, June 25, 0900-1500 - On-campus classes. Students requested to bring their own lunch, we will provide snacks. Curriculum outline to come.
Saturday, June 26, 0615 - Meet at the Salt Lake Airport Southwest ticket counter for check-in. Flight #1486 departs at 0805.
Friday, July 9, 2230 - Students return to Salt Lake Airport on Southwest Flight #143.
In the meantime, I look forward to receiving your passport information, parent consent forms for international travel, and student presentation topic choices.
Cheers,
Mr. Cole
Some important logistical details for you:
Monday, June 21- Friday, June 25, 0900-1500 - On-campus classes. Students requested to bring their own lunch, we will provide snacks. Curriculum outline to come.
Saturday, June 26, 0615 - Meet at the Salt Lake Airport Southwest ticket counter for check-in. Flight #1486 departs at 0805.
Friday, July 9, 2230 - Students return to Salt Lake Airport on Southwest Flight #143.
In the meantime, I look forward to receiving your passport information, parent consent forms for international travel, and student presentation topic choices.
Cheers,
Mr. Cole
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