EEXXPPLLOORREERR’’SS GAZETTE GAZETTE Published Quarterly in Pensacola, Florida USA for the Old Antarctic Explorers Association Uniting All OAEs in Perpetuating the Memory of United States Involvement in Antarctica Volume 12, Issue 4 Old Antarctic Explorers Association, Inc Oct-Dec 2012 Top Photo: Catamaran Hotel Cabanas Left Photo: Parrots in the Open Court- yard of the Hotel Complex. Credit: Dave Hazard 6th OAEA REUNION SAN DIEGO CALIFORNIA 28–30 NOVEMBER 2012 by Marty Diller landscaped—I had a ground-floor room near the far end of here was a nice turnout for the 2012 OAEA National the sprawling hotel grounds; and despite the long-ish walk, TReunion—hey, it was southern California in late the meandering sidewalk through the hotel grounds to get to November, so for some folks not sure about making the trip, and from my room soon became something to look forward the typically mild weather was a definite attraction! And for to—a pleasant open-air stroll along the koi ponds and lush those who did show up, San Diego’s climate certainly didn’t gardens, past the outdoor pool and spa, winding between the disappoint in that respect. Plus, like most reunion venues in many large guest buildings. So Cal, the Catamaran Resort Hotel (& Spa!) is beautifully Continued on page 4. E X P L O R E R ‘ S G A Z E T T E V O L U M E 12, I S S U E 4 O C T D E C 2 0 12 administrative efforts maintained—all necessary to keep P R E S I D E N T ’ S C O R N E R our organization going. Please consider how you may want Jerry W. Marty—OAEA President to help out in the coming year. I look forward to hearing from you. FELLOW OAEA MEMBERS: By the time you read this the Jerry W. Marty holiday season will be over. I OAEA President hope that everyone had a Merry [email protected] Christmas and that we all can look forward to a Happy New Year. It is with honor that I serve you as the new president of the Old Antarctic Explorers Association (OAEA), an organization steeped in Antarctic history, tradition, and held together by the dedication of its members. Having recently returned from another deployment to the “the ice”, I can report that GROWLERS & BERGY BYTES scientists, military personnel, and civilians continue to be Feature Stories, Odds & Ends, Collected, Compiled, & excited about the 21st century scientific research being Written by Billy-Ace Penguin Baker conducted on the continent supported by state-of-the-art Page logistics, transportation, communication capabilities, and Cover Story2012 San Diego Reunion………………..1, 4 § implementation of renewable “green” energy technologies. Pensacola, FL—2012 OAEA Election Results……………3 What great topics for discussion within our organization § and opportunities for expanding our horizons. Here and There—Letters to the Editor…………………...7 Our 2012 reunion in San Diego was a resounding § success and I would like to thank the 2012 San Diego West Jefferson, NC—This Quarter in History………...9 Reunion committee members for planning such an § excellent event. My own personal treat was touring the Here and There—In Memory: Obituaries………………10 § USS Midway, re-connecting with “old” friends, and Pensacola, FL—Book Review by Billy-Ace Baker……...13 meeting new ones. Planning for the 2014 OAEA Reunion § in Norfolk is already underway and I welcome any Centennial, CO—Book Review by Elaine Hood………...14 suggestions you may have over the ensuing months. § I also want to personally thank the outgoing OAEA Pensacola, FL—New Members & Reunions…………….17 President and Directors who have given our organization § their wisdom and guidance during their tenure. Newly Here and There—Locator Column ………………….18 elected board members have an exciting year ahead of us, § Pensacola, FL—Glossary of Snow & Ice………………..18 among which are maintaining and growing our § organization to reflect the high standards and reputation Brunswick, ME—NE Chapter Meeting…………………19 the founders envisioned. Complete election results are on § page 3. Rockville, MD—Mid Atlantic OAEA Meeting…………21 Let’s continue to build on the existing OAEA legacy § Pensacola, FL—GCG Chapter Meetings……………….22 (based on the military and civilian “ice bonds” forged in § 1945–1999), look for ways to ensure that it remains an Laguna Woods, CA—FY Accounting Statment………...24 organization dedicated to sharing the Antarctic experience, § not only for today but for future generations. I am DISCLAIMER STATEMENT personally committed to our goal of providing The Explorer’s Gazette is published quarterly by the Old opportunities for educational outreach to those who have Antarctic Explorers Association. Opinions expressed by the never been to Antarctica and hopefully pique their interest editorial staff or contained in articles submitted by members, in pursuing careers contributing to work done “on the ice.” and non-members are not official expressions of the OAEA The opportunities are endless, and it is for this reason I nor does the mention of books, products, or events constitute hope to solicit your help and input. Any and all thoughts endorsement by the OAEA. are welcomed. Committees will need to be chaired and staffed, plans made for events and activities; ongoing 2 E X P L O R E R ‘ S G A Z E T T E V O L U M E 12, I S S U E 4 O C T D E C 2 0 12 2012 OAEA Election Results by Billy-Ace Baker Editor’s Note: The 2012 Election results listed below were published earlier on the bulk email services (Topica and Yahoogroups) for those members who have Internet access. The Explorer’s Gazette is The results of the 2012 OAEA election have been verified and the official publication of the accepted by OAEA President Jim Heffel and he asked that I publish the results to the membership. Old Antarctic Explorers Association, Inc. On behalf of the Officers and Directors, I extend my congratulations to all the candidates elected/re-elected to office. National Headquarters 10819 Berryhill Road A special thank you is also extended to those who ran for office, Pensacola, FL 32506 USA but were not elected. The association would cease to exist if Phone 850 456 3556 people like you did not step forward and volunteer to help govern the OAEA. And is published four times annually Editor And last of all thanks to the 2012 Election Committee and to Bob Billy-Ace Baker Gaboury for volunteering to serve as the Chair of the Election Committee. Once again, under his leadership the election Editorial Assistants campaign was very successful. 1400 ballots were mailed out to Gus Shinn Regular Members. Of those 550 were received by the Election Kerry Konrad Committee. Pam Landy PRESIDENT Editor Emeritus JERRY MARTY (Winner) Jim O’Connell John Weihaupt 2001–2003 John Wood VICE PRESIDENT Association Officers LAURA SNOW (Winner) Alfred Stuart President – Jerry Marty Richard Cameron Vice President – Laura Snow DIRECTOR - 3 Secretary – Marty Diller WAYNE GERMANN (Winner) Treasurer – Cyril Buehler THOMAS HENDERSON (Winner) Life Director – Billy-Ace Baker WILLIAM SMITH* (see note) Charles Lagerbom Past President/Director – Jim Heffel Robert Conner Director – David Bresnahan Robert Buettner Director – Wayne Germann Director – Ed Hamblin NOTE: OAEA Director James Landy died on 22 November. In Director – Thomas Henderson accordance with OAEA By-Laws the person with the next Director – William Smith highest number of votes in an OAEA election preceding the Director – Russ Livermore resignation or death of a serving Director will be appointed by the Director – Dick Spaulding OAEA President to fill the vacancy. Accordingly OAEA President Jim Heffel ratified William Smith’s appointment at the Chaplain – Denis Casey San Diego reunion. Historian – Billy-Ace Baker Parliamentarian – Jim Eblen 3 E X P L O R E R ‘ S G A Z E T T E V O L U M E 12, I S S U E 4 O C T D E C 2 0 12 2012 Reunion From page 1 birds, Mallard ducks, and other rare and shocked and deeply saddened to learn exotic waterfowl populating the grounds in that Director Jim Landy (Pensacola, Just outside the lobby area of and around the large ponds teeming with FL; VXE-6, 1969–74, 1976–81) had the main building (which also koi. Elsewhere in this issue, you will find passed away the week before the houses the restaurant, bar and that on Day one of the reunion the 2012 reunion. Jim Heffel, in one of his last meeting rooms) on the way to the Reunion Committee arranged for attendees official acts as OAEA President, guest rooms, are the outdoor to meet a totally different type of exotic appointed Bill Smith (Las Vegas, NV; diurnal roosts (cover photo) of waterfowl. Throughout, the hotel grounds USARP 1958–60) to fill the two years some of the more exotic birds that are landscaped with many different varieties remaining in Jim’s term. Bill was the share the hotel grounds with the of palm trees and bamboo, and many other next highest vote getter for Director in guests: two Blue-Gold Macaws rare plants and foliage from tropical climates the 2012 election, after Wayne and named Bianchi and Mercer, around the world. The friendly and helpful Tom. Outgoing Directors are Buz Greenwing Macaw Cornell, Lilac- Catamaran staff made our stay that much Dryfoose (2000–12) and Dave Hazard Crowned Amazon Scooter, and more enjoyable. (2006–12). At the first Officer’s meeting on Day MEETINGS one, the Board of Directors heard and At every OAEA reunion, accepted the FY-2012 Treasurer’s there is a turnover of the report (published in this issue), and elected officers that occurs reports by the chairperson of these at the adjournment of the committees: Election, Reunion, General Member-ship Merchandise, and Scholarship.