Cadets
USS CANON SIGNAL

February, 2010

 To WINSA members/supporters,

We are incredibly busy preparing for Vice Admiral Robinson's visit -- WHICH HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO APRIL.
 
As you plan your charitable giving for 2010 please be sure to ask your financial advisor Financial Planningfor the best way to plan your charitable giving.   There is legislation being considered that could impact your giving.
 
WINSA is a recognized 501c3 and we will provide documentation for donations received.
 
One of the quickest ways you can help support the arrival of the USS Canon to Sheboygan -- you consider honoring a veteran by sponsoring a mile of the USS Canon's trip to Sheboygan.
 
Donations can be made quickly & safely right on line at the 
USS Canon cause page.   OR, mailed to:  WINSA, 3120 S. Business Drive, Suite 140, Sheboygan, WI
WRITE FROM THE HELM ~ 
This is a quick message on a couple of topics.
 
At their March Board Meeting the WINSA's Board will be welcoming Chris Zimmerman of United One Credit Union as Secretary to the Board of Directors..
 
I NEED TO TELL YOU ABOUT A VERY UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY available to ONLY 12 individuals.   When the Vice Admiral and his wife come for a couple of weeks in April they will be officially kicking off the the Capital Campaign for the arrival of the USS Canon to be permanently in Sheboygan, Wisconsin.   Twelve individuals will be able to host a PRIVATE reception for a few of their close friends at a location of their choice.   We do have a local business that is supporting this endeavor and will make special arrangements at a discounted price.  
 
A couple of the Development Team members will make a brief exclusive presentation to your guests.  The Vice Admiral will be your personal guest for your reception.    The goal of the Development Team will be to excite your guests and hopefully secure pledges to the the project.
 
If you might be interested in hosting a private reception, please contact the museum immediately at 920-254-1584.   Again, ONLY 12 receptions will be held and several have already been scheduled.
 
As always, if you have any questions concerning what is going on within WINSA or NAVMEC feel free to contact Larry Hinkelman @ 920 452 9446 or email palh@powercom.net or Char Pachniak @ 920-254-1584 or 920-254-8777 (museum phone) or email char@pachniak.com or info@usscanon.com
 
"FAIR WINDS AND FOLLOWING SEAS!" 
 Larrys Signature


 
 
Larry Hinkelman
Clearance items & Official Canon Gear
Bead TradePerfect for the that Easter Basket in a couple of weeks ~ much healthier than all that candy ~ Bead Trade is a perfect game for everyone -- especially the grandkids. Learn about various precious stones, fill your card with competitors' beads and have FAMLY FUN. 100% of your purchase goes to benefit the Naval Museum & Education Center of Sheboygan.
Clearance Priced: $12.00
S & H: $5.00
 
OR IF YOU'D LIKE TO BE ONE OF THE FIRST WITH CANON APPAREL:
 
Cap & Golf shirt
Just some of the Items available @ www.usscanon.com/store 
 
Navy Blue Baseball Cap
Embroidered with USS Canon, PG-90 and Ship's Logo.
Gold Scrambled Eggs on the Bill.  $15.00 ea.

Golf Shirt: White, Royal Blue, Black, Forest Green, Maroon, Navy Blue or Red.  Embroidered with USS Canon, PG-90 and Ship's Logo. 100% preshrunk, heavyweight cotton jersey with welt knit collar and sleeves.

Price: $22.50 ea.
Small, Medium, Large & Extra Large Golf Shirt

Price: $24.50 ea.
Double Extra Large Golf Shirt
 
S & H $5.00 (for 1-3 apparel items)
 
If you think you might be interested in items remaining from WINSA's past initiatives for the Edson or Des Moines, consider these:
HATS & SHIRTS $4.00 EACH OR 3 FOR $10.00
PRINTS: UNSIGNED $3.00, SIGNED $10.00 

USS Des Moines Caps

USS Des Moines - Duluth Founder's Caps

USS Des Moines - Duluth Founder's Children's Tee Shirts

USS Des Moines - Duluth Founder's Children's LS Shirt

USS Des Moines - Duluth Founder's Sweat Shirts

USS Des Moines Tee Shirts

USS Edson  Caps

USS Des Moines Numbered and Signed Prints

USS Des Moines Un-numbered and Un-signed Prints

~~PLEASE NOTE SCHEDULE UPDATE ~~ 
VICE ADMIRAL DAVID ROBINSON TO VISIT SHEBOYGAN IN APRIL
D RobinsonVice Admiral David Robinson was the Commanding Officer of the USS Canon while she served in Vietnam. There were two significant battles on the rivers of Vietnam. For this action, members of her crew were rewarded for their heroism with three Silver Stars, five Bronze Stars, a Navy Commendation Medal and fourteen Purple Hearts. Vice Admiral Robinson will be visiting in Sheboygan for a few weeks this coming APRIL.
 
You have an opportunity to host a private reception for friends, or you can sponsor a table at our dinner at the Sheboygan Yacht Club the evening of April 22nd.  
 
VISIT OUR UPDATED WEB SITE FOR ALL OF THE DETAILS.
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CALL US TO RESERVE YOUR TABLE AT THE SHEBOYGAN YACHT CLUB FOR APRIL 22ND.
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CALL IN YOUR DATE FOR A PRIVATE RECEPTION TODAY.
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CONTACT THE MUSEUM AT 920-254-8777
Please make sure to shop our on line store at www.usscanon.com/store  for those clearance items and call the museum 920-254-8777 and place your order.  Don't forget to forward this newsletter to friends and neighbors and watch as we bring the USS Canon to Sheboygan.
 
Sincerely,
 
Char Pachniak
Communications & Fund Development                                 
Naval Museum & Education Center of Sheboygan

In This Issue
Write from the Helm
Vice Admiral to visit Sheboygan
Sea Cadets
SPONSOR A MILE
Quick Links
 
 
 
 
 

SEA CADETS

Cadets
WINSA is pleased to congratulate several cadets:
 
The following cadets made advancements;
Michael Johnson - Petty Officer Third Class - Port Washington
Harold Johnson - Able Cadet - Port Washington
Jacob Fletcher - Able Cadet - Port Washington
 
Drill dates for March are the first and third  Saturday starting at 0900. ALL are welcome to attend. Come watch them drill at the Aviation Center at Sheboygan County Airport.
 Cadets
Founded in 2008, Training Ship Abingdon was established to provide a resource for children in the Sheboygan, Ozaukee and Manitowoc areas.

With children aging from 10-14, the NLCC helps it's members by providing them with a positive peer and a structured mentor environment with   emphasis on the 3 core values of Honor, Courage and Commitment.
 
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A second group, Navy Sea Cadets will be forming shortly for the older youth.   Lieutenant Hanke and WINSA and members of the Development Team will be meeting with potential donors sharing the benefits of the USS Canon to serve as their training platform.

SPONSOR A MILE  &  HONOR THAT VETERAN KEEPING US SAFE

Canon front view
One of the major expenses of bringing the USS Canon to Sheboygan is the cost of the towing. Why not consider sponsoring a mile ($125) of this 3,200+ mile trip from Pennsylvania to Sheboygan. Wisconsin Naval Ship Association is a 501c3 and donations are tax deductible. Send checks to WINSA/NAVMEC 3120 S. Business Drive, Suite 140, Sheboygan, WI  53081. The map of the journey can be found at the museum facebook page or the USS Canon cause page.
 
Donations can be made quickly & safely right on line at the USS Canon cause page, or by mail to WINSA, 3120 S. Business Drive, Suite 140, Sheboygan, WI  53081
 
 
Why not sponsor a mile in recognition of that special relative -- a veteran close to you and your family or any veteran currently serving our country.
 

OR....a youth group, Boys Scouts, Girl Scouts, etc.  can do a fund raiser and sponsor a mile.
 

OR....maybe your workplace would like to do a fund raiser to sponsor a mile.
 

ALL mile sponsors will receive a certificate suitable for framing and will be recognized in the Naval Museum & Education Center of Sheboygan.  
 
For that Easter Basket
Do you know that person that would like to be one of the 'first to know'?  They could be in the know as the Wisconsin Naval Ship Association and the Naval Museum & Education Center work with the City of Sheboygan to prepare to bring the USS Canon to Sheboygan!!  Give them a WINSA membership for ONLY $25.00