Addendum -Uniform and Insignia Guidelines

Addendum -Ship Organizational Chart

I.                     PREAMBLE

“As a Venturer, I believe that America’s strength lies in our trust in God and in the courage, strengths, and traditions of our people.  I will, therefore, be faithful in my religious duties and will maintain a personal sense of honor in my own life.  I will treasure my American heritage and will do all I can to preserve and enrich it.  I will recognize the dignity and worth of all humanity and will use fair play and goodwill in my daily life.  I will acquire the Venturing attitude which seeks truth in all things and adventure on the frontiers of our changing world.”

“As a Sea Scout I promise to do my best to guard against water accidents, to know the location and proper use of the lifesaving devices on every boat I board, to be prepared to render aid to those in need, to seek to preserve the motto of the sea: women and children first.”

II.                   SHIP’S BYLAWS

1.       Objectives.  The objectives of Ship 195 Changing Tides are to learn, to share responsibilities, and to have fun.

2.       Membership.  Membership shall be open to all young adults aged 15 (or 14 if they have completed the 8^th grade) through 20 who are registered Venturers and who sign and subscribe to the Ship’s Code and Bylaws.  No prospective member shall be disqualified because of race, color, creed, or sex.

3.       Ship’s Business.  Ship’s business may be conducted at any meeting attended by a quorum of one more than the majority of active youth members.

                                                               i.      Active membership is defined as having attended 75% of Ship meetings, sail days, boat clean-ups, and ceremonies in the two preceding months.  Approved USPS activities may be attended in lieu of Ship activities.  Activities with unusual costs are excepted from attendance requirements.

                                                             ii.      Business shall be conducted in accordance with Robert’s Rules of Order.

                                                            iii.      Voting on all issues shall be by simple majority, with the exception of amendments to the Ship’s Code and Bylaws, which shall require a two-thirds majority vote of the total active youth membership.

4.       Officers.  The elected Petty Officers shall be the Ship’s Boatswain, Boatswain’s Mate for Administration, Boatswain’s Mate for Program, Yeoman, and Purser.  The duties of the Ship’s Petty Officers are described on page 8 of the Sea Scout Manual.

                                                               i.      The normal term of office shall be for one year, beginning on January 1^st.  Elections shall be held in December.

                                                             ii.      No member shall serve more than two consecutive terms in the same office.

                                                            iii.      The Boatswain shall appoint a nominating committee which shall consist of three members.  The membership shall present a complete slate of candidates.  On the night of the elections, nominations may be presented from the floor by any youth member.  If the nomination is seconded and the nominee assents, his or her name must be included on the ballot.  Nominees must be willing and able to serve in the position elected for the full term of office.

                                                            iv.      All contested ballots shall be secret.

5.       Meetings.  General meetings shall be scheduled regularly, at least once a month.

                                                               i.      Special meetings may be called by the Boatswain as needed.

                                                             ii.      Quarterdeck meetings shall be held, at least once a month, within two weeks following the first general meeting.

                                                            iii.      Ship’s Committee Meetings shall be held at least once a month, at the time and place of the Quarterdeck meeting.

6.       Activities.  The Ship shall hold activities, other than business meetings, monthly.

                                                               i.      Activities may be held in conjunction with business meetings.

                                                             ii.      Members who have over 50% attendance for the year will have priority if participation in an activity is limited.

                                                            iii.      All members are encouraged to complete the United States Power Squadron’s “Boat Smart” course, and to join the Arrowhead Power Squadron and participate in USPS boating courses and activities.

7.       Money Earning.  Dues are suspended, but members may be expected to share in expenses for particular activities they attend.

                                                               i.      Dues shall be supplemented by money-earning activities involving the participation of all members.

                                                             ii.      Money-earning activities must be approved by the Skipper and meet the requirements of the BSA Unit Money-Earning Application, no. 34427.

                                                            iii.      60% of monies earned shall be appropriated to the Ship’s fund, and 40% to youth member accounts.  Members not participating in fundraising shall not be entitled to the use of monies earned.

8.       Newsletter.  The Ship shall publish minutes from monthly meetings, as well as other supplemental information of interest to members.  These shall serve as the Ship’s historical record.

III.                  SHIP’S CODE

1.       Code of Conduct.  Ship members shall conduct themselves in accordance with the Venturing Oath and Code and the Sea Scout Promise, and shall follow the Ship’s Code and Bylaws.

                                                               i.      Members shall not use inappropriate language or engage in inappropriate public displays of affection during meetings or activities.

2.       Uniform Code.  Ship Uniforms shall be worn at all meetings and activities as required by the Ship’s Petty Officers.

                                                               i.      The Crew Work uniform shall consist of a light blue shirt and black pants, and an activity cap.

                                                             ii.      The Crew Dress uniform shall consist of a white shirt and black pants, black shoes and socks, and an activity cap.

                                                            iii.      The Officer’s Work uniform shall consist of a tan shirt and pants, black shoes and socks, and an activity cap or tan combination cover.

                                                            iv.      The Officer’s Dress uniform shall consist of a white shirt and black pants, black shoes and socks, and a white combination cover.

                                                              v.      Ship’s uniform and insignia guidelines shall be published in a addendum and made available to all members.  Uniform insignia placement shall follow the guidelines listed in the Sea Scout Manual, pp. 105-121.

3.       Non-uniform clothing.  Non-uniform clothing should reflect the positive image of Venturing and the Sea Scouts.

                                                               i.      The Ship shall make activity tee-shirts available for non-uniform wear.

                                                             ii.      Swimsuits must be one-piece and not inappropriately expose the body.  Shirts must be worn when not engaged in water activity.

                                                            iii.      Work clothing may be worn when appropriate.  Closed-toed shoes are required.

                                                            iv.      No clothing may contain inappropriate language, graphics, or be negatively suggestive.

14 August 2006