The second in our Spring Second Saturday Seminar Series - for Members and the Boating PublicTopics included are Docking & Leaving the Dock, Use of Spring Lines, and Close-Quarter Maneuvering. An overview of several topics (Using Marine Radio, Onboard First-Aid, Hypothermia) provides a timely reminder as we get back to boating in the spring.Also online […]
Monthly organizational meeting; all members welcome to attend.Meeting Link: https://meet.goto.com/851121437
Join us for boater camaraderie and a delightful presentation by local native Don Jones as he describes his 2,700-mile journey across the Atlantic Ocean on the Northern Child with an 11-member international crew during a 2005 race. Jones - a local historian, sailor and author - has presented on the history of the city of St. Mary’s […]
Monthly organizational meeting; all members welcome to attend.Meeting Link: https://meet.goto.com/832226653
The last in our Spring Second Saturday Seminar Series - for Members and the Boating PublicThe safety and comfort of those who venture out on the water have always been weather-dependent. This seminar serves as an introduction to the basics of weather and forecasting. It is strongly recommended for boaters who have never taken a […]
National Safe Boating Week will be held from May 21-27, 2022, reminding all boaters to brush up on boating safety skills and prepare for the boating season. This observance week is the annual kick-off of the Safe Boating Campaign, a global awareness effort that encourages boaters to make the most of their boating adventure by […]
The St. Paul Squadron offers free vessel safety checks as a part of its service to the community. Boat owners who pass the inspection are provided with a decal to display. (The decal is simply an indication to law enforcement officials that all safety requirements were met at the time of inspection.) Owners whose vessels […]
The St. Paul Squadron offers free vessel safety checks as a part of its service to the community. Boat owners who pass the inspection are provided with a decal to display. (The decal is simply an indication to law enforcement officials that all safety requirements were met at the time of inspection.) Owners whose vessels […]
Our annual get-together at the beautiful home of Jim and Peggy Senesac, on the shore of Bald Eagle Lake in White Bear Lake. We'll welcome spring, share a meal and get to know our newest members with a modest Q&A. Weather permitting, there could be a pontoon ride on the lake! Brats/burgers and beer/wine will […]
The St. Paul Squadron offers free vessel safety checks as a part of its service to the community. Boat owners who pass the inspection are provided with a decal to display. (The decal is simply an indication to law enforcement officials that all safety requirements were met at the time of inspection.) Owners whose vessels […]
Monthly organizational meeting; all members welcome to attend.This meeting will take place in person, immediately following Vessel Safety Checks at Sunnyside Marina, at a location (restaurant) yet to be determined. There will be no ExecComm meeting on Monday, June 13, the regularly scheduled second Monday of the month.
This class takes place on 4 consecutive Wednesdays beginning June 8, plus a final session on July 13 - both at the Bayport Marina Clubhouse and online via GoToMeeting. (link to be published weekly)NOTE: The June 15 session will take place at a different location, yet to be determined.Dates:June 8, 2022June 15, 2022June 22, 2022June […]
The St. Paul Squadron offers free vessel safety checks as a part of its service to the community. Boat owners who pass the inspection are provided with a decal to display. (The decal is simply an indication to law enforcement officials that all safety requirements were met at the time of inspection.) Owners whose vessels […]
The St. Paul Squadron offers free vessel safety checks as a part of its service to the community. Boat owners who pass the inspection are provided with a decal to display. (The decal is simply an indication to law enforcement officials that all safety requirements were met at the time of inspection.) Owners whose vessels […]
Enjoy the Fourth of July holiday on the water with boating friends! Raft up with Steady Eddy, Sorceress and other boats for sun and fun during the day and fireworks […]
Inviting Squadron members, family, friends & local boaters to enjoy a day of fellowship, fun and talking about boats - at a beautiful park along the St Croix River.Come rain or shine! We've also reserved the shelter.There will be special games and activities for kids and grandkids - and safe swimming! Bring them!Come anytime 11 […]
Monthly organizational meeting; all members welcome to attend.Meeting Link: https://meet.goto.com/530583373
This class takes place on 4 consecutive Wednesdays beginning June 8, plus a final session on July 13 - both at the Bayport Marina Clubhouse and online via GoToMeeting. (link to be published weekly)Dates:June 8, 2022June 15, 2022June 22, 2022June 29, 2022July 13, 2022Time:7:00pm - 9:00pmHosted by the St. Paul Squadron, it is open to […]
July 22-24A long weekend of boating fun and adventure!Join us on your boat, or come for the day on your own or another boat as a "Day Tripper"Most boats will go through one lock to get to our meeting point, Watergate Marina. (Reserve your slip as soon as possible!)See the working itinerary below for more […]
Monthly organizational meeting; all members welcome to attend.Meeting Link: TBA
Monthly organizational meeting; all members welcome to attend.Meeting Link: https://meet.goto.com/199151477
Spirit of the St Croix Art Festival"The Lion in Winter" Matinee at the Phipps Center for the ArtsDinner at the Postmark GrilleDessert Aboard the Steady EddySpend a glorious early fall Saturday in historic Hudson, Wisconsin, with fellow boaters and friends!Join in for any or all of these anticipated activities that are becoming an anticipated tradition […]
Monthly organizational meeting; all members welcome to attend.Meeting Link: https://meet.goto.com/758713925
This session is recommended for all new squadron members. It is offered to help you learn about the history and workings of the 110-year organization they have just joined, and to answer any questions you might have.There is no fee.All St. Paul Squadron members are invited to participate in this event! Optional to bring your […]
Join us for boater camaraderie (and commiseration?) as we near the end of our Minnesota boating season. After a very brief business meeting, Gail and Paul Bernabucci will share highlights and photos of their recent 7-month world cruise.5:00 Social Hour (BYOB)6:00 Dinner: Potluck - Bring a Dish to Share7:00 Brief Business Meeting, including New Member […]
Cheers! Take a break from the pre-holiday rush to relax and relish boater camaraderie! We’ll share holiday spirit and food (and spirits!) as we toast the season, family and friends.4:00 - Social Hour 5:00 - Dinner (order from menu, separate checks)Or Contact Karen Manor: 651-492-1515 - kjmanor@comcast.net
Start the New Year with Members of your St. Paul Squadron at the combined Annual Meeting and Change of Watch!This year, we're combining what have been two separate meetings in the past. Our Annual Business Meeting - to approve a budget and elect new officers - will be immediately followed by dinner. Afterward, we'll take […]
Barry and Pat Hammarback will share their recent Great Loop StoryPat, the Admiral and Barry the Captain together with their First Mate Gizmo (the cat) left Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin on May 29, 2020. Their journey was on The Crawdad a 1986 Grand Banks 42 Classic. The Crawdad has twin screws and a bow thruster. Come […]
The first of our 2023 Saturday Seminar Series - for Members and the Boating PublicJoin us as instructor members of the St. Paul Squadron present timely reminders as we get back to boating this spring. Topics will include:This event is free, but we request you register to attend.There is no fee for this seminar.
Time to emerge from winter and greet your St. Paul Squadron family!Let’s take an opportunity to greet each other with our spring smiles and meet some of our newest members. We’ll have some fun playing “Minute to Win It” type games while sharing plans for boating season 2023. There will be prizes!Meanwhile, the chili will […]
National Safe Boating Week takes place this year from May 20 through May 26, reminding all boaters to brush up on boating safety skills and prepare for the boating season. This observance week is the annual kick-off of the Safe Boating Campaign, a global awareness effort that encourages boaters to make the most of their […]
The St. Paul Squadron offers free vessel safety checks as a part of its service to the community. Boat owners who pass the inspection are provided with a decal to display on their boats. (The decal is simply an indication to law enforcement officials that all safety requirements were met at the time of inspection.) […]
The St. Paul Squadron offers free vessel safety checks as a part of its service to the community. Boat owners who pass the inspection are provided with a decal to display. (The decal is simply an indication to law enforcement officials that all safety requirements were met at the time of inspection.) Owners whose vessels […]
The St. Paul Squadron offers free vessel safety checks as a part of its service to the community. Boat owners who pass the inspection are provided with a decal to display. (The decal is simply an indication to law enforcement officials that all safety requirements were met at the time of inspection.) Owners whose vessels […]
Inviting Squadron members, family, friends & local boaters to enjoy a day of fellowship, fun and talking about boats - at a beautiful park along the St Croix River.Come rain or shine! We've reserved the shelter and the clubhouse.There will be special games and activities for kids and grandkids - and safe swimming! Bring them!Come […]
The St. Paul Squadron offers free vessel safety checks as a part of its service to the community. Boat owners who pass the inspection are provided with a decal to display. (The decal is simply an indication to law enforcement officials that all safety requirements were met at the time of inspection.) Owners whose vessels […]
The St. Paul Squadron offers free vessel safety checks as a part of its service to the community. Boat owners who pass the inspection are provided with a decal to display. (The decal is simply an indication to law enforcement officials that all safety requirements were met at the time of inspection.) Owners whose vessels […]
Enjoy the Fourth of July holiday on the water with boating friends! Raft up with Steady Eddy, Sorceress and other boats for sun and fun during the day and fireworks at night. The gang will be near Hudson on Sunday & Monday, the 2nd & 3rd, and Stillwater on Tuesday the 4th. If you've never […]
What better way to commemorate (mourn?) the end of the Upper Midwest boating season than with fellow boaters? And to provide a bit of civic service while we’re at it?! How better to spend a fall Saturday? Not raking leaves . . . Hope we can count you in!Here's Our Plan for the Day:We’ll meet […]
The St. Paul Sail Power Squadron received its charter from USPS on November 11, 1963, and we’re planning to celebrate our 60th anniversary on the same day this year - November 11, 2023. It's time to join together with members and friends, past and present, to commemorate that red-letter day in 1963 and our journey […]
MARINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS begins with a basic explanation of electricity, followed by discussions on boat electrical wiring, DC and AC electrical systems, galvanic and stray current corrosion and lightning protection. Final sessions focus on troubleshooting typical boat electrical problems.The class will be conducted on Wednesdays over the course of nine weeks, beginning October 11 through December […]
It’s that most wonderful time of the year!Join us for camaraderie, great food and fun at Mancini’s Char House in St. Paul. It’s a St. Paul Squadron tradition! And we know fun will be had by all!5:00 – Social Hour6:00 – Dinner: order from the menu; separate checks7:00 – Holiday Game and DessertOr Contact Karen Manor: 651-492-1515 […]
A veering wind will clear the sky; A backing wind says storms are nigh.”"Red sky at night, sailors' delight. Red sky at morning, sailors take morning."All boaters have heard these mariners' proverbs or similar ones. They have a salty flavor that takes us back to the era of sailing ships. In this Basic Weather and Forecasting seminar, […]
Join with Members of your St. Paul Squadron at the combined Annual Meeting and Change of Watch!THIS EVENT - ORIGINALLY SCHEDULED FOR FEBRUARY 10 - WAS POSTPONED DUE TO ILLNESS.Our combined Annual Meeting and Change of Watch will take place on Saturday, March 16, at the Stockyards Tavern in South St. Paul. The Annual Business […]
This class takes place on 2 consecutive Saturdays - April 13 and April 20 - both at the Bayport Marina Clubhouse and online via GoToMeeting. (link to be published weekly)Dates:April 13, 2024April 20, 2024Time:8:30am to 4:30pmHosted by the St. Paul Squadron, the class is open to the boating public, including youths hoping to acquire their […]
For St. Paul Squadron Members and the Boating PublicJoin us as instructor members of the St. Paul Squadron present timely reminders as we get back to boating this spring. Topics […]
The St. Paul Squadron offers free vessel safety checks as a part of its service to the community. Boat owners who pass the inspection are provided with a decal to […]
The St. Paul Squadron offers free vessel safety checks as a part of its service to the community. Boat owners who pass the inspection are provided with a decal to display. (The decal is simply an indication to law enforcement officials that all safety requirements were met at the time of inspection.) Owners whose vessels […]
Join us for our annual get-together at the beautiful home of Jim and Peggy Senesac, located on the shore of Bald Eagle Lake in White Bear Lake. We'll welcome spring, share a meal and get to know our newest members with a modest Q&A. Weather permitting, there could be a pontoon ride on the lake! […]
Monthly organizational meeting; all members welcome to attend.Meeting Link: https://meet.goto.com/863004861
The St. Paul Squadron offers free vessel safety checks as a part of its service to the community. Boat owners who pass the inspection are provided with a decal to display. (The decal is simply an indication to law enforcement officials that all safety requirements were met at the time of inspection.) Owners whose vessels […]
BOAT HANDLING, which replaces Seamanship, is the next course to take if you’ve already taken an introductory boating class such as America’s Boating Course. The class will be conducted on Wednesdays over the course of six weeks, beginning May 1 through June 5.A written test will be given on Wednesday, June 12, for members who […]
The St. Paul Squadron offers free vessel safety checks as a part of its service to the community. Boat owners who pass the inspection are provided with a decal to display. (The decal is simply an indication to law enforcement officials that all safety requirements were met at the time of inspection.) Owners whose vessels […]
The St. Paul Squadron offers free vessel safety checks as a part of its service to the community. Boat owners who pass the inspection are provided with a decal to display. (The decal is simply an indication to law enforcement officials that all safety requirements were met at the time of inspection.) Owners whose vessels […]
Enjoy the Fourth of July holiday on the water with boating friends! Raft up with Steady Eddy, Sorceress and other boats for sun and fun during the day and fireworks at night. The gang will be near Stillwater by 3:00 on Thursday, July 4th. You can also anchor out overnight. If you've never rafted before, […]
Enjoy more fireworks on the water with boating friends! Raft up with Steady Eddy and other boats for sun and fun during the day and fireworks at night. The gang will be near Hudson by 3:00 on Sunday, July 7th. You can also anchor out overnight. If you've never rafted before, there will be experienced […]
Inviting Squadron members, family, friends & local boaters to enjoy a day of fellowship, fun and talking about boats - at a beautiful park along the St Croix River.Come rain or shine! We've reserved the shelter and the clubhouse.There will be special games and activities for kids and grandkids - and safe swimming! Bring them!Come […]
The 2024 District 10 Summer Rendezvous will be hosted by the Minnetonka Squadron. Lots of fun, water-based activities are planned, and a tour of "The Island" will be offered. Details should be available soon on the District 10 website.Plans are underway for the St. Paul Squadron to go as a group. Stay tuned for details, […]
Spirit of the St Croix Art Festival***Cocktails at St. Croix Marina***Dinner at the Postmark Grill***"The Drowsy Chaperone" at the Phipps Center for the Arts***Dessert back at the Marina***Spend a glorious early fall Saturday in historic Hudson, Wisconsin, with fellow boaters and friends!Join in for any or all of these activities that have become an anticipated […]
Brunch Potluck***Free Weather Seminar***We’re trying something new – a Brunch potluck! Then learn basic weather knowledge and how to use it to enhance your boating enjoyment and safety - FOR FREE! ABOUT the BRUNCH:9:15 Barista station opens for lattes, mochas, cappuccinos, espressos . . .9:45 Brunch is served!Hot cider and pancakes will be provided.Please feel […]
