31 MARCH 2022
From Skip Short:
>>>> Note to Sea Devil Crew <<<<
Ahoy Mateys,
Now hear this:
The deadline for having your subscription to the upcoming Sea Devil Reunion in my hands is April 15th.
**We need these in order to print up badges, reserve banquet seats, set the venue group size, reserve/ establish transportation etc.
**Without a badge you will not be allowed in the hospitality room and without a reservation you will not have a place reserved at any of the events or transportation.
Thank you very much for your attention to this.
Stay healthy and well and I look forward to seeing you at the reunion.
That is all.
Best Regards,
Skip (a.k.a. El Commandante Supremo)
253-670-5718
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10 FEB 2022
From Skip Short:
>> To SD Crew <<
Ahoy All Sea Devilers:
The hotel where this reunion is being held has had to increase its block of rooms to accommodate our demand. For this reason, it is recommended that you call for your reservations instead of using the previously provided link.
That number is 757 220-2250.
Again, please be sure to mention that you are attending the Sea Devil Reunion in order to get your discounted price. If you have any questions, please contact Skip Short. See you all soon!
That is All.
Best Regards,
Skip
253-670-5718
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25 JAN 2022
Flash Traffic from Skip Short:
>>>>>>>>> To Crew <<<<<<<<
Ahoy Mates,
I hope this note finds you all healthy, hearty and recovered from the holidays.
I just wanted to quickly remind everyone that our 10th Sea Devil Reunion on May 5th through the 7th is rapidly approaching, so now that the holiday craziness is over, don't forget to get your registration in as soon as possible. Doing so will help me and the rest of the SDR X committee with our planning and prep work (ordering beverages, making name tags, transportation reservations etc.)
The other issue I would like to share is that there has been a cost increase and slight menu reduction for the Saturday Banquet.
The cost increase ($17.08 per plate) is partially due to food costs, but largely due to the service charge and taxes per plate. This latter increase was my fault for not including these in the first place. I completely missed the very fine print at the bottom of the menu (cleverly placed below the hotel logo) and wrongly assumed the price included these for the Cafe style dinners.
In discussing this, the Reunion Committee felt it fair that we cover this increase with the Sea Devil Funds, so, you need not worry about this. We just felt we should share the information as an FYI. That said, those of you that can afford it and are so moved (especially after a couple beers) are welcome to throw a couple extra bucks in the 'Booze Kitty' in the Hospitality Room - but we want to emphasize that this is neither expected, nor necessary.
For the reduced menu, I've selected the following:
Entrees:
Herb Roasted Chicken (GF)
Roast Pork Loin
Sliced Herb Crusted Roast Beef
Vegetables:
Oven Roasted Potatoes
Southern Style Green Beans (GF)
Dessert
Cheesecake (set on table)
Notes:
1. A salad and rolls are still included.
2. I am asking about a Gluten Free desert.
I believe the above menu will still offer good variety and a delicious and filling meal.
Thanks for your time, shipmates.
We hope to see you all this May.
Best Regards,
Skip
253-670-5718
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SDR X ~ Flash Traffic
Date: 20 NOVEMBER 2021
Ahoy, Crewmates and Family,
The 10th Sea Devil Reunion Committee met on Saturday, Nov. 13th, and unanimously agreed to put the pandemic blues in our stern and commit to the planned May 4 (Wed) - 7 (Sat), 2022 dates.
As already announced this reunion will be in historic Williamsburg Virginia, with daily trips to Colonial Williamsburg on Thursday, the Mariner’s Museum on Friday and Historic Jamestown on Saturday. Also, for those that want, on Saturday afternoon, a quick trip to Jamestown Settlement.
Our Reunion Banquet will be on Saturday, the 7th.
In addition, as this reunion coincides with the 50th anniversary of his assumption of command of Sea Devil, Admiral Fountain would like to invite all those who cruised with him in those eventful years, together with their sweethearts, to dinner with him on Friday night, the 6th (the night before the Reunion Banquet). Uniform is shirts and slacks. Dinner and the first beer are on Admiral Fountain; after that you’re on your own!
Please find attached a 5 page PDF (See Below) which includes:
* Notes and instructions for each following page
* The Reunion Agenda with dates and times.
* The Registration form (to be returned with your check)
* A box lunch menu for the Mariner's Museum trip (to be returned if you attend the museum trip)
* A map of Ft. Magruder
Regarding the hotel, please use the following link for registering with Ft. Magruder, which will automatically provide you with a discounted rate:
Hotel specifics:
- Rates: Do not try to change the "Rate Applied" (currently set to group code 042121SEA). The rates will only go up. - Dates: The dates are defaulted to May 4 - 7, but can be adjusted to 2 days prior and post with the same discounts.
- Calling: If you decide to just call instead of reserving on line, be sure to mention that this is for the Sea Devil Reunion, or you wont get the lowest rates. This will also help with my head count.
- Trouble Reserving: If you have any problems, please call the hotel, note that this is for the Sea Devil Reunion and they will happily make the reservations. The Hotel Phone is: 757 220-2250
- Rooms: The rooms have either 2 doubles, or a single king. ADA rooms have 2 double beds.
- Check-in, Check-out: 4PM and 11AM, respectively.
- Mobility Issues: If you have mobility issues, please note the following:
* They have 12 ADA rooms, so you might want to reserve early to guarantee one of these
* You can request a room near the Banquet Hall to minimize your walking.
* They only have 3 wheelchairs available for reservation, so reserve early if you need one.
- Refunds: The hotel will provide a full refund if you cancel up to 3 days prior to your reservation.
* Skip will refund your banquet and all ‘Day Trip’ fees.
- Handy Links: See the handy Ft. Magruder Links below my signoff.
If you have an questions, or comments, please contact Skip at sethhead@comcast.net, or 253-670-5718.
Thanks for your attention, shipmates.
Stay healthy, well and may you and your loved ones have a wonderful Holiday Season.
Please contact Skip Short, or Fast Eddy, if you have any questions.
Celia and I send you and your loved ones our wish for health, well-being and a safe and Happy Holiday Season.
Best Regards,
Skip
cell: 253-670-5718
e-mail: sethhead@comcast.net
Ft. Magruder Links: Please use the following link for hotel registration, which will provide you with a discount and also help us keep track of attendance:
https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/trademark/williamsburg-virginia/fort-magruder-hotel-trademark-collection-by-wyndham/rooms-rates?brand_id=TQ&checkInDate=5%2F4%2F2022&checkOutDate=5%2F8%2F2022&useWRPoints=false&children=0&groupCode=042121SEA&iata=00093763&adults=1&rooms=1&referringBrand=ALL&cid=PS%3A9ic7tkqw2hjbjyo&loc=ChIJgaCdX1aIsIkRYn88JFZcP5M&sessionId=1611840001&fbclid=IwAR0teqo3EKg7-wPsMJPuiz18uE3lBWNf-W1QVFUzTNQg_ScfYcmvqyZZIno
Phone: 757 220-2250
Address: 6945 Pocahontas Trail; Williamsburg, VA 23185
Contact & Directions: http://www.fortmagruderhotel.com/contact-en.html
Generic Hotel Link: http://www.fortmagruderhotel.com/default-en.html
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SDRX May 2022 Reunion Package (pdf)
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