USSVI Keepers File

APRIL 29th --- MAY 1st 2004
SUBVETS 40th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

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Shipmates and Friends,

The members of Subvets Groton Base would like to invite all of our Shipmates and Friends and members of SUBVETS to our Anniversary Celebration scheduled for April 29th – May 1st 2004 in Groton, CT. This will be our third celebration, an event that many have enjoyed previously.

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  • GOLF TOURNAMENT
  • RETURN TO SUB SCHOOL/RECEPTION
  • SUBMARINE TOURS
  • ANNIVERSARY BANQUET
  • COSTS
  • ELIGIBILITY
  • SCHEDULE
  • REGISTRATION
  • HOTELS
  • OTHER THINGS TO SEE AND DO
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    The themes for this year’s Anniversary are 50 Year’s of Nuclear Power and the commissioning of the USS NAUTILUS (SSN- 571) as well as the 40th Anniversary of USSVI. Needless to say these two landmarks are cause for celebration.

    Pictures from our 38th Anniversary will give you an idea of the activities we plan to repeat this year. We are also planning to add activities which will make this the best Anniversary to date.

    These events have been well attended by Submariners and their families from across the country and as far away as HI. The past 4 Return to Submarine School events have filled up very fast. The past USSVI Anniversary Celebrations and Return to Submarine School events have been a huge success and good times were had by all.

                      WE REALLY HOPE TO SEE YOU HERE.

    If you should have any other questions, please contact either John Wynn, or myself.

    John "Gumba" Carcioppolo
    USSVI Groton Base "First and Finest"
    Base Commander

    The following will provide you with details of the activities.

    When is it?

    A variety of events are scheduled for 
    Thursday April 29th through Saturday May 1st.

    What activities are planned?

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    Subvets Scholarship Golf Tournament on April 29th

      We have scheduled our first tournament as part of the Anniversary Celebration. The tournament is open to all guests attending other Anniversary functions as well as those who choose to only play golf.

    Golfers will meet at 10 AM at the Pequot Golf Club in Stonington, CT. It will be a scatter format for 18 holes. The $55.00 fee per golfer includes greens fees, cart fees, and prizes. But most importantly, a portion of the cost will go towards the Subvets Scholarship Fund. Participants will also have food during and at the conclusion of the tournament.

    Additional information can be obtained from
    Ray Pollick at (860) 444-8782 (home),     (860) 535-1898 (work)

    Note: If weather conditions require cancellation of the Tournament, the portion of the charges unrelated to the scholarship fund will be reimbursed.

    SPONSORS We are seeking sponsors for each hole for the Golf Tournament. The sponsors can be members, businesses, or SUBVETS BASES.

    If you would like to sponsor a hole for the Golf Tournament,
    find out more here:  Sponsor letter       All sponsors, are greatly appreciated.

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    Return to Submarine School on April 30th

      This event enables Subvets and their guests to observe the advances in Submarine instruction and training over the years. It allows Submariners to reminisce about their personal experiences and to share camaraderie with other Submariners of our force – past, present and future.
      Return To Submarine School Link - USN link

    The Return to Submarine School will begin with participation in a Basic Submarine School Graduation held at Dealy Center at the US NAVAL Submarine Base in Groton.

    Links to: Basic Submarine School   and   US NAVAL Submarine Base

    Attendees will assemble at the USS NAUTILUS Museum at 7:30 AM and will be bussed to Dealy Center.

    After the ceremony attendees will break up into different groups to tour various facilities at the school, including Basic Submarine School at Wilkenson Hall, the Dive and Drive Trainers, the Escape Trainers, the DC Wet Trainer and other trainers, based on availability on the day of the tour.

    The visit will include lunch at the galley.

    NOTE: The Return to Submarine School event is limited to 125 attendees.

    (See below for other restrictions*)

    Reception on April 30th

      After the SUBSCHOOL Tour, attendees are welcome to a catered reception at the Groton Base Clubhouse at 40 School Street. We also welcome wives, children and friends of attendees who did not attend the Subschool activities to rejoin you at the reception.

    Later that evening the original “Brother of the Phin” Singer, Song Writer, and Submariner Bobby Reed will take to the big stage at 40 School Street to provide entertainment.

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    Submarine Tours on May 1st

      Arrangements are being made for tours of one or more in port Submarines. The tours will last approximately 90 minutes and participants will depart the USS NAUTILUS Museum at 9AM.

    (See below for restrictions*)

    RESTRICTIONS

    * NOTE: The Subschool Tour and Boat Tour are strictly dependent on Base Security conditions and can be cancelled without notice.

    To comply with the security requirements of Subase, New London, only those participants registered by Friday, April 16, 2004 will be allowed on the Subschool Tour and/or Boat Tour.

    There can be no exceptions.

    To be eligible participants must provide their date of birth and nationality on the registration form and must bring a  picture ID to the functions.

    The number permitted to tour a boat on May 1st has not been determined at this time.

    If all those signed up for the tour can not be accommodated, a drawing will be held to select those who may and preference will be given to Submarine Veterans.

    Those wishing to tour a boat must be physically able to climb up and down two decks on vertical ladders.

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    USSVI Anniversary Banquet on May 1st

      On Saturday evening we will host a formal dinner at the Port & Starboard banquet room on Ocean Beach in New London to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of USSVI. The evening will also have a serious side as we remember the 50th Anniversary of the commissioning of the USS NAUTILUS and 50 years of being “Underway on Nuclear Power”.

    The program will include a performance by the Mystic Highland Pipe Band, a “Tolling of the Boats” and a guest speaker. After the formal program we will be rocking and rolling to the tunes of Atlantic Coast Entertainment

    The guest speaker for this year's banquet is RADM Maurice Rindskopf.

    Admiral Rindskopf commissioned USS DRUM (SS-228) and made 11 war patrols onboard. He eventually commanded DRUM and received the Navy Cross, Bronze Star, and Silver Star. He Commanded SEACAT (SS-399), Destroyer HIGBEE (DDR-806), Submarine Division 11, Submarine Tender FULTON, and Submarine Flotillas 2 and 8. Shore duty included the Submarine School Staff, The Bureau Of Ordnance, CO Submarine School, Staff CINCPAC, Deep Submergence Program Coordinator in OPNAV, and several tours in Intelligence, including one as Director of Naval Intelligence.

    For his service after the war, he earned the Legion Of Merit and the Distinguished Service medal. He retired in 1972.

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    Activity
    Cost
    Per Person
    What are the costs?
     
    The costs for the activities are
    Registration (for administrative costs) 
    *** Golf Tournament
    Submarine School Tour & Reception
    Reception Only
    Submarine Tour
    Anniversary Banquet
    $5.00 
    $55.00
    $15.00
    $10.00
    Free
    $35.00
    *** Those only participating in the golf
    tournament and no other activities
    are not required to pay the registration fee.

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    Who can attend?

      The events are open to all submarine veterans and their guests. You do not have to be a member of U.S. SUBVETS, In addition past USS NAUTILUS crew members and their families are encouraged to attend due to the significance of this year’s celebration.

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    What is the schedule?

      The following agenda of events is being scheduled.

      Thursday, April 29th

      10:00 am Scholarship Golf Tournament Pequot Golf Club

      Friday, April 30th

      7:15 - 7:30am Meet for Return to Submarine School NAUTILUS parking lot. 

      8:00am Commence Return to Submarine School, Basic Submarine School Graduation. Dealy Center

      11:00am - 1pm Lunch at the Base Chow Hall

      4pm Return to Submarine School Reception at SUBVETS 40 School Street

      8pm Bobby Reed performance at the club

      Saturday, May 1st

      6pm SUBVETS 38th Anniversary Celebration Banquet Cocktail Hour
      Port and Starboard Banquet Room, Ocean Beach New London.

      NOTE: THIS LINK CONTAINS VERY GOOD DIRECTIONS TO THE BANQUET ROOM.

      6:45pm BANQUET PROGRAM

      7:30pm Dinner

      8:30pm Guest Speaker

      9pm – 12 am Music and Dancing to Atlantic Coast Entertainment

    BANQUET NOTE:

    There will be a photographer (Jerry Sims) available to take pictures of couples, or individuals as desired. He does very good work. In the past he has provided services for the local Navy Birthday Ball, and Submarine Birthday Ball.

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    How do I attend?

    Go to the link below for the Registration Form.

    Complete the form in entirety, and mail the Registration form, and a check written to U.S. SUBVETS to the address indicated on the form.

    Please print legibly.

    You will receive a confirmation upon receipt of your check and money order.

    REGISTRATION FORM        CLICK HERE for the registration form

    The form is in MS/WORD format (File size 38kb) and can be downloaded, completed and mailed with your check for events that you are planning on attending.

    Mail to the address provided on the form.

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    Where can I Stay?

    HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS

    BEST WESTERN

    Arrangements have been made with the Best Western Olympic Inn, located on Route 12 in Groton. Exactly half way between 40 School Street and SUBASE New London.

    Rates for guests attending the return to Subschool and/or the Anniversary Celebration are as follows:

      Thurs Night and Fri Night $65.00 vs normal rates of $109.00

      Sat Night $109.00 vs normal rates of $129.00

      For each night stayed you get a $10.00 voucher that can be used in the bar or restaurant.

      The telephone number for reservations is (800) 622-7766

      Rooms must be reserved with a credit card, and just mention U.S. SUBMARINE VETERANS to get the discount rates.

    The hotel is located on U.S. SUBMARINE VETERANS MEMORIAL HIGHWAY
    (AKA route 12).

    It is easy to get to and is just 5 minutes away from SUBASE, or SUBVETS. It is less than 1/2 hour from the nearby Mohegan Sun, and Foxwoods Casino's and less than 1/2 hour from the attractions in Mystic. It is probably 45 minutes from Ben Bastura's place.

    It is a nice hotel, and there is a bar and restaurant, pool etc. on the premises.

    Rooms will be held at the reduced rate until 15 April

    HAMPTON INN

    Arrangements have also been made with The Hampton Inn, 300 Long Hill Rd, Groton CT 06340

    Rates for guests attending the return to Subschool and/or the Anniversary Celebration are as follows:

    $109.00 per night

    The telephone number for reservations is (800) HAMPTON

    Just mention U.S. SUBMARINE VETERANS to get the discount rates.

    Rooms will be held at the reduced rate until 29 March

    GROTON INN AND SUITES

    The other hotel is the Groton Inn & Suites, Route 184, Groton CT 06340

    Rates for guests attending the return to Subschool and/or the Anniversary Celebration are as follows:

    Room with 2 doubles or 1 king $80.00

    Deluxe Suite                               $91.80

    The telephone number for reservations is 1-800-452-2191

    Rooms will be held at the reduced rate until 29 March.

    Information is also provided below in LOCAL ATTRACTIONS.

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    OTHER THINGS TO SEE AND DO

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