RECOGNITION ON A NATIONAL LEVEL

Portland Propeller Club's very own Capt Bill Van Voorhis receiving his very derserved award.  He was recognized at the National level for his outstanding efforts in his role as VP of Student ports.  Capt Bill had 24 students at this years convention held in New Orleans October 2012 and each one took back with them the understanding of what it means to be part of such a great organization.  Bill visits maritime schools all over the US and brings the club to them with all the networking information for them to excel in thier career after graduation.   I will say i was honored to be sitting at his table with him this past week. The Portland club was in New Orleans represented by Capt Sandy Dunbar, Capt Bill Van Voorhis and Sean Petty.  Bill receiving his award and Sandy and Bill both swarn into his newest position on the officers seat at the national level. good times and great company.  Well done by both. Congratulations!