DD 27                              DD 407                    DLG/ CG 31                 DDG 104   

Thanks to all who participated in last month's survey of your intentions for attending the Reunion.  It was a good response and provides a basis for your Reunion Committee to proceed with finalizing plans, such as arranging hotel facilities, possible bus charter to the Naval Base, etc.

The results are presented below: 

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Off watch - out on flight deck. Standing by for those heavy rolls!

South China Sea 1973               Courtesy of Shipmate Jim Faulkner

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Reunion Update:

The word is that the buffet menu for the banquet has been selected (it will soon be posted in the Reunion Guide) and that the DJ for Saturday evening is now on order.  Looking into arranging some group touring possiblities, including, hopefully, an opportunity to see the DDG-104.

There also seems to be agreement that active duty, early 90's and the Subic Era vets have the best prospect for "Dancing With the Stars" following the banquet, although there could be surprize entries among the 407's and DLG 31's. Unlike Portland, San Miquel should be available this time.

Be sure to visit the new 2009 Reunion Guide recently posted onto the Assocation's website. Here you will be able to register for the Reunion either:  by submitting an online form, with your payment through PayPal,  or by printing and completing a paper form and mailing it via USPS with a check. 

The Guide section also contains: an updated Reunion POD, info about the recommended hotel (with instructions for making reservations at the discounted rate), a few San Diego tourism portals, and where to address your Reunion-related questions.  

http://www.sterett.net/

Turns on a dime!

DDG 104 manuevers off California coast