The Anchor - Early Spring 2014

Early Spring 2014

The Anchor Do More. Care More. Be More.

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• Happy Spring, Anchors!

• 2014 Anchor Leadership Summit Registration Information & Schedule of Events • Anchor Partnership Opportunities • Nominate an Outstanding Anchor • 2014 Anchor Awards • Anchor News & Announcements

Ahoy & Happy Spring, Anchors!

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ell, after a long, cold winter everywhere, it seems that Spring has FINALLY SPRUNG! We hope that you all enjoyed your recent Anchor District Conventions, and we know that you are busy planning and executing your final projects for this school year. We hope that many of you have partnered with your local Safe Kids Worldwide coalition to help promote the upcoming 2014 Safe Kids Day on April 12! For more information about Safe Kids Day and how you can get involved, please see page 3 of this newsletter.

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ust as you all are preparing for your final projects and for your final quarter of the semester, Pilot International is busy planning this year's 2014 Anchor Leadership Summit - JUST FOR YOU! This year's event is sure to be the most exciting and informative yet with a visit from guest speaker Jacqueline Cornaby, educational seminars about Pilot's ABC initiatives, fun and fulfilling hands-on service projects, presentation of the 2014 Anchor Awards and MORE!

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his issue of The Anchor is chock full of information about this year's Anchor Leadership Summit including the required registration forms and this year's schedule of events. For even MORE information, please visit the Pilot International Website under I'm an Anchor > 2014 Anchor Leadership Summit [http://bit.ly/anchor_2014Summit]. There you will not only find downloadable (interactive) versions of the information contained in this newsletter but also valuable travel tips, hotel reservation information, details about optional tours and the Chicago Dine Around progressive dinner event. Please note that all optional tours and the Chicago Dine Around event require pre-registration and an accompanying adult.

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or more information about the 2014 Anchor Leadership Summit or for any Anchor questions or concerns, please contact us at anchor@pilothq.org. We can't wait to see you in Chicago in July! Happy Spring and Anchors Aweigh!

YOU'RE INVITED! Join us for the 2014 Anchor Leadership Summit July 2-6, 2014 •Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers Chicago, Illinois This summer, Pilots and Anchors from around the globe will gather together to Celebrate their Gifts and Celebrate the Gift of their organizations!

Come learn how to share your gifts with others and

Celebrate the Gift of Anchor!

What people are saying about the Anchor Leadership Summit...

"My favorite part of the 2013 Anchor Leadership Summit was the enthusiasm of [our leaders] and Missy Ridgway.

I would have liked to hear more from them!" • Betsy, Florida Anchor "We learned an awareness of how to interact with others based on our personal leadership style and when working in teams to use each members strengths. I also liked experiencing the diversity of Anchor members from different places." • Elizabeth, Florida Anchor "Attending the Anchor Leadership Summit showed me that with just a couple of ideas and a bunch of passionate teens, we can create amazing new service projects" • Anonymous Anchor Attendee

"I will tell my friends to join Anchor and go experience the Anchor Leadership Summit as I had an experience that can't be matched. It was a wonderful new look into our organization and interacting with Anchors from different countries made for a great atmosphere of fun." • Destiny, Bahamas Anchor "I grew up some at Anchor Leadership Summit being away from my parents. I gained new leadership skills and empowerment to do anything if I set my mind to it. Go to Summit! It will be the time of your life!" • Jamie, Mississippi Anchor "I learned that brainstorming is an important leadership skill and I loved taking an active part in the Summit service project we did." • Yuma, Japan Anchor

Don't Miss Out! Come See What it's All About!

Come to Laugh! Come to Learn!

Come and Celebrate the Gift of Anchor!

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2014 Anchor Leadership Summit Schedule of Events Wednesday, July 2 10:00 - 5:30 PM 12:30 PM - 5 PM 4:00 - 5 PM

4:30 - 5:30 PM 6:15 - 7:00PM

7:00 - 8:30 PM

9:00 - 9:30 PM 9:30 - 10:15 PM

Registration Open Area Tours (pre-registration and accompanying adult required) District Anchor Coordinators’ Meeting Rehearsal for Opening Celebration Anchors’ Fundraiser for Opening Celebration (selling glowsticks) Opening Celebration (see inset: Gift Exchange) Anchor Meeting Anchors Attend Pilot District Meetings

Thursday, July 3

8:30 - 10:15 AM 10:30 -12:30 PM 12:30 - 1:30 PM 1:30 - 2:00 PM

Anchor General Session Includes “Being Engaged” with Guest Speaker Jacqueline Cornaby “Do More” Service Project Includes Painting Mural for Childrens’ Hospital, IMD Guest House Goody Bags, Making Cards for Caregivers Lunch Prepare for “Get Real” Presentation for Pilot

“Celebrating You” Gift Exchange

All Pilots, Co-Pilots and Anchors who plan to attend the luncheon on Friday are asked to bring an unwrapped gift (<$5) to the Opening Celebration and hand it to a Doorkeeper. These gifts must be labeled with your contact information (name and cell phone number). These gifts will be placed on the tables at Friday’s luncheon. At the luncheon, members can contact the person whose gift is at their seat and have an opportunity to meet and make a new Pilot friend! Pilots will be encouraged to take “selfies” with their new friend. These snapshots of new friendships formed will be displayed during Convention.

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General Session Attend PI General Session Includes Anchor Awards, Recognitions, Freedom’s Foundation slide show, “Get Real” Presentation, Safe Kids, Project Lifesaver Cultural Exchange Setup Cultural Exchange Pilots & Navigators Invited Dinner & Evening OPEN Enjoy it with Sponsoring Pilots, Family & Friends

2:15 - 3:30 PM

3:30 - 4:15 PM 4:15 - 5:15 PM 5:00 PM

Friday, July 4 8:30 - 11:00 AM

11:15 AM - 12PM 12:00 PM 1:00- 4:00 PM

4:30 - 5:00 PM 5:30 PM

“Do More” Service Project, continued Anchor General Session “Care More” Education on PI Initiatives & Programs “Celebrating You” Luncheon Anchor General Session “Be More” Leadership Training Presentations Dinner & Evening OPEN Enjoy it with Sponsoring Pilots, Family & Friends Chicago Dine Around (pre-registration and accompanying adult required)

Saturday, July 5 9:00 - 10:30 AM 10:30 AM - 11 AM 11:00 - 12:30PM 12:30 - 1:30 PM 2:00 - 3:00 PM 3:15 - 3:45 PM 4:00 - 4:30 PM 7:00 PM

Anchor General Session “Do More” Service Project Presentations, Guest Speakers Break Anchor General Session Safe Kids Worldwide Guest Speaker, Teambuilding Lunch Teambuilding Presentations Break - Kona-Ice Truck “Celebrating the Gift of Anchor” Closing Session Installation Banquet

2014 Anchor Leadership Summit Registration Form Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers, July 2 - 6, 2014

REGISTRATION TYPE - CHOOSE ONE. SUBMIT ONE REGISTRATION FORM FOR EACH ATTENDEE. Anchor

Parent/Chaperone

Anchor Advisor

Registration Fee $235* * After June 1 - $352.50 Registration Fee includes General Sessions, Business Meetings, Anchor Materials & Activities Fees, Luncheon & Banquet.

FIRST NAME

Registration Fee $185 Registration Fee includes General Sessions, Business Meetings, Anchor Materials, Luncheon & Banquet. Anchor Activities Fees additional charge.

LAST NAME

PREFERRED NAME FOR BADGE

MAILING ADDRESS

CITY

STATE

ZIP

ANCHOR CLUB OF (SPECIFY NAME)

DISTRICT

HAVE YOU ATTENDED A PREVIOUS ANCHOR SUMMIT?

YES

CELL PHONE

GRADE 2014-2015 NO

If Advisor or Parent/Chaperone, please specify the name of the Anchor and/or Club with whom you are attending: Do you require special assistance? If so, please describe.

Emergency Contact Name & Phone Number

ARRIVAL DATE:

JUNE 30

JULY 1

DEPARTURE DATE (please specify):

JULY 2

Optional Chicago Area Guided Tours Wednesday Afternoon, July 2, 2014

Please indicate number of tickets required. You may choose only one Wednesday tour option.

Youth under 18 years old must be accompanied by a ticketed adult.

Early registration required as space is limited. You will be notified if your selected tour is unavailable.

Visit http://www.pilotinternational.org/imapilot/convention/toursandspecialevents for more information.

Architecture Tour - $55/ea

#____

Approx. 4-5 hrs. combination river/lake cruise and driving tour with photo stops and entry into 2-3 significant buildings.

Neighborhood Tour - $40/ea #____

Approx. 4-5 hrs. guided “off the beaten path” tour to explore, shop and snack in some of Chicago’s more unique neighborhoods.

Extra Event Tickets

Please specify number of additional tickets required, and add to registration total.

Friday

Luncheon ($50/each)

DAYTIME PHONE

PREFERRED EMAIL ADDRESS

Registration Fee $50 Registration Fee includes Business Meetings & Anchor Materials.

Luncheon, Banquet, Anchor Activities Fees additional charge.

City Highlights Tour - $40/ea #____

Approx. 4-5 hrs. guided tour including Chicago’s “Loop,” the Lakefront, Magnificent Mile and many other exciting areas.

Chicago Snack Tour - $60/ea #____ Approx. 4-5 hrs. guided tour similar to Neighborhoods and Highlights tours but with stops at unique local eateries.

#____

Saturday

Installation Banquet ($70/each) #____

Registration Fee Summary

Please fill out the following summary to determine your registration fee total. Enclose a check for the total amount, OR complete the required credit card information box at the bottom of this page. Registration is not complete until payment is received. Please contact the hotel directly to reserve and pay for your room.

Basic Registration Fee Amount: $_____

Late Fee (If Applicable): Extra Luncheon Ticket Amount Total: #_____ TICKETS

@$50/ea =

+ $_____

+ $_____

Extra Installation Banquet Ticket Amount Total: #_____ @$70/ea = + $_____ TICKETS

Optional Wednesday Tour Ticket Amount Total: #____ @$_____ /ea = + $_____ TICKETS

Add $5 if paying by credit card:

+ $_____

Registration Total: = $_________ Check Enclosed

Paying by Credit Card *** See information below. ***

*** Complete if paying by Credit Card (add $5 to total amount for credit card processing fees): *** VISA

MASTERCARD

AMERICAN EXPRESS

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ACCOUNT NUMBER NAME ON CARD

Additional Information Next Page

EXP. DATE CSC#

Important Hotel & Transportation Information Room rates at the Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers are $179 plus tax (total $208.36) per night for international convention attendees.

The rate is good for three days prior and three days after the event.

Parking charges are $51 (valet) and $45 (self-park) per day which includes the discount given for convention attendees.

Personal transportation is not required in Chicago. Public transportation and taxi services are easily accessible, and many attractions are within walking distance of the event hotel. Taxi and shuttle services are also available directly to/ from Chicago Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hare Airport. Please consider utilizing pre-flight services such as ParkRideFlyUSA (http://www.parkrideflyusa.com/) to secure local airport parking and book shuttle service to and from the hotel. If you choose to stay at a hotel OTHER than the convention hotel, please add $100 to each registration fee. Our complimentary meeting space is based on the number of Pilot rooms sold at the convention hotel. CANCELLATION POLICY: Registration fee - less $75.00 handling charge - will be refunded if your written cancellation is received by Pilot International Headquarters by June 1, 2014.

Completing this registration form DOES NOT reserve your room at the event hotel.

You must make separate reservations directly with the Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers.

You may reserve your room online by clicking the following link: http://bit.ly/pilot_2014HotelReservations or by calling the Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers directly at (312) 464-1000.

2014 Anchor Leadership Summit Permission Slip AND

2014 Anchor Leadership Summit Youth Information Form

must be completed for each Anchor in attendance.

Complete and return these forms to PI Headquarters along with this Registration Form.

An Anchorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s registration is NOT COMPLETE until these additional documents have been received.

Send one completed Registration Form for each individual registering to: Pilot International Headquarters 102 Preston Court, Macon, GA 31210, or FAX (478) 477-6978, or register online at

http://www.pilotinternational.org/imapilot/convention/ registration.

Checks payable to Pilot International or applicable Credit Card information as requested on the Registration Form must accompany registration.

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2014 Anchor Leadership Summit Permission Slip Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers, July 2 - 6, 2014

(Please Print Legibly)

I, ______________________________________________________________________, as the legal guardian(s) of

_____________________________________________do consent to his/her involvement in the 2014 Anchor Leadership Summit, an Anchor International activity of Pilot International, 102 Preston Court, Macon, GA, 31210.

The undersigned does also hereby give permission for our (my) youth to ride in any vehicle driven by an approved ADULT chaperone or by professional transportation services while attending and participating in activities sponsored by Pilot International. My youth and I understand that SEAT BELTS SHALL BE WORN AT ALL TIMES during transportation. The undersigned does also hereby give permission for our (my) youth to participate in any off-site activities sponsored by Pilot International while accompanied and supervised by an approved ADULT chaperone.

I also give my permission for the leadership of the 2014 Anchor Leadership Summit event to admit my child to medical care facilities and give my authorization for my youth to be treated immediately if an injury or illness should occur while participating in 2014 Anchor Leadership Summit related activities.

I do not hold Pilot International or any of its leadership responsible in any way for any incident or accident that may occur while participating in 2014 Anchor Leadership Summit activities. (Please use the space below to explain any other additional or helpful information you feel we should be aware ofâ&#x20AC;Ś i.e. allergies, asthma, medications, etc.*)

I have read and fully understand the above permission slip, and I do want my youth to be allowed to participate in the 2014 Anchor Leadership Summit and its activities.

Signature (Legal Guardian): ______________________________________________________________________ Printed Name: _________________________________________________ Date: ____________________________ Medical Insurance & Policy Company Name: ___________________________________________________ Policy #: ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Phone #: (____) _____-________ Alt/Emergency #: (____) _____-________

*Helpful Information: _____________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________________

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2014 Anchor Leadership Summit Youth Information Form Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers, July 2 - 6, 2014

(Copy of health insurance card must be attached to this form. See second page.) _________________________________________ ___________________ ______________ Male Female Full Name Youth Phone # Date of Birth _____________________________________________________ ________________________________________________ Street Address City/State/Zip _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________ Name of Responsible Advisor/Chaperone Responsible Adult Cell #

Family Information:

Mother’s Name _________________________________________ Father’s Name _________________________________________ Mother’s Social Security # ____________________________ Father’s Social Security # _____________________________ Address (if not same)__________________________________ Address (if not same)__________________________________ Occupation _____________________________________________ Occupation _____________________________________________ Work Phone ____________________________________________ Work Phone ____________________________________________ Cellular/pager # _______________________________________ Cellular/pager # _______________________________________ Siblings Names and Ages: __________________________________________________________________________

Emergency Information:

Dietary or health restrictions: _____________________________________________________________________ Doctor: _____________________________________________________ Phone: ________________________________ Medications taken on a daily or regular basis: ___________________________________________________ List any physical or medical conditions requiring special attention: ___________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Allergies ___________________________ Medications _________________ Date of Last Tetanus _________ Insurance Company ______________________________________________ Phone__________________________ Address _______________________________________________________________________________ Policy # ________________________________________ Group # _______________________________ (You must attach a copy of front & back of current health insurance card. See second page of this form.)

ADDITIONAL EMERGENCY CONTACT: Name _____________________________________________________ Relationship ___________________________ Address __________________________________________________________________ Phone ___________________

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Additional Information Next Page

2014 Anchor Leadership Summit Youth Release/Medical Information Form Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers, July 2 - 6, 2014 (Copy of health insurance card must be attached.)

By my signature, I ________________________________________________________________ the parent or legal guardian of ____________________________________________________whose social security # is ____________________________ grant my permission for him/her to participate fully in any activities or trips sponsored by Pilot International. I understand that my signature carries with it the following: 1. An authorization of any of the adult leaders to obtain necessary medical attention and/or treatment and hospital services as ordered or recommended by a qualified attending physician, including the administration of an anesthetic, laboratory procedures, medical or surgical treatment, x-ray examination, or other hospital services for my son/daughter.

2. I knowingly RELEASE, ABSOLVE, INDEMNIFY and HOLD HARMLESS Pilot International from liability for all claims that might result from injury or death of my dependent/child. â&#x20AC;&#x153;All Claimsâ&#x20AC;? means all existing, future, known, and unknown claims, demands, causes of action, obligations and liabilities of every kind, whether in contract or in tort, or arising under or by virtue of any statute or regulation, that are now recognized by law or that may be created or recognized in the future by any manner, including but not limited to, all causes of action asserted , all causes of action asserted or which could have been asserted in a cause of action or any others, for past, present, future, known, and unknown personal injuries, property damage, and all other losses, damages, or remedies of any kind that are now recognized by law or that may be created or recognized in the future by any manner, including without limitation by statute, regulation, or judicial decision, including but not limited to the following: all actual damages, all exemplary and punitive damages, all penalties of any kind, loss of consortium, damage to familiar relations, ensuing death, loss of inheritance, loss of companionship, loss of society and affection, loss of enjoyment of life, and prejudgment and postjudgment interest. This agreement pertains to all programs and activities of Pilot International, including those where transportation is provided.

3. I knowingly RELEASE, ABSOLVE, INDEMNIFY and HOLD HARMLESS all employees, agents, or members of Pilot International from all claims that might result from any injury or death of any minor.

4. Should medical help be needed, I agree to pay either directly or through my own personal health and accident insurance policy all medical or hospital costs occurring to my child/dependent.

5. Special Needs/Additional Comments ____________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Signature of parent/legal guardian _________________________________________________________________________________ Printed name of parent/legal guardian ________________________________________________ Date ____________________ P 8

•••••••••••• Anchor Partnership News •••••••••••• CALLING ALL ANCHOR CLUBS! Get ready for Safe Kids Day 2014!

WHAT IS SAFE KIDS DAY?

Safe Kids Day is an annual fundraising, awareness, and event initiative to keep kids safe from preventable injuries, the #1 killer of kids in the United States. In April 2014, Safe Kids Worldwide and our partners will be working at the local and national levels to promote child injury prevention and motivate families in communities everywhere to join us in keeping kids safe.

WHEN IS SAFE KIDS DAY? For 2014, the national Safe Kids Day is April 12.

This day is important for focusing awareness and marketing efforts. However, please feel free to plan your events and awareness campaign for when works best for you, your community, and your local coalition. Anytime in the weeks surrounding April 12 will work well to coincide with the national campaign.

Safe Kids Worldwide has prepared a full toolkit for clubs to use in preparation for Safe Kids Day 2014 that can be found on the Pilot International Website.

The kit includes: • A Safe Kids Day handbook • A powerpoint for clubs to use to introduce potential supporters to Safe Kids Day • Customizable letters to Corporate Prospects, Foundation Prospects and Individuals • Talking points to use with potential supporters • A customizable Thank You letter To find out more about SafeKids and how your club can get involved, visit them on the web at www. safekids.org or like them on Facebook!

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FREEDOMS FOUNDATION at Valley Forge Pilot International is a proud sponsor of the Spirit of America Youth Leadership Conference in February 2014, and several Anchors and Anchor Sponsors were in attendance at this year's event.

(above) Back L-R: Thomas Jefferson, Ashley Perry, McKenzie Harper, Ben Peters, Harleigh Bass, (an Anchor from Pennsylvania), Robin Peters, Amanda (Gatewood Anchor), Alexander Hamilton

(above) Ashley Perry signing the Declaration of Independence at the Vespers/Signing Ceremony

MAKE PLANS NOW TO TAKE PART IN NEXT YEAR'S CONFERENCE SO YOU TOO CAN EXPERIENCE THIS UNIQUE AND INSPIRING EVENT!

FREEDOMS FOUNDATION HAS A NEW WEBSITE! Check out all this outstanding organization has to offer at www.freedomsfoundation.org.

Do you know an “Outstanding” Anchor? Tell Us! Anchors are Amazing People!

Anchors give of themselves each and every day and joyfully answer the call to serve, whenever or wherever it comes. In all four corners of the globe, Anchors are hard at work not only doing the good deeds of Anchor Clubs but also leading outstanding individual lives.

Anchors are Unique Individuals!

Each member brings his or her own set of skills and experiences and offers their special talents to the benefit of their club and their community at large. Without a doubt, Anchor club members are out there right now making outstanding and lasting contributions, leading lives of distinction that deserve recognition. Every Anchor is special. And every one of you is vital to our organization.

We want to share their stories!

Outstanding Anchors from around the globe will be honored in quarterly in upcoming editions of The Pilot Log or online monthly on the Pilot International Website. What makes a member “Outstanding?” That is for YOU to decide! Do you have a special member in your club who leads the kind of life you believe would inspire others? Does that person contribute to his or her society outside of the club in a way you feel is especially important? Do you have a member in your club with a unique talent or someone who has made a name for themselves in a singular and positive way outside of their work with Anchor? Then tell us!

To nominate a club member as an Outstanding Anchor, write to us and tell us in 500 words or less why you think your nominee should be honored. To submit your entry (with photographs of your nominee if possible), please visit the I’m An Anchor > Outstanding Anchor page on the Pilot International Website or email Alison Coons, Director of Communications and Editor of the Pilot Log, at alison@pilothq.org. If you do not have access to email, please mail your story to Alison Coons at Pilot International Headquarters, 102 Preston Court, Macon, GA 31210 or send via fax to (478) 477-6978. Submissions will be reviewed and selections made by the Pilot International Executive Committee. We want to hear from you!

nal Awards o i t a n r e t A nchor In

We are excited to announce that more awards have been added to the 2013-14 Anchor Award program! There will be cash awards and scholarships available to the winners, and all will receive their awards at the Anchor Leadership Summit in Chicago this coming July.

• Applications are forthcoming and will be located on the website under Anchor Resources/Anchor Club Awards Information.

• Most applications are due May 1st in order to be eligible for consideration.

• Winners will be notified by June 1st so they can make arrangements to join us in Chicago!

Please email anchor@pilothq.org with questions about awards and scholarships.

A detailed listing of all new Anchor Awards can be found on the next page.

Anchor is EVERYWHERE – Find us at the following:

@AnchorClubs #AnchorService

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Anchor Clubs International #AnchorService

@AnchorClubs #AnchorService

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ANCHOR CLUB OPERATIONS UPDATES...

The NEW Anchor Club Handbook is now available on the Pilot International Website under Anchor Resources/ Anchor Operational Resources.

International dues were to be at headquarters on November 1st. Are you tardy with this obligation of membership?

Be sure to get them in ASAP and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget to send in completed Anchor Membership forms (on website) along with dues and insurance fees of $14 per Anchor. If you have questions regarding International Dues, please contact PI Anchor Coordinator Missy Ridgway at mhridgway@gmail.com or Bonnie Millirans at bonnie@pilothq.org.

WE WANT TO SHARE YOUR NEWS!

Anchors around the world are busy every day doing wonderful work and superb service in their schools and in their communities.

Share your stories! Share your ideas!

We want to hear from YOU! Send your news items (short descriptions with high resolution pictures and captions are preferred) to anchor@pilothq.org to see your club featured in an upcoming Pilot or Anchor publication.

WE WANT TO KEEP IN TOUCH!

Does your club have a Facebook page or Twitter or Instagram account?

Send your link or username to anchor@pilothq.org, and we will LIKE and FOLLOW you!

Remember to tag your posts with #AnchorService so everyone can see what your awesome club has been up to lately!

You never know what good works your good works might inspire!

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Remember! Pilot International is always available and eager to assist with all your Anchor Club questions and needs. Contact us anytime at anchor@pilothq.org.