Summer 2014
The Anchor Do More. Care More. Be More.
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• Letter from New PI Anchor Specialist Jennifer Whitehead • 2014 Anchor Leadership Summit Schedule of Events, Registration and Programming Information • Nominate an Outstanding Anchor • Anchor News & Announcements
Summer's Almost Here, Anchors!
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hope you had a productive and wonderful school year. I’m sure you’re excited about the fun of summer approaching. Please allow me to introduce myself. My name is Jennifer Whitehead, and I am the new Anchor Specialist at Pilot International Headquarters. I live on a small piece of farmland and enjoy gardening and love animals. I have been happily married for 13 years and have three children, 11 year-old twins and a 7 year-old. I can’t wait to learn more about you! I am so excited to be a part of such an amazing group of young people who are not just sitting around talking, but taking action in their communities. You are amazing!
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s the excitement of summer approaches, we are busy preparing for this year’s Second Annual 2014 Anchor Leadership Summit – JUST FOR ANCHORS! We hope you can join us for this wonderful experience in Chicago, with guest speaker Jacqueline Cornaby, education and leadership seminars, fun hands-on service projects, the presentation of 2014 Anchor Awards, Cultural Exchange, and More! This is a great opportunity for our anchors to spend time with each other as well as Pilot Clubs from around the globe.
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ecause we at PIHQ believe this leadership summit, held in conjunction with the PI Conference, is an enriching and enlightening experience for our bright young anchors, we ask that each club consider sponsoring at least one anchor, covering their registration fee in order to help them attend this year’s Conference. This is an wonderful opportunity to help lead and encourage these amazing young people. For more information about the 2014 Anchor Leadership Summit or for any Anchor questions or concerns, please contact us at anchor@pilothq.org, or email me directly at jennifer@ pilothq.org. We can’t wait to see you AND your anchors in Chicago this July! Have a wonderful and safe summer!
In Pilot & Anchor Friendship,
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Jennifer Whitehead PI Anchor Specialist
Jennifer Whitehead, PI Anchor Specialist
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 (updated May 15, 2014)
Wednesday, July 2 10:00 - 5:30 PM 12:30 PM - 5 PM 4:30 - 5:30 PM 4:30 - 5:30 PM 6:15 - 7:00PM 7:00 - 8:30 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
For more information about the Opening Celebration Gift Exchange see page 4. 9:00 - 9:30 PM 9:30 - 10:15 PM
Anchor Meeting Anchors Attend Pilot District Meetings
Thursday, July 3
8:30 - 10:15 AM
Anchor General Session Includes “Being Engaged” with Guest Speaker Jacqueline Cornaby 10:30 -12:30 PM “Do More” Service Project Includes Painting Mural for Childrens’ Hospital, Making Cards for Caregivers For more information about the Hospital Art Project see page 4. 12:30 - 1:30 PM 1:30 - 2:00 PM 2:15 - 3:30 PM
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Lunch Prepare for “Get Real” Presentation for Pilot General Session Attend PI General Session Includes Anchor Awards, Recognitions, Freedom’s Foundation slide show, “Get Real” Presentation, Safe Kids, Project Lifesaver
3:30 - 4:15 PM Cultural Exchange Setup 4:15 - 5:15 PM Cultural Exchange Pilots & Navigators Invited For more information about the Cultural Exchange see page 11. 5:15 PM Dinner & Evening OPEN Enjoy it with Sponsoring Pilots, Family & Friends Possible time to visit nearby Navy Pier. For more information about Navy Pier, see page 4.
Friday, July 4 8:30 - 11:00 AM
“Do More” Service Project, continued 11:15 AM - 12PM Anchor General Session “Care More” Education on PI Initiatives & Programs 12:00 PM “Celebrating You” Luncheon 1:00- 4:00 PM Anchor General Session “Be More” Leadership Training Presentations 4:00 PM Dinner & Evening OPEN Enjoy it with Sponsoring Pilots, Family & Friends 5:30 PM Chicago Dine Around (preregistration and accompanying adult required)
Saturday, July 5 9:00 - 10:30 AM
Anchor General Session “Do More” Service Project Presentations, Guest Speakers 10:30 AM - 11 AM Break 11:00 - 12:30PM Anchor General Session Safe Kids Worldwide Guest Speaker, Teambuilding 12:30 - 1:30 PM Lunch 2:00 - 3:00 PM Teambuilding Presentations 3:15 - 3:45 PM Break (with Frozen Treats) 4:00 - 4:30 PM “Celebrating the Gift of Anchor” Closing Session 7:00 PM Installation Banquet
Opening Celebration “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. Since 1984, The Foundation for Hospital Art has been dedicated to softening the hospital environment with colorful paintings, wall murals and ceiling tiles. For more information about the Foundation for Hospital Art and this year's Anchor Leadership Summit service project visit www.hospitalart.org.
Chicago's Navy Pier Park Extending nearly a mile out in to Lake Michigan, historic Navy Pier is the premier destination in the Midwest, drawing more than 8.9 million visitors in 2013. Visit www.navypier.com (or click the picture at left) to learn more about all the exciting theaters, museums, restaurants, shops, rides and attractions waiting for you at Navy Pier! P 4
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
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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. P 6
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 ___________________ P 8
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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 9
•••••••••••• Anchor Club News •••••••••••• New Anchor Club Charters at St. Joseph Academy St. Augustine, FL Alexandra Trisan was installed as charter president of the Anchor Club of St. Joseph Academy. On May 6, 2014, chartering ceremonies were conducted at the school by Rene Naughton, a past governor of the Florida District of Pilot International and a past president of the Pilot Club of St. Augustine, sponsoring organization of the SJA club. Seventeen young women and men signed the charter during the ceremony. Other officers include Cynthia Hund, vice president; Cornelia Wielgus, secretary; Kunfang Li, treasurer; and Hannah Pierle, chaplain. Jeri Williar is sponsor. Also attending the ceremony was Sister Suzan Foster, assistant SJA principal. She was joined by parents of the charter members and Pilot Club members Kay Burtin, current president; Sara Hetherington, Anne Heymen, past presidents; and Lucille Barnhill, board member. Among the first service projects the new St. Joseph Academy Anchors will be assisting with is the Memorial Weekend Pilot project where American flags are placed in front of the Lightner Building to honor individuals who have served in our armed forces. Names of the honorees are placed on flags which will be displayed from May 24 until early May 27. All branches of the service will be included. Congratulations, St. Joseph Academy Anchors! We are proud of YOU!
Do you know an “Outstanding” Anchor? Tell Us! Anchors are Amazing People! ing outstanding individual lives.
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 lead-
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! Anchor is EVERYWHERE – Find us at the following:
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@AnchorClubs #AnchorService
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Anchor Leadership Summit Cultural Exchange The Cultural Exchange is an exciting event held each year during the Anchor Leadership Summit. Anchors look forward to the Cultural Exchange where they are able to share different things about their District and also learn about the other Districts being represented. Similar to a Science Fair, Anchors are encouraged to bring a presentation board and items from their District to share with everyone else. In the past we have had such items as food, drinks, candy, fruit, toys, sea shells, beach sand, music, pictures, dances, clothing and souvenirs of all kinds from every district represented. Some displays are elaborate with many things to see and some are not - it can be whatever the Anchor wants to share. Each Anchor is given about 10 minutes to share what they have brought and what information they may want to explain. We have had history lessons, food facts, learned about the fun spots to visit, tasted all kinds of food, watched special dances, learned about famous (or not so famous) people and seen different clothing attire - all to explain the many Districts. After the speeches are complete, everyone is free to walk around and look at the displays up close and ask questions. Many times the Anchors will bring enough items to share with the other Anchors, so everyone gets a treat from the different areas to take home. Anchors, now is the time to make your plans for what you want to share. What is most special to you about your District? What places do you feel are the most fun to visit and why? What items can you bring with you to share and give away? Make your display as big or small as you want, just make sure you have room in your suitcase! The Cultural Exchange will be open to all Pilots and Navigators again this year, so we hope to have many join us for this exciting Annual Event hosted by the International Anchors.
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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.