As we find the disappointments and frustrations of 2020 in our wake, I look forward to growing opportunity and an eventual return to cruising speed in 2021

My goal for 2021 is getting back to work with public events, boat ramp VSC's, the return of our boating education classes and of course great fellowship with you all. I truly miss being with you face to face.

We have all accepted the great responsibility of supporting the Coast Guard mission as uniformed volunteers. Let's do it with enthusiasm, a facemask and a smile beneath it.

Let's be sure to get our hours recorded in AuxData II. If you need help with the new format, Marion Linda, our FSO-IS willing to guide you to getting it done right. Don't be shy about asking for help. It's new to all of us.

Eight Bells articles should turned in to Brian Duthie before the end of the month. We really want to get this publication back up and running.

I want to thank Adam Barry for taking the leadership role of VFC 2021 as he brings fresh ideas of leadership and ability to the Flotilla guiding our Staff Officers through this year. Adam's experience as a past flotilla commander will prove to be valuable to all of us.

Thank you all for for trusting me to lead Flotilla 14-8 in 2021