Thanks to all volunteers for a successful, fun and enjoyable 2011 season!  LICCB provided public paddling to a record number of people this past season, with 66 public events and numerous support events in and around the waterfront community.

Volunteers can be justly proud of our impeccable safety record and the level of responsibility, camaraderie and cooperation that everyone exhibited on and off the water.  From swim support to kayak skill certification, from free community walk-up paddles to longer more adventurous trips with more experienced guides, from Brooklyn to the Bronx, the Newtown Creek to the Gowanus Canal, from Coney Island to Staten Island,  Green Drinks to Blue Drinks to Heroes of the Harbor, we covered the waterfront!

We could not have done it without the enthusiastic and vigorous efforts of core volunteers.  The energy you create is vital to the mission and action of LICCB.  An organization IS its people, no more, no less.  It’s all up to you!

LICCB is looking forward to another great season in 2012, building on our success and the good will created and furthered by volunteers this past season.  We have strengthened ties with more established boathouse organizations, and we have supported fledgling efforts.  We are in prime position to expand even further, with more reach, more effectiveness, more action, more fun!

Here’s where you can get in on the action, really dig in and support the coming robust season:  make a commitment to the continuing success of LICCB.  Serve on the Steering Council.

Below is a brief list, to give you an idea of what is expected of you.  What you see here is what your 2011 Steering Council has been up to.  The bar is set high, and you are welcome to bring your excellent energy to make it even higher.  Thank you!

  • get together about once a month
  • take on projects/programming/event planning
  • attend outreach and networking events, represent LICCB at functions
  • make friends all over the harbor!
  • listen and respond to all volunteers
  • maintain and monitor a dedicated email address, your.name(at)licboathouse(dot)org
  • uphold Code of Conduct
  • be of general or specific service at LICCB events and venues
  • take on what you choose and can fully commit to
  • assist Chair in decision making–critical thinking ability a big plus!
  • participate in creating the present and future of LICCB

As you can see, it’s work AND play to serve in this way.  Other volunteer opportunities abound, and a person does not have to serve on the Steering Council to make a significant contribution to LICCB.  However, if you feel strongly that your energy is plentiful and available to a good community effort, your presence is requested.

Please indicate your interest in serving on the LICCB Steering Council 2012 by sending an email to your 2012 Chair, Victoria Olson.  Please include a brief essay on why you wish to serve, what you wish to contribute, and what makes you a great team player!

Submissions should be sent by January 4th, 2012, to the following address:

Victoria.Olson@licboathouse.org

Thank you for everything you do.  Your efforts are appreciated!