7:05             7:10		Harmon Everett Commodore Pro Tem Harmon Everett, serving as Commodore Pro Tem (bless his heart), called the meeting to order. He announced that the presentation would be on the Texas Water Safari, and noted that the HCC was founded by two of the first participants in the Safari. He introduced himself and the other officers. Honey Leveen (Commodore) and Ann Derby (Sergeant-at-Arms) were absent.   Harmon gave the Safety Minute, concerning poison ivy and how to get it off of you before it’s too late.
7:15		Harmon explained (again) the necessity of getting signed liability waivers from participants on all HCC/ACA sanctioned paddling trips. Stop complaining; it’s not that hard.
7:20		Harmon and Newsletter Editor John Rich announced that John has posted a Trip Report Master Index on the club website. John then accessed a preview of the upcoming newsletter for a link to a 1930’s film short about canoe tricks. It gave the members ideas about some Stupid Human Tricks that they might attempt after adult beverages.
7:30		The Purser reported that the club is doing fine, financially.
7:31		The Boatswain, reminded everyone of the club picnic on September 7th, at Lake 288. She then reported on new members since the last meeting:   Michael Schneider Amy McGee David / Kathy Dunbar Julie Hammond Michael / Daniel Blew Larry Freeman and family Martin / Lindsey Loya Tom / Tami Riner   She then introduced the visitors present: Carl Boerger Paul Rivers Joe Rivers Emi Nagashima Zachary Rogers Jeff Corbett
7:40		Natalie Wiest Fleet Captain The Fleet Captain reported recent trips, and their leaders/participants:   Champion’s Lake (Joe Coker and Dave Kitson), July 30; Armand Bayou (John Ohrt), Aug. 7; Neches River Race (Bruce Bodson), Aug. 8   She then asked for notice of upcoming trips, and the following were announced: Aug. 12; Boggy Creek (San Antonio Bay Assoc.) Aug. 14; Powderhorn Ranch (San Antonio Bay Assoc.) Sept. 3-5; Colorado River 3-day paddle (Harmon Everett) Sept. 5; Columbus Loop (Joe Coker) Sept. 7; Club Picnic, Lake 288 (Terry Herdlicka)
7:55		Margaret Shelton The Vice-Commodore showed part of a pretty cool (and funny) Youtube video, “Long Way to Seadrift”, on the Texas Water Safari, and then introduced Dr. Margaret Shelton, who talked about her experiences as a participant.
8:45		The Acting Commodore adjourned the meeting.