Here we have collected pictures to show
different aspects of our Base life and activities. They have been grouped into
areas that may be scrolled to see the details. The sections are added by date. The last Base event appears first in the
list of galleries. So be sure to scroll down to see all the
photos.
Click these lines to see how
the Base Float, a
model of
the USS Phoenix (SSN-702),
was constructed.
July 3, 2010
Prescott "Frontier Days" Parade
(coincides with the Prescott Rodeo)
June 20, 2010
Perch Base 15th Birthday
(celebration at the Base meeting on June 10,
2010)
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Birthday Cake
A beautiful sheet cake that featured a copy of the photograph showing the presentation to Jim Newman and Frank Rumbaugh of Perch Base's original charter. |
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Shipmate Jim Newman
Jim Newman gives a brief history lession on the start of Perch Base. The first meeting was on Jim's patio and he served as the first Base Commander. |
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Three of the Original
Three of the original nine members are present at the meeting. From left to right: Jim Newman's son James F., Jim Newman and Stephen Day. |
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June 7, 2010
Wayne Pettis
(Click on the image to see photographs
of the funeral)
We see a friend off on Eternal Patrol
Sailor, Rest Your Oar
Memorial Day 2010
Phoenix Veterans Cemetery
Phoenix, AZ
Ah! The Progarm for the Service
WWII Sub Vets with Wreath
Perch Base USSVI Presenters
Preparing for Tolling-for-the-Boats
Remembering and Passing On
Waiting to begin. WWII Shipmate Billy Grieves take time to hydrate on the warm day.
WWII Shipmate Angus McPherson reads the "plan of the day."
An Army Band provided the music for the day.
A view of the audience from the stage.
Another view of the audience showing the area where the wreaths will be placed.
Pre-WWII Biplanes provide the fly over to start the event.
One of the planes peels off in a classic "missing-man" formation to signify the loss of a fgellow warrior.
There were many veteran color guard groups. This is one of the sharper ones.
A Scotish highland guard.
This guard is from the Buffalo Soldiers, nominally from Ft. Huachuca.
WWII veterans Angus McPherson and Billy Grieves in line with their wreath.
Base Commander Jim Denzien and Historian Jim Newman hold the new Perch Base Memorial Day wreath.
The Pigboaters present their wreath.
The Perch Base wreath is presented.
The circle where the ceremony is conducted.
The old and the new (from left to right): WWII vet Angus McPherson's grandson, Angus McPherson, Biully Grieves and Emil Schoonejans.
Chuck Emmett reads the Tolling-for-the-Boat ceremony.
Chuck Emmett and the ship's bell (table) rung by shipmate Walt Blomgren.
Another view of the ceremony.
A view of the audience for the Tolling ceremony.
A final view of the Tolling-for-the-Boats reading.
Waiting to begin. WWII Shipmate Billy Grieves take time to hydrate on the warm day.
Veterans Celebration
May 15, 2010
Flagstaff, AZ
Staging for the parade was on a small Flagstaff street. The float stands rigged and it and Jack Moore are ready to roll.
Good angle shot of the float. This was the first time the side signs were attached to the their frames with snaps. Easy on, easy off -- and the frames ride attached.
We waited and took too many shots of the float ;)
Joe "Wanderer" Varese towed the float and had all the support gear stowed under the closed truck back.
Most of the attendees; from left, Jack Moore, Walt Blomgren, "Wanderer", Gudgeon Base's Ed Brooks and Rick Simmons.
The gold "thing" or whatever ran on ahead. What they won't think of for a Veterans Parade!
From the rear, Jack and Nancy Moore seem to be studying the float.
Ed Brooks moves to mount up.
Just ahead of us, a DPS group draws some attention.
Although just a bit smaller than last years, the people were very enthusiastic.
Now that's a couple that shows their feelings.
Staging for the parade was on a small Flagstaff street. The float stands rigged and it and Jack Moore are ready to roll.
All-Arizona Base Picnic
April 10 2010
White Tanks Regional Park
Perch Base Commander greets arrivals.
A good time to sell sub vet gear
To remember the USS Thresher (SSN-593), lost on the same day in history as the picnic
Good guys DO wear black hats as Jim Denzien welcomes shipmates and guests.
The host Base Commander welcomes more arrivals. The picnic had attendees from every Arizona Base.
Shipmates are able to but all kinds of go sub vet gear. Gunion Bse Commander Eb Brooks had beautiful hand made wooden inlaid pens for sale with profits to the scholarship fund.
Perch Base past Commander and professional chef Stan Reinhold provided a great lunch for all hands.
Western Regional Commander Jim Dunn showed all present the new flag that commemorates those who have fallen in service for their country.
Jim Dunn gives each Base commamder a commemorative Region pin.
Perch Base was honored to have Karen Keene-Gilson, the daughter of James A. Musselwhite ETN2(SS), an RO on the Thresher, ring the ships bell during the Tolling for the Boats ceremony.
Perch Base Commander greets arrivals.
Good guys DO wear black hats as Jim Denzien welcomes shipmates and guests.
Home Depot Float Display
at 59th Ave. and Route 101
April 10, 2010
Becky (?) at the letter writing table.
Greg Poole (The Home Depot), AD1(AW) Ramirez and his son, Tim Moore.
Tim and the support crew, L to R, Tim, Britney, Kaycie and Becky.
Roderick M. Ramirez, AD1 (AW), U.S. Navy, NRD Phoenix.
USS Phoenix (SSN-702) float and the Home Depot #20 NASCAR race car.
L to R, Joe, Tim, Jim and Bob
Becky (?) at the letter writing table.
"Navy Days"
Peoria Sports Complex, AZ
March 26, 2010
Location, Location, Location!
From the left, Tim Moore, Jim Nelson, Walt Blomgren and Jack Moore. Part of the Navy Day crew.
The lull before the crowd arrives.
Great location, right next to the main sidewalk.
Our new table and custom cover is loaded with gear for sale.
Ready and willing to meet-and-greet!
Just explaining who and what we are.
Shipmate Rick Simmons hand out a USS Phoenix brochure.
An unexpected and pleasant surprise visitor, Rear Adm. Barry Bruner, commander of Submarine Group 10, stopped by. The Admiral, a graduate of Arizona State University, chats a moment with Shipmate Tim Moore.
From the left, Tim Moore, Jim Nelson, Walt Blomgren and Jack Moore. Part of the Navy Day crew.
"Gold Rush Days Parade"
Wickenburg, AZ
Feb. 13, 2010
Shipmates Jim Evens -- a Wickenburg native -- and Howard Doyle stand by the float at staging.
A great and very enthusiastic crowd all the way.
The parade over, we stopped at the American Legion base for a burger and soft drink -- freebies thanks to Legion member and shipmate Evans.
Informal de-brief: Shipmates Joe "Wanderer" Varese, Howard Doyle, Rick Simmons and Jim Evans. Chuck Emmett took the photo.
Shipmates Jim Evens -- a Wickenburg native -- and Howard Doyle stand by the float at staging.
Annual Awards Banquet
Jan. 16, 2010
(click on any image to see a larger view)
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The Cake
Thanks to Rick Simmons, we had a magnificent cake, the Base Logo, for our Awards Dinner dessert. |
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The Cake (#2)
Here is how the cake looked when we arrived. |
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The Chef
The master of the evening meal, Chef Stan Reinhold presided over the feast. We're not sure the shoes are Navy reg! |
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Starts
The group begins to gather. |
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Registration
Registration was the first order of the evening. Don't want to miss a chance for the door prize! |
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Close to Beginning
More people on board. |
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Ahh, the Food
The meal is ready and waiting! |
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A Message for All
Chuck Emmett reads "A Submariner" by Dr. Joyce Brothers. A full copy of this piece is re-printed by request in the Feb. 2010 issue of the MidWatch. |
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Food Fit for a King
Chef Reinhold makes last minute touches. |
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Carved to Order
Carved pork loin with apricot glaze, carved to order. Yum! |
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Chicken Wellington -- Special!
Shipmate Davy Jones goes for the Chcken Wellington. |
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Dedication of Our Ship's Bell
Base Commander Jim Denzien introduces Layne Rumbaugh for ship's bell dedication. Departed Shipmate Rumbaugh's memory will live on with the bell. |
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Holland Club
New inductees to the Holland Club. |
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Base Sailor-of-the-Year
Two shipmates were selected. Here, Stan Reinhold recieves his award. |
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Sailor-of-the-Year
The co-reciepient, Howard Doyle. |
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Veteran's Day Parade
Phoenix, AZ
Nov. 11, 2009
The Vet Parade is one of the largest attended events of the year. This photo captures all who were present .
Our position in the parade is luck of the draw. This year, we were pretty far back in the huge parade. So we waited, and waited . ., .
The Vet Parade is one of the largest attended events of the year. This photo captures all who were present .
