Shawn Alladio working the Mavericks Surf Contest 2010
Mavericks Water Patrol
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
Kevin Reiterer
AAC & Kevin Reiterer
World Champion
http://www.aac-jetskiracing.com/
http://www.kev-racing.com
Friday, December 11, 2009
K38 Raid Recon Amphibious (133)
Rocky Darger on the left.
I was teaching a USMC Recon training at Coronado in California. I believe this was in 1997. Rocky worked for Yamaha Motors Corporation, and I enjoyed their sponsorship for these training programs with the Waverunners. We had great surf and good Marines to work with.
Rocky was a former USMC Helicopter pilot in Vietnam. I love this photo because the imagery of both of these 'Marines' has that 'look'. It never leaves you...I didn't know it at the time that Rocky was a Marine. I just found this box of slides and began going through them, posting them, there are about 1500 plus images from 3 years of training Marines at the Amphib base.
A few links to Rocky:
www.popasmoke.com/kia/incidents.php?incident_ id=179
www.flyarmy.org/incident/68081999KIA.HTM
Rocky's Accounts:
The Soldier's Story: Vietnam in their own words by Ron Steinman
The Greatest US Marine Corps Stories every Told: Unforgetable stories by Lain C. Martin, Joseph H. Alexander
I was teaching a USMC Recon training at Coronado in California. I believe this was in 1997. Rocky worked for Yamaha Motors Corporation, and I enjoyed their sponsorship for these training programs with the Waverunners. We had great surf and good Marines to work with.
Rocky was a former USMC Helicopter pilot in Vietnam. I love this photo because the imagery of both of these 'Marines' has that 'look'. It never leaves you...I didn't know it at the time that Rocky was a Marine. I just found this box of slides and began going through them, posting them, there are about 1500 plus images from 3 years of training Marines at the Amphib base.
A few links to Rocky:
www.popasmoke.com/kia/incidents.php?incident_ id=179
www.flyarmy.org/incident/68081999KIA.HTM
Rocky's Accounts:
The Soldier's Story: Vietnam in their own words by Ron Steinman
The Greatest US Marine Corps Stories every Told: Unforgetable stories by Lain C. Martin, Joseph H. Alexander
Wednesday, December 09, 2009
risky salvage job
PWC operators work just above the surf zone to try to salvage gear from a wrecked craft.
Pearl Harbor Day swell 2009
"Jaws" Peahi, Maui
Uploaded by bluewavechris
Pearl Harbor Day swell 2009
"Jaws" Peahi, Maui
Uploaded by bluewavechris
Tuesday, December 08, 2009
Tacoma Police Officers Memorial RIP
Tacoma Dome Memorial for Fallen Lakewood Police Officers. December 8, 2009 Creative Commons license, free to use.
Peahi casualty
This is one of two waverunners that were destroyed today....at least up until I left. And there could be as many as three more days of this swell.
Pearl Harbor Day 2009 swell "Jaws" Peahi, Maui
Uploaded by bluewavechris on 7 Dec 09,
Pearl Harbor Day 2009 swell "Jaws" Peahi, Maui
Uploaded by bluewavechris on 7 Dec 09,
Friday, November 20, 2009
Saturday, November 14, 2009
God is all around
Photo by Mark Kracker
Every year I look forward to seeing Mark, and of course his photography. He always waits for the end of the day, and every year he gets the sun shots beween the two worlds.
Every year I look forward to seeing Mark, and of course his photography. He always waits for the end of the day, and every year he gets the sun shots beween the two worlds.
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Heroism Award
Steve, shawn, shinny and the Boys at the ceremony, City of Mission Viejo and Orange County Fire Authority
October 19th Mission Viejo City Council chambers
October 19th Mission Viejo City Council chambers
Vehicle Rescue Award
Thank you City of Mission Viejo, very touching tribute, I appreciate this very much!
Vehicle Rescue Award
The Chief's Award, thank you very much, it was a very kind and respectful award, I appreciate the Orange County Fire Authority.
Monday, October 05, 2009
K38 and McGraw Insurance at the 2009 IJSBA World Finals
K38 Water Safety Partners with McGraw Insurance at the 2009 IJSBA quakysense World Finals
Personal Watercraft Riders save money with McGraw Insurance
In 2009, K38 Water Safety is celebrating their commitment to 20 years of Personal Watercraft Boating Education! McGraw will have a booth in the IJSBA Vendor Alley, please stop by and get a free Quote on all your insurance needs!
And visit the K38 booth for your safety information! K38 has partnered with McGraw Insurance on behalf of their AWA members and K38 certified students to offer a discounted insurance rate. Stop by the K38 Safety Booth at the IJSBA Vendor Alley and pick up a McGraw Insurance poster and additional free boating safety information. The experts at McGraw have been writing Personal Watercraft insurance for over 20 years, offering true protection and strong coverage at great rates.
McGraw offers Free AWA membership when riders activate or renew a policy with McGraw (for those who haven’t been an AWA member in the past 12 months)
A 10% discount for those who complete Boating Safety Training from K38 or any other accredited organization. There are many discounts available, including an additional 20% off just for switching a current policy to McGraw.
Ride with peace of mind and enjoy your time underway. Get Covered!
McGraw Insurance is featured in the award winning RIDE Magazine, the AWA official membership publication.
McGraw Insurance Coverages include:
· Liability
· Property Damage
· Uninsured Motorist
· Medical Payments
· Collision
· Comprehensive
Other Discounts
· Military
· Rider Association
· ABS Brakes
· Multi Policy
· Multi-Craft
· Experienced Rider
· Homeowner
Get a free quote at McGrawDirect.com, or by calling 800-6McGRAW
The IJSBA quakysense World Finals are held October 10-18th, 2009 at the Crazy Horse Campgrounds, in the City of Lake Havasu, Arizona. For more information please visit:
www.IJSBA.com
www.AWAhq.org
www.K38WaterSafety.com
Monday, September 14, 2009
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Remembering 911 - Support the UWSF
Media Release
September 10, 2009
THE PWC COMMUNITY RALLIES ON BEHALF OF OUR NATIONS BRAVE
United Warrior Survivor Foundation Personal Watercraft Awareness and Fundraising Ride: LA Harbor to San Diego Harbor and Back
Dates: Saturday September 12, 2009
Locations: Los Angeles Port to San Diego Harbor, and back. California USA
On behalf of United Warrior Survivor Foundation, the United Warrior PWC Freedom Riders will launch from Cabrillo Beach, San Pedro and ride south to the Naval Amphibious base located on Coronado Island, California, and back again. The open ocean ride of 280 miles along the California Coastline will be a memorial fundraiser on behalf of UWSF surviving spouses of our fallen Special Operations Warriors since 9-11.
The United Warrior PWC Freedom Ride commences on September 11, 2009. On the anniversary of those who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks against our nation. We Will Never Forget.
PWC Community
The fellowship amongst Personal Watercraft owners crosses all waters and causes! In support of the UWSF, American Watercraft Association club members, PWCtoday.com, Greenhulk.net, SocalWatercraftClub.com, PWCoffshore.com and other caring riders will be welcoming the UWSF PWC Freedom Riders as they depart and enter ports along the Southern California Coast.
Safety-Kindness-Integrity (Bonkow-SKI) Reminders
-Abide by all Harbors and Navigation's Code - Boat Smart From The Start!
-American Flags treated with utmost respect
-Prudent Mariner and good Seamanship skills while underway
-Safety communications and required federal equipment stored on
board
-Buddy system- Never Ride Alone!
-Take a safe boating course. Know Before You Go
Please make a minimum donation to the UWSF of $10
https://www.givedirect.org/give/givefrm.asp?CID=11226
_________________________________________
STOPSInterviews available at these fuel docks and waypoints along the route. These are approximate times, check with Pirate/Spot Adventure to locate the Freedom Riders. You can track on the SPOT Adventure link listed below:
Depart SAN PEDRO – Cabrillo Beach at 0600 - return approx 2:30 PM[ at the beach inside the breakwater in the Park]
DANA POINT Harbor boat launch – approximately 0800 - return 12:30 PM
OCEANSIDE Harbor boat launch - approximately 0900 - return 11:30
POINT LOMA
SAN DIEGO BAY Coronado Island Boat Ramp on the Silver Strand (harbor side) approximately 1000[turnaround point is the Naval Amphibious Base refuel then retrace route to San Pedro
Departure approximately 10;30 AM
__________________________________________________ _________
Land Logistician (Safety Contact) David “Pirate’ Tew - 310 350 2464
Homepage: www.UWSF.org
Follow the UWSF on Twitter: http://twitter.com/UWSF
Blogger: http://uwsf.blogspot.com
Join us on Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/topic.php?topic=9776&uid=22066153230#/group.php?gid=22066153230
Complete Press Releases: http://www.k38watersafety.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2091
Follow the PWC Freedom Ride on the SPOT ADVENTURE website!
You may leave notes of encouragement and support to the riders and families.
http://www.spotadventures.com//trip/view/?trip_id=176496&code=3bf9eb2b80a100b29f9f1f2ebfa785bf
UWSF Contact: Kelly Chott - UWSF Executive Director
(619) 437-1137 Office (413) 677-1143 Fax Kelly@UWSF.org
September 10, 2009
THE PWC COMMUNITY RALLIES ON BEHALF OF OUR NATIONS BRAVE
United Warrior Survivor Foundation Personal Watercraft Awareness and Fundraising Ride: LA Harbor to San Diego Harbor and Back
Dates: Saturday September 12, 2009
Locations: Los Angeles Port to San Diego Harbor, and back. California USA
On behalf of United Warrior Survivor Foundation, the United Warrior PWC Freedom Riders will launch from Cabrillo Beach, San Pedro and ride south to the Naval Amphibious base located on Coronado Island, California, and back again. The open ocean ride of 280 miles along the California Coastline will be a memorial fundraiser on behalf of UWSF surviving spouses of our fallen Special Operations Warriors since 9-11.
The United Warrior PWC Freedom Ride commences on September 11, 2009. On the anniversary of those who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks against our nation. We Will Never Forget.
PWC Community
The fellowship amongst Personal Watercraft owners crosses all waters and causes! In support of the UWSF, American Watercraft Association club members, PWCtoday.com, Greenhulk.net, SocalWatercraftClub.com, PWCoffshore.com and other caring riders will be welcoming the UWSF PWC Freedom Riders as they depart and enter ports along the Southern California Coast.
Safety-Kindness-Integrity (Bonkow-SKI) Reminders
-Abide by all Harbors and Navigation's Code - Boat Smart From The Start!
-American Flags treated with utmost respect
-Prudent Mariner and good Seamanship skills while underway
-Safety communications and required federal equipment stored on
board
-Buddy system- Never Ride Alone!
-Take a safe boating course. Know Before You Go
Please make a minimum donation to the UWSF of $10
https://www.givedirect.org/give/givefrm.asp?CID=11226
_________________________________________
STOPSInterviews available at these fuel docks and waypoints along the route. These are approximate times, check with Pirate/Spot Adventure to locate the Freedom Riders. You can track on the SPOT Adventure link listed below:
Depart SAN PEDRO – Cabrillo Beach at 0600 - return approx 2:30 PM[ at the beach inside the breakwater in the Park]
DANA POINT Harbor boat launch – approximately 0800 - return 12:30 PM
OCEANSIDE Harbor boat launch - approximately 0900 - return 11:30
POINT LOMA
SAN DIEGO BAY Coronado Island Boat Ramp on the Silver Strand (harbor side) approximately 1000[turnaround point is the Naval Amphibious Base refuel then retrace route to San Pedro
Departure approximately 10;30 AM
__________________________________________________ _________
Land Logistician (Safety Contact) David “Pirate’ Tew - 310 350 2464
Homepage: www.UWSF.org
Follow the UWSF on Twitter: http://twitter.com/UWSF
Blogger: http://uwsf.blogspot.com
Join us on Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/topic.php?topic=9776&uid=22066153230#/group.php?gid=22066153230
Complete Press Releases: http://www.k38watersafety.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2091
Follow the PWC Freedom Ride on the SPOT ADVENTURE website!
You may leave notes of encouragement and support to the riders and families.
http://www.spotadventures.com//trip/view/?trip_id=176496&code=3bf9eb2b80a100b29f9f1f2ebfa785bf
UWSF Contact: Kelly Chott - UWSF Executive Director
(619) 437-1137 Office (413) 677-1143 Fax Kelly@UWSF.org
Media Alert: 2009 UWSF PWC Freedom Ride
MEDIA ALERT September 10, 2009
United Warrior Survivor Foundation Personal watercraft awareness and fundraising ride: LA Harbor to San Diego Harbor and back
Dates: September 11-12, 2009
Locations: Los Angeles Port, to San Diego Harbor, California USA
Interviews available at these fuel docks and waypoints along the route:
Depart SAN PEDRO – Cabrillo Beach at 0600 - return approx 2:30 PM
[at the beach inside the breakwater in the Park]
DANA POINT Harbor boat launch – approximately 0800 - return 12:30 PM
OCEANSIDE Harbor boat launch - approximately 0900 - return 11:30
POINT LOMA
SAN DIEGO BAY Coronado Island Boat Ramp on the Silver Strand (harbor side) approximately 1000
[turnaround point is the Naval Amphibious Base refuel then retrace route to San Pedro
Departure approximately 10;30 AM
What: On behalf of United Warrior Survivor Foundation, the United Warrior PWC Freedom Riders will launch from Cabrillo Beach, San Pedro and ride south to the Naval Amphibious base located on Coronado Island, California, and back again. The open ocean ride of 280 miles along the California Coastline will be a memorial fundraiser on behalf of UWSF surviving spouses of our fallen Special Operations Warriors since 9-11.
The United Warrior PWC Freedom Ride commences on September 11, 2009. On the anniversary of those who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks against our nation. We Will Never Forget.
Contacts:
UWSF Contact: Kelly Chott - UWSF Executive Director
(619) 437-1137 Office (413) 677-1143 Fax Kelly@UWSF.org
On water contact: Shawn Alladio 714 280 7274 - (each hour on the hour)
Land Logistician (Safety Contact): David “Pirate’ Tew - 310 350 2464
Homepage: www.UWSF.org
Twitter: http://twitter.com/UWSF
Blogger: http://uwsf.blogspot.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/topic.php?topic=9776&uid=22066153230#/group.php?gid=22066153230
link: http://www.UWSF.org
Complete Press Releases: http://www.k38watersafety.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2091
Follow the PWC Freedom Ride on the SPOT website! http://www.spotadventures.com//trip/view/?trip_id=176496&code=3bf9eb2b80a100b29f9f1f2ebfa785bf
United Warrior Survivor Foundation Personal watercraft awareness and fundraising ride: LA Harbor to San Diego Harbor and back
Dates: September 11-12, 2009
Locations: Los Angeles Port, to San Diego Harbor, California USA
Interviews available at these fuel docks and waypoints along the route:
Depart SAN PEDRO – Cabrillo Beach at 0600 - return approx 2:30 PM
[at the beach inside the breakwater in the Park]
DANA POINT Harbor boat launch – approximately 0800 - return 12:30 PM
OCEANSIDE Harbor boat launch - approximately 0900 - return 11:30
POINT LOMA
SAN DIEGO BAY Coronado Island Boat Ramp on the Silver Strand (harbor side) approximately 1000
[turnaround point is the Naval Amphibious Base refuel then retrace route to San Pedro
Departure approximately 10;30 AM
What: On behalf of United Warrior Survivor Foundation, the United Warrior PWC Freedom Riders will launch from Cabrillo Beach, San Pedro and ride south to the Naval Amphibious base located on Coronado Island, California, and back again. The open ocean ride of 280 miles along the California Coastline will be a memorial fundraiser on behalf of UWSF surviving spouses of our fallen Special Operations Warriors since 9-11.
The United Warrior PWC Freedom Ride commences on September 11, 2009. On the anniversary of those who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks against our nation. We Will Never Forget.
Contacts:
UWSF Contact: Kelly Chott - UWSF Executive Director
(619) 437-1137 Office (413) 677-1143 Fax Kelly@UWSF.org
On water contact: Shawn Alladio 714 280 7274 - (each hour on the hour)
Land Logistician (Safety Contact): David “Pirate’ Tew - 310 350 2464
Homepage: www.UWSF.org
Twitter: http://twitter.com/UWSF
Blogger: http://uwsf.blogspot.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/topic.php?topic=9776&uid=22066153230#/group.php?gid=22066153230
link: http://www.UWSF.org
Complete Press Releases: http://www.k38watersafety.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2091
Follow the PWC Freedom Ride on the SPOT website! http://www.spotadventures.com//trip/view/?trip_id=176496&code=3bf9eb2b80a100b29f9f1f2ebfa785bf
Wednesday, September 09, 2009
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Saturday, August 22, 2009
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
K38 Social Networking
K38 Water Safety Forums
K38 Water Safety now offers 'social networking' links so members can share the posts on the forum. The K38 Water Safety Forums serve as a database for the PWC Global communities. Within our forums you will find safety information, legislation, racing, equipment, training concerns and programs, and more. K38 is a partner with the American Watercraft Association and the Forums serve as a homebase for the H2O Responders.
We hope you enjoy the new features and will visit often and share your stories and experiences to help keep our waterways safe and to educate other users about 'safe boating practices, ethics and responsible boating behavior'.
At the bottom of each open forum page, you will find the section titled 'Bookmarks'. Simply click onto the identifiable link word and upload to your personal accounts and begin sharing!
K38 International
Available K38 Social - Bookmarks
Digg del.icio.us StumbleUpon Google Facebook Twitter My Yahoo Myspace Meneame Fresqui Ma.agnolia
FORUMS
K38 Information Forum
K38 International
PWC Professional Forums
Personal Watercraft Racing
Personal Watercraft Forums
K38 Water Safety Equipment Forum
The Life You Save May Be Your Own
K38 - American Watercraft Association
K38 Wake of Fame
Off Tropic
K38 Water Safety now offers 'social networking' links so members can share the posts on the forum. The K38 Water Safety Forums serve as a database for the PWC Global communities. Within our forums you will find safety information, legislation, racing, equipment, training concerns and programs, and more. K38 is a partner with the American Watercraft Association and the Forums serve as a homebase for the H2O Responders.
We hope you enjoy the new features and will visit often and share your stories and experiences to help keep our waterways safe and to educate other users about 'safe boating practices, ethics and responsible boating behavior'.
At the bottom of each open forum page, you will find the section titled 'Bookmarks'. Simply click onto the identifiable link word and upload to your personal accounts and begin sharing!
K38 International
Available K38 Social - Bookmarks
Digg del.icio.us StumbleUpon Google Facebook Twitter My Yahoo Myspace Meneame Fresqui Ma.agnolia
FORUMS
K38 Information Forum
K38 International
PWC Professional Forums
Personal Watercraft Racing
Personal Watercraft Forums
K38 Water Safety Equipment Forum
The Life You Save May Be Your Own
K38 - American Watercraft Association
K38 Wake of Fame
Off Tropic
K38 Rescue Training
Meet Jennifer and Erica.
Special thanks ot the USMC at Camp Pendleton, Lou, Mike, Ryan, Pirate, Mark, Jefff, Elizabeth, Warren and Sudo
Sunday, August 16, 2009
Jennifer and Ryan (6)
Two of the most inspiring people I know, Jennifer Mccallson and Ryan Levinson.
August 15 2009 on our Pacific Ocean outing!
August 15 2009 on our Pacific Ocean outing!
Jennifer and Ryan
Jennifer M and Ryan Levinson.
Jennifer's first day on the Pacific Ocean out of Oceanside Harbor, Calfironia. We are so proud of her!
Jennifer's first day on the Pacific Ocean out of Oceanside Harbor, Calfironia. We are so proud of her!
Saturday, August 15, 2009
AWA K38 Idaho Law Enforcement Training
AWA K38 Law Enforcement PWC Training, Group Pic,
Coer d'Alene, Idaho
Coer d'Alene, Idaho
Monday, August 10, 2009
shawn teacing erica
Erica Davis. First PWC offshore racing training session at Camp Pendleton August 10 2009
www.helpericawalk.com
www.helpericawalk.com
Wednesday, August 05, 2009
Saturday, August 01, 2009
Thursday, July 30, 2009
puu-4491 S rewarming
SW's Rewarming outdoor station!
This was taken prior to the break before out night operations training. Needless to say I think we all had the shower on full HEAT!
This was taken prior to the break before out night operations training. Needless to say I think we all had the shower on full HEAT!
puu.rbd.4467
K38 PWC Training Course with USMC Recon, Camp Pendelton
Photography by David Pu'u
Subject: Shawn training Recon
Shadows.
Silent, swift, deadly
Photography by David Pu'u
Subject: Shawn training Recon
Shadows.
Silent, swift, deadly
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Hypnotic Films - Bryant Lambert
Hypnotic Films Bryant Lambert is introduced by his # 1 Fan, Shawn Alladio after his DVD Preview of the 2009 LB2CAT PWC National Offshore Championship. Bryant is co-producing the PWCoffshore.com DVD with Mark Gerner, and is expected to be relased in August 2009
PWCoffshore video - Hypnotic Films
Bryant Lambert of Hypnotic Films previews his production of the 2009 LB2CAT PWC Offshore Nationals at a Liquid Militia Team BBQ
www.HypnoticFilms.net
www.HypnoticFilms.net
Hypnotic Films
Film maker Bryant Lambert R with Mike Gerner, Middle and Miek Arnold L at the Liquid Militia BBQ
Sunday, July 26, 2009
Friday, July 24, 2009
Matasuura (11)
July 24, 2009
Masa, his mother, myself and his father. 2 months after the vehicle fire his recovery is fantastic!
Masa, his mother, myself and his father. 2 months after the vehicle fire his recovery is fantastic!
Monday, July 20, 2009
Sunday, July 19, 2009
Saturday, July 18, 2009
LB2CAT 2009 (308)
LAST BOATS IN!
The K38 Rescue crew loads the safety boats after the LB2CAT PWC National offshore endurance championships in Long Beach California!
Good job guys!
Special thanks to Steve Maccafferi and Justin Mellon
The K38 Rescue crew loads the safety boats after the LB2CAT PWC National offshore endurance championships in Long Beach California!
Good job guys!
Special thanks to Steve Maccafferi and Justin Mellon
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