Greetings Old Antarctic Explorer!
I am writing on behalf of Lt. Ben Koether, USN Retired, Chairman of the Glacier
Society. It is our mission to restore the USS/USCG Glacier as a
functioning museum and school ship honoring all who served in the exploration of
the north and South Poles. The Glacier was Admiral Byrd's flagship, and
she made several historic trips to the Poles. She served as a scientific
vessel for both the Navy and Coast Guard, and is an example of the best of
America in Action!
Right now she is docked near San Francisco where she is undergoing restoration.
We are looking for new members and volunteers across the country to join our
ranks and spread the good word. We need people to do everything from
working on the ship during restoration, doing research on the web, contacting
former crewmen from Operation Deep Freeze and recording their experiences, and
of course we need people to send in their dues so we can fund our dream.
For more information, check us out at www.glaciersociety.org,
send me an email, or call our office at 203-375-6638 or TOLL FREE at (866) ICE
PLAY (423-7529). There are many volunteer opportunities available, and we
need you to help fill them. Please help us as we make our vision a
reality.
Gratefully Yours,
Vickie Ipacs
Executive Assistant to the Chairman