Wavetops for October 5th, 2009

I thought I'd share links to stories & blogs from the web that are of interest to me as a former Navy SEAL.

Flooding in the Philippines
CTV.ca
AP Photo / Aaron Favila In this photo released by the US Embassy in Manila, US Navy SEAL members and medical personnel assist in rescue efforts in Cainta, ...

US - Face of Defense: Longest-serving Navy SEAL Retires
The longest-serving Navy SEAL was piped ashore for the last time during a retirement ceremony Sept. 25 at Naval Special Warfare Group 4 on Naval Amphibious ...

Paws Up, Paws Down
SHSU Houstonian Online
"Paws UP" to Navy veteran and SHSU alumnus Marcus Luttrell who will share his experiences as a Navy SEAL in Afghanistan today at 11 am in the Killinger ...

Series: Five Knots Of The Navy SEALs – Part 6: Becket Bend Knot
US Navy SEALs Blog; Information (blog)
In the last four articles of this series, “Five Knots Of The Navy SEALs” we have covered the following knots: the square knot (reef knot), the bowline knot, ...

Transonic Hulls, Inspired by Racing Yachts, Could Add Stealth To ...
Popular Science
By Marshall Louis Reaves Posted 09.28.2009 at 10:25 am 0 Comments An undercover team of Navy SEALs isn't worth much if their transport boat's wake betrays ...

The Way I see It: Back to the Basics
By Gunnar Hanson
Gunnar Hanson: Gunnar Hanson is the pastor of Valley Baptist Church in Valley Center, CA. Prior to the ministry, he served as a US Navy SEAL for twelve years. His background definitely brings a unique perspective to the pulpit. ...