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Comment by Paula (was Capricorna) on September 7, 2011 at 10:05pm

I saw that photo in the paper today.  Very cool.

 

Comment by Mom from St Pete on September 7, 2011 at 5:47pm

I saw a pic of the USS Independence Navy warship in todays paper. The shot was of it passing under the Sunshine Sky Bridge. I agree next time we need to get a group together and go.... Sorry I missed out seeing it this time.

 

Comment by Paula (was Capricorna) on September 6, 2011 at 10:12pm

Food for thought for a new kitchen is a good thing.  Hope you can do it.

 

Comment by Paula (was Capricorna) on September 6, 2011 at 11:10am

The only Navy ship that will be able to visit the Port of St. Pete is this Littoral Combat style ship because she has a shallower draft.  (The littoral zone is that part of a sea, lake or river that is close to the shore.)  Senator Bill Nelson requested the visit and I happened to hear him talking on the radio about it last month but didn't get much detail.  I contacted his office, but got no reply.  I contacted the City of St. Petersburg and they were great about getting tickets to me.  If I ever hear of anything Navy related that we could attend, I'll be sure to let y'all know.

Comment by Mom from St Pete on September 3, 2011 at 12:12am

Wow that quick? Unbelieveable.... I did not expect that fast. Maybe next time:(

Comment by Paula (was Capricorna) on September 2, 2011 at 11:41am

Yes, I read that.  So sorry!

Comment by Paula (was Capricorna) on September 1, 2011 at 4:07pm

FYI:

 

ST. PETERSBURG, FL (August 29, 2011) -The public is invited for an up close
and personal tour aboard one of the nation's newest and most unique naval
warships when the USS Independence (LCS 2) pays a visit to the Port of St.
Petersburg beginning Friday, September 2.  A limited number of free tickets
will be distributed at the Mahaffey Theater Box Office on Thursday, September
1 and Friday, September 2 for public tours over the Labor Day weekend. The
ship, which is believed to be the first Naval warship to visit St. Petersburg,
will remain in port until its departure early Tuesday morning.

Free public tours of the 418-foot vessel will be conducted on Saturday,
September 3 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (organizations only), Sunday,
September 4 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and on Monday, September 5, from 8:30
a.m. to 11:30 a.m. A limited number of people ages eight and older will be
allowed to tour the Navy trimaran during its St. Petersburg port visit. Tours
will be timed so no more than 150 people are on board the ship per hour.

Tickets: Free tickets will be distributed from the Mahaffey Theater Box
Office, 400 First St. S., on Thursday and Friday, September 1 and 2, from Noon
to 6 p.m. Tickets will be available to the public on a first-come,
first-served basis, while supplies last. There will be a limit of four tickets
per person.  There will be no charge to park in the Mahaffey Theater garage
when picking up tickets; however, parking will cost $5 per vehicle Saturday
through Monday during public tour hours. Organizations of 25 or more should
request tickets for organization tours via email to phyllis.coster@stpete.org
or by calling 727-893-7465.  If using email, please note USS Independence in
subject line.

General Information: The tour includes steep stairs and some non-air
conditioned spaces, and is not advisable for individuals with restricted
mobility or health issues.  The ship is not able to facilitate those who
cannot walk unencumbered under their own power.  Sturdy, closed-toe, flat
shoes are recommended, as are pants or shorts for ease of movement.  High
heels, sandals, flip-flops or shower shoes will not be allowed on the tour.
Due to safety considerations, only people ages eight and older will be allowed
on the tour. Cameras are encouraged.  Almost all areas of the ship are able to
be photographed.  Tour guides will specify where photographs are prohibited.

Parking will be available in the Mahaffey Theater garage for $5 per vehicle
Saturday through Monday during public tour hours. Free shuttles will provide
ticketed guests with transportation to the Port.  No one will be allowed on
board the Port shuttle without a ticket. Ticketholders are advised to arrive
one hour prior to their scheduled tour time for check-in, transportation to
the Port and to pass through a Naval security screening. Restrooms inside the
Mahaffey Theater parking garage and at the Port will be open for public use
during tour hours.

Prohibited Items: Ticketholders are advised to leave weapons of any kind at
home to avoid possible confiscation or tour refusal.  Alcohol, controlled
substances and large bags of any kind will also be prohibited.  High heels,
sandals, flip-flops or shower shoes will be not allowed on the tour as a
safety precaution.

Port Access/Road Closures: Access to the Port and surrounding locations,
including USF-St. Petersburg and Bayboro Harbor, will be patrolled and access
restrictions will be strictly enforced at various checkpoints while the ship
is in port. Ticketholders will only be able to access the Port during their
scheduled tour slot and be restricted from entering or leaving the area unless
by the official shuttle from the Mahaffey Theater garage.

Eighth Ave. S.E. from First St. to the Coast Guard station will be closed to
through traffic Friday through Monday during scheduled tour hours while First
St. S. will be closed to traffic at Sixth Ave. S. beginning Saturday through
Monday.  Meawhile, parking will not be allowed on First St. S. from Sixth to
Eighth Aves. beginning Friday evening through Monday evening.  Police
checkpoints will be established at Eighth Ave. S.E. and First St. S. Friday
through Monday.

************************
For further information:
727 893-7465 voice
727 892-5372 FAX
www.stpete.org

Comment by Mom from St Pete on August 28, 2011 at 12:11pm

OK Paula well do thanks for trying to get more info!

Comment by Paula (was Capricorna) on August 26, 2011 at 10:08pm

Sorry, but I have no further details about the ship or where it will be parked.  I emailed Senator Bill Nelson to ask, but have received no reply.  I will watch the St. Pete Times and let you know if I see anything.  If you see anything, please post it here to share with the rest of us.

Comment by Mom from St Pete on August 26, 2011 at 8:29pm

Paula where is the Port of St. Pete at?  Is it downtown some where?   By the Pier? 

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