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Put on your sailor's cap and explore Naval Station Everett Base opens to visitors on Friday EVERETT -- For the first time in two years, Naval Station Everett plans to swing wide its gates for a public open house to celebrate Independence Day.The free open house is set for 2 to 7 p.m. Friday at the base, 2000 W. Marine Drive, Everett. Construction on the base last summer prevented the annual Fourth of July open house, Navy spokesman Richard Huling said. Two years ago, the Navy had about 10,000 visitors for the event, but that was when one of the attractions was the USS Abraham Lincoln, which was opened up for tours. "The Lincoln won't be here this week, but the open house is still a rare opportunity to come on base and take a tour of some of the ships," Huling said. The open house this week is expected to attract about 5,000 people, Huling said. The USS Rodney M. Davis, the USS Shoup, the USS Ingraham and the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Henry Blake are scheduled to be docked and ready for tours that run between 2:30 and 6:30 p.m. To tour the boats, children must be able to walk on their own, Huling said. Navy pilots plan to provide entertainment with Prowler and Hornet jet flyovers scheduled for 5:30 p.m. The Arlington's Blackjack Squadron plans to show off formation flying about 6:30 p.m. The day also includes a chance to try out the video-gamelike ship training simulator, which helps pilots learn to sail the Lincoln. Also planned are military demonstrations, a classic car show and musical entertainment. Food will available for purchase. With limited parking on the base, the use of Everett Transit or a walk to the base is encouraged, Huling said. All visitors will be subject to a search, and weapons, large backpacks, pets, coolers and alcoholic beverages are prohibited. Cameras are allowed, but closed-toe shoes must be worn during tours of the ships. "We won't have fireworks, but we're expecting a great day," Huling said. For more information about the open house, call 425-304-3202. |
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