On Wed, 14 Jan 2004 11:29:49 -0500, DSK wrote:

Let's say that the USCG, or US Navy, instituted a volunteer program in
which you would be required to pass a background check including
security clearance, physical (within civilian specifications - we're
not talking NAvy Seals of Marine Recon types here), complete the basic
Captain's level license (whatever that is) in return for which, the
Navy or USCG would pay for the use of your vessel to do port security
patrols and other security type work as deemed necessary and
appropriate.

Would you participate?

Probably not, I don't live near a major port.


John H wrote:

Would I get to mount a .50 calibre on the bow?

Looking for a way to get up on plane quicker?

Actually I think an M249 would be more likely, Mama Deuce would probably shake
your boat (and mine too) to pieces.

Nope, M2 or nothing. Going down shakin' wouldnl't be a bad way to go!

John H

On the 'Poco Loco' out of Deale, MD
on the beautiful Chesapeake Bay!