Wednesday, March 17, 2010

9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.: Navy Day at Busch Gardens / Busch Gardens. It will be hard to visit Busch Gardens today without seeing US Navy Sailors. It's Navy Day at the amusement park with a long list of events including a flag raising ceremony, swearing in of new Sailors and performances by Navy rock band, "Pride." This is also a great opportunity to shake hands with some hometown heroes, crewmembers from USS FLORIDA.

10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.: Meet the divers / Clearwater Marine Aquarium. Navy divers have one of the most amazing jobs in the United States military. From salvage operations to underwater ship repairs, these Sailors see it all. And this is your chance to see them in their natural environment; under the water. Stop by the Clearwater Marine Aquarium and check them out and learn how they're keep the water safe for the creatures that call the ocean home.

3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.: Boys & Girls Club
The goal of the Boys & Girls Club is to inspire and enable the next generation of Americans. They offer a positive place for our youth. The same can be said about the US Navy. Joining forces with this organization, our Sailors will spend a part of today's schedule meeting the kids, playing games and inspiring them to strive for greatness.