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Old 08-09-2012, 11:54 AM   #41
marinetrader
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I live about 3 miles from the Kings Bay sub base and I see subs going and coming all the time. They do however, give a call out on the VHF channel 16 about 1 hour and again at 30 minutes before the sub is underway or inbound.

They have about 12 escort vessels ranging from 20 something footer inflatables to two boats over 100 feet long.

If you are on the water, they simply ask you to turn your bow away from the sub; a small inflatable usually stands by while the sub passes. I have never had anyone point a 50 caliber at us. I do know however that the last time I was that close, it ws not loaded.
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