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BHR visits Pearl Harbor

Navy NewsStand

Story Number: NNS080712-08
Release Date: 7/12/2008 12:37:00 AM

By Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class (SW/AW) Jeffery J. Gabriel Jr., USS Bonhomme Richard Public Affairs

USS BONHOMME RICHARD, at Sea (NNS) -- USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6)(BHR) pulled into Naval Station Pearl Harbor June 27 for a 14-day port visit.

Prior to pulling into port, BHR Sailors and embarked personnel were out to sea for 11 days. The time in Hawaii will give those aboard BHR some much needed rest and relaxation on the Hawaiian Island of Oahu.

"This is our first true liberty port since we left Australia last October," said Capt. Neil R. Parrott, BHR's commanding officer.

While in port, BHR Sailors and Marines will have a chance to enjoy the sites and base facilities as well as tours and sporting activities offered through the Moral, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) program.

"Planning these programs for the crew of the BHR motivates me extensively," said Anne Bolton, BHR's MWR coordinator and fun boss.

BHR's MWR has a variety of activities planned for this port visit, providing a multitude of entertainment and adventure for Sailors and Marines on liberty.

"I have always wanted to snorkel, and Sharks Cove will be a thrill of a lifetime," said Machinist Mate 3rd Class (SW) Kenneth Maestas. "I just hope that I don't get the opportunity to see a shark face to face because that would be too much of a thrill!"

Although some Sailors will take the opportunity to explore the island with other shipmates, there are Sailors who will be spending time with family members.

"It's going to be my first time in Hawaii and what a better way to enjoy this time than with friends," said Information Systems Technician 3rd Class Cindy Dela Cruz. "I have a cousin and a couple of friends in Hawaii that I haven't seen in a while, and I want to go sight-seeing and visit them,"

BHR hasn't made a port visit in Hawaii since the ship's 2007 Western Pacific deployment. After the 14-day port visit, Sailors and Marines aboard BHR will turn their focus back to Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2008, the largest biennial maritime exercise in the world.

For more news from USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6), visit www.navy.mil/local/lhd6/.