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Community Article 3818: 02-May-09 USS Edson to Journey Here Through Quebec, As Soon As EPA Sounds the Bell By: Dave Rogers

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dmaillette Says:       On May 03, 2009 at 09:18 PM Thanks again, Dave! Let us hope for summer arrival. We've worked long and hard.

an observer says:       On May 03, 2009 at 11:53 PM I look forward to the Edson's arrival, really I do. But can anyone actually believe the study by Lexington, Kentucky, tourism consulting firm Certec, Inc.? They are quoted as saying: the Edson Museum when located in Bay City is expected to attract the following number of visitors: Year 1--43,000; Year 2 -- 61,000; Year 3 -- 83,000. Did anyone actually LOOK at those numbers? Simple math says that the low estimate is 118 people A DAY, 365 days a year. If the boat is open 8 hours a day that's about 15 people an hour. If the boat is open six months a year that becomes 30 people an hour. By year 3 estimates that would mean 57 people an hour, seven days a week. I think they're going to need a bigger parking lot and a lot more porta-potties!

Anonymous Says:       On May 04, 2009 at 08:33 AM This Edson project is just another "money pit" supported by a handful of historical "snobs" looking to leave some kind of "mark" for posterity.

Boondoggle says:       On May 04, 2009 at 08:41 AM Wikipedia says --- Boondoggle (project)-- term for a scheme that wastes time and money. How much money has been spent on this rustbucket already?

dghardeman Says:       On May 04, 2009 at 09:36 AM I believe that this addition would increase the tourism to Bay City, MI. The ship USS Edson would display another type of floating vessel that many adults and children who have never seen before. It is an honor to watch the progress of a committee and the volunteers to make such a worth while project arrive on our shore in Bay City. Keep up the great work, MS1, U. S. Navy Retired

kegley Says:       On May 05, 2009 at 07:45 AM Great article Dave. Thanks for helping spread the word about this project to preserve the great ship building past of Bay City and to honor the Sailors that served on these great ship. The National Historic Landmark will be a great addition to our community.

mgaken9517 Says:       On May 08, 2009 at 08:33 AM I hope it come this year. Looking forward to touring the ship.

fwiggles Says:       On May 11, 2009 at 02:44 PM I served on the USS EDSON DD 946 From May 1969 - Dec 1973. I made three WEST-PAC cruises on her. I got to see alot of the world on her, and have a lot of great tails about her. FTG2 Wiggles USS EDSON DD 946 1969-1973

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