Chancellorsville (CG 62) - Naval Cruise Book

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ithjustaweek in port following the KITTY g HAWK Battlegroup's Fall deployment, the ship got underway in late-November for one final' time prior to the -Holiday standdown to con- duct the Naval Surface Fire 'Support FlFtEX l evaluation. Conducted off the rocky coast of Farrilon de Medinilla, an un- inhabited island in the Marianas chain, NSFS is an .3l'il'i'Ual certification that all surface ships must complete to prove their ability to assist in near-shore gunnery sup- port, such as is required dur- ing an amphibious invasion. GFHANGELLORSVILLE :scored a 1.05.1 which ulti- mately proved to be the highest score in the entire Navy for the year. This proud achievement led to a Ivery enjoyable port visit in what 'was rapidly becoming ClHANCELLORSVlLLE's favorite home away from homeport, Apra Harbor Guam. . Guam is a tourist 'mecca for many reasons. tilts nice balance of water acitivlities, including some of the best diving spots in the World, its shopping and rea- sonable nightlife have com- bined to make it a favorite of CH-ANCELLOFtSVlLLE's Grew-. During this particu- 'lar stopover fthe second of the yeari, sailors reveled in the warmth and beauty af- -ter leaving the bleak, early- December days of Japan Guam, United Slate ' 5 - 9 December 2000 0 behind. Several group dives were planned including a very special dive during which EW1iSWJ Webb reen- listed in the Navy 80 feet un- denivater. Much of the crew frequented the Hilton Hotel and its popular Tree Bar for late-night entertainment. lf not this hotel, most of the Tumon Bay hotels catered to sailors seeking a night in a comfortable hotel. The Chamber of Commerce hosted a reception at the Outrigger Hotel and several crewmembers particpated in a COMREL project highlight- ing a good relationship be- tween the Navy and the is- land. The centerpiece of recreation in Guam is the water, whether for swimming, diving or just enjoying an evening by the beach. Above, QM3 Woods demonstrates his enthusiasm at Underwater World while YN3 Potter dances off the beaches of Tumon. Chancellorsville visited Guam for the years H 5 port visit following completion of Naval 0 F ire Support qualuication at F arallon de it , tlffr-5 'fab 'Q iff ,. , h kwlmyll 5 4 s,,f'k?'f , N f' VV , , ,M .MWC :F'lU!aqgg,,,.,,.. S of America mr-

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The first por! of the Spring Crazse was hzghlzghtea' by I lfl g 61119 0lf6,,., eated at the mouth of the busiest waterway in the world, Singapore 1 strikes all visitors as a seemingly paradoxical city. Beautiful and clean, it is also crowded and busy. An independent country of almost six million, it is striking how orderly and open this bustling city is. Mak- ing its second visit in two years to the city, CHANCELLORSVILLE enjoyed the privi- lege of docking at the newly-opened Changi Naval Base at the southeastern tip ofthe island, further improving on outstanding accomodations. Built for the Singaporian Navy, but large enough to berth an entire carrier battle group, these piers greatly sim- plified the transit into and out of port. Be- cause of the significance of the KITTY HAWK Battle Group's visit, the Chief of Na- val Operations, ADM Vern Clark attended the opening ceremonies for the base in the shadow of the KITTY HAWK and CHANCELLORSVILLE. Shopping in Singapore, whether at the numerous electronics stores which of- fer discounted computer and stereo equip- ment, or at the outdoor markets in Chinatown, was a popular activity by day. At night, the bars, restaurants, and night- clubs of Clark and Boat Quay were frequent destinations of our sailors, as well as the popular Orchard Road area. Singapore is most-often remembered for its striking cleanliness. Considered overly restric- tive by many, Singapore's tight control and numerous laws over pollution and development make it a refreshingly clean, orderly and beautiful city. its naval facili- ties now rank it as one of the top ports of call for convenience as well. The Merlion is a symbol of Singapore's dominant position over world trade. Overlooking the Straits of lvlagellen, the busiest watenrvay in the world, from Sentosa Island, the giant statue is a symbol of Singapore's preeminence despite the nation's small size. Singapore the Changz Naval Base l