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SUMMARY:EXCLUSIVE INVITATION FOR VETERANS USS ORLECK STEEL BEACH PICNIC
DESCRIPTION:Calling All Veterans –  Active Duty All Branches – First Responders \nJoin us for an afternoon of fun tradition & sea stories Aboard USS Orleck (DD‑886);\nalso\, learn how you can support the historic museum and become a volunteer!\nFood • Fellowship • History • Service\n\n📅 Event Details\nDate: Saturday\, April 19\, 2026\nTime: 1300 (1:00 PM)\nLocation: Aboard the historic USS Orleck (DD‑886)\nThe ship will be closed to the general public during this event. ID checked at the gate.\n\nHonoring Those Who Served\nThe USS Orleck Museum Crew proudly invites veterans from Jacksonville and the surrounding communities to our inaugural Steel Beach Picnic—a special afternoon dedicated to connection\, camaraderie\, and continued service.\nJoin us aboard this iconic naval ship for a relaxed and welcoming gathering featuring hamburgers\, hot dogs\, refreshments\, and guided tours of the USS Orleck. Most importantly\, this event offers the opportunity to connect veteran‑to‑veteran with the volunteer crew who preserve and operate this living piece of naval history. Music by the  Steel Drum Band for Caribbean fun.\n\nOur Mission\nTo share who we are\, what we do\, and how you can become part of a mission that preserves naval heritage while inspiring future generations.\n\nWhy Attend?\n✔ Enjoy great food and camaraderie in a one‑of‑a‑kind historic setting\n✔ Experience behind‑the‑scenes tours of the USS Orleck\n✔ Meet the volunteer crew and learn how the ship operates\n✔ Explore meaningful opportunities to serve\, connect\, and give back\n✔ No prior experience required—training and support are provided\n\nMore Than a Museum\nThe USS Orleck is a living symbol of service\, history\, and community pride in downtown Jacksonville. Volunteer support helps keep the ship open\, expand youth education programs\, and ensure this remarkable vessel is preserved for generations to come.\n\n⚓ Your Next Mission Starts Here\nWhether you’re looking to reconnect with fellow veterans\, give back to the community\, or simply enjoy an afternoon aboard a historic naval ship\, we want you with us.\nJoin us aboard the USS Orleck.\nBring a shipmate. Meet the crew. Be part of something lasting.\nService doesn’t end—it evolves.\n\n\n		\n\n							\n					Share via:\n				 \n			\n			\n\n								\n		\n\n							\n\n					\n						\n						 \n					\n						\n							\n\n							\n																Facebook\n									\n						\n\n											\n					\n									\n							\n\n					\n						\n						 \n					\n						\n							\n\n							\n																X (Twitter)\n									\n						\n\n											\n					\n									\n							\n\n					\n						\n						 \n					\n						\n							\n\n							\n																LinkedIn\n									\n						\n\n											\n					\n									\n							\n\n					\n						\n						 \n					\n						\n							\n\n							\n																Email\n									\n						\n\n											\n					\n									\n							\n\n					\n						\n						 \n					\n						\n							\n\n							\n																Copy Link
URL:https://fhnsa.org/event/exclusive-invitation-for-veterans-uss-orleck-steel-beach-picnic/
LOCATION:USS Orleck\, USS Orleck Naval Museum 610 E Bay St\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32202\, United States
CATEGORIES:USS Orleck Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fhnsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/USS-Orleck-Inaugural-Steel-Beach-Picnic-2026.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Nadia":MAILTO:events@jaxnavalmuseum.org
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