Access & respect ....
Just a quick follow up before I take off for Norfolk this week.
The asbestos displayed in the photo is from an area closed to public.
Access to the forward fire room occurred on the last day of the season.
An inspection for "leaks" was being conducted before the ship was mothballed for the Winter.
Respect was given to my docent in obeying the " Do not touch, do not disturb rule of the day ".
Allowing the general public in such conditions is simply not possible for the obvious reasons.
Some of my photos are to capture illustrations that the general public will never see first hand.
It saddens me that some members of the general public simply cannot obey the rules when visiting a ship.
I recall that shortly after visiting 'The Kidd" some wise person made off with some of the ship's china or was it the flat wear (?).
Thus those "Plastic force fields" get installed or the artifacts simply get removed due to those who can't respect the rules.
I personally attempt to build a relationship with the docents prior to a visit, via, e-mails, references, & sometimes old fashion phone calls.
If one displays common sense and honors the efforts of those who strive to maintain these museums, access can be granted.
Without a doubt I've been lucky to have several members of the WAB assist me and I am grateful.
Originally posted by bbvet
View Post
The asbestos displayed in the photo is from an area closed to public.
Access to the forward fire room occurred on the last day of the season.
An inspection for "leaks" was being conducted before the ship was mothballed for the Winter.
Respect was given to my docent in obeying the " Do not touch, do not disturb rule of the day ".
Allowing the general public in such conditions is simply not possible for the obvious reasons.
Some of my photos are to capture illustrations that the general public will never see first hand.
It saddens me that some members of the general public simply cannot obey the rules when visiting a ship.
I recall that shortly after visiting 'The Kidd" some wise person made off with some of the ship's china or was it the flat wear (?).
Thus those "Plastic force fields" get installed or the artifacts simply get removed due to those who can't respect the rules.
I personally attempt to build a relationship with the docents prior to a visit, via, e-mails, references, & sometimes old fashion phone calls.
If one displays common sense and honors the efforts of those who strive to maintain these museums, access can be granted.
Without a doubt I've been lucky to have several members of the WAB assist me and I am grateful.
Comment