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TO SERVE:
The ONM will assist in natural
disasters or other emergencies, as called upon by the governor
or the Adjutant General. The ONM is here, and ready to serve
the citizens of Ohio.
TO PROTECT:
The ONM's active mission
is to patrol the government impact area off Camp Perry, in the
waters of Lake Erie. It is a live-fire area that requires
keeping pleasure boaters and fishermen from entering. By
patrolling the impact area, the ONM provides support for the
Ohio National Guard and other military units as they perform
weapons qualifications prior to deploying overseas to fight
the war on terrorism.
TO BE PREPARED:
By conducting continuous training in boat
operations on and off the water members have opportunities to become
coxswains (boat operators) and boat crew qualified. ONM members also receive basic boating education
training to prepare for certification by the Ohio Division of
Watercraft. ONM members are taught basic navigation, radio communications,
boat handling, maintenance, boating safety, and boating
support functions. All ONM training hours are documented and
can be applied toward obtaining a captain's license from the
U.S. Coast Guard.
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