Amerson, B. ATF 1963 proceeded to Nimitz Gate and stood in line to get gate passes. We had to call Com. Larson, Base Security Officer, who in turn called the Pass officer and got us passes and a car sticker. At 11:45 we drove up to Sierra Pier 17 and went aboard the U. S. S. Tawakoni. We were met by Mr. Brown. After chatting for awhile he showed us our quarters which were in the Chief's Quarters. But fortunately this ship was not crowded and there was only one Chief, Mr. Rosset. The bunks are also not as close as before. There is also ample storage space for personal items. Fred drove the car to the gangplank and we carried our gear aboard and stored it in our locker. We then met Capt. (Lt.) Gandy who in turn introduced us to the other officers. During lunch we briefly discussed a few items. Fred called Mr. Frye and talked to him about getting our stored equipment from Navy Supply. We went to his office and made definite arrangements. We then rode out to Pearl City to see Mr. Silva to show him exactly what items we wanted. Since we didn't desire the large freezer we opened the crate and removed the items stored inside. We were told the equipment would be placed aboard Wednesday (29th) morning between 8:30 and 9 a.m. We drove back to the ship and discussed items to be brought up before the skipper. At 4:30 we met with him and told him some of the things we would like the ship to do. He was very nice and said he would cooperate with us fully. After eating supper of weiners, etc. we went to the Aft Hold to look at the storage area. It is much larger than the Moctobi's as there is no separating