par k b e n c h A sailor aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) hits a golf ball in the ship's hangar bay during a morale, welfare, and recreation event in October 2010. The George H.W. Bush was underway conducting training operations in the Atlantic Ocean. More than 30 civilian afloat recreation and fitness specialists, or " Fit and Fun Bosses, " work on large U.S. Navy vessels at sea. They are responsible for maintaining the crew's fitness through exercise programs as well as maintaining their morale through recreational activities such as sports, card tournaments, movie nights, talent shows, and video games. 80 Parks & Recreation DECEMBER 2010 www.NRPA .ORG Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Eric Tretter Recreation Afloat