CGC Healy Mission Update - 17 July 2017

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Good Day HEALY Blog Enthusiasts! The past two weeks have been full of excitement both inport and at sea. Since our last update, HEALY held a port call in Honolulu, HI, conducted a battery of training and drills and had a few morale events along the way. On July 17th, HEALY will moor in Seward, AK, a favorite haunt of HEALY sailors for a five day logistics and crew rest stop. In Seward, HEALY will mobilize the first of four summer missions, 1701, the 21 day Coast Guard Research and Development Center mission.

On July 4th, HEALY moored in Honolulu, HI in order to onload a number of NOAA drifter buoys for deployment on our trip north, conduct operational tests of HEALY’s Landing Craft, Vehicle, Personnel (LCVP), and have some crew rest.

During the port call HEALY held three widely attended morale events planned by members of the morale committee. First, crewmembers took time to hike Diamond Head and snorkel in Hanauma Bay. Then, halfway through the portcall, over fifty crew members attended the famous Hale Koa luau, a repeat event from the crew’s last trip to Honolulu. Finally, about ten crewmembers went for their first SCUBA diving trip around the island of Oahu! None of these events would be possible without the careful planning of MSTC Will Winegar, CS1 Lisa Densmore, FN Nichole Zepeda, and SN Frank Lenihan. Thank you all for dedicating your time to make these events a reality!

After our port call in Honolulu, HEALY got underway on a sunny Sunday bound for her home, the Arctic! Before we got too far away from tropical waters, HEALY took the last opportunity to enjoy some swim call! Unfortunately, jellyfish cut our activities a little short, but everyone swam away unscathed. After the brief stop, HEALY continued northbound making best speed on two main diesel engines.

During our second week underway, HEALY continued training new personnel aggressively in new watch positions and refreshing some of our old knowledge. EMCM Scotty Hudson led a training on the use of the ship’s bow thruster for new and old conning officers, the crew conducted a flooding drill, and BM2 Jim Bowell led a pyrotechnics shoot.

This week, ENS Carlie Gilligan, ENS Ryan Carpenter, ENS Sam Wood, M/N Samuel LePage, and MSTC Will Winegar qualified as quartermaster of the watch (QMOW). QMOWs are responsible for maintaining about ten different ship’s logs, assisting the OOD in executing the plan of the day, and helping maintain a safe navigational picture for the safety and security of all those sailing in HEALY. Additionally, ENS Jennifer Haley and MK3 Ashley Harshell qualified as Technician of the Watch (TOW). The TOW is responsible for doing a thorough round of the ship every two hours, and oftentimes, they are the first sent to respond to any reports of casualties aboard HEALY. Hats off to our newly qualified...stand a taught watch!

On Saturday, HEALY recognized three new permanent cuttermen, EM1 Tanner Ralston, CS1 Lisa Densmore, and MK2 Jeffrey Bernard. The designation of Cutterman is held in high regard throughout the Coast Guard. The permanent Cuttermen’s Insignia represents over five years of assignment to sea duty. Permanent Cuttermen are authorized to wear their silver (enlisted) or gold (officer) pins on their uniforms for the duration of their time in the Coast Guard. The ceremony began with a “Cuttermen’s Call,” a gathering of all permanent cuttermen onboard HEALY’s, after which the crew was called to muster and congratulate the new inductees.  Congratulations to CS1, EM1, and MK2!

Following the ceremony, HEALY’s crew enjoyed some well deserved holiday routine and the ship’s cadets prepared a farewell meal of spaghetti and Italian sausage allowing the mess cooks to enjoy time off as well. A big thank you to our cadets for stepping up! Sunday closed out with a fish call for all hands organized by F&S3 Sterling Van Horn and EMCM Scotty Hudson. Thanks for your help SUPPO and Master Chief!

 I look forward to meeting again after our Seward port call. Check back weekly for more information on HEALY’s Arctic West Summer 2017 mission!

Very Respectfully,

ENS Chris DiBari
Public Affairs Officer
USCGC HEALY (WAGB 20)

For more information about CGC Healy, please visit:
http://www.icefloe.net


Arctic West Summer (AWS) 2017

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Healy is underway for Arctic West Summer (AWS) 2017. You can view hourly pictures from the aloft conn at Icefloe. Links covering HEALY's missions are available on the media page.

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ENS Chris Dibari (HEALY's Public Affairs Officer) posts HEALY Updates for friends and family back home. HEALY's Ombudsman maintains an e-mail list for friends and family of HEALY crewmembers.

CSCS Wheeler and CS1 Densmore pin on CS3 Trudell’s new rank insigna following his advancement.
EM1 Espinosa’s concentration could not be broken while working on his masterpiece during the Paint Night.
MSTC Winegar gives the signal to bring in the CTD rosette from over the side and set it on deck.
LT O’brien instructs SA Baker-Rodriguez and BM3 Shoopman on proper firefighting techniques during emergency response drills.
Two members of HEALY’s 1702 science party work to complete their sampling at a science station.
HEALY crewmembers take a break from combing the beach to enjoy the beautiful Alaskan day.
LTJG Brian Hagerty and BMCM Andrea Martynowski show Senator Dan Sullivan the navigation equipment HEALY uses while underway in the Arctic.
CAPT Tlapa congratulates LTJG Lash upon receiving the Coast Guard Achievement Medal.
EM1 Omar Zaldivar poses with his “catch of the day”.
HEALY’s crew and the 1701 science crew assemble on the flight deck for a group photograph.
CAPT Tlapa and Chief Scientist explain some of the unmanned maritime systems HEALY tested in the Arctic to the Mayor of Nome and local tribal representatives.
MST1 Sean Carrillo gives the “take-off” signal to the HH-60 during flight operations.
HEALY’s deck crew set a NOAA buoy in the Arctic Ocean in support of the 1701 science mission.
CAPT Tlapa congratulates BMCS Cichoracki as he is awarded the Coast Guard Commendation Medal.
BM2 Wells uses a tag-line to guide part of the hyperbaric chamber aboard HEALY in Seward, AK.
CS1 Densmore and CS3 Jackson present CS3 Taylor his new rank insignia, Petty Officer Third Class.
Congratulations Commander Everette!
Ensign Abigail Isaacs prepares to lead training on donning life-saving fire fighting equipment.
Damage Control Chief David Warner trains shipmates on hose handling techniques.
Boatswain's Mates David Edelson and Ben Ahlin prepare the 26325 for training during shakedown.
HEALY’s bridge team prepares to moor the ship at Pier 19 in Honolulu, HI
BM2 Jim Bowell instructs HEALY crewmembers on the use of the Shoulder Line Throwing Gun.
HEALY’s Gold and Silver Ancient Mariners, ENG3 Rob Kopser and FSCS Cliff Grader stand with newly minted permanent cuttermen.
HEALY crewmembers on their first SCUBA dive

CGC Healy Mission Update - 17 July 2017

By Staff

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Good Day HEALY Blog Enthusiasts! The past two weeks have been full of excitement both inport and at sea. Since our last update, HEALY held a port call in Honolulu, HI, conducted a battery of training and drills and had a few morale events along the way. On July 17th, HEALY will moor in Seward, AK, a favorite haunt of HEALY sailors for a five day logistics and crew rest stop. In Seward, HEALY will mobilize the first of four summer missions, 1701, the 21 day Coast Guard Research and Development Center mission.

On July 4th, HEALY moored in Honolulu, HI in order to onload a number of NOAA drifter buoys for deployment on our trip north, conduct operational tests of HEALY’s Landing Craft, Vehicle, Personnel (LCVP), and have some crew rest.

During the port call HEALY held three widely attended morale events planned by members of the morale committee. First, crewmembers took time to hike Diamond Head and snorkel in Hanauma Bay. Then, halfway through the portcall, over fifty crew members attended the famous Hale Koa luau, a repeat event from the crew’s last trip to Honolulu. Finally, about ten crewmembers went for their first SCUBA diving trip around the island of Oahu! None of these events would be possible without the careful planning of MSTC Will Winegar, CS1 Lisa Densmore, FN Nichole Zepeda, and SN Frank Lenihan. Thank you all for dedicating your time to make these events a reality!

After our port call in Honolulu, HEALY got underway on a sunny Sunday bound for her home, the Arctic! Before we got too far away from tropical waters, HEALY took the last opportunity to enjoy some swim call! Unfortunately, jellyfish cut our activities a little short, but everyone swam away unscathed. After the brief stop, HEALY continued northbound making best speed on two main diesel engines.

During our second week underway, HEALY continued training new personnel aggressively in new watch positions and refreshing some of our old knowledge. EMCM Scotty Hudson led a training on the use of the ship’s bow thruster for new and old conning officers, the crew conducted a flooding drill, and BM2 Jim Bowell led a pyrotechnics shoot.

This week, ENS Carlie Gilligan, ENS Ryan Carpenter, ENS Sam Wood, M/N Samuel LePage, and MSTC Will Winegar qualified as quartermaster of the watch (QMOW). QMOWs are responsible for maintaining about ten different ship’s logs, assisting the OOD in executing the plan of the day, and helping maintain a safe navigational picture for the safety and security of all those sailing in HEALY. Additionally, ENS Jennifer Haley and MK3 Ashley Harshell qualified as Technician of the Watch (TOW). The TOW is responsible for doing a thorough round of the ship every two hours, and oftentimes, they are the first sent to respond to any reports of casualties aboard HEALY. Hats off to our newly qualified...stand a taught watch!

On Saturday, HEALY recognized three new permanent cuttermen, EM1 Tanner Ralston, CS1 Lisa Densmore, and MK2 Jeffrey Bernard. The designation of Cutterman is held in high regard throughout the Coast Guard. The permanent Cuttermen’s Insignia represents over five years of assignment to sea duty. Permanent Cuttermen are authorized to wear their silver (enlisted) or gold (officer) pins on their uniforms for the duration of their time in the Coast Guard. The ceremony began with a “Cuttermen’s Call,” a gathering of all permanent cuttermen onboard HEALY’s, after which the crew was called to muster and congratulate the new inductees.  Congratulations to CS1, EM1, and MK2!

Following the ceremony, HEALY’s crew enjoyed some well deserved holiday routine and the ship’s cadets prepared a farewell meal of spaghetti and Italian sausage allowing the mess cooks to enjoy time off as well. A big thank you to our cadets for stepping up! Sunday closed out with a fish call for all hands organized by F&S3 Sterling Van Horn and EMCM Scotty Hudson. Thanks for your help SUPPO and Master Chief!

 I look forward to meeting again after our Seward port call. Check back weekly for more information on HEALY’s Arctic West Summer 2017 mission!

Very Respectfully,

ENS Chris DiBari
Public Affairs Officer
USCGC HEALY (WAGB 20)

For more information about CGC Healy, please visit:
http://www.icefloe.net