USCGC STRATTON WMSL 752

05/29/2024

On May 9th, Stratton’s crew witnessed the signing of the trilateral letter of intent between the U.S., Japan, and South Korea. The agreement will enhance maritime safety and further the three countries’ collaborative efforts to combat illegal and unregulated fishing in the Indo-Pacific region.

Admiral Tiongson (USCG Pacific Area Commander) was joined by Admiral Watanabe Yasunori (Japan Coast Guard Vice Commandant for Operations) on the Coast Guard Island pier to sign the letter, which had already been signed by Deputy Commissioner Oh Sang Kwon of the Korean Coast Guard.

Following the trilateral signing ceremony, Stratton welcomed Admiral Tiongson and Admiral Watanabe Yasunori onboard for a tour and gift exchange!

03/20/2024

Stratton plays a vital role in ensuring the safe operation of Alaskan fishing vessels by enforcing NOAA fisheries regulations. NOAA oversees the management of commercial and recreational fisheries within U.S. waters, aiming to safeguard and promote sustainable fish populations. Alaska's fisheries are some of the nation's largest providers of seafood and are a critical component of our economy. Alaska's seafood industry averages $5.6 billion in total annual economic activity for Alaska. Our efforts in enforcing regulations and ensuring safe practices are essential in supporting this vital industry.

So far, Stratton has conducted 17 boardings while patrolling the Bering Sea. Boardings are no easy task for our small boat crews and boarding teams, and often involve enduring rough seas and freezing temperatures for hours. Bravo Zulu to our boarding teams and small boat crews for their hard work and dedication!

03/14/2024

Since departing Alameda in January, we have frequently conducted flight operations with Air Station Kodiak. In total, Stratton completed 245 daytime landings and 103 nighttime landings. We executed 12 hot gas evolutions, which involves fueling the helicopter on our flight deck, and four Helicopter In-Flight Refueling (HIFR) evolutions, in which we fuel the helicopter by passing them a fuel hose while they remain airborne. If the sea state were too rough to land the helicopter on our flight deck, we could use HIFR to fuel them in the air. These complex evolutions serve as valuable practice for our qualified flight deck team and valuable training for our break-in flight deck members as they gain experience. Notably, our flight operations also allowed two pilots from Air Station Kodiak to qualify in shipboard landings. Thank you, U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Kodiak for the training!

03/13/2024

This past month, we met Coast Guard Cutter Bailey Barco in Beaver Inlet, a protected cove south of Dutch Harbor on Unalaska Island. We both launched small boats for crew training and a great photo opportunity. Thanks to the crew of Bailey Barco for the amazing photos!

01/22/2024

Earlier this month Stratton conducted flight operations with MH-60 and MH-65 helicopters from CG Air Station San Diego and CG Air Station Kodiak. The helicopters did several touch-and-go’s, landings with tie-downs, and in-flight refueling. Thanks, Coast Guard Air Station San Diego and U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Kodiak for the awesome training opportunity!

12/29/2023

This fall, 12 crew members from the Combat Systems Department spent a day volunteering for Habitat for Humanity East Bay/Silicon Valley. Crew members helped demolish parts of a condemned Oakland house in preparation for home renovations. These home improvements will enable a local family to purchase an affordable and safe home.
Bravo Zulu to the Combat Systems Department for embodying the Stratton culture of Respect and Take Care of Each Other.

12/13/2023

Over the past three months, Stratton hosted seven tours for various local community groups! During the tours, we showcased our flight deck, small boat launching stations, bridge, and foc’sle. Our guests practiced throwing heaving lines and fighting shipboard fires with our firehoses!

In all, we welcomed aboard four JROTC groups, local Girl Scout and Cub Scout troops, and a group of Cal Maritime cadets, totaling over 250 people. These tours enhanced Coast Guard recruiting efforts by showcasing our operations and building positive relationships with the community. We hope we inspired young community members to consider the Coast Guard as a future career path!

To boost our recruiting efforts even further, Stratton crew member, SK3 Rodriguez, recently participated in the Hometown Recruiting program in his hometown of San Juan, Puerto Rico. SK3 spoke about the Coast Guard career path and shared his story of why he joined. He visited 25 schools and spoke to over 300 local students!

Thank you to all our guests! We loved having everyone onboard!

11/30/2023

Earlier this month, CGC Stratton had the honor of hosting the Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas for his first visit of a national security cutter. Stratton provided Secretary Mayorkas with a tour, a brief on the cutter’s capabilities, and a custom Stratton ball cap! To conclude the visit, Secretary Mayorkas addressed the 140 Stratton crew members, highlighting the importance of Stratton’s recent 118-day patrol in the Western Pacific to the nation’s global interests. Thank you for the visit! Department of Homeland Security You are welcome back anytime!

11/18/2023

This code is for troops and veterans, and the OCC family. DO NOT share this with those who haven't served. You are taking spots away from other veterans and military families. Please email [email protected] if you have questions about this event.

Announcing: ENCHANT!
Join us for a sneak peek of Enchant magic!

You’ve been added to our Nice List and we’re giving you an exclusive behind-the-lights look at all the holiday sparkle that goes into making Enchant before the doors officially open. The attached ticket is valid for you and three guests.

Your one-way ticket to a world of Christmas wonder awaits!

Date: Wednesday, November 22nd
Time: 6PM – 9PM
Location: Please present the attached ticket at the PayPal Park Main Gate for you and your 3 guests.

Please note this is a soft opening. This is a night for a dress rehearsal to allow us to catch any hiccups before the opening night (November 24th).

Ice skating is limited and is first come/first serve! Not everyone may get to ice skate, but you will certainly get the chance to enjoy the maze, village, and everything Enchant has to offer.

Have fun and be sure to post photos!

11/15/2023

Recently, CGC Stratton crew members volunteered at the Indigenous Permaculture project! The Indigenous Permaculture project is an organization working to support and empower communities to develop self-sustainable ways of living. Stratton crew members helped w**d and mulch one of the project’s Oakland gardens. Stratton’s volunteer efforts reflect our culture of Respect and Take Care of Each Other and our motto: “We Can’t Afford Not To.”

07/13/2023

So proud of us!

07/09/2023