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🇺🇸 Sail250 Virginia has concluded and the majestic vessels are off to their next port call in Baltimore! Our Coast Guard...
06/25/2026

🇺🇸 Sail250 Virginia has concluded and the majestic vessels are off to their next port call in Baltimore!

Our Coast Guard teams were honored to support such a special occasion in Norfolk, which saw several days of American and international jubilation, shared maritime heritage, and military pride. It was a privilege to live our core values of honor, respect, and devotion to duty to protect the public and maritime festivities.

Sail250 Virginia brought people together to the Hampton Roads region from all around the world during America’s 250th anniversary.

Our maritime safety and security teams, Auxiliary volunteers, Reserve and active-duty personnel, and emergency responders worked around-the-clock with partners to ensure safe celebrations in Norfolk.

Be sure to follow the Barque Eagle and Coast Guard during Sail250 Maryland! We hope to see you there!🦀

Photo gallery: USCG / Sail250 port of calls: https://www.dvidshub.net/feature/USCGAAUSCG250

Photo gallery: Eagle’s 2026 summer cruise: https://www.dvidshub.net/feature/Eagle26

One Coast Guard. One shared focus. ⚓️🇺🇸During Sail250 Virginia, Coast Guard leaders came together for many festive event...
06/21/2026

One Coast Guard. One shared focus. ⚓️🇺🇸

During Sail250 Virginia, Coast Guard leaders came together for many festive events to include the Parade of Sail Review and Opening Ceremony as well as the Captain’s Welcome Ceremony, demonstrating a shared commitment to excellence in mission and people. We save lives, secure and defend our maritime borders, facilitate vital commerce, and remain ready to respond in times of crisis.

Before the end of a busy first day, Vice Adm. Jo-Ann Burdian, commander, Coast Guard Atlantic Area, and Rear Adm. Zeita Merchant, commander, Coast Guard East District, participated in a reception aboard CGC Eagle to recognize the cadets and crew, whose hard work and dedication make mission success possible every day.

Together, we lead with purpose and serve with pride. 💙🧡

📸: PA3 Svitenko, PA3 Layton, PA1 Hillard

⛵️ : History in the making! Tall ships and military vessels from around the world are all docked in Norfolk. For the ne...
06/20/2026

⛵️ : History in the making! Tall ships and military vessels from around the world are all docked in Norfolk. For the next few days, you have the opportunity to tour the moored ships at the Norfolk Waterfront and Naval Station Norfolk. Our small boat crews, shoreside teams, and emergency responders are working with our partners and monitoring the festivities to ensure a safe event.

06/19/2026
ALL ABOARD! Tour the CGC Stone at Sail 250 Virginia! ⚓️ Looking for the perfect weekend plans in Hampton Roads? The Coas...
06/18/2026

ALL ABOARD! Tour the CGC Stone at Sail 250 Virginia! ⚓️

Looking for the perfect weekend plans in Hampton Roads? The Coast Guard Cutter Stone (WMSL 758) has officially docked for Sail 250 Virginia, and we are ready to welcome you aboard!

Whether you’re a maritime history buff, a future Coastie, or just looking for a fun and unique family outing, we’ve got you covered. The crew is hosting free public tours all weekend long. Come explore our 418-foot National Security Cutter, stand on the flight deck, and learn straight from our crew what it takes to protect America’s maritime borders.

Here is everything you need to know to plan your visit:

Saturday, June 20th: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM Pier 10, Naval Station Norfolk
Sunday, June 21st: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM Pier 10, Naval Station Norfolk

💡 Quick Tips for Your Visit:

Wear comfortable shoes: You’ll be walking on steel decks and climbing ship ladders!

Bring your cameras: There will be plenty of great photo ops with the crew and the ship.

Weather: Be mindful of the weather with there being a chance of rain, so umbrellas or sunscreen could come in handy!

Bring Water: Please remember to always hydrate!

Tag a friend you want to bring along in the comments below! We can't wait to see you at the pier!

Fair winds and following seas to Cmdr. Ian Starr, and a warm welcome aboard to Cmdr. George MacDonnell! The Coast Guard ...
06/17/2026

Fair winds and following seas to Cmdr. Ian Starr, and a warm welcome aboard to Cmdr. George MacDonnell!

The Coast Guard Cutter Resolute held a time-honored change-of-command ceremony in St. Petersburg, Florida, presided over by Rear Adm. John Vann, deputy commander of Coast Guard Atlantic Area.

Over the past two years, Cmdr. Starr led the Resolute crew across more than 37,000 nautical miles, overseeing the safe and successful ex*****on of vital counter-drug and migrant interdiction operations. Thank you for your exceptional leadership, Cmdr. Starr, and best of luck at the Naval War College!

We are excited to welcome Cmdr. MacDonnell as the 31st commanding officer. We look forward to seeing the crew carry the Resolute’s six-decade legacy of excellence into the future.

Bravo Zulu to the entire crew! 🌊

06/17/2026

⚓️ BIG NEWS FOR NORFOLK! ⚓️

America’s 250th anniversary celebrations are kicking off, and the U.S. Coast Guard is ready to welcome over 60 massive tall ships and military vessels from 20 nations for Sail250 Virginia! 🇺🇸✨

Are you heading down to the Norfolk waterfront June 19-23? If so, tour "America’s Tall Ship" For FREE!

The spectacular 295-foot Coast Guard Cutter Eagle is leading the Parade of Sail on Friday and opening its decks to the public.

Tour Hours:
🗓 Friday, June 19: 3 PM – 5 PM
🗓 Saturday, June 20: 12 PM – 7 PM
🗓 Sunday, June 21: 12 PM – 7 PM
🗓 Monday, June 22: 12 PM – 5 PM

(⚠️ Heads up: You’ll need a photo ID to board, and be ready to climb some stairs for the tour!)

🚤 Will you be out on the water? Stay safe!

With a massive influx of spectators and boats, Coast Guard crews will be out patrolling.

Remember to:
- Keep a safe distance from the historic tall ships.
- Monitor VHF-FM Channel 16 for safety updates.
- Double-check that you have life jackets and working communication gear for everyone on board.

We hope to see you there!

countdown in the #757! ⛵️In less than four days, an inspiring assembly of tall ships and military vessels from around...
06/16/2026

countdown in the #757! ⛵️

In less than four days, an inspiring assembly of tall ships and military vessels from around the world will kick off celebrations in Norfolk, to commemorate our shared maritime history while painting the town red, white, and blue 🇺🇸

As the lead federal agency for maritime safety and security for all U.S. Sail 250 events, the U.S. Coast Guard will be on-scene with our waterside and shoreside security teams, incident management personnel, and a coalition of port partners to ensure readiness through a layered security approach.

Know that our teams have the watch. Our top priority is ensuring security of our waterways and the safety of those celebrating America's 250th.

💨 Figurehead to figurehead!In less than one month, USCGC Eagle will face off against its active sister ships in the Five...
06/11/2026

💨 Figurehead to figurehead!

In less than one month, USCGC Eagle will face off against its active sister ships in the Five Sisters Race. Taking place between port stops in and , this will be the first race between the similar square-rigged, three-masted barques since 1976. These tall ships were all built at the Blohm and Voss Shipyard in Hamburg, Germany. Currently, each serves as a training vessel, preparing sailors for military service in their nation’s navies or coast guards.

The Lineup:
Eagle 🇺🇸
Gorch Fock 🇩🇪
Mircea 🇷🇴
NRP Sagres 🇵🇹

Though Eagle’s primary role is to train cadets in seamanship, it also carries out a proud diplomatic mission as a goodwill ambassador to the world. Barque Eagle not only trains U.S. Coast Guard Academy cadets, it offers training at sea to international sailors as well.

As we celebrate our shared maritime history during America’s 250th anniversary, we are reminded that the purpose of these ships exceeds their beauty. Eagle trains the future leaders of the Coast Guard to lead our service forward. We save lives, secure our maritime borders from evolving threats, secure and protect the marine transportation system, and maintain readiness to respond to any crisis.

For the past five decades, Germany's Gorch Fock has held the Five Sisters Cup. Who will take home the Tiffany trophy this year?

💻 For more on Sail 250 events at all five ports, visit: https://www.news.uscg.mil/Sail-2026/
📸 USCG involvement in all five Sail 250 port stops: https://www.dvidshub.net/feature/USCGAAUSCG250
📸 Eagle’s 2026 summer cruise: https://www.dvidshub.net/feature/Eagle26

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