DAKAR, Senegal (July 30, 2011) Ensign Blake Norris (CENTER) plots the course for Coast Guard Cutter Forward as the ship departs the port of Dakar, Senegal, during Africa Partnership Station (APS). APS aims to strengthen global maritime partnerships through training and other collaborative activities in order to improve maritime safety and security in Africa. (U.S. Coast Guard Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Etta Smith/RELEASED)