Crewmembers from the Coast Guard Cutter James Rankin and personnel from the Coast Guard's Atlantic Strike Force pull on lines to ensure the boom that is part of the Vessel of Opportunity Skimming System is secure, April 14, 2010. The VOSS was used as part of an annual training exercise which enables Coast Guardsmen to become familiar with operating the system in the event of a potential oil spill. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Walter Shinn)