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    State: USPACOM 
    Unit: USCGPA 
    A U.S. Coast Guard helicopter (marked 'U.S. COAST GUARD') in orange-red livery hovers over the flight deck of a vessel at sea. Ground crew personnel on the deck are managing a hoist cable connected to the helicopter, while a flight deck director in a yellow vest and helmet signals the aircraft. The operation appears to be a hoist or cargo transfer exercise conducted over open ocean.

    USCGC Steadfast conducts flight operations training in Eastern Pacific

    Photo by Capt. Aaron Moshier

    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

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    An aerial photograph of a small blue and white motorized boat on dark open water. The vessel has two blue stars painted on its hull and carries several occupants who appear to be engaged in fishing or retrieval activity. There are objects visible in the water near the boat that appear to be fishing traps or nets.

    USCGC Steadfast conducts counter narcotics patrol in Eastern Pacific

    Photo by Capt. Aaron Moshier

    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

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    An aerial photograph shows a small orange rigid inflatable boat (RIB) approaching a larger white fishing or patrol vessel on open blue water. The RIB appears to carry several personnel, suggesting a maritime interdiction, boarding operation, or rescue scenario. The larger vessel has multiple fishing rods/antennas, a teal/turquoise hull trim, and a colorful flag displayed on its superstructure.

    USCGC Steadfast conducts counter narcotics patrol in Eastern Pacific

    Photo by Capt. Aaron Moshier

    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

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    Coast Guard Antarctic Dive Operations

    Coast Guard Antarctic Dive Operations

    Video by Petty Officer 1st Class George Degener

    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

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    Coast Guard Rescues 26 Fishermen Trapped in Antarctic Ice

    Coast Guard Rescues 26 Fishermen Trapped in Antarctic Ice

    Video by Petty Officer 1st Class George Degener

    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

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    Final update: Coast Guard crew rescues 26 people trapped by Antarctic ice

    Final update: Coast Guard crew rescues 26 people trapped by Antarctic ice

    Story by Lt. Donnie Brzuska

    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

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    An aerial or elevated view from the mast of an icebreaker vessel cutting through a frozen sea, leaving a dark open-water channel in its wake. The ship features a distinctive orange and black funnel/superstructure and is surrounded by broken ice floes extending to the horizon. The image is captured with a wide-angle or fisheye lens, giving a curved perspective of the vast polar seascape under a partly cloudy sky at what appears to be twilight or low-angle sunlight.

    Grooming the channel

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class George Degener

    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

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    Three U.S. Coast Guard personnel in orange immersion/survival suits are holding a blue flag displaying the number '12', associated with the Seattle Seahawks '12th Man' fan tradition. They are standing on a small vessel with a large red-and-white U.S. Coast Guard cutter visible in the background on open water. The image appears to be a morale or fan support photo taken in a maritime operational environment.

    12th man in Antarctica

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class George Degener

    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

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    A U.S. Coast Guard small patrol boat navigates Arctic or Antarctic waters near a large iceberg, with a red-hulled Coast Guard cutter visible in the background. Personnel aboard the small vessel are wearing red survival suits, indicating cold-water operational protocols. Snow-capped mountains are visible along the distant horizon under clear blue skies.

    Antarctic small boat ops

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class George Degener

    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

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    Two U.S. Coast Guard vessels are underway in cold, open ocean waters with snow-covered mountains visible in the background. Personnel wearing red Coast Guard survival suits are visible on the trailing vessel, observing the lead boat ahead. The scene suggests a patrol or operational mission in an Arctic or sub-Arctic environment.

    Antarctic small boat ops

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class George Degener

    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

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    The image shows a polar diving operation being conducted from what appears to be an icebreaker vessel. Two scuba divers in full dry suits are positioned on a crane-lowered dive platform over dark open water, while a support team of approximately 8-10 personnel in red and black cold-weather gear stand on the sea ice nearby. The scene depicts a coordinated underwater operation in an Arctic or Antarctic environment.

    Antarctic dive ops

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class George Degener

    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

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    Two individuals are on the deck of a vessel, with one person in full scuba diving gear including a dry suit, tank, BCD, hood, gloves, and fins, appearing to be preparing for or returning from a dive. A second person in dark navy clothing, wearing a beanie and sunglasses, stands behind and appears to be assisting or supervising. The setting appears to be a working vessel deck in cold-weather conditions.

    Antarctic dive ops

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class George Degener

    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

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    A bald man in a navy blue uniform or jacket stands behind a counter in a small retail store or canteen, resting his chin on his hand while looking to the side. The store features glass display cases stocked with snacks, beverages, candy, and sundry items. A 'TIPS' jar is visible on the counter, and a red 'EXCHANGE' sign is partially visible in the upper right corner.

    Open for business

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class George Degener

    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

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    A seal rests on sea ice in the foreground while a red-and-white U.S. Coast Guard icebreaker vessel is visible in the background on open polar waters. The scene appears to be set in an Antarctic or Arctic environment, characterized by expansive ice floes, overcast skies, and distant snow-covered mountains. The composition contrasts wildlife with human maritime presence in a polar setting.

    A seal makes everything better

    Courtesy Photo

    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

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    An outdoor military ceremony taking place in snowy conditions, where two uniformed personnel wearing U.S. Coast Guard caps and light blue shirts are having items pinned or adjusted on their uniforms by civilians or senior personnel. A crowd of observers in cold-weather gear stands in the background. The setting appears to be a formal recognition or promotion ceremony conducted outdoors in winter.

    Promotion on ice

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class George Degener

    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

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    A large group of U.S. Coast Guard personnel pose for a group photo on ice in front of a red-hulled Coast Guard icebreaker vessel. The ship's hull prominently displays 'U.S. COAST GUARD' in large white letters. The setting appears to be a polar or Arctic/Antarctic environment based on the surrounding snow and ice.

    Group shot on the ice

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class George Degener

    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

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    A large U.S. Coast Guard icebreaker vessel is docked on a frozen ice surface, likely in Antarctica or the Arctic. A large group of crew members and personnel are posed for a group photograph in front of the red hull of the ship. Notably, a single penguin is visible in the foreground, suggesting an Antarctic location.

    Unexpected visitor

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class George Degener

    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

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    A bald man wearing a dark navy hoodie is leaning over a DJ setup, actively operating equipment in what appears to be a dimly lit event venue. The setup includes a Numark DJ controller with illuminated orange and green buttons, a laptop, and a mixing board. Colorful laser lights and blue LED effects are visible in the background, indicating a live event or party setting.

    Keeping karaoke cool in the Antarctic

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class George Degener

    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

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    A darkened performance or karaoke venue with dramatic laser light effects in green and red streaking across the ceiling and walls. A large projection screen displays karaoke lyrics reading 'I GAZED A GAZELY STARE WITH MULTI-MILLIONS HERE I MUST HAVE DIED ALONE A LONG LONG TIME AGO'. The lower bar ticker on the screen reads 'Now Accessing: Dude Vader Up', suggesting a karaoke system interface.

    Keeping karaoke cool in the Antarctic

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class George Degener

    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

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    A group of personnel in red uniforms and safety gear are conducting what appears to be a damage control or emergency repair drill aboard a naval vessel. They are working around a hatch or access point on the deck, using shoring equipment such as a wooden brace and a metal pole. One individual in navy blue uniform appears to be supervising or observing the exercise.

    Damage control

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class George Degener

    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

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    An aerial view taken from the bridge or mast of an icebreaker vessel navigating through pack ice in a polar region, likely Antarctica or the Arctic. The ship is cutting a dark channel through the surrounding white sea ice, with a snow-covered landmass visible on the left horizon. The image is captured with a wide-angle or fisheye lens at what appears to be golden hour lighting.

    The icebreaker escort

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class George Degener

    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

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    The image is taken from the bow of a vessel equipped with a helicopter landing pad, following a red icebreaker ship through a channel of broken sea ice in a polar region. The lead ship has carved a navigable path through the flat, expansive ice sheet, leaving fragmented ice floes and open blue water in its wake. Mountains or land masses are faintly visible on the horizon under a clear blue sky.

    Making a channel

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class George Degener

    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

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    A red cargo/supply ship loaded with colorful shipping containers navigates through ice-covered polar waters, likely in Antarctica. In the background, a research station or settlement is visible along the coastline, nestled against dark, snow-dusted volcanic hills. The foreground is dominated by broken sea ice (brash ice and ice floes) floating on the water surface.

    Making a channel

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class George Degener

    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

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    A group of personnel, several wearing orange survival/immersion suits and blue hard hats, are handling a large yellow rope on what appears to be the deck of a ship or vessel. The scene suggests a mooring, line-handling, or underway replenishment evolution taking place in cold weather conditions. A large dark fender or bumper is visible along the deck edge.

    Towing hawser

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class George Degener

    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

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    The image is taken from the bridge or deck of an icebreaker vessel, looking forward through a structural frame toward a second red-hulled icebreaker ship in the distance. Both vessels are navigating through broken sea ice, with a clear channel of dark water visible between the ice floes. The scene appears to be in a polar region, likely Antarctica or the Arctic, under clear blue skies.

    Making a channel

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class George Degener

    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

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    Cutter Polar Star Breaking Ice in Antarctica

    Cutter Polar Star Breaking Ice in Antarctica

    Video by Petty Officer 1st Class George Degener

    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

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    Two individuals are wearing full-face diving helmets and professional dive suits in what appears to be a pre-dive preparation area. The equipment is branded with 'OTS' (Ocean Technology Systems) and 'DUI' (Diving Unlimited International), indicating professional or military-grade diving gear. A third person in civilian clothing is visible in the background.

    A real Polar plunge

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class George Degener

    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

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    A person in military camouflage uniform and red beanie hat operates an AQUACOM MK-IV diver intercom communication system in an Arctic or Antarctic environment. They are holding a communication handset to their mouth while standing over the control panel, which has multiple colored cables connected to it. Buildings and rocky terrain are visible in the icy background.

    A real Polar plunge

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class George Degener

    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

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    A large red and white Coast Guard icebreaker vessel is moored alongside a dock or shoreline surrounded by broken sea ice and slush. The ship displays 'COAST GUARD' markings and features prominent tan/brown funnels, cranes, and extensive superstructure. Personnel in military/operational gear are visible on deck, suggesting active operations in a polar or sub-polar environment.

    A real Polar plunge

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class George Degener

    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

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    Two workers wearing blue hard hats are handling a thick mooring rope attached to a large rusty bollard on what appears to be a ship or dock in a cold, remote location. One worker wears a red survival/immersion suit over dark clothing, while the other wears a green parka with fur-trimmed hood. The background reveals a barren, rocky landscape with snow patches, industrial equipment, green shipping containers, and structures consistent with a polar research or logistics station.

    Mooring up in Antarctica

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class George Degener

    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

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