Radio Boat Forces
Radio Boat Forces offers essential discussions on maritime operations, professional development, open-source policy updates, and field insights from around the country. All views expressed are solely those of the hosts/guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of the U.S. Coast Guard.
Nevertheless, Radio Boat Forces provides exclusive content with leading experts, offering operational and leadership insights, as well as special guest interviews addressing mission-critical topics such as search and rescue, maritime law enforcement, aids to navigation, and other Coast Guard mission areas.
Whether you serve in the Coast Guard, a maritime partner agency, or consider yourself a military or maritime enthusiast, Radio Boat Forces delivers practical knowledge, historical insights, and other engaging content with a touch of light-hearted fun along the way.
Radio Boat Forces
STA Valdez & CISAR
In this episode, BM1 Matt Matella from MSST Miami offers an insider’s glimpse into the Critical Incident Search and Rescue (CISAR) training at Muscatatuck Urban Training Center in Butlerville, Indiana. Hear firsthand about the unique facilities, rigorous techniques taught, and how this training shaped his response during Hurricane Ian.
Joining the discussion, the crew from STA Valdez shares fascinating insights into their area of responsibility (AOR) and the challenges of operating in Alaska’s icy, snow-laden wilderness. From intense rescue scenarios to the great white north’s beauty and trials, this episode delivers a mix of expertise, adventure, and reflection.
This is an Unofficial Podcast. All views expressed are solely those of the hosts/guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of the U.S. Coast Guard.