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 Cleveland Harbor & CG-731's New Facilities Program
The episode features Mr. Dave McConky, the Office of Boat Forces Facility Analyst, discussing his newly created role aimed at amplifying advocacy for Station and ANT facilities. He shares insights into his observations, concerns, and strategies for navigating a complex system constrained by budget limitations.
Rounding off the episode, BMCS David Cucovatz, BM1 Matt Long, and BM1 Jared Boren from Station Cleveland Harbor provide an insider's perspective on their unit's operations. They discuss the high-paced summer Search and Rescue (SAR) missions and the challenging ice rescue operations during Cleveland's frigid winters.
STA Cleveland Harbor, located on Lake Erie, oversees 550 square miles of federally navigable waters, including the Cuyahoga and Rocky Rivers. Cleveland experiences average winter temperatures around 25°F and summer highs near 80°F. The station's rich history dates back to 1875, showcasing its enduring commitment to maritime safety.
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.