Sturgeon Bay Maritime Days has had events lined up throughout the week-long event, but one of the more interactive and knowledgeable opportunities was taking a tour of the USCGC Katmai Bay.
The USCGC Katmai Bay, which is stationed out of Sault Sainte Marie in Michigan, is a supporter of the larger USCGC Mackinaw. The tours were led by members of the Coast Guard who were assigned to the cutter, including the Lieutenant Junior Grade. From talking about what it means to serve in the Coast Guard, to going through everyday tasks which every member of the boat does, from the E-3 Seamen to Lieutenant Commander, the tour allowed for a hands-on experience.
Serving in the Coast Guard was something LTJG Overstreet decided on after spending his years in the Navy. The ability to continue to serve his country was the main factor in deciding on heading to the Coast Guard, and said that rang true with many other crew members on the boat.
You can experience the tour and hear more of their stories on Friday from 6pm to 8 pm, as the Sturgeon Bay Maritime Days come to an end.
