Sector Leadership
October 2020
CAPT Amy Florentino Deputy
BMCS Brandon Kuske SERA
CDR Matthew Waller SRO
Michigan’s birthplace, Sault Sainte Marie, is a land of vast natural
beauty that forms the nexus between countries, lakes, and cultures. The
state’s first city is found on the shores of the St. Marys River – a vital
waterway that connects the Great Lakes. With a rich history comprised of
Native American, French and British influences, the community
affectionately known as “The Soo” offers much to see and do. Sample
fresh caught whitefish, hike to an icy waterfall, stretch out on a pristine
beach, or visit historic lighthouses. Soak up the architecturally significant
structures and spend an evening enjoying a lively nighttime scene that
includes gaming,
missions on Lake Superior,
the St. Marys River,
Aids to Navigation Teams
(ANT) are responsible for
the proper operation and
correct positioning of over
Traffic Service, which
annually directs the
nation's largest domestic
icebreaking effort through
Sault Sainte Marie Campus
international border w/Canada
Huron
Station St. Ignace, MI
Tenant and Supporting Units
meters between Lake Superior and Lake
Huron levels. Built 160 years ago, the locks
provide passage for more than 8 million tons
of grain, coal, iron ore and other important
natural resources distributed throughout
that path and explore the river aboard a Soo
Locks Boat Tours vessel. Back on land, a
picturesque park and informative visitor
center is found at the Soo Locks complex.
Visit Museum Ship Valley Camp – a retired
shipping freighter that now houses
hundreds of nautical exhibits – and the
Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum at the
Whitefish Point Lighthouse. Climb to the
top of Point Iroquois Lighthouse’s nearly
20-meter tower for sweeping views of Lake
Superior and Sault Sainte Marie.
The Soo Locks
The Soo Locks are one of less than 3,000 National
Historic Landmarks in the entire country. It earned
this special designation due to its contributions to the
nation's industrial and commercial development since
the 1850s and the architectural significance and
integrity of many of its structures and buildings dating
back to the late 19th Century. To maintain these
historic elements while incorporating necessary
technological and safety improvements, the U.S. Army
Corps of Engineers works closely with the National
Park Service and State Historic Preservation Office
NATIONAL HISTORIC
resources available
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command. An Ombudsman can assist families
in locating resources, communicate information
from the command to the families, and take
concerns of families to the command.
Program Confidentiality
distinguish between issues suitable for public
discussion and those requiring confidentiality.
Ombudsman
Sector Sault Sainte Marie Housing Division is available to help you find a place
to live. Single or married, Coast Guard Owned Housing or rentals on the
economy, please contact reach out for housing and house hunting questions and
assistance:
CS1 Ronald Rice Sector Sault Ste. Marie Housing Representative (906) 632-7608
Housing Administration (Check In & Check Out)
Local Owned Housing Maintenance Rep.
BAH Primary Military Housing Office
UPH Manager, Rental Referral Manager
CWO2 Joshua Dixon Sector Sault Ste. Marie Local Housing Officer (906) 635-3206
DCC Dana Tull Owned Housing Maintenance Coordinator (216) 902-6290
Mr. Dave Bolanz Area Housing Officer, Base Cleveland (216) 902-6291
Helpful websites:
http://stmarysup.org/
TRICARE: Active duty service members are required to enroll in TRICARE
Prime Remote – East Region. Contact your sponsor to engage with HS Staff
for guidance on enrollment and local health care options. Personnel assigned
to Duluth AOR will enroll in TRICARE Prime Remote – West Region
MilConnect DoD Portal: https://milconnect.dmdc.osd.mil/milconnect/
Beneficiary Web Enrollment Website:
Supplement questions: https://www.opss.org/
Fitness information: https://www.hprc-online.org/
Smoking cessation: www.ucanquit2.org
Work Life: http://www.uscg.mil/worklife/default.asp
https://cg.portal.uscg.mil/units/sectorsaultstemarie/SitePages/Morale.aspx
Holiday parties
Hiking Trips
Photo Contests
Ice Shanty
Cardio machines, weights, sauna
for yoga
ice rink, indoor track, racquetball,
tennis courts, rock climbing wall,
sauna
Reduced monthly rates, full gym,
fitness classes, tanning, on-site
fitness classes, indoor track, indoor ice
rinks, outdoor nature trails, snowshoe
rentals
fitness classes
Canada has to offer!
Paranormal Convention is held in the
Soo every year?
https://sooeagles.net/pullar-stadium
https://soogreyhounds.com
and parks offer the perfect location
for a leisurely walk or waterfront
relaxation. Mother Nature is also
on display at nearby
Tahquamenon Falls State Park,
Falls drop more than 15 meters to
the river below. The Lower Falls
provide a succession of smaller
falls, each more beautiful than the
last. The park features hiking
trails, rowboat rentals, and food
and gifts for purchase. Go deep
into the woods in the Hiawatha
National Forest, the perfect place
for hiking and wildlife viewing.
Canadian Travel
where they lived on the abundant
foods found in the waters and woods
surrounding the city. Tribes from
near and far found a gathering
place in the Soo. Today, visitors
participate in this heritage by
attending annual Pow Wow
celebrations, visiting local museums
share the lives of their ancestors
here at Bahwating – the native
name for Sault Sainte Marie.
Ascend the Tower of History’s 64
meters by swift elevator to marvel
at the city stretching out below you
all the way to the Canadian
wilderness, then explore the two-
level museum’s informative exhibits
devoted to area culture.
With a larger population, expanded leisure, retail and cultural
opportunities are abundant in our twin city of Sault Ste. Marie, ON
Travel to Sault Ste. Marie, Canada + 50 mile radius: Members must complete a Foreign
Travel Request form, CG 5000A.
Authorization is good for one year.
prior to arrival.
•http://cglink.uscg.mil/22ee68e8
curling, major box stores (e.g., Home Depot, Best Buy), convention center (GFL Gardens),
casino, YMCA, additional higher education (Algoma University).
The Tahquamenon Falls State Park
encompasses a total of 46,179 acres of land
making it Michigan’s second largest state park.
TAHQUAMENON FALLS
Sector Administration Office 906-635-3278 Sector Medical Office 906-635-3226 Sector Housing Office 906-632-7608
Sector Command Center 906-635-3239 Sector Education Service Officer 906-635-3355
Sector Ombudsman 906-635-2350 Sector Weather/Contingency Line 906-635-3311
Coast Guard Exchange (Local) 906-635-3275 Chaplain 313-316-0609
Coast Guard Help Desk 1-855-243-4948 Coast Guard Support 1-855-247-8778
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Downtown Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan Downtown Development Authority official Facebook Site
I Love Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan Marketing Facebook Page for City of Sault Ste. Marie, MI
City of Sault Ste. Marie, MI SSM City Government’s official Facebook – Municipal Info
Sault, Mi Area News, Views, Rants & Raves Local Facebook Forum; all the local gossip
The City of Sault Ste. Marie Sault Canada’s official Facebook page
Downtown Sault Ste. Marie Squared Marketing Facebook Page for Twin Saults
sault.ste.marie Sault Canada’s official Instagram page
Michigan UP North Community Tourism Facebook page
Pure Michigan State of Michigan’s official Tourism Facebook page
Lake Superior State University LSSU’s official Facebook page
U.S. Coast Guard Sector Sault Ste Marie Sector’s official Facebook page