U. S. Coast Guard Station Gulfport

01/25/2026

While conducting routine patrols to ensure public safety on the water, the crew of Coast Guard Station Gulfport observed a significant amount of debris accumulating on Ship Island.
The Coast Guard works with multiple government agencies across many mission areas, including lifesaving, law enforcement, and boating safety education. In keeping with that partnership, Station Gulfport coordinated with the National Park Service to conduct a joint cleanup effort that removed more than 500 pounds of trash from Ship Island.
Efforts like this help preserve our National Seashore, protect marine life, and ensure these waters remain safe and enjoyable for the public.

09/19/2025

🚁 Teamwork in Action! 🚁

This week, Coast Guard Station Gulfport teamed up with our friends from the Navy’s Dusty Dogs. Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 7, for an exciting Combat Search and Rescue (CSAR) training exercise.

Training side-by-side with our Navy partners builds trust, strengthens teamwork, and keeps us sharp for the real thing. Joint missions like these ensure that when the call comes, we’re ready to answer it, together.

Semper Paratus | Always Ready ⚓️🇺🇸

09/03/2025

08/23/2025

⚓️ Station Gulfport – Ready for Operations ⚓️

This week, Station Gulfport successfully completed our Ready for Operations (RFO) inspection. The RFO is a comprehensive evaluation of a unit’s training, proficiency, and operational readiness.

The crew demonstrated exceptional professionalism, discipline, and commitment to the mission throughout the process. Their performance reflects the highest standards of the United States Coast Guard.

Station Gulfport is officially Ready for Operations and prepared to answer the call, anytime, anywhere.

Bravo Zulu to the crew.

01/22/2025

Greetings from Sta Gulfport, which is usually sunny and warm! This week, however, we experienced a record-breaking 8 inches of snow—a rare and surreal sight to see our beaches blanketed in white. Rest assured, the crew at Station Gulfport remains ready to assist anyone in need on the water. However, we strongly urge everyone to stay home. With freezing air temperatures and cold water, hypothermia can set in within minutes. Stay safe out there!

12/21/2024

This week, we had the opportunity to take one of our 45' Response Boat-Mediums (RBM) to Pensacola and now it's at U.S. Coast Guard Station Panama City Transfers like these between stations are essential to keeping the Coast Guard mission-ready for any call that comes our way.

12/17/2024

Today, the CO and XPO had the honor of visiting Mr. Ron Gruno, a retired Coast Guard member, at the Armed Forces Retirement Home in Gulfport. Mr. Gruno's remarkable career began in 1955 when he joined the Navy Reserves, later making the transition to the Coast Guard in 1962. He served with distinction, retiring as a Radioman 1st Class in 1980.

Among his many achievements, Mr. Gruno is a proud plank owner of the USCGC Morgenthau, a 378-foot Hamilton-class high-endurance cutter. The Morgenthau, which served the Coast Guard faithfully for decades, was decommissioned in 2017 and transferred to the Vietnam Coast Guard, continuing its legacy of service.

Mr. Ron Gruno is one of just five retired Coast Guard members residing at the retirement home, a testament to the proud history and enduring spirit of our service. It was a privilege to spend time with him and honor his contributions to our nation.

12/14/2024

Greetings from Station Gulfport! The crew has been hard at work, taking the boats underway for training several times a week. This week, we had three small boats out for check rides, and the team delivered impressive results. MK3 Elizabeth Luther successfully completed her crewman check rides on the 45, 29, and 27, while BM3 Mason Moser wrapped up his coxswain check rides on the 29 and 27. Both performed exceptionally, exceeding expectations. Outstanding work by everyone involved—great job!

12/11/2024

Hello Shipmates, Family, and Friends of Coast Guard Station Gulfport,

Welcome to our newly created page! I’m Eric Hopperdietzel, the Commanding Officer of Station Gulfport, and I couldn’t be more excited to share our story with you. This platform will give you a unique glimpse into the incredible work, dedication, and camaraderie of the men and women who proudly serve here.

To kick things off, I’d like to introduce our exceptional Command Cadre: the Executive Petty Officer (XPO), Chief Wilson Sheppard, and the Engineering Petty Officer (EPO), Chief Shelton Franklin. In the coming week, I’ll be sharing detailed bios of the Command team, followed by introductions to other outstanding members of Station Gulfport.

This page will be a hub to celebrate the accomplishments of our crew, including Sailor of the Quarter recognitions, awards, qualifications, training milestones, and snapshots of everyday life at the station.

We’ll also dive into the rich history of Station Gulfport—a fascinating story we’re eager to share with all of you.

Thank you for joining us, I hope you enjoy exploring our page and getting to know the incredible team and mission of Station Gulfport. Stay tuned for updates as we highlight the adventures and achievements of this remarkable crew.

Semper Paratus,
Eric Hopperdietzel
Commanding Officer, Station Gulfport