The New London Chapter of the Surface Navy Association primarily consists of U.S. Coast Guard officers and enlisted, both active and retired, in the New London, CT area. Our activities center around providing professional development and camaraderie amongst the chapter’s membership, cadets attending the USCG Academy, Officer Candidates and others involved in the maritime profession. Each year, the chapter organizes “Cuttermen’s Call” events which coincide with bi-weekly classes of prospective afloat command cadre courses. These events allow for ample sea stories and excellent mentoring and fellowship. The chapter also coordinates with SNA National and the National Cuttermen Chapter of the SNA to encourage cadets and officer candidates to pursue a career afloat, and serves to demonstrate the value of joining an outstanding seagoing professional organization such as SNA.