ATLANTIC OCEAN - U.S. Coast Guard Barque Eagle crewmembers and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration officer candidates stand watch on the bridge of the Eagle Sept. 17, 2012.

NOAA and Coast Guard officer candidates spend two weeks of their training aboard the Eagle to improve their seamanship, teamwork and leadership skills.

U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Lauren Jorgensen