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Your U.S. Navy in the Northwest

Navy Region Northwest was originally established as the Thirteenth Naval District on May 7, 1903. It was renamed Naval Base Seattle in 1980 and subsequently renamed Navy Region Northwest in February 1999.

Commander, Navy Region Northwest provides consolidated base operations support for Navy activities in Washington, Oregon, Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Minnesota and Iowa. The Commander oversees the assigned shore organization and provides facilities and space management, exercise coordination, and support to homeported and transient ships, submarines and aircraft as well as afloat and ashore tenants, military and family members. 

Puget Sound is the U.S. Navy's third largest fleet concentration area. The Department of the Navy contributes more than $10.7 billion annually to the Northwest Region economy.

For more information about your U.S. Navy in the Northwest, visit the About page or contact Navy Region Northwest Public Affairs at (360) 396-1630


Unmanned Arial Systems reporting:

The use of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) or “Drones” provides the ability to use camera systems at high altitudes. UAS are prohibited on Naval Base Kitsap (NBK) installations without authorization from the Commanding Officer. NBK is requesting your assistance in reporting any UAS device seen on any NBK installations. Please immediately call (360) 396-4444. Taking photographs of the UAS can also be helpful if you are safely able to do so. Your assistance in identifying these devices is crucial to the safety and security of NBK personnel and guests. 


Retired Civilian Base Access Following DoD Cancellation of Special ID:
Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness recently cancelled Department of Defense (DoD) civilian retiree identification card. As a result, federal civilian retirees wanting to access a Navy installation will be required to apply for a Defense Biometric Identifications Systems (DBIDS) ID card.
Applying for a DBIDS ID card can be done at the nearest Navy Visitor Control Center. DBIDS credentials will be issued to eligible personnel with “MWR Facility Privileges” on the back in the “Remarks” box, and be assigned to the “Facility Use” (yellow) category during enrollment. The limited use of MWR facilities by DoD civilian retirees will remain at the discretion of the installation commander. Learn more here.


COVID-19 Information & Resources:
Northwest Navy Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Information & Resources can be found here.

For general COVID-19 information, please visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website or the Navy and Marine Corps Public Health Center website.
 

 

News from around CNRNW

PHOTOS FROM AROUND CNRNW

Chief Boatswain’s Mate Michael Blunt gets pinned during a chief petty officer pinning ceremony at Naval Base Kitsap-Bremerton, Washington Sept. 29, 2023. The rank of chief petty officer was officially established April 1, 1893, and holding the title "Chief" means a Sailor has achieved senior non-commissioned officer status. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Sophia H. Bumps)
Chief Aviation Electronics Technician Tiyana Serrano walks through sideboys during a chief petty officer pinning ceremony at Naval Base Kitsap-Bremerton, Washington Sept. 29, 2023. The rank of chief petty officer was officially established April 1, 1893, and holding the title "Chief" means a Sailor has achieved senior non-commissioned officer status. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Sophia H. Bumps)
Chief Logistics Specialist Paul Bamgbala receives his combination cover during a chief petty officer pinning ceremony at Naval Base Kitsap-Bremerton, Washington Sept. 29, 2023. The rank of chief petty officer was officially established April 1, 1893, and holding the title "Chief" means a Sailor has achieved senior non-commissioned officer status. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Sophia H. Bumps)
An MH-60 Seahawk helicopter, assigned to Naval Air Station Whidbey Island's Search and Rescue, takes off from Naval Station Everett (NSE), June 6, 2023. NSE participated in a regional aircraft emergency response training exercise that includes aircraft and first responders from state, county, and local partner agencies in the Northwest Regional Aviation consortium. The training focuses on preparing for a potential real-world earthquake and tsunami disaster response. The exercise will help participating organizations, including the Navy, improve their ability to work together to support local emergency responders in a large-scale organized response. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ethan Soto)
Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, USS John S. McCain (DDG 56), interact with the crowd at the annual Rose Festival Parade during Portland Fleet Week in Portland, Oregon, June 10, 2023. Portland Fleet Week is a time-honored celebration of the sea services and provides an opportunity for the citizens of Oregon to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen, as well as witness firsthand the latest capabilities of today's maritime services. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Sophia H. Bumps)
USS Kansas City (LCS 22) passes underneath Portland's Steel Bridge.
Portland Fire Department Station 3 gives a tour to to Hospital Corpsman Second Class Kevin German and Hospital Corpsman Third Class Kinyua Anastasia assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, USS John S. McCain (DDG 56), in Portland, Oregon for the annual Rose Festival during Portland Fleet Week on June 10, 2023. Portland Fleet Week is a time-honored celebration of the sea services and provides an opportunity for the citizens of Oregon to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen, as well as witness firsthand the latest capabilities of today’s maritime services.
Sailors participate in Portland Fleet Week events.
Machinist's Mate (Nuclear) 1st Class Peter Ho, assigned to Navy Talent Acquisition Group (NTAG) Portland, boxes doughnuts at Voodoo Doughnut during Portland Fleet Week on June 9, 2023. Portland Fleet Week is a time-honored celebration of the sea services and provides an opportunity for the citizens of Oregon to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen, as well as witness firsthand the latest capabilities of today’s maritime services. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Gwendelyn L. Ohrazda)
Sailors assigned Carrier Strike Group 3 sort care package supplies at Union Gospel Mission during Portland Fleet Week on June 9, 2023. Portland Fleet Week is a time-honored celebration of the sea services and provides an opportunity for the citizens of Oregon to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen, as well as witness firsthand the latest capabilities of today’s maritime services. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Gwendelyn L. Ohrazda)
USS Barry (DDG 52) arrives in Seattle for Seattle Fleet Week.
230801-N-YF131-1262 SEATTLE (Aug. 1, 2023) Chief Mass Communication Specialist Gretchen Albrecht, from Chino Hills, Calif., points ships out to civilians from Pier 62 during Seattle Fleet Week, Aug. 1, 2023. Seattle Fleet Week is a time-honored celebration of the sea services and provides an opportunity for the citizens of Washington to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen, as well as witness firsthand the latest capabilities of today’s U.S. and Canadian maritime services. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Madison Cassidy)
SEATTLE (Aug. 1, 2023) Sailors attend a Seattle Mariners versus Boston Red Sox Major League Baseball game at T-Mobile Park during Seattle Fleet Week, Aug. 1, 2023. Seattle Fleet Week is a time-honored celebration of the sea services and provides an opportunity for the citizens of Washington to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen, as well as witness firsthand the latest capabilities of today’s U.S. and Canadian maritime services. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Madison Cassidy)
230803-N-YF131-1056 SEATTLE (Aug. 3, 2023) Civilians tour an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter, assigned to Naval Air Station Whidbey Island Search and Rescue during Seattle Fleet Week, Aug. 3, 2023. Seattle Fleet Week is a time-honored celebration of the sea services and provides an opportunity for the citizens of Washington to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen, as well as witness firsthand the latest capabilities of today’s U.S. and Canadian maritime services. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Madison Cassidy)
230802-N-YF131-1118 SEATTLE (Aug. 2, 2023) Sailors, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) pose for a selfie at Pike Place Market during Seattle Fleet Week, Aug. 2, 2023. Seattle Fleet Week is a time-honored celebration of the sea services and provides an opportunity for the citizens of Washington to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen, as well as witness firsthand the latest capabilities of today’s U.S. and Canadian maritime services. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Madison Cassidy)
230802-N-YF131-1090 SEATTLE (Aug. 2, 2023) Cryptologic Technician (Collection) Seaman Kaden Boyce, from Front Royal, Va., assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) buys flowers at Pike Place Market during Seattle Fleet Week, Aug. 2, 2023. Seattle Fleet Week is a time-honored celebration of the sea services and provides an opportunity for the citizens of Washington to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen, as well as witness firsthand the latest capabilities of today’s U.S. and Canadian maritime services. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Madison Cassidy)
230803-N-YF131-1039 SEATTLE (Aug. 3, 2023) Sailors, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) lead ship tours during Seattle Fleet Week, Aug. 3, 2023. Seattle Fleet Week is a time-honored celebration of the sea services and provides an opportunity for the citizens of Washington to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen, as well as witness firsthand the latest capabilities of today’s U.S. and Canadian maritime services. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Madison Cassidy)
SEATTLE (Aug. 3, 2023) The U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, perform at Lake Washington during Seattle Fleet Week, Aug. 3, 2023. Seattle Fleet Week is a time-honored celebration of the sea services and provides an opportunity for the citizens of Washington to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen, as well as witness firsthand the latest capabilities of today’s U.S. and Canadian maritime services. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Madison Cassidy)
A sailor assigned to the “Gauntlets” of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 136 greets his family after returning to Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, Washington, Feb 14, following an eight-month deployment to U.S. 3rd and 7th Fleet areas of operations as part of the Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group.
Lt. Cmdr. Mark Ramirez exits an EA-18G Growler following his first flight assigned to Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 144 at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island in Oak Harbor, Washington October 4, 2021. Electronic attack squadrons operate from aircraft carriers and fixed land bases to tactically exploit, suppress, degrade and deceive enemy electromagnetic defensive and offensive systems, including communications and pro-forma signals in support of amphibious assaults, air strikes and fleet operations.
A Sailor reunites with her family after Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85) arrived to its new homeport of Naval Station Everett, Washington April 8, 2022. Prior to relocating, the ship underwent an extensive Depot Modernization Period in Portland, Oregon that spanned more than 18 months. The modernization included improvements to the hull, mechanical systems, electrical technology, wireless communications, and weapon upgrades. This routine maintenance ensures the ship can continue to be mission capable throughout its expected service life.
The Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Providence (SSN 719) transits the Puget Sound to its new homeport of Naval Base Kitsap in Bremerton, Washington Sept. 23, 2021. Providence, the oldest active fast-attack submarine in the U.S. Navy, sailed from Groton, Connecticut and is scheduled to begin the inactivation and decommissioning process at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard.
A service member, assigned to Detachment Northwest, Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit 11, teaches a child how to navigate an unmanned ground vehicle during a National Night Out at Windjammer Park in Oak Harbor, Washington Aug. 3, 2021. National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign designed to enhance the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement. National Night Out was introduced in August of 1984 through an already established network of law enforcement agencies, neighborhood watch groups, civic groups, state and regional crime prevention associations, and volunteers across the nation.
Three CMV-22B Osprey's, from the "Sunhawks" of Fleet Logistics Multi-Mission Squadron (VRM) 50, rest after landing on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is underway conducting routine operations.
 

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