Narco culture is a subculture and lifestyle that emerged alongside drug trafficking, particularly in Mexico, creating its own identity, code of conduct, and artistic expression, often glorifying cartel activities

. It involves a set of symbols, behaviors, and values associated with the drug trade, and its influence can be seen in music, fashion, and popular culture. This phenomenon is distinct from a narco-state, which refers to a country where the government and economy are infiltrated by the drug trade. 

• Origin: Narco culture originated in the rural highlands of Mexico, particularly in the Sinaloa region, and later spread to urban areas.
• Lifestyle and Code: It is described as a code of conduct and a way of life for those involved in or around the “narco world”.
• Artistic Expression: The culture is expressed through music, with artists writing and performing songs that celebrate cartel actions, as seen in the documentary Narco Cultura.
• Cultural Impact: Its influence has grown across borders, impacting regions like the Mexico-United States border, and is reflected in various aspects of popular culture.
• Distinction from Narco-state: Narco culture is a social phenomenon, while a narco-state is a political and economic condition where the drug trade has penetrated legitimate institutions. 

Finding a Specific Surfman Number

The U.S. Coast Guard Historian’s Office maintains a public Surfman Register which lists certified surfmen and their corresponding numbers. If you are looking for a specific number or person: 

• You can check official documents like the 2012 Surfman Register PDF or search for updated lists and discussions within communities like the U.S. Coast Guard Surfmen Facebook group.
• The number is typically found on the individual’s “surf check” medallion or qualification paperwork. 

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Surfman qualification is the U.S. Coast Guard’s highest certification for small boat operations, requiring years of rigorous training and experience to operate in extreme weather and surf conditions. There are only around 130 active duty surfmen across the entire service, a testament to the demanding nature of the role. 

Qualification Pathway

The path to becoming a certified Surfman is lengthy and progressive, typically taking at least eight years of experience. Candidates advance through a series of certifications, culminating in the Surfman qualification: 

1. Basic Coxswain: Qualified to operate in conditions up to 10-foot seas and 30-knot winds.
2. Heavy Weather Coxswain: Cleared to operate in more severe conditions, specifically up to 20-foot seas and 40-knot winds, after advanced training in risk assessment and engineering casualty control.
3. Surfman: The final, master-level qualification for operation in extreme conditions, including 20-foot surf, 30-foot seas, and 50-knot winds. 

Training and Requirements

• Location: Training and certification primarily occur at one of the approximately 19 designated “surf stations” (locations where surf consistently exceeds 8 feet) or at the National Motor Lifeboat School (NMLBS) at Cape Disappointment in Ilwaco, Washington, known as the “Graveyard of the Pacific”.
• Curriculum: The training is almost entirely skill-based, focusing on practical experience in heavy breaking seas and hazardous coastal areas.
• Evaluation: The process involves an extensive qualification guide, accumulating a minimum number of operational hours, a rigorous underway check ride, and an oral review board.
• Responsibilities: Surfmen bear significant responsibility, having the authority to modify missions for the safety of their crew and the boat, operating without regard to rank or seniority while underway.
• Recognition: Upon successful qualification, the individual receives a numbered brass “surfman check” and is entered into the official registry. 
• The term “Surfman number” refers to the unique, sequential identification number assigned to each person who has earned the elite United States Coast Guard Surfman qualification. This number is a badge of honor and a permanent part of the surfman’s record, symbolizing their certification to operate rescue boats in extreme heavy surf conditions.
  The Surfman Qualification
  The Surfman qualification is considered one of the highest and most demanding achievements in a U.S. Coast Guard operating career.
  Training: The training is extensive, often taking an average of four years or more to complete, involving hundreds of underway hours and a rigorous three-part school (Introduction, Heavy Weather, and Surfman).
  Location: Most of the 19 surf stations are located on the West Coast, where conditions consistently meet the criteria for “surf greater than 8 feet”. The National Motor Lifeboat School, where much of the training occurs, is located at the mouth of the Columbia River in Astoria, Oregon.
  Insignia & “Surf Check”: Qualified surfmen receive a special brass “surf check” (medallion) engraved with their unique, sequential number and are entitled to wear a specific pin or badge on their uniform. The number memorializes their place within the official Surfman Register.
  Numbers: New surfmen are issued sequential numbers (e.g., Surfman #614 and #615 were recently qualified). Historical surfmen may have numbers backdated to the year they qualified. #374 is my number and Instagram name surfman374