Coast Guard Chief Warrant Officer 3 Earl Schlemmer shows Nigerian navy Petty Officer Ademola Obalaja proper knot-tying techniques during a basic small boat operation workshop.

SEKONDI, Ghana (Mar. 15, 2010) Coast Guard Chief Warrant Officer 3 Earl Schlemmer, an Africa Partnership Station (APS) West instructor, from Ellwood City, Pa., shows Nigerian navy Petty Officer Ademola Obalaja proper knot-tying techniques during a basic small boat operation workshop aboard a rigid-hull inflatable boat. APS is a multinational initiative developed by Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe and U.S. Naval Forces Africa to work with U.S. and international partners to enhance maritime safety and security on the continent of Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Martine Cuaron) File# 100315-N-7948C-116