Greetings, crew of the USS Corsair! As we drop out of warp into February 2026, our scanners are picking up a flurry of activity across the sector. From marathon runs on the surface of Earth to deep-space exoplanet hunts, here is your sit-rep for the month ahead.
## Wellness Alert: All-Auxiliary Challenge is Engage!
The fleet-wide Wellness Challenge launched on January 1st, but don’t worry—you don’t need a transporter to catch up! You can join the away mission at any time. Connect with fellow crewmates and choose your path:
- Mission Profiles: Vulcan Mindfulness, Deanna’s Mental Health, Neelix’s Nutrition, Starfleet Bootcamp, Phlox’s Sleep & Hydration, or Ten-Forward Community Fun.
- The Rewards: Earn points for your activities and claim your certificate of commendation. Top performers will be recognized fleet-wide!
- Tactical Note: You can pick any activity, but you can only claim points for one mission at a time. Report for Duty Here
## Science & Exploration Hub
- Artemis II Launch Watch Party: Our visual sensors are locked on the Artemis II launch. Register here to be notified once the countdown is officially set!
- Discover a New World: Registration for PEP-3, the Kepler Expedition, closes in just FIVE DAYS (Feb 5). The mission launches Feb 15. Don’t miss your chance to be the one who discovers a real exoplanet! Enlist Now.
- Sol Speaker Series: On Feb 21 at 11am EST, join Analog Astronaut and NASA JPL Ambassador Mike Urvand. Attendance earns you 20 Wellness Points! Missed a previous briefing? Check the Subspace Archives (YouTube).
## Ship’s Operations & Comms
- Comms Array Upgrade: We are hailing on a new frequency! We’ve retired the Textedly relay and moved our SMS/MMS services over to MailChimp to keep our newsletters and alerts in one central computer core.
- Log Your Away Missions: We’ve deployed Track It Forward! No more memorizing complex URLs. Use the app on your PADD (Android/iOS) to log your events. If you’re active on the Corsair, check your inbox for your invite link.
- Quartermaster Update: Our new Merchandise Store is almost ready to decloak! Grab some gear to support the ship and our local charitable partners.
- Security Clearance: High-fives to CAPT Gary, ADM Trisha, CAPT CeeDee, CMDR Gail, COL Robert, GEN Beau, and GEN Edward T for recertifying in Starfleet Data Protection. Our firewalls are holding strong!
## Sector 3 & Diplomatic Dispatches
- Diplomatic Corps: The latest sector intelligence is out! Read the Newsletter.
- Regional Support: A big “thank you” to Julie from the USS Zavala for offering her expertise for our future conventions and special events.
- Save the Date: The Region 3 Conference is heading to Killeen, Texas, in June 2026. Stay tuned for coordinates.
## Crew Commendations & Away Missions
Physical Endurance Awards: The Corsair crew has been busy on the planetary surface!
- ADM Trisha and CMDR Jenni successfully completed the Window World Louisiana Marathon 5K.
- PO1 Armando went the full distance, finishing the Louisiana Marathon! Give them a “Huzzah!” in the mess hall.
Cultural Exchange: The Corsair represented STARFLEET International in the local Mardi Gras sector! Our crew joined the ranks of the Chewbaccus and Joan of Arc parades.
Upcoming Mission: MidCity MicroCon We have been cleared for a recruitment table at MidCity MicroCon on Feb 21st (EBR Main Library on Goodwood). We need volunteers to staff the bridge—DM the CO if you can help!
Final Note: If your Starfleet membership is nearing its expiration date, please head to the requisition office and renew so you aren’t left behind at the starbase!