 From October 6, 2008 to December 31, 2008, the crew was made up of a career Lieutenant and a casual worker taken from the station's own volunteers.On January 1, 2009 the station was officially manned with career staff, Monday to Friday, with anywhere between 2 and 4 personnel, depending on the needs.Located at the end of the East Petpeswick Rd, Martinique Beach is the longest sandy beach in Nova Scotia.