Navy Arctic Service Ribbon
Criteria:
The Navy Arctic Service Ribbon (NARCS) is an award presented to any Navy Personnel who perform 28 days of service (consecutive or nonconsecutive) above the Arctic Circle. It may also be awarded to qualified civilians and other U.S. Armed Forces personnel who perform the qualified service while working with the U.S. Navy. Those stationed at remote ice camps, or divers who work below the ice, may count two days of service for each day worked.
Created in May of 1986, the ribbon may be retroactively awarded to any personnel who performed qualified service after January 1st, 1982. This award is only issued once and there are no approved devices to be worn on the award.