Since its creation by Congress in 1939, the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary has served as the civilian, non-military, uniformed component of the Coast Guard.
Today, the 35,000 volunteer members of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary are active on the waterways and classrooms in over 2,000 cities and towns across the nation. Each year, Auxiliarists (folks just like you) save almost 500 lives, assist some 25,000 vessels in distress, conduct more than 290,000 courtesy examinations of recreational vessels, and teach over 500,000 students in boating courses. The results of these efforts have helped save the taxpayer many millions of dollars.
Auxiliarists receive valuable training in seamanship and related skills, and enjoy the sense of confidence of knowing that they are better men and women like you.
If you feel strongly about the rewards you can get from serving your community while enjoying boating, the Coast Guard Auxiliary is the right place for you! The Auxiliary is open to men and women, 17 years or older, who are U.S. citizens and possess the necessary qualifications.
As an Auxiliarist, you will have the opportunity to select and participate in one or more of the Auxiliary's major programs:
In the classroom --- PUBLIC EDUCATION---teaching courses on seamanship and boating safety to recreational boaters of all ages.
Around the waters -- COURTESY MARINE EXAMINATIONS -- giving free safety checks to recreational vessels.
On the water -- OPERATIONS -- giving boaters helpful information and emergency assistance.
In all activities --- FELLOWSHIP --- enjoying the good company of other boaters at meetings and training sessions, on patrols and other missions, and at ceremonies and social events.
If
you are interested in membership in the Coast Guard Auxiliary, or
need more information, please E-Mail the flotilla at: flotilla44@a0700404.uscgaux.info
. Your message will be forwarded to the officer responsible
for Auxiliary membership.
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Education]..........[Vessel Safety Examinations]..........
[Operations]..........[Fellowship]
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