U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary

This is NOT an emergency communication channel. If you are in distress, use VHF Ch. 16 or dial 911. Per official policy, comments will be moderated.

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Complacency kills. That is one of the many reasons our pilots and air crew members attend an annual safety workshop. By regurarly reshreshing and honing their skills, they maintain peak form for assisting our active duty colleagues.

📸: Joe Giannattasio

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Paddlin' the day away! 🚣‍♂️☀️🌙

AUXPAD is one of the Auxiliary's greatest resources! That's right, the Coast Guard Auxiliary will be right there with you throughout your paddling journey, all you have to do is ask.

📸: Julie Carey

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Sammy the Sea Otter! 🦦🛟

One of the Auxiliary's mascots, Sammy the Sea Otter stands true as an eye catching educator of boating safety.

📸: U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 17-06

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"Hello? Is this thing on?" 🗣️📞🛟

While this isn't something you will hear from our telecommunication operators, it is something they hear. Those with specific skills are a massive asset to the Auxiliary and @USCG.

📸: USCGAux District 7 Public Affairs

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Anyone can join the fun! Wear your life jacket at work – from home, the office, in a suit, or on the water – and share a picture with us: @boatingcampaign on Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok using hashtags #safeboating #wearyourlifejacketatworkday

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(2/2) those in need and reliably serving their community.

📸: R. Koebert

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#FridayFun #FridayNightDinner #FridayReads #FactFriday #HappyFriday #PTWM #WearIt #SBC #LifeJacket

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(1/2) Never stop training 💪

Our Auxiliarists are always ready to serve their community. Our Milwaukee Metro flotilla, seen here, assisted a boater whose engine failed and provided a tow for 8 miles back to their boat ramp. This is just another day for the Auxiliary, assisting…

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(2/2) 📸: U.S.C.G. Auxiliary Division 5

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#SelfieSunday #NationalSafeBoating #NSBW #NSBC #PTWM

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(1/2) Sharing tips of your trade 🚢

In order to foster working relationships and better serve the community, it’s not uncommon for Auxiliary members to find themselves aboard active duty vessels, to watch, learn, or even assist.

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🎨: U.S. Naval Institute

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Welcome back to another U.S. Coast Guard history post!

Did you know that when the Revenue Cutter service was established Congress authorized 10 cutters to be built for the service on August 4, 1790. These first 10 cutters would go on to form the…

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(2/3) core of the young Revenue Cutter service as it honorably served the nation in its earliest days.

What's your favorite fact of early Coast Guard History? Comment down below!

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(2/2) make your local waters safer.

📸: United States Coast Guard Auxiliary Norwich AUP Unit

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#SelfieSunday #NationalSafeBoating #NSBW #NSBC #PTWM

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(1/2) What is one of the ways the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary supports active duty operations? Line handling of course

One of the many things you can learn in the Auxiliary is seamanship, with the opportunity to support active duty and Auxiliary boat crews as they go out and…

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(2/2) active duty personnel in a variety of situations with internship opportunities at a Coast Guard unit near you.

📸: United States Coast Guard Auxiliary Virginia Tech AUP Flotilla

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(1/2) Are you a university student interested in the Coast Guard but unsure if it’s your path? Consider the Auxiliary University Program!

In addition to assisting your community as a member of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, you may have the opportunity to serve alongside…

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(3/3) For more history posts please tune back in next week for more!

Photo Credit: Professor Dr. John Tilley

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#ThursdayMood #ThursdayMorning #PTWM

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Your weekly dose of Coast Guard History is back for another post!

Did you know that one of earliest vessels commissioned for service in the Revenue Cutter service was the USRC Massachusetts?
Built in the form of a schooner, these early…

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(2/3) commissioned vessels in 1791 were able to provide light coastal defense and ensure that the maritime laws of the young nation were enforced. USRC has the unique title of likely being the first of the revenue cutter service vessels to enter active service…

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(1/3) Public Affairs isn’t the only way the Auxiliary shares boating safety, but it’s one of the most visible! ⚓

Through the Auxiliary Partner Visitation program, local businesses, marinas, and offices host displays stocked with safety materials for the public to take, such as:

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(2/3) • PFD guides
• ECOS pamphlets
• VHF radio tips
• State & federal boating regulations

Keeping boaters informed and safe, one display at a time!

📸: Charles Brennan, AUXPA3