Just some Pics from sail 250 NYC i wanted to share here from my time helping out.
Americas Tall Ship the Eagle Ofc , Some CG C130 Hercules during the Aerial Review and some CG Divers Enjoying their time .
I really do enjoy being an Aux PA in times like this .
An an IT I offer a "whole-day" CT/BQ class once every other month for new members who request an in-person training. The next one is in 2 days.
Someone who just submitted a membership application today wants to participate in it.
Would I be able to allow them to, and would I be able to wait until they have a membership # to log them in Auxdata?
Would love to know how many boxed breakfasts, lunches, and dinners I need to order haha
Thank you in advance!
Im finding that the AUXOPs that got certified in the pandemic that I need to do AUXOP things like com inspecs are grossly incompetent.
I drilled into this and found that the AUXOP specialty courses were self-tested during the pandemic.
Has leadership considered retesting these groups?
Im just signed up for the aux about two weeks ago I dont really feel like I’m doing much I’ve attended one online flotilla meeting but thats about it they told me I would be able to be more active when I’m a member officially and have the id card when should I be expecting that ?
Is there a comprehensive how-to for those who are newer to HR? It seems that this is something that you just have to piece together. I think I have pulled together a good understanding, but this has been much more complicated than I feel like it should have been. With so many trying to get in and having problems, this is really something that should be streamlined. AAMS is better, but it is still clunky. When I make notes, they do not seem to show up.
Just frustrated.
I’m the POC on this ALCOAST. Ask me anything!
Tell all your boater, renter, kayaker, sailor and standup paddleboarding friends about the National Recreational Boating Safety Survey! This is how we estimate boat and safety equipment usage in the United States.
Read the ALCOAST here: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDHSCG/bulletins/41e453e
Request flyers and handouts to hand out to boaters here: https://forms.osi.apps.mil/r/G2eggmzzzh
Sign up to take the survey here: https://norcfed.gov1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV\_0ezfBlrTYxLdG4e
Random thought. Has anyone else ever wondered why there is an air crew badge but no boat crew badge? The gold side has a boat forces badge and then a coxswain badge, but we only have the coxswain one. Wouldn’t it make sense to mirror them on this, like we do for aviation? It is a long qualification program, after all, and it would be nice to recognize people who put in the time and service.
Edit to add: I know that the boat forces badge for the gold side takes a lot more than qualification, but it at least recognizes long service.
I have been trying to join Flotilla 19-1 since sometime in April 2025 (really January 2025 is when I began the process). I have been very patient but at this point it’s gotten a little ridiculous
Is there any other active flotillas in central PA area
I have worked criminal justice nearly my entire adult life so it is not any kind of background issue.
Do you wear a utility uniform ? Service uniform ?
Is there anyone with their jet ski operating for AUXILIARY?
I am going through the process of getting qualified for boat crew. I read that local law enforcement agencies still do the Search and Rescues on local lakes. My question: what do you actually do on a boat crew? TIA.
Edit: I would be near the lakes in Middle Tennessee.
Hi,
I am a LPR, I just moved to Hawaii and I am interested in the CG Auxiliary. My understanding is that Green Card holders can be part of the Auxiliary on paper but in reality it is not allowed in most places.
I found conflicting information online, I was wondering if anyone knows the latests. I am planning to stop by and ask in person soon in any case. Thanks!
Hi all,
I am currently working towards become at PA3 (I finished the courses) and have IS-29 and ICS 100.
I still need sign offs and do the oral board.
However, is it possible to be an “Acting PAO” through appointment from FC until I pass?
Or, is it all or nothing? TYIA
I know that I’m just setting foot in the auxiliary area, after the courses, and all of the prerequisites are done, do I get volunteered or is there a roster that the regular guard passes out for things to do? I know that they probably will tell me when I go through everything. But again, just trying to get a preview of things to come.