The Coast Guard Auxiliary is an active civilian organization under the direction of the Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard.
Despite its uniforms and insignia, the Auxiliary is a non-military body. Auxiliarists donate their time and abilities to the cause of safety on
the water. Their only compensation for services rendered is personal satisfaction.
The basic unit of the Auxiliary is the "Flotilla". This is a local group of members and their facilities who work together
to carry out the basic programs.
The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary was established by an Act of Congress
to:
- Promote safety and effect rescues on and over the high seas and on the navigable waters.
- Promote efficiency in the operation of both motorboats and yachts.
- Foster a wider knowledge of, and better compliance with, the laws, rules and regulations governing the operation of motorboats and
yachts.
- Facilitate other operations of the Coast Guard.
In carrying out its stated purposed, the Auxiliary has three basic program
areas -- Public Education, Vessel Safety Checks and Operations. These are focused on the objective of greater safety for small-craft boaters.
Why join
the Coast Guard Auxiliary?
