U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, Flotilla 5-5, 8th District Coastal Region

Please join us for a Boating Safety class as required by Texas Law.
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U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary held a Vessel Inspection Class at their Headquarters building. The class was taught by Jeff Evans, Division Commander and a certified instructor of vessel inspection.

The class was designed to help members of the Auxiliary become more familiar with the vessel inspection process. Jeff Evans went over the rules and regulations of vessel inspection and how to properly inspect vessels. He also discussed the importance of safety and how to properly document the inspection process.

Likely to be a bit of traffic around noosa the next few weeks. Stay alert and observe the 6knot limit in the main areas of the river

Merry Christmas to all! Be safe and Semper Paratus!

U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary

Graphic compilation: Cordone, AUXPA1.

You can't beat great food and fellowship. We all had a good time at our last meeting.

From “SmartStart for Paddlers” and applicable to all boaters. Never Boat Under the Influence (BUI)—sober boaters are safer boaters—expect the unexpected.

Happy 246th birthday, U.S. Marine Corps!

Happy Birthday to the AIR FORCE

Causes Of Fires On Outboard-Powered Boats The top five causes of fire on outboard-powered boats and recommendations on how to avoid them.

HAPPY COAST GUARD DAY!

Celebrating the 231st Birthday of the oldest continuous seagoing service of the United States. 🇺🇸

Lifesavers, Guardians, Warriors - Thank you for your service.

Semper Paratus!

U.S. Coast Guard

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(Photo/Illustration by Deborah Heldt Cordone, AUXPA1)

Our next meeting is Saturday, August 7th at 10:00 am, come visit our flotilla.

ALAUX 016/21 - NATIONAL SAFE BOATING WEEK 1. National Wear Your Life Jacket to Work Day is Friday, 21 May, and National Safe Boating Week (NSBW) is Saturday, 22 May, through Friday, 28 May. This year marks the fiftieth anniversary of the Federal Boat Safety Act of 1971. The message then was the same as it is now: "please boat safely." The f...

Flotilla monthly meeting for May will be Saturday, May 8 at 10:00. Visitors are always welcome.

The Federal Boat Safety Act of 1971 has changed recreational boating for the better.
Find out all the reasons we are celebrating its 50th anniversary: https://www.safeboatingcouncil.org/federal-boat-safety-act/

Emergency safety whistle by Whistles For Life is designed by search and rescue professionals, featuring a low profile. Perfect for every boater.
Just $4.50: https://www.safeboatingcouncil.org/product/emergency-safety-whistle/

Understanding buoys, markers & signs is critical to enjoying a safe day on the water. Test your knowledge of Uniform Waterway Marking Systems here: ➡️ https://boatoncourse.com/video/uniform-waterway-marking-systems/

Our Safe Boating Brochure box is great for outreach efforts & includes the following brochures: Be Safe, Be Smart (50), Federal Requirements for Recreational Boaters (50), U.S. Aids to Navigation (25), How to Choose the Right Life Jacket (50), & Your VHF-DSC Marine Radio (50).
Get yours today: https://www.safeboatingcouncil.org/product/safe-boating-brochures-box/

Coast Guard honored with DHS's first Outstanding Unit Award

In one of his final actions while in office, the former Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Chad F. Wolf established the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Outstanding Unit Award and presented the new award to the United States Coast Guard on Jan. 11.

The new DHS Outstanding Unit Award is a Department-level award, presented by the DHS secretary, similar to those presented by the secretaries of Defense and Transportation. The award recognizes units whose meritorious actions and operational impact distinguish them above the level of service unit commendation, in our case the Coast Guard Unit Commendation.

Read more at MyCG - http://ow.ly/D5Py50DkQEo

Boat Safe. Boat Smart. Boat Sober. ⚓

The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary ⚓️ wishes everybody a safe, healthy and happy Thanksgiving! 🦃

Even in this difficult year, we are appreciative of many things. Thankful for our incredible members, thankful for the opportunity to serve the boating public, and thankful for our friends, family, and fellowship. We are particularly thankful for those standing the watch today and everyday to keep us safe — our active-duty military, law enforcement and first responders. Our thoughts are also with the families separated from their loved ones today.

Auxiliary photo/photo illustration by Deborah Heldt Cordone, USCG AUXPA1.

Using the right knot is critical to making sure your vessel is secure so it doesn’t drift away. Many people drown every year trying to retrieve their boat, so please wear a life jacket when you’re retrieving anything in the water.

HAPPY 78TH BIRTHDAY SPARS! 🥳 🎉

On Nov. 23, 1942, legislation was approved creating an arm of the U.S. Coast Guard, one that would pave the way for Coast Guard women of today - The U.S. Coast Guard Women's Reserve, also known as the SPARS. 🇺🇲

BRAVO ZULU to the SPARS who served, and to all women who have served or currently serving TEAM Coast Guard! ⚓

For more about the history of SPARS, visit https://www.history.uscg.mil/Browse-by-Topic/Notable-People/Women/SPARS/

Emergency Communication Devices are your first line of defense in an emergency as they alert authorities you are in need. The devices can be installed on your boat including a VHF Radio, Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB) and Satellite Phones, or these devices can be worn on your person, like a Personal Locator Beacon (PLB).