Uscgaux manual chapter 10

Congress established the Coast Guard Auxiliary to assist the Coast Guard in boater safety initially and has expanded that to any and all ways except military and direct law enforcement operations as the roles and needs expanded for the Coast Guard. At the flotilla level, the primary level of activity for members, the members provide:. Auxiliary volunteers played a prominent role by conducting post Operation Noble Eagle maritime safety patrols and participating in other Coast Guard support missions.

They are currently playing a key role in Operation Patriot Readiness III and in support of the many hurricanes that have battered the US in recent months and years. Auxiliary membership is open to any citizen 17 years of age or older, who qualifies. The amount of participation is a member's decision. Background checks are required. Training is free and novice boat owners can develop good seamanship skills as a member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary. However, boat ownership is not a prerequisite for Auxiliary membership and crew members, vessel examiners, public education instructors and other skills are needed.

Many expenses associated with Auxiliary membership may be tax deductible. The order forms contain a list of the required items you will need. Orders can be placed online, by FAX, by telephone, or mail. You must have a member number before you can order uniforms. If you are not familiar with the ordering process, it is recommended that you call the number listed at the top of the forms and place your order by phone.

Note: Items such as v-neck T shirts, socks, and uniform shoes can be bought locally from non-military sources as long as they meet prescribed standards.