U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, 5th Southern Region, Division 14, Flotilla 7, Fredericksburg, VA

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We'd love to have you on board as a new member.  You'll find some general membership info bookmarked below.  For more detailed information, feel free to contact our Flotilla Commander

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About Us
     The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary was established by Congress in June, 1939, to assist the Coast Guard in promoting boating safety. It is composed of nearly 35,000 members from all walks of life who are drawn together by their love of the water and a willingness to serve other boaters. Its members receive special training so that they may be a functional part of Team Coast Guard. 

     Auxiliarists assist the Coast Guard in non-law-enforcement programs such as public education, safety patrols, search and rescue, marine environmental protection, and Coast Guard Academy introduction programs for youth. Auxiliary members volunteer approximately 2-million hours annually to benefit other boaters and their families. 

     Being an Auxiliarist will add a new dimension to your boating activities and enable you to share in the worthwhile experience of assisting boaters and saving lives, as well as being an important part of the United States Coast Guard.
           
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Membership Eligibility
     Essentially stated, those meeting the following criteria are eligible to become Coast Guard Auxiliary members:
  • Membership is open to citizens of the United States and its territories and possessions, who are 17 years of age or older.
  • Facility (Facilities are Radio Stations, Boats or Aircraft) ownership is desirable but not mandatory. Individuals with special training or experience in any Auxiliary program are encouraged to join.
  • Membership is also open to all active duty or former members of any of the uniformed services and their reserve components.
  • Individuals who've not been convicted of a Felony Offense.

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Membership Benefits
     As an Auxiliarist, you have an opportunity to increase your knowledge of boating safety and acquire special training through advanced classes or by taking correspondence courses from the Coast Guard Institute. Instruction in navigation, meteorology, marine engines, communications, and search and rescue operations enhances the value of you to the Auxiliary while adding to your own boating pleasure. 

     You will find great personal satisfaction in providing a valuable public service to the boaters. The possibility of saving lives - even one human life - is always in your path as an Auxiliarist. 

     Dedication to boating safety provides you with the atmosphere for getting together to swap boating experiences and participate in exercises, group outings, etc. You'll find a special fellowship among Auxiliarists that's hard to beat. There's time to relax and have fun at Auxiliary outings, rendezvous, cruises and conferences. Auxiliarists make lasting, meaningful friendships.

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Those considering a Career in the USCG...
     If you are 17 years of age and thinking about a career in the Coast Guard, this is for you! When you turn 17, you can join the Auxiliary, learn tremendous boating skills, advance your future career and pay in the Coast Guard while having fun learning in a friendly, supportive environment.   

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Uniforms
   You are entitled to wear a uniform similar to that worn by the U.S. Coast Guard, with different markings (Uniform Insignia are silver rather than gold).  The basic Auxiliary  uniform can be obtained at a low cost.

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Finances
   As in the case of most volunteer organizations, there are modest annual dues involved. Your dues are paid locally and remain with your local Flotilla.

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