Department of   Homeland Security U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Division 5 8th Western Rivers Region

Serving You Introduction     Safe Boating Classes & PFD Safety Information   Vessel Safety Check     Speakers, Booths, Parades, etc. Operations - Surface & Air Youth Considering CG Enlistment       Local Boating Information Introduction The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary serves you in several ways: We offer safe-boating classes to you at no charge (other than the cost of books) that may earn you discounts on your boat insurance.  Several types of classes are offered. At your request and without charge, we can perform a Vessel Safety Check.  The Auxiliary Officer ensures that you are carrying the proper safety equipment on your boat or personal water craft (PWC) at the time of the safety check.  Only you are told of the results. Our equipment list is usually above and beyond what is required by most state boating laws.  If your boat or PWC passes the safety check, we place a decal on your vessel.  Boat with confidence, knowing your equipment is up to safety standards.

• Our Operations programs provide patrols for boat races plus surface/air search and rescue for the boating public. We also help the Coast Guard protect the marine environment, and report on boating conditions.

• Availability permitting, we can provide you with speakers, safety booths, and participants for parades as part of our Public Affairs mission.

Coast Guard Specific

• If you are interested in knowing more about the U.S. Coast Guard Academy.  If you're interested in enlisting in the Coast Guard, you could graduate from boot camp with a higher rate of pay (E-3) if you passed Auxiliary courses before enlisting.  See your Recruiter for details.

Other Programs

Other programs of the Auxiliary not otherwise mentioned specifically in this web site:

• National Safe Boating Week
• Boat Show Participation
• Aids to Navigation
• Chart Updating
• Recreational Boating Safety Visitation Program
• Commercial Fishing Vessel Examination Program
• Marine Environmental Education/Protection Program
• Administrative and Operational Support Missions for the Coast Guard
• Many, many more

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