Coast Guard Auxiliary

[45Auto]

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singly launch and retrieve my poat.

Last time I launched my poat with an 83 year-old, I almost didn't get it back!

 

[mrz333]

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If You're boating far from a CG station and get in trouble the Aux will come and get you (and they may be the only ones)!
If you're lost or missing the Aux will search for you!
If you haven't the slightest idea about boating laws, safe operation & safety equipment, using a gps or radio the Aux will show you!
If you don't know the difference between a chart and a map the Aux will teach you!
If you haven't got the slightest idea about your local waters the Aux will inform you!
If there's a problem with an ATON the Aux will fix it!
If you'd like to find out how much you DON'T know about seamanship the Aux will show you!
If you're overboard and freezing the hand that reaches out to pull you in might be one of those old 'farts'!
If a member of the CG or the Aux gets killed trying to save your stupid *** one of the guys carrying the casket will be from the Aux!
Yeah! There's a lot of old 'farts' at the flotilla - because they understand the value of SERVICE, knowledge & experience!
And NO there aren't a lot of young guys because younger guys sometimes think they know it all - that is - until they get in trouble!

And, for those of you that hear 'PanPan, PanPan, PanPan' and think you're getting a 3 course meal - I think you need their help!

 

[NYBo]

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LMAO - exactly how many of the posters above who replied to you were in the CGA and could give you any real input into what they do?

Can you say: NONE!!

Well, maybe one will chime in!

If there's a problem with an ATON the Aux will fix it!

Actually, we report discrepancies but are forbidden from fixing them unless given explicit permission to do so from the CG OIC.

Each flotilla has it's own specialties, based on it area of operation and the skills and interests of its members. Start here to see if the Auxiliary is for you.

 

[NSBCraig]

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Wait a minute did 45auto say hot chicks?

 

[45Auto]

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Wait a minute did 45auto say hot chicks?

Yeah, if they're at the launch doing safety checks again I'll try to get some pics. Made me want to join the CGA, wouldn't care what they do!

 

[themaniam1]

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Not sure what age you all consider old fart age but my wife and I am are mid 40's and members of CGA. My daughter, who is 18, is also in the CGA and many a young man would say she is a hot chick but not to my face of course.

The CGA in inland lakes mainly does safety patrols, vessel inspections and public education. We have no law authority but we do have phone numbers of the Park Rangers who are the law. I can only speak for the Utah area, we do a lot of tows and all for free. We promote on the water safety and help do that by patrolling. The CGA is a volunteer group so we do not get paid. When that vessel inspector shows up it is on his / her own dollar. Do not worry about tipping, they will not accept it just thank them. Oh, the CGA and Power Squadron are the best way to get a VSE. They will let you know what is needed, leave you a check list and go. The rangers may leave you with more then a fix it and get it list.

The CGA is for those who love to boat and be around boats. My guess to why most are of retirement age is that it take alot of time and most people's weekends are booked with family and other activities. The best way to find out about an organization it to talk with some one who is in it. Find a local CGA person and ask them about it.

 

[45Auto]

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My daughter, who is 18, is also in the CGA and many a young man would say she is a hot chick

We need pictures. This could be an excellent recruiting opportunity for the CGA if you'll help them take advantage of it .......