US Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 15-08 Plattsburgh NY

09/11/2024

Never Forget

07/04/2024

Happy 4th of July from the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary!

🎨 by Rafael Baez
📸 by Joey Feldman, PA3

07/03/2024

Please keep an eye out if you are in this area today. If you see anything relevant, contact the authorities immediately at the number listed below.

**Case complete **

📢 Station Burlington Alert 🚨

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Attention, everyone! Station Burlington and other agencies are responding to an active case searching for a PIW (Person In The Water) near Inner Mallets Bay.

please contact us immediately at
☎️ (802) 951-6760 or dial 911.

Your cooperation and assistance are greatly appreciated as we work to ensure the safety of our community.

07/01/2024

06/23/2024

🎂🎉 Happy Birthday U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary!! 🎉🎂

Established by Congress on June 23, 1939, the Auxiliary is the volunteer service of the U.S. Coast Guard. The Auxiliary is non-military and performs the civil missions of the Coast Guard as directed by the Commandant. There is no shortage of opportunities available to anyone interested in joining.

Some areas of interest are:
Vessel Exams
Public Education
Public Affairs
Human Resources
Academy Admissions Partner Program
Culinary Service Program
And many more

If you would like more information or are interested in joining the Auxiliary, click the following link to get more information about becoming a member of Team Coast Guard.

🔗 :https://www.cgaux.org.

04/02/2024

03/26/2024

Even your pet can wear it!!

Life jackets are a must on the water and the Coast Guard has even saved pets wearing them.

📸 Safe Boating Campaign.

03/25/2024

Did you know, the Auxiliary has been hosting safe boating classes as far back as 1944?

According to the 2012 edition of the Navigator, nearly 80 years ago on March 14, 1944, the Cape May flotilla inaugurated a class called Piloting and Seamanship for youths 13 to 17 years of age. Thirty-two teenage boys from the area participated. This class was the first documented boating skills class to be held in Fifth Northern District. Pictured here are two of the children who attended this course. While they don’t look to excited here, we hope they learned some helpful safe boating skills!

Donate to keep these programs afloat!

03/20/2024

Join us in T-15 minutes as the 27th Commandant of the United States Coast Guard Adm. Linda L. Fagan gives the 2024 State of the Coast Guard Address.

The event will be live-streamed on YouTube today, March 20, 2024 at 5:45 pm EST at https://youtube.com/live/eUkA7ZgoYys.

Adm. Fagan will discuss the U.S. Coast Guard’s role in protecting the nation’s Marine Transportation System (MTS) from physical and cybersecurity threats and the need for the service to address personnel gaps, maintenance, and infrastructure challenges to ensure workforce and mission readiness.

For more information, visit: https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/3705919/stay-tuned-state-of-the-coast-guard-address-2024/

📸 U.S. Coast Guard

03/19/2024

We had a great boating safety class last weekend, 20 people earned their safe boating course certificates. Thanks to all our students for making it such a great experience for everyon, and thank you to American Legion Post 20 for hosting us.
If you missed last weekend’s class, don’t worry, we’ll be offering another safe boating class on Saturday April 27th. Check back for more details.

02/15/2024

Even though more snow is on the way, Spring and boating season are right around the corner!
Did you know, this is the last year of the Brianna’s Law phase-in. Beginning January 1, 2025 ALL boaters in NYS are required to have completed an 8 hour boating safety course.
The USCG Auxiliary Boat Safely America course meets all of the requirements under Brianna’s Law. Flotilla 15-08 Plattsburgh, NY is offering this course on Saturday March 16, 2024 from 9am-6pm at the American Legion Post 20 on Quarry Rd. Cost is $30 and includes all materials and lunch. Message us today or email [email protected] to register.
(Photo: Mooney Bay, courtesy of AUX S. Lago)

02/09/2024

🌊 Join the Coast Guard Auxiliary and make a splash in your community! 🚤 Are you passionate about serving others and love being on the water? The Coast Guard Auxiliary is the perfect opportunity for you!

👥 Join our dedicated team of volunteers who meet once a month at the Coast Guard Base in Vermont. Whether you're a seasoned boater or new to maritime activities, there's a place for you in the Auxiliary.

💼 Gain valuable volunteer hours while making a difference in your community. Whether it's assisting with boating safety patrols, environmental protection efforts, or providing support during emergencies, every contribution counts.

🌟 Plus, being part of the Auxiliary is a fantastic way for young individuals to gain experience and skills while enjoying the beauty of our waterways.

Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to serve, learn, and have fun on the water! Contact us today to learn more about joining the Coast Guard Auxiliary. 🌊🚤