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June 26, 2025

1st Qtr 2025 The Auxiliarist

We at the A-Directorate are excited to bring you the newest issue of The Auxiliarist Navigator Edition while honoring the legacy of The Navigator. This publication is a reflection of the dedication, skill and camaraderie that defines our organization and…

June 24, 2025

The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary is now LIVE on DVIDS!

History in the making!

March 24, 2025

4th Qtr 2024 The Auxiliarist

December 5, 2024

RBS Job One Fall/Winter 2024

The magazine RBS Job One is the flagship publication for the Recreational Boating Safety Directorates. It informs members of the Auxiliary and the public about developments affecting boating safety, sharing best practices, programming ideas and important news.

June 30, 2024

Congressional Proclamation honors U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary for 85th anniversary

Congress honored the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary with a proclamation read by Rep. Nick LaLota recognizing the significant and enduring contributions of Auxiliarists across the nation.

February 16, 2024

6 ways Auxiliarists can support their local units

By John Saran, AUXPA1, District Captain East, Auxiliary Ninth Western Region (CG District 9) John Saran is an active member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary. Here are his suggestions on how best to integrate Auxiliary members with operational active duty units. […]

December 22, 2023

2023 9 Central Boat School: Partnering With Our Canadian Counterparts

The Charlevoix Flotilla, Glen Stolt FC, and Coast Guard Station Charlevoix sponsored the 2023 annual Boat School from June 9th through June 11th, 2023. The goal of Boat School is to get Crew and Coxswains with their PQS complete, qualified […]

December 21, 2023

From the USCG Auxiliary to the U.S. Coast Guard Reserve

An Auxiliarist from District 7 is commissioned Ensign in the Coast Guard Reserve.Master-at-Arms Second Class, MA2 Gary Rodriguez, U.S. Navy Reserve (USNR), was looking to engage in community service beyond his Navy Reserve billet. He was aware of the USCG […]

August 10, 2023

An icebreaker’s summer break on the Great Lakes

By John Saran, Auxiliary Public Affairs Specialist 1, District Captain — Area East,Ninth Coast Guard District Auxiliary (District 9WR) What does an icebreaking tug do on the Great Lakes during the summer after six months of icebreaking operations? Sailing races, […]

July 30, 2023

Joint operations event sees active duty and Auxiliary crews prepare for a busy SAR season

By John Saran, AUXPA1, District Captain — Area East, Auxiliary District 9WR The SAR alarm sounded, beckoning active duty and Auxiliary crews to the Station Michigan City’s communications room. “We have a report of a vessel that just made the […]

June 1, 2023

Ombudsman Campaign Underway

Although their role is not well known by many, Ombudsmen serve as the point of contact, informational resource, facilitator and advocate for Coast Guard families and as their direct messengers to Command. The Ombudsman’s role takes on special importance when…

January 8, 2023

Auxiliary Called to Action for Hurricane Ian’s Aftermath

He stuffed towels under the door to the adjoining garage in the hope of stopping a sudden, unexpected flow of seawater, but the brine would not be denied. Defeated, Terry Schwinghammer retreated to the stairs leading to the family’s living […]