Coast Guard Auxiliary is the uniformed volunteer component of the United States Coast Guard. Created by an Act of Congress in 1939, the Auxiliary directly supports the Coast Guard in all missions, except military and law enforcement actions. The Coast Guard’s philosophy is to be SEMPER PARATUS (ALWAYS READY) against all threats and all hazards. The Coast Guard Auxiliary is an integral part of that philosophy and the Coast Guard Forces. We conduct safety patrols on local waterways, assist the Coast Guard with homeland security duties, teach boating safety classes, conduct free vessel safety checks for the public, as well as many other activities. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, at least 17 years old, and pass a basic check. There are no upper age limits or height/weight standards, although for operational activities, you must be physically able to perform certain tasks. There are no minimum service hours – you can serve as little or as much as you want. You do not have to own a boat or participate in water-based operations to join the Auxiliary. Finally, the Auxiliary supports its members through local unit meetings, regional conferences and enjoys heartfelt fellowship with each other. Coast Guard Auxiliary Comment Policy
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provide a forum about our work to provide maritime safety, security, and stewardship; to secure
the homeland, save lives and property; and to protect the environment. This page is for public information only and is not a distress communication channel. If you have
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contained in the Privacy Act of 1974. The subject Act with certain exceptions prohibits the
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home telephone numbers, spouses’ names, and Social Security numbers, except for official
business. Violation may result in disciplinary action by the Coast Guard and/or civilian criminal
sanction.
