South Suburban Flotilla 095-35-01

06/06/2026

Our family fun day was a success in Mokena! We had 300 visitors at our booth in 2 hours. It was crazy fun with PFD Panda next to our table. Thank you Terry Paggi for loaning us the PFD Panda suit.

06/01/2026

Word!

Using the right knot is critical to making sure your vessel is secure, so it doesn’t drift away. Many people drown every year trying to retrieve their boat, so please wear a life jacket when you’re retrieving anything in the water.

06/01/2026

Slipped clove hitch is great for fenders!

05/31/2026

Flotilla 35-01 had a successful fellowship picnic today. Games and food galore.

05/23/2026

We carry these if anyone needs them. Please ask!

Loose your paddlecraft?
Put an ownership decal in it (available from YOUR Coast Guard Auxiliary) with all of your information in it. If it’s located, you’ll be contacted before a search for you is initiated.

05/23/2026

It comes in handy if someone needs saving!

05/23/2026

Happy Memorial Day Weekend!

05/19/2026

A little bit of history...

Why the Bathroom is Called "The Head"
Ever wonder why sailors call the toilet 'The Head'? This diagram shows the 1700s reality. Toilets were located at the very front (the head) of the ship, overhanging the waves. The ocean provided a constant, natural flush! 🌊🚽

05/19/2026

Congratulations to FSO-MS Terry Paggi for successfully completing the Performance Qualification Standard (PQS) and Oral Board today for Auxiliary Waterway Management Representative (AUX-WM).

05/19/2026

How to store lines when not in use.