When you join the Coast Guard Auxiliary, you may find yourself educating the public on boating safety, going on patrol, marine safety and environmental protection, and much more. We don’t just train. We train and perform. For more info, visit cgaux.org

Auxiliary facility is seen training with USCG Aviation Survival Technician (AST, on right) from Air Station Miami. Photo courtesy of USCG Air Station Miami.

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Happy Squirrel Appreciation Day! 🐿 Twiggy the Squirrel would like to remind everyone, pets and people alike, to wear a life jacket while boating and enjoying other water sports. *Photo used with expressed written permission for this particular post. Thank you Twiggy!

Women's History Month. We are highlighting a group of women who are an inspiration and role models for our entire organization. It is exciting to present these women, all part of national staff, who give a tremendous amount of time and dedication to the Auxiliary. Bravo Zulu!

Are you ready to prepare your boat for the summer? Be sure to check your fire extinguisher. Fire extinguishers have a habit of discharging over the winter. Make sure you still have a fire extinguisher in your boat and that it is still charged. #ODW21

▶️ Attention Boaters! New law requiring Engine Cut-Off Switch goes into affect this week, April 1st! This device can save your life! For more info, please visit uscgboating.org/recreational-b… Photo courtesy of National Safe Boating Council.

On May 21st, 2021, help take over social media with images of you in your life jacket with the message that the BEST boating experience is a safe one! #lifejacketatwork #gettingready

So easy, a squirrel can do it! 😎 🐿 🌊Wear Your Life Jacket at Work Day is coming! @TwiggysInc #lifejacketatwork #safeboating #boatinglife #boatingeason #adventure #recreateresponsibly #summer2021 #lifeoutside #lifejacketssavelives

Sunny and warm days are suitable for boating, but they can change abruptly. It's essential to monitor the weather forecasts and look out for warnings of cool water temperatures and gusty winds. #OperationDryWater

Make sure nautical charts are part of your pre-launch checklist. Test your boating knowledge at ow.ly/oMrf50ECTXL #safeboating

Communication devices can be the most important piece of emergency equipment on board a vessel. Be sure to have at least two communication devices that work when wet, such as satellite phones, EPIRBs, VHF radios & PLBs.

This #wearitwednesday let’s look back at last year’s #lifejacketatwork. Don’t miss out this year – start planning for May 21!

A nice article about one of the flotilla's in our division and their Paddle Craft Safety program. southbendtribune.com/life/travel/ou…

On #ArmedForcesDay, we pause to honor all those who choose to selflessly serve and protect the nation. Drop a comment and recognize a service member or two! 👇

Auxiliarists from Flotilla 16-01 "First Tulsa" are out conducting vessel examinations this weekend! Your safety out on the water this summer is paramount to us! You can schedule your own vessel examination by following this link: wow.uscgaux.info/content.php?un…

Gear up for a responsible and fun boating season during National Safe Boating Week! #safeboating #lifejacketatwork BoatingCampaign

Today is National Wear your Life Jacket to Work Day! Wear your life jacket, snap a picture while at work and share on social media and in the comments below with the hashtags #lifejacket2work and #safeboating

Help us get the word out about National Safe Boating Week! Schedule your vessel examination here: wow.uscgaux.info/content.php?un… Free Safe Boating Course: boatus.org/oklahoma/ U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary U.S. Coast Guard

The focus of Day 2 of National Safe Boating Week is safety equipment on your vessel. Do you have everything you need to stay safe? U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary U.S. Coast Guard