What can I do?

After 9-11, many of us asked, How can we help?  Now, more than ever, the Coast Guard and the volunteers of the Coast Guard Auxiliary, need your assistance. The following will be of great aid:

1. Be aware of your surroundings and report any suspicious or unusual activities to the Coast Guard on VHF Channel 16 or 9, or by calling  (718) 993-0950

2. Have everyone on your boat wear a life jacket (PFD) to show their support for the Team Coast Guard men and women on patrol

3. File a Float Plan to let your loved ones know when to expect your return and what to do in case of emergency - click here for a Float Plan Form

4. Consider joining the Coast Guard Auxiliary and put yourself, and your boat, to work in support of the Coast Guard!

Division 10
Membership
Information

WHO ARE WE?
We are a dynamic and highly trained and extremely active group of Flotillas located in the New York metropolitan area.  We serve the Hudson and Hackensack Rivers as well as Greenwood Lake and Lake Hopatcong.  Our members are from all walks of life.  We have teachers, lawyers, tradesman, law enforcement personnel and even a minister on board.  We are of all age groups and have diverse ethnicity.   
 

WHAT DO WE DO?
Our members regularly participate in Coast Guard Operations -- from doing office work at CG Stations to going on Patrols to assist our fellow boaters in distress. Our members also assist the Coast Guard by teaching Safe Boating Classes and conducting Vessel Examinations.

WHY SHOULD I JOIN?

Increase your knowledge of boating safety while you serve your community, and help safeguard our country.   We offer special instruction in navigation, meteorology, communications and search and rescue. Gain the practical skills that will make you a valued US CGAUX member and find new ways to enhance your boating pleasure.

HOW DO I JOIN?

Any US Citizen, over the age of 17 who has never had a felony conviction is eligible to join the Coast Guard Auxiliary.  Although facility ownership (i.e. boat, airplane, or radio transmitter) is welcomed,
it is not required.  If you are looking for a new adventure, while at the same time, can commit the time, and wish to assist your country in this time of need, call, write or email us and we will contact you to discuss your current skills and future involvement plan.