Friday, March 19th, 2010, 1:45 pm EDT
When We Meet

Our Flotilla meets at 7:00 p.m. on the Second Monday of every month at the Fox Waterway Agency, 45 S. Pistakee Dr, Fox Lake IL. Visitors are welcome.

Who We Are

Our Flotilla currently consists of 15 members who actively patrol area waterways in North-Eastern Illinois and regularly meet with the boating public at marinas and in classrooms.

As a civilian component of the U.S. Coast Guard, we directly support all of its missions except military and law enforcement actions.

Benefits of Membership

We are constantly looking for qualified members. United States citizens 17 years of age and older without a felony conviction are welcome to join us.

Members are eligible to receive the world's finest on-the-water training. Courses are offered in Navigation, Seamanship, Communications, Weather, Patrols, and Search & Rescue.

Other optional benefits include the Coast Guard Credit Union, access to Coast Guard Exchanges, and insurance coverage.

The pride of wearing the Auxiliary uniform is amplified by the Auxiliary awards system. Your efforts will be recognized and rewarded.

Opportunities

We have numerous opportunities for members to become involved in all aspects of boating:

  • Public Education - Teach courses on boating safety, navigation, and seamanship to recreational boaters of all ages.
  • Vessel Safety Checks - Give free safety checks to recreational and commercial fishing vessels.
  • Operations - Provide boaters and the Coast Guard helpful information and emergency assistance.
  • Marine Environmental Protection - Help promote clean waterways through marine pollution awareness programs that help to recognize, protect and assess the environment.
  • Recruiting - Build a stronger Coast Guard team through promoting awareness of career opportunities for service.
  • Administrative Support - Assist the Coast Guard in areas such as computer operations, radio watch-standing, publications and public affairs.
Fun & Fellowship

Our dedication to boating safety provides a congenial atmosphere for getting together to exchange boating experiences. You'll find a special camaraderie among Auxiliarists. We're sure you will make long lasting, meaningful relationships.

Knowing that you belong to a special group of people and directly participate in helping to save lives gives your membership a special meaning.

Contact Us

If you would like more information about becoming a member of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, please feel free to:

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