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WHAT'S NEW ARCHIVE - AUGUST 2006
- Auxiliary Shares Expertise In The Caribbean
Several members of the USCG Auxiliary traveled to Curacao for a Subject Matter Expert Exchange (SMEE), with members of the Curacao volunteer organization CITRO (Citizen’s Rescue Organization). This venture is a good example of the wide approach of promoting safety at sea by the USCG Auxiliary. The article also provides an excellent opportunity for members of our organization to get a thumbnail view of a fellow volunteer organization at work. Now on SITREP, the Auxiliary’s National e-magazine.
[Posted: 28 AUG 2006. Source: Mel Borofsky, DVC-AP]
- Coast Guard Auxiliary Dive Program
Over the past several months, questions regarding the Coast Guard Auxiliary Dive Program have been raised by many Auxiliarists throughout the organization. An update on the Dive Program and additional information to initiate planning is now available.
[Posted: 28 AUG 2006. Source: NACO]
- Up Top In Operations Published
The Special Issue in August 2006 (PDF: 306 KB / 5 pages) is available from the Department of Operations. Included in this issue are: AuxAir at AirVenture 06, Surface operations support the sea plane base, Air Station Cape Cod sends an HH-60 to AeroShell Square, Onstage at AirVenture, AUXAIR booth in the commercial display area, and BC-OAP Claude Hribal honored.
[Posted: 26 AUG 2006. Source: Nevin Lantry, BC-OEW]
- V-Department Upgrades Training Materials & Qualification Examination
The National Department of Vessel Examination has launched an initiative to upgrade training materials and qualification examinations for Vessel Examiners and Program Visitors. The first phase is complete and links to training materials for both Vessel Examiners and Program Visitors are now on the V-Dept Training page. Both the on-line and paper qualification examination (Edition "E" available from ANSC) for Vessel Examiner have been reviewed and modified to improve the accuracy and clarity of the examinations.
[Posted: 17 AUG 2006. Source: Peter Urgola DC-V]
- 60 Years, Four Uniforms, All Team Coast Guard
Auxiliarist Bob Platt has served Team Coast Guard for 60 years (1946-present) wearing four different Coast Guard uniforms. Although Auxiliarists don’t carry titles forward, except for Commodore, Auxiliarist Bob Platt is often called Captain Platt, (USCG, retired), but that's getting ahead of the story, now on SITREP, the Auxiliary’s National e-magazine.
[Posted: 16 AUG 2006. Source: Mel Borofsky, DVC-AP]
- AuxPlus PE Now Available For Flotilla Use
AuxPlus PE, the new Public Education utility, is now available for flotilla use. In addition to keeping flotilla PE records in an easy to use database, added features include: printable class schedules, welcome letters, wallet cards, certificates, and more. Available for Mac or PC, it is recommended the narrated, self running overview tutorial be downloaded first, then the actual AuxPlus PE program. See how this new program can help organize your flotilla PE records.
[Posted: 16 AUG 2006. Source: Robin Freeman, DC-Ed]
- Auxiliary Interpreter Assists In China
The Guam-based USCGC SEQUOIA, a seagoing buoy tender, went to Shanghai, China to participate in the 2006 International Association of Lighthouse Authorities Conference. This first ever visit to China by a US Coast Guard ship was a cause of great pride to the crew. Also on board, a member of the Auxiliary’s Interpreter Corps interpreted radio calls and communications with the Chinese during river transits, connections to dock facilities, and during official visits and tours of the ship. Read about this Auxiliarist’s exciting adventure, now on SITREP, the Auxiliary’s National e-magazine.
[Posted: 15 AUG 2006. Source: Mel Borofsky, DVC-AP]
- New Chief Of Staff Website
A new website for the National Chief of Staff (NACOS) has been activated at http://cos.auxnaco.org/ to provide a central source for information regarding the National Staff.
[Posted: 15 AUG 2006. Source: COMO Carol Urgola, National Chief of Staff]
- BoatU.S. Foundation Safety Grants
The BoatU.S. Foundation is now accepting applications for the 2007 Boating Safety Grant Program. With $50,000 of funding available, the selection committee is looking for new and innovative ideas that will rise to the top during this competitive process. The deadline for submitting an application is November 1, 2006.
[Posted: 15 AUG 2006. Source: Chester Lowe, CGAuxA, Inc)
- New Navigator Now Available
The Summer 2006 issue of Navigator is now available. Members should receive hard copies via US Mail in the next few weeks. Kudos to Navigator editor Joel Glass, his staff, and the contributors on another fine publication.
[Posted: 13 AUG 2006. Source: Nick Tarlson, DC-A]
- National Commodore's Letter To The Commandant
On the 216th birthday of the U.S. Coast Guard, National Commodore Gene Siebert sent a message to US Coast Guard Commandant, Admiral Thad Allen.
[Posted: 09 AUG 2006. Source: NACO]
- E-Learning Update
SkillSoft on-line learning courses are now available to Auxiliarists. These courses are very well suited for Auxiliarists with Information Technology learning needs, but can be a helpful tool in other areas of personal development. Instructions on how to secure a SkillSoft license can be found on the National Training Department website, Member Training page.
[Posted: 08 AUG 2006. Source: Gail Fisher, DC-T]
- NACON Training Seesion Added
An Auxiliary National Conference (NACON) training session for "Coast Guard Auxiliary Health Care Support Program" has been added to the agenda. Please visit the NACON 2006 website for further information on this session as well as further information on the conference, registration and hotel reservations. As a reminder, the deadline of August 11, 2006, for reservations are rapidly approaching.
[Posted: 08 AUG 2006. Source: NACO]
- Auxiliary Involved In Scientific Mission
While many of us work hard to keep our charting skills sharp, we have also come to rely more heavily on the Global Positioning System (GPS). As GPS systems become increasingly precise in pinpointing our location, our natural reliance on that technology tends to grow. But there are imperfections in GPS technology that are not addressed by this improved precision. Members of Flotilla 67, D1-SR joined forces with the active duty Coast Guard and a private engineering firm to accurately chart the harbor of New York. This five day mission is now on SITREP, the Auxiliary’s National e-magazine.
[Posted: 07 AUG 2006. Source: Mel Borofsky, DVC-AP]
- Up Top In Operations Published
The July 2006 issue (PDF: 142 KB / 4 pages) is available from the Department of Operations. Included in this issue are: AME Assisted Special Issuance (AASI) Procedure, On Top of Up Top, and Summer Flying Safety.
[Posted: 06 AUG 2006. Source: Nevin Lantry, BC-OEW]
- Two Important New RBS Brochures At ANSC
A PE SpeedGram (PDF: 40 KB / 1 page) introduces two informative new RBS (Recreational Boating Safety) brochures, part of You're In Command, now in stock at ANSC (Auxiliary National Supply Center). One of these brochures addresses the risk of power boat propeller injuries and the second provides information about the wide array of life jackets available to boaters, including high risk boaters. These brochures can be used for Public Education, Program Visitors, Vessel Examiners, and any Public Affairs activities.
[Posted: 05 AUG 2006. Source: Doc Clinchy, DC-E]
- Increase ABC Interest And Participation
Many flotillas would like to add "Just One More!" ABC (America's Boating Course)
class to their public education schedule, but have expressed concern that they have a hard time
filling the classes they do have scheduled. Read
how one division in 8ER approached, planned and solved that problem, resulting in over 100 people
in ABC classes.
[Posted: 03 AUG 2006. Source: Robin Freeman, DC-Ed]
- Auxiliarists Needed To Help Regional Exam Centers With Surge Operations
During the National Commodore’s last quarterly briefing with Admiral Collins (then Commandant of the Coast Guard) and subsequently confirmed by Admiral Allen, Commandant of the Coast Guard, we have identified a critical USCG need for Auxiliary support around the new requirement that all Merchant Mariners present themselves to the Coast Guard for ID verification and fingerprinting. Read the current issue of OnCourse to learn more about this critical need and how you can help.
[Posted: 02 AUG 2006. Source: NACO]
- An Active 100 Years
Four years ago Auxiliarist Bertram Haines of Flotilla 51, Riviera Beach, FL, retired from active Auxiliary duty, but he still occasionally attended monthly flotilla meetings. He recently turned 100 years of age. Little did he know when he arrived at the flotilla meeting with his wife on his arm that he was to be the center of “Bert's Century Celebration.” Read about this great Auxiliarist and the celebration in his honor, now on SITREP, the Auxiliary’s National e-magazine.
[Posted: 01 AUG 2006. Source: Mel Borofsky, DVC-AP]
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