COUNTDOWN TO 2025 SPRING:

This will be the normal Semi-Annual Board Meeting.

This training is for all individuals that wish to be owners and/or operators of Auxiliary Radio Facilities and are not currently holding Telecommunications Operator (TCO) qualification. AUXCOM qualification does not replace TCO qualification or Watch Stander.

If interested in this class, it is requested to please contact the instructor Rick Taylor ([email protected]) ahead for pre-class work.

Meeting for SO-FNs and FSO-FNs with the DSO-FN

Training to provide new members as well as Flotilla Commanders (FC) and member training (MT) officers an easy to follow, flexible plan that will help integrate new (or reactivating) members into the Auxiliary.

SPECIAL NOTE: This is a multi-hour course which will be on Friday 13:30 - 17:00 and Saturday 09:00 - 11:15. All sessions must be attended.

This class will cover what the Sea Scouts are. How they are organized. What they are allowed to do when working with the Auxiliary. What training the Auxiliary personnel are required to have, and where they can take it. We will also have key persons from the Auxiliary/Sea Scout program to answer any questions.

Newly elected Flotilla Leaders or those planning on running for Flotilla office or an Appointed Flotilla Officer? Selected “Nuts and Bolts” subjects will be covered to assist you on starting off on the right foot.

SPECIAL NOTE: This is a multi-hour course which will be on Friday 13:30 - 17:00, Saturday 09:00 - 14:15 and Sunday 09:00 - 12:00. All sessions must be attended.

A live review of the Auxiliary National Website where a member can navigate and obtain a wealth of information including Directorates, Forms, Manuals, Performance Management, Test Centers, Job Aids, the very important search box, Aux A, Leadership Who’s Who in the Organization and so much more.

SPECIAL NOTE: This is a multi-hour course which will be Friday from 13:30 - 15:45.

Overview of working with the Active Duty and how to bridge the gap.

A significant factor for successful organizations is effective communications. We need to examine the types of communications, their various modes, and the importance of understanding the difference between what is sent versus what is received, the role of timeliness. The issue of clarity will be explored with an emphasis on how it can spell the difference between successful missions and those that fail to achieve their goals. This is a discussion-based session that will employ participant exercises to highlight key takeaways."

This workshop is intented for new and current unit finance staff officers, and also newly elected leadership in identifying potential candidates for their unit financial officer staff positions.

A discussion of the requirements of becoming and Auxiliary Culinary Assistant, including the annual requirements for Auxiliarists.

SPECIAL NOTE: This is a multi-hour course which will be on Saturday 07:30 - 16:45 and Sunday 09:00 - 11:00.

A SafeTALK certification course for our chaplains. SafeTALK is a nationally recognized half-day, in person training to train participants steps to identify people with suicidal thoughts and connect them to resources.

SPECIAL NOTE: This is a multi-hour course which will be on Saturday 09:00 - 11:15.

This course will lay the groundwork and provide an understanding of what ICS and the benefits that it plays. There will then be a larger multi hour course offered in the Fall. This will be a great way to see if that will be of more interest to you.

Training session will include review of every type of PPE and step by step inspection review utilizing the appropriate MPC’s. Review of the administration of members PPE in AuxData II followed by open question and answer session.

SPECIAL NOTE: This is a multi-hour course which will be on Saturday 09:00 - 11:15.

The Intro will cover staff officer duties in general, CS staff duties in particular and a basic introduction to managing the flotilla web site.

SPECIAL NOTE: This is a multi-hour course which will be on Saturday 09:00 - 11:15.

The mandatory VE workshop is always focused on providing the Vessel Examiners with the latest information to prepare for the boating season.

Training on revised member application processes; privacy/confidentiality; disenrollments; transfers; mergers; ID cards; AAMS Contact Management Program; Recruitment processes

SPECIAL NOTE: This is a multi-hour course which will be on Saturday 13:15 - 15:30.

An ETS Question & Answer session where the DIRAUX team can answer question in a group setting.

This presentation will include the steps required to become an AUXPAD Operator and the requirements to maintain that qualification. The presentation will also discuss the requirements for AUXPAD facilities and other accessories that may be considered beneficial to the paddling activity.

SPECIAL NOTE: This is a multi-hour course which will be on Saturday 13:15 - 15:30.

This workshop will be to answer your questions and provide a better understanding of the AUXDATA II System.

SPECIAL NOTE: This is a multi-hour course which will be on Saturday 13:15 - 15:30.

The Operations workshop session in preparation for the 2025 Operations season.

SPECIAL NOTE: This is a multi-hour course which will be on Saturday 13:15 - 15:30.

Take this opportunity to come and meet your current and future EXCOM Team. Great opportunity to hear about the past as well as year ahead of us and ask your questions of interest.

This course is designed to teach you what to look out for when working with children. This includes sexual harassment, pedophiles, and bullying. You will be instructed on what to do if you encounter these situations. Who you have to report the incidents to? This is a Scouting BSA course and is used by numerous youth organization in the country. This is a required course to have if you want to work with Sea Scouts or Boy Scouts and must be renewed Every Year. It is also being suggested for those that are preparing to run for both DCDR and VDCR.

SPECIAL NOTE: This is a multi-hour course which will be on Saturday 14:30 - 16:45.

A significant factor for successful organizations is effective communications. We need to examine the types of communications, their various modes, and the importance of understanding the difference between what is sent versus what is received, the role of timeliness. The issue of clarity will be explored with an emphasis on how it can spell the difference between successful missions and those that fail to achieve their goals. This is a discussion-based session that will employ participant exercises to highlight key takeaways."

This class introduces the participation in the Coast Guard Short-Range Unmanned Aircraft Systems (SR-UAS) program, also called the “The Drone Program”. We are providing a close look into Applicability, Auxiliary Participation, Acceptance in Program and Prerequisites

This annual workshop is required of those currently holding Telecommunications Operator (TCO), or in training for TCO qualification.

Overview of working with the Active Duty and how to bridge the gap.

Take this opportunity to come and meet your DIRAUX Team. Great opportunity to hear about the year ahead of us and ask your questions of interest.

Appetizers: Italian Wedding Soup, House Salad and Italian Pasta Salad
Entrees: Chicken Cacciatore, Roasted Sirloin and Chefs selection of Starch and Fresh Seasonal Vegetables
Desserts: Assorted cakes, tarts, pastries and sliced fruit

Appetizers: House Salad Mix and Fresh Fruit Medley
Entrees: Grilled BBQ Chicken Breast and Beef Tips Burgandy with Noodles
Served with seasonal vegetable, starch and freshly baked rolls.

Appetizer: Broccoli Cheddar Soup, Spinach salad with apples and walnuts, raspberry vinaigrette
Entree: Stuffed chicken with sun-dried tomatoes, roasted peppers & spinach with a ricotta cheese filling & boursin cream sauce. Chefs' choice of starch and fresh seasonal vegetable.
Dessert: Chef's assortment of deserts.

Appetizer: Broccoli Cheddar Soup, Spinach salad with apples and walnuts, raspberry vinaigrette
Entree: Filet Mignon served with roasted cipollini onions. Chefs' choice of starch and fresh seasonal vegetable.
Dessert: Chefs' assortment of deserts.

Appetizer: Broccoli Cheddar Soup, Spinach salad with apples and walnuts, raspberry vinaigrette
Entree: Smoked paprika rockfish with roasted corn and chipotle relish. Chefs' choice of starch and fresh seasonal vegetable.
Dessert: Chef's assortment of deserts.

Breakfast Buffet

Breakfast Buffet