Flotilla 35-06 is an auxiliary unit that supports all U.S. Coast Guard missions except direct law enforcement & military combat in the Chicagoland area. The U.S.
To learn more about our flotilla, please visit our website at https://www.cgauxchicago.com. Team Coast Guard is composed of an active-duty force of 41,000 men and women, augmented by the 8,000-member Coast Guard Reserve, the 32,000-strong all-volunteer Coast Guard Auxiliary, and a civilian workforce of 5,500. As a unit of the Coast Guard Auxiliary, Flotilla 35-06 Chicago consists of nearly 30 memb
05/27/2026
From flotilla meetings to the Vatican 🇻🇦
Auxiliarist Ed Barth had an unforgettable moment meeting Pope Leo! Talk about a once-in-a-lifetime photo op. We’re pretty sure Ed now has the most blessed sea stories in the flotilla 😂
Moments like these remind us how far service, dedication, and a little adventure can take you. BZ shipmate!
05/26/2026
🇺🇸 Weekend Recap 🇺🇸
This Memorial Day weekend, Active Duty from U.S. Coast Guard Station St. Ignace and members of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary came together in Mackinaw City to participate in the Memorial Day parade — honoring the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.
It was wonderful to see our Vice Flotilla Commander, Katie Paul, spending time in Mackinaw City and supporting such a meaningful event alongside fellow Coast Guard members.
Memorial Day is more than just a long weekend — it is a time to pause, reflect, and remember those who gave their lives defending our freedoms. We hope everyone had an opportunity to honor and remember our fallen heroes this weekend.
U.S. Coast Guard Sector Northern Great Lakes
05/22/2026
⚓️ Happy National Maritime Day! ⚓️
Today, we celebrate National Maritime Day, a day to honor the importance of maritime industries in global trade and transportation. But more than that, we recognize the incredible work done by those who protect our waters every day—the U.S. Coast Guard and U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary.
From search and rescue missions to ensuring safe navigation and environmental protection, the U.S. Coast Guard plays a crucial role in keeping our waters safe. Meanwhile, the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, the volunteer arm of the Coast Guard, is a true force multiplier, providing vital support to missions across our waterways.
Together, they safeguard our waterways and ensure the maritime industry continues to thrive.
Safe waters. Strong service. Proud tradition. Happy National Maritime Day. 🇺🇸
05/18/2026
⭐️ Weekend recap ⭐️
Our National Safe Boating Week Kick-Off event on Saturday was a huge success! Members of our flotilla had a great time connecting with the public, sharing boating safety information, demonstrating knot tying, and reminding everyone that safe boating starts before you even leave the dock.
A big thank you to the McCormick Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum for hosting us and helping make the event such a fun day along the riverfront!
We even got a special visit from Batman himself......and yes — even Batman knows to wear a life jacket !
As boating season gets underway, remember:
✔️ Wear your life jacket
✔️ Take a boating safety course
✔️ Make safety part of every trip on the water
For more information, please visit www.cgauxchicago.com. See you on the water!
05/16/2026
Chief Minadeo, USCG (Ret.) from U.S. Coast Guard Station Chicago and his co-workers proudly wore their life jackets to work today in support of “Wear Your Life Jacket to Work Day!”
Whether you’re a seasoned mariner, recreational boater, or simply spending time on or near the water, wearing a life jacket is one of the easiest and most effective ways to stay safe. A life jacket only works if you wear it! Accidents can happen quickly, and a properly worn life jacket can make all the difference.
We appreciate Chief Minadeo and his coworkers for helping spread boating safety awareness and supporting the mission of the United States Coast Guard and the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary!
Safe Boating Campaign
National Safe Boating Council
05/16/2026
The Christy family showed up in style for “Wear Your Life Jacket to Work Day” — proving that whether you’re in the courtroom, at the office, or out on the water, safety is always worth defending.
From suits and ties to life jackets, they’re helping spread an important message: life jackets save lives, and the best one is the one you wear.
A big thank you to the Christy family for supporting boating safety and helping the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary promote safe boating awareness in our communities!
Safe Boating Campaign
National Safe Boating Council
05/15/2026
Truckin’ safely into boating season 😎🛟🚛
Jimmie understood the assignment for “Wear Your Life Jacket to Work Day!” Whether you’re behind the wheel of an 18-wheeler or at the helm of a boat, safety never takes a day off.
The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary reminds everyone: life jackets save lives — and the best one is the one you wear!
Safe Boating Campaign
National Safe Boating Council
05/15/2026
Do you know what today is?! It's Wear Your Life Jacket to Work Day!
Our Vice Flotilla Commander, Katie Paul, is leading by example and showing that safety always comes first on the water. Whether you’re underway for work or enjoying a day of recreational boating, wearing a life jacket can save your life.
As boating season approaches, members of the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary continue promoting safe boating practices throughout our communities.
Safe Boating Campaign
National Safe Boating Council
05/12/2026
Join us as we Kick Off National Safe Boating Week at the McCormick Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum this Saturday May 16th, 2026 from 11am-3pm. This event FREE and open to the public! All ages welcome!
The Bridgehouse Museum is located on the Chicago Riverwalk at the SW Bridgetower at Michigan Ave. & Wacker Dr.
The day will feature live demos, a variety of safety information, knot tying, fire extinguisher demonstrations, pictures with PFD Panda, and much more!
This event will happen rain or shine! Remember, the best boating experience is safe boating.
We look forward to seeing everyone! For more information, visit our website at www.cgauxchicago.com
04/29/2026
Join us as we Kick Off National Safe Boating Week at the McCormick Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum on Saturday May 16th, 2026 from 11am-3pm. This event FREE and open to the public! All ages welcome!
The Bridgehouse Museum is located on the Chicago Riverwalk at the SW Bridgetower at Michigan Ave. & Wacker Dr.
The day will feature live demos, a variety of safety information, knot tying, fire extinguisher demonstrations, pictures with PFD Panda, and much more!
This event will happen rain or shine! Remember, the best boating experience is safe boating.
We look forward to seeing everyone! For more information, visit our website at www.cgauxchicago.com