U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Central Marin - Flotilla 1-4

Flotilla 14 is active in ATON verification.

Saturday is for the Buoys.

Did you know that one of the missions that the Coast Guard Auxiliary supports is Aids to Navigation (ATON)? Auxiliarists nationwide support the Coast Guards ATON mission by becoming certified Aids Verifiers and act as the eyes for the Coast Guard to ensure safe passage on the waterways!

📷: Flotilla 11-2 Woods Hole

Flotilla 14 meetings are hybrid, enabling members to attend. remotely and in person.

The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary utilizes online learning to provide multiple training opportunities to their members in a wide variety of subjects through the use of multiple online platforms such as Moodle and Zoom in order to enable online learning experiences.

These initiatives empower educators and improve the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary through accessible and effective online education.

Seaman Nathan J. Cruz, a crew member at Station Washington, explains how the station provides value to the nation! While serving as a boarding team member, Seaman Cruz represents our core values on every boarding: honor, respect, and devotion to duty.

Take a listen.

#BoatingSafety - A VHF marine-grade radio, whether hardwired or handheld, can ensure you can contact first responders if you're in distress on the water. Check out this video from Petty Officer Foy from U.S. Coast Guard Station New Orleans as he explains the importance of having a radio onboard your boat. 🎥 by: PA2 Vincent Moreno, Coast Guard Heartland District External Affairs. #USCG #americasfirstresponder #vhfradio #boatsafety

NASA Sets Launch Coverage for Space Weather Missions - NASA NASA will provide live coverage of prelaunch and launch activities for an observatory designed to study space weather and explore and map the boundaries of

A new ferry landing is coming to Mission Bay, right across from the Chase Center! Take a behind-the-scenes look at dredging, site prep, and what this terminal means for the waterfront and Bay Area transit. 🚤⛏️🌊

The image is a diagram illustrating the different points of sail for a sailboat, with the wind direction indicated by a black arrow at the top labeled "WIND". The diagram is divided into two main sections: "Starboard Tack" on the left and "Port Tack" on the right.
Key Components:
A sailboat is depicted in various positions, with its sails and hull orientation changing relative to the wind direction.
The diagram highlights the different points of sail, including:
Head To Wind (In Irons)
Close Hauled
Close Reaching
Beam Reaching
Broad Reaching
Running
The "DEAD AREA" is marked in the center, indicating the direction directly into the wind, where the sailboat cannot sail.
Sailing Points:
The diagram shows the sailboat's position and sail orientation for each point of sail, with labels indicating the corresponding sailing term.
The points of sail are arranged in a circular pattern around the "DEAD AREA", illustrating the different directions the sailboat can sail relative to the wind.
Tacking:
The diagram distinguishes between "Starboard Tack" and "Port Tack", indicating the sailboat's orientation relative to the wind direction.
The sailboat's position and sail orientation change depending on the tack, with the sails and hull adjusting to optimize performance.
Overall:
The diagram provides a clear and concise visual representation of the different points of sail and the corresponding sailing terms.
It serves as a useful reference for sailors to understand the various sailing positions and how to navigate relative to the wind direction.

"Sailing into the world of nautical diversity, this image showcases six distinct rig types, each with its unique charm and sailing characteristics, from the simplicity of the Cat Boat to the complexity of the Wishbone Ketch."

Under a full moon, the sea turns silver. Waves glitter like spilled stardust, and the sails glow ghostly white as they billow against the night sky. The world is hushed. Even the wind seems reverent. The rhythmic splash of the bow cutting water is the only sound—an anchor to the real in a world that feels like a dream. You steer by instinct now, eyes on the stars, body tuned to the motion of the boat. It's a communion with something ancient, something eternal.

You should KNOT be boating without knowing your NOTS!

Using the right knot is critical to making sure your vessel is secure, so it doesn’t drift away. Many people drown every year trying to retrieve their boat, so please wear a life jacket when you’re retrieving anything in the water.