U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, Flotilla 25-01 "One Washington"

Happy New Year to all of our followers! Flotilla One Washington can’t wait to see what’s in store for 2025. We are so thankful for all of our shipmates and supporters.

Happy New Year’s Eve from the Coast Guard Auxiliary!!

📸 U.S. Coast Guard courtesy photo.
🎨 Rafael Baez.

A huge shoutout to our very own Flotilla Commander, Aaron Adkins, in being awarded the Coast Guard Auxiliary Commendation Medal (ACM) today at Coast Guard Headquarters in DC. Mr. Adkins was cited for outstanding achievement while serving as the Lead Auxiliary Copy Editor in support of the publication of the Commandant Instructions. In his role, he supported publication of over 50 directives!

BZ, Aaron!!



U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Coast Guard Auxiliary District 5 Southern Region

🎉🎂Happy Birthday U.S. Coast Guard!🎂🎉

The U.S. Coast Guard, established in 1790 by Alexander Hamilton as the Revenue Cutter Service, is the nation's oldest continuous seagoing service.

Initially tasked with enforcing tariff laws and preventing smuggling, it merged with the U.S. Life-Saving Service in 1915, forming the modern-day Coast Guard. Throughout its history, the Coast Guard has expanded its roles to include search and rescue, maritime law enforcement, environmental protection, and homeland security.

During wartime, it operates as part of the U.S. Navy, participating in major conflicts including World War II and the Vietnam War.

Today, the Coast Guard remains a vital component of the Department of Homeland Security, safeguarding the nation's maritime interests.

🎨 Rafael Baez.

Bravo Zulu to ENS Rytel, a One Washington Auxiliarist who was commissioned today after completing the U.S. Coast Guard’s Reserve Officer Candidate Indoctrination program. This highly selective program recruits the very best talent in a wide variety of fields to lead our Reserve Component.

ENS Rytel and his 81 graduating classmates will now report to their respective units across the country to hone their skills and continue their service to the U.S. Coast Guard. Best wishes to all graduates and Semper Paratus!

U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Go Coast Guard

📸 Aaron Adkins

Stay afloat safely by avoiding boating under the influence.
Identify a boat operator who will be the sober skipper and keep everyone safe.

Happy 4th of July from the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary!

🎨 by Rafael Baez
📸 by Joey Feldman, PA3

The 2024 Operation Dry Water heightened awareness and enforcement three-day weekend is coming up July 4-6.
Boating under the influence of alcohol or drugs could cost you your life, someone else's life or the time, expense and shame of an arrest. And that's just to name a few.
Have a sober operator!

United States President Joe Biden issued a letter honoring the members of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary on their 85th anniversary of service to the Nation. The United States Congress also issued a proclamation. Congratulations and thanks to the generations of patriotic Americans who have answered the call to serve.

Happy birthday to all of our shipmates across the Auxiliary! For 85 years, the volunteers of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary have been a key component of Team Coast Guard. Volunteering countless hours, our members continue the selfless traditions of the Auxiliary and remain Semper Paratus!

🎂🎉 Happy Birthday U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary!! 🎉🎂

Established by Congress on June 23, 1939, the Auxiliary is the volunteer service of the U.S. Coast Guard. The Auxiliary is non-military and performs the civil missions of the Coast Guard as directed by the Commandant. There is no shortage of opportunities available to anyone interested in joining.

Some areas of interest are:
Vessel Exams
Public Education
Public Affairs
Human Resources
Academy Admissions Partner Program
Culinary Service Program
And many more

If you would like more information or are interested in joining the Auxiliary, click the following link to get more information about becoming a member of Team Coast Guard.

🔗 :https://www.cgaux.org.

BZ to Lt. Amanda Thrasher! The USCG values all people and that’s reflected in all of the ways that we work, both internally and externally. There’s a place for you on !
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🚁 Meet Lt. Amanda Thrasher 🚁, a Coast Guard pilot flying search and rescue missions that save hikers in mountainous rain-soaked coastal terrain and fishermen tossed by 30-foot seas. Thrasher strives day-to-day to infuse positive impact on personnel who serve in the country’s premier life-saving service. While dutiful LGBTQ+ military service members have historically not been able serve openly the Coast Guard is committed to building a stronger, unified military force.

To model inclusion, Thrasher is forthright about being q***r because she believes it’s crucial her shipmates be exposed to positive, confident displays of pride. With courage and honesty, Thrasher’s voice is helping inspire a culture of inclusion that promotes more diverse, collaborative work environments because she recognizes the value of representation. Whether operating at 10,000 feet or with boots planted safe on the ground, Lt. Thrasher is on a mission to help others fly on the wings of pride. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈

📸 My CG.

🔗 https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/2675606/wings-of-pride-lt-amanda-thrasher/

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