New Uniforms

Alert 11, July 2023

The Auxiliary will be getting two new uniforms. The first is an Auxiliary version of the new ODU replacement for the active duty (CGU).

The key differences from the active-duty uniform being the grey name tapes, and the non-subdued flag and auxiliary patch. This should be available in the later part of 2023.

The second is the new Auxiliary Working Uniform (AWU). From the Uniform Update,

This will be an optional work uniform authorized for all Auxiliarists to wear. It will be a mandatory work uniform for members who can’t fit into the CGU.

This uniform is available to purchase now. Please see the district wide email titled, “Auxiliary Work Uniform (AWU) Information” on July 22nd for more details.

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Also in this issue

• Flotilla Accomplishments

  Flotilla 11's 2023 year-to-date results in public education, vessel safety checks, patrols (including a hypothermic kayaker rescue), and other member and unit activities.

• Member Training

  A list of the annual trainings, workshops and courses completed by Flotilla 11 members in the first half of 2023.

• Awards

  Flotilla 11 members received the USCG Unit Commendation, the Auxiliary VE/MDV Service Award and Auxiliary Membership Awards at the June 2023 flotilla meeting.

• Navigation Systems

  Progress on the flotilla's 2023 PATON and bridge verifications, electronic navigation training sessions, and a notice that NOAA is retiring its paper raster charts.

• Change of Watch/Command

  Changes of command in June and July 2023 at Coast Guard Station Bellingham and the cutters Sea Lion and Terrapin, attended by Flotilla 11 members.

• Parting Shot

  U.S. Coast Guard Cutters Terrapin and Sea Lion at Fairhaven.