Squalicum Harbor Opening Day

Alert 11, Summer 2024

Several members of the Flotilla hosted a table at Squalicum harbor opening day. A Flotilla facility was also on display.

• Public Education
• Fellowship & Events

Also in this issue

• USCG SLEP Program

  Flotilla members toured the Birdon facility in Bellingham where the Coast Guard's 47-foot Motor Life Boats undergo the Service Life Extension Program overhaul.

• Ski to Sea Race

  The flotilla provided a safety patrol for the kayak leg of the Ski to Sea race in Whatcom County on May 26.

• Awards

  Flotilla Commander Pam Chelgren-Koterba presented awards to several members at recent flotilla meetings.

• Member Training

  A list of the workshops and core training courses completed by flotilla members during the first half of 2024.

• Navigation Systems

  Flotilla aid verifiers have begun 2024 PATON verifications, and the last local NOAA raster charts are being retired in July.

• Operations

  The flotilla continues to run patrols and train new crew and coxswains, with several patrols planned in the coming weeks.

• 85th Anniversary of the Coast Guard Auxiliary

  The Coast Guard Auxiliary marked its 85th anniversary with a June 20 ceremony at USCG Headquarters, where it received a Coast Guard Unit Commendation.

• Parting Shot

  Coast Guard Station Bellingham and Air Station Port Angeles rescued four adults, a child and a dog near Lummi Island on June 9.