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See Pictures from Spring Conference: March 2008

Auxiliary Modernization Plan Presentation
The Auxiliary Modernization Plan Presentation details the reasoning and the principles behind the Coast Guard Auxiliary reorganization to align with the changes in the Coast Guard structure.
[Posted: 04 AUG 2008. Source: NACO] 
Update to Documentation Revision List for Training Courses
The National Training Department's Documentation Revision List has been changed to incorporate updates in the documentation to support the New Member Course material developed by the Personnel Department. Updates include the Reference Guide, Student Guide and exams. This list has been developed by the National Training Department to provide the current revision of training material required for program qualification and AUXOP courses. All items listed have been reviewed by responsible departments and confirmed as the latest revision.
[Posted: 17 AUG 2008.  Source: Ken Kendall, DC-Td]  
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Waterfront Challenge Grants

The Waterfront Challenge is a grant program for boaters to take steps to help improve their local waterfront. Eight grants of $5,000 to $25,000 will be awared to support grassroot efforts by boaters to create sustainable waterfront environmental improvements in their communities. Some ideas include, cleaning up a beach or river bank, rebuilding a handicap accessible dock, or any small scale projects that could result in effective waterfront improvements. A flotilla or an individual could apply for grants to be awarded at the Miami International Boat Show in February, 2009. Project deadline is November 5, 2008.
[Posted: 18 JUL 2008.   Source: William Griswold, BC-BRG] Link is hot http://www.wfchallenge.com/

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New AuxData Mission Added
There is a new mission added to member training, 06C - AUXSCE. Reporting it is now functional in AuxData. Please advise all Instructors who are teaching this course to use mission 06C effective immediately. A reminder: Do not show the students on the 7030, their time should be reported on their monthly 7029 form. The following change will be added to the 7030 as of 1 October 2008 when the quarterly forms update is made: 06C AUXSCE Reporting - A class taught by a certified SCETT (Instructor who completed AUXSCE Train-the-Trainer course and is certified as either a Boat Crew Coxswain or a pilot in one of the AIR Competencies.)
[Posted: 09 JUL 2008.  Source: Marilyn McBain, DVC-IS]

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Lifejacket Use Clarification
Misinformation passed at a recent Auxiliary meeting stated that the USCG would be withdrawing approval of inflatable lifejackets for all boats capable of going 30mph or more. To clarify: Impending changes to authorized inflatable life jackets applies only to CG active duty, Reserves, and Auxiliary. By 2009 all life jackets authorized for use by CG personnel must be dynamic strength tested to 50mph. The Auxiliary will be less affected since it will only apply to Auxiliary personnel on facilities that have the capability to exceed 35mph. This change has nothing to do with the boating public and is strictly an "in-house" standard to ensure safety conducting missions utilizing high speed assets. The CG is not withdrawing approval for Inflatable Life Jackets, merely removing types it previousily listed in the Rescue and Survival Systems Manual as approved for use by CG personnel. Again, it has nothing to do with the public, only CG. Please ensure this is communicated as appropriate.
[Posted: 26 MAY 2008. Source: CDR Valerian F. Welicka , Office of Auxiliary & Boating Safety (CG-542), Chief, Auxiliary Division (CG-5421) ]

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Track Your Progress Toward The RBS Device
Amanda Armstrong, FSO-PA in Pensacola, FL, created a handy way to track your points over a two-year period to earn the RBS Device. All you have to do is enter your hours from each item and the spreadsheet totals them for you and indicates if you have enough to earn the device. Two versions are available, one for OpenOffice users, and one for Microsoft Excel users.
[Posted: 10 JAN 2008. Source: Doug Patterson, DVC-BR]  

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District Uniform Wear Guidance
1. In order to ensure consistency of uniforms at conferences, meetings and other occasions, the following guidance regarding seasonal wear is to be followed within 8ER. This guidance is consistent with the uniform wear guidance followed within Eighth Coast Guard District.
Dinner Dress Blue Jacket 16 October through 31 March
Dinner Dress White Jacket 1 April through 15 October
Dinner Dress Blue 1 January through 31 December
Service Dress Blue 1 January through 31 December
Tropical Blue 1 January through 31 December
2. As prescribed in the Auxiliary Manual, for most social events, including conference banquets, the Auxiliary Blue Blazer outfit or appropriate civilian clothing is acceptable if the member does not own the specified uniform of the day. Thomas C. Mallison, District Commodore

Uniform Procurement WPAFB:  Please follow the following procedure.  Call (937-257-2800) / (937-878-6851 or e-mail Collean Coorea correac@aafes.com and copy Jim Tagg tagg@aafes.com 24 hours in advance for a temporary pass. Uniform Store management then will forward request to Visitor Center at gate 12A. Auxiliary member will check in at Visitor Center on Rt. 444 with the following: Valid Drivers License, Auto Registration, Auto Insurance, and your USCGAUX ID.  Larry Steinke DCP 8ER-06 21FEB2007

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Remember to let Scott Hopkins know your interest/availability to serve as FSO!

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