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Captain's Corner- 2008
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It is my distinct pleasure to welcome you to the website of Division 6, Seventh District of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary.The Auxiliary is a force multiplier of vetted and trained volunteers devoted to the support of the Coast Guard missions providing several vital skills, vessels, aircraft and experience to Coast Guard units across the nation.As a leading volunteer organization in the Department of Homeland Security, it is an essential component of the daily operations and an effective resource prepared to prevent and respond to catastrophes in the maritime region. Appropriately, the core strategic purpose of Division 6 is to continuously remain well trained to perform three prioritized functions:
- Promote and improve recreational boating safety.
- Support Coast Guard maritime Homeland Security efforts.
- Support operational, administrative and logistical requirements, of the Coast Guard Station Miami Beach, the” One of the Busiest Multi-Mission Station in the Country”, the Coast Guard Air Station Miami and Coast Guard Sector Miami.
Division 6 has at the beginning of year 2008, near 350 members, in five active Flotillas; Our multiple achievements in fifteen varied activities have continuously received nation-wide recognition and awards.As the demand for our services and missions continue to increase, we are constantly required to augment our volunteer base with new and dedicated members. We need you to help us better respond to the U.S. Coast Guard and our Nation’s needs. We cordially invite you to join Division 6, and become an active member of the world’s premier Volunteer Life Savers Organization. It will be our honor to welcome you as part of Team Coast Guard.We will remain,
SEMPER PARATUS. Eduardo L. Burbank
Division Captain,
Division 6, District 7
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary
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Vice Captain's Corner- 2008
Thank you for visiting our website. You will find information here that may peak your interest in joining this very worthwhile organization – the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary. We contribute our boats and planes for sea and air patrols, check recreational and commercial fishing vessels for proper safety equipment, conduct public education courses on boating techniques, safety and how to navigate on water, stand watch at Coast Guard stations, check on the condition and proper functioning of navigational aides in our waterways, assist marine dealers and marinas with safety and environmental protection issues, and much, much more. We provide administrative, accounting, legal, medical and dental skills to assist the Coast Guard, we help after hurricanes and other disasters, and we assist with Homeland Security.What do we get in return? We develop increased pride in the U.S.A. and our community, receive personal satisfaction on the results of our efforts, are recognized by the Coast Guard for our accomplishments, benefit from free training, acquire new and improved skills, get experience in different activities, and have the enjoyment of forming new friendships. What more could you ask? Well, we also enjoy wearing the uniform, having access to the Coast Guard Exchange, shopping online with a myriad of nationally-known vendors who offer us discounts, and obtain discounts from many local establishments.If you have available time and are searching for a productive and worthwhile use of your knowledge, experience and skills, go to Come Join Us on the Home Page of this site. We would welcome the opportunity to talk with you personally about serving with us.
Judith L. Hudson
Vice Captain, Division 6
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