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2025 Spring DTRAIN!

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Registration Is Open!

4, 5 & 6 April, 2025
Hilton Wilmington/Christiana,
100 Continental Drive,
Newark, Delaware

 Click Here To REGISTER 
 


REPEAT NOTICE FROM DIRAUX

D5NR Auxiliarists, 

Members attending the 2025 Spring DTRAIN who wish to request travel reimbursement from DIRAUX should complete the following short questionnaire in order to request funding. It will be very helpful to complete your DTRAIN registration prior to completing the survey; at a minimum, you will need to know what classes you are registered for.
PLEASE NOTE: If you have already responded to the questionnaire, thank you! Please do not respond more than once.

 Click Here For Questionnaire 

The survey will remain open throughout February, and responses will be sent via email after the survey closes (target response date is 07March). 

We cannot yet approve authorizations for any travel that takes place after the current government funding period which ends on 14March (continuing resolution). As such, members funded by DIRAUX will be notified via email when they can submit their ETS authorization.

Thank you for your service!

Sincerely, 

D5NR DIRAUX Staff


FROM THE COMMODORE
Fellow Auxiliarists,

Sign Up Now for THE Auxiliary Event of the Year.
We’re excited to be returning to the same location for Spring 2025 DTRAIN! The District Board Meeting will kick off on Friday, setting the stage for a weekend filled with exciting sessions and events. Join us for the Annual Awards Banquet on Saturday, where the U.S. Coast Guard Active Duty team will share new opportunities. Whether you attend the entire weekend or just one day, you’ll experience lots of learning, laughter, and make new friends. We can’t wait to see you there!

Looking forward to seeing you at DTRAIN!
Semper Paratus!




Noreen Schifini,
District Commodore
Fifth District-Northern Region
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary


Same Location as Fall 2024 DTRAIN!
The Hilton Christiana/Wilmington in Delaware is very nice with staff and management that are most eager to host our event.
 


Highlighted Opportunities
at Spring DTRAIN
The following is a quick rundown of what will be happening at DTRAIN. More information is forthcoming including information on the Saturday Spousal Program, Additions to the schedule, appropriate uniforms/what to wear (NO ODUs) and more.
 

FRIDAY MEETING SCHEDULE

0800 – 1200 TIME SLOT

  • District Board Meeting
    This is the normal Semi-Annual Board Meeting.

FRIDAY TRAINING / SESSIONS

1030 – 1700 TIME SLOT

  • TCO PQS Training (4 Hour Course)
    This training is for all individuals that wish to be owners/operators of Auxiliary Radio Facilities and not currently holding Telecommunications Operator (TCO) qualification. Prior AUXCOM qualification does not replace TCO qualification or WatchStander. 

If interested in this class, it is requested to please contact the instructor Rick Taylor (rbtaylorii@comcast.net) ahead for pre-class work.

1330 – 1400 TIME SLOT

  • Finance Staff Officers Meeting
    Meeting for SO-FNs and FSO-FNs with the DSO-FN
     
  • New Member Training
    (Multi Session Course, Session Hours Noted Below)
    Training to provide new members as well as Flotilla Commanders (FC) and member training (MT) officers an easy to follow, flexible plan that will help integrate new (or reactivating) members into the Auxiliary.

SPECIAL NOTE: This is a multi-hour course which will be on Friday 13:30 – 17:00 and Saturday 09:00 – 11:15. All sessions must be attended.

  • How the Sea Scouts can help the Auxiliary
    This class will cover what the Sea Scouts are. How they are organized. What they are allowed to do when working with the Auxiliary. What training the Auxiliary personnel are required to have, and where they can take it. We will also have key persons from the Auxiliary/Sea Scout program to answer any questions.
     
  • Flotilla Leadership Course
    (Multi Session, Multiple Day Course, Session Hours Noted Below)
    Newly elected Flotilla Leaders or those planning on running for Flotilla office or an Appointed Flotilla Officer? Selected “Nuts and Bolts” subjects will be covered to assist you on starting off on the right foot.

SPECIAL NOTE: This is a multi-hour course which will be on Friday 1330 – 1700, Saturday 0900 – 1415 and Sunday 0900 – 1200. All sessions must be attended.

  • National Auxiliary Website Review
    (Multi Session Course, Session Hours Noted Below)
    A live review of the Auxiliary National Website where a member can navigate and obtain a wealth of information including Directorates, Forms, Manuals, Performance Management, Test Centers, Job Aids, the very important search box, Aux A, Leadership Who’s Who in the Organization and so much more.

SPECIAL NOTE: This is a multi-hour course which will be Friday from 1330 – 1545.

1445 – 1545 TIME SLOT

  • Working with the Active Duty
    Overview of working with the Active Duty and how to bridge the gap.
     
  • Communications: The Auxiliary’s Success Factor
    A significant factor for successful organizations is effective communications. We need to examine the types of communications, their various modes, and the importance of understanding the difference between what is sent versus what is received, the role of timeliness. The issue of clarity will be explored with an emphasis on how it can spell the difference between successful missions and those that fail to achieve their goals. This is a discussion-based session that will employ participant exercises to highlight key takeaways.”

1445 – 1545 TIME SLOT

  • Roles / Qualifications for Unit Financial Staff Officers
    This workshop is intended for new and current unit finance staff officers, and also newly elected leadership in identifying potential candidates for their unit financial officer staff positions.

SATURDAY TRAINING / SESSIONS

0730 – 1645 TIME SLOT

  • Intro to Culinary Assistance
    (Multi Session Course, Session Hours Noted Below)
    A discussion of the requirements of becoming and Auxiliary Culinary Assistant, including the annual requirements for Auxiliarists.

SPECIAL NOTE: This is a multi-hour course which will be on Saturday 0730 – 1645 and Sunday 0900 – 1100.

09:00 – 10:00 TIME SLOT

  • Chaplains Workshop (SafeTALK)
    (Multi Session Course, Session Hours Noted Below)
    A SafeTALK certification course for our chaplains. SafeTALK is a nationally recognized half-day, in-person training to train participants steps to identify people with suicidal thoughts and connect them to resources.

SPECIAL NOTE: This is a multi-hour course which will be on Saturday 0900 – 1115.

  • Intro to Incident Command System—ICS
    This course will lay the groundwork and provide an understanding of what ICS and the benefits that it plays. There will then be a larger multi hour course offered in the Fall. This will be a great way to see if that will be of more interest to you.
     
  • PPE Management, Inspection and AD II Administration
    (Multi Session Course, Session Hours Noted Below)
    Training session will include review of every type of PPE and step by step inspection review utilizing the appropriate MPC’s. Review of the administration of members PPE in AuxData II followed by open question and answer session.

SPECIAL NOTE: This is a multi-hour course which will be on Saturday 0900 – 1115.

  • Intro to Communication Services Office
    (Multi Session Course, Session Hours Noted Below)
    The Intro will cover staff officer duties in general, CS staff duties in particular and a basic introduction to managing the flotilla web site.

SPECIAL NOTE: This is a multi-hour course which will be on Saturday 0900 – 1115.

1015 – 1115 TIME SLOT

  • Annual Vessel Examiner Workshop
    The mandatory VE workshop is always focused on providing the Vessel Examiners with the latest information to prepare for the boating season.

1315 – 1415 TIME SLOT

  • Human Resource Processing
    (Multi Session Course, Session Hours Noted Below)
    Training on revised member application processes; privacy/confidentiality; disenrollments; transfers; mergers; ID cards; AAMS Contact Management Program; Recruitment processes

SPECIAL NOTE: This is a multi-hour course which will be on Saturday 1315 – 1530.

  • CG AUX ETS Questions & Answers
    An ETS Question & Answer session where the DIRAUX team can answer question in a group setting.
     
  • AUXPAD Ashore and Afloat
    (Multi Session Course, Session Hours Noted Below)
    This presentation will include the steps required to become an AUXPAD Operator and the requirements to maintain that qualification. The presentation will also discuss the requirements for AUXPAD facilities and other accessories that may be considered beneficial to the paddling activity.

SPECIAL NOTE: This is a multi-hour course which will be on Saturday 1315 – 1530.

  • AUXDATA II Refresher
    (Multi Session Course, Session Hours Noted Below)
    This workshop will be to answer your questions and provide a better understanding of the AUXDATA II System.

SPECIAL NOTE: This is a multi-hour course which will be on Saturday 1315 – 1530.

  • Operation Workshop / Discussion
    (Multi Session Course, Session Hours Noted Below)
    The Operations workshop session in preparation for the 2025 Operations season.

SPECIAL NOTE: This is a multi-hour course which will be on Saturday 1315 – 1530.

14:30 – 15:30 TIME SLOT

  • Meet the District Executive Committee—EXCOM
    Take this opportunity to come and meet your current and future EXCOM Team. Great opportunity to hear about the past as well as year ahead of us and ask your questions of interest.
     
  • Scouts BSA Youth Protection Training
    (Multi Session Course, Session Hours Noted Below)
    This course is designed to teach you what to look out for when working with children. This includes sexual harassment, pedophiles, and bullying. You will be instructed on what to do if you encounter these situations. Who you have to report the incidents to? This is a Scouting BSA course and is used by numerous youth organization in the country. This is a required course to have if you want to work with Sea Scouts or Boy Scouts and must be renewed Every Year. It is also being suggested for those that are preparing to run for both DCDR and VDCR.

SPECIAL NOTE: This is a multi-hour course which will be on Saturday 1430 – 1645.

1545 – 1645 TIME SLOT

  • Communications: The Auxiliary’s Success Factor
    A significant factor for successful organizations is effective communications. We need to examine the types of communications, their various modes, and the importance of understanding the difference between what is sent versus what is received, the role of timeliness. The issue of clarity will be explored with an emphasis on how it can spell the difference between successful missions and those that fail to achieve their goals. This is a discussion-based session that will employ participant exercises to highlight key takeaways.”
     
  • AUXAIR 102 “The Drone Program”
    This class introduces the participation in the Coast Guard Short-Range Unmanned Aircraft Systems (SR-UAS) program, also called the “The Drone Program.” We are providing a close look into Applicability, Auxiliary Participation, Acceptance in Program and Prerequisites.
     
  • Annual TCO Workshop
    This annual workshop is required of those currently holding Telecommunications Operator (TCO), or in training for TCO qualification.
     
  • Working with the Active Duty
    Overview of working with the Active Duty and how to bridge the gap.
     
  • Meet the Director of Auxiliary (DIRAUX) Team
    Take this opportunity to come and meet your DIRAUX Team. Great opportunity to hear about the year ahead of us and ask your questions of interest.