1. Please read the attached ALCOAST 139/26 which recently announced the FY26 USCG Incident Command System (ICS) Certification Board’s results from its convening April 13-17, 2026. The Certification Board was established in 2011 to recommend Coast Guard personnel who have demonstrated ICS expertise and proficiency at the highest levels for certification. As Type 1 ICS […]
1. At the 2026 Auxiliary National Training Meeting (NTRAIN) held in St. Louis, Missouri in March, two recommendations were placed before the National Board. They are copied below along with the Chief Director’s final actions. a. Subject: Amendments to Unit Standing Rules (1) Recommendation: Assistant National Commodore (Chief Counsel) Bruce Kelton recommended that amendments be made to […]
Ref: (a) ALAUX 014/26 of 09 Mar 2026 (b) National Commodore L2 of 13 Mar 2026 1. This ALAUX cancels references (a) and (b) and serves as a reminder to continue to be mindful of individual security posture and situational awareness at the workplace, home, special events, large gatherings, and while traveling […]
1. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding lapse has concluded, and the FEMA Independent Study (IS) online system is fully active and accessible. This ALAUX serves as the official notification that the temporary waiver authorized in ALAUX 018/26 is now concluded. 2. Auxiliarists who were granted provisional waivers for qualifications or leadership positions in AUXDATA II […]
1. I am pleased to announce National Commodore Mary Kirkwood’s selection of the Northeast District – Southern Region’s Flotilla 10-13 (Wyckoff, NJ Flotilla) as the 2025 Auxiliary Flotilla of the Year. This prestigious award is a testament to the flotilla’s outstanding dedication, professionalism, and service. 2. Flotilla 10-13 demonstrated exceptional commitment to Auxiliary missions, particularly […]
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FOURTH QUARTER 2025 AVAILABLE ONLINE NOW! The A-Directorate Publications Team is excited to bring you the newest issue of The Auxiliarist! This quarter’s theme is a review of 2025 and a highlight of some of the top stories from around the country. Enjoy our newest issue now available on DVIDS!! Just click on the link at […]
Click here to view/ download Great across-the-District news, information, updates, profiles, photos, and more. As always, photos, articles and ideas for Topside are always welcome. Contents• Messages from EXCOM • Help Needed• Info From Logistics Directorate – Culinary Assistants – Human Resources – Information Services – Publications• Info from Around the District• Readiness: The Emergency Management Directorate• 2025 Year in […]
April 2026 Shipmates, Welcome to the April 2026 edition of the Lighthouse Memo! Below are key updates, reminders, and resources from the Public Education Directorate designed to support your work and strengthen our collective outreach. Please review and share this information with your local Public Education (PE) teams. Golden Key and Lighthouse Awards To recognize lead instructors […]
To All Auxiliarists: The new Auxiliary Safety Program publication, “Safety Currents” is now available! Just click the link to read it. This first issue is packed full of great safety information including articles like these: There’s something in this issue for every member. It’s educational, informative, entertaining and inspirational. Most of all, it’s free! So, click on this link and […]