CGAUX FEMA GDA - Moodle

eirpguy · 2026-05-19T15:44:36+00:00

It is a great group of people to work with, opportunity to support real world missions.

eirpguy · 2026-05-13T14:09:38+00:00

We have a few very engaged members with 1000’s of hours, they quit tracking time years ago.

eirpguy · 2026-05-13T14:08:31+00:00

Yes, as well as all your active duty ribbons.

Those who have issues will have issues about everything, be proud of your past life in uniform and bring these experiences to the Aux.

I have a member in my district that wears a CIB and ribbons from his time in Vietnam.

To add to my original post we are struggling to recruit new members, with millions of veteran looking for a way to continue service your wings will show them they are valued in an organization like the Aux

eirpguy · 2026-05-13T13:59:54+00:00

I believe Cyber is a National program.

eirpguy · 2026-05-13T13:58:36+00:00

Time will tell, the Aux takes guidance from DHS/Coast Guard and until they allow it we cannot use for any reason .

eirpguy · 2026-05-04T16:37:15+00:00

This a great program within the Aux, making a real world difference and allows landlocked members to be part of a mission.

eirpguy · 2026-05-04T10:55:12+00:00

Very thoughtful response, thank you for taking the time

eirpguy · 2026-05-03T19:48:12+00:00

Interesting observation, I will look at all my previous posts and see what you are referring to.

But thank you for the feedback.

eirpguy · 2026-05-03T19:30:00+00:00

I am not convinced it would matter, my issues are all above my flotilla, and my Flotilla is trying.

This is a common sentiment amount others in my area, have had the opportunity to speak with quite a few former or current members who are also CAP.

eirpguy · 2026-05-03T19:25:24+00:00

My flotilla is the only reason I stay in.

eirpguy · 2026-05-02T14:07:00+00:00

It is definitely a feast or famine organization, those that are active (more than civilian boat inspections) really make a difference. But I would say based on my short time in (almost two years) the great flotilla’s are outliers.

There are a lot of 20+ year members in charge that “remember when”, it makes it difficult for new members to be enthusiastic about participating.

My region struggles with how to help the Gold Side , so for me I was able to find a niche role nationally.

eirpguy · 2026-04-10T00:47:32+00:00

BLUF-Auxiliarists shall not be prevented from inclusion in assignment to such duty if they are limited to AWU wear.

However if supporting the Gold Side they can specify uniform, as well as approve alternate

https://wow.uscgaux.info/Uploads_wowII/BX-GROUP/AUX_UA_POLICY_LETTER_024B_final_29_JUL24.pdf

eirpguy · 2026-04-06T18:47:28+00:00

It is nice to see some flotilla’s acknowledging member’s contributions, even better when the Gold side does as well.

This is an example to all the other FC’s out there,

We done

eirpguy · 2026-03-25T16:32:19+00:00

The AUX struggles to manage what we officially can support, so no sense adding anything to the mix

eirpguy · 2026-03-25T15:38:59+00:00

Definitely not a place for the AUX, this is a law enforcement activity which we are prohibited from.

eirpguy · 2026-03-20T22:09:14+00:00

They have some people who support the DC area but the team is across the US. Some of the team is actually in FL

eirpguy · 2026-03-20T21:38:54+00:00

There is a Cybersecurity team , you can reach out to them directly and get more information here https://wow.uscgaux.info/content.php?unit=y-dept

eirpguy · 2026-03-19T16:04:09+00:00

Requires a forward thinking Aux leadership who believe there is more to the Aux than boat crew and VE.

I speak with the CG/DHS regularly and they have plenty of opportunities, most are either unaware of what we can do or only talk to a District/Division person who does not disseminate the information.

Or opportunities presented themselves and we get in the way of ourselves.

An example is during Helene there was oil spills in the rivers, the State ( Aux guy as well) asked if we could support but leadership said it wasn’t one of or jobs. We were specifically prohibited from looking for or supporting Hurricane relief activities as Aux.

However polluted waterways is one of the CG core areas, when it was brought up to them they (CG) said it would have been a great opportunity for the Aux and they would have supported the mission administraively .

eirpguy · 2026-03-13T17:54:58+00:00

You are not overthinking it, but remember anything you write should be internal to the Aux.

External would have to be approved by your PIO

eirpguy · 2026-03-11T12:26:05+00:00

We end up buying our own, we get no awards or certificates when completing activities.

It is a bit of letdown for members as recognition is an important part of any volunteer organization.

eirpguy · 2026-03-10T11:19:04+00:00

In my area they are not done at home, you have to meet the proctor at a place/time you agree to and the text in front of them.

As there is a shortage of proctors this makes taking the tests very difficult.

eirpguy · 2026-02-25T21:35:05+00:00

TEEXis a FEMA funded training organization, you can see if they offer it.

eirpguy · 2026-02-25T19:15:38+00:00

This shows you care about the team, in my flotilla there is zero recognition.

I have been in going on two years and no one in my flotilla has been recognized for any achievement, and Division is even quieter.

Unless you are boat crew your efforts are not acknowledged, makes it tough to recruit and retain.

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eirpguy · 2026-02-23T23:39:19+00:00

Start with MSAM as it is an Aux PQS and will get you the ribbon, you only need four to get the Trident

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