The documents below are of official position of the U.S. Coast Guard

• Education Requirements, Proficiency Standards, & Licensing Requirements for Operators of Recreational Boats

• Life Jacket Wear (PFD)  

• Boating Under the Influence (B.U.I.)

• Personal Watercraft (PWC)  

• Download all "Official Positions"

The list below is of all U.S. States and Territories covered by the above. Click on your State or Territories for more information.

"The mission of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary is to contribute to the safety and security of our citizens, ports, waterways, and coastal regions, as directed by the United States Coast Guard. We will balance our missions in Recreational Boating Safety, Coast Guard Support with Maritime Homeland Security and other challenges that emerge as a result of our growing understanding of changes required in the post-'9/11' era"

-Steve Budar

National Commodore