What is the Coast Guard doing in Arizona?

The Coast Guard is responsible for all navigable waterways in the United States. Unfortunately, the Coast Guard does not have the resources--human or material--to cover the rivers and lakes of Arizona. Therefore the active duty Coast Guard relies on the Coast Guard Auxiliary to handle missions in Arizona. The volunteers of Division 10 patrol the Salt River Lakes (Roosevelt, Apache (rarely), Canyon, and Saguaro; the Verde River lakes (Pleasant and Bartlett), and The Colorado River and its associated lakes (especially Powell).

What kind of "missions" do you do?

We have many missions to help further the goals of the United States of America and the U.S. Coast Guard.

Safety Patrols

Search and Rescue

Port and Marina Security

Marine Safety and Environmental Protection

Vessel Examinations

Marine Dealer Liaisons

Public Education (Boating Safety Courses)

Public Affairs

Legislative Outreach

...and several others.

How do I join?

Contact our Personnel Services Officer and ask her to put you in contact with the Flotilla nearest you.