The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary has been in existence for 68 years. The Auxiliary is a voluntary support team of the Coast Guard and assists the Coast Guard in all non military or police activity. Because most of the readers of this blog are ham radio operators or those who are interested in becoming ham radio operators it might stand to reason that many of the readers are like me; more interested in radio communications then in boating.
I joined the CG Auxiliary last year because they are looking for radio operators to assist in Coast Guard communications. A ham radio license is not required to join the USCG Auxiliary or to participate in the radio communications program but it is a natural fit. After saying that it would seem almost unnecessary to say but to avoid any confusion I am going to say it, class of license does not matter, all hams are welcome.
To promote this endeavor there will be a special evens day commemorating the 68 years of the Auxiliary’s service in saving lives. There will special event 1X1 stations operating such as K3G, N4C, and W8E. QSL will be sent is a S.A.S.E. is supplied. For more information go to: http://cgaux7.org/articles_dso-cm.asp
(If there are any questions or comments I will not be able to respond until after October 3 because I will be out of town.)
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