Commodore’s Posts
Congratulations to Robert Carew – Recipient of the National COMO Charles S. Greanoff Inspirational Leadership Award
20 May 2025 I am proud to share that Robert Carew of Flotilla 13-02 has been selected as the 2025 recipient of the National COMO Charles S. Greanoff Inspirational Leadership Award, one of the highest honors bestowed upon an Auxiliarist by our national organization. This prestigious award recognizes […]
National Safe Boating Week & Wear Your Life Jacket at Work Day
15 May 2025 National Safe Boating Week (NSBW) runs from Saturday, May 17 through Friday, May 23, 2025, and is a key opportunity for us to advance our mission of promoting recreational boating safety throughout our district. As members of the Coast Guard Auxiliary, we serve as the visible […]
Election Eligibility Requirements for 2025
8 May 2025 Election season will be here before we know it. If you are considering running for elected office this year, now is the time to confirm your eligibility and complete any required training. As announced in ALAUX 013/24, any member seeking election to a leadership position […]
Exemplary Service in Action: Bravo Zulu to the Sarasota Bay Incident Response Team
29 April 2025 On Monday, April 28th, at approximately 1149 hours, the crews of Auxiliary vessels 82090 and 84658, along with our telecommunications operators supporting Station Cortez, answered the call during a life-threatening emergency in Sarasota Bay. While conducting telecommunications operations and a two-boat QE patrol, they responded immediately […]
District 7 Mary Larsen Award Winner and National Maxim Award Submission
24 April 2025 I am delighted to announce that Dan McIntyre, Flotilla 17-6, has been selected as the 2025 recipient of the District 7 Commodore Mary Larsen Award for Excellence in Education. Dan’s four-decade record of service, 42 years in the Coast Guard and Reserve, followed by tireless leadership […]
Honoring Your Service During National Volunteer Month
1 April 2025 April marks National Volunteer Month, and there is no better time to recognize and celebrate the extraordinary contributions you make as members of the Coast Guard Auxiliary. District 7 thrives because of your unmatched spirit of volunteerism. You give generously of your time, your talents, […]
District 7 Auxiliarist of the Year
30 March 2025 It is with great pride and sincere appreciation that we announce that Christopher Juall of Flotilla 84 has been selected as the District 7 Auxiliarist of the Year for 2024! This recognition comes as a testament to his unwavering dedication, exceptional leadership, and enduring commitment to […]
District 7 Flotilla of the Year
19 March 2025 I am thrilled to announce that Flotilla 17-06 has been selected as the District 7 Flotilla of the Year and has been submitted as a candidate for the National Flotilla of the Year award. Flotilla 17-06 has set the standard for excellence with their top-tier […]
Respecting the Chain of Leadership and Management
7 February 2025 As members of District 7, we each play a crucial role in supporting our mission to promote boating safety, assist our Coast Guard partners, and engage with our communities. To ensure we operate effectively and maintain the integrity of our work, it is essential that we respect […]