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FC George Heesh administered the pledge to Barry Weissman as The newly appointed FSO-HR.

FC George Heesh awards Brad Haldeman a Certificate of Appreciation for his participation in the 2024 National Safe Boating Week.

 Richard Price was awarded a Century Club Award for 2023.  This award is given to any Auxiliarist who performs a combination of Vessel Safety Checks and Program Visits for a given year totaling 100 or more.

Additional Award Presentations

 Frank Favaloro and Jack Gallagher were elevated to Basically Qualified (BQ) status.

Barry Weissman was awarded a Certificate of Appreciation for his participation in 2024 National Safe Boating Week.

Roy Zimmerman was awarded a Certificate of Appreciation for his participation in 2024 National Safe Boating Week.  He also was awarded a Certificate of Appreciation for his service as the flotilla's FSO-PE.

Brad Haldeman achieved his Instructor Qualification and was awarded with a Certificate, medal, and ribbon.

During Bob's tenure as an Auxiliarist, Bob qualified as Boat Crew Member, Vessel Examiner, Program Visitor, ATON Verifier, and Instructor. Bob also filled the roll at Division 12 as SO-IS and was instrumental in aiding all of us during the successful transition to AUXDAT II online and in keeping us straight putting our activities and time in Auxdata. Bob also filled the role as VFC, FSO-IS, PB, MT and was awarded various Commendations and Award ribbons for his faithful service and duties to the USCG Auxiliary! 

 Bob "Job Well Done" -  BRAVO ZULU!

 Honoring Bob's retirement are Steve Straneva, Ralph Carotenuto, Richard Price and John Craig.

 Members from Division 12 at the Polar Plunge in Rehoboth Beach provided support for the over 4,000 plungers.

January 2025 Flotilla 12-09 Awards Presented 

Dave Kressler achieved AUXOP status.

Vice Flotilla Commander Michael Golden presents Brad Haldeman and Barry Levy their instructor qualification certificate. 

Vice Flotilla Commander Michael Golden presents

The following members were awarded a Coast Guard Unit Commendation in celebration of the USCG Auxiliary's 85th anniversary (first and subsequent awards): 

Brad Haldeman, Barry Weissman, Barry Levy, Bill Lobecker, Rick Heilman, John Krempa, George Heesh, Mike Golden, Frank Manning, Ralph Carotenuto, Mike Maguire, John Craig, Roy Zimmerman, and Jay Price.

More than 45 U.S. Coast Guard Auxillary members and their families gathered for their annual Change of Watch ceremony at the Cripple Creek Country Club in Ocean View, DE.

George Heesh accepts the role of Flotilla 12-09 Commander and Mike Golden accepts the role of Vice Commander for 2025.

USCG Auxiliary Flotilla 12-09 attended the 2025 Millville Fire Company Outdoor Show. Visitors that stopped by the booth discussed vessel safety checks, attending upcoming save boating courses and becoming a USCG Auxiliary member.

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On November 12th, VFC George Heesh presented a Membership Service Award to Kevin Copley, FSO-CM.  Kevin earned the award for 5 years of dedicated service to the USCG Auxiliary.

On November 12th, VFC George Heesh administered the USCG Auxiliary Membership Oath to Frank Favaloro.  Frank becomes Flotilla 12-09's newest member.

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 Members of Flotilla 12-09 Receive Vessel Examiner Certification.

Two members of Flotilla 12-09 recently received their Vessel Examiner Certification.  During the Flotilla's September meeting, Barry Levy and William Lobecker were presented their certificates, medals, and ribbons by Vice Flotilla Commander (and VE staff officer) George Heesh.

The Vessel Examiner program was established by the Auxiliary to further enhance Recreational Boating Safety (RBS) by offering free-of-charge vessel safety exams to civilian recreational boaters.  Qualifying for the program requires the trainee to pass a number of training courses, and then inspect five vessels under the supervision of a certified vessel examiner.

     Receiving their awards from VFC George Heesh are Barry Levy (top), and William Lobecker.

Congratulations to our newest vessel examiners!

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Members of Flotilla 12-09 Participate in a Swim Test as part of Boat Crew Training.

 Boat crew training continues for members of Flotilla 12-09 as a swim test was recently conducted at a local community pool.  Trainees Barry Levy, Barry Weissman, Dave Kressler, and Jack Gallagher took advantage of fine weather to advance their qualification as Auxiliary Boat Crewmembers.  They will soon be qualified to participate in Auxiliary patrols and to better serve the boating public.  Congratulations for reaching another milestone!

 Flotilla members participating in the swim test include (l-r): Jack Gallagher, Dave Kressler, Barry Levy, and Barry Weissman.

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Members of Flotilla 12-09 Staff a Community Relations Table at the Lewes Farm Market.

On August 3rd, 2024, four members of Flotilla 12-09 staffed a community relations table at the Lewes Farm Market.  Approximately 1000 people were in attendance, and many approached the table to ask questions, seek vessel exams, and generally inquire as to our missions.  Barry Levy, Barry Weissman, Sarah Naar, and Mike Maguire were more than happy to answer any and all questions that were presented.  Many thanks go to them for their participation in this event.

Answering questions and showcasing the Auxiliary's duty uniforms are (l-r) Barry Weissman, Mike Maguire, and Sarah Naar.

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 Members of Division 12 conduct a patrol.

                                      Members of the US Coast Guard Auxiliary's Division 12 are pictured just off of the Lewes Yacht Club during a patrol conducted on June 1, 2024.  At the helm is Coxswain Jim Stelene of Flotilla 12-02.  Crewmembers pictured are Mike Maguire (left), Immediate Past Flotilla Commander of Flotilla 12-09; and Roy Zimmerman, Division 12 Commander.   

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