Welcome to the Flotilla 39-6, District 9WR Web Site
Our Mission:
The Coast Guard Auxiliary is a life-saving organization dedicated to safeguarding the boating public. In addition to supporting the non-military missions of the active-duty Coast Guard, the Auxiliary provides boating safety classes and complimentary safety checks on vessels. Our flotilla is fortunate to have a core of instructors who are highly trained and skilled in the best maritime practices.
2025 Safe Boating Classes:
Flotilla Staff Officer Dan O’Connell (FSO-PE) is available to answer questions about our educational programs. Dan may be reached at (847).920.6875 or via email at [email protected].
Upcoming 2025 BoatAmerica Courses:
The flotilla's upcoming PE classes include:
At our Skokie Flotilla Spaces (All Boat America course):
Saturday, June 7
Saturday, August 2
At NTX (New Trier Extension in Northfield):
Boat America:
M-W, 6/30 - 7/9
Weather and Boating:
Tu 7/8
Vessel Safety Checks:
Our staff of vessel examiners provides complimentary safety checks for boaters who dock in the northern suburbs of Chicago and at the major Chicago harbors.
2025 VE Blitz Schedule
Jun 7 Montrose Blitz Montrose Harbor, Chicago
Jun 21 Belmont Blitz Belmont Harbor, Chicago
Jun 28 Diversey Blitz Diversey Harbor, Chicago
To inquire about a free safety check for your boat, please contact Staff Officer Marc Pullman (FSO-VE) at 312.933-1740 or via email at [email protected].
Membership:
Auxiliary membership offers great opportunities to interact with and assist the boating public. We offer a variety of activities include serving on a rescue boat, teaching safe practices, and examining recreational boats for safety. Information about membership is available by contacting Staff Officer John Lenhard (FSO-HR) at [email protected].
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