BOAT AMERICA
A Course on Responsible Boating

 In-Person class at the Flotilla 59 building on Saturday January 18th. 8am-5pm.  Classes start at at 8am sharp so please be a few minutes early to prepare and familiarize yourself with the facility.  The cost of the class is $35 per person.

This beginner boating class will give you the knowledge needed to obtain a boat license or safety certification in many States.

  Pre-registration is encouraged to reserve your place. To preregister go to the PayPal Registration below and select About Boating Safely. Include your contact information and the names of the family members that will be attending.

 Something Special for Students ages 12-21
Attend for FREE, courtesy of a generous donation from the AUSTINBLU Foundation.
Plus, one accompanying parent can join for FREE too!
A Parent must accompany any student under age 18.

 CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR A FREE CLASS IF YOU'RE 12-21 YRS OLD

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Payment Options

1 IN PERSON STUDENT $35.00 USD 2 IN PERSON STUDENTS $70.00 USD 3 IN PERSON STUDENTS $105.00 USD 4 IN PERSON STUDENTS $140.00 USD

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U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Selects Flotilla 59, Stuart, as National Flotilla of the Year!

By: Hank Cushard / District 7 Auxiliary Public Affairs

STUART- U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 59, Stuart, has been selected as the National Flotilla of the Year (FOTY). This award annually recognizes the most exemplary auxiliary flotilla in the nation. With over 800 flotillas in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, and the US Virgin Islands, this is truly an honor for the 55 plus members of Flotilla 59. The award embodies the spirit of the U.S. Coast Guard’s uniformed volunteer component for its service and support to the local community and in particular the Treasure Coast.

In promoting and improving Recreational Boating Safety, offering virtual public education, vessel safety exams, and community outreach, in times of a pandemic did not go unnoticed by the National Auxiliary. These significant accomplishments in addition to providing a diverse array of specialized skills and trained crews, for the U.S. Coast Guard’s many missions on the water and in the air were also seen as even more reasons to present this award to Flotilla 59.

Since 1942, their members once patrolled the beaches of Hutchinson Island looking for enemy submarines, the USCG Auxiliary Flotilla 59, has been offering safe boating courses and recreational boating support ever since.

U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 59, Stuart, is located at 3443 SE St. Lucie Boulevard in Sandsprit Park and has been serving the Treasure Coast for over 80 years.

They are always looking for shipmates. If you are interested in exploring a role with this dedicated group of volunteers, check out their website, www.cgaux59.org or e-mail [email protected] or call 772-288-0509.

Semper Paratus!

 

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Are you interested in joining the US Coast Guard Auxiliary?

 

CLICK HERE

 

 

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2021 Get Home Tonight Campaign   In 2015 Flotilla 59 launched the Get Home Tonight campaign to encourage boaters to be Safe on the water and Prepared for all emergencies. Safety begins with boater education by completing a boating safety or skills course.  Preparedness begins with an annual Vessel Safety Check for your boat. Become a safer boat owner by taking a course and having your boat inspected.

Vessel Safety Check    A courtesy examination of your boat (Vessel) to verify the presence and condition of the Safety Equipment required by State and Federal regulations.   US Coast Guard Auxiliary Examiners    Trained specialist that will make recommendations and discuss safety issues that will make you a safer boater. To schedule an examination please e-mail your name and a contact number to:  [email protected]  or call 772-288-0509.