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Welcome to the Flotilla 7-4, District 7 Web Site

Flotilla 74 is small unit of Division 7 of Southeast District (formerly known as District 7). Southeast District covers Florida, North to South Carolina and most of Georgia, and South to Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Flotilla 74 unit is located in heart of Brandon, FL and has supporting members from residing in 40 mile radius of the Brandon, Florida, area. We are a growing group of boating enthusiasts of all ages and walks of life. Some of us own boats, others do not. Some of us have many years of experience, others are just beginning the adventure.

We also greatly value fellowship and have a variety of social events throughout the year, from Christmas parties to boating BBQs on an island near the mouth of the Alafia River.

We volunteer our time and resources according to our interests and availability. We promote the Coast Guard and its missions primarily the Coast Guard's Recreational Boating Safety Mission in the Tampa Bay area and in all its local missions except law enforcement and military operations.

We were established by Congress in 1939 under title 14, §§ 23 of the U.S. Code, the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary is Semper Paratus (Always Ready). We invite you to explore our site and learn more about who we are and what we do to be "Semper Paratus."

The Auxiliary operates in:

  • Safety and Security Patrols

  • Search and Rescue

  • Mass Casualty or Disasters

  • Pollution Response & Patrols

  • Homeland Security

  • Recreational Boating Safety

  • Commercial Fishing and Vessel Exams

  • Platforms for Boarding Parties

  • Recruit for all service in the Coast Guard

In addition to the above, the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary operates in any mission as directed by the Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard or Secretary of Homeland Security.

Our Mission

  • To promote and improve Recreational Boating Safety

  • To provide trained crews and facilities to augment the Coast Guard and enhance safety and security of our ports, waterways, and coastal regions

  • To support Coast Guard operational, administrative, and logistical Requirements 

If you're a United States citizen, 17 years of age or older you can become a member! Applicants complete a short Orientation and Entry Training Program. Once this is completed, you'll have the opportunity to gain additional boating knowledge, skills and qualifications by participating in free training programs. The opportunity to increase knowledge and skills through training and experience with the Coast Guard and Auxiliary is a primary reason many people join the Auxiliary. Training programs range from simple in-flotilla lessons through advanced specialty courses and programs. Qualified members enthusiastically share their knowledge, experience, expertise, and time in helping fellow members learn and advance. If you'd like to inquire about joining, contact our Human Resources Officer.

History of Flotilla 74! Know the history of our unit, Check out our History of Flotilla 74 page. 

Insights! For more insights of Flotilla 74, Check out our Press Release page.

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