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Welcome to the Flotilla 3-3, District 13 Web Site

Welcome to Flotilla 130-03-03 Tacoma's Official Website

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Serving the Nation and Local Community  since 1964

Reach us through email at [email protected] 

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 operate under the direct authority of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security via the Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard, the Auxiliary's internally operating levels are broken down into four organizational levels: Flotilla, Division, District and National.

 The Auxiliary operates in areas including, but not limited to: 
  • Safety and Security Patrols
  • Search and Rescue
  • Mass Casualty of Disaster Relief
  • Pollution Response
  • Homeland Security
  • Recreational Boating Safety
  • Commercial Fishing and Vessels Examination
  • Culinary Arts
  • Recruiting Services in the Coast Guard
  • Any mission as directed by the Commandant of the US Coast Guard or Secretary of Homeland Security

Flotilla 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 out ports, waterways and coastal regions, to support Coast Guard operational, administrative and logistical requirements.  

Flotilla Vision: To be the preeminent source for boating safety, education, and mission support to the South Sound while providing training and educational opportunities to members that enhance our ability to support the mission and improve operational skills.

Flotilla Membership: 

We accept applications from anyone that meets the following criteria:
1. U.S. Citizen

2. At least 17 and a half years old (no upper age limit)
3. Be able to pass a background check

There are no physical requirements or physical fitness tests or limitations.  Prior military or boating experience is not required, nor do you have to own a vessel to qualify for membership.  In fact, we have numerous opportunities for service that don't require any proximity to the water at all. Any Auxiliarist, regardless of physical limitations, may participate in training to achieve certification in a non operational or operational position.