Lower
Manhattan Flotilla
United States Coast Guard Auxiliary
United States Department of Homeland Security
The United
States Coast Guard Auxiliary was created in 1939 by act of Congress as the civilian
volunteer component of the United States Coast Guard. Its mission supports and augments the work of the
Coast Guard.
With over 30,000
members, the USCGAUX is the largest volunteer organization within the U.S. Department
of Homeland Security.
Boating and nonboating adults are encouraged to join.
Membership is open to all adult citizens of the United States and its territories
age 17 and up.
The Lower Manhattan Flotilla (Division 5/Flotilla 53) is an active participant in a variety of non-law enforcement and non-military
programs. Search and rescue missions, harbor patrol, air operations and boating safety are just a few of the areas open to
qualified volunteers. Training is provided.
Click here for URGENT NEWS.
Click here for info about MEMBER TRAINING.
Flotilla 53 meets every month at the USCG Battery Park building at the foot of Manhattan
near the Staten Island Ferry.
George Engel, Flotilla Commander
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