District 13, Division 4, Flotilla 48 serves North Kitsap communities and Bainbridge Island

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U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 48 serves North Kitsap communities and Bainbridge Island. This non-military, all volunteer civilian organization serves the needs of the boating public in the areas of public education, vessel safety checks, and on-water patrols. Flotilla 48 meets at the Bainbridge Island Senior Center Commons the 1st Tuesday of each month at 7:00pm. The address is 402 Brien Dr. SE which is between the Town & Country store and Waterfront Park. The public is invited to attend and new members are always welcome. Need driving directions?

For more information about the Coast Guard Auxiliary, you are invited to visit the Division 4, District 13, or the National websites. To find a flotilla near you, you may use the Flotilla Finder.

Public Education

The Auxiliary teaches many boating courses open to recreational boaters of all ages.   Our flotilla teaches the America's Boating Course which is also available for home study. Boating Safely for kids is available upon request. Other flotilla's offer more courses too. Visit our neighbor flotilla's or our Division website.

A complete Auxiliary course list and descriptions can be found by clicking here.

Vessel Safety Checks

The Vessel Examination program evolved into the well known Vessel Safety Check (VSC). We provide free examinations to any recreational boater. The VSCs help boaters ensure their craft complies with Federal regulations. Request a free VSC.

For more information visit the Vessel Safety Check program website, www.safetyseal.net.

Boat Operations

Our flotilla operates safety and regatta patrols on the water which is an integral part of the Coast Guard Search and Rescue team. Auxiliarists also stand communication watches, assist during mobilization exercises, perform harbor and pollution patrols, provide platforms for unarmed boarding parties. Under orders from the Coast Guard, Auxiliary boats are used and expenses are paid for by the Coast Guard.

Contact us if you ...

have some time enjoy learning want to be a safer boater want to share your boating knowledge with others are at least 17 yrs old and a US citizen like to have FUN

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