This document provides information about the USCGC Munro, a National Security Cutter homeported in Alameda, CA. It discusses the ship's commissioning in Seattle and rescue of stranded boaters, introduces assistant navigator Ensign Lee Vincent, and describes the Munro's capabilities and role in the Coast Guard's missions. It also provides background on the ship's namesake, Douglas Munro, the sole Coast Guard Medal of Honor recipient.

1. Bravo Zulu
Flotilla 17, Point Bonita District 11NR-Division 1
United States Coast Guard Auxiliary
Point Bonita Light House and waves breaking on rocks –San Francisco Bay, Photo: Roger Bazeley FSO-PA
QUARTERLY NEWS
3rd
Quarter 2017
Flotilla 1-7

2. Table of Contents
Staff and Contributors
Editors: Bravo Zulu 2017 Q3
FSO Public Affairs – Roger Bazeley
FSO Publications – Cynthia Dragon
Creative Staff: Design, Layout
Roger Bazeley – FSO-PA, Photographer,
Publication Designer and Layout
Advisory Staff Officers:
Commander William Burns, 2017 FC
Robin Stewart, 2017 FSO-SR,
Asst. Editor/Proof Reader
Article Contributors Q3:
Roger Bazeley FSO-PA
Mikiko Bazeley (Daughter)
Arlene & Glenn Huber, Global Cruising
Vivian Matuk CA Boating – Dockwalkers
National Commodore Richard Washburn
Photography Contributors Q3:
Roger Bazeley FSO-PA, Photographer
Gail Giacomini DSO-PA D11N
Cynthia Dragon FSO-PA F1-7
Glenn Huber F1-7 Sailing Correspondent
Arlene Huber F1-7 Travel Correspondent
National Park Service photo archives
USCG Photo and Historic Achieves –
USCGC MUNRO
Articles + Content
FYI: Point Bonita Light House: History
HAPPY 227th
BIRTHDAY USCG -Alameda
By Roger Bazeley
USCGC MUNRO - Homeport Alameda, CA
By Roger Bazeley BA-NAVEX
Sailing in Other Waters – “Catching up:
Grenada Boat Storage to Rhode Island” By
Arlene Huber & Glenn Huber + Photos
PUBLIC OUTREACH – RBS/PA
PUBLIC AFFAIRS OUTREACH –
Japan Coast Guard – JCG KOJIMA SF VISIT
MEMBERS DECK– FYI-Boating Card
FELLOWSHIP – 50th
PCA Fair, Training
CALENDAR – Events Schedule
MEMBER TRAINING –PA C-School
TEAM COAST GUARD – Valor Games
West 2017, Alameda CA D11N
MEMBER of the QUARTER
NEW MEMBERS 2017
ETHOS – Leadership & Policy
National Commodore Richard Washburn
ETHOS – Duty, Honor, Service, 911: By
Roger and Mikiko Bazeley (Nov. 11, 2009)
COVER: Bravo Zulu 2017 Q3
Point Bonita Day Light, Photo: Roger Bazeley

3. FYI: POINT BONITA LIGHTHOUSE: History Notes
Tower Information
Tower Height: 33.00'
Focal Plane: 140'
Active Aid to Navigation
Latitude: 37.81559 N
Longitude:-122.52950 W
National Park Service Historic Achieves – Photos and Historic Documentation
With the discovery of gold in 1848, California and the world changed forever. San Francisco
became the main port for gold seekers from around the globe. To lead the new settlers and
explorers safely through the dangerous waters of the Bay entrance, a system of lighthouses
developed. Alcatraz’s light showed the way for ships directly in front of the Golden Gate and
Fort Point’s lighthouse marked the southern edge of San Francisco Bay, but another lighthouse
was needed north of the Golden Gate to make the entrance recognizable for ships sailing up the
coast from the south. That lighthouse site became Point Bonita.
Point Bonita Lighthouse, the third lighthouse on the West Coast, was completed in 1855. Built
upon a high ridge 300 feet above the water, there were soon complaints that thick fog frequently
obscured the light beam. A new site at a lower elevation was chosen nearby at the tip of Point
Bonita. Unstable rock made construction of a hand-hewn tunnel and trail to the site challenging.
A new 3-room brick structure was built to support the upper half of the original lighthouse that
was moved to the new site in 1877.
Left: Point Reyes Lighthouse-Marin, Point Bonita Lighthouse at Sunset from Baker’s Beach,
Photos: Roger Bazeley

4. Happy 227th Birthday United States Coast Guard!
USCGC Stratton, Alameda and COW – USCGC Alameda, PHOTO: Roger Bazeley
Day of Community Celebration at USCG Alameda, CA
Report and Photos by Roger Bazeley, FSO-PA D11N
The Coast Guard celebrates its 227th birthday August 4th. The Coast Guard is one of America's
five armed forces and traces its founding to Aug. 4, 1790, when the first Congress authorized the
construction of 10 vessels to enforce tariff and trade laws, prevent smuggling, and protect the
collection of federal revenue. Responsibilities added over the years included humanitarian duties
such as aiding mariners in distress.
The service received its present name in 1915 when the Revenue Cutter Service merged with the
U.S. Life-Saving Service to form a single maritime service dedicated to the safety of life at sea
and enforcing the nation's maritime laws. The Coast Guard is a multi-mission, maritime, military
service and the smallest of the five Armed Services. Its mission is to protect the public, the
environment and U.S. economic interests in the nation's waterways, along the coast, on
international waters, or in any maritime region as required supporting national security.

5. Members of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, and other USCG supporting community
organizations volunteered on USCG Base Alameda to celebrate ‘Coast Guard Day’, as it is
traditionally called. The Coast Guard Auxiliary continues its tradition of volunteerism in
supporting the annual event for creating a day of appreciation, vendor/community booths and
entertainment that could have the widest positive impact on as many locally based Coast Guard
members and families, as possible. The celebration of “Coast Guard Day” with picnic’s and
events like the one at USCG Base Alameda was one of over 180 supported events across the
country funded and volunteered at by vendors, the USCG Auxiliary, USCG, and organizations
like the Coast Guard Foundation.
The Coast Guard Auxiliary Public Affairs Roger Bazeley FSO-PA F17 D11N joined in the Coast
Guard birthday festivities on Coast Guard Island that was held on Friday, August 4th
, 2017,
photographing and participating in the 10:00-1400 event. In past USCG Day Events a manned
Auxiliary exhibit was set-up with youth and children's drawing/art educational activities related
to environmental clean-up and recognition of harmful discarded items. There were take home
drawings/illustrations and some sea creature stamps for those participants trying to guess how
long with different discarded trash items it takes to decay/degrade. The participatory interaction
revolved around discussing out various missions and tasking to accomplish a successful
community beach and shore clean-up. We hope to continue the Auxiliary tradition of
participation in future USCG Events.
The Coast Guard Day agenda included a performance by various bands, a welcome from base
commander –USCG, and opening remarks from Vice Admiral Midget-USCG Alameda. There
were many interesting activities and competitive activities from a live band, archery, a petting
zoo, bungee acrobatics, to rock wall climbing and repelling towers.

6. Including the numerous activities and food vendors there were presentations and demonstrations
from various bay area USCG units which included; The Pacific Strike Force, the Special on base
explosives K-9 security unit, and a fly in by Air Station San Francisco and their “Bright Orange”
Dauphine Helicopter used in SAR Search and Rescue operations.
USCG Helicopter: USCG Air Station San Francisco flown to USCG Base pad for Exhibit and Outreach
USCG Air Station San Francisco

7. USCG Air Station Pilot Interaction with Community and USCG families--- interior and SAR Equipment
USCG Rowing Team Club Exhibit and Alameda City Police Patrol Car Display Photos: Roger Bazeley
The “Coast Guard Day” celebrates and represents America’s appreciation of the good work the
Coast Guard performs in law enforcement, maritime security and national security. In a
statement recognizing “Coast Guard Day” by, J. Charles Johnson, Secretary of Homeland
Security; “we should all be impressed by the dedication and excellence of the men and women
who occupy the ranks of today's Coast Guard.”

8. U.S.C.G.C. MUNRO 755 Homeports Alameda, CA after Seattle
Commissioning and Rescuing Three “Boaters” in the Pacific Ocean
Roger Bazeley USCGAUX PA, NAVEX BA
ALAMEDA, Calif.—the U.S. Coast Guard’s National Security Cutter, the 418’ USCGC
MUNRO sailed into San Francisco under the fog-misted Golden Gate Bridge to berth at Coast
Guard Island, Alameda, California. The USCGC MUNRO is designed to take on a variety of
diverse multi-operational tasks from humanitarian assistance disaster relief missions to those of
rapid deployment response to search and rescue to that supporting national security and defense.
MUNRO MSL 752, National Security Cutter, U.S.C.G. Base Alameda, CA
PHOTOS: Roger Bazeley, FSO-PA D11N USCGAUX, BA NAVEX
Coast Guard Cutter MUNRO Assistant Navigator, Ensign Lee Vincent who grew up in Mesa,
Arizona and Valencia, California experienced the challenging hazard avoidance navigation task
while departing from the Ingalls Ship Building Facilitates in Mississippi to avoid a channel
hazard on January 29, 2017 which utilized his early interest and passion in navigation. This was
the first of several pre-operational challenges and successful rescue lifesaving incidents on the
inaugural passage through the Panama Canal to Seattle for the Commissioning Ceremony prior
to finally Homeporting at USCG Alameda for 6 months of vessel up-grade modifications.

9. On the passage the USCGC MUNRO came upon boat stranded with eleven migrants picked up
by a sea-going tug and aided in the transfer to the USCG MUNRO for transfer at sea to another
U.S. facility.
Upon exiting the Panama Canal Passage from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean the
USCGC MUNRO found three people in great destress in the water from a sunk powerboat,
“Hanging on to Bails of Contraband-Cocaine” who were in the water for several days, and
miracously still alive. Ensign Lee as ship’s Assistant Navigator helped to guide the USCGC
MUNRO as it executed a “man-overboard maneuver” to rescue the survivors. These activities all
happened before the MUNRO was fully operational, but demonstrates that the USCG is always
trained to the highest standards and always prepared for all contingencies—“Semper Paratus”
always prepared.
This was in Ensign Lee Vincent words part of the routine missions in public safety, SAR search
and rescue missions and drug smuggling interdiction that motivated him to join the U.S. Coast
Guard, as a 2016 graduate of the U.S. Coast Guard academy.
Crew member, Ensign Lee Vincent, Assitant Navigator
Photos: Roger Bazeley USCGAUX PA
Ensign Lee Vincent is currently serving as Assistant Navigation Officer aboard the new USCGC
MUNRO. While at the U.S.C.G. Academy located in New London, Connecticut, he sailed
aboard the historic training tall ship the Eagle, built at Bremen, Germany in the 1930s.
When on his academy third year training ship cruise aboard the USCGC EAGLE he sailed with
the ship for 6 weeks from New London to St. Martin, Arriba, and St. Petersburg Florida---
navigating by the stars with the traditional instruments of navigation, the Sextant and plotting
courses.

10. USCGC EAGLE - September 2008 Festival of Sail San Francisco, Photos: Roger Bazeley
USCGC EAGLE - September 2008 Festival of Sail San Francisco, Photos: Roger Bazeley
When asked how he viewed his future career with the U.S. Coast Guard he replied that he was
very excited about his current mission and duties, and would see how well his career advanced
over next few years of service.
His family is very important to him and supportive of his career choice with the Coast Guard,
and now resides in California. Ensign Vincent was raised in San Francisco with his brother an
EKG Technician with Kaiser. His father is originally from Taiwan and has an engineering
background working on environmental water and solar projects in American Canyon. His mother
recently retired from a career as a Public School teacher in physical science

11. USCGC MUNRO, Alameda, CA Photos: Roger Bazeley
The new U.S.C.G.C. MUNRO, a Legend Class National Security Cutter of 418” LOA is the
sixth commissioned NS cutter with unique long range multi-mission capabilities. The ship’s seal
bears the motto, “Gallantry in Action.” The ship’s aft flight deck can handle on board two
helicopters of the Dauphine and Jayhawk types for air search and rescue operations.
USCGC MUNRO Flight Deck, Crew Daily Briefing, Right: Aft Boat Launch Area
Legend-class NSCs are the flagships of the Coast Guard’s cutter fleet. Designed to replace the
378‐foot Hamilton-class high-endurance cutters that entered service in the 1960s, they are 418
feet long with a 54-foot beam and displace 4,500 tons with a full load. They have a top speed of
28 knots, a range of 12,000 miles, an endurance of 60 days and a crew of 110. NSCs have
automated weapons systems and advanced command and control systems that enhance the Coast
Guard's interoperability with its partners in the Defense and Homeland Security departments.

12. USCGC MUNRO 755 was Commissioned April 1, 2017 at Seattle,
Washington, Homeported at USCG Base Alameda, CA
Seattle as the selected 2017 site of the commissioning of the newest Legend Class High Security
Cutter MUNRO 755 was also the home of Douglas Munro who had been a resident of Cle Elum,
a small town in Washington State. The first USCGC Munro was commissioned on September
27, 1971, at Avondale Shipyard in New Orleans, Louisiana. It was the tenth of twelve 378-foot
(115 m) cutters; she was the first to be named after a Coast Guard hero. The previously
commissioned “Hamilton Class” 378-footers had been named for former secretaries of the
Treasury, a tradition that began in 1830 when a cutter was named for Alexander Hamilton
USCGC MUNRO SHIELD and Vessel Trials Photo, Courtesy USCG and Ingalls Archives
The USCGC Munro is named to honor Signalman First Class Douglas A. Munro, the Coast
Guard’s sole recipient of the Medal of Honor. He was mortally wounded on Sept. 27, 1942,
while evacuating a detachment of Marines on Guadalcanal during the battle with Japanese forces
holding the Pacific Island. Douglas Albert Munro was born in Vancouver, Canada, of American
parents, on 11 October 1919, but spent his entire life previous to his enlistment in South Cle
Elum, Washington. He attended the Central Washington College of Education for a year and left
to enlist in the United States Coast Guard in 1939. He had an outstanding record as an enlisted
man and was promoted rapidly through the various ratings to a signalman, first class. (USCG
Official Achieves Douglas Munro Bio-History.

13. Douglass Munro USCG: Medal of Honor, Official Photo, and Climbing Mast Photo, USCG
USCGC Munro 755 Seattle, Wash. commissioning was attended by dignitaries, USCG members
and public, NLUS supporters, as well as the USCG Commandant Admiral Paul Zukunft, USCG
VADM Fred Midgette, Commander Pacific Area and Defense Force West, Captain Thomas
King, Commanding Officer USCGC Munro, and Ms. Julie Sheehan, ship sponsor. Ceremonial
honors were presented by the USCG Ceremonial Honor Guard, and the National Anthem
performed by the U.S. Navy Northwest Band.
Navy League of the United States Co-Adoption Ceremony of the USCGC MUNRO
(WMSL 755) - June 21, 2017 Enhancing Community Involvement and Support
Lake Merritt Council and Alameda Council, Navy League of the United States and the USCG
District Command sponsored the Co-Adoption Ceremony of the USCGC MUNRO (WMSL 755)
on 21 June 2017 on board USCGC MUNRO at Coast Guard Island, Alameda; CA
USCGC MUNRO Crew in formation on Aft Flight Deck and Honored NLUS Council
Guests – Lake Merritt and Alameda Councils being presented with certificates of ships
adoption by the two councils of Navy League of the United States - Photos: Roger Bazeley

14. The new U.S.C.G.C. MUNRO under the command of Captain King is a vital multi-mission asset
in insuring our national security and interests in maritime safety for maintaing safe and secure
ports, coasts, and drug interdiction along with other diverse search and rescue operations with
it’s new generation of dedicated officers and crew members like Ensign Vincent Lee, Asst.
Navigation Officer.
USCGC MUNRO aft boat launch area UCGC MUNRO Ward Room
Ship’s Communications Area Ship’s Food Galley – Meal Preparation by Chef
The U.S. Coast Guard Team supports the success of key missions and goals for insuring
maritime safety, recreational boating outreach, maritime safety of port faculities inspections,
vessel examinations, as well as response to environmental shipping pollution/spills through rapid
incident response by parterning with the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. The new National Security
Cutter MUNRO and the five others that are operational have proven the investment value in
expanding the capability, crew safety/comfort, and reliability of the Coast Guard’s fleet.

15. Ensign Lee at Underway Fueling Station, Ensign VanDillen at Exterior Bridge Controls
Photos: Roger Bazeley USCGAUX
Bridge Controls and Navigation Bow - 57mmRapid Fire Gun
Photos: Roger Bazeley USCGAUX
Coast Guard’s greatest asset is the dedication of our 50,000 active serving USCG
people who are apart of Team Coast Guard, from enlisted crew members like
Ensign Vincent Lee to our active reservisists, civilian employees, and the
additional invaluable force multiplier of 28,000 volunteers of the U.S. Coast
Guard Auxilary. Team Coast Guard men and women work together to support
maritime safety, recreational boating outreach, and maintaining port security, as
well as insuring environmental quality through prevention, education and rapid
incident response. The Auxilary plays a vital role as a force multiplier in many of
these key missions and events.

16. NEWS from Flotilla Members - Sailing in Other
Waters: Arlene and Glenn
“Catching Up-Grenada to Rhode Island” (Aug-Sept 2017)
By Arlene & Glenn Huber, USCGAUX Flotilla 1-7
“Sailing in the Caribbean - it took over 4 months to get our boat system
operational…” By Glenn and Arlene Huber + Photos
It’s been a few months since I’ve posted. We left our boat on the hard in a boatyard in Grenada
on May 29th and flew to Rhode Island, where I grew up. We stayed with my Mother and sister
Janice who recently moved back from California. My other sister Linda came from California for
the whole month of July, so we were all together under one roof. That hasn’t happened in years.
It was quite nice to be so close, although a few too many women for Glenn. We’ve been very
busy with events and parties and trying to hike a lot because we’re gaining weight from all the
Italian food.
Right: My
sister Janice
and Mom (the
birthday girl)
Right: Glenn
with Sandy,
Nikki & Lexi

17. Tall ship in Boston Harbor
Ladies Regatta
The tall ships came through Boston so we drove up to tour around on them. We
only managed to go on 3 of the dozens of boats that were there. Glenn and I also
went out on a whale-watching trip from Gloucester. The boat easily found the
Humpback’s feeding area where we watched them for hours. We also saw a Minke
whale and a harbor seal pup that was 10 miles offshore. I think he was lost.
My best friend’s daughter got married in Narragansett. The wedding was held
outdoors at a gazebo and the reception was in the backyard of their gorgeous beach
house. 160 guests dined and danced the night away to a fabulous 10-piece band
that had been brought in from NY. No detail was overlooked at this fairytale
wedding.

18. The 4th
of July was celebrated at another friend’s fabulous beach house which is
directly across the street from a long sandy beach. You sit out on the porch and
watch the boats sailing by and the fisherman pulling their lobster pots.
The Ruggleri Clan and the Saint Mary’s Feast and Parade Celebration
One of my favorite events of the summer is always the weekend of the St. Mary’s
feast. Our little neighborhood comes alive with street parties, bands, and carnival
and food fests. Sunday morning begins with a gathering of my relatives before the
parade. My Father had 10 brothers and sisters so the Ruggieri clan is quite large.
Sadly many have passed but the tradition remains.
The parade is small with a few marching bands, etc. and a statue of the blessed
mother, which is carried through the streets as it has been for over 100 years. After
the parade we all convene at my friend Marcia’s house for Bloody Mary’s and
stuffed quahogs. In the afternoon we stop at a couple of other relative’s homes as
the day is meant for visiting with family and sharing great food. At night everyone
brings blankets to the field for a fireworks show. Yet so many people put on their
own backyard pyrotechnics that the walk to and from the field is just as
entertaining.

19. Before the feast we squeezed in a trip up to Maine and had our fill of lobster.
We also sailed to Newport on my cousin’s 38’ Erickson. The water was nice
and flat inside Narragansett Bay, which made for a lovely day on the water.
Although everyday on the water is a lovely day. It makes us really miss the
Caribbean!
Sailing under the Newport Bridge with Anthony
But that only brings us to the end of July. Now we are in
Devon, England visiting Glenn’s family. Stories and pictures
to follow……

20. We covered a lot of miles in August
The first half of August was spent in Devon, England visiting Glenn’s family. We toured around
with them most days and Glenn got to eat a lot of his favorite foods. We loved going to all the
old pubs. Most of them are over 500 years old and have a lot of character.
Left: Glenn’s Mother, Sister and Brother-in-law - Right: Pig & Whistle Pub (circa 1600’s)
We got back just in time to do our laundry and head down to Tennessee for the total eclipse. It
was a 16-hour drive to Marysville, TN but it was worth it to witness TOTALITY. Our friend
Bob, who we met cruising in Culebra earlier in the year, hosted 50+ people for a big BBQ. He
lives right in the path of totality where the total eclipse lasted for well over a minute. It was an
eerie kind of daytime sunset. As it got darker, the cicadas started buzzing as if it was night. We
also got to witness the solar snakes. They are snake-like shadow bands that are visible only at the
very beginning and end of totality. It is very rare to see them, but Bob laid out a big sail so we
could view them. It looked like faint ripples in a swimming pool. The odd thing was that the
bands changed direction when they appeared again as the eclipse was ending.
Viewing Sun Eclipse in Totality! Bob’s Hut-Tubing Little River! Glen, John, Suzie, Bob.

21. After leaving Tennessee we stopped in White Stone, Virginia to catch up with
other cruisers we met this year. It was a Salty Dawg reunion. Hank & Seale sail
their Catamaran down to the Caribbean for the winter and bring it back up each
summer where they can dock it at their home. They showed us all around White
Stone and made us fall in love with the area. It’s right off the Rappahannock River
which feeds into the Chesapeake. So there are plenty of sailing/fishing grounds.
The area is also big on oysters and blue crab. Yum!
Nice to have a choice of boats! A Salty Dawg Reunion: Friends
Working our way north, we stopped in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware to visit Kathy,
whom we also met in Culebra back in February. She made us some home cooked
meals and showed us around Lewes which apparently was the first city in the first
state of the country. There’s a lot of history in the states we drove through.
She introduced us to a lot of her friends and took us out for a beer can race.
Unfortunately there was no wind, but we still had fun. After a 2,100 mile road trip,
we made it back to RI to celebrate my sister Janice’s Birthday over the Labor Day
weekend. September is already shaping up to be another busy month.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the victims of the recent hurricanes. It’s heart-
wrenching to see pictures of the catastrophic damage done to the beautiful islands we visited.
It will take a long time to recover. Our boat has been safely stored in Grenada where I hope
any future storms will continue to pass it by. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the victims
of the recent hurricanes. It’s heart-wrenching to see pictures of the catastrophic damage done
to the beautiful islands we visited. It will take a long time to recover. Our boat has been safely
stored in Grenada where I hope any future storms will continue to pass it by. Glen and Arlene

22. PUBLIC RBS OUTREACH
Flotilla Members Volunteer for RBS and Dockwalkers Program at the
April 2017 STRICTLY SAIL BOAT Show at Richmond, CA
Dear Boating Partners and Dockwalkers:
On behalf of the California State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW),
the California Coastal Commissions (CCC), and the (SFEP- DBW Clean Vessel Act
Funding Program) and the US Coast Guard Auxiliary we would like to thank you
again for your help during the 2017 Pacific Sail & Power Boat Show.
Thanks to you, we were able to conduct face-to-face boater education. We shared
clean and safe boating information with 250 boaters and distributed 221 boater kits
and 300 San Francisco and Delta Clean Boating and pump-out maps, among other
important information. In addition, we were also able to discuss important topics with
current and future boat owners such as clean boating, safety, and the new California
vessel operator card. ------- Vivian Matuk Environmental Boating Program Coordinator
California State Parks Division of Boating & Waterways California Coastal Commission
Flotilla Members Volunteer for RBS and Dockwalkers Program at the April 2017
STRICTLY SAIL BOAT Show at Richmond, CA, and PDF Educational Instruction
and Demonstrations for “Splash Week” (Photos: Roger Bazeley-PA)
Boat Owners being Educated and Informed about new CA Boating Laws by USCGAUX Volunteers
Virginia Luchetti, Tommy Holtzman, Roger Bazeley – Gail Giacomini Instructing Children on Safety

23. PUBLIC AFFAIRS OUTREACH
Japanese Coast Guard Training Ship KOJIMA
By Roger Bazeley
PA and Photographer: Roger Bazeley FSO-PA F1-7 D11N
Location: San Francisco, CA Piers 30-32 Embarcadero
Date: May 13, 2016, 1000-1230 Hours
Japanese Coast Guard Photo
Training Ship KOJIMA PL21
Weight 2,950 tons, LOA 377
feet, Width 46 feet, Depth 24
feet, Speed 18 knots - * JCC
Archieves
I had the opportunity to visit the JCC Academy’s Training Ship KOJIMA that was
visiting San Francisco as a part of it’s senior cadet 99 day 2016 world training and
goodwill cruise. The last time the JCC KOJIMA visited San Francisco was in
2012.
After being welcomed aboard by the crew and Chief Navgation Officer CDR
Tomonobu Higashi I presented two matted 11/14 aerial photographs of San
Francisco Bay and a U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Challenge Coin for the vessel’s
Captain, which was gratefully received. The two hour visit and ship tour consisted
of photographing and talking with various crew and officers about the towns and
cities in Japan they were from, the JCC, and about the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary
and “Team Coast Guard” volunteer actvities.

24. Japanese Coast Guard Training Ship KOJIMA PL21
Weight 2,950 tons, LOA 377 feet, Width 46 feet, Depth 24 feet, Speed 18 knots
Japanese Coast Guard, Training Ship Kojima Senior Officers, Berthed in San Francisco,
Bottom: FSO-PA Bazeley on board JCC Kojima aft flight deck
On my next trip to Japan I hope to accept an invitation to visit the Japanese Coast
Guard Academy located in the command’s 6th
Regional Coast Guard HQ at Kure
near Hiroshima.
Upon departing the ship I was presented with a photo of the KOJIMA and a
KOJIMA challenge coin by Chief Navigation Officer CDR Tomonobu Higashi
with their ship PA photographing and video taping the presentation. Their public
visitation was only for two hours on May 13th
but was a brief opportunity to do a
Public Affairs Goodwill Ambasador visit with positive results.

25. JCC Kojima Officers and Crew at various ship board stations to guide and inform visitors,
Photos: Roger Bazeley FSO-PA F1-7 D11N

26. Kojima Bridge – Academy Senior Graduates on Deck Photos: Roger Bazeley
JCC Kojima berthed at Pier 30/32
Photos: Roger Bazeley USCGAUX PA

27. SELFIES: FSO-PA Bazeley on board JCC Kojima Mid-Ship-Communications/NAV Mast
Tourist taking Selfie on forward gun mount. Photos: Roger Bazeley
Left: JCC KOJIMA Port Side shot with Bay Bridge Right: Consulate Residence - Consul
Hiroki Nakayama – Transportation Ministry/Economics; the SF Consul-General of Japan,
Jun Yamada; Roger and Noriko Bazeley, and Keisuke Fukuma Vice Consul, Economic
Affairs for the Consulate General of Japan SF and an active Japan Coast Guard officer
The JCG KOJIMA outreach visit is part of a Public Affairs Coast Guard/Auxiliary information
exchange program that I intiated 5 years ago, to visit with USCG Auxilliary Flotillas in the U.S.,
U.S. Coast Guard Bases/Stations and International Coast Guard services when traveling overseas
to Japan, Greece and other travel locations. The visit to the ship reslulted in being invited by the
Consul-General of Japan at his San Francisco Consulate Residence for an incredible three hour
Japanese lunch prepared by his Japanese Chef for myself and my wife who is also from Japan
after our June 2017 two week visit to Japan, to Hokaido.

28. “AUXILIARY VSC’S VERY SHORT ON “PADDLE CRAFT” EXAMS NATION WIDE”
May/June Photo Shoot Activity for Pending NAVEX/NAVIGATOR ARTICLE and District Paddle-Craft
Safety Public Education Program and Power Point Project
Roger Bazeley USCGAUX PA/VE
Ithas been noted that in Northern California there have been far more fatalities with KAYAKS
than with other types of boats. The Paddle Craft VSC Form 7012A is showing little use.
Apparent that major Marine Safety issues could be addressed and therefore credited to the
Auxiliary if Vessel Safety Examiners make a greater effort to reach Kayak users.
As a result of the concern especially in the Bay Area with the popularity of Paddle-Craft
usage, rentals, and sport activities there is an increased emphasis by the USCG and USCG
Auxiliary in developing and strengthening safety exams and public boating education. Roger
Bazeley FSO-PA and VE is developing an educational article and program related to these
concerns with fellow Auxiliarists in RBS and Marine Safety in our Flotilla and district
including Bill Burns FC, Sue Fry Marine Safety Specialist, COMO Dale Fajardo and others.
South Beach Marina; SF Photo Shoot of Kayak Inspection with COMO Dale Fajardo (Left) and
Sue Fry Marine Safety expert (Right); Photo: Roger Bazeley USCGAUX PA

29. MEMBERS DECK
FYI: Boat Operators: IMPORTANT!
CALIFORNIA BOATER CARD INFORMATION
Beginning January 1, 2018, operators of motorized vessels will be required to
possess a California Boater Card.
COAST GUARD AUXILIARY RBS classes meet the boater safety education
requirement! If you successfully completed the BOATING SKILLS &
SEAMANSHIP or ABOUT BOATING SAFELY courses in 2015 through
2017, you have, or will have, satisfied the State requirement and will have six
months (until 30 June 2018) to apply for the Boater Card.
Specific Detailed Requirements and additional Information is available from
the California Department of Boating and Waterways:
CALENDAR: 2017
OCT 2-9 – SF FLEET WEEK Volunteers Needed
Contact: Robin Stewart SR or robin.anne.stewart@gmail.com
OCT 16, 2017- Flotilla Event: TBD OPEN/Meeting 10 AM
Contact: RSVP to Cynthia sergequeen@aol.com
NOV 18, 2017- Flotilla Event: TBD OPEN/Meeting 10 AM
DEC 2, 2017- Flotilla COW: TBD OPEN/LUNCHEON 11 AM
JAN 7, 2018 – Division COW: Irish Cultural Center 11 AM

30. FELLOWSHIP
San Francisco Fireboat Cruise-Flotilla 1-7 Point Bonita
TIME: 10:00 AM - Saturday, JUNE 17, 2017
PLACE: SF Boat and Pumper Fire Station, Pier 22 1/2 Location: Embarcadero San Francisco
USCG Auxiliarists who attended included members from other D11N Flotilla members and
Division Staff officers: Cynthia Dragon, James Dragon, Roger Bazeley, Herman Haluza, Nancy
Marion, Daniel Rogers, Stan Teng, Gerald Norton, Robin Stewart, and William Burns…
Right: Flotilla 1-7 and invited District Auxiliarists thanking Fire Fighters – Photos: Roger Bazeley
FELLOWSHIP/TRAINING PCA 50th
PCA 50th
Training Fair and District Meeting, Alameda CA
2017 PCA Paddle craft EXAM and RBS Program Training: Instructor and Class Participants

31. MEMBER TRAINING
COMUNICATING THE USCG AUXILLARY
MISSION: PUBLIC AFFAIRS
Lessons and Skills Acquired Through USCG/Auxiliary Public Affairs C School Training
By Roger Bazeley, FSO-PA
Communicating internally and externally the USCG Auxiliary service mission and brand “Team Coast
Guard” relies on specific skill sets and methodologies. We are trained as Public Affairs Officers in doing
it with clarity and purpose ” the USCG way” in procedures, form, and methodology when dealing
internally with the US Coast Guard and the US Coast Guard Auxiliary, and communicating and
interacting externally with the public we serve.
The value of procedurally correct and clear communications in speaking, informing, educating and
dealing with the writing and production of print materials and published media must demonstrate clarity,
transparency, and accountability. Public Affairs is involved with supporting many of the various missions
in recreational boating safety, water and land patrol operations, and augmenting various missions and
tasks performed as a part of “Team Coast Guard”. This varies from vessel Inspections to standing watch
at various units like Sector San Francisco monitoring and logging emergency calls, administration duties
at Air Station San Francisco, or with the Pacific Strike force where trained and qualified US Coast Guard
Auxiliarists augment the enlisted Coast Guard.
A fully qualified Public Affairs Auxiliarist can be a valuable asset to their flotilla, Division, National or
the “Gold Side” when there is a need for additional staffing and expertise in a Joint Incident Command
operation as in Hurricane Katrina, or part of an incident response as in the Gulf’s BP Deep Horizon oil
well valve blow-out, fire and resulting massive spill. This massive oil drilling/environmental disaster
required months of clean-up operations management and monitoring by various government response
agencies under U.S. Coast Guard and FEMA operations and management oversight. Public affairs value
is paramount in in dealing with the Media and Press at RBS events and in an incident response.
Additionally Public Affairs plays a key role in the positive promotion of the “Brand Identity/Mission
Recognition” of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary as a meaningful proactive public service volunteer
organization in promoting public recreational boating safety and education. This external and internal
identity reinforcement has proven value and positive results through motivational reinforcement
impacting the recruitment, retention, and active participation of Auxiliarists.

32. There is a significant difference between managing and performing Public Affairs tasks and duties in the
Public Sector verses within the confines of a Government Agency or Military organization in procedures
and the dissemination of information, dealing with the Media, Public, stakeholders like Public Officials,
multiple government agencies. These procedures and skills are best learned and acquired through taking
the online Introduction to Public Affairs initially before taking on Flotilla Public Affairs duties and the
highly recommended intense Public Affairs 3 day “C” School offered several times a year in different US
Coast Guard locations. I had the privilege of taking the three day PA C School course and training given
Sept. 2014 at U.S. Coast Guard Base Alameda with 18 other Auxiliarists from all over the United States.
AUX-12 is a valuable comprehensive interactive training course that covers a wide scope of procedures
and practice scenario training for being an effective Public Affairs FSO for delivering and communicating
positive Public Affairs messaging, publishing articles, and responding to a variety of local press
opportunities, social media and incident /crisis response situations involving USCGAUX participation..
Public affairs is each and every member of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary’s responsibility to understand
the procedures and constraints of communicating clearly with accountability with members of the public
they serve and within interacting with other Auxiliarists and “Team Coast Guard” in mutual and
supportive activities and operations. The area of Public Affairs is invaluable in communicating leadership
values and PA messaging and should be a part of the skill set and training acquired through the Public
Affairs AUX-20 Introductory on-line course and the more intensive AUX-12, C-School for anyone
seeking or taking on appointed staff officer positions or higher leadership roles. Additionally, Auxiliarists
in elected office in their Flotilla, Division or at the National level should be encouraged in taking the
incredible six day (two weekend sessions A & B) AUXLAMS C-School offered by the U.S. Coast Guard
Auxiliary. The Public Affairs AUX-12 C-School three day course was well organized and utilized the
highest level of dedicated instructors that exemplified the concept of “Team USCG” professionals with
excellent communication skills. (Public Affairs AUX-12 Course at USCG Station Alameda, 2014, -
INSTRUCTORS: Auxiliarists Manny Romero, David McClure, and Patricia Fritchie)
KEY COMPONETS OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS COMMUNICATIONS
 Building positive communications within the Auxiliary and externally with the Public and Media
 Increasing Recruitment and Retention through communicating positive service values
 Educating and Informing the Public about Recreational Boating Safety and accident prevention
 Communicating clearly saves lives and strengthens the Team Coast Guard public service mission
 Point of Contact with the public or media is pivotal in positive or negative image and messaging
results
 Knowing the facts in responding to the press/ media and what is protected by security vs FOIA
 Understanding the “Coast Guard Way” and procedures in print and multi-media
communications

33. The Public Affairs AUX-12 C-School training had several main areas of concentration including
homework projects, numerous informative instruction power-points, open discussions, classroom scenario
and role playing, and a final Video TV capturing and review of a “Team Coast Guard” mock press
conference concerning multiple crisis scenarios. This intensive mock Press Conference was videotaped
for playback and review of team member’s responses, communications strategy, body language, and tone
of communications in dealing with an aggressive inquiring Press (Instructors). The following sections of
AUX-12 content and main components for skill set acquisition included: 1.) Media Relations: Strategies
for Success; 2.) News Copy and Print Media Content with Impact: Reader Appeal; 3.) Photography
Quality and Composition for Impact; and 4.) Design and USCG Auxiliary Mission Identity
Reinforcement.
Media Relations: Strategies for Success
The key to gaining public support for the Coast Guard and the Coast Guard Auxiliary through the media
including the Press, Radio/TV and printed materials is a key component of the Public Affairs mission.
Building positive public relations begins with developing relations and contacts with local reporters,
editors, and photojournalists to get ‘eyes” on recreational boating educational and safety events and other
key public outreach activates/events. The class discusses methods for developing positive media contacts,
procedures and channels for getting the message out about the activities and positive public service value
of the USCG and the Auxiliary.
A public Affairs Officer must provide timely, accurate stories, and photos that tell the story and show the
action or events. A good media relationship is based upon trust in the accuracy of the facts supplied to
them. The PA must be on call to respond to media questions, phone calls, and respect submittal deadlines
as well as be prepared to fill the role of principal spokesperson for your unit. As spokesperson you must
be aware of your area and incident geography, unit and district PA policy, understand the Freedom of
Information Act (FOIA) on the release of information, understand local public issues, and most
importantly avoid speculation and opinion statements.
The six most common types of incident crisis questions may include:
1.) Who or what agencies are in charge and responsible?
2.) What are the facts of the Incident?
3.) When did this happen and/or when will assistance be available?
4.) Why did this happen and/or prevention and safety procedures not followed?
5.) Where is the location of the incident, impacts and first responder staging/triage areas?
6.) How is the incident response being organized and resolved?
If you do not know the answer or have accurate information then inform the media or the public that you
will get back to them promptly with the information or get them in contact with the right person or USCG
department for the information or to handle an issue in question. Be aware and sensitive to diversity
issues, cultural values, and word choice when responding to stakeholders, the public, first responders,
incident response command, emergency communications, and when informing the press/media. DO not
make “Off the Record Comments”. Never assume anything is not on the record.

34. If you know the facts and the information is not contrary to the SAPP policy concerning “Security,
Accuracy, Policy or Propriety”, then members are encouraged to publicly discuss the positive and non-
restricted aspects of his duties, the USCG/Auxiliary and promote boating safety and public education
about prevention. The PA-AUX-12 C-School goes into these areas further in detail and through the mock
press conference scenario and exercises.
” REMEMBER: If you did it or have responsibility for it, then you can talk about it. If not, don’t.”
Adding a personal observation and qualification; think strategically about the consequences or impacts on
media or public perception before putting out content with the wrong tone, opinion, or inaccurate facts
verbally, in print, to the media, or email/social media---it’s very hard to retract and make amends for the
negative impact of inaccurate or poorly produced media content/statements based on speculation,
personal opinion, or exaggeration.
NEWS COPY and PRINT MEDIA CONTENT with IMPACT
Simplify with bold headlines and interesting captions that are concise, accurate, with specific details and
descriptions. The standard for journalism and media writing is composing with simple direct sentences
that avoid complex construction. Give your copy lots of second thought by editing and polishing so the
copy flows smoothly. Attention to detail and organization is the strength of good writing, allowing your
words to glide with a clarity that leaves no one confused. Your audience should not have to figure out a
fragmented sentence, or slog through excessive words by keeping sentences free of unnecessary words.
This doesn’t mean that every sentence must be short and lack detail. The choice of words, semantics color
the tone of your message and written content. Exciting action photography with solid accurate and
interesting captions adds understanding and reader attention to the overall content and purpose of your
article.
PHOTOGRAPHY QUALITY AND COMPOSITION FOR IMPACT
Photography is a Communicator:
 A picture can be more powerful than words and “Mightier than the Pen”
 Photography can communicate deep human emotion.
 A photo can collect visual information – incident response documentation – response results
and mitigation.
 A photo can reflect and document USCG/AUX team work.
 Photos records and documents historical and important USCG/Auxiliary events.
 Photos are a USCG/AUX training and educational resource.
 Photos can capture the moment and illustrate a story when words are not enough.
 Great Photo technique can create a Quality Photo whether using Professional DSLR camera
equipment or a quality point and shoot camera, or a quality high mega-pixel cellular phone
camera as a back-up --- and as an instant incident response communicator or for social media
uploading.

35. Photography: Submitted for National 2017 Photo Contest by Roger Bazeley FSO-PA
PUBLIC AFFAIRS
DSO-PA Gail Giacomini at St. Francis Yacht Club Bay Opening PA Outreach Event and Virginia Luchetti at RBS booth
FELLOWSHIP
DCAPT-PA Jerry Edelen Photo Shooting B&W, Right: Simone Adair at Valor Games West – USCG Alameda
OPERATIONS
Left: Fleet week USCG Hamilton Class Cutter - Parade of Ships, Right: Sector San Francisco at night

36. Photography: Submitted for National 2017 Photo Contest by Roger Bazeley FSO-PA
MARINE SAFETY
Ferry Audit Program – Steve Johnson Auditor, COMO Rich Thomas D11N, NACO Richard Washburn
TEAM COAST GUARD
D11N Honor Guard – Ferry Auditor Program Auxiliarist Johnson and USCG Master Chief Gollnick
VESSEL EXAMS
Paddle Craft Exams: COMO Dale Fajardo (Left) and Sue Fry Marine Safety expert (Right)

37. Photography: Submitted for National 2017 Photo Contest by Roger Bazeley FSO-PA
PUBLIC EDUCATION
DSO-PA Gail Giacomini – Educating PFD and swim safety at Richmond YMCA “SPLASH EVENT”
MEMBER SERVICES
Auxiliary Food Service Staff – District Meeting Event – ALL PHOTOS: Roger Bazeley
FYI: The 2017 National Auxiliary photo contest allows for two photographs to be submitted for
each of eight contest categories taken within the calendar year starting from May 2016 to May
2017 for the shown photos taken by Roger Bazeley during that 12 month span. Notice the
difference in impact between a wide angle shot with a wide angle lens 15mm-36mm and those
tighter shots taken with moderate to medium focal lengths 42mm-105mm lenses. Also notice the
impact of shooting the photo as a Black and White photo for greater concentration on the
subjects without color distraction verses the use of color and the need for strong composition and
color selectivity.

38. The Public Affairs AUX-12 C-School goes into extensive class room discussion and instruction on digital
photography techniques, methods, and composition types for shooting photos with impact and interest.
The knowledge of camera equipment and controls that improve the quality of your photography by taking
advantage of changing light and shooting different situations was put into context by classroom
instruction and in the field practical shooting exercises. Here is a short list of tips as a result of the course
and my years of travel, landscape, maritime, fashion, aerial, and architectural photography.
Photography Tips:
 Shoot for Impact – with wide and telephoto views to create scale and isolate key action.
 Composition counts in creating an image with visual balance, impact and attention.
 The use of foreground in wide angle shots creates scale and draws the viewer into the scene.
 Know your Photo Equipment and its capabilities in varied indoor and outdoor lighting
conditions.
 Utilize Professional Technique in focusing, exposure, and motion stabilization to get sharp
photos.
 Permission and Release is required in certain situations – respect no shoot security zones
 APC or Full-Frame Sensor Digital DSLRs with a Medium VR Zoom can shoot 95% of everything.
 RMB Pro-Kit: Two DSLR Cameras -FX /DX sensors, Wide 10-24mm Zoom, Medium VR Zoom
16-85mm, and a 70-200mm F4 VR, or 70-300mm VR for distance/close impact plus small
SB400 flash.
 USCG/AUX Newsletters, “North Wind”, and your Public Affairs and Publications staff will
appreciate “Team” action activity shots for stories and as additional photo resources. (VR -
Vibration Reduction)
Design and USCG Auxiliary Mission Identity Reinforcement
“The importance of the public’s perception: One’s correct identification is defined as how an
organization wants the public to perceive its business, products or services. This perception is defined
not only through words, but through image, graphics, and design.” RMB
Why are public affairs important as a brand management tool? Marketing Communications enhances
image (public perception) of Coast Guard and Auxiliary Image: what we stand for …what makes our
organization unique and trustworthy to the public we serve and represent. Consistent branding establishes
unity between all members of team Coast Guard, builds confidence among Auxiliarists, and our
customers the U.S. recreational boating public.
“REMEMBER: Our “product” is service to those who utilize our American waterways. Solid mission
messaging and branding is utilized to reinforce our public image, build moral within the organization,
spur interest in VSCs and PE classes ,membership recruitment and retention, and to strengthen media
relations.

39. THE PUBLIC ARE OUR STAKEHOLDERS
 The recognition and respect of our USCG and USCG Auxiliary “Stakeholders” through accurate
and clear communications and information is a key priority.
 Our “stakeholders” are the people we serve and the people we work with in the performance
of our duties from Vessel Inspections and Safe Boating Education to incident response
participation.
 Our actions, words, “proper uniform image”, and the performance of duty impact public
perception.
 Every member of the USCG Auxiliary is an important participant of “TEAM U.S. Coast Guard”
insuring the Public’s Maritime Safety and Security as a part of the Department of Homeland
Security.
 The point of “Public or Stakeholder Contact” is the key opportunity for impacting positive
public support and involvement. Negative performance creates negative results, a lost
opportunity to inform, educate, or serve the public.
 Treat the Public and all stakeholders with respect
” Key USCG Auxiliary Publications for reference are: USCG Auxiliary Public Affairs Guide and the U.S.
Coast Guard Public Affairs Manual (COMDTINST M5728.2C)
NEW CHANGES FOR January, 1, 2016 IMPACTING PUBLIC AFFAIRS and EXPANDING OPPORTUNITIES
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary business cards have historically been very helpful in supplying Auxillarist
contact information for VE appointments and RBS events to the public, reinforcing our Auxiliary
message and in attracting new members to our organization. Over the years without an established
standardized branding and applications format as well as printing vendor non-standardized variations it
became apparent to the Auxiliary Leadership that consistent standardized print and graphic design
standards needed to be revamped. As a result, Auxiliary Business Card Guidelines for D11N have been
established.
The following D11N Auxiliary Business Card Guidelines instituted 01 January 2016:
 The Department of Homeland Security, DHS, or DHS symbol is not to be included on the card.
 Only a Coast Guard Auxiliary Logo is to be used but not the Coast Guard Logo.
 No outside interests and/or positions are to be listed.
 No academic qualifications are to be listed (i.e. M.A., Ph.D.)
 No prior service rank is to be listed (i.e. LCDR, ADM, etc.)
 The Display of personal information such as a personal cell phone number, residence address
(not recommended), or personal e-mail is authorized and is at the Auxiliarists discretion.
 A maximum of two Auxiliary offices, past and/or current, may be shown (i.e. Flotilla
Commander, Division Staff Officer – Operations, etc.)
 A maximum of two Auxiliary qualifications may to be shown. (i.e. Coxswain, AUXOP)
 The back of the card is to be left blank unless one of the two following options is used:

40.  Listing of your Flotilla / Division meeting time & place, or including the following (as all of
EXCOM does): "Find out more about the Auxiliary ... Live Coast Guard Auxiliary Informational
Orientation ... Make a reservation .... www.d11nr.info"
These guidelines are effective on January 1, 2016.
 Other designs may be considered as long as the design falls within the above parameters
Questions and final approval of all designs other than those cards that are specifically listed
below rests with the DSO-PA. With the adoption of these Guidelines, our District will be assured
of making a professionally standardized introductory statement. COMO Richard Thomas,
Options for purchasing Auxiliary Business Cards:
 Option 1- Standard format may be chosen from options 1 to 4 from Cutter Agent (see page 2
below). http://www.vistaprint.com/vp/ns/EnterprisePartner. (All of EXCOM uses Option # 1)
 Option 2 - Standard cards from CG Aux Association. Same parameters as above:
http://auxiliarycenter.mybigcommerce.com/stationery/
NEW for 2015 Auxiliary MUSIC Musician Specialist program and qualification has been established
to be a part of Public Affairs and public outreach. A Southern California Band Flotilla has been active
along with an East Coast Auxiliary marching band for public performances and augmenting a need at
USCG events. It has been my honor and privilege participating as a Musician Specialist in entertaining
the Retired Veterans at the SF VA Hospital annually with Christmas Carols, played on the trumpet and
Flugelhorn, for the past three years. It is my proposed strategy to reach ‘outside of the box’ to create a
D11N USCG auxiliary concert/event band to be based at USCG Base Alameda or Sector SF YBI that
would meet one night a week for three hours of playing and rehearsal with between 12-24 musicians
welcoming Auxiliarists and USCG musicians. The music would be JAZZ, Popular, and required
military/ceremonial compositions and arrangements. Those Auxiliarists interested and actively playing
and proficient can contact Roger Bazeley FSO-PA F1-7, FSO-MT D11N at Bazeley@comcast.net.
Public Affairs Communication Tips: SUMMARY
 Short accurate answers are better than long ones
 Give facts without personal opinion or guessing
 Saying “No comment is not a satisfactory response” redirect to appropriate information source
 Do not utilize profanity, sarcasm, slang, or bias.
 Use layman’s terms avoiding jargon and acronyms.
 Do not discuss public policy, local, regional or national issues when discussing a SAR (Search and
Rescue) case, only the situation facts and details.
 Don’t allow a media journalist put ‘words in your mouth’ or to describe something incorrectly.
 Keep to your message points.
 Watch your body language, posture, gestures, or distracting movements.
 Speak with confidence and eye contact, engaging the interviewer
 RELAX people will remember the way you spoke: with sincerity and integrity

41. NEW Flotilla 1-7 MEMBERS
April 15th
2017, Auxiliarist Herman George Haluza – Sworn in by FC Bill Burns
Herman holds a Master 100 Gross Ton License as an Auxiliary Sail, Power & Commercial
Assist Towing Operator. He is also an ASA Certified Instructor. Right Photo: Left
Standing: Herman taking part of an OPTREX training session with other USCGAUX crew
members and their Auxiliary Patrol Facility.
Auxiliarist Daniel Rogers has prior
military service with the U.S. Army
in the Military Police and is
currently working on the USCG
Base Alameda as part of the base
security team.
May 20th, 2017; Auxiliarist Daniel Rogers being Sworn in by FC Bill Burns

42. Member of the Quarter
Auxiliarist Robin Stewart FSO-RS and FSO-IS is our
invaluable and steadfast support for organizing and
working on loads of paperwork while multi-tasking in
numerious areas. She participates in many areas of
Marine Safety from Vessel Exams to Recreational
Boating Safety. She has contributed thousands of hours
supporting and mentoring our flotilla members. Robin is
an incredible resourse of information and a hands-on
Flotilla member mentor. She has extensive computer
esperience and is passionate in serving the USCG
Auxiliary along with her partner FC Bill Burns.
Member Activities: Flotilla Meeting - Sept.
Business Meeting, Flotilla Awards – Bart Rugo with a 4200 Service Hours Award & FC
Burns - Group Photo of Attendees - Bill Bermudez & FC Burns

43. TEAM COAST GUARD
Valor Games 2016-17 – “Team Coast Guard” Success in Community
Volunteerism
By Roger Bazeley, PA USCGAUX
Opening Ceremony USCG Honor Guard; Valor Games Archery Coach and Athlete: Photos: R.M. Bazeley
In the spirt of volunteering for community events members of the U.S. Coast Guard and Auxiliary served
in many support roles for The Valor Games Far West 2017, which is part of the Far West Wheelchair
Association. This four-day event was held entirely on the excellent facilities of Coast Guard Island.
Members of the Coast Guard Auxiliary volunteered and participated in the competition alongside Active-
duty Coast Guard volunteers, as well as members from all services. There were many different events to
support, such as opening ceremonies, archery, and special dinner outings. Many volunteered for a
whole day, or as some, all four days.
Opening Ceremony: Pledge of Allegiance and Singing of the National Anthem, Photos Roger Bazeley PA

44. In partnership with the U.S. Coast Guard and the Northern California Regional Paralympic Sport
Program, the Far West Wheelchair Athletic Association hosted the 2017 Valor Games Far West June
2017 on Coast Guard Island in Alameda, CA. The primary goal of the Valor Games is to introduce
adapted sports to attendees and is for any Veteran with a disability who is eligible for VA healthcare.
The Valor Games Far West is an introductory level sports competition for Veterans with disabilities
eligible for VA healthcare. The Competitions included; archery, biathlon, cycling, the field sports of shot
put and discus throw, powerlifting, indoor rowing and swimming.
Valor Games West 2016-17 Opening Ceremony Photos: Roger Bazeley USCGAUX PA
The Valor Games event began in Chicago, Illinois in 2011. Two successful years of that event led to its
expansion to three additional regions of the country, including the Bay Area. The regional Valor Games
provide consistently high quality experiences for the athletes across the country. The sport competition
showcases over 100 Veterans and active duty service members who have disabilities. Valor Games Far
West is the only Valor Games event that is offered west of the Rocky Mountains.
Valor Games Participants in Archery Contest with Instructor Aides in Safety Vests
It was an honor and a very rewarding experience to volunteer for the event by photographing and
capturing the moments of competitive spirt and courage among the participants as well as, the
comradeship, joy, and support expressed by all.

45. ETHOS – Diversity + Policy
Photos: Roger Bazeley, Public Affairs USCGAUX
National Commodore Richard Washburn, USCGAUX
THE U.S. COAST GUARD AUXILIARY’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION PLAN
‘It is the policy of the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary to ensure that all citizens,
regardless of race, gender, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and
expression, age, religion, or physical or mental disability have an equal opportunity to
become a volunteer of this organization. It is after all, part of our mission to
become the volunteer organization of choice.’
“As the National Commodore, I will personally lead the diversity initiatives and challenge
all who serve to do the same through leadership, mentorship, service, and example. As
someone committed to diversity, I understand that providing training is one of the
strategies that helps build an inclusive environment, which is crucial to attracting and
retaining top talent, building member engagement, and fostering creativity and
innovation. Our Strategic Plan for Managing Diversity will guide us in our efforts towards
accomplishing this goal. Diversity of thoughts, ideas, and competencies of our people,
keeps the Auxiliary strong and empowers us to mission readiness and excellence.
Diversity is an imperative to the Auxiliary; it can increase morale and impact our
success. In essence every member is responsible for fostering an inclusive team
atmosphere and being a contributing part of Team Coast Guard. The Auxiliary is
committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment, a journey guided by the
deeply held values of Honor, Respect, and Devotion to Duty, as America's Guardians,
we understand that diversity is not a problem to be solved, but is an asset to be
developed.”
National Commodore, Richard Washburn, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary

46. ETHOS – Duty, Honor, Respect, Service
Remembering Those We Lost on 911
In the Line of Fire
In the line of fire;
As many soldiers wait,
awaiting their own fates.
Yet, they hold in their hands,
away to end the war, or a way to restore peace.
But in many ways, they use only one hand.
One hand is in war,
the other hand is in sorrow,
for not knowing when it is,
to be able to return, to their native land.
In the line of fire,
as many soldiers wait.
Their fright abiding within
Awaiting their own destiny,
in the line of fire.
Yet, they hold in their hands,
a way to safely come home,
back to their native land.
Across the seas in Afghanistan,
across the sands in Iraq.
America’s soldiers fight,
while we wait so long,
to finally say, “welcome home”.
Yet it is not clear,
to know what it’s like.
On the battle field,
hearing all that noise.
The sound of people dying,
the sound of reeking death.
The sound of screams and shrieks.
We Americans, in all the other states,
can only imagine the horror that the New
Yorkers felt.
But the sounds of ugly gunfire,
are the scariest of all sounds, when followed by
the silence of death.
The soldiers, our brothers and sisters
across the sea and sands, are the only ones.
To hold in their hand,
a bittersweet victory to sustain our freedom
from terror.
And the people in New York,
who have lost friends and family; we will never
know the reality of the moment from TV
images.
What they have gone through,
smelling the senseless results of evil forever
enshrined with the smell of fear and destruction.
Watching in September,
as we all knew.
This was shockingly real,
what happened on the eleventh of September.
But as it is now nearly December,
even as the day’s sun sets, we can all recall the
horror,
as the towers came falling down.
Falling down, falling down.
We can never forget what happened,
even in the light of day.
In the line of fire,
there were many brave citizen heroes lost.
Many of them were fire fighters, police
officers, but most working mothers and fathers
leaving behind children.
Kids all across America are also heroes,
enduring the pain of loss of loved ones and
innocence on September 11, 2001.
In my hand I hold,
with each of you and our heroes the future of
FREEDOM, from terror.
As it has been told often,
we are all in the line of fire in protecting
freedom, each and every day of our lives.
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(By Mikiko Bazeley (16), Roger Bazeley (60) San
Francisco, Father and Daughter; Nov. 11, 2009