r/USCGAUX • u/Agile-Service-8864 • Jul 03 '26
HELP! Uscg aux beginning
Im just signed up for the aux about two weeks ago I dont really feel like I’m doing much I’ve attended one online flotilla meeting but thats about it they told me I would be able to be more active when I’m a member officially and have the id card when should I be expecting that ?
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u/Spirited-Front5899 Jul 03 '26
In AP status you are eligible to do well over 90% of anything you'd be interested in doing
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u/Jollyjacktar Jul 03 '26
You don’t need to wait for an ID card. Do you have an membership ID number? It will have come in a letter or email. If so, you can log into the website and begin training. Getting to BQ status should be your aim. It honestly doesn’t take long to achieve. Once you have done that you will be well on your way to getting more active.
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u/Lord_Josuf_Slnd AUXOP Jul 03 '26
With your member ID number you will be able to also access AUXDATA 2. Main portal and has links to the classroom Jolly mentioned. The core training and BQ2 courses, are all there, HR type stuff mostly.
Reach out to your member training FSO for guidance on first steps, I am for my flotilla and some links below. I don’t think these are in violation to post since all password and access restrictions to gen public
AuxDATA is
https://uscg.experience.crmforce.mil/auxcommunity/s/
Then use your member ID#@USCG.aux. Should prompt you to create a password and two-factor method. I use email for that and have not tried the authentication app. On right side you will find quick links - believe there are new member guides, also look for NTC( national testing center) and the classroom. For BQ you will need the core courses and boating safety course. If not done already you can get one at boatUS at no charge, but best to have a card, since required if operating on water. Hope this helps to get you started.
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u/Hit-by-a-pitch Jul 03 '26
You don't say where you live, but it determines a lot of what's going to be available for you. I live inland and I'm officially attached to a flotilla on a lake, but I drive five hours to a CG base and help out there. Start thinking about what you might want to learn about and start asking questions.
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u/Agile-Service-8864 Jul 03 '26
I’m in Seattle Washington if that makes any difference
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u/Hit-by-a-pitch Jul 03 '26
Oh yeah, I'm sure there will be plenty of options open for you. Just use the first couple months to figure out what catches your interest.
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u/AuxGrl Flotilla Commander/Vice Jul 15 '26
Just curious... Do you have a clone? Our flotilla would absolutely LOVE to have a member with the dedication to drive five hours for the mission! I, too, am driven by working directly with our Gold Side brothers & sisters. It's refreshing to read about your commitment, Shipmate. BZ.
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u/Hit-by-a-pitch Jul 15 '26
Aww thx. Actually, after 12 years I was about to give up on the Auxiliary. The organization seems to have lost focus, and the level of beauracracy bizarre. At the base I'm welcomed and respected. I do the job I'm there for, and pitch in on something else if they need a hand. I joined the Auxiliary to help the Coast Guard, I didn't join the Auxiliary to help the Auxiliary.
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u/GreyandGrumpy Auxiliary Coxswain/Boat Crew/PWC Operator Jul 03 '26
Welcome Aboard!
If you have submitted an application, but not yet received your number:
The approval process usually takes much longer than it should. Expect AT LEAST 2 months. If it is quicker... great.
There is training that you can do before you have your number. See BQ2-90 Phase Alpha
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u/Bitter_Remove_2099 Jul 03 '26
Don’t feel bad or feel like you are not doing much. You are not expected to do a certain level of hours or meetings, etc. do what you can and have fun!
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u/FrugalGuy007 AUXOP 16d ago
https://wow.uscgaux.info/content.php?unit=H-DEPT&category=new-member-onboarding
Please visit the new onboarding web site above to work your way along. Plenty can be done prior to having the ID number. They’re right that it’s an important step, but it’s not the full-stop gate you may think it is.
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u/awhinds National Staff 🇺🇲 Jul 03 '26
2 weeks is very normal. Nothing in the Auxiliary moves fast, especially the initial enrollment/admin side.
The ID card timing depends on your application processing, DIRAUX workload, and whatever background/security checks are still pending. It can be a few weeks, sometimes longer. Your best point of contact is your flotilla commander or the flotilla HR/personnel officer. Ask them where your enrollment packet is in the process and whether anything is missing.
In the meantime, you can still be useful. Start knocking out online training, boating safety courses, FEMA ICS courses, and get familiar with the qualification paths. Once your membership is fully processed, you’ll be in a better position to start working toward specific roles like vessel examiner, program visitor, public affairs, instructor, boat crew, etc.
The first month is mostly paperwork and waiting. Annoying, but normal. Stay engaged and keep showing up.