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USCGAU89
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Coast Guard 8-12 Requests Input
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4/26/2013 3:33:15 PM
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Lake Martin Boaters and Recreationalists,
USCG AUX. 8-12 has been on the lake patrolling on a consistent basis since late February. One our missions has been supporting the safety of the Stillwaters Yacht Club races every other weekend. Some of you may or may not have noticed our presence (which is a good thing when you don't need us) in the area at or near Stillwaters. We have also repaired a few safety buoys on the lake prior to the water rise. If you notice an issue with a buoy please let me know at freemms@auburn.edu. We may be able to repair it even with the water level up, but if anything we can address the issue in the fall when the water level lowers.
We'd also like for everyone to know that we have added capability to provide more on water patrols this summer. With the substantial decrease in Marine Police presence, the state has asked us to increase our patrols when possible. The Coast Guard has been hit with sequestration as hard as anyone, but we won't let that keep us from getting out on the water.
If you (or a business owner) would like to provide us with a fuel donation we'd greatly appreciate it. Right now most of our extra fuel resource comes from our own pockets. It's our duty to act, but we'd love to have support if available. If you'd like to become a partner with U.S. Coast Guard Flotilla 8-12, send notice of intent to Cdr. Michael Freeman at freemms@auburn.edu. Flotilla 8-12 is comprised of an all volunteer group of men and women who train and develop for the advancement of boating safety and environmental protection.
Thank you in advance!
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Maverick
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Coast Guard 8-12 Requests Input
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4/26/2013 4:27:40 PM
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Are donations / contributions tax deductible ????
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RadioActive
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Coast Guard 8-12 Requests Input
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4/27/2013 12:00:40 AM
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Does this mean that the group will be continuously monitoring marine VHF channel 16 on the radio?
Or, if not, is there some other VHF channel you will be monitoring? What callsign is used?
RadioActive
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USCGAU89
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Coast Guard 8-12 Requests Input
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4/28/2013 9:58:41 PM
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Channel 16 is our channel and will be monitored while on patrol.
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USCGAU89
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Coast Guard 8-12 Requests Input
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4/28/2013 10:51:36 PM
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BTW, we are looking for an on lake radio contact in the event someone picks up a distress call. RadioActive, please add my cell phone into your address book.
334-740-1267
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RadioActive
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Coast Guard 8-12 Requests Input
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4/29/2013 9:37:15 AM
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Consider it added. May set up to monitor Channel 16 in the house here, too, if folks are really going to start using it.
RadioActive
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USCGAU89
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Coast Guard 8-12 Requests Input
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4/29/2013 12:07:44 PM
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We will be rolling out information to the public regarding Channel 16 and it's use.
Thank you for the support.
Cdr. Freeman
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USCGAU89
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Coast Guard 8-12 Requests Input
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4/29/2013 12:08:42 PM
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Maverick,
Donations are tax deductible. We will provide written verification for the IRS.
Cdr. Freeman
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pollaet
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Coast Guard 8-12 Requests Input
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4/29/2013 1:27:30 PM
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i added the number to my cell as well...never can be too careful
thank you for your service
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TowBoat
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Coast Guard 8-12 Requests Input
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4/29/2013 3:33:47 PM
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We monitor VHF ch. 16 and ch. 18 while on board our TowBoats. If any boater needs assistance, local info, or just a radio check they can contact TowBoatUS Lake Martin on those channels or call us at 256-307-1313 24/7/365.
USCGAU89 thanks for posting your contact info. Let us know if we can help.
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USCGAU89
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Coast Guard 8-12 Requests Input
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4/30/2013 12:04:37 AM
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Absolutely. TowBoatUS does a great job all over the country.
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USCGAU89
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Coast Guard 8-12 Requests Input
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4/30/2013 6:14:02 PM
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Radio,
Our call sign is US COAST GUARD AUX 1478
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USCGAU89
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Coast Guard 8-12 Requests Input
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5/18/2013 12:17:37 AM
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Radio,
We will be on the water tomorrow at 0900hrs. Skipper Shaw will try to hail you on channel 16.
Cdr. Freeman
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