Some of the operational missions we perform for the Coast Guard include:
Operations on the water, in the Air, and on the ground.

Safety Patrols -
Providing a visible presence on the water where we can assist boaters in need.  (Emergency Towing, Search & Rescue, Etc.)  Tending a safe position on the Bar to provide a margin of safety for boaters during hazardous Surf conditions during the fall fishing season.  Observing conditions in the harbor and water ways for hazarous spills.

Member Training Patrols -
Making sure our members are well prepared to deal with the challenges of the various missions we are assigned.
Training Excersizes: In the Class Room, On-The-Water,  Special Training Aids.

ATON/chart updating patrols -
Observing Navigational Aids and noting changes needed to the local charts.
Reporting Navigational Aids that need repair.
Reporting a change in traffic use or environmetal conditions in the local area that may necessitate a review of the navigational aids and changes that will make the area safer for all.

Regatta patrols -
Providing on-the-water support for Regatta Events. 
Traffic control, on-the-water assistance to participants, first aid, transportation for Regatta Officials, etc.
 

Communications - Radio Patrols
Members who undergo the qualifications training can serve at the Communications Center at the Coast Guard Station or the CG Tower and be a part of the action as a Radio Watch Stander.  Also Members who have the desire to outfit their own Radio Facility (either fixed land or mobile) can act as a secondary emergency communications station participating in the Emergency Management Network during an emergency should one occur.

DSC/Rescue 21 Radio System -   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9IcBezzgDW4
DSC Radio Operation - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ga6WdGkaeNM&feature=related