Auxiliary Operations on the water is a mission of promoting boating safety by being a visible presence on the water.  Some of the types of operations we perform for the Coast Guard include:

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