United States Coast Guard Auxiliary
Honor Guard
District 11 Northern Region
Requirements:
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Loyal to the United States of America
Excellent Character
Maturity/Forthrightness/Attitude toward service
Adhere to the grooming standards of the AUXMAN
BQ Status/Pass Honor Guard Exam
Attend Monthly Training—2nd Saturday (Typically CGI)
Basic Military Maneuvers: March/Manual of Arms
Basic Military Courtesies: Saluting/Uniform Wear
Adhere to the Honor Guard Manual Guidelines
Flotilla Commander Recommendation
Secure Presentation Items as Needed
Serve with Pride, Poise, Devotion and Honor
Strive for Perfection, Respect and Excellence
Who Do We Honor:
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The United States of America
The United States Coast Guard
The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary
The United States Military
Members, Loved Ones, Heroes, Families
Brave Men and Women
Veteran’s
Leaders and Followers
Supporters
Everyone Deserving
Ralph Neal (11N-6-4) Ribbons
Note: Silver Star from WWII Guadalcanal
Examples of Who We Honor:
“With Honor”
Who We Are:
• You, Me, The Person Next to You!
• The men and women who want to honor our Country
and make a difference at a ceremony for a loved one!
We are Elite:
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In the USCGAUX there are:
More Coxswains
More AUXOP
More Crew
More Aviators
More Interpreters
More AUXCHEFs
Just about every area has more
participants than the Honor Guard
Honor Guard Creed:
United States Coast Guard Auxiliary Honor Guard
Pride
Honor
Poise
Respect
Excellence
Perfection
Devotion
I am an HONOR GUARDSMAN and this is my CREED.
I will stand with PRIDE beside my Coast Guard family.
I will maintain POISE at all times.
I will strive for PERFECTION.
I will HONOR all who have served our country honorably.
I will RESPECT the Honor Guard Mission.
I will render DEVOTION unto this sacred duty.
By wearing this rope, I am committed to EXCELLENCE as a way of life.
Pride:
Change of Watch/At Attention
Poise:
Memorial Dedication/Parade Rest
Perfection:
CG Ceremonial Team
Honor:
District Training Event/Dressing the Colors
Respect:
Funeral Flag Folding
Devotion:
Honor Guard Bugler/Taps
Excellence:
CG Honor Guard at Arlington
Sample Training Schedule:
Training:
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Four Count
Movement of
Shoulder Arms to
Present Arms
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4
And A Little Fun!
Who We Have Trained With:
• United States Coast Guard Ceremonial Honor Guard
• Coast Guard Island Alameda Base Team
Where Do We Perform:
•District Training
•Change of Watch
Ceremonies
•Funerals
•Dedications
•Sporting Events
•Banquets
•Scout Functions
•Parades
•Recognition Ceremonies
•Memorial Events
(Memorial Dedication)
Examples of Where We Perform:
Pro Sporting Events
Coast Guard Retirements
How Do We Perform?
With Honor!
What Others Are Saying:
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“Thank you so much for your incredible presentation, you guys were super.”
Erika Frantzve, Miss Arizona 2012
“The U S Coast Guard Auxiliary Color Guard did a fantastic job honoring our country and
the Casper Platoon.”
Casper Aviation Platoon Organization/Facebook
“You looked like Marines…..and that’s a compliment.”
USCG Officer after D-Train
“You guys have the dedication, now just keep practicing.”
USCG Ceremonial Team
“I’m impressed. Your team looks sharp.”
Vietnam Veteran
“We’ve had many presenters and yours was by far the best.”
Captain Stephen Greene
“Your group honors the Auxiliary with its efforts, dedication and skills.”
USCG Officer after COW
“A big shout out to the Honor Guard. They were grrrrrreat.”
USCGAUX District Captain
“Wow! I didn’t know we had an Honor Guard or that you were so professional.”
USCGAUX Division Officer
If You Have What It Takes
or Know Someone Who Does:
References:
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United States Marine Core Drill and Ceremonies Manual
United States Flag Code
Auxiliary Manual
Auxiliary Honor Guard Requirements
Auxiliary Flags and Ceremony Guide
Auxiliary Drill and Ceremonies Manual
Auxiliary Memorial Guide Book
http://www.uscg.mil/honorguard/
Thanks:
Many individuals and organizations have been very supportive of the United States
Coast Guard Auxiliary D11N Honor Guard. We would like to extend our sincerest
gratitude and salute you for your support. If we missed anyone, please accept our
apologies and know that you have our thanks as well. In no particular order, we
would like to thank the following for their contributions to our existence, training
and support:
United States Coast Guard Ceremonial Team, LT. Michelle Qureshi, DC1 Andrew
Hammersmith, Coast Guard Island Base Honor Guard Team, Nick Tarlson, USCGAUX
Honor Guard D11S, Perry Joiner, Wally Smith, Angela Perata, PJ Maguire, Jim Duffley,
Rick Scheuerman, Georgie Scheuerman, Stephan Greene, Jim Van Fleet, Casper
Aviation Platoon, Tony Budlong, Duane Blackwell, Bill Dodson, Rod Collins, Phil
Sanchez, Chester Bartilini, Jane Smith and many others.
Bravo Zulu
United States Coast Guard Auxiliary
Honor Guard