Welcome to the Flotilla 10-1, District 1NR Web Site
US Coast Guard Auxiliary District 1 Northern Region (1NR), Division 10 is comprised of five flotillas located in Central Massachusetts. We're Flotilla 10-1 based in the Worcester area with members from the surrounding communities.
| New Massachusetts Boating Law |
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Massachusetts has enacted a new law requiring all individuals operating motorboats and PWC's to have a boating safety certificate.
Who needs a certificate?
All operators of motorboats and PWCs will be required to carry proof of completion of an approved boater education course while on the water. |
| Our courses meet the state requirements - click below to learn more and register! |
| Learn more about our boating safety classes and class registration |
| Upcoming Public Education Courses |
| Our Spring/Summer 2025 "Boat America" courses have have been scheduled for the following Saturday dates: 4/19/2025, 5/10/2025, and 6/14/2025 |
| Learn more about our boating safety classes and class registration |
| Schedule your FREE Vessel Safety Check |
WHAT DO WE DO?
We do a lot of volunteer work to teach and promote safe boating practices on Central Massachusetts lakes, ponds, and rivers. These activities are the cornerstones of the Auxiliary. This is what we do:
PUBLIC EDUCATION
This flotilla offers single session classes in the fall and spring depending on demand. Course cost covers materials. Completion of the Boat America class is a minimal requirement in some New England states (except ME) and many other states to operate any recreational vessel. (learn more)
- Worcester area classes: see our event calendar.
- Specific locations in MA, ME, NH, RI: see the District's course schedule.
VESSEL SAFETY CHECKS FOR THE PUBLIC - FREE
Make sure YOUR recreational vessel - canoe, kayak, paddleboat, personal watercraft, power boat, sail boat, any recreational boat - has all the safety equipment required by federal and state laws. On a trailer or in the water. During the late spring and summer months, you might see us at local launch ramps conducting the inspections. (learn more)
- Worcester area contact: see our Vessel Safety Check page.
- National: find a Vessel Examiner near you by zip.
PROMOTE NATIONAL SAFE BOATING CAMPAIGNS
"Wear It!" and "Saved by the Beacon" are awareness and boating safety campaigns of the National Safe Boating Council. Wear a life jacket whenever underway and learn the importance of 406 MHz beacons. Both of these DO SAVE LIVES. (learn more YouTube video)
Visit the USCG Boating site to learn about regulations, safety, recalls, statistics, and more.
Heading out on your boat? File a float plan using Float Plan Central.
MARINE and PROGRAM VISITATIONS
We stay in close contact with area marinas, boat dealers, and any participating businesses that help to "spread the word" about boating safety and the Auxiliary's missions. Ask about us at your favorite boat place. (learn more)
OTHER ACTIVITIES
We are also involved in many other "behind-the-scene" Auxiliary activities, including Navigation Systems, and Marine Safety and Environmental Protection.
WE NEED YOU!
We need more members in the US Coast Guard Auxiliary to fulfill our missions. Learn more about the Auxiliary and join the Auxiliary. View the 2018 Promotional Video for the Coast Guard Auxiliary.
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