12 June 2021 Memorandum

To: Flotilla 081-07-01 From: Dan King, FSO-FN/PB Mission Commander

Subject: Flotilla 7-1 Social Honoring the Coast Guard After Action Report

Reference: COMMANDANT INSTRUCTION M16796.8A COMDTINST M5700.13 AUXPA Manual

1. Event Summation a. All mission objectives met. Flotilla 7-1 Social event was a success. b. Completed: i. First Social for our new leadership and to unite Flotilla 7-1 members in a relaxed environment. ii. Gold side attendance included outgoing Sector Captain Ed Gaynor, Master Chief James Murray, Mike Griffin, Kimberly Buchanan, LCDR Buchanan, and others. iii. Certificates of Appreciation were awarded to Coast Guard members along with a 7-1 Medallion. iv. Certificates of Appreciation were awarded to Flotilla 7-1 members who participated in Rock the Dock event held in April. v. Group pictures were taken in front of the Navy Stearman in the Commemorative Air Force hangar. vi. Captain Gaynor gave a speech recognizing the importance of a close relationship with the Auxiliary and for more involvement with the incoming Sector Commander Captain Hans Govertsen. c. Lessons learned: i. Schedule next social making sure AUXLO Jessica Wright and other Gold Side members are in attendance. ii. CAF Museum was a second choice of venue but actually may be the preferred venue next time. Weather is so much a factor in this decision. iii. Schedule Socials more frequently as they create a stronger bond with Sector.

2. Event Location: 3rd Coast Squadron Commemorative Air Force Museum, 3201 FM3512, Hangar 11, Aransas Pass, TX, 78336.

3. Uniform of the Day a. Civilian casual. b. Personal Protective Gear – sunscreen, sunglasses, and bug repellant.

4. Mission Objectives Met a. Completed First Flotilla 7-1 Social for the new leadership. b. Awarded Gold Side with Certificates.

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12 June 2021 c. Awarded Flotilla 7-1 members with Certificates of Appreciation. d. Achieved 4th Cornerstone with a great meal, desert, and drinks. e. Families attended which made the bond with Sector all inclusive. f. Master Chief Murray wanted more information about donating his A&P work to help the Commemorative Air Force with their maintenance and restoration work. g. Created Coast Guard Active-Duty awareness of the CAF which may lead to more participation and attendance in the future.

5. Event Timeline Executed Day Time Event Officer(s) in Charge Saturday June 5th 1700-1800 Reception FC Jason Kardos Saturday June 5th 1800-1900 Lasagna Dinner Daniel King Saturday June 5th 1900-2000 Fellowship FC Jason Kardos Saturday June 5th 2030-2130 Cleanup Daniel King

Dan King FSO-FN

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