Corey Deck, vice commander Flotilla 64, Coast Guard Auxiliary, checks the experation date of flares during a vessel safety check at the Hammond Marina in Hammond, Ore., Aug. 14, 2015. During the busy Buoy 10 fishing season, auxiliary members like Deck stand watch at five of the busiest boat ramps near the Columbia River offering education materials, safe boating reminders and free vessel safety checks. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Levi Read)