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Reports, Posters, and Publications
Cal Boating is pleased to offer the following publications and educational materials free of charge. The materials cover access to the recreational waterways of California, as well as boating rules and safety. Highlighted publications are also available for viewing on our Web page.
Ordering Information
To order single copies or quantities:
- Call (888) 326-2822.
- E-mail pubinfo@dbw.ca.gov.
- Complete the online order form (recommended).
Department of Boating and Waterways
2000 Evergreen Street, Suite 100
Sacramento, CA 95815-3888
Please state the title of the publication and the quantity desired, along with your name, address, and telephone number. Orders are limited to California residents only.
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Publications List
B C D F H K L M N P Q R S T V W
ABCs of the California Boating Law
Explains state boating laws and regulations for equipment, rules of the road, vessel operation, accident reporting, and aids to navigation. Includes an accident report form and float plan (in English or Spanish).
American River (North and Middle Forks) – Boating Trail Guide
Covers the North Fork from Iowa Hill Bridge to Lake Clementine and the Middle Fork from Oxbow Put-In to Mammoth Bar. Includes a map and white water class system chart.
American River (South Fork) – Boating Trail Guide
Features a public access map of the South Fork. Includes information of the history, plant life, and local regulations of the area.
American River Parkway – Boating Trail Guide
Includes safety hints and a map for paddling the lower American River from Nimbus Dam to the Sacramento River.
AquaSMART Activity book for Kids
24-page coloring-and-activities book on water and boating safety (in English or Spanish).
Basic Safety Rules for Boating Sticker
Displays the rules of the road on a self-adhesive sticker.
Boat Launching Facilities - Design Handbook
Boater Alert: Hydrilla
Explains what hydrilla is and tells boaters how they can avoid spreading this aquatic pest from one waterway to another.
Boating and Alcohol
Explains the effects of alcohol when combined with the stresses of boating. Includes an alcohol consumption and blood-alcohol chart (in English or Spanish).
Department of Boating and Waterways Programs and Services Pamphlet
All about the Department's programs and services.
Boating Safety and Environmental Hints for Lake Tahoe
Boating Safety and Environmental Hints
Boating Safety Card
Illustrates the rules of the road, the California Waterway Marking system, weather advisories, and recognized distress signals, on a 5" by 8" card.
Boating Safety Classes
Gives the who, what, where, when, why and how of boating safety classes.
BUI Information Card
Lists legal penalties for boating under the influence.
California Boating Law
Contains the boating laws and regulations of the State of California including excerpts from the Harbors and Navigation, Corporations, Education, Fish and Game, Government, Health and Safety, Penal, Public Re-sources, Unemployment Insurance, Vehicle, and Water Codes, the California Code of Regulations and the Federal Inland Navigation Rules as they relate to boating. All changes through January 2008 are included.
California Boating Safety Course
A 60-page workbook you can study at home at your own pace. Covers state and federal laws, rules of the road, and much more. Take the optional 50-question test and send it to us for your official certificate of completion.
Carbon Monoxide
Includes required decals.
Boaters: Protect Yourself from this silent Killer!
Carbon Monoxide:Stay Out of the Carbon Monoxide Zone!
Comic book educates school-age children about marine carbon monoxide
Chart Agents List
Lists agents authorized to sell nautical charts and related National Ocean Service publications.
Clean Vessel Act
Explains requirements and laws regarding the Clean Vessel Act.
Colorado River (Blythe to Imperial Dam)
Boating Trail Guide – Features 11 maps.
Colorado River (Davis Dam to Parker Dam)
Boating Trail Guide – Features 5 maps.
Colorado River
Safe Boating Hints Series
Colorado River, Tri-State Boating Safety Guide
Provides information on the boating laws in Arizona, California and Nevada as well as recommended boating safety practices for the Colorado River.
Delta
Safe Boating Hints Series
Delta Boaters' Pumpout and Map Guide
A map with the locations of pumpouts throughout the Delta. Includes information about clean boating including equipment, practices and legal requirements.
Drowning Prevention Checklist
Offers pool and spa owners a checklist of pointers to help prevent child drownings (in English or Spanish).
Federal Marine Sanitation Device Regulations
Describes Federal regulations and includes a list of no discharge areas in California.
Fire Extinguishers
Describes the various types of Coast Guard-approved extinguishers for motor boats and the laws regarding them.
How to Buy a Used Boat
The pleasant way to purchase your pleasure craft.
Hunters and Anglers
Recommends safety precautions for people who use small boats to hunt and fish.
Hydrilla, Boater Alert
Explains what hydrilla is and tells boaters how they can avoid spreading this aquatic pest from one waterway to another.
Kern River, A Boating Trail Guide to the
Includes a map of the river and information and safety, logistics, camping and more.
Lakes and Reservoirs
Safe Boating Hints Series
Lifejackets, Personal Flotation Devices
Describes the various types of lifesaving devices, and the number and types required to be carried on board.
Marina Berthing Facilities - Design Guidelines
Cal Boating just published the 2005 edition of this invaluable resource for marina planners and designers. It provides technical assistance in the development of California public marinas.
Marine Pollution Laws
Covers state and federal laws governing the disposal of plastic debris and other garbage in the ocean, marine sanitation, and the use of anti-fouling paint.
Marine Security
Provides tips on protecting your boat and gear from theft.
Merced River, A Boating Trail Guide to the
Features a map of the Merced River Canyon. Includes information on the history, wildlife, and fishing and fire regulations of the area.
Monterey – SLO – Santa Barbara, Vessel Pumpout Locator Card. Maps show the location of vessel sewage pumpout facilities and pumpout stations.
Morro Bay
Safe Boating Hints Series
MSD's: Shipshape Sanitation, MSD's and Pumpouts
Explains the laws regarding vessel sewage discharge, and the importance of proper disposal.
Northern Coast
Safe Boating Hints Series
Paddle Craft
Covers the required equipment and recommended safety practices for uing canoes, kayaks, and inflatable rafts.
Personal Flotation Devices
Describes the various types of lifesaving devices, and the number and types required to be carried on board (in English or Spanish).
Personal Watercraft
Contains information on boating safety classes, required and recommended equipment, the rules of the road, registration, and restrictions on speed, noise and age (in English or Spanish).
Pumpouts: Shipshape Sanitation, MSD's and Pumpouts
Explains the laws regarding vessel sewage discharge, and the importance of proper disposal.
Quiet Boating For Everyone
Provides information on the state's motorboat noise laws, and how to be a quiet boater.
Rescue Breathing Card
Lists on a wallet-size card the steps in administering mouth-to-mouth resuscitation (in English or Spanish).
Sacramento River
Safe Boating Hints Series
Sacramento River (from Woodson Bridge to Colusa)
Boating Trail Guide – Features a map with a chart that predicts your rafting trip time according to the river flow in cubic-feet per second.
Sacramento River (from Redding to Red Bluff)
Boating Trail Guide - Includes a map, and information on the history and wildlife of the area.
Salton Sea
Safe Boating Hints Series
San Francisco Bay
includes historical and safety information, including information on the U.S. Coast Guard's vessel traffic Routing system and precautionary zone; weather; safety equipment; what to do when you need assistance; and more.
San Francisco Bay Boaters' Pumpout and Map Guide
A map with locations of pumpouts throughout the San Francisco Bay. Includes information about clean boating including equipment, practices and legal requirements.
Shipshape Sanitation, MSD's and Pumpouts
Explains the laws regarding vessel sewage discharge, and the importance of proper disposal.
Smith River - Boating Trail Guide
Covers all the navigable waters of this Wild and Scenic river to the ocean.
Southern Coast
Safe Boating Hints Series
State Water Project Recreation Facilities
Contains information about many of the State Water Project recreational facilities in California, including amenity listings, contact information, and location. For more information on this publication please contact the Department of Water Resources at (800) 272-8869 or write to DWR, Publications Unit, 1416 9th Street, Room #338, Sacramento, CA 95814.
Towing Tips for Trailer Sailors
Explains the proper use and maintenance of a recreational boat trailer.
Tuolumne River – Boating Trail Guide
Covers the Tuolumne from Don Pedro Dam to Yosemite National Park
Tomales Bay
Safe Boating Hints Series
Towing Sports
Covers the legal requirements, restrictions and safety practices for towing sports.
Trinity River, A Boating Trail Guide to the
Windsurfing
Offers safety and weather flag advice, as well as a hypothermia chart.