Every child should have the opportunity to: play in a safe place, explore nature, learn to swim, go fishing, follow a trail, camp under the stars, ride a bike, go boating, connect with the past, and plant a seed.
Knowing how to swim does not make you drown-proof. Find out California’s life jackets laws, what type of life jacket to use and how to properly choose one.
Learn how to clean, drain and dry your vessel to stop the spread of harmful aquatic invasive species. Also, plan ahead. A number of California waterways have vessel restrictions in place.
Develops strategies for coastal infrastructure protection. Assesses the economic impact of sea-level rise on California beaches. Provides grants to public entities to plan, design and restore public beaches.
Monitors coastal and estuarine oceanography. Funds studies to improve boating facility, beach erosion, restoration design, and boating and maritime safety and access. Supports climate change data collection and studies.
Keep California’s waterways clean by using the restroom before boating or by properly disposing sewage at a pumpout station. Find the nearest pumpout station here.
Provides funding to local government agencies to augment their existing budget for boating law enforcement personnel, search and rescue operations, recovery of drowned bodies, etc.
Local public entities may apply for grants to plan, design, renovate, and construct launching ramps and facilities for motorized and non-motorized boats.
Local governmental agencies may apply for grants to purchase boats, boat patrol equipment, dive gear, etc. Funding may also cover training, law enforcement personnel, search and rescue operations, recovery of drowned bodies, etc.
Local private entities may apply for funding to plan, design, renovate and construct small craft harbors, marinas, dry storage facilities and fund emergency repairs.
Local public entities may apply for funding to plan, design, renovate and construct small craft harbors, marinas, dry storage facilities and fund emergency repairs.