The Internet has a wealth of knowledge and materials you can use to promote your business, bring awareness to public services, and promote safety. These different organizations in the database provide brochures, pamphlets, posters, coloring books and more for free (most are digital downloads). Some organizations actually mail out kits. These Free Online Resources for Marinas are interactive and will have more features in the coming months.
The database is now searchable by category. Enter a category into the search field under category. Categories include:
Marina Safety, Swimming Safety, Boating Safety, ESD, Electrical Compliance, Marketing, Safety Equipment, OSHA Compliance, Revenue Stream, Legal, Environmental, Financing, Accounting & Management, Informational Only, Child Oriented, Event
| Link | Description | Category |
|---|---|---|
| California’s Marine Protected Areas | A suite of brochures, regulatory and interpretive, have been created for MPAs across the state. Regulatory brochures often provide a detailed map of MPAs with coordinates, while the interpretive brochures provide detailed descriptions of MPAs, offer opportunities for recreation and more. Use the links below to navigate to brochures by region. | Environmental Marketing |
| Boating Safety Guide | Boating Safety Guide to help minimize risk, injury and property damage when using recreational boats. By taking preventive measures, you can maximize safe use and enjoyment of your boating experiences. | Boating Safety |
| Vessel & Equipment Checklist | Basic vessel and equipment checklist | Boating Safety Safety Equipment |
| Boating Departure Checklist | Basic departure checklist | Boating Safety |
| US Aids to Navigation System | A flip-book subtitled “What You Need to Know About the Markers on the Water. Flash Plug-in is required to view this resource. | Boating Safety |
| DSC for Recreational Boats | DSC is an automated calling system that is part of the. Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS). GMDSS is a major overhaul of the international system governing safety radio equipment on commercial ships to improve safety on the high seas. | Informational Only Boating Safety |
| Think Twice with Ice | Tips for staying safe on the Great Lakes during the winter. Brochure includes an ice plan. | Boating Safety |
| USCG Float Plan | Whether you are a power boater or kayaker, the USCG Float Plan works for you. Set up a basic plan ahead of time and save it on you computer. Update it when you decide where and when you’re going to go. Then, e-mail your completed plan to whoever you choose to follow up should you not return or check-in as planned. | Boating Safety |
| Boater & Boat Equipment Checklist | Confident and safe boating relies upon the boat and each person aboard being properly equipped. This checklist will help ensure you have what you need, and it offers suggestions for better or upgraded equipment that will further enhance your enjoyment all. | Safety Equipment Boating Safety |
| Pre-Departure Checklist | Pre-departure checklist ensures you have everything you need for a day on the water and you can have a safe vessel year round | Swimming Safety Boating Safety Safety Equipment |
| Link | Description | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Owlie Skywarn’s Weather Coloring Book | Learn more about dangerous weather and follow the warnings in this book. They may keep you, your family and pets alive! Read NWS Reprint Policy. | Child Oriented |
| Owlie Skywarn’s Flood Coloring Book | Owlie Skywarn explains the dangers of flooding, what to do in a Flash Flood Warning and signs to be aware of. | Child Oriented |
| Owlie’s Hurricane Weather Coloring Book | Owlie Skywarn explains Hurricanes and ways to stay safe | Child Oriented |
| Owlie’s Watch Out Lightning Ahead Coloring Book | Owlie Skywarn explains how lightning can hurt people, and to take cover | Child Oriented |
| Owlie Skywarn’s Tornadoes Coloring Book | Owlie Skywarn teaches how to stay safe during a tornado and how seek shelter | Child Oriented |
| Angler Wear It | Safe Boating Campaign Wear It Campaign | Swimming Safety Safety Equipment Boating Safety |
| Angler Wear It | Safe Boating Campaign Wear It Campaign | Swimming Safety Boating Safety Safety Equipment |
| 2020 Resource Kit | 2020 Resource Kit | Swimming Safety Marketing Event Boating Safety |
| Sharing Economy Boat Storage | Boat Storage | Boating Services |
