Coast Guard Station San Diego was recently the first Coast Guard unit to utilize the new Use of Force Authority. This allows Coast Guard Pursuit Coxswains to stop a Non-Compliant Vessel. A Coxswain is a person in charge of a boat. They are responsible for its navigation and steering. The coxswain has the authority to direct all boat and crew …
NOAA’s Pacific Marine Environmental Laboratory (PMEL) is a federal laboratory based in Seattle, Washington, with additional offices in Newport, Oregon. PMEL makes critical observations and conducts groundbreaking research to advance our knowledge of the global ocean and its interactions with the earth, atmosphere, ecosystems, and climate. These observations are used to improve weather and climate predictions, fisheries management, and coastal …
The National Association of State Boating Law Administrators is a national nonprofit organization. They work to develop public policy for recreational boating safety. NASBLA represents the recreational boating authorities of all 50 states and the U.S. territories. They are an integral part of our nations boating safety programs.
How to Purchase a CT Fishing license is one of many videos created by the Connecticut Department of Energy & Environment Protection. Their mission is to conserve, improve and protect our natural resources and environment. They help to ensure a clean, affordable, reliable and sustainable energy supply. The CT DEEP main hub is the Online Sportsmen Licensing website that does …
In this video, we showcase the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Stone. Also, the Coast Guard’s continued operations to control, secure, and defend the southern border and maritime approaches. This applies the full range of the Coast Guards unique authorities and capabilities. The men and women of the Coast Guard are doing everything in their power to keep drugs off our …
Connecticut Boating Certificates LLC teaches classes for Connecticut boating. It is a fact that Safe Boating saves lives and we are proud to contribute to that fact. Too many fatalities could have and should have been avoided. Therefore, simply following some structured procedures will help prevent unnecessary accidents.
A typical day turned nightmare. Officer Crockett’s recollection of being ejected from his boat on a routine pull over. He had an inflatable life jacket on that deployed. His boat continued to circle. He was able to swim for his life and get away from the boat. He did not have his ECOS lanyard attached. Most people do not survive …
Brand new is the NOAA Blue IQ. Explore NOAAs brand new 5 video series. Let ocean and coastal safety expert Bruckner Chase educate beachgoers about common threats in coastal waters. The series addresses the disconnect between ocean conditions and what people think they know about beach safety. There is a focus on swimming strength. Each year, Americans lose their lives …
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