Dockside

Ep 27 -- Tackling Abandoned and Unwanted Vessels in California

Learn from Deborah Holmes with the California State Parks Division of Boating & Waterways Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange (SAVE) Program, Andrew Kershen, Staff Attorney with the California State Lands Commission, and with Sergeant Samuel H. Flores, Special Operations Division with the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office about abandoned vessels in California, why they’re a problem, options the state has to assist public agencies and boaters in preventing recreational vessels from being abandoned in our waterways and when they are abandoned, to assist with their disposal, and much more.

Ep 26 --California’s Marine Protected Areas: From Design to Management

In this episode, we will talk with Erika Delemarre, the Climate Resiliency Program Manager for California State Parks and Calla Allison, the Founder and Director of the Marine Protected Area Collaborative Network. We’ll be discussing the largest ecologically connected network of marine protected areas, or what we call “MPAs” in the world. This network includes 124 marine protected areas and 14 special closures along the length of the California Coast. In this episode we will explore tips for responsible recreation in MPAs, learn about different MPA designations and regulations, and how you support a healthy ocean for generations to come.  
Resources: 
MPA Collaborative https://www.mpacollaborative.org/ https://wildlife.ca.gov/Enforcement/CalTIPCalifornians Turn in Poachers and Polluters: 1-888-334-CALTIP (888-334-2258) https://wildlife.ca.gov/Conservation/Marine/MPAs 

Ep 25 -- Boating Under the Influence

The effects of boating under the influence can be fatal and heartbreaking for all involved. In this episode, we talk with Rhonda Campbell, California Victim Services Manager with Mothers Against Drunk Driving and Deputy John Canepa with the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Department about boating under the influence (BUI). We’ll learn about how BUI differs from driving under the influence (DUI), some important and shocking statistics, penalties, and much more.

Ep 24 -- Paddlesports Leash Safety on Rivers with Evan Stafford

In this episode, we will talk with American Whitewater Communications Director, Evan Stafford about leash use for river surfers and stand-up paddlers. With the increased popularity of stand-up paddling and surfing on rivers, we will be discussing the safety concerns of leash use on rivers.

Ep 23 -- Marine Flares in California

In this episode, we will talk with California State Parks and the California Coastal Commission Environmental Boating Program Manager, Vivian Matuk, and Yalin Li, Senior Associate with the California Product Stewardship Council about marine flares, their importance, requirements for boats, why expired marine flares are considered hazardous waste, why they are an issue for our state, and what the state is doing to solve this issue. 

Ep 22--American Whitewater Series Part 3: Stewardship

In this episode, we will talk with Scott Harding, Theresa Lorejo-Simsiman, Dave Steindorf, and Jeff Venturino who have spent their lives making impacts on California Rivers by working with American Whitewater and promoting California River Stewardship. This is episode is part of a 3-part series in partnership with American Whitewater, a national river conservation nonprofit with a mission to protect and restore America’s Whitewater rivers and to enhance opportunities to enjoy them safely. 

Ep 21 --American Whitewater Series Part 2: Swift Water Safety

In this episode, we will talk with Julie Munger, Sean Norman and Charlie Walbridge who have all had careers in Swift Water Rescue and had pivotal roles in making whitewater paddling safer for the boating community. This is episode is part of a 3-part series in partnership with American Whitewater, a national river conservation nonprofit with a mission to protect and restore America’s Whitewater rivers and to enhance opportunities to enjoy them safely. 

Ep 20 -- American Whitewater Series Part 1: History of Whitewater Boating with Risa Shimoda, Jerry Meral and Richard Montgomery.

Join us while we will talk with Risa Shimoda, Jerry Meral and Richard Montgomery who have all played pivotal roles in the history of whitewater boating and the conservation of California Rivers. This is episode is part of a 3-part series in partnership with American Whitewater, a national river conservation nonprofit with a mission to protect and restore America’s Whitewater rivers and to enhance opportunities to enjoy them safely. 

Ep 18 -- Expanding Access to Sailing for People with Disabilities

California sailing expert Jane Dunn shares her work making sure boating is a great and safe experience for people with disabilities. We learn about her motivation, experience, challenges, her role expanding access to sailing/boating, and options for people with disabilities who want to enjoy boating.

Ep 17 -- The United States Coast Guard - Its Role, Mission and Services to Boating Safety and Environmental Protection

Learn about the US Coast Guard’s roles, mission, and services to boating safety, environmental protection and security.