Dockside

In this episode, we will be joined by Jonathan Thompson (California State Lands Commission), Thomas Jabusch (California Department of Fish and Wildlife), Drew Gantner (Solano County Water Agency), and Cara Roderick (California State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways). These experts will be talking about the Golden Mussels (GM), the new freshwater invasive mussel for California. We are going to learn about the GM's natural habitat, when and where it got here and where it is currently found in the state.  We are also going to learn about the mussel's biology, characteristics and its potential environmental and economic impacts. In addition, we will be learning about the state's efforts to prevent its further spread, and best management practices for water users. Important Websites: Golden Mussel Information: https://wildlife.ca.gov/Conservation/Invasives/Species/Golden-Mussel https://dbw.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=28996 Watercraft Inspections in California and Vessel Restrictions: dbw.parks.ca.gov/inspections Report Golden Mussels https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/716f884fb2b34bd8a905bff392719e12 Mussel Fee Sticker www.dmv.ca.gov/musselfee

In this episode, we will be joined by Don Anderson (District Captain for the District 11 Northern Region) and Susan Webb (Commander for the Greater Sacramento America's Boating Club-US Power Squadrons) and we'll be talking about the origin of each of these organizations, their mission, roles and services they provided to recreational boaters and water enthusiasts. Websites   America's Boating Club (US Power Squadrons) www.usps.org US Coast Guard Auxiliary: https://www.cgaux.org/  

In this episode we talk with Weston Boyles, the Founder and Executive Director of Rios to Rivers and Danielle Rey Frank, the Director of Development and Community Relations of Rios to Rivers. Rios to Rivers inspires the protection of rivers worldwide by investing in underserved and Indigenous youth who are intimately connected to their local waters and supporting their development as the next generation of environmental stewards. Today we will learn about the largest dam removal in history and the Indigenous Youth who will make the first descent down the newly freed river.

In this episode, we will be joined by Claire Combredet from The Bay Foundation, John Kappeler, Senior Engineer for the City of Newport Beach in Orange County, as well as George Hylkema, who inspects and maintains Newport's boat sewage pumpout units. We'll be talking about the Clean Vessel Act and more broadly on the importance of sewage pumpout and dump stations in California. We will cover what pumpout and dump stations are, why they are essential to maintaining good water quality and what The Bay Foundation's role is in championing this infrastructure and assisting with their upkeep and use. We will also discuss with George and John the importance of using the pumpout stations, challenges as well as best practices for boaters and marina managers. 

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.

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/CalTIP Californians Turn in Poachers and Polluters: 1-888-334-CALTIP (888-334-2258)  https://wildlife.ca.gov/Conservation/Marine/MPAs 

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.

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.

In this episode, we will talk with California State Parks and the California Coastal Commission Environmental Boating Program Manager, Vivian Matuk, and Yalin Yi, 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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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.

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

In this episode, we will talk with fisherman, boater and all-around waterman, Justin Hugron, about an accident that changed his perspective on wearing life jackets.

In this episode, we will discuss the whales that reside off the coast of California, their importance to our marine ecosystems, challenges these whales are facing, and the resources the public has to help with reporting and research.

In this episode, we will talk with Dr. Chris Lowe, professor in marine biology and director of the Shark Lab at California State University, Long Beach. Today we will learn about his career dedicated to studying baby and juvenile white sharks of Southern California and how we can enjoy the California Coastline safely, while operating our boats around these incredible species.

In this episode, we will meet Dr. Scott Coffin, a Research Scientist at the California State Water Resources Control Board. Dr. Coffin will be sharing with us information about microplastics, their definition, sources, how significant microplastic pollution problem is in California, what we currently know about the issue, what the state is doing about it, and what we can do to combat microplastics.

This episode, Dockside host Diana Fu interviews Kendall Soriano from The Bay Foundation about why a composting marine toilet is eco-friendly, economical and easy to use! Composting marine toilets are entirely self-contained waterless systems that offer many opportunities for boaters with heads aboard. Hear about the pros and cons of this technology – we hope that it may just help you make a decision about upgrading your onboard head! 

Learn from adventurer and environmentalist, Captain Liz Clark (author of Swell: A Sailing Surfer's Voyage of Awakening) who created  life she desired and left California on a surf adventure aboard her 40-foot sailboat, Swell.

In this episode we're taking a deep dive (get it) into the exciting sport of White Water Rafting with Rafting Magazine's editor Trevor Croft.

In this episode, we will talk about plastic pollution in California, what we currently know about the issue, what the state is doing about it, and some new programs that could help stem the tide of trash entering our waterways and oceans each year.

Along with all the strong, smart and talented women out there, today we spotlight the first Black woman to hold Commodoreship at a Los Angeles Yacht Club: Marie Rogers.

This episode, Dockside host Diana Fu interviews Northern California's Clean Vessel Act Team's program manager, Natasha Daniels, about how a mobile app called Pumpout Nav is bringing boat sewage disposal into the 21st century. Special guest Winston Bumpus (avid boater , member of the Sequoia Yacht Club (San Mateo County), Recreational Boaters of California and the Pacific Inter-Club Yacht Association) also shares his experiences using the Pumpout Nav app as a Bay Area-based boater.  

In this episode, we will talk about the California Boater Card, program objectives, how to get a card and dispelling some common misconceptions. We will meet, Kristi Jones, Program Analyst with California State Parks' Division of Boating and Waterways and Doug Powell, Retired Lieutenant from Contra Costa County Sheriff's Department as well as a member of the California State Sheriff's Boating and Watercraft Safety Committee, and a member of the California Boater Card Technical Advisory Group. They will be sharing with us how all of California's boaters can help improve safety in our waterways by getting a California Boater Card, how to get one and much more!

In this episode, listeners will navigate the often-confusing waters of boat marine sanitation devices, otherwise known as MSDs, with the help of the CA Clean Vessel Act teams.

This episode, San Francisco Estuary Partnership staffer talks about the impacts of boat sewage on waterways and raft up with experts from Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management.

During this episode, Mike Martino, Retired CA State Parks Aquatic Safety Chief and Mike Brousard, Retired CA State Parks Lifeguard Chief, will recount their most memorable and dangerous boat rescues, the impacts the accidents had on the environment and what boat operators can do to help prevent future accidents.

In this episode, we will be interviewing Bob Chedsey, Oil Spill Prevention Specialist at the CA Dept. of Fish and Wildlife Office of Spill Prevention and Response. We talk about the recent Orange County spill in Southern California, and some important information about oil spills in our state and get tips on what to do if people witness an oil spill. 

This episode, Alicia Kunz from Essex City Marina, Andrew Rehberg from Brisbane Marina, and Eric Chiu from Delta Bay Marina join San Francisco Estuary Partnership, the California State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways and the CA Coastal Commission to explore the ins-and-outs of managing a successful marina.