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BOAT AMERICA – INTRODUCTORY SAFETY CLASS

OXNARD, CA: This summer, the U.S. Coast Guard released a summary of statistics on calendar year 2022 recreational boating incidents, revealing that there were 636 boating fatalities nationwide in 2022. Alcohol continued to be the leading known contributing factor in fatal boating accidents. 75 percent of fatal boating incident victims drowned. Of those drowning victims, 85 percent were not wearing a life jacket. Where boating instruction was known, 74 percent of deaths occurred on vessels Read more…

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Boating Skills & Seamanship

COAST GUARD COURSE UNDERSCORES IMPORTANCE OF BOATING SAFETY

OXNARD, CA: This summer, the U.S. Coast Guard released a summary of statistics on calendar year 2022 recreational boating incidents, revealing that there were 636 boating fatalities nationwide in 2022. Alcohol continued to be the leading known contributing factor in fatal boating accidents. 75 percent of fatal boating incident victims drowned. Of those drowning victims, 85 percent were not wearing a life jacket. Where boating instruction was known, 74 percent of deaths occurred on vessels Read more…

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USCG Safe Boating Open House May 20, 2023

OXNARD, CA.: U.S. Coast Guard Station Channel Islands will host it’s Annual Safe Boating Open House on Saturday May 20, 2023. The event is the start of National Safe Boating Week. 200+ people are expected to visit the station from 10:00AM to 2:00PM. The station is located at 4201 S. Victoria Ave. Oxnard. Free admission and parking. USCG Boat Tours & Helicopter Rescue Highlights include USCG Helicopter rescue demonstration over Channel Islands Harbor! Ventura County Read more…

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Coast Guard New Recruiting Site

THIS IS COAST GUARD When you join the U.S. Coast Guard, you’ll work with passionate individuals who share your drive to save lives, serve others and your country, and shield our nation from threats. If you have a sincere desire to make the world a better place while setting yourself up for a bright future, Coast Guard service is for you. There’s no such thing as an average day in the Coast Guard Every day, Read more…

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USCG Boating Safety App Not Available

Effective: January 27, 2023 BOATING SAFETY APPLICATION FOR SMART PHONES The Coast Guard Boating Safety application has allowed smart phone users on the Apple and Android mobile operating system platforms to input a profile, email a float plan, review safety equipment requirements, and obtain emergency assistance, as well as other features. Unfortunately, the application is no longer available in the application stores since updates have not been possible. The Coast Guard is exploring the future Read more…

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Coast Guard ‘Always Ready’ at 25th Fall Festival

MOORPARK, CA. – The United Stated Coast Guard Auxiliary members will be on hand to help answer your questions about safe recreational boating during the Public Safety Weekend at Underwood Family Farm’s “25th Annual Fall Harvest Festival” on Saturday and Sunday October 1- 2, 2022. The Coast Guard motto is Semper Paratus, meaning – Always Ready.  Auxiliarist Patrick Newburn, Public Affairs Officer said, “This is a fun and informative event for the whole family to see and learn about the life saving operations of the Coast Guard.” Coast Guard Auxiliarists will provide safety Read more…

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EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING

August 31, 2022 – September 5, 2022 (WEDNESDAY-LABOR DAY) : Significant long duration heat wave likely away from the immediate coast Ventura County, CA: The National Weather Service is forecasting a prolonged period of high temperatures that is expected to impact Ventura County over the next week. In some areas, these temperatures are expected to be record-setting, with poor overnight recovery. Additional information related to this heat event can be found in the attached PowerPoint presentation Read more…

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 Boating Skills & Seamanship Course

 Boating Skills & Seamanship  Saturday & Sunday, September 17 & 18, 2022  Saturday, September 24, 2022 (Optional)  0900 – 1700 hrs.  Pierpont Bay Yacht Club (Ventura Harbor)  The U. S. Coast Guard Auxiliary’s Boating Skills and Seamanship (BS&S) course is the boater certificate course designed for both the experienced and novice boater. The course consists of eight core required two-hour lessons. Successful course completion will entitle you to obtain a California Boater Card (soon to Read more…

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California Coastal Cleanup Day (Sat. Sept 17, 2022)

The California Coastal Commission is happy to announce that the 38th Annual California Coastal Cleanup Day will take place Saturday, September 17, 2022 from 9am to Noon in most locations. As Covid restrictions have lifted across the state, many local organizers will be returning to in-person cleanups, depending on their local conditions. You’re busy that Saturday morning? You can still participate in Coastal Cleanup! Clean up your neighborhood, parks, and local area anytime during the Read more…

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Safe Boating Open House

OXNARD, CA: National Safe Boating Week, May 21-27, is a good time to refresh on safe and responsible boating and make sure you have all safety measure in place before heading out. Boaters and their families are invited to attend the Safe Boating Open House at U.S. Coast Guard Station Channel Islands on Saturday May 21 where local organizations and agencies will be onsite to provide information on the latest in boating safety. The event Read more…

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September 2022 National Preparedness Month

It’s officially the first day of National Preparedness Month! National Preparedness Month is an observance each September to raise awareness about the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies that could happen at any time..It’s important to have a plan before a disaster happens!Click Here to Make a Plan!During and after a disaster you may need to survive on your own for several days. Being prepared for such an event means having your own food, water and other supplies in an emergency Read more…

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