Boat Safety Workshops
for Safer Boating Week and beyond
Bay of Plenty Regional Council is urging boaties to ensure they have at least two reliable ways to call for help while on the water.
Reminder: Maritime NZ has lots of safety advice plus
Courses available for all levels
Study in a classroom, from home or online
![Applies to a wide range of vessels including yachts, launches, powerboats, PWCs, sea kayaks, and waka. Course contents include learning about boating equipment.](http://www.maritimenz.govt.nz/images/recreational/maintain-boat2.jpg)
An introductory course for all members of the family or crew, including those new to boating.
![Applies to a wide range of vessels including yachts, launches and powerboats. Course contents include learning about navigation.](http://www.maritimenz.govt.nz/images/recreational/navigation.jpg)
A comprehensive course for boaties with some existing knowledge and experience.
![Learn to communicate a variety of messages. Course contents include learning about distress calls.](http://www.maritimenz.govt.nz/images/contact/radio.jpg)
The minimum requirement for all users of Marine VHF Radio.