Marine Biology Boating Operations

Boating Program Description

Click here for a copy of the MBRD Boating Handbook 

New Boat Operator Authorization Procedure

First contact Eddie Kisfaludy and submit your experience as the primary operator of small boats while operating in the ocean. This description should include the types of vessels, estimated time as primary master, and the environments in which you operated the boats. If determined as an elagible MBRD boat operator canidate, proceed with the following steps:

1. Watch the new Marine Biology Boat Training Video in HD
2. Review the Procedure for Launching a Boat from Scripps Pier
   
3. Print out and review the Boating Handbook, paying particular attention to the Weather and Emergency Procedures sections
   
4. Print out the Boat Launching Checklist
   
5. Review the Most Common Boat Launching Mistakes
6. Take the Online Course for Small Boating. When you pass, you will receive your boating safety education certificate, approved by the California Department of Boating & Waterways, by mail. After about 4-6 weeks, your certificate will arrive. Send a copy to Eddie Kisfaludy. MC: 0202. (You do not need to have a certificate copy in hand before you schedule a boat checkout)
   
7. E-mail Eddie Kisfaludy to schedule a checkout and be sure to bring the Boat Launching Checklist and Boating Handbook with you along with a hat and sunglasses.

Scheduling a Whaler 

Scheduling an MBRD whaler is easy. After receiving your login information and boat key, proceed to Schedule Pointe and follow the instructions on the  home page. 

San Diego Weather

• Swell Forecast for Scripps Pier
  
• National Weather Service San Diego
• Coastal Data Information Program
• La Jolla Surfing & Weather
• National Weather Service Marine Forecasts
• Scripps Pier Wx Observations

Other Boating Documents

• Advanced Boat Handling Proceedures
• Boating Emergency Phone List
• SIO Small Boat Operators Contact List
• US Coast Guard Float Plan
• Trailering Tips

Useful Boating Sites 

• Scientific Boating Safety Association
  
• Boat Training Classes
• US Coast Guard Auxiliary: Free boat exams and safety checks
• CA Department of Boating and Waterways
• How to Boat Responsibly

Chartering a Boat

Contact Bob Beiner at SIO Purchasing if you are planning to charter a small boat. 

Questions?

Feel free to e-mail or call Eddie Kisfaludy at (858) 534-4777 or stop by Hubbs Hall 2400 (2nd floor, NE corner)

Remember that for small boat, near-shore operations, PIs are expected to ensure that the boat meets applicable boating safety regulations of the USCG, state and local authorities, and to exercise prudent judgement about the safety of such operations.