Boating, navigation, outdoor skills, first aid & water access
Protect seagrass, prevent manatee strikes, follow speed zones, and anchor safely.
Why NMZs exist, how they protect manatees and seagrass, and key locations.
Required gear, re-entry after capsizing, weather awareness, and certified training.
Read clouds, understand lightning safety, gauge wind, and make go/no-go decisions.
Read nautical charts, understand channel markers, GPS chartplotters, and sonar.
Hook handling, casting awareness, proper fish handling, and sun protection.
Map reading, compass use, GPS tech, celestial navigation, and trail safety.
Drowning response, CPR, heat emergencies, marine animal injuries, and emergency communication.
Boat ramps, kayak launches, nature boardwalks, and fishing piers along the IRL.
Practice checking if a life jacket fits correctly and is safe to use.
Learn to read clouds and predict weather before heading out on the water.
Walk a canal or waterfront and identify navigation markers you see.
Test what floats and what sinks — and how life jackets keep you up.
Practice the steps for re-entering a kayak or small boat after capsizing.
Test how different bottom types affect how well an anchor holds.