The California Department of Fish and Wildlife Office of Spill Prevention and Response, California State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways, and the California Coastal Commission are inviting marinas and yacht clubs to participate in free 2025 spill response workshops. These sessions provide critical training for facilities that work with motorized vessels.
Workshop Topics Include:
- California’s Oil Spill Response Structure
- Marinas & Yacht Clubs Spill Response Communication Packet
- New Real-Life Spill Case Studies: Lessons Learned & Best Practices
- Oil Spill Response Resources for Boating Facilities
Workshop Dates & Registration:
Tuesday, April 22, 2025, from 9:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Online Virtual Workshop — ports-ca.zoom.us/meeting/register/38b8DfrdQZOPl3QN73jiTg#/registration
Friday, May 2, 2025, from 9:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
In-Person: Santa Monica Windjammers Yacht Club, 13589 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, CA 90292
Free parking available
Register: Email [email protected]
Virtual Online Option Available — https://ports-ca.zoom.us/meeting/register/uSAMbLG5SLOIfVMBgNtZzg#/registration
Thursday, June 19, 2025, from 9:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
In-Person: Encinal Yacht Club, 1251 Pacific Marina, Alameda, CA 94501
Free parking available
Register: Email [email protected]
Virtual Option Available – https://ports-ca.zoom.us/meeting/register/sQLZIMQVRPeUohyxpCIrYw#/registration
All marina and yacht club personnel are encouraged to attend to strengthen spill response preparedness. This is an opportunity to enhance environmental protection efforts in California’s boating community.
