Paddling Information

Everything you need to get started from experts who know the outdoors.

Tools for Your Boat

Just by adding a few simple items to your boat's maintenance kit, you can help ensure smooth sailing--and make cleaning up at the end of the day a breeze.

Advanced Coastal Navigation Course

Advanced marine navigation course (free and online).

Basic Boating Safety Course

This boating course is approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) and recognized by the U.S. Coast Guard. Successful completion of this safe boating course entitles most boat owners to a discount on marine insurance premiums.

Boating Safely for Kids

Young boaters (and young-at-heart boaters) - start boating safely and smartly.

Review Running Lights

Review Running Lights with this simulator - requires Flash player

Review Rules of the Road

Review Rules of the Road - requires Flash player

Review Aids to Navigation

Review Aids to Navigation with this simulator - requires Flash player

Marlinespike - Nautical Know How

Marlinespike is the art of seamanship that includes the tying of various knots, splicing, working with cable or wire rope, worming, parceling, serving and even making decorative ornaments from rope or line.

Navigate! Basics for Small Boats by Navigate!

While originally intended for police boat operators, this mini-course is designed to provide all Small Boat Professionals with the basics of navigation. Divided into modules, this free, online tutorial allows the student to chip away at the subject at a comfortable and steady pace.