WA ST Parks and Recreation Commission 12/16/2021

Intergovernmental Agreement NOTES • Any Officers/ Deputies designated as Certified Boating Education Instructors must be listed as Instructors qualified for the Adventures in Boating course by the State Parks Education and Outreach coordinator. • State Parks considers education and outreach activities a key component of preventing boating injuries and fatalities. Classroom instruction,school presentations and participation in community events, Dealer and Rental site visits, and effective use of media are crucial to preventing boating accidents and fatalities. Agencies are not required to engage in all education and outreach activities described below but should pursue a mix of tactics appropriate for their area of operation. Education and Outreach Tactics and Suggested Goals • Education Classes: Classroom instruction of the Adventures in Boating course sanctioned by Washington State Parks that qualifies passing students to obtain a Mandatory Boater Education Card. ■ Small = 15 students, 1 Class ■ Medium = 20 students, 1 Class ■ Large =50 students, 1 Class • Boating Safety Presentations to Groups: Presentations to various groups such as yacht clubs, kayak clubs, anglers, and any groups that use boats on the water. ■ Small = 10 hours ■ Medium = 15 hours ■ Large=25 hours • Boating Safety Presentations to Schools: Presentations to local public and or private schools K- 12, and colleges/universities. ■ Small= 10 hours ■ Medium = 15 hours ■ Large= 25 hours • Vessel Rental Site Visits:Visits to local vessel rental sites intended to ensure employees and renters are following guidance on the Motor Vessel Rental Safety Checklist.These can also be site visits to businesses that rent out kayaks, canoes, stand-up paddleboards, or other small non- motorized craft.The intent of visits in this case is to emphasize basic safety behaviors such as encouraging renters to always wear a life jacket and encouraging boating in low hazard areas. ■ Small = 2 ■ Medium =4 Page 61 of 64