Boating basics
The best way to come home safe is to prepare your boat, check your safety gear and know how to stay safe.
Understand the rules and build strong knowledge to keep safe
When you are out on the water, as a skipper you must:
The New Zealand Coastguard offers a range of courses for kayakers, skippers, radio operators and more.
Expert tip: The most at-risk group out on the water
Our boating expert talks about the group most at risk on the water and what they can do to ensure they come home safe.
