Boating basics
The best way to come home safe is to prepare your boat, check your safety gear and know how to stay safe.
Prepare your boat
Before you head out, check your boat is seaworthy.
For more information, check out the resources below.
Check your gear
You also need to check that you have the right safety gear and that it is in working order.
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.
