1. Safe Boating Program & Paddling Safety Initiatives
CWO Henderson
Sector Buffalo Auxiliary Operations Training Officer
AUXPAD
UPV Examinations
AUX Dock-Walking

2. AUXPAD Program Overview
Component of the AUX Recreational Boating Safety Program
Extends boating outreach.
Promotes life jacket wear.
Promotes operator compliance regarding required safety equipment.

3. “Increasing use of kayaks and stand-up paddleboards has brought more inexperienced swimmers into the lakes at dangerous times” – CDR Leanne Lusk, USCG Sector Lake Michigan

4. AUXPAD Ashore Activities
Public Affairs (PA)
Television / Radio
Newspaper / Community Newsletters
Social Media
Dealer Visits (PV)
Paddle craft Dealers / Rentals
Big Box Stores
Vessel Examinations (VE)
Dock Walking
Paddle sports Events / Meet-ups
Parks / Marinas
Public Education (PE)
Classroom
Parks / Marinas
Paddle sports Events / Meet-ups
Points of Sale / Rentals
Big Box Stores

5. Information Brochures

6. Uninspected Passenger Vessels (UPV) Examinations
6 pax for hire / > 100 tons
AUX UPV goals
General public outreach
Owner/vessel outreach
Offering courtesy UPV exams to owners/operators

7. AUX Dock-Walking
Walk marinas and marine areas where boaters are present.
Educate on marine safety, invasive species, & clean boating practices.
Distribute boater kits that include an oil/fuel absorbent pad; whistle; and brochures for Fed/State regulations; reporting procedures; life jacket selection; Clean, Drain, and Dry guidelines, etc.

8. Initiative Goals Have and wear a proper life jacket.
Be prepared and have proper safety equipment.
General awareness about all aspects of safety, including situational awareness and the need to practice skills.

9. CWO Chris Henderson Sector Buffalo Auxiliary Operations Training Officer