Dockside

In this episode we will talk with the International Bird Rescue about what they do, services they offer, their history, important contact information for the public and also about the widespread starvation event affecting Brown Pelicans, Brandt's Cormorants, and Common Murres.

Additional Resources:

• International Bird Rescue website: https://www.birdrescue.org/
• 1-866-SOS-BIRD  (866-767-2473) is the emergency toll-free Help...

Olympian, world‑class coach, and newly appointed Director of Olympic Sailing, Molly Vandemoer, joins our podcast for a deep and energizing conversation about grit, leadership, and the future of American sailing.  From her early days on the water to representing the U.S. at the 2012 Olympics, Molly shares the moments that shaped her, the mentors who guided her, and the lessons she now brings to the national program.

We explore ...

Millions of gallons of motor oil are used annually in California, but what happens if it gets dirty and drained? Today we are going to learn why "used oil" is an environmental problem as well as a useful resource in this episode. We'll look at how recycling operates, what new items are emerging, and the free programs that assist Californians in closing the loop, from auto shops and marinas to do-it-yourself changes. We'll explain h...

In this episode, We will learn about the non-profit California Trout, which works to revitalize waters for resilient wild fish and a better California. We will learn what they do to advocate for a future where freshwater ecosystems flourish and native fish thrive, leaving a legacy of clean water and healthy rivers for current and future generations. Today, we will talk with Redgie Collins, Director of Legal and Government Affairs o...

In this episode, we visit with the State Lands Commission about their behind-the-scenes role in conserving public lands, regulating maritime activity, and preventing invasive species from entering our waterways. Discover how this agency helps balance global trade with environmental protection.

Resources: https://www.slc.ca.gov/misp/

https://westernregionalpanel.org/

https://www.westernais.org/ballast-water

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In this episode, we will be joined by Kathi George, Director of Cetacean Conservation Biology and Adam Ratner, Director of Conservation Engagement with The Marine Mammal Center. We are going to dive deep into the Center’s history, mission, and services; species rescued, rehabilitated and released; and common reasons marine mammals are admitted to the center. We will also learn about data collected by the Center and the tools ...

In this episode, we will be joined by Cyril Derreumaux, a kayaker, extreme athlete, three times world record holder and the first person to complete solo kayak crossings of both the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans. We will discuss his preparation, experiences, challenges faced, and how he ensured his safety on such challenging journeys. Advocating to “live life to the fullest,” Cyril hopes his adventures inspire others to f...

In this episode, we will be joined by Joanna Andrade (California State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways Boating Safety Unit Manager), Sgt. Steve Barber (California State Parks), and Sgt. Travis Vessells  (San Bernardino County Sheriff) who will be sharing with us information on California recreational boating incidents. Learn how to report an incident, what’s the most common type and cause of boating incidents in ...

In this episode, we will be joined by Jonathan Thompson (California State Lands Commission), Thomas Jabusch (California Department of Fish and Wildlife), Drew Gantner (Solano County Water Agency), and Cara Roderick (California State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways). These experts will be talking about the Golden Mussels (GM), the new freshwater invasive mussel for California. We are going to learn about the GM’s natur...

In this episode, we will be joined by Don Anderson (District Captain for the District 11 Northern Region) and Susan Webb (Commander for the Greater Sacramento America's Boating Club-US Power Squadrons) and we’ll be talking about the origin of each of these organizations, their mission, roles and services they provided to recreational boaters and water enthusiasts.

Websites   America's Boating Club (US Power Squadrons) ww...

In this episode we talk with Weston Boyles, the Founder and Executive Director of Rios to Rivers and Danielle Rey Frank, the Director of Development and Community Relations of Rios to Rivers. Rios to Rivers inspires the protection of rivers worldwide by investing in underserved and Indigenous youth who are intimately connected to their local waters and supporting their development as the next generation of environmental stewards. T...

In this episode, we will be joined by Claire Combredet from The Bay Foundation, John Kappeler, Senior Engineer for the City of Newport Beach in Orange County, as well as George Hylkema, who inspects and maintains Newport’s boat sewage pumpout units. We’ll be talking about the Clean Vessel Act and more broadly on the importance of sewage pumpout and dump stations in California. We will cover what pumpout and dump station...

Learn from Deborah Holmes with the California State Parks Division of Boating & Waterways Surrendered and Abandoned Vessel Exchange (SAVE) Program, Andrew Kershen, Staff Attorney with the California State Lands Commission, and with Sergeant Samuel H. Flores, Special Operations Division with the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office about abandoned vessels in California, why they’re a problem, options the state has to assist ...

In this episode, we will talk with Erika Delemarre, the Climate Resiliency Program Manager for California State Parks and Calla Allison, the Founder and Director of the Marine Protected Area Collaborative Network. We’ll be discussing the largest ecologically connected network of marine protected areas, or what we call “MPAs” in the world. This network includes 124 marine protected areas and 14 special closures alo...

The effects of boating under the influence can be fatal and heartbreaking for all involved. In this episode, we talk with Rhonda Campbell, California Victim Services Manager with Mothers Against Drunk Driving and Deputy John Canepa with the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Department about boating under the influence (BUI). We’ll learn about how BUI differs from driving under the influence (DUI), some important and shocking...

In this episode, we will talk with California State Parks and the California Coastal Commission Environmental Boating Program Manager, Vivian Matuk, and Yalin Li, Senior Associate with the California Product Stewardship Council about marine flares, their importance, requirements for boats, why expired marine flares are considered hazardous waste, why they are an issue for our state, and what the state is doing to solve this issue.&...

In this episode, we will talk with Scott Harding, Theresa Lorejo-Simsiman, Dave Steindorf, and Jeff Venturino who have spent their lives making impacts on California Rivers by working with American Whitewater and promoting California River Stewardship. This is episode is part of a 3-part series in partnership with American Whitewater, a national river conservation nonprofit with a mission to protect and restore America’s Whit...