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UW-Madison's Department of Engineering Professional Development Announces
New Docks and Marinas Short Course
AUGUST 8, 2011: MADISON, Wisconsin.The University of Wisconsin-Madison is pleased to announce a new offering in its line of Docks and Marinas Courses: “Rehabilitating Docks and Marina Facilities," to be held October 10–11, 2011 in Madison, Wisconsin. This course is designed for consulting engineers, marina designers, operators, and managers interested in rehabilitating existing facilities to extend useful life and/or increasing profitability.
This new two-day class will focus on:
· Evaluating existing marina facilities
· Planning & scheduling rehabilitation projects
· Implementing specific marina rehabilitation projects
This course will take you through the steps necessary to determine the cost and benefit of rehabilitating existing marina facilities. Attendees will learn how best to plan and schedule dock and marina rehabilitation projects. The course will specifically address technical aspects of the rehabilitation of basin protection, utilities, floating and fixed docks and landside facilities.
In addition to this new course, the University of Wisconsin-Madison will present, for the 37th consecutive year, the Docks and Marinas Class, December 1–2, 2011. This nationally and internationally recognized program provides members of the marina industry with the latest technical information. Engineers, designers, and developers, as well as marina owner/operators, will learn about the latest innovations and practical techniques from leaders in the field.
As a member of SOBA, you are entitled to receive a $100 discount when you enroll in any of the Docks and Marinas Courses.
Click on this link ( epd.engr.wisc.edu/2011SOBA) for more details.
For general information on University of Wisconsin-Madison Docks and Marinas courses visit: http://epd.engr.wisc.edu/docksmarinas
National Park Service
Sponsored by the National Park Service Rivers & Trails Program in 2004, this guide provides design guidance for developing canoe and kayak launches. Case examples, designs, and photos of launch sites are included.
NPS-Launch Guide
The Sport Fishing and Boating Partnership Council
The Sport Fishing and Boating Partnership Council is a federally chartered advisory committee established in 1993. The Council advises the Interior Department Secretary, through the director of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, on recreational fishing and boating issues. Its 18 members, who serve 2-year terms, include state resource agency directors, representatives of fishing and boating industries and associations, and experts in public outreach, resource conservation, and recreation (with the director of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the president of the International Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies serving as ex officio members).
SFBPC Web Site
Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation (RBFF)
RBFF is a nonprofit organization established in 1998 to increase participation in recreational angling and boating, thereby increasing public awareness and appreciation of the need for protecting, conserving and restoring the nation’s aquatic natural resources. RBFF also maintains a public Web site (www.WaterWorksWonders.org) that provides how-to and where-to information about boating, fishing and conservation for the public.
RBFF Web Site
Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies (AFWA)
The International Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies was founded in 1902 as a quasi-governmental organization of public agencies charged with the protection and management of North America's fish and wildlife resources
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AFWA Web Site
National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA)
The National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) and the States Organization for Boating Access (SOBA) signed on February 7, 2004, a memorandum of understanding pledging the two organizations to work cooperatively to further recreational boating and safety.
NASBLA Web Site
National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA)
The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) is the leading association representing the recreational boating industry in North America. NMMA member companies produce more than 80 percent of the boats, engines, trailers, accessories and gear used by boaters and anglers throughout the U.S. and Canada. The association is dedicated to industry growth through programs in public policy advocacy, market statistics and research, product quality assurance and promotion of the boating lifestyle.
NMMA Web Site
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