R E S O U R C E S &
Helpful Links
In case of emergency and in need of Coast Guard assistance you should use the following: Dial 911, (Ship to Shore Radio) VHF-FM Channel 16, or call your nearest Coast Guard unit.
(312) 946-1048
(773) 768-4093
The button below will take you to the 2015 Illinois Boater Registration and Safety Act information PDF. This is a MUST read for anyone boating in Illinois. You can also read more on the new laws from the Illinois General Assembly here.
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TIME FOR FUN!
Are you looking for places to enjoy the outdoors with your family and friends? We have a list of places nearby and in surrounding counties that include lakes and rivers for fishing, boat rentals, kayak rentals and more! Check out these awesome water recreation locations in the forest preserve district of:
Boat Safety Class
Stay tuned for information about the next Boat Safety Class, which takes place at the Marine Safety Unit, USCG, 555 Plainfield Rd., Willowbrook, IL and runs from 8 am to 4:30 pm. Cost of the materials and class is $35.00. For additional information contact Ronald Carlson, USCG Auxiliary Flotilla 35 Commander at: rwlk4@comcast.net.
This boating class will give you the knowledge needed to obtain a boat license or safety certification in many states. Many boat insurance companies will offer discounts on boating insurance to boaters who successfully complete the "About Boating Safely" class.
Topics include: Introduction to Boating, Boating Law, Boat Safety Equipment, Safe Boating, Navigation, Boating Problems, Trailering, Storing and Protecting Your Boat, Hunting and Fishing, Water-skiing and River Boating. You can read more HERE.
This is a highly recommended class for anyone new to boating, longtime boaters looking to brush up on their knowledge, and for families with children.
