Boater101, the flagship program of CEERI, employs a multimedia approach to give participants an interactive experience that entwines boating recreation, environmental education, and scientific inquiry. The program utilizes an online course, instructional television, and related literature to ensure learning. Participants not only acquire maritime knowledge to last a lifetime, but they also gain valuable exposure to career opportunities within the marine industry.

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T.V. Series
The Boater101 T.V. series was developed supplemental material for the Boater101 course. These videos introduce students to Recreation, Safety, Environment and Careers in the marine industry. Click here to find out more information and see some short clips from the four T.V. episodes.

Developed through the Department of Environmental Protection, the Clean Marina Program addresses the environmental law, rules, and jurisdiction established for clean boaters, marinas, and boatyards. The focus is on prevention, making boaters, marinas, and boatyards aware of standards with which they must comply. The Clean Marina Program represents CEERI’s focus on environmental awareness and scientific inquiry.

Drowning consistently ranks as a leading cause of death each year for children 0-5 years of age. The SWIM101 Program addresses this alarming statistic with a water safety program for parents and caregivers of the early childhood population. SWIM101 trains parents and caregivers to effectively prevent drowning by teaching children at a very early age about water safety. CEERI is implementing this water safety program in daycare centers throughout South Florida with the use of interactive workshops, the animated character Sammy Starfish, and program materials such as a children’s BIG book, a parents’ guide, and a motivational video. The program encourages parents and caregivers to instill safe water and boating practices in children from an early age.