{"id":6566,"date":"2026-07-14T23:28:09","date_gmt":"2026-07-14T23:28:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dornsife.usc.edu\/wrigley\/?page_id=6566"},"modified":"2026-07-16T21:19:51","modified_gmt":"2026-07-16T21:19:51","slug":"wmsc-boating","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/dornsife.usc.edu\/wrigley\/visit-wrigley-marine-science-center-wmsc\/wmsc-diving-waterfront-services\/wmsc-boating\/","title":{"rendered":"Boating at WMSC"},"content":{"rendered":"\n  \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--featured-block image-left\"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--featured-block\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n  <div class=\"text-image-container\">\n    <div class=\"text-container\">\n\n      \n                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--section-title\">\n\n    \n  <h2>\n          Take to the Water\n      <\/h2>\n\n\n<\/div>\n      \n                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--description\">\n\n    \n  <p>Located on the leeward side of Catalina Island and protected from open ocean swells, WMSC offers access to miles of scenic coastal nearshore habitats and pristine offshore open-water environments, both of which provide excellent boating opportunities for research and educational purposes. WMSC is in the heart of the Blue Cavern Onshore State Marine Conservation Area, giving boaters access to clean and clear ocean waters protected from fishing, anchoring, and collecting.<\/p>\n<p>For detailed information about our boating program, including the types of boats available, boater training, and more, see the FAQ at the bottom of this page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n      \n          <\/div>\n\n          <div class=\"image-container\">\n            \n<div class=\"f--field f--image\">\n\n    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n              \n      <img\n                            data-src=\"https:\/\/dornsife.usc.edu\/wrigley\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/116\/2026\/05\/Anya-USC_WIES_REU_Kevin_20250724-5-768x768.jpg\"\n          data-srcset=\"https:\/\/dornsife.usc.edu\/wrigley\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/116\/2026\/05\/Anya-USC_WIES_REU_Kevin_20250724-5-768x768.jpg 768w\"          data-sizes=\"(min-width:1024px) 50vw, (min-width:768px) 100vw, 100vw\"          class=\"lazyload\"\n        \n                  alt=\"a researcher wearing dive gear and holding an underwater slate holds his mask to his face as he prepares to fall backward off the side of a boat into the water\"\n        \n        \n                                      \/>\n\n    \n    \n  \n  \n\n<\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    \n  <\/div>\n\n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n  \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--spacer \"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--spacer\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n        \n    \n    \n        \n    \n    \n        \n    \n  \n\n  \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--interactive-content-pane \"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--interactive-content-pane\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n<div class=\"inner-wrapper\">\n  <div class=\"left\">\n              \n<div class=\"f--field f--section-title\">\n\n    \n  <h2>\n          Boating Overview\n      <\/h2>\n\n\n<\/div>\n      \n    <div class=\"pagination-wrapper\">\n      <ul class=\"interactive-content-pane-pagination\"><\/ul>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"right\">\n          <div class=\"swiper\">\n        <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                      <div class=\"swiper-slide\">\n              <h3 class=\"pane-title\">\n                About the WMSC Fleet\n              <\/h3>\n                                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--description\">\n\n    \n  <p class=\"p1\">WMSC maintains a fleet of approximately 10 vessels. Depending on maintenance schedules and staffing, these vessels are available for use by academic visitors. Some boats can be operated solely by visitors, while others require the assistance of WMSC boat crew.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">All available vessels are in proper working order, covered under BoatUS Vessel Assist Tow Membership, and equipped with serviceable required equipment such as VHF radios, Personal Floatation Devices, distress signaling devices, fire extinguishers, SCUBA diving support equipment, and current vessel registrations.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">The fleet consists of two size classes. \u201cSmall Vessels\u201d are 11-21 feet in length, powered by maximum 50 horsepower Honda outboards, and enable access to the Small Boat Boundary (SBB). \u201cLarge Vessels\u201d are 16-23 feet in length, powered by Honda outboards up to 150 horsepower, and grant access to the Large Boat Boundary (LBB). Maps and full vessel information are available in the Boating Safety Manual, Appendices III and IV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n                          \n  \n                              <ul>\n                                            <li>\n                                \n<div class=\"f--field f--link\">\n\n    \n    \n  \n<a \n  class=\"link\"\n  href= https:\/\/dornsife.usc.edu\/wrigley\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/116\/2025\/06\/Boating-Safety-Manual-June-2025-compressed.pdf\n    aria-label=\"Read more about Boating Safety Manual\"  \n>\n    Boating Safety Manual \n  <svg version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" viewBox=\"0 0 35 35\" enable-background=\"new 0 0 35 35\" width=\"25\" height=\"25\" xml:space=\"preserve\"><polygon fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" fill=\"#FC0\" points=\"19.3,27.5 29.3,17.5,19.3,7.5 16.3,10.4 21.4,15.4 6.7,15.4 6.7,19.6 21.4,19.6 16.3,24.6 \"\/><\/svg>\n<\/a>\n\n\n<\/div>\n                        <\/li>\n                                    <\/ul>\n                          <\/div>\n                      <div class=\"swiper-slide\">\n              <h3 class=\"pane-title\">\n                Reserving WMSC Boats\n              <\/h3>\n                                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--description\">\n\n    \n  <p class=\"p1\">Boats for research or educational purposes can be requested through the reservations form or Research Activities Plan in advance of your visit. For specific requests or questions, contact our <a href=\"mailto:toudin@usc.edu\">Marine Operations Manager<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>See the FAQ below for full details on reserving WMSC boats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n                          \n  \n                              <ul>\n                                            <li>\n                                \n<div class=\"f--field f--link\">\n\n    \n    \n  \n<a \n  class=\"link\"\n  href= https:\/\/dornsife.usc.edu\/wrigley\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/116\/2026\/02\/WMSC_ARAP_2026.pdf\n    aria-label=\"Read more about Research Activities Plan\"  \n>\n    Research Activities Plan \n  <svg version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" viewBox=\"0 0 35 35\" enable-background=\"new 0 0 35 35\" width=\"25\" height=\"25\" xml:space=\"preserve\"><polygon fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" fill=\"#FC0\" points=\"19.3,27.5 29.3,17.5,19.3,7.5 16.3,10.4 21.4,15.4 6.7,15.4 6.7,19.6 21.4,19.6 16.3,24.6 \"\/><\/svg>\n<\/a>\n\n\n<\/div>\n                        <\/li>\n                                    <\/ul>\n                          <\/div>\n                      <div class=\"swiper-slide\">\n              <h3 class=\"pane-title\">\n                Boater Requirements\n              <\/h3>\n                                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--description\">\n\n    \n  <p>All WMSC boaters must complete certain pre-certification requirements before arriving on the island. These requirements are different for USC individuals and visiting boaters. To ensure safe boating operations, you must also complete a waterfront orientation and boater training after your arrival at WMSC.<\/p>\n<p>For more information about pre-certification and training requirements and other Wrigley Institute boating policies, see the Boating Safety Manual or the FAQ below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n                          \n  \n                              <ul>\n                                            <li>\n                                \n<div class=\"f--field f--link\">\n\n    \n    \n  \n<a \n  class=\"link\"\n  href= https:\/\/dornsife.usc.edu\/wrigley\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/116\/2025\/06\/Boating-Safety-Manual-June-2025-compressed.pdf\n    aria-label=\"Read more about Boating Safety Manual\"  \n>\n    Boating Safety Manual \n  <svg version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" viewBox=\"0 0 35 35\" enable-background=\"new 0 0 35 35\" width=\"25\" height=\"25\" 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    <div class=\"header-container\">\n\n                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--section-title\">\n\n    \n  <h2>\n          FAQ: Boating and Boater Training\n      <\/h2>\n\n\n<\/div>\n      \n                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--description\">\n\n    \n  <p>WMSC operates a boating program to train students and researchers in the use of small vessels, and to provide small boats for use in educational and research activities.<\/p>\n<p>If you are interested in learning boating skills or renting a WMSC boat while you are at our campus, please review the information below to understand the relevant requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n      \n      \n    <\/div>\n  \n      <ul>\n              <li>\n          <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion-trigger \" id=\"heading-1-1-_Z-1R9_zEz\" aria-controls=\"section-1-1-_Z-1R9_zEz\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-disabled=\"false\">\n                          <span class=\"item-title\">About the Boating Program<\/span>\n            \n                      <\/button>\n\n          <div id=\"section-1-1-_Z-1R9_zEz\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"heading-1-1-_Z-1R9_zEz\" class=\"accordion-panel\">\n\n                            \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--rich-text \"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--rich-text\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n      \n<div class=\"f--field f--wysiwyg\">\n\n    \n  <p class=\"p1\">Located on the leeward side of Catalina Island, the Wrigley Marine Science Center (WMSC) maintains a fleet of small boats that allow access to miles of scenic coastal nearshore habitats typically protected from open ocean swells and in close proximity to pristine offshore open-water environments, both of which provide excellent boating opportunities for research and educational purposes. Based in the heart of the Blue Cavern Onshore State Marine Conservation Area, boaters have access to clean and clear ocean waters protected from fishing, anchoring and collecting, which impart some of the most natural marine environments in Southern California.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Boaters at the WMSC are taught by our resident staff via active training modules how to conduct safe boating operations and become knowledgeable vessel operators. We believe safe boating operations are paramount in the success and productivity of oceangoing field research activities.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">The USC Wrigley Institute for Environment and Sustainability (USC\/WIES) Boating Program is an active member of the\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/scientificboating.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s1\">Scientific Boating Safety Association (SBSA)<\/span><\/a>, with a mission to facilitate the development of safe and productive scientific boating operations for public and private institutions.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">For any questions about the Boating Program, contact Marine Operations Manager\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:toudin@usc.edu\"><span class=\"s1\">Trevor Oudin<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n            \n                      <\/div>\n        <\/li>\n\n              <li>\n          <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion-trigger \" id=\"heading-1-2-_Z-1R9_zEz\" aria-controls=\"section-1-2-_Z-1R9_zEz\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-disabled=\"false\">\n                          <span class=\"item-title\">About the Fleet<\/span>\n            \n                      <\/button>\n\n          <div id=\"section-1-2-_Z-1R9_zEz\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"heading-1-2-_Z-1R9_zEz\" class=\"accordion-panel\">\n\n                            \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--rich-text \"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--rich-text\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n      \n<div class=\"f--field f--wysiwyg\">\n\n    \n  <p class=\"p1\">WMSC maintains a fleet of approximately 10 vessels, whose availability is dependent on vessel maintenance schedules at the time of your visit. All available WMSC vessels are in proper working order, covered under BoatUS Vessel Assist Tow Membership, and come maintained with serviceable required boating equipment such as: VHF radios, Personal Floatation Devices, distress signaling devices, fire extinguishers, SCUBA diving support equipment, and current vessel registrations.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">The WMSC fleet of small vessels is comprised of two size classes: (1)\u00a0<b><i>Small Vessels<\/i><\/b>\u00a0from 11-21 feet in length, powered by no greater than 50 horsepower Honda outboards, that allow users access to the Small Boat Boundary (SBB) and (2)\u00a0<b><i>Large Vessels<\/i><\/b>\u00a0from 16-23 feet in length, powered by Honda outboards up to 150 horsepower, which grant access to the Large Boat Boundary (LBB). See\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/dornsife.usc.edu\/wrigley\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/116\/2025\/06\/Boating-Safety-Manual-June-2025-compressed.pdf\"><span class=\"s1\">USC\/WIES Boating Safety Manual<\/span><\/a>\u00a0APPENDIX III &amp; IV for maps and APPENDIX IV for vessel information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n            \n                      <\/div>\n        <\/li>\n\n              <li>\n          <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion-trigger \" id=\"heading-1-3-_Z-1R9_zEz\" aria-controls=\"section-1-3-_Z-1R9_zEz\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-disabled=\"false\">\n                          <span class=\"item-title\">USC Students and Employees: How to Become a Boat Operator<\/span>\n            \n                      <\/button>\n\n          <div id=\"section-1-3-_Z-1R9_zEz\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"heading-1-3-_Z-1R9_zEz\" class=\"accordion-panel\">\n\n                            \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--rich-text \"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--rich-text\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n      \n<div class=\"f--field f--wysiwyg\">\n\n    \n  <p class=\"p1\">USC\/WIES Boat Operators are separated into two groups:<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b><i>Trainees<\/i><\/b>, who can operate Small Vessels\u00a0within the SBB, and\u00a0<b><i>Boat Operators<\/i><\/b>, who can operate Large Vessels within the LBB. See the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/dornsife.usc.edu\/wrigley\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/116\/2025\/06\/Boating-Safety-Manual-June-2025-compressed.pdf\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Boating Safety Manual<\/b><\/span><\/a>\u00a0for details.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">In order to become a USC\/WIES boating Trainee, you must:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\">Complete a NASBLA-approved California State Boating Safety Course and apply for a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/californiaboatercard.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s1\">CA Boater Card<\/span><\/a>, then provide proof of course completion and CA Boater Card to the WMSC Marine Operations Manager. You must take your CA Boater Card with you on all voyages on WMSC vessels. We recommend the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/boatus.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s1\">BoatUS Boating Safety Course<\/span><\/a>\u00a0(free course, $10 for the CA Boaters Card).<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">All boat operators must complete a shore-based USC\/WIES Small Boat Orientation. The purpose of this orientation is to familiarize users with float plans, boating procedures, and the location and proper use of required boating equipment.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Once steps 1 &amp; 2 are complete, you must complete an on-water USC\/WIES Small Boat Operator Training that involves proficiency in the safe operation of small boats through hands-on boat handling operations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n            \n                      <\/div>\n        <\/li>\n\n              <li>\n          <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion-trigger \" id=\"heading-1-4-_Z-1R9_zEz\" aria-controls=\"section-1-4-_Z-1R9_zEz\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-disabled=\"false\">\n                          <span class=\"item-title\">Non-USC Students and Employees: How to Become a Boat Operator<\/span>\n            \n                      <\/button>\n\n          <div id=\"section-1-4-_Z-1R9_zEz\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"heading-1-4-_Z-1R9_zEz\" class=\"accordion-panel\">\n\n                            \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--rich-text \"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--rich-text\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n      \n<div class=\"f--field f--wysiwyg\">\n\n    \n  <p class=\"p1\">In order to be approved to operate USC\/WIES vessels, a\u00a0<b><i>Visiting Boat Operator<\/i><\/b>\u00a0(someone who is not USC faculty, student, or staff) must provide the Marine Operations Manager with proof of practical experience and operator training through one of the following:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\">A Verification of Training (VOT) letter from the home institution\u2019s Boating Safety Officer or equivalent, or<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">An SBSA Motorboat Operator Training Course (MOTC) certificate, or<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Equivalent information detailing boating experience to be evaluated and approved by the USC\/WIES Marine Operations Manager.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b><i>Visiting Boat Operators<\/i><\/b>\u00a0must also:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\">Provide the USC\/WIES Marine Operations Manager with a copy of their CA Boater Card and take the card on all voyages on WMSC vessels.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Complete applicable portions of the USC\/WIES Small Boat Orientation.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Complete applicable portions of the USC\/WIES Small Boat Operator Training.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p1\">Under most circumstances, visiting researchers may bring a vessel from their home institution to support filed research activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n            \n                      <\/div>\n        <\/li>\n\n              <li>\n          <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion-trigger \" id=\"heading-1-5-_Z-1R9_zEz\" aria-controls=\"section-1-5-_Z-1R9_zEz\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-disabled=\"false\">\n                          <span class=\"item-title\">Boat Availability<\/span>\n            \n                      <\/button>\n\n          <div id=\"section-1-5-_Z-1R9_zEz\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"heading-1-5-_Z-1R9_zEz\" class=\"accordion-panel\">\n\n                            \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--rich-text \"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--rich-text\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n      \n<div class=\"f--field f--wysiwyg\">\n\n    \n  <p class=\"p1\">Boats at the WMSC are typically available to approved boat operators throughout the year. However, during the peak summer months of May-August, as well as during December-April (when inclement weather is more common), availability of boats may be limited. Be sure to check availability in advance of your visit.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Although the waters around Catalina Island are normally calm, adverse weather conditions during your stay may have an impact on your research abilities. Please plan accordingly.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Inquire about boat availability or reserve a boat through our reservation form, the Research Activities Plan, or by contacting our <a href=\"mailto:toudin@usc.edu\">Marine Operations Manager<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n            \n                      <\/div>\n        <\/li>\n\n              <li>\n          <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion-trigger \" id=\"heading-1-6-_Z-1R9_zEz\" aria-controls=\"section-1-6-_Z-1R9_zEz\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-disabled=\"false\">\n                          <span class=\"item-title\">Conducting Research by Boat<\/span>\n            \n                      <\/button>\n\n          <div id=\"section-1-6-_Z-1R9_zEz\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"heading-1-6-_Z-1R9_zEz\" class=\"accordion-panel\">\n\n                            \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--rich-text \"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--rich-text\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n      \n<div class=\"f--field f--wysiwyg\">\n\n    \n  <p>The USC\/WIES Boating Program is happy to support your research activities. Prior to conducting research at WMSC, please submit a completed\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/dornsife.usc.edu\/wrigley\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/116\/2024\/07\/RAP_2024_fillable.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s1\">Research\u00a0Activities\u00a0Plan<\/span><\/a>\u00a0to\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:bm27081@usc.edu\"><span class=\"s1\">Brittany Martinez<\/span><\/a>\u00a0so we can ensure that we are equipped to support you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n            \n                      <\/div>\n        <\/li>\n\n              <li>\n          <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion-trigger \" id=\"heading-1-7-_Z-1R9_zEz\" aria-controls=\"section-1-7-_Z-1R9_zEz\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-disabled=\"false\">\n                          <span class=\"item-title\">Diving<\/span>\n            \n                      <\/button>\n\n          <div id=\"section-1-7-_Z-1R9_zEz\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"heading-1-7-_Z-1R9_zEz\" class=\"accordion-panel\">\n\n                            \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--rich-text \"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--rich-text\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n      \n<div class=\"f--field f--wysiwyg\">\n\n    \n  <p class=\"p1\">The USC Diving Safety Officer must approve all divers involved in SCUBA diving activities at WMSC, including those planning to dive off WMSC boats. All boaters at WMSC receive proper training on how to conduct safe boat-based SCUBA dives. For questions regarding SCUBA diving at WMSC, please contact the <a href=\"mailto:uscdso@usc.edu\">Diving Safety Officer<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">The\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/dornsife.usc.edu\/hyperbaric\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s1\">USC Catalina Hyperbaric Chamber<\/span><\/a>, an emergency medical facility for diving accidents, serves the Southern California area. It is part of the Wrigley Institute and is located on our waterfront. For information about support provided by the hyperbaric chamber, contact chamber director\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:huggins@usc.edu\"><span class=\"s1\">Karl Huggins<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n            \n                      <\/div>\n        <\/li>\n\n              <li>\n          <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion-trigger \" id=\"heading-1-8-_Z-1R9_zEz\" aria-controls=\"section-1-8-_Z-1R9_zEz\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-disabled=\"false\">\n                          <span class=\"item-title\">Rates and Fees<\/span>\n            \n                      <\/button>\n\n          <div id=\"section-1-8-_Z-1R9_zEz\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"heading-1-8-_Z-1R9_zEz\" class=\"accordion-panel\">\n\n                            \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--rich-text \"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--rich-text\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n      \n<div class=\"f--field f--wysiwyg\">\n\n    \n  <p>Please see our\u00a0<span class=\"s1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dornsife.usc.edu\/wrigley\/research\/wrigley-marine-science-center-wmsc\/visit-wmsc\/boating-faq\/#\">Rates and Fees<\/a>\u00a0page<\/span>\u00a0for information on boating fees and other related costs (housing, meals, crew time, transportation to the island, etc.) at WMSC. Contact\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:wrigleyreservations@usc.edu\"><span class=\"s1\">the WMSC reservations team<\/span><\/a>\u00a0with any questions regards rates, fees, and availability of non-boating resources, such as housing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n            \n                      <\/div>\n        <\/li>\n\n              <li>\n          <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion-trigger \" id=\"heading-1-9-_Z-1R9_zEz\" aria-controls=\"section-1-9-_Z-1R9_zEz\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-disabled=\"false\">\n                          <span class=\"item-title\">Important Contacts<\/span>\n            \n                      <\/button>\n\n          <div id=\"section-1-9-_Z-1R9_zEz\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"heading-1-9-_Z-1R9_zEz\" class=\"accordion-panel\">\n\n                            \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--rich-text \"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--rich-text\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n      \n<div class=\"f--field f--wysiwyg\">\n\n    \n  <p class=\"p1\">If you have questions about boating, diving, or related research activities at WMSC, please contact the appropriate individual from the list below.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Trevor Oudin<br \/>\n<\/b>Marine Operations Manager<br \/>\nPhone: (310) 510-4022<br \/>\nFax: (310)-510-1364<br \/>\nCell: (213)-447-5396<br \/>\nEmail:\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:toudin@usc.edu\"><span class=\"s1\">toudin@usc.edu<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>USC Diving Safety Officer<\/b><br \/>\nEmail:\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:uscdso@usc.edu\"><span class=\"s1\">uscdso@usc.edu<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Karl Huggins<br \/>\n<\/b>USC Hyperbaric Chamber Director<br \/>\nPhone: (310) 510-4020<br \/>\nFax: (310) 510-1364<br \/>\nEmail:\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:huggins@usc.edu\"><span class=\"s1\">huggins@usc.edu<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Victoria Sperow<br \/>\n<\/b>Dive Coordinator<br \/>\nPhone: (310) 510-0811<br \/>\nFax: (310) 510-1364<br \/>\nEmail:\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:sperow@usc.edu\"><span class=\"s1\">sperow@usc.edu<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Brittany Martinez<br \/>\n<\/b>Laboratory Coordinator<br \/>\nPhone: (310) 510-4074<br \/>\nFax: (310) 510-1364<br \/>\nEmail:\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:bm27081@usc.edu\"><span class=\"s1\">bm27081@usc.edu<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n            \n                      <\/div>\n        <\/li>\n\n          <\/ul>\n  \n  \n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n                    \n  \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--link-list \"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--link-list\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n      <div class=\"header-container\">\n\n                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--section-title\">\n\n    \n  <h2>\n          Additional Resources\n      <\/h2>\n\n\n<\/div>\n                        \n<div class=\"f--field f--description\">\n\n    \n  <p>The following resources cover additional information that may be useful to WMSC boaters, including boater licensing, training, and safety; weather that may affect boating activities; and tide information for boating and research.<\/p>\n<p>These links are to external, non-USC websites and are offered for informational purposes only. While these are generally considered authoritative resources, USC and the Wrigley Institute assume no responsibility for their accuracy or use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n          <\/div>\n  \n      <div class=\"links-container\">\n\n                        \n        \n          \n            <div class=\"column\">\n                <ul>\n                                                                  <li>\n                                \n<div class=\"f--field f--link\">\n\n    \n    \n  \n<a \n  class=\"link\"\n  href= http:\/\/scientificboating.org\/\n    aria-label=\"Read more about Scientific Boating Safety Association\"  \n>\n    Scientific Boating Safety Association \n  <svg version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" viewBox=\"0 0 35 35\" enable-background=\"new 0 0 35 35\" width=\"25\" height=\"25\" xml:space=\"preserve\"><polygon fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" fill=\"#000\" 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