Useful Resources & Contacts
Discover crucial resources and essential contacts for your watercraft needs. From maintenance guides to reliable service providers, access valuable information to ensure your watercraft is in top condition for all your aquatic adventures.
United Kingdom
Canal and River Trust
Managing the navigable waterways of England and Wales
0303 040 4040 (All Enquiries)
Environment Agency
Managing the navigable waterways of England and Wales
Anglian waterways: Boat Registration and Application Forms
River Thames: Boat Registration and Other Charges
HM Coast Guard
If you need urgent help please call 999 or 112 and ask for coastguard
0203 817 2000 (General Enquiries)
RNLI
If you need urgent help please call 999 or 112 and ask for coastguard
0300 300 9990 (General Enquiries)
Information for mobile phones, beacons, UHF and tranmitters can be found here
Canal Planner
Inland waterways route planner and waterways resources
Information for mobile phones, beacons, UHF and tranmitters can be found here
The Inland Waterways Association
Campaigning for the use, maintenance and restoration of the inland waterways.
01494 783 453
Information for mobile phones, beacons, UHF and tranmitters can be found here
Swan Sanctuary
The Swan Sanctuary is on 24-hour alert, 365 days a year. When a ‘swan in distress’ call comes in the local rescue squad is on its way within minutes. At the scene the rescuers assess the situation and provide ‘front-line’ emergency treatment. More seriously injured birds are then rushed to the sanctuary for intensive care.
01932 240790 (EMERGENCY CALL)
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THE EXACT LOCATION OF THE SICK OR INJURED SWAN TO HAND FOR US TO PASS ON TO OUR RESCUERS
RSPCA
If you need to report animal cruelty or just need advice about general pet care, animal welfare law, animal rehoming or vet care – we’re here to help.
Australia
Boat Registrations
Australian Maritime Safety Authority
Boat License Practical Log Book (PDF)
Boating Hand Book (PDF)
https://www.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2021-03/boating-handbook.pdf
Marine Rescue NSW app
The Marine Rescue NSW app makes it easier than ever for boaters to stay safe on NSW waters. It’s the only app that connects you directly to Marine Rescue NSW.
United States
United States Coastguard
In an emergency and need of Coast Guard assistance should use: VHF-FM Channel 16 (156.8 MHz) or dial 911
United States Boat Registrations
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American Boating Association
ABA encourages every boater to be serious about boating safety, starting with the proper kind and amount of boater training.
Electronic Navigational Charts (NOAA ENC®)
NOAA ENCs use vector data to help provide real-time ship positioning, as well as collision and grounding avoidance.