26 Boats
The Coop Unit has two federally owned boats that are available only to faculty, students, and staff in the Unit. Importantly, you must fill out a federal volunteer form before you can even ride in any of the Unit’s boats (Mark can help you with this).
26.1 Fleet
| Name | Make & model | Length (ft) | Occupants |
|---|---|---|---|
| R/V Nerka | North River Seahawk Patrol | 21 | 6 |
| R/V Aves | Wing P4.7 Inflatable | 15.5 | 4 |
Any of the Unit’s trucks can tow the Wing inflatable, but you will need to use either the GMC Suburban or Ford F-350 to tow the North River.
26.2 Training
Before you can drive any of the boats, you need to complete the USGS Motorboat Operator Certification Course (MOCC). Mark also encourages people to complete the Washington State Boater Education course. Mark is a certified instructor for the USGS MOCC so you can work with him to schedule a training session.