Marine Safety Instructor Training - Interested in becoming a trainer?

WHAT: BBRSDA is offering a stipend to cover travel and accommodation in Seward, AK for fishermen to take this course to become a Marine Safety Instructor.

WHY: BBRSDA is supporting training more trainers so that more safety classes can be offered within Bristol Bay during preseason. These classes are popular with crew and captains alike but they have been limited by the availability of instructors during this busy time.

WHO: Bristol Bay fishermen or residents who are committed to teaching Drill Conductor classes in Naknek and/or Dillingham preseason in late May or early June.

WHERE: Seward, AK at AVTEC

WHEN: April 14-18, 2025

HOW MUCH? Tuition is FREE to commercial fishermen and BBRSDA will cover travel and accommodation (up to $2000), your only investment will be your time!

NOW WHAT? If you are interested in gaining this training, teaching the fleet in Bristol Bay and you are available to be in Seward April 14-18 please contact Frances@bbrsda.com (907) 677-2371