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Educational Resources and Support

Below are all the referenced documents and guides to help your community with buoy deployment, maintenance, and data utilization. For further questions, contact us at info@backyardbuoys.org.

Core Program Information

Regional Associations Directory

Directory of Integrated Ocean Observing System regional partners

Program Cost Information

Detailed cost breakdown including NANOOS and PacIOOS components

Equipment Documentation

Spotter Buoy Documentation

Technical documentation for the Sofar Spotter wave buoy

SD Card Management Guide

Instructions for SD card management and data download

Equipment Supply List

Comprehensive list of required mooring equipment and supplies

Deployment and Safety

Permitting Guidelines

Comprehensive guide for required permits and authorizations for buoy installation

PNW Deployment Instructions

Guidelines for deployment and recovery in the Pacific Northwest

Maritime Safety Guidelines

Maritime safety guidance and requirements from US Coast Guard

Required Forms

Deployment Log Template

Fillable template for recording deployment plans and field notes

Participation Waiver

Consent, waiver, release, and indemnity agreement for participants