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March 15, 2024
This spring, remember the boating safety seven! These are seven simple tips that serve as a helpful reminder to always boat safe while recreating on the water.
March 6, 2024
Are you ready to get on the water but need a few refresher tips before heading out? National Safe Boating Council's Boat on Course video series was created with boaters like YOU in mind!
March 1, 2024
The Safe Boating Campaign, a worldwide effort focused on responsible boating led by the National Safe Boating Council, has the largest online library of FREE resources to encourage new and experienced boaters to choose to boat responsibly. Whether you’re planning outreach for the remainder of the year or getting a…
February 24, 2024
It's always encouraging to see the next generation of boaters take a hold of the safe boating message and run with it! Check out this article written by West Ottawan student writer, Anne Uzelac.
February 15, 2024
Recently, we interviewed Captain Jon Meyer with Boat Safe Chicago and Boat Safe Great Lakes to learn more about his safe boating efforts.
February 8, 2024
Make sure to stop by and meet Twiggy the Water Skiing Squirrel at the 2024 International Boating and Water Safety Summit! IBWSS will be held April 8-11 in Albuquerque, NM.
February 2, 2024
Have you checked out America's Boating Channel? This is a FREE smart TV option featuring all of your favorite boating content - including NSBC videos, cooking shows, classic boating TV shows and movies, and more - available to stream completely for FREE!
February 1, 2024
During the boating off-season, take time to inspect your equipment and gear to maximize your time on the water in the next season. Visually inspect your boat, motor, trailer, batteries, life jackets, and all other safe boating equipment. Check the expiration date on your fire extinguisher, and make sure life…
January 29, 2024
This blog series continues to celebrate the efforts and impact of our Safe Boating Campaign partners around the world. Recently we interviewed Safe Boating Campaign partner Captain Sarah Lawrence, owner of Chesapeake Boating Academy, to learn more about her team’s safe boating outreach efforts. Chesapeake Boating Academy was established to…
January 21, 2024
Powerboats all rely on a motor with a propellor or “prop” as the means for propulsion of the vessel. Whether you’re headed out on your next fishing trip, performing maintenance on your engine, or participating in towed watersports with the family – it’s important to respect the propeller and transom…