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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…
January 10, 2024
The National Safe Boating Council (NSBC), a national catalyst for recreational boating safety, has launched an awareness initiative to encourage all boaters to always wear a life jacket for themselves and everyone that depends on them. Wear It For Them is part of the NSBC’s Safe Boating Campaign, a worldwide effort…
January 8, 2024
The new year is here, and that means boat show season is upon us! Keep boating safety in mind as you spend time visiting boat shows. Whether you’re looking for a new boat, checking out the latest advancements in technology to add to your current powerboat, or adding to your…
January 2, 2024
With the second split of duck season underway, it’s important to remember that “Duck hunters are boaters too.” Remember these safe boating tips the next time you prepare for the next duck hunt. Wear a life jacket – Make sure everyone on board has on a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life…
December 28, 2023
At the Safe Boating Campaign, we are committed to sharing boating safety information that will help make the waterways a safer place. It’s our goal and responsibility to equip you with the knowledge to make safer boating decisions. It’s often said that ‘communication is key’, and that’s extremely important on…
December 20, 2023
As you’re planning your outreach for the new year, check out the 2024 Boating Safety Calendar to help guide your marketing and outreach efforts. Use this calendar to reference monthly topics and events that can help collectively share the safe boating message. 2024 Boating Safety Calendar January – Cold Water…