Author: WaterSportsFoundation

NauticEd Press Kit

NauticEd is recognized as the leading international and fastest-growing North American sailing and boating education company.

Wear Your Life Jacket at Work Day

Hosted by the National Safe Boating Council, this annual event is a fun, educational way to heighten life jacket awareness.

Rental Boat Safety Programs and Contact Info

Summary: Rental Boat Safety is a National Boating Safety Program funded by the U.S. Coast Guard that promotes safe boating practices. This campaign targets non-traditional boaters that do not actively participate or engage in the boating lifestyle. The rental boat market is rapidly expanding. Rental Boat Safety partners directly with Rental Liveries, BLA’s and customers, […]

NBSC Safe Boating Campaign

The NBSC Safe Boating Campaign is a yearlong effort focused on spreading the message of boating safety and the importance of always wearing a life jacket each time a boater is on the water, no matter what the activity may be.

NauticEd National Boating Safety Programs

NauticEd Sailing Education Company Offers: (1) The American National Standards Boating Safety Course, (2) Free Online ColRegs Navigation Rules Course, (3) Yacht Chartering Boating Knowledge and Safety Course and (4) International License Boating Courses

USCG Logos & Graphics

Logos and graphics from different US Coast Guard programs, in a range of formats and sizes.

Spanish Language Life Jacket Graphics

Graphics and images with life jacket messages in Spanish.

Rental Boat Safety Media Resource Kit

Media materials, including boat-specific training (ranging from power boats to PWCs, canoes/kayaks and stand up paddleboards) covering such topics as basic navigation rules, general safe operating procedures, towing, lifejacket wear, and refraining from use of alcohol while boating.

Rental Boat Safety Suggested Social Media Post Content

Suggested social media post content from Rental Boat Safety, with both copy and images.

RBFF Safe Boating Social Media Campaign

Graphics, photos and post content campaign from the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation.

Boating Accidents and Fatalities in 2019, Ranked by State

Using statistics from the US Coast Guard, the National Safe Boating Council compiled a list of states, ranked by fatalities and accidents in 2019.

ABYC Press Kit

The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) is a non-profit member organization that develops voluntary global safety standards for the design, construction, maintenance and repair of recreational boats.

Sea Tow Foundation Quick Reference

Sea Tow Founda4on’s mission is to promote safe boating practices that directly reduce fatalities, injuries,
and property damage related to recreational boating.

VHF Marine Radio

A basic illustrated overview of the standard VHF marine radio, provided by Freedom Boat Club

Handheld VHF Marine Radio

A basic illustrated overview of the handheld VHF marine radio, provided by Freedom Boat Club

Understanding Tides

Tide is the alternate rising and falling of the sea due to the attraction of the moon and earth.

How to Choose the Correct Children’s Life Jacket

Children’s life jackets come in all different sizes and styles, depending on the child’s body weight and comfort in the water. Here are some tips for helping choose what works best for your kids.