Media

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.

First Mate Checklist

Does everyone on board have a life jacket that fits? Where are the fire extinguishers located? Do your lights and horn work? This resource is a great general boating safety checklist.

Host a Life Jacket Loaner Station

Be a host for a Life Jacket loaner station with help from the Sea Tow Foundation

ACA Safety Series

An informative series of 15 infographics, covering a range of important boating safety topics.

Social Distancing When Boating

Enjoy your boat, the water and the fresh air; but enjoy it while boating responsibly.

Spread Awareness About Safe Boating

This one-sheet outlines the different safe boating programs from the Sea Tow Foundation.

Lightning Safety

Lightning is a serious concern when you’re out on the open water. Your best defense is preparedness!

Defensive Boating

This infographic from the ACA Safety Series explains defensive boating, including visibility, bright colors, environment and knowing the rules of the road.

Boat Capacity

The number of people allowed on a boat at any time is dictated by both the Coast Guard and the manufacturer specifications for each boat.