North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strike Reduction Rule
A Proposed Rule by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration on January 16, 2025. Click the title to learn more.
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He Lost his Arm to a Propeller, Now he’s Championing Safety with New Foundation
Following tragedy, Waves of Hope member Carter Viss now champions water safety with a new foundation. Click the title to read more.
FWC Launches New App to Ensure Boater Safety on the Water
FWC has launched a new app to ensure boater safety on the water. Click the title to learn more.
BoatUS Foundation’s Ted Sensenbrenner Appointed to National Boating Safety Advisory Committee
Ted Sensenbrenner, BoatUS Foundation Director of Boating Safety (and NSBC Instructor Trainer) has been appointed by Director of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas as a Representative to the National Boating Safety Advisory Committee (NBSAC). Congratulations, Ted! Click the title to read more.
Free Online Course Meets Brianna’s Law Requirement for New York Boaters
BoatUS Foundation’s Boating Safety Course can help state residents meet mandatory boating safety education deadline.
Registration Opens for ‘Turning the Tide Online’ Virtual Summit to Examine Solutions for Boating Industry-Generated Waste, Feb. 25-27
Registration is now open for the BoatUS Foundation’s “Turning the Tide Online” virtual summit, scheduled for February 25-27, 2025, with a focus on seeking and sharing responsible and sustainable disposal practices of boating-related waste. Early bird pricing of $50 for general admission, $25 for nonprofit and government employees, and $5 for students, is available to attendees who sign up before December 31. Register at BoatUS.org/turningthetide
AIWA Celebrates 25 Years at Annual Meeting; Faces New Challenges
The Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway Association (AIWA), the guardian and champion of the 1,100-mile historic and vital waterway from Norfolk, Virginia, to Key West, Florida, celebrated its quarter century anniversary at the organization’s recent annual meeting in Charleston, South Carolina. Just 25 years ago, with shoaling threatening navigation, there was very little federal spending for dredging and harbor maintenance. Thanks to AIWA’s efforts, in just the past three years, more than $135 million has been allocated by Congress to maintain depths, improve navigation and support port infrastructure on the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway (AICW).
From the USCG: New Life Jacket Standards to Replace Existing Legacy Standards
The U.S. Coast Guard has amended the approval requirements and follow-up program requirements for life jackets and personal flotation devices by incorporating new standards to replace existing legacy standards. Click the title to read more.
Deadline Extended for Speakers to Apply for BoatUS Turning the Tide Summit Feb. 25-27
The nonprofit BoatUS Foundation will host the first-ever “Turning the Tide Online” summit Feb. 25-27, 2025 to discuss sustainable boating-related waste management solutions and is calling for speakers to present. The goal of the summit is to join boaters, recyclers, marine professionals and waste management experts to find solutions and revolutionize best practices for responsible, sustainable boating-related waste removal and disposal. Topics include disposal of fiberglass, shrinkwrap, pyrotechnic flares, fishing gear, and debris caught in “trash interceptors” – culvert gates and floating trash receptacles that trap both recyclable and degraded plastics and marine debris. Speakers are also encouraged to share insights into how boating-related debris disposal challenges impact waters in underserved communities. The deadline for applications to serve as a speaker has been extended and is now December 10, 2024.
Visit the U.S. Coast Guard Newsroom
Your major links to the U.S. Coast Guard newsroom. Click the title to read more.
All Together Now
How to expand brand impact, reach, and sales through strategic partnerships.
By Wanda Kenton Smith, Soundings Trade Only
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Coast Guard Rescues 3 from Sinking Boat South of Long Beach, NY
The Coast Guard rescued three people Sunday after their boat sank off the coast of Long Island. Click the title to learn more.
Help Save a Child’s Life: Apply Now to Become a BoatUS Foundation Life Jacket Loaner Site
Marinas, waterfront restaurants, businesses, boat clubs, and first responder organizations wishing to have an impact on boating safety in their home waters can apply now to become a BoatUS Foundation Kid’s Life Jacket Loaner program site. Supported by BoatUS member donations, the program offers a simple way to help children and young adults get the right-sized life jacket when they go boating, sailing or fishing.
BoatUS Foundation, National Safe Boating Council Launch Pilot Program to Make Borrowing a Life Jacket Easier
The nonprofit BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water and the National Safe Boating Council, which provides national boating safety outreach, have teamed up with boating app provider DECKEE to make it easier to find and borrow child- or adult-sized life jackets for temporary use, such as for a day or weekend, with the goal of increasing life jacket wear and boating safety.
California Boaters Can Drop Off Expired Flares at Upcoming Fall Collection Events
Southern and Northern California boaters can safely dispose of expired flares at upcoming marine flare collection events in October and November. Boat Owners Association of the United States (BoatUS) is urging boaters in these areas to take advantage of these important events. Click the title to read more.
Floridians can now Apply for a Voucher for Kids Swimming Lessons
Applications are now open for people who want to get a voucher for free swimming lessons for their young children in Florida.
How to Prepare Your Boat for Helene
With potential Tropical Cyclone Nine expected to reach hurricane strength as Helene before hitting parts of Florida’s Gulf Coast later this week, recreational boat owners have all the hurricane preparation information they need at BoatUS.com/Hurricanes.
2025-2029 NSBC Strategic Plan Approved
The 2025-2029 Strategic Plan of the National Safe Boating Council was approved at the General Membership Meeting on September 17, 2024 in New Orleans, LA. View the full plan here.
How to Prepare a Boat for Francine
With Tropical Storm Francine expected to reach hurricane strength before hitting parts of coastal Louisiana and the western Gulf Coast this week, recreational boat owners have all the hurricane preparation information they need at BoatUS.com/Hurricanes. Click the title to read more.
Mustang Survival Launches Redesigned Pinnacle Offshore Sailing Gear – EP 6.5 Ocean Collection
Mustang Survival, the Canadian brand known for innovative solutions for the most demanding marine environments, announces today the release of the redesigned EP 6.5 Ocean Collection. Click the title to learn more!