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Note from the Executive Director
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We have been closely monitoring the calls and emails from our members and recreational boaters as we navigate uncharted waters during this public health crisis. Our priority is protecting the health and safety of our team, members, partners, and the recreational boaters who depend on us for guidance and resources. Many people are wondering if they can go boating, who they can boat with, and where they can go once they leave the dock. Unfortunately, there is no simple answer as many states have issued Stay-At-Home orders, with some prohibiting outdoor recreation and recreational boating, and some permitting it. To add to the confusion, orders and guidance often change daily.
Our message to responsible boaters is the importance of understanding the primary purpose of Stay-at-Home orders is to limit the spread of the virus. Risking unnecessary exposure is not just a hazard for boaters – it puts law enforcement, emergency responders, seniors, and vulnerable populations in danger. We are amazed at the selfless work of our members who are shifting gears and providing essential resources and supplies. Our partners at the U.S. Coast Guard, Army Corp of Engineers, Mustang Survival, ACR, West Marine, and the National Marine Manufacturing Association have each done tremendous work during this crisis, and we thank you. Read more.
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2020 IBWSS Communication Award Honorees
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Congratulations to the International Boating and Water Safety Summit Communication Award honorees! While we weren’t able to celebrate their achievement in-person at IBWSS, please drop an email or note on social media to celebrate these leaders in recreational boating and water safety.
Recipients were recognized in the Corporate Social Responsibility (ACR Electronics), Platinum (Marine Sports Foundation), Giveaway (Brazos River Authority), Digital (Sea Tow Foundation), Print (Arizona Game & Fish Department) and Public Service Announcement (Ohio DNR Division of Parks and Watercraft) categories. In addition, four individuals were recognized with an IBWSS Communication Award for Boating Safety Excellence; Lou Ann Best and Chuck Best Jr. with Twiggy’s Inc, Kim Jackson with Arizona Game and Fish Department, and Brian Rehwinkel with Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Learn more.
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RBS Together: On-Demand Videos from NSBC
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RBS Together is a limited series of high-quality, high-value, on-demand educational videos from our members, partners, retailers, manufacturers, and other thought leaders. This content is relevant for anyone working towards their Certified Recreational Boating Professional certification, planning grassroots outreach efforts, developing recreational boating and water safety programs, and more.
Please contact us if you’d like to help plan or be a featured speaker in this new on-demand series.
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Safe Boating Campaign Partner Update
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With the ongoing coverage surrounding the coronavirus outbreak, our top priority is to keep our Safe Boating Campaign partners around the world safe. In following recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control, the NSBC encourages partners to postpone or cancel all large gatherings until otherwise notified by your state or local officials. Read CDC event guidance.
During this time of social distancing, new and seasoned boaters may be out on the water. Many areas are seeing an increase in fishing and paddling activities. Please visit our Resource Kit for free social media images, videos, posts and other content. We encourage partners to communicate about recreational boating safety with their local community via social media, newsletters, local newspapers, and other digital communications.
Select free resources, such as brochures, stickers, pledge cards, wristbands and other printed giveaway items are delayed due to stay-at-home orders impacting warehouse distribution and delivery. Please contact us with any questions.
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The NSBC Online Store is still open, and we will be shipping materials once a week during this time of remote work. Shop our store for member pricing and special discounts. We have special bulk order rates available, please contact dcorish@safeboatingcouncil.org for more information.
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