The Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF) today released an analysis of state and national trends in fishing license sales confirming the effectiveness of R3 efforts on growth. The research, done in partnership with the American Sportfishing Association (ASA) and the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) and carried out by Southwick Associates, looks at license data and participation rates over a 25-year period.
This blog post is part of a series celebrating the great work of our Safe Boating Campaign partners. We interviewed Julie Brown from Maryland Natural Resources Police to learn about their boating and life jacket safety efforts. Thank you to Maryland Natural Resources Police for all that you do!
It’s important to be a responsible boater and take necessary precautions this Fourth of July, the highest-boating traffic time of the summer. The Safe Boating Campaign, a program of the National Safe Boating Council, reminds boaters of three key tips to prevent a boating accident – always wear a life jacket, never boat under the influence, and use an engine cut-off device.
The NSBC General Membership Meeting will be in Anchorage, Alaska in conjunction with the NASBLA Annual Conference on September 29, 2019. It will be from 3:00 – 4:00 pm at the Hotel Captain Cook.
We’re making waves at the National Safe Boating Council! As a catalyst for recreational boating safety, we are dedicated to providing fun and safe recreational boating experiences. Read our quarterly newsletter, Anchorline, to learn more. Thank you to Rolyan Buoys for your continued support of the National Safe Boating Council and generous sponsorship of Anchorline.
The National Safe Boating Council and its partners are kicking off the annual Safe Boating Campaign the weekend before Memorial Day with National Safe Boating Week held May 18-24, with important safety reminders for boaters as the busy boating season gears up.
Wear your life jacket, snap a picture while at work and share on social media with the hashtags #lifejacket2work and #safeboating.
This blog post is the first in a series celebrating the great work of our Safe Boating Campaign partners. We interviewed Kim Jackson and Josh Hoffman from Arizona Game & Fish Department, members of the National Safe Boating Council, to learn about their boating and life jacket safety efforts and what they have planned for National Safe Boating Week.
News and updates about our programs, industry happenings, member spotlights and more from the National Safe Boating Council. In this issue: Resources Available, Life Jacket Zone, Safe Boating Campaign Box Sets, Shop In-Store at West Marine + Support NSBC, Wear Your Life Jacket To Work Day, Become a Partner + More Resources, and more!
The National Safe Boating Council (NSBC) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA’s) National Weather Service are working together this National Safe Boating Week, May 18-24, 2019, to encourage boating safety. The goal of National Safe Boating Week is to encourage a boating lifestyle that is fun, safe, and enjoyable.
You don’t want to miss this opportunity for resources to support your boating and water safety efforts! From box sets to downloadable resources, the Safe Boating Campaign has you covered for all your outreach needs.
The National Safe Boating Council (NSBC), a national catalyst for recreational boating safety, has partnered with West Marine to raise awareness of the importance of responsible boating during National Safe Boating Week held May 18-24.
Ready, Set, Wear It Life Jacket Events teach boaters about the importance of always wearing a life jacket – with a bit of fun along the way! These events are hosted by Safe Boating Campaign partners around the world and may be a standalone event or incorporated into other local outreach efforts. Events may be offered once, twice, or multiple times throughout the year! Local partners are encouraged to plan a #RSWI2019 event any time between May 1 and October 31.
News and updates about our programs, industry happenings, member spotlights and more from the National Safe Boating Council. In this issue: International Boating and Water Safety Summit, Big Savings! Don’t Miss Out, Saving Lives Through Outreach + Partnership, Wear Your Life Jacket To Work Day, and more!
The National Safe Boating Council (NSBC), National Water Safety Congress (NWSC) and the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) announced the International Boating and Water Safety Summit (IBWSS) Communication Award winners during the IBWSS Awards Luncheon on March 27, 2019.
The National Safe Boating Council (NSBC), a national catalyst for recreational boating safety, inducted Thom Dammrich into the NSBC Boating Safety Hall of Fame at the 2019 International Boating and Water Safety Summit.
News and updates about our programs, industry happenings, member spotlights and more from the National Safe Boating Council. In this issue: NSBC General Membership Meeting in Jacksonville, Big Savings! Don’t Miss Out, Admiral Club Member: West Marine, Mariner Club Member: Weems & Plath, and more!
Join the National Safe Boating Council at our Winter General Membership Meeting on Sunday, March 24, 2019 in conjunction with the International Boating and Water Safety Summit. We look forward to this opportunity to celebrate our shared mission to advance recreational boating safety.
According to the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s recently published annual summary of boating accidents in Arkansas, people who spent time on the water last year saw a 9 percent decrease in boating accidents and a 36 percent decrease in the number of boaters who died from boating accidents.
We’re making waves at the National Safe Boating Council! As a catalyst for recreational boating safety, we are dedicated to providing fun and safe recreational boating experiences. Read our quarterly newsletter, Anchorline, to learn more. Thank you to Rolyan Buoys for your continued support of the National Safe Boating Council and generous sponsorship of Anchorline.
