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April 22, 2025

NASBLA Joins Global Leaders at Japanese Boating and Water Safety Summit

Boating safety is a global mission, and collaboration remains essential to keeping waterways safe and enjoyable around the world. This shared focus brought together representatives from the United States delegation of the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) and the National Safe Boating Council (NSBC) on March 22 at the 10th Japanese Boating and Water Safety Summit in Yokohama, Japan. Click the title to learn more.

February 25, 2025

BoatUS Foundation Distinguished Civic Service Award Honor Goes to America’s Boating Club Atlanta

America’s Boating Club Atlanta took top honors recently at the organization’s annual meeting in Orlando, Florida, earning the 2024 BoatUS Foundation Distinguished Civic Service Award. Bestowed annually by the BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water, the honor recognizes exceptional service in public boating safety education and service to the boating community. America’s Boating Club Atlanta’s members are from the city and suburbs of Atlanta and enjoy boating on Lake Lanier and Lake Allatoona.

February 10, 2025

‘Lucy’s Law’ Introduced to Florida House to Mandate Boating Safety Training after Teen’s Death

“Lucy’s Law” will ensure that anyone driving a boat has at least a “basic understanding of safe boating practices,” according to a press release from Safe Seas Coalition. The bill also increases the penalties for reckless boating to include factors like accidents involving serious injury or death. Those boating under the influence could face driver’s license suspension. Click the title to read more.

February 5, 2025

New NASBLA Executive Director / CEO

After an extensive search spanning more than a year, the NASBLA Executive Board is pleased to announce the appointment of Thomas E. Guess, CRBP, as the new NASBLA Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer. Click the title to read more.

February 3, 2025

Recademics Launches Free Boating Safety Refresher Course for All Boaters

Recademics, a new and innovative online education platform for boating safety education, is excited to announce the launch of its FREE Boating Safety Refresher Course. This comprehensive course is designed not only for boat operators but also for passengers, reinforcing the fact that boating safety is everyone’s responsibility. With this course, boaters can stay informed of the latest safety practices, regulations, and tips, ensuring a safer and more enjoyable experience on the water for all.

“We’re excited to see Recademics launch this free refresher course, which is perfect for boaters who took their certification years ago, are exempt from the requirement, or operate in states where boating education isn’t mandated,” said Peg Phillips, executive director for the National Safe Boating Council.

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January 28, 2025

The Sea Tow Foundation Launches New “Sober Skipper™: Why It Matters” Video Series

The Sea Tow Foundation™, a non-profit dedicated to boating safety, just launched its “Sober Skipper™: Why It Matters” video series. The goal of the series is to bring awareness to the importance of designating a Sober Skipper while on the water to help eliminate Boating Under the Influence (BUI) accidents. Click the title to watch the first video.