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NSBC Member Connection

Sponsored by Sealite! News and updates about NSBC programs, industry happenings, and more from the National Safe Boating Council. In this issue: Meet the Boat Boss, The Qualified Captain, and Twiggy the Water Skiing Squirrel at IBWSS; Members-Only Benefits; Wear It For Them; Be Prepared for the Winter Weather with Sealite Mooring Sticks, and more!

Mustang Survival and Wing Group Enter Year with New Leadership at the Helm

Outdoor industry professional Kenny Ballard has been appointed Mustang Survival’s new President. Ballard takes over responsibilities from Juanita Killen, who stepped into the role of Interim President in 2023, leading the company through a challenging year of growth and evolution. Additionally, Lance Richardson, an expert in domestic manufacturing and efficiency, takes on the newly created role of VP, Manufacturing and Innovation for the Wing Group, Mustang Survival’s parent company.

National Boating Standards Panel Welcomes New Members

The National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) and the members of the National Boating Standards Panel (BSP) would like to welcome three new members to the BSP! Peg Phillips, Wendy Flynn, and David Fuller officially joined the fifteen-member panel on January 1, 2024.

Safe Boating Campaign Launches Wear It For Them Awareness Initiative

The National Safe Boating Council (NSBC), a national catalyst for recreational boating safety, has launched an awareness initiative to encourage all boaters to always wear a life jacket for themselves and everyone that depends on them. Wear It For Them is part of the NSBC’s Safe Boating Campaign, a worldwide effort focused on encouraging responsible boating practices. 

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At the National Safe Boating Council, we are committed to sharing boating safety information that will help make the waterways a safer place. It’s our goal and responsibility to equip you with the knowledge to make safer boating decisions.

NSBC Member Connection

Sponsored by Sealite! News and updates about NSBC programs, industry happenings, and more from the National Safe Boating Council. In this issue: Happy Holidays from the NSBC, Save $100 with Early Bird Registration for IBWSS, NSBC Receives Three Viddy Awards, Sealite and Sabik – Family brands of SPX Aids to Navigation, Join the NSBC Instructor Network, and more.

SaferBoater Welcomes New CEO Chris Edmonston

SaferBoater is thrilled to announce the appointment of Chris Edmonston as CEO. With an impressive 28-year history of unwavering dedication to keeping waterways accessible, safe, and clean, Chris brings valuable expertise to SaferBoater.

America’s Boating Channel Wins 2023 Go Global Award for Maritime Services

America’s Boating Channel™, the U.S. Coast Guard funded boating safety and boater education video service produced by United States Power Squadrons® (USPS), has been recognized with the award for Maritime Services at the prestigious 2023 Go Global Awards ceremony held on November 8 in Providence, RI.

NSBC Member Connection

Sponsored by Sealite! News and updates about NSBC programs, industry happenings, and more from the National Safe Boating Council. In this issue: Save $100 with Early Bird Registration for IBWSS, National Safe Boating Week Resources Available, NSBC’s Communications Director Among Boat Industry 40 Under 40, America’s Boating Channel Features NSBC on Smart TV, Sealite and Sabik: Family brands of SPX Aids to Navigation, Welcome to Admiral Club Member Citimarine Store, NSBC Welcomes New Board Member Chad Tokowicz, and more.

NSBC Admiral Club Member, Boat Safe Chicago, Receives 2023 National Boating Safety Awards

The fifth annual National Boating Safety Awards were presented during the Soundings Trade Only Event immediately before the International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) in Tampa, Florida on October 2, 2023. National Safe Boating Council Admiral Club member, Boat Safe Chicago, won in two categories, the only company to ever win twice in a single competition.

Anchorline, Sponsored by Sealite

You don’t want to miss this issue of Anchorline, the National Safe Boating Council’s digital newsletter sponsored by Sealite! IN THIS ISSUE: A Note from the Executive Director, NSBC General Membership Meeting Highlights, Register for IBWSS by January 15 for Early Bird Discount, Keep Your Waterways with Sealite Buoys, U.S. National Water Safety Action Plan, Nominate a Boating Safety Leader, NSBC Instructor Network, Remind Boaters to Get Connected, Member-Only Discounts from Industry Partners, and more!

NSBC Member Connection

Sponsored by Sealite! News and updates about NSBC programs, industry happenings, and more from the National Safe Boating Council. In this issue: 2023-2024 Board of Directors, Boating Outreach Assets Available, NSBC Instructor Network, Keep Your Waterways Open with Sealite Buoys, Save $100 with Early Bird Registration for IBWSS, and more.

NSBC Membership Elects 2023-2024 Board of Directors

The National Safe Boating Council (NSBC), a national catalyst for recreational boating safety, is pleased to announce the board of directors for 2023-2024. The NSBC membership accepted the board’s vote for the following officers at the General Membership Meeting on September 19, in Denver, Colorado in conjunction with the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators’ Annual Conference.

Request for Proposals: Advertising

The National Safe Boating Council would like to reach more boaters via advertising. Estimates will be accepted through October 1, 2023 for FY24. Please read the RFP for more information.

Boating Safety Tips for Labor Day Weekend

The Safe Boating Campaign, a worldwide effort focused on responsible boating led by the National Safe Boating Council, shares key tips for boaters to responsibly enjoy the high boating-traffic Labor Day weekend.

NSBC Member Connection

Sponsored by Sealite! News and updates about NSBC programs, industry happenings, and more from the National Safe Boating Council. In this issue: US National Water Safety Action Plan, NSBC General Membership Meeting Notice, NSBC Member Survey, Keeping Waterways Safe with Sealite’s Regulatory Buoys, 2024 International Boating and Water Safety Summit Early Bird Registration, and more.

NSBC General Membership Meeting Reminder

The NSBC General Membership Meeting will be held in conjunction with the 2023 NASBLA Annual Conference in Denver, Colorado. All NSBC members are encouraged to attend.