The U.S. National Water Safety Action Plan (USNWSAP) was officially launched on June 29, 2023 and provides a national roadmap for collective action to reduce drowning in the United States and aims to unite the water safety community to help put an end to preventable drowning tragedies nationwide. We believe our collective efforts will help turn the tide of drowning and transform water safety in the U.S., saving lives now and for generations to come.
Additionally, the USNWSAP calls water safety communities across the country to come together at the local, county, or state level and collaborate on the development and implementation of a coordinated data- and evidence-informed action plan designed to reduce drowning and address inequities in their specific context. To support communities in the development of their water safety action plan, there is a 12-step Reflection to Action Process.
NSBC staff and members served on various committees in development of the USNWSAP. We are proud to support this important effort in advance water safety across the nation. Please visit watersafetyplan.us to download your copy of the USNWSAP and the Reflection Phase Guidance today!
NSBC General Membership Meeting
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. It's a great opportunity to network in person and celebrate our shared mission to advance recreational boating safety. The NSBC team will randomly pull names for some exciting prizes, and you must be present to win. Prizes include NSBC-branded Onyx A/M-24 inflatable life jacket, dry bags, shirts, and more!
The NSBC General Membership Meeting will be on Tuesday, September 19 from 3:30 - 4:30 PM.
The National Safe Boating Council exists to make recreational boating safer for all who enjoy the waterways. The community we serve includes organizations, agencies, and companies, as well as volunteers and individuals, who influence and impact recreational boating safety.
We want to know what is important to you as a member of the NSBC. Your feedback provides clarity that the aims of our mission are being met. Please share your insight in our annual membership survey. This survey will take approximately 5 minutes to complete.
By participating in the survey you will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win an ACR ResQFlare - a USCG-approved electronic boat flare kit that facilitates rescue by emitting the flash characteristic for the International Morse Code for S-O-S.
Join the NSBC Instructor Network
Calling all NSBC Instructors! Join the NSBC Instructor Network private Facebook group to chat with other instructors, ask questions, and share photos from your courses.
Reminder - we've made it easy for instructors to have everything they need to maintain their NSBC instructor certification. Explore NSBC instructor resources.
Keeping Waterways Safe with Sealite's Regulatory Buoys
We don’t sell buoys, we make waterways safe. At Sealite, a part of the SPX Aids to Navigation family, we prioritize quality and safety, making our buoys the perfect addition to your summer gear. Our buoys play a vital role in marking boundaries, guiding vessels, and ensuring smooth navigation for the boating enthusiast, fishing aficionado, or simply someone who loves spending time on the water. Secure your buoys now to ensure your waterways are safe all year long!
2024 International Boating and Water Safety Summit
The 2024 International Boating and Water Safety Summit will be in Albuquerque, New Mexico! We can't wait to celebrate our 27th anniversary conference from April 8-11, 2024 at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Albuquerque. Our premier sponsor is At the Helm Training - a provider of personalized boat training and professional boat delivery anywhere in the United States and the Bahamas.
Boating gear is now available at Shop NSBC! Browse Onyx and Full Throttle life jackets, Whistles for Life emergency safety whistles, Lifecord Engine Cut-Off Switch, and Sensorcon CO detector.
Stock up on your favorite outreach materials from the NSBC. Shop NSBC for flyers, brochures, coloring books, and more — many resources are available for only the cost of shipping & handling!
Order youth activity books! Let's Go Boating and ABC's of Boating are colorful and fun books to educate primary and secondary school aged children on safe recreational boating. Shop now >>
Member-Only Discounts
NSBC members receive exclusive discounts from industry partners, such as Athletic Brewing Company, ExpertVoice, FELL Marine, Full Throttle, Mustang Survival, Onyx, Safe Lakes, and TowBoatU.S. Get discounts >>
Photo Library
Looking for boating photos to share in your marketing efforts? The NSBC offers a FREE photo library to promote boating and water safety with images. Browse the photo library >>
Sponsored by Sealite
Sealite, part of SPX Technologies (NYSE: SPXC) is a technology leader in the design and manufacture of marine aids to navigation (AtoN) equipment including Marine Lighting, Navigation Buoys, Marine Floats, Port Entry Lighting systems, Lighthouse Lighting Equipment and Monitoring and Control systems software. They are a global manufacturer of products that guide vessels safely into ports and harbors around the world. The Sealite team is dedicated to servicing the marine industry through the efficient design of solutions that withstand the toughest environments.
